Student Handbook

1. The procedure for reporting bullying.
2. The harmful effects of bullying.
3. Any initiatives the school or district has created to address bullying, including student peer-to-peer initiatives.
4. The consequences for those who participate in bullying or engage in reprisal or retaliation against those who report bullying.

1. Cultivating the student's self-worth and self-esteem.
2. Teaching the student to defend him- or herself assertively and effectively without violence.
3. Helping the student develop social skills.
4. Encouraging the student to develop an internal locus of control.

Please notify your student’s school immediately if you have a change of mailing address, email address or telephone number (home, work, mobile).

If you have a question concerning your child, please follow the chain of command below unless directed otherwise:

1. Teacher
2. Counselor, Social Worker, or Family School Liaison
3. Building Administrator
4. Director
5. Assistant Superintendent
6. Superintendent
7. Board of Education

The majority of questions can be addressed at the building level. If further assistance is needed, contact the appropriate individual at the district office at (573) 590-8000.

The Elementary and Secondary Education Act requires certain notifications to parents and guardians when school districts receive federal funds. School districts must annually disseminate federal programs complaint resolution procedures to parents and guardians of students and appropriate private school officials or representatives. The Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA) complaint procedures can be found below or at https://dese.mo.gov/media/pdf/essa-complaint-procedures.

1. Record. A written record of the investigation will be kept.
2. Notification of LEA. The LEA will be notified of the complaint within five days of the complaint being filed.
3. Resolution at LEA. The LEA will then initiate its local complaint procedures in an effort to first resolve the complaint at the local level.
4. Report by LEA. Within thirty-five days of the complaint being filed, the LEA will submit a written summary of the LEA investigation and complaint resolution. This report is considered public record and may be made available to parents, teachers, and other members of the general public.
5. Verification. Within five days of receiving the written summary of a complaint resolution, the Department will verify the resolution of the complaint through an on-site visit, letter, or telephone call(s).
6. Appeal. The complainant or the LEA may appeal the decision of the Department to the U.S. Department of Education.

• A playbill, showing your student's role in a drama production;
• The annual yearbook;
• Honor roll or other recognition lists;
• Graduation programs; and
• Sports activity sheets, such as for wrestling, showing weight and height of team members.

• Student’s name
• Parent’s name
• Address Telephone listing
• Electronic mail address
• Photograph
• Date and place of birth
• Major field of study
• Dates of attendance
• Grade level
• Participation in officially recognized & school-based activities and sports
• Weight and height of members of athletic teams
• Degrees, honors, and awards received
• The most recent educational agency or institution attended
• Artwork or coursework displayed by the District
• Photographs, videotapes, digital images and recorded sound unless such photographs, videotapes, digital images and recorded sound would be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy.

Infinite Campus is a web-based student information system that allows educators, parents/guardians, and students to share information. Infinite Campus allows parents access to their student’s grades, attendance and other information online, anytime. For information on how to set up your free Infinite Campus account, please contact your child’s school. Privacy and security are very important to the district. User information is never sold and will not be shared with organizations outside of Infinite Campus unless required or permitted by law.

Parents can access Infinite Campus at https://mocloud1.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/fulton.jsp

Students can access Infinite Campus at https://mocloud1.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/students/fulton.jsp

In accordance with Missouri state law, parents/guardians may enroll their child in virtual courses offered by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and as part of the Missouri course access and virtual school program under Section 167.670, RSMo. For more information, please refer to Fulton 58 School Board policies IGCD and IGCDA, or https://mocap.mo.gov/ for DESE’s guidance document.

To enroll in a full-time, hosted online MOCAP program for grades K-12, families will reach out directly to the provider using contact information listed on the MOCAP website. There is no approval needed from your local school district for full-time hosted MOCAP program enrollment.

K-12 students in Missouri can request to enroll in 1 to 5 online courses from MOCAP course providers. Fulton 58 has entered into a partnership agreement with Launch as the district’s preferred virtual learning provider.

Click here for more information about virtual coursework.

The Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP 6), defines MTSS as a comprehensive multi-tiered system of support that addresses the academic, emotional, behavioral, social, and physical needs of each student. The MTSS framework in Fulton is a multi-tiered, multi-domain model supporting students in the areas of academics, behavioral/social-emotional supports, and attendance/college and career readiness.

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

Each school in the district typically schedules an open house during the first quarter of the school year. Specific information regarding these open house events will be communicated by your child’s school.

Parent-teacher conferences are held twice a year (fall and spring) for students. Parents are encouraged to attend a conference with their child’s teacher(s) during parent-teacher conferences. Schools will facilitate the scheduling of conferences.

Additional individual conferences may be held to communicate information about a child’s progress and behavior. These conferences can be initiated by either the parent or the teacher. Parents who wish to schedule a conference with their child’s teacher should contact the teacher to schedule an appointment. Teachers are responsible for instruction and the supervision of students during school hours. Generally, teachers are not available to meet with parents/guardians outside of scheduled plan times. Parents who would like to meet with a teacher are welcome to leave a message with the office staff to request the teacher contact the parent to set up a time to meet.

• Collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for marketing, sales, or other distribution.
• Administration of any protected information survey not funded in whole or in part by ED.
• Any non-emergency, invasive physical examination or screening as described above.

Students, parents/guardians, and staff members are strongly encouraged to report all dangerous and potentially dangerous situations and/or events directly to an administrator. Fulton Public Schools also participates in the Missouri Highway Patrol’s Courage2Report program. Students, parents/guardians, and staff members can submit a tip online, over the phone (toll free: 1-866-748-7047), via text by messaging C2R to 738477, or through the Courage2ReportMO mobile app (available on Google Play and iTunes).

Fulton Public Schools is prepared for the inevitable inclement weather day. Officials consider many things when making decisions on inclement weather days; however, the final decision is always determined by what is best for the students. Student safety is the priority of our school district.

Each school in Fulton Public Schools strives to implement, with fidelity, Missouri’s SW-PBS as part of the district’s MTSS framework. Missouri’s SW-PBS framework is a research-based approach to create safe, orderly learning environments for all students through promoting positive behavior and providing early interventions for students who may need additional support. More information about Missouri’s SW-PBS framework can be found at: https://pbismissouri.org/.

A list of designated school spirit weeks is provided below for the 2025-2026 school year.

• Homecoming Week (October 13-17)
• Christmas/Holiday Spirit Week (December 15-19)

• Courtwarming Week

• Spring Fling

• Spring Spirit Week

• 100th Day of School (February)
• Read Across America (March 2-6)

Fulton Public Schools offers age-appropriate information and instruction on mental health awareness and suicide prevention to students in grades 5-12. The program’s goals are to prevent suicide attempts, increase knowledge about suicide and mental illness, develop desirable attitudes toward preventing suicide and depression, and increase help-seeking behavior among youth. Parents/Guardians and students have an opportunity to opt out of this program. See Board Policy JHDF for additional information regarding suicide awareness and prevention.

As part of online registration, and as a condition of using any Fulton Public Schools laptop (e.g. tablets, chromebooks, and other similar device), parents and students will be required to accept responsibility for the student’s device through a Laptop Agreement. This agreement outlines the care, handling and expectations for student use of district devices, and includes an acknowledgment that students will be responsible for damages to the device. Damage incurred to a device that involves multiple parties will be investigated by district administration. Click here to review the Laptop Agreement.

Students will have access to online tools, digital resources and applications that support curricular objectives, and these online services may collect, use and disclose personal information such as student names and email addresses. These online services are only permitted for the use and benefit of the school for the purpose of student learning. In accordance with Board policies and procedures/regulations, students will be strongly discouraged from providing any other personal information. Parents and guardians should contact their child’s teacher if additional information is needed about websites and online services being used for learning in their child’s classes.

See Board Policy EHB for additional information.

The district prohibits all employees, students and visitors from using, possessing, smoking, vaping, consuming, displaying, promoting or selling any tobacco products, imitation tobacco products, vaping products or tobacco-related devices, such as e-cigarettes, vapes, vaporizers, vape pens, hookah pens, JUUL products, and e-pipes, in all district facilities, on district transportation, on all district grounds at all times and at any district-sponsored event or activity while off campus. This prohibition extends to all facilities the district owns, contracts for or leases to provide educational services, or early childhood development services to children. No student may leave the school campus during the school day to engage in the activities prohibited by this paragraph and Board Policy AH.

Fulton Public School’s volunteers make valuable contributions to our schools. To keep students safe, we screen all volunteers who might ever be alone with students or have access to student education records. Those interested in volunteering should complete a volunteer application and return it to Central Office at: 2 Hornet Drive, Fulton MO. If you have any questions please contact one of the district schools, or Central Office at: 573-590-8000.

Fulton Public Schools has a multi-disciplinary Wellness Committee that addresses all areas of wellness and nutrition within the school district and establishes guidelines in accordance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Nutrition Standards and Smart Snacks in Schools. Parents are encouraged to become familiar with the wellness policy and check with school personnel prior to purchasing birthday treats or snacks for distribution to students other than their own child.

See Board Policy ADF and Administrative Procedure ADF-AP(1) for additional information.

Students may arrive at school up to 20 minutes before the start of the school day and are to report to assigned areas. All students are to be in class by the school’s designated start time.

Fulton Public Schools is committed to the philosophy that every student should attend every class, every period, every day. Regular school attendance is a necessary part of the learning process and reinforces skills for students to be productive citizens and employees. Students who are frequently absent, especially truant, are at an increased risk of developing patterns of behavior that may seriously impact their future potential. Therefore, once a student is enrolled in the district, daily attendance and promptness are expected in all classes, and parents/guardians or other adults having charge, control or custody of the student are expected to communicate regularly and honestly with the district regarding their student’s absence. This attendance expectation is compulsory by law (RSMo. 167.031), the school district is expected to enforce (RSMo. 167.11), and has Board Policy reinforcing this attendance expectation for students between the ages of 7 and 17 years of age (JEA, JEA-AP1, JED, JED-AP1, JED-AP2, JEDB).

The impact of missing school is more than you might expect. Review the table below to see how quickly chronic absenteeism can negatively impact student learning.

The district understands that some absences may be unavoidable. The following are some examples of acceptable reasons for an absence:

• Personal illness
• Death, serious illness, or injury in the family or funeral of a close personal friend
• Professional appointments (i.e., dental or doctor)**
• Prearranged absences that are unavoidable

**Although professional appointments will be excused with a doctor’s note, parents are encouraged to schedule appointments and vacations outside school hours.

Students are permitted to use the bathroom to attend to their personal needs throughout the school day. Students are not to hang out, vape, or eat in the bathroom. Only one student is allowed to use a bathroom stall at a time. If more than one student is found in a bathroom stall, all students found together in the stall will be referred to a school administrator and subject to investigatory and/or disciplinary measures.

Students will be held responsible for the proper care of all books, supplies, devices, accessories or equipment furnished to them by the district. Students who deface, damage or lose school property shall be required to pay for the damage or loss.

All instructional resources (including textbooks) are furnished by the school and are the student’s responsibility. The school is not responsible for resources that are either lost or stolen from a student. If a student does not return a resource, the student who was issued the resource is responsible for its replacement cost. The teacher and student will note the condition of the resource before checking them out. Students are then responsible for the condition of the resource until they are returned to the teacher. If a resource is damaged, the student will be assessed the cost of repair or replacement of the resource. Students with outstanding fines may incur consequences in the form of loss of privileges as determined by the school on a case-by-case basis.

