1

FACULTY HANDBOOK 2017-2018

ADMINISTRATION

PRINCIPAL EXTENSION

CARLOS GUERRA III 72410

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS DISCIPLINE ASSIGNMENT

ANTOINETTE HOWARD 72406 A - Di

MIGUEL RIVERA 72407 Do - Li

MOISES LOYA 72405 Lo – Quin

LOURDES CORIA 72408 Quir - Z

BRANDON RIOS 72404 A - Z REC

DIANE DUNCAN 72403 Attendance/LOC

COUNSELORS ALPHA ASSIGNMENT

ZULEMA ACOSTA 72448 A-Chavez A.

OSCAR MCLURE 72444 Chavez, B - Garcia

ADRIANA MARTINEZ 72446 Gardea - Loya

DENIZE CHRISTOBAL 72447 Lozano - Palacios

GRICELDA REVELES 72445 Palma – Sanchez, M

ANNETTE MONSIVAIS (LEAD COUNSELOR) 72443 Sanchez, N. - Z

GABRIELA SHIMSHOCK (REC) 72449 REC A - Z

2

STUDENT ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

ANA PLAYER 72425

ATHLETIC COORDINATOR

ARIEL FAMALIGI 72634

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER

DR. KIRK MACON (LEAD LIBRARIAN) 72453

JENNIFER MARQUEZ 72454

POLICE SERVICES CAMPUS SECURITY

STUDENT RESOURCE OFFICER - SGT. VAZQUEZ, HEAD SECURITY-SGT. MCCULLOUGH

STUDENT RESOURCE OFFICER – OFFICER VILLALOBOS SECURITY- OFFICER ESCOBAR

SECURITY-OFFICER YOUNG

3

MISSION STATEMENT

Montwood High School is dedicated to instilling excellence into our community of

learners through programs that inspire integrity and success in all academic,

athletic, and artistic realms.

TABLE OF CONTENTS: PURPOSE 5 ANNOUNCEMENTS 5 AT PROMISE CRITERIA 5 ATTENDANCE FOR STUDENTS 6 ATTENDANCE CODES 6-7 APPROPRIATE ATTIRE FOR STAFF 7

AV EQUIPMENT 7 BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT 7 BUSINESS OFFICE PROCEDURE 8 CAMPUS DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES 8 DRESS CODE 8-9 DISCIPLINE INFRACTIONS AND CONSEQUENCES 9-10 CHANGE OF ADDRESS 11 CLASS PERIOD TRANSITION 11 CLUBS 11 CONFERENCE PERIOD 12 COPY SERVICES 12 COUNSELORS 12 CREDIT AVERAGING 12 EMPLOYEE ABSENCES 13 LEAVING EARLY 13 EMPLOYEE COMPLAINTS AND GRIEVANCES 13 FIELD TRIPS 13 FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES 14 FOOD SERVICES 14 FUND RAISING GUIDELINES 14-15 FINAL EXAM DATES 16 GRADING PLAN 16-17 HALL PASSES 18-19 JURY DUTY 20 KEYS 20 LESSON PLANS 21

4

LIBRARY 21 MAILBOXES 21 MODIFICATIONS OF INSTRUCTION 21 MOVIE CLIPS IN THE CLASSROOM 21 NURSE INFORMATION 22 PARENT NIGHT 22 PARKING 23 PARTIES/FREE PERIODS 23 PAYCHECKS 23 PLAN OF ACTION FOR INJURY RELATED SITUATIONS 23-24 PURCHASE ORDERS 24 TOBACCO USE 24 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT TEAM 24 SEXUAL HARASSMENT 24-25 STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND WORKDAYS 25 STUDENT REMOVALS 25 STUDENT TRAVEL AND DISCIPLINE 25 STUDENT TUTORIAL PROGRAMS 25 SUBSTITUTE TEACHER FOLDER 25-26 SUPPLIES 26 TARDIES 26 TEACHER’S LOUNGE 26 TELEPHONES 26

TEXTBOOKS 26-27

TRIP REQUESTS 27-28 VISITORS 28 WORK SCHEDULE AND GENERAL POLICIES 28 BELL SCHEDULE 29-30 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR LINKS 30

5

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

PURPOSE: The purpose of this handbook is to make you aware of the campus procedures to which we must adhere in order

to provide the best educational program for the students at Montwood High School. Although we have attempted to be as comprehensive as possible in outlining building policies and procedures,

we cannot anticipate every situation that might arise during a school year. If at any time you have a question or

need clarification, please feel free to check with the office personnel or administrators. It is the responsibility of all employees to set a positive example for our students. These policies and procedures

are to be followed by all personnel and are considered a campus addition to the district-wide handbook provided

each employee. Grading policy, absence policy, grievances, governmental regulations and so forth will be found

in this handbook. Due to numerous changes enacted by recent legislation, it is recommended each staff member

read this material carefully.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Announcements are made daily through the video system or P.A. system. So that we may facilitate the

announcement procedure, announcements should be delivered the previous day to Mr. Hanley in room A227.

Announcements will be made at the beginning of 1st period. If you need to request an announcement, please fill

out the form online and email to Mr. Hanley.

AT PROMISE CRITERIA: (Criteria for At Risk Identification)

TEC 29.081 (C) Is in grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12 and did not maintain an average equivalent to 70 on a scale of 100 in two or

more subjects in the foundation curriculum during a semester in the preceding or current school year or is not

maintaining such an average in two or more subjects in the foundation curriculum in the current semester; (A) Was not advanced from one grade level to the next for one or more school years;

(D) Did not perform satisfactorily on an assessment instrument administered to the student under TEC

Subchapter B, Chapter 39, and who has not in the previous or current school year subsequently performed on

that instrument or another appropriate instrument at a level equal to at least 110 % of the level of satisfactory

performance on that instrument; (E) Is pregnant or is a parent;

(O) Has been placed in an alternative education program in accordance with TEC §37.006 during the preceding

or current school year;

(R) Is currently on parole, probation, deferred prosecution, or other conditional release; (Q) Was previously reported through the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) to have

dropped out of school; (H) Is a student of limited English proficiency as defined by TEC §29.052;

(S) Is in the custody or care of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services or has, during the current

school year, been referred to the department by a school official, officer of the juvenile court, or law

enforcement official;

6

(T) Is homeless, as defined by NCLB Title X, Part C, Section 725(2), the term “homeless children and youths”,

and its subsequent amendments; or

(V) Resided in the preceding school year or resides in the current school year in a residential placement facility

in the district, including a detention facility, substance abuse treatment facility, emergency shelter, psychiatric

hospital, halfway house, or foster group home.

