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WELCOME TO WAVERLY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
520 East Main Street
Waverly, Tennessee 37185
615-296-4514
www.waverlyjuniorhigh.com
MASCOT: Wildcat COLORS: Blue and White
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Waverly Junior High School is to provide challenging learning opportunities in a safe, positive environment by
enabling all students to develop respect and accept academic and social responsibilities.
The staff of Waverly Junior High believes:
1. A child’s education is the joint responsibility of the school, the family, and members of the community.
2. Our school environment will be safe, positive, caring, and conducive to learning.
3. Education is a lifelong learning process.
4. Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
5. All students will gain skills necessary to become confident and contributing citizens of the world.
VISION STATEMENT
The Vision of Waverly Junior High School is to develop and inspire all students to become responsible citizens while
encouraging life-long education in an environment conducive to learning.
I. INTRODUCTION
The information contained in this handbook has been prepared by the faculty and administration to help you succeed
at WJHS. THIS INFORMATION IS IN COMPLIANCE WITH BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICIES.
A. 2008-2009 Staff
ADMINISTRATION-
Andy Daniels, Principal
Barbara Bates, Assistant Principal
Stephen Webb, Assistant Principal
OFFICE STAFF--
Rickie Crawford, Secretary
Nancy Turner, Secretary
Sherri Peek, Nurse
FACULTY-
Amy Bates 4th Grade
Lynn Billingsley Tech Prep
Jody Bullington Band/Music
Amy Browning 4th Grade
Kristen Burnette 4th Grade
Laura Daniels Visual Art
Holly Davis 6th Grade Science
Patricia Davis Library
Lori Dell Guidance
Janeene Westbrook 5th Grade
Yvonne Gardner 8th Grade Social Studies and Literature
Gayle Goodman 6th Grade English and Reading
Mollye Guarr 7th Grade Math and Pre-Algebra
Janel Graves 5th Grade
Candy Harbison 4th Grade
Laura Hooper 5th Grade
Susie Irons 8th Grade Reading
Cindy Joiner 7th Grade Social Studies
Lois Jordan Special Education
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Brandi Little 5th Grade
Tammy Little 6th Grade Social Studies and Reading
Mistie Malone 6th Grade Language Arts and Reading
Wesley Malone Physical Education
Lisa Mathews Special Education
Chassity McClanahan 8th Grade Science
Jammy McCloud Health and Wellness
Donna Mobley 8th Grade English
DottiePhy 7th Grade Science and Language Arts
Haley Rawlings 4th Grade
Sheris Richardson 6th Grade Math and Reading
Jessica Waggoner 5th Grade
David Wallace Physical Education
Melissa Warren 8th Grade Math and Algebra I
Sherrie Wilson Special Education
TEACHING ASSISTANTS: Ora Lee Capps, Teresa Forrest, Janie Forrester, Marcella Moran,
Connie Wallace, Stephanie Strickland
B. Daily Operations
DAILY SCHEDULE
Arrival Time ...................................................................... 7:25-7:50
Leave Bus Room ..................................................................... 7:50
First Period ....................................................................... 8:00 - 8:51
Second Period ...................................................................... 8:56 - 9:44
Third Period ....................................................................... 9:49 -10:37
Fourth Period ....................................................................... 10:42-11:30
Fifth Period ....................................................................... 11:35-1:13
SIXTH GRADE
Lunch ....….............… 11:35
Activity Period / Recess ........… 12:05
Class ....…......... ....… 12:25
SEVENTH GRADE
Class ....….............… 11:35
Lunch ....….............… 12:10
Class ....….............… 12:40
Activity Period / Study Hall ....... 12:53
EIGHTH GRADE
Class ....….............… 11:35
Activity Period / Study Hall ...... 12:23
Lunch ....….............… 12:43
Sixth Period ....................................................................... 1:18 - 2:06
Seventh Period ....................................................................... 2:11-3:15
Riding in Cars Dismissed ...................................................... 3:00
First Bus Riders Dismissed .................................................. 3:05
Walkers and Bike Riders & Second Bus Riders .....….......... 3:10
C. Arrival Time
7:25 - 7:50: Students may enter building, go to bus duty room, or eat breakfast.
7:50 - 8:00: Students report to 1st Period.
AFTER 8:00: ALL LATE ARRIVALS MUST COME TO OFFICE, GET CHECKED IN BEFORE
GOING TO CLASS.
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D. Late Arrival (after 8:00am)
Any student who arrives late to school must report to the office. Students who are tardy to school three (3)
times may be required to spend one (1) day in In-School Suspension or to remain after school. Students
arriving on a late bus will be given a permit to enter class and will not be penalized. Students arriving after
7:50, go directly to class. DO NOT GO TO LOCKERS!
Promptness to class is very important. Students are to be in their seats and ready to work when the bell
sounds. If a student is late to class because a teacher has detained him/her, that teacher will give the student a
pass to his/her next class. If this is not the case, the student must obtain a pass from the office.
E. ATTENDANCE: School Board Administrative Operating Procedure, Number 6
Student attendance in the system is outlined in board policies and the purpose of this operating procedure is
to outline the responsibilities for the daily accountability for attendance.
The school principal is ultimately responsible for attendance at their particular school including
actual student attendance and record keeping. This will also include the filing of petitions for excessive
absences when necessary. To insure parents are aware of existing attendance problems it will be necessary to
notify them using the following guidelines:
1. After 5 absences—The principal may require a doctor’s note. The parent or guardian will be
notified by either a written note, telephone call, in-school conference or home visit. A written record
of this notification should be kept at the school.
2. After 10 absences—A written notice will be mailed to the parent and a record kept of the
correspondence. However, this notice may be waived if the principal and Attendance Coordinator
deem necessary.
3. After 15 absences—The Central Office Attendance Coordinator will be notified and a letter will be
sent from that office.
4. Obvious cases of truancy will be reported immediately to the Attendance Coordinator and a plan of
action will be formulated jointly with the principal.
5. Excessive tardies may be considered as truancy.
6. According to State Law 49-6-3017 subsection C, a drivers license may be suspended.
7. Students who fail because of excessive absences may request to make up the failure through Credit
Recovery. Principal must approve all requests for Credit Recovery.
8. If a student misses more than 10 (ten) times per semester or 20 days per year (excused and unexcused)
they can receive credit only if they are passing the course and request a hearing before an attendance
review committee appointed by the Director of Schools. This committee will be composed of
administrators not directly involved with the student’s attendance. The student may be able to receive
credit under extenuating circumstances if he/she has a Doctor, Dentist, or Death excuse for ALL
missed days. Otherwise he/she will lose credit.
Students are expected to be in school except in cases of emergency or for reasons stated in school board
policy for reasons listed below:
* Personal illness of the student
* Death of a relative (absences not to exceed 3 days)
* Students may be excused from school attendance on special and recognized religious holidays
regularly attended by persons of the particular faith.
* Court appearance (if subpoenaed or directly involved in the court case), proof must be submitted
to the school personnel in charge of attendance
* Any other reason must be excused by school officials prior to the absence.
F. Steps to Follow When Absent
* On the day you return to school, have parent or guardian write a note giving your name, date, days
of absence, and student’s reason for absence, this note must be signed by the parent or guardian.
The note is to be given to homeroom teacher.
* We feel it would serve students; parents and the faculty if when a student is absent from school,
please have him/her collect his/her assignments when he/she returns to school. If your child's
absence is excused, he/she will receive one day for each day missed to complete any missed work.
Assignments that are not made up will be reflected in the grade. EACH STUDENT IS
RESPONSIBLE FOR SEEING THAT MAKE-UP WORK IS COMPLETED.
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* Teachers and staff will collect assignments when a student misses two or more consecutive days
if possible as a courtesy if parents call the office secretary during their child’s absence. These
assignments may be picked up in the lobby of the school after 2:30pm on the day of the request.
G. Release During School Hours
1. No student shall be permitted to leave school prior to regular dismissal time except in the company of a
parent, legal guardian, school employee, police or court officer, or a person designated by the parent or
guardian. PLEASE DESIGNATE AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SCHOOL YEAR who is authorized to
pick student up early. When the biological parent comes to pick up a student, we will release the student to
the parent unless we have a court order on file preventing this release. THE PERSON WHO PICKS UP
THE CHILD MUST SIGN THE CHILD OUT IN THE SCHOOL OFFICE. Only names listed on the
student enrollment card will be allowed to pick up a student.
2. Please come to pick your child up as near to class change time as possible. (See Daily Time Schedule)
This will avoid unnecessary interruptions to the classroom during instruction time.
