Student Handbook
- Administrative Staff
- Student Code of Conduct
- Annual Parent Notices (annual changes/updates)
- School Calendar
- District Mission
- District Vision
- School Mission
- School Vision
- Equal Educational Opportunity
- Skyward
- Grading Scale
- ParentSquare
- Volunteering
- Fees Assistance
- Daily Bell Schedule
- Even/Odd Calendar
- Requirements for Graduation
- Ninth Grade Center Discipline Plan
- Class Tardy Violations
- Attendance Expectations & Parent/Student Responsibilities
- Visitor Procedures
- Non-custodial Parents
- Student Led Conferences
- Bicycles and Non Licensed Motor Vehicles
- Entrance Procedures
- Withdrawal from School
- Safe School Alert Tip Reporting System
- Bus Transportation
- Here Comes the Bus
- Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up
- Student Driving/Parking Regulations
- Indiana Required and Recommended School Immunization
- Supply List
- Physical Education
- Public Displays of Affection
- Health Services
- Bookstore
- Lost and Found
- Emergency Drills
- Report Cards
- Honor Roll
- Clubs
- Honor Society
- Counseling Services
- Work Permits
- Lockers
- Restroom Usage
- Deliveries to Students
- Parent Communication During the School Day
- Social Media Guidelines
- MSD of Wayne Township Student Dress Guidelines
- Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center Personal Electronic Devices Guidelines
- MSD of Wayne Policy SEA 185 Wireless Communication Device Guidance
- Responsible Use of Technology
Administrative Staff
Mr. Dominic Day, Principal
dominic.day@wayne.k12.in.us
317-988-7530
Ms. Keshia Bell-Owen, Assistant Principal
keshia.bell@wayne.k12.in.us
317-988-7512
Mrs. Amy Keller , Assistant Principal
amy.keller@wayne.k12.in.us
317-988-7610
Mrs. Joni Nay, Student Services Director
joan.nay@wayne.k12.in.us
317-988-7607
Mr. Orlando Mason, Counselor
orlando.mason@wayne.k12.in.us
317-988-7507
Mrs. Alaysha Bails, Counselor
alaysha.patterson@wayne.k12.in.us
317-988-7608
For additional staff contact information, please see the Staff List on the NGC website. Additionally, Skyward or Parent Square will give you access to teacher emails.
Student Code of Conduct
Annual Parent Notices (annual changes/updates)
School Calendar
District Mission
District Vision
School Mission
All students at the Ninth Grade Center will experience a challenging academic environment in which they will learn content and skills that prepare them for an ever-changing world. Through implementation of high level academic and social supports, scholars will thrive and be on track to graduate. Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center staff are uniquely positioned to create an impactful year-long experience for all MSD Wayne Township students.
School Vision
Equal Educational Opportunity
Skyward
What is Skyward? Skyward is Wayne Township’s student data information system. In Skyward you will have the ability to see your student’s grades, attendance and more. If you have not already accessed Skyward, please call our office to obtain your login information.
Grading Scale
- All grades are documented in the Skyward Online gradebook.
- BDNGC institutes a 50% floor for grading students that make an academic attempt in various high school courses but fail to meet the standard. BDNGC does award a grade of 0 (zero) for instances where the scholar does not make an academic attempt and chooses to opt out of the learning process, therefore, not giving teachers an opportunity to assess student progress towards mastery of the given standard.
Standards-based | Scoring Guide | Value on a 4-Point Scale | Percent Based | Letter Grade | Description |
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Exemplary | 4 | 4.0 | 93-100 | A | The student demonstrates mastery of core content and targeted skills AND exhibits in-depth implementation and inferencing. |
3.67 | 90-92 | A- | |||
Proficient | 3 | 3.33 | 87-89 | B+ | The student demonstrates mastery of core content and targeted skills. • No major errors • Demonstrates more complex thought (synthesis, analysis). |
3.0 | 83-86 | B | |||
2.67 | 80-82 | B- | |||
Progressing | 2 | 2.33 | 77-79 | C+ | The student demonstrates basic mastery of core content and targeted skills. • No major errors • Knowledge is surface level |
2.0 | 73-76 | C | |||
1.7 | 70-72 | C- | |||
Unsatisfactory/In Danger of Failing | 1 | 1.0 | 60-69 | D | The student demonstrates partial mastery of core content and targeted skills. |
Failing | 0 | 0 | 50-59 | F | The student has yet to demonstrate mastery of core content or targeted skills. |
ParentSquare
MSD Wayne uses ParentSquare for school communication, primarily with email, text and app notifications. ParentSquare automatically generates an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number. We encourage parents to access their accounts by going to https://www.parentsquare.com/signin and using their Email or Cell Phone Number that is in Skyward.
Volunteering
Anyone who would like to volunteer in the MSD of Wayne Township must go through a background check. Start your background check here.
