Campus Rules & Regulations

WHS Electronic Device/Cell Phone Policy

Before/After School (8-8:50 and 4:15) Free to use devices in cafeteria and downstairs main hall Keep at appropriate volume level for individual use ALL ear buds/headphones and electronic devices off and put away before entering class room

Classroom ALL items off and put away before entering class room Teacher discretion for instructional purposes. Must be teacher-managed and lesson-driven NOTE TO STUDENTS: Each teacher/classroom is different so all devices should be off and put away unless instructed by your teacher No earbuds/headphones No charging devices

Passing Period No use of devices No earbuds/headphones unless they are wired

Lunch No use of devices

Violation of WHS Electronic Device Policy (applies to ALL areas above)

1st Offense (District Policy) Device to front office Picked up by parent.

2nd Offense (District Policy) Device to front office Picked up by parent Lunch Detention  Documented in Skyward

3rd Offense (District Policy) Device to front office Picked up by parent Half-day of ISS and Parent meeting

4 or more offenses: Device to front office Picked up by parent Full-Day of ISS, Behavior Plan Temporary ban of the devise on Campus

 This policy takes into consideration safety and security issues regarding personal electronic devices and is in accordance with the PfISD personal electronics policy.  PfISD is not responsible for lost or stolen personal electronic devices.

Pflugerville ISD Dress Code 

Philosophy Pflugerville

ISD's student dress code supports equitable educational access and helps to create an inclusive community. To ensure effective and equitable enforcement of this dress code, school staff shall enforce the dress code consistently and in a manner that does not reinforce or increase marginalization or oppression of any group based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, immigration status, or any other basis prohibited by law, that adversely affects the student FFH(LOCAL).

Purpose

All students will dress in a way that is appropriate for the school day or any school-sponsored event. Students should dress in a manner that will not interfere with instruction. Student dress choices should respect the District's intent to sustain a community inclusive of a diverse range of identities. Choices regarding student attire for school are the responsibility of the student and their parent(s) or guardian(s). Any restrictions on the way a student dresses must be necessary to support the overall educational goals of the school and must be explained within this dress code. These dress code guidelines apply to regular school days, summer, and school-related events and activities, such as graduation ceremonies, field trips, and school trips. All students should dress comfortably for school and engage in the educational environment without fear of unnecessary discipline or body shaming. Students shall be dressed and groomed in a manner that will not be a health or safety hazard to themselves or others.

General Guidelines

Basic Principle: Certain body parts must be covered for all students at all times. Clothes must be worn in a way such that the abdomen, genitals, buttocks, and chest/breasts are fully covered with opaque fabric. All items listed in the "must wear" and "may wear" categories below must meet this basic principle. The student and parent may determine the student's dress and grooming standards provided it complies with the general guidelines set out below. 

1. Students Must Wear, as long as these items do not violate the basic principle above:

• A shirt (with fabric that touches the waistband in the front, back, and on the sides under the arms), AND
• Pants/jeans or the equivalent (for example, a skirt, sweatpants, leggings, a dress or shorts), AND
• Shoes.
• For safety reasons, athletic shoes featuring closed toes, sides, and heels, plus rubber soles with no cleats, elevation, or wheels, are suitable for Physical Education classes at all levels.

2. Student May Wear, as long as these items do not violate the basic principle above:

• Religious headwear, hats, and other head coverings. All headwear must allow for the face and ears (except for religious attire) to be visible to staff and not interfere with the line of sight or distract from the educational setting. Campus staff must be able to identify students in the classrooms and common areas.
• Fitted pants, including opaque leggings, yoga pants, and "skinny jeans." Ripped jeans, as long as underwear is not exposed. ● Tank tops, halter tops, and shirts with spaghetti straps
• Athletic attire
• Appropriate Sleepwear on designated campus days in compliance with guidelines stated within the Purpose & General Guidelines of the PfISD Dress Code.

3. Students Cannot Wear, regardless if it does not violate the basic principle above:

● Clothing with violent language or images.

