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POLICY NOTIFICATION
It is the policy of the McLoud Schools to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age,
qualified handicap, or veteran status in its education programs and activities. This includes, but is not limited to, admission,
education services, financial aid, and employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
McLoud Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy
Scouts and other designated youth groups. For information concerning this policy,
contact Rob Griffin (405) 964-3314 x 6296, or P.O. Box 240, McLoud, OK 74851
MOMENT OF SILENCE
Pursuant to Senate Bill 815: “The board of education of each school district shall ensure that the public schools within the district
observe approximately one minute of silence each day for the purpose of allowing each student, in the exercise of his or her
individual choice, to reflect, meditate, pray, or engage in any other silent activity that does not interfere with, or impede other
students in the exercise of their individual choices.”
IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS
TITLE 70, Section 1210.191, Oklahoma Statutes, 1970:
“Rules & Regulations for Immunization for School Children,” As Amended June 1976
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
The law requires that parents or guardian of all minor children in grades pre-K through the twelfth grade for all public, parochial,
or private schools in the State of Oklahoma present a certificate of required immunization upon school entry.
PLEASE READ THE BULLETS BELOW FOR ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Childcare
Pre school-
Pre KG
KG – 6
th
7
th
8 – 12th
4 DTaP
4 DTaP
5
DTP/DtaP***
5 DTP/DTaP***
& 1 Tdap
booster
5 DTP/DTaP
1 4 PCV*
Not required for school
3 Polio
3 Polio
4 Polio ****
4 Polio ****
4 Polio ****
1 MMR
1 MMR
1 MMR
1 MMR
1 MMR
1 -4 Hib*
& **
Not required for school
3 Hep B
3 Hep B
3 Hep B
3 Hep B*****
3 Hep B*****
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2 Hep A
2 Hep A
2 Hep A
2 Hep A
2 Hep A
1 Varicella
1 Varicella
1 Varicella
1 Varicella
1 Varicella
*The number of doses of PCV and or Hib may range from 1 to 4 depending on the age of the child when the first dose is received
** Children may be complete with three (3) or four (4) doses depending on the brand of Hib vaccine used.
*** If the 4
th
dose of DTP/DTaP is administered on or after the child’s 4
th
birthday, then the 5
th
dose of DTP/DTaP is not required.
**** If the 3
rd
dose of Polio is administered on or after the child’s 4
th
birthday, the the 4
th
dose of Polio is not required.
***** Previously unimmunized adolescents 11 through 15 years of age may receive a two (2) dose series of Merk Adult Hepatitis
B vaccine to comply with this requirement. All other children (younger or older) must receive three (3) doses of Hepatitis B
vaccine.
• The table above lists the vaccines that are required for children to attend childcare, preschool, kindergarten through
twelfth grade. Additional vaccines may be recommended but are not required. For example a 2nd dose of varicella
vaccine is recommended before entering kindergarten, but not required by Oklahoma law.
• Children attending licensed childcare facilities must be up-to-date for their age for the vaccines listed.
• All measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), varicella and hepatitis A vaccine doses must be administered on or after the
child’s first birthday (or within 4 days before the birthday.
• For doses given on or after January 1, 2003, the 5th dose of DTaP must be given on or after the 4th birthday or within 4
days before the 4th birthday. This rule does not apply to doses given before 2003.
• A parental history of a child having varicella (chickenpox) disease is acceptable in lieu of varicella vaccine.
• Hib and PCV vaccines are not require for students in pre-school, pre-kindergarten or kindergarten programs operated
by schools.
• It is not necessary to restart the series of any vaccine if the next dose due was not given on schedule because longer
than recommended time intervals between doses does not effect final immunity.
• Children may be allowed to attend school if they have received the first dose in the series of any multi-dose vaccine but
must complete the series on schedule. These children are “in the process of receiving” immunizations.
For further immunization information please call the Immunization Service at 405-271-4073 or 1-800-234-6196 or visit our
website at http://imm.health.ok.gov
The official certification or immunization record card, ODH218B, is distributed by the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
Other certification forms are acceptable only if they have the type and date of immunization given. The signature of a licensed
physician or authorized representative of the State or local health department is required.
Releases from these immunization requirements by parental request, religious reasons, or due to health are acceptable. Forms
for these releases may be obtained at the principal’s office. New students are to bring immunization records when enrolling.
MENINGOCOCCAL DISEASE
What is meningococcal disease?
Meningococcal (men-IN-jo-kok-ul) disease is a rare but sometimes fatal disease caused by a bacterium called Neisseria
meningitidis. The disease causes either meningitis, severe swelling of the brain and spinal cord, or meningococcemia, a serious
infection of the blood.
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Who is at risk from meningococcal disease?
Although the risk is extremely low, disease does occur. Babies less than a year old have the highest risk for meningococcal
disease, but no vaccine is available to protect them.
Teenagers and young adults, aged 15 to 22 years, are at increased risk because of behaviors that spread the disease. On
average two to three people in this age group get meningococcal disease every year in Oklahoma. More than half of these could
be prevented by vaccine.
College freshmen living in dormitories have a greater chance of contracting the disease than other persons of their age. Others
at increased risk are those with immune system problems, without a spleen, and traveling to parts of the world where the disease
is more common.
How is the disease spread?
The disease is spread by droplets in the air and direct contact with someone who is infected. That includes coughing or
sneezing, kissing, sharing a water bottle or drinking glass, sharing cigarettes, lipstick, lip-balm-anything an infected person
touches with his or her mouth.
Is meningococcal disease dangerous?
Yes, every year in the United States about 2,500 people are infected and about 300 people a year die, in spite of treatment with
antibiotics. Of those who live, about 400 a year lose their arms or legs, become deaf, have problems with their nervous systems,
become mentally retarded, or suffer seizures or strokes. This is why preventing the disease is important. If your child has
symptoms of meningococcal disease contact your health-care provider immediately.
Signs and Symptoms of Meningitis
• Headaches
• Fever
• Chills
• Stiff neck
• Extreme tiredness
• Vomiting
• Sensitivity to light
• Rash of small purplish black-red dots
How can meningococcal disease be prevented?
Vaccines can prevent many types of meningococcal disease, but not all types. There are two vaccines available in the United
States that protect against four of the five most common strains of the meningococcal bacteria. The newest vaccine, called
Menactra, or MCV4, is currently available for:
• Adolescents entering high school (15 years of age),
• College freshmen who live in dormitories
• Other people at high risk 11-through 55-years- of-age.
There is a shortage of both vaccines because the company that makes the vaccines has not been able to keep up with the
demand; therefore, it may be difficult to get the vaccine. However, healthcare providers are saving the vaccine for these groups.
The earlier vaccine, called Menomune or MPSV4, was effective in older children and teenagers but booster does were needed
every three to five years. The new vaccine protects against the same types of meningococcal bacteria and probably will not
require booster doses. MPSV4 is still used for children 2-through 10-years-old and adults over 55 who are at risk.
Teenagers and young adults can also reduce their risk by taking good care of themselves, by eating a balanced diet, getting
enough sleep and exercise, as well as avoiding cigarettes and alcohol.
HEADLICE
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McLoud Public Schools supports a no nit policy. Students with live head lice or nits will be sent home. Students sent home for
this problem will not be allowed to return to school without being seen by a health care professional (i.e., Health department
official or personal doctor) or may produce a label from an approved lice shampoo treatment bottle. Parents who produce a label
must bring their children to school and allow the nurse or office personnel to examine the student to make certain treatment has
been accomplished. If not treated the student will be returned home until the majority of the nits are gone and no live lice exist.
A note from a health care professional must state that no live lice exist on the student. In addition, nits must be combed free of
the hair.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
For a student to be eligible to enroll in McLoud Public Schools, he/she must be a legal resident of the McLoud School District,
with proof of residency on file, subject to verification by school officials, or have a legal transfer. Counselors may require
additional information and documentation. Any student found in violation of this requirement will be withdrawn from school.
ANNUAL NOTICE OF FERPA RIGHTS
On March 1, 1998, the School Board of McLoud Public Schools adopted a “Student Record Policies and Procedures” policy for
the school district. This policy is designed to meet the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). A
copy of this policy will be kept in the superintendent’s office and in each principal’s office. In the course of a child’s education, the
McLoud School District will keep records as deemed necessary to provide programs to meet his/her needs and interests.
A parent has the right to inspect and review any and all records, files, and data related to his/her child. These records will be
available for such review at any time during the regular school day. It is the right of the student’s parents or an eligible student to
seek to correct parts of the student’s educational record which he/she believes to be inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the
student’s rights. This right includes the right to a hearing to present evidence that the record should be changed if the district
decides not to alter it according to the parent or eligible student’s request. The procedure for this is part of the “Student Records
Policies and Procedures” policy.
It is the intent of the McLoud School District to limit the disclosure of the information contained in a student’s educational records
except: (1) by the prior written consent of the student’s parent or the eligible student, (2) as directory information, or (3) under
certain limited circumstances, as permitted by FERPA.
The McLoud School District proposes to designate the following personally identifiable information contained in a student’s
educational record as “directory information”, and it will disclose that information without prior written consent: (1) the student’s
name; (2) the names of the student’s parents; (3) the student’s date of birth; (4) the student’s class designation (i.e., first grade,
tenth grade etc.); (5) the student’s extra-curricular participation; (6) the student’s achievement awards or honors; (7) the students
weight and height, if a member of an athletic team; (8) the student’s photograph; and (9) the school or school district the student
attended before he or she enrolled in this school district.
Opt out provision – Upon request, military recruiters and institutions of higher learning shall have access to secondary students
names, addresses and telephone listings, unless an objection is made by the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s). The Building
Principal or designee shall notify parent(s)/guardian(s) that they may make this objection.
In case the parent of a student, a student or a former student who is 18 years old, or a citizen of the McLoud School District
believes that the district is violating the Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), that person has the right to file a complaint with
the U.S. Department of Education. The address is:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-4605
www.cd.gov/offices/OM/fpco
A translation will be provided for anyone not able to read and understand the policy or anyone not able to read and understand
English
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ACCIDENT INSURANCE
Accident insurance is available to all students at the start of the school year. We suggest you consider this coverage especially if
your family is not insured with a separate health policy. The school does not carry accident insurance on students.
NOTICE TO PARENTS REGARDING CHILD IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, SCREENING, AND EVALUATION
This notice is to inform parents of the child identification, location, screening, and evaluation activities to be conducted throughout
the year by the local school district in coordination with Oklahoma State Department of Education. Personally identifiable
information shall be collected and maintained in a confidential manner in carrying out the following activities:
REFERRAL
Preschool children ages three (3) through five (5) and students enrolled in Pre-K-12 who are suspected of having disabilities
which may require special and related services may be referred for screening and evaluation through the local schools. Local
school districts coordinate with the SoonerStart Early Intervention Program in referrals for identification and evaluation of infants
and toddlers who may be eligible for early intervention services from birth through two (2) years of age or for special education
and related services beginning at three (3) years of age. The Oklahoma Areawide Service Information System (OASIS), through
a toll free number (1-800-42-OASIS), also provides statewide information and referrals to local school and other service
providers.
SCREENING
Other screening activities may include: review of records and education history, interviews, observations, and specially
developed readiness or educational screening instruments.
Readiness Screening – Personally identifiable information is collected on all Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First grade students
participating in school wide readiness screenings to assess readiness for school. Results of the screening are made available to
parents or legal guardians, teachers, and school administrators. No child shall be educationally screened. whose parent or legal
guardian has filed written objection with the local school district.
Visual Screening – Visual screening is also recommended prior to entering Kindergarten. Please provide proof of visual
screening at the time of enrollment.
Educational Screening – Education screening includes procedures for the identification of children who may have special
learning needs and may be eligible for special education and related services. Each school district in the State provides
educational screening. No child shall be educationally screened whose parent or legal guardian has filed written objection with
the local school district.
· Pre-K, Kindergarten, First Grade students each year.
· Second through twelfth grade students shall be screened as needed or upon request of the parents, legal guardian, or
teacher.
· Students entering the public school system from another state or from within the state without previous educational
screening shall be educationally screened within 6 months of the date of such entry.
