Let's Make It Clear
A new district-wide protocol for the 2024-2025 school year.
Clear Backpacks for the 2024-2025 School Year
As part of our ongoing efforts to prioritize the safety and security of our schools, Hoke County Schools (HCS) is implementing additional protocols and procedures for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. We know it takes a team effort of our staff, students, and parents working together to provide the safest environment possible. One of the new safety protocols is the requirement that all students who choose to carry a backpack must use a clear backpack, starting this upcoming school year.
FAQ
- What are the size specifications for the clear backpacks?
- Are mesh backpacks allowed?
- Can the backpack have mesh pockets?
- Can the front pocket of the backpack have a mesh organizer?
- Will backpacks with padded backs be accepted?
- Are transparent colored backpacks allowed?
- Are stripes allowed on the backpack?
- Can the backpack have colored straps?
- Are leather reinforcements on the corners of the backpack allowed?
- Are company or trademarked logos allowed on the front of the backpack?
- Will athletic/spirit bags and instrument cases that are not clear be allowed on campus?
- Are lunch boxes permitted?
- What about students that must carry medical items/equipment to school?
- Are clear totes, clear purses, and transparent plastic bags allowed?
- What about privacy?