Knightly News 704-736-1969 Fax 704-736-1966 August 2020 Vol. 4, Issue 1Knightly News

Welcome Back Greetings Knights Family, Words can’t possibly capture the feelings and emotions that I have in regards to the impact of the Coronavirus on our school community. I am beyond excited to have students back in classes again for the first time since March 13th. As I mentioned in the orientation video, this is an amazing opportunity for our students to help our society get back to a degree of normalcy. We will work diligently to ensure the safety of our students and the adherence to protocol that will allow us to continue having students on campus. I am confident that our students will rise to this occasion and help us make the return to school a success.As always, if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us here at the high school. We stand ready to support our students in the transition back to school and partner with you to make the 2020-2021 school year a success in spite of its many challenges. Be well, stay safe, and as always......Go Knights!Chip Cathey

Hello NL Knights faculty, staff, family, and students, It is with much excitement that I introduce myself as one of your assistant principals. I am coming from East Lincoln High School after being the assistant principal there for the last 5 years. Prior to that, I taught 7th-grade ELA at East Lincoln Middle School for 12 years. I was born and raised in Lincoln County and graduated from Lincolnton High School a long time ago. I received my undergrad degree from UNC-Charlotte and my Master’s in School Administration

from Gardner-Webb University. My hobbies include reading, spending time in the sun, listening to music, and napping. I love to spend time with my friends and family. Many of you are familiar with one family member in particular, my aunt, Carol Conner. I’m sure she will be delighted I will be calling myself a Knight! Although the start of this school year is unlike any we’ve ever experienced, I am ready to hit the ground running. I look forward to seeing old faces, as well as meeting all the new ones, soon.

Jennifer Huskey, Assistant Principal

We will use Canvas

for all CoursesClick here for directions on how

to access Cannvas.

What will your day

look like?

The front doors will be open at 7:10, please do not drop off students prior to 7:10 due to safety concerns. Student’s temperatures will be checked before being allowed to enter the building. *Parent or Guardian must stay in line until after student’s temperature is taken.Students should be picked up by 3:15 each day.

Morning Drop Off and Afternoon Pick-up

Click video to view “Entering the Building”

Click video to view “Going to 1st Period”

All information was current as of 8/14/2020. Please see school website for any updates due to possible changing guidelines.

Hello North Lincoln Knight Community,I am the proud new head coach of the Men’s soccer program, my name is John Viscomi. As a transplant from Connecticut with my wife, son and daughter in December ‘19, I began coaching in the area as soon as February with the Denver United U-18 Men’s Team and became part of the Knight Coaching Staff in March with your Woman’s JV Soccer Team. I am a Marine Corps Veteran and a retired Parole Officer

from the State of CT. My soccer coaching experience began in ‘97 with a local CT high school Men’s JV Team and after the first year moved into the head coaching position. I have coached club soccer for more than 13 years and continue with the Denver United U-12 Girls this fall season. I look forward to coaching this fall season in pursuit of the school’s first men’s soccer championship. GO KNIGHTS!

Welcome to the FamilyI will be teaching Biology as well as helping coach volleyball and women’s basketball this year at NLHS. I am originally from Alexander County

but I am a recent graduate of Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, TN. I graduated with a Bachelor’s in History and a Secondary Education Licensure. I also was a triple jumper on the track team for three years at C-N. I am really excited to be a Knight this year! Have a great year!

Hello! My name is Bibi Schmidt. I graduated from Appalachian State University, and have taught high school math for 13 years. Eight of those years I taught at NLHS, and I am so excited to be back! I also have a

masters degree in administration. I am so lucky to have the support from my husband Charles and 3 children, Halle, Peyton, and Bryson. I look forward to a great school year!

Grace Vinson

John ViscomiBibi Schmidt

Knight Nation, my name is Brad Mangum and I will be serving the North Lincoln community as an Exceptional Children’s teacher and as your Head Women’s Basketball Coach and also the

Men’s Golf Coach. I am excited to be a part of the North Lincoln community, as I live in Iron Station. My wife is born and raised in this area (formerly Brooke Michael) and we have two daughters Adi and Annie. I bring 18 years of basketball coaching experience with 8 years of head coaching experience and one year of college experience. I attended CVCC to play golf and then graduated from App State. I look forward to meeting this great community!“All Day, Every Knight” - Coach Mangum

Brad Mangum

Department ChangesLindsey Fier has moved to become our media specialist and Jesse Beane will

be teaching CTE classes.

Hello Knights! I am eager to begin this new, and very interesting, school year out with you all as a Knight! I am coming from Bandys High School, where I taught English and coached soccer for 3 years. I played soccer at Lenoir-Rhyne and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature, then went on to get my Masters Degree in Education. I can’t adequately put into words just how much books and the game of soccer have changed my life, but just as much as the thing that you love the most probably has in your own life! I am wildly passionate about the miracles that books and sports can work in a child’s life, and am so excited to share my energy, passion, and knowledge with the North Lincoln Community! It’s going to be a great year!

