2016-17
White Station High School’s
Students’ & Parents’
Handbook
Mr. David Mansfield
Principal
SPARTAN
EXCELLENCE
White Station High School
514 South Perkins
Memphis, TN 381
901.416.8880 (Office)
901.416.8910 (Fax)
[email protected]
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David Mansfield, Principal
White Station High School
514 South Perkins Road
Memphis, Tennessee 38117
E-MAIL: [email protected]
Phone: 901. 416.8880
Fax: 901. 416.8910
August 08, 2016
Spartans,
As we approach the 2016 – 2017 school year, it is my privilege to welcome you to what is sure
to be a challenging and rewarding year. The faculty, staff and administration stand ready to
share experiences and provide opportunities as the Spartan community continues its quest for
academic and extra-curricular successes.
We commit to establish a climate where everyone is valued, accepted and respected. We wish
to enhance your social and personal growth through WSHS’s numerous community events and
activities. Therefore, all Spartans are encouraged to become involved in our outstanding
educational community where success is expected for all.
With Spartan Pride,
David Mansfield
Principal
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WHERE TO LOOK FOR INFO
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Principal’s Welcome Letter
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Administrators’ Offices
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SCS School Calendar
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Bell Schedules with Lunch Plan
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Report Card/Progress Report Schedules
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Grading Scale
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School Procedures & Policies
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Mission, Vision, & Staff Beliefs
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SPARTAN Code
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Attendance
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Arrival on Campus
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Tardies/Check-in Procedure
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Tardy Policy & Procedures
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Early Dismissal Procedure
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Afternoon Dismissal
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Absence Policy & Procedure
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College Visitation
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Excessive Absence Consequences
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Make-up Work
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Hall Passes
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Extra-curricular Activities
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Dress Code Policy
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Conduct
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General Conduct
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Bullying/Hazing
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Class Cutting________________________________________________ 19
Leaving Campus w/o Permission ________________________ 19
Cheating
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Plagiarism
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Displays of Affection
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Gambling & Card Playing
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Selling of Unauthorized Items
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Bus Behavior
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Electronic Devices
21
Gang Affiliation
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Smoking
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Cafeteria Regulations
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Student Parking_____________________________________________ 24
Going to the Parking Lot
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Academics
25
Grade Point Average & Class Rank
25
Quality Points Scale
25
Honor Roll
25
Library
25
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Internet Policy
Virtual School _______________________________________________
Promotion Policy
College Admission Testing
Advanced Placement
Optional Program
Transfers
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Miscellaneous Procedures & Policies
Assemblies
Lockers
Textbook Accountability
Medications
Lost & Found
Telephone Messages
Bookstore
Fee Waivers
Attendance Verification Forms for Driver’s Permit
Posters & Signs
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Guidance Program
Homebound Instruction
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Extra-Curricular Activities
For Seniors Only
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SPARTAN EXCELLENCE
Doing the right thing when
nobody is watching.
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Your Administrators and Staff
ADMINISTRATION
Principal
Vice Principal
Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal
David Mansfield
Carrye Holland
Michael Bailey
Harold Bouldin
Anthony Bowen
Arkisha Wilson
M145
FA118
M142
FA117
M143
M144
416-8886
416-8893
416-7905
416-7915
416-0298
416-7918
Dena Miller
Stephanie Schuester
Syretta Dodson
Christine Lowe
Zellaery Smith
Dino Brown
Jasmine Oliver
M113
M145
M128
M145
FA117
M141
M128
416-8895
416-8881
416-8884
416-8880
416-7934
416-2477
416-7914
Tammie Hayes
Terry NeSmith
Susan Satar
Bond Smith
On call
A101
A101
416-2318
416-2318
Leslie Fleming
Heather Heaston
Stefanie McClain
Tamala Brown
Candace Smith
E205B
E205D
E205E
E205F
FA117
416-8894
416-7935
416-7920
416-7906
416-7917
Librarians
Cathy Doyle
Susan Carlson
Circulation Desk
M106
M107
416-7905
416-8882
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Disiplinary Actions
Harold Bouldin
Arkisha Wilson
Anthony Bowen
Michael Bailey
CLERICAL STAFF
School Secretary (Financial)
Main Office
SMS Secretary
Attendance
Freshman Academy
Discipline
Records
Instructional Support Staff
Professional Learning Coach
Professional Learning Coach
Instructional Facilitator
Family Engagement Specialist
School Psychologist
Professional School Counselors
A-E
F-K
S-Z
L-R
10th- 12th
10th- 12th
10th -12th
10th -12th
12th
12th
10th
11th
9th
th
th
10 – 12
10th – 12th
10th – 12th
All 9th Grade
Students = A thru G
Students = H thru O
Students = P thru Z
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SCHEDULE for Daily Bells 2016-17 7:15AM Start Time
7:05 AM
First bell: report to class from Cafeteria
7:15 AM
10 minutes
Begin 1st Period (Uniform compliance checks)
7:25 AM
After this time
Students must have a check-in slip from Attendance Office
8:10 AM
55 minutes
End 1st Period
8:15 AM
5 minutes
9:05 AM
50 minutes
9:10 AM
5 minutes
10:00 AM
50 minutes
10:05 AM
5 minutes
10:55 AM
50 minutes
11:00 AM
5 minutes
11:25 AM
25 minutes
11:30 AM
5 minutes
11:55 AM
25 minutes
12:00 PM
5 minutes
12:25 PM
25 minutes
12:30 PM
5 minutes
1:20 PM
50 minutes
1:25 PM
5 minutes
Tardy to 7th Period
2:15 PM
50 minutes
SCHOOL IS OUT
2:45 PM
Tardy Bell to 2nd Period
2nd Period Ends
Tardy Bell to 3rd Period
3rd Period Ends
Tardy Bell to 4th Period
4th Period Ends/A Lunch Reports to Cafeteria
Tardy Bell to 5thPeriod
A Lunch Ends
Tardy Bell to 5thPeriod for A Lunch/Release B Lunch
B Lunch Ends
Tardy bell return to 5th period for B/Release C Lunch
C Lunch Ends /All students move to 6th period
Tardy to 6th Period
6th Period Ends
Administrators ensure all students have departed the building.
Student/Teacher lunch time is determined by the location of your 5th period class.
