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2021-22 HS Student Handbook Draft V3 OUR SCHOOL 5 MISSION 5 VISION 5 NORTH HILLS NINE CORE VALUES 5 ACCREDITATION 5 BOARD POLICY 5 NORTH HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT CREST 6 NORTH HILLS HIGH SCHOOL ALMA MATER 7 LETTER FROM THE PRINCIPALS 8 ADMINISTRATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION 9 NORTH HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION 10 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 11 BELL SCHEDULE 13 ACADEMICS 13 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 13 EQUAL AND APPROPRIATE SCHOOL AND CLASSROOM PRACTICES 15 GRADING PROCEDURES 15 Letter Grades 15 Homework 16 Class Participation 16 Final Grade 16 Student Awareness 17 Class Absences 17 Appeal of Grade 17 Withdrawals 17 Academic Level Changes and Class Transfers 17 Repeating Courses 17 Class Rank 18 Commencement Recognition 18 Quality Points 18 PowerSchool and Progress Reporting 19 Report Cards 19 Honor Roll 19 Transcripts and Records 19 Intensified Scheduling (Block Scheduling) 19 Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty 19 Study Halls 20 COMMENCEMENT INFORMATION 20 Commencement Ceremony 20 Issuing of Diploma and Transcripts 20 SCHOOL PROCEDURES 21 ATTENDANCE 21 General Procedures Relating to Student Absence 21 Types of Absences 21 Absentee Management 22 TRUANCY 25 CLASS ABSENCES 27 STUDENT PARTICIPATION IN ACTIVITIES 27 Page 2 of 76 REPORTING TO SCHOOL AND CLASS 27 EARLY DISMISSALS 28 SCHOOL DELAYS, CLOSURES AND FLEXIBLE INSTRUCTIONAL DAYS 29 Flexible Instruction Day 29 NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENTS 29 CLEARANCE OF VISITORS 30 WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURES 30 ELECTRONICS 30 PROJECT CONNECT 30 IPAD MONITORING 30 NHSD STUDENT NETWORK ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY 31 USE OF ELECTRONICS 35 COMMUNICATIONS 36 NEWSLETTERS 36 SOCIAL MEDIA 36 USE OF STUDENT NAME, IMAGE AND LIKENESS 37 SAFETY 37 STANDARD RESPONSE PROTOCOL (SRP) 37 FIRE AND EMERGENCY EVACUATION AND DRILLS 39 SCHOOL POLICE OFFICERS 39 STUDENT SERVICES AND SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL SUPPORT 39 CAREER RESOURCE CENTER 39 COUNSELING SERVICES 40 School Counselors 40 Student Assistance 40 Social Workers 40 FIRST AID & HEALTH 41 School Nurse Services 41 Examinations and Screenings 41 Medications 41 Emergency Information 42 Exit procedure for students with ambulatory conditions 42 Concussion Management 42 Administration of Naloxone (Narcan) 43 Pediculosis (Head Lice) 43 LIBRARY 43 LOST AND FOUND 44 PROGRAMS FOR ELIGIBLE OR PROTECTED HANDICAPPED STUDENTS 44 SPEECH THERAPY 45 STUDENT INSURANCE 45 WORK PERMITS 45 STUDENT DISCIPLINE 45 DISTRICT DISCIPLINE (SAFE SCHOOLS) POLICY 45 FIREARMS/WEAPONS POLICY 47 BULLYING 48 NONDISCRIMINATION/ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY AND PROCEDURES 50 Title IX Sexual Harassment 54 Page 3 of 76 HAZING 56 TERRORISTIC THREATS AND/OR HARASSMENT 56 STUDENT BEHAVIOR 58 MISBEHAVIOR GROUPS 58 DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES 62 DRESS AND GROOMING 63 SMOKE-FREE SCHOOLS 64 DRUG & SUBSTANCE USAGE 64 BUS CONDUCT 66 CAFETERIA REGULATIONS 67 Food Delivery 67 Student Food Sales 67 National School Breakfast and Lunch Program 67 CORRIDOR AND LOCKER REGULATIONS 67 STUDENT DRIVING AND PARKING PERMITS BOARD POLICY 223 ESTABLISHES STUDENT USE OF MOTOR VEHICLES POLICIES. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION REITERATES THESE POLICIES AND MAY ALSO INCLUDE HIGH SCHOOL SPECIFIC PROCEDURES. 68 WELLNESS 69 ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES 69 ACTIVITIES 69 CLUB SPORTS 70 ATHLETICS 70 Athletic Eligibility 70 Interscholastic Programs 71 PPRA AND FERPA NOTICES 72 Page 4 of 76 Our School Mission The mission of the North Hills School District is to excel at educating and preparing each student to become a responsible, contributing member of society by providing a caring and academically challenging environment. Vision Rooted in our proud tradition of excellence, the North Hills School District will be recognized as one of America’s great public school districts. North Hills Nine Core Values 1. Demonstrate genuine care, concern and fondness for students. 2. Adopt a client-centered focus. Students first, followed closely by the needs of their parents. 3. Develop and nurture healthy, productive and cooperative relationships with colleagues. 4. Communicate regularly and clearly with clients, their families and the community. 5. Demand quality. High expectations will yield high achievement. 6. Create and cultivate a district-wide learning community. 7. Benchmark programs, services and student results against the best. 8. Encourage innovation and risk-taking. 