3. If a student needs to be dismissed early, he/she would bring a note to the teacher(s) stating time and
reason. Parents are urged to schedule dental or medical appointments outside of school hours. Please do
not pick up you student before 3:00 unless it is an absolute emergency. Be advised if you should pick up
your student early, he/she will be counted absent for the classes he/she is missing. The attendance policy
states if a student misses more than 20 days, or any class more than 20 times (10 times for a semester
course), he/she will not receive credit for that grade or course.
4. When a student is checked out through the main office, he/she must go to each of the classes that he/she
will miss for the rest of the day to pick up assignments and work from those teachers before he/she leaves.
This informs those teachers of the check out and it helps to keep the child caught up in class.
H. Homebound
In the event of a serious illness that will require an extended absence of more than 10 consecutive days, the
student may apply to the Special Education Supervisor for "Homebound Services".
I. Lice and Scabies Policy
1. Any student found to be infested with lice, nits, or scabies shall be excluded immediately from school and
treatment shall be advised.
2. Prior to being re-admitted to school, the student will be examined by school personnel to determine that
they are not infested with lice, nits or scabies.
3. A student will be allowed a maximum of four excused absences for treatment of lice or scabies. Any days
in excess of this will be dealt with as unexcused absences.
J. Inclement Weather and Emergency Early Dismissals
1. Where there is extreme weather conditions (such as: icing, snow, flooding, etc.) or should there be an
emergency situation arise (such as: no heat/air conditioning, water, etc.), notification of early dismissals
will be announced by way of local radio and/or television stations in Nashville. If you suspect one of these
events, please pay close attention to the radio and/or television during the day.
2. IT IS THE PARENTS' RESPONSIBILITY TO INSTRUCT THEIR CHILDREN WHAT TO DO IN
EVENT OF PARENTS BEING ABSENT FROM HOME IF SUCH AN EMERGENCY EVENT
OCCURS.
3. Inclement Weather Forms will be sent home at the beginning of the school year to help keep school
personnel informed of parents’ wishes when these instances arise.
K. Withdrawal
The school office should be notified at least two (2) days in advance of a student's impending withdrawal.
The student will receive a withdrawal form and instructions from the office. ALL TEXTBOOKS, LIBRARY
BOOKS, LUNCH PAYMENTS, AND FINES must be cleared before the student secures a transfer record to
another school.
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II. STUDENT BEHAVIOR CODE
Briefly, BEHAVE YOURSELF! Respect yourself and others. Rules are not made to confine you, but for the smooth
flow of the day.
One of the most important lessons education should teach is self-discipline. While it does not appear as a subject, it
underlies the whole educational structure. It is the training that develops self-control, character, orderliness, and
efficiency. It is the key to good conduct and proper consideration for other people.
With an understanding of the purposes of discipline in a school, you may form a correct attitude toward it, and not
only do your part in making your school an effective place of learning, but develop the habit of self-restraint which
will make you a better person. Good citizenship is expected of all students. It is a prerequisite for participation in all
activities.
A. Code of Conduct
The following types of behavior will result in disciplinary action:
1. Fighting, disruption or interference with curricular or extracurricular activities.
2. Vandalism, damage or destruction of school and/or private property.
3. Assault on school employees, students, or other persons while in custody and control of the school, or in
the course of a school-related activity, (beepers are a violation of school rules)
4. Possession of dangerous weapons.
5. Possession of use of narcotics, alcoholic beverages, and other dangerous drugs while on school premises,
or while under the custody and control of the school, or in the course of a school-related activity.
6. Violation of rules of conduct for school busses.
7. Use of or possession of tobacco or tobacco products while on school premises.
8. Stealing of school or private property while on school premises, or while in custody and control of school,
or in the course of a school-related activity, or possession or sale of said stolen property.
9. Violation of attendance rules.
10. Violation of adopted dress code.
11. Being insubordinate or showing disrespect toward a school employee, student guest of our school.
12. Do not threaten, bother, intimidate or harass others.
13. Chewing gum is not allowed on premises.
14. Toys, gadgets, or anything that is a nuisance or causes a disturbance is not allowed. (THIS INCLUDES
CD PLAYERS & VIDEO GAMES)
(Some of the above Student Behavior Codes will be discussed further following this section.)
15. THE ADMINISTRATION OF THIS SCHOOL WILL TAKE ALL THREATS OF VIOLENCE
INCLUDING, VERBAL, WRITTEN AND PHYSICAL THREATS VERY SERIOUSLY!
B. Vandalism and Property Damage
Our school buildings, property, and equipment cost the taxpayers to construct, purchase and maintain.
Students who destroy, vandalize, or deface school property will be required to pay for losses or damages. If
students willfully destroy school property, write or deface walls or any portion of the building, suspension
and subsequent expulsion may be necessary. If you should happen to damage something by accident, report it
immediately to a teacher or the office personnel.
C. Weapons
The possession of a firearm, knife (of any size), metallic knuckles, razor blade, tear-gas gun, fireworks, or
any other weapon shall be prohibited on school property or any school sponsored activity. Any student
violating these rules will be dealt with according to the Student Behavior-Discipline Code of the Humphreys
County School Board.
D. Chewing Gum
1. GUM CHEWING is not allowed on school property. This presents a serious problem because students
drop gum on the floors or place it in inappropriate places, and it is difficult to remove.
2. SCHOOL PROPERTY INCLUDES THE GYM, PLAYGROUND, AND SCHOOL BUSSES.
3. Teachers turn in students that have been caught chewing gum to the principal. These students will be
assigned to late or early school. Continued problems will result in more severe consequences.
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E. Fighting / Horseplay
FIGHTING, including HORSEPLAY, will not be tolerated. Any student guilty of fighting will be dealt with
severely.
F. Drugs and Alcohol Code
1. Medication
All medications should be brought into school by an adult. Medications sent to school with the
student will not be accepted. Medication should be in its original container. All medicines not picked
up at the end of the school year will be disposed of.
All medicine will be kept in the nurse’s office and will be dispensed by the school nurse. Students are
to keep NO MEDICINE with them. Medicine left in the nurse's office should be picked up promptly at
3:00 each day if necessary.
2. Student Alcohol and Drug Testing
a. Students will be notified in writing at the beginning of each school year or at the time of enrollment
that they shall be subject to testing for illegal or unauthorized drugs and alcohol during the school
year. Principals are authorized to order drug tests for individual students when there is a reasonable
cause to believe that:
1. The School board policy on alcohol and illegal or unauthorized drug use has been violated.
2. A search of lockers produced evidence of the presence of illegal or unauthorized drugs and/or
alcohol or drug use paraphernalia;
3. A search of persons and containers produced evidence of a presence of illegal or unauthorized
drugs and/or alcohol or drug use paraphernalia;
4. A search of vehicles produced evidence of the presence of illegal or unauthorized drugs and/or
alcohol or drug use paraphernalia;
5. Through observation or other reasonable information reported by a teacher, staff member or
other student that a student is using or under the influence of illegal or unauthorized drugs
and/or alcohol on school property.
b. Students assigned to the Alternative Learning Center may be randomly tested, at the discretion of
the program director.
c. Assignment to the Alternative Learning Center is conditioned that the student and his or her
parent/guardian agree to random testing as a condition of enrollment. Such tests will be
administered in the same manner as other tests are administered on students in a regular school
setting.
d. All athletes and cheerleaders may be tested at the discretion of the building principal. This testing
may be conducted as part of the annual athletic physical or at other times during the school year;
provided that participation in all athletic or cheerleading programs are conditioned that the student
and his or her parent/guardian agree to this testing as a condition of participation. Such tests will be
administered in the same manner as other tests are administered on students in a regular school
setting.
e. The principal/other administrator shall take the following steps:
1. Inform the student of the substance of the basis or reason that a test is being conducted;
2. Designate a witness for testing procedures.
3. Inform the student of the procedures, which shall be followed in administering the test;
4. Inform the student that if a test is not taken, the penalty may be suspension from school;
5. Notify the parent/guardian of the student of the impending test and when and where it will be
administered;
6. Principal and witness shall take the student to the designated medical facility within
Humphreys County where an appropriate sample will be taken under the supervision of the
medical staff at the facility. The medical facility will forward the specimen for analysis to an
accredited laboratory.
7. Upon receipt of written, certified results of the analysis from the medical facility or the
laboratory, the principal/administrator shall do one of the following:
A: If the results of the tests are negative, all evidence of the individual test including all
records in the school that the test as ordered and the reasons therefore, shall be
destroyed.