Fees Assistance
Daily Bell Schedule
Period | Start Time | End Time | Duration | |
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Staff PD | 7:35 | 8:15 | 0:40 | |
Arrival/Supervision/Breakfast | 8:15 | 8:30 | 0:15 | |
Impact/Announcements | 8:30 | 9:04 | 0:34 | |
Passing Period | 9:04 | 9:08 | 0:04 | |
1st Block 1/2 | 9:08 | 10:28 | 1:20 | |
Passing Period | 10:28 | 10:32 | 0:04 | |
2nd Block 3/4 | 10:32 | 12:32 | 2:00 | |
Lunch Shifts | Sem 1 | |||
Shift 1 | UN | 10:26 | 10:53 | 0:27 |
Shift 2 PE classes | PE | 10:28 | 10:56 | 0:28 |
Shift 3 | IM | 10:54 | 11:21 | 0:27 |
Shift 4 | Key | 10:57 | 11:24 | 0:27 |
Shift 5 | VC | 11:24 | 11:51 | 0:27 |
Shift 6 | WN | 11:26 | 11:53 | 0:27 |
Shift 7 | IN | 12:02 | 12:32 | 0:30 |
Shift 8 | AD | 12:05 | 12:32 | 0:27 |
Passing Period | 12:32 | 12:36 | 0:04 | |
3rd Block 5/6 | 12:36 | 1:56 | 1:20 | |
Passing Period | 1:56 | 2:00 | 0:04 | |
4th Block 7/8 | 2:00 | 3:20 | 1:20 | |
Dismissal/Supervision | 3:20 | 3:30 | 0:10 |
2 Hour Delay Bell Schedule
Period | Start Time | End Time | Duration | |
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Arrival/Supervision | 10:15 | 10:30 | 0:15 | |
1st Block 1/2 | 10:30 | 11:25 | 0:55 | |
Passing Period | 11:25 | 11:29 | 0:04 | |
2nd Block 3/4 | 11:29 | 1:25 | 1:56 | |
Lunch Shifts | Sem 1 | |||
Shift 1 | UN | 11:22 | 11:49 | 0:27 |
Shift 2 | PE | 11:27 | 11:54 | 0:27 |
Shift 3 | IM | 11:52 | 12:19 | 0:27 |
Shift 4 | Key | 11:56 | 12:23 | 0:27 |
Shift 5 | VC | 12:21 | 12:48 | 0:27 |
Shift 6 | WN | 12:24 | 12:51 | 0:27 |
Shift 7 PE Classes | IN | 12:55 | 1:25 | 0:30 |
Shift 8 | AD | 12:58 | 1:25 | 0:27 |
Passing Period | 1:25 | 1:29 | 0:04 | |
3rd Block 5/6 | 1:29 | 2:24 | 0:55 | |
Passing Period | 2:24 | 2:28 | 0:04 | |
4th Block 7/8 | 2:28 | 3:20 | 0:52 | |
Dismissal/Supervision | 3:20 | 3:30 | 0:10 |
Even/Odd Calendar
Requirements for Graduation
Indiana Core 40 Diploma Course Requirements
Effective beginning with students who enter high school in 2012-13 (Class of 2016)
Area | Credits |
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English/Language Arts | 8 credits |
Mathematics | 6 credits (in grades 9-12) 2 credits: Algebra 2 credits: Geometry 2 credits: Algebra II or complete Integrated math I, II and III for 6 credits *Class of 2016 and beyond - All students must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year |
Science | 6 credits 2 credits: Biology 2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics or Integrated Chemistry-Physics 2 credits: any Core 40 science course |
Social Studies | 6 credits 2 credits: US History 1 credits: US Government 1 credit: Economics 2 credits: World History or Geography/History of the World |
Directed Electives | 5 credits *World Languages, Fine Arts, Career/Technical |
Physical Education | 2 credits |
Health and Wellness | 1 credit |
Electives | 6 credits |
Total | 40 credits |
All of the above courses must be in the Student Curriculum handbook as Core 40 or Academic Honors Diploma approved and may be from regular, honors or AP level courses.
Indiana Core 40 with Academic Honors (minimum of 47 credits)
For the Core 40 with Academic Honors designation, students must:
- Complete all requirements for Core 40
- Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits
- Earn 6-8 Core 40 World Language credits (6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages)
- Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits
- Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma
- Have a grade point average of a “B” or better
- Complete one of the following:
- Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take the corresponding AP exams
- Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from priority course list
- Earn two of the following:
- A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the priority course list
- 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams
- 2 credits in IB standard level courses and corresponding IB exams
- Earn a composite score of 1250 or higher on the SAT and a minimum of 560 on math and 590 on the evidence based reading and writing section.
- Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section
- Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding IB exams
Indiana Core 40 with Technical Honors (minimum of 47 credits)
For the Core 40 with Technical Honors designation, students must:
- Complete all requirements for the Core 40
- Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following:
- Pathway designated industry-based certification or credential, or
- Pathway dual credits from the lists of priority courses resulting in 6 transcripted college credits
- Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma
- Have a grade point average of “B” or better
- Complete one of the following:
- Any one of the options (a-f) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors
- Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys: Workplace Documents - Level 6; Applied Mathematics - Level 6; and Graphic Literacy - Level 5
- Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing - 80; Reading - 90; Math - 75
- Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass: Algebra - 66; Writing - 70; Reading - 80
Indiana State Board of Education Graduation Pathways Panel
(Updated 11/12/2018)
The purpose for this Panel is to establish graduation pathway recommendations for the State Board Of Education that create an educated and talented workforce able not just to meet the needs of business and higher education, but able to succeed in all postsecondary endeavors. To account for the rapidly changing global economy, every K-12 student needs to be given the tools to succeed in some form of quality postsecondary education and training, including an industry recognized certificate program, an associate’s degree program, or a bachelor’s degree program.
These recommendations seek to ensure that every Hoosier student graduates from high school with 1) a broad awareness of an engagement with individual career interests and associated career options, 2) a strong foundation of academic and technical skills, and 3) demonstrable employability skills that lead directly to meaningful opportunities for postsecondary education, training, and gainful employment.
Students in the graduating class of 2023 must satisfy all three of the following Graduation Pathway Requirements by completing one of the associated Pathway Options:
Graduation Requirements | Graduation Pathway Options |
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1) High School Diploma | Meet the statutorily defined diploma credit and curricular requirements. |
2) Learn and Demonstrate Employability Skills (Students must complete at least one of the following) | Learn employability skills standards through locally developed programs. Employability skills are demonstrated by one the following:
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3) Postsecondary-Ready Competencies (Students must complete at least one of the following) |
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Ninth Grade Center Discipline Plan
The BD NGC discipline plan was developed to communicate the expectations of the school to parents and to students. A top priority is ensuring a school atmosphere which is conducive to student learning. Positive student behavior is critical to the overall academic and social development of the student as well as promoting an academic learning environment. Students subjected to disciplinary actions by either the school administration or the academic academies will be addressed according to this plan. The staff of the Ninth Grade Center reserves the right to deal with each student’s case according to individual situations before considering appropriate consequences. This plan is not intended to be the “last word” or “all-inclusive” concerning misbehaviors or penalties, but it is a conscientious attempt to deal fairly and consistently with students. In cases involving expulsion, the Student Due Process Regulation will be followed.
Class Tardy Violations
In order to maximize instructional time, students are expected to arrive to all classes before the bell rings. If a student is not in the classroom when the bell rings, they will be counted late/tardy by their teacher. Tardies will accumulate on a semester basis,and the number of tardies that a student accumulates during the first semester will not carry over to the second semester.
