Rowlett High School - Rules and Regulations

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES-DUE PROCESS-STUDENTS

The Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee is responsible for the interpretation and administration of disciplinary procedures as defined in the Statement of Policy of the Board of Trustees. The building principals are responsible for the interpretation and administration of disciplinary procedures within their school and for informing students or parents of the due process hearings and appeal procedures as defined by policies of the Board of Trustees and regulations. Students of the Garland Independent School District who seek relief from policies, procedure, or administrative decisions which in their opinion impose personal hardships, unreasonable convenience, or unsatisfactory conditions, shall adhere to the same hearing and appeal procedure as provided hereinafter for removal to alternative education programs, suspensions, and expulsions. Disciplinary action of any nature should be preceded by careful study of the violation and contributing factors leading to the deviation from acceptable behavior, and consideration should be given to the various available alternative types of punishment. The rights of the student are applicable to the student and/or parent, guardian, or other persons standing in loco parentis, if the student is under 18 years old. In most instances, a student should not be suspended from school for more than three (3) school days at one time. A student suspended from his or her regular classes will receive an excused absence if the student satisfactorily completes the assignments for the period of suspension within a time designated by the teacher. A grade adjustment shall be imposed on work made up for a period of suspension according to Board policy. This policy states that when a student returns to school following a suspension, all assignments and tests must be made up in a reasonable period of time not to exceed five days and that 30 points will be deducted from each assignment or test. Students who are expelled will not receive credit for work missed during expulsion. Handicapped students will receive educational services during expulsion as determined by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. At all hearings and conferences, the student shall have the right to present evidence and cross examine witnesses. At the Central Administration level Board of Trustees level for which provision is hereinafter made, the student shall additionally have the right to be represented by counsel.

Appeal Procedures for suspension or removal to Alternative Program

The administrator's decision to remove a student to an alternative program or suspend the student from school may be appealed to the central administrative hearing officer, Mr. Jerry Halpin, P.O. Box 469026, Garland Texas 5046-9026, (214) 494-8255. The parent may request that the student be placed in an alternative education program pending the appeal to the central administrative hearing officer. A request to appeal a decision of the building administrator to remove a student shall be made in writing to the central administrative hearing officer within one school day after a conference with the building administrator. The central administrative hearing office shall inform the parent of the date, time, and place for the hearing. Handicapped students may not be removed for more than ten (10) consecutive school days without ARD Committee action, pending appeal to the Board. During an appeal to a special education hearing officer, the student shall remain in current classes, unless the district and parent agree otherwise, or the school must obtain immediate injunctive relief from a state or federal court in order to remove the student for more than ten consecutive days. The central administrative hearing officer's decision to uphold the building administrator's decision to remove a student to an alternative education program or suspend the student from school may be appealed to the Board. The parent shall have an opportunity to participate in the proceeding before the Board. The student may be placed in an alternative education program pending the appeal to the Board. A request to address the Board to appeal a decision to remove a student shall be made in writing to the Superintendent within one school day after notice of central administrative hearing officer's decision. The Superintendent shall inform the parent that the matter will be placed on the agenda of the next Board meeting. The Board shall hear both sides of the issue and base its decision on the evidence. The Board's decision on a removal shall be final and may not be appealed.

Appeal Procedures for Expulsion

A decision by the building administrator to expel a student may be appealed to the central administrative hearing officer. A student may be denied the privileges of the home campus pending appeal of an expulsion. A request to appeal a decision of the building administrator to expel a student shall be made in writing to the central administrative hearing officer within one school day after a hearing with the building administrator. The central administrative hearing officer shall inform the parent of the date, time, and place for the hearing. The central administrative hearing officer's decision to uphold the building administrator's decision to expel a student may be appealed to the Board. The student may be denied the privileges of the home campus pending appeal of an expulsion. Request for a Board hearing to appeal a decision to expel a student shall be made in writing to the Superintendent within one school day after receipt of written decision. The Superintendent shall provide the parent written notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing within five days of receipt of the appeal request. The Board shall conduct a hearing that complies with required due process for expulsion hearings and shall base its decision on the evidence presented at the hearing.