Delivery of flowers, balloons or other gift items to school is discouraged due to student allergies, limited storage and disruption to the education environment. All items will be held in the office until the end of the day, or parents/guardians may be contacted to pick them up if deemed appropriate. These items will not be permitted to be transported on the school bus. Personal items needed during the school day must be dropped off by a parent/guardian, adult household member or person authorized by the parent/guardian. Deliveries of commercially prepared food by individuals other than a parent/guardian or person authorized by the parent/guardian are not permitted. If commercially prepared food is delivered to a student by the parent/guardian or person authorized by the parent/guardian, the student will consume the food in an area designated by a building administrator or designee.

Safe dismissal procedures will be established at the building site. Students should be picked up at dismissal time. If a student is not picked up 15 minutes after the end of the school day and the parent/guardian cannot be contacted, the police department may be called.

Students will be informed of the appropriate action to take in an emergency. Drills for fire, weather, intruder and other emergencies shall be conducted each school year in accordance with the requirements of counties, municipalities or fire protection districts in which school buildings are located.

Students who speak languages other than English and are learning English may require specialized instruction. Fulton Public Schools offers a program to teach the English language that includes listening, reading, writing and speaking. For more information on English Language Development (ELD) program services, please contact your child’s school. Parents of all new students enrolling in Fulton Public Schools will complete the Language Information survey found as part of the online enrollment system process for their neighborhood school.

• If a language other than English is indicated on the form, the student(s) will be administered an assessment to determine possible placement into the program.
• Once placement has been determined, if appropriate, a letter indicating placement and specifics regarding instruction will be sent home, along with annual Parental Rights in the native language.
• Interpreters are available to assist with communication between school personnel and family.

See Board Policy IGBH for additional information.

• Photo ID of parent/legal guardians (e.g., driver’s license, passport, other state ID).
• Relevant guardianship documents, when applicable.
  • Guardianship forms signed and a copy of relevant court authorization.
  • Custody documentation is required in case of divorce or emergency placement.
  • Temporary guardianship form notarized by natural parent (NOTE: power of attorney and hand-written letters are not acceptable documents).
• Documentation of child’s date of birth (e.g., birth certificate, hospital document, religious document, physician’s certificate). Note: Kindergarteners must be 5 years old on or before July 31.
• Proof of residency for Fulton School District. Acceptable documents include:
  • Real estate tax receipt.
  • Personal property tax receipt.
  • Lease agreement.
  • Mortgage statement.
  • Current (dated within the last 60 days) utility bill (NOTE: hand-written letters, disconnection and past due notices, and cell phone bills are NOT acceptable forms of documentation).
  • If you are unable to provide proof of residency in your name, place call (573) 590-8000 for assistance.
• Immunizations records - as required by state law, children are required to meet immunization requirements on the FIRST Day of school, and cannot enroll without immunization records. If you have questions regarding your child’s immunization status or for more detailed information, please check with your school’s nurse.

If your child is to be excused from activity participation in physical education classes for health reasons, a written doctor’s recommendation is required. Students will be required to attend the classes for the instructional component and observation and to complete an alternative assignment or to complete missed activities when physically able to participate.

1. Are obscene
2. Are libelous
3. Are pervasively indecent or vulgar (secondary schools)/contain any indecent or vulgar language (elementary schools).
4. Advertise any product or service not permitted to minors by law.
5. Constitute insulting or fighting words, the very expression of which injure or harass other people (e.g., threats of violence, defamation of character or of a student's race, religion or ethnic origin).
6. Present a substantial likelihood that, either because of their content or their manner of distribution, will cause a material and substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation and discipline of the school or school activities, the commission of unlawful acts or the violation of lawful school procedures.

The superintendent and principals will be directly responsible for all district-sponsored fundraising activities conducted in the district or sponsored in any manner by the district. All district-sponsored fundraising activities must first be approved by the building principal and/or the superintendent or designee and must comply with the requirements set out in district policies and procedures, including the district's wellness program and district funds management rules. All funds collected in a district-sponsored fundraiser will be deposited in district accounts.

See Board Policy IGDF for additional information.

The Board discourages the exchange of gifts among students, parents/guardians, and staff. The term “gifts” does not include nominal items provided to all students. Class gifts must be presented from the entire class, regardless of whether all students were able to contribute.

See Board Policy GBH and Policy KH for additional information.

To ensure a safe and secure learning environment, students who need to travel outside the classroom should have permission from the teacher, an appropriate hall pass, and required identification. Teachers or other staff will issue middle and high school students a digital hall pass (e-hall pass) before leaving the classroom. Students are expected to travel directly to the location on their passes and return to class thereafter. Failure to comply with building expectations may result in disciplinary action.

• Providing care to students who become ill or are injured while in school
• Performing health screenings according to the guidelines of the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services
• Educating the student body on issues pertaining to their health and wellness

• Temperature of 100 degrees or greater: must be fever free without medicine for 24 hours.
• Vomiting: with associated signs of illness (vomited twice or more, fever, unable to keep food down, lethargic, decrease in normal activity, pale, headache).
• Diarrhea: frequent stools that are loose or watery compared to normal pattern-return when symptoms subside, usually 24 hours.
• Unusual or unexplained rash.
• Severe cough or cold.
• Red, inflamed eyes: itching, pain, or drainage are present, consult doctor.
• Ringworm: area must be covered during treatment.
• Head lice: can return after treatment and checked at the health room. If discovered at school, hair will be
• combed and parent notified. Students are not sent home that day unless severe infestation.
• Scabies: must provide doctor’s statement of diagnosis and treatment.
• Chickenpox: keep home for 7 days from onset of rash, at that time all blisters must be dry crusts.
• Strep Throat: must be on antibiotics and without fever for 24 hours.
• Mononucleosis: may attend school upon the approval of a physician, as long as without fever and precautions are taken with water fountain use.

In some extenuating circumstances, it may be determined that it is medically or otherwise necessary for a student to not physically attend school. In those instances, the district will attempt to provide at least five hours of alternative instruction (e.g., in-home instruction, off-site instruction, virtual instruction) each week for the duration of the event restricting the students from physically attending school. Due to the restrictive nature of this type of educational placement, homebound services are reserved for students when a physician advises that it is medically necessary to consider such placement (e.g., surgery, accidents, pregnancies, prolonged illnesses) or for disabled students when the Individual Education Plan or 504 team considers the placement necessary.

Fulton Public Schools is not responsible for recovery, reimbursement, or replacement of lost, stolen or damaged personal property brought to school by students and strongly recommends that valuable personal property remain at home. Examples of personal property include but are not limited to: purses, wallets, watches, jewelry, band instruments, electronic devices, credit cards, cash, checks, books, notebooks and book bags. Personal property should never be left unattended and, when present, should be secured at all times.

Fulton Public Schools strives to maintain an educational atmosphere conducive to learning and marked by responsible and appropriate behavior. Public displays of affection as defined in Board Policy JG-R1 are not appropriate to the environment we promote for Fulton Public Schools students, and this behavior is not permitted. A student's failure to comply with a staff member or administrator’s direction or request may result in disciplinary action.

Fulton Public Schools recognizes that for some students it may be necessary for students to ride a bicycle to school. In those instances, the district asks parents/guardians to educate their student that they must obey the same rules as a motorist and encourage the use of a safety helmet. When arriving to school, the district asks that students dismount and walk their bicycle to the approved school site for bicycle parking. It is recommended students use bicycle locks during school hours. The district is not responsible for the theft of or damage to a bicycle parked on school property.

Students are not allowed to sell clothing, candy, personal property or other goods for any purpose other than district-approved fundraising purposes. Students who violate this rule will be subject to disciplinary action, including possible suspension from school.

Fulton Public Schools strives to implement the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program, a framework developed in collaboration between Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the American School Counseling Association. The organizational framework of the program consistent of supporting student development in the areas of academic, career and social/emotional development through the delivery of the following program components:

• School counseling curriculum that supports academic, career, and social/emotional development through classroom and group activities. The Board approved curriculum can be found here: https://www.fulton58.org/departments/curriculum.
• Individual planning includes counseling activities that assist students to plan, monitor and manage their academic and career interests beyond high school.
• Responsive services include counseling or referral activities to meet the immediate needs and concerns of students.
• System support includes indirect counseling services that manage and promote the academic, career, and social/emotional developmental needs of students.

School Social Workers/Family School Liaisons assist children who have academic, social or emotional difficulties within school. These staff members serve a critical role in providing the vital link between the home, school and community. They facilitate referrals to community resources, support groups, and crisis intervention among other emergent needs. They may participate in parent-teacher conferences and team meetings and provide training and consultation for school staff. In addition, School Social Workers/Family School Liaisons provide parent education and training and help parents use school and community resources more effectively. For more information regarding School Social Workers/Family School Liaisons, contact your child’s school or the Executive Director of Student Services.

1. Hats and other headwear must allow the face to be visible and not interfere with the line of sight to any student or staff. Hoodies must allow the student face and ears to be visible to staff.
2. Clothing, accessories, appearance may not:

• cause a disruption to the learning environment
• create a safety hazard to the student or others
• depict or advertise alcohol, tobacco, or drug products
• depict pornography, nudity, sexual acts or be of a sexual nature.
• use or depict hate speech targeting groups based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation or any other protected groups.

Fulton Public Schools will use high-quality academic assessments as one indication of the success and quality of the district's education program. The district requires all enrolled students to participate in all applicable aspects of the district assessment program, including statewide assessments. The district will implement the components of the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) in order to monitor the progress of all students in meeting the standards adopted by the Missouri State Board of Education. End-of-course (EOC) assessments will be administered in accordance with law and the rules of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). In courses where EOC assessments are given, the superintendent or designee will determine what percent of the course grade will be decided by performance on EOC assessments. See Board Policy IL-1 for additional information about the district’s assessment program.

All students must vacate the premises at the end of the school day unless participating in an approved extracurricular activity, receiving after-school tutoring or participating in other activities properly scheduled in advance. All students must be under the direct supervision of a staff member. Students should have transportation available within 15 minutes after all student activities and are to wait in the designated area.

In accordance with Board Policy IGAEA and Administrative Procedure ADF-AP(1), all students will receive comprehensive substance abuse prevention education in grades K-12 through the district health curriculum. Students and parents can obtain a list of local resources for substance abuse counseling and treatment from the school social worker/family school liaison.

1. Bus riders shall be at the designated loading point before the bus arrival time.
2. Bus riders shall wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to enter.
3. Riders must not extend arms or heads out of the windows at any time.
4. Aisles must be kept cleared at all times.
5. All bus riders shall load and unload through the right front door. The emergency door is for emergencies only.
6. A bus rider will depart from the bus at the designated point unless written permission to get off at a different location is given to the driver.
7. A rider may be assigned a seat by the driver.
8. Riders who damage seats or other equipment will reimburse the district for the cost of the repair or replacement.
9. Riders are not permitted to leave their seats while the vehicle is in motion.
10. Permission to open windows must be obtained from the driver.
11. Classroom conduct is to be observed by students while riding the bus except for ordinary conversation.
12. The driver is in charge of the students and the vehicle, and the driver is to be obeyed promptly and courteously.
13. A bus rider who must cross the roadway to board or depart from the bus shall pass in front of the bus (no closer than ten feet), look in both directions and proceed to cross the road or highway only on signal from the driver.
14. Students shall not throw objects about the vehicle nor out the windows.
15. Students shall keep feet off the seats.
16. The student discipline code will apply to students using school transportation services. This includes conduct occurring at or in the close vicinity of a bus stop while students are waiting for the bus, or immediately after the students have disembarked.

