SBDM Policy Statement

Cell phones and electronic devices other than school-issued devices are not to be used during the school day from 7:40 am - 2:20 pm. 

Students electing to bring a cell phone to school must keep it off and put it away for the duration of the school day until after dismissal. 

If a cell phone/telecommunication device other than a school-issued device is seen, used, or heard, it will be confiscated for the remainder of the school day.  It is the student's responsibility to retrieve the device from the office after their dismissal. 

Progressive discipline will be assigned by the grade-level administrator. 

Farnsley Middle School has adopted a Dress for Success Policy to develop a positive self-image and school climate for students. 

😊Permitted  X Unacceptable

Skirts/Skorts/Shorts/Jumpers

😊 Black, khaki, and navy

 😊Leggings only to be worn under skirts/skorts/shorts/jumpers/pants.  

X Leggings cannot be worn on their own.

X No jogging suits, yoga pants, wind-suits or sweatpants

X Skirts/shorts/jumpers must not have slits and should be 2 inches from the top of the knee

X No oversized pants or shorts/no sagging

Shirts

😊 Polo/Oxford shirts--solid color:  White, powder blue, royal blue, navy, yellow, grey and black. 

😊 Logos must be thumb size or smaller

😊 We encourage shirts to be tucked in to dress for success. 

X  Crop top, muscle, sleeveless or tank tops are not permitted. 

Sweater/Sweatshirts/Pullovers

😊 Solid Color:    White, grey, black, yellow, and blue

😊 ½ zip pullovers/sherpa

😊 Logos must be thumb size or smaller

X  No hoodies/ No full zippers

X  No oversized shirts

Shoes

😊 Shoes must completely cover the toes and heels

😊  Tennis shoes are best options

😊  Shoes must be a matching pair

X  No Crocs

Belts

😊  We encourage belts to be worn if clothing has belt loops.

X  No oversized belt buckles

Spirit Wear

😊  Farnsley activity T-shirts and sweatshirts are acceptable/ spirit wear ½ zip pullover

Accessories

😊  Purse may be carried but should be smaller than the school -issued iPad. 

😊iPad drawstring backpacks provided by the school can be carried during the school day (no substitutions) 

X  Hats, bandanas, eyeglasses without lenses, or sunglasses must remain in the locker.

Outerwear

😊  Jackets, coats, hoodies, ear warmer headbands, backpacks, etc. are stored in lockers before entering classrooms. 

X Jackets with logos promoting drug or alcohol use or any inappropriate symbol/suggestions are not permitted. 

Other

😊  Clear water bottles with water only are permitted. 

X  Headphones/personal iPads/Kindles/smartwatches/ electronic games, or toys are not permitted (lost/stolen items are not the responsibility of the school).

X  Cellphones--Students electing to bring a cell phone to school must keep the cell phone in their locker, turned off, for the duration of the school day. 

Disciplinary Actions

• Students will call home for proper clothes.

• Mark on Wildcat Card

• Lunch Detention

• Administrative Detention

• In-School Adjustment Program (ISAP)

• Items may be confiscated.

• Repeat cases are left to the discretion of the administration. 

Last updated:  8/11/21