Student Planner 2013-14 - Pinkerton Academy

dards, and parental permission requirements as outlined by the supervising faculty member. In addition, all transportationfor field trips and related activities will be in faculty vehicles, a regular school bus, or mini bus. No students will be allowedto drive their own vehicles or their family vehicles. A complete listing of all restrictions and responsibilities associated withfield trips and overnight travel is available from your advisor.Books and MaterialsAll parents and students should be aware that each student will be held responsible for the Pinkerton-owned booksand materials they receive in various classes at the Academy. Students are responsible for all books and materials issuedto them by the school and for the return of those books and materials at the end of the school year or at the timeof withdrawal or transfer. The item returned must be the same as the item issued. Textbooks are expensive (from $50 to$100 each). It is extremely important for students to protect, maintain and return books at the end of each course. note:Although there are no “lab fees” associated with any of the CTE courses offered, there are certain costs for optionalprojects. In many programs, students may elect to create projects which they are entitled to keep. The student will becharged the cost of the materials for these projects, although the Academy will generally make the materials available.Any student who is unable to pay for project materials should see the CTE director before starting the project so thatpossible arrangements can be explored. In some cases “unreturned” books are still on campus, often in an unknownlocation. The Academy will not assume the responsibility of searching for books in lockers. However, if a member of thePinkerton faculty or staff locates a book after a student fails to return the book within the normal guidelines and procedures,there will be a $5 per book service charge. Students who have not returned full/half-year books will be chargedthe full replacement cost of any book age 10 years or under or a depreciated amount (less $10 for each year over 10) forbooks aged 11 years or more. In addition, students who have not returned half-year books at the end of the first semesterwill also be subject to a Saturday detention.Students must also pay for damage and/or destruction except for normal wear and tear. Each student is assigned alocker, and locks are available at no charge. Every student should sign their name in ink on the first blank line of the labelinside their assigned books. All books must be covered.The Academy reserves the right to withhold the grades, transcripts, and diplomas of students who owe for lost, destroyed,non-returned or damaged books or materials. However, students may view their grades. Note: Students whohave not returned books at the end of the first semester will be subject to a Saturday detention and full restitution of eachunreturned book.Substitute Teachers and Classroom AidesA substitute teacher has the same authority as a “regular” teacher, and should be treated with respect and courtesy.Any attempts to take advantage of substitutes will result in administrative disciplinary action.AnnouncementsStudents wishing to make a morning announcements for clubs or organizations must have approval from the advisorand Shepard Office personnel. Announcements need to be reviewed and approved prior to 8:00 on the morning they wishto be read. Afternoon announcements are limited to cancellations only.AnimalsNo pets, rodents, reptiles, insects, or other forms of animal life will be allowed on campus without advance administrativeapproval. To review the Board of Trustees’ “Animals in the Classroom Policy” and a complete listing of the responsibilitiesand restrictions associated with animals in school, contact the Headmaster’s Office.Campus Travel1. All student travel from class to class, building to building, and on the campus in general shall be on foot, except forthose who are handicapped or injured. The use of roller skates, skateboards, bicycles, scooters, etc., is prohibited at alltimes. All such equipment should be stored in the appropriate designated area, such as lockers, bike racks or administrativeoffice.2. Students are prohibited from using elevators without a pass from the Health Office or an administrator.38