EVALUATION
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Evaluation means procedures used in accordance with Federal laws and regulations to determine whether a child has a disability
and the nature and extent of the special education and related services that the child needs. The term means procedures used
selectively with an individual child and does not include basic tests administered or procedures used with all children in a school,
grade or class. Written consent of the parent or legal guardian for such evaluation must be on file with the local school district
prior to any child receiving an initial evaluation for special education and related services purposes
Collection of Personally Identifiable Information
Educational records containing personally identifiable information collected by schools in the identification, location, screening,
and evaluation of children shall be maintained in accordance with Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the
Policies & Procedures for Special Education in Oklahoma. School districts develop and implement a local policy regarding the
collection, storage, disclosure, and destruction of confidential student records. Parents may obtain a copy of the local policy from
the local school district’s administrator.
These are the rights of parents and children regarding personally identifiable information in accordance with FERPA.
• To inspect the student’s educational records.
• To request the amendment of education records to ensure that they are not inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the
student’s privacy or other rights.
• To consent to disclosure education records, except where consent is not required to authorize disclosure.
• To file complaints with the Family Policy and Regulations Office, United States Department of Education, Washington,
D.C. 20202, concerning the alleged violations of the requirements of FERPA (34 CFR 99.1-99.67).
• To obtain a copy of the FERPA policy adopted by the local school district upon request being made to the local school
administrator.
Before any major identification, location, or evaluation schools shall provide notice to parents. Accommodations for other
languages or means of communications may be provided upon request. Such notice shall occur at least annually prior to
conducting these activities and shall include the rights of parents under FERPA.
For further information, contact Special Services Director, McLoud Public Schools, PO Box 240, McLoud, Ok 74851,
405-964-3314.
ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY
McLoud Public Schools has established an Alternative Education Academy. The academy will be operated under the guidelines
established by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Alternative Education Plan adopted by the McLoud Board
of Education.
Purpose:
The role of the academy is to provide an alternative education setting for those students whose educational needs are not met by
traditional educational services and assist them in completing high school.
Enrollment/Placement:
Applications and instructions for enrollment into the academy may be obtained from a secondary principal, secondary counselor,
or Alternative Education Coordinator. Placement in the academy will be based on an intake and screening process and the
availability of space. Enrollment will be limited to students age 12 to 21.
Participation in Activities:
Academy students will be allowed to participate in all activities, which their ISP (Individual Success Plan) will permit. They will be
allowed to receive all awards and recognition they have earned, this includes participation in graduation and receiving a diploma.
The exception for participation is for those students who are under suspension. They will not be allowed to participate until the
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terms of their suspension are met.
SATURDAY SCHOOL
McLoud Public Schools may provide a Saturday school on the Elementary campus and on the Secondary campus. Saturday
school will be for those students we feel need additional time or instruction for successful completion of school requirements and
students with excessive absences and excessive tardies. NO DISTRICT TRANSPORTATION WILL BE PROVIDED. PARENTS
MUST MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM SATURDAY SCHOOL.
For additional information students and parents should visit with their child’s school counselor. Any student may attend Saturday
school by having their parent call the appropriate office.
OKLAHOMA’S PROMISE
Students may apply for the Oklahoma’s Promise. To qualify for Oklahoma’s Promise, a student must: be an Oklahoma resident;
be the child of parents, custodians or guardians who earn less than $50,000 per year; graduate from an Oklahoma high school
that is accredited by the State Board of Education. Applications must be completed during the school year in the 8th, 9th, or 10th
grade year and be witnessed by the parent(s), custodian (s), or guardian(s), who agree to help the student comply with
Oklahoma’s Promise requirements. If all requirements are met, Oklahoma’s Promise will pay a student’s tuition. An application
may be obtained from the school counselor. Refer to the school counselor for classes which are necessary for Oklahoma’s
Promise eligibility.
DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
In an effort to encourage all students to plan their class loads so that they can achieve the best education possible, the
administration and faculty of McLoud High School have established two (2) diploma programs. Participation in either program is
voluntary. Completing the requirements in the program will earn the graduate either a STANDARD diploma or an HONORS
diploma.
STANDARD DIPLOMA
Under McLoud High School guidelines, all graduating seniors will be required to earn twenty-three (23) units. This diploma will
be issued to students who have earned at least the following:
Language Arts 4 units (1 per academic year)
English I
English II
English III
English IV
Mathematics 4 units (1 per academic year)
ACE Math
Algebra 1 *(state requirement)
Geometry
Algebra 2
Math of Money with Algebra
Trigonometry/Pre Calculus
AP Calculus
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Science 3 units
Physical Science (9
th
grade requirement)
Biology * (state requirement)
Botany
Chemistry
Zoology
Anatomy
Animal Science
Horticulture
Agriculture Education 1
Social Studies 4 units (1 per academic year)
US Government
Oklahoma History
United States History
*World History-one unit of World
History may be replaced by Junior
Senior level Art, Ag, Family
Consumer Science, and other
Classes approved by the Principal
The Arts &, nbsp; 2 units
Art 1-4, Performing Arts/Theater 1-4,
Band 1-4, Dance, Music Appreciation, Stagecraft
Electives 6 units
The remaining units are selected based on student needs and interest.
TOTAL 23 units
HONORS DIPLOMA
When a student and his parents , feel t, hat a student is capable of meeting more than the standard graduating requirements –
that he/she can excel and should therefore be challenged – he/she can voluntarily enter the HONORS PROGRAM.
After the student has finished the requirements for the HONORS program, he/she will receive recognition by a gold seal on
his/her diploma. His/her transcript will also reflect that he/she has completed an advanced study course curriculum.
To receive a McLoud Honors Diploma, a student must take a college entrance program, maintain a 3.25 GPA on a 4.0 scale,have
no grades lower than C, take a minimum of 2 AP or Honors classes, have a satisfactory or higher score on state required End of
Instruction tests, and complete twenty-three (23) units.
This diploma will be issued to students who have earned at least the following:
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Language Arts 4 units(1 per academic year)
English I or Honors English I
English II or Honors English II
English III or AP English III
English IV or AP English IV
Mathematics 4 units (1 per academic year)
Algebra 1 (* state requirement)
Algebra 2
Geometry
Trigonometry
Pre Calculus
AP Calculus
Laboratory Science 4 units
Physical Science(9th grade requirement)
Biology (* state requirement)
Or Honors Biology
AP Biology
Chemistry
Physics AP
Botany
Anatomy/Physiology
Zoology
Social Studies 4 units (1 per academic year)
1 unit of US Government or Honors US Government
1 unit of United States History or AP US History
*1 unit of World History or AP World History-one unit of World History or AP World History may be replaced by Junior/Senior level
Art, Ag, Family Consumer Science, and other classes approved by the Principal
1 unit of Oklahoma History or Honors Oklahoma History
Arts 1 unit from the following:
Art 1-4, Performing Arts/Theater 1-4, Band 1-4, Dance, Music Appreciation, Stagecraft
Recommended 2 units of the same subject
Foreign Language or Computer Technology
To meet the requirements of twenty-three units, the remaining (four (4) units for the high school Honors Diploma are selected
based on student needs and interests.
Those students enrolled in the PreEngineering program at Gordon Cooper Vo-Tech will have Honors Algebra 2, Honors
Chemistry, Honors Physics and Honors PreCalculus.
EOI TESTING AND YOUR STUDENT
The Oklahoma School Testing Program (Title 70 O.S. Section 1210.508 and Federal Public Law 107-110) requires all students in
Oklahoma Public High Schools to be tested in End of Instruction (EOI) courses as the student completes the course. Currently, if
a student completes the course during the school year, they are tested in Algebra 1, Algebra II, English II, English III, Biology, US
History, and Geometry. These tests are required by law to be posted to their final transcript in order for the student to receive a
diploma. Beginning with the 2012 graduating class (entered 9
th
grade in the 2008-2009 school year) student must score
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satisfactory/proficient/advanced on at least 4 of the 7 EOI tests. All students must score a proficient or above on Algebra I and
English II EOI tests. Alternate projects may be authorized for students who fail the Algebra I and/or English II EOI tests. You can
read more about the EOI tests at the Oklahoma State Department of Education website:
http://www.sde.state.ok.us/Curriculum
/ACE/default.;html#Testing
.
PROFICIENCY BASED PROMOTION
Students may earn credit based on proficiency assessment. Proficiency will be demonstrated by an assessment or evaluation
that is appropriate to the curriculum area. Students demonstrating proficiency in a set of competencies at the 90% level, shall be
advanced to the next level in the appropriate curriculum area and receive a grading mark of “P”. A mark of “P” will be neutral in
computing grade point averages.
The decision to allow proficiency-based promotion will take into consideration such factors as social, emotional, physical and
mental growth.
The school will confer with the student’s parents/guardians in making such promotional/acceleration decisions.
Students interested in proficiency promotion should give their counselor written notification three (3) weeks prior to each term’s
end. Tests will be given the last week of each term.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Through a cooperative agreement, a program of Dual Enrollment has been devised. Under this plan, students who are
accelerated or who may otherwise benefit from programs offered at either the junior or senior high schools may be enrolled at
both sites. Such enrollment is not automatic and would be based on the counselor’s recommendation. Dual enrollment in a high
school class would result in High School credit if applicable and would not interfere with existing graduation requirements.
GRADUATION EXERCISES
In keeping with traditional commencement exercises, students will be expected to comply with the following graduation policy.
Graduation exercises will be held at the end of each year for high school seniors. STUDENTS WHO NEED MORE THAN ONE
UNIT FOR GRADUATION WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GRADUATION EXERCISES.
(Regulation J – Page 79 of the Administrator’s Handbook for Elementary, Middle, Junior High and High Schools – State of
Oklahoma Department of Education).
All male students will wear dress pants, a shirt with a collar, tie and dress shoes/boots. All girls will wear dresses, and dress
shoes. If a student chooses not to wear appropriate dress, he/she will still receive a diploma, but will not be eligible to participate
in the ceremony. Any senior who chooses to participate in graduation exercises must notify the senior sponsor by April 1 and
he/she will be required to participate in graduation and baccalaureate practice.
In order to protect the social and physical, as well as the intellectual maturity of the pupil, it is advisable that the student have four
(4) years experience in a four-year high school. In exceptional cases (pregn, ancy, sickness or economic reasons) pupils may be
allowed to graduate in less than the time specified above, provided that adequate guidance procedures have been followed and
that the student meets all local and state graduation requirements. This must be approved in all cases by the administration.
ACADEMIC RANKING
The senior student with the top academic rank for the seven term period, commencing with the first term ninth grade through first
term twelfth grade will be the valedictorian(s). The student with the second highest academic rank will be the salutatorian(s).
The three part ranking system will be as follows:
· Part I – GPA through the first seven semesters on 4.000 grading scale.
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· Part II – AP Bonus. Students that take AP courses will be awarded a bonus of .5 for a grade of A or B and a bonus of .5 for a
score of 3 or 4 and 1.0 for a score of 5, to be used in the calculation of Part 1 GPA.
· Part III – ACT. The student’s highest composite score received by the school before January 1 of the student’s senior year
divided by 9. The valedictorian and salutatorian will be the speakers at graduation.
For students to be eligible for valedictorian or salutatorian, they must be enrolled in the McLoud Honors Diploma Program and
must be enrolled in four (4) classes per term or be concurrently enrolled in college courses. In determining final grade point
averages, only grades of full credit courses will be included.
Valedictorians/salutatorians will be selected at the end of seven (7) terms based on a 4.0 grading scale.
TEACHER REQUEST Pre-K - 6
Parental request will be accepted from the first school day of April through the end of the current school term. All requests will be
considered, but please keep in mind that this is only a request. Teachers and students are subject to assignment
depending on district needs. Every consideration will be given to parental requests, but there is no guarantee your student will
be assigned to the room requested due to various school needs. Forms may be picked up in Pre-K-3 or 4-6 offices. (Board
approved 5-02)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR McLOUD HIGH SCHOOL
For a student to enter McLoud High School, he/she must have successfully completed a seventh and eighth grade program of
study. Successfully completed means passing all required courses (Math, Science, English, Social Studies,Reading) for both the
seventh and eighth grade years.
GRADING SYSTEM
The grading system is based upon the total number of points accumulated during a nine-week period for Elementary and the full
term for Secondary. Teachers will record a minimum of two (2) grades per week per subject/section taught. All letter grades may
be determined in relation to the highest total achieved by any student in the class.