ATTENDANCE FOR STUDENTS: The state law requires that students age 6-19 be in attendance 90% of the time per semester in order to receive

credit. In order for the absence to be excused, the parent or guardian must call the attendance office (937- 2400)

the day of the absence. If a student accrues three unexcused absences, a warning letter shall be issued. For 18

years and above student’s enrollment may be revoked if more than 5 unexcused absences within a semester are

accumulated. If the student returns following a withdrawal, the student must bring a parent or guardian.

Students who do not comply with the 90% attendance law may be allowed to attend tutoring to regain credit.

Credit must be granted by the attendance committee. Credit may be granted by the completion of the Principal’s

Plan or the Attendance Committee. Loss of credit can occur for excused and unexcused absences.

Absences: When a student is absent from any period during the school day, a rapid notification message will be sent to

parents. It is the responsibility of the student and/or parent to clear absences within 48 hours. What can the student do to

correct the absences?

*The parent can call the attendance office.

*The student can bring in a Dr.’s note or a note from their parent.

*The teacher can submit an absence correction form if an error was noted in the recording of

attendance.

Excused Absences for Students An excused absence is one resulting from: A. Personal illness, doctor's appointment, death in the immediate family, weather which makes travel

dangerous, or approved school-sponsored activities. B. Religious or holy days when a parent submits a written request in advance.

C. Other excused absences must be approved by the principal in advance of the absence.

Following an absence, the student must report to the attendance office between 8:00 A.M. and 8:35 A.M. to get

an absence slip. Two days for make-up work will be given for each day absent. Zeros will be given for work not

made up.

7

Unexcused Absences/Tardies: Students whose parents do not call the attendance office within 48 hours of the absence will receive an

unexcused absence. Work can be made up within a minimum of two days. Students must conference with

the teacher to discuss the timeframe. If student fails to complete the work then "zeros" will be given in all

classes missed. Each of the following is considered an unexcused absence in every instance and will be noted

as such. A. Cutting any class. B. Absences from school, even if ill, if the parent is not aware of the absence. C. Leaving campus during the day without a pass from the attendance office.

D. Misuse of a pass from a teacher. Any student given a pass by a teacher who is found to be in noncompliance

with the provisions of that pass will be considered truant. E. Truancy is defined as student absence from school without the permission of the parent or guardian, or

absence from classes without the permission of the administration.

F. Truancies will be considered a severe discipline offense.

ATTENDANCE CODES: L Tardy 1 Removal

U Unexcused Absence 2 With Assistant Principal

E Excused Absence 3 With Nurse J SAC 4 With Counselor

S School Activity 5 Testing

R Religious Holiday 6 W/SPED Counselor T Truant CT Court

WL Warning Letter 9 Non UIL Activity

D Doctor’s Appt. SPE SpEd/Homebound

APPROPRIATE ATTIRE FOR STAFF: Staff is expected to model Dress Code for students. Dress should be professional at all times. Jeans are not

permitted during the week except on Fridays with a school shirt. We encourage teachers to help us promote

College Day by wearing a university polo with dress pants or khakis.

AV EQUIPMENT: All AV materials and equipment needed will be ordered or checked out through the library. There is a

networked video system available. You can prearrange times to show selected programs from your classrooms.

BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT: Diane Duncan, Assistant Principal is charged with the responsibility for the use of the building.

Those wishing to use the building need to submit a Building Use Request form at least two weeks prior to the

event to Ana Player via email. This includes all outside areas and fields. *Building Use Requests must be approved prior to the use of the building.

8

*Groups without a form on file will be asked to leave.

*Security must be notified prior to entering the building on weekends or holidays,

call 937- HELP.

*Requests for use of the building for outside organization or groups must be submitted one month prior

to the event in order to receive school board approval.

*All groups using the school building must pay for security and custodians as needed.

*If you discover damage to your room, equipment, or a building condition which needs attention, report

it to Diane Duncan, the form will be available online.

CARE OF BUILDING: It is extremely important that we all take pride in our building and instill in our students that same pride. A. We expect attractive displays and bulletin boards in classrooms. - Take time to display student work.

Bulletin boards must be updated regularly. B. We expect classrooms to be neat and organized. Recycle or dispose of obsolete materials immediately that

are not contributing to the learning environment. No Clutter in the Classroom! C. Old equipment not being used must be inventoried and reported to Dr. Macon in order for it to be removed

from your classroom. The “Asset Transfer Form” is located on the website and must be emailed to him.

D. As per the energy conservation plan of the district, microwaves and refrigerators in classrooms are not

permitted. To help you, microwaves will be made accessible on each floor in the teachers’ lounge.

E. When posting items in your classrooms, adhere to all safety policies.

F. Students are not allowed to write on walls, doors, ceiling tiles, etc. This is considered defacement of school

property. If you have an art project in mind for your classroom, please speak to your supervisor. G. Students are not allowed to eat in the classrooms at any time.

H. Staples, masking or scotch tape are the only items that are permissible to put up displays on your walls.

Make sure you remove the staples and not just the paper when taking an item down.

I. Painting your classroom in not permitted. If your room needs repairs, paint, or any other maintenance, fill out

the "Repair Request Form" form on the website and email it Diane Duncan. J. Any posters, flyers, or displays

for clubs and organization, including fundraiser or event marketing flyers must be approved by Ana Player,

Student Activities Director, and must be taken down by the deadline on the poster. Make sure you have her

signature and deadline on your original before making copies. All clubs and organizations are responsible for

removing their own posters and also removing the staples and tape they were put up with. They cannot be

posted two feet from the ceiling. Posters that are displayed above the commons area can only be secured to the

railing, they will not be allowed on the wall.

K. No obstruction of ceiling within 18 inches. This applies to the top of cabinets and open shelves. L. No extension cords used for permanent wiring. Electrical cords must be plugged directly into the wall outlet

or multi-plug power strip.

M. No extension cords dropped thru the ceiling. N. Exit doors, corridors and path to fire equipment must be unobstructed. O. No burning candles allowed or fragrant plug in’s.

9

BUSINESS OFFICE PROCEDURE: A. All monies must be turned into the business office on a daily basis so that a written receipt must be provided.

Money must not be kept in classrooms and/or offices at any time. If the business manager is not available,

please contact an administrator.

B. All school club expenditures, including those for any attire, must have prior approval from the principal in

writing. THE SCHOOL IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO PAY BILLS OR REIMBURSE INDIVIDUALS

FOR PURCHASES THAT HAVE BEEN MADE PRIOR TO RECEIVING WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM

THE PRINCIPAL. Anyone violating this rule must personally assume the obligations for payment. C. “Request to Expend Funds” forms are used for accessing campus funds. These may be obtained from the

form cabinet in the Business Office or on the website. Once submitted and approved the Business Office in

about a week will issue a check. Please plan ahead when using this option, for checks will not be issued

immediately.

