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Revised 07/20/2021 Leslie Edens
Teacher Handbook 2021 – 2022
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ADMISSION TO CLASS 3
ANNOUNCEMENTS 3 ASSEMBLIES 3 ASSIGNMENT EMAILS 3 ATTENDANCE - STUDENTS 3 ATTENDANCE POLICY – STUDENTS 4
ATHLETIC CONTESTS 4 BULLYING 5 CALENDAR of EVENTS 6 HOLIDAYS 6 CHARACTER EDUCATION 7
CLASS SCHEDULES 7 COMPUTER USE AND DATA MANAGEMENT 7
CONFERENCE PERIOD 7 COPY MACHINES 7 DISCIPLINE REFERRALS 7 DRESS CODE – Employees 8
DRESS CODE – Students 8 EMPLOYEE TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT GUIDELINES 10 ENERGY MANAGEMENT PLAN 10
EXTRA-CURRICULAR EVENTS / SPIRIT DAY 11 FACILITIES USE 11
FACULTY 12 FIELD TRIPS 12 FUNDRAISERS 13
GRADES 13
GRADING POLICY 13 GRADING STANDARD 14 GRADUATION 14
LESSON PLANS/SYLLABUS 14 LIBRARY 14
LUNCH 15 MAIL BOXES 16 NURSE 16 PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES 16 PERSONAL LEAVE POLICY 16
PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE PROCEDURES 16 PURCHASE ORDERS 16 RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE TEACHING AREA 17
SCHOOL SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN 18 FIRE DRILLS 18 LOCK DOWN PROCEDURE 18 TORNADO DRILL 18
STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND 18 STUDENT DEPARTURE FROM CAMPUS 19 STUDENT USE OF TELEPHONE 19
SUBSTITUTES 19
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TEACHER EVALUATIONS 20
T-TESS APPRAISAL CALENDAR 20
TEACHER ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE 20
TEACHER DUTY 20 TECHNOLOGY TRAINING 20 TEXTBOOKS 20 UIL ACTIVITIES 21 VIDEOS/MOVIES 21
WORK ORDERS 21 WORKSHOPS 21 BELL SCHEDULES 22
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ADMISSION TO CLASS TARDIES - After a student accumulates 5 tardies in a single class/period, you should provide the date, class
period, time admitted to class and the total number of tardies the student has acquired on the discipline form.
Teachers should use a sign in/sign out book to record times. Elementary teachers are required to keep track of
classroom tardies within their hardcopy gradebook.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Any announcements will be made daily at 7:45 am (Elementary) and 9:00 am (JH/HS). If you have
announcements that need to be made during the day, write out that announcement, place your signature and
show date announcement should be made, and turn it into the appropriate principal(s) or secretary (Sarah
Ramirez - Elementary or Lora McFarland - Jr. High/ High School).
ASSEMBLIES Any time we have an assembly or any activity during the school day; all teachers are required to be in
attendance and seated with your class. There will be no exceptions for you to not be present at an assembly if
you are in school for that day.
ASSIGNMENT EMAILS Occasionally, students request assignments when they are absent. When this occurs, the teachers will receive
an email from the office requesting the assignments. These assignments will be due back to the appropriate
office by the end of that day.
ATTENDANCE - STUDENTS All faculty members are responsible to the principal's office for accurate attendance records on each student
that has his/her class during the school day. Daily attendance will be done in Gradebook. Teachers must mark
all students that are not physically present in their classroom, ABSENT.
TARDIES: It is imperative that you keep a permanent record of the student’s tardies. This may be done in
either Gradebook or you may keep a record of tardies in your classroom. A student that comes to class late
the first period of the day must go to the office for a tardy slip. Please make the student turn in the tardy slip
to you upon entry to your class. The tardy will be recorded in the system by the office. Note - once you have
submitted your attendance in Gradebook all changes will have to be done through the office, therefore please
email the office with any changes that you wish to be made. If a student accumulates 5 or more tardies for a
particular class/period, it will result in a lunch detention.
All changes for field trips or extra-curricular activities will be made in the office by Sarah Ramirez and/or
Lora McFarland.
● A list of students that are participating in extracurricular activities is emailed to Sarah Ramirez/Lora
McFarland and to all other teachers by the teacher in charge of the activity.
● If a student does not show up the day of the field trip, extra-curricular activity etc. the sponsor MUST
send an email letting Sarah Ramirez/Lora McFarland know that the student is absent.
● Attendance for PK – 6th is taken at 9:10 am.
● Attendance for 7th – 12
th MUST be taken EVERY PERIOD. The ADA period is second period and
attendance is to be taken at 9:10 am.
● Teachers may change an absence to a tardy only if the teacher feels that there is a legitimate reason
for being late by sending an email to Sarah Ramirez/Lora McFarland giving her permission to make
this change to their attendance. The tardy CANNOT be assigned during 2nd period!
● Reminder: There are NO TARDIES during 2nd
period
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ATTENDANCE POLICY – STUDENTS 1. Policies regarding absenteeism will apply independently to each class at the secondary level.
2. Students must be in attendance a minimum of 90% of the days of each semester to receive credit. Each
semester is different in length. Therefore, maximum allowable absences will vary from semester to
semester. Parents will be notified concerning absences either by phone, email, or mail.
3. The following reasons are valid for an excused The following reasons are valid for an excused absence;
illness, serious illness or death in the immediate family, medical or dental care, authorized religious
holidays and funerals. The immediate family consists of a person’s smallest family unit or closest relative
(i.e. parents, brothers, sisters, and grandparents).
4. Regular attendance is required of all students and all cases of irregular attendance will be investigated.
When a student is absent from school for one or more periods, one of his or her parents or guardians
should call the attendance office stating the reason and duration of the absence prior to 8:50 am. All
students are required on return to school to bring a written excuse signed by the parents. Absences with-
out parent notes will be unexcused. The Principal’s offices will receive students who have written excuses
from parents beginning at 7:30 a.m. daily.
5. A student who submits a false statement or who conspires with another student to submit a false statement
in order to be admitted to class will be subject to disciplinary action.
6. All students not in attendance a minimum of 90% of the days of the semester will have an opportunity for
review with the appeals committee. (Documentation for a medical or legal absence must be presented
immediately upon student’s return to school.)
7. MAKE-UP WORK
One-Day Absence: On any one absence (including school sponsored activities), the student may be
required to make up any work due on that day of absence upon the day he/she returns to class provided
the assignment was made prior to the absence.
Two or More Consecutive Days of Absences: On any two or more consecutive days of absences, it is the
student’s responsibility to arrange for make-up work. The student should request the assignments upon
his/her return to class. The teacher will determine the amount of time necessary to complete the make-up
work, as well as provide the opportunity for the make-up work.