The letter grades A, B, C, D, F and I will be used to indicate the level of achievement of all students at McLoud High School. “I”
or incomplete, may not be given for the progress reporting periods. Each teacher will set a deadline for an “I” to be made up.
When the grade is changed, the new grade will replace the “I”. No incomplete grades may be given for the semester grades or
end of year grade unless approved by an administrator. If approved by the principal an S or U or P may be used in specific
course.
If a student repeats a course to raise the cumulative GPA on his/her transcript, the student is responsible for reporting the grade
to the counselor by completing the “Repeat Course to Raise GPA” form. Both grades are reported on the McLoud High School
transcript, which is a permanent record. The lower grade will figure into the GPA and credit will be given for that grade. The
grading scale for regular classes is as follows:
A 90% - 100%
B 80% - 89%
C 70% - 79%
D 60% - 69%
F 59% - or lower
Grading scale for AP classes is as follows:
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A 85% - 100%
B 70% - 84%
C 60% - 69%
D 50% - 59%
F 49% - or lower
REMEDIATION
Remediation for state mandated tests is administered and documented through site counselors. Remediation is offered to all
students in preparation for State and Federally mandated testing.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
A chapter of the National Honor Society is organized at McLoud High School for students in grades 11-12. Students may not
apply for membership in the National Honor Society. Membership is granted only to those students selected by the faculty
advisory committee.
According to the National Honor Society Constitution, only those students who have been in the school for at least one term may
be considered for membership. The constitution also stipulates that members who transfer to another school or from another
school are accepted automatically as members in good standing. Transfer members must meet the chapter’s standards within
one term of their transfer in order to retain membership.
There are four areas of consideration for membership. Scholarship is the first basis for selection followed by leadership, service,
and character. The scholarship requirement set by the McLoud Chapter of the National Honor Society is an overall grade point
of 3.5 based on a 4.0 scale. Leadership exists in offices held in school and community organizations as well as roles of
leadership in both areas. Service is determined by contributions made, as well as the attitude toward service. Character is
determined by principles of morality and ethics, as well as cooperation, courtesy, and respect for others and demonstration of
behavior that exemplifies other desirable qualities of character.
The specific guidelines for membership, the Constitution of the National Honor Society, and the McLoud Chapter bylaws are
available in the high school office.
OKLAHOMA HONOR SOCIETY
Students who are in the top 10% of the student body (9-12) will be eligible for this honor society. The computation of the top 10%
is based on term grades of the last two consecutive terms.
HONOR ROLL
The Superintendent’s Honor Roll, comprised of students who achieve all A’s, and the Principal’s Honor Roll, comprised of
students who achieve all A’s and B’s with no grade below B, will be published each nine weeks for grades 4-6 and at the end of
each semester for grades 7-12.
INTERSCHOLASTIC COMPETITION
The faculty and administration encourage the student body to compete in as many scholastic events throughout the year as
possible. Through competition, McLoud students can receive scholarships and awards for their efforts.
STUDENT RECOGNITION
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The Board of Education recognizes that the pursuit of excellence is very important to the McLoud Schools, its administration,
teachers and students. Achievement resulting from excellent performance be it academic or extra-curricular activity, deserves to
be recognized whether by individual or team. Student achievement also brings positive recognition to our school and community.
The school further acknowledges its responsibility to assist our students in receiving public recognition, not only in award
assemblies, banquets, and athletic or other competitive performance activities, but also in the local press. McLoud Schools will,
as coordinated by the Superintendent and with assistance from the administration, organizational sponsors, coaches,
counselors, and teachers, facilitate press releases to the media for excellent academic, extra-curricular, and athletic activity,
including individual and team statistics. A special effort should also be made to identify areas of excellence, which may not
ordinarily be identified or recognized.
TRANSCRIPTS
A copy of a student’s transcript will be given upon request at the Principal’s office as per FERPA guidelines.
REPORT CARDS
Secondary ( 7-12 )
Regular reports of a student’s academic progress are made to parents with three progress reports at approximately five week
intervals during each semester and a semester report card after the end of each semester. 7- 12 grade parents and guardians
are also able to view their students progress through online access (contact your child’s school for usernames and passwords).
Anytime a student’s gra
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de falls to a failing grade the teacher will make contact with the parent/guardian by phone or mail.
Parents and/or students are encouraged to discuss with teachers and counselors methods and actions to help overcome any
educational deficiency or problem that may exist.
Elementary (Pre-K-6)
Individual progress reports will be sent home at the end of the fifth week during each nine (9) week period. If you do not receive
a five-week report, please contact your child’s teacher.
Parent Teacher conferences will be scheduled in October and March (Please check the school calendar for dates). The purpose
of these conferences is to have teacher and parent meet face to face to discuss a particular child. The conferences are of great
importance for all concerned and should be attended if at all possible. Teachers will send home sign up sheets at the appropriate
time to schedule these conferences.
CHANGES AND DROPS IN CLASS SCHEDULE
For a student to receive full benefit of a course offering, he/she needs to complete the entire course as scheduled. Therefore,
changes in class schedules must be made during the first five (5) days of each term. All schedule changes must meet the
approval of the site administration.
TRUANCY POLICY
IF A STUDENT FINDS IT NECESSARY TO LEAVE SCHOOL DURING THE DAY, HE/SHE MUST CHECK OUT THROUGH THE
OFFICE. A PHONE CALL OR VERIFIABLE PARENT NOTE FROM THE PARENT/GUARDIAN IS REQUIRED FOR THE
STUDENT TO LEAVE SCHOOL. ANY STUDENT LEAVING SCHOOL
WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM THE OFFICE WILL BE CONSIDERED TRUANT. (HIGH SCHOOL ONLY) STUDENTS WHO
FAIL TO RETURN FROM LUNCH WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL WILL ALSO BE CONSIDERED TRUANT.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
McLoud Public Schools requires that all students be in compliance with the school attendance laws of Oklahoma state below:
Violation of the attendance policy may subject student to disciplinary action that may include contacting the District Attorney
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and/or administrative discipline.
SECTION 232: RECORDS OF ATTENDANCE OF PUPILS
“If a child is absent without valid excuse four (4) or more class days within a four-week period or is absent without valid excuse
for ten (10) or more class days within a semester, the attendance officer shall notify the parent, guardian or custodian of the child
and immediately report such absences to the district attorney for juvenile proceedings pursuant to Title 10 of the Oklahoma
Statutes and/or the local Juvenile Court.
The following are considered valid excuses in this policy:
1. Absences covered by a doctor’s statement showing the date or dates the student was under a doctor’s care. The statement
must be presented within two (2) school days upon the student’s return for the absence to be exempt.
2. School Activities
3. Absences that occur as a result of religious holy days.
4. Court appearances
5. Funerals
Parents must call or contact the appropriate office on the day of the student’s absence to report absences. If a parent does not
call in, an effort will be made to contact the parent concerning their child’s absence. Each student will be allowed one day for
each day missed in this manner to make up work. Exception to this would be long term semester assignments with due dates
established by the teacher. 24 Hour Attendance Line (Voice mail 964-3644) (ELEMENTARY: Students who are tardy or are
checked out before 2:30 will not be eligible for perfect attendance recognition. Except in cases of emergence students should
not be checked out before 3:00. Students who are absent excused will not qualify for perfect attendance awards).
If a student is absent beyond this policy, the school will send a letter to the parents reminding them that persistent absenteeism is
a serious problem in learning the curriculum. If absences continue, the school will contact the District Attorney’s office and/or the
local Juvenile Court to help aid in solving the problem of high absenteeism.
TARDY POLICY
A student is tardy to class if he/she isn’t in the room when the tardy bell rings. Students who arrive after the first 10 minutes of
class time each period may be considered absent for the class. (Pre-K-6 It is the parent’s responsibility to get their student to
school on time. Letters will be mailed to parents for repeat violations).
IN-SCHOOL DETENTION
The concept guiding the McLoud In-School Detention (ISD) Program is that students need an alternative to out of school
suspension. Through individualized instruction, students should be able to complete class work assignments. At the same time,
they will be working on a behavior modification program designed to meet individual needs.
Students who are allowed to participate in the ISD program will be required to make acceptable progress toward both of these
goals.
The general regulations governing the ISD program include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. The ISD classroom will be located on the appropriate campus.
2. The hours for ISD are 8:05 a.m. to 2:55 p.m., Monday through Friday. Students are required to attend the entire day.
3. Student will be taken to the Cafeteria for lunch at 10:30 a.m.
4. Students in ISD will not be permitted to participate in assemblies, class trips, or any school activity during or after school
5. When a student is placed in ISD an attempt to contact his/her parent or guardian will be made.
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6. Teachers are required to submit and evaluate a full day or class period of work per day for each student they have in ISD.
7. The principal will establish the day-to-day rules and regulations of the ISD classroom and determine the student’s readiness
to return to the regular classroom.
8. No backpacks or book bags are allowed in ISD.
9. If a student is removed from ISD he/she may be suspended for 5 days.
10. No hats.
ENCORE
Encore is not a “FREE PERIOD” for students. It is important that all students realize that this is not “THEIR” time; it is a part of
their schedule as INSTRUCTIONAL TIME. Use of this time will be determined by the teacher. When a teacher assigns a
student to Encore, attendance is mandatory. Failure to attend Encore will be considered TRUANCY. Not having to attend
Encore and being able to use that time as “extra” lunch time is a consequence of keeping a students grades up and should be
considered a PRIVILEGE:
The following rules apply to Encore:
1. All students making a failing grade “F” (below 60%) will be required to report back to the appropriate teachers.
9-12 students wishing to see one of their teachers may do so at any point during Encore (11:05-11:25). Every attempt should be
made to advise the teacher in advance. 7
th
grade students will go to encore after lunch and will be in encore by 11:35.
8
th
grade students
1. will go directly to encore after checking in with their homeroom teacher. They will be dismissed at 11:25.
2. Students must pick up make-up work during Encore.
3. Encore can be utilized for meetings of clubs and organizations.
4. Mandatory Encore takes precedence over all other activities.
5. All teachers will be in their classrooms for the entire Encore period so that students who are passing but want help may come
and go to different classes.
RIGHT TO SEARCH
The superintendent, principal, teacher, security personnel or authorized person of the McLoud Board of Education, upon
reasonable suspicion, shall have the authority to detain and search, or authorize the search of any pupil or property in the
possession of the pupil when said pupil is on any school premises, or while in transit under the authority of the school, or while
attending any function sponsored or authorized by the school, for dangerous weapons, or controlled dangerous substances, as
defined in the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act, intoxicating beverages, as defined by Section 163.2 of Title 37 of
the Oklahoma Statutes or for missing or stolen property if said property be reasonably suspected to have been taken from a
pupil, a school employee or the school activities.
The search shall be conducted by a person of the same sex as the person being searched and shall be witnessed by at least one
other authorized person, said person to be of the same sex if practicable.
The extent of any search conducted pursuant to this section shall be reasonably related to the objective of the search and not
excessively intrusive in light of the age and sex of the student and the nature of the infraction. No student’s clothing, except cold
weather outerwear, shall be removed prior to or during the conduct of any warrant less search.
The superintendent or principal, teacher, or security personnel searching or authorizing the search shall have authority to detain
the pupil to be searched and to preserve any dangerous weapons, or controlled dangerous substances, intoxicating beverages,
or missing or stolen property that might be in the pupil’s possession including the authority to authorize any other persons they
deem necessary to restrain such pupil or to preserve any dangerous weapons, or controlled dangerous substances, intoxicating
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beverages, or missing or stolen property.
Any pupil found to be in possession of dangerous weapons, or controlled dangerous substances, intoxicating beverages, or
missing or stolen property may be suspended by the superintendent or principal for a period not be exceed the current school
term and the succeeding term. Any such suspension may be appealed to the McLoud Board of Education by any pupil
suspended under this section if such request is made in writing by Certified Mail Return Receipt requested within five (5) days of
notification of such suspension, written or oral, to the student, parents or legal guardian.
Pupils shall not have any reasonable expectations of privacy towards school administrators or teachers in the contents of a
school locker, desk, or other school property. School personnel shall have access to school lockers, desks, and other school
property in order to properly supervise the welfare of pupils. School lockers, desks, and other areas of school facilities may be
opened and examined by school officials at any time, and no reason shall be necessary for such a search.