Emmi Dunn (Slagle)

Alonzo CusterHello North Lincoln, My name is Alonzo Custer and I am excited about the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. I will teach in the Social Studies and Physical Education departments during the school day. I will serve as the Girl’s Golf Coach in the Fall. I will also serve as the after school Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for all off season athletes during the school year. I am a graduate of Gardner-Webb University where

I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science and also played football. I have been teaching and coaching in North Carolina for 22 years. I am married to my wonderful wife Wendi and we have 4 amazing children. I enjoy spending time with my family, exercising and playing golf. Being healthy and modeling a healthy lifestyle is at the forefront of my daily life. I am excited to bring my experiences both in academics and in athletics to North Lincoln High School to help activate our student’s abilities to achieve their future goals. I’m proud to be part of NLHS and look forward to a successful school year!

Hi Knight family! My name is Angela Graves and I am one of the new Inclusion EC teachers. Although many of you probably don’t know my face, I already feel like part of the family through the email communication we had last year during remote learning. I am married with two beautiful children, Kai (5) and Wa-le-la (8). I graduated from Western Carolina University with a degree in Inclusive education (special education k-12 and general education k-6). I am currently enrolled in my masters program in special education at WCU as well. My family also consists of our 5 dogs, 2 cats, and Guinea pig. Outside of work, we enjoy being outdoors, remodeling/building together,

listening to music, and going on adventures. I am excited to continue my journey here at North Lincoln High School!

Angela Graves

Policy & ProceduresMasksBased upon guidance from the NCDHHS and Governor’s office, schools must ensure that all K-12 students and all teachers, staff, and adult visitors, wear face cloth coverings regardless of their location on campus, unless the person (or family member, for a student) states and has documentation that an exception applies, is eating, or is engaged in strenuous physical activity. Cloth face coverings must be worn by all K-12 grade students and all teachers, staff and adult visitors on buses or other school transportation vehicles, inside school buildings, and anywhere on school grounds, including outdoors. Short breaks from wearing face cloth coverings will take place during the school day while students are stationary and 6 feet apart. This guidance was updated by the State on July 24, 2020.

The North Lincoln Student Services Office would like to welcome everyone back for the 2020-21 school year. We look forward to working with all of our students again this year, and getting to know our new freshmen. We would like to introduce our staff:Pamela Black works with students in all grade levels with the last name A-F. Email: pblack@lincoln.k12.nc.us Lori Maxwell works with students in all grade levels with the last name G-O. If your child has a 504 plan, Ms. Maxwell will be the contact person for any issues or concerns. Email: lmaxwell@lincoln.k12.nc.usLaura Thornhill works with students in all grade levels with the last name P-Z.Email: lthornhill@lincoln.k12.nc.us

Neill Tapp is the guidance secretary. He is available to help with transcripts, registration of new students, and withdrawals. Contact him at ntapp@lincoln.k12.nc.us or call 704-736-1017 ext 61034.Guidance asks that students and parents contact the counselor who is assigned to their alphabet. Counselors are available to discuss schedules, post-secondary planning, scholarships, personal issues, and other issues as needed. Their job is to help students be successful in high school and help with any issues or con-cerns that they may have. Counselors will be available for virtual office hours on Wednesday during the remote PLAN day. Please contact your counselor via email to schedule an appointment.Christie Burke is our Career Development Coordinator. She works with students on career planning, and is the contact person for classes at the Lincoln County School of Technology, as well as other career technical courses at North Lincoln. Ms. Burke is also the contact person for the Cosmetology and Welding programs through Gaston College and all military. If students are interested in doing an internship for fall semester, they should email Mrs. Burke in order to get an application. Email: cburke@lincoln.k12.nc.us

STUDENT

Schedule change requests may be made via the NLHS webpage. Please submit the google schedule change request form: Schedule change

A counselor will be in touch with you. Please keep in mind that all requests may not be granted. Due to class size restrictions for Covid, many of our classes are already full.

Fall Schedule Changes

SERVICES

Policy & Procedures

Car RidersCar riders will be released at 3:00All vehicles picking up students must go through the line. NO STUDENT PICK UP IS ALLOWED IN THE PARKING LOTS.

Bus RidersIf you have questions about bus routes please contact Ms. Huskey or check our school website.Bus Frequently Asked QuestionsWill students be required to wear a face covering while riding the school bus? YES! Face coverings will be required while traveling on buses or other school transportation vehicles. As recommended by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, bus windows will be left down while on route to increase the circulation of fresh air.