D. Invoices/receipts should be turned into the Business Office as soon as possible after the check is issued and

the purchase is made. Please submit within one week of transaction, in order to keep accounts current. E. Sponsors must review bills carefully before payment is made. Sponsor’s signature indicates approval and

payment will be made, provided other guidelines have been met. Please submit bills ASAP, in order to keep

accounts current.

F. Clubs and organization budgets will be maintained by the business agent. All money collected for authorized

activities will be turned into the business agent on a daily basis. G. Club deposits will not be accepted the day before a holiday. This is due to District deposit procedures. All

monies must be brought in with time to deposit through District courier. Please plan Fund Raisers accordingly.

CAMPUS DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES: A. A discipline plan will be developed by each teacher/department and a copy MUST be provided to students

and your supervisor.

B. Prior to submitting referral, parent contacts must have been made and documented on the Montwood High

School Behavior Step Form.

Dress Code: It is the philosophy of the Socorro Independent School District and Montwood High School that students should

maintain high standards of dress, grooming and appearance. When the dress code is violated, students will be

brought to the AP office in order to get a change of clothes. The personal item that is a dress code violation will

be kept in the office until the end of the day. Once loaner attire has been returned student will receive personal

item. Dress code warning will be issued. Three (3) dress code violations will equal one day in SAC. In order

to enforce the dress code students in violation of the dress code will receive loaner attire so that instruction is

not missed and the student can work toward completing classroom expectations.

A committee of parents, students and teachers formulated the following specific additions to the Socorro

District’s standards of acceptable attire for Montwood High School.

10

A. Nothing may be worn to school/school activities or be in students’ possession which represents (a)

membership in group or gang affiliation (bandanas, like color clothing, etc.), (b) satanic depictions, (c) or items

profane or sexually inappropriate in content or intent. In addition, no apparel, jewelry, accessories, or manner of

grooming is permitted which indicates membership in a group that advocates drug use or exhibits behaviors that

interfere with the normal operations of school. B. Sleeveless blouses must fit the width of a school I.D. from the top of the shoulder. Racer back that exposes

bare backs and shoulders are not allowed and the midriff must not be visible at anytime, standing or sitting. C. No low cut blouses are permitted. D. No tube tops, spaghetti straps or strapless attire are allowed unless worn with

jacket or cover up. Jacket or cover up must remain on entire school day. E. Blouses and dresses worn under sheer coverings must not expose undergarments at any time. F. Male students must wear shirts with sleeves. No tank tops or muscle shirts are allowed.

G. Caps, hats, bandanas, do-rags or scarves will not be worn in the building. H. Weapon-like accessories (i.e., spiked jewelry, chains, etc.) are not allowed. I. Footwear must be worn at all times. Enclosed shoes are preferred for the personal safety of the student. No

flip flops (open-toe shoes without a back strap on the heel) or shower shoes are allowed. J. No slippers, house shoes or pajamas are allowed. K. Shorts and skirts must be longer than ID width from top of your knee. L. Spikes and chains as facial piercings are not allowed.

M. Pants must be worn at or above the waist and must stay above the waist without a belt. All oversized

clothing to include “bagging” or “sagging” is not permitted.

N. Pants or garments with tears are allowed unless tears are excessive large in the groin and buttocks area

O. The administration reserves th.e right to extend the dress code to include attire not listed specifically above,

but which is deemed to be inappropriate. It is imperative and vital to maintain an environment, which provided

for the safety and academic success of all our students.

DISCIPLINE INFRACTIONS AND CONSEQUENCES: If a student breaks any rule in either the Student Code of Conduct or the Montwood High School Student

Handbook, he/she will face several consequences. These consequences are designed to help correct the

problem(s) that interfere with his/her progress in school. These may include, but are not limited to: A. Detention: this may take place during lunch, after school or on Saturday. B. Community Service: date, time, and place will be assigned.

C. Special Assignment Class (SAC): a student may be assigned to the SAC program for repeated violations of

school rules or for a major offense.

D. Suspension: a student may be suspended from school 1-3 days E. Expulsion: a student may be expelled from school; as a result the student may be placed in the alternative

school, KEYS Academy. F. KEYS Academy: KEYS Academy is a long-term alternative academic setting that allows a student to stay in

school and continue school work while being closely supervised. Placement will depend on the offense, and the

minimum stay will be 9 weeks.

11

CHANGE OF ADDRESS: It is important that you fill out and submit a current employee information sheet. Anytime you change your

address or telephone number, you are to notify the campus secretary and the Department of Human Resources

at the District Service Center as soon as possible.

CLASS PERIOD TRANSITION: It is a campus expectation that teachers stand by their doors during ALL transition periods to include after

school. Your presence is of great help in preventing problems that might occur. It will help speed up the flow of

traffic and reduce tardies and loitering. You are responsible for monitoring the halls near your room. Don’t

allow your students to stand in the halls once they get to class, they should be seated in your room.

CLUBS: We expect that all sponsors observe the following rules: A. Club Meetings-Sponsors must be present at club meetings. It is recommended that club meetings be held

before school, after school or during lunch. B. Fund Raising Projects- The student activities director, Ana Player, are in charge of fund raising. Make an

appointment to get an application and approval for time and date of fund raising. Before starting a fundraiser,

your application must be approved. Fund raising projects will not be approved until previous projects have

been recapped. C. Banquets- the club sponsor will get permission from the principal. A request for the use of school facilities

form is also required for these events. D. Expenditures of Club Funds-No one is permitted to make any purchase or draw on any school account

without prior approval from the administrator/supervisor and the principal.

E. ALL SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AND MEETINGS MUST BE POSTED ON THE CAMPUS CALENDAR

(RAM REPORT). Information should be provided to Mrs. Player Student Activities Director.

ALWAYS ABIDE BY THE CAMPUS ACCOUNTABILITY MANUAL New clubs wishing to form must meet certain guidelines set forth by the district and be approved by the

administration. Please submit all forms to Mrs. Player in the student activities room. All clubs must have an

adult sponsor who is present at all meetings. Parent organizations must coordinate through a school-designated

sponsor. Organizational meetings must be planned one week in advance if notice is to be placed on the activity

calendar and announcements made over the intercom system.

