Student Services Department Manual
Mission, Vision, and Beliefs
Mission
Building a world-class school system through education, collaboration, and innovation.
Vision
The Richmond County School System (RCSS) will create a world-class, globally competitive school system where all students will graduate and are college/career ready.
Beliefs
- Every person has a right to a quality education.
- Education is the shared responsibility of the individual, home, school, and community.
- Every person can learn.
- Respect and acceptance are essential for learning and personal development.
- A safe, healthy, and orderly environment is essential to learning.
- Communication is the key to understanding among people.
Purpose and Role of the Department of Student Services
Student Services’ primary goal is to provide comprehensive wraparound services to students, staff, families and the community.
Organizational Structure
Federal and State Regulations Governing Student Services
Policy IDCH - Move On When Ready
Procedures IDCH – Move On When Ready
Procedures IHA- Grading Systems
Policy IHE – Promotion and Retention
Procedures IHE – Promotion and Retention
Policy JBC – Homeless Students
Procedures JBC – Homeless Students
Policy JBC (4) – Awarding Units and Transferring Credits
Policy JBCCA (2) – Unsafe School Choice Option
Policy JBD – Absences and Excuses
Policy JCDA – Student Code of Conduct
Policy JGC – Student Health Services
Policy JGI – Child Abuse or Neglect