In accordance with Board Policy ECA-1, Fulton Public Schools utilizes surveillance equipment on district property and in district facilities for safety and security purposes. This includes district transportation and parking lots. Information obtained through camera footage may also be used in the course of disciplinary procedures.

Parents/guardians of children who are leaving the district or are moving to another elementary school attendance area within Fulton Public Schools should notify the school a few days prior to the last day of attendance.

Chromebooks, library materials, texts and other school property must be returned before transfer is complete. Failure to follow these procedures may make it difficult for a student to be enrolled and classified properly in another school. Students will be required to pay for books or other equipment that is lost or damaged.

Parents are welcome to bring store bought treats for your child’s birthday. Please bring something that is not high in sugar. Granola bars, fruit, fruit snacks, cheese, and other items work well. A note will be sent home early in the year with other suggestions (see below). Cupcakes and cookies are not permitted due to the healthy school initiative.

Free breakfast and lunch are served daily in all Early Childhood classrooms. These meals follow the guidelines set forth by the district and federal guidelines.

Your child should be dressed in comfortable clothing that is suitable for play. We play outdoors each day except in cases of extreme heat/cold or rainy weather. Please dress your child appropriately for the weather including a jacket-coat, mittens, hat, and boots. We encourage parents to send their children in tennis shoes or other comfortable shoes that will not come off easily during active play. Please send your child in clothes that they are able to independently manage in the restroom. Please label all outerwear with your child’s name. Please put an extra set of clothing in your child’s backpack in case of accidents. The change of clothing needs to be changed out as the seasons change. Closed toe shoes are required throughout the year to allow for optimal movement on our playground.

Families and teachers both want the best education possible for children. The staff will make active efforts to communicate with families, establishing a two-way process for sharing information. A monthly newsletter with updates will be sent home through email.

Pre-K students entering the Fulton Early Childhood Center must be four years of age by July 31st. Kindergarten students must be five years of age by July 31st. Children with IEPs are able to start on their third birthday. Children are required to be toilet trained, unless enrolled in the Early Childhood Special Education Program. Enrollment in the Full Day Pre-K program is on a first come-first serve basis. Space is limited for our Pre-K program and regular attendance of 90% or better is expected to maintain enrollment. Families wishing to re-enroll their student in the program for a second year will be offered the opportunity when enrollment opens for the following school year.

Families are encouraged to be actively involved in your child’s education. Some ways to be involved include being a guest reader or speaker, assisting with holiday parties and other special occasions, and participating in the Family Partnership. The Family Partnership serves as our PTO and board of advisors. If you wish to learn more about this partnership, please contact your child’s teacher for more specific information. We may also periodically ask for family involvement and support in fund-raising opportunities and special school functions.

(Not applicable to ECSE or Kindergarten classes)

Pre-K Class tuition is $300 a month (September-May) unless you qualify for the free or reduced rate. The school district's free/reduced lunch application is used to determine whether you qualify for that rate. Payment is due on the last of each month prior to service. A late fee of $10.00 will be charged to your account if payment is received after the 8th of the month. If a situation arises that you may be late with your tuition payment please call the office and let the secretary know.

All checks can be made out to FECC (Fulton Early Childhood Center). Please place payments in the envelope provided with the child’s name and place it in the drop box that is found outside the secretary’s office.

Parents are responsible to pay for all days that school is in session. In the case of inclement weather and school is canceled, your account will be credited for the next month.

• Lice Do NOT jump or fly, they crawl. Transmission is from HEAD TO HEAD contact. Most likely through sleepovers.
• Transmission from hats, combs, pillows, etc is possible but much less likely.
• Frequent itching is a sign of possible lice.
• Viable nits are within ¼ inch from the scalp. They are not flat, nits look similar to a small drop of glue. They do not come off the hair shaft unless pulled to the end of the hair.
• To check, you need good lighting and a lice comb. Comb the hair and check to see if nits or lice are on the comb.
• White flakes are not nits.

• Check all members of the family. Treatment is recommended only for individuals found with live lice or viable eggs within ¼ inch from the scalp with lice shampoo. Read and follow box directions.
• CLEAN: wash all bedding, clothes, washable fuzzy toys, and hair items in HOT water and dry on HOT. Wash combs and brushes in hot water. Unable to wash items? Bag in trash bag for 2 weeks. Vacuum furniture, mattresses, car seats and floors. Vacuum daily for at least a week.
• COMB, COMB COMB. You must comb lice and nits (eggs) from the hair using a LICE comb. Nits stick to the hair shaft and have to be combed or pulled by hand to the end of the hair to remove. Comb twice a day for 2 weeks. Keep checking for the next 2 weeks.

• IF nits are not removed, re-infestation will happen! Comb, Comb, Comb, Comb!!!
• The student can return to school after treatment and must be brought to school by an adult and checked at the nurse’s office before returning to class.

• Live female louse lays eggs.
• Eggs hatch in 8-12 days
• Immature louses take 9-12 days to mature and are able to lay more eggs.
• Most children have lice for 2 -3 weeks before they are discovered.

• Check your child daily/weekly even if they are not itching. Be on alert.

At FECC, we are committed to providing the education that every child needs. If a child exhibits signs of needing additional assistance and data is gathered supporting this need, we have a process, which is outlined below:

1. Parents are contacted and dialogue is established to discuss the concerns they may have as well as those of the teacher. Parents may be invited to join our staff behavior team, where strategies and interventions are brainstormed to give that child the support they need to succeed.
2. Data is collected on the strategies or interventions, and progress is monitored.
3. If concerns continue, the team (parents, teachers, director) determines whether a special education referral is necessary.
4. If a referral is made, parents are invited to a special education team meeting. Parents and teachers will give input as to how the child is doing in each area of development and the decision is made whether or not to evaluate.
5. If evaluation is decided, the team has 60 days to complete the evaluation.
6. After the evaluation is complete, parents are invited to an eligibility meeting. If the child meets Missouri Criteria to be identified with a disability, an IEP is written for the child, with specific goals and support to be given.

If a child has an accident that results in an injury at school, parents will be notified through an ouch report or phone call, depending on severity. Detailed information will be given in regards to the injury, and depending on severity, parents will either have the choice of picking their child up, or will be required to come get their child for medical attention. In the case of an emergency, 911 will be called first, and then the parent.

• It is raining.
• The wind chill is 20 degrees or lower.
• There are dangerous weather conditions such as ice, snow, powerful winds, etc.

Pre-K has limited space each year, and there is often a long waiting list. To ensure that as many children as possible benefit from this valuable early learning opportunity, students are expected to attend at least 90% of the time. If your child’s attendance falls below this threshold, you will be notified by our administrative staff. Continued low attendance may result in your child losing their place in the program. Regular attendance is important for your child’s development and helps ensure fairness for all families. We appreciate your support in making the most of this critical early learning experience.

At FECC, the curriculum and instruction are based on the Missouri Early Learning Standards and High Scope. Staff at FECC have been trained in the High Scope Curriculum. High Scope is based on developmentally appropriate principles and practices that provide a framework for the delivery of classroom-based instruction. The developmental needs and interest of children are met by offering a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated learning experiences across all developmental and curricular domains. Children are encouraged to become active learners who are self-confident and inquisitive with most of the day devoted to active, “hands-on”, “minds-on” learning experiences.

Many developmentally appropriate opportunities are provided for speaking, listening, reading, writing, and critical thinking. Our program fosters children’s social competence and helps in the development of independence and daily living self-help skills.

In the event of severe weather and students taking shelter, students will not be released to leave until the schools have been given the all clear from Central Office according to the National Weather Service. We advise that parents/adults take shelter until the weather is clear and students are safe for pickup. We strive to keep your child(ren) safe and releasing them into a negative weather situation is not safe for your child. All doors are locked. No staff member will be available to buzz you in because they are taking shelter with the students.

A nutritious snack will be provided daily in both sessions of Early Childhood Special Education. If your child has food allergies or other food related health concerns, please let your child’s teacher know so that we may accommodate their needs.

In Pre-K, transportation to and from FECC is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Please make necessary arrangements. Transportation is provided for students in the Early Childhood Special Education Program and Kindergarten.

Students and siblings must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at after-school/evening events (e.g., music programs, academic nights, etc.). A student may not attend an after-school/evening event unless the student was in attendance for the full school day on the day of the event. Exceptions may be made to this practice on a case-by-case basis with the approval of the building administrator.

Assemblies may be scheduled throughout the school year, with the primary aim to provide educational experiences that cannot normally be provided in a classroom. Since assemblies represent a part of the educational program, attendance may be required of all students. Students will be supervised by teachers at assemblies. Students are expected to conduct themselves in keeping with school-wide expectations.

Elementary staff will only pass out birthday party invitations if they are provided by a student’s family and distributed to the entire class. Teachers will not send out emails or other electronic birthday invitations/RSVP reminders to parents.

In accordance with §162.207, RSMo. and Policy JFCD, students are not permitted to use electronic personal communications devices such as cell phones/airpods/smartwatches during the regular school day, including class change time, mealtimes or instructional class time. Cell phones must be kept in backpacks while at school. This includes all settings and all times. Phones can be kept in backpacks or in the front office. Exceptions to this include instances in which devices are needed due to a specific educational or health need covered by an individualized education plan or a 504 plan.

If a student has a phone out at school:

• First offense - turn phone into the office - parent pick up.
• Second offense - office referral, parent/guardian pick up for the phone required, student assigned detention.
• Third offense - office referral, parent/guardian pick up, student assigned detention, student banned from bringing cell phone.
• Ongoing offenses - office referral, parent/guardian pick up, ISS for the remainder of the day.

**If there needs to be communication between parent and student, all communication should go through the office.

Per Policy JECC-1, elementary schools assign students to their next year class through collaborative efforts of their current classroom teacher, counselor, assistant principal and principal. When applicable, special education teachers and/or intervention specialists also provide input. Many factors are considered in the process of creating balanced classroom groups, including learning styles, gender equity, academic achievement level, behavior, study/work habits and peer relations. Parent/guardian requests for specific classroom teachers are not accepted. However, some parents/guardians may like to offer input as to their children’s learning needs. Once class placements have been made, requests for changes will not be considered. If you have questions

Families may send classroom or birthday treats if they want to, as long as the treat they send is an approved treat that meets current guidelines used to protect the health and safety of students and staff who have allergies and other food intolerances. All treats must be sent in their original packaging and will be distributed in accordance with school guidelines. A complete list of approved treats is available at https://www.fulton58.org/departments/food-services#fs-panel-10936

The elementary grading system utilizes objective marks and letter grade marks. A table is provided below with descriptors based on the grading format.

Students are not to bring toys, games, sports equipment or electronic devices to school unless special permission has been granted. In case of special permission, only E-rated games will be allowed. Other electronic items, such as cell phones, should not be seen, heard or used in the school building during school hours without permission. If a student violates this rule, the student is subject to disciplinary action, and the item will be held in the office until the parent/guardian can pick it up. Students should not carry extra money to school. Students are not allowed to sell items of any kind at school, with the exception of school-sponsored activities. Fulton Public Schools is not responsible for valuables students bring to school.

Social events are planned to help students develop and mature socially. Events are planned according to the maturity and age level of the students who participate. All social events are chaperoned by the school staff. Parties are not for children living outside of the district, who are non-school aged, in other grades, or peers from a different school within the district. Principals are responsible for determining when special events, parties or special activities are to occur.

Quarterly report cards may be accessed by parents/guardians through Infinite Campus at the end of each grading period with the teacher’s evaluation of a child’s academic and behavioral progress. The distribution of report cards and progress reports will vary by level. Should a paper copy be needed, please contact the office where your child attends school. Both teachers and parents/guardians should emphasize the importance of daily school attendance, consistent effort and individual goal-setting with regard to learning.