Will buses be limited to the number of passengers that can be transported? YES! Buses will be limited to 22 or 24 passengers, this is determined by the size of the bus. This is the equivalent to one student per seat. Siblings and students residing in the same home will be allowed to share one seat. Students will only be allowed to ride their assigned bus and will not be able to ride home with other students unless they are assigned to the same bus route. How often will buses be clean? Buses will be sanitized twice a day, at the end of the morning route and afternoon route.

Will students be health screened and temperature checked at the bus stop? NO. Temperature checks and other COVID-19 related health screening will take place at the school. However, parents and students using transportation service will be required to sign a “Parent Acknowledgment and Attestation Form.” This form attests that parents are health screening and temperature checking their child each day before sending them to a bus stop, school facility, or school related events.

Will hand sanitizer be offered to students on school buses? YES Hand sanitizer (with at least 60% alcohol) will be located at the entrance of the school bus directly beside the handrail. It can be used by both students and staff as they enter and exit the school bus each day.

With buses not operating at full capacity will this make routes longer? YES With the capacity of buses being 22 to 24 students, the routes will be longer. We will be required to run double runs to get all students home using school bus transportation.

Transportation

Electronic Devices(including cell phones, computers, smart watches, etc.) may be used during class time for academic purposes with teacher discretion. The school is not responsible for any lost or stolen electronic items. NLHS has adopted a “Power Down” rule which requires students, when prompted, to immediately power down all devices and put them away. Any infractions of the “Power Down” Rule will result in an office referral for insubordination.

Parking Passes Passes will be sold in Guidance on Monday 8/17 and Tuesday 8/18 from 8:30-11:30 and on Thursday 8/20 and Friday 8/21 from 9:30-11:30The cost is 12.50 per quarter. Students are only allowed to pay for the 1st quarter. Only checks for $12.50 are accepted. *Parking Permit and Drug-Screening Forms must be signed by student AND parent/guardian. Forms are linked here. Parking Permit Form Drug Testing Consent Form

POWER

DOWN

Regular Bell ScheduleFirst Period 8:00 – 9:35 (Dismiss LCST 2nd period students at 9:25)

Second Period 9:42 – 11:12 (Dismiss LCST 3rd period students at 11:07)

Third Period (and lunch) 11:19 – 1:19

Fourth Period 1:30 – 2:50

2:50 Student Driver Dismissal3:00 Car Rider Dismissal *Bus riders will be dismissed once their bus arrives on campus.

Announcing Online Student Registration/Data Verification for the upcoming school year is now available! The system allows our district to verify all student demographic, emergency, medical information and numerous consent forms for your child prior to the start of the new school year. This process replaces the paper forms sent home at the beginning of each school year. You will use the PowerSchool Parent Portal to access the Registration. How do I get started?Visit https://lincoln550.powerschool.com/public/ and Sign In to the Parent Portal Account. If you do not have a Parent Portal account already set up, you will need to create an account. From the Parent Portal:1.Select the student you wish to register along the top2. Select the Student Registration Icon on the left side for 2020-2021.3. Agree to the terms and conditions4. Select Begin FormsI can’t remember my login for the PowerSchool Parent Portal.If you are not able to retrieve your login credentials using the “Having trouble signing in?” link on the Sign In page, please contact your school directly for assistance logging in to the Parent Portal or email schooldata@lincoln.k12.nc.us.

AttendanceHow will attendance work with an A-B day schedule? Online only?• Attendance will be taken each day of the school year in PowerSchool for on-site and remote instruction days. • In order to be considered in attendance, a student must be present on-site for the school day or at a place other than on-site,

remote learning, with the approval of the appropriate school official for the purpose of attending an authorized school activity. Requirements for student attendance for remote instructional days shall be in accordance with the public school unit’s remote instruction plan. Please refer to Board Policy 4400 Attendance for information concerning excused absences, excuse notes, or excessive absences.

• A student is considered present for the purposes of daily attendance during a remote instruction day and with the exception of the initial enrollment day as follows.

• Public school units shall communicate the attendance procedures to students and parents/families before the first day of remote instruction begins. It is a local decision as to the method of this communication. In order to be considered in attendance, a student must be present on-site for the school day or at a place other than on-site with the approval of the appropriate school official for the purpose of attending an authorized school activity. Requirements for student attendance for remote instructional days shall be in accordance with the public school unit’s remote instruction plan. (Excerpt from Dr. Morrow FAQ, July 31, 2020 - Revised August 7, 2020)

Absence PolicyWhen a student is absent, a valid written excuse must be presented to the office within three school days of the student’s return or the absence(s) will be coded “unexcused.” For high school students, excuse notes prepared and signed by parents will be accepted for 5 absences during each semester. Written documentation from a doctor, dentist, or court official must be submitted in order for absences beyond the limit of 5 parent approved absences per semester to be officially coded as “excused”.All absences and tardies (excuded or not)count toward teacher exam exemptions. (A=4, B=3, C=2)

Please fax any excuse notes to 704-736-1966 or email attendance clerk garry.robinson@lincoln.k12.nc.us . If you have any additional questions please contact our front office between the hours of 9-2.