SAFE SCHOOL REWARDS
Rewards may be available for information on vandalism, possession of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, drug paraphernalia, dangerous
weapons, larceny of school property, or any behavior that would endanger the students, faculty of staff of McLoud Schools. Any
information received will be kept confidential.
DISRUPTIVE ITEMS
Items which are disruptive to the educational process are not allowed at school. Examples of such items are: radios, tape
players, electronic equipment, toys or other items disruptive to the educational process. The administration reserves the right to
add other items which they deem inappropriate in an educational environment. Items brought to school in violation of this policy
that are stolen will not be searched for.
CELL PHONES/ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES
PURSUANT TO STATE LAW, IT IS THE POLICY OF THE MCLOUD BOARD OF EDUCATION THAT NO STUDENT SHALL
USE A CELL PHONE, OR OTHER ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICE, OR HAVE A VISIBLE CELL PHONE OR
OTHER COMMUNICATION DEVICE DURING CLASS TIME.
The exception would be when a student has prior written consent of the student’s parent or guardian and the superintendent or
the superintendent’s designee to use a cell phone, or other electronic communication device.
1. 1
st
Time – Written warning. Wireless device may be picked up by student in Principal’s office at the end of the school day.
2. 2
nd
Time – In School Detention. Wireless device may be picked up in the Principal’s office by Parent or Guardian at the end
of the school day.
3. 3
rd
Time – Suspension. Wireless device may be picked up in the Principal’s office by Parent or Guardian.
4. Pre-K – 6 Students and parents will be required to sign a cell phone usage agreement prior to cell phone use.
5. Cell phones or other communication devices used during other misconduct may result in suspension and loss of cell
privileges and possible law enforcement action.
6. Use of cell phones or other communication devices in private areas is prohibited.DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS
DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS
(Federal Regulations)
1.Illegal and Illicit Drugs, (Drug Paraphernalia), Tobacco and Alcohol
a. Use of illicit drugs and unlawful possession and use of alcohol or tobacco is wrong and harmful; therefore, we advocate a “NO
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USE, NO TOLERANCE” policy.
b. McLoud School has a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus. Use of tobacco by students is prohibited by law. Students are not
permitted to smoke, chew, dip, use, or have in their possession any tobacco during school hours. This policy is in effect during
all school-sponsored activities.
c. Students are prohibited from using, being under the influence of, possessing, furnishing, or selling alcohol beverages, illegal
drugs, or other mood-altering substances at school, while in school vehicles, or at any school-sponsored event.
d. “Illicit drugs” includes steroids and prescription an over the counter medications being used for an abusive purpose, i.e., when
they are not used in compliance with the prescription or directions for use and are not being used to treat a current health
condition of the student. “Mood-altering substances” includes paint, glue, aerosol sprays, and similar substances.
e. Violation of this rule will result in imposition of disciplinary measures, which may include suspension for the remainder of the
current term and the following term.
f. Student violation of this rule, which also constitutes illegal conduct, will be reported to law enforcement authorities.
2. Necessary Medications
a. Students may not retain possession of and self-administer any medication at school for any reason.
b. Students who have a legitimate health need for over-the-counter or prescription medication at school shall deliver such
medication to the school nurse or principal with a parental authorization, in compliance with Oklahoma law and school policy and
procedures regarding administering medicine to students.
c. Violations of this rule will re reported to the student’s parents by the principal, and may result in discipline, which can include
suspension.
3. Distribution of Information
a. Information for students and their parents about drug and alcohol counseling and rehabilitation and reentry programs in this
geographic area is available from the principal at each student’s school.
b. Copies of these rules shall be provided to all students and their parents at the beginning of each school year.
4. Illicit use of Drugs and/or Alcohol
a. Illicit use of drugs and or alcohol during the school day and or school activities may be subject to drug testing and disciplinary
action by school and or law enforcement agencies. Refusal to submit to drug testing will result in disciplinary action.
DANGEROUS WEAPONS
1. In order to provide a safe environment for the students and staff of the McLoud School District, the Board of Education adopts
this policy prohibiting the possession of dangerous weapons and replicas and facsimiles of dangerous weapons.
2. Dangerous weapons, including but not limited to firearms, are a threat to the safety of the students and staff of the School
District. In addition, possession of dangerous weapons, or replicas or facsimiles of dangerous weapons, disrupts the educational
process and interferes with the normal operation of the School District.
3. For the foregoing reasons and except as specifically provided in paragraph 13 below, possession by any student or employee
of a dangerous weapon, as that term is defined in this policy, or a replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, while on school
property, at a school-sponsored activity, or on a school bus or vehicle, is prohibited.
4. For purposes of this policy, “possession of a dangerous weapon” includes, but is not limited to, any person having a dangerous
weapon: (1) on his person; (2) in his locker; (3) in his vehicle; (4) held by another person for his benefit; or (5) at any place on
school property, a school bus or vehicle, or at a school activity with such person’s knowledge or the weapon’s location.
5. A dangerous weapon includes, but is not limited to, a pistol, revolver, rifle, shotgun, air gun or spring gun, slingshot, bludgeon,
blackjack, brass knuckles, or artificial knuckles of any kind, nun-chucks, dagger, bowie knife, dirk knife, butterfly knife, any knife
the blade of which can be opened by a flick of a button or pressure on the handle, any pocketknife where the blade is carried in a
partially opened position, any pocketknife that can be locked in place, razor, dart, ice pick, explosive smoke bomb, incendiary
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device, sword cane, hand chains, or any replica or facsimile thereof.
6. Any student in possession of a dangerous weapon, or a replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, in violation of this policy,
may be placed under emergency suspension from school, pending an investigation of the incident by the appropriate school or
legal authorities. Students who violate this policy may be suspended from school and all activities for any period of time up to the
maximum period authorized by law. Additionally, school administrative staff members may seek to file criminal charges against
the student.
7. Any employee in possession of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, in violation of this policy
may, pursuant to applicable board policy, be placed under immediate suspension from duties pending an investigation of the
incident by the appropriate school or legal authorities and may be dismissed or subjected to other disciplinary action as deemed
appropriate by the superintendent of schools or board of education. In addition, School District employees who willfully or
negligently fail to enforce this policy are subject to disciplinary action, which may include dismissal. Any disciplinary action for
any employee, including dismissal, will be in accordance with any Board policy and any negotiated agreement which is
applicable to the employee.
8. If a teacher or other school employee has a reasonable suspicion to believe that a student is in possession of a dangerous
weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, the teacher or employee shall immediately investigate the matter and
shall confiscate any such weapon found if this can be accomplished without placing any student or staff in jeopardy, and shall
immediately notify the principal or the principal’s designee. If the teacher or employee does not believe that the weapon can be
confiscated safely, the teacher or employee shall immediately notify the principal or the principal’s designee of the situation.
9. If a teacher or other school employee has a reasonable suspicion to believe that any employee or other person is in
possession of a dangerous weapon, or a replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, in violation of this policy, he shall
immediately report the matter to his immediate supervisor or the superintendent of schools or his designee.
10. If the principal or his designee learns that a student or employee is believed to be in possession of a dangerous weapon, or
replica or facsimile, thereof, the principal or designee shall observe the following procedure:
a. Immediately investigate the matter and contact the police, if appropriate.
b. If not already confiscated by an employee of the School District and if it can be accomplished without risk of injury,
the principal or designee.
c. Notify the superintendent of schools or designee.
d. In the case of a student, notify the parents.
e. Cooperate fully with the police.
f. Transfer confiscated weapon to the police department.
11. Except as may be required by law for disabled and handicapped students, any student in possession of a dangerous
weapon, replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, shall not be eligible for placement in any alternative education program,
intervention program or be eligible to transfer to another School District school site in lieu of suspension.
12. A student who has been suspended from another school district because of the possession of a dangerous weapon, or
replica or facsimile of a dangerous weapon, shall not be allowed to attend the McLoud Schools.
13. An exception to this policy may be granted for students or employees participating in an authorized curricular or
extracurricular activity or team involving the use of demonstration of a dangerous weapon, or replica or facsimile of a dangerous
weapon. For this exception, written prior approval by the principal, in consultation with the superintendent of schools, is required.
14. Notwithstanding any of the foregoing provisions, rights of due process for all students and rights of handicapped and disabled
students must be observed in accordance with applicable law and school board policies.
STUDENT DISCIPLINE
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The McLoud Board of Education believes that the school’s primary goal is to educate, not discipline. However, education
includes establishing norms of social behavior and assisting students in understanding and attaining those norms. When the
behavior of an individual student comes into conflict with the rights of others, corrective actions are necessary for the benefit of
the individual and the school. The teacher of a child attending a public school has the same rights as a parent or guardian to
control and discipline that child while the child is in attendance on campus, on district transportation, or while participating in any
school function authorized by the school district.
Each student will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. Disciplinary action will be based on a careful assessment of the
circumstances surrounding each infraction. The following are some examples of these circumstances:
• The student’s attitude.
• The seriousness of the offense
• The effect of the offense on other students.
• Whether the incident is isolated or habitual behavior.
• Any other circumstances which may be appropriately considered.
Standards of behavior for all members of society are generally a matter of common sense. The examples of behavior listed
below are not acceptable in society, generally, and in a school environment, particularly. The involvement of a student in these
kinds of behaviors will generally require remedial or corrective action. These examples are not intended to be exhaustive, and
the exclusion or omission of an unacceptable behavior is not and endorsement or acceptance of such behavior. When, in the
judgment of a teacher or administrator, a student is involved or has been involved in unacceptable behavior, appropriate remedial
or corrective action will be taken.
1. Unexcused lateness to school.
2. Unexcused lateness to class.
3. Cutting class or leaving class without permission.
4. Leaving school without permission.
5. Refusing detention and/or in-school detention.
6. Tobacco use.
7. Truancy.
8. Possessing or using alcoholic beverages or other mood-altering chemicals.
9. Stealing.
10. Forgery, fraud or embezzlement.
11. Assault, physical and/or verbal.
12. FIGHTING. FIGHTING AT SCHOOL IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED AND WILL RESULT IN SUSPENSION. Students
should always seek adult help rather than resort to fighting.
13. Students who instigate fights but are not actively involved.
14. Possession of weapons.
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15. Distributing obscene literature.
16. Destroying/defacing school property.
17. Open defiance of teacher/administrative authority.
18. Profane language.
19. Public display of affection.
20. Bullying.
In administering discipline, consideration will be given to alternative methods of punishment to insure that the most effective
discipline is administered in each case. In all disciplinary action, teachers and administrators will be mindful of the fact that they
are dealing with individual personalities. The faculty may consider consultation with parents to determine the most effective
disciplinary measures.
In considering alternatives for disciplinary actions, the faculty/administration of the school district will consider the alternatives
listed below. However, the school is not limited to these alternative methods, nor does this list reflect an order or sequence of
events to follow in disciplinary actions. The Board of Education will rely upon the judgment and discretion of the administrator to
determine the appropriate remedial or corrective action in each instance. When administrators have reasonable belief that
violations have occurred (i.e. fights, a sexual offense, weapon, drugs, vandalism) the police will be notified immediately.
1. Conference with student.
2. Conference with parents.
3. In-school detention.
4. Detention.
5. Referral to counselor.
6. Behavior contract.
7. Changing student’s seat assignment.
8. Requiring a student to make financial restitution for damaged property.
9. Requiring a student to clean or straighten items in facilities damaged by his/her behavior.
10. Restriction of privileges.
11. Involvement of local authorities.
12. Referring student to appropriate social agency.
13. Corporal punishment.
14. Suspension.
15. Expulsion.
16. Other appropriate disciplinary action as required and as indicated by the circumstances.
Teachers will keep records concerning disciplinary actions for each student outlining methods used to deal with the classroom
problems (i.e., classroom modifications, assigning Encore time, telephoning parents, etc.). After classroom disciplinary
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measures have failed, the teacher will write an office referral and attach classroom disciplinary records. When the student
reports to the office the following steps may be taken:
First Offense – Conference with student and/or parent, noon detention or additional Encore time may be assigned. , The severity
of the offense may require more serious consequences, however.
Second Offense – Parents may be notified. One to three days of ISD may be assigned.
Third Offense – Conference with parents may be held. Five days of ISD may be assigned.