Inclement Weather
The elementary schools have recess every day. The students go outside unless:

• It is raining.
• The wind chill is 20 degrees or lower.
• There are dangerous weather conditions such as ice, snow, powerful winds, etc.

Whether or not conditions are appropriate for outside recess is at the discretion of the administrator. When the students don’t go out, they remain in pre-designated rooms supervised by an adult.

Proper Dress
The responsibility for proper dress of your child rests with you as the parent/guardian. Children should be dressed for outside play during winter months. We trust that each parent will exercise good judgment in the selection of clothing worn to school.

Health
Rarely do health conditions warrant changing recess policy, although in some cases, it may be necessary. After returning to school from an illness, a student may be excused from outside recess for one day with a note from a parent. A written statement from your physician must be obtained in order to excuse the student from recess for additional days. As a rule-of-thumb, we can say a child who is too ill or rundown to take part in the necessary activity of recess he/she should remain at home another day. When students must remain inside, they may choose from teacher-selected activities and are supervised.

Playground Safety Rules
The playground rules will be posted in each classroom. We expect every child to remember that they share all the playground equipment and activities with the other children. If a child encounters a problem with another child, we want them to first attempt to solve the situation themselves through use of their skills with conflict resolution and peer mediation. A child may talk to the supervisor on duty if he or she is unable to solve the situation.

General Playground Rules

• Leave sticks, rocks, wood chips, snow, ice, dirt, leaves, grass, etc. alone.
• Stay out of water, mud, ice, snow, etc.
• When the bell rings or the siren sounds, everyone should stop and line up immediately.
• When in line, do not throw or bounce balls; carry them.
• Form lines straight and quiet facing forward with hands down.
• When dismissed, quietly walk single file into the building.

The FMS sports program will have two FMS teams for each sport. The FMS teams may be comprised of both seventh and eighth graders who make the team through a process of tryouts for each sport. In order to try out for a team, athletes must be in good academic standing, have a current physical, and proof of insurance. All FMS coaches will evaluate players using various criteria that are most appropriate for the sport they are coaching. Students will be notified whether or not they have made the team after a tryout period. FMS Sports include: Football, Cross Country, Basketball, Track, Wrestling, Volleyball, Softball, and Cheer. Each sport will provide additional information.

Co-Curricular Activities: Co-curricular activities are part of the educational curriculum of the Fulton Public Schools and often include activities outside the classroom and beyond traditional classroom instruction. Students receive grades for their performance in courses associated with co-curricular activities (e.g., band and vocal music programs). A certified teacher/advisor will be assigned to each co-curricular activity.

Extracurricular Activities: A complete and updated list of clubs and organizations can be found on our website at https://fms.fulton58.org.

Extracurricular Activities Participation Requirements: Fulton Middle School adheres to the MSHSAA participation guidelines. In addition to the MSHSAA guidelines, all Fulton Middle School students must meet the following requirements to be eligible to compete:

Fall Extracurricular:

• No Fs on 4th quarter grade cards from the previous school year.
• No Fs on Midterm grade check or quarterly grade checks.
• 90% Attendance at Midterm and following.

Winter and Spring Extracurricular:

• No F’s
• 90% attendance rate.
• Grades will be reviewed at midterm and at the end of each quarter to determine eligibility. Initial eligibility for fall sports will be based on 4th quarter grades of the previous academic year. Grades and attendance will also be reviewed at midterm in order to determine a change in eligibility.

Exclusion from activities or bus transportation: Participation in the activities program in middle school is a privilege. When a student’s conduct in school results in an in-school or out-of-school suspension, the student may be excluded from the activities program as determined by the building or district administration for a specific length of time. Parents/guardians may become responsible for their student’s after-school activities transportation when a bus conduct notice has been issued for a disciplinary problem.

Students will be assigned a locker in which to keep belongings. Lockers are school property. The use of lockers is a privilege, and if students are unable to use their lockers properly, other arrangements will be made. Administration reserves the right to inspect lockers at any time. To avoid theft or loss of property, lockers should always be kept locked. Students are to immediately report to the office any damage that occurs. The school does not assume responsibility for lost items. Students should not share lockers or combinations. Large sums of money should not be brought to school or be left in lockers. The use of book bags, large purses, duffle bags, fanny packs, crossbody bags or backpacks during school hours is prohibited. Students should leave such items in their lockers during the school day. No decorations or stickers should be put on the outside of lockers. Sixth and seventh grade students will be able to access their locker before school begins, before and after PE, and at the end of the school day.

In accordance with §162.207, RSMo. and Policy JFCD, electronic personal communications devices such as cell phones, AirPods, or smartwatches must be put away upon students' entry into Fulton Middle School and then will be kept in student’s lockers or remain at home during the regular school hours of 7:50 am to 3:17 pm. Students may not use cell phones during school hours and phones must be turned off and/or on silent. Students may not use their personal electronic devices during passing periods, lunch or on field trips. After school detentions and Saturday detentions are extensions of the school day, meaning students will not be allowed to use their personal electronic devices while serving a detention. You can leave a message in the office for your student if you need to pass a message along throughout the day.

Exceptions to this include instances in which devices are needed due to a specific educational or health need covered by an individualized education plan or a 504 plan.

If a student has a cell phone or personal electronic device out at an inappropriate time:

• First offense - office referral, phone or personal electronic device is turned into the office, parent/guardian pick up personal electronic device before 4 pm.*
• Second offense - office referral, personal electronic device is turned into the office, parent/guardian pick up of personal electronic device required before 4 pm,* and a 1 hour after school detention is assigned.
• Third offense - office referral, personal electronic device is turned into the office, parent/guardian pick up of the phone required before 4 pm,* personal electronic device will not be allowed at school the remainder of the year, and a 2 hour afterschool detention is assigned.
• Additional offenses - will be determined by Fulton Middle School administration, but could potentially include a four hour Saturday School detention

*If the device is not picked up by 4 pm from the front office, the device will be available for pickup the following day.

Students will be expected to participate in class activities and complete all class assignments to the best of their ability. FMS staff receive training in the use of Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS). Staff members use this training to develop expectations for appropriate and respectful behavior, which will be shared with students. In addition, teachers and administrators have developed interventions designed to assist students in meeting these expectations. Students will be held accountable for appropriate and respectful behavior. Teachers will work with students, parents/guardians and administrators when behavioral expectations are not met.

All students will use a Chromebook cart model for all of their classes and will not be assigned an individual Chromebook. If a student needs to take a chromebook home to work on school assigned work, they will be able to check out a Chromebook from Fulton Middle School per their teacher’s request. Please read the following student responsibilities:

• The Chromebook is and remains the property of the District and student use of the Chromebook is a privilege. Use of the Chromebook is for educational purposes only.
• All accounts and/or passwords issued by the District need to be kept secure. This information should not be shared with any other students. This includes passwords for the Chromebook, email and/or network access and other school systems.
• Chromebook should not be used to share personal information over the Internet, and, in addition, while using a Chromebook, if asked for personal information or harassed in any way, report it immediately to a parent/guardian, teacher, or principal.
• Emails (or any other communications) sent through the Chromebook should be appropriate, legitimate, and responsible communications. These communications may be traceable to the District or student, and students have no right to privacy concerning any communications made through this Chromebook or any information stored on the Chromebook.
• Do not install, download and/or otherwise utilize any software or data that is illegal, would violate copyright laws, or that would otherwise violate the District Technology Acceptable Use Policy. When the Chromebook is returned to the District, the District may, in its sole discretion, reformat or otherwise erase any or all programs, applications, and/or data on the Chromebook.
• All files, data, and information stored on the Chromebook are not private, and District personnel can review the Chromebook and any files, data, or information residing on the Chromebook at any time.
• It is the responsibility of the student to store and backup data. The District does not guarantee or warrant in any way the performance or quality of the Chromebook. The District will not be liable for any direct or indirect, incidental or consequential damages (including lost or irrecoverable data or information) sustained or incurred in connection with the use, operation or inability to use the Chromebook.
• Do not attempt to repair or materially physically modify the Chromebook.
• Do not attempt to clean it with anything other than a soft cloth, and promptly report any problems with the Chromebook to District office staff.
• Treat the Chromebook with care by, among other things, not leaving it outdoors or in a vehicle at extreme temperatures, by preventing physical abuse to the Chromebook (e.g., dropping it), and/or by not using it with food or drink in a way that may damage the Chromebook. Store and use the Chromebook in a manner designed to prevent theft or loss.
• If the Chromebook must be replaced due to damage, theft, or loss, an additional insurance fee may be required before another Chromebook will be issued.
• If the Chromebook is intentionally damaged, destroyed, stolen, or subject to intentional refusal to return to the District upon request, such conduct may result in criminal charges, whether in Juvenile or adult court.

Fulton Middle School utilizes a traditional based grading practice. Progress reports are given at the end of each quarter and will be mailed home. Parents may have access to their student’s daily records via the web Parent Portal on the Fulton Public Schools Website.

1. The letter grades to be placed on report cards will include the following categories only:
2. Fulton Middle School grades are calculated using the following scale
   •  6th Grade: 60% summative (tests, quizzes, projects, etc) and 40% formative (class work, homework, etc.)
   • 7th Grade: 70% summative (tests, quizzes, projects, etc) and 30% formative (class work, homework, etc.)
   • 8th Grade: 80% summative (tests, quizzes, projects, etc) and 20% formative (class work, homework, etc.)
3. All teachers will take the necessary class time at the beginning of each school year to ensure that students are informed of the grading system.
4. All components used in assigning grades must carry the numerical possible scores as well as the actual point total earned.
5. Fulton Middle School will utilize a quarterly grading system that will also incorporate first and second semester grades.
   • First Semester final grades will be calculated using 50% of the students 1st quarter grade and 50% of the students 2nd quarter grade.
   • Second Semester final grades will be calculated using 50% of the students 3rd quarter grade and 50% of the students 4th quarter grade.

Report Cards
Parents/guardians may access student grades and attendance through the online Infinite Campus student information system throughout the year. Hard copies of report cards will be mailed home with students at the end of each quarter.

Test Retake Policy
We want to enable all students to succeed through a consistent and equitable Retake Policy. Our retake requirements are designed to encourage students to prepare appropriately the first time, if they are capable of doing so. Below are the retake policy guidelines:

• Students must complete all missing unit/section work to be eligible for a retake over that unit/section.
• Students must meet with the teacher to review material and study strategies to qualify for a retake.
• Students must complete the retake within two weeks of the test return date
• Test corrections cannot be done for credit (they cannot be counted as the retake grade).
• There is no minimum or maximum score that allows a student to be eligible for a retake.
• Administrative and teacher discretion will be used if/when needed.

• Students will have the same number of days to make up an assignment as the amount of days that they missed. For example, if a student misses two days of school due to an illness, once they return back to school they will have two days to turn in the assignment.
• A students grade in the gradebook will be a 0 until the student turns in the assignment
• Administrative and teacher discretion will be used if/when needed.

The High Distinction Honor Roll and Honor Roll provide recognition of students who have achieved superior grades in class work. These are computed at the end of the First and Second Semesters. All classes in the regular school curriculum will be used in determining the semester grade average.

Based on a 4-point scale, a student must have a 3.5 to 4.0 to qualify for the High Distinction Honor Roll. A student must have a 3.0 to 3.499 to qualify for Honor Roll. A student may not have any grade below a C- to qualify for either.

iSucceed is a reward/intervention program to encourage students to improve their academic status and behaviors. Requirements for FMS iSucceed:

• Maintain all grades at B- or higher for the quarter.
• Receive no more than 3 tardies per quarter.
• Maintain 90% hourly attendance (any absences over that must be verified and approved by administration).
• No discipline referrals for the quarter.