All clubs and performing groups such as the band, choir, cheerleading, and athletic teams must establish rules of

conduct and consequences for misbehavior that are more strict than those for students in general. A violation of

these additional policies and procedures is also a violation of school rules, the consequences specified by the

school shall apply in addition to any consequences specified by the organization. Each student member of a

group imposing stricter standards shall be notified in writing of the standards of behavior and of the specific

consequences of violating the standards.

12

CONFERENCE PERIOD: Teachers have a conference period each day. It is expected that your conference period be utilized for parent

contact, updating your grade book or other teacher duties. In addition to your conference period, you will also

have Professional Learning Committee time from 8:00-8:30 every morning.

COPY SERVICES: The copiers are located on all three floors of the building in the teacher work rooms. Please contact Mrs. Patti

Olivas for your copy code for the Canon Copier/Printer. Copy paper is provided by the campus/ instructional

department.

COUNSELORS: The goal of the Montwood Counseling Department is to work with faculty and staff to create an environment

which will allow every student an opportunity to develop his or her abilities fully and be successful in school.

We are concerned with anything which might hinder a student’s learning or well-being. Please share your

concerns about students with us and make referrals whenever you feel it would be helpful.

The Counseling Center will be open all day from 7:45 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Students and faculty are welcome to

stop by before and after school and at lunch. During class hours, students must have a pass from a counselor or

a referring teacher. If an emergency arises, use your judgment. Scheduling an appointment in advance

guarantees uninterrupted time.

CREDIT AVERAGING: In accordance with SISD policy (EI Local), if a student fails one semester of a two-semester course but earns a

passing grade in one of the semesters that is high enough that when averaged with the other semester is a grade

of 70 or above, the student shall earn credit for the course. Credit shall be granted in the following

circumstances if the student has met the compulsory attendance laws: A. Regular courses may be averaged with Pre-AP courses.

B. A regular course may be averaged with an AP course if there is a corresponding course. C. Courses may be averaged from one year to another year.

D. Regular courses may be averaged with summer school courses. E. Approved computer-based instruction taken in the District may be averaged with regular, Pre-AP,

AP, or courses.

F. Courses taken in middle school that qualify for high school credit may be credit averaged.

Credit shall not be granted in the following circumstances: A. Courses taken in the District may not be averaged with courses taken in other districts.

B. Courses taken in other districts may not be credit averaged by the District.

13

EMPLOYEE ABSENCES:

It is imperative that teachers are in the classroom so our Rams can receive the rich instruction from the very

best!

In the event of an absence, please call or log in to AESOP system before 6:00 a.m. After 6:00 a.m. please

contact your supervisor. If you wish to request a particular sub for your class, you will need to secure the

substitute’s number ahead of time. All anticipated absences should be called in to the AESOP System as soon as

possible in order to secure a substitute. If you will be absent due to school business, you must secure a “School Business Form” located on the website

in the "Forms" tab, fill it out and have it signed by your supervisor or principal at least 5 days prior to the

absence. Once approved, call in your absence in order to secure a substitute. If you are requesting a personal

day, you must fill out a "Personal Day Request Form" located on the "Forms" tab of the website. You must then

turn it into your supervisor or principal for approval.

The district wide initiate "Make it Count" will continue this year; this is both for teachers and students. The best

instruction is delivered when the classroom teacher is present. Please do your best to be here and MAKE IT

COUNT!

LEAVING EARLY: All employees who leave more than one hour early or who arrive more than one hour late, will be charged with

a half day absence. Any employee leaving campus must sign out in the office with the receptionist. Any

employee requesting early leave or late arrival must have permission from their supervisor prior to leaving

campus. (Conference periods are considered part of the instructional day).

EMPLOYEE COMPLAINTS AND GRIEVANCES: The purpose of this policy is to provide employees an orderly process for the prompt and equitable resolution of

complaints and grievances. The Board intends that, whenever feasible, complaints and grievances be resolved at

the lowest possible administrative level. (Refer to the Employee Handbook on the district website for more

details).

FIELD TRIPS: Due to concerns about the instructional time and budget constraints field trips will be limited. Before the field

trip is considered, teachers must submit a Field Trip Request form along with the content lesson plan to Mr.

Guerra at least 30 days prior to the date of the trip. Field trips must be scheduled only between the hours of 8:45

a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to allow for the regular bus runs. A School Activity Pass List form must be filled out and

given to the Attendance Office at least one week prior to the trip. This will allow the attendance office to ensure

that the absence is recorded accurately. The field trip form, parent permission form, and the school activity pass

14

list attendance form will be located online. Be sure to include transportation for students with special needs. No

field trips will be approved during EOC months or the week of final exams.

FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES: Teachers should discuss the procedure with each class. When the fire alarm is activated, ALL PERSONS within

Montwood High School must exit the building immediately using the specific route for your area. The

evacuation route must be posted in your room. Be aware of both the primary and alternate route. A. Teachers will open the door and assess the hallway for safety. B. Upon securing the safety of the hallway, teacher will instruct students to exit quickly in a single file

following the classroom leader who is sitting nearest the outside exit door which the students use to leave the

building. The teacher will be the last person in his/her class line with a copy of the his/her roster to ensure that

all students are present and safe, checking to make sure that the lights are off and classroom door is locked and

closed.

C. Books, etc., should be left in the room. Students should take their personal items. REMIND STUDENTS

THAT THEY ARE NOT TO BE USING THEIR CELL PHONES DURING ANY DRILLS. THEIR PHONES

WILL BE CONFISCATED AND WILL BE RELEASED TO PARENTS ON FRIDAY. The first person to reach an outside exit door will stand by the door, holding it open until the last person exits.

In the case of double-doors, both should be kept open. D. Teachers must escort their students to the furthest possible point from the building, without crossing the

street. Students are not to be contained in the parking area between cars. Students should remain with their class

in their designated area.

E. Only in the case of extreme emergencies the teacher may direct students to cross the street during the fire

drill. All students should follow the instructions of the teacher in charge of the particular assembly area. F. One (1) bells and an announcement will be the signal for everyone to return to the building.

G. We will have fire drills and evacuation of the students from the building on a monthly basis. You have

received a sketch of the building, which indicates the evacuation route from your room or area.

H. Any teacher that is on conference needs to evacuate to the nearest exit and assist with keeping students in the

designated areas.

FOOD SERVICES: Students are required to have their ID’s in order to eat lunch in the cafeteria. The cafeteria will adhere to the

guidelines of the Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value: Students may bring food from home. They are not

allowed to share with classmates. All food consumed at school or at school functions must comply with Texas

Department Agriculture Guidelines. Please refer to the district calendar for allowable treat days. Teachers are

welcome to set up a lunch account with the cafeteria. The cafeteria does accept checks.

