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FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK — Dr. Alicia K. Scelso

FRESHMEN ORIENTATION

Wednesday, SEPTEMBER 4

8:24 am-10:40 am

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ALL STUDENTS

RETURN

Thursday,

SEPTEMBER 5

FULL DAY

8:24 am -3:00 pm

Assistant Principals

Dr. Shae-Brie Dow

Ext. 3003

Ms. Leighanne Recktenwald

Ext. 3003

Mr. Michael Mendes

Ext. 3007

Freehold Regional

High School

District Freehold Township High School

BUSINESS NAME

281 Elton-Adelphia Road

Freehold NJ, 07728

We’re on the Web!

www.frhsd.com

Select Freehold

Township

Schedules will be available for all students on August 16th.

Please PRINT a copy of your schedule prior to your first day of school!

The last day to drop /add classes is September 16, 2019

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION: DROP OFF AND PICK UP OF STUDENTS Must be on the gymnasium side ONLY for the safety of all of our students. All

other lots will be closed to incoming traffic. The only doors open to students in

the a.m. will be on the gymnasium side. These doors will open at 7:45 am. Dur-

ing the school day (8:30 am—2:30 pm) drop off and pick up should be in front

of the attendance office, which is marked with a “Main Entrance” sign.

There is a “No Stopping or Standing” zone in front of the high school. This zone

extends from Fawn Court, west of the high school, to 500 feet east of Old Post

Road. Discharging and picking up passengers in this area is prohibited and can

result in a motor vehicle summons. We have also been notified that due to in-

creased traffic patterns, picking up or dropping off on Woodstock Place within

150 feet of Elton Adelphia Road is also prohibited.

In an effort to promote safety, the Police Department has temporarily placed

barrels near the crosswalk. We would like to remind your student to cross only

at the crosswalk and to look both ways before entering the roadway.

WELCOME MR. MICHAEL MENDES, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Mr. Mendes has been in education since 2002 where he began as a Business Ed-

ucation teacher and coach at New Egypt High School. In 2009, he was promoted

to the Assistant Principal position at New Egypt High School. In 2010, he moved

on to Wall Township High School as the Assistant Principal. From 2015-2019 he

was the Principal at New Egypt High School. Mr. Mendes will start his tenure

at Freehold Township High School on August 12, 2019 as an Assistant Principal.

Mr. Mendes earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a

concentration in Marketing from Monmouth University. He earned his Master’s

Degree in Educational Leadership from Thomas Edison State University.

WELCOME MS. HOLLY FABIYAN, GUIDANCE SUPERVISOR

Ms. Fabiyan earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of

Connecticut and Master’s Degree in School Counseling from Georgian Court

University. Ms. Fabiyan holds a Supervisor and an Educational Leadership cer-

tificate from Montclair State University. Ms. Fabiyan began her counseling ca-

reer in 2012 at Freehold Boro High School. She also coached Swimming and

Gymnastics.

Welcome to the Patriot Nation!

PTO Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 7 pm. All are Welcome!

@akscelso and @TownshipScores

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Student Passwords

All incoming 9th graders and NEW/Transfer Students to the District will follow this nomenclature for their PASSWORD:

First Name First Initial (Caps), Last Name First Initial (lowercase), 10 DIGIT State ID (SSID)

EXAMPLE: John Smith- Js2145831973

The students will have the ability to change this password, however, they will not be required to change it un-til it expires in 6 months.

Students will be able to access their State ID (SSID) via the Genesis Portal as soon as access is provided on Friday, August 16, 2019. (Date Schedules are Released)

When a parent/student logs into the Genesis Parent Portal, a message will appear notifying them of the pass-word.

Freehold Township High School Bell Schedules

Regular Day BEGINS ENDS Min

Half Day BEGINS ENDS Min

90 Min. Delay BEGINS ENDS Min

Warning Bell 8:20 AM

Warning Bell 8:20 AM

Warning Bell 9:50 AM

BLOCK 1 8:24 AM 9:31 AM 67

BLOCK 1 8:24 AM 9:14 AM 50

BLOCK 1 9:54 AM 10:44 AM 50

BLOCK 2 9:36 AM 10:43 AM 67

BLOCK 2 9:19 AM 10:09 AM 50

BLOCK 2 10:49 AM 11:39 AM 50

BLOCK 3 10:48 AM 11:55 AM 67

BLOCK 3 10:14 AM 11:04 AM 50

BLOCK 3 11:44 AM 12:34 PM 50

LUNCH 12:00 PM 12:35 PM 35

BLOCK 4 11:09 AM 11:59 AM 50

LUNCH 12:39 PM 1:09 PM 30

BLOCK 4 12:41 PM 1:48 PM 67

BLOCK 5 12:04 PM 12:54 PM 50

BLOCK 4 1:15 PM 2:05 PM 50

BLOCK 5 1:53 PM 3:00 PM 67

NO LUNCH SERVED

BLOCK 5 2:10 PM 3:00 PM 50

The school year calendar will be predetermined. To find the calendar for the 2019-2020 school year, please visit : https://www.frhsd.com/cms/lib/NJ01912687/Centricity/Domain/4/2019-2020%20FRHSD%20Box%20Calendar%206.20.pdf

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Important Dates

FRHSD

College & Career Fair

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

6:00 pm Howell High School

PSAT Testing-for 9th, 10th & 11th grade students

October 16, 2019 (Early Dismissal)

FRESHMEN KICKOFF—FOR ALL FRESHMEN

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

5:00 pm -6:00 pm

FTHS Football Field There will be a presentation in the auditorium for parents only:

5:00 pm -6:00 pm

Please drop you child off on the gym side, and park on the auditorium side FR

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Global Studies Magnet Program

9th Grade Orientation

August 28, 2019 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm (prior to Freshmen Kickoff)

Freehold Township High School will host a Transition Forum and Tour on August 28th at 4:00 pm in the Media Center for all transfer students and /or students working with an IEP. Current FTHS students will hold a question and answer session about high school and their experiences. They will also offer advice about transitioning from middle school to high school. Following the forum students will break into small groups and take a tour of the school. During the tour, students will be able to map out their classrooms and visit their lockers.

FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN LEARNING ABOUT OUR

GLOBAL STUDIES MAGNET PROGRAM

There will be a district open house on

October 7th at 7:00 pm

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BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT PARENT GUIDE

Thursday, September 19, 2019 6:30 pm -8:30 pm

The faculty and administration of FTHS extend a cordial invitation to all to attend our annual “Back To School Night” on Thursday, September 19, 2019. The evening begins at 6:30 pm and ends at approximately 8:30 pm. During the evening, parents/guardians follow their child’s schedule, meeting teachers and learning about the established course requirements and proficiencies. Information is provided on course content, study skills, homework requirements, grading procedures and general classroom practices. A schedule form is in-cluded below. Please have your child complete it and use it as your guide on Back To School Night.

Please note that there will be a session for parents of ninth graders beginning at 5:30 pm. Counselor locations can be found below.

Parents of Special Education students are also invited to attend an informational session in the Little Theatre, 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

The school day for students will end at 12:54 pm and no lunches will be served. We look forward to seeing all of you.

Thursday, September 19, 2019

6:30 pm—8:30 pm

Dear Students: Please complete the following schedule for your parents/guardians to use during Back to School Night. Peer Leaders will be available to assist with room locations.

9th Grade Parents are welcome to attend a parent session at 5:30 pm (please see the counselor list below for location).

School Counselor Locations

Mr. Burlew: Cafeteria Mrs. Kearns: D113 Mrs. Aaronson: A104

Mr. Fromuth: Little Theater Mrs. Landy: Auditorium Mrs. Mayer: D109

Ms. Levine: Media Center

Student: Please fill out the following for your parent/guardian :

9th Grade Students only

5:00-6:15 Counselor Session: My counselor is_________________________Room #___________

6:30-6:45 Dr. Scelso, Principal Auditorium

6:50-7:00 Period 1 Subject ____________________ Teacher ___________ Room # ________

7:05-7:15 Period 2 Subject ____________________ Teacher ___________ Room # ________

7:20-7:30 Period 3 Subject ____________________ Teacher ___________ Room # ________

7:35-7:45 Period 4 Subject ____________________ Teacher ___________ Room # ________

7:50-8:00 Period 5 Subject ____________________ Teacher ___________ Room # ________

8:05-8:15 Period 6 Subject ____________________ Teacher ___________ Room # ________

8:20-8:30 Period 7 Subject ____________________ Teacher ___________ Room # ________

Student: Please fill out the following for your parent/guardian :

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CONFERENCES

Thursday, November 14, 2019

Fall Parent/Teacher Conference Night will be held between the hours of 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

School is in FULL SESSION on this day.

The conference provides you with an opportunity to discuss the individual progress and achievement of your child with his/her teachers/counselor. If you wish to speak with your child’s teachers/counselor you will have to schedule an appointment. Appointments may be scheduled online through the Parent Portal. You will re-ceive notification and instructions regarding scheduling conferences in late October/early November.

Due to the large number of students in our school, the time for each conference is limited. If you feel that more time is needed, or a day conference is needed prior to the evening conference date, you may call the department supervisor at 732.431.8460. The supervisor will contact the teacher who will set up an appoint-ment with you at another mutually convenient time. In lieu of an in-person conference, you may also call the department supervisor to arrange a telephone conference with your child’s teachers. If you come to school on the conference night without an appointment to see a particular teacher, you will have to check with the teacher to see if they have a time slot available. If not, contact the school to leave a message with the individ-ual teacher.

PARENT WORKSHOPS/PROGRAMS

Mark Your Calendars Workshops for parents and guardians are offered at FTHS on a variety of subjects throughout the year.

The following evening workshops are currently scheduled:

Grade 12 Parent College Application /Financial Aid Workshop –Grade 12: Tuesday, September 17th, 6:00 pm, Auditorium 9th Grade Parent Workshop: Thursday, September 19th, 5:30 pm -6:15 pm, (Prior to Back to School Night)

Special Education Orientation: Thursday, September 19th, 6:00 pm -6:30 pm, Little Theatre Title I Information Session for Parents: Thursday, September 19th, 5:30 pm -6:00 pm, Media Center Title I Parent Programs at FTHS

Two Hands on Parent Technology Workshops

5:30 pm -7:30 pm in the Media Center

Workshop I - Date TBD Fall 2019

Workshop II - Date TBD Spring 2020

Parents will learn about the software available to their student, in school and at home, which includes the College Search Tool. Parents will be able to log into their accounts and access infor-mation. These are very helpful workshops for all parents. Please join us.

Please call 732.431.8460 ext. 3007 to reserve a spot.

A light meal will be served, so a prior reservation is necessary.

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SECURITY PROCEDURES

No one may enter the building without an appointment. All visitors must sign in at the Security Desk, located at the main entrance to the school. Visitors must show identification, sign the Visitors’ Log, fill out a visitor pass and return the pass to the security desk as they leave the building.

Those with requests for transcripts may contact the Counseling & Guidance Services Department for an appointment or may complete a request form at the Security Desk. No visitors are allowed to attend classes.

For security purposes we utilize a buzzer system, so please limit the number of items being dropped off for your student. Parents/guardians dropping off items for their student are to leave the items at the security counter. Please make sure that all items are clearly marked with the student’s name and grade. We are not responsible for the items being dropped off. We are not able to call into classrooms letting them know an item has been dropped off for them. It is your student’s responsibility to pick them up. Students may not have food delivered to school.

DROPPING OFF AND PICKING UP STUDENTS ALL DOORS WILL BE LOCKED UNTIL 7:45 am. Do NOT DROP students off prior to 7:45 am. Students

will not have access to the building (unless specific arrangements have been made with a teacher or a coach).