For 5, 10 and 15 tardies: Discipline secretary will notify parent/guardian via email and phone call. At 20+, the administrator will notify the parent/guardian. Teachers are expected to communicate with parents/guardians of any habitual tardiness to their respective classes.
Tardy number | Consequences and Actions |
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3 Tardies | Warning via email, text and/or call to parent and/or guardian |
5 Tardies | Lunch detention |
10 Tardies | Evening School (Thursday, some Tuesdays at the end of each semester) |
15 Tardies | Evening School (Thursday, some Tuesdays at the end of each semester) |
20 Tardies or more | Administrator Discretion - TDC, ISS, OSS, etc. |
25 Tardies or more | Administrator Discretion - TDC, ISS, OSS, etc. |
30 tardies or more | OSS and/or Possible Alternative Placement |
Hall Freezes
Throughout the year, administrators will do periodic building-wide checks to ensure that all students are in class on time. Any student not in class by the time the bell rings will be sent to the main office and immediately assigned a detention. The student will receive a notice of this detention.
Categories of Violations
Minor Violations
Minor violations will be enforced by each academic academy with a progression to the administrative level for repeat offenders. These will usually result in the student receiving an after-school academy detention. The student will be notified of the detention by their Impact period teacher and the student will contact their parent/guardian to notify them of the detention during Impact period. An academy teacher will contact the parent/guardian to schedule a conference after five academy detentions. Students that fail to serve an academy detention will receive a suspension. Progressive discipline will be used for repeat offenders, resulting in additional consequences. All after-school detentions will be documented in the student’s disciplinary record. The chart below gives some examples:
Behavior/Violation | Consequence |
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Disruptive conduct | Administration will assign an appropriate consequence for these behaviors from the following list of consequences:
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Failure to follow teacher instructions | |
Inappropriate language/behavior; display of affection | |
Minor disrespect | |
Failure to follow class policy/procedure | |
In unauthorized area | |
Food or drink in a classroom or hallway |
Academy After School Detentions are located in one of the academy teacher’s classrooms on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays after school from 3:30-5:00 pm. Lunch detentions occur during a student’s scheduled lunch times. Admin-assigned after school detentions also occur from 3:30-5:00 pm but are in a designated location (main office, cafeteria, etc)
Major Violations
Major violations will be enforced by the school’s administrators and documented on a referral form and are also progressive for repeat offenders resulting in alternative placement. Any time a student’s manner of behavior disrupts the normal educational process, disciplinary action will be taken. Administrators consider each incident on an individual basis when assigning school consequences. Ultimately, consequences will depend on the nature of the offense and the circumstances surrounding the offense as well as the student. Progressive discipline is used as students accumulate referrals. Students with first and/or second occurrences in multiple areas could receive up to ten days OSS (Out of School) and a recommendation for expulsion/alternative placement. In cases involving expulsion, the Student Due Process Regulations will be followed. The chart below gives some examples:
Offense/Violation | Possible Consequence(s) |
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Possession of lighter/matches/tobacco products | Administration will assign an appropriate consequence for these behaviors from the following list of consequences:
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Harassment & bullying/intimidation | |
Fighting/scuffling | |
Theft/Vandalism | |
Possession/under the influence of drugs/alcohol | |
Selling/distribution of controlled substance and/or substance look-alikes | |
Possession or use of firecrackers, smoke bombs, or other explosive devices | |
Possession of a weapon | |
Horseplay/behaving in a manner that can cause injury | |
Inappropriate bus behavior | |
Unauthorized use of electronic devices | |
Profanity directed towards students or staff | |
Illegal behavior | |
Throwing food/trash | |
Cutting class or confirmed truancy | |
Falsifying notes, passes, etc. | |
Significant disrespect of staff | |
Failure to serve assigned consequences (detention, etc.) | |
Insubordination/defiance | |
Leaving school without permission/truancy | |
Off-limits or out of assigned area |
Bullying
According to Indiana’s bullying legislation, “bullying” means overt, repeated acts or gestures, including: verbal or written communications transmitted; physical acts committed; any behaviors committed by a student or group of students against another student with the intent to harass, ridicule, humiliate, intimidate, or harm the other student.
Bullying is not accepted or tolerated at NGC. This applies when the student is: a) on school grounds immediately before or during school hours, immediately after school hours, or at any other time when the school is being used by a school group, b) off school groups at a school activity, function, or event, c) traveling to or from school or a school activity, function, or event; or d) using property or equipment provided by the school. It is our expectation that bullying should be reported immediately to teachers, counselors, and/or administrators. If parents are aware of bullying, they should contact an administrator immediately. Consequences for bullying will include the full range of disciplinary actions, up to and including expulsion.
Drug Testing
The use of illegal drugs, vaping, juuling, alcohol or tobacco is prohibited. Students may be tested through voluntary testing, which requires parent/guardian permission, or required testing based on individualized, reasonable suspicion. Voluntary testing may be requested when a student violates certain rules or if the student is having significant trouble with grades or attendance. “Individualized reasonable suspicion” exists when specific and articulable facts, give rise to a reasonable belief that, at the time the drug test would be administered, the test would show that the student had used drug(s), alcohol or tobacco in violation of Indiana or Federal Law or MSD of Wayne Township Student Conduct Rules.
Substances for which students may be tested include illegal drugs, prescription drugs, alcohol, tobacco and substances that mask the presence of or block the detection of another substance. The use of a “blocking agent” is an expellable offense. The refusal to provide a specimen is a violation and will have the same consequences as a positive test. The results of voluntary testing will be reported to the district testing coordinator who will notify the parent/guardian of the results. If the test results are positive, the testing coordinator will work with the parent/guardian to find appropriate assistance for the student. The consequences of a confirmed, positive, required test shall be consistent with the Student Code of Conduct.
The Ben Davis NGC is a smoke free/vape free campus for both adults and students.
Locker Searches
Throughout the school year police dogs will be brought in periodically to search all of the student lockers for narcotics. During the search, the students will be secured in the classrooms. When the narcotics dog identifies a bank of lockers (usually three at a time) the administrators present will get all three students out of class and search their lockers, their bags, and their person. After the search has been completed, students will be given an opportunity to contact their parent/guardian.
Attendance Expectations & Parent/Student Responsibilities
- The parent/guardian must call in the absence at (317) 988-7600 before 11:00 a.m.
- The Parent/guardian will be contacted for any students who we do not receive a call for at 11:00 a.m.