5th Period begins at 11:00 AM and ends at 12:25 PM (Total: 85 minutes)
Lunch Schedule
A Lunch 10:55-11:25
Freshman Building, 1st Floor Main Building, & Auditorium
B Lunch 11:30-11:55
2nd Floor Main Building, Basement,
C Lunch 12:00-12:25
East Annex, Portables, Gyms, Band, & ROTC
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2016-2017 Attendance and Report Card Periods
For Schools Following the District-wide Calendar
Twenty-Day
Attendance
Periods 20-Day
Period
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Begins
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Thursday
Friday
Friday
Monday
Ends
August 8
September 6
October 5
November 9
December 13
January 26
February 24
March 31
May 1
Friday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
Friday
Friday
September 2
October 4
November 8
December 12
January 25
February 23
March 30
April 28
May 26
Report Card and Progress Report Periods
Report
Card Period
st
1 9 Weeks
nd
2 9 Weeks
rd
3 9 Weeks
th
4 9 Weeks
Report Card
Period
Begins
August 8
Monday
Progress
Report
Period Ends
September 7
Wednesday
Progress
Report
Issued
September
14
Wednesday
November
16
Wednesday
Report Card
Period Ends
Report Card
Issued
Days in
Period
October 7
Friday
October 26
Wednesday
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October 17
Monday
November 8
Tuesday
December
16 Friday
January 11
Wednesday
41
Semester
January 3
February 1
Tuesday
Wednesday
February 8
Wednesday
March 10
Friday
84
March 29
Wednesday
47
March 20
Monday
April 26
Wednesday
May 26
Friday
Mailed
49
April 19
Wednesday
Semester
Year
96
180
Grading Scale
A.............93-100
B.............85-92
C.............75-84
D............70-74
F.............Below 70
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WHAT IS EXPECTED OF YOU
School Procedures & Policies
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Mission Statement
The mission of White Station High School is to be a diverse school community that (W)elcomes,
(S)upports, (H)eightens, and (S)trengthens both student achievement and creativity within a safe,
supportive environment. With the collaboration of faculty, staff, parents and the community, we
believe students can reach their greatest potential.
Vision Statement
Our vision is for White Station High School to be a student-centered, family-friendly school that
represents and appreciates a diverse population, fosters collaboration among parents, staff, and
students, and provides a quality education to each student served.
WSHS Staff Believes...
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Each student is a valuable human being with unique physical, social, emotional and intellectual
needs.
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Every student deserves a safe and comfortable environment in which to learn.
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A positive setting produces students who are well adjusted and self confident.
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We must be flexible and respect the fact that students learn in different ways.
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Students learn best when they have opportunities for success.
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Every student deserves activities that enhance learning.
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Teachers, parents, and students equally share the responsibility of the school's mission and this
mission is best accomplished with the support of the surrounding community.
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Culture diversity is our strength and an asset that promotes an appreciation for understanding
different people and cultures.
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Every White Station student is expected to be:
S-
Strong in Character
P-
Prepared to learn
A- At school and class on time
R-
Responsible for his/her actions
T-
Thoughtful and respectful to others
A- Aware of his/her attitudes
N- Number one in academic achievement
The policies outlined in the following sections of your handbook will give you
details about how this Spartan Code is exemplified in our school.
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ATTENDANCE
Arrival on Campus
Students arriving on campus before 7:05 AM must report to the cafeteria or library (open at 6:45).
Students may not walk the halls or go to lockers before the 7:05 bell rings. Supervision is offered only in
the cafeteria and library; therefore, students must remain in these areas until the 7:05 bell rings. Once a
student has arrived on campus, he/she may not leave campus without following normal checkout
procedures. Arriving on campus includes the school bus arrival and places the student under the school
rules for leaving campus. DO NOT get off the bus and think that it is OK to go to anywhere other
than the cafeteria or library.
Tardy Policy & Procedures
/Check-In Procedure
It is the expectation that WSHS students will be on time to school and to class. A student is considered
tardy at the 7:15AM bell. Students will go to their first period class until 7:25AM and are marked tardy
by the teacher. Teachers will record tardies in PowerSchool and have students comply with the classroom
tardy protocol. Students who arrive late due to a late bus will still need to check in with the main office to
ensure proper corrections are made to their attendance.
Students who come to school after 7:45AM will report to the MAIN office and must bring a note (with a
parent phone number) or be accompanied by the parent to explain the late arrival.
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All classroom doors will close when the bell rings to begin each class. At the beginning of the
day (after 7:25), students who are tardy to school must report to the main office for an admit to
class. If the student reports to class after 7:25, the student must have an admit from attendance.
The student’s teacher should implement the tardy sign-in protocol, and annotate class attendance
records.
Students who arrive after 7:45AM who do not have an admit to class, should report to the office
with a referral and the teacher’s hall pass. Teacher will annotate the student’s arrival time for
potential disciplinary action. Should the student not return to your class, notify administration for
follow-on actions. Throughout the remainder of the day, teachers should admit students to class
and implement the tardy protocol.
Students who enter the class after the first 20 minutes of instruction are considered to have an
unexcused absence or class cutting and are subject to disciplinary actions. The teacher must
diligently implement the tardy protocol and submit discipline referrals for habitual offenses. The
administration is totally dependent on your diligent recording of student tardies. Since we have no
data collection other than your input in SMS, the following guidelines apply to individual teacher
records and are not cumulative SMS data.
3 tardies -4 tardies –
Teacher Action: Parent phone calls/email/Parent conference
Teacher Action: Complete the intervention form and submit it to
the Instructional Support Team
5 or more tardies –
Teacher Action: Disciplinary Referral through the
Instructional Support Team to appropriate administrator
After a student has received the first referral for repeatedly being tardy continue to submit
referrals and progressive discipline will apply.
Habitual Tardiness may result in expulsion and referral to Alternative School
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Early Dismissal Procedure
1. The parent should come into the main office to check the child out of school. Freshmen may be
checked out in the Spartan Academy. The student should obtain a dismissal form before leaving
campus.
2. In the event that a parent is unavailable for check out, the student should submit a dismissal note
to the Attendance Secretary first thing that morning. This note must be from a parent and include
the student's name and grade, parent’s name, the reason and time for dismissal, and phone number
where the parent can be reached to verify the note. The parent may also send an email to the
main office Attendance secretary authorizing the student’s dismissal. Dismissal forms should be
picked up by the student prior to leaving the campus.
3. If the student must be dismissed during a class period, the student must pick up the dismissal slip
before entering that class (between classes or at lunch).
4. When a student becomes ill during the day, a hall pass should be obtained from the classroom
teacher before reporting to the main office to begin checkout procedures.
5. Except in extreme emergencies, all students are expected to remain in class until parents arrive.
Afternoon Dismissal
All students are required to leave the building by 2:30 p.m. unless involved in an activity supervised by a
faculty member. All students are required to leave campus by 2:45 p.m. No students should be in either
gym unless involved in an organized athletic practice with a supervising coach.
**NOTE TO PARENTS- Please ensure your child’s safety by making arrangements for him/her to be
picked up from school at the proper time. Regardless of weather conditions students will be asked to
leave the building no later than 2:45PM.
Absence Policy & Procedures
The day following an absence, students should present the first period teacher a written excuse which, (1)
states the date(s) and reason for the absence and (2) includes a phone number for contacting the
parent/guardian who has signed the note. All absences will be marked unexcused unless the student’s
note documents an excusable reason for absence. A student has 3 days upon return to submit absence
documentation. The student absentee report form (pink copy received from first period teacher) must be
signed by each subject teacher and then retained by the student for his/her records, even if a note is not
presented. The absence will be marked unexcused if the student does not bring a note. The form will be
turned in to the last period teacher.