Drop Off : Between 7:45 am-8:20 am-ALL students MUST be dropped off on the gymnasium side of the building.

All other doors will be locked. After 8:25 am students should be dropped off at the Attendance Office in front of the building.

Pick Up: All vehicles must use the gymnasium side. Please park in any space or around the perimeter of the parking lot if no spaces are available. No cars will be admitted at the West Entrance, between 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm due to safety concerns and the large number of buses entering and leaving the campus. Do NOT park/pick up on El-ton Adelphia Rd.

When Students Need to Sign Out Early

On the morning of the early dismissal, please send in a note with your student stating the time, reason, and a phone number where you can be reached. Have them bring the note to the Attendance Office before home-room. The Attendance Office will call to confirm the note, and a pass will be given to your child to leave class at the designated time. This will eliminate unnecessary interruptions into a class. Please come into the attend-ance office to sign your student out. This procedure applies to all students.

I.D. CARDS I.D. cards will be issued for under-classmen when yearbook photos are taken. Students must carry their I.D.’s at all times. Failure to have an I.D. card will result in disciplinary action. Replacement I.D. cards are $5.00. A new ID card can be made in the main office.

Please be Courteous and Respectful of Others

DO NOT use Aerosol sprays and perfumes in common are-as, such as the halls, cafeteria and classrooms. Many of you may not be aware of the severe allergic reaction many people have to aerosol spays and per-fumes. You are ONLY per-mitted to use these items in the locker room and the rest rooms. Students need to adhere to this policy.

HELPFUL TIPS FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS

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MESSAGE FROM THE SECA —-Mr. Adam Brusotti 732.431.8460 ext. 3011 abrusotti@frhsd.com

The Office of the Supervisor of Extracurricular Activities embraces the attitude of Patriot Nation, championing academics and teamwork! Accountability and commitment are the cornerstones of this office’s philosophy; under my leadership the student-participants of Freehold Township High School continue to grow as citizens, within our school as well as throughout our surrounding communities. Our Athletic Alumni Association is a new way for the past, present and future of Freehold Township High School to connect.

The 2018-2019 academic year was again marked by success in both athletics and activities:

Division Championships were earned in Girls Soccer, Girls Tennis, Boys Cross Country, Gymnastics, Girls Bowling, Boys Basketball and Girls and Boys Track & Field. Our Boys Spring Track & Field team won their first ever Shore Conference Championship, our Boys Basketball team won their 1st ever State Sectional Championship, our Girls Bowling team won their first ever State Group Championship and Gymnastics won their 2nd consecutive Overall State Title. Our senior class boasted a District Wrestling Champion, Monmouth County Champions, Shore Conference Champions and State Champions while setting new school records in various sports. Follow @TownshipScores on Twitter for updates on all of Patriot Nation’s progress.

We had notable success off the field as well: 9 members of our choir were named to the All-Shore Chorus and 3 were named All-State. 20 members of our band earned All-Shore honors, while we had 3 All-Region band honoree and 1 All-State band member. We once again had county, regional, state or national accomplishments by participants in FCCLA, Forensics, FFA, Drama, and Art Club The Red Cross Club continued its community outreach by sponsoring two blood drives at the school and we hosted our first ever (and very successful) Dance For the Kids. We have dozens of clubs, all giving back to the community in their own way.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Wednesday, August 28th at 6:30 pm- Meet the Fall Coaches Night. This is a mandatory program for all Fall athletes and their parents that focuses on the policies and expectations of the SECA and coaches. Par-ents, we need your support to ensure a successful athletic season!

Thursday, September 19th– Activities Fair- Freshmen, get involved! It is always inspiring to see the students who become involved in various clubs and activities rise through the ranks and lead those clubs. Descriptions for the clubs we offer can be found on the SECA website.

Tuesday, September 24th at 7:50 am– Winter Sports Sign-Ups- Students interested in participating in Basketball, Bowling, Ice Hockey, Swimming, Winter Track, Wrestling or Dance must attend this meeting!

Visit my webpage for more information regarding extracur-ricular activities. Click www.frhsd.com, choose Freehold Township High School and click on “ACTIVITIES.” To re-ceive text message or e-mail alerts about game changes, go to www.shoreconferencenj.org.

As stated earlier, academics take priority. It is necessary to maintain academic eligibility to compete in athletics or par-ticipate in extracurricular activities. We are proud of our 22 athletes from the Class of 2019 that will continue playing at the collegiate level. This was not an easy task for these stu-dents, but their commitment to academics only strengthened their prospects. Be the “student” in “student-participant.” I am looking forward to the success, news and honors of the Classes of 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023!

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Program

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP) is a com-prehensive and rigorous pre-university course of studies for highly motivated students. Freehold Township offers pre-IB courses in 9th and 10th grade to help students to prepare for the IB classes which begin in 11th grade. Students in the IB program at Freehold Township take 6 required courses including the History of the Americas; Literature; Bi-ology or Physics, Latin or Spanish, Design Technology, Visual Arts or Music, and Math Analysis and Approaches or Math Applications and Interpretations. Students will also participate in a Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course and will complete hours in Community, Ac-tion, and Service (CAS) and write an extended essay.

The IB Diploma program is widely recognized in the United States and around the world. Freehold Township High School is now one of 17 IB schools in New Jersey! There are more than 1700 schools in over 145 countries that offer the IB Diploma around the world.

Congratulations to Our 2019 IB Class: 15 Students earned the prestigious IB Diploma!

Why join the IB Diploma Program at Freehold Township?

Universities want IB DP students because the IB Diploma Program is rigorous, academically challenging, and consistent with the preparation that students need to be successful after high school. The IB program at Freehold Township promotes:

• An emphasis on the acquisition of both written and oral communication skills

• A course of study which supports inquiry, understanding, and critical thinking

• Content knowledge and study habits for success beyond high school

• International awareness

• Helping students to see links between the disciplines and what they are learning in all of their classes

If you are interested in learning more about the IB program, please contact Mr. Michael Dillon, IB Coordinator, at mike.dillon@frhsd.com.