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B: If the results of the analysis are positive, the student and parents/guardian shall be given
written notice of the results. In addition, they shall receive referral information that
shall include in-patient, outpatient and community based drug and alcohol treatment
programs.
8. Upon finding of a positive presence of an illegal or unauthorized drug or alcohol in the
student's system as a result of the test, disciplinary action shall be taken in accordance with
established board policy relative to possession of illegal or unauthorized drugs on school
property or at or in connection with school functions or activities.
3. Drugs and Alcohol
In accordance with Humphreys County School Board Policy, any student who intentionally sells,
gives, possesses, uses, or is under the influence of illicit drugs, narcotics, or alcohol in or on school
property, including busses, shall be:
1. Suspended from school, and
2. Reported to the appropriate law enforcement agencies for possible legal action.
G. Electronic Pager Devices and Cell Phones
1. Possession of an electronic pager or beeper on school property, without the permission of the school
administration, is prohibited. The possession of this device shall be considered a violation of the board
drug policy concerning the possession of drug paraphernalia.
2. CELLULAR PHONES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED DURING SCHOOL.
3. Phones are to be kept out of sight and turned off during school hours. Devices that violate this policy will
be confiscated and turned over to the administration.
a. 1st Time: The phone will be taken to the office and returned only to a parent or legal guardian
with a warning.
b. 2nd Time: The phone will be taken to the office. The student will receive three (3) days of ISS.
The phone will be return only to a parent or legal guardian after the three (3) days of
ISS have been served.
c. 3rd Time: The phone will be taken to the office. The student will receive five (5) days of ISS or
three (3) to five (5) days of OSS at the administration’s discretion. The phone will be
return only to a parent or legal guardian after the suspension has been served.
d. 4th Time: The phone will be taken to the office. The student will receive five (5) days of OSS.
The phone will be return only to a parent or legal guardian after the suspension has been
served.
e. 5th Time: The phone will be taken to the office. The student will receive a ten (10) day
suspension out of school. The phone will be return only to a parent or legal guardian
after the suspension has been served.
4. After 20 days total of OSS the student will lose credits and have to attend Summer School to regain credit.
5. The rules and consequences regarding cell phones apply to both the owner and others using it. The student
is responsible for their property.
H. Toys, Gadgets, Etc…
TOYS, GADGETS, CALCULATORS, ELECTRONIC GAMES, RADIOS, ELECTRONIC WATCHES,
CD PLAYERS, CDS, BASEBALL CARDS, YU-GU-OH CARDS OR ANY NUISANCE ITEMS are not to
be brought to school. These items will be taken by the teacher and kept until the last day of school or until a
parent comes to pick them up.
I. Smoking / Tobacco
The use and/or possession of tobacco or tobacco products in any form is prohibited and any student who
violates this rule is subject to the provision of the Student Behavior-Discipline Code of the Humphreys
County School Board. Students may be cited to juvenile court for possession of tobacco or tobacco products.
J. Dress Code
1. The Dress Code for Waverly Junior High School was established with input from students, parents, and
the faculty. We feel there is a direct relationship between dress, grooming, conduct, and the wholesome
living and thinking of boys and girls. We ask that the students at WJHS dress and groom themselves within
the framework of individual pride, decency, cleanliness, and safety.
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2. Any form of dress or hair style considered contrary to good hygiene or which is distractive or
disruptive in appearance and detrimental to the purpose or conduct of the school will not be
permitted.
3. IN MATTERS OF JUDGEMENT. THE OPINIONS OF PRINCIPALS OR TEACHERS WILL
PREVAIL.
4. The following are examples of inappropriate dress that apply to all students:
a. Short shorts will not be allowed. All shorts and skirts must touch the kneecap.
b. Tank tops, tube tops, halter-tops, see-through shirts, midriff tops, or the like will not be allowed.
(Midriff must be covered)
c. Spandex pants or shorts will not be allowed. No skin-tight clothing of any material shall be allowed.
Nylon wind suits are acceptable.
d. P.E. or jogging clothing will not be allowed (such as sweatpants with elastic around the waist and/or
ankle) except for physical education class.
e. Bare feet are not allowed for safety reasons. SHOES MUST BE KEPT FASTENED. SHOE
STRINGS MUST BE KEPT TIED. Thong flip-flops are not allowed. Shoes with rollers, such as
―heelies,‖ are not allowed.
f. Clothing, patches, buttons, caps, decals, or the like that advertise alcoholic beverages, tobacco
products, or with obscene or questionable printing shall not be allowed. Also, items promoting
violence, such as wrestling will not be permitted. Print on the seat of pants is not allowed.
g. Holes of any shape or size in clothing will not be allowed.
h. Boys shall not wear earrings. Visible body piercing will not be allowed by either boys or girls.
i. Because of their destructive nature, metal or rubber cleats or taps on boots or shoes shall not be
allowed.
j. Hats or caps are not to be worn in the building by either boys or girls. Sunglasses in the building are
not permitted unless by doctor's prescription.
k. All shorts and skirts must touch the kneecap. Fourth and fifth grade students, boys and girls, may wear
shorts.
l. Students are encouraged to wear shirts and blouses inside trousers and slacks unless they are designed
to be worn outside.
m. Sagging pants will not be allowed. This problem should be eliminated with a belt.
n. Bandanas used, as headpieces will not be allowed.
o. Students are requested not to wear any article of clothing or hair style that attracts undue attention to
themselves or that will cause disruption of class.
p. Trench coats will not be allowed.
q. Roller book bags are not allowed (pull type).
r. After the 2nd dress code violation all subsequent violations will be subject to student suspension.
s. Fish net material that covers the arms or hands is not allowed at WJHS.
t. Hair must be worn out of the eyes. Facial hair is not allowed.
u. ANY QUESTIONABLE MANNER OF DRESS, ACCESSORIES, MAKE-UP, OR HAIR STYLES
WILL BE SUBJECT TO REVIEW AND DECISION OF THE PRINCIPAL AND ASSISTANT
PRINCIPAL.
K. Excessive Tardies
1. Students who come to school late should report to the main office to check in. The third unexcused tardy to
school will result in assignment to early or late school. Continued tardies will result in further disciplinary
actions.
2. Students are expected to be on time to all classes. Teachers will discipline students accordingly that are late to
class and if the problem persists students will be sent to the office for further disciplinary actions.
L. Humphreys County Board of Education: Student Behavior Discipline Code
The following discipline code is applicable to all schools in the Humphreys County School System. Violations or
infractions of the rules in this code may lead to suspension or expulsion from the school system. Students
behavioral policies or rules shall apply at all times on school grounds, at any school activity or event (either on
campus or off), or while students are being transported to and from school or any school-related activity.
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1. Code of Conduct
a. Students are expected to:
1. Comply with all rules and regulations of the school.
2. Refrain from activities that endanger the health and safety of students and school employees.
3. Ensure that behavior complies with the laws of the State of Tennessee.
4. Ensure that their actions do not interfere with rights of any student to learn and to achieve.
5. Respect the rights of others.
6. Be in their assigned program or activities as assigned by the principal or his designee.
7. To attend classes and assigned school program.
8. To follow directions of authorized school personnel during any period of time when the
student is properly under the authority of the school.
9. School Buses are also considered school property and school bus drivers are authorized
school personnel. Drivers are, therefore, charged with maintaining order on the buses and
reporting students to the principal for disciplinary action. Tennessee State Law gives the
principal, or his designee, the authority to discipline students that violate school board
policies or school rules. A list of violations and misconduct subject to disciplinary action is
listed below, but in no way should this list be considered to be an all-inclusive list.
2. Minor Violations
Such violations are typically handled by the classroom teacher. However, continued violation of
minor offenses shall be referred to the principal after correctional efforts by the teacher have proven
to be fruitless, and more serious disciplinary action is necessary.
Some examples of minor violations are:
A. Tardiness
B. Failure of conform to dress code.
C. Pranks-not resulting in injury or damage.
D. Other violations such as offenses which the administration may reasonably deem to fall
within this category. )
CONSEQUENCES ARE:
GRADES K - 6
1st offense—Counseling
2nd offense—Contact parents, corporal punishment or other action as determined by the
administrator.
3rd offense—Corporal punishment, in-school suspension or other action as determined by the
administrator.
4th offense—At the discretion of the administrator.
GRADES 7-12
1st offense—Counseling, detention, in-school suspension, corporal punishment or at the
discretion of the principal or his designee (not to include suspension).