Procedures for tardies to school and to classStudents who arrive at school after 8:00 a.m. are tardy to school. Students who arrive before 8:15am should report directly to class, after 8:15am students should report to the office and present any notes regarding the reason for the tardy. Students who are late to school but not to class (e.g., who come in time for their second period class) will be still be counted tardy to school.

Students who drive to school will lose their parking privileges if they are late to school more than five times during a semester. The first offense will be the loss of parking privileges for 5 days and a $25.00 reissue fee. The second offense will result in a 10 day loss of parking and a $25.00 reissue fee. The third offense will result in the loss of parking for remainder of Semester and a $25.00 reissue fee.

Tardy Policy:1st & 2nd Tardy - Warning3rd Tardy - Parent Contact4th Tardy - Teacher Determined Consequence5th Tardy (and beyond) - Office Referral

Classroom teacher has discretion to enforce teacher detention (Break detention, before/after school, allow two days to complete, etc.)

A student who fails to serve the teacher detention within two days will receive an office referral and administrative discipline for failing to observe teacher/classroom rules.

Failure to attend detention will result in assignment to in-school suspension and loss of parking permit if applicable.

Policy & Procedures

• If a student completes their assignments for each remote instruction day, either online or offline; and/or • If a student has a daily check-in, a two-way communication, with the appropriate teacher(s): • All other grade levels, each course teacher as scheduled

Grading With the various challenges presented with a hybrid model of distance and face-to-face instruction, assessment of learning will be limited to a maximum of three assessment grades per week per class. Teachers may give one major assessment (test, project, presentation, etc.) and up to two minor assessments (daily quiz, homework grade, etc.). Following this expectation, a student could have up to twelve grades in a week’s time (four subjects with three assessments per class). Grades will be recorded in Power School, so students and parents/guardians should stay abreast of grades throughout the school year and contact the student’s teacher with any questions or concerns.

Dress CodeRegulation Code: 4316-R Student Dress CodeAppearance or clothing which is disruptive, provocative, indecent, vulgar, obscene, or which advertises illegal drugs or displays obnoxious or indecent signs, symbols or drawings, or which endangers the health or safety of the student or others is prohibited. Articles of clothing which are offensive to race, creed, color, or sex will not be permitted. Clothing must be age appropriate.The Board of Education recognizes that all inappropriate dress cannot be defined within the context of this section. Therefore, the Board of Education delegates to the school administrators the authority to determine the appropriateness or inappropriateness of dress not specifically addressed in this section. The following attempts to address inappropriate student dress:• Tops, tank tops, and shirts must cover chest, back, and midriff. Any top, tank top, or shirt must have shoulder straps of at least two (2) inches in width.• Shorts, skirts, and dresses should not be shorter than mid-thigh.• Tights/leggings should not be worn as outer wear.• Slashed, cut-up clothing, or holes in clothes from the knee up.• “Sagging” pants.• Underwear worn as outerwear.• Clothing with alcohol, tobacco, or controlled substance advertisement or reference.• Clothing displaying vulgar writing, symbols of sexual reference, or racial comments.• Exposed undergarments.• See-through clothing.• No headgear, hats, or hoods can be worn inside a school building during the school day without prior approval by the school administration for special occasions.• Gang attire is prohibited during the regular school day and at extra curricular events. Any dress, bookbags, or materials that reflect association with or promoting of a “gang” are prohibited. Determination is made by the administration or resource officer.• Decorative lenses• The Code for Student Behavior bans various modes of dress that would fall under the “disruptive behavior” category.• Dark glasses worn inside a building are prohibited.• No bedroom shoes or sleepwear can be worn without prior approval of the school administration for special occasions.• Chains or jewelry that hang from wallets.• Spiked collars, rings, and bracelets which may be used as a weapon, cause injury, or hinder movement.Discipline for violating the student dress code:• First Offense - Warning and student will be required to change clothes.• Second Offense - Parent notified and student assigned to detention for up to one day.• Third Offense - Parent notified and one day suspension• Fourth Offense - Will be considered major infraction and therefore subject to level one offense

Policy & ProceduresAs we begin the quest for a Happy and Healthy 2020-2021 school year, here are a few reminders from our nurse - Jennifer Lane:Please make sure you keep the school updated on any health conditions.Complete the updated student health data sheet. If you think your student will require a health plan, make sure you note that in the appropriate spot on that form.If your student requires any medication on campus they will need to have a medication form completed by a physician and on file. The medication always needs to be checked into the front office by a parent/guardian unless self carry. Self carry medications only include inhalers or epipens and still require a medication form. There is a new immunization requirement for Seniors: meningococcal booster. Transfer students need to ensure they

have submitted immunization records and a health assessment if from out of state. If you have any questions or

concerns please contact the school nurse at 980-429-6038 or jennifer.lane@lincoln.k12.nc.us

Code of Conduct Linkhttps://www.lcsnc.org/site/handlers/filedownload.ashx?moduleinstanceid=3626&dataid=15626&FileName=2020-2021%20Parent-Student%20Handbook.pdf

Picture Days

Underclassmen pictures are

scheduled for Oct. 13th & 16th.