Late projects: On long projects such as term papers, science projects, or any major project where the due
date is established well in advance, the student will be penalized 10% per day for each day beyond the
due date.
Request for Assignments: A student may request assignments by contacting the principal’s office.
Assignment sheets, textbooks and materials may be picked up by the end of the day.
8. A student may not be given credit for a class unless the student is in attendance for at least 90% of the
days during a semester. An attendance committee may give class credit to a student who is in attendance
fewer than the required days if the student’s non-attendance was due to extenuating circumstances.
In order to assist in making up classes missed due to absences or to regain credit, the school provides a
Saturday Attendance School.
9. Compulsory School Attendance: Should a student, who is not eighteen years old, be absent from school
for reasons that are unexcused by the school for an excessive number of days, proper charges will be filed
with the juvenile authorities.
ATHLETIC CONTESTS All Covington I.S.D. faculty, staff, and immediate (husband, wife, children) family will be admitted to all
home athletic contests at no charge.
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BULLYING Bullying occurs when a student or group of students engages in written or verbal expression, expression
through electronic methods, or physical conduct against another student on school property, at a school-
sponsored or school-related activity, or in a district operated vehicle, and the behavior:
● Results in harm to the student or the student’s property,
● Places a student in reasonable fear of physical harm or of damage to the student’s property, or
● Is so severe, persistent, and pervasive that it creates an intimidating, threatening, or abusive
educational environment.
This conduct is considered bullying if it exploits an imbalance of power between the student perpetrator(s)
and the student victim and if it interferes with a student’s education or substantially disrupts the operation of
the school.
Bullying is prohibited by the district and could include hazing, threats, taunting, teasing, confinement,
assault, demands for money, destruction of property, theft of valued possessions, name-calling, rumor-
spreading, or ostracism. In some cases, bullying can occur through electronic methods, called
“cyber bullying.”
If a student believes that he or she has experienced bullying or has witnessed bullying of another student, it
is important for the student or parent to notify a teacher, counselor, principal, or another district employee as
soon as possible to obtain assistance and intervention. The administration will investigate any allegations of
bullying or other related misconduct.
If the results of an investigation indicate that bullying has occurred, the administration will take
appropriate disciplinary action. Disciplinary or other action may be taken even if the conduct did not rise to
the level of bullying. The district will also contact the parents of the victim and of the student who was
found to have engaged in the bullying. Available counseling options will be provided to these individuals, as
well as to any students who have been identified as witnesses to the bullying.
Any retaliation against a student who reports an incident of bullying is prohibited.
A copy of the district’s policy is available in the principal’s office, superintendent’s office, and on the
district’s website. Procedures related to reporting allegations of bullying may also be found on the district’s
website. A student or parent who is dissatisfied with the outcome of an investigation may appeal through
FNG (LOCAL) beginning at the appropriate level.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2021-2022
HOLIDAYS
Labor Day----------------------------------September 6
Columbus Day-------------------------------October 11
Thanksgiving-------------------------November 22-26
Christmas----------------December 20- December 31
Spring Break ------------------------------March 14-18
First Day of School Last Day of School August 25, 2020 May 26, 2021
BAD WEATHER DAYS
January 27, April 15, April 18
TEACHER INSERVICE
August 17 - August 24, May 27, May 31
PREPARATION DAYS/ STUDENT HOLIDAYS
September 27, November 8,
January 3, February 14
EARLY RELEASE
November 19, December 17, March 11, March 21,
March 23, May 26
PROGRESS REPORT GRADES DUE
September 10, October 15, December 1,
January 21, March 4, April 29
PROGRESS REPORTS DISTRIBUTION
September 13, October 18, December 2,
January 24, March 7, May 2
REPORT CARD GRADES DUE @ 12:00 pm
September 27, November 8, January 3,
February 14, April 8, May 27
REPORT CARD DISTRIBUTION
September 28, November 9, January 4,
February 15, April 11, *mailed home*
PARENT/TEACHER
ZOOM/PHONECONFERENCES (ELEMEN-
TARY ONLY) September 28-October 1
OPEN HOUSE REPORT CARD NIGHT
Sept.30 (tentative)
OPEN HOUSE/ INFO EXPO/ REPORT CARD
NIGHT
February 16 (tentative)
STATE TESTING DAYS
(per update: 06/26/2021)
Dec 7-10 (STAAR: Eng I/ Eng II/ Alg I/ Bio/ US Hist/)
Feb 21-April 1 (TELPAS: K-12)
Mar 28-April 22 (STAAR Alt 2)
April 5 (STAAR: 4th/7th Writing, 5th/8th Math, Eng I)
April 6 (STAAR: 5th/8th Reading)
April 7 (STAAR: Eng II)
April 8 All make up exams from April 5-7
May 3-6 (STAAR: Alg I/ Bio/ US Hist)
May 5 (STAAR: 8th Science)
May 6 (STAAR: 8th S.S)
May 10 (STAAR: 3rd/4th/6th/7th Math, 5th/8th Math
Re-test) Eng. III
May 11 (STAAR: 3rd/4th/6th/7th Reading, 5th/8th
Reading Re-Test)
May 12 (STAAR: 5th Sci) Alg. II
May 13 All make up exams from May 10-May13
June 21-24 (STAAR: Alg1/Bio/ US Hist)
June 21 (STAAR: 5th/8th Math Re-test, Eng I)
June 22 (STAAR: 5th /8th Reading Re-test)
June 23 (STAAR: Eng II)
HOMECOMING
October 1, 2021 7:30 PM
CORONATION
TBD
ELEM FIELD DAY/ JH/HS FUN DAY
May - TBA
8TH GRADE PROMOTION
TBD
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
TBD
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CHARACTER EDUCATION Students will be taught the character education curriculum in their regular PK- 12 classrooms.