2nd offense—Corporal punishment, in-school suspension.
3rd offense—Discretion of principal
3. Intermediate Violations
Some examples are:
A. Refusing to comply with an order or directive from a school board employee.
B. Using or being in possession of tobacco, tobacco products or smoking paraphernalia.
C. Gambling.
D. Using obscene or profane language.
E. Obscene gestures.
F. Attendance/leaving school without permission/truancy.
G. Any other violation which the administration may reasonably deem to fall within this
category.
CONSEQUENCES ARE:
GRADES K - 6
1st offense—Parental conference, corporal punishment, in-school suspension or detention.
2nd offense—same as 1st offense.
3rd offense—Discretion of administer
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GRADES 7-12
1st offense—Corporal punishment, detention, suspension for 1-10 days depending on severity
of violation.
2nd offense—Same as 1st offense.
3rd offense—Suspension of up to 10 days or referral to the Disciplinary Hearing Authority.
4. Major Violations
Some examples are:
A. Disruption of school, which may include;
1. Preventing students from attending class or encouraging student to not attend.
2. Refusal to obey an order of a principal, teacher, or other school personnel.
3. Continual violation of dress code.
4. Disreputable conduct.
B. Disrespect to teachers of staff members.
C. Fighting.
D. Damage, misuse or destruction of school property or private property.
E. Possession of fireworks.
F. Arson
G. Extortion/Theft
H. ANY OTHER CONDUCT THAT IS PREJUDICIAL TO GOOD ORDER. Any other
action, as determined by the principal that prevents or disrupts school activities may be
considered within the scope of this policy.
CONSEQUENCES ARE:
GRADES K-12
1. Parents may be notified.
2. Police MAY be notified according to the nature of the offense.
3. Suspension or referral to the Disciplinary Hearing Authority.
5. Zero Tolerance Offenses
A. POSSESSION OF A WEAPON
Possession of a weapon on school property, including buses or at a school-sponsored activity
is prohibited. Weapons include:
1. Gun
2. Metallic Knuckles
3. Chemical Sprays
4. Knives, to include switch-blade knives, butterfly knives, box cutters, hunting knives, lock-
blade knives, or any type inertia or gravity operated knife.
5. Any other object used as an offensive threat or causing physical injury
B.DRUGS
1. A student shall not knowing possess, use. or be under the influence of any narcotic drug,
hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverage or any
intoxicant of any kind or any other controlled substance, and shall not possess drug
paraphernalia or transmit, distribute, or sell any narcotic drug, hallucinogen, amphetamine,
barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverages, intoxicants of any kind or any substance
purporting or meaning to be any of the above.
2. This policy applies to the following:
a. School grounds during, immediately before or immediately after school hours.
b. On school grounds at anytime when the school is being used by any school group.
c. Off the school grounds at a school activity, function or event, (including on school
buses)
C. ASSAULT
1. A student shall not cause or threaten to cause physical injury to a teacher, another student,
any board employee or other person(s). This includes any written or verbal communication
that threatens the welfare of any of the above individuals. When it is suspected that a
student has violated any section of this ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY the principal will
take the following action:
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a. Law enforcement authorities will be called.
b. The parent/guardian of the student will be called.
c. The student will be suspended and referred to a Disciplinary Hearing Authority for
further action.
d. The Director of Schools will be notified.
D. CONSEQUENCES
The Disciplinary Hearing Authority will hear the case and if the student is found guilty of the
offense then the student will be suspended from the school system for a period of not less
than one (1) calendar year.
M. Corporal Punishment
Please be advised if you do not wish corporal punishment (paddling) to be considered as a form of
punishment for your child, write a note stating this request and bring it to the school office. The school
administration office will keep your request on file for one (1) school year; therefore, you will need to
request this each year.
N. Faculty Lounges
Students are not allowed in the faculty lounge for any reason.
III. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
A. In addition to the basic academic subjects offered at WJHS there are several opportunities for extracurricular
activities.
1. 4-H
The 4-H program is available to all grade levels. Monthly meetings are held, and awards are given for
participation in each contest as well as at the end of the school year. Activities vary according to grade level
and include public speaking, demonstration, poster contests, bread baking, and dairy recipe. All students are
encouraged to participate on the school level. The winners of the class contests are invited to participate in
contests on the district and state levels.
2. Future Teachers of America
Future Teachers of America promotes interest in teaching as a career. Students volunteer to work as
teachers’ aides at our school or Waverly Elementary School. Students use their study hall period during the
day to help their teachers. An end of the year trip awards the students for their hard work throughout the year.
3. Library Club
The Library Club consists of 7 th and 8th graders who assist in the library during their study hall periods
throughout the day. The students check in books, shelve books, and generally assist the librarian.
4. Athletic Programs
Athletic programs available at WJHS include football, girls’ and boys’ basketball teams, baseball, softball,
volleyball, and cheerleading. These programs are available to students in grades 6 through 8. Try-outs are
held for these sports annually. Students must maintain a particular grade point average and be of respectable
character to participate in these activities. An awards ceremony is held each spring to recognize students and
their parents and to culminate the junior high experience.
5. Stars Program (Outreach Portion)
The STARS (Students Taking A Right Stand) program is very active at WJHS. It promotes drug-free living.
These students conduct many activities, which reflect their philosophy throughout the year. These activities
include nursing home visits, Adopt-an-Angel, Big Brother/Big Sister Program, County-wide Trick-or-Treat,
Make a Difference Day, Food Drives, Christmas Caroling, Easter Baskets, and an end of the year trip.
6. Student Assistance Programs
The STARS program also includes one-on-one and small group counseling sessions with students who either
identify themselves as needing assistance or who are referred by faculty members. An on-site coordinator
visits the school once a week to meet with students and review new referrals. Several faculty members are
also trained core-team members. Students know they can approach these teachers with any needs they may
have when the coordinator is not present.
7. Junior Beta Club
The Junior Beta Club, an honor club, was established in 1981 at Waverly Junior High. Members consist of
7th and 8th graders who maintain an A/93 average or better. New members are inducted after the first
semester of each school year.
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8. History Club
Seventh and eighth grade students are invited to be a part of the History Club at Waverly Junior High School.
As part of their membership, they are invited to visit a historical site on a field trip. This trip has recently
included a visit to the Clarksville-Montgomery County Museum in Clarksville, Tennessee or the Polk House
in Columbia, Tennessee and Shiloh National Military Battlefield.
9. Student of the Week (All Grades) HONORS
10. Art Club (7-8)
11. Student Congress (All Grades)
12. Other services offered students:
Early Intervention
Student Assistance Program
Guidance Counseling
Psychological Testing/Evaluation
After School Tutoring
B. Various Other Programs
1. Advanced Classes
Advanced classes in Math and Language Arts are offered to students in the 7 th and 8th grades. The students in
the advanced math classes are able to take pre-algebra and Algebra I while at the junior high. The students
taking Algebra may receive high school credit. Advanced English classes move at a faster pace and focus
more on literature and writing rather than the basic skills covered in regular classes.
2. Accelerated Reader
The WJHS Library has experienced a drastic increase in the number of books being circulated per month due
to the implementation of the Accelerated Reader program in all grade levels. For example, over 4,400 books
were checked out in October 2000, compared to only 1,700 in a previous year. Students are encouraged to
read A.R. books and take computerized tests that assess comprehension. Students passing tests or achieving
reading goals set by their teachers are recognized with prizes as well as certificates that are displayed in the
halls. At the end of the year students are permitted to use their points in the AR Store.
3. STAR Reading Program
In an effort to integrate Accelerated Reader as a school-wide project, the STAR Reading Program has been
implemented into the curriculum. The program is a tool to access student reading levels. With the
approximate reading level determined, teachers are able to direct students to read books on an appropriate
reading level, a level where the students can succeed. Students in grades 4 through 8 are participating in both
STAR and Accelerated Reader.
4. Tech Prep
The Technology Prep Lab is part of the 8th grade curriculum. The lab is divided into modules including
Research and Development, Engineering, Applied Physics, Robotics, Fiber-optics, Digital Photography,
Computer Animation, Aerospace, Architectural CAD, Problem Solving, Electronics, Solar Energy,
Reduce/Reuse/Recycle, and Desktop Publishing. Each modular education system requires students to read
and follow written instructions to complete the assigned tasks.
5. Band
The Band program at WJHS is an academic elective, which consists of two levels. Beginning band is open to
students in grades 6 through 8. Intermediate band is available to students with prior band experience. Public
performances are given for the school and community including a Christmas concert and a spring concert.