- When possible, a truancy officer will be sent out periodically. I
- n order to verify a student's absence and keep them in good standing, a parent should send documentation verifying the student's absence (such as a doctor's note) with the student the day they return to school. Our fax number is (317) 988-7698.
- All written documentation (medical or otherwise) to excuse absences must be submitted to the attendance secretary in the main office. If no documentation is received, the absence will remain unexcused.
- Any student that arrives after 8:30 a.m. with no written documentation will be counted tardy and must check in at the 1st floor main office before reporting to class. Students will be assigned disciplinary consequences for excessive AM tardies to school.
The attendance consequences for students with an excessive amount of unexcused AM tardies or absences are as follows:
- Restriction from gaining a driver’s license or invalidation of a driver’s license
- Lunch detention
- In-School suspension
- Restriction from participating in or attendance at extracurricular events
- Truancy office sent to home with a legal notice Referral to Truancy Court Referral of parent/guardian to court for educational neglect
- Removal from Ben Davis 9th Grade Center and placement in an alternative school setting.
AM Tardy Policy (Late arrival to School, Impact Period)
- All AM tardies when a student signs in late in the main office are considered unexcused UNLESS:
- A parent/guardian comes in and signs them in or calls the office prior to arrival
- The student provides medical documentation that excuses the late arrival
- Five unexcused AM tardies are permissible for illness, missing the bus, or extreme circumstances. Anything over FOUR is considered excessive.
- After FIVE (5) unexcused AM tardies students will be assigned a lunch detention, after school detention or any other appropriate consequence (depending on the situation)
- See attendance procedures for students with excessive absences above.
Consequences and School Actions:
- The attendance procedures for students with an excessive amount of absences can be as follows:
- Restrictions from obtaining or the invalidation of Driver’s License.
- Lunch detentions, after-school detentions, in-school suspensions.
- Removal of school-related privileges such as attendance at extracurricular events (sports, dances, etc).
- Formal referral to truancy court.
- Referral of parent/guardian to Connections Court
- Referral of parent/guardian to the Department of Child & Family Services (DCS).
- Placement in an alternative school setting.
Visitor Procedures
For safety reasons, students are not permitted to bring visitors to school. We encourage parents to visit the school as the NGC staff highly values parent involvement. We do not allow visitors, including parents/guardians, to enter our cafeteria during lunchtime. All visitors must be listed on the student’s contact list and will be asked to sign a form in the first floor office each time they visit. The form provides guidelines that will help visitors make the most of their visit while allowing the day to be productive and the best learning environment for all students. Visitors who fail to follow these guidelines will be asked to leave the building. All classroom visits need to be approved by an administrator.
- Upon entering you will need to check at the front desk, sign in, provide a picture ID and receive a visitor’s pass.
- Cell phones are to be turned off while in the building.
- Please respect that teachers have a large, busy job to do every day. On average, a teacher is responsible for over 175 students.
- If you have a concern, or would like a conference, make an appointment, and teachers or administrators will be happy to meet with you and help any way they can.
- No taping or recording is permitted on school premises without the permission of the principal and the parent/guardian of any student that is being recorded.
- If you are here to attend a class, please sit in the rear of the room quietly and observe. We ask that you do not interact with the students or teacher while in the classroom as this can distract the students from their learning goals for the day.
- Gifts, flowers, balloons, food, etc. will not be delivered to students during the school day. Please do not make arrangements to have such items delivered to the school.
Appointments for conferences or meetings can be made by contacting the Academy Leader for your child’s Academy. A list of phone numbers and email addresses for all teachers may be obtained in the main office or on our school website.
Non-custodial Parents
Indiana and federal law, as well as school district policy, presumes that a student’s non-custodial parent has not lost his or her parental rights. These rights include the ability to access the student’s records, participate in parent-teacher conferences, and pick a student up from school at dismissal or for an appointment. If a custodial parent has a current court order that specifically limits a non-custodial parent’s participation in school activities or access to the student at school, the custodial parent should present the court order to the principal of the school the student attends, and supplement if modified by the court. Preferences of a custodial parent not supported by a court order cannot be enforced. If a request for a court order is pending, the custodial parent should meet with the principal of the student’s school to explain any circumstances that may result in harm to the student.
Student Led Conferences
In October, all parents/guardians will be contacted by their students or the teachers to schedule a Student Led Conference. The Student Led Conference is a conference with the parent/guardian, the student and one staff member from the school. The conference will be led by the student and facilitated by the staff member. The student will prepare a portfolio of school projects and assignments along with his/her report card to lead the parent/guardian through a review of the student’s progress in the school year so far. Students will show work from all of their classes and discuss additional academic issues such as strengths, challenges, and goals for the remainder of the school year. The Student Led Conference promotes the responsibility of the student to be accountable and aware of his/her learning and to share that information with the parent/guardian.
Bicycles and Non Licensed Motor Vehicles
Students may ride bicycles to school. Students must comply with state law (IC 9-21-11) that governs operating a bicycle. Students are to use the designated roadways as stipulated by law. Students may not ride their bicycles in the bus parking lot. Students are to use the bike racks located at the southeast corner of BDHS to secure their bikes. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen bikes. Students may not ride skateboards or electric scooters on campus and must gain administrative approval for all other non licensed motor vehicle forms of transportation.
Entrance Procedures
All students play a role in school safety. In accordance with MSD School Board Policy C625, the NGC, along with BDHS, will be conducting random searches of bags and utilizing our walk-through metal detectors intermittently throughout the school year.
- All students will enter through Door 5, the main entrance to Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center.
- All students may be subject to metal detection (walk-through unit or handheld wands) pursuant to MSD School Board Policy C625.
- Students will be identified at random as they enter door 5 of the NGC. Students directed to the search area will:
- Empty out their pockets and place items into a small bowl
- Place personal items (bag, chromebook, purse, etc.) on the table and unzip their bag(s)
- Belts, Shoes, and Small Jewelry will NOT be removed
- An alarm indicator from the metal detector will result in a progressive search until the reason for the alarm is discovered.
- Refusal to participate in the metal detector screening process will be considered grounds for disciplinary action.
- Students diverted for metal detector screening are expected to proceed through the screening process, avoiding or fleeing the screening location will be sufficient to prompt an immediate search of the person and their belongings.