CLASS SCHEDULES
High School and Jr. High Schedule Teacher Arrival 7:30 am
1st Morning Bell 7:47 am
1st 7:50-8:45 am
OWL Time 8:45-9:00 am
2nd 9:05-9:50 am
************ 9:10 Attendance Bell *************
3rd 9:55-10:40 am
4th 10:45-11:30 am
5th 11:35-12:20 pm
LUNCH 12:25-1:00 pm
6th 1:05-1:50 pm
7th 1:55-2:40 pm
8th 2:45-3:45 pm
Buses Run 3:50 pm
Teacher Departure 4:00 pm
Elementary Schedule Teacher Arrival 7:30 am
1st Morning Bell 7:47 am
Classes Start 7:50 am
************ 9:10 Attendance Bell *************
Pre-K/ K 10:30-11:00 am
LUNCH 1st/ 2nd 11:00-11:30 am
Times: 3rd/ 4th 11:15-11:45 am
5th/ 6th 11:30-12:00 pm
Release Bell 3:45 pm
Buses Run 3:50 pm
Teacher Departure 4:00 pm
**Pep Rally 2:10-2:50pm**
*Refer to pg. 22 for ALL Bell Schedules
COMPUTER USE AND DATA MANAGEMENT The district’s electronic communications systems, including its network access to the internet, are primarily for
administrative and instructional purposes. Limited personal use of the system is permitted if the use:
● Imposes no tangible cost to the district
● Does not unduly burden the district’s computer or network resources
● Has no adverse effect on job performance or on a student’s academic performance
Electronic mail transmissions and other use of the electronic communications systems are not confidential and can
be monitored at any time to ensure appropriate use.
Employees and students who are authorized to use the systems are required to abide by the provisions of the
district’s communications systems policy and administrative procedures. Failure to do so can result in suspension
or termination of privileges and may lead to disciplinary action. Employees with questions about computer use
and data management can contact the Principal or Superintendent.
CONFERENCE PERIOD Your conference period is set aside for you to use in making preparation for your classes, and/or to meet with
parents, teachers, or administrators. You are required to stay on campus during your conference period unless you
need to leave for school business. When leaving for school business, sign out in the principal’s office. An absent
from duty report will need to be completed for any time that you are off campus during the school day (except for
lunch).
COPY MACHINES The copiers in the teacher workrooms are for teachers' use in preparing for classroom activities. At NO TIME are
students allowed to operate the copiers. Student aides are an exception where they will be issued an aide code.
DO NOT GIVE OUT YOUR PERSONAL COPIER CODES.
DISCIPLINE REFERRALS Discipline referrals are submitted into the TxGradebook Discipline Referrals page. Submission as follows: Enter
New Referral, go to Record Details, enter student Last Name (if more than one student was involved add
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another student, you must enter data into Offense Description, Date and Time of Incident, Incident Location,
and if needed Comments (can be reviewed by administrators and student guardian). Once the referral is complete,
enter PIN and Submit Referral. The record will save and in the “Status” column will display whether the referral
is “Pending”, “Reviewed”, or “Completed” by the administrator.
DRESS CODE – EMPLOYEES 2021-2022
Teacher/Aide/Paraprofessional Employee - DURING THE SCHOOL DAY
The staff and student body of Covington ISD represent the school and thus, reflect a public image. As with any
large business or organization in public view, certain guidelines regarding grooming and dress are required in
order to preserve an attractive and respected appearance. The teachers in Covington represent the professional
community. They model the actions that will be emulated by their students. As role models, teachers should feel
a sense of responsibility to the students that they serve to always present their best self in their actions, attitudes,
and dress.
1. Teachers should purchase clothes that emulate professional standards – teachers should not attempt to dress in
a manner that reflects the casual standards of students.
2. No more than two earrings shall be worn in each ear of females.
3. Males shall not wear earrings.
4. Open collar dress shirts or polo type shirts are acceptable wear for men.
5. PE instructors and coaches shall put on wind pants or slacks before exiting their area of supervision, e.g.,
gym, locker room.
6. No sleeveless garment shall be worn by males or females.
7. All staff may wear denim blue jeans that are nice without holes, frayed, or patched as long as you are
wearing a nice / dress, blouse / shirt, or jacket.
8. Ladies shall wear professional apparel that exclude:
● Leggings, leotards, jeggings, tight stretch long or short pants unless under a dress or skirt that meets the
dress code requirement of no shorter than five inches above the knee
● Wind suits/sweats (exception: P.E./athletics supervision)
● Overalls
● Suggestive, overly tight, or revealing clothes
● Shorts (exception: PE/athletics supervision and/or principal’s discretion for special events)
● Flip-flops
● T shirts (exception: Spirit Day)
9. Men shall wear professional apparel that exclude:
● Shorts (exception: P.E./athletics supervision and/or principal’s discretion for special events)
● Wind suits/sweats (exception: P.E./athletics supervision)
● Overalls
● Flip-flops
● T shirts (exception: Spirit Day)
DRESS CODE – STUDENTS 2021-2022
The District's dress code is established to teach grooming and hygiene, to instill discipline, to prevent
disruptions, to address safety concerns, and to teach respect for authority. The staff and student body of Covington
ISD represent the school and thus, reflect a public image. As with any large business or organization in public
view, certain guidelines regarding grooming and dress are required in order to preserve an attractive and respected
appearance. The following dress and grooming requirements apply to school and school functions whether on or
off campus with respect to age appropriateness. All instances of inappropriate grooming may not be listed as it is
difficult to anticipate changes in clothing styles due to fads or personal preference. However, administrators
reserve the right to designate any student’s dress or grooming inappropriate if it is considered to be distracting or
hazardous to the school environment or the educational process.
All Students are prohibited from wearing:
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1. articles of clothing or footwear that cause damage to the building, furniture or equipment, i.e., shoe
skates, cleats or other metal objects on apparel or footwear.
2. bandanas, hats, ball caps, hoodies in any building, gymnasium, or into classrooms.
3. shorts or skirts that are shorter than five inches from the top of the kneecap.
4. clothing reflecting vulgarity, violence, obscenity or drawings, pictures or logo that contain elements of
alcohol, drug or tobacco use, gang symbolism, or sexual symbolism
5. sunglasses, except as designed for indoor wear by doctor’s prescription.
6. fishnets, see-through clothing, blouses or shirts that fit loosely around the shoulders
7. tank tops, shirts that do not properly cover under garments. Sleeves must cover top of shoulder.
8. unhemmed cut-off shorts
9. suggestive, overly tight, or revealing clothing;
10. any pants or trousers that sag or that give the appearance of “sagging”
11. jeans with holes above the knee that skin can be seen
12. house shoes. For safety reasons, spiked heels higher than 2 inches during the school day
13. pajamas, tops or bottoms
14. any visible tattoo reflecting vulgarity, violence, obscenity, gang symbolism, or sexual symbolism
15. any body piercing excluding the female earring rule and female nose stud rule.
Female students:
1. may wear no more than two pieces of pierced jewelry in each ear, but no gauges or spacers are
allowed (because of safety reasons students in grades PreK-3 may not wear hoops or dangling ear-
rings.) Females may have a small nose stud (sparkle).
2. must wear or groom hair in such a way that the style or color is not distracting to the school environ-
ment.
3. must wear hair in such a way that it does not obstruct the view of the face.