Intermediate band members have the opportunity to attend solo and ensemble contests as well as Mid-State
competition. Eighth grade members are given the opportunity to participate in the Waverly Central High
School Marching Band.
6. Character Counts
Character counts at Waverly Junior High School. The six pillars of character are posted throughout the
building, and the administration, faculty, and staff strives to focus on the pillar of the month. Each teacher
receives material relating to the pillar of the month. Pillars include trustworthiness, citizenship, caring,
responsibility, respect, and fairness. Teachers honor students who exhibit these characteristics on a monthly
basis by nominating them for a character counts award.
7. Honor Roll Recognition
Students who make the A or A/B Honor Roll are recognized in a school-wide assembly once every six
weeks. The students receive a certificate from a local business as well as recognition from their individual
teachers in grades 4-6. Students in grades seven and eight are honored with a bulletin board-type display in
their hallway.
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8. 21st Century Community Learning Center Programs
This program offers two programs at Waverly Junior High School. They are our After School Program and
Credit Recovery. The after school program is a new enrichment program offered to all students. Currently we
have the following programs: art, chorus, drama, Spanish, and homework help. While Homework Help can
meet daily, the other classes meet once a week from 3:15 to 5:00.
Credit Recovery is a six week program offered over the summer to students who receive a failing grade in
any subject. The class meets Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 12:00. The instructors use Plato software
to test students. Certified teachers are used to teach these courses.
C. Athletics for grades 6, 7, and 8
1. Football, Basketball (boys and girls), Cheerleading, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Golf (girls and boys)
2. Activities Athletic Eligibility
Athletics are part of the extracurricular program at WJHS.
Whether on the field or floor as a contestant or in the classroom as a student, an athlete’s conduct in
and out of school should be such as:
a. not to reflect discredit upon his/her school; or
b. not to create a disruptive influence on the discipline, good order, moral, or educational
environment in the school;
c. To meet the eligibility requirements established by the TMSAA.
All students must have passed a physical examination and be properly insured before they will
be allowed to participate.
Students may not participate in an athletic event if they are absent from school for that day
without prior approval from the principal.
When bus transportation is provided, student must ride the bus unless parents are present or
have made arrangements with the principal before hand.
All students participating in any phase of the athletic program must have a 2.0 grade point
average each semester.
3. Cheerleading Program
The WJHS cheerleaders must meet the same eligibility requirements as other athletes, athlete
discipline, and attendance rules.
D. Physical Education
Physical Education is an important part of a student’s academic education, physical growth and general well
being. Physical fitness and good sportsmanship is emphasized.
Every student in seventh and eighth grades must dress out for P.E. every day unless they have an excuse from
their doctor
Each student needs to have a pair of tennis shoes just for use on the gym floor ONLY.
Suggestion: Each student needs more than one set of gym clothes in case one is taken home to be washed and
not brought back the next day.
E. Wellness Policy
1. The Humphreys County Board of Education adopted in spring of 2006 a formal wellness policy that was
presented by the County’s Wellness Committee.
2. A copy of this policy is kept on file at the Humphreys County Board of Education’s Central Office and
may be attained any time between 8:00am and 3:00pm, Monday through Friday.
IV. BUS TRANSPORTATION
A. School bus transportation is a PRIVILEGE that may be withdrawn for inappropriate behavior.
B. A student is to ride the bus to which he/she is assigned. ANY EMERGENCY REQUEST TO RIDE A BUS, OR
A DIFFERENT BUS, MUST BE PREREQUESTED IN WRITING BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN
AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE PRIOR TO BOARDING THE BUS. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE
REQUEST BY TELEPHONE.
C. Students will be allowed off the bus ONLY at school, home and locations designated in writing by parents.
Students must have a bus pass signed by the principal to ride a different bus or get off at a different location.
D. For further information, refer to the complete list of Bus Rules and Regulations provided by your bus driver at the
beginning of the school year.
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V. HEALTH AND SAFETY
A. For the well being of all students, many of our rules are in place because of health and safety of the school
population and learning environment. Some have specific reference to health and safety. Others are implied.
B. Fire and Tornado Drills
Fire and tornado drills are held at regular intervals throughout the school year. Remember these basic rules:
1. Check the instructions in each classroom indicating how to leave the building in case of fire or other
emergency.
2. WALK. DO NOT RUN! Move quickly and quietly in an orderly manner to the designated area and remain
in that area until an ―all-clear‖ is given.
3. NO TALKING. Refrain from any kind of noise making during the duration of the drill. Follow instructions
given by the teacher.
4. Remember that more physical harm is caused by panic than by leaving a building in an orderly manner.
C. Health Conditions
1. Certain student health and/or handicapping conditions are to be reported to the classroom teacher, coach,
nurse and the office. These are conditions that may pose a problem during the course of the day or may
cause a disruptive situation in the classroom. For the safety of your child, school personnel must be
notified of any condition that may require First Aid to be administered, and certainly any life-threatening
conditions.
2. Such conditions to be reported are: allergies, asthma, diabetes, heart conditions, seizures, any physical
restrictions, any handicapping conditions that require specific care, medications to be given regularly
during school hours, etc.
D. Immunization Certificate
1.Tennessee law requires all students enrolled in a Tennessee school to have a Certificate of Adequate
Immunization. This form may be secured from the Humphreys County Health Department or at the child’s
personal physician’s office.
a. All students entering the 4th grade must have 2 doses of Mumps, Measles and Rubella (MMR).
b. All 7th grade students are required to have the series of three (3) Hepatitis B vaccinations.
c. A new student entering from out-of-state or from a private school must have in hand a Certificate of
Immunization before they will be allowed to enroll.
d. Students entering from another public school within Tennessee have thirty (30) days to present a
Certificate of Immunization. If a certificate is not presented by the thirtieth (30 th) day, the student will be
withdrawn from school as required by Tennessee law.
E. Lockers
1. All sixth, seventh and eighth grade students will be issued lockers. It is the student’s responsibility to keep
the locker orderly and clean. No stickers, posters, decals, etc.., may be stuck, glued or taped to the inside or
outside of the locker. Lockers and other storage areas are property of the school and MAY BE
INSPECTED BY SCHOOL OFFICIALS AT ANY TIME.
2. Any damage to the locker will be the responsibility of the student using the locker. Lockers are for the
students’ personal use and the combination to the locker should not be shared with anyone else.
F. Assemblies
1. Assemblies are planned for the enjoyment and education of students. Good conduct on the part of all
students is required. Good conduct on the part of all students is required. Whether guests are present or not,
each student is personally responsible for the impression made by the school as a whole.
2. Upon entering the gym, find a seat with your designated group as quickly as possible. Disturbances will
not be tolerated. Students who misbehave will be removed from the assembly and may not be permitted to
attend future assemblies.
G. Change of Address / Phone
If at any time during the school year a student moves to a different address in the county, the change must be
reported to the school office. A change in telephone number must also be reported. If the emergency number
is changed, that is to be reported also.
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H. Visitors
1. ALL VISITORS TO WAVERLY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS MUST CHECK IN AT THE
SCHOOL OFFICE. Visitors will be issued a specific pass to the area of the building they are visiting with.
Visitors will not be permitted to loiter on the school campus or in the school building. Students are not
permitted to have visitors during the school day.
2. All parents and grandparents are welcome to come have lunch with their students. However, only those
that are on the child’s card in the office will be permitted to eat with them unless the child’s parent directs
the administration otherwise.
I. Nurse Policy
1. The nurse’s hours at Waverly Junior High are from 7:45am and 9:00am, and between 11:05am and
1:05pm each school day.
2. All students must first get permission from their teacher before going to see the nurse. This is especially
important during class changes. The classroom teacher that the student will report to next must approve all
nurse visits.
J. PUBLIC NOTICE
1. HUMPHREYS COUNTY SCHOOL BUILDINGS CONTAINING ASBESTOS MATERIALS include
WAVERLY CENTRAL HIGH, LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY, MCEWEN GYM, WAVERLY JUNIOR
HIGH, and MCEWEN HIGH.
2. A MASTER PLAN FOR ASBESTOS LOCATIONS IS ON FILE IN THE MAINTENANCE
DIRECTOR’S OFFICE. CAN BE VIEWED BETWEEN 8:00AM AND 3:00PM, MONDAY – FRIDAY.
K. Afternoon Pick Up Policy
Parents/guardians that pick up their child after school may do so starting at 3:00pm each day after the car
rider bell. Vehicles will not be allowed on the school parking lot in the pickup line until 3:00pm. Drivers
may choose to line up along the side of Main Street on the shoulder. All vehicles are required to approach
the school from the West. Cars will not be allowed to turn into the WJHS parking lot across traffic from the
West bound lane of Main Street.
