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Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 1 Directory
1.100
School Board Legal Status and Authority
1.101
Role of the Board of Education
1.102
Board Members
1.1021
Student Board Member
1.105
School Board Legislative Involvement
1.106
Code of Ethics
1.107
Board Member Conflict of Interest
1.108
Nepotism
1.200
Method of Election of Officers
1.201
Duties of Officers
1.202
Duties of Board Members
1.2021
Boardsmanship Code of Conduct
1.204
Board Member Development Opportunities
1.300
Board Committees
1.301
Executive Committee
1.400
School Board Meetings
1.402
Notification of Meetings
1.403
Agendas
1.404
Appeals To and Appearances Before the Board
1.405
Rules of Order
1.406
Minutes
1.407
School District Records
1.500
Board-Community Relations
1.501
Visitors to the Schools
1.502
Board-Meeting News Coverage
1.600
Policy Development and Adoption
1.700
School District Goals
1.701
School District Planning
1.800
School Calendar
1.801
School Day
1.8011
Emergency Closings
1.802
Section 504 and ADA Grievance Procedures
1.803
Tobacco-Free Schools
1.804
Drug-Free Workplace
1.805
Use of Electronic Mail (email)
1.808
Registered Sex Offenders
1.901
Charter School Applications
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 2 Directory
2.100
Fiscal Management Goals
2.200
Annual Operating Budget
2.201
Line Item Transfer Authority
2.300
State and Federal Aid Eligibility Determination
2.3001
Federal Programs Fiscal Management
2.400
Revenues
2.401
Gifts and Bequests
2.402
Investment Earnings
2.403
Surplus Property Sales
2.404
School Support Organizations
2.500
Deposit of Funds
2.600
Bonded Employees
2.601
Fundraising Activities
2.700
Accounting System
2.701
Financial Reports and Records
2.702
Inventories
2.703
Audits
2.800
Expenditure of Funds
2.801
Petty Cash Accounts
2.802
Payroll Procedures
2.803
Salary Deductions
2.804
Expenses and Reimbursements
2.805
Purchasing
2.8051
Debit Cards, Credit Cards, & Credit Lines
2.806
Bids and Quotations
2.807
Requisitions
2.808
Purchase Orders and Contracts
2.809
Vendor Relations
2.810
Payment Procedures
2.900
Student Activity Funds Management
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 3 Directory
3.201
Safety
3.202
Emergency Preparedness Plan
3.203
Crisis Management
3.204
Threat Assessment Team
3.205
Security
3.206
Community Use of School Facilities
3.208
Facilities Planning
3.211
New Project Planning
3.212
District Water Testing
3.219
Use of Unarmed Aircraft Systems
3.220
Access to Private Facilities
3.300
Equipment and Supplies Management
3.3001
Personal Communication Devices
3.400
Student Transportation Management
3.401
Scheduling and Routing
3.402
Special Use of School Vehicles
3.403
Traffic and Parking Controls
3.404
Private Vehicles
3.500
Food Service Management
3.600
Insurance Management
3.602
Workers’ Compensation
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 4 Directory
4.100
Instructional Program
4.101
Instructional Standards
4.200
Curriculum Development
4.201
Class Size Ratios
4.2011
Split Classes
4.202
Special Education
4.2021
Special Education Class Size
4.204
Summer Instructional Programs
4.2041
Credit Recovery Program
4.205
Enrollment in Advanced Courses
4.206
Homebound Instruction
4.207
English Learners
4.208
Adult Education Program
4.209
Alternative Credit Options
4.210
Pre-K Eligibility Guidelines for
Voluntary, Pre
-K, and Employee Preschool Care
4.211
Work Based Learning Program
4.212
Virtual Education Program
4.213
Family Life Education
4.214
Use of Artificial Intelligence Programs
4.301
Interscholastic Athletics
4.3011
Fan Ejection Policy
4.3012
Anti-Hazing Policy
4.302
Field Trips/Excursions/Competitions
4.400
Textbooks and Instructional Materials
4.402
Reconsideration of Textbooks and Instructional Materials
4.403
Library Materials
4.404
Use of Copyrighted Materials
4.406
Use of the Internet
4.501
School Volunteers
4.502
Parent/Family Engagement
4.600
Grading System
4.601
Reporting Student Progress
4.602
Class Ranking
4.603
Promotion and Retention
4.604
Accelerated and Advanced Credit
4.605
Graduation Requirements
4.606
Graduation Activities
4.6061
UCHS Community Service Program
