Student Handbook

 

Principal: Mrs. Jenny Hayes

Assistant Principal: Mr. Reggie Harris 

Assistant Principal: Mrs. Kelly Lindsey

 

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7:22 AM	Students report to 1st Period
7:30 AM	1st Block begins
8:55 AM	1st Block ends - Students report to Bruin Time 1st Block-Monday 2nd Block-Tuesday 3rd Block-Wednesday 4th Block-Thursday Friday-Clubs
9:00 AM	Academic enrichment begins
9:30 AM	Academic enrichment ends
9:35 AM	2nd Block begins
11:00 AM	2nd Block ends / 1st lunch begins
11:05 AM	3rd Block begins
11:30 AM	1st Lunch ends
11:35 AM	1st Lunch students begin 3rd block
12:30 PM	2nd lunch begins
1:00 PM	2nd lunch ends / 3rd period ends
1:05 PM	4th Period begins
2:30 PM	End of school day

 

1st Nine Weeks

• Progress Report 1: September 15, 2025
• Progress Report 2: October 2, 2025
• Grading Period Ends: October 16, 2025
• Grades Due: October 20, 2025
• Report Cards Go Home: October 27, 2025

2nd Nine Weeks

• Progress Report 1: November 5, 2025
• Progress Report 2: November 24, 2025
• Grading Period Ends: December 19, 2025
• Grades Due: January 6, 2026
• Report Cards Go Home: January 12, 2026

3rd Nine Weeks

• Progress Report 1: January 28, 2026
• Progress Report 2: February 19, 2026
• Grading Period Ends: March 12, 2026
• Grades Due: March 17, 2026
• Report Cards Go Home: March 23, 2026

4th Nine Weeks

• Progress Report 1: April 1, 2025
• Progress Report 2: April 30, 2025
• Grading Period Ends: June 3, 2026
• Grades Due: June 5, 2026
• Report Cards Go Home: June 22, 2026

 

E. T. Beddingfield High School

                         4510 Old Stantonsburg Road

                        Wilson, NC 27893

                          (252) 399-7880     Fax (252) 399-7850

 

Ms. Jenny Hayes Mr. Reggie Harris Mrs. Kelly Lindsey

Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal 

Welcome to Beddingfield High School!

I am delighted to welcome you to Beddingfield High School and to what I’m sure will be an exciting and rewarding school year. Whether you are a returning student or new to our school community, I want you to know how thrilled we are to have you with us.

At Beddingfield, we are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and challenging environment where each of you can thrive. Our dedicated staff is here to guide you, inspire you, and help you navigate your academic journey. We believe that every student has unique talents and potential, and we are here to help you discover and develop those qualities.

This handbook is designed to be a valuable resource for you throughout the school year. It contains important information about school policies, expectations, and the various opportunities available to you. I encourage you to take the time to read through it carefully and refer to it whenever you need guidance.

As you explore new subjects, join clubs, participate in sports, and make new friends, remember that your time here is what you make of it. I encourage you to get involved, ask questions, seek help when you need it, and most importantly, challenge yourself to grow both academically and personally.

We are here to support you every step of the way, and we are committed to helping you achieve your goals. Let’s work together to make this year one of the best yet!

Once again, welcome to Beddingfield. I’m looking forward to seeing all the amazing things you will accomplish this year as you go out and #BeBruin!

Sincerely,

 

Jenny Hayes
Principal

 

 

 SCHEDULE MODIFICATIONS 

Schedule changes are only allowed if one or more of the following scenarios apply: 

1. A class is needed for graduation or promotion  

2. A class requires a prerequisite that has not been taken  

3. A class was previously passed  

There are no teacher preference changes for any class. In many cases a parent/guardian will be  required to meet with the designated guidance counselor to discuss the need for the class change.  A teacher recommendation may be required as well. All schedule modifications shall be approved  by administrators. 

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION 

The student’s evaluation is based upon testing, classroom assignments, and participation.  Parents  are encouraged to study the report card carefully and to schedule conferences with teachers to  discuss their student’s progress. The grading system used on report cards for the concentrated  curriculum is as follows: 

A = 90 – 100 

B = 80 – 89 

C = 70 – 79 

D = 60 – 69 

F = 59 and below 

PROMOTIONS 

In the high school program, the number of units completed is determined by the pupil’s progress.  The following units from the Concentrated Curriculum are required: 

 

Please see Board Policy Code 3460 and Regulation 3460-R for all graduation requirements 

 

POLICY CODE 3420: STUDENT PROMOTION AND ACCOUNTABILITY The Board of Education is dedicated to high standards and high achievement for all students. The  Board believes students should progress to the next level of study based on their knowledge and  application of the current curriculum level. To the extent reasonably possible, students should be  given as much time or as little time as they need to be proficient at a particular level of study. 

 

To reduce the number of students who do not meet promotion standards, the Board directs school  administrators and teachers to address the needs of students who are not making adequate academic  progress as required by Policy 3405, Students at Risk of Academic Failure. Academic standards  are established by the Wilson County Schools for the specific grade levels and/or courses. The  purpose of these standards is to improve teaching and learning, to enable all students to achieve  competencies and to engage parents in school improvement through shared accountability. 

The ultimate responsibility for promotion/retention decisions is assigned to school principals  by G.S. 115C-288, except as provided in G.S. 115C-83.7. Such decisions shall be made in  accordance with federal, state and local regulations and the expectations provided below. The  Board and Superintendent have provided criteria to guide principals in this decision. 

 

GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) 

The State of North Carolina now requires all public high schools to utilize standardized transcripts  and to calculate the grade point average and class rank by a standard method. Grades are weighted  as follows: 

 

*CCP courses are weighted differently depending on the course. 

