2022-2023 Newton High Student Code of Conduct
To all students & parents -
In accordance with the Georgia Department of Education’s guidelines regarding cell phone/electronic devices in designated testing locations, students of the Newton County School System are not permitted to use, or bring into the testing environment, any electronic device that could allow them to access, retain, or
transmit information. Improper use of such electronic devices during testing will result in disciplinary action in accordance with the Newton County School System’s student code of conduct and test invalidation.
During the administration of standardized assessments, all cell phones/electronic devices must be in the “off” position and stored by the teacher, if brought into a designated testing location. Cell phones/electronic devices will be returned to the student after all testing materials have been collected.
Students who entered 9th grade in 2011 – 2012 and after will not be required to take the Georgia High School Graduation Tests. However, all students are still required to take and pass the Georgia High School Writing Test. Students with disabilities, students meeting 504 requirements and English Learners may receive appropriate accommodations based on their needs as specified in their Individualized Education Program (IEP), Individual Accommodation Plan (IAP), or Testing Participation Committee (TPC) respectively. Students with disabilities unable to participate in the state testing program, are assessed with the Georgia Alternate Assessment (GAA).
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