Senior Portraits are scheduled for Nov. 16th, 17th, 19th &

2oth

Drivers Education InformationDue to Covid, the county is working

on rescheduling the first session to be held. More information will be available as it is published. Any student who was already enrolled in Driver’s Education in March when the Governor shut down schools will be prioritized first. Any additional questions, please call 704-736-1017 and ask for Neill Tapp or dial extension 61034.

Breakfast & Lunch Cafeteria NewsLunch will be held in 3rd Period classrooms. If your child prefers to purchase Lunch:

Lunches will be pre-boxed with all components (entrée, vegetables, fruit, utensils, and condiments). Each box will contain the same vegetable and fruit options but students will be able to make their choice of entrees. Milk will be provided with all meals.Students will go by the cafeteria during their designated lunch period and select the boxed meal of their choice while maintaining social distancing. Student meal accountability: Currently operating under a federal waiver, we will not need to know student names but will keep a count of meals distrib-uted. If the waiver is not extended past August 31, 2020, we will be required to account for which students are receiving meals and will address that as needed.

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First Practice November 4 First Practice November 23 First Practice December 7 First Practice January 11First Contest November 16 First Contest December 7 First Contest January 4 First Contest January 25Final Reg. Season Contest January 8 Final Reg. Season Contest January 30 Final Reg. Season Contest February 19 Final Reg. Season Contest March 12

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First Practice February 8 First Practice March 1 First Practice April 12First Contest February 26 First Contest March 15 First Contest April 26Final Reg. Season Contest April 9 Final Reg. Season Contest April 30 Final Reg. Season Contest June 11

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2020-2021 NCHSAA Amended Sports Calendar

Cheerleading Invitational

Cross-Country Soccer (M)BasketballSwimming & Diving

Softball Wrestling

Volleyball

Soccer (W)

May 1st

Track & Field

Tennis (W)

Lacrosse (M&W)

Tennis (M)

Football Golf (M&W) Baseball

August 12, 2020

First Practice November 4 First Practice November 23 First Practice December 7 First Practice January 11First Contest November 16 First Contest December 7 First Contest January 4 First Contest January 25Final Reg. Season Contest January 8 Final Reg. Season Contest January 30 Final Reg. Season Contest February 19 Final Reg. Season Contest March 12

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First Practice February 8 First Practice March 1 First Practice April 12First Contest February 26 First Contest March 15 First Contest April 26Final Reg. Season Contest April 9 Final Reg. Season Contest April 30 Final Reg. Season Contest June 11

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Season Limit 14 Matches Season Limit 14 MatchesWeekly Limit 2 Matches Weekly Limit 2 Matches

Season Limit 14 Games Season Limit 10 MeetsWeekly Limit 2 Games Weekly Limit 2 Meets

Season Limit 14 Games Season Limit 14 DualsWeekly Limit 2 Games Weekly Limit 2 Duals

2020-2021 NCHSAA Amended Sports Calendar

Cheerleading Invitational

Cross-Country Soccer (M)BasketballSwimming & Diving

Softball Wrestling

Volleyball

Soccer (W)

May 1st

Track & Field

Tennis (W)

Lacrosse (M&W)

Tennis (M)

Football Golf (M&W) Baseball

August 12, 2020

Student athletes and parents Please pay close attention to the following: Fall sport athletes that have now been pushed to Spring - it is imperative that you check your schedules. You must take a full load, 4 classes this Fall. You must pass 3 of the 4 to be eligible to play sports in the Spring. If you only take 2 classes you will be automatically ineligible. Please address immediately and contact the guidance office with any questions or concerns.

Policy & Procedures

Online DisciplineOnline Discipline Matrix

Major Problem Behavior Definition Observed Distance Learning BehaviorAbusive Language/ Inappropriate Language/ Profanity

Student delivers verbal messages that include swearing, name calling, or use of words in an inappropriate way.

