Students

Arrival – 7:40 a.m. - 8 a.m.

• Students may not enter the building until 7:40 a.m.
• Students that ride MTA, walk, or dropped off at front/side lot doors must enter through the front doors each morning.
• Student drivers (passengers) must park in their assigned parking space (football parking lot – enter through gym area doors OR side parking lot – enter through front doors).
• All students must report directly to the cafeteria for breakfast or their assigned classroom.
• Breakfast students may leave the cafeteria and report directly to their assigned classroom if they finish eating prior to breakfast dismissal.
• Food is not allowed outside of the cafeteria.
• All remaining breakfast students will be released from the cafeteria at 7:55 a.m.

Dismissal – 3 p.m.

• No students will be dismissed between 2:30 p.m. and 2:59 p.m.
• Students will be dismissed at 3:00 p.m.
• Car riders may exit in the front and be picked up no later than 3:15 p.m.
• Walkers and MTA riders must exit the front doors and leave campus immediately.
• Student drivers and their passengers must exit through the gym area doors leading to the football parking lot and leave campus immediately.
• Athletes and students receiving tutoring must report directly to their coach/teacher and arrive by 3:10 p.m.
• Excluding Athletes and students receiving tutoring, no students are allowed on campus after 3:15 p.m.

Parents/Guardians dropping off/picking up students in the front driveway must exit turning right on Gallatin Avenue during arrival (7:45 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.) and dismissal (3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.).  

Parents must make arrangements for their child to meet them at a designated off campus pick up location (not Hunters Station) if they will be picked up after 3:15 p.m.

Research tells us that cell phone usage, particularly amongst teens whose brains have not reached developmental maturity, can be detrimental. Cell phones are a distraction that causes widespread problems in the academic, social, emotional, and cultural dimensions of a school. One study found that the “distraction of an interruption, combined with the brain drain of preparing for that interruption, made test takers 20 percent (less able). That’s enough to turn a B-minus student (80 percent) into a failure (62 percent)" (New York Times, 2013).

With all of this in mind, we have drafted a concise and meaningful cellphone policy that protects and respects the academic environment of our school, while also respecting parents’ desire to give their children phones.

• A student who brings his/her device to school does so at his/her own risk.
• No searches or investigations will be conducted for lost or stolen devices.

Personal technology includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, wireless earpieces, AirPods, earbuds, headphones, Bluetooth devices, iPods, iPads, other mp3 players, calculators, and portable gaming devices. A student in possession of personal technology in violation of this policy is subject to disciplinary action. See policy SP 6.107. 

The first day of school for the 2025-26 school year is Tuesday, August 5th.  Students should plan to be at school by 8 a.m. dressed in Standard School attire (see SSA policy tab). 

When a student arrives to school in the morning (whether walking, riding a bus, riding in a car, or driving a vehicle), the school day starts for the student.  Each student should plan to arrive at school by 7:40 am, allowing time to get books, breakfast, organize for the morning, and be ready for first period.  Upon arrival on campus, students should go to the cafeteria or their first class of the day.  Sitting in a vehicle is not permitted.   Students having arrived at school may not leave the school premises at any time during the day.

Once a student has set foot on the East Nashville Magnet campus in the morning, they are not allowed to leave the campus until the end of the school day.

Picking Up a Student during the School Day

Come in to Sign Student Out: Those picking up a student must physically come into the main office to sign out the student. A government issued ID is required and only those authorized on the student's Emergency Contact list will be able to take a student off campus - No Exceptions!

IDs and Contact List:  Anyone picking up a student during school hours must be over 18 years of age and show proper government issued identification. Only those authorized on the student's Emergency Contact list will be able take a student off campus - No Exceptions!

Doctor's Note:  Taking a student out of school will result in an absence.  If student is leaving for a doctor or dentist appointment, we require a doctor's note the next day for the absence to be officially excused.

Early Dismissal for Students Who Drive

Before permission can be granted for a student to leave at any time other than at dismissal:

1. The student should bring a signed note from parent/guardian stating the reason why the student needs to leave school early (the note should be brought to the office upon arrival to school)

2. The principal or office staff must talk personally with the parent/guardian via telephone or email to verify the early dismissal permission.
3. The student must come to the main office to get permission and to sign out at the time he/she needs to leave school.
4. If the student is returning to school, he/she should enter through front doors and sign in (in main office) upon return.