6th grade students will be eligible for the iSucceed program if they have met these requirements after the completion of their first quarter. 7th and 8th grade students will qualify for iSucceed first quarter based on the previous school years 4th quarter data. At any time, a student’s status can be altered due to their behavior, or not living up to academic expectations. Additionally, students may lose their status for not following school wide expectations. All of these indicators may be modified to best fit the needs of FMS students, faculty and administration. Final determination will be made by FMS administration.

• No cellphones will be allowed in the cafeteria, this includes during breakfast;
• Take their place in line without pushing or crowding in front of others;
• Ask friends to wait their turn in line and buy their own food;
• Move to the eating area quickly after purchasing food instead of waiting for friends at the exit;
• Once seated, raise hand to ask permission before moving about the cafeteria during lunch;
• Bring their own money and not borrow from others;
• Use their best manners;
• Clean up after themselves by picking up all food and by putting all papers in the trash can.

Outside Food and Drink
As a result of federal mandates in regards to healthy schools no outside food or drink will be allowed. The front office will not deliver food to students during the day. If food is dropped off for consumption after school it will be held in the office. The food will be delivered by the after school activities coach/sponsor. Meal delivery services (GrubHub, UberEats, DoorDash, etc.) are not permitted for students at FMS.

Lunch Accounts
Please place deposits into student meal accounts in the deposit box by the main office in the morning before school begins. Please include the student's name with the deposit. Deposits will not be accepted during meal times. Students are not allowed to use other student’s meal accounts. Monthly menus and payment schedules are available by the deposit box and in the cafeteria.

1. Aerosol cans, lighters
2. Laser lights
3. Drugs, tobacco, or alcohol, including vapes or e-cigarettes
4. Weapons
5. Any item that could distract from learning opportunities
6. Blankets
7. Wireless headphones (Bluetooth, AirPods, etc.)
8. Personal Fidgets

*Any items brought from home are the responsibility of the student. The school is not held responsible for lost items.

Schedule changes are discouraged after the beginning of the school year. If a student desires a schedule change it must be done within the first 10 school days after the start of the first semester or second semester. In addition, a conference must be held with the student, parent, teacher of the class the student wants to drop, counselor, and administrator. Exceptions to this policy may only be made by building administration.

Only students enrolled in Fulton Middle School are eligible to attend dances and activity nights. Students leaving early must sign out and leave with a parent/guardian, or the parent/guardian must call to give permission for their child to leave. Students serving OSS or ISS the day of an activity night and/or dance may not attend unless approved by administration. Students must attend school for the entire school day the day of the activity night and/or dance in order to attend unless approved by administration.

• 3 tardies: Parent Contact made by Classroom Teacher
• 4-5 tardies: Office Referral and After School Detention
• 6+ tardies: Office Referral and 1 day of ISS

Consequences for additional tardies will be determined by FMS administration.

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) designated Fulton High School as a participating school in the A+ Scholarship Program.

• Two years of attendance at an A+ high school, ending with graduation
• Signed A+ Participation Agreement
• 2.5 unweighted grade point average (over four years)
• 95% attendance (average over four years)*
• Score proficient or advanced on the Algebra I EOC exam or substitute
• 50 hours of pre-approved, unpaid mentoring or tutoring (over four years)
• Good citizenship as outlined in Fulton Public Schools Board Policy JG-R1 (over four years)
• Completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to becoming eligible for the A+ financial reimbursement
• Registration for Selective Service (males) upon 18th birthday

Upon graduation, A+ certified students must enroll and attend on a full-time basis at a Missouri public community college, vocational or technical school, while maintaining a GPA of 2.5.

Academic Week was started in 1985. It is a week-long celebration honoring students that have excelled academically. The requirements for Academic Week are:

1. Must be a FULL TIME (courses for all hours 1-8) student with 3.75 or higher cumulative GPA at the end of 3rd semester for sophomores, end of 5th semester for juniors, and end of 7th semester for seniors.
2. Students must attend the banquet in order to participate in the other events for the week.
3. Transfer students who have completed a full semester at Fulton High School and meet all other requirements of Academic Week will be invited to participate.
4. Foreign exchange students who academically qualify for the week will be invited to the field trip.

Each day of the week, students are celebrated at a special function. The kick-off is the Monday night banquet. At the banquet, students are individually recognized and receive either a patch, pin, or plaque. If a student is absent from school that day, an approved note is required to excuse the absence (e.g., doctor’s note, funeral notice, college visit slip, or legal documentation stating why the student was not in attendance). Administration reserves the right to make the final determination on approval of excused absences.

Students are expected to use the appropriate bathroom facilities designated for their use with a proper pass. If a student is found in an unauthorized area, they will be subject to disciplinary measures. Students are permitted to use the bathroom to attend to their personal needs throughout the school day. However, students are not allowed to hang out, vape, or eat in the bathroom. Only one student is allowed to use a bathroom stall at a time. If more than one student is found in a bathroom stall, all students found together in the stall will be referred to a school administrator and subject to investigatory and/or disciplinary measures. Students are also expected to maintain cleanliness in the bathroom and respect school property. Any destruction of property or failure to maintain cleanliness will result in referrals to the administration and potential fines for damages.

• First offense - office referral, phone or personal electronic device is turned into the office, parent/guardian will pick up phone or personal electronic device required at the end of the day with a letter outlining future consequences, and a 1 hour after school detention will be assigned.
• Second offense - office referral, phone or personal electronic device is turned into the office, parent/guardian pick up of the phone or personal electronic device required, and a 2 hour after school detention is assigned.
• Third offense - office referral, phone or personal electronic device is turned into the office, parent/guardian pick up of the phone or personal electronic device required, and a 4 hour Saturday school detention is assigned.
• Additional offenses - office referral, phone or personal electronic device is turned into the office, parent/guardian pick up of the phone or personal electronic device required, 4 hour Saturday school detention is assigned, and the student will be assigned ISS the remainder of the day and the following day.

1. Computer error
2. Prerequisite courses not met
3. Duplicate credit
4. Teacher recommendation that the student is misplaced
5. Change of student interest (fall only)

1. Change of student interest (spring only), unless changing course for a dual credit or honors level option
2. A negative effect of course grade on GPA
3. Not needing the course to graduate - Seniors may drop courses at beginning of spring semester, if not needed to graduate

A college/job shadow day is considered an excused absence. To have the day not count against Perfect Attendance seniors must get a College Visit and/or Job Shadow Form completed and returned to the Attendance Office. Students will then receive a Verification Slip to be signed by a college/job representative. Seniors are allowed three (3) College Visit/Job Shadow days for the school year. Students may use one of their days before their senior year, with prior approval from administration.

Students may recover credit for a course in which an F was earned by enrolling in our credit recovery program.

1. No dance shall last longer than three (3) hours. The principal reserves the right to adjust this time if deemed necessary. Exception: Junior/Senior Prom.
2. As a general rule, dances on a school night are discouraged; only under exceptional circumstances will they be approved.
3. PROM ONLY: For effective event management and logistical coordination, it is imperative that students purchase tickets in advance. A late fee will be applied to tickets acquired within one week of the Prom date. Please note that tickets will not be available for purchase on the day of the event.

1. Students must be enrolled and in attendance by 10:15 am to be permitted to attend school-sponsored dances that day. If a student is present at the start of the school day the student must stay until 12:30 pm or if a student must be absent in the morning, the student must be in attendance by 10:15 am and remain until the end of the school day to maintain eligibility for the dance. The building principal may approve a student’s eligibility under special circumstances.
2. Students must have a 90% attendance or better to attend. The administration has final say on the attendance percentage approval. Excess absences must be accompanied by verified doctors notes or school approved documentation.
3. Students bringing dates not enrolled at Fulton High School must be approved by the Administration. Outside dates must be attending a high school or a high school graduate, not older than 20. Outside dates must be signed up in the Assistant Principal’s office, and are required to have a completed form signed by their school administration. Students younger than 9th grade are not allowed to attend Fulton High School dances.
4. Once students leave the dance, they may not re-enter.
5. Any conduct judged irregular by any dance sponsors would result in dismissal from the activity with the possibility of persons involved having further disciplinary action taken against them.

1. The senior class will nominate six senior Homecoming candidates for Royalty for both the Fall and Winter Homecomings. Seniors nominated must have a 90% or higher attendance percentage and no assignments of OSS during that academic year. Once nominated, the candidate is no longer eligible to be nominated for any other royalty, including Prom. The entire student body will vote after the nominations have been made.
2. The senior class will nominate six senior Prom candidates for Royalty. The junior class will nominate six Junior Escorts. Juniors and Seniors in attendance at Prom will vote for Royalty. Seniors and Juniors nominated must have a 90% or higher attendance percentage and no assignments of OSS during that academic year.

1. Students are to enter the Parking Lot on the East end and exit by the West end. The parking lot streets are one-way.
2. Before school, drivers are to let passengers out of their cars on the sidewalk by the locker rooms.
3. Before school, drivers are to park and enter the high school IMMEDIATELY.
4. There is to be NO LOITERING in the parking lot before or after school.
5. Students are to yield at all times to school buses on campus.
6. Students driving recklessly and imprudently will be subject to disciplinary action and possibly be excluded from using the parking lot.
7. Students are not allowed to go to the parking lot during the school day without permission from administration.
8. Any parking lot rule violation will result in an office referral.
9. Students enrolled in vocational classes off campus must use district-provided transportation. Unauthorized driving to vocational classes off campus will result in parent notification, the student’s vehicle left on the vocational campus to be picked up at a later time the student and any riders will ride district-provided transportation back to FHS. Other disciplinary actions may result from the administration of either school.
10. No parking will be permitted in the Event Parking Lot from August to November due to Band practice.

Students who wish to graduate early will be required to meet with a school counselor and submit written notification to the principal. The school counselor will notify the student's parents or guardians of the student's decision if the student is a dependent. The student will receive a diploma if the student has met the graduation requirements of Fulton Public Schools. The student who chooses early graduation will be allowed to participate in the spring graduation ceremonies but will be considered an alumni for all other activities.

In order to better prepare our students for higher education, Fulton High School believes that it is imperative for students to learn quality study habits. In order for students to understand the preparation and retain the subject material pre-identified courses will have mandatory finals. All junior and senior level core classes (Math, Science, English, and Social Studies) will be required to take a final exam each semester. All freshman and sophomore level core honors classes (Math, Science, English, and Social Studies) will be required to take a final exam each semester. All EOC classes (English II, Algebra I, Biology, and Government) will be required to take a first semester final. Any other classes final exams will be at the teacher’s discretion, but will be clearly stated in their syllabus at the beginning of each semester.

Final examinations are to be used as a method of evaluating student achievement. They should be conducted in such a manner that they effectively evaluate the achievement of the goals and objectives on which learning activities have been based. The exam should count no more than 10% of the semester grade. Departments, through yearly review meetings with the building principal, will determine the type and form of semester exams. No retakes will be given for final exams.

Missed Final Exams must be made up within one week of the last day of the semester, unless an extended time period has been granted by the administration. An "I" is recorded in the final exam column when a student does not take a final exam. The student will be given no credit for the exam and the grade changed to a “0” after make-up exams are administered. This will all take place if the student does not take the final exam .

