Parents are required to sign contracts for students entering Fairfield Magnet.  A new contract must be signed yearly for each student.  The contract contains the following points of agreement:

Parental Involvement
The parent/guardian will:

• serve as a role model by following all school rules and regulations.

• support the teacher’s efforts in the classroom by modeling a positive attitude toward school and a respect for school personnel.

Behavior Expectations
The student will:

• practice self-control and assume responsibility for own behavior so that maximum learning can occur.

• obey rules and regulations as set forth in the school Student-Parent Handbook.

• respect authority and behave courteously toward teachers, other school personnel, and peers.

• work and play with peers in a productive, cooperative way.

• respect school property and the rights of others.

Academic Expectations
The student will:

• be attentive and actively participate in the instructions being given.

• work independently.

• complete assignments, using time and materials wisely.

• complete home learning assignments and return them to school the next day.

Dress Code
The student will:

• dress in accordance with the Caddo Parish School Board Policy.

• follow the school dress code/uniform policy as outlined in the Student-Parent Handbook.

Absences And Tardies
The student must:

• have and maintain a 90% attendance record (no more than 18 unexcused absences) to be admitted and remain in the magnet program.

• have no more than 18 unexcused tardies in a given year or risk losing enrollment privileges for the next school year.

• have minimal check-ins and check-outs so that maximum learning can occur.

 Contract Renewal
The following criteria will be reviewed prior to a student’s contract renewal:

• acceptable behavior (conduct grades of “C” or above.)

• grades of “A”, “B”, or “C”.

• 90% attendance.

• 50% or higher on standardized tests.

• LEAP for the 21^st Century (4^th grade must score basic or above.)

• parish mandated End-of-Book Reading and Math tests completed with a score of 74% (C) or higher.

• Compliance with all areas of the Student/Parent Contract.

Parents and students are expected to adhere to the guidelines of the contract.