L. Video and Audio Taping / Surveillance
All students, faculty, parents, and guests may be videotaped or audio taped on school property at all times.
VI. ACADEMIC REPORT CARDS
Report cards will be given to the students five (5) working days following the close of the grading period. Report
cards will be printed on the computer for grades 6-8. They are required to have parents sign them and return to their
homeroom teachers. If parents would like a copy of their students’ report cards they may contact the school office.
A. Grading Policy
1. According to the Humphreys County School Board Policy, the following grading policy will be adhered
to:
A = 93-100
B = 85-92
C = 75-84
D = 70-74
F = Below 70
2. The school year will be divided into six (6) reporting periods of six weeks each.
3. Grades taken during the six weeks grading period will be averaged and reported to the parents using the
approved report card. Each six weeks will count 1/3 of the semester grade. Yearly averages will be
determined by averaging the six (6) weeks grades for the year.
B. Excessive Absences
If a student misses more than 20 days, or any class more than 20 times (10 times for a semester course),
he/she will not receive credit for that grade or course.
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C. Parent Conferences
Parents are welcomed and encouraged to come to school and talk with your teachers. Appointments must be
scheduled in advance at times convenient for both teachers and parents. Conferences will be scheduled at
such times that do not interrupt or interfere with a teacher’s class. To schedule a conference call the school
office (296-4514) between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.
D. Progress Reports
Mid-Six weeks progress reports are strongly encouraged by the administration of Waverly Junior High
School. However, they are not mandatory and your child might not receive them in some classes.
VII. CAFETERIA SERVICES
There is no place students reveal their manners or reflect the training they have received at home more conspicuously
than in the lunchroom. We urge all students to use the cafeteria as a place for pleasant relaxation, conversation, and
leisurely eating. Students are expected to leave the table area where they have eaten clean and orderly. Food and
beverages are not permitted outside the cafeteria at any time.
A. Lunch
1. A well-balanced meal meeting the government specifications is prepared by local cafeteria staff under the
supervision of an on-site cafeteria manager and a county-wide supervisor. Regular health inspections are
conducted by the State Health Department. Students have a choice of the hot lunch or salad bar daily.
Printed menus are available to all students the first of each month. All students must go to the lunchroom
with his/her class at the time the class is designated to be in the lunchroom. Students are to remain seated
in assigned seats in the cafeteria until dismissed. Order is to be maintained at all times. Lunch price is
$2.25 a day or $11.25/week (this is subject to change at the beginning of each school year). Students will
pay by the week. Lunch money is collected on Monday, or first day of school week. Students may not
charge meals.
2. Parents who wish to apply for free or reduced-price lunches for their children may do so by completing a
family application and returning it to the school.
3. It will be assumed that a child can drink milk unless the school is given a note, signed by a doctor, stating
the medical reason(s) why the child cannot drink milk. For sanitary considerations, we request that students
refrain from giving or accepting food in the cafeteria.
4. All parents and grandparents are welcome to come have lunch with their students. However, only those
that are on the child’s card in the office will be permitted to eat with them unless the child’s parent directs
the administration otherwise. VISITORS TO THE CAFTERIA ARE SUBJECT TO THE SAME RULES
AND REGULATIONS OF THOSE STUDENTS IN THE CAFETERIA. Visitors for lunch should remain
in the cafeteria at all times.
B. Breakfast
WJHS participates in a breakfast program for all who desire to participate. Breakfast is served from 7:30
until 7:45 each morning except the first day of school and pre-announced ―half-days‖ (see CALENDAR).
The cafeteria closes at 7:55 A.M. Students who are eligible for free and reduced lunches are likewise
eligible for breakfast.
Breakfasts menus provide choices of cereals, milk, juice or fruit, pancakes/French toast or meat-egg-
toast/biscuits, and the like. The cost of a breakfast is $1.25 and is paid for as the student goes through the
line.
C. Food / Drink Policy
1. All food and drink is to remain in the cafeteria at all times and may not be taken out of the cafeteria after
lunch.
2. At times teachers may allow students to eat in their classroom. However, food and drink should not be
consumed in the hall at any time.
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VIII. LOST AND FOUND
1. Articles of value, which have been found, other than textbooks and library books, should be taken to the office. If
unclaimed, they shall be disposed of at the end of the school year. Other articles that are found (clothes, book bags,
etc..) should be placed in the designated lost and found boxes in each hallway.
2. Library books should be taken to the librarian, and textbooks to the teacher of that class.
3. Lost articles can be claimed by proper identification. It is a good idea to clearly mark items with the owner's name
so they can be returned without delay. This also discourages unauthorized borrowing.
4. LOST ARTICLES WILL NOT BE RETAINED AT THE SCHOOL MORE THAN 10 DAYS FOLLOWING THE
CLOSING DATE.
IX. SCHOOL SUPPLY STORE
The student bookstore is located in room 103. Students may purchase pens, pencils, paper, and other school supplies.
The bookstore is open during Homeroom ONLY.
X. TELEPHONE
Use of the telephone by students is limited to emergency calls and school business calls only.
Calls to have parents bring homework or call for permission to attend parties and ride busses with friends, etc., will
not be permitted. These matters should be taken care of at home. A NOTE FROM THE STUDENT’S TEACHER IS
REQUIRED BEFORE THE TELEPHONE MAY BE USED.
XI. TEXTBOOK CARE
A. Textbooks are property of the Board of Education and shall be returned at the end of the school year, upon
completion of the course, or upon withdrawal from a course or school. Parents should accept full responsibility
for the care, preservation, return or replacement of textbooks issued to their children.
B. All textbooks MUST BE COVERED for the first two years of their usage after adoption.
C. The following reimbursement EXAMPLE will be used when damage is done to a textbook.......
EXAMPLE:
COST OF BOOK
$39.91 NEW 100% 1st year
$31.93 80% 2nd year
D. UNUSABLE BOOK Charge full cost of the current year value. There will be a 20% reduction from the original
price each year. Slight damage should never exceed more than 20% of the current year value.
E. In cases where the book is damaged to the extent it is no longer usable, the amount collected shall conform to the
reimbursement schedule for lost books.
F. If, after hearing the student's explanation and other investigation as necessary, the principal determines there has
been willful loss or damage of the textbook, he shall assess the appropriate fine.
G. Any pupil who fails or refuses to pay for a lost or damage textbook, at the replacement cost less reasonable
depreciation, will face any or all of the following sanctions:
1. Refusal to issue any additional textbooks until restitution is made.
2. Withholding of all grade cards, diplomas, certificates of progress, or transcripts until restitution is made.
3. Not allowing the pupil to take interim or final examinations or to earn course credit in the course for which
the textbook is prescribed.
H. Principals are responsible for this policy and will insure that each student receives a copy of this at the beginning of
the school year.
XII. PARENT INVOLVEMENT POLICY
This school’s parental involvement policy was developed and agreed upon by a committee made up of Waverly
Junior High parents, teachers, and educational support professionals, as well as the principal, and community
members. This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as appropriate to meet the changing needs of parents
and the school. All comments, both positive and negative, expressed by the parents or staff will be forwarded to the
Humphreys County Board of Education. This policy will be placed in the student handbook and distributed to
each child enrolled at Waverly Junior High School. A copy of this policy is available in each classroom.
In an effort to develop and maintain meaningful communication with parents, the school sends home surveys
and questionnaires with each student at the beginning of the school year. The school also relies on teacher referrals to
identify students with disabilities, English Language Learners (ELL), migratory, or internally displaced persons
(IDPs). Once these groups are identified their needs are defined through the services available by the State
Department of Education and our local school system. Modifications are then made and each student’s progress is
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reviewed throughout the school year. If parents cannot read, write, or speak English, the teachers will present
materials orally. All other information will be written in a language parents can understand and/or an interpreter will
be provided if at all possible. Efforts are made to include parents with disabilities in all activities, as well.
Various opportunities are offered to the parents in an effort to help them improve their child’s achievement
such as: grandparent day, open house, Fourth Grade Parent Night, transition to Fourth Grade and visitation day, as
well as other training designed to make parents full partners in the education of their children. Waverly Junior High
will host an early registration in the spring of each year in order to provide a smooth transition into junior high school
for all entering fourth grade students. The time and date will be announced in the local paper.