Fourth Offense – One to ten days of short-term suspension may be given.
Fifth Offense – Long-term suspension or Alternative Education plan may be assigned. (K-6 Guidelines may vary depending on
age and maturity).
PROCEDURE FOR OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION
The principal of the school shall suspend a student according to the following procedure: The principal may, if deemed in the
best interest and/or safety of the school and students, suspend at any time. (Educational plan for out of school suspension will
be provided on an individual basis)
Efforts will be made to notify the student and the parent/guardian orally or in writing, stating the reason and terms of the
suspension and the student’s right of appeal before the Suspension Committee (consisting of two teachers and two other
administrators) of a suspension of more than five (5) days. Written notification of an appeal to the Suspension Committee must
occur within five school days from the date of the suspension notification. The Suspension Committee will notify the student and
his/her parent/guardians of its decision and inform them of the student’s right of appeal to the Superintendent.
In the event of an appeal to the Superintendent, a written notification of an appeal must occur within five school days from the
date of the Suspension Committee’s findings. The Superintendent will notify the student and his/her parent, s/guard, ians, in
writing, of the Superintendent’s decision and the student’s right of appeal to the Board of Education.
PROCEDURE OF APPEAL TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Any student suspended from school for more than five (5) days, will have the right to appeal the decision of the Superintendent to
the Board of Education. In the event a student desires to appeal a suspension to the Board of Education, the student will give
written notice to the Superintendent at least five (5) days prior to the next regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting. Five
days means five (5) business days excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays legally declared by the State of Oklahoma. If
such notice of appeal is not received by the designated time, the said suspension will be considered final.
SUMMARY
Nothing in this policy will restrict the administrator or teacher having the same right of control and discipline as that held by the
parent in accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma. Nothing in this policy will be construed to deny the student’s right
to fair and orderly hearings, appeals, counsel, and due process in cases which may end in suspension.
This policy will be interpreted by the principals and their designees in a manner which they deem just, given the circumstances of
the individual case. Additionally, administrators will have the authority to enforce other reasonable disciplinary action which they
find warranted by situations not covered in the disciplinary action alternatives.
Parents or guardians and the students residing in this school district will be notified at the beginning of each school year that
such policy is in effect. A copy of this policy will be made available to parents or guardians upon request at any time during the
school year.
Teachers, parents, guardians, and students are invited and encouraged to participate in the formulation of disciplinary policies,
rules, and regulations by suggesting to administrators appropriate means of discipline for specific infractions.
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SEXUAL HARRASSMENT
Sexual harassment is a kind of discrimination. It means that someone is treated differently because of his or her sex. It is
behavior or words that: are directed at a person because of his or her sex, are uninvited, unwanted, and unwelcome, cause a
person to feel uncomfortable or offended, create an environment that makes learning difficult, may be repeated or may be very
offensive on a one time basis.
Think about words or acts you direct at the opposite sex. Any student who believes he or she has been the victim of sexual
harassment or harassment based on race, color, national origin, or disability by a student, teacher, administrator or other school
personnel of the School District, or by any other person who is participating in, observing, or otherwise engaged in activities,
including sporting events and other extracurricular activities should immediately report the alleged acts to the building counselor
or administrator for investigation.
BULLYING POLICY
McLoud Public Schools is committed to creating and maintaining a learning environment that is free from bullying and
harassment. No student will be subject to bullying, hazing, or harassment, or other forms of persecution by student or
employee. For the purposes of this policy, hazing is defined as the deliberate harassment of a student by means of rough
practical jokes or causing the student to perform meaningless, difficult or humiliating tasks.
Bullying is defined as a type of violence that occurs when someone uses his or her power unfairly and repeatedly to hurt
someone else. Violence is defined as any word, look, sign, or act that hurts a person’s feelings or things. This policy is not
intended to deprive school district authorities from taking necessary and appropriate disciplinary action toward any student or
employee. Students or employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action.
DRESS, GROOMIING, AND MORAL STANDARDS
Students of the McLoud School District are expected to dress in an appropriate manner. School clothing should be appropriate
as to time, place and weather. Any article of clothing that will bring disruption to the learning process of the majority of the
students will be prohibited under the discretion of the school staff. These standards are in effect any time, day or night, when the
student is representing McLoud Schools. The following is a list of examples of clothing that is prohibited. This list may not be
all-inclusive.
1. Any public display of nudity.
2. Clothing that advertises or promotes the use of beer, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, profanity or sexual innuendo.
3. Clothing or accessories that signify, advocate, or advertise gang related activities or membership.
4. Excessively baggy or sagging pants.
5. Chains that hang from clothing or are worn as jewelry (bike and animal) collars and bracelets with spikes.
6. Tops with spaghetti straps.
7. Any top that allows undergarments to show.
8. Undershirts worn externally (muscle shirts, mesh shirts).
9. Tank tops in which the armhole sags excessively, such as “game jerseys”.
10. Exposed midriff.
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11. Extremely short skirts, dresses or shorts. Parents will be notified to bring appropriate change of clothes.
12. Hats are not to be worn in the classroom or at Assemblies.
13. Shoes with wheels or rollers
Any student who is in willful and persistent violation of the dress and grooming standards may lose his/her privilege to
attend McLoud Schools.
BUILDING HOURS
NO STUDENT SHOULD ARRIVE AT SCHOOL BEFORE 7:30 a.m. unless they will be directly supervised by a teacher or coach
for a school function.
Pre-K-6 (Open to students by 7:50 a.m. closed at 3:30 p.m.)
7-12 (Open at 7:50 a.m., closed at 3:30 p.m.) Students are not to be in the building before or after these hours unless
supervised by a faculty member.
(Pre-K-3 Students should check in with classroom teacher before going to breakfast)
(4-6 Students should eat breakfast upon arrival)
(7-12 When students reach school in the morning, they should immediately purchase breakfast and/or lunch tickets if they
need them. All students will stay in the designated area. Students eating breakfast should enter the building through
their assigned door. After finishing breakfast if the bell has not sounded, student should wait outside until it does.
STUDENTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED IN THEIR ROOMS UNLESS SUPERVISED BY THEIR TEACHER.)
VISITING
The administration and faculty encourage visits from parents to discuss the schoolwork of their children. Such visits promote a
better understanding of the efforts of the school. However, visitors who desire private conferences with the student or teacher
should make their requests through the office. Upon entering the building, all visitors must report to the office. STUDENTS NOT
ENROLLED IN McLOUD SCHOOLS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO VISIT CLASSES.
HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS
While on campus students are to remain in the mowed areas around the buildings. Wooded areas, and area East of the J. E.
Walker Field house are off limits. Due to heavy bus and automobile traffic, congregating at any entrance gates or parking lots is
prohibited.
JUNIOR HIGH CAMPUS
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CLOSED CAMPUS: After arriving at school, students are not permitted to leave the school ground without permission from the
office.
Students are to remain on campus in the mowed areas around the buildings. Wooded areas and roadways are off limits. Due to
heavy bus and automobile traffic, congregating at any of the entrance gates or parking lots is prohibited.
Written parental notification requesting a student to have lunch at his/her own home must be received and filed with the office
prior to the student leaving campus for that purpose. Parents/guardians may file letters for their students only. Guests are not
allowed. Violation of this policy will be considered truancy, and students will be punished accordingly. Students must have
written parental permission to leave the junior high campus with a high school sibling. Students must be checked out in the
Junior High office by parents wanting their student to attend athletic events that are being held on the secondary campus.
Students at the Junior High are NOT allowed to bring permanent markers of any kind to school.
ELEMENTARY CAMPUS
CLOSED CAMPUS: Parents check out.
GORDON COOPER VO-TECH SCHOOL
Students attending morning classes who ride the vo-tech bus need to board the bus by 7:30 a.m. Those attending afternoon
classes need to board by 11:45 a.m. It will return to the high school between 4:15 – 4:30 p.m.
It is recommended strongly that every student from McLoud High School ride the bus provided by vo-tech. However, this is
optional for the parents and students. Students riding the vo-tech bus will have no problem eating lunch at the Home School
Cafeteria.
McLoud Schools support and work closely with Gordon Cooper Area Vocational Technical School. Attendance there is just as
important as at the home high school. If a student should become an attendance problem, McLoud High School will reserve the
right to restrict the student from driving his vehicle to vo-tech for a period determined by the principal. The student will be place
on the bus provided by vo-tech.
DRIVING
Students driving cars or any type of motor vehicle to school MUST have a valid driver’s license, insurance verification, and a
McLoud school parking permit. The vehicle must be parked when first arriving and cannot be moved until the lunch bell rings
unless special authorization is obtained. When returning to school at noon, the vehicle must be parked and not moved until
school is dismissed. Passengers are not to be transported in the back of pickup trucks.
Any vehicle that is on school property may be subject to search by school officials. Students must park in the painted areas.
Students may not park in the JH parking lot. DOCUMENTATION NEEDED FOR STUDENTS TO GET THEIR PERMIT/LICENSE
WILL BE DONE ONCE A WEEK ON FRIDAYS. TO RECEIVE THIS DOCUMENTATION ON FRIDAY, STUDENTS MUST SIGN
UP IN THE HSW OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY OF ANY GIVEN WEEK.
Students are asked not to cut through the parking lots. Violation of this request will jeopardize the student’s privilege from driving
his or her vehicle on campus for a period determined by the principal.
Every driver is expected to obey all safety rules at all times with special emphasis around the school. DRIVING TO SCHOOL IS
A PRIVILEGE THAT SHOULD NOT BE ABUSED.
Students will not be permitted to loiter in the parking lot or sit in cars during the lunch period, before or after school, or between
classes.
Jr. High students are prohibited from driving and/or riding in automobiles with upperclassmen or others without office permission
during school hours. Violation of this rule will be considered truancy and may result in loss of driving privilege.
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HALL TRAFFIC AND BEHAVIOR
When the first bell rings in the morning or at noon, students should go immediately to their classrooms. The second bell is the
tardy bell and students not in the classroom will be considered tardy. Loitering in the halls is not permissible.
In the hall at class change time, students are to keep to the right. (Pre-K-6 Keep to the right in single file with their teacher.
Inappropriate behavior such as running, jumping, and shouting will not be allowed.) They should cut through traffic lanes only
when arriving at their destination.
All students who are permitted to leave their classroom during the class time must have their teacher’s permission. This should
be kept at an absolute minimum. A hall pass is required before leaving the classroom. Students may be required to maintain a
school provided ID in their possession.
While at school and on school functions, students are expected to address all faculty members by their names, preceded by Mr.,
Mrs., Miss, or Coach.
PLEASE NOTE: Camera surveillance in the halls, classrooms and parking lots.
TEXTBOOKS
District owned textbooks will be available to all students for each class. The student is responsible for the care of his books.
They must be turned in at the close of the course. If damaged or lost, the student must pay for the books before his grades will
be recorded on his permanent record. If books are found later, a refund of the charge will be made to the student. Book
payment amount will be determined by the replacement cost of the book.
Workbooks in various classes may be purchased by the individual student. Upon completion of the course, the student may
keep the workbook.
LOST AND FOUND
Items found at school will be held in the offices for one semester. Check at individual sites for the designated holding place.
Items left in the lost and found will be removed the last day of May.
FOOD AND DRINKS
Students are not to take food or drink from the school cafeteria or designated student lounge area. No food or drink is allowed to
be in any other classroom or hallway without prior approval. Under no circumstances will glass containers be allowed.
TELEPHONE
7-12 a student phone is provided at the Junior high and High School West office windows for student use prior to first hour,
during lunch period, or after school. The office phones are for emergencies only. (K-6 All messages for students will be delivered
to the classroom at 2:30 p.m. (Students will use the student phone in the Intermediate office.)
SEVERE WEATHER – SCHOOL CLOSING
In case of severe weather, snow, or low temperatures, the official announcement for school closing may be heard over the radio
or television stations prior to 6 a.m. Students should tune in the appropriate stations and should not call the school. School
closings will be broadcast o Oklahoma City television channels 4, 5 and 9 and on Oklahoma City radio stations WKY, KYIS,
KEBC, and Shawnee radio station KGFF.
