Below you will find the following:  The PBSIS WWMS Schoolwide Expectations, information on the Clifton Middle School Discipline Point System,  the Clifton District Middle School Discipline Matrix as well as the Spring Activity Eligibility.

Above all we expect you to be Ambitious, Empathetic, and Respectful individuals to yourself, your peers, and the staff at Woodrow Wilson Middle School. 

Student Academic Eligibility Requirements for Clubs/Activities

To participate in non-academic extracurricular activities, performances, concerts, plays, clubs, field trips, and interscholastic sports, students must meet specific eligibility criteria. These guidelines are designed to ensure that students maintain both academic and behavioral standards while engaging in these activities.

Eligibility Requirements:

Before participating in any extracurricular clubs or activities, both the student and their parent or guardian must read, sign, and return the Eligibility Form to the club advisor. This signed form is a prerequisite for participation.

Maintaining Eligibility:

To remain eligible for participation in extracurricular activities, students must adhere to the following standards:

1. Good Academic Standing:

   • Students must pass all subjects, including core classes, physical education, and cycle classes, with a grade of 65 or above as reflected in their report cards.

2. Good Behavioral Standing:

   • Students must maintain appropriate behavior. Accumulating 15 or more disciplinary points due to infractions will result in ineligibility.

   • Students who have been subject to suspension or behavioral reassignment on six or more occasions will be disqualified from participation.

   • Missing two or more Saturday Detentions also disqualifies a student from participating in extracurricular activities.

   • Students who accumulate fines totaling more than $20 will disqualify a student from extracurricular activities.

In all cases, the building administrator will make the final decision regarding a student's eligibility.

Agreement to Terms:

By signing the form, both the student and their parent or guardian agree to the terms outlined above. This includes acknowledging the expectations for academic performance and behavior that must be met to remain eligible for participation in school activities.

Student and Parent/Guardian Consent:

The form requires the student's name, signature, grade, academic team, and ID number, as well as the parent or guardian's name and signature. Additionally, students are expected to understand and agree to the contract's terms as they relate to the specific club, sport, music sector, or student leadership position they wish to join. Parents or guardians must also grant permission for their student to participate and acknowledge their responsibility in ensuring that their student adheres to the contract's expectations.

Expectations for Participation:

• Students must remain in good academic standing. If a student fails two or more classes or receives a guidance failure letter, they will be removed from the activity. This applies to all school activities, including clubs, music, sports, and student leadership programs, except academic clubs designed to improve student performance.

• Students are responsible for notifying teachers in advance if they anticipate missing a class for any reason. They must also make up all missed classwork and adhere to the due dates provided by their teachers.

• Students must present their grades at the end of each marking period to the activity advisor for academic standing verification.

• If a student fails to follow the school rules outlined in the student handbook, they may forfeit their eligibility to participate in the activity. The final decision on eligibility will be made by building administrators or content supervisors on a case-by-case basis.

By signing and dating the form, both the student and parent or guardian acknowledge and agree to these expectations.

Middle School Spring Activity Eligibility

The Spring brings a host of different fun and exciting activities for our students which includes Field Trips, Team Days, Dances, 8th Grade Events (Farewell Dance, Award Ceremonies, Who’s Who and Breakfast).   Students who do not follow the Middle School Code of conduct after April 1, 2027 will not be permitted to attend these events.  This includes students who receive any of the following:

• A student who receives an Out-of-School Suspension

• A student who receives 2 or more Saturday Detentions or Behavior Re-Assignments

• A student who misses a scheduled Saturday Detention

• A student who receives 10 Tardies to School

• A student removed from NJSLA State Testing or interferes with State Testing

• A student who has received 15 or more Disciplinary Points

*The school administration will make the final decision regarding eligibility to attend these activities. 

THE DRESS CODE

***Please visit our website for any changes to our dress code policy during the 2026-2027 school year*** 

THE DRESS CODE (6-12)

Clothing

1. Garments designed to be worn as underwear may not be worn as outerwear. Undergarments may not be visible at any time, and pants must be worn no lower than the waist line.

     a. To maintain an environment conducive to learning, sleepwear is not allowed.

2. Skirts, dresses, and shorts should not end higher than mid-thigh.  Athletic shorts are permitted; However, Soffees and compression shorts are not permitted.

3. Articles of clothing worn on a student’s head whether fully covering or partially covering, are not permitted unless for religious purposes. 

4. Jewelry posing as a potential danger is not permitted.

5. Any clothing or patches that have writing or pictures that include the following are not permitted:

a. References to violence or weapons

b. Racist comments

c. Anti-religious references

d. Gang-related references, including bandanas

e. Sexual connotation; and  

f.  References to tobacco, alcohol or drugs

6. Any article of clothing that exposes a student’s midriff area is prohibited.

7. No spaghetti straps.  Shoulder straps must be at least 3 fingers wide.

8. Clothing that is revealing is prohibited.

In situations in which health and/or safety factors become critical, temporary modifications of the dress code may be necessary and will be established before the activity by the classroom teacher and/or building administrator (e.g., in lab classes, at

special events, in physical education classes, JROTC, or on field trips.)

Clothing worn specifically for religious purposes will be permitted after the religious tenet of faith is shared with the building principal and so long as it does not impact safe passage or disrupt instruction. Students may express themselves freely but may not disrupt classes, interfere with the rights of others or be contrary to any law, state statute or Federal laws or regulations.

Footwear

For safety, footwear that provides a firm walking surface and good balance must be worn. Therefore, bare feet, loose, untied laces or straps, flip-flops, slippers, or any footwear that poses a safety hazard are not permitted. 

Enforcement

The dress code will apply to students of all genders and shall be enforced equally.  The dress code will be strictly and equally enforced.  Enforcement and disciplining for infractions of this policy will be decided by the grade level administrator (6-12).

Miscellaneous Dress Code Information

Coats, jackets, hats, headbands and head coverings - Students are required to place coats, jackets, hats and headbands in their lockers during school hours.  These articles may not be carried in any way inside the school after the first period class begins.

In situations in which health and/or safety factors become critical, temporary modifications of the dress code may be necessary and will be established before the activity by the classroom teacher and/or building administrator (e.g., in lab classes, at special events, in physical education classes, or on field trips).

No student is to wear heavy cologne or perfume that would cause health concerns to other students and/or staff.

No student is to wear any jewelry or article of clothing identified with any such fraternal organization or group.

In all instances, the final determination of whether a student’s clothing complies with the school dress code rests with the building administrator.

N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1, 18A:11-7, 18A:11-8, 18A:11-9

Adopted:   17 October 2024