To insure parents are kept informed of their child’s progress, teachers send home three week progress reports, six
week report cards, standardized achievement test scores at the end of the year if they are available, and graded student
work, as well as scores obtained on teacher made and/or textbook designed tests. Upon request, teachers will explain
their curriculum, grading and discipline policies. In an effort to keep lines of communication open between home and
school, all notes and/or phone calls which are received from parents will be answered that day or as soon as the family
can be reached by phone or letter, and when necessary a meeting arranged. A minimum of two parent teacher
meetings is held annually to discuss student progress. The administration and secretarial staff of Waverly Junior High
makes every effort to schedule conferences with teachers and parents when it is most convenient for the parent, while
protecting the integrity of instructional time.
All parents and students are made aware of shared knowledge and resources here at Waverly Junior High School.
This is done through the following means: a handbook for every child that each parent must sign, along with their
student, that they have read and understand, the school website (www.waverlyjuniorhigh.com) that contains events,
schedules, forms and other items crucial to student success, advertisements in the newspaper, and newsletters from
many teachers, to name a few. The school makes parents aware of services available in our county such as: the GED
program, educational classes held at the community college and preschools offered at Waverly Junior High School for
at-risk children, as well as how to enroll.
There are a variety of plans and strategies that are implemented at Waverly Junior High to ensure active parent
participation in school. One of these includes a strong parent organization Students Teachers Parents (STP) that meets
on a regular basis. This organization looks at what the school needs and develops polices to help provide for those
needs. Homework, attendance, and discipline require parent participation as well. Each discipline incident that goes
through the office warrants parent/family notification. This is done through a Disciplinary Referral Slip. The parent is
required to sign these slips and send them back with the student. Letters are sent to parents of students with excessive
absences as well to ensure attendance and success. Parents are also made aware of the variety of after school programs
that provide homework help and tutoring services on a regular basis through written communication.
Parental comments and collaboration in policymaking is sought in a variety of ways. The parent organization
Students Teachers Parents regularly talks with many parents seeking input and comments on how the school can
operate better. The school itself randomly surveys parents, asking for comments on what is right and wrong with the
school, along with how the school can be changed for the good of every student. Each teacher makes the students and
parents aware of the materials and services available to them. All parental requests for training and/or parent
involvement activities must be submitted to the school principal who presents it to the Parent Involvement Committee
for consideration. The school provides reasonable support for parental involvement activities requested by parents.
Waverly Junior High School institutes reflective practice through its Family and Community Advisory Council
(FCAC). This group meets each year to assess the effectiveness of the Parent/Family Involvement Policy to
determine what actions should be taken to increase parental and community participation. The FCAC is comprised of
students’ parents from each grade level served by Waverly Junior High, an administrator, three teachers from different
grade levels, and community business leaders.
XIII. BULLYING POLICY and THE UNSAFE SCHOOL CHOICE POLICY
1. The Humphreys County Board of Education adopted in 2005-2006 school year a formal Bullying Policy
and Unsafe School Choice Policy.
2. A copy of each of these policies is kept on file at the Humphreys County Board of Education’s Central
Office and may be attained any time between 8:00am and 3:00pm, Monday through Friday.
XIV. CIVIL RIGHTS POLICY OF HUMPHREYS COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
NO PERSON IN THE UNITED STATES SHALL ON THE GROUNDS OF RACE, COLOR, OR NATIONAL
ORIGIN, BE EXCLUDED FROM PARTICIPATION IN, BE DENIED THE BENEFITS OF, OR BE SUBJECTED
TO DISCRIMINATION UNDER ANY PROGRAM OR ACTIVITY RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE.
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XV. OUT OF COUNTY TUITION
A student that chooses to attend any Humphreys County School that lives outside of the county is required to pay
$1,000.00 per year in tuition and fees.
XVI. COMPLAINT PROCEDURE (School Board Policy 100.120)
It is the desire of the board that all complaints be resolved at the lowest possible echelon. All complaints should be
channeled through the following persons prior to being brought to the board:
1. Teacher
2. Principal
3. Supervisor
If, after the above procedure has been followed, there is still a complaint, the matter will be referred to a Grievance
Committee composed of the following persons:
1. Principal
2. Accused
3. Accuser
4. Supervisor
5. Director or his/her Designee
If the Grievance Committee cannot resolve the problem then the matter may be referred to the board for final action.
XVII. SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF STUDENTS (school Board Policy 300.95)
Sexual Harassment activity toward any student by an employee or another student will not be tolerated! Sexual
harassment is defined as conduct, advances, gestures, or words of a sexual nature which:
1. Unreasonably interferes with the student’s work or educational opportunities; or
2. Creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive learning environment; or
3. Implies that submission to such conduct is made an explicit or implicit term of receiving grades or
credit; or
4. Implies that submission to or rejection of such conduct will be used as a basis for determining the
student’s grades and/or participation in a student activity.
Victims of sexual harassment shall report these conditions to the appropriate school official. Confidentiality will
be maintained and no reprisals or retaliation will occur as a result of good faith reporting of charges of sexual
harassment.
In determining whether alleged conduct constitutes sexual harassment, all of the conduct and the context in
which the alleged conduct occurred, will be investigated. The Director of Schools shall be responsible for
investigating all complaints of sexual harassment. If satisfactory resolution of the complaint is not reached, the
student may appeal the matter to the Director, and ultimately, to the Board.
XVIII. Humphreys County Acceptable Computer / Technology Use Policy
The Humphreys County School System is pleased to provide computers with Internet access and network
capabilities in all classrooms. This section contains the acceptable use of all computer related equipment set forth by
the Humphreys County Board of Education.
1. All students in good standing with the school will have access to the Internet (World Wide Web) and
informational resources through their classroom, library, or school computer lab with permission of
parents or guardian.
2. At this time, e-mail accounts and personal web pages are not being issued to students. If and when these
resources are allowed, additional conditions will be added to the Student Acceptable Use Policy to
address the additional responsibilities, which accompany these items.
To ensure that Internet connections are used constructively for the advancement of educational opportunities for
the students of Humphreys County Schools, it is necessary to establish policies for acceptable use of computer
network communications. The State of Tennessee has taken precautions to restrict access to controversial materials.
Filtering software to block access to sites deemed inappropriate for instructional purposed has been installed and is
monitored daily.
Acceptable use of the district’s network and the Internet must be in support of education and research, and be
consistent with the educational objectives of the school district. Use of other networks or computing resources must
comply with the rules appropriate for that network. Transmission of material in violation of any U.S. or state
regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or
material protected by trade secret. Personal use for commercial activities, product advertising and/or political gain is
prohibited. No two-way communication through ―chat times‖ will be allowed. Only those computers connected and
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approved by the school administrators and the system coordinator will be allowed to use Humphreys County Schools
Internet access. Access to protected resources ―computer hacking‖ is illegal and prohibited. Student use is restricted
to activities approved by the supervising teacher. Computers and equipment must be used exclusively for school
business and educational activities, and are subject to monitoring. Abusive behavior toward equipment will be
reported to the school principal for disciplinary action. To safeguard computers and software from virus and corrupt
files, supervising teacher and system technology coordinator must approve any materials downloaded from the
Internet. Students are prohibited from installing any software on the school system’s computers. Programs or games
that are not educational or research based instructional programs are not to be installed or played on any computer at
any time. Students are prohibited from providing personal information to anyone online. Never share your password
with anyone. User accounts must not be shared or left open and unattended. Backup copies of documents are the
responsibility of the user. As a user you are accountable and can be help responsible for policy violations traced to
you. Attempting to log in through another person’s account or access another person’s files is illegal, even if only for
the purpose of browsing.
Vandalism will result in a cancellation of privileges. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or
destroy data of another user, or to harm or destroy computer equipment.
The use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate use will result in cancellation of those privileges.
Students who fail to comply with acceptable use policies adopted by the Humphreys County Board of Education will
also be subject to disciplinary action by school administration consistent with the school’s board discipline policy.
XXIX. Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) afford parents and students over 18 years of age (―eligible
students‖) certain: rights with respect to the student’s education records. They are:
(1) The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the District
receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the school principal (or
appropriate school official) a written request that indentifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The
principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and
place where the records may be inspected.
(2) The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student
believes is inaccurate or misleading. Parents or eligible students may ask the Humphreys County School
System to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the school
principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or
misleading. If the District decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent of eligible student,
the District will notify the parent of eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a
hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures
will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right of a hearing.