According to SCS Board Policy, the following reasons constitute excused absences:
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Personal illness of the student
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Death or serious illness in the student’s immediate family
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Recognized religious holiday or event
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Validated court appearance of the student
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Any other unusual causes acceptable to the school’s principal, including approved schoolsponsored or school-approved activities
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One-day absence when the parent/guardian or custodian is deployed for military service and
one-day absence when the parent/guardian or custodian returns from military service
Absences for any reason other than those listed above are unexcused. Students with excessive
absences must meet with the appropriate Administrator to develop a plan to improve attendance.
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NOTE TO PARENTS: Regular doctors’ appointments and vacations must not be scheduled during
exams or inclement weather make-up days. Please do not schedule out of town trips that begin during the
last days of the semester. All students should be present for semester and final exams.
College Visitation
College Visitation
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Excused absences are allowed for college visitation by Juniors and Seniors only.
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Juniors and Seniors are each allowed two (2) approved days for college visits. Juniors
are allowed two (2) days for visits during the spring semester; seniors are allowed two
(2) days for visits during the fall semester.
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Students must obtain a form from their counselor’s website for these visits and submit
it to the appropriate Assistant Principal for pre-approval. Once approved students
must turn in the form to the Attendance secretary.
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The student should bring a formal acknowledgement from the college including the date
of the visit that states that the student was on a college visit there and turn in the
document to his/her 1st period teacher for an absentee form.
NOTE for Seniors: Approved college visitation days during the fall semester will not count against a
Senior when he/she is being considered for exam exemption; however, any visits taken in the spring
semester will count against exemption.
Excessive Absence Consequences
In relation to unexcused absences, parents will be contacted and progressive disciplinary measures
will be followed as outlined in SCS Board policy:
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Automated Phone Contact to Parent
Any absence

Warning letter informing parent/guardian of
3 unexcused absences
truancy laws; Mandatory Parent Conference
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Warning letter from the U.S. District Attorney
5 unexcused/10 excused absences
sent home; Mandatory Parent Meeting
w/Student Attendance Review Team (SART)
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Referral to Student Attendance Review Board (SARB)
10 unexcused absences
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Referral to state for drivers’ license denial/revocation
15 unexcused absences in a
Semester
Make-Up Work
According to SCS BOE Policy 5015 policy, all students have the opportunity to make-up assignments
missed due to excused or unexcused absences.
From BOE Policy 5015: “Regular attendance should be necessary for passing grades. In the event of an
excused absence, students are expected to make up work missed within a reasonable time. In the event
of an unexcused absence, one day of makeup time shall be allowed for each day of unexcused absence,
if the following conditions are met: The parent of a student or a student with an unexcused absence
must submit a written request to the teacher to makeup the work and must participate in an
appropriate intervention (e.g., student or parent conference with the teacher, Saturday school, on-line
tutorial, other appropriate intervention determined and scheduled by the teacher).
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For absences due to long-term suspension (over 10 days)/expulsion, the program of making up work
shall be in accordance with state law.”
Classwork and tests should be made up as soon as possible after the student returns to school. Most
teachers have designated a particular day/time period for make-up work to be completed; please check
with your teachers immediately upon your return for all missed work. All work missed due to unexcused
absences will be marked down points equivalent to one letter grade. If a student fails to make up missed
assignments and tests, the deficiencies shall be averaged with the other grades. The student is solely
responsible to request and complete any missed assignments. The teacher is not responsible or required
to request missed work from students. Assignments submitted late will averaged with grades for the
grading period and therefore must be completed prior to the end of the grading period in which the
assignments were missed.
Hall Passes
Students should not ask to leave class unless it is for an emergency. If permission is granted to leave
class, the teacher must issue and the student must carry an official hall pass at all times. The hall pass
must be worn visibly during time out of the classroom.
WSHS uses the “10 Minute Rule” in regards to hall pass use. Students will not be permitted to leave the
classroom for any reason during the first or last 10 minutes of class. Students will medical excuses for
certain breaks must ensure that teachers are aware of the condition and not abuse the exception.
Participation in Extracurricular Activities
Accumulation of tardies, excessive absences, and/or discipline infractions will jeopardize a student’s
ability to participate in and/or attend extracurricular activities, including but not limited to athletic
events, dances, plays, pep rallies, field trips, etc.
Prom is also considered an extracurricular activity. Attending prom is a privilege that may be revoked
at the discretion of school administration.
White Station High School Dress Code Policy
2016-17 DRESS CODE POLICY
The WSHS DRESS CODE Policy is an approved departure from the SCS Uniform Policy described in
SCS BOE Policy #6021. The changes were presented to the SBDMC and voted on by the parents of
WSHS students. Our focus is on appropriate attire that is not detrimental to the overall academic
environment with accepted modesty concerns. It must be understood by faculty, students, and parents
that any exception to the specifications listed in the WSHS Dress Code must be approved by the
building principal alone. Teachers, staff, and/or administrators will not authorize deviations to the
written policy without written approval from the Principal. (This includes any team or club wear that
does not meet the basic policy outlined below.) However, this restriction does not prohibit
administrators from making a judgment call on the acceptability of specific “questionable” clothing.
Pants (including jeans) must be worn at the waist, be appropriately sized with no rips, tears, or holes
and of a safe length. Tights, leggings or “jeggings” as pants may only be worn with a top that extends
to at least mid-thigh while standing.
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(Principal’s definition of acceptable pants: Pants for appropriate wear at school do not include
pajama pants; athletic clothing to include running pants or shorts, warmup pants or shorts for various
sports, and sweat pants.)
Skirts, dresses, and shorts may be worn no more than 4 inches above the bent knee. The length of the
outer garment must comply with this guideline regardless of any under garment such as tights. No color
restrictions.
Shirts, blouses, and dresses must have sleeves and must completely cover the abdomen, back, and
shoulders. Shirt sleeve length must not extend beyond the wrist. Shirts or tops must cover the waist
band of pants, shorts, or skirts (or be tucked in) with no midriff visible. No color restrictions.
Prohibited: Low-cut shirts or tops; extremely tight tops, tube tops, or any top that exposes cleavage;
see-through blouses, shirts, or tops regardless of opaque under garments.
Printed T-shirts (images or words) are White Station High School only. All WSHS t-shirts will be
allowed!
Head apparel (i.e., hoods, caps, hats, scarves, bandanas) must not be worn inside the building
including hallways, classrooms, cafeteria, auditorium, and gymnasiums except for religious or medical
reasons as acknowledged and approved by the principal
Footwear is required and must be safe and appropriate for both indoor and outdoor physical activity.
Prohibited: Flip flops, slide-on shoes, and sandals that do not have a heel strap that prevents the shoe
from sliding off.
Sweaters, sweatshirts, and lightweight jackets may be worn inside the school for warmth if the
garment is at least waist-length, appropriately sized, and is free of any restricted images.
Restricted Images: Any image including logos, designs, or words making racial, ethnic, gender or
sexual slurs are prohibited on any article of clothing. Clothing may not display artwork or words that
promote gang affiliation and/or illegal or inappropriate products such as alcohol, tobacco, or illegal
substances.
LIST OF PROHIBITED ITEMS (not specified above): Large, long, or heavy chains, studded or
chained accessories, sunglasses (unless medically directed), sleepwear, pajamas, house slippers/shoes
or blankets, and extremely high or stiletto heels.
