Handbook & Policies
All students have the right to an education in an environment that is conducive to learning. The Perry Township Schools Board of Education has adopted a code of conduct to maintain a culture of respect and safety for everyone. Students and parents/guardians are encouraged to read the Student Success Handbook to become familiar with the expectations set forth for all Perry Township students.
Bullying & Harassment Policy
Student safety is Perry Township Schools top priority, and we take reports of bullying and cyberbullying very seriously. Our administrators respond to reports of bullying and cyberbullying in accordance to the Indiana Department of Education’s guidelines. Reports of bullying should be made consistent with Perry Township Schools Bullying Policy found below.
Perry Township Schools Bullying Policy
Additionally, Perry Township Schools does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in its educational or work environments. Consistent with the policy below, any member of the school community is encouraged to report incidents of discrimination or harassment.
Dress Code
*Each school may need to make adjustments to its dress code expectations. The school will make every effort to effectively communicate changes to families.
- Hats with bills or brims, hoods, bandanas, and face coverings (with the exception of medical masks) are not to be worn in the school building. Students with a bona fide religious objection may apply for an exemption.
- Clothing and jewelry, which include depictions or symbols of the following, are prohibited:
a. sex or sexual innuendo
b. lewd, vulgar, indecent, or plainly offensive speech, including profanity
c. violence, destruction of property, or advocating the use of force
d. urging violation of the law or school regulations
e. alcohol, drugs, or tobacco
f. anything which substantially or materially disrupts the school environment
1. Solid color, collared shirt (with sleeves) or turtleneck, tucked in.
Acceptable shirts include:
- Button-down Oxford shirts with a collar
- Long or short-sleeved polo shirts with collars
- Turtlenecks with sleeves (long or short)
- Douglas MacArthur spirit shirts or sweatshirts over a solid-colored shirt with a collar\sweaters or sweatshirts without decorative writing or artwork over a solid-colored shirt with a collar, NO Hooded sweatshirts/sweaters/jackets are permitted during school hours.
2. Bottoms must be black, khaki, navy, or earth tone.
Denim is not permitted, and there must also be no overt or distracting holes, rips, cuts or frays.
- All pants (knee-length or shoe-length) must be cargo, dress, or regular-style pants made from a material similar to a pair of “Dockers”
- Sweatpants, jeggings, yoga pants, athletic pants, or any clothing made from stretch material are unacceptable.
- Solid color collared shirt (with sleeves) or turtleneck.
- Black, khaki or navy bottoms, no denim. No overt or distracting holes, rips, cuts, or frays are permitted. (Pants or skirts must be worn at the waist)
- Knee-length pants. Shorts may be worn up until Fall Break and after Spring Break.
- Dresses, skirts, shorts, and jumpers must be near knee length.
- Winter Wear—solid color sweater or sweatshirt allowed; must be over collared shirt or turtleneck.
- Student IDs should be worn and made visible at all times.
- No flip-flops or “wheelie” shoes. No hooded sweatshirts.
- School spirit wear determined by each building.
- Pants or skirts must be worn at the waist.
- Pants must be knee length or longer and have no overt or distracting holes, cuts, tears, or frays.
- Dresses and skirts must be near knee length.
- Student IDs should be worn and made visible at all times.
- Pajamas or similar nightwear is prohibited.
- All tops must have sleeves.
DISTRICT CONTACT
Jon Romine
Director of Student Services
jromine@perryschools.org
317-789-3961
Safety and Bullying Hotline:
English: 317-789-3905
Spanish: 317-789-3926