INCOMPLETE GRADES
An incomplete grade will be given to any student who has not met the requirements of a particular course for that marking period. Two weeks (effective from the close of the marking period) will be allowed to make up the incomplete work. An incomplete (I) mark which is not made up within this time limit will automatically be considered a failing grade. The guidelines indicated may be reconsidered upon recommendation by the guidance counselor and approval of the administration. It is the responsibility of the student to inform their teacher and the guidance counselor if there is any special problem.

INSURANCE
All students are covered by a blanket (full excess) insurance policy for student accidents during school hours. This coverage is provided at no cost. If the parent desires, 24-hour coverage may be obtained. Coverage and premium cost is described in a pamphlet to parents, which is sent home the first day of school.

ITEMS INAPPROPRIATE FOR SCHOOL
The use or possession of any item listed below is not permitted in the school building. Any such items found in the possession of a student will be confiscated and turned in to the administration.. They can be reclaimed at the close of the day by a parent or guardian.

• Radios
• Skateboards/roller blades
• Tape recorder/compact disk, walkman, hand held video games
• Beepers (will be turned over to the police)
• Inappropriate magazines and literature
• Laser Pointers
  

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER
The PRM library is the core of the instructional program, an extension of every classroom in the school. It plays a vital role in the development of an appreciation of reading for recreation and research. Every student is responsible for the proper care of borrowed library materials as well as the return of such items on time. Replacement of these materials will be the student's responsibility. The Library Media Center is open all day - before homeroom and after school until 3:45 on Tuesday. Students have daily access as the schedules permit.

LOCKERS
School lockers are the property of PRM School. State law (as per N.J. Statue: 18A:36-19.2) permits school officials to inspect a locker at anytime. Students are granted use of the lockers and are expected to care for their appearance. Students must purchase a school lock at the school store for $5.00. Students cannot bring their own personal lock. Students losing their combination may obtain it from the main office. If a lock is lost, a new one can be purchased at the main office. Students must not share their combination or locker with anyone. Any student who has a problem with his/her locker must report the problem to the main office. All items inappropriate for school or otherwise not part of the educational process, are not permitted in student lockers and the school bears no liability for these items.

MAKE-UP WORK
Students who are going to be absent for a day or two should call classmates or review information on the homework hotline in order to get their assignments. The easiest way is to call a friend before they leave for school so that assignments and dittos can be picked up during the day. The school office can be called to request assignments after 3 consecutive days of absence.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
It is the policy of the Kinnelon Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, handicap, marital status in its education programs or activities and employment policies as required by the Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and N. J. A. C. 6:4-1.1 et. Seq.

PARTIES
Students are not permitted to bring to school treats or other food items to share with others in the classrooms or the cafeteria. These procedures are in accordance with the district's school nutrition policy. Our priority is the safety of the students, including those with food allergies.

PASSES
A red pass must be used at all times. Students are required to write their name, date, time left, destination and time returned.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION
New Jersey law requires all students to participate in physical education, unless they have medical reasons, which hinder participation. Students not participating in physical education must still participate in health classes. All students must dress properly for physical education classes. Both boys and girls must wear an appropriate change of clothing and sneakers. If a student is to be excused, a physician's note must be submitted stating the length of time and the reason why the student must be excused from active participation. Parent letters excusing their child are not permitted.

PROGRESS REPORTS
One of the best methods of communication between the teacher and student is by means of the progress report. This provides for greater cooperation among parents, teachers and students. The objective of progress reports is to inform parents of a student's academic status at a particular point in time.

REPORT CARDS
Report cards are distributed four times a year. Parents are encouraged to review report cards with their children to provide guidance, motivation and encouragement.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT
The Board of Education forbids any conduct or expression that may be construed as the sexual harassment of a pupil, by an employee of the district or by another pupil. The sexual harassment of a pupil includes all unwelcome sexual advances or suggestions, requests for sexual favors, and verbal or physical contacts of a sexual nature whenever such conduct has the purpose of effect of intimidation or tends to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment.
The Superintendent shall direct the instruction of all pupils of their right to be free of sexual harassment and innuendo and shall encourage pupils to report any incident of sexual harassment to any teaching staff member, counselor or administrator.