4. must wear appropriately sized clothes.
5. must wear clothes so that the torso is covered at all times.
6. must wear appropriate foundation garments and in such a way that they are not visible.
7. who are in grades PreK-3 are not allowed to wear make-up or fake finger nails.
8. PreK-5th grade students must wear shorts under their dresses and skirts.
Male students:
1. are prohibited from wearing earrings, gauges or spacers.
2. are prohibited from wearing sleeveless shirts excluding vest with a shirt under it.
3. must be well groomed, and follow the expectations of individual organizations or sports teams.
4. must wear hair in such a way that it does not obstruct the view of the face.
5. may not wear Mohawks
6. must wear or groom hair in a natural hair color in such a way that the style or color is not distracting
to the school environment.
7. must wear appropriately sized clothes.
8. must wear clothes so that the torso is covered at all times.
9. must wear appropriate foundation garments and in such a way that they are not visible.
Students who violate the dress code will be given the opportunity to correct the problem at school. If
not corrected, the student shall be sent to the principal’s office until the problem is corrected.
(FNCA(LOCAL)) Students out of dress code while attending extra-curricular activities or other school
related events will be asked to leave.
If the principal determines that a student’s grooming or clothing violates the school’s dress code, the
student will be given an opportunity to correct the problem at school. If not corrected, the student may be
assigned to in-school suspension for the remainder of the day, until the problem is corrected, or until a
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parent or designee brings an acceptable change of clothing to the school. Repeated offenses may result in
more serious disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. Final decision
regarding dress is left to the discretion of the administrator.
EMPLOYEE TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT GUIDELINES Mileage: Mileage will be reimbursed at a rate of 56 cents per mile (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2021)
Lodging: Hotel reimbursement depends on which county you will be staying in.
See Travel Expense Information in the “FORMS” folder on the staff webpage on the district’s website.
Receipts from the hotel will be required for reimbursement for any lodging or for any use of a district
credit card.
Meal reimbursement: Expenses for meals associated with authorized travel shall be reimbursed to employees on a per diem
basis, at the rate applicable to state employees. For meal reimbursement amounts see the Travel Expense
Information in the “FORMS” folder on the staff webpage on the district’s website. Tips are not reim-
bursed by the district. If you wish to receive meal allowance in advance of travel, you must submit your
request in a timely manner so that it is approved and received by Kelley Tumas before the 15th or 31
st
each month. To be eligible for breakfast per diem you must leave the district prior to 6:00 a.m.; for lunch
reimbursement you must leave after 11:00 a.m.; and dinner reimbursement you must be returning after
6:00 p.m.
Other Expenses: This includes public transportation, parking fees or registration fees in excess of $2.50.
An original receipt will be required. We do not approve valet parking.
Travel Reimbursement request must be made within 30 days of the date of travel and must be within
the current fiscal year. If travel is performed in July, a request for reimbursement must be made before
August 31st.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT PLAN Lighting
a) Always turn lights off when room will be unoccupied for more than ten or fifteen minutes.
b) Only use lights in area where needed for particular activity.
c) Custodian and maintenance personnel only use lights in area where working and turn off lights when
work is completed.
Heat and Air Conditioning
1. Operating Hours
a) Heating Systems: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
b) Cooling Systems: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
c) Offices may be heated and cooled as long as needed each day.
2. Normal Heating Season
a) Begin: First Friday of November
b) End: First Monday of April
3. Normal Cooling Season
a) Begin: First Monday of April
b) End: First Friday of November
4. Thermostat Settings (Space Temperature)
a) Cooling: Set to maintain indoor temperature of 74-76 degrees.
b) Heating: Set to maintain indoor temperature of 70-72 degrees.
5. Other Operating Guidelines
a) Portable electric heaters and other similar equipment are strictly prohibited, unless specific
written approval has been obtained. Using such equipment alters required temperature levels. If
thermostats are set properly and equipment is operating properly any needed comfort change for
individuals can be provided by wearing proper clothing.
b) Windows and doors shall be closed at all times when heating or cooling systems are on.
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Kitchen Equipment - Ovens and other equipment are to be turned off as soon as no longer needed.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR EVENTS / SPIRIT DAY Friday is designated spirit day. Employees may wear spirit/campus shirts, athletic shoes, and denim jeans.
FACILITIES USE The District shall permit non-school use of designated District facilities for educational, recreational, civ-
ic, or social activities when these activities do not conflict with school use or with this policy. Requests
for non-school use of District facilities shall be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. Any
organization or individual approved for a non-school use of District facilities shall be required to com-
plete a written agreement indicating receipt and understanding of this policy and any applicable adminis-
trative regulations, and acknowledging that the District is not liable for any personal injury or damages to
personal property related to the non-school use. Persons or groups using school facilities shall:
● Conduct business in an orderly manner.
● Abide by all laws and policies, including but not limited to those prohibiting the use, sale, or
possession of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, and firearms, and the use of tobacco products on
school property.
● Make no alteration, temporary or permanent, to school property without prior written consent from
the Superintendent.
● Be responsible for the cost of repairing any damages incurred during use and shall be required to
indemnify the District for the cost of any such repairs.
● A Facilities Use & Special Needs Request in the H: drive must be completed and turned into the
athletic director for all athletic facilities or to the appropriate principal for all other facilities 5 days
in advance of the date of your event or needs. It will in turn be sent to the proper departments so that
your needs may be met.
Food Service
● Fill out a Facilities Use & Special Needs Request Form from located in the “FORMS” folder on the
staff webpage on the district’s website.
● A food service employee must be present if equipment is used.
● Ice is available
● Please clean the kitchen area when finished. This includes any spills and emptying trash containers.
● Please do not move any of the equipment. Equipment must remain plugged in and in place.
● Please lock the doors when you leave.
● If you use the broom, mop or dust pan, please put them back where you found them.
● Notify cafeteria managers if you need pans, spoons, knives, etc. These items do not need to leave the
kitchen area without their knowledge as we have had numerous items borrowed and not returned.
● The food services staff will be glad to accommodate your special occasion needs (cups, plates, napkins, forks, etc.) but must have advanced notice. There will be a minimal charge for these items
due at the time they are picked up.
Telephone
● FACULTY MEMBERS WILL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY UNAUTHORIZED
LONG DISTANCE CALLS THAT APPEAR ON THE PHONE BILL.
● Teachers will not be called to the phone during class time. Messages will be sent to you; unless it is
an emergency.
● Cell phone usage should be limited to contacting parents only.