- Student entry through a locked door is a school safety and security threat and will be grounds for disciplinary action.
Withdrawal from School
Before withdrawing from school, a parent/guardian will need to see the student services secretary so that your transcripts and records can be completed for your next school. All materials and books must be returned and all fees paid before records are forwarded to the next school. Additionally, the transferring school will be required to confirm your student’s attendance within two weeks. If this does not occur, your child will be reported to the Missing and Exploited Children’s Bureau.
Safe School Alert Tip Reporting System
This system allows you to quickly, easily, and anonymously report safety concerns to school officials 24/7/365. If you are in immediate danger or your tip is in regards to a life-threatening emergency, call 911!
School Code: 1866
Website: https://wayne-in.safeschoolsalert.com/
Call: (317) 988-7722
Text: (317) 653-6815
Email: 1866@ALERT1.US
Bus Transportation
Transportation by school buses to and from school is a privilege. Students who ride on the bus are under the supervision of the driver. If you fail to conduct yourself in an appropriate manner, you can be denied transportation services for a period of time. Riding on the school bus with a friend is not permitted. Parents that have a need for alternate transportation on a regular basis should speak with an administrator.Bus route information will not be mailed home. You may find your student’s route by checking the Wayne Township Transportation Website. For transportation and bus related questions, please call the district transportation office at 317-988-6375.
Here Comes the Bus
Here Comes the Bus is FREE! Download the app from the App Store or Google Play from your smartphone. Sign up and you will know exactly where your child’s bus is. You can even receive alerts when it is near your home.
What you’ll need:
- School Code: 75632
- Active Email Address
- School assigned student ID number (this may be found on Skyward)
- Smartphone or Computer
Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up
When dropping off or picking up students during the school day, parents/guardians must enter the Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center through the main entrance at the street light in front of the Ben Davis High School. This is the only entrance open from 8:45am -3:20pm. All parents/guardians must show ID when meeting with or picking up their child during school hours. Any other visitor must be listed on the student’s contacts in order to see or pick up the student. Before and after school, parents/guardians should enter NGC at the first drive north of 10th Street on Girls School Road. This is BD Giants Boulevard. Parents/Guardians should follow this street alongside the tennis courts and drop-off or pick-up students at the southeast corner of the NGC or you may use the circle drive if the gates are open to drop-off or pick-up your child at the NGC main entrance (Door 5). Students should be picked up during and after school by a parent/guardian or member of the student’s emergency contact list. All other care rider arrangements should be pre-approved by an administrator. Third party car services such as ridesharing services (Uber, Lyft, etc.) are not permitted to pick students up from school.
Student Driving/Parking Regulations
Indiana Required and Recommended School Immunization
Supply List
The majority of our student’s work will be done on their Chromebooks. The most important item for them to have each day is a fully charged Chromebook. Students are highly encouraged to have their Chromebook charger with them each day. Students should take good care of their Chromebooks by keeping them out of reach of younger siblings and pets. Teachers will explain the procedure for reporting malfunctioning or broken Chromebooks. Below are suggested supplies that will be helpful for each student to have:
- Backpack Pocket
- Folders for organizing
- Binder for organizing
- Pen/pencils
- Spiral Notebook or Notebook Paper
- Corded Headphones (to be used with teacher permission when used for assignments, Bluetooth and AirPods are NOT allowed in the classrooms)
- Texas Instrument 30Xa Scientific Calculator Algebra II Honors: Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator
Physical Education
PE uniforms are optional. If you would like to purchase a uniform. Students are EXPECTED to have a change of clothes for PE. Students MAY NOT wear clothes worn to school during PE class. Appropriate clothing includes loose fitting T-shirts with sleeves, no inappropriate slogans/words, no V-necks, proper athletics shorts and shoes. NO spandex please.
Public Displays of Affection
Health Services
The school nurse is on duty in the clinic during the school day. If the student becomes ill, the student should ask for permission to visit the nurse. If the nurse recommends the student should go home then the nurse will contact the parent/guardian to make arrangements. The parent/guardian will report to the main office in order to sign the student out of school.
Bookstore
Pencils, pens, Chromebook chargers and other basic supplies are available for purchase. The bookstore will be open periodically throughout the school year during arrival, dismissal and at lunch times. Non-athletic extracurricular payments are made through the Bookstore. Athletic payments must be processed through the Athletic Office at (317) 988-7182. All book rental charges and associated fees are processed through Wayne Township Business office at (317) 988-8620.
Lost and Found
Any items that you bring to school are at your own risk. The school does not ensure or replace items that are lost, broken or stolen. If you have had an item lost or stolen, you should report this to the main office and complete a statement so that an administrator is aware and can investigate situations as needed. The main Lost and Found is located in the cafeteria. Items are also turned into the first floor main office desk.
Emergency Drills
Fire, tornado, intruder, and earthquake drills are held regularly throughout the school year. These develop safety practices that will help you move quickly and orderly to safe areas during an emergency. Rules are posted in each classroom and teachers will review the procedures with students prior to each drill. It is important that students behave and follow all staff instructions during any drill. The school takes the safety of students very seriously and any disruptions that occur during this time will result in consequences up to and including arrest and expulsion.
Report Cards
Honor Roll
Clubs
Clubs are offered throughout the school year. A list of offered clubs can be found here.
Honor Society
Membership in Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center’s Honor Society is an honor bestowed upon selected students. To be eligible for membership the candidates must have a cumulative unweighted grade point average of 3.5 or above. Candidates will also be evaluated on the basis of leadership, citizenship, and character. The selection of each member will be initially decided by the academy teachers with final determinations being made by the honor society sponsor and the principal. Once the students have been notified of their nomination, they must complete 6 hours of community service by the due date specified to them in order to be officially inducted into the NGC Honor Society which occurs at a special ceremony. Once selected, members have the responsibility to continue to demonstrate outstanding scholarship, citizenship, character, and leadership qualities. Please note that the NGC Honor Society is not a part of the National Honor Society whose rules only allow students in grades 10-12 to retain membership. The opportunity to be a part of the National Honor Society will not be provided until their sophomore year of high school. Failure to be in the NGC Honor Society does not inhibit a student’s ability to be in the National Honor Society at a later time.