Our AP Physics teams combined to lead our school to second place in their division of the National Science League competition in 2019.The team members were Andrew

Quinlan, Nicolas Elimanco, Tyler Kelly, Matthew Verga, Christopher Chen, Nick Velar-do, Ricky Wohlrab, Evan Nastarowicz, Ben Schornstein, William Truex, and Jonathan Golba. Our Top scorer was Andrew Quinlan receiving a perfect 40 out of 40

to become a National Science Student Leader. In AP Biology Emily Ruegger was our team’s top scorer.

SCIENCE LEAGUE PLACED!

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Freehold Township High School has been designated by the Anti-Defamation League as “No Place for Hate” for the 2018-2019 school year, once again. This year we have been honored as a GOLD Star school. This recognition celebrates commitment and support for establishing anti-bullying and acceptance activities within the school environment. No Place for Hate is a national initiative that supports educators and students in ensuring that their school environment is one where anti-bullying awareness strategies and acceptance practices are prevalent and embedded as an intrinsic part of their school’s culture.

Students and staff at Freehold Township High School participated in many activities throughout the school year which help to build a respectful, inclusive, and safe school community where all students can thrive. Such activities included Respect Week with a “A Step in the Right Direction” theme. The Work-place Training students collected over 1000 pledges to stamp out stereotyping. The school's Fine and Ap-plied art students who designed and constructed a Tolerance Ship once again displayed sails for all to see outside the media center. We also held Patriot Positivity Week during which students took the positivity pledge and performed random acts of kindness. Members of the Human Relations Committee also partic-ipated in Pride Week. One of the activities was Challenge Day; where students participated in one-on-one and group activities. They encouraged each other to look beyond their comfort zone and make friends with others. During Pride Week a leadership luncheon was conducted with a guest presenter. The interac-tive event focused on encouraging students to become leaders within their school and community and to confront their own bias feelings towards others. The school's Lead for Diversity students planned and decorated a bi-monthly bulletin board promoting harmony and respect among the student body. A special thank you to Ms. Jordan for making the application and for keeping us all organized, which resulted in this prestigious award!

NO PLACE FOR HATE: ADL Recognition—6th Year

Our annual “Patriot Citizenship Breakfast”, which honors all seniors that have had no discipline in all four years of high school, was held on June 10, 2019. This year there were 322 seniors (out of 514) honored from the Class 2019, which in-cluded our four seniors that had perfect attendance for all four years.

Congratulations to all of our stu-dents that were invited to the breakfast!

CELEBRATING Student

SUCCESS

LUNCH ACCOUNTS

Information regarding lunch accounts can be

found on our district website at

www.frhsd.com. Click on “Lunch Account”

from the home page. Please note: money

from middle school accounts does not carry

over to the high school.

Our New Blue Morning Crew 2019-2020- Morning Announcers

Brendan Doel

Douglas Sousa

Carly Villegas

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SCHOOL SAFETY PROGRAMS

Class of 2023-Show Your True Colors

RESPECT Week -October 7th-October 11th

Activities will be scheduled for each day!

Freehold Township High School continues to be proactive with school wide initiatives throughout the school year to promote RESPECT for one another. The following student groups assist with some of these initiatives:

Lead For Diversity Students (LFD)

Peer Leaders

Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)

Human Relations Committee (HRC)/Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)

Various programs will be conducted —- Some of them are:

Presentations in freshmen health classes

Grade Level Assemblies

SLIP (Saying Little Inappropriate Phrases) Interventions

Peer to Peer Transition (throughout the year)

National Anti-Violence week (October)

Respect Week

PRIDE Week (March)

Challenge Day

Sports Captains Workshops

Cross Age Training

Citizenship Breakfast

Patriot Positivity Week

FTHS has a School Safety Team to assist with these

programs throughout the year.

Our Anti-Bullying Specialist is

Ms. Kristin Clyne, Student Assistance Counselor, kclyne@frhsd.com

732.431.8460

Class of 2023

Show Your True Colors

Class of 2022 A Step in the Right

Direction

Class of 2021 Unlock Your Potential

Class of 2020

Create Your Own Story

Freshmen Transition Program: A wide variety of programs are provided to facilitate your student’s successful transition into high school throughout the year. Activities include:

Freshmen Kickoff/Orientation High School Survival Skills Workshops Patriot Pals-hall guides, homeroom and Peer to Peer Transition Groups afterschool activities Extra-Curricular Activities Fair

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LEAD FOR DIVERSITY

What is Lead for Diversity, LFD? Students are chosen to attend a week-long summer camp discussing issues of tolerance and diversity, hosted by the American Conference on Diversi-ty. Gender roles, stereotyping, racism, homopho-bia, and religion are emphasized throughout the week. The students are responsible for creating an Action Plan to bring back to Freehold Township; such as SLIP, and breakfast club.

We are excited to announce the students for our Lead for Diversity

Program for the 2019-2020 school year.

CONGRATULATIONS to all of them for having outstanding char-

acter and dedication to tolerance, respect, and inclusion.

RETURNING MEMBERS: Elizabeth Mays, Taylor Fenton, Cath-

arine Carfagno, Dylan Park, Isabelle Abreo, Giovanni D’Egidio

NEW MEMBERS: Justin Chin, Sofia Cruz, Rohan Deepak, Olivia

Lieberman, Samanatha Linico, Nina Lombardi, Connor Morie,

Alyssa Napolitano, Victoria Prokopenko

ADVISORS: MRS. JORDAN, MRS. SHERMAN,

MR. TORRES

Students wishing to travel on another student’s bus in the afternoon, for a one time use, must request an af-ternoon pass from the main office. To acquire the pass, the student must bring in a note from their parent/guardian. This note should be brought to the main office before 8:24 a.m. on the specific day. After verification is received, the student will be given a bus pass.