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School closings as well as other pertinent information can be obtained through the McLoud Public Information Line at (405)
391-8920 or on the Web site
http://www.mcloudschools.us
MULTI-MEDIA CENTER
The use of the Multi-Media Center is encouraged for pleasure reading as well as research. There will be a professional librarian
on duty all day to help with the uses of the Multi-Media Center.
Students will be taught the proper use of the Multi-Media Center, and projects will be conducted in the Multi-Media Center.
Books may be checked out for 14 school days. In addition, two days grace period are given before the nickel a day fine
begins.
Students will pay for lost books. However, if a book is later found, a refund will be given. Book payment will be determined by
the replacement cost of the book.
No food or drinks are allowed in the Multi-Media Center.
LOCKERS
Lockers are provided for students in grades 7-12. Lockers are school property and remain under the control and jurisdiction of
the school even when assigned to an individual student. The administration recommends each student have a lock and keep it
on at all times. McLoud Schools cannot be held responsible for any items left in the lockers.
Locks for athletic equipment will be checked out by a coach. Athletic equipment or clothes should not be kept in the hall lockers.
Students must provide the office with means of access to all lockers (key, combination, etc.) for emergency or security purposes.
Lockers can be searched at any time by school officials.
RESPECT FOR EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES
Each student is expected to assume responsibility for the care of all school property. Students who damage property are
responsible for paying for the damage. Damage of a malicious nature will be considered a very serious matter and must be
repaired or replaced at the expense of the student at fault. Disciplinary action may follow such conduct.
OBLIGATIONS
Students that have obligations, financial and otherwise, will not receive grade reports until obligations are met.
FIRE DRILL/DISASTER DRILL/LOCKDOWN DRILL
The signal for fire drills will be long bells repeated. Students in the buildings will be led out by their teachers. Students should
remain in line according to classes so that roll may be checked outside.
The signal for disaster and tornado drills will be short bells repeated. The teachers will take their students to a designated place
of safety and will follow prescribed safety precautions. Students are to remain quiet and orderly and follow instructions from
proper authority. The “all clear” signal will be a long bell.
The lockdown drill will be notified by a password given by general announcement.
CAFETERIA MEAL PRICES FOR 2011 - 2012
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Breakfast
PreK-6th
7-12
Daily
Free
$1.20
Weekly
Free
$6.00
Lunch
PreK-6th
7-12
Daily
$1.50
$2.00
Weekly
$7.50
$10.00
Reduced meal prices K-12
Breakfast
Lunch
Daily
.30
.40
Weekly
$1.50
$2.00
Free and reduced lunch applications are available to all students. Criteria and eligibility information are determined by federal
and state regulations. Information is available on these programs in the principal’s office.
Adult/Visitor Prices
Breakfast
$1.50
Lunch
$3.00
Refunds for overpayment of cafeteria bills will be given per written request by parent.
Students not wishing to purchase meals may bring their lunch and must eat in the cafeteria or in the student lounge. Students
must adhere to the following rules during lunch:
1. Respect the rights of others; do not “cut” in the lunch line.
2. After eating, leave the table as clean as possible for the next person.
3. Take tray, eating utensils, and empty cartons to the receiving window.
4. Cafeteria food must remain in the cafeteria.
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There is no place where the lack of proper social training will manifest itself more obviously than at the table. McLoud students
are expected to conduct themselves as ladies and gentlemen. Hats will not be worn in the cafeteria.
STUDENTS MAY CHARGE UP TO 10 DAYS. AFTER THAT TIME ALL CHARGES MUST BE PAID OR THE STUDENT WILL
BE SERVED AN ALTERNATE MEAL.
ACTIVITY PROGRAMS
McLoud Schools have one of the finest activity programs of any in Oklahoma. The activities offered by this school are: Football,
Boys and Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Baseball, Girls Softball, Golf, Boys and Girls Soccer, Band, FFA, FCCLA, Cheerleaders,
Pom, Cross Country track, Future Educators of America, Business Professionals of America, Library Club, Science and Math
Club, Spanish Club, Student Council, Oklahoma Honor Society, National Honor Society, Key Club, and History Club.
TRANSPORTATION
McLoud Public Schools provides safe transportation to all students who are legally eligible to ride to and from school. Students
living more than 1.5 miles away from all school sites are eligible for bus service. Please feel free to call the Transportation office
(964-3642) for any questions concerning the transportation program.
1. Students may be required to walk a short distance to a consolidated bus stop (possibly up to 0.5 miles). The bus will
not travel down private roads
2. Passengers should be prompt in reporting to the bus stop. Usually a five-minute arrival before the scheduled stop is
ample. Schedules should normally be consistent, within a minute or two, except, of course, for the first week or so of
school, until routes are “firmed up”, and in case of a substitute driver or unforeseen traffic delays, or during severe
weather conditions.
3. “Honk service” or “door to door” is not feasible. Of course, there may be days, especially during the bitter cold of
winter, that passengers seek shelter until bus arrival. In that event, passengers should be alert and prepared to board the
bus without delay at the regular stop when the bus arrives.
4. Students wanting to ride on a bus other than their assigned bus will only be granted in emergency situations. Those
students who wish to ride a bus other than their assigned bus (i.e. going home with a friend, going to a babysitter, etc.)
should provide their own transportation. This means that parents are responsible for providing this type of transportation.
5. Students cannot get off the bus at any stop but their assigned bus stop without permission from the parent and the
Transportation Office (964-3642). Students in grades 7-12 are not permitted to get off the bus at the elementary school
without permission from the Transportation Office (964-3642).
6. Students must board their bus at the school site. Students cannot walk from the Secondary campus to the Elementary
campus to board their bus.
7. Parents and students are responsible for the cost of repairs for damaged bus property caused by vandalism by the
student.
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8. When weather conditions in the school indicate a possibility of an existence of dangerous road conditions, every effort
will be made to notify the news media by 6 am. Further, every effort will be made to return the pupil home at the regularly
scheduled time.
9. The school district cannot be held responsible for items left on the bus.
TRANSPORTATION POLICY FOR DISCIPLINING STUDENTS
Riding a school bus is a privilege, and the privilege may be removed for not abiding by the bus rider rules. The driver of the
school bus has the same control over pupils as the teacher in the classroom.
Pupil misconduct on a school bus can endanger the lives of the pupils, driver, and the general public. The driver shall report
such incidents to the Director of Transportation by using a conduct report. The Director of Transportation will give each Building
Principal a copy of each report and contact parents. Types of passenger misconduct which may result in the student loss of riding
privileges include:
a. Deliberate defiance-refusal to cooperate with the driver.
b. Obscene and unacceptable language, gestures, remarks or literature.
c. Unusually loud talking or other undue noise.
d. Throwing/shooting items of any kind.
e. Scuffling/teasing/tormenting other students on the bus or at bus stop.
f. Fighting on the bus or at the bus stop.
g. Deliberate delay of loading and unloading.
h. Refusal to stay seated/turned around in the seat/standing/or moving around in the bus.
i. Use of tobacco or tobacco products/matches/drugs/alcohol on the bus.
j. Extending any part of the body or objects out of the window.
k. Tampering with bus equipment.
l. Vandalism and destruction of property.
m. Restricted materials or items on the bus.
n. Other violations endangering safe operation on the bus.
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Consequences of misconduct may include:
1. The first time a student creates a disturbance, the driver will verbally warn the student and may issue a conduct notice.
2. If a second conduct notice is issued, a pupil’s bus privileges may be suspended for three days.
3. Upon receiving a third conduct report: the pupil may receive a five (5) day bus suspension.
4. If a student receives a fourth conduct report: the pupil may be suspended for ten (10) school days.
5. In the event that any student receives their fifth conduct report, they may be suspended for thirty (30) school days from
the bus.
6. SEVERE CLAUSE: Immediate suspension from bus will occur if the incident is serious and jeopardizes the safety of
the passengers.
7. Other appropriate Disciplinary action is conducted at the discretion of the Administrator.
8. Appeal Procedure: All appeals should be initiated through the McLoud Transportation Director (964-3314 ext. 5282).
A parent/guardian desiring to appeal the issuance of a misconduct notice or subsequent punishment may do so by contacting the
Transportation Director (405-964-3314 ext. 5258) The Transportation Office shall notify the Building Principal of such a request.
The appeal shall be heard within five school days of the request unless an extension is requested in writing by the parent. The
request for an appeal hearing shall temporarily restrain the implementation of a suspension unless the Director of Transportation
or the Building Principal determines that in the interests of bus safety and/or good order the suspension is necessary or the
hearing cannot be conducted in a timely manner.
BUS RIDER RULES
PRIOR TO LOADING, students should:
1. Be on time at the designated school bus stop. Keep the bus on schedule.
2. Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus.
3. Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to enter.
4. Be careful in approaching bus stops.
5. Respect people and their property while waiting on the bus.
6. Receive proper school official authorization to be discharged at places other than the regular bus stop.
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7. Students shall cross at least 10 feet in front of the bus, never behind.
WHILE ON THE BUS, students should:
1. Keep all parts of the body inside the bus.
2. Refrain from eating and drinking on the bus.
3. Refrain from the use of any form of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs.
4. Assist in keeping the bus safe and clean at all times.
5. Remember that loud talking and laughing or unnecessary confusion diverts the driver’s attention and may result in
serious accident. THE LIFE YOU SAVE MAY BE YOUR OWN.
6. Treat bus equipment as you would valuable furniture in your own home. Damage to seats, etc., must be paid for by the
offender.
7. Never tamper with the bus or any of its equipment.
8. Maintain possession of books, lunches, or other articles and KEEP THE AISLE CLEAR.
9. Help look after the safety and comfort of smaller children.
10. Not throw objects in or out of the bus.
11. Remain in their seats while the bus is in motion.
12. Refrain from horseplay and fighting on the school bus.
13. Be courteous to fellow pupils, the bus driver, and any driver’s assistants.
14. Remain quiet when approaching a railroad-crossing stop.
15. Remain in the bus during road emergencies except when it may be hazardous to their safety.
16. Follow the directions of the driver in case of an accident or breakdown.
AFTER LEAVING THE BUS, students should:
1. Go at least ten (10) feet in front of the bus, never behind, stop, check traffic, wait for bus driver’s signal, then cross the
road.
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2. Go home immediately, staying clear of traffic.
3. Help look after the safety and comfort of smaller children.
The above rules and regulations apply to any extra-curricular trips.
SECTION 304.050, RSMO SCHOOL BUSES:
The driver of a vehicle upon a highway upon meeting or overtaking from either direction any school bus which has stopped on
they highway for the purpose of receiving or discharging any school children and whose driver has in the manner prescribed by
law given the signal to stop, shall not proceed until such school bus resumes motion, or until signaled by its driver to proceed.
ATTENDANCE/ACTIVITIES POLICY
The Superintendent and the Board of Education will annually review the scheduling of activities so that minimal interruptions
occur in the instructional program of a child.
The Board of Education will appoint an Internal Activities Review Committee. The committee will be responsible for reviewing
and approving any deviation from the activities policy. The committee will consist of all building principals, transportation director,
athletic director, and one classroom teacher from each of the following: elementary (K-6), junior high (7-8), high school (9-12).
The committee will recommend changes in policy to the Board of Education.
The maximum number of absences for activities, whether sponsored by the school or outside agency/organizations, which
removes the student from the classroom will be ten (10) for any one class period of each school year. Activity absences are
recorded by teachers on period absence slips. Excluded from this number are state and national levels of school sponsored
contests. State and national contests are those for which a student must earn the right to compete. The criteria for earning the
right to represent the school in any activity or contest must be submitted in writing by local school sponsors and approved by the
Board of Education.
ELIGIBILITY
Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association Academic scholarship eligibility standards are required of all students
participating in extra-curricular activity programs. There are two considerations:
1. Term Grades
a. A student must have received a passing grade in any three subjects counted for graduation that he/she was enrolled in
during the last term he/she attended fifteen or more days. (This requirement would be three school credits for block
schedule or five school credits for traditional for seventh and eighth grade students).
b. If a student does not meet the minimum scholastic standard he/she will not be eligible to participate during the first six
weeks of the next term they attend.
c. A student who does not meet the above minimum scholastic standard may regain his/her eligibility by achieving
passing grades in all subjects he/she is enrolled in at the end of the six-week period.
d. Pupils enrolled for the first time must comply with the same requirements of scholarship. The passing grades required
for the preceding term should be obtained from the records in the school last attended.