Counseling Services
Counseling services are available and offered to all students. Counselors will assist with academic, behavioral, career, personal, and social needs. If a student needs to see a counselor, he/she should complete a request form and turn it into the office on the appropriate floor. If it is an emergency, the student needs to make the office staff aware and the student may wait to see his/her assigned counselor or an available counselor. Wayne Township has contracted with Cummins Mental Health Services. A mental health therapist will be stationed at the Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center for students and families who have appropriate means to obtain those services.
Work Permits
Effective July 2021, Indiana has eliminated work permits completely, and now requires all employers with five or more minor employees (under age 18) to begin using the Indiana Department of Labor’s Youth Employment System (YES) to track and report minor-employee information. Indiana Code 22-2-18.1-26 sets new requirements that no longer require employers to secure a work permit from a minor employee through their school. However, any Indiana employer who employs five or more minor employees must register themselves as a youth employer, and provide information about their minor employees. Teen work hours: https://www.in.gov/dol/files/hrposter.pdf
Lockers
Student Locker Rules and Regulations - English
Student Locker Rules and Regulations - Spanish
Students that would like to have a locker assigned to them to use will be able to request one from a link posted in Canvas. A student should not share lockers or tell others his/her locker combination; this prevents items from being taken or stolen. For safety reasons, a student must have permission from a staff member or be accompanied by an adult to use his/her locker before 8:15 am or after 3:30pm. Lockers will be checked and cleaned periodically. There should be no food or beverages left in a locker. Problems with your locker?Use the Locker Help link in Canvas, or alert your Impact Teacher.
Throughout the school year police dogs may be brought in periodically to search all of the student lockers for narcotics. During the search, the students will be secured in the classrooms. When the narcotics dog identifies a bank of lockers (usually three at a time) the administrators present will get all three students out of class and search their lockers, their bags, and their person. After the search has been completed, students will be given an opportunity to contact their parent/guardian.
Restroom Usage
It is the procedure of NGC that students should use the restroom during their passing periods. However, we acknowledge that emergencies arise and students will be allowed to go to the restroom in the case of a stated emergency. Excessive use of the restroom will require a parent/guardian conference so that an individualized restroom plan can be devised and implemented. (Teachers and academies may establish additional rules for restroom usage.)
Deliveries to Students
Parent Communication During the School Day
Any student who needs to make a call during the day can do so in the office or with the permission of a teacher, on a classroom phone. Parents/guardians may call the office, 317-988-7500, if they wish to get a message to their student. The message will be delivered as soon as possible, at an appropriate time.
Social Media Guidelines
Social media is user-created online content designed in a collaborative environment where users share opinions, knowledge, and information with each other. Tools include, but are not limited to:
- Blogs
- Messaging Applications
- Wikis (wikispaces, google sites, etc.)
- Social Networking Sites (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
- Photo and Video sharing sites (YouTube, SnapChat, etc.)
- Social Bookmarking
- Podcasting and Vodcasting
- Interactive Online games
Students with personal online presence should be mindful of the information that they post. Online behavior should reflect the same standards of honesty, respect, and consideration that is used face-to-face. Even if information is deleted, it still may be stored on a site’s server for a longer period of time. Students should know that content generated by them could reflect positively or negatively on the School District or themselves. Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the appropriate security settings for any social media that they use.
It is also important to keep in mind that even if one’s privacy settings are set properly, it is still possible for anyone to see the student’s online content, regardless of whether the student intended for content to be seen. For example, if one enables settings such as Facebook’s ability to allow “friends of friends” to view one’s content, it is extremely likely that unintended viewers will have access to photos and other personal content.
Intentional, knowing, and reckless or negligent violations of the personal responsibility policy (outlined above) may result in denial of further access to school-issued technology (or personal technology use on campus), suspension or expulsion of students or other disciplinary actions. You are responsible for your account. Anyone else posting under your name is your responsibility.
A user observing or learning of a violation of this policy is required to report the violation of the Policy to the school administration, counselor, security officer, or a teacher.
MSD of Wayne Township Student Dress Guidelines
The Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township is committed to providing an environment that is the most beneficial for student’s safety and learning. A broad-based committee of parents, teachers, students and administrators developed the following guidelines which were approved by the Wayne Township School Board. They were designed to reflect Wayne Township’s Community Values. These guidelines are consistent with the Student Code of Conduct Rules for the MSD of Wayne Township.
No article of clothing, tattoo, or accessory may contain language or graphic representations depicting or promoting the use of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, showing gang affiliation or encouraging gang activity, violence, or sexual activity. These guidelines are provided to assist students and their families in recognizing what is acceptable in Wayne Township schools. Please contact your student’s principal for further clarification and requests for special circumstance exemptions.
Shirts / Tops
All shirts or tops must “cover” the underarm, chest, shoulders (no spaghetti straps), stomach, and back.
Pants, Skirts, Shorts
All articles of clothing on the lower torso must rest naturally at the top of the hip to ensure that undergarments are not visible in the standing or sitting position. Shorts and skirts must be mid thigh/fingertip in length when a student’s arms are comfortably at his/her side. Clothing which is primarily constructed of spandex, spandex type, or other excessively tight material is not permitted as an outer garment, unless it is covered by acceptable clothing at the mid thigh/fingertip length. Pajamas are not permitted. Any holes in the clothing above fingertip length must be covered with tape or other materials.
Shoes
Footwear must be worn in school at all times. House shoes and house slippers are not permitted. At the elementary level, shoes should be appropriate for recess and student safety should be a consideration. Excessively loose shoes or shoes that pose a tripping hazard should be avoided.
Jackets / Coats
Jackets are permitted to be worn in the school during the instructional day. Heavy coats designed for frigid temperatures and/or excessively large coats are not permitted.
Headwear and Glasses
Sunglasses shall not be worn in the buildings. Head coverings will not be permitted during the school day. Students may appropriately use articles (barrettes, bandanas, headbands, scarves) designed to pull or hold hair.
Hair / Facial Jewelry
Student’s hair, jewelry, or other accessories should not interfere with the educational environment of the school or safety of each student.
Book bags / Backpacks
Book bags and backpacks are permitted in school. Excessively large bags and bags with rollers may be restricted during the school day.
Undergarments / See-Through Materials
Undergarments are not to be visible at any time. Outer garments are to be worn in a manner which will cover up all undergarments. See-through materials do not constitute “cover.”