The school administration reserves the right to determine whether a student’s attire is decent, safe,
and appropriate (non-distracting). The Principal may allow policy exceptions at his discretion.
These exceptions will be made public through school communications.
Consequences: Since the dress code was established at the will of the school population and approved
by vote, any deviation from the policy will be considered overt disregard and treated
with immediate corrective action or discipline.
Students who violate the dress policy will be asked to correct the problem before attending any
classes. Students may remove the inappropriate garment and leave it with the discipline office if the
simple removal places the student in compliance. If the student requires replacement attire, parents
will be contacted, if required, and the child will remain in ISS until appropriate attire is available.
Students who are unable to obtain suitable clothing for the day will be assigned immediately to ISS.
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Assignment to ISS is for a first offense only; repeat offenders may receive progressive discipline.
CONDUCT
General Conduct
It is the goal of WSHS administrators to avoid keeping a student from attending all of the regularly
scheduled classes. We implement classroom discipline, counseling, and parent conferences in an attempt
to avoid suspending any student. We depend on parental intervention as needed to correct inappropriate
behavior and attempt to advise parents early when students begin to behave in an inappropriate manner.
Should a student’s behavior or violation of the SCS Code of Conduct create a situation that leads to an
Out-of-School Suspension (OSS), the parent or guardian will be notified by school personnel of the
offense, the consequences, and the return date for the student. Parents are expected to come to the school
and meet with an administrator at the completion of the suspension to CLEAR the suspension.
Students are not prevented from returning to school on the day after the suspension END DATE;
however, if the parent is not with the student, the student must report to the administrator who issued the
suspension and contact the parent before the student is allowed to return to class. Ideally, parents should
accompany the student to the school for a face-to-face meeting with administration. WSHS administrators
will not clear suspensions over the phone. If a student is suspended for five days or more, the parent
MUST come to the school to clear the suspension and help in development of a re-entry plan and
behavior plan.
1. The first priority at White Station High School is for every student to learn at optimum levels. In
order for this to happen, the following classroom behaviors are expected:
a.
Respect the teacher and his/her right to teach.
b.
Respect fellow students and their right to learn.
c.
Be prepared for class each day, have materials and homework.
d.
Follow teacher’s directions the first time they are given.
e.
The first priority of our school is teaching and learning. Class misconduct that disrupts
teaching and learning will not be tolerated.
Lack of cooperation, excessive talking, getting out of assigned seat, repeatedly acting out and playing in
class will not be tolerated. Teachers will employ classroom discipline; however, students who continue to
misbehave will be removed from the classroom and disciplinary action will be taken.
2. Grounds for disciplinary action apply whenever the student’s conduct is reasonably related to
school or school activities, including but not limited to:
a. On school grounds before, during, or after school hours and at any other time when the school is
being used by a school group
b. Off school grounds at a school activity, function, or event or in capacity of representing the school
c. On a school bus, a school-sponsored vehicle (including personal vehicles when related to schoolsponsored activity) or on a MATA bus traveling to and from school
d. Traveling to and from school, a school activity, a school-related function, or school-related event
e. Elsewhere if conduct may reasonably be considered to be a threat or attempted intimidation of a
staff member or an interference with school purposes or an education function
f. Loitering or trespassing on the private establishments around our campus will not be permitted.
g. All suspensions must be cleared by a parent or guardian on the day the student returns to school.
h. Implied consent will guide administrators should individual circumstances in the school dictate a
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search of an individual’s locker, vehicle, and person. Every person and every article introduced to
the school or school grounds is subject to search at the discretion of the administration.
Administrators are only authorized to employ administrative consequences; therefore, any legal
action is the purview of law enforcement which is held to a different standard for searches.
Bullying
Bullying will not be tolerated. Serious disciplinary action will be taken towards any student(s) found to
be engaged in bullying or related behaviors including cyber-bullying. SCS BOE Policy 6046 describes in
detail the act and consequences for bullying, harassing, intimidating, or cyber-bullying. All expectations
and consequences at White Station will coincide with District guidelines.
Student harassment, intimidation, bullying or cyberbullying will not be tolerated. Additionally, the
following conduct will not be tolerated:
▪ Conduct aimed at defining a student in a sexual manner
▪ Conduct impugning the character of a student based on allegations of sexual promiscuity.
▪ Conduct motivated by any actual or perceived characteristic, including but not limited to, race, color,
religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, a mental,
physical or sensory disability, socio-economic or familial status.
Cyberbullying means bullying undertaken through the use of electronic devices. “Electronic devices”
includes, but are not limited to, telephones, cellular phones or other wireless telecommunication devices,
personal digital assistants, computers, electronic mail, instant messaging, text messaging and websites.
Hazing
Any form of hazing or “initiating” students into a group by means of embarrassment, stunts, physical
exertion, etc. is not sanctioned by White Station High School. Fraternity, sorority and social club
activities are prohibited at school and school activities. If these actions occur, students will be subject to
suspension, expulsion, or other suitable disciplinary action.
Class Cutting
Class cutting is considered truancy and will not be tolerated. Cutting class is missing class, for any
reason, when a student is present at school. Students who are purposely and excessively late to class (10
or more minutes) are also considered to be cutting class. If a student claims to have had an emergency,
the teacher will determine the validity of the claim and apply appropriate actions, up to and including a
referral to administration.
A student who cuts class during the school year will receive the following disciplinary actions:
First offense
– Mandatory Parent Conference (Overnight Suspension)
Second offense
– Referral to Instructional Support Team
Third offense
-- Disciplinary referral with progressive discipline
Every additional time a student skips class will result in further disciplinary measures as habitual
infractions based on SCS code of conduct.
Leaving Campus without Permission
Leaving campus without permission is dangerous and places a liability on school personnel who are
charged with the safety of all students during school hours or at school activities. Once a student arrives
on campus, he/she cannot leave the campus without being officially checked out of school by the parent
or guardian. Faculty and staff are not authorized to give students permission to go off campus. Students
who leave campus without permission and proper dismissal documentation will immediately receive an
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overnight suspension with a mandatory parent conference. Students may lose driving and parking
privileges if the offense is repeated. In the event of a second offense, parents will be notified that the
student will receive an Out-of-School Suspension. Students who continue to violate this aspect of the
Code of Conduct may be considered for expulsion.
Cheating
It is important that you attend a school where integrity is respected and your work is accepted as valid.
For this reason, cheating will not be tolerated. WSHS defines cheating as, but not limited to, any of
the following activities:
 Copying and or offering homework verbally, in written form, or by electronic means.
 Copying and/or offering answers on tests or quizzes verbally, in written form, or by electronic
means.
 Bringing in and using unauthorized information during class time, including information stored
in a calculator, camera, cell phone, etc.
 Offering or receiving information under circumstances when information is not to be shared.
 Having an outside person, including parents or tutors, complete assignments and submitting
the work as one’s own.
 Presenting collaborative work as independent work and independent work as collaborative. (In
group work, one person should not and will not bear the burden for the entire group
assignment.)
 Copying answers from answer guides in texts.