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2. Student Eligibility During a Term
e. Scholastic eligibility for students will be checked at the end of the third week of a term and each succeeding week
thereafter.
f. A student must be passing in all subjects he/she is enrolled in during a term. If a student is not passing all subjects
enrolled in at the end of a week, they will be placed on probation for the next one-week period. If a student is still failing
one or more classes at the end of their probationary one-week period, they will be ineligible to participate during the next
one-week period. The ineligibility periods will begin on Monday and end on Sunday.
g. A student who has lost eligibility under this provision must be passing all subjects in order to gain eligibility.
h. “Passing grade” means work of such character that credit would be entered on the records were the term to close at
that time.
Activity/Field Trips
For a student to be eligible to participate in any activity or field trip that takes him/her outside class time, including weekends,
he/she must be in good standing academically with each teacher (Eligibility List). Correct classroom behavior will also be taken
into account to qualify for field trips.
Students must go and return in school transportation if provided. Special arrangements must be made with the activity sponsor if
students wish to go or return in a manner other than school provided transportation. Such request must be made in writing and
given to the activity sponsor. Trips are generally scheduled during the spring term. Trips will be educational in nature.
BAND
HIGH SCHOOL BAND is composed of those students in grades 9-12 who have met the requirements in Junior High Band and
who have the permission of the band director. The High School Band presents concerts for the school and general public and
performs at several contests representing the many facets of the band program. The High School Band provides spirit for all
football games and pep assemblies. The aim of the program is to help build responsible individuals and better citizens while
giving them knowledge of music and how it works. Students may be required to attend extra rehearsals and are required to be
present at all performances. Absence at performances of the band without good cause, such as illness or death in the family, is
grounds FOR A PROBATIONARY STATUS in band. Attendance constitutes a majority of the student’s grades.
JUNIOR HIGH BAND is composed of seventh and eighth grade band students, as well as any older students, who are ineligible
for High School Band and have the permission of the band director. This band performs in most school music concerts. Grades
are determined largely by class grades and daily work.
STAGE BAND is optional although woodwind players must be enrolled in regular band classes. Regular attendance at
rehearsals which are held outside regular class hours is required. The group performs in concerts, contests, and as
entertainment when requested.
SIXTH GRADE BAND is composed of those students in the sixth grade who desire to begin their band career. Sixth grade band
is a learning experience for those students who wish to learn the basics. The aim of the program is to help build responsible
individuals and better citizens while giving them knowledge of music and how it works. Students may be required to attend extra
rehearsals and are required to be present at all performances.
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INTERMEDIATE HONOR CHOIR provides the opportunity for 4-6 grade boys and girls to participate in a performance-oriented
group that performs at school and some off-campus locations. Rehearsals are scheduled after school. Entry is by audition only.
Students have the opportunity to audition during their regularly scheduled activity time. Honor choir is an extra-curricular activity.
STUDENT COUNCIL
High School Student Council representatives will be elected from each designated homeroom in grades 9-12. Representatives
must meet grade and conduct requirements as stated in the Student Council Constitution. Only grades 9-12 will be voting
members. The purpose of this organization is to provide government and unity to students, teachers, and administration.
Junior High Student Council representatives will be elected from each homeroom in grades 7-8. Only eighth graders may hold
the office of president and vice-president. Representatives must meet grade and conduct requirements as stated in the Student
Council Constitution.
Intermediate Student Council representatives will be elected from each room in grades 4-6 at the beginning of the school year.
The purpose of this organization is to provide unity to students, teachers, and administration.
PROCEDURES FOR ELECTION/REMOVAL OF OFFICERS
These procedures shall apply to all class elections and any organizations not governed by a state or national charter.
FILING: Offices are open for all members of the class or organization. Students interested in filing for office must come by the
sponsor’s classroom to file for office. The filing period will be one school day, from 8:15 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. Students will receive
a copy of the duties, responsibilities and qualifications (if any) for the office for which they are filing.
CAMPAINING: A meeting of the class or organization will be held within one week of the filing period. At this meeting, each
candidate who filed for office will make a campaign speech, noting their qualifications for office. Following the meeting,
campaigning may take place. The day for casting of ballots will be no more than one week from the previous meeting, and
campaigning may be conducted in the interim, as long as it is not disruptive to the learning process.
BALLOTING: The voting period will be one school day from 8:15 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. A list of those eligible a to vote will be given
to the supervisor of the polling place. Students will sign a voter’s registration sheet before being given a ballot. All ballots will be
cast in a private polling area and will be deposited into a slotted ballot box.
RESULTS: At the closing of the polls, a committee of three, two teachers and one student, will count the ballots and post the
results on the door of the balloting area and in the student bulletin case. Should no student receive a majority, the same
procedure will be duplicated within the two top candidates.
REMOVAL FROM OFFICE: All elected officers must realize that the holding of an elected office requires service to that position
and organization.
An elected officer may be recalled from the office with 25% of the membership signing a recall petition showing cause. Prior to
any recall petition being circulated by the class or organization membership, a meeting will be held with officer in question, the
sponsor of the class/organization and the building administrator to explain the charges and the process to be followed, insuring
that the officer is afforded his/her due process rights.
The signed petition will be presented to the building Student Council sponsor; the sponsor will present the petition to the Student
Council for their investigation. Parties to both sides of the dispute will be allowed to address the Student Council if they so
desire. At the request of the officer being recalled, the hearing before the Student Council may be a closed hearing. If, upon
completion of their investigation, the Student Council determines cause to exist, the recall will be allowed to proceed. The vote of
the Student Council will be by secret ballot. This investigation will take place no more than five (5) school days after presentation
of the recall petition to the Student Council sponsor.
At any time during this process, either party may visit with the sponsor in charge, the building counselor, or the building principal.
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PROCEDURE FOR ELECTING QUEEN CANDIDATES
To be a queen candidate, a student must be currently enrolled in grades 9-12. The athletes (basketball players for basketball,
football players for football, wrestlers for wrestling) will nominate two senior queen candidates and two attendants from each
class. The student body will then elect a senior as queen. Once a person has served as queen during the school year, she may
not be considered as a candidate for any queen position that school year.
LETTERING REQUIREMENTS
It is the responsibility of the coach/instructor to notify the athletic director/assistant principal of each student completing the
requirements for lettering. The letter will be worn only on the official McLoud Redskin Letter Jacket. The official McLoud Letter
Jacket has a red body with white sleeves. A McLoud Letter “M” may not be displayed on any other color-combination letter
jacket worn at school or during school functions. The school shall contract with a supplier at least once per school year to
provide an opportunity for students to purchase a letter jacket at a competitive price.
FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL, WRESTLING, SOCCER, BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, GOLF, CHEERLEADERS, BAND/COLOR
GUARD
1. An athlete/band member must finish the season.
2. Lettering an injured athlete/band member is at the discretion of the coaching staff and administration.
3. Athletes/band members must maintain all grade eligibility requirements.
4. Equipment must be turned in or paid for before the athlete/band member will be awarded a letter.
5. Seniors who have participated for three years will letter.
6. Managers must finish the year in good standing and must have given exceptional service.
7. Junior varsity playing time does not count toward a letter.
8. Athletes/band members must participate fully in scheduled practices and be enrolled in the regularly scheduled sports
or band hour.
9. Athletes/band members must meet the following requirements for individual sports/band:
Football – play in at least 10 quarters
Basketball – play in at least 20 quarters
Wrestling – wrestle in at least 10 matches
Soccer – play in at least 4 halves
Baseball and Softball – play in ½ of the total innings of the regular season and tournaments
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Golf – play in ½ of the tournaments
Cheerleaders – attend the clinic designated by the sponsor for that year and not miss a varsity game or match
game unless the absence is excused by the sponsor.
Band/Color Guard – attend and perform at 80% of all Band rehearsals and have no more than 1 unexcused
absence from performances.
DRAMA AND SPEECH
A student must meet one of following requirements to letter in Drama or Speech:
1. Students must qualify in four events at a speech tournament for Regional Speech competition.
2. Students must have a major role in a major production and qualify for Regionals in two events at a speech tournament.
3. A student must have a major role in a one act play and qualify in three events for a Regional speech tournament.
4. A student must place in the top three in one event at the State Speech Tournament.
5. A student must make a major technical contribution on three major productions.
6. A student must have a major role in two major productions.
7. The instructor and administration will be able to make special consideration in certain cases where a student has put in
an extraordinary amount of special work.
ACADEMIC LETTER QUALIFICATION
In order for a student to be eligible to apply for an academic letter, the following requirements must be met:
1. Determine eligibility.
a. Top 10% based on Academic Ranking after 6 semesters.
b. Must have attended McLoud High School at least the previous year.
c. Must have fulfilled or be enrolled in the Honor Tier program.
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d. Must score satisfactory or higher on all state required End of Instruction tests.
2. Obtain an application form and the deadline date from the high school principal
3. Obtain a copy of transcript from the high school office to be submitted with application.
4. Compose a letter to accompany application that explains the reasons for applying for this award. This letter should
detail participation in organizations, school and community services, extra-curricular activities, honor classes, and any
other honors received.
5. Submit signed and completed application form, personal letter, and transcript copy to the high school principal prior to
the deadline date.
VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE
In order to recognize and pay tribute to veterans who left high school prior to graduation to serve in World War II or the Korean
War, an Oklahoma state law has been enacted which authorizes school districts to grant high school diplomas to those veterans
who are eligible. To be eligible for a high school diploma pursuant to this act a veteran shall:
1. Have been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
2. Have served on active duty or have been discharged with a service-connected disability between the dates of
September 16, 1940 and December 31, 1946 or between the dates of June 17, 1950 and January 31, 1955.
3. Be a resident of the state of Oklahoma.
The date of November 11 is hereby designated “Veterans Day” in and for the public schools of this state. In any year in which
the date of November 11 is a Saturday or Sunday or classes are not in regular session, the public schools of this state shall
observe the previous school day as “Veterans Day” as provided for in this section.
THE MCLOUD PRIDE
P erseverance
R espect
I ntegrity
D etermination
E nthusiasm
Mission statement: The PRIDE consists of a partnership of staff and students who emphasize the importance of training to
enhance and acknowledge character building within our student body. The PRIDE is a character building program designed to
instill school spirit into our students.
ACTIVITY STUDENT/STUDENT DRIVER DRUG TESTING POLICY
The McLoud Board of Education adopts this policy for drug testing in an effort to:
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1. Protect the health and safety of students participating in extracurricular activities from illegal and/or performance-
enhancing drug use and abuse, and because of the distinction participation brings to students, set an example of being
drug-free to other students.
2. Protect the health and safety of those on parking areas on District premises from the adverse affects drug use may
have on the operation of motor vehicles.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE AND INTENT
Although the Board of Education, administration, and staff desire that every student in the McLoud Public School District refrain
from using or possessing illegal drugs, district officials realize that their power to restrict the possession or use of illegal and
performance-enhancing drugs is limited.
Therefore, this policy governs only performance-enhancing and illegal drug use by students participating in certain extra-
curricular activities and student drivers. The sanctions imposed for violations of this policy will be limited soley upon limiting the
opportunity of any student determined to be in violation of this policy to a student’s privilege to participate in extra-curricular
activities and/or drive a motor vehicle on any McLoud School campus. No suspensions from school or academic sanctions will
be imposed for violations of this policy.
This policy supplements and complements all other policies, rules, and regulations of the McLoud Public School District
regarding possession or use of illegal drugs.
Participation in school-sponsored interscholastic extra-curricular activities is a privilege. Students who participate in these
activities are respected by the student body and are representing the school district and the community. Accordingly, students in
extra-curricular activities carry a responsibility to themselves, their fellow students, their parents, and their school to set the
highest possible examples of conduct, sportsmanship, and training, which includes avoiding the use or possession of illegal
drugs.
The purposes of this policy are five-fold:
1. To educate students of the serious physical, mental and emotional harm caused by illegal drug use.
2. To alert students with possible substance abuse problems to the potential harms that drug use poses for their physical,
mental, and emotional well being and offer them the privilege of competition as an incentive to stop using such
substances.
3. Ensure that students adhere to a training program that bars the intake of illegal and performance-enhancing drugs.
4. To prevent injury, illness, and harm for students that may arise as a result from illegal and performance enhancing drug
use.