Notice to Authorities

The Superintendent shall mail a copy of the expulsion order to the student and the students parent or guardian. The building administrator shall mail a copy of the order of expulsion to the authorized officer at the juvenile court in Dallas, County.

Sanctions

Expelled students are prohibited from being on school grounds or attending school-related extracurricular activities during the period of expulsion, except by special permission. If a court orders a student who has been expelled to attend school as a condition of probation, the district shall readmit the student, but the student is not immune from suspension, removal to an alternative education program, or expulsion during the term of probation.

Appeal of Board's Decision

If a student appeals the Board's decision to expel, the student shall be expelled pending further appeals. No educational services shall be provided, except as determined by the ARD committee for handicapped students. The Board's decision may be appealed by trial de novo to a state district court in the county in which the district's central administrative offices are located.

Hats

Hats are no allowed inside the building. Wearing a hat in the halls or classrooms may result in a detention.

Tobacco Use

Student use or possession of any tobacco product is not permitted on the school premises or at school-related functions (Board Policy FNCD (Local)).

Detentions

For minor infractions of the Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct. or other policies and regulations, teachers and building administrators may have the student serve detentions before or after school hours.

Corporal Punishment

Corporal punishment is permitted in order to preserve an effective educational environment, free from disruption. Corporal punishment shall be reasonable and moderate and may not be administered maliciously or for the purpose of revenge.

Use Of Metal Detectors

In order to maintain a safe school environment conductive to the educational process, the District shall use metal detectors to discover and deter violations of the District's policy prohibiting weapons.

Lock Down

As part of each campus security plan, the principal or a designee will alert the staff that the campus should implement lock-down procedures if necessary for the safety of the students and staff.

Use Of Trained Dogs

The District shall use specially trained, non-aggressive dogs to sniff out and alert to the current presence of concealed prohibited items, illicit substances defined in FNCF (LEGAL), and alcohol.

Student Dress Code

Good taste, safety, health, and an atmosphere conducive to learning will determine our policy on school dress and grooming at Rowlett High School. The following guidelines come from GISD and will be followed at Rowlett High School.

Students may NOT wear:

apparel, tattoos, or message buttons that advertise, represent, suggest, or depict the following:

The following guidelines shall be followed in the Garland Independent School District:

Shorts of a modest length and loose fitting and hemmed may be worn by students as designated by the building principal.
Dresses or skirts should be of modest length and fit.
Students will not be permitted to wear see-through clothing or have midriffs exposed.
Shoes must be worn. Taps, metal plates, or cleats on shoes will not be permitted.
Clothing normally considered as undergarments cannot be worn as shirts.
Extremely sloppy or torn clothing will not be permitted.
Students will be required to wear their hair above the eyes, well-groomed, and clean at all times, and extreme modes of hair design and color will not be allowed.
Facial hair such as beards, mustaches, and goatees will not be permitted. Dermatological conditions will be considered.
Sponsors of extracurricular activities may set individual dress and appearance standards with the approval of the principal.
Male students will not be permitted to wear earrings or make-up.
Apparel that advertises or depicts alcohol, drugs, nudity, tobacco products, satanic themes, gang membership, obscene language, obscene graphics, and/or phrases that are offensive to others will not be permitted.
Hats or caps should not be worn in the school building.
Body piercing is not allowed.
Any disruptive or distractive mode of clothing or appearance that adversely impacts the educational process is not acceptable.
Tattoos may be required to be covered (principal or his/her designee's discretion).
The final decision in determining appropriate dress and appearance shall rest with the teacher and the principal or assistant principal.
Failure to adhere to the established dress and appearance codes may result in disciplinary action.