4.607
Waivers of Statute, Rules and Regulations
4.608
Transcript Alterations
4.700
Testing Programs
4.701
Maintaining Test Security
4.802
Student Equal Access
4.803
Recognition of Religious Beliefs, Customs & Holidays
4.804
Religious Content of Courses
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directo
ry
Section 5 Directory
5.100
Personnel Goals
5.102
Personnel Classification and Qualifications
5.104
Equal Opportunity Employment
5.106
Application and Employment
5.107
Orientation and Probation
5.109
Evaluation
5.110
Compensation Guides and Contracts
5.1101
Differentiated Pay Plan
5.113
In-Service and Professional Learning Opportunities
5.114
Personnel Records
5.1141
Teacher Effect Data
5.115
Assignment/Transfer
5.116
Staff Positions/Creation of Positions/Reduction in Force
5.117
Teacher Tenure
5.118
Background Investigations
5.119
Employment of Retirees
5.200
Separation Practices for Tenured Teachers
5.201
Separation Practices for Non-Tenured Teachers
5.202
Separation Practices for Non-Certified Employees
5.203
Recommendations and File Transfers
5.301
Emergency and Legal Leave
5.302
Sick Leave
5.303
Personal and Professional Leave
5.304
Long Term Leaves of Absence
5.305
Family and Medical Leave
5.306
Military Leave
5.307
Physical Assault Leave
5.310
Vacations and Holidays
5.400
Health Examinations/Communicable Diseases
5.401
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
5.402
Hepatitis B
5.403
Drug and Alcohol Testing
5.500
Discrimination/Harassment
5.501
Complaints and Grievances
5.600
Staff Rights & Responsibilities
5.602
Staff Time Schedules
5.605
Staff Gifts and Solicitations
5.701
Substitute Teachers
5.702
Student Teachers
5.801
Recruitment and Selection
5.802
Qualifications and Duties of the Director of Schools
5.803
Evaluation of the Director of Schools
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directo
ry
Section 6 Directory
6.200
Attendance
6.201
Compulsory Attendance Ages
6.2011
Voluntary Pre-K Attendance
6.202
Home Schools
6.203
School Admissions
6.204
Attendance of Non-Resident Students
6.205
Student Assignment
6.206
Transfer within the System
6.208
Release During School Hours
6.300
Code of Conduct
6.303
Questioning Students and Searches
6.304
Student Discrimination, Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Intimidation
6.3041
Title IX & Sexual Harassment
6.305
Student Concerns
6.306
Interference/Disruption of School Activities
6.307
Drug-Free Schools
6.3071
Alcohol and Drug Testing
6.3072
Student Athlete Drug Testing
6.308
Bus Safety and Conduct
6.309
Zero Tolerance Offenses
6.310
Dress Code
6.3101
Gang Activity or Association
6.312
Use of Wireless Communication Devices
6.314
Corporal Punishment
6.316
Suspension
6.317
Disciplinary Hearing Authority
6.318
Admission of Suspended or Expelled Students
6.319
Alternative Education
6.400
Guidance Program
6.4001
Student Surveys, Analyses and Evaluations
6.401
Student Health Services
6.402
Physical Examinations and Immunizations
6.403
Communicable Diseases
6.4031
Pediculosis (Head Lice)
6.404
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
6.405
Medicines
6.4052
Opioid Antagonist
6.406
Student Psychological Services
6.407
Student Social Services
6.4081
Safe Relocation of Students
6.409
Reporting Child Abuse
6.410
Accidents and Illnesses
6.411
Student Wellness
6.412
Emergency Allergy Response Plan
6.413
Prevention and Treatment of Sports Related Concussions
6.414
Prevention and Treatment of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
6.415
Student Suicide Prevention
6.500
Special Education Students
6.501
Married and/or Pregnant Students
6.502
Foreign Exchange Students
6.503
Homeless Students
6.505
Students in Foster Care
6.506
Students from Military Families
6.600
Student Records
6.601
Annual Notification of Rights
6.602
Inspection and Correction Procedures
6.702
Student Clubs and Organizations
6.706
Student Performances
6.709
Student Fees and Fines
Tennessee Code Annotated
Attorney General Opinions
State Board of Education Policies
Tennessee Rules and Regulations/Minimum Standards (TRR/MS)
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Board Operations
Fiscal Management
Support services