 Fabricating or “fudging” data, information, or sources; attempting to pass off made up material
as the result of genuine research efforts.
Plagiarism
The act of plagiarism may include direct copying, but it may also be more complex than verbatim
repetition. The following activities constitute plagiarism:
 Submitting images and/or documents in whole or in part from the internet without citation of
the sources(s).
 Copying another’s work.
 Using another’s ideas without proper citation.
 Incorporating portions of another’s writing within the context of your own work.
 Failing to acknowledge a source of information.
 Using “unique” phrases without citation.
 Using graphics, charts, diagrams, illustrations without citations.
**Consequences for Cheating/Plagiarism**:
Cheating and Plagiarism are considered both behavioral and academic offenses and may have
consequences in both areas. Whenever a student is caught cheating, he/she will receive an automatic
zero on that particular assignment/test and a lower conduct grade. The severity of the action may also
affect the student’s current/future participation in National Honor Society and other honor
organizations.
Displays of Affection
Excessive displays of affection (including but not limited to kissing, close contact, etc.) at school are not
appropriate behavior and may result in disciplinary action and notification of parents. According to
Shelby County Schools’ policy, displays of affection may be seen as sexual harassment. Students are
encouraged to report any unwanted physical contact to an administrator.
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Gambling & Card Playing
Gambling activities of any kind are prohibited on school grounds or while attending a school-sponsored
activity. Card playing is also prohibited. Teachers may on occasion use playing cards in an instructional
setting; this does not condone or excuse playing any specific card games as a diversion or otherwise.
Selling of Unauthorized Items/Distribution of Advertisements
Students are restricted from fundraising activities of any kind (sanctioned or personal) during the school
day. The selling of chips, candy, drinks, “burned” CDs, or any other item for personal gain is prohibited
on campus and may have disciplinary consequences. At a minimum, students who are found to be
conducting “business” during school hours will have their products confiscated and returned only to the
parent or guardian. The parent or guardian must retrieve the students “merchandise” within 72 hours or
the items will be disposed. In addition, advertisements for off campus events may not be distributed on
campus at any time.
Bus Behavior
The school bus and bus stop should be considered extensions of the WSHS campus. In relation to student
behavior, Bus drivers have the same authority as teachers. The instruction from the driver while riding
the bus must be obeyed. Student behavior on the school bus is expected to be appropriate and proper,
which means students should sit as instructed by the driver, refrain from eating or drinking, leave
electronic devices off, and keep their hands to themselves. Bus windows must remain closed. Being
disrespectful to the driver or to other students on the bus will result in disciplinary action and possible loss
of bus riding privileges. A write up from the bus driver will be treated by the administration similar to a
school discipline referral and may have the same consequences under the student Code of Conduct.
The SCS Transportation Division determines specific bus routes and determines ridership based on
established criteria, The Transportation Division provides Bus Passes for each eligible rider that lists the
route, pickup stop, and times. All Bus riders MUST have a bus card. Students will not be allowed to
board the bus without a bus pass. Students may only ride the bus for which they have a valid bus card.
If a student misplaces or destroys his/her bus pass, a replacement card be purchased for $2.00.
Replacement Bus passes will be made once a week. Students requiring a new bus pass must contact
Colonel Bailey and fill out a request form. Passes must be paid for when picked up. Colonel Bailey will
issue a temporary pass which will be good for three days.
Cell Phones
Almost every student has a cell phone and therefore almost every student will violate the
SCS policy about cell phones. Not every student will be caught, but getting away with
breaking a rule is not the way we expect our students to live each day. The policy states
that all students are banned from possessing a cell phone that is turned on, visible or
audible during the regular school day. The regular school day begins at 7:15AM and
doesn’t end until 2:15PM. This means using your cell phone during transitions in the
hall, in the study hall, in the cafeteria, in the auditorium, or gym is NOT OK. As we said
not everyone will be caught, but if you are caught be respectful and accept the
consequences. If you must bring your cell phone to school, put it in your locker or leave
it in your car.
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SCS BOE Policy 6024: Cell Phones
The increase in use of cell phones and personal communication devices by students during the school
day has become far more than a distraction in the school environment. These devices could be used by
students as a means of cheating on tests, taking inappropriate pictures and videos of students and staff
for sharing and posting across the internet, threatening and/or bullying other students, and engaging in
an excessive amount of social interaction during instructional time.
Although we understand that parents may feel more confident in student well-being when students
possess a cell phone during the day, cell phones are a detriment to the instructional environment.
Parents must refrain from calling or texting students during day which creates a violation of SCS
policy.
Therefore, all students are banned from possessing any type of phone or personal communication
device that is turned on or in visible/audible use at any time during the regular school day. For
the purpose of this policy, possession means being found in any article of clothing, purse, book bag,
carry bag, or in any location on school property except in the student’s locker. Students who wish to
carry a cell phone with them to and from school must keep the device turned off and stored (e.g., kept
in the student’s assigned locker or automobile at all times during the entire school day). The school
day is defined as the time a student enters the building in the morning until the 2:15 bell rings.
Electronic devices may not be used during study hall, lunch break, class changes, in the restroom or
any other activity that takes place between 7:00 and 2:15. Electronic devices are allowed during afterschool events where students are spectators or participants. Students may use electronic devices after
the 2:15 bell OUTSIDE the building.
District security officials may, if they have reasonable suspicion to do so, search any cell phone
brought onto any SCS property, which includes but is not limited to parking areas. Please be advised
that since electronic devices mentioned above are prohibited according to SCS policy, if these
items are lost, stolen or misplaced while in the student’s possession or after being confiscated, the
school cannot be held responsible. Furthermore, school personnel will not conduct investigations
regarding these items or search accused students for possession of these items. Stolen property may be
reported to the school resource officers (Shelby County Deputies) by the parents of the student
involved.
The mere ringing or buzzing of a phone during a class or other portions of the building is a violation of
the Cell Phone Policy. Teachers are authorized to confiscate cell phones that are on and create a
disturbance in the classroom. Students should surrender the cell phone and check with the appropriate
administrator after school. Students who refuse to surrender cell phones to teachers or administrators
are escalating the inappropriate behavior to insubordination and will receive disciplinary consequences
for this offense.
Consequences:
(1) First violation: A student possessing a cell phone or any type of communication device during
the school day shall have the device taken from him or her and kept by the school Principal or
designee until the parent is notified. The parent may pick up the device at a time and location
designated by the administrator at the close of the next school day following the day that the
parent received notification. Thereafter, the parent may pick up the device by appointment.
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(2) Any subsequent violation shall result in the device being taken from the student and retained for
a minimum of 24 hours and up to 72 hours.
(3) Thereafter, the parent may pick up the device by appointment. Moreover, for such subsequent
violation of this policy, the student may receive additional consequences in accordance with the
district-wide discipline policy.
(4) Refusal to surrender a cell phone that was discovered in violation of the policy and requested
by, but not surrendered to, a school employee will result in an Out of School Suspension for
Rules violation.
The District does not take responsibility for confiscated items and will not compensate the owner for
any lost, stolen, or damaged confiscated items while in the custody of the District.