BUSES

Late buses are available Monday through Thursday, on regularly scheduled school days. The late bus is at 5:00 pm and stops at limited locations. These locations will be posted in our main entrance, as well as on the internet. Please be sure to check where these locations are in September. Students using the late bus will need a bus pass from the activity advisor they are with.

Parking for Seniors

All seniors who have already applied for parking permits, are required to attend a driver safety program, along with their parent/guardian, if you have not already done so. The final makeup program will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at Marlboro High School. Students and parent/guardians must bring identification to the program and sign both a certificate of attendance and an attend-ance roster at the end of the program. Parking permits will be issued, on a space-available basis, after both the senior and their parent/guardian have attended the

presentation. Parking for seniors that have applied and have met all district requirements has been assigned. If you have applied for parking and have not met all the district requirements or still owe a fine you will be noti-fied via mail or telephone. All fines must be paid prior to getting your hang tag. All seniors must display a hang tag in order to park on campus on the first day of school, and every day thereafter.

NO STUDENT WILL BE ALLOWED TO PARK ON THE CAMPUS WITHOUT A

VALID HANG TAG.

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ATTENDANCE AND CREDIT WITHDRAWAL POLICIES

Mastering course proficiencies requires regular attendance in school. The purpose of the attendance policy is to improve stu-dent attendance and thus enhance student learning and achievement. Early warning of excessive absences and cuts from class will help to alert parents and students and thus encourage improved attendance and avoid withdrawal of credit for the course. The chart below provides the schedule of parent notification, interventions and consequences of excessive absences.

Students who exceed the maximum number of absences or cuts for a course will NOT receive credit for the course and receive a grade of “W” for the marking periods and a failing grade, E, for the course. The course, if needed for gradua-tion or is a prerequisite for a higher level course, will have to be made up the following school year or at a tuition summer school. All absences are counted towards credit withdrawal, including those documented with notes. Absentee notes must be submitted by parents within 48 hours of the student’s return to school and will be reviewed if an appeal hearing to reinstate credit is requested by the student and their parent/guardian. Parent/guardians and students will be notified by mail if credit is withdrawn in a course; and also notified by correspondence , via the Parent Portal. If an appeal is requested the Faculty At-tendance Review Committee will meet with the student and parent/guardian to review the case and determine whether credit should be reinstated. Appeals for full year courses will be held during the final weeks of the course. Appeals for first semester courses will be held in February.

Action Taken at Specified # of Absences Full Year Course Three Quarter

Course Half Year Course

Quarter Year Course

Notification Letter 1 5 4 2 2

Attendance Improvement Action Plan 7 6 4 N/A

Notification Letter 2 9 8 5 3

Notice of ineligibility for course credit 15 13 8 5

“Great School Attendance Leads to Great Success in Life”

Speak with and explain to your child why school attendance is important.

Avoid scheduling any appointments or trips during school hours

Make sure your child gets enough sleep each night and wakes up early enough for the school day.

Reinforce school rules at home, as well as the consequences for cutting class and being late.

Talk with your child about how education is important, and how it will help him/her achieve higher

standards in life.

Please be sure to bring in all notes within 48 hours of the student’s return to school.

Attendance corresponds to academics. Every day counts!

Please review the Student-Family Handbook regarding attendance policies and consequences for ex-

cessive absences and/or tardiness.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS FROM THE CLASS OF 2019

PERFECT ATTENDANCE FOR ALL FOUR YEARS

Kevin Arizapana Daniel Egan Karim Lakhani Deryn Younger

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Consistent daily attendance and punctual arrival to school is critical to the learning process and academic success. In accordance with State law, students are required to attend school regularly to ensure continuity of instruction and classroom participation. Our goal is to work collaboratively with parents/guardians to ensure that their child is in attendance each day school is in session. In an effort to encourage regular attendance and academic success at Freehold Township High School, Seniors must follow the following Attendance Thresholds to maintain the privilege of parking on campus.

Senior Parking Privilege Attendance Thresholds

• Students who lose their Parking Privilege due to accruing excessive unexcused absences according to the thresholds above will lose their ability to park on campus for a minimum of 30 days.

• If a student who has previously lost their Parking Privilege due to accruing excessive unexcused absenc-

es reaches the next threshold, the student will lose their ability to park on campus for a minimum of 60 days.

• After losing the Parking Privilege for 30 - 60 days, the student has the ability to earn the Parking Privilege

back if their absences remain under the corresponding thresholds above. • For the purpose of Senior Parking Privileges, Excused Absence is defined as an absence due to the rea-

sons below:

• An absence will be excused for a student’s illness (a physician’s note must be provided upon return or within 48 hours).

• An absence will be excused if a student has a death in his/her immediate family.

• An absence will be excused for school-sponsored educational opportunities.

• An absence will be excused for religious observances, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-14 through 16.

• An absence will be excused if a student is required to attend court or other judicious appointments.

• An absence will be excused for a reason not listed above, but deemed excused by the building princi-pal, upon written request by the student’s parent or legal guardian to the building principal or designee stating the reason for the absence and requesting permission for the absence to be excused.

Thank you for partnering with us in impressing upon your child the importance of consistent attendance at school.

Marking Period Number of Unexcused Absences leading to removal of Parking

Privilege

End of Marking Period 1

5

End of Marking Period 2

10

End of Marking Period 3 - End of Marking Period 4

14

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FTHS HEALTH OFFICE

732-431-8460 x3043

Dear Parent/Guardian,

Welcome back to a new school year at Freehold Township High School. We hope your summer was enjoyable. Please note the following school procedures regarding the Health Office.

When a student does not feel well, they should get a pass from their teacher and report to the Health Office. They will be evaluated by one of the nurses and, if necessary, a parent or guardian will be contacted. Students are always allowed to call their parents and should report to the Health Office prior to contacting their parent/guardian.

*ALL MEDICAL FORMS AND MEDICATION FORMS are required by the Health Office each school year may be found on the district website. Proceed to www.frhsd.com, go to Departments, scroll down to Health & Safety, click on Medical Forms, and then choose the appropriate forms.