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FACULTY
2021-2022
ADMINISTRATORS:
Dr. Chris Heskett (Superintendent)
Joel Blalock (Jr. High/High School Principal/Testing Coordinator)
Leslie Edens (Elementary Principal/Textbook Coordinator/Testing Coordinator)
Traci Stewart (Assistant Principal/Teacher/Testing Coordinator)
LIBRARIAN:
Karen Plants
COUNSELORS:
Lindsay Nickell (JH/HS)
Shelby Thompson (Elementary)
TEACHERS:
Brenda Anthony
CeTara Carter
April Chen
Mark Cornelison
Ashley Crabtree
Janet Covington (Reading Interventionist)
Carlie Finley
Mark Frank
Linda Hardin
Ryan Heard
Shalest Karlicek
Darren Mayes
Catherine Manning
Letitia “Lynne” Pipes
Eric Reynaga
Riley Schmidt
Charles Steele
Tracie Stewart (Assistant Principal)
Tonya Suter
Jack Swilley
Shelby Thompson (504 /Dyslexia / ESL/Elem Counselor)
Haley Tilson
C.H. Underwood
Krista Weaver
NURSE:
Lacey Lavender, LVN
PARAPROFESSIONALS:
April Bradshaw
Kassie Green
Margaret Lopez
Jennifer McLain
Shannon McLain
Debbie Patton
Tonya Schreiber
OFFICE STAFF:
Pam Frazier (Director of Business, Personnel & Operations)
Sarah Ramirez (Attendance/District Registrar)
Lora McFarland (HS Secretary/Subs/Attendance)
Lisa Nivens (Superintendent Secretary/Custodial Supv)
Kelley Tumas (Administrative Office Clerk)
FOOD SERVICES STAFF:
Tonya Dixon
Rhonda Kennedy (Manager)
Alicia Jordon (Asst. Manager)
Maria Rivas
MAINTENANCE/TRANSPORTATION:
Dave Coggin
Floy McKinnerney
Justin Meza
CUSTODIANS:
Stephen Bradshaw
FIELD TRIPS
Bus Request for Field Trips
1. The transportation department can furnish only two buses per field trip. (60 people per bus).
2. Buses must be back in Covington by 3:00 pm in order to be ready to make the afternoon routes.
3. The driver’s meal is to be furnished by the organization making the trip.
4. All buses should be returned clean.
5. Aisles and rear exit door must remain clear of ice chests, lunches, extra clothing, etc.
6. All transportation requests must be sent in at least 5 days in advance of a planned trip.
7. Bus conduct rules apply to all extracurricular trips.
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8. If a bus that is taken on an extracurricular trip is returned dirty, your organization will be charged
$25.00 for the cleaning of the bus.
Guidelines for Field Trips
The following procedures shall be followed when taking students on a field trip:
1. All trips must have an educational purpose
2. Mrs. Edens approves field trips for PK – 6th and Mr. Blalock for 7
th – 12
th.
3. A Bus Request AND Field Trip Reporting Form must be completed and submitted five days before
the trip. 4. Sponsors are responsible for the bus driver’s meals and hotel room if needed.
5. Permission slips are required on all students any time you take them off campus and the slips must
be taken on the field trip.
6. The sponsor is responsible for the students from the time they leave school until the students are
returned to the campus.
FUNDRAISERS The following procedures shall be followed when having a fundraiser:
1. The sponsor or students need to schedule the date and type of fundraiser with the appropriate
principal and submit a completed Fundraising Application and Financial Recap form. This form has
to be signed by your principal and the Superintendent before the fundraiser can begin.
2. All money must be turned in with a completed Summary of Receipts form, located in the
“FORMS” folder on the staff webpage on the district’s website, to Kelley Tumas in the
administration office on a daily basis. Do not leave money overnight in the classrooms.
3. After the fundraiser is over the financial recap section needs to be completed by the sponsor and
submitted to Lisa Nivens for verification.
GRADES Teachers are required to have a minimum of eight grades for each grading period.
Teachers will send home progress reports with all of their students at the three week point of each six
week grading period. See School Calendar for specified dates. Grades 75 or below must have comments.
A copy of all progress reports, 75 or below, will be mailed home by Sarah Ramirez/Lora McFarland.
All progress reports and report cards will be printed in the office for grades 1-12. The cards will have the
student’s name, attendance records, teacher’s name and comments (if necessary), and grades for all
courses taken by the student. The student will receive one card per grading period. ELEMENTARY
ONLY: If a student has a grade below 75, there must be a comment with the grade.
At the end of the 1st and 4
th grading period, report cards will be issued at special Open House and
Elementary Parent Conference events.
GRADING POLICY Classroom grading policy must be developed by each teacher and a copy of the proposed policy must be
submitted for approval by the appropriate principal before it can be passed out to classes at the beginning
of school year.
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GRADING STANDARD No one grade can be weighted more than 25%.
Semester grade will be calculated by:
1st Six Weeks – 33 1/3
% 4
th Six Weeks – 33 1/3 %
2nd
Six Weeks– 33 1/3 % 5th Six Weeks – 33 1/3 %
3rd
Six Weeks – 33 1/3 % 6th Six Weeks – 33 1/3 %
1st Semester Grade 2
nd Semester Grade
Year-end grade will be calculated by:
1st semester = 50% 2
nd semester = 50%
NUMBER GRADE LETTER GRADE G.P.
90-100 A 3.0-4.0
80-89 B 2.0-2.9
70-79 C 1.0-1.9
Below 70 F (Failing) 0
GRADUATION Faculty members ARE expected to attend the graduation ceremony at the end of the school year.
LESSON PLANS/SYLLABUS Lesson plans are to be kept up-to-date. On Monday of every week, your plans are to be submitted on Canvas.
If a teacher fails to submit lesson plans in a timely manner, they will be required to turn in a syllabus. The
syllabus will need to be divided by units with the TEKS listed that the unit will cover. Failure to turn in 3
weeks of plans will result in a written notice by the principal.
*All teachers are required to turn an emergency substitute folder into the principal’s office by the end
of the second week of school.
LIBRARY The Covington Library is open from 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM every school day.
No student will be permitted in the library without a pass showing the date and time student left the class-
room. This pass must be signed by a staff person. Upon arrival in the library, students will be expected to
sign-in and show their pass to the librarian or adult aide. Before leaving the library, the student should have
the pass signed by the librarian or adult aide and the time added.
Students may check out a total of four books for one week, provided that the student has no overdue books
or unpaid fines. The book may be renewed twice, unless someone else is waiting for the book. (Exceptions
will be made on an individual basis when an assignment is involved.) A late fine will be charged at the rate
of $.05 per school day that the book is overdue.