Instructional services
Personnel
Students
Helpful Links
SEARCH
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 1 Directory
1.100
School Board Legal Status and Authority
1.101
Role of the Board of Education
1.102
Board Members
1.1021
Student Board Member
1.105
School Board Legislative Involvement
1.106
Code of Ethics
1.107
Board Member Conflict of Interest
1.108
Nepotism
1.200
Method of Election of Officers
1.201
Duties of Officers
1.2021
Boardsmanship Code of Conduct
1.202
Duties of Board Members
1.204
Board Member Development Opportunities
1.300
Board Committees
1.301
Executive Committee
1.400
School Board Meetings
1.402
Notification of Meetings
1.403
Agendas
1.404
Appeals To and Appearances Before the Board
1.405
Rules of Order
1.406
Minutes
1.407
School District Records
1.500
Board-Community Relations
1.501
Visitors to the Schools
1.502
Board-Meeting News Coverage
1.600
Policy Development and Adoption
1.700
School District Goals
1.701
School District Planning
1.800
School Calendar
1.801
School Day
1.8011
Emergency Closings
1.802
Section 504 and ADA Grievance Procedures
1.803
Tobacco-Free Schools
1.804
Drug-Free Workplace
1.805
Use of Electronic Mail (email)
1.808
Registered Sex Offenders
1.901
Charter School Applications
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 2 Directory
2.100
Fiscal Management Goals
2.200
Annual Operating Budget
2.201
Line Item Transfer Authority
2.300
State and Federal Aid Eligibility Determination
2.3001
Federal Programs Fiscal Management
2.400
Revenues
2.401
Gifts and Bequests
2.402
Investment Earnings
2.403
Surplus Property Sales
2.404
School Support Organizations
2.500
Deposit of Funds
2.600
Bonded Employees
2.601
Fundraising Activities
2.700
Accounting System
2.701
Financial Reports and Records
2.702
Inventories
2.703
Audits
2.800
Expenditure of Funds
2.801
Petty Cash Accounts
2.802
Payroll Procedures
2.803
Salary Deductions
2.804
Expenses and Reimbursements
2.805
Purchasing
2.8051
Debit Cards, Credit Cards, & Credit Lines
2.806
Bids and Quotations
2.807
Requisitions
2.808
Purchase Orders and Contracts
2.809
Vendor Relations
2.810
Payment Procedures
2.900
Student Activity Funds Management
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 3 Directory
3.201
Safety
3.202
Emergency Preparedness Plan
3.203
Crisis Management
3.204
Threat Assessment Team
3.205
Security
3.206
Community Use of School Facilities
3.208
Facilities Planning
3.211
New Project Planning
3.212
District Water Planning
3.219
Use of Unarmed Aircraft Systems
3.220
Access to private Facilities
3.300
Equipment and Supplies Management
3.3001
Personal Communication Devices
3.400
Student Transportation Management
3.401
Scheduling and Routing
3.402
Special Use of School Vehicles
3.403
Traffic and Parking Controls
3.404
Private Vehicles
3.500
Food Service Management
3.600
Insurance Management
3.602
Workers’ Compensation
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directory
Section 4 Directory
4.100
Instructional Programs
4.101
Instructional Standards
4.200
Curriculum Development
4.201
Class Size Ratios
4.2011
Split Classes
4.202
Special Education
4.2021
Special Education Class Size
4.204
Summer Instructional Programs
4.2041
Credi
t Recovery Program
4.205
Enrollment in Advanced Courses
4.206
Homebound Instruction
4.207
English Learners
4.208
Adult Education Program
4.209
Alternative Credit Options
4.210
Pre-K Eligibility Guidelines for Voluntary, Pre-K, and Employee Preschool Care
4.211
Work Based Learning Program
4.212
Virtual Education Program
4.213
Family Life Education
4.214
Use of Artificial Intelligence Programs
4.301
Interscholastic Athletics
4.3011
Fan Ejection Policy
4.3012
Anti-Hazing Policy
4.302
Field Trips/Excursions/Competitions
4.400
Textbooks and Instructional Materials
4.402
Reconsideration of Textbooks and Instructional Materials
4.403
Library Materials
4.404
Use of Copyrighted Materials
4.406
Use of the Internet
4.501
School Volunteers
4.502
Parent/Family Engagement
4.600
Grading System
4.601
Reporting Student Progress
4.602
Class Ranking
4.603
Promotion and Retention
4.604
Accelerated and Advanced Credit
4.605
Graduation Requirements
4.606
Graduation Activities
4.6061