15

FUNDRAISING GUIDELINES: These are just a couple of things you need to remember when planning a fundraiser.

All fundraising costs accrued on items not approved by Mr. Guerra will be the responsibility of the club

sponsor. ANY ITEMS BEING SOLD THAT HAVE ANY TYPE OF DESIGN MUST BE APPROVED

BY MR. GUERRA PRIOR TO ORDERING. You must submit the design to the fundraising form for

approval. Here is the process: A. Pick up a fundraiser form in the Student Activities office. Please include design sample. B. Once you fill it out, turn it in to Ana Player who will submit it for approval from Mr. Guerra.

C. Your fundraiser must have a profit of 40% or higher. D. All other fundraisers must be recapped before any new ones are approved.

There are two types of fundraisers:

Those approved at campus level: If your fundraiser does not require you to pay a vendor, then it is a campus level fundraiser and will be

approved or denied within a week of being submitted. Please note that we only allow 2 fundraisers to run at the

same time.

Example: Donations. You will not be writing a check to anyone for a service they have done, therefore, it is a

campus level fundraiser.

Those approved at DSC level: If your fundraiser requires you to pay a vendor, then it requires DSC approval. Please turn in your form one

month in advance to ensure enough time for approval. If the company you are dealing with is not on the vendor

list, checks may not be cut for your expenses. To add a vendor to the list, you must have the vendor fill out a W-

9 Form and forward the form to Rose de la Rosa. Example: T-Shirt Sales. You will write a check from your account to pay the t-shirt supplier; therefore, it

requires DSC approval.

E. DO NOT EVER PAY A VENDOR FROM THE CASH YOU HAVE COLLECTED. All monies must be

turned in to Rose de la Rosa in the business office. Then fill out a Request to Expend Funds to pay your vendor.

F. All fundraisers are taxed. You are only allowed one fundraiser to be tax free as long as all the money is

deposited at one time. Otherwise, have your vendor add the tax to the invoice. This does not apply to any food

items.

G. The school is under no obligation to pay bills or reimburse individuals for purchases that have not had prior

approval from the Principal. Anyone violating this rule must personally assume the obligation for payment.

Supporting documents (receipts, invoices, and statements) must accompany every expenditure.

H. Every school activity or project must have the principal’s approval, specifically but not limited to, those

involving fund-raising.

I. Only school-related organizations may sell on the Montwood campus. J. Projects which involve games of chance, lottery and raffles, are prohibited by state law.

16

Money Guidelines: A. Never, under any circumstance, pay an invoice with CASH!!!!!!!!!! All money must be deposited.

B. A request to expend funds must be approved for all expenditures.

C. An invoice should not be dated prior to the date approved by Mr. Guerra.

D. You must turn in receipt for all checks requested from your account. The Request to Expend Funds is based

on a quote and not an order.

E. The only exception to this rule is any invoice of those vendors you are using for a fund raiser. You must have

an approved fundraiser application on file.

ALWAYS ABIDE BY THE CAMPUS ACCOUNTABILITY MANUAL

Taxes: GOLDEN RULE: IF THE ITEM BECOMES PERSONAL PROPERTY, IT MUST BE TAXED.

If the vendor does not tax the invoice we are still liable to report taxes to the comptroller. Your account will be

deducted to pay 8.25% owed for taxes. Each club is allowed one day tax free sales twice each school year.

FINAL EXAM DATES (Subject to Revision) please see P.D. Calendar

17

GRADING PLAN

Grades for each reporting period will adhere to the following guidelines:

Daily grades (15 grades minimum) 50% of nine weeks grade

Major Grades (unit tests, common assessments and projects) 30% of nine weeks grade

Nine weeks test – (Comprehensive and shall include a campus and/or grade level benchmark/common

assessment) 20% of nine weeks grade

All three categories must add up to: 100%

A major exam to include a campus and or grade level benchmark/common assessment shall be administered at

the end of each grading period in each core subject area.

*The grading policy must be made available to parents.

*A written copy of the grading policy will be posted on the Montwood High School website.

*Two grades will be added to the gradebook each week.

*The teacher will assign a grade that reflects the student’s relative mastery of an assignment.

*A student will not be exempt from taking a major exam in any subject in which any other student is

required to take an exam.

*A student must be enrolled at least 25 school days of the grading period in order to be eligible for a

grade.

*Student grades will be based only on mastery of TEKS.

*Student grades shall not be penalized for unsatisfactory conduct. Such matters must be addressed

through the conduct grade only.

*It shall be the student’s responsibility to seek the opportunity to redo an assignment or test for which a

failing grade within five school days of the failure notification.

*The grade earned when redoing an assignment or test shall be averaged with the grade earned on the

first attempt, and the averaged grade shall replace the failing grade.

*Students shall be given one opportunity to redo a failed assignment or test.

*Students will have two days for each day absent to make up work missed.

18

Parents are to be informed as soon as evidence exists that a student is not making sufficient progress for

promotion to the next grade. They are to be given every opportunity to assist the school in a timely manner to

ensure the student’s successful completion of the assigned grade.

Students earning unsatisfactory three week, six-week, or nine week grades will be required to attend scheduled

tutorials in the specific content/elective areas until satisfactory progress occurs. Content area and/or Elective

teachers will make contact with the parent and student in order to provide specific information about the

mandated tutoring requirements.

Excused and unexcused absences shall be recorded on the report card.

Student grades will be based only on academic factors to include the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills

(TEKS) and other curriculum factors. Non-instructional factors cannot be used to determine a student’s grade.

Non-instructional factors include, but are not limited to, misbehavior, failure to participate in

fundraising activities, or failure to bring items such as tissue or hand sanitizer.

Grades shall not be reduced for non-instructional reasons except in the case of academic dishonesty or late

assignments. Academic assignments are not to be used as discipline measures.

2017-2018 Grade Reports Dates Grade Changes

All incomplete grades reported for a Nine Week grade must be changed within five school days from the end of

the grading period. Any incomplete which is not changed by the teacher, will be automatically changed to the

grade that is in the system. Incorrect grades must be changed within five days from the day report cards are

issued.

19

Socorro Independent School District

Administrative Services

2017-2018 Grade Reports

YRE Calendar End of 3 Weeks

Snapshot

Progress Reports End of 9 Weeks End of 9 weeks

grade submission

windows closes

Report Card

Distribution Week

1st 9 weeks Aug 18/Sept 8

by 4:30pm

Aug 23/Sept 13 September 29 October 16

By noon

October 23

2nd 9 weeks Nov 3/Dec 1

by 4:30pm

Nov 8/Dec 6 December 15 January 3

By noon

January 8

3rd 9 weeks Jan 22/Feb 9

by 4:30pm

Jan 25/Feb 14 March 9 March 26

By noon

April 2

4th 9 weeks April 13/May 4

by 4:30pm

April 18/ May 9 June 1 June 2

By noon

*May 29

**June 11

***June 11

*Elementary School report cards will be sent home with the students on the last day of school (i.e. June 1st).

