Cell Phone Policy:
In accordance with Florida law, students may not use their phones from the time they arrive on campus until after they leave campus. This includes smart watches.
Headphones- wired and wireless- shall be stored in backpack except when indicated by a teacher for educational purposes.
Dress Code Policy:
Tops: Navy, White, Black, Gold, or Maroon polos. School spirit shirts any day. College and AVID shirts on Wednesdays only. No tying up or exposing midriff.
Bottoms: Black, navy, or khaki color pants; skirts and shorts below fingertips. Denim okay. Small holes below knee. No large holes/rips, no leggings or athletic clothing (basketball shorts, bicycle shorts, yoga pants, sweatpants).
Shoes: Closed- toe shoes. Athletic shoe required for PE. No crocs, slippers, slides, or foam shoes.
Outerwear: No pullover hoodies, sweatshirts, pullover vests, or sweaters. All outwear must be able to unzip or unbutton completely open.
ID: Florida law requires grades 6-8 to display a school ID at all times. All students will be provided an ID and lanyard. Students may select a different lanyard to wear.
Laptop Policy:
Students are provided with a laptop in grades 2nd-8th grade and an iPad for grades VPK-1st grade. It is expected that all students comply with the Network Acceptable Use Policy.
Intentional damage to any device will result in disciplinary action aligned to the SDOC Code of Student Conduct.
Students should care for their device by storing in appropriate bag, avoid food or drink near device, and not sharing device with others.
Behavior Expectations:
At Westside K-8, we expect students to show PRIDE expectations, with Positivity, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence. These expectations align with the SDOC Code of Student Conduct. Student should show positive behavior in class, hallways, cafeteria, and all school-sponsored activities.
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