Any student who fails to abide by these policies will be considered truant and will be subject to disciplinary action

This policy directly addresses students bringing outside food in the building or having food delivered to school by students and families.

In accordance with the Healthy, Hunger-free Kids Act, 2010, Smart Snacks in Schools, MNPS Policy-Student Wellness SP 4.146, and MNPS-Policy Food Service Management SP 4.170:

Allowable

• Students are allowed to bring lunch from home

• Students may purchase their lunch in our cafeteria or bring nutritional lunches to school that have been prepared at home.

Not Permitted

• Students are not permitted to bring in or have outside food delivered to the school building during school hours. This would include:

  • Pizza deliveries, fast food such as McDonald’s and Burger King, other restaurants, and food delivery services like UberEats, GrubHub, Door Dash, etc.

• Students may not sell food or any food items, including drinks, chips, meals, candy, snacks at any time before, during or after school.
• If food is brought in or delivered for a student, it will be confiscated by school staff and discarded. Any funds used to purchase the food will not be reimbursed and should be considered wasted.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we follow state and district food and nutrition policies!

Driving and parking on campus is a privilege, not a right. All vehicles must be registered for authorized parking on campus. Non-registered vehicles parking on campus or vehicles in areas other than those designated as student parking are subject to ticketing, disciplinary action, and/or towing at student’s expense. This privilege may be revoked if the student fails to operate the vehicle in accordance with state laws and school rules. East Nashville Magnet High School is not responsible for loss or damage that may occur while on campus. All school rules also apply in the parking areas.

The following regulations are required to maintain a safe environment:

1. Parking Permit cost is $20.00 (NON-REFUNDABLE). Student will receive a free parking permit with proof of ACT Composite Score of 21 or greater.

2. Replacement cost for parking permits is $10.00.

3. You must provide and turn in a copy of driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance with application.
4. Students must park in their assigned, numbered spot.
5. No student may purchase a permit for another student or sell their permit to another student.
6. Parking permits MUST be displayed in vehicle with parking number visible.
7. If a student withdraws from East Nashville Magnet High School, he/she must return parking permit to their grade level administrator.
8. Campus speed limit is 10 mph.
9. Once in the parking space, exit vehicle. Do not return to the vehicle during the day unless you have permission from an administrator.
10. Sitting in cars or loitering in the parking lot before, during, or after school is prohibited.
11. Reckless driving such as spinning tires, speeding, running stop signs, refusal to obey faculty or staff directions, or endangering persons or property at or near school is prohibited.
12. Students are to wear seat belts and obey all traffic laws.
13. Students must park in areas designated for student parking.
14. Students may not park in spaces marked for faculty, crosswalks, fire lanes, grass, driveways, yellow curbs, bus zone area or lined off spaces.

To purchase a permit and register a vehicle(s), bring the following items:

1. Parking permit application completed in full.

2. Valid driver’s license (a driver’s permit is not acceptable).

3. Copy of insurance information for vehicle(s).
4. Copy of current vehicle registration.
5. $20 cash (NON-REFUNDABLE) or proof of ACT Composite of 21 or greater.

School Supply List

1. Ruled notebook paper

2. Graph paper

3. Three composition books
4. Spiral notebooks
5. #2 pencils
6. Pack of blue or black ink pens
7. Post-it notes
8. Highlighters
9. Backpack
10. Colored pencils
11. Organization System—either one large 3 Ring Binder with subject dividers or multiple 1-inch binders for individual classes
12. Glue sticks
13. Earbuds – for class use
14. Planner
15. Teachers may request content-specific supplies for respective classes
16. *Optional* TI Inspire Calculator (we will have these at school, but students won’t be able to take them home)
17. Combination lock for locker

Metro Nashville Public Schools and East Nashville Magnet High School are committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment. East Nashville Magnet High school has dress standards in place to promote the culture of the school as one of self-respect as well as the respect for others. Students are expected to always dress appropriately so as not to distract or interfere with the operation of the school and to prepare for their future college and career expectations.

The administrator has full discretion to determine what is inappropriate. School staff have the responsibility to determine when a student is attired in a manner which is likely to cause disruption or interference with the operation of the school and will take appropriate administrative action. Teachers are to enforce the dress standards per the parameters in this Student Dress Standard.

Clothes must not violate the following guidelines, even if the clothes are part of the prevailing fashion.