The library has a large collection of books, periodicals, and reference books for student and faculty use. The
librarian staff hopes that the library will be used frequently to help students and faculty meet their research,
curriculum, and assignment needs. Teachers may schedule classes in the library at any time that the library is
open. The librarian is available one day a week to assist individual students or classes. All classes must
schedule times for library use. Individuals may frequent the library at any time as long as they have a pass.
Patron Conduct
In order to ensure constructive use of library facilities, materials, and services, as well as the personal
comfort of all patrons, the Covington I.S.D. Library has established the following rules.
1. Foul language, loud, and boisterous behaviors are not permitted.
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2. Food and drink are not allowed in the library unless offered by the library as refreshments served at a
program
3. School dress code guidelines are required for all patrons.
4. A library patron who deliberately alters a library computer database or destroys computer equipment
will be subject to financial liability for damages.
Loan Periods
▪ Two weeks for books or audio books
▪ Overnight for reference books
▪ Books may be renewed if there is not a waiting list for the title
▪ A four book limit can be checked out at one time at all grade levels.
▪ One week check out for magazines except for the current month’s issue.
Fines and Charges
The purpose of overdue fines is not to punish the patron; it is to encourage patrons to return the items by the
due date so they can be available to others.
▪ No fines for Pre-Kindergarten through 3
▪ All books, audio books, and magazines, $0.05 per day for grades 4 through 12.
▪ All patrons will be held financially liable for replacing any unreturned items.
Accelerated Reading Guidelines for Check Out
Our focus at Covington ISD is on College and Career Readiness. By the time a child is in 4th grade they
need to be reading half informational books and half fiction. As students approach 8th grade they should be
reading 45% fictional and 55% informational. By graduation year students should be reading 70%
informational and 30% literary books.
To meet this goal, Covington will encourage students to check out a combination of fiction and nonfiction
books. If applicable, students should have at least one chapter book.
AR grade levels ● ALL students will read books meeting their AR reading level unless otherwise changed by the teacher.
● Kindergarten will check out at least one fiction and/or nonfiction book on the LG interest level.
● First through third graders are to read Lower Grade (LG) interest level books, these books are more
appropriate in vocabulary and context.
● Students in K-3 will not be permitted to read Middle Grade (MG) interest level books even if they are
on their level unless approved by their teacher.
● Grades 4 – 5 will read books on their assigned reading level with the LG and/or MG interest level AR.
Remember each student should be checking out at least 1 chapter book. After they have reached their
AR goal, students in grades fourth and fifth may check out books at their reading level and above on the
LG and/or MG interest level.
● Grade 6 will read books on their assigned reading level with the MG interest level. They may choose
books from the high school area with the MG level with approval from their teacher. After sixth grade
students have reached their AR Goal, students may check out books at their reading level and above on
the MG interest level.
● Remember to encourage students to check out a combination of fiction and nonfiction books.
Elementary Accelerated Reading Expectations ● Each six weeks students that have earned their goal will earn some type of reward provided by the
librarian. Students will also earn a free coupon at the end of each six weeks.
● Teachers should be providing some type of visual cues in class and classroom rewards for students that
are meeting goals.
LUNCH We will have several lunch periods beginning at 10:35 and ending at 1:00 p.m. All students are restricted to
campus during lunch and all other periods of the school day. This is a teacher’s duty-free time; enjoy as
you see fit.
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MAIL BOXES You should come by every morning when arriving at school and get all items from your box which is located
in the teacher workrooms. All memos and bulletins are put in your box during the latter part of the school
day. Mail will be boxed daily. DO NOT use your mailbox for a storage bin.
NURSE Lacey Lavender, LVN, is the nurse. She is in her office in the Eldon Roy Kiblinger (ERK) Building from
7:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. If you have a student in your class who needs medical attention,
send them with a pass to the nurse’s office. It is no longer necessary to send them to the principals’ offices
unless the nurse is out. The nurse will send out an email letting the staff know when she is unavailable.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES Conferences need to be viewed as an opportunity to share information about the student. This can be a good
learning experience and benefit the student. Teachers should bring their grade book, a sampling of the
student’s work, copies of disciplinary referrals, and any other pertinent documents. Greet the parents and try
to make them feel comfortable. They are here because they are concerned about their child. Be sure and give
the parents an opportunity to express their concerns.
PERSONAL LEAVE POLICY
Policy DEC, DECA, DECB
Please see Employee Handbook.
PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE PROCEDURES If you need to see either principal in your classroom, please use the intercom to let the secretaries know to
request them to come to you and they will relay the message or call you when they can meet with you.
Copies
Do not send students to the office with request for copies. You may call on the intercom to request an office
aide, if one is available, to come make a copy for you. We will be providing a schedule of when
Office Aides will be available. Please help us utilize them during the class periods we have them. The
principals’ offices should be avoided for making classroom copies. Normal business operations should not be
impeded by teacher use.
Teacher Classroom Supplies
Teacher’s classroom supplies that are provided by CISD, such as dry erase markers, staples, tape, etc., can
still be requested by emailing Sarah Ramirez/Lora McFarland. Do not send a student out of class to get
supplies. You must follow the email procedure. If you send a student your request will not be filled.
Bookrooms
Permission from the Principal is required to enter bookrooms. Doors are locked at all times. Note: These are
bookrooms not storage closets. You must complete and submitt a Maintenance Request Form for all items
that need to be put into storage.
The supply closet in the elementary principal’s office is the storage for student records. Due to confidenti-
ality issues, this room is off limits UNLESS you are reviewing a student’s permanent record. There is a log
book that you must sign when reviewing records at any time.
PURCHASE ORDERS (Revised 7/11/17)
Please complete all requested information on the purchase order (PO) request form (product number
description, cost, shipping cost, how you will be ordering (PO or VISA), etc. If your order has numerous
items, you may attach a copy of the online shopping cart, brochure, or other documentation that describes the
items being ordered and write “see attached” on the form. If it is for training/workshop/conference, attach a
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copy of the description of the training/workshop/conference that includes the cost. Just make sure that you
clearly mark what you are ordering and the quantities of the items. You must INCLUDE SHIPPING AND
HANDLING CHARGES! The following process is very important and must be followed when spend-
ing any kind of school funds:
1. Complete Purchase Order Request Form (available in the “FORMS” folder on the staff webpage on the
district’s website)
2. Turn completed form in to your campus principal for approval
3. Once approved by the principal, the form is given to the business office to enter in to the
Ascender requisitions system.
4. Superintendent receives requisition online for approval
5. Director of Business, Personnel, and Operations receives requisition online for approval
6. Ascender program assigns purchase order number and PO is printed and a copy will be placed in the
requesting employee’s mailbox
7. Employee will place order and hold on to their copy until order is received.
8. When order is received, the employee signs the packing slip as received and turns it in with their copy
of the PO to the business office.