If your child requires any of the following forms: asthma action plans, epi-pen medication packets, seizure action plans, or diabetes management packets, they must be completed by the parent and the student’s physician and returned to the school nurse at the beginning of the school year. Failure to provide medication forms will prevent your child from participating in athletics and attending school trips/prom. Only emergency medications (ie: asthma inhalers, seizure medications, EpiPen/Auvi-Q and Glucagon) are permitted to be taken on school trips. NO OTHER PRE-SCRIBED MEDICATION IS ALLOWED TO BE TAKEN! In addition, medications, including over-the-counter medications, cannot be given during the school day without a doctor’s order written on the Freehold Regional H.S. District Medication Form. An adult must bring the medication in the original labeled pharmacy container, or the original over-the-counter box, to the Health Office.

HEALTH CONCERNS: If your child currently has a health issue (i.e. diabetes, allergies, seizure disorder, etc.), please notify the school nurses at the beginning of the school year and note this on the Parent Portal.

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION: Parents must go on the Parent Portal and complete all fields for emergency contacts, and make changes as needed during the school year. Please make sure that all parent/guardian emails are current and up to date as well, since we do use emails to communicate important information. Parents are always called first to pick up a student, but in the event they are unable to, only a per-son listed as an emergency contact may sign a student out after getting verbal permission from a parent.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION RESTRICTIONS (Required for all students including students in Option 2 and Sports Alternative): If your child is unable to participate in a physical education class a doctor’s note is required with the following information:

1. Diagnosis with an approximate return date (notes that state “until further notice” will only allow 2 weeks).

2. A doctor’s note is required for use of crutches and elevator in school.

3. It is the responsibility of the student and parent/guardian to provide a doctor’s note after every doctor

appointment including a clearance note if applicable. Faxes are not recommended.

PHYSICALS: The Freehold Regional High School District, in accordance with New Jersey Law N.J.S.A. 18A:40-4 recommends physical examinations for all students at least once during their high school years.

For more information, refer to the Freehold Regional High School District Student-Family Handbook. Your child’s well-being is vital to his/her success at Freehold Township High School. Please feel free to contact the Health Office with any concerns you may have throughout the school year.

Wishing you and your child a healthy and successful school year!

Ms. Orgo x3041 and Ms. Roake x3042, School Nurses

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From The Desks of the Academic Supervisors

Math Summer Assignments

Students who are enrolled in the following FTHS Math courses for the school year are required to complete a summer assignment on pre-requisite material: Honors Algebra 2, Honors Pre-calculus, AP Calculus AB

and BC, AP Statistics and AP Computer Science. If your child needs a copy of the summer assignment, please check the FTHS website or a copy may be obtained in the Guidance Office, during the summer 8 am-3 pm. These assignments will be collected by the math teacher on the first day of school.

AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Science Summer Assignments

Students enrolled in an Advanced Placement Science course for the upcoming school year have a required summer assignment that is due the first day of the new school year. Each student was notified of their sum-

mer assignment at the end of the school year. Copies of these assignments are posted on our FTHS website.

Marking Period 1 September 5, 2019 November 14, 2019

Marking Period 2 November 15, 2019 February 3, 2020

Marking Period 3 February 4, 2020 April 8, 2020

Marking Period 4 April 20, 2020 June 23, 2020

Check the Parent Portal…...For Grades and Attendance:

FULL DAY SCHEDULE: 8:24 am - 3:00 pm

PARTIAL DAY SCHEDULE: NO LUNCHES/No Late Buses) 8:24 am -12:54 pm

90 MINUTE DELAY SCHEDULE 9:54 am -3:00 pm

WOULD YOU LIKE YOUR CHOICE OF PARKING (for Senior Year)?

Having PERFECT ATTENDANCE for

9th, 10th, 11th Grade will get it!!

Be sure to check with your administrator

just before senior year.

FTHS SCHEDULE

ACTIVITIES FAIR Thursday, September 19, 2019

During SS Classes or With a Pass

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Language Arts Literacy Announcements

Again this year, FTHS had many winning essays in the Asbury Park Press Student Voices essay contest. FTHS was a trophy finalist and Kelly Beuka was a grand prize winner for her essay “Making Marijuana Le-gal Won’t End Social Injustice.”

This year saw yet another successful SpitFire Festival which served to highlight student voices in Spoken Word, poetry, and rap. Students performed both published and original works, all of which can be viewed on the Patriot Press, run by Mr. DiGiuseppe. The Festival, organized by English teachers Ms. Lanza, Ms. Richardson, and Ms. Quinn was a celebration of literature and performance, and the students did a wonderful job!

“STEP UP PROGRAM”

Encourage your child to Improve EACH Marking Period & to be Recognized

And possibly win a gift card

***To begin after February 1

The Step Up program continues to be a success at FTHS. The program recognizes students who have improved their grades from one marking period to the next. Students filled out a form in the main office and were randomly selected by grade level to receive prizes (gift cards) and recognition for their efforts.

HOMECOMING/Tailgate

Food and Music-Everyone is Invited

Festivities begin at 4:00 pm - Game time is 6:30 pm

October 11, 2019

Underclassmen Portraits (9th, 10th, 11th graders) will be taken on Monday, September 9. Students will report to the auditorium at their scheduled time. The schedule is included in the newsletter as an insert.

www.normandystudio.com DON’T FORGET TO PURCHASE YOUR 2020 YEARBOOK

YEARBOOK PICTURES FOR 2019- 2020

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UNDERCLASS PICTURE DAY SCHEDULE FOR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

All Grade 9, 10 and 11 students are to be in the Auditorium at assigned time according to their last name.