 

         CALCULATING GPA 

Grade Point Averages (GPA) are often utilized to ascertain eligibility for college or university  entrance, class rank, or standing on the honor roll or Principal’s list. To calculate a GPA, set up  three columns. In the first column, put the course title. In the second column, list the letter grade.  In the third column, record the points for that grade according to the Quality Points chart above.  Add up the points in the third column and divide by the number of subjects listed. The final  number is the GPA. For example:

 

 

GPA = 14/4 = 3.50 

 

END-OF-COURSE TESTS 

End-of-course tests are administered at the end of each semester to students who are enrolled in  certain courses. These courses are Math I, English II, and Biology and Math III. These are state tests and scored  according to state standards at the following achievement levels: 

 

In order for a student to receive credit for one of these courses, he/she will be evaluated based  on: 

1. Teacher standards  

2. Attendance standard  

3. EOC test in that subject area  

 

POLICY CODE 4310: INTEGRITY AND CIVILITY 

All students are expected to demonstrate integrity, civility, responsibility and self-control. This  expectation is directly related to the Board's educational objectives for students to learn to be  responsible for and accept the consequences of their behavior and for students to respect cultural  diversity and ideological differences. Integrity, civility, responsibility and self-control also are  critical for establishing and maintaining a safe, orderly and inviting environment. 

A. PROHIBITED BEHAVIOR 

In addition to any standards or rules established by the schools, the following behaviors are  in violation of the standards of integrity and civility and are specifically prohibited: 

1. cheating, including the actual giving or receiving of any unauthorized assistance or  the actual giving or receiving of an unfair advantage on any form of academic work; 

2. plagiarizing, including copying the language, structure, idea and/or thought of another  and representing it as one's own original work; 

3. violating copyright laws, including the unauthorized reproduction, duplication and/or  use of printed or electronic work, computer software, or other copyrighted material;

4. cursing or using vulgar, abusive or demeaning language toward another person; 

5. playing abusive or dangerous tricks or otherwise subjecting a student or an employee  to personal indignity; and

6. discrimination, harassment and bullying as defined in policy 1710/4021/7230,  Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying. 

B. CONSEQUENCES 

The disciplinary consequences for violations of this policy shall be consistent with Section  D of policy 4300, Student Behavior Policies. The superintendent or designee shall list in  the Code of Student Conduct the specific range of consequences that may be imposed on a  student for violations of this policy. 

 

POLICY CODE 3135: HOMEWORK 

The Board recognizes the importance of homework in supplementing classroom instruction and  furthering the goals of the educational program. Homework reinforces learning and fosters independence, responsibility and self-direction. Homework assignments should strengthen skills, provide practice in subjects that have already  been taught in class and improve a student's ability to work independently. Teachers should take into consideration the differences in financial, educational and technological resources of students  and their parents or guardians when making assignments. 

In addition, the amount of time necessary to complete the tasks should be reasonable in light of the age and maturity of the students  and other assignments given to the students. 

The table below provides general guidelines for the amount of time a student should spend on  homework nightly. The Board further recognizes that the level of rigor of some high school  courses may periodically require additional time for homework over those listed. These courses  might include, but are not limited to, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and other  college level courses. 

 

Teachers should make every effort to give clear directions for homework assignments. They  should also make sure that assignments are based on skills that have been taught previously in the  classroom. Students should be able to use the particular skills, and should be familiar with the  assignment that they are to complete using the skills. Students should be given an opportunity to  ask questions about the assignment before going to another activity. 

Teachers should minimize the use of homework assignments or projects which will involve the  expenditures of funds by a student. 

Homework shall never be used as a method of punishment.

 

POLICY CODE 3400: EVALUATION OF STUDENT PROGRESS 

An evaluation system of students’ academic performance is necessary to help ensure that all  students are succeeding within the framework of the educational goals and objectives of the  Board. The Board believes that the formal issuance of student evaluations on a regular basis  promotes continuous assessment of a student’s performance; informs the student, his or her parents  or guardians, and the school counselor about the student’s performance and progress; and provides  a system of notice that allows intervention strategies to be implemented if necessary to improve  the student’s performance. The Board encourages teachers and principals to pursue innovative  methods of evaluating progress. 

The Board of Education requires that all parents be informed at regular intervals of the progress of  their children in order to promote a process of continuous evaluation of student performance; to  inform the student, his parents, and counselor of the student's progress; and to provide a basis for  bringing about improvement in student performance, where such change seems necessary. 

Meaningful evaluation shall include consideration of all activity that has occurred during the  particular evaluation period. Teachers shall keep accurate records of all graded assignments in  order to substantiate a grade given in a course. Class attendance shall also be kept and reported to  parents. The relative value attached to any activity shall be determined by the importance of the  activity toward achieving the course objectives. 

When determining the final grade for a grading period, teachers shall weight assignments and  assessments as on a ten-point scale indicated in the tables below. 

 

Teachers have the primary responsibility for evaluating student performance and keeping accurate  records in order to substantiate a grade or assessment. Teachers shall ensure that there are an  adequate number of assignments/assessments in each category during a grading period such that  no single assignment or assessment has a disproportionate effect on a student’s final grade for the  grading period. The principal has the authority to review all grades, make adjustments when  justified, and report those changes to the superintendent as outlined in the Administrative  Regulation 3400, Evaluation of Student Progress. The principal’s decision is final and will be  documented in the student’s permanent record. 

The Board realizes the obstacles a student faces when trying to recover from an extremely low  grading period average. For this reason, in grades K-8, no student shall receive a final grade for a  grading period that is below 50%. In grades 9-12, no student shall receive a final grade for the  first 9-week period of the semester that is below 40%. There is no lowest grade limit on the grade  issued for the second 9-week period of a semester.