● Images or language depicting drugs, alcohol, any illegal item or activity, or any other substance prohibited under FNCF(LEGAL).

● Clothing with hate speech, profanity, pornography.

● Clothing with images or language that creates a hostile or intimidating environment based on any protected class or marginalized groups.

● Any clothing that reveals visible undergarments (waistbands and straps excluded)

● Any shirt or dress that does not have straps.

● Hoods from a sweatshirt or coat that covers or obscures the face or ears in a manner that prevents the staff from EASILY identifying students for safety reasons.

● Swimsuits (except as required in a class, field trips, or athletic practice see "Extracurricular Activities")

● Accessories that could be considered dangerous or could be used as a weapon.

● Any item that obscures the face or ears (except as a religious observance).

 Extracurricular Activities

In cooperation with the sponsor, coach, or another person in charge of an extracurricular activity, the principal may regulate the dress and grooming of students who participate in the activity, except when it discriminates against a hair texture or protective hairstyle commonly or historically associated with race. The basic principle above shall be followed.

Dress Code Enforcement

To ensure effective and equitable enforcement of this dress code, school staff shall enforce the dress code consistently using the requirements below.

School administration and staff shall not have the discretion to vary the requirements in ways that lead to discriminatory enforcement. This includes discrimination against hair texture or protective hairstyle commonly or historically associated with race. Campuses may have a more restrictive dress code with approval from the Campus Advisory Council and their Supervisor/Assistant Superintendent as long as a more restrictive policy aligns with the "Purpose" defined in the policy. Any campus that modifies the District’s dress code must submit its written policy to the Supervisor/Assistant Superintendent and Student Affairs Office two weeks before the first day of school or before implementation. Additionally, the campus must work with the Communications Department to ensure their plan to inform parents, students, and the community is concise and clear.

Students who violate dress and grooming standards established for an extracurricular activity may be removed or excluded from the activity for a period determined by the principal or sponsor and may be subject to other disciplinary action, as specified in the Student Code of Conduct. [See FO series]

• Students will only be removed from spaces, hallways, or classrooms due to a dress code violation outlined within the “Basic Principle” and “Students Cannot Wear” sections of this code. Students in violation of the “Basic Principle” and “Students Cannot Wear” sections will be provided three (3) options to correct the dress code violation. Students will be asked to:

1. put on their alternative clothing if it is already available at school.
2. wear temporary school clothing that will be provided, for the remainder of the day. If necessary, students' parents may be called during the school day to bring alternative clothing for the student to wear for the remainder of the day.

• No student should be affected by dress code enforcement because of racial identity, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, cultural or religious identity, household income, body size/type, or body maturity. 4
• School staff shall not enforce the school's dress code more strictly against transgender and gender nonconforming students than other students.
• PfISD maintains that all students shall be treated with respect and dignity and shall not be publicly shamed or required to display their bodies in front of others (students, parents, or staff) in school. "Shaming" includes, but is not limited to:

1. kneeling or bending over to check attire fit;
2. measuring straps or skirt length;
3. asking students to account for their attire in the classroom or hallways in front of others;
4. calling out students in public or private spaces to include: in hallways, in offices, or classrooms about perceived dress code violations in front of others; in particular, directing students to correct sagged pants that do not expose the entire undergarment, or confronting students about visible bra straps, since visible waistbands and straps on undergarments are permitted; and,
5. accusing students of "distracting" other students with their clothing. Students who feel subject to discriminatory dress code enforcement should contact the campus Principal or the Student Affairs Office at (512) 594-0046.

Campus Options

Campuses may impose more prescriptive or standard dress code requirements, with review and approval by their Campus Advisory Council and Supervisor/Assistant Superintendent as long as the more prescriptive or standard dress code aligns with the "Purpose" defined in the policy.

Campuses may require a formal uniform with review and approval by their Campus Advisory Council and Supervisor/Assistant Superintendent and the board's approval—[See FNCA(LEGAL)].

Exceptions

.Exceptions to these dress requirements will be made as necessary to allow students to observe religious customs or beliefs and accommodate medical or health needs.

