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2880 U.S. Hwy. 231 S. • Lafayette, IN 47909 • 765.471.8883 http://www.schooldatebooks.com • [email protected] 1 NOTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL 1055 Klockner Road Hamilton, NJ 08619-3087 Main Office - (609) 631-4161 FAX - (609) 631-4129 Guidance - Ext. 3257 Attendance - Ext. 3256 Athletic Director - Ext. 3261 Nurse - Ext. 3260

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NOTTINGHAM ADMINISTRATION Mr. Frank Ragazzo, Principal Mr. Michael Walsh, Vice Principal Mrs. Dawn White, Vice Principal Mr. Dwayne Walker, Vice Principal Mr. Jon Adams, Athletic Director

Please follow the Nottingham Administration on Twitter: @StarsPrincipal, @VPWALSH, @MrsDawnWhiteNHS @VP_DWalker, @BigDawgAD

The Nottingham High School community is committed to maximizing the potential of each individual in our heterogeneous, multi-cultural student body.

Understanding of and adherence to the rules and the procedures outlined in this handbook/calendar will provide the learning environment that enables every Nottingham Northstar student to flourish and to graduate. Success and excellence at Nottingham are fostered by mutual respect in our school community as well as honest efforts in both academics and activities.

This handbook/calendar has been prepared to answer many common questions. We urge parents/ guardians/students to ask questions as they arise during the year. Most questions should be easily answered by our teachers and counselors. The entire school staff welcomes communication with parents and students, as we wish success for all Northstar students at Nottingham High School.

HAVE A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR!

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Absences...... 14 Lockers...... 19 Academic Affairs...... 10 Lost and Found...... 20 Academic Ethics...... 12 Make-Up Work After Absence...... 12 Academic Integrity...... 31 Marching Unit Parents Association...... 26 Academic Letter Award...... 19 NJSLA (New Jersey Student Learning Accidents and Insurance...... 17 Assessment)...... 12 Affirmative Action Policies...... 17 Northstar of the Month Award...... 11 Athletic Booster Club...... 26 One Session Day Schedules...... 13 Attendance...... 14 Organization Listings...... 22 Attire/Accessories...... 15 Other Rules...... 27 Automobiles...... 17 Outstanding Athlete Award...... 26 Board of Education Policies...... 13 Parent, Teacher, Student Association...... 26 Bus Passes/Conduct...... 17 Parent/Support Organizations...... 26 Cafeteria - Lunch Periods...... 18 Parents Actively Supporting the Arts Class Rank/Course Weighting...... 18 (P.A.S.T.A.)...... 27 Closing School...... 9 Passes...... 16 Co-Curricular Activities...... 21 Peer Leadership...... 20 Co-Curricular Activities And Principal’s Pin...... 20 Organization Listings...... 21 Program of Studies...... 11 Contacting Students During the School Day...... 27 Project Child Find...... 29 Dances/Socials/Proms...... 15 Pupil Grievance Procedure...... 20 Detention...... 18 School Privileges...... 16 Disciplinary Point System...... 9 School Regulations...... 14 Dissection Opt Out...... 21 School Trips...... 16 Early Dismissal...... 14 Senior Class Officers 2021-22...... 23 Electronic Devices...... 16 Spectator Behavior...... 22 Fire Drills...... 17 Sports...... 21 Food...... 16 Student Assistance Program/Core Team...... 21 General Policies/Activities...... 17 Student Discipline/Code of Conduct...... 4 Grade Level Placement...... 12 Student Government...... 22 Guidance...... 18 Student Government Officers 2021-22...... 23 Hamilton Township Schools Pupil Student Out of Good Standing...... 9 Code of Conduct...... 4 Student Record Copy Fee...... 16 Health Services...... 19 Student Suspensions and Home Instruction...... 19 Attendance Requirements...... 15 Honor Roll...... 19 Tardiness to Class...... 14 Individual Student Point Levels...... 9 Tardiness to School...... 14 In-School Alternative Program...... 18 Textbooks...... 16 Intervention and Referral Services...... 19 Use of Computer Network/Computers Junior Class Officers 2021-22...... 23 and Resources...... 30 Library Media Center...... 20 Visitors...... 16 Locker Visits...... 16 Working Papers...... 17