5. To offer students practices, competition and school activities free of the effects of illegal and performance-enhancing
drug use.
Permission to drive a motor vehicle onto and park on District premises is a privilege granted to students. This privilege is
conditioned upon the student driver complying with several rules, such as providing evidence the student has a license to
operate a motor vehicle, having verification of insurance, and ensuring whatever vehicle the student drives onto school property,
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regardless of who owns the vehicle or rides in the vehicle, is clean of all items not allowed on District property under school
discipline codes and handbooks. The privilege of driving a vehicle onto District property may be taken away for failure to comply
with these requirements and may also be taken away for failure to operate a vehicle in a safe manner on District premises.
The District has a vital interest in seeing that students, staff, patrons, and visitors on District premises are not subjected to harm
due to the operation of vehicles. That interest in safety is adversely affected if drivers on District premises have performance-
enhancing or illegal drugs or alcohol or other mood-altering chemicals in their system.
In summation, the purpose of this policy’s application to students who drive vehicles onto District premises is to protect the health
and well being of students, staff, patrons, and visitors who drive onto District premises or walk across District parking lots and ot,
her areas in which motor vehicles are permitted.
Illegal and performance-enhancing drug use of any kind is incompatible with the physical, mental, and emotional demands
placed upon participants in extra-curricular activities and upon the positive image these students project to other students and to
the community on behalf of the McLoud Public School District. For the safety, health and well being of students in extracurricular
activities the McLoud Public School District has adopted this policy for use by all participants in interscholastic extra-curricular
activities in grades 7-12.
The administration may adopt regulations to implement this policy.
I. Definitions
“Activity Student” means a member of any middle school or high school McLoud Public School District sponsored extra-curricular
organization which participates in interscholastic competition. This includes any student that represents McLoud Schools in any
extra-curricular activity in interscholastic competitions, such as FFA, FHA, Academic Team, Band, Vocal, PomPon, Cheerleader
and Athletics.
“Student Driver” means any student who operates a motor vehicle on District premises.
“Drug use test” means a scientifically substantiated method to test for the presence of illegal or performance-enhancing drugs or
the metabolites thereof in a person’s urine.
“Random Selection Basis” means a mechanism for selecting activity students/student drivers for drug testing that:
A. result in an equal probability that any activity student/student driver from a group of activity student/student drivers
subject to the selection mechanism will be selected and
B. does not give the School District discretion to waive the selection of any activity student/student driver selected under
the mechanism.
“Performance-enhancing drugs” include anabolic steroids, and any other natural or synthetic substance used to increase muscle
mass, strength, endurance, speed or other athletic ability. The term “performance-enhancing drugs” does not include dietary or
nutritional supplements such as vitamins, minerals and proteins, which can be lawfully purchased in over-the-counter
transactions.
“Positive” when referring to a drug use test administered under this policy means a toxicological test result which is considered to
demonstrate the presence of an illegal or a performance-enhancing drug or the metabolites thereof using the standards
customarily established by the testing laboratory administering the drug use test.
“Reasonable suspicion” means a suspicion of illegal or performance-enhancing drug use based on specific observations made
by coaches/administrators/sponsors of the appearance, speech, or behavior of an activity student/student driver; the reasonable
inferences that are drawn from those observations; and/or information of illegal or performance-enhancing drug use by an activity
student/student driver supplied to school officials by other students, staff members, or patrons.
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II. Procedures
Each activity student shall be provided with a copy of the “Student Drug Testing Consent Form” which shall be read, signed and
dated by the student, parental or custodial guardian and coach/sponsor/principal or designee before such student shall be
eligible to practice or participate in any extra-curricular activities/drive a motor vehicle on any McLoud School campus.
The consent requires the activity student/student driver to provide a urine sample: (a) as part of the student’s annual physical or
for eligibility for participation; (b) when the activity student/student driver is selected by the random selection basis to provide a
urine sample; and (c) at any time when there is reasonable suspicion to test for illegal or performance-enhancing drugs. No
student shall be allowed to practice or participate in any extra-curricular activities involving interscholastic competition or to drive
a motor vehicle on any McLoud School campus unless the student has returned the properly signed “Student Drug Testing
Consent Form.”
Prior to the commencement of drug testing each year an orientation session will be held with each Activity Student/Student
Driver to educate them of the sample collection process, privacy arrangements, drug testing procedures and other areas which
may help to reassure the activity student/student driver and help avoid embarrassment or uncomfortable feelings about the drug
testing process.
Each Activity Student shall receive a copy of the Activity Student Drug Testing Policy. The head coach/sponsor/principal or
designee shall be responsible for explaining the Policy to all prospective students, and for preparing an educational presentation
to acquaint the student with the harmful consequences of drug and alcohol use and abuse.
Drug use testing for Activity Students/Student Drivers will also be chosen on a random selection basis monthly from a list of all
Activity Students who are involved in off-season or in-season activities and from a list of all student drivers. The McLoud Public
School District will determine a monthly number of student names to be drawn at random to provide a sample for drug testing for
illegal drugs or performance enhancing drugs.
In addition to the drug tests required above, any Activity Student/Student Driver may be required at any time to submit to a test
for illegal or performance-enhancing drugs, or the metabolites thereof when an administrator, coach, or sponsor has reasonable
suspicion of illegal or performance-enhancing drug use by a particular student.
Any drug use test will be administered by or at the direction of a professional laboratory chosen by the McLoud Public School
District. The professional laboratory shall be required to use scientifically validated toxicological testing methods, have detailed
written specifications to assure chain of custody of the specimens, and proper laboratory control and scientific testing.
All aspects of the drug use-testing program, including the taking of specimens, will be conducted so as to safeguard the
personal, and privacy rights of the student to the maximum degree possible. The test specimen shall be obtained in a manner
designed to minimize intrusiveness of the procedure. In particular, the specimen must be collected in a restroom or other private
facility behind closed stall. The principal/athletic director or designee shall designate a coach, sponsor, or school employee of
the same sex as the student to accompany the student to a restroom or other private facility behind a closed stall. The monitor
shall not observe the student while the specimen is being produced, but the monitor shall be present outside the stall to listen for
the normal sounds of urination in order to guard against tampered specimens and insure an accurate chain of custody. The
monitor shall verify the normal warmth and appearance of the specimen. If at any time during the testing procedure the monitor
has reason to believe or suspect that a student is tampering with the specimen, the monitor may stop the procedure and inform
the principal/athletic director or designee who will then determineif a new sample should be obtained. The monitor shall give
each student a form on which the student may list any medications legally prescribed for the student he or she has taken in the
preceding thirty (30) days. The parent or legal guardian shall be able to confirm the medication list submitted by their child during
the twenty-four (24) hours following any drug test. The medication list shall be submitted to the lab in a sealed and confidential
envelope and shall not be viewed by district employees.
An initial positive test result will be subject to confirmation by a second and different test of the same specimen. The second test
will use the gas chromatography/mass spectrometry technique. A specimen shall not be reported positive unless the second test
utilizing the gas chromatography/mass spectrometry procedure is positive for the presence of an illegal drug or the metabolites
thereof. The unused portion of a specimen that tested positive shall be preserved by the laboratory for a period of six (6) months
or the end of the school year, whichever is shorter. Student records will be retained until the end of the school year.
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III. Confidentiality
The laboratory will notify the principal/athletic director or designee of any positive test. To keep the positive test results
confidential, the principal/athletic director or designee will schedule a conference with the student and parent or guardian and
explain the student’s opportunity to submit additional information to the principal/athletic director or designee or to the lab. The
McLoud Public School District will rely on the opinion of the laboratory which performed the test in determining whether the
positive test result was produced by something other than consumption of an illegal or performance-enhancing drug.
Test results will be kept in files separate from the student’s other educational records, shall be disclosed only to those school
personnel who have a need to know, and will not be turned over to any law enforcement authorities.
IV. Appeal
An Activity Student/Student Driver who has been determined by the principal/athletic director or designee to be in violation of this
policy shall have the right to appeal the decision to the Superintendent or his/her designee(s). Such request for a review must be
submitted to the Superintendent in writing within five (5) calendar days of notice of the positive test. A student requesting a
review will remain eligible to participate in any extra-curricular activities until the review is completed. The Superintendent or
his/her designee(s) shall then determine whether the original finding was justified. No further review of the Superintendent’s
decision will be provided and his/her decision shall be conclusive in all respects. Any necessary interpretation or application of
this policy shall be in the sole and exclusive judgment and discretion of the Superintendent which shall be final and not open to
appeal.
V. Consequences
Any Activity Student/Student Driver who tests positive in a drug test under this policy shall be subject to the following restrictions:
A. For the First Offense
The activity student shall miss one (1) school-sponsored event and return a negative drug use test before reinstatement to the
program. Before resuming the activity, the student must show proof that the student has received drug counseling from a
qualified drug treatment program or counseling entity. This will be done at the student’s expense. If the student is not in an
activity during the period of ineligibility for a positive drug test due to injury, academic ineligibility or the games or competition for
that activity are finished or have not begun for that school year and, therefore, does not miss the minimum, then the student will
be required to miss the minimum after he/she returns from the injury, becomes eligible or the activity resumes in the following
school year or begins later in the same school year. These restrictions and requirements shall begin immediately following the
determination of an observed violation or the reporting of the results of a positive alcohol or drug use test. Such period of
ineligibility will extend into a succeeding school year if necessary to fulfill the period of ineligibility.
A student driver will not be allowed to drive on campus for one (1) month and must return a negative test and show proof the
student received drug counseling from a qualified drug treatment program or counseling entity before driving privileges are
reinstated.
Each student who tests positive will be required to pay for the additional tests.
B. For the Second Offense (In the same school year):
The activity student who tests positive a second time will be prohibited from participating in any school sponsored event until
he/she can provide verification that he/she has been drug free for three (3) months. In addition, the student must successfully
complete at least 4 hours of substance abuse education/counseling from a qualified drug treatment or counseling entity. This will
be done at the student’s expense. The ability for the student to provide three (3) negative drug use tests will serve as
verification. The third (3rd) test must come at the end of the penalty.
The student driver who tests positive a second time will be prohibited from driving a motor vehicle on any McLoud School
campus until he/she can provide verification that he/she has been drug free for three (3) months. In addition, the student must
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successfully complete at least 4 hours of substance abuse education/counseling from a qualified drug treatment program or
counseling entity. This will be done at the student’s expense. The ability for the student to provide three (3) negative drug use
tests will serve as verification. The third (3rd) test must come at the end of the penalty.
Such period of ineligibility will extend into a succeeding school year if necessary to fulfill the period of ineligibility. Offenses shall
not accumulate from school year to school year, the three (3) month period of ineligibility from participation in all school activities
or driving on campus shall come into play only when two (2) offenses are committed in the same school year.
C. For the Third Offense (in the same school year):
If an activity student tests positive for the third time during a school year, the student will be unable to participate in any activity
for eighteen (18) weeks and he/she returns three (3) negative test results. The third (3rd) negative test must come at the end of
the penalty.
If a student driver tests positive for the third time during a school year, the student will be unable to drive on campus for eighteen
(18) weeks and he/she returns three (3) negative test results. The third (3rd) negative test must come at the end of the penalty.
Such period of ineligibility will extend into a succeeding school year if necessary to fulfill the period of ineligibility. Offenses shall
not accumulate from school year to school year; the eighteen (18) weeks period of ineligibility from participation in all school
activities or driving on campus shall come into play only when three (30 offenses are committed in the same school year.
VI. Sample Provision
Students unable to provide a sample in a reasonable amount of time (2 hours) shall be ineligible to participate in activities or
driving until a negative test can be provided. It will be the responsibility of the student or parent to provide transportation to the
testing company used by McLoud Public Schools.
VII. Refusal to Submit to Drug Use Test
A participating student, who refuses to submit to a drug test authorized under this policy, shall not be eligible to participate in any
activities covered under this policy including all meetings, practices, performance and competitions for the remainder of the
school year. Additionally, such student shall not be considered for any interscholastic activity honors or awards given by the
school.
McLoud Public Schools is committed to cooperating with parents/guardians in an effort to help students avoid illegal drug use.
The McLoud Public School District believes accountability is a powerful tool to help some students avoid using drugs and that
early detection and intervention can save lives.
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