 

In addition to regular progress report cards and other school contacts with the home, interim reports  are to be issued during the regular grading periods to alert parents when students are not completing  satisfactory work, consistent with policy 3405, Students at Risk of Academic Failure. 

Parental conferences are a valuable method of reporting to parents. Conferences regarding a  student's progress in a particular class shall include the teacher of that class. The superintendent  shall develop the necessary administrative procedures to implement this policy. 

POLICY CODE 3220: TECHNOLOGY IN THE EDUCATION PROGRAM

REGULATION CODE 3220-R: TECHNOLOGY IN THE EDUCATION PROGRAM

POLICY CODE 3225/4312/7320: TECHNOLOGY RESPONSIBLE USE

Policy Code 4400: STUDENT ATTENDANCE 

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5. Makeup Work

A student who misses homework assignments or other assignments or due dates because of absences, whether excused or unexcused, must be allowed to make up the work. Arrangements for completing the work should be made in writing within five school days of the student’s return to school. Arrangements should include a schedule for completion of the work.

Assignments missed due to participation in school-related activities are eligible for makeup by the student.

In the case of excused absences, short-term out-of-school suspensions, and absences under G.S. 130A-440 (for failure to submit a school health assessment form within 30 days of entering school), the student will be permitted to make up his or her missed work.  (See also policies 4110, Immunization and Health Requirements for School Admission, and 4351, Short-Term Suspension.)   

LATE ARRIVALS / TARDIES 

All students must be in their first block class by 7:30 am. Any student who arrives late to school  has to be checked in at the front office. A tardy note will be given to the student to present to their  teacher. All tardies will be unexcused unless a valid excuse or doctor’s note is presented to the  front office. If the parent/student forgets to bring a note, the tardy will be marked unexcused and  the parent has 48-hours to present a note to the front office for the tardy to be changed from  unexcused to excused.  Students arriving after 7:45 will be considered absent.  Students may opt to attend lunch detention to avoid an absence.  However, 3 tardies to 1st block will result in after school detention.  

Any student who is tardy to 2nd, 3rd, 4th block or Bruin Period should report to the front office and they will receive 1 day ASD.  All of these tardies will be unexcused. 

Failure to attend lunch detention will lead to after-school detention.  Failure to attend after school detention will result in a suspension.  

LEAVING CAMPUS / CHECKING OUT 

After boarding the bus or arriving on campus, a student is considered the responsibility of the  school system and is not allowed to leave without checking out in the school front office. Checking  out is only allowed for the following: illness, family emergency, parental request or doctor’s  appointment. 

Students are urged to stay in school all day. Doctor or other appointments should be scheduled  outside of school hours or on school holidays whenever possible. If a child needs to be dismissed  early, he or she must bring a note to the front office before the school day begins. This note needs  to include the reason for requesting early release, the parent’s signature, and phone number where  that parent can be reached for verification. Leaving school will constitute an absence in the classes  the student misses including any class in which a student misses in excess of 15 minutes of the  class. Students should bring a doctor’s note when returning to school. Before leaving school,  students must sign out with the main office. Students may only be picked up by persons on the contact list who have permission to pick them up.

HALL PASSES 

No student shall be in the hall during regular class time without a hall pass issued by the teacher  in charge of the student during that time. They may use the restroom during class changes and lunch.  Students who need to go somewhere during class besides the restroom may be issued a hall pass.  Passage shall be by the shortest and quickest route possible without stopovers at other points or bothering other classes in session. Students who are in the hallway without a pass will receive a discipline referral for skipping.  

CAFETERIA/LUNCH EXPECTATIONS

The participation and cooperation of all students will help in determining the type of service  offered to students. Students are expected to cooperate with cafeteria workers by helping to keep  the cafeteria as clean and pleasant as possible. The lunchroom manager and staff want to serve  you and they solicit your support for improving the cafeteria program. 

1. Students should report directly to the cafeteria, courtyard, or commons area during the  lunch period. Hall passes will not be issued during any lunches. Students are not  allowed outside the designated lunch area without the permission of an administrator.  Students will not be allowed to remain unsupervised in classrooms. 

2. All trays and eating utensils should be removed from the table and placed in appropriate  receptacles. 

3. Commercial (outside) food may not be delivered or brought to students during the school day.

4.  No food is to be removed from the cafeteria unless approved by administration. 

                    5. The throwing of food, napkins, utensils, etc. is prohibited. 

6. Students who are not in the cafeteria, commons area, or the courtyard five (5) minutes  after the bell rings will be considered out of place.  

7. Students are not to leave the designated areas during lunch without the permission of  an administrator.  

8. Any food and drinks brought to school must be kept in a book bag until lunch.  Glass containers are not allowed for safety reasons. Food is not allowed in the classrooms or hallways or anywhere outside the cafeteria. Any beverages must be sealed and not to be consumed in the hallways.  

9. Students will be asked to dispose of any drinks or food seen in any of the non-permitted locations. Failure to comply with this directive will result in disciplinary action for  insubordination.  

10. Neither Beddingfield, nor any other Wilson County School, has open lunch. Students  are expected to remain on campus for lunch. 

 

 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

SCHOOL CAMPUS 

Students should not arrive on Beddingfield campus before 6:50 a.m. unless there is a special  project or reason to be on campus. When students arrive on campus, they are expected to  immediately leave their vehicles and report to the building. Students who ride the bus or who are  transported to school by their parents are not to be in the student parking lot before school. They  should report to the building and prepare to go to class. 

The school day is concluded at 2:30 p.m. for students. Unless students have a special reason or  project on which they are working, they are expected to clear campus as soon as possible. Students  will not be allowed to wait for extended periods of time for transportation. All students have  access to the school buses and are welcome to make use of this service. All students, unless  supervised in an activity, should be off campus by 3:00 p.m. 