As a result of federal mandates in regards to healthy schools no outside food or drink will be allowed, after 7:45 am, once the school day begins. Students are not permitted to use food delivery services during school hours. The front office will not deliver food to students during the day. If food is dropped off for consumption after school it will be held in the office. It is the student’s responsibility to get the food at the end of the day. Each teacher is responsible for the rules of their classroom. No food or drink is permitted in the Allbritton Theater, All Computer Labs, Science Labs, and Library.

1. Students must complete all missing unit/section work to be eligible for a retake over that unit/section.
2. Students must meet with the teacher to discuss the material, study strategies, etc. to be eligible for a retake.
3. As needed, students must complete additional assigned work designed to demonstrate learning to be eligible for a retake.
4. Students must complete the retake within two weeks of the test return date, unless other arrangements are made with the teacher.
5. Test corrections cannot be done for credit (they cannot be counted as the retake grade).
6. There is no minimum or maximum score that allows a student to be eligible for a retake.
7. No retakes for final exams.

To meet high school graduation requirements and to meet individual needs, a student must complete a minimum of twenty four (24) units of credit in a program that should be cooperatively planned by the student, his/her parents, and the school.

1. All students must acquire the minimum number of units of credit as described above and must attend a minimum of eight semesters after grade eight. EXCEPTIONS: a) Missouri Option students fulfilling requirements during their 7th semester are eligible to graduate upon completion. b) Seniors approved for the Early Out program can graduate at the end of the 7th semester - conditions for this program may be obtained through the Counseling Office. An early graduate is no longer enrolled at FHS, therefore they may not participate in Academic Week or attend the Senior trip. They may only attend prom as a date of a Fulton High School Junior or Senior. Students may, however, participate in graduation and the all-night senior party.
2. Students must pass examinations on the provisions and principles of American history, American institutions, American civics, and the Missouri and U.S. Constitutions. (§§ 170.011, .345, RSMo.).
3. Successfully complete a course of instruction of at least one semester in length on the institutions, branches and functions of the government of the state of Missouri, including local governments, the U.S. government and the electoral process. (§ 170.011, RSMo.)
4. Have earned credit in the Fulton School District No. 58's educational program between the ninth and twelfth grades.
5. Have taken all required end-of-course (EOC) examinations. (DESE Graduation Guidance).
6. Have received 30 minutes of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instruction and training in the proper performance of the Heimlich maneuver or other first aid for choking. (§ 170.310, RSMo.)
7. Correspondence courses may be accepted toward graduation requirements if obtained from an accredited institution and if previously approved by the Counselor and/or High School Principal, however, the final determination will be deemed by the High School Principal. Correspondence courses are not to be substituted for courses that can be taken at Fulton High School unless there is a scheduling conflict within the student’s schedule. Correspondence courses should be used to help fulfill graduation requirements.
8. The District recognizes units of credit obtained through accredited schools and school districts, including credits earned through courses delivered primarily through electronic media, such as online courses. For the purposes of this policy, an "accredited school" is a Missouri public school, a Missouri charter school, the Missouri Course Access Program (MOCAP); a private agency where students with disabilities are placed by a public school; or any school or school district accredited by the Missouri State Board of Education, AdvancED or the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). If a school or school district is located in another state, that school or school district must be accredited by that state's department of education, AdvancED, ISACS or the equivalent organizations. (§ 161.670, RSMo., DESE Graduation Guidance)
9. Students may earn credit through the Westminster College and William Woods University Cooperative (College Co-op) Program. Students may enroll in the College Coop Program once they have completed graduation requirements for the area in which they wish to enroll.

*Please refer to Board Policy IKF (Graduation Requirements) for the complete policy.

The High Distinction Honor Roll and Honor Roll provide recognition of students who have achieved superior grades in class work. These are computed at the end of the First and Second Semesters and reported to the local newspaper for publication. All classes in the regular school curriculum will be used in determining the semester grade average.

Based on a 4-point scale, a student must have a 3.5 to 4.0 to qualify for the High Distinction Honor Roll. A student must have a 3.0 to 3.499 to qualify for Honor Roll. A student may not have any grade below a C- to qualify for either.

The ICAP is a plan of study to guide students through the coursework and activities for achieving personal career goals, post-secondary planning and providing individual pathway options. An ICAP is a multi-year process, beginning no later than the eighth grade, that intentionally guides students and families in the exploration of career, academic and multiple post-secondary opportunities to include direct access to the workforce, military, tech school/area career center, vocational training (apprenticeship), 2 year college and 4 year college. An ICAP is a “roadmap” to help students develop the awareness, knowledge, attitudes, and skills to create their own meaningful pathways to be success ready graduates. Each student’s ICAP will be reviewed annually with counselors.

iSucceed is a reward/intervention program started during the 2011-12 school year to encourage students to improve their academic status and behaviors during intervention. Students maintain this privilege as long as they maintain their status. Freshmen are eligible for the iSucceed program if they have met these requirements after the completion of their first quarter. At any time a student’s status can be taken for poor behavior or not living up to expectations academically (an example would be a student placed on the ICU list). Additionally students may lose their status for not following school expectations (an example would be excessive tardies).

In addition students will:

• Maintain all grades at C- or higher for the quarter.
• Receive no more than 3 tardies per quarter
• Maintain 90% hourly attendance (any absences over that must be verified through doctors note)
• No discipline referrals for the quarter

FHS faculty and staff are continuing to review and evaluate data and the iSucceed program. Changes will be communicated with all stakeholders as they are decided. Program indicators may be modified to best fit the needs of FHS students, faculty and administration. Final determination will be made by the FHS principal.

Fulton High School uses the Latin Honors System for graduation recognition. Seniors that qualify, after calculating their final grades, will be issued the corresponding cords to wear during the graduation ceremony. Only cords and medals issued by FHS and the military can be worn during the ceremony.

• 4.2 and above = Summa Cum Laude
• 4.0-4.19999 = Magna Cum Laude
• 3.85-3.9999 = Cum Laude

• Summa Cum Laude: 1 black & gold cord, 2 black, white & gold cords
• Magna Cum Laude: 2 black, white & gold cords
• Cum Laude: 2 black & gold cords

A student must turn in their summative assignment on the designated date, or they will receive a 10% reduction in their grade.

• The teacher will wait twenty four hours before adding their name to the ICU database. A “0” will be in the gradebook until the summative assignment is turned in.
• After five school days, from the day the student was assigned to ICU, the supervisor will put in a referral, if the assignment is not completed.
• Administration will make a plan with the student to get the summative assignment completed as soon as possible.

The FHS Library is open from 7:25 am to 3:15 pm. Students are welcome to use the library media center before and after school and during their lunch shift. If a student needs to use the library media center outside of the usual hours, prior arrangements with the library media specialist must be made. No food or drink is allowed in the library media center. The library media center specialist has the authority to dismiss students who jeopardize the academic nature of the area. Instruction in the use of the library media center will be given as part of classroom orientation. Most printed library materials may be checked out for a period of two (2) weeks and renewed for an additional two (2) weeks. The library media center atmosphere should be conducive to learning. Chrombooks may be checked out from the library for a period of one (1) day at a time. Chromebooks should be returned on the same day they are checked out unless prior arrangements are made with the library media specialist. There is also a self-serve Chromebook charging car in the library media center. Students are welcome to charge their Chromebooks, as needed and as available.

Lockers are available for students throughout the building. Lockers should be kept locked at all times and students should not tell other students their locker combination. Promptly report all lockers that will not work properly to the Assistant Principal's office. Immediately report all thefts to the Assistant Principal’s office. Although lockers have individual combination locks, they are subject to inspection by school authorities at any time. Students are not permitted to share lockers. Each student who takes physical education will also be assigned a locker in the physical education area. Students will be responsible for providing a combination lock for security of valuables in the physical education area. Students are not allowed on the gym floor unless participating in physical education classes or under the supervision of a staff member.

All students are to remain in the Commons Area during their lunch period. Guidelines are as follows:

• Each student is responsible for clearing his/her tray at the end of each lunch shift. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action.
• Visitors or friends are not allowed in the Commons area during lunch hours.
• Students are not allowed to go to the parking lot during lunch.

Open Lunch
There are times throughout the year where students are rewarded with an “Open Lunch.” Open Lunch is a privilege, not a right. The student must present their ORIGINAL iSucceed card or whatever ticket they have earned to go. Students should not be checked out during an Open Lunch. If a student is checked out without documentation during this time period, they will be counted as truant and can receive disciplinary action. Buses will be provided for those students that do not drive. If a student drives they are only allowed to have themselves plus their siblings in the vehicle. If instances of abuse take place, Fulton High School may remove Open Lunch privileges for one, some or all students. All campus and school rules apply while you are on open lunch. We ask that students take pride in their community while they are on Open Lunch. Remember this is a privilege for you.

The Missouri Option Program permits full-time, public school enrolled students who are at least 17 years of age. These students are at risk of dropping out or not graduating with their cohort group the opportunity to earn a standard high school diploma. The Missouri Option Program is competency-based and approved by the State Board of Education. The program utilizes a high school equivalency exam as content mastery for graduation purposes. The exam sanctioned by the state for the Missouri Option program is the HiSET® test. Missouri Option students successfully passing the exam and completing all other program requirements are eligible to receive a high school diploma.

Contact Information
Jessica Geldner, Program Director
jgeldner@fulton58.org
(573) 590-8118

1. The use of or possession or distribution of unauthorized prescription drugs, controlled substances, imitation controlled substances, drug paraphernalia or items represented to be such will not be permitted by student participants. Therefore, the following consequences will be assessed to students who are in violation of this policy if the use, possession, or distribution occurs on school property, at a school sponsored event, charges brought or pending by a law enforcement agency, is confirmed by school personnel or is self-reported to school personnel. The calendar date prohibited activities are confirmed by school personnel will be the initial date for consequences.
   • FIRST OFFENSE: The student will be suspended from 50% of the current games/contests in extracurricular activities season or the next immediate season if not participating in a current activity. The suspension will begin on the first game/contest following the infraction. The student will practice and sit on the team bench during a suspension. Evaluation and assistance, at the participant’s expense, by a Alcohol/Drug Counselor is recommended.
   • SECOND OFFENSE: The student will be suspended from all MSHSAA recognized activities for a period of 365 days from the date of the second offense. The suspension will begin on the first game/contest following the infraction.
   • ANY FURTHER OFFENSES will result in permanent ineligibility from extracurricular activities.
2. The use of alcohol and tobacco is strictly forbidden. All student-athletes are expected to refrain from alcohol and tobacco. Therefore, the following consequences will be assessed to students who are in violation of this policy if the use, possession, or distribution occurs on school property, at a school sponsored event, charges brought or pending by a law enforcement agency, is confirmed by school personnel or is self-reported to school personnel. The calendar date prohibited activities are confirmed by school personnel will be the initial date for consequences.
   • FIRST OFFENSE: The student will be suspended from 20% of the current games/contests in extracurricular activities season or the next immediate season if not participating in a current activity. The suspension will begin on the first game/contest following the infraction. The student will practice and sit on the team bench during a suspension. Evaluation and assistance, at the participant’s expense, by a Alcohol/Drug Counselor is recommended.
   • SECOND OFFENSE: The student will be suspended from 50% of the current games/contests in extracurricular activities season or the next immediate season if not participating in a current activity. The suspension will begin on the first game/contest following the infraction. The student will practice and sit on the team bench during a suspension. Evaluation and assistance, at the participant’s expense, by a Alcohol/Drug Counselor is recommended.
   • THIRD OFFENSE: The student will be suspended from all MSHSAA recognized activities for a period of 365 days from the date of the third offense.
   • ANY FURTHER OFFENSES will result in permanent ineligibility from extra-curricular activities.
3. If the consequences required by the MSHSAA are greater than those provided for in this regulation the district will be required to follow the MSHSAA rules and regulations.
4. Any student who is serving an Out of School Suspension may not participate in any extracurricular activity during the time of that suspension. Any student, whose classroom conduct, school conduct, or community conduct is not considered desirable as defined by school policy or state law, will be dealt with accordingly.
5. Any student who misses class on the date of a contest without being excused by the principal shall not be considered eligible to represent the school and/or attend practice on that date. Students must be in attendance by 10:15 am to be considered eligible that day. If a student is present at the start of the school day the student must stay until 12:30 pm or if a student must be absent in the morning, the student must be in attendance by 10:15 am and remain until the end of the school day to maintain eligibility. The building principal may approve a student’s eligibility under special circumstances.

