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School Rule Highlights

(A complete list can be found in you child's planner)

  1. Food and drink are only allowed in the Commons and the Courtyard except under special circumstances.

  2. A mutually enjoined physical altercation between or among two or more persons is prohibited. No play-fighting, wrestling, hitting, poking etc.

  3. Students in the hall during class time must have passes from their teacher or office personnel at all times. 

  4. During lunches, students must remain in the Commons, Gallery, Sports Court, or Library. They must stay clear of all classrooms during lunch.

  5. Students are not allowed to go their lockers during lunch with the exception of getting their lunch or lunch money. Under this circumstance, you would escort them to and from their locker.

  6. Displays of affection (kissing, hugging, hand holding) are inappropriate at school and school-sponsored activities.

  7. Gum chewing is not allowed at IMS.

  8. No running in any of the passing areas.

  9. No loitering in restrooms.

  10. Students are not allowed to have cell phones on their person at school. Cellular phone or personal pager use is prohibited at school.

  11. Some personal items, such as electronic games, toys, collector cards, radios, CD/tape players, ipods, cell phones, cameras, video cameras, aerosal sprays, perfumes, matches, lighters, etc., must be left at home.

 

Student Dress Code

Clothing worn by students should be modest, neat, clean, presentable and appropriate for the school setting.  Wear seasonally appropriate attire.

  1. Clothing and other items with questionable pictures or words are not permitted including references to violence and illegal substances.
  2. Appropriate headgear is allowed in common spaces, but heads and faces must be uncovered in most classrooms, unless for religious reasons or special occasions. These may be allowed at teacher discretion.
  3. Any clothing or footwear that causes a disruption to the learning environment or that is unsafe or is inappropriate for school is not permitted.

Inappropriately dressed students will be asked to make appropriate changes. If the student refuses, the student is subject to disciplinary action. District Regulation #3224 Student Dress - complete copy can be obtained from any school. These rules apply to all school events as well.