Fighting

One of our Goals at RHS is to help our students to become successful adults. Successful adults do not handle problem by fighting. As young adults, we expects our students to address their problems in an appropriate manner. There are nearly 2600 students at RHS this year. There are going to be conflicts and misunderstandings. But, every student has the power to deal with those conflicts either appropriately or inappropriately. Our goal is to have zero fights this year, and we believe we will meet this goal. Here are the consequences students should understand they will receive if they are part of a fight at RHS, and this includes a disruptive Verbal fight as well.

3 day suspension
RAC upon your return until you convince the Principal you have solved the problem
No PEP rallies or Assemblies, for the remainder of the year, or until you are cleared
No unsupervised social time. This means 1) you will report to the office the moment you arrive on campus and will stay there until 7:25, and 2) you will eat lunch in hall sweep.
If you are having a conflict with someone, report this to the office, and we will allow you to meet the person privately to solve the problem. If you get in a fight, and the above consequences go into effect, you won't return to class or restore your privileges until the problem is solved, so you might as well do this before it gets to the point of a verbal, or physical fight.
Remember too that a fight is a chaotic situation, and once started you have no control over how much it might escalate. Serious disruption of school operation will lead to removal to the Alternative Education Program.
We are ready to help you if you need it. But we are also ready to deliver the consequences to those that show so little respect for this school and its body to disrupt the learning environment.

Responsibilities of Parents

Throughout this plan, "parents" include single parent, legal guardian, or person having lawful control of the student.

Parents have the responsibility to:

Make every effort to provide for the physical needs of the child.
Encourage and lead the child to develop proper study habits at home.
Teach the child to pay attention and obey the rules.
Be sure their child attends school regularly and promptly report and explain absences and tardies to the school.
Participate in meaningful parent-teacher conferences to discuss their child's school progress and welfare.
Attend parent training workshops for home reinforcement of study skills and specific curriculum objectives.
Keep informed of school policies and academic requirements of school programs.
Participate in school-related organizations.
Be sure their child is appropriately dressed at school and school-related activities.
Discuss report cards and school assignments with their child.
Bring to attention of school authorities any learning problem or condition that may relate to their child's education.
Maintain up-to-date home, work, and emergency telephone numbers and other pertinent information at the school.
Cooperate with school administrators and teachers.
Be sure their child attends school tutorials when required or as the need arises.
Submit a signed statement that they understand and consent to the responsibilities outlined in this plan.
Control their child. Under Family Code §33.01, a student's parent is legally liable for property damage proximately caused by
A) the negligent conduct of the student if such conduct is reasonably attributable to the negligent failure of the parent to exercise that duty, or
B) the willful or malicious conduct of a student who is at least 12 but under 18 years of age.

Responsibilities of Students

All students are entitled to enjoy the basic rights of citizenship recognized and protected by law for persons of their age and maturity. Garland schools shall foster a climate of mutual respect for the rights of others. Each student is expected to respect the rights and privileges of other students, teachers, and district staff. Students shall exercise their rights responsibly, in compliance with rules established for the orderly conduct of the district's educational mission. The district's rules of conduct and discipline are established to achieve and maintain order in the school. Students who violate the rights of others or who violate district or school rules shall be subject to disciplinary measures designed to correct the misconduct and to promote adherence by all students to the responsibilities of citizens in the school community.

Student responsibilities for achieving a positive learning environment at school or school-related activities shall include:

Exhibiting respect toward others.
Conducting themselves in a responsible manner.
Being prepared for each class with appropriate materials and assignments.
Attending all classes regularly and on time.
Being properly attired.
Paying required fees and fines unless they are waived.
Refraining from violations of the code of student conduct.
Obeying all school rules, including safety rules.
Seeking changes in school policies and regulations in an orderly and responsible manner through appropriate channels.
Cooperating with staff in investigation of disciplinary cases and volunteering information when the student has knowledge relating to a serious offense.
Being responsible for textbooks issued to him/her and returning them in good condition.