**Middle School & High School report cards will be distributed via mail the week of June 11th.

*** Seniors must be in attendance every day through Friday, June 1, 2018. During the last week (May 30th – June 1st)

attendance must be taken every day for seniors at 10:00 a.m.

20

According to UIL guidelines, an incomplete grade will render a student ineligible. Any student who fails a class

will be ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities even if the teacher submits a grade change. The only

conditions under which a student will regain eligibility as a result of a grade change will be:

A. school/state grading procedures were violated

B. A mechanical error was made in averaging or recording the original grade

Grade Report Date: Sept. 8, 2017 Action Date: Sept 15, 2017 Grade Report Date: Oct. 16, 2017 Action Date: Oct. 23, 2017 Resume play based on Progress Reports Nov. 10, 2017 & Dec. 8, 2017

Grade Report Date: Jan. 3, 2018 Action Date: Jan. 10, 2018 Resume play based on Progress Reports Jan. 29, 2018 & Feb. 16, 2018

Grade Report Date: Mar. 26, 2018 Action Date: Apr. 2, 2018 Resume play based on Progress Reports Apr. 20, 2018 & May 11, 2018

UIL Eligibility: UIL dictates that all students must pass all classes with a 70 or above. UIL participants who fail a Pre AP course

can maintain eligibility if their grade does not go below a 65. UIL participants who fail an AP or Dual Credit

course can maintain eligibility if their grade does not go below a 60. A waiver can be requested through the

Principal. Students earning grades below those standards will not be eligible. Attending

intersession/remediation/tutorials will not be reflected for the current grading period and therefore will not

change student eligibility. Grade changes do not automatically render a student eligible certain criteria must be

met and will be addressed with the appropriate administrator.

See website for specific dates.

HALL PASSES: No student should be allowed out of class without the class hall pass. Do not allow more than one student to leave

class on a single pass. No passes should be issued during the first and last 10 minutes of each period. JURY DUTY: Employees summoned for jury duty will be granted release time for their duties to perform that service upon

presentation to the school secretary a copy of the summons. If employee is released from jury duty they must return

to the campus. Employee salary and other benefits will accrue without penalty. Any reimbursement paid by the

courts may be retained by the employee. The employee will need to provide necessary documentation to the campus

secretary, Patty Olivas indicating the dates and times services were rendered for jury duty. KEYS: Keys are issued to personnel by Diane Duncan.. Loss of keys must be reported immediately. Under no circumstances

are keys to be loaned to students. A replacement fee of $25.00 will be charged if an elevator key is lost and $5.00

will be charged if a classroom key is lost. No exceptions! It is illegal to have your school keys duplicated. If you

need an elevator key see Diane Duncan and bring a doctor’s note.

21

LESSON PLANS: Daily lesson plans should follow the campus approved lesson plan template. Lesson plans are due every three weeks

to your department supervisor by Monday at 8:00 a.m. and uploaded into Teams Folder LIBRARY: Hours: 7:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-Thursday and 7:30 A.M - 4:00 P.M. Friday The library provides materials to support all areas of the school’s curriculum as well as a variety of materials for

pleasure reading which includes books, newspapers, and magazines. Students are required to have their ID in order

to check out books from the library. MAILBOXES: Each employee has an assigned mailbox which is located in the mailroom. Mailboxes must be checked on a daily

basis and do not allow excess materials to accumulate. Correspondence with other schools and departments within

the district is sent via district mail. Envelopes are available at the receptionist’s desk. Please do not place any stickers

or decorations on your mailboxes. MODIFICATIONS OF INSTRUCTION: ARD Procedure for General Education Teachers: A. It is federal law that a general education teacher be in attendance at every ARD for the duration of the ARD.

B. Only one general ed teacher will attend a student’s ARD. Therefore it is imperative that all ARD evaluations be

filled out and returned. It will be reviewed with the committee so that YOUR grades, missing assignments, and

needed accommodations are addressed.

C. ARD’s are conducted via an automated system. Please arrive on time to the ARD in order to achieve time

efficiency.

D. As the general education representative you will be discussing progress in class, grades, and recommended

accommodations for classwork and state assessment. Helpful items to bring include: Grade book, parent contacts, and any missing assignments. Work samples may also be appropriate. E. Begin each meeting with something positive about the student and then any pertinent classroom issues can be

addressed.

F. Recommendation for a more restrictive environment should follow the RTI process. Please feel free to address

any concerns or questions with the monitoring teacher prior to the ARD.

MOVIE CLIPS IN THE CLASSROOM: Movie clips are not allowed in the classroom unless they are directly linked to instruction. Movies with an “R”

rating will not be allowed to be viewed. Lesson Plans that document the instructional purpose of the movie must

be submitted to the supervisor for approval within a 3 week time frame.

22

NURSE INFORMATION: As a member of the school faculty, the school nurse works with students, families and school/community

resources to help each student achieve full potential as an individual and become a total person emotionally,

physically, intellectually, and socially. One of the major functions of the school health service is to keep all

students at their maximum learning potential by ensuring that each is healthy and prepared to learn.

In order for the nurse to serve the needs of the majority of the students, it is important that the faculty

understand the problems and details of caring for sick students efficiently.

Please follow the procedures listed below: A. Students must present a timed pass from a teacher and ID before being admitted to the nurse’s office (except

in emergencies). Students returning to class will always have a time/signed pass from the nurse. B. Students feeling ill should report to class first, obtain a pass, and then report to the nurse.

C. When a student has a major accident, contact the nurse (Ext. 7-2425), remain calm and do not move the

injured student. A plan of action is attached to help you in injury-related situations. Other students should be

cleared from the area if possible. D. Please use your discretion when sending students who have minor discomforts such as small cuts, scratches,

mild bruises, old injuries, mild headaches, etc. E. Medication will not be given to students without a written doctor’s order, prescription labeled container, and

written parental permission.

F. If you suspect a communicable disease or child abuse, send the student to the nurse immediately. All students

should be seen by the nurse when returning to school after suffering from a communicable disease. Teachers and faculty/staff should report work-related injuries immediately (the same day) in order to be eligible

for applicable compensation. Reports submitted more than 30 days after the occurrence will be considered

invalid.