SCHOOL CAMPUS AFTER HOURS 

Instruction begins at 7:30 am, and the normal school day is over at 2:30 pm. Students are to leave  the school campus immediately after school is dismissed. They should stay off campus unless  they are to participate in school-sponsored events. 

VANDALISM / PROPERTY DAMAGE 

Beddingfield High School is your school. Students are expected to have respect for school  property and to take good care of books, desks, Chromebooks, and other furniture and equipment. Students who  destroy or vandalize school or personal property will be required to pay for losses or damages. If  students willfully destroy school property, suspension may be necessary. If you accidentally  damage something, report it to a teacher or the office immediately. 

INAPPROPRIATE PEER RELATIONS 

Students will not engage in behavior which is immoral or indecent, overly affectionate or of a  sexual nature while on school property or at school activities or engaging in sexually harassing behavior toward another  student.  

CHANGE OF ADDRESS / PHONE # / EMAIL 

Students who move or whose address is otherwise changed must notify the office of the change  for modification of records. Proofs of address must be provided. Telephone numbers and e-mail addresses must be updated as often as  they change as well. 

MONEY AND OTHER VALUABLES 

Students are not to bring large amounts of money, expensive jewelry, cameras, electronic  equipment, etc. to school. Students are responsible for personal items left in book bags, desks,  commons area, and the cafeteria. Beddingfield High School will not be responsible for lost or  stolen items. 

LOST AND FOUND 

Articles that have been found should be taken to the office. Lost articles can be claimed by proper  

identification. It is a good idea to clearly mark items with the owner’s name so they can be returned  without delay.

 

FIELD TRIPS AND CHAPERONE INFORMATION

        When appropriate, educators may utilize field trips to enrich and extend instruction. Any parent who  

        wishes to attend or chaperone a field trip must be approved through the district volunteer tracking   

        system which requires a clear background check. Sign up by visiting www.wilsonschoolsnc.net and   

        enter volunteer in the search bar! The volunteer application should be completed at least one month 

        prior to the field trip.  Pending applications and expired approvals will not be honored.

 

       We encourage parents to consider volunteering as a chaperone when appropriate. Per administrative   

       discretion, approved chaperones may be assigned a small group of students to supervise during the trip. 

       Field trips are considered an extension of the school day; therefore, applicable policies, rules, and 

       procedures apply for the duration of the field trip. Please see Wilson County Schools Board Policy and 

       Regulation 3320 School Trips for more information.  

 

       Approved volunteers who do not serve as chaperones may not be able to participate in the field trip  

       activities due to venue limitations. If tickets must be pre-purchased for a trip, the school will secure 

       only tickets for those adults volunteering as chaperones. Older or younger children/siblings/cousins, 

       etc. who are not a member of the class are not permitted to attend field trips.

 

       

       Process for Alternative Transportation Request

       If students ride home from a field trip with their parents/guardians,  the school should keep a written 

       record of the parent’s signature (form or roster).  This record should be kept on file (hard copy or 

       electronic) for at least one year from the field trip.  Depending on the end time of the field trip, students 

       that go home with their parents may be coded as an early checkout.

 

 

SERVICES, ACTIVITIES, & FEES 

COUNSELING SERVICES (Student Services) 

The Counseling Department of Beddingfield High School exists to help students, parents, and  teachers. It is important that students become aware of services available so that they can take  advantage of all the services offered by the Counseling Department. Counselors are available to  assist and advise each student about personal problems, academic problems, course selection,  college choices, scholarships, and career choices. All students have the opportunity for one to one  counseling throughout the year. The Counseling Office is open from 7:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.  Appointments will not be scheduled that interfere with class time. If you wish to schedule an  appointment with your counselor, stop by the Student Services before or after school or during  lunch. Although each student is initially assigned a counselor, feel free to seek help, support, and  guidance from any counselor available. 

COLLEGE VISITS 

College visits must be cleared and pre-arranged through the Counseling Department and must be  approved by the Principal. Seniors will be allowed two excused absences per school year to attend college sponsored programs only if they are pre-approved. A letter from a parent or guardian must  be presented prior to the visit and a letter from the institution should be presented upon return. 

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER 

The Media Center contains research and recreational materials, including books, paperbacks,  magazines, as well as visual, electronic, and audio equipment. The School Media Coordinator is available to work with students doing research and class  assignments or to provide assistance for special interests and/or leisure reading. 

Students must  present hall passes in order to be admitted to the Media Center during the four periods of the school  day. Students are expected to conduct themselves as good citizens when in the Library Media  Center (LMC) and to follow all school rules.  

The overdue fines for the Media Center are as follows: 

Regular collection $.10 per book 

Overnight loans $.25 per book 

Periodicals $.10 per book 

Long Term Overdue $1.00 per year to cover the costs of sending out overdue notices for fines

owed for more than 1 school year 

The maximum fine is $5.00 per item per school year. Overdue fines are calculated by counting  only school days between the date the item was due and the date it was returned. Lost items must  be paid for at the replacement costs plus the overdue fine. If an item is found during the current  school year, a refund is given less the accumulated fine.

A student must be in good standing (owe no fines) with the LMC to receive their student ID at the  beginning of the year. Replacement IDs cost $2.00. Students must also be in good standing to  receive a Chromebook each year that they are distributed. 

TECHNOLOGY USER FEE 

In order for students to receive their Chromebook, they will need to pay the yearly non-refundable  technology user fee at the school (payable by cash only) or through the online payment system,  accessible via the school’s website. The fees are as follows: 

 

 

The technology user fee is a flat fee that will not be prorated for students at any time during the  school year. In the event that a student leaves Wilson County Schools, the fee will not be  returned. If a student moves from one school to another, their paid technology fee will transfer.  