Rules of School Spirit

Be courteous to one and all - students and teachers alike.
Do not downgrade your school, the students, or new traditions.
Do not display unbecoming conduct or use profane language at any time, especially when we have visitors attending our pep rallies or athletic contests.
Always support your team, whether it wins or loses.
Above all have a deep respect for the pride in all that Rowlett High School represents. Our school can only be as good as we, the students, make it.

School Manners

In The Halls:

Move to the right and keep moving; do not block halls by gathering in large groups.
Watch where you are going and avoid collisions. Good manners require that you apologize if you bump someone.
Don't shout - Converse quietly.
Keep your locker clean and closed. Do not close your locker by kicking the door.
Do not share lockers.
Help keep the halls clean by placing all wastepaper and trash in the proper receptacles. Food and drink are not to be brought into the carpeted sections of the building at any time.
Do not deface or mutilate the walls of your halls, classrooms, restrooms, or cafeteria. Pride in your school building and grounds is an essential part of school spirit.
Do not publicly and physically display affection.

In The Classroom:

Go at once to your desk when you enter the room. Be orderly, even if your teacher is not in the room.
Give courteous attention when a student chairperson presides. Remember that you will need the assistance of your fellow students when it is your time to preside.
Tardies will be handled by the individual teacher in accordance with school policy.
Be prepared to begin class work at once without having to borrow a pencil, paper, books, or other needed materials.
Speak clearly and distinctly so that everyone in the class may hear.
Do not interrupt a teacher or student by "butting-in" or waving your hand in the air for attention.
Never make fun of another's mistakes.
Wait your turn if the teacher is busy. Do not crowd around the teacher's desk.
Accept criticism graciously. Refrain from answering back with discourtesy.
Do not litter the room with paper or trash. Wait until the end of the period and drop it into the wastebasket.
Exercise good manners when leaving the room.
Students are not permitted to chew gum or eat candy when sitting in class.
Help to keep the walls clean. Do not brush up against them or put your feet on them.