9. Establish community and regional partnerships. Accreditation By action of the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, North Hills High School has been placed in the list of Accredited Secondary Schools. Board Policy This Handbook and Guide for Parents is adopted as School Board Policy prior to the beginning of each school year. Specific board policies outlined in this document are cited where appropriate. The North Hills School District Board of Education policies are often reviewed and updated when necessary. Some of the district’s policies for the 2021-22 school year have been altered, lifted, or adjusted due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. For more information regarding specific policies or for full policy descriptions, go to www.nhsd.net/board and click “BoardDocs.” The North Hills School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap or limited English proficiency in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. For more information regarding civil rights, contact: Title IX Coordinator (412- 318-1008), North Hills School District, 135 Sixth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15229. Page 5 of 76 North Hills School District Crest COLORS Red – Energy, Determination, Passion White – Safety, Purity, Cleanliness, Innocence, Goodness Silver – Security, Balance, Grace, Justice, Service, Reliability, Composure ADORNMENTS Laurel Wreath – Achievement Ribbon – Unity, School Pride, Identity (with motto: Pride, Tradition, Excellence) SYMBOLS Column – Achievement through education Torch and Hands – Passing of knowledge from teacher to students Eternal Flame – Perpetuation of Ideals and Traditions Winged Foot – Athletics, Sportsmanship, Fair Play Clef and Notes – Music and Performing Arts Drama Masks – Theater and Performing Arts Key of Knowledge – Unlock the doorway to knowledge Page 6 of 76 North Hills High School Alma Mater Words and music by Linda Naumann (Class of 1957) We're united sons and daughters Bound in love and praise for thee, North Hills High, our Alma Mater, Ever faithful we will be. Refrain: Alma Mater, we shall treasure Memories that never die Though the years go swiftly by We'll be true to North Hill High. Second Stanza - Martha Willis (1958) Thro' thy hallowed hall re-echo Voices gay, untouched by fears, For within thy walls we gather Courage for the coming years. Refrain Third Stanza - Voice Classes (1958) Alma Mater, strong and glorious, High a-top the summits brow, Proudly we shall laud and honor, For to serve thee is our vow. Refrain Fourth Stanza - Keith Campbell (1958) When the twilight fades around us, We shall dream of glories past. Our beloved Alma Mater Thoughts of thee will always last. Refrain Page 7 of 76 Letter from the Principals Dear North Hills High School Students and Families, On behalf of our high school administration, faculty and staff, it is our privilege to welcome you to the new school year! It is our hope that, together, we can embrace the learning opportunities provided, whether in-person, remotely, or both. These opportunities remain focused on preparing you for a pathway focused on viable careers and/or post-secondary schooling. We are confident that by working together, this year at North Hills High School will enable you to become a valuable member of our school community. To assist in your journey, we have provided important information that gives you the tools and knowledge to be successful. Please read this handbook carefully as you will be responsible for the content within as it pertains to the policies, procedures, activities, rules and expectations of being part of our school community. Sound decisions are based upon a clear understanding of these expectations. Make the most of what it has to offer and contribute your time and talents wisely. Your actions reflect you, your family, your school, and your community. Be proud of yourself and act accordingly. Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to any staff member for assistance. We are here to support you. We know that every North Hills High School student has the potential for great things, each and every day. Collectively, it is our goal to foster an environment that is full of promise and allow all involved to have a year filled with personal and academic growth. We look forward to joining you in this journey. Have a great year! All our best, Kevin McKiernan Principal Hanna Mincemoyer Assistant Principal A-L John Lesjack Assistant Principal M-Z Page 8 of 76 Administration and Contact Information North Hills High School 53 Rochester Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15229 Administration Principal Chris Kubala, Principal’s Secretary Kevin McKiernan [email protected] [email protected] 412-318-1402 Assistant Principal (Last Names A-L) Trudy Lehmeier, Assistant Principal’s Secretary Hanna Mincemoyer [email protected] [email protected] 412-318-1410 Assistant Principal (Last Names M-Z) Elizabeth Scholes, Attendance Secretary John Lesjack [email protected] [email protected] 412-318-1426 Important Numbers Main Office 412-318-1402 Attendance 412-318-1426 Fax 412-318-1403 Assistant Principal’s Office 412-318-1410 11th & 12th Grade
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