The nurse will be available for hearing exams, height and weight, blood pressure, otoscopic ear exam, and

vision check. She is also available as a resource person for child-birth classes, asthma classes, and C.P.R.

PARENT NIGHT: Parent night will be on the following dates:

Fall: September 6, 2017, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Spring: January 10, 2018, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

23

PARKING: Parking will be on first come, first served basis. Parking passes will be issued to all personnel. They must be

displayed in the windshield at all times while in faculty and staff parking lot. The teacher parking lot is located

on the westside of the school.

Students can park on campus with the purchase of a parking sticker. Parking stickers are $10.00 and students

must have a valid driver’s license, current registration, and insurance card with student’s name on insurance.

Vehicles parked on campus without the proper parking sticker are subject to being booted, cited or towed. There

is a $35.00 charge for boot removal. All vehicles on campus are subject to search. Student parking will be

limited to the eastside parking lot, adjacent to Firehouse and Montwood. Gates will be locked at 8:45 am for

safety and security reasons.

PARTIES/FREE PERIODS:

No class parties or free periods are allowed. The district calendar provides for two allowable treat days where

students can bring snacks to share with the class. Allowable treat days-Fall: October 31, 2017 and Spring:

February 14, 2018.

PAYCHECKS: Paychecks will be issued on the last working day of each month. Pay vouchers are available online at

my.SISD.net PLAN OF ACTION FOR INJURY-RELATED SITUATIONS:

A. Encountering the ambulatory victim with an injury 1. DO NOT ALLOW victim to move an injured body part such as hand, arm (especially if it appears

he/she is in great pain) 2. Accompany victim to nurse’s office

B. Encountering the injured victim in a sitting/lying position

1. DO NOT MOVE THE VICTIM 2. DO NOT MOVE a possibly injured extremity (ex. arms, legs)

3. DO NOT ALLOW the victim to attempt to get up 4. Send for help 5. Stay with the victim

6. Attempt to keep victim calm if he/she is conscious 7. Retain witnesses to speak to nurse when she arrives

8. If another adult is available to help, keep other students away from the scene. C. Encountering a victim in a life-threatening situation

1. Obvious severe wound bleeding to an extremity (ex. arms, legs) a. DO NOT MOVE VICTIM - allow to lie down only if in b. Call for help immediately sitting position (support injured extremity)

24

c. Apply pressure directly to wound -- use what is available; clothing, material, and your hand,

avoid unnecessary movement of extremity

2. Unconscious victim a. Call for help immediately

b. DO NOT MOVE VICTIM c. Stay with victim d. Retain witnesses

D. Victim who is not breathing, with or without a pulse 1. Call for help immediately

2. Initiate appropriate resuscitative efforts if qualified -- SUSPECT a possible head and neck injury! E. IF IN DOUBT ABOUT APPROPRIATE ACTION TO TAKE, DO NOT DO ANYTHING; STAY WITH

VICTIM AND WAIT FOR QUALIFIED HELP

PURCHASE ORDERS: Purchasing instructional materials is done through the departments; see your ICC/Department chair. Quotes

must be submitted by ICC/Department chairs for purchases over $100. These forms may be picked up at the

Business Office. All purchases must have prior approval from the department administrator, Mr.

Guerra, and the Director of Purchasing at the DSC. A Vendor Data Entry Sheet must be on file for all

vendors. Requests for checks must be submitted 72 hours in advance. Request checks BEFORE services are

rendered or products are received. We will not generate checks after the fact. Any checks over $500 must be

approved by the District Service Center.

TOBACCO USE: Montwood High School is a smoke-free environment. All faculty, staff, students, and visitors are prohibited

from smoking or using tobacco products (including but not limited to: cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, or

chewing tobacco) on school or within 1000 feet of the premises. A citation will be issued for this infraction.

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT TEAM (S.I.T.): The purpose and goal of the School Improvement Team is to act as an advisory to administration in its efforts to

improve the educational standards at Montwood High School. This will improve the student's’ ability to

succeed in their educational endeavors. Any interested faculty, staff or community member may attend.

Suggestions for items to be addressed by the committee should be submitted to Mr. Rios by the Monday prior to

each meeting. Items should be related to the goal of the committee as stated above. Minutes will be taken and

distributed to all faculty and staff. SIT members will be asked to serve for two years.

Meeting dates will be available online and will take place in the Culinary Arts room at 4:15 p.m. on designated

days.

SEXUAL HARRASSMENT: Sexual harassment will not be tolerated at Montwood High School. Sexual harassment includes, but is not

limited to the following:

25

1. Unwelcome sexual advances 2. Requests for sexual favors

3. Inappropriate verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature that may be found offensive by a

person.

Sexual Harassment may be directed from student to student, a student to an adult, or an adult to an adult. Please

report any incidents of sexual harassment to any of the campus administrators.

Training will be provided by the district on an annual basis.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND WORKDAYS: July 24-28, 2017: Staff Development

July 29, 2017: Work Day

August 30, 2017: ½ Day PM Staff Development September 27, 2017: ½ Day PM Staff Development

October 25, 2017: ½ Day PM Staff Development January 31, 2018: ½ Day PM Staff Development June 2, 2018: High School Graduation Teacher Work Day

June 3, 2018: MHS Graduation (1:00 PM)

STUDENT REMOVALS: Students will not be allowed to participate in any school activity when they are removed or suspended from

school by the administration. They are not allowed on campus at all during this action.

STUDENT TRAVEL AND DISCIPLINE: When students are on a school sponsored field trip or out of town trip, they are expected to follow all the rules

stated in the Student Code of Conduct, MHS Student Handbook, and all rules provided by the school sponsor.

STUDENT TUTORIAL PROGRAMS: Students earning unsatisfactory three week, six-week, or nine week grades will be required to attend scheduled

tutorials in the specific content/elective areas until satisfactory progress occurs. Content area and/or Elective

teachers will make contact with the parent and student in order to provide specific information about the

mandated tutoring requirements.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS FOLDER: All teachers are required to maintain a folder for use by a guest teacher in case of absence. The folder should

contain the following information: 1. Class Rosters 6. Hall Pass Procedure 2. Seating Charts 7. Emergency & Fire Drill Procedure.

26

3. Attendance Reporting Procedures 8. Any Special Instructions which will 4. Copy of Classroom Discipline Plan assist the Substitute teacher

5. Teaching Schedule 9. Lesson Plans or Assignments

SUPPLIES: Supplies can be obtained from your designated ICC/Department chair. One box of paper will be provided to

each teacher every nine weeks.

