School Policies

FTMS Cell Phone Policy

Cell Phones and Mobile Devices

The severe kinds of problems that we have faced through student use of cell phones and social media have caused us to develop a new cell phone policy beginning with the 2018-2019 school year.  This policy will be in place in school years that follow August 2018. 

• Students are discouraged from bringing cell phones to school.

• If students carry phones, the phones should remain in lockers until the final bell rings at 2:55 pm. 

• Cell phones that are out before 2:55 pm will be confiscated and held in the office until Monday. 

• Phones can be picked up in the front office on Monday at 2:55 only. No exceptions.

• Farristown teachers and staff will not be responsible for lost or stolen phones.

• Students have access to phones and other devices in each classroom if they should need to call parents. 

• Note: Students who choose to bring phones will want to use the locks for their lockers and NOT share the combination to the lock with other students.  

POSSESSION OF TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES

While on school property or while attending school-sponsored or school-related activities, whether on or off
school property, students shall be permitted to possess and use personal telecommunications devices as
defined by law, provided they observe the following conditions:
1. Devices shall not be used in a manner that disrupts the educational process. Unless an emergency
situation exists that involves imminent physical danger or a certified employee authorizes the student
to do otherwise, phones and smart watches should be stored in lockers until after the school day is
over. FTMS accepted policy.
2. When students violate this phone/watch rule, the phone will be confiscated and stored in the office
until the following MONDAY. If the same problem persists with a student, the privilege of bringing the
device onto school property will be terminated. FTMS accepted policy.
Students are responsible for keeping up with devices they bring to school. The District shall not be
responsible for loss, theft, or destruction of devices brought onto school property.
1. Students shall comply with any additional rules developed by the school concerning appropriate use of
telecommunication devices.
2. Students shall not utilize a telecommunication or similar electronic device in a manner that would violate
the District’s Acceptable Use policy or procedures or its’ Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline.
Notice of this policy and penalties for violating it shall be published annually in the District’s Code of
Acceptable Behavior and Discipline.
Reference: KRS 158.165 Related Policies: 09.426 and 09.438

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ALL CLOTHING

• Must be in good condition with no tears, cuts, or holes.
• Must be appropriate and show no visible undergarments.
• All students must remain in dress code until they exit the building or are in attendance at an extracurricular activity.

Pants/Skirts

• Must be full length, denim or khaki pants. Pants that fit tight like leggings are not permitted.
• Leggings and jeggings are not permitted. Cargo pants are not permitted. Khakis may be any color
• as long as they are khaki material and do not fit too tight.
• Pants must be worn at the waist.
• Shorts are not permitted. (Athletic practices and wellness classes are exceptions.)
• Belts do NOT have to be worn (unless the student does not wear pants at waist, then a belt may be required).
• Skirts must be knee-length or longer and must be khaki or denim material as well.

Shirts

• Solid color polos or solid color sweatshirts are approved for dress code as long as
• no logo appears on the shirt.
• Approved school t-shirts or sweatshirts (non-hooded) may be worn on any day.
• All shirts must be the appropriate size for the student. Oversized shirts are not permitted.
• No garments considered to be undergarments shall be visible.
• Jackets, coats, and hoodies must be stored in lockers during the day

Accessories and Backpacks

• No hats, sunglasses, bandanas, chains, or objects that are deemed to be disruptive to the learning
• environment shall be worn.
• All purses should be the size of a three-ring notebook or smaller.
• All backpacks (including cinch sacks) are to be stored in lockers during the day. Space will be designated for sports bags and equipment.

“Dress-down” Code

• On dress down days, students must still adhere to the “appropriate attire” rule.
• Students will be told what is expected on any given dress down day.
• No holes or tears in jeans or shirts are permitted.
• Shirts must not have inappropriate ads or logos.
• No see through garments are permitted – even if clothing is worn underneath.
• Principal has discretion to make exceptions or add guidelines when necessary.