	Rules and Regulations GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES-DUE PROCESS-STUDENTS The Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee is responsible for the interpretation and administration of disciplinary procedures as defined in the Statement of Policy of the Board of Trustees. The building principals are responsible for the interpretation and administration of disciplinary procedures within their school and for informing students or parents of the due process hearings and appeal procedures as defined by policies of the Board of Trustees and regulations. Students of the Garland Independent School District who seek relief from policies, procedure, or administrative decisions which in their opinion impose personal hardships, unreasonable convenience, or unsatisfactory conditions, shall adhere to the same hearing and appeal procedure as provided hereinafter for removal to alternative education programs, suspensions, and expulsions. Disciplinary action of any nature should be preceded by careful study of the violation and contributing factors leading to the deviation from acceptable behavior, and consideration should be given to the various available alternative types of punishment. The rights of the student are applicable to the student and/or parent, guardian, or other persons standing in loco parentis, if the student is under 18 years old. In most instances, a student should not be suspended from school for more than three (3) school days at one time. A student suspended from his or her regular classes will receive an excused absence if the student satisfactorily completes the assignments for the period of suspension within a time designated by the teacher. A grade adjustment shall be imposed on work made up for a period of suspension according to Board policy. This policy states that when a student returns to school following a suspension, all assignments and tests must be made up in a reasonable period of time not to exceed five days and that 30 points will be deducted from each assignment or test. Students who are expelled will not receive credit for work missed during expulsion. Handicapped students will receive educational services during expulsion as determined by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. At all hearings and conferences, the student shall have the right to present evidence and cross examine witnesses. At the Central Administration level Board of Trustees level for which provision is hereinafter made, the student shall additionally have the right to be represented by counsel. Appeal Procedures for suspension or removal to Alternative Program The administrator's decision to remove a student to an alternative program or suspend the student from school may be appealed to the central administrative hearing officer, Mr. Jerry Halpin, P.O. Box 469026, Garland Texas 5046-9026, (214) 494-8255. The parent may request that the student be placed in an alternative education program pending the appeal to the central administrative hearing officer. A request to appeal a decision of the building administrator to remove a student shall be made in writing to the central administrative hearing officer within one school day after a conference with the building administrator. The central administrative hearing office shall inform the parent of the date, time, and place for the hearing. Handicapped students may not be removed for more than ten (10) consecutive school days without ARD Committee action, pending appeal to the Board. During an appeal to a special education hearing officer, the student shall remain in current classes, unless the district and parent agree otherwise, or the school must obtain immediate injunctive relief from a state or federal court in order to remove the student for more than ten consecutive days. The central administrative hearing officer's decision to uphold the building administrator's decision to remove a student to an alternative education program or suspend the student from school may be appealed to the Board. The parent shall have an opportunity to participate in the proceeding before the Board. The student may be placed in an alternative education program pending the appeal to the Board. A request to address the Board to appeal a decision to remove a student shall be made in writing to the Superintendent within one school day after notice of central administrative hearing officer's decision. The Superintendent shall inform the parent that the matter will be placed on the agenda of the next Board meeting. The Board shall hear both sides of the issue and base its decision on the evidence. The Board's decision on a removal shall be final and may not be appealed. Appeal Procedures for Expulsion A decision by the building administrator to expel a student may be appealed to the central administrative hearing officer. A student may be denied the privileges of the home campus pending appeal of an expulsion. A request to appeal a decision of the building administrator to expel a student shall be made in writing to the central administrative hearing officer within one school day after a hearing with the building administrator. The central administrative hearing officer shall inform the parent of the date, time, and place for the hearing. The central administrative hearing officer's decision to uphold the building administrator's decision to expel a student may be appealed to the Board. The student may be denied the privileges of the home campus pending appeal of an expulsion. Request for a Board hearing to appeal a decision to expel a student shall be made in writing to the Superintendent within one school day after receipt of written decision. The Superintendent shall provide the parent written notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing within five days of receipt of the appeal request. The Board shall conduct a hearing that complies with required due process for expulsion hearings and shall base its decision on the evidence presented at the hearing. Notice to Authorities The Superintendent shall mail a copy of the expulsion order to the student and the students parent or guardian. The building administrator shall mail a copy of the order of expulsion to the