• Obscene language in chat or voice • Obscene physical gestures• Obscene images on camera

Academic Dishonesty* (Cheating and Plagiarism)

Cheating includes the actual giving or receiving of any unauthorized assistance, or the actual giving or receiving of an unfair advantage on any form of academic work. Plagiarism includes copying the language, structure, idea and/or thought of another and representing it as one’s own original work;

Cheating is• copying from another student's test or work,• allowing another student to copy from your test or work,• using materials such as textbooks, notes, or formula lists during a test without the teacher's permission,• collaborating on an in-class or take-home test without the teacher's permission,• having someone else write or plan a paper or take a test for you.• using apps, such as PhotoMath, to complete assignments/testsPlagiarism examples:• A student is expected to write a book report about a book that his teacher has assigned. The student doesn't want to read the book and is bored with the subject. He visits websites that provide reviews and book reports and he copies from each of the different book reports to create one report of his own.• A student is expected to write a research paper on a topic in his history class. The student had a friend who took a similar class five years ago. The student asks his older friend for a copy of his paper and then takes the paper and passes it off as his own, turning it in to the teacher with his name on it.• A student takes a large block of text from a book and quotes it in his paper word-for-word. The student puts a footnote into the paper indicating where the text came from; but, the student does not give any indication in the text that he or she is quoting directly from the paper.

Bullying The delivery of direct or technology-based messages that involve intimidation, teasing, taunting, threats, or name calling.

• Repeated teasing or taunting in chat or video

Defiance/ Insubordination/Non-Compliance Student engages in refusal to follow

directions or talks back. Disrespect Student delivers socially rude or

dismissive messages to adults or students.

Disruption Student engages in behavior causing an interruption in a class or activity. Disruption includes sustained loud talk, yelling, or screaming; noise with materials; horseplay or roughhousing; and/or sustained out-of-seat behavior.

• Repeated distracting gestures, distracting virtual backgrounds, • Persistent yelling out when supposed to be muted • Continual chat that bothers others

Harassment The delivery of disrespectful messages in any format: gender, ethnicity, sexual, race, religion, disability, physical characteristics, or other protected class. These subtypes are based on documentation from the U.S. Office of Civil Rights.

Other Behavior(Other)

Student engages in problem behavior not listed.

Skip Class ** Student leaves or misses class without permission.

Tardy Student is late (as defined by the school) to class or the start of the school day (and Tardy is not considered a minor problem behavior in the school).

Technology Violation Student engages in inappropriate (as defined by school) use of cell phone, pager, music/video players, camera, and/or computer.

• Unauthorized use of another device (cell phone, gaming device) during instruction • Joining an online meeting that isn’t yours• Surfing to inappropriate sites

Minor Problem Behavior Definition Observed Distance Learning BehaviorDefiance Student engages in brief or low-

intensity failure to follow directions or talks back.

Disrespect Student delivers low-intensity, socially rude or dismissive messages to adults or students.

Disruption Student engages in low-intensity, but inappropriate disruption.

• Unnecessary, off-topic chat • Spamming chat channels with dozens of messages• Unmuting and saying something inappropriate

Inappropriate Language Student engages in low-intensity instance of inappropriate language.

• Low-level inappropriate language in chat or video

Other Student engages in any other minor problem behaviors that do not fall within the above categories.

Online Discipline Matrix

Tardy Student arrives at class after the bell (or signal that class has started).

Technology Violation Student engages in non-serious, but inappropriate (as defined by school) use of cell phone, pager, music/video players, camera, and/or computer.

Consequeces1st Offense: Warning and phone call home from administrator and teacher2nd Offense: Powerschool documentation and phone call home from administrator and teacher3rd Offense Same as 2nd offense, plus, loss of microphone, chat, and/or camera privileges up to three (3) days4th Offense: Student moves to paper/pencil packets (no online participation for the remainder of the quarter)

* Consequences for Acadmic Dishonesty1st Offense: A 0 (zero) on the assignment, phone call home from administrator and teacher, Powerschool documentation2nd Offense: A 0 (zero) on the assignment, phone call home from administrator and teacher, Powerschool documentation, ISS or OSSStudents may also jeopardize their standing in extracurricular activities, honor societies and other organizations pursuant to the by-laws of such organizations.BURDEN OF PROOF: It is the teacher's responsibility to provide evidence of a student's academic dishonesty. Evidence the teacher may introduce includes, but is not limited to, eyewitness accounts of the incident, similarities between papers and other text, or similarities between tests.

** Students who "skip" an online session will be marked Absent-Unexcused for that class

Online Discipline Matrix

Major Problem Behavior Definition Observed Distance Learning BehaviorAbusive Language/ Inappropriate Language/ Profanity

Student delivers verbal messages that include swearing, name calling, or use of words in an inappropriate way.