Gang Affiliation
According to SCS policy, gang-related activities at school, school activities, and school-sponsored
events is strictly prohibited. Any type of blatant display of gang affiliation (ie., drawings or symbols,
bandanas, wearing inappropriate colored clothing and other “flags,” etc.) or any gang-related activity is
considered a Level 5 offense and will result in automatic 11-180 day expulsion. Students expelled for
gang-related activity must also participate in mandatory gang prevention counseling prior to returning
to school.
Smoking
The State Law in Tennessee makes it unlawful for students under the age of l8 to smoke. The use of
tobacco in any form by any student is prohibited on the school campus and all school activities.
Disciplinary action will result. Students under 18 may also be issued a Juvenile Summons if found to be
in possession of tobacco.
Cafeteria Regulations
1.
Breakfast is available for all students before school and must be eaten in the cafeteria. With the
exception of a late bus, it is the responsibility of the student to arrive at school early enough to
complete breakfast within the cafeteria and report to first period on time. Breakfast brought to
school must be consumed in the cafeteria. Breakfast will not be eaten in classrooms.
2.
WSHS is governed by a “closed campus” regulation and students may not leave campus for
lunch. (See the consequences for Leaving Campus without Permission)
3.
During lunch, students are restricted to the cafeteria and courtyard area unless under a teacher’s
supervision. Students are not permitted to wander around campus or be in classrooms without a
teacher’s supervision.
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Each student is responsible for disposing of trash in all areas including the picnic area. Food and
soft drinks are not to be taken from the cafeteria/picnic area.
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Students will exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. This includes leaving trash behind,
throwing food, etc. Failure to do so may result in cafeteria duty or other disciplinary action.
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No food is allowed anywhere in the school except the cafeteria. Students must not take any food
outside the cafeteria except to the picnic area. No drinks are allowed in the hallways except water.
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Throwing food can create a very dangerous condition and will result in automatic suspension.
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Students who choose to bring their lunch must consume the meal in the cafeteria or outside dining
area.
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Students must not order any food from local restaurants to be delivered to the school. Parents
should not attempt to bring food to students during the school day. The school will not interrupt
instructional time for a student to pick up lunch from a parent. Likewise, the school will not
accept responsibility for food delivered for a specific student.
Student Parking
Students who drive to school must park in the student parking lot north of the gym or in the east parking
lot behind the school.
The following are NO Parking areas:
 By the freshman academy
 In front of the East Gym
 Bus zones or Handicap spots
 Along the fence of the Baseball diamond
 Designated Faculty Parking spaces
All vehicles driven to school and parked on campus must be registered annually in accordance with
school parking regulations and a valid parking decal (cost = $5.00) must be placed in the lower corner of
the front windshield on the driver’s side. Parking is on a first come, first served basis. There is no
guarantee of parking space. After the first three weeks of school, automobiles parked on campus without
a parking decal may be towed at owner’s expense.
No one is permitted to return to a car during the school day.
Auto violations (no decal, parking in prohibited areas, reckless driving, etc.) will be subject to the
following action: 1st Violation – Student Conference 2nd Violation- Mandatory Parent Conference
3rd Violation – Loss of driving/parking privilege for remainder of year
Going to the Parking Lot
Students are not allowed in the parking lot during school hours. Vehicles cannot be used as lockers or
storage for projects or other materials needed during the school day. Being caught in the parking lot
between the hours of 7:15-2:15 will be considered class cutting and grounds for disciplinary action.
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ACADEMICS
Grade Point Average (GPA) and Class Rank
The grade point average (GPA) is computed for each student by using the semester grades for all high
school credits earned up until that point (includes grades received in 8th grade Honors Physical Science
and Honors Algebra I). Each semester letter grade receives a numerical value as shown on the Quality
Points Scale. These values are then added together and divided by the total number of grades used.
According to MCS Policy, WSHS encourages all of our students to participate in honors and advanced
placement courses.
Quality Points Scale
LEVEL
Traditional (4)
Honors (6)
Adv. Placement (8)
A
4
4.5
5
B
3
3.5
4
C
2
2.5
3
D
1
1
1
F
0
0
0
Note: Many colleges and universities disregard the quality point scale and recalculate GPA based
on a 4.0 scale.
Honor Roll
Principal’s Honor Roll:
Student has all As, all Es in conduct
Distinguished Honor Roll: Student has GPA of 3.6 or above, with no N or U in conduct, no Ds or Fs.
Honor Roll:
Student has GPA of 3.0 to 3.599 with no N or U in conduct, no Ds or Fs.
*This requirement includes conduct in study hall.
Library
The library will be open for student use from 6:30AM until 3:30PM each school day. The library is the
only location in the school that students may remain after 2:45PM. Students may only enter the
building early to use the library through the exterior library doors. Students may check out books for a
two week period. A fine will be assessed on overdue books. Hourly and daily reserve books must be
returned within the required time period. Students with outstanding fines at the end of the school year
will not receive report cards until the fines are paid.
Internet Policy
Students are responsible for good behavior on the Internet just as they are in the classroom or hallway.
Materials that are obscene, offensive, threatening, or otherwise intended to harass or demean recipients
must not be transmitted. Using the network is a privilege and entails responsibility. A student will lose
the privilege if any of the access rules are broken. All students must sign an Internet Acceptable Use
Agreement which will be on file in the library. Misuse of school computers or internet access may result
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in administrative disciplinary actions.
2016-17 Virtual School
NEW RULES ARE: part-time enrollment is available only to those students who are two credits
behind or fewer to graduate this upcoming school year. Minimum credit requirements are provided in
the table below. Students must have accumulated at least the number of credits shown for their grade
and semester in order to enroll in online courses on a part-time basis.
Because online courses require students to be self-directed and, often, to dedicate time outside of a
standard class schedule to this work, these enrollment criteria will help schools target students who
have demonstrated a reasonable level of success in passing courses to date and who have the bandwidth
to manage a small online course load. Students who do not meet minimum credit requirements will be
removed from online courses.
Promotion Policy
To qualify for the following grade levels, a student must have earned the number of credits as indicated
below AND passed English for his/her current grade level:
10th Grade- 6 units
11th Grade- 11 units
12th Grade- 16 units
Within SCS policy and capability, WSHS commits to providing our students interventions to recover lost
credits and providing academic acceleration for students behind in credits. Students should meet with
their specific counselor for information regarding academic interventions, such as Course Recovery,
Summer School, correspondence courses, e-learning, extended learning and tutoring.
College Admission Testing
ACT
See your counselor or visit http://www.act.org for further information.
Important Information for All Test-Takers
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Sunday administrations occur the day after each Saturday test date, for students who cannot test
on Saturday due to religious observance.
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U.S. registration materials that are mailed must be postmarked by the U.S. deadlines.
PSAT
This test will be given to participating sophomores and juniors at school during the fall semester.
Counselors will publicize the date and time as that information becomes available. This test is required
for students in the 11th grade. Also, it will be used as one of the criteria for consideration for Advanced
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Placement classes, so it may be wise for 10th graders considering application for 11th grade AP courses to
take it as well. See your counselor if you have additional questions.