9. Business office pays vendor.
No purchases may be made without a purchase order. To avoid complications and embarrassment, please
refrain from making orders without written approval by purchase order. On Wal-Mart purchases, please
continue checking out the card as always.
Regarding POs with school credit card, please make sure that if you plan to make your purchase with a
school VISA card, that you check at the top of the PO form “Paying with VISA.” If you do not check this,
the wrong vendor will be entered and the business office will have to delete all of the work that has been
done and enter it all again in order for the correct vendor to be paid. Thank you for your attention to this im-
portant detail.
RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE TEACHING AREA The teacher is in control of all classroom activities and has authority to govern student conduct in the class-
room and in all other forms of school activities. Please refer to the district's Student Code of
Conduct in the student handbook and put it into practice.
Teachers are responsible for their classroom and its contents. We expect you to keep your room in an
orderly manner. You should arrange your student desks each day after your last teaching class, pick up paper,
check the windows and turn off all lights when leaving your teaching area. Pre lock doors and leave open.
Expected Guidelines for a successful class:
1. Be at the door greeting students as they enter your classroom.
2. Teach well planned lessons that last the entire period.
3. Avoid working on the computer while students are working on assignments.
4. Enforce all school rules.
5. Be professional at all times.
6. Remember that every student is someone’s pride and joy and treat him/her accordingly.
Teachers are NOT allowed to send students to the ISS room (for homework or discipline).This must have
approval from a Principal.
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SCHOOL SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN **Please refer to your Emergency Management Plan for specifics.**
Important Things to Keep In Mind: Your grade book is very important in times of crisis – Who is absent? Who is missing presently? Keep it
with you at all times. In the event of an evacuation, lock the door to your classroom.
Defer all questions from media to administration - do not give names of any individuals involved (issues of
sensitivity, confidentiality, legality).
Do not repeat rumors or hearsay.
Some teachers may be needed to assist contacting parents/guardians of student body as a whole in order to
give accurate information and allay fears. Parents shouldn’t have to learn about incident from the news me-
dia. A script will be provided.
FIRE DRILLS
In case of a fire drill in this building the following procedures should be followed:
● A fire alarm will sound. ● In this event, lead class safely and quickly to assigned location per evacuation plan. ● Call roll for students and check for injuries. ● Follow all instructions. ● Prepare for site evacuation and wait for the ALL CLEAR signal ● PLEASE REFER TO CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN AND BE AWARE OF THIS
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
LOCK DOWN PROCEDURE
**Please refer to your Emergency Management Plan for specifics.**
TORNADO DRILL
In case of a tornado drill in this building the following procedures should be followed:
● A vocal message will signal for a tornado alert drill. ● In this event, bring all classes to the closest restroom or closet. ● Line the students up along the walls and on the floor of their assigned area. ● PLEASE REFER TO CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN AND BE AWARE OF THIS
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY.
STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND CLASSES AND CLUBS
Covington ISD maintains an established student activity fund which includes class and various club ac-
counts. All requests for checks must be filled out and signed by the sponsor. All check requests must have
an invoice attached. The check requests must be submitted to the Business Office. If you need further infor-
mation concerning student activity funds, please see the Pam Frazier, Director of Business, Personnel &
Operations, in the administration office.
Check requests for class accounts must be signed by a class adviser (i.e. senior advisers may sign for the
senior class, etc.) The list of club accounts and their current sponsors is as follows:
NAME OF CLUB SPONSOR
Junior High Cheerleaders Mrs. Karlicek
High School Cheerleaders Mrs. Karlicek
F.F.A. Mr. Swilley/Mr. Schmidt
Gifted and Talented Mrs. Plants
One Act Play Mrs. McFarland & Mrs. Anthony
U.I.L. Elementary Coordinator Mrs. Pipes
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U.I.L. Junior High Coordinator Mrs. Karlicek
NEHS Mrs. Finley
NHS Mrs. Anthony
NJHS Mrs. Nickell
U.I.L. Secondary Coordinator Mr. Cornelison
Elementary Student Council Mrs. Finley
Secondary Student Council Mrs. Nickell
STUDENT DEPARTURE FROM CAMPUS
Students who wish to leave campus during the school day must first report to the office for approval. The
following procedure will be followed in granting this approval.
● The student reports to the principal’s office before school with a note from the parent to be excused
from school during the day. Office personnel will initial the note which will state the time the student
may depart campus. Students must sign out in the office before leaving and turn the note in to the
attendance clerk.
● The student reports to the office (without a note from parent) and states the reason for leaving campus.
If the reason is valid, a member of the office staff will contact the student's parent/guardian by phone. If
parent approval is granted, the student will properly sign out.
● Any student who does not properly sign out will receive an unexcused absence for periods missed and
will be subject to disciplinary action.
STUDENT USE OF TELEPHONE Faculty members are not to let students use the phone. If you feel that it is an emergency in regard to the
welfare of the student, send that student to the principal’s office with a note and your signature to use the
phone.
SUBSTITUTES If you become ill or find that you are unable to be in school the following day and you know that you will be
absent or need a substitute, please contact Lora McFarland at (817) 526-4191 as soon as possible but
preferably not between the hours of 9:00 pm to 6:00 am. If you know ahead of time (for example-workshops,
Dr. appointments, etc) that you will be absent and need a substitute, you must complete a Staff Absence form
ahead of time to for approval by the appropriate principal because these are used in paying the substitute.
Even if a substitute is not required, you must complete a staff absence form.
Do NOT call the school and leave a message, as she will be unable to cover your class. If you are unable to
contact Mrs. McFarland, you should call Mr. Blalock (817) 774-8127 or Mrs. Edens (254) 580-5576
Staff Absence forms are located in the elementary office and high school teacher workroom.
Our substitutes are vital to the school district. We want them to enjoy coming to Covington and helping us
out. The best way to do this is to be sure that you have signed your absence from duty slip in a timely fashion
because this is what is used to pay the substitutes. It is your responsibility to sign, date, and return this form
to Mrs. McFarland on the day that you return to work.
Make sure you have an updated sub folder with copies copies already made for your sub on file in the ap-
propriate Principal’s office. THIS IS TO BE USED ONLY FOR EMERGENCY.
Do not leave the substitute without lesson plans or copies to be made.
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TEACHER EVALUATIONS One formal evaluation will be done a year. This evaluation will be unannounced. A walk through will be
done as needed.