1. Students will be financially responsible to repair or replace any missing or damaged equipment.
2. Coaches and sponsors may establish policies for their groups in addition to those stated herein.
3. A cut policy will be in effect for all activities. Decisions will be based on the skills of students.  Cuts will be made in programs due to limited facilities and number of participants.

• Citizenship: You must be a creditable citizen. Creditable citizens are those students whose conduct, both in school and out of school, will not reflect discredit upon themselves or their school.
• If a student is unable to attend an assigned Saturday School they will be ineligible to participate in any extra-curricular activities until the assigned Saturday School has been served.
• A student is not permitted to participate in any school function or extra-curricular activity after an APC or OSS assignment until the student attends a full day of classes at Fulton High School.
• A student shall not be considered eligible while under suspension.
• The student who is expelled or who withdraws from school because of disciplinary measures shall not be considered eligible for 365 days from the date of expulsion or withdrawal.
• If a student misses class on the date of any interscholastic event without being excused by the principal, he/she shall not be considered eligible on that date. (This standard shall also govern events that take place within Fulton Public Schools)
• Academic Standards: (Set by Fulton Public Schools) The grades of all students will be reviewed at the end of each grade reporting period. Any student who has an F in any current course may not attend or be eligible to participate in extracurricular activities for seven (7) calendar days and nights beginning on the next day following the grade reporting period reporting day, as designated in the school calendar. There will be an exception during Winter Break at which time the period of ineligibility will not begin until school resumes. At any time, following the mandatory seven (7) calendar day period of ineligibility, the student will regain eligibility when the grade is raised to above an F. Students should make sure that academic pursuits are the priority and activities are extracurricular. Any student failing a class may be required to attend study sessions after school. Any student receiving an incomplete grade (‘I’) because of failure to promptly complete work will be ineligible. Incomplete grades resulting from illness or other special circumstances during the last two weeks of a grading period may be excused.
• Attendance Standards (Set by Fulton Public Schools) Students wanting to participate in Fulton High School sports, clubs, elected class officers, or activities must maintain a 90% hourly attendance rate. If a student’s attendance rate falls below 90% they will no longer be eligible to participate until their attendance rate returns to 90%. Students that have an attendance rate below 90% must have documentation (doctor notes, legal notes, or approved verification from the school administration) in order to account for excessive absences. The administration will make the final determination regarding eligibility in regards to attendance.
• Summer school courses for academic eligibility may count provided the course is necessary for graduation or promotion, and it is placed on the school transcript. No more than one credit in summer school shall be counted toward eligibility.
• Semesters of Participation: A student shall not participate more than four (4) seasons (athletics) or eight (8) semesters beginning with his/her entrance in the ninth (9th) grade. The eighth (8th) semester shall immediately follow the seventh (7th) semester. A student who is granted an "early-out" shall no longer be eligible for interscholastic competition.
• All other MSHSAA standards must be met as they pertain to the various groups mentioned above.
• Local School Standards (By-Law 2.9): Any member school shall have the authority to set any additional eligibility requirements that are more restrictive that it deems advisable.

• Obeys school rules and approved organizational regulations as outlined in School Board Policy, Student Handbook, and Extra-Curricular Handbook.
• Obeys civil law.
• Maintains appropriate academic standards.
• Attends school regularly.
• Maintains exemplary behavior while representing Fulton High School.
• Any student that is in violation of the eligibility standards set by MSHSAA will automatically be declared ineligible to participate in interscholastic activities (reference Section 2).
• The student must meet all other eligibility requirements of MSHSAA and the local area high school athletic conference.

• Any student that is in violation of the eligibility standards set by MSHSAA will automatically be declared ineligible to participate in interscholastic activities (reference Sections 2,3, and 4).
• No student will be eligible to participate in ECA during a period of school suspension.
• Students who violate school rules and regulations may be denied the privilege of ECA participation subject to a review by the high school administration and sponsor.

• The high school administration will make the final decision on whether a student, parent or attending personnel are to be denied the privilege of participating in extracurricular activities. Any student, parent, or attending personnel shall have the opportunity to appeal the case if they are not in agreement with the decision. The appeal process is through the following channels: Superintendent, then the Board of Education.
• It is the primary responsibility of the sponsor to monitor students, and attending personnel conduct to ensure that these standards are being met. Any violation should be reported to the high school principal or assistant principal immediately.
• An appeal should be made within 48 hours of notification of the case.
• It is the responsibility of the sponsor to inform the students of the expected standard of conduct and the penalty for violation.
• If the high school administration is the first to learn of a violation of a standard, he will notify the sponsor and a conference will be arranged.
• Removal of a student from ECA does not remove him/her from a corresponding credit class, except through routine school policies and procedures.

Traditionally, Parent/Teacher Conferences have been held after first and third quarter grades are submitted. This process will continue to be evaluated throughout the next academic year. Progress reports will be emailed home or parents may pick up progress reports during these times. If there are questions, teachers will be available for conferences. A calendar for reporting and issuing grade reports will be developed by counseling and administration for each reporting period.

• one (1) hour in length beginning at 3:00 pm and ending at 4:00 pm.
• two (2) hours in length beginning at 3:00 pm and ending at 5:00 pm.
• four (4) hours in length on Saturdays beginning at 8:00 am and ending at 12:00 pm.

1. The student is not permitted in the school building or on any Fulton Public School grounds without specific permission from the principal.
2. The student is not permitted to participate in any school function or extra-curricular activity while under suspension.
3. The student is not permitted to participate in any school function or extra-curricular activity until he/she attends a full day of classes after returning to Fulton High School.
4. Students who are suspended for certain safe school violation(s) cannot be within 1,000 feet of any public school.
5. Cases not serious enough to refer to the Board of Education shall be addressed in the following manner:
   • The students will be told the exact number of days they are suspended or that they are suspended until they bring their parents to school.
   • For an out-of-school suspension of more than 1 day, a letter will be written to the parents outlining the nature of the offense(s), the length of time for which they are suspended, and the conditions under which they may return without having the case referred to the Board of Education. This letter should be mailed the same day of the suspension, but not later than the following day. A duplicate of the letter will be filed in the student's individual folder in the Assistant Principal's office. A triplicate copy of this letter will be sent to the superintendent's office.
6. Out-of-school suspension does impact overall attendance. The student must complete missing work while out of school. As long as the administration is able to verify that work was completed, the days of out-of-school suspension will not count towards the eight (8) absence limit determining whether the student has earned credit. If the student does not complete any work while serving out-of-school suspension, each day of their suspension will count towards their eight (8) absence limit and possibly result in them losing credit.
7. In cases where the superintendent has suspended a student for more than ten (10) days, Missouri School Law 167.171 will apply.

Students are expected to be in class with appropriate materials before the bell sounds. Failure to be on time to class will result in disciplinary action. Tardies will accumulate on a semester basis, and be tracked through the attendance office. Every 5th tardy will result in a referral to the disciplinary office.

• 1st Referral: 1 hour detention
• Subsequent Referrals: Additional consequences may include detention or in-school suspension.

Students are expected to arrive at school on time and report to their 1st hour no later than 7:45 am. Students who arrive more than 15 minutes late to school will be counted as truant (late) and absent. Incidents of truancy (late) will accumulate on a semester basis and be tracked in the attendance office.

• 1st Offense: Consequences may include administrator conference, detention, or in-school suspension. Contact will be made notifying the parents of the truancy as well as future consequences and current attendance policy for obtaining credit.
• Subsequent Offenses: Additional consequences may include detentions, in-school suspension, parent conferences, and/or loss of credit due to attendance.

To promote a healthy and safe school environment, vape detectors will be utilized in buildings offering services to high school students. These detectors monitor air quality and detect the use of vaping or smoking devices. Building administrators are responsible for investigating any vape detector alert, and this information may be used in the course of disciplinary procedures.

During the school year there are times when elections are held for the purpose of electing Royalty, or candidates for some position or an award. Rules for the conduction of all voting need to be established. Some of these basic rules are:

1. Details of the purpose of the voting shall be made available to eligible voters via the daily announcements and notices will be published at least three (3) days prior to the date of the election.
2. Official ballots will be made for each election. Only official ballots will be counted. Any vote made other than on an official ballot will be thrown out of the election.
3. Sponsors and an administrator will count the votes prior to the winner being announced.

The superintendent or designee is authorized to contact the district's attorney for advice on the legality of district discipline or the discipline process. The Board encourages the superintendent to recommend changes to Board policy related to student discipline as needed.

The district's comprehensive written code of conduct will be placed on the district's website, and a copy will be available in the superintendent's office during normal business hours. The code of conduct will be distributed to all students and their parents/guardians at the beginning of each school year, which may be accomplished by directing students and parents/guardians to the district's website. These policies, regulations and procedures will apply to all students in attendance in the district's instructional and support programs as well as at
district-sponsored activities.

Equity
All district staff are required to enforce district policies, regulations and procedures in a manner that is consistent, developmentally appropriate and equitable. District staff who increase or decrease the consequences for student misconduct based on individual circumstances must document the reasons for the variance. The superintendent or designee will regularly review district discipline data to determine whether district policies are being equitably enforced and, when necessary, make recommendations to the Board for policy changes, training or resources to further the district's goals for providing equitable education to all students.

Discipline for Off-Campus Misconduct
Students may be disciplined for misconduct that occurs off district grounds and outside a district activity when allowed by law including, but not limited to, the following situations:

1. The district's technology is used.
2. The student's conduct negatively impacts the education environment or there is a nexus to the education environment.
3. The student has been charged with, convicted of, or pled guilty to the commission of a felony in a court of general jurisdiction(not a juvenile court). The Board may suspend such students after a hearing in accordance with law.
4. The student has been indicted on, charged with or convicted of one of the specific crimes listed in § 167.171, RSMo. (see in policy JEC) or a petition has been filed or adjudicated in juvenile court involving one of the specific crimes listed in § 167.171, RSMo. The district shall exclude such students from school or from the general education environment after appropriate due process.
5. The student transfers to the district during a suspension or expulsion from another public school or a private or parochial school, and the district determines that the conduct would have resulted in a suspension or expulsion in this district. The district may honor a student's suspension or expulsion in such cases after providing appropriate due process when necessary.

Nothing in this policy shall limit in any way the district’s authority to:

1. Provide consequences for any and all conduct that occurs on district property, on a school bus operated by or on behalf of the district, at school-sponsored activities on or away from district property, or at any other time or location that has a sufficient relationship to the district to warrant consequences.
2. Comply with the mandatory exclusion provisions of the Missouri Safe School Act, as such statute currently exists or may hereafter be amended.
3. Exclude students for felonies in addition to those identified above when, in the judgment of the administration and the Board of Education, such exclusion is necessary because the presence of the student poses a continuing danger to persons or property or an ongoing threat of disrupting the academic process.