PLAN/ACT
Tenth grade students will take the PLAN test in October. The PLAN predicts how well a student will
score on the ACT test. Eleventh grade students will take the ACT test in March during the school day.
No fee is charged for the ACT.
Any student desiring to take a dual enrollment or online course must get approval in advance. Contact
the guidance counselors for all dual enrollment and on-line courses enrollment forms.
Advanced Placement
An advanced placement (AP) course is an advanced course that, upon successful completion, grants
college credit to the student based on grades in the course and performance on the corresponding end of
the year exam. If you are interested in taking an AP course, be sure that you are aware of the
prerequisites and requirements to enter the course. See any AP teacher or guidance counselor for more
information.
The following Advanced Placement courses are offered at White Station:
Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Language,
English Literature, French Language, Human Geography, Latin-Vergil, Music Theory, Physics B,
Psychology, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art-Drawing, United States History, World History, and
European History, German, and Studio Art Design.
Students who are interested in taking Advanced Placement courses:
1. Must apply for desired advanced placement classes. Specific information about the
application process will be distributed during the spring semester.
2. Must be accepted into the program based on the following criteria:
a. Previous grades in related content area courses
b. ACT/SAT/PSAT and achievement test scores
c. Teacher recommendations
d. Student writing samples
e. Student portfolios or additional screening criteria (only in certain classes)
AP Exams will be administered in May each year and are required. Payment for AP exams is the
responsibility of the student/parent. Check with your counselor for the current cost for AP exams.
Optional Program
To remain in the optional program a student must maintain an average of C or above in each subject per
semester. Optional students who make a first semester D in any academic subject will not be approved for
renewal/admission; however, final report cards will be used to determine any status change.
Optional students must be familiar with the requirements for the program. All graduation requirements
must be taken at the honors levels. In order to be successful at the college or university level it is strongly
recommended that the optional students complete four (4) years of science while at White Station High
School. Students must take etymology during their sophomore year.
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Transfers
Students attending White Station on any type of transfer can be denied a renewal based on the following:
1. Unacceptable behavior or attendance (including tardies to school and/or to class)
2. One extended suspension for serious misconduct resulting in expulsion
3. One extended suspension for serious misconduct resulting in a statement from Pupil Services Center
that the student is being returned to the school on probation
4. Two extended suspensions for any reason
5. A combined total of four in-school suspensions, home suspensions, and/or disciplinary referrals to
the office
6. A combined total of fifteen absences and tardies
Students attending White Station on an optional transfer can be denied a renewal based on the following
criteria: A combined total of 15 or more absences or tardies, a semester grade of D or F in any class
and/or unsatisfactory conduct.
MISCELLANEOUS PROCEDURES & POLICIES
Assemblies
Unless otherwise indicated by an announcement from the office, students will sit where they are directed
by the administrators. Students are expected to be considerate and respectful during all assemblies.
Inappropriate behavior during assemblies will result in disciplinary action.
Lockers
Each student will have the opportunity to be assigned a locker for which he/she must pay a $5
maintenance fee to his or her 5th period teacher. No student should give his/her combination to other
students or allow other students to store belongings in his/her locker. Administrators have the right to
search any student’s locker should it become necessary.
Textbook Accountability
Textbooks will be distributed during the first week of school using an automated library system.
Beginning with seniors, students will receive all textbooks through their English classes. Students will
sign for their textbooks. Students are responsible for textbooks that are issued to them. Lost textbooks
are governed by Board of Education Policy #6134, which, in part, states that any lost or damaged book
must be paid for by the student, parent, or guardian. Any new book must be replaced at 100% of its
replacement price; any used book must be replaced at 75% of its replacement price. Restitution must be
made: (1) before new textbooks are issued; (2) before report cards or diplomas are issued, or (3) before
withdrawals are granted. Books with missing barcodes will be considered stolen, and the student will be
held to the above restitution policy. Students will normally return their textbooks prior to final exams.
Medications
Students may not have any medications (prescription or otherwise) on their body or any hand carried bag.
Any student needing to take medication at school must leave the medication within the main office. There
must be medical forms on file, completed by the student’s parent, in order for the student to take
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medication at school. The student may return to the office to see the nurse and to take this medication.
Discovery of medication in a student’s possession will result in disciplinary action.
Lost and Found
Students who have lost articles may inquire within the main office. If students find articles belonging to
others, they are expected to bring them to the office immediately.
Telephone Messages
The school does not call students from class to answer the telephone. Only emergency messages will be
delivered. Parents should not violate SCS Policy by calling students on personal cell phones
Fee Waivers
If you are eligible for free or reduced priced meals, you may be eligible for fee waivers. A fee waiver
form must be completed for a student to be considered for fee waiver. See the SMS secretary for fee
waiver information.
Attendance Verification Forms for Driver’s License/Learner’s Permit
Students desiring to obtain the Attendance Verification Form for the Tennessee Driver License or Learner
Permit should come to Attendance office and fill out a request form for this service. Requests will be
accepted Monday through Thursday and completed forms will be ready for pickup on Friday by 2:15PM.
Any absence from school in order to obtain a learner’s permit or driver’s license is unexcused. If a
learner’s permit will be needed during the summer, the attendance verification form must be requested at
least two weeks prior to the end of school.
Posters & Signs
All posters and signs that are placed within or on the exterior of the school or school grounds must be preapproved by the administration before they are placed. All WSHS organizations and clubs must have the
faculty or adult advisor complete a poster request form and receive administration approval prior to
placing the first poster/sign for display. Organizations will not receive blanket approval for various
posters over extended time, but must complete the appropriate form and receive individual approval for
every posting. Once the poster/sign has been approved for posting, the advisor will annotate each item to
be posted with the permit number. The permit number must be located on the front of the posting and
visible for inspection. Persons/organizations posting signs and/or posters are responsible for removal and
cleanup. All remnants of tape or other adhesives must be completely cleaned.
Candidates for school or club offices must comply with the above policy for campaign posters/signs. If
the club or organization has multiple students involved in displaying signs, the organization advisor
should bring all student candidates materials at one time for approval for collective approval. If a
particular sign or poster is disapproved by administration, the particular sign/poster will be resubmitted
for a separate permit number. Posted unapproved or disapproved material may result in progressive
discipline.
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GUIDANCE PROGRAM
The Guidance Department exists to assist students in gaining the maximum value from school
activities. Five full-time counselors offer the following activities:
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Assisting in planning the high school program
Assisting in making plans for life after school
Assisting in vocational planning
Counseling for students who need help with personal social and education problems
Coordinating and orchestrating Parent-Teacher conferences regarding student progress
Arranging for homebound instruction
Coordinating various mandated standardized testing, such as ASVAB, TCAP, EOC, PSAT,
PLAN, ACT, and TOEFL.
504 Services
Developing student Behavior Plans
See the guidance web site (the link can be found on the White Station High web site) for
important college and academic information.
A student should make an appointment to see a counselor before or after school or during a study hall,
if possible. Parents may either send a note with a student requesting a conference or call the
appropriate counselor. The school psychologist assigned to our school is located in the Guidance
Suite.
