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.

26-27 STUDENT SUCCESS HANDBOOK   (uploaded 7/22/26)

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.

Perry Township Schools Anti-Harassment Policy

Call PMMS about bullying: 317-789-4100.

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

Dress Code

Perry Township Schools seeks to encourage a safe and positive learning environment that focuses on academic achievement and a sense of community. In order to promote school safety, improve student performance, encourage positive self-esteem, and focus on academic achievement instead of socioeconomic status, Perry Township Schools adopts the following student dress code for all students during the school day:

*Each school may need to make adjustments to its dress code expectations. The school will make every effort to effectively communicate changes to families. 

  1. Hats, head coverings, sunglasses, curlers, or slippers are prohibited. Students with a bona fide religious objection may apply for an exemption.
  2. Clothing and jewelry, which includes 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.
  2. Black, khaki, navy or earthtone bottoms, no denim. No overt or distracting holes, rips, cuts, or frays are permitted. (Pants or skirts must be worn at the waist)
  3. Knee-length pants. Shorts may be worn up until Fall Break and after Spring Break.
  4. Dresses, skirts, shorts, and jumpers must be near knee length.
  5. Winter Wear—mostly solid color sweater or sweatshirt allowed; must be over collared shirt or turtleneck; should be an appropriate size.
  6. Student IDs should be worn and made visible at all times.
  7. No flip-flops or “wheelie” shoes. No hooded sweatshirts.
  8. School spirit wear determined by each building.

  1. Solid color collared shirt (with sleeves) or turtleneck.
  2. 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)
  3. Knee-length pants. Shorts may be worn up until Fall Break and after Spring Break.
  4. Dresses, skirts, shorts, and jumpers must be near knee length.
  5. Winter Wear—solid color sweater or sweatshirt allowed; must be over collared shirt or turtleneck.
  6. Student IDs should be worn and made visible at all times.
  7. No flip-flops or “wheelie” shoes. No hooded sweatshirts.
  8. School spirit wear determined by each building.

  1. Pants or skirts must be worn at the waist.
  2. Pants must be knee length or longer and have no overt or distracting holes, cuts, tears, or frays.
  3. Dresses and skirts must be near knee length.
  4. Student IDs should be worn and made visible at all times.
  5. Pajamas or similar nightwear is prohibited.
  6. All tops must have sleeves.

Cell Phone / Personal Electronic Device Policy

Personal Electronic Device Policy: Need to Knows

Personal Electronic Device use during the school day is prohibited. (8:10 am.-2:55 pm/2:30 pm W)

Students will keep all Personal Electronic Devices in their locker including, but not limited to: Cell phones, tablets, smart watches, bluetooth headphones, game systems, and AI glasses.  (Exception – approved devices needed for medical purposes)

All offenses of this policy will be cumulative, not per teacher/class.

Personal Electronic Device Policy: Next Steps

If a Personal Electronic Device is seen throughout the school day:

1st time→ Teacher will…Collect, power off, label, and bring to Student Services for the remainder of the day.
Student Services will…Document on Shared Document and Lock up in Student Services for the remainder of the day. Contact home. Device released to student at dismissal.

2nd time→ Teacher will…Collect, power off, label, and bring to Student Services for the remainder of the day.
Student Services will…Document on Shared Document and Lock up in Student Services for the remainder of the day; Contact home. Device returned to caregiver only.

3rd time→ Teacher will…Collect, power off, label, and bring to Student Services for the remainder of the day.
Student Services will…Document on Shared Document and Lock up in Student Services for the remainder of the day; Contact home. Device returned to caregiver only. Assign appropriate consequence.

4th time→  Teacher will…Collect, power off, label, and bring to Student Services for the remainder of the day.
Student Services will…Document on Shared Document and Lock up in Student Services for the remainder of the day; Contact home. Device returned to caregiver only. Assign appropriate consequence.

***Consequences will continue with continued steps taken by staff.

Students are prohibited from using their personal electronic devices to make video recordings at school, without teacher permission or school authorization; to cheat or plagiarize, to bully or haze others, to disrupt the learning environment, to view pornographic, vulgar, or inappropriate content, to post derogatory content on social media sites, or take unsolicited or unwelcome photographs of students, staff, or facilities.

Progression of Consequences:     Violations apply to device possession during the school day.

Offense   Action Taken                                  Device Returned?
1st    Verbal reprimand & Guardian contact           Given to student at end of day
2nd    Verbal reprimand & Guardian contact           Given to Caregiver only
3rd    After School Detention & Guardian contact     Given to Caregiver only
4th    2 After School Detentions & Guardian contact  Given to Caregiver only
5th    1 ISI & Guardian contact                      Given to Caregiver only
6th+   Device is to be locked in Student Services    Given to Caregiver only
           daily or not brought to school