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www.normandystudio.com

DON’T FORGET TO PURCHASE YOUR 2020 YEARBOOK!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

BLOCK 1 8:30 am Ab—Au

8:40 am Av—Bil

8:50 am Bin—Cag

9:00 am Cal—Chil

9:10 am Chin—Cr

9:20 am Cu—D’Es

BLOCK 2 9:40 am De—En

9:50 am Ep—Franc

10:00 am Frank—Gil

10:10 am Gin—Gule

10:20 am Guli—Hof

10:30 am Hoh—Kag

BLOCK 3 10:50 am Kan—Kur

11:00 am Kus—Linc

11:10 am Lind—Mag

11:20 am Mah—Maye

11:30 am Mayf—Mona

11:40 am Monc—Ngu

BLOCK 4 12:50 pm Ni—Park

1:00 pm Parks—Po

1:10 pm Pr—Rio

1:20 pm Rip—Sai

1:30 pm Sal—Sci

BLOCK 5 2:00 pm Scu-Spena

2:10 pm Spenc-Tl

2:20 pm To-Va

2:30 pm Ve-With

2:40 pm Witi-Z

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This spring the A&B Science Junior class of 2020 researched barriers to food security in countries around the world and offered solutions that fit the in Sustainable Development Goals framework de-signed by the United Nations. The students presented their findings at Rutgers University in March. This month one student, Olivia Simon, was selected as a NJ delegate to represent the school and the state at the Youth Institute in Iowa in October. With the support of the Global Youth Institute and Rutgers University, she will travel on to present her work to students from across the country and the world. All of the Juniors became Borlaug Scholars and are now eligible to apply for domestic and global internships through Borlaug-Ruan and Washington Carver programs. More information can be found by searching: World Food Prize and Youth Institute.

News from the NJ FFA State Convention:

FTHS students won scholarships through the NJ FFA Scholarship Program:

Allison Finn, and Nicole Haralampoudis won a NJ FFA Alumni Scholarship

The Freehold Portable Exhibit: Engage, Empower and Embark! Designed by Angelina Diangson.

Elizabeth Stenard Served on the Nominating Committee for the NJ State Officer Selection Process.

The Freehold chapter won a Superior Chapter Award: Bronze Rating, and the National Emblem Chapter Award, & H.O. Sampson Award: Gold Rating.

Team Demonstration: Upcycling Unwanted Materials into Aquaponic Systems

Our 2019-20 Freehold FFA Chapter Officer Team will consist of; Giovanni D’Egidio, Elizabeth Stenard, Jasmin Shaheed, Olivia Simon, Cierra Simmons, Andrea Sandoval, Julianna Davi, The last week of July is the Monmouth County Fair (July 24th- 28th) and members of the Freehold FFA chapter will volunteer with the two other FFA chapters in Monmouth County. Together, along-side the County Board of Agriculture, Farmers Against Hunger and the NJ Agricultural Society members will raise agricultural awareness to all interested fair-goers and raise funds for the Mon-mouth County Chapters.

Highlights for the Animal and Botanical Science Academy and the Freehold FFA

NHS Inductions

Wednesday,

December 3, 2019

At 6:00 pm

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PATRIOT PTO MEMBERSHIP

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL

PATRIOT PTO FAMILY MEMBERSHIP FORM

Name:__________________________________________________________________________

Phone #: _____________________________ Address: ________________________________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________________________

Student(s) Name & Grade(s): _______________________________________________________

Membership: _________ Family ($20.00)

_________any additional donations accepted

I would like to join the following Committees:

__________ Baking Committee (**needed most)

__________ PTO Football Snack Stand __________ PTO Basketball Concession Stand

On behalf of the FTHS PTO, we would like to extend a very warm welcome to all of our new and returning families. Our PTO offers an invaluable link between students, teachers, staff members and parents.

Becoming a member of our PTO is a wonderful way to stay informed, be heard and to make posi-tive changes throughout our high school. With your membership dues of $20.00 for the school year the PTO can continue to provide student scholarships, teacher grants and many other various needs to all of the students throughout FTHS. With your membership to our PTO you can choose to be anywhere from mildly involved to very involved. The choice is yours.

We invite all of you to please join and support FTHS PTO. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 7PM in the Media Center. We hope to see you all at our first scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 10th!!

*Freshmen Parents ONLY: Please come to the Freshman Kick Off on August 28th prepared to join our organization by bringing in this membership form and a check made payable to FTHS PTO. Please deliver to school or mail to: FTHS/PTO, 281 Elton Adelphia Rd., Freehold, NJ 07728

PTO Executive Board

Linda Altini – President

Nicole Boyce-Navarro, Linda Martinez and Debbie Mayer – Co-Vice Presidents

Kerri Simons – Treasurer

Dawn Lavelle – Corresponding Secretary

Tanisha Morgan – Recording Secretary

PATRIOT NEWSLETTER August 2019 20

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP MUSIC PARENTS

Do you have a child that participates in BAND, CHORUS and/or COLORGUARD? If so, you should join the Music Parents to help support the students, teachers and programs in which your child will be a part. We act as an advisory and chaperoning body, and organize a variety of activities, including the Scholarship and Awards Banquet. We fundraise to provide financial assistance where needed, such as Senior scholarships, equipment, as well as drinks and snacks for the students. None of this can be done without your help. Please come and support this talented group of students. We meet once a month in the chorus room. We welcome your ideas and suggestions. A membership form is provided below. We need your energy and support!

EXECUTIVE BOARD 2019-2020 - FTHSmusicparents@gmail.com

President: Margaret Jarocki Vice President: Cindy Saporita

Treasurer: Debbie Carmody Recording Secretary: Kathie Perry

FRHSD MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL— All 6 High Schools perform

Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at FTHS School – 6:00 pm (Raindate: October 24)

BAND CAMP: Monday -Friday August 12-15 Color Guard/Drum Camp Noon-5:00 pm

Monday-Friday August 19-23 Band Camp 1:30 pm - 9:00 pm

New members arrive daily @ 11:30 am

MEMBERSHIP FORM: MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE $25.00 PER FAMILY

We cordially invite you to become a member of the Freehold Township Music Parents, Inc. This organiza-tion supports the performing arts (band and choir) at Freehold Township High School. We encourage and hope for your participation to insure a successful year.