Shirts and shoes are required at all times. Slippers and/or house shoes are never appropriate for school.

Tops 

Permitted

• Shirts/blouses must be any solid color, with no patterns/stripes/graphics or other designs.

• Must have a collar.

• East High or East Middle t-shirts with SSA approved bottoms are allowed.
• Sweatshirts/hoodies, light jackets and sweaters may be worn over a solid color shirt. Hoods must remain down and off the head.

Not Permitted

• T-shirts with graphics/writing (except for East High logos)

• any low cut or midriff-revealing shirts

• spaghetti strap shirts
• see-through material of any kind
• violent or potentially disruptive words or graphics (including violent movies/video games, drug paraphernalia, and guns).

Bottoms 

Permitted

• pants, shorts, capri pants, skirts, and skorts in black, blue, tan (khaki), or gray are allowed.

• Jeans with no rips, holes, or tears of any kind may be worn on Fridays and only with an East shirt.
• shorts, skorts, dress, and skirt length must be lower than fingertips
• pants must be worn at the waist.

Not Permitted

• clothing made primarily of spandex/Lycra material

• pajama pants, sweatpants, athletic pants,
• clothing that is too short
• clothing with rips, holes, or tears
• sheer or see-through clothing
• sagging pants (underwear should not be visible)

Outerwear

Permitted

• hoodies, light-weight jackets, solid color sweaters (cardigan or pullover), vests, and blazers.

• approved head coverings worn as part of a student's bona fide religious practice or beliefs are also permitted. Religious attire, such as the hijab or yarmulke, is allowed.

Not Permitted

• blankets

• heavy coats/jackets in class
• all headwear, including hoods, hats, caps, beanies, skull caps, bonnets, wave caps, doo rags, sports headbands, scarves, and bandanas
• bedroom shoes, house shoes, and slippers
• sunglasses inside the building

East Nashville Magnet HS reserves the right to modify this policy as necessary and reserves the right to determine what might be disruptive and unsafe.

On Time

At East, our goal every school year is to ensure that every student attends school regularly, which starts with getting to school on time.

Studies have shown that getting to school and class on time has a huge impact on a student’s academic success. Even as students grow older and more independent, parents play a key role in making sure students get to school on time every day and helping them to understand why being on time is so important for success in school and in life.

We realize some tardies to school are unavoidable due to short term or long-term challenges which may occur. We also know that when students miss too much school— regardless of the reason – it can cause them to fall behind academically.

Research shows that students who chronically miss class time (i.e., tardy to school) are:

• Much less likely to perform at or above grade level academically.

• At higher risk for dropping out of school and not graduating.

Clearly, getting to school on time matters! Please ensure that your child attends school every day, and arrives on time.

Rewarding Student Attendance

We want to motivate and reward our students for good attendance. We will look at student attendance each month. If your child comes to school on time, every day, with no absences or tardies within the month:

• They will be eligible for school-wide rewards.

• They will have their picture taken along with their other classmates as part of the 100% Monthly Attendance Club which will be displayed prominently by the main office in recognition of their achievement.

Please take a minute to review the East Nashville Magnet High School tardy to school policy below. Let us know how we can best support you and your child so that they can show up for school on time every day.

Tardiness Policy

• School starts for all students at 8 a.m.

• Students that arrive to school after 8:05 a.m. will be marked tardy and must obtain a pass from the school attendance clerk (who will be stationed at the front entrance during 1st period – after 1st period a student is to report to the main office to sign in and get a tardy to school pass) before being allowed into the class

  • The attendance clerk will mark students tardy in Infinite Campus.
  • The attendance clerk will have students sign in (print their name and arrival time)
  • The attendance clerk will write students a hall pass allowing them to report to class
  • The Attendance clerk will input and track students overall tardies daily

• The attendance clerk and Grade level administrators will follow the school-wide tardy to school policy:
  • 5th Tardy – The attendance clerk will call student’s parent on the 5th tardy and will document that parent contact in the student’s Support and Intervention file.
  • 7th Tardy – The student’s grade level administrator will contact the parent to set up a meeting / Phone conference including – the grade level administrator and student. Documented in Support and Intervention.
  • 10th Tardy – A 10th (or more) tardy will result in a parent meeting @ Attendance Review Board. Attendance plan created and signed off by parent.
• Ongoing tardies to school will result in a referral to the truancy officer for additional support and intervention as well as a possible subpoena to juvenile court.

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