Immediate Removal
The Board authorizes the immediate removal of a student upon a finding by a principal or superintendent that the student poses a threat of harm to self or others, as evidenced by the prior conduct of such student. Any such removal will be subject to the appropriate due process procedures and in accordance with law.

Enforcement
Building principals are responsible for the development and enforcement of additional student conduct rules needed to maintain proper behavior in schools under their supervision. All such rules shall be consistent with Board-adopted discipline policies and regulations. Teachers have the authority and responsibility to make and enforce necessary rules for discipline in the classroom, subject to review by the building principal. The Board expects each teacher to maintain a satisfactory standard of conduct in the classroom. All district staff enforcing student discipline should seek to minimize, as much as possible, the amount of instructional time the student loses.

Training
All district employees shall annually receive instruction related to the specific contents of the district’s comprehensive code of conduct and any interpretations necessary to implement its provisions including, but not limited to, confidentiality requirements and the approved methods for dealing with acts of school violence and disciplining students with disabilities.

1. The student is under the direct supervision of the student's parent, legal guardian, custodian or another adult designated in advance, in writing, to the student's principal by the student's parent, legal guardian or custodian, and the superintendent or designee has authorized the student to be on district property.
2. The student is enrolled in and attending an alternative school that is located within 1,000 feet of a public school in the district.
3. The student resides within 1,000 feet of a public school in the district and is on the property of the student's residence.

1. Using physical force, such as hitting, striking or pushing, to cause or attempt to cause physical injury; placing another person in apprehension of immediate physical injury; recklessly engaging in conduct that creates a grave risk of death or serious physical injury; causing physical contact with another person knowing the other person will regard the contact as offensive or provocative; or any other act that constitutes criminal assault in the third or fourth degree.
2. Knowingly causing or attempting to cause serious physical injury or death to another person, recklessly causing serious physical injury to another person, or any other act that constitutes assault in the first or second degree.

1. Possession, sale, purchase, transfer, manufacture, or distribution of any over-the-counter drug, herbal preparation, or imitation drug or herbal preparation.
2. Possession of drug paraphernalia or possession of or attendance while under the influence of any unauthorized prescription drug, alcohol, illegal drug, controlled substance (including marijuana and marijuana-infused products) as defined under schedules I, II, III, or IV of the Controlled Substances Act, unauthorized inhalant, counterfeit substance, imitation controlled substance, any substance intended to create a face negative on a drug test, or any substance prohibited on district property by law or policy.
3. Sale, purchase, transfer, manufacture, or distribution of any unauthorized prescription drug, alcohol, illegal drug, controlled substance (including marijuana and marijuana-infused products) as defined under schedules I, II, III, or IV of the Controlled Substances Act, unauthorized inhalant, counterfeit substance, imitation controlled substance, any substance intended to create a false negative on a drug test, any substance prohibited on district property by law or policy, or drug-related paraphernalia.

1. Use of material of a sexual nature or unwelcome verbal, written or symbolic language based on gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
2. Unwelcome physical contact of a sexual nature or that is based on gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
3. Student is found "responsible" for sexual harassment under Title IX upon conclusion of a formal complaint under policy ACA.

1. Attempting, regardless of success, to: gain unauthorized access to a technology system or information; use district technology to connect to other systems in evasion of the physical limitations of the remote system; copy district files without authorization; interfere with the ability of others to utilize district technology; secure a higher level of privilege without authorization; introduce computer viruses, hacking tools, or other disruptive/destructive programs onto or using district technology; or evade or disable a filtering/blocking device.
2. Using, displaying or turning on pagers, phones, personal digital assistants, personal laptops or any other personal electronic devices during the regular school day, including class change time, mealtimes or instructional class time, unless the use is part of the instructional program, required by a district-sponsored class or activity, or otherwise permitted by the building principal.
3. Violations, other than those listed in (1) or (2) above, of board policy EHB, procedure EHB-AP1 or any policy or procedure regulating student use of personal electronic devices. Use of audio or visual recording equipment in violation of board policy KKB.

1. Possession of any tobacco products, electronic cigarettes (vaping products), other nicotine-delivery products or imitation tobacco products, as defined in policy AH, on district property, on district transportation or at any district activity. Nicotine patches or other medications used in a tobacco cessation program may be possessed only in accordance with district policy JHCD.
2. Use of any tobacco products, electronic cigarettes (vaping products), imitation tobacco products or other nicotine-delivery products, as defined in policy AH, on district property, on district transportation or at any district activity. Nicotine patches or other medications used in a tobacco cessation program may be used only in accordance with district policy JHCD.

1. Possession or use of any weapon as defined in board policy, other than those defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921, 18 U.S.C. § 930(g)(2) or § 571.010, RSMo.
2. Possession or use of a firearm as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921 or any instrument or device defined in § 571.010, RSMo., or any instrument or device defined as a dangerous weapon in 18 U.S.C. § 930(g)(2).
3. Possession or use of ammunition or a component of a weapon.

1. Before suspending a student, a principal or superintendent must (a) tell the student, either orally or in writing, what misconduct he or she is accused of; (b) if the student denies the accusation, explain, either orally or in writing, the facts that form the basis of the proposed suspension; and (c) give the student an opportunity to present his or her version of the incident.
2. If the principal or superintendent concludes that the student has engaged in misconduct punishable by suspension, the procedures described below apply. If the student has a disability as defined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as amended or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act additional procedural safeguards described in the policy dealing with the discipline of students with disabilities apply.
3. The principal or superintendent should determine whether the student should be suspended or whether less drastic alternative measures would be appropriate. In many cases, the principal or superintendent may decide not to suspend a student unless conferences (between the teacher, student and principal and/or between the parent, student and principal) have been held and have failed to change the student's behavior.
4. If suspension is imposed, the student's parents or guardians must be promptly notified of the suspension and the reasons for the action.
5. Any suspension by a principal must be reported, immediately and in writing, to the superintendent, who may revoke the suspension, either part or in full, at any time.
6. If a student is suspended for more than ten (10) school days, the following rules also apply:
   • The student, his or her parents, guardians or others having custodial care have a right to appeal the superintendent's decision to the Board or a committee of the Board appointed by the Board president.
   • If the student gives notice that he or she wishes to appeal the suspension to the Board, the suspension shall be stayed until the Board renders its decision, unless in the superintendent's judgment, the student's presence poses a continuing danger to persons or property or an ongoing threat of disrupting the academic process.
   • All notices of appeal shall be transmitted, either by the appealing party or by the superintendent, to the secretary of the Board. Oral notices, if made to the superintendent, shall be reduced to writing and communicated to the secretary of the Board.
   • The superintendent, when notified of an appeal, shall promptly transmit to the Board a full written report of the facts relating to the suspension, the action taken by the superintendent, and the reasons for the action.
   • Upon receipt of a notice of appeal, the Board will schedule a hearing and within a reasonable time in advance of the scheduled date, will notify, by certified mail, the appealing party of the date, time and place of the hearing and of the right to counsel, to call witnesses, and to present evidence at the hearing.
   • Hearings of appealed suspensions will be conducted as described in the section of this policy dealing with student disciplinary hearings.

1. Before recommending to the Board that a student be expelled or suspended for more than 180 school days, the superintendent must (a) tell the student, either orally or in writing, what misconduct he or she is accused of; (b) if the student denies the accusation, explain, either orally or in writing, the facts that form the basis of the proposed suspension/expulsion; and (c) give the student an opportunity to present his or her version of the incident.
2. If the superintendent concludes that the student has engaged in misconduct and should be expelled or suspended for more than 180 school days, the procedures described below apply unless the student has a disability. (In the case of a student with a disability, the procedures described in the policy dealing with the discipline of students with disabilities shall apply.)
   • The superintendent will recommend to the Board that the student be expelled or suspended for more than 180 school days. The superintendent may also immediately suspend the student for up to 180 school days.
   • Upon receipt of the superintendent's recommendation, the Board will follow the procedures described in the section of this policy dealing with student disciplinary hearings.
3. If the student is expelled, he or she may later apply to the Board for readmission. Only the Board can readmit an expelled student.

1. The student and the parents/guardians will be advised of the charges against the student; their right to a Board hearing; the date, time and place of the hearing; their right to counsel; and their procedural rights to call witnesses, enter exhibits and cross-examine adverse witnesses. All such notifications will be made by certified mail, addressed to the student's parents or guardians. The Board shall make a good-faith effort to have the parents or guardians present at the hearing.
2. Prior to the Board hearing, the student and the student's parents/guardians will be advised of the identity of the witnesses to be called by the administration and advised of the nature of their testimony. In addition, the student and the student's parents/guardians will be provided with copies of the documents to be introduced at the hearing by the administration.
3. The hearing will be closed unless the Board decides otherwise. The hearing will only be open with parental consent. At the hearing, the administration or their counsel will present the charges and such testimony and evidence to support such charges. The student, his or her parents/guardians or their counsel shall have the right to present witnesses, introduce exhibits, and to cross-examine witnesses called in support of the charges.
4. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Board of Education shall deliberate in executive session and shall render a decision to dismiss the charges; to suspend the student for a specified period of time; or to expel the student from the schools of the district. The administration or its counsel, by direction of the Board of Education, shall promptly prepare and transmit to the parents/guardians written notice of the decision.

Wellness Program Guidelines
The following Policy and Procedure addresses the District Wellness Program guidelines.

• Policy ADF, District Wellness Program
• ADF-AP(1), District Wellness Program

Student Records and Directory Information
The following Policy and Procedure outlines use, distribution, and protection of student records.

• Policy JO-1, Student Records
• JO-1-AP(1), Student Records

Technology Usage
The following Policies and Procedure addresses use of district and personal technology.

• Policy EHB, Technology Usage
• EHB-AP(1), Technology Usage - (Technology Safety)
• Policy JFCD, Student Use of Personal Communication Devices
• Policy KKB, Audio and Visual Recording

Student Absences and Excuses
The following Policy addresses student attendance.

• Policy JEA, Compulsory and Part-Time Attendance
• Policy JED, Student Absences and Excuses
• JED-AP(1), Student Absences and Excuses (Grades K-8)
• JED-AP(2), Student Absences and Excuses (Grades 9-12)

Student Discipline
The following Policies and Regulation address various categories of student discipline.

• Policy JG, Student Discipline
• Policy JG-R1, Student Discipline
• Policy JGD, Student Suspension and Expulsion
• Policy JGE, Discipline of Students with Disabilities
• Policy JGF, Discipline Reporting and Records

Hazing and Bullying
The following Policies address the prohibition against hazing and bullying.

• Policy JFCF, Bullying
• Policy JFCG, Hazing

Harassment and Non-Discrimination
The following Policies address various protections for students and employees regarding discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

• Policy AC, Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassmen,t and Retaliation
• Policy ACA, Sexual Harassment Under Title IX
• Policy ACAE-2, Transgender Students

• EF-AP(1), Food Service Management - (Meal Charges)

• Policy AH, Use of Tobacco and Vaping Products
• JHC-AP(2), Student Health Services and Requirements - (Head Lice)
• Policy JHCD, Administration of Medications to Students

• Policy IGBA-1, Special Education
• IGBA-1-AP(1), Special Education - (Services for Incarcerated Youth)
• IGBA-1-AP(2), Special Education - (Evaluation Criteria for District and Independent Evaluations)
• Policy IGBB, Programs for Gifted Education
• Policy IKE, Promotion, Acceleration and Retention of Students
• Policy IKF, Graduation Requirements
• Policy IKFA, Early Graduation
• Policy IL-1, Assessment Program