TARDIES: A. Tardiness is probably the single biggest discipline problem at a large school. Students who enter class late

are a disruption to your class. Ensure that you record the tardy in the Tyler system. Please help us enforce

tardies by using a tardy plan. Tardiness is a teacher problem. The student will meet your expectations, make

being on time, your number one expectation.

B. Parental contact is essential when dealing with tardiness or any other student management problem.

Note: Lockouts will be conducted randomly.

TEACHER’S LOUNGE: The lounge is available for use by all school employees. Please share in the responsibility of keeping it neat,

clean and as attractive as possible.

TELEPHONES: It is acceptable for faculty and staff to carry cell phones on campus, but they are not to be used during

instructional time. Cell phones should be OFF during instructional time. Incoming calls through the switchboard will be restricted during instructional time.

A. The telephones on campus are for school business. If you need to make a personal phone call, please

keep the conversation as brief as possible. B. If it becomes necessary to make a long distance call related to school business, first obtain

permission from an administrator. You may only make long-distance calls from phones in the office.

All others have long distance “locked out”.

C. Do not replace a classroom phone with a personal phone.

TEXTBOOKS: The effective teacher is the most valuable resource for any student.

*No more distribution of textbooks to students during summer registration.

*Each teacher will have a classroom set of textbooks to use as needed throughout class time instruction.

*Textbooks will be available for check-out to students

*Copies of textbooks will be part of the library inventory and readily available for check-out.

27

*Bookroom Schedule will be posted so that students can check out books from the Campus Bookroom for a period of 1 to 10 school days. Students will only be issued textbooks based on Teacher request.

*A list of current adoption textbooks that are available to teachers and students online will be posted on

school website. Senate Bill 6 allows accessibility of instructional materials for student use during the instructional day. Additionally,

the student’s home campus may allow the student to take home any instructional materials used by the student.

Subject to the availability of the instructional materials, the district or school shall honor the request. A student who

takes home instructional materials must return the instructional materials to school at the beginning of the next

school day if requested to do so by the student’s teacher. Through the Textbook Inventory Program (TIP) a barcode is generated with an accession number and placed on the

inside of the back cover. This number is kept on the school's computer system, TIPWeb, as the master record. The

barcode number should be recorded by the parent to assist in identifying any textbook misplaced by the student. All

textbooks are to be covered by the student and are to be kept covered while in the student's possession. Covers will

be removed when books are returned to the designated person at each campus. Marking or writing in textbooks or

otherwise damaging or mutilating them is forbidden. Students will be penalized and fined for such abuse. A student

who damages a textbook so that it can no longer be used shall be charged the full price of the textbook. Any student

failing to return a book issued by the school loses the right to free textbooks until the book is returned or paid for by

the parent; however, the student will be provided textbooks for use at school during the school day. These rules do

not apply to those books issued as expendable/consumable. Due to the increased use of innovative technologies, rigorous standards-based instruction, scientifically based

instructional programs and research-based teaching and learning strategies, the need for every student to be issued a

physical textbook is no longer a necessity. Student classrooms will be equipped with class sets of textbooks and

other instructional materials that will be available for use when necessary. Additionally, campus libraries and

bookrooms will have student copies of textbooks available to check out in accordance with Senate Bill 6. TRIP REQUESTS: Teachers taking trips must submit a Trip Request form for approval by the Principal at least one month prior to

departure. Please pick up forms from Patty Olivas, head secretary. Please submit all registration information along

with your completed trip request. A. Submit a written request through your supervisor to the principal stating the purpose of the trip, destination,

duration, how funded, insurance arrangements, anticipated costs, method of transportation and names of chaperones. B. A complete tabulation of all expenses, with receipts, must be kept and turned in to the business office when you

return. C. If faculty absence is required; an absence from duty form or trip request must be completed at least 10 days in

advance.

28

D. If utilizing a Bus Trip Request, it must be submitted at least two weeks in advance to Ariel Fama & Mr. Loya E. Parent permission forms can be acquired online under the forms tab and must be on file with the sponsor/teacher

before any students are allowed to attend functions away from the Montwood campus. (May be obtained in the

Student Activities Office) F. If students will be missing classes during the trips, a Student Activity Pass List that can obtained online under the

forms tab, must be completed and turned in.

VISITORS: No student visitors or guests are allowed. No visitor will be allowed to visit you during instructional time.

Teacher’s children should not be on campus during working hours. Students are not allowed to bring their

children on campus during school hours. All visitors to this building must have a visitor’s pass issued by the

office.

WORK SCHEDULE AND GENERAL POLICIES: The work day for teachers is 8:00 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. There is no daily sign in sheet; however, there is a

sign-out sheet in the reception area if you need to leave during the day. Please make sure you submit a “Request

to Leave Early Form” and turn in to your supervisor for approval.

A. Team Planning Days are designated every day from 8:00-8:30 am; Friday’s will be utilized for faculty

meetings (one time a month), department meetings, and staff development days.

B. Mandatory tutoring will be offered for students every day from 8:00-8:30 am.

C. In addition to regular hours, each teacher should plan to provide time after school to give students additional

help as needed.

D. All employees who leave more than one hour early or who arrive more than one hour late must call in a half

day absence.

E. Paraprofessionals/Clerical Staff will work individually specified seven and a half hours and will be required

to utilize the district supplied clock system. F. If you are requesting a personal day, you must fill out the form located at the receptionist area, and submit for

approval from your supervisor at least a week prior to the absence.

29

Montwood High School Bell Schedules 2017-2018

Regular Bell Schedule Freshman Lunch Upperclassmen Lunch Period Start End Period Start End TRT 8:00 8:30 TRT 8:00 8:30 1 8:40 9:30 1 8:40 9:30 2 9:35 10:20 2 9:35 10:20 3 10:25 11:10 3 10:25 11:10 4 11:15 12:00 4 11:15 12:00 Lunch 12:00 12:40 5 12:05 12:50 5 12:45 1:30 Lunch 12:50 1:30 6 1:35 2:20 6 1:35 2:20 7 2:25 3:10 7 2:25 3:10 8 3:15 4:00 8 3:15 4:00

45 minute classes - 5 minute transition

Teacher Planning and Mandatory Tutorials 8:00-8:30

30

Montwood High School

Bell Schedules 2017-2018

Early Release Bell Schedule

Period Start End TRT 8:00 8:30

1st or 5th 8:40 9:42 2nd or 6th 9:47 10:35 3rd or 7th 10:40 11:32 4th or 8th 11:37 12:30

52 minute classes - 5 minute transition

2017-2018 SISD District Calendar

https://www.sisd.net/Page/27430