authorized officer at the juvenile court in Dallas, County. Sanctions Expelled students are prohibited from being on school grounds or attending school-related extracurricular activities during the period of expulsion, except by special permission. If a court orders a student who has been expelled to attend school as a condition of probation, the district shall readmit the student, but the student is not immune from suspension, removal to an alternative education program, or expulsion during the term of probation. Appeal of Board's Decision If a student appeals the Board's decision to expel, the student shall be expelled pending further appeals. No educational services shall be provided, except as determined by the ARD committee for handicapped students. The Board's decision may be appealed by trial de novo to a state district court in the county in which the district's central administrative offices are located. Hats Hats are no allowed inside the building. Wearing a hat in the halls or classrooms may result in a detention. Tobacco Use Student use or possession of any tobacco product is not permitted on the school premises or at school-related functions (Board Policy FNCD (Local)). Detentions For minor infractions of the Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct. or other policies and regulations, teachers and building administrators may have the student serve detentions before or after school hours. Corporal Punishment Corporal punishment is permitted in order to preserve an effective educational environment, free from disruption. Corporal punishment shall be reasonable and moderate and may not be administered maliciously or for the purpose of revenge. Use Of Metal Detectors In order to maintain a safe school environment conductive to the educational process, the District shall use metal detectors to discover and deter violations of the District's policy prohibiting weapons. Lock Down As part of each campus security plan, the principal or a designee will alert the staff that the campus should implement lock-down procedures if necessary for the safety of the students and staff. Use Of Trained Dogs The District shall use specially trained, non-aggressive dogs to sniff out and alert to the current presence of concealed prohibited items, illicit substances defined in FNCF (LEGAL), and alcohol. Student Dress Code Good taste, safety, health, and an atmosphere conducive to learning will determine our policy on school dress and grooming at Rowlett High School. The following guidelines come from GISD and will be followed at Rowlett High School. Students may NOT wear: apparel, tattoos, or message buttons that advertise, represent, suggest, or depict the following: The following guidelines shall be followed in the Garland Independent School District: Shorts of a modest length and loose fitting and hemmed may be worn by students as designated by the building principal. Dresses or skirts should be of modest length and fit. Students will not be permitted to wear see-through clothing or have midriffs exposed. Shoes must be worn. Taps, metal plates, or cleats on shoes will not be permitted. Clothing normally considered as undergarments cannot be worn as shirts. Extremely sloppy or torn clothing will not be permitted. Students will be required to wear their hair above the eyes, well-groomed, and clean at all times, and extreme modes of hair design and color will not be allowed. Facial hair such as beards, mustaches, and goatees will not be permitted. Dermatological conditions will be considered. Sponsors of extracurricular activities may set individual dress and appearance standards with the approval of the principal. Male students will not be permitted to wear earrings or make-up. Apparel that advertises or depicts alcohol, drugs, nudity, tobacco products, satanic themes, gang membership, obscene language, obscene graphics, and/or phrases that are offensive to others will not be permitted. Hats or caps should not be worn in the school building. Body piercing is not allowed. Any disruptive or distractive mode of clothing or appearance that adversely impacts the educational process is not acceptable. Tattoos may be required to be covered (principal or his/her designee's discretion). The final decision in determining appropriate dress and appearance shall rest with the teacher and the principal or assistant principal. Failure to adhere to the established dress and appearance codes may result in disciplinary action. Fighting One of our Goals at RHS is to help our students to become successful adults. Successful adults do not handle problem by fighting. As young adults, we expects our students to address their problems in an appropriate manner. There are nearly 2600 students at RHS this year. There are going to be conflicts and misunderstandings. But, every student has the power to deal with those conflicts either appropriately or inappropriately. Our goal is to have zero fights this year, and we believe we will meet this goal. Here are the consequences students should understand they will receive if they are part of a fight at RHS, and this includes a disruptive Verbal fight as well. 3 day suspension RAC upon your return until you convince the Principal you have solved the problem No PEP rallies or Assemblies, for the remainder of the year, or until you are cleared No unsupervised social time. This means 1) you will report to the office the moment you arrive on campus and will stay there until 7:25, and 2) you will eat lunch in hall sweep. If you are having a conflict with someone, report this to the office, and we will allow you to meet the person privately to solve the problem. If you get in a fight, and the above consequences go into effect, you won't return to class or restore your privileges until the problem is solved, so you might as well do this before it gets to the point of a verbal, or physical fight. Remember too that a fight is a chaotic situation, and once started you have no control over how much it might escalate. Serious disruption of school operation will lead to removal to the Alternative Education Program. We are ready to help you if you need it. But we are also ready to deliver the consequences to those that show so little respect