GENERAL FEES AND FINES 

All student fees and fines are expected to be paid promptly. Please be advised that if you are scheduled to graduate this year, you may be precluded from participating in commencement  if this matter is not resolved prior to the end of the school year this also includes prior unpaid fees.

 

TRANSPORTATION 

BUS TRANSPORTATION 

School bus transportation is a privilege that may be withdrawn for inappropriate behavior. A  student is to ride the bus to which he or she is assigned. Any emergency request to ride a bus or a  different bus will be subject to approval by administration and the bus garage. Students will be  allowed to get off buses only at school and approved bus stops.  

According to State law, the school bus driver is authorized by the Principal to supervise the  students who ride the bus to and from school. As a result, the bus driver is in complete charge of  the bus and its occupants at all times. Students riding the bus must comply with the request of the  driver. 

BUS DISCIPLINE 

Students with bus violations may face the following disciplinary action: 

 

*Fighting on a school bus will result in an automatic suspension from school.  

**Administration reserves the right to further disciplinary action for more serious offenses. 

DRIVER’S EDUCATION 

Driver’s Education classes are held throughout the year after the school day. Class work must be  taken before “behind the wheel” training begins. In order to be eligible and to keep a driver’s  permit, a student must be fifteen (15) years of age or older, be enrolled in school, have passed at  least three (3) out of four (4) classes the previous semester and must not have numerous  suspensions. The fee for the Wilson County Driver’s Education class is $65. In some cases, the  fee may be waived. 

CAR TRANSPORTATION 

The State of North Carolina provides transportation for all students attending Beddingfield High  School. It is a privilege for students to drive their cars on campus, therefore, these students must  adhere to the following regulations or be restricted from driving. 

1. Each student planning to park a car on school grounds must register the car with the  parking attendant and pay a fee of $100 per school year to receive a permit from Mrs.  Bulluck in the front office. Students who purchase a pass for first or second semester only  must pay $60.  

2. Students may not sell, sub-lease, or give their assigned parking decal/space to other  students. Transferring a decal from one vehicle to another owned by the same individual 

  (family) is permissible. Any special circumstance should be handled by school  administration.  

3. No student parking is allowed in the school bus parking lot, faculty lots, visitor spaces,  grass or other undesignated areas.  

4. The safe operation of motor vehicles is required. Vehicles must not travel in excess of 5  miles per hour on campus. All traffic laws apply. Seat belts are required for driver and 

ALL passengers. No squealing of tires, reckless driving, racing motors, improper use of  brakes, loud music, hanging out windows, driving on grass or blowing horns for non safety reasons is permitted, as this will result in loss of driving privileges.  

5. There will be no loitering in parking lots in the morning or afternoon. All students must  leave the parking lots immediately upon parking the vehicle. Loitering is defined as  taking any more time than is necessary to park the car, pick up books, lock the car, and  walk through the parking lot. If it is not obvious to an observer that a student is in the  process of going immediately into the building, it will be considered “loitering” and will  be subject to disciplinary action.  

6. If a parking permit is lost, the student’s driving privilege will be revoked until he or she  secures another decal for a fee of $10.00.  

7. Once a student enters campus he or she is not allowed to leave without following the  procedure for checking out of school. All students should park and then immediately  enter the building. Students are urged to lock their cars before leaving them.  

8. Once a student enters the building, he or she may not return to the parking lot during the  school day unless provided special permission from administration. 

9. Students may not use their vehicles to illegally take themselves or other students off  campus. Violations will result in disciplinary action.  

10. As a condition of being allowed to park on school grounds, the student and the student’s  parent(s) or guardian(s) hereby must agree to allow school officials to search any vehicle  at any time. This includes the trunk and glove compartment areas of the vehicle whether  or not it is the vehicle to which the parking permit specifically applies. The school official  will search the vehicle if he or she has reasonable suspicion to believe that the student has  drugs, weapon(s), alcohol or any prohibited substance as defined in the Alcohol and Drug  Policy of the Wilson County Board of Education.  

11. Students who drive to school must comply with the directives of the parking lot attendant,  administrators, or other staff members. 

12. Students that drive to school and arrive late (without a valid reason) will be subject to  consequences listed in the Tardy Policy. Instruction begins at 7:30 am! Driving to school  and having a parking pass is a privilege. Driving privileges will be suspended for a certain  amount of time based on the frequency of the tardies. Once a student has received 10 tardies to school, their driving privileges will be suspended for a week.

PARKING VIOLATIONS  

According to North Carolina State Law, any motor vehicle parked in a parking lot on school  grounds in violation of the rules and regulations adopted may be removed from the grounds to a  place of storage and the registered owner of such vehicle shall become liable for removal and  storage charges. We have adopted a “Boot” policy at BHS. Students parking in the student  parking lot without a valid BHS parking permit will be charged a $5 fine for the first time violation.  The second violation, the car will be booted. In order to remove the boot, the student must do all  of the following: A) pay for a year or semester parking pass; B) pay $10 boot removal fee; C)  ensure the first $5 violation has been paid.

ACADEMIC PRIVILEGE AND DRIVING 

The State of North Carolina has placed requirements on high school students to motivate them to  achieve academically. This motivation is in the form of State law, which requires that every high  school student must pass at least three units in the previous semester in order to retain their license  to drive in the State of North Carolina. 

Student grades are reported each semester to the State of North Carolina. If a student loses his or  her license, they are NOT eligible to get their license back until they have demonstrated adequate  academic progress at their school. This will consist of passing 3 of 4 courses in their present  semester and 3 of 4 courses the next semester. Loss of license for academic reasons will mean at  least 2 semesters without driving privileges. 

