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Student Handbook

Five Principles

  1. A stylized illustration of a historical figure on horseback, with the word 'GENERALS' below.WORK
    • What it looks like - Attends school regularly. Arrives to classes on time. Comes to class prepared. Completes all assignments. Uses class time effectively (works steadily, stays focused and does not disrupt others.). Work is of good quality. Makes an effort to improve. Demonstrates resiliency, grit, determination, and accountability.
  2. JOY
    • What it looks like - Models behavior that encourages rather than interferes with the learning of others. Gets involved in school activities, clubs, and sports. Demonstrates enthusiasm for learning.
  3. SERVICE
    • What it looks like - Uses kind words and addresses others appropriately. Judges ideas, not people; treats people with respect. Helps others feel as though they belong and encourages others to reach their natural potential. Makes our school and the world a better place without expecting anything in return.
  4. SAFETY
    • What it looks like - Monitors own behavior and acts appropriately whether alone or with others. Language and actions in the hallways and classrooms are free from bullying, intimidation, swearing and harassment. Follows posted hallway, classroom and campus expectations. Demonstrates respect for property.
  5. BELONGING
    • What it looks like - Acts in ways that are Safe, Kind, and Responsible. Treats others the way they would want to be treated. Creates ways for all students to feel included and accepted as an individual and an important member of our school community.

Resources

Rights & Responsibilities Handbook

  • Dear Student and Families,

    We hope you find the 2025-2026 Student Planner Handbook information packet useful. The packet includes useful information for students and parents alike. A strong parent/school partnership is in the best interest of your child and will offer maximum success when we work together.

    The purpose of these handbooks is to familiarize students and families with their rights and responsibilities in helping maintain a dynamic, responsive, and nurturing learning environment. Each student and staff member will receive this handbook at the beginning of the school year from their school. Please review the contents of this document with your student(s) so they understand their personal rights and responsibilities.

    JSMS 2025-2026 Handbook

  • Student Policies and Behavioral Expectations

  • The STEPS System gives students the ability to reflect on their behaviors and correct them before being referred for discipline.

    For more information on how it works, please review our STEPS System presentation all students watched the first week of school in their homeroom class.