• Obscene language in chat or voice • Obscene physical gestures• Obscene images on camera

Academic Dishonesty* (Cheating and Plagiarism)

Cheating includes the actual giving or receiving of any unauthorized assistance, or the actual giving or receiving of an unfair advantage on any form of academic work. Plagiarism includes copying the language, structure, idea and/or thought of another and representing it as one’s own original work;

Cheating is• copying from another student's test or work,• allowing another student to copy from your test or work,• using materials such as textbooks, notes, or formula lists during a test without the teacher's permission,• collaborating on an in-class or take-home test without the teacher's permission,• having someone else write or plan a paper or take a test for you.• using apps, such as PhotoMath, to complete assignments/testsPlagiarism examples:• A student is expected to write a book report about a book that his teacher has assigned. The student doesn't want to read the book and is bored with the subject. He visits websites that provide reviews and book reports and he copies from each of the different book reports to create one report of his own.• A student is expected to write a research paper on a topic in his history class. The student had a friend who took a similar class five years ago. The student asks his older friend for a copy of his paper and then takes the paper and passes it off as his own, turning it in to the teacher with his name on it.• A student takes a large block of text from a book and quotes it in his paper word-for-word. The student puts a footnote into the paper indicating where the text came from; but, the student does not give any indication in the text that he or she is quoting directly from the paper.

Bullying The delivery of direct or technology-based messages that involve intimidation, teasing, taunting, threats, or name calling.

• Repeated teasing or taunting in chat or video

Defiance/ Insubordination/Non-Compliance Student engages in refusal to follow

directions or talks back. Disrespect Student delivers socially rude or

dismissive messages to adults or students.

Disruption Student engages in behavior causing an interruption in a class or activity. Disruption includes sustained loud talk, yelling, or screaming; noise with materials; horseplay or roughhousing; and/or sustained out-of-seat behavior.

• Repeated distracting gestures, distracting virtual backgrounds, • Persistent yelling out when supposed to be muted • Continual chat that bothers others

Harassment The delivery of disrespectful messages in any format: gender, ethnicity, sexual, race, religion, disability, physical characteristics, or other protected class. These subtypes are based on documentation from the U.S. Office of Civil Rights.

Other Behavior(Other)

Student engages in problem behavior not listed.

Skip Class ** Student leaves or misses class without permission.

Tardy Student is late (as defined by the school) to class or the start of the school day (and Tardy is not considered a minor problem behavior in the school).

Technology Violation Student engages in inappropriate (as defined by school) use of cell phone, pager, music/video players, camera, and/or computer.

• Unauthorized use of another device (cell phone, gaming device) during instruction • Joining an online meeting that isn’t yours• Surfing to inappropriate sites

Minor Problem Behavior Definition Observed Distance Learning BehaviorDefiance Student engages in brief or low-

intensity failure to follow directions or talks back.

Disrespect Student delivers low-intensity, socially rude or dismissive messages to adults or students.

Disruption Student engages in low-intensity, but inappropriate disruption.

• Unnecessary, off-topic chat • Spamming chat channels with dozens of messages• Unmuting and saying something inappropriate

Inappropriate Language Student engages in low-intensity instance of inappropriate language.

• Low-level inappropriate language in chat or video

Other Student engages in any other minor problem behaviors that do not fall within the above categories.

Online Discipline Matrix

Tardy Student arrives at class after the bell (or signal that class has started).

Technology Violation Student engages in non-serious, but inappropriate (as defined by school) use of cell phone, pager, music/video players, camera, and/or computer.

Consequeces1st Offense: Warning and phone call home from administrator and teacher2nd Offense: Powerschool documentation and phone call home from administrator and teacher3rd Offense Same as 2nd offense, plus, loss of microphone, chat, and/or camera privileges up to three (3) days4th Offense: Student moves to paper/pencil packets (no online participation for the remainder of the quarter)

* Consequences for Acadmic Dishonesty1st Offense: A 0 (zero) on the assignment, phone call home from administrator and teacher, Powerschool documentation2nd Offense: A 0 (zero) on the assignment, phone call home from administrator and teacher, Powerschool documentation, ISS or OSSStudents may also jeopardize their standing in extracurricular activities, honor societies and other organizations pursuant to the by-laws of such organizations.BURDEN OF PROOF: It is the teacher's responsibility to provide evidence of a student's academic dishonesty. Evidence the teacher may introduce includes, but is not limited to, eyewitness accounts of the incident, similarities between papers and other text, or similarities between tests.

** Students who "skip" an online session will be marked Absent-Unexcused for that class

NLHS Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Family Membership 2020-2021

PTO Scholarships: For each year membership dues are paid, your student’s name is entered into a drawing at the end of their Senior year for a chance to win an Educational Scholarship.

Membership: ➢ ____ Family with 1 student $10 ____Family with 2 or more students $20

➢ PuraVida Bracelet $5 each (in school colors!!) #_______ @ $5 each $________

➢ Donation for Teacher Classroom Educational Supplies $__________ Thank you!