STUDENT COUNCIL
The PRM Student Council is an organization of students elected by students. Over the years the Student Council has been the voice of the student body and the Council has developed into an effective forum for student government. Students are encouraged to participate in making both their ideas known to the student council officers and representatives, since the organization can only function properly if the majority of students take an interest and cooperate. During the school year the Student Council is involved in many projects such as holiday dances and fundraisers.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY
Please note that the following is an abbreviated version of the Board of Education Substance Abuse Policy No. 5530. A full text version of the policy and related regulations is available. The Board of Education recognizes that a student's involvement with substances seriously impedes the student's education and threatens the welfare of the entire school community. The Board is committed to the prevention of substance abuse and the rehabilitation of substance abusers but will take the necessary and appropriate steps to protect the school community from harm and from exposure to harmful substances. Accordingly the Board will maintain a comprehensive substance abuse prevention, intervention and treatment referral program in the district. For the purposes of this policy, "substances" shall mean;

• all substances so designate and prohibited in New Jersey statues, all chemicals that release toxic vapors as defined and prohibited in New Jersey statues; (N.J.S.A. 24:21-1; N.J.S.A.2a:170-25.9 et seq.)
• anabolic steroids;
• all alcoholic beverages;
• all prescription or patent drugs, except those for which permission to use in school has been granted

Any violation of Board policy, rules and/or regulations prohibiting the use, possession and/or distribution of a substance covered in this policy is a serious offense, and any student who violates this policy and its rules and regulations will be disciplined accordingly. Repeated violations are to be considered more severe offenses.
Student and/or parent refusal to cooperate with any and all phases of the substance abuse policy and regulations may lead to exclusion from school, and a referral will be made to the appropriate agency. If a parent is in disagreement with the application or implementation of this policy and its rules and regulations, she/he may request a meeting with the Superintendent of Schools, as per due process procedure. (N.J.S.A.18:38-25; N.J.S.A.9:6-1 et seq.)
The Board will cooperate with law enforcement drug operations and activities on or near school property in accordance with code (N.J.A.C. 6:3-6) and the MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT between the Kinnelon Board of Education and Law Enforcement Officials (1992). The Board prohibits the use, possessions, and/or distribution of a substance on school premises, at any event away from school premises that is sponsored by this Board, and on any transportation vehicle provided by the Board.
Information regarding a student's involvement in the schools' intervention process or in an outside treatment program shall remain confidential in accordance with 408 of the DRUG ABUSE AND REHABILITATION ACT, 21 U.S.C. 1175, and federal regulations, 42 CFR Part II

TELEPHONE
Public telephones are located in the music room hallway, the main office stairwell and outside the cafeteria. Students are permitted to use these phones before and after school, at lunchtime or with a pass from their teacher for emergency reasons. Tardiness to class will not be excused due to telephone use.

TRANSPORTATION
All students must board and leave the bus at their designated bus stop and must ride their assigned bus to and from school each day unless they have received permission from the main office. Due to capacity seating on most bus routes, students not be allowed to ride on an unassigned bus. If a student misses a bus, they should immediately report to the office to call home.

Students who are reported by the bus company to have behavior problems can be taken off the bus for an extended period of time. Parents will be notified as the problems occur.

Late buses leave the school at 3:45 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday. These buses will accommodate students who are staying for extra help or for a school related activity. Students must indicate to their homeroom teacher that they are staying after school and obtain a pass allowing them to board the late bus.

VISITORS
All visitors are required to report to the school office upon entering the building and receive a yellow visitor's pass which must be worn at all times. Visitors are not permitted to loiter on the grounds or in the building. Students are not permitted to bring guests to school during regular school hours.