Parent’s Name (s)_________________________________ Phone______________________

Address____________________________________________________________________

Town____________________ Zip___________ Parent Email____________________________

Student Name_____________________________________________ HR______ Grade____

Student Participates in: Band_____ Color Guard_____ Choir_____

Parental Involvement is needed in many areas. Please consider volunteering, and indicate your interest by checking any of the following-

____Chaperoning (away) football games, parades and trips

____Selling 50/50 raffle tickets at home football games

____Help serve the band dinner at various functions

____Help plan band senior activities (senior recognition, awards banquet)

Other areas of interest (please specify)___________________ I would like to make a monetary donation $______

Please mail completed form and payment to:

Freehold Township H.S. Music Parents: 281 Elton Adelphia Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

The FTHS Marching Patriots were awarded "First Place Band"

for the Memorial Day Parade in Freehold.

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CALLING ALL ALUMNI!

We are excited to announce our new Alumni Association! In order to grow our database for communica-tion of news and events, please e-mail abrusotti@frhsd.com with the following information:

• Name (Maiden Name, if applicable)

• Year or Graduation

• Contact Information (E-Mail and Mailing Addresses)

• Activities Participated in while at FTHS

Be on the lookout for information on our 1st Annual Alumni Association 5K coming this fall.

Congratulations to our Alumni that we honored during the 2018-2019 school year:

Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

Marcus Roberson (2007)- Shore Conference Champion Basketball Player

Janel Parker (2008)- Record-holding 4X State Champion Cross Country/Track Athlete

Ryan Clark (2009)- 2009 Shore Conference Soccer Player of the Year; Drafted by MLS

Bobby Searby (2009)- Record-holding 7X State Champion Track Athlete

Ryan Spadola (2009)- 3X State Track Champ, Football All-American at Lehigh; Played in NFL

Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee– Mr. Richard Guter (Class of 1982). Mr. Guter is an award-winning and published athletic trainer currently working with the Colorado Rapids of the Major League Soccer. Mr. Guter has worked with multiple championship soccer organization, including both the Men’s and Women’s National Soccer Teams. He was the Head Athletic Trainer for the Women’s Team when they won the Olympic Gold Medal in 2012 and World Cup Championship in 2015. Congrat-ulations Mr. Guter!

If you, or someone you know, is distinguished in their field and may be a good candidate for induction into our Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame, please forward their name and resume to Adam Brusotti (abrusotti@frhsd.com). Thank you!

PLEASE VOTE ON NOVEMBER 5TH!

The FRHSD is putting forth a Referendum as part of the General Election on November 5th aimed at responsibly reinvesting a portion of expiring debt into enriching facility improvements. The referen-

dum ballot will be broken down into 3 questions: Questions 2 & 3 are contingent on the passage of

Question 1. Passage of all questions still results in a property tax reduction!

Question 1– Enhanced Safety & Security (new entry vestibules and interior door locking systems and replacement of PA systems) AND Functional Infrastructure Improvements (new roof sections

and tennis courts) Question 2– Modernized Learning Environments (new STEM Labs) AND Stadium Bleacher Up-

grades

Question 3– Expanded Utilization of Athletic Facilities (Turf Field)

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FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL—DRESS CODE Parents and students are reminded that all FRHSD students must dress appropriately when coming to school. Disciplinary consequences for inappropriate dress are in the handbook.

Dress Code States: This Means:

Students may dress as they wish as long as it does not endanger their health or safety or the health or safety of other students.

You should use common sense when you dress for school, but the school staff will decide if an item jeopardizes anyone’s health or safe-ty.

Manner of dress must not create classroom disor-der or distract others.

The classroom teacher determines if clothing creates disorder or dis-tracts others. An item can cause a distraction either because of words or images printed on it or because of the amount of bare skin exposed.

Students should wear clothing which totally covers the torso. If wearing spandex pants the bottom of your shirt must reach your finger tips.

All shirts must have two sleeves or armholes. Halter, strapless or oth-er backless tops are not to be worn. The bottom of your shirt must reach the top of your pants. If you choose to wear low rise or saggy pants, make sure you also wear an extra long shirt so that NO bare skin is exposed. No part of your underwear should be visible.

Students should not walk barefoot in school and they must always wear some type of shoes, sneak-ers, sandals, etc.

Bedroom slippers, even fuzzy ones, do not meet this requirement and are not to be worn. State law requires that feet be completely covered in science labs. You will not be permitted to participate in lab and will receive a zero if your toes are exposed.

“Torn-off”, “half-shirts” or “muscle shirts” are not permitted for males, while “tube-tops” are not per-mitted for females.

“Torn-off” means either sleeve of the shirt has been ripped off. “Half-shirt” is one that does not go to the waist. “Muscle-shirts” refer to tank-tops for males. “Tube-tops” are strapless shirts that expose the midriff. None of these are to be worn to school.

Clothing more appropriate for beach wear (bathing suits, very short shorts, sleep wear, etc.) should not be worn to school.

The “etc.” refers to any beach attire INCLUDING very short shorts. A good rule to follow is that if you stand up with your hands at your sides, the bottom of your shorts should reach your fingertips. Skirts should be of a reasonable length. Walking up the stairs or bending over at a locker should not draw attention to body parts that should be covered.

Apparel with bias, offensive or profane messages will not be allowed Also, wearing or possessing items depicting or implying racial hatred, stereo-typing or prejudice will not be tolerated.

You may not think it offensive, but it could be to someone else, so do not wear it. School staff will determine if a message or image is of-fensive.

Specifically prohibited are sunglasses, hats, head-bands, bandanas, or other head coverings; metal chains, jewelry or accessory articles that have the potential to be used as a weapon, gang attire, facial markings that display non-school related symbol-ism.

“Du-rags” fall in the category of “other head coverings” that are not to be worn. The rest of the items listed are fairly self explanatory. If you are not sure if something is permitted, either ask a teacher or don’t wear it.