Gator News - Safety & Security
West Fork HS Principal's Newsletter Student Version
West Fork High School Safety & Security
August 2022
Dear West Fork Gators,
This notice is to inform you of a few policies from the NCISD Student Code of Conduct that help us maintain a safe school environment. It is important to review these expectations so you are informed and make educated decisions.
Vaping or electronic vaporizing device
These devices and tobacco products are strictly prohibited. Any student caught in possession of any type of vaping device will be placed at DAEP for a 30-day placement period.
THC Vaping remains a felony offense and as such, is subject to a mandatory placement at JJAEP for 180 days.
Cell Phones
Cell phones must remain off or silenced. They must be stored in backpacks or on your person throughout the instructional day except for before school, during lunch and passing periods, or after school. Use for instructional purposes will require prior administrative approval. Without administrative permission, teachers may collect the items and turn them into the principal’s office.
Headphones should remain put away as well, during the class period.
The use of cell phones or any device capable of capturing images is strictly prohibited in locker rooms or restroom areas. If a student uses a cell phone without authorization during the school day, the device may be confiscated by a staff member. The student or parent may pick up the confiscated cell phone from the principal’s office and may be charged a fee of $15.
In limited circumstances and in accordance with the law, a student’s cell phone may be searched by authorized personnel [See Searches and policy FNF for more information].
The district is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen cell phones.
Student ID’s
Students must wear their ID at all times during the school day. Temporary or replacement ID’s may be purchased at the front office for a fee.
Doors
Students will enter through the front door or the doors from the bus ramp. Students should never prop a door open or open a door for someone to gain entry. Students and visitors are required to enter the building through the front door and check in with the office staff. Leaving a door unsecured or allowing unauthorized access to any person is a violation of the NCISD Code of Conduct any may result in a DAEP placement.
Fighting
Physical aggression; threatening or intimidating conduct; or other kinds of aggressive conduct will not be tolerated while at school or at a school-related or school-sponsored event. Students who engage in such conduct will be subject to disciplinary action. Any one or combination of consequences may be used: suspension, removal from the regular education setting, loss of privileges, exclusion from extracurricular activities and a referral to law enforcement. Students are expected to show self-control by resolving issues with peers in an appropriate manner or seeking a trusted adult to help resolve conflicts.
Capturing unauthorized images
Use of a device to record images that disrupt the normal school environment is strictly prohibited. Recording unauthorized images, images that disrupt the school or capturing images that promote violence is prohibited and students will be subject to discipline according to the NCISD Code of Conduct.
Deliveries
Deliveries for students may not be made by any business or individual other than the parent/guardian or emergency contact listed in Skyward Family Access.
Safe School Reporting
West Fork is committed to a safe and secure school so that students have the best environment for learning. Students, staff, and the public are encouraged to report any concerns regarding school safety to school administration. Reports can be made directly to school officials or through the district’s Safe School Reporting program available on all school websites.
Please review the above policies and other items in the handbook for more information. Please reach out to a campus administrator or staff member to report any concerns.
Mr. Perkins- Assistant Principal
Mrs. Tatom- Dean of Instruction
Mrs. Smith- Counselor
Gators, Go Be Great!
Bridgett Heine
Principal West Fork High School
281-577-2825
Vaping & The Consequences
West Fork High School
Email: bheine@newcaneyisd.org
Website: https://www.newcaneyisd.org/wfhs
Location: 108 Sorters McClellan Road, Kingwood, TX, USA
Phone: 281-577-2825
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestForkGators/
Twitter: @West_Fork_High