 

 

EMERGENCY INFORMATION 

FIRE DRILLS 

In case of a fire emergency, the signal to evacuate the building will be an on-off sounding of the  emergency alarm. There will be an evacuation plan posted in each classroom. Each teacher will instruct you regarding specific procedures. During fire drills, each student will remain with the  teacher. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action being taken. When the bell sounds to  re-enter the building, students should move quickly and quietly back to their classrooms. 

TORNADO DRILLS 

In case of a tornado emergency, notification will be made by the school public address system.  Everyone will go to his/her assigned area and along the wall. There will be a tornado plan posted  in each classroom. When students are asked to assume the “tornado position,” they are to do the  following: 

1. Sit on the floor facing the wall.  

2. Remain quiet until “all clear” is sounded.  

3. Then move quickly and quietly back to the classroom.  

ILLNESS / INJURY AT SCHOOL 

If a student is injured or becomes ill at school, he or she is to report to his or her teacher and secure a pass to come to the main office. If necessary, the office staff will try to contact his or her parent/guardian.  All students who are injured or become ill must check out through the main office before leaving school. Telephone information is essential. An accident/injury form must be completed at the  time of the injury. If injury happens in the classroom, the classroom teacher must contact the parent/guardian immediately. 

IMMUNIZATION CERTIFICATE 

North Carolina law requires all students enrolled in a North Carolina school to have an  immunization record on file. This form can be secured from the Wilson County Health  Department or from the child’s personal physician. A new student may be enrolled temporarily  for 30 days. A certificate must be presented by the 30^th day of school or the student will be  withdrawn from school as required by North Carolina law. 

Twelfth graders are required to have immunizations updated prior to the beginning of school in their twelfth grade year.

MEDICATION 

Students needing doctor prescribed medication while at school must have a statement of  permission signed by the parent or guardian. A labeled bottle with the student’s name and dosage  is required and must be left in the front office. 

POLICY CODE 6125 and 6125-R: ADMINISTERING MEDICATIONS TO STUDENTS The Board recognizes that students may need to take medications during school hours. School  personnel who are trained, approved, and supervised by a school nurse may administer medication  prescribed by a licensed health care provider upon the parent/guardian's submission of a medical  authorization form. In limited circumstances, a student may be authorized to self-administer  medications. Additionally, parents may authorize administration of short-term prescription  medication. 

(Please click on “6125” above to see the policy in detail.)

SCHOOL INSURANCE 

Parents have the opportunity to purchase school accident insurance for their children. School-time  and twenty-four-hour coverage will be available. An information sheet explaining the program is  available in the office. 

 

 

PARENTAL CONCERNS 

INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES 

WCS has a 24-hour weather line that gives the status of the school day in the event of inclement  weather. The number is 252-265-4037. Parents should also make sure schools have their current  contact information, so they receive all automated phone calls or email messages related to  inclement weather. Parents can also find the status of the school day at wilsonschoolsnc.net, the  WCS Facebook page, Twitter page and on WRAL Channel 5. 

INVOLVEMENT 

In order for BHS to be effective it is necessary for parents to cooperate and become involved.  Parents must be familiar with the building policies and procedures. Parents are encouraged to  become active in parent-teacher conferences, PTO, booster clubs, and curricular and co-curricular  activities. 

VOLUNTEER TRACKER 

Volunteers are able to select schools where they wish to serve. Volunteers are also able to identify  activities that they would like to participate in when volunteering. You are able to log the number  of hours that you serve as a volunteer. Volunteers spend an overwhelming number of hours  volunteering in the schools. Using the Log My Time feature in Volunteer Tracker, you will be  amazed at the number of hours that you contribute to schools. Even though you may have been  volunteering for years in Wilson County Schools, we want you to register in the Wilson County  Schools Volunteer Tracker! Let’s get registered today! 

         Volunteers can complete a volunteer application by following the link

          below: https://www.wilsonschoolsnc.net/about-us/volunteer

The first time you access the system you will need to click on the registration link to register your  email address and create a password. You will receive an email confirming your e-mail  address. Then, go to your email and click on the link in the email to access the registration  page. Once the application is submitted, you will receive an email that the application is submitted.  Background checks will be initiated if needed based on the activity level selected. An email will  notify the volunteers when they are approved. Thank you for volunteering in Wilson County  Schools! Your contributions are invaluable! 

CONFERENCES 

Parents are welcomed and encouraged to schedule a conference at school to talk with your teachers. 

Appointments must be made to coincide with the teacher’s schedule. Conferences may be  scheduled through the front office at 399-7880. 

Parents are to schedule conferences in advance at times convenient for both teachers and  themselves. Conferences will be scheduled at such times that they do not interrupt or interfere  with a teacher’s classes.

VISITORS 

All visitors to the Beddingfield High School campus must check in at the office and obtain a  visitor’s pass which they are to wear throughout their visit. Visitors will not be permitted to  loiter on school campus or in school buildings. Unauthorized visitors on campus or in the  building will be considered trespassing and may be arrested. Students are not permitted to have  visitors during the school day. 

Parents, below are other board policies that Beddingfield High School suggests you are aware  concerning issues regarding all students 

POLICY CODE 4700: STUDENT RECORDS 

REGULATION CODE 4700-R: RELEASE OF DIRECTORY INFORMATION POLICY CODE 1510/4200/7270: SCHOOL SAFETY 

POLICY CODE 3620: EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 

POLICY CODE 1720/4015/7225: DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT AND  BULLYING COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

 

 

 STUDENT BEHAVIOR 

It is essential that students get along with people and conform to established rules and regulations.  In order to establish this desirable educational climate, it is necessary to have an atmosphere that  is safe, orderly, and disciplined. The purpose of discipline is to maintain an environment that is  conducive to learning for all students. 