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of prohibited items. Clothing, accessories, and other items deemed disruptive, offensive, or contrary to the school’s mission by the school administration may be prohibited.
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center Personal Electronic Devices Guidelines
- Users of the wi-fi network have filtered internet access just as they would on a district-owned device.
- Wayne Township high schools offer many educational resources via the internet. These resources can be accessed anytime and anywhere students have access to the internet; therefore, learning is extended beyond the traditional classroom.
- Students may bring their own laptop to school to be utilized in the classroom at the discretion of the teacher. By connecting to the schools’ wi-fi, users accepts the terms of the MSD of Wayne Township’s Responsible Use Policy (RUP) located on the district website
- Students are expected to exhibit digital responsibility/citizenship and follow the Responsible Use Policy while using personal or district-owned devices.
- Students will log onto the wi-fi network by using their district-provided username and password.
Device Responsibility
- Students are expected to connect to the filtered wi-fi while on campus.
- The laptop students bring to school are their sole responsibility.
- The district assumes no responsibility for personal devices if they are lost, loaned, damaged, or stolen. Only limited time or resources will be spent trying to locate stolen or lost items.
- Personal devices may be subject to investigation in accordance with district policy.
- Students are to keep their devices secure at all times and not loan them to others.
- Audible use of devices is not permissible unless authorized by a staff member.
- Students are expected to arrive on campus with fully charged devices.
- Students must follow school procedures for reporting illness, early dismissal, and other forms of communication home.
Appropriate Student Use
As with any tool, there are appropriate places and times for the use of devices while at school. Staff members have the right to prohibit use of devices at certain times or during designated activities (i.e. testing, campus presentations, theatrical performances, or guest speakers).
Assessment Practices
Students are prohibited from having a personal electronic device during standardized assessments.
Tips for Success
- Clearly label all devices and power cords with the student's name.
- Set a password or passcode on the device.
- Bring devices to school fully charged and in good working order.
- Silence devices during the school day.
- Bring corded headphones to use with devices.
- Record the serial number and model information at home.
- Follow direct instructions from staff regarding usage.
MSD of Wayne Policy SEA 185 Wireless Communication Device Guidance
Ben Davis High School Ninth Grade Center is uniquely positioned to onboard students to credit-bearing courses while supporting students as they transition to the rest of the high school experience.
9th Grade Student Responsibilities: Students will bring their charged district issued communication devices (IPads in K-2 and Chromebooks in 3-12) to class daily. Students will secure silenced, personal WCDs in a backpack or locker unless used during passing periods and lunch. Recording devices must not be used inappropriately, and unauthorized recordings may lead to disciplinary action. At no time are students to take a picture or video of an individual during the school day without the permission of that individual or the school, unless directed to do so by a teacher as part of the curriculum or for use in a school publication. Devices are not to be out for any reason in any area where there is an expectation of privacy (i.e. locker room, bathroom).
By the time students reach Ben Davis High School or Ben Davis University High School, they are expected to demonstrate a high level of responsibility and maturity in managing their electronic device usage. While devices are permitted for educational purposes, students are entrusted with greater freedom to utilize them responsibly, preparing them for the realities of the digital world of higher education and the workforce.
Responsible Use of Technology
1. Statement of District Policy.
The MSD of Wayne Township believes accessing content on the Internet is essential to fully prepare students for their careers and life. The goal in providing access to the internet and other technology to staff and students is to promote educational excellence by facilitating collaboration, innovation, and communication. The District believes in freedom and self-regulation and encourages students and staff to use the Internet and technology responsibly. The use of the Internet and technology is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use may result in a cancellation of some or all privileges. The District reserves the right to read, print, delete, store, or use any transmission on this system at its discretion and grants permission to use this system for educational purposes only.
2. Scope of this Policy. This Policy applies to all technology provided by the District as well as the personal devices of students and employees (collectively "Users"). This includes, but is not limited to, telephones, cellular devices, digital media players, tablets, laptop and desktop computers and workstations, direct radio communication, Internet access, voice mail, e-mail, text messaging, facsimile transmission and receipt, and any computer based research and/ or communication.
3. Definition of Terms Used in this Policy. As used in this Policy: “Confidential information” means information that is declared or permitted to be treated as confidential by state or federal law or District Policy on access to public records. “Proprietary information” means information in which a person or entity has a recognized property interest such as a copyright. "Personal device" includes cell phones, smart phones, laptops, tablets, handhelds or any other device that is not the property of the District but is used at school or a school activity, or connected to District technology by a wired or wireless link. “Technology" means computers and computer systems, public and private networks such as the Internet, phone networks, cable networks, voice mail, e- mail, telephone systems, copiers, fax machines, audio-visual systems, cellular devices, , ,tablets, laptop and desktop computers, direct radio communications, text messaging, and similar equipment as may become available. “User” means a District employee, student, volunteer or other person authorized to use District technology.
4. Violation of this Policy. a. Violations of this Policy may result in denial of further access to technology, suspension or expulsion of students, and discipline of employees including suspension or termination of employment. Such a violation by a person affiliated with a contractor or subcontractor rendering services to the District may result in cancellation of the contract of the contractor or sub-contractor. b. A user observing or learning of a violation of this policy is required to report the violation of this Policy to the user's immediate supervisor (for employees or volunteers),or to a teacher (for students).
5. Ownership of District Technology & Information. The technology provided by the District and all information stored by that technology is at all times the property of the District. Documents and other works created or stored on the District technology are the property of the District and are not the private property of the user. This includes all information created using technology and/or placed on a website, blog and/or other storage device.
6. Access to Information and Investigation of Potential Policy Violations.
a. Users shall not have an expectation of privacy in any use of District technology or the content of any communication using that technology, and the IT Services Staff or a designee may monitor their use of technology without notice to them, and examine all system activities the user participates in including but not limited to, e-mail, recorded voice and video transmissions, to ensure proper and responsible use of the District’s technology. Monitoring shall include the use of voice- mail but shall not include monitoring a live communication between two or more parties unless at least one user is aware of the monitoring. In addition, use of District technology may be subject to production pursuant to the Indiana Access to Public Records Act, Ind. Code 5-14-3.
b. A user’s history of use and all data stored on or sent to or from District technology shall at all times be subject to inspection by the IT Services Staff or a designee without notice to the user before or after the inspection.
c. If IT Services Staff has reasonable suspicion to believe a user has violated this policy or additional District rules, the IT Services Staff or a designee may investigate to determine if a violation has occurred. If the investigation is not conducted by the IT the results of the investigation shall be reported to the IT Services Staff by e-mail or in person, and the IT Services Staff shall take appropriate action.
d. A decision by IT Services Staff in response to an investigated allegation of a violation of this policy or additional District rules may be appealed in writing to the Superintendent whose decision concerning continued access to District technology and any other penalty shall be final.