for this school and its body to disrupt the learning environment. Responsibilities of Parents Throughout this plan, "parents" include single parent, legal guardian, or person having lawful control of the student. Parents have the responsibility to: Make every effort to provide for the physical needs of the child. Encourage and lead the child to develop proper study habits at home. Teach the child to pay attention and obey the rules. Be sure their child attends school regularly and promptly report and explain absences and tardies to the school. Participate in meaningful parent-teacher conferences to discuss their child's school progress and welfare. Attend parent training workshops for home reinforcement of study skills and specific curriculum objectives. Keep informed of school policies and academic requirements of school programs. Participate in school-related organizations. Be sure their child is appropriately dressed at school and school-related activities. Discuss report cards and school assignments with their child. Bring to attention of school authorities any learning problem or condition that may relate to their child's education. Maintain up-to-date home, work, and emergency telephone numbers and other pertinent information at the school. Cooperate with school administrators and teachers. Be sure their child attends school tutorials when required or as the need arises. Submit a signed statement that they understand and consent to the responsibilities outlined in this plan. Control their child. Under Family Code §33.01, a student's parent is legally liable for property damage proximately caused by A) the negligent conduct of the student if such conduct is reasonably attributable to the negligent failure of the parent to exercise that duty, or B) the willful or malicious conduct of a student who is at least 12 but under 18 years of age. Responsibilities of Students All students are entitled to enjoy the basic rights of citizenship recognized and protected by law for persons of their age and maturity. Garland schools shall foster a climate of mutual respect for the rights of others. Each student is expected to respect the rights and privileges of other students, teachers, and district staff. Students shall exercise their rights responsibly, in compliance with rules established for the orderly conduct of the district's educational mission. The district's rules of conduct and discipline are established to achieve and maintain order in the school. Students who violate the rights of others or who violate district or school rules shall be subject to disciplinary measures designed to correct the misconduct and to promote adherence by all students to the responsibilities of citizens in the school community. Student responsibilities for achieving a positive learning environment at school or school-related activities shall include: Exhibiting respect toward others. Conducting themselves in a responsible manner. Being prepared for each class with appropriate materials and assignments. Attending all classes regularly and on time. Being properly attired. Paying required fees and fines unless they are waived. Refraining from violations of the code of student conduct. Obeying all school rules, including safety rules. Seeking changes in school policies and regulations in an orderly and responsible manner through appropriate channels. Cooperating with staff in investigation of disciplinary cases and volunteering information when the student has knowledge relating to a serious offense. Being responsible for textbooks issued to him/her and returning them in good condition. Rules of School Spirit Be courteous to one and all - students and teachers alike. Do not downgrade your school, the students, or new traditions. Do not display unbecoming conduct or use profane language at any time, especially when we have visitors attending our pep rallies or athletic contests. Always support your team, whether it wins or loses. Above all have a deep respect for the pride in all that Rowlett High School represents. Our school can only be as good as we, the students, make it. School Manners In The Halls: Move to the right and keep moving; do not block halls by gathering in large groups. Watch where you are going and avoid collisions. Good manners require that you apologize if you bump someone. Don't shout - Converse quietly. Keep your locker clean and closed. Do not close your locker by kicking the door. Do not share lockers. Help keep the halls clean by placing all wastepaper and trash in the proper receptacles. Food and drink are not to be brought into the carpeted sections of the building at any time. Do not deface or mutilate the walls of your halls, classrooms, restrooms, or cafeteria. Pride in your school building and grounds is an essential part of school spirit. Do not publicly and physically display affection. In The Classroom: Go at once to your desk when you enter the room. Be orderly, even if your teacher is not in the room. Give courteous attention when a student chairperson presides. Remember that you will need the assistance of your fellow students when it is your time to preside. Tardies will be handled by the individual teacher in accordance with school policy. Be prepared to begin class work at once without having to borrow a pencil, paper, books, or other needed materials. Speak clearly and distinctly so that everyone in the class may hear. Do not interrupt a teacher or student by "butting-in" or waving your hand in the air for attention. Never make fun of another's mistakes. Wait your turn if the teacher is busy. Do not crowd around the teacher's desk. Accept criticism graciously. Refrain from answering back with discourtesy. Do not litter the room with paper or trash. Wait until the end of the period and drop it into the wastebasket. Exercise good manners when leaving the room. Students are not permitted to chew gum or eat candy when sitting in class. Help to keep the walls clean. Do not brush up against them or put your feet on them. Last Updated: April 2, 2004 For more information about this website, contact the Webmaster. ©Copyright 2007 - Garland Independent School District - All rights reserved.
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