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR 

Students will… 

∙be in the appropriate area of the room as determined by the teacher before the tardy bell rings.  ∙be on time: students that are “Late to Class” will be assigned a consequence. ∙ come to class prepared with all necessary supplies and assignments.  

∙ show respect, regard, and consideration for themselves and others which includes: ⮚ supporting the teacher and contributing positively to the learning environment. 

⮚ actively participating in the lesson. 

⮚ keeping hands to themselves (not touching things that are not their property) and  behaving in an orderly fashion. 

⮚ using only words of encouragement that build others up (Wilson County Schools has a  zero tolerance for bullying). 

∙ exercise integrity while doing/completing any assignments (no cheating). ∙ follow all directions.  

PERIOD DETENTION 

Period Detention may be used by teachers to remove students from class for minor disciplinary  infractions (excessive talking, sleeping, etc.) for that period only. When a student accumulates  multiple period detentions, he/she will receive an office referral and be seen by an administrator.  Students sent to period detention must report within 3 minutes of being sent out of the classroom.  

Failure to report to period detention will constitute a failure to follow a lawful directive and  appropriate action will be taken and could result in an Out-of-School suspension. 

AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION 

As a behavior intervention, we provide After School Detention (ASD) and is from 2:45 pm – 4:00  pm on specific days of the week, which will be announced. Students assigned to ASD must report  on time and remain until dismissed to receive credit. Failure to serve ASD will result in more severe consequences. 

 

POLICY CODE 4300: STUDENT BEHAVIOR POLICIES

All decisions related to student behavior are guided by the Board's educational objective to teach  responsibility and respect for cultural and ideological differences and by the Board's commitment  to creating safe, orderly and inviting schools. Student behavior policies are provided in order to  establish (1) expected standards of student behavior; (2) principles to be followed in managing  student behavior; (3) consequences for prohibited behavior or drug/alcohol policy violations; and  (4) required procedures for addressing misbehavior.

A. PRINCIPLES 

The reasons for managing student behavior are to (1) create an orderly environment in which  students can learn; (2) teach expected standards of behavior; (3) help students learn to accept  the consequences of their behavior; and (4) provide students with the opportunity to develop  self-control. The following principles apply in managing student behavior. 

1. Student behavior management strategies will complement other efforts to create a  safe, orderly and inviting environment. 

2. Positive behavioral interventions will be employed as appropriate to improve student  behavior. 

3. Responsibility, integrity, civility and other standards of behavior will be integrated  into the curriculum. 

4. Disruptive behavior in the classroom will not be tolerated. 

5. Consequences for unacceptable behavior will be designed to help a student learn to  comply with rules, to be respectful, to accept responsibility for his or her behavior  and to develop self-control. 

6. Strategies and consequences will be age and developmentally appropriate.

B. COMMUNICATION OF POLICIES 

Board policies related to student behavior are codified mainly in the 4300 series. The  superintendent shall incorporate information from such policies into a Code of Student  Conduct that notifies students of the behavior expected of them, conduct that may subject  them to discipline and the range of disciplinary measures that may be used by school  officials. At the discretion of the superintendent, the Code of Student Conduct may include  additional rules needed to implement the Board's student behavior policies. Each school  shall create a student behavior management plan that will elaborate further on processes for  addressing student misbehavior and the use of intervention strategies and consequences (see  policy 4302, School Plan for Management of Student Behavior). The Code of Student  Conduct must incorporate by reference any additional student behavior standards, prohibited  conduct or disciplinary measures identified in individual school behavior plans developed  in accordance with policy 4302, provided such measures are consistent with law and Board  policy. The Code of Student Conduct must not impose mandatory long-term suspension or  expulsion for specific violations unless otherwise provided in state or federal law. 

At the beginning of each school year, principals shall make available to each student and  parent all of the following: (1) the Code of Student Conduct; (2) any Board policies related  to behavior that are not part of the Code of Conduct; (3) any related administrative  procedures; (4) any additional discipline-related information from the school's student  behavior management plan, including behavior standards, prohibited conduct or disciplinary  measures; and (5) any other school rules. This information must be available at other times  upon request and must be made available to students enrolling during the school year and  their parents.

For the purpose of Board policies related to student behavior, all references to "parent"  include a parent, a legal guardian, a legal custodian or another caregiver adult authorized to  enroll a student under policy 4120, Domicile or Residence Requirements. 

C. APPLICABILITY 

Students must comply with the Code of Student Conduct in the following circumstances: 1. while in any school building or on any school premises before, during or after school  hours; 

2. while on any bus or other vehicle as part of any school activity; 

3. while waiting at any school bus stop; 

4. during any school-sponsored activity or extracurricular activity; 

5. when subject to the authority of school employees; and 

6. at any place or time when the student's behavior has or is reasonably expected to  have a direct and immediate impact on the orderly and efficient operation of the  schools or the safety of individuals in the school environment. 

D. CONSEQUENCES FOR VIOLATIONS 

Violations of the Code of Student Conduct must be dealt with in accordance with the  guidelines established in the school's behavior management plan (see policy 4302, School  Plan for Management of Student Behavior). 

1. Minor Violations 

Minor violations of the Code of Student Conduct are those less severe infractions  involving a lower degree of danger and harm. Examples of minor violations include,  but are not be limited to: 

a. the use of inappropriate or disrespectful language; 

b. noncompliance with a staff directive; 

c. dress code violations; and 

d. minor physical altercations that do not involve a weapon or an injury. 

Aggravating circumstances, however, may justify treating an otherwise minor  violation as a serious violation. 