7. Conditions and Standards for Responsible Use of Technology.
a. Responsible use of technology is ethical, academically honest, respectful of the rights of others, and consistent with the District’s mission. Technology should be used by students to learn and communicate in correlation with the curriculum while under a teacher or supervisor’s direction. Student owned personal devices and District technology shall be used by students under teacher supervision with the purpose of improving instruction and student learning.
b. Users will become familiar with and comply with all expectations of the District for the responsible use of District technology as communicated in school handbooks, school District policy, and other communications and standards concerning the use of District technology.
c. Users must respect and protect the privacy and intellectual property rights of others and the principles of their school community. The IT Services Staff are the only individuals authorized to select, adopt and allow the use of specific web based resources for teacher and student use, including resources for website creation, multimedia projects, presentations, and other collaborations. The IT Services Staff in consultation with theSuperintendent’s other designees will select resources based upon online safety, coordinated professional development, and informed technical support. If a teacher or student desires to use an alternate resource, they must make a request to the IT Services Staff via the established process.
d. Any recording made on school grounds may be subject to copyright laws (see District policy “Copyrighted Materials”) and the protection of the privacy rights of others, including personally identifiable information about a student protected by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”). Where IT Services Staff or other District staff have reasonable suspicion that a recording, data, or image was made in violation of this Policy, such items may be confiscated by District staff. Any use of a recording device to invade the privacy of another person will result in sanctions for the person making the recording.
e. Users must notify IT Services Staff if they have violated the conditions established for the use of District technology or have witnessed or become aware of another user misusing District technology. Users shall be responsible for noting and reporting any inappropriate use of District technology in violation of District policy or conduct standards including threats, bullying, harassment, or communications proposing or constituting a violation of the law or the Student Code of Conduct.
f. If a user creates a password, code or encryption device to restrict or inhibit access to electronic mail or files, the user will provide access to that information when requested to do so only by the user’s supervisor, teacher, or the IT Services Staff. This includes personal technology brought to or accessed during the work or student day or at a school activity including bus transportation. The IT Services Staff or a designee shall be authorized to override any password or encryption device to access the technology.
g. Creation of an account, access to a new application, or any other initial use of software or technological applications in the public domain (non-District managed technology) must be under the supervision of a teacher, for instructional purposes, and only on school approved sites.
h. A user shall never use another user’s password, or account, even with the permission from the user. Any need to have access to another user’s account should be addressed to the IT Services Staff or a designee.
i. An unauthorized attempt to log on to District technology as a System Administrator will result in cancellation of the user’s access to District technology and may result in more severe discipline including termination for employees and expulsion for students.
j. Students shall not be required to divulge personal information for access to a non-District managed technology.
k. Students will be permitted access to the Internet through District technology unless a parent/guardian has signed and returned a “Student Electronic Resources Restriction Form” within the preceding twelve (12) months.
l. Student use shall be filtered to minimize access to inappropriate materials. Student access to inappropriate materials despite the presence of the filter shall be reported immediately to the IT Services Staff. The filtering software shall not be disabled or circumvented without the written authorization of IT Services Staff.
m. While online, student users should not reveal personal information such as name, age, gender, home address or telephone number, and are encouraged not to respond to unsolicited online contacts and to report to a teacher or supervisor any online contacts which are frightening, threatening, or otherwise inappropriate.
n. Students, parents and staff are advised that any student connection to any Internet or network provider not under District control may not be filtered to the same degree as connection through District provided access. The District is not responsible for the consequences of access to sites or information through resources that circumvent the District’s filtering software.
o. Users accessing the Internet through personal devices connected to District technology must comply with this policy.
p. Users connecting personal devices to District technology do so at their own risk. The District is not responsible for damages to hardware or software as a result of the connection of personal devices to District technology.
q. Users must not knowingly transmit a computer virus or other malware that is known by the user to have the capability to damage or impair the operation of District technology, or the technology of another person, provider, or organization, nor shall a user take any action that could cause damage to District technology or other District property. The Superintendent is authorized to develop administrative guidelines further refining what communication is related to District business.
10. Protection of Proprietary and Confidential Information Communicated or Stored on District Technology.
a. Users of the District’s technology are expected to protect the integrity of data, personal privacy, and property rights of other persons when using District technology.
b. The practice of using distribution lists to send information shall not excuse the erroneous disclosure of confidential information. Users shall determine that distribution lists are current and review each name on any list before sending confidential information including but not limited to personally identifiable information about students protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”).
c. Users should not access confidential information in the presence of others who do not have authorization to have access to the information. Confidential information should not be left visible on the monitor when a user is away from the monitor.
d. Users should not copy, file share, install or distribute any copyrighted material such as software, database files, documentations, articles, music, video, graphic files, and other information, unless the user has confirmed in advance that the District has a license permitting copying, sharing, installation, or distribution of the material from the copyright owner. Violation of the right of a copyright owner will result in discipline of a student or employee.
11. Incurring Fees for Services. No user shall allow charges or fees for services or access to a database to be charged to the District except as specifically authorized in advance of the use by IT Services Staff. A fee or charge mistakenly incurred shall be immediately reported to the IT Services Staff. Incurring fees or charges for services to be paid by the District for personal use or without prior authorization of the IT Services Staff may result in discipline including suspension or expulsion of a student, or suspension or termination of an employee.
12. Training All students and those staff members who work directly with students shall receive annual training on social media safety, cyber bullying, and appropriate responses.
MSD of Wayne Township, Marion County, Indiana
Adopted: January 15, 1996
Revised: April 22, 1996
Revised: July 13, 1998
Revised: July 10, 2000
Revised: October 15, 2001
Revised: November 15, 2010
Revised: September 8, 2014