Proper uniform clothing Shirts with USchool logo Belts Slacks, shorts Closed toe and closed back shoes Cold weather; warm ups with Uschool logo

only Outer wear; NSU or Uschool logo only Jewelry; no necklaces hanging outside the

uniform shirt No jewelry/earrings in PE!

Feet on the sidewalk in front of school no later than 7:50.

Morning tardy bell rings at 8:00. If you are tardy in the morning, you must get a pass from the receptionist to be admitted to class. Morning supervision in Dining Commons

starts at 7:30. All students should be in one of the following supervised locations after going to locker; Cafeteria Extra help Test makeup ( Mr. Kelly- Room 113) Media center

4 minutes passingDetermine shortest allowable route

and what you can accomplish between periods Locker Restroom Calling home Checking in with counselor

One way hallway

Cell phones must be OFF and OUT of SIGHT: during classes or passing periods unless directed

by an adult. Office phones are available for your use.

No cell phones allowed in bathrooms or locker rooms. Check phones in with teachers when leaving classroom.

Cell phones during lunch and break: may use for music, video games, research WITH ear buds. May not take pictures of others or text each other.

Follow the digital citizenship expectations!

Advisory Lesson on Tuesday; 40 developmental assets Student Leadership Meetings Student Action Council

Grade Level Meetings; 8th Grade Monday 7th Grade Wednesday 6th Grade Friday Break Time Monday, Wednesday, Friday: grades not in meetings Thursday: All grades in club meetings 8th graders in courtyard area or dining commons 6th and 7th graders on playground or dining commons Media Center open for limited number of students Bagels and snacks sold during break

Lunch is provided daily. Must sit down at table and be dismissed to move

into food service area. Take what you know you can eat. If you want

more, you can go back. No carbonated sodas will be served. You can still pack lunch and bring your own soda. Clean up your table space before leaving the

cafeteria. After eating, you can go outside or to media

center when lunch supervisor gives permission. No access to rest of building until released from

lunch.

Every student has 3 days of PE and 2 days of study hall.

PE Uniform required Locker room behavior must be exemplary Participation determines grade

Study Hall Study, homework, sustained reading May not leave study hall unless teacher requests

Movement between middle school and gym A coach will meet you outside front door of building,

take attendance, and escort you to and from the gym. Carry only your PE bag. Leave electronics and other

valuables in your locker. Leave packpacks (if they don’t fit in locker) in backpack zone ON shelves.

Individual Student AccessMorning- 7:30-7:55Break- Monday, Wednesday, FridayLunch- Monday through FridayAfternoon- 3:10-3:30Class Access1st through 7th period through

teacher requestLimited access during study hall

Back packs can be stored in; Courtyard Outside patio by playground Put label or identification on your bag Do not keep valuable electronic equipment or

money in backpack. Put these things in your locker!

Do not take or look in anyone ‘s bag but your own.

Athletic equipment stored in shed on playground: Coach Preston will unlock and lock equipment.

6th Grade drop-off and pick-up in lot adjoining the playground.

7th and 8th grade drop-off and pick-up in large circle in front of Middle School.

If you have Upper School sibling, you can be dropped off and picked up at Upper School.

If you have Lower School sibling, you can be dropped off and picked up at Lower School. In PM report to dining commons for adult escort to Lower School.

Morning arrival should be no later than 7:50 Afternoon pick-up no later than 3:30

After Care starts at 3:30. All students not picked up will be taken to After Care, a fee-based service.

All students must be in locations with supervision.

Athletes in season will go to the gym or be escorted to practice/game areas by coaches.

Performing and Visual Arts students must go immediately to supervised arts locations. Students are not allowed to hang out in gym or

outside buildings after school. Sun Stop at the middle school will sell snacks after

school. The Sun Spot in the gym is off limits unless you have another purpose for going to the gym: such as- you are an athlete or attending a game.

Students are not permitted to go to other buildings on the NSU campus unless escorted by parent/guardian (Sherman Library, Student Center, etc.)

To see a counselor Stop by during passing period to request that you

be seen at a later time. Get to class on time. The counselor will decide if the concern requires

immediate attention and will work with your teacher accordingly.

To see the nurse Bring a pass from your teacher. In an emergency, you will be escorted by an adult. Medical forms must be on file to request medication

or treatment. If you feel ill or have an injury, the nurse will assist

you in the clinic and she will call home to report your condition.

Shelves outside dining commons will have books, lunch bags, PE bags.

Other valuables such as electronics, money, or jewelry will be turned in to receptionist.

You are encouraged to join one of the many clubs that provide opportunities to help others outside of our community.

Treat others the way you would like to be treated.

• Don’t be a passive bystander. Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary? We practice progressive discipline for

behavioral infractions.

Student Action CouncilStudent Leadership Meetings

President Vice President Secretary

Club Officers

Students can take an active role in our school community through the Student Action Council. The council will be comprised of your advisory leaders, club representatives, and your elected officers.

President (8th grade)Vice-President (7th grade)Correspondent (7/8th grade)Press Secretary (7/8th grade)Historian (7/8th grade)Treasurer (7/8th grade)6th grade representatives