Minor violations of the Code of Student Conduct may result in disciplinary measures  or responses up to and including short-term suspension. Further information  regarding the procedures for short-term suspensions is provided in policy 4351, Short Term Suspension. Other disciplinary measures or responses may include, but are not  limited to, the following: 

a. parental involvement, such as conferences; 

b. isolation or time-out for short periods of time; 

c. behavior improvement agreements; 

d. instruction in conflict resolution and anger management; 

e. peer mediation; 

                                  f. individual or small group sessions with the school counselor; 

                                  g. academic intervention;

                                  h. in-school suspension; 

                                  i. detention before and/or after school or on Saturday; 

                                  j. community service; 

                                  k. exclusion from graduation ceremonies; 

                                  l. exclusion from extracurricular activities; 

                                 m. suspension from bus privileges; and 

                                  n. placement in an alternative school. 

The parent or guardian is responsible for transportation that may be required to carry  out a consequence. With the exception of suspension from bus privileges, if a parent  or guardian is unable to provide transportation, another consequence will be  substituted. 

2. Serious Violations 

Serious violations of the Code of Student Conduct may result in any of the  consequences that may be imposed for minor violations. In addition, serious  violations that threaten to substantially disrupt the educational environment may result  in long-term suspension, and serious violations that threaten the safety of students,  school employees or school visitors may result in long-term suspension or  expulsion. Certain violations involving firearms or explosive devices may result in a  365-day suspension. Further information regarding the standards and procedures for  long-term suspensions, 365-day suspensions and expulsions is provided in  policies 4351, Short-Term Suspension, and 4353, Long-Term Suspension, 365-Day  Suspension, Expulsion. (See also policy 4333, Weapons, Bomb Threats, Terrorist  Threats and Clear Threats to Safety, for information regarding 365-day suspensions  for certain violations involving firearms or explosive devices.) 

The following violations will result in a 10-day suspension regardless of offense number 

   ∙ Assault on a faculty member, staff member, or volunteer 

∙ Assault on another student, including fighting 

∙ Bomb Threats 

∙ Threats against students, faculty, staff, or volunteers 

∙ Possession of a weapon or explosive device 

∙ Possession of drugs or alcohol 

∙ Distribution of drugs or alcohol 

E. ENFORCEMENT 

The superintendent is responsible for supervising the enforcement of the Code of Student      Conduct to ensure that school disciplinary policies are uniformly and fairly applied  throughout the school system. 

Students are required to comply with all school and district Student Behavior Policies. Students  who violate these policies may be suspended up to ten (10) days at the discretion of  administration. 

CELL PHONE POLICY

According to WCS POLICY CODE 3225/4312/7320: TECHNOLOGY RESPONSIBLE USE expectations, students are not to use personal devices, i.e. cell phones, headphones, smart watches,  during instructional time.  Students are expected to turn off devices during class and place them in their backpack.  Students who do not have a backpack should turn devices in to the teacher to be recovered at the end of class.  Students who do not comply with the policy will receive an immediate consequence.  

1st offense:  Warning & Parent Contact

2nd Offense:  3 days After School Detention

3rd Offense:  3 days OSS

 

POLICY CODE 4316: STUDENT DRESS CODE 

The board believes that the dress and personal appearance of students greatly affect their academic  performance and their interaction with other students. The board requests that parents outfit their  children in clothing that is conducive to learning. Generally, dress and grooming standards as  determined by the student and his or her parents will be deemed acceptable. However, the board  holds these expectations of all students: 

1. Clothing and appearance must be age appropriate, not disruptive to the teaching- learning  process and cannot be provocative, indecent, vulgar, or obscene. 

2. Hats, sweatbands, bandannas, or sunglasses will not be worn inside the school buildings. 

3. Shorts must be of adequate length to reach the ends of one's fingertips when the student  is standing and the arms are by one's sides. 

4. Skirts and dresses must be no higher than three (3) inches above the top of the knee.

5. Clothing will not be allowed which promotes alcoholic beverages, tobacco or the use of  controlled substances, depicts violence, profanity, vulgarity or obscenity, is of a sexual  nature, or is of a disruptive nature. 

6. Shirts and blouses must cover the waist and midriff and go past the waistline. Tank tops  or spaghetti-strap tops may not be worn as an outer garment. 

7. Footwear is required. Bedroom shoes are not allowed. Students in laboratory or shop  environments must wear closed-toe shoes. Students in physical education classes must wear  athletic shoes. Shoes that have laces must be laced and tied. 

8. Clothing is not to be sheer or mesh and cannot have excessive holes. 

9. Undergarments are not to be visible. 

10. Clothing must be worn appropriately (nothing inside-out or backwards, no rolled-up pant  legs or unfastened bibbed overalls, no sagging pants, belts must be buckled and worn at the  waistline, etc.). 

11. Clothing will not be allowed that is intentionally shredded or torn. 

12. Tight clothing, such as knit pants, spandex bicycle/biker pants, or overly tight pants, is  not allowed. 

13. Students shall not wear clothing articles with the intent to convey membership or  affiliation in a gang. 

14.  Hoods should not be worn on the head during the school day.  (School Policy)

15.  No holes above the knees on pants, skirts, dresses or leggings (School Policy). Opaque tights/leggings may be worn under pants to aid with compliance.

Reasonable accommodations will be made by the school principal or principal’s designee for those students who, because of a sincerely held religious belief, cultural heritage, or medical reason,  request a waiver of a particular guideline for dress or appearance. 

Before receiving disciplinary consequences, a student who is not in compliance with this policy or  a school dress code will be given a reasonable period of time to make adjustments so that he or  she will be in compliance. Disciplinary consequences for a student who fails to comply after being  offered this opportunity shall be consistent with Section 1.01 of policy 4300, Student Behavior  Policies. The superintendent or designee shall list in the Code of Student Conduct the specific  range of consequences that may be imposed on a student for violation of the dress code.