Homebound Instruction
Homebound Instruction is available for those students who, under the advice of a physician, must miss
school for an extended period of time. Parents should contact their counselors for information about
whether homebound instruction is an option for their child.
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Extra Curricular Activities
Student Council
White Station’s Student Council strives to be a voice for the student body throughout the school, to be
a positive presence within the community through outreach, mission work, and community service, and
to encourage school spirit.
Your student Council consists of representatives grades nine through twelve, ten officers-at-large of
Executive Board, ten elected officers of Executive Board, two members-at-large class officers to
represent each class, grades nine through twelve, and one or more faculty advisors. Applications for
class representatives are available at the beginning of the school year, and class officer elections are
held in the early fall. Executive Board nominations take place in April for the upcoming school year.
National Honor Society Membership
The National Honor Society (NHS) recognizes outstanding juniors and seniors who exhibit exemplary
qualities of scholarship, leadership, character, and service. Those students who demonstrate such
qualities and who have attended White Station High School for at least one semester are eligible for
membership in the Rhoshonda C. Price Chapter of NHS. In February, students with a minimum 3.85
weighted cumulative GPA are called to a meeting and advised of their potential eligibility for
membership in the WSHS Chapter of NHS. They will receive a Student Information Packet and learn
about the membership selection process. A minimum of two service activities and 25 service hours
are required for membership. A minimum of one leadership activity is also required for membership.
For students to be considered membership candidates, the Student Information Packet must be
complete, accurate, and handed directly to a sponsor by the February deadline.
Administrators and faculty consult the NHS character criteria before rating and commenting on
candidates with whom they have interacted professionally (homeroom teacher, subject teacher, coach,
club sponsor, hall monitor, etc.). The WSHS Honor Council consists of five faculty members who
have been appointed by the principal. This council will evaluate the Student Information Packet;
administrator and teacher ratings and comments; disciplinary records; and student conduct on report
cards to determine whether students exhibit exemplary qualities of leadership, service, and character.
Student disciplinary records will be checked for referrals and suspensions as well as conduct on report
cards for N’s and U’s. Teachers will be contacted for further information regarding the poor conduct
marks and/or referrals. Applicants who are approved by the Honor Council will be informed and
inducted as new NHS members in April.
Please contact your guidance counselor if you have any questions.
The International Thespian Society
Admission is extended to students who demonstrate unusual talent and interest in dramatics and who
achieve a 10-point rating based on society criteria.
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Mu Alpha Theta
Admission is extended to honors students who demonstrate superior ability in mathematics and have a 3.6
GPA in mathematics and a 3.0 overall GPA.
AJROTC
White Station's AJROTC program includes Battalion staff, Boys' Drill Team, Girls' Drill Team, Rifle
Team, and Color Guard.
Spartan Publications
THE SHIELD is our yearbook, edited by students, that depicts all phases of White Station life during the
school year.
THE SCROLL is our student newspaper, which offers students an opportunity for experience in reporting
and editing school news.
THE SCRIBBLER is our literary and art magazine, which contains creative work produced by students.
ATHLETICS
White Station participates in athletics in district, regional, and state competition. For students in grades 912 who have passing grades in five subjects as well as satisfactory attendance and conduct, White Station
offers the following sports:
Football, Junior Varsity Football, Baseball, Basketball, Junior Varsity Basketball, Bowling, Football,
Softball, Volleyball, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Cross Country, Swimming, Golf, Rugby, Wrestling,
Lacrosse, and Cheerleading
CLUBS
At White Station, we encourage all of our students to become involved in some type of extra-curricular
activity. While clubs may meet as often as the officers and sponsors deem necessary, all club members
will meet once each nine weeks. Club sponsors will advertise their clubs and meeting times as the school
year progresses. To see a listing of clubs, visit www.whitestation.net and click on the “Activities/Clubs”
link.
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Senior Info – Class of 2017
Exam Exemptions
The following Board-mandated guidelines apply to exemptions in eligible courses:
 Students must maintain a minimum “B” average in the particular course.
 Students can have no more than three (3) excused absences in the spring semester. Any
unexcused absence will disqualify a student from exam exemption.
 Any student who receives a suspension will not be exempt from semester exams.
 Homebound students are not eligible for exemption.
 Absences due to school-sponsored activities do not count against the student.
 Absences due to religious holidays do not count against the student.
 Seniors are approved to visit colleges only in the first semester of their senior year. Since exam
exemption is based on second semester attendance, approved college visitation days do not
count against students in regards to exam exemptions.
 Any student who is eligible for an exemption may elect to take his/her exam in an attempt to
improve his/her average. If the student takes the exam, the score will count and be used to
determine the semester average.
 The classroom teacher is responsible for maintaining accurate attendance. If discrepancies
occur, the principal makes the final decision.
 The principal shall have final authority regarding any questions of student eligibility for
exemption.
 Students are not exempt from semester exams in Advanced Placement courses.
Dances, Social Functions, PROM, & Athletics
Accumulation of excessive tardies, absences, and/or class cutting will jeopardize your eligibility to
attend the extracurricular activities that will make your senior year memorable. These activities
include, but are not limited to athletic events, dances, plays, pep rallies, and field trips.
Prom is also considered an extracurricular activity. Attending prom is a privilege, and seniors and
juniors who wish to attend must exhibit acceptable behavior and have good attendance. Please be
advised that the school principal, with input from the administrative team, will make the final
decision regarding which students will be able to attend prom.
Graduation Ceremony
At White Station, we consider graduation an important ceremony that recognizes the tremendous
achievements of the graduating class. In the last few years due to our large class size and the limited sizes
of the facilities at which graduation has been held, the Board of Education has mandated that we issue
tickets to graduation. Each student will receive a set number of tickets. Parents must make a request in
writing for tickets needed above and beyond the allotted number. There is no guarantee that we will be
able to provide additional tickets but we will do what we can to accommodate requests.
Summer school graduates will have the opportunity to participate in the SCS corporate Summer School
Graduation; however, they will not be able to participate in the WSHS graduation ceremony in May.
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Senior Fees
Seniors who intend to participate in senior activities must pays senior fees in the spring. The fee covers
cap and gown, diploma cover (which will be presented to you on stage at graduation), senior luncheon,
and all other costs which seniors share to cover graduation expenses. This fee does NOT include
yearbook, prom tickets, senior t-shirt, Project Graduation, or any other costs associated with senior year.
Announcements
Balfour will make a presentation during students’ senior year about senior products such as
announcements, senior-themed clothing, and other products which may be of interest to seniors. They
will deliver products in mid-spring. Feel free to send announcements to all of your friends and family to
announce your accomplishment but keep in mind: announcements are not tickets to your graduation
ceremony.
Project Graduation
Project graduation is a fun, safe activity (“lock-in”) following graduation. It is sponsored by our parent
organization PIE and tickets are sold in the weeks leading up to graduation. Parents plan, host, and
chaperone the event and PIE welcomes any parents who are willing to volunteer. It generally is held
11 pm-5 am. Activities include games, karaoke, dancing, food, and more.
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