Total Due: $____________ Payment: □ Credit Card Paypal or Venmo (@NLHS-PTO) □ Check # _____ Payable to NLHS PTO

□ Cash

NLHS Student Information: Student Name: __________________________________Grade: 9 10 11 12 Student Name: __________________________________Grade: 9 10 11 12 Student Name: __________________________________Grade: 9 10 11 12

Parent Contact Information: (Email only used for PTO news and updates on events)

Name:________________________________Phone #:__________________ Email:______________________________________

Shopping Card Information: (cards must be re-linked each year ):

Harris Teeter VIC # (11 digits)________________Last Name and Phone#_________________________

Ingles # ___________________________ Lowes Food # ___________________________

Other ways to help PTO-Please relink grocery stores every August: Amazon Smile Coke.com/Give Lowes Food Enrollment Ingles Enrollment Harris Teeter Enrollment Publix Partners Enrollment IKnight Technology Drive : PTO raises funds for technology each school year. Tax Deductible Donations, Employer Matching Gift Programs, Employer Volunteer Grant Programs, and Business Sponsorships are accepted.

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Contact us for more information: nlhsknightspto@gmail.com

The NLHS PTO helps with programs and activities to enrich the high school experience for all students. In addition to fundraising activities, the PTO promotes a school environment where Teachers and Staff can do

their best work and Students can do their best learning. Thank you for your support!

Rev 8/11/20

North Lincoln High School 

2737 Lee Lawing Road 

Lincolnton, NC 28092 

(704) 736-1969 

August 11, 2020 Dear Parents, Every year, our PTO raises funds through the iKnight Technology Drive to purchase technology for the classrooms. Technology is a life skill and can be a highly effective tool in the classroom that will help prepare our students for their digital future. Digital education is opening doors to new learning opportunities and access to digital content in the classroom and at home helps students in many ways. Through interactive technology tools, students are motivated to be active participants, which improves the overall digital learning experience. This year, more than ever, the PTO efforts to purchase Chromebooks and enhance classrooms digitally are critical. The PTO needs support with this goal and we are seeking business partners and donors to join us in helping prepare every student. Donations are tax deductible (Tax ID Number is 45-3026700). Cash or checks made out to NLHS PTO can be mailed or dropped off at the above address. Please put Attention: PTO on your envelope. We accept credit/debit cards: PayPal and Venmo @NLHS_PTO. Please put iKnight Technology Drive Donation in the notes section. Attached is a Business Sponsor letter that can be provided to employers. You may copy this letter if needed. Contact Knights PTO at nlhsknightspto@gmail.com with any questions. Your support is greatly appreciated!! --------------------------------------please cut here and return with payment----------------------

Yes, I am interested in helping with the iKnight Technology Drive.

Please select:

❏ $25 donation ❏ $50 donation ❏ Other _____

Home of the Knights rev 8/11/20

Jennifer Huskey

North Lincoln High School 

2737 Lee Lawing Road 

Lincolnton, NC 28092 

(704) 736-1969 

August 11, 2020 Dear Community Partners,

We are writing to request your support of North Lincoln High School’s iKnight Technology Fund. With the

generous support of our community sponsors we hope to raise money to purchase Chromebooks and Digital

Classroom Materials at approximately $8k to ensure our students have every possible advantage to succeed.

NLHS Knights PTO raises funds to purchase school materials and upgrade technology and resources in our

classrooms. We are reaching out to your business to help support NLHS. Your donation will help us provide

more of the needed resources for our teachers to better assist our high school students in successfully preparing

for their future.

You may contact PTO at nlhsknightspto@gmail.com with any questions you may have. We will contact you to

secure your sponsorship details and business names and logos for our advertising. It is our hope that we can

partner together in order to make this event a success for our school and our community!

NLHS Knights PTO will be hosting iKnight Technology Fund events throughout the year.

Five Sponsorship Levels are available. Your donation is deductible as a charitable contribution.

Our EIN is 45-3026700.

• Event Corporate Sponsor $2500 – Business name and logo will appear prominent in ads at fundraiser

events and in the Knights PTO Newsletter, Knights PTO Facebook and Instagram. Larger logo and business

name will appear on a sign at the campus.

• Corporate Sponsor Levels:

o Knight $1,000 – Your logo and business name will appear in ads in the Knights PTO Facebook and

Instagram. Your medium size business logo and name will be on the banner at the campus.

o Blue $500 – Your logo and business name will appear in ads in the Knights PTO Facebook and Instagram.

Your business logo and name will be on the banner.

o Silver $250 – Your business name will be printed in ads in the Knights PTO Facebook and Instagram.

o Black $100 – Business name will be listed on the banner and advertised on the Knights PTO Facebook page.

Checks are to be made payable to: NLHS PTO . Please note “Sponsor” and send it to the attention of:

NLHS PTO Treasurer, 2737 Lee Lawing Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092. We are excited to promote your

business in our advertisements.

With the support of our NLHS students, families and staff, the NLHS PTO, and the generosity of our local

businesses, we can make a difference in our schools resources. We sincerely hope you will consider becoming a

valued sponsor.

Home of the Knights

Jennifer Huskey