Weiss High School Grading Protocols for 2019-20

Assessment Category Weight  - 70%

Practice Category Weight -  30%

General Guidelines

No single grade can count more than 20% toward the overall average. Due to GPA/Class Rank implications, grading must be consistent across each PLC.  This includes, but is not limited to: the number of “Assessment” and “Practice” grades; make-up, retest or redo timelines; common assessments; etc.

Assignment of Grades – Grade Level

The teacher has the discretion to drop grades as long as minimums above are maintained and is consistent with members of the PLC. 

Timeliness of posting

• Teacher will update grades every week by Tuesday @ 4:30.
• It is HIGHLY advised that assessment grades delivered in the last three days of the grading period be counted in the NEXT grading period to avoid late work/retesting adjustments that may be necessary.

Retesting or Redoing

• Students scoring below “70” on an Assessment Grade must be allowed (or may be required) to redo the assignment/test (or similar) after completing prerequisite work. The higher grade, with a maximum of “70”, shall be recorded.
• Retesting/redoing should be completed within five school days (unless the teacher makes alternative provision for extenuating circumstances).  
• Students must be allowed to do re-takes on assessment grades below 70.
• Students may be allowed to do re-takes on assessment grades above 70. (PLC must be consistent)
• They may be allowed to do re-takes on any practice grade. (PLC must be consistent)

Late Work

• Students will be afforded opportunity to submit late work during each grading period.
• Late work submissions in this regard must be submitted by the end of the grading period, with the grading period defined as each 3 week segment in the year.
• In the event that students are assigned work in the last week of the grading period, students will have 5 school days from the original date of submission to complete the late work assignment.
• Late work submissions in this regard must be good-faith efforts at the assignment; trivial attempts at assignments will not be accepted or graded. The teacher will determine the worthiness of the late assignment submitted.
• A maximum penalty of 20% may be applied to late work.
• Extra credit assignments are NOT subject to this Late Work provision.

Transfer Grades

• Transfer grades shall be assigned proportionally to the time spent in each school/class.

UIL Eligibility

• All schools must check grades for all participants at the end of the first six weeks of school at which time students must have earned a passing grade (70 or above) in all classes.  From that point, grades are checked at the end of each three week grading period.
• A student who receives, at the end of any grading period (after the first six weeks of the school year), a grade below 70 in any class may not participate in extra-curricular activities for three school weeks.
• Students are eligible for one Pre-AP/AP waiver PER semester.
• Special note about incompletes:  A student with an incomplete grade is ineligible at the end of the 7-day grace period unless the incomplete is replaced with a passing grade PRIOR to the end of the 7-day grace period.  Students may regain eligibility if the work is made up in accordance with district policy in regards to time and conditions allowed for make-up work.  Students who have received a failing grade will be ineligible regardless of make-up work.

Exam Exemptions 11-12

Students in grades 11-12 who meet the criteria listed below may earn the opportunity to be exempt from one or more final exams. Students may earn exemptions by achieving strong course grades, good attendance and satisfying the College, Career, and/or Military Readiness criteria outlined below. 

Final Exam Definition:  A final exam is defined as the cumulative assessment for a semester course (at the end of the semester for .5 credit) and for a year-long course (at the end of the year for 1.0 credit courses).

Attendance: Attendance is considered individually for each course. An exemption from finals can be earned for each course taken. The decision to take an exemption(s) is up to each student. Individual students must maintain the following:

For Semester Courses:

1. Course grade of 90 or better and no more than 2 absences during the course OR
2. Course grade of 80 or better and no more than 1 absence during the course;

For Year-Long Courses:

1. Course grade of 90 or better and no more than 3 absences during the course OR
2. Course grade of 80 or better and no more than 2 absences during the course;

AND

3. Complete the ApplyTexas Application (Seniors Only);

AND

4. Complete the FAFSA or TAFSA (Seniors Only)

AND

5. Successfully satisfy at least one College-Ready, Career-Ready or Military Indicator (see next tab)