UCHS Community Service Program
4.607
Waivers of Statute, Rules and Regulations
4.608
Transcript Alterations
4.700
Testing Programs
4.701
Maintaining Test Security
4.802
Student Equal Access
4.803
Recognition of Religious Beliefs, Customs & Holidays
4.804
Religious Co
ntent of Courses
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directo
ry
Section 5 Directory
5.100
Personnel Goals
5.102
Personnel Classification and Qualifications
5.104
Equal Opportunity Employment
5.106
Application and Employment
5.107
Orientation and Probation
5.109
Evaluation
5.110
Compensation Guides and Contracts
5.1101
Differentiated Pay Plan
5.113
In-Service and Professional Learning Opportunities
5.114
Personnel Records
5.1141
Teacher Effect Data
5.115
Assignment/Transfer
5.116
Staff Positions/Creation of Positions/Reduction in Force
5.117
Teacher Tenure
5.118
Background Investigations
5.119
Employment of Retirees
5.200
Separation Practices for Tenured Teachers
5.201
Separation Practices for Non-Tenured Teachers
5.202
Separation Practices for Non-Certified Employees
5.203
Recommendations and File Transfers
5.301
Emergency and Legal Leave
5.302
Sick Leave
5.303
Personal and Professional Leave
5.304
Long Term Leaves of Absence
5.305
Family and Medical Leave
5.306
Military Leave
5.307
Physical Assault Leave
5.310
Vacations and Holidays
5.400
Health Examinations/Communicable Diseases
5.401
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
5.402
Hepatitis B
5.403
Drug and Alcohol Testing
5.500
Discrimination/Harassment
5.501
Complaints and Grievances
5.600
Staff Rights & Responsibilities
5.602
Staff Time Schedules
5.605
Staff Gifts and Solicitations
5.701
Substitute Teachers
5.702
Student Teachers
5.801
Recruitment and Selection
5.802
Qualifications and Duties of the Director of Schools
5.803
Evaluation of the Director of Schools
Descriptor Code
Policy Title
Directo
ry
Section 6 Directory
6.200
Attendance
6.201
Compulsory Attendance Ages
6.2011
Voluntary Pre-K Attendance
6.202
Home Schools
6.203
School Admissions
6.204
Attendance of Non-Resident Students
6.205
Student Assignment
6.206
Transfer within the System
6.208
Release During School Hours
6.300
Code of Conduct
6.303
Questioning Students and Searches
6.304
Student Discrimination, Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Intimidation
6.3041
Title IX & Sexual Harassment
6.305
Student Concerns
6.306
Interference/Disruption of School Activities
6.307
Drug-Free Schools
6.3071
Alcohol and Drug Testing
6.3072
Student Athlete Drug Testing
6.308
Bus Safety and Conduct
6.309
Zero Tolerance Offenses
6.310
Dress Code
6.3101
Gang Activity or Association
6.312
Use of Wireless Communication Devices
6.314
Corporal Punishment
6.316
Suspension
6.317
Disciplinary Hearing Authority
6.318
Admission of Suspended or Expelled Students
6.319
Alternative Education
6.400
Guidance Program
6.4001
Student Surveys, Analyses and Evaluations
6.401
Student Health Services
6.402
Physical Examinations and Immunizations
6.403
Communicable Diseases
6.4031
Pediculosis (Head Lice)
6.404
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
6.405
Medicines
6.4052
Opioid Antagonist
6.406
Student Psychological Services
6.407
Student Social Services
6.4081
Safe Relocation of Students
6.409
Reporting Child Abuse
6.410
Accidents and Illnesses
6.411
Student Wellness
6.412
Emergency Allergy Response Plan
6.413
Prevention and Treatment of Sports Related Concussions
6.414
Prevention and Treatment of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
6.415
Student Suicide Prevention
6.500
Special Education Students
6.501
Married and/or Pregnant Students
6.502
Foreign Exchange Students
6.503
Homeless Students
6.505
Students in Foster Care
6.506
Students from Military Families
6.600
Student Records
6.601
Annual Notification of Rights
6.602
Inspection and Correction Procedures
6.702
Student Clubs and Organizations
6.706
Student Performances
6.709
Student Fees and Fines
Tennessee Code Annotated
Attorney General Opinions
State Board of Education Policies
Tennessee Rules and Regulations/Minimum Standards (TRR/MS)
Click here to access additional state and federal resources.
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