T-TESS APPRAISAL CALENDAR
August 23, 2021-----------ALL staff refresher - schedule w/Joel Blalock
September 27, 2021-------Goal Setting and Professional Development (GSPD) Plan Due
October 4, 2021------------Teacher Informal and Formal Observations May Begin
April 29, 2022--------------ALL End of Year Conferences MUST be complete
Teacher observation can take place no earlier than Monday, October 4, 2021. Friday, April 29, 2022
will be the last day for all end of year conferences. No observations will be permitted on the last day of
instruction before any official school holiday.
● Teachers may send an email to your campus principal if you are going to waive your formal
observation for the 2021-2022 school year. This is only for returning teachers that did not score
below proficient in any area of TTESS.
Formal Observations will be at least 45 minutes or shorter segments of at least 15 minutes plus additional
walk-throughs at the appraiser’s discretion.
● Written summary presented to teacher within 10 working days of the formal observation ● Advanced notice will not be given ● Pre and post conference ● Documentation of walk-throughs given to the teacher within 10 working days ● Last day for End of Year Conference – Friday, April 29, 2022
*Teacher may respond, rebut or request a new appraisal within 10 working days after receiving any
documentation.
TEACHER ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE Arrival time for all teachers is 7:30 a.m. and departure time is 4:00 p.m.
If you need to leave campus during your conference time, be sure and sign out in the principal’s office. This
should be for emergency purposes only or school business.
TEACHER DUTY Each teacher is considered to be on hall duty between each period. The primary purpose of this require-
ment is to provide adequate supervision of our students and to provide a safe school environment at all
times. Many potential problems may be reduced by the presence of responsible adult supervision in the
halls. Teachers who are assigned a duty period are expected to report at assigned time and perform all
duties as assigned by the supervisor. Unless assigned a special duty, each teacher will be on hall duty
between 7:30am – 7:45am; then again from 3:45pm – 3:50pm, and between classes.
When needing a sub, please make sure the sub coordinator knows if you have duty on the day of your
absence.
TECHNOLOGY TRAINING Technology training will be made available throughout the year. Schedules will be posted at a later date.
TEXTBOOKS The textbook coordinator for the district is Mrs. Edens. Karen Plants will be responsible for checking books
in & out to teachers. Teachers shall be responsible for issuing textbooks to all students and recording the
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student’s name and book number on the Textbook Form. At the end of the year, each student shall return to
the teacher the books issued to them. Students are responsible for all books checked out to them. Students
will be issued books and are required to turn in these books at the close of the course. Students who lose
their books are required to contact their campus office and arrange to pay for the book. If the lost book is
paid for, the student will be issued another book and should the lost book be recovered, prior to the close of
school, the student will be refunded his/her money. A damage fee will be paid by the student for books that
are abused. The record of all school issued books must be cleared before a student's school transcript may be
released. Elementary students in PK- 6th grade will be issued one school wide folder to be used. If lost or
damaged, then it can be replaced for $2.00 each in the elementary office.
UIL ACTIVITIES Covington ISD encourages all students to participate in some form of activity sponsored by the University
Interscholastic League (UIL). The UIL jurisdiction covers different types of athletics, band, theater arts and
literary academic skills. Any students that participate in any form of competitive activity will be governed
on the same guidelines as set up by the UIL.
VIDEOS/MOVIES No videos or movies are to be shown to students during class time for entertainment purposes. Videos or
movies that are part of the curriculum may be shown, but may not be more than a PG rating. Please do not
ask to show movies or videos for rewards. Let’s reward our students by assuring that they have been given
the best education that we can provide for them. Before showing any movie an approval form must be
completed and submitted for approval by the appropriate principal. The approved form must be posted
outside of your classroom door during the showing of the video/movie.
WORK ORDERS The key to maintaining a building is to repair items as they are broken. As soon as you are aware that some-
thing is broken or needs to be maintained, complete and submit a work order to the appropriate principal’s
office for approval. Work order forms are available in the elementary office and the high school workroom.
WORKSHOPS All teachers are encouraged to attend workshops throughout the year. Do not assume that there is not money
for the workshop. Our district strongly encourages all teachers to stay up-to-date with educational practices
and attending workshops is an excellent way to do this. When planning to attend a workshop you need to
receive prior approval from the appropriate principal. There are two ways to pay for expenses incurred
while at the workshop:
● Complete Expense and Reimbursement Forms and attach all receipts.
● Request an advance check (at least 2 weeks in advance) and turn in all receipts upon returning and
completing a Recap Expense Report of what you owe or of what the district owes you.
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BELL SCHEDULES (08/12/20)
Bell Schedule # 1 (JH & HS)
Daily Schedule (5 min passing)
Period Time
1st 7:50-8:45 (55m)
OWL 8:45-9:00 (15m)
2nd
9:05-9:50 (45m)
9:10 Attendance bell
3rd
9:55-10:40 (45m)
4th 10:45-11:30 (45m)
5th 11:35-12:20 (45m)
Lunch 12:25-1:00 (35m)
6th 1:05-1:50 (45m)
7th 1:55-2:40 (45m)
8th 2:45-3:45 (60m)
Buses Run 3:50 pm
JH/HS = (475m) (Includes 5 minute passing
Elementary (475m)
7:45 1st Morning Bell
7:50 Class starts
3:20 Dismissal - PK/K
3:30 Dismissal - 1st/2nd
3:35 Dismissal - 3rd
3:45 Release Bell - Dismissal 4th/5th/6th
Bell Schedule # 2 (JH & HS)
Early Dismissal (12:30) Schedule
Period Time
1st 7:50-8:45 (55m)
OWL 8:45-9:00 (15m)
2nd
9:05-9:50 (45m)
9:10 Attendance bell
3rd
9:55-10:40 (45m)
4th 10:45-11:30 (45m)
5th 11:35-12:20 (45m)
Lunch Grab and Go
Buses 12:30pm (35m)
JH/HS = (280) (Includes 3 minute passing)
Elementary Early Release (280m)
7:45 1st Morning Bell
7:50 Class starts
12:30 Release Bell
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Bell Schedule # 3 (JH & HS)
Delayed Start (10:00) Schedule
Period Time
1st 9:50-10:35 (45m)
2nd
10:38-11:13 (35m) (Paper attendance to office)
3rd
11:18-11:53 (35m)
4th 11:56-12:31 (35m)
Lunch
12:34-1:03 (29m)
5th 1:06-1:41 (35m)
6th
1:44-2:19 (35m)
7th 2:22-2:57 (35m)
8th
3:00-3:45 (45m)
Buses Run 3:50 pm
JH/HS (355m) (Includes 3 minute passing)
Elementary (355m)
9:45 1st Morning Bell
9:50 Class starts
3:45 Release Bell
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