(3) The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s
education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One
exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate
educational interests. A School official is a person employed by the District as an administrator,
supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement
unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board: a person or company with whom the District has
contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a
parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or
assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate
educational interest if the official needs to review an educational record in order to fulfill his or her
professional responsibility. Upon request, the District discloses educational records, without consent, to
officials of another School District in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
(4) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the
District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that
administers FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
600 Independence Ave., S.W.
Washington, DC 20202-4605
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DIRECTORY INFORMATION PUBLIC NOTICE: The Humphreys County School System may disclose certain
information, known as directory information, in its discretion without consent. Parents of eligible students may refuse
to permit the School System release any or all of this information. If you do not want this information released, you
must sent written notice to your child’s school on or before September 1 each year. The following information
regarding students is considered directory information:
1. Name
2. Address
3. Telephone number
4. Date and place of birth
5. Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
6. Weight and height of members of athletic teams
7. Dates of attendance
8. Recognitions and awards received
9. Other similar information that would not generally be considered harmful or invasion of privacy if
disclosed, such as a photograph
Local educational agencies receiving federal assistance must make the same information about high school students
that is available to postsecondary institutions or prospective employers available to military recruiters.
XXX. Support Services Department: Child Find (A Public School Program to Meet the Unique Needs of Every Child
A. Purpose of Child Find
All children with disabilities residing in the state, including children with disabilities who are homeless
children or are ward of the state and children with disabilities attending private schools, regardless of the
severity of their disabilities, and who are in need of special education and related services, are identified, and
implemented to determine which children with disabilities are currently receiving needed special education
and related services.
B. HUMPHREYS COUNTY CHILD FIND INITATIVE
The Humphreys County Child Find program identifies children between the ages of three and twenty-
one with special education needs including speech/language disabilities, autism, mental retardation,
physically and/or health impaired, and high intellectual potential students are just a few of the eligibility
areas that will be assessed. Educational needs are determined through parent interviews and child
evaluations. Areas evaluated may include but are not limited to, vision, hearing, speech and language, motor,
cognitive and adaptive development.
Following evaluation, if a child is determined to meet Tennessee State Eligibility Standards and be in
need of special educational services, an Individual Education Plan (IEP) will be developed for the child and
an appropriate program offered to meet the child’s educational needs.
C. HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILD IS ELIGIBLE FOR SERVICES
If you suspect a child needs additional educational support to achieve his or her educational potential the
Humphreys County School System strongly encourages you to contact us. The school system will provide a
FREE screening and possible full evaluation of your child to determine any special needs and services for
which our child might be eligible. The Humphreys County School System adheres to all Federal and State
requirements as outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or the State of Tennessee
Special Education Eligibility Standards.
D. POSSIBLE SUPPORT SERVICES
SPEECH/LANGUAGE SOCIAL WORKER
OCCUPTIONAL THERAPY HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION
PHYSICAL THERAPY 504 ACCOMODATIONS
VISION THERAPY ABA
E. WHERE DO I CALL FOR INFORMATION
To refer you child for further information contact the support services department of the Humphreys County
School System 931-296-2568.
Mr. James L. Long Mrs. Ava Moore
Director of Schools Special Education Supervisor
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XXX. PHONE EXTENSIONS
Ext. 21 Principal Mailbox 21
Ext. 22 Assistant Principal (Barbara Bates) Mailbox 22
Ext. 32 Assistant Principal (Stephen Webb) Mailbox 32
Ext. 23 Secretary / Records Mailbox 23
Ext. 24 Secretary / Bookkeeper Mailbox 24
Ext. 26 Nurse Mailbox 26
Ext. 30 Athletics Department Mailbox 30
Ext. 59 Guidance Department Mailbox 59
Ext. 60 Special Education Mailbox 60
Ext. 61 Library Mailbox 61
Ext. 62 Cafeteria Mailbox 62
Ext. 54 Fourth (4th) Grade Mailbox 54
Ext. 55 Fifth (5th) Grade Mailbox 55
Ext. 56 Sixth (6th) Grade Mailbox 56
Ext. 57 Seventh (7th) Grade Mailbox 57
Ext. 58 Eighth (8th) Grade Mailbox 58
Ext. 46 General School Information Mailbox 46
Main Line 931-296-4514
Principal’s Line 931-296-6530
Assistant Principal 931-296-6502
Cafeteria 931-296-7888
Fax 931-296-6507
Grade level and specialty area mailboxes are checked once per day. If a parent is calling to have homework
assignments gathered or to change the after school plan for their child, it is best to speak to a secretary. Otherwise, the
message may not be received. All secretary messages are checked before the end of the school.
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TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CONTACT INFORMATION
Answers to many questions and much helpful information may be obtained from the State Department of Education by calling
1-888-212-3162 or visiting http://www.state.tn.us.education/speced/index.htm.
LEGAL SERVICES DIVISION
Division of Special Education, Tennessee Department of Education
710 James Robertson Parkway
Andrew Johnson Tower, 5th Floor
Nashville, TN 37243-0380
Phone 615-741-2851 Fax: 615-253-5567 or 615-532-9412
WEST TENNESSEE REGIONAL RESOURCE CENTER
100 Berryhill Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
Phone 731-421-5074 Fax 731-421-5077
EAST TENNESSEE REGIONAL RESOURCE CENTER
2763 Island Home Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37290
Phone 865-594-5691 Fax 865-594-8909
CHILD ADVOCACY GROUP CONTACT INFORMATION
In addition to the state and local resources available to parents and children, there are many agencies and organizations that
offer support, information, training, and help in advocating for persons with disabilities in Tennessee. A few of these
organizations are listed below:
The ARC of Tennessee is on the internet at http://www.thearctn.org/
44 Vantage Way, Suite 550
Nashville, TN 37228
Phone 615-248-5878 Tollfree 1-800-835-7077
Fax 615-248-5879 Email: pcooper@thearctn.org
Support and Training for Exceptional Parents (STEP) is on the internet at http://www.tnstep.org/
712 Professional Plaza Greenville, TN 37745
West Tennessee: Middle Tennessee: East Tennessee:
901-756-4332 615-463-2310 423-639-2464
jenness.roth@tnstep.org information@tnstep.org karen harriosn@tnstep.org
Tennessee Protection and Advocacy (TP&A) is on the internet at hppt:/www.tpanic.org/ 416 21st Ave.South Nashville, TN
37212 1-800-287-9636 or 615-298-1080 615-298-247 l(TTY) 615-298-2046 (Fax) Tennessee Voices for Children is on the
internet at http://www.tnvoices.org/main.htm
West Tennessee: Middle Tennessee: East Tennessee:
(Jackson Area) 1315 8th Ave South (Knoxville Area)
Phone 731-660-6365 Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 865-609-2490
Fax: 731-660-6372 Phone: 615-269-7751 Fax: 865-609-2543
Fax: 615-269-8914
TN Tollfree 1-800-670-9882
email: TVC@tnvoices.org
These are but a few of the organizations available to help with information, training and advocacy. For a more extensive list
visit The Tennessee Disability Services-Disability Pathfinger Database: hppt://mingus.kc.vanderbilt.edu/tdir/dbsearch.asp
On the web page, select your county and the service you desire from the drop-down lists and click submit.
This information is provided as a service to individuals seeking additional avenues for help and information. The Department
of Education does not intend this as an endorsement or recommendation for any individual, organization or service represented
on this page.
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2008-2009
IMPORTANT DATES
Fri, August 8 1st Day of School for 4th and 5th Grades
Mon, August 11 All Students Report to School
Mon, September 1 NO SCHOOL: Labor Day
Thu, September 11 Football Homecoming vs. Houston Co.
Tue, September 30 Parent Teacher Conferences 3:15-6:30pm
Thu, October 2 Parent Teacher Conferences 3:15-6:30pm
October 3-10 NO SCHOOL: Fall Break
Tue, November 4 NO SCHOOL: Election Day
November 26-28 NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving Break
Fri, December 19 School Dismissal at 10:00am
December 22-January 2 NO SCHOOL: Christmas Break
Mon, January 19 NO SCHOOL: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Tue, February 3 TCAP Writing Test for 5th and 8th Grades
Mon, February 16 NO SCHOOL: Presidents’ Day
Tue, March 3 Parent Teacher Conferences 3:15-7:15pm
Thu, March 5 School Dismissal at 10:00am
March 6-9 NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
April 6-10 NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
April 20-24 TCAP Test Week
Tue, May 5 Gateway Algebra I Exam
Mon, May 25 NO SCHOOL: Memorial Day
Fri, May 29 Last Day of School / School Dismissal at 10:00am
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