3 « « « « « « HAMILTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS PUPIL CODE OF CONDUCT GRADES 6 THRU 12 « « « « « « STUDENT DISCIPLINE/CODE OF CONDUCT A. Purpose The Student Code of Conduct and this Regulation are established to achieve the following purposes: 1. Foster the health, safety, social, and emotional well-being of students; 2. Support the establishment and maintenance of civil, safe, secure, supportive, and disciplined school environments conducive to learning; 3. Promote achievement of high academic standards; 4. Prevent the occurrence of problem behaviors; 5. Establish parameters for the intervention and remediation of problem student behaviors at all stages of identification; and 6. Establish parameters for school responses to violations of the code of student conduct that take into account, at a minimum, the severity of the offenses, the developmental ages of student offenders and students’ histories of inappropriate behaviors in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7.2 through 7.8, as appropriate. B. Expectations for Academic Achievement, Behavior, and Attendance All students have a responsibility to comply with State statutes and administrative codes for academic achievement, behavior, and attendance, pursuant to N.J.A.C 6A:32-8 and 13.1. C. Behaviors That May Result in Suspension or Expulsion In accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:37-2, any student who is guilty of continued and willful disobedience, open defiance of the authority of any teacher or person having authority over the student, the habitual use of profanity or of obscene language, or who shall cut, deface or otherwise injure any school property, shall be liable to punishment and to suspension or expulsion from school. Conduct which shall constitute good cause for suspension or expulsion of a student guilty of such conduct shall include, but not be limited to, any of the following: 1. Continued and willful disobedience; 2. Open defiance of the authority of any teacher or person, having authority over the student; 3. Conduct of such character as to constitute a continuing danger to the physical well-being of other students; 4. Physical assault upon another student; 5. Taking, or attempting to take, personal property or money from another student, or from the student’s presence, by means of force or fear; 6. Willfully causing, or attempting to cause, substantial damage to school property; 7. Participation in an unauthorized occupancy by any group of students or others of any part of any school or other building owned by any school district, and failure to leave such school or other facility promptly after having been directed to do so by the Principal or other person then in charge of such building or facility; 8. Incitement which is intended to and does result in unauthorized occupation by any group of students or others of any part of a school or other facility owned by any school district; 9. Incitement which is intended to and does result in truancy by other students; 10. Knowing possession or knowing consumption without legal authority of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances on school premises, or being under the influence of intoxicating liquor or controlled dangerous substances while on school premises; 11. Harassment, intimidation, or bullying.

4 Students shall also be suspended from school for assault upon a school staff member in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:37-2.1 and 2.2. D. Chart of Discipline – Below is a Chart of Student Discipline listing school responses to violations of behavioral expectations which shall be approved by the Board and included in each school’s student handbook. *In all cases, the administrator’s judgment will be exercised in determining the level of severity of any on instance of misconduct in the Hamilton Township Schools and the enforcement of appropriate disciplinary actions. SUBSEQUENT VIOLATION FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE OFFENSE 1-9 OSS 9 OSS Superintendent Superintendent or or Designee Review + OSS, BOE Hearing + Arson Designee Hearing + Police Notification Police Notification Police Not in Good Standing Not in Good Standing 1-9 OSS 9 OSS Possible Superin- Possible Superin- OSS tendent or Designee tendent or Designee Assault Review Review BOE Hearing Police Notification Police Notification Police Notification Not in Good Standing Not in Good Standing OSS BOE Hearing + OSS BOE Hearing + OSS, BOE Hearing + Assault With Weapon Police Police Police Notification Not in Good Standing Not in Good Standing Police Teacher Detention, Loss of credit, Parent Loss of credit, Parent Notification, Building Community Service, Notification Cheating possible loss of credit Admin Review for assignment, Parent ISAP or community ISAP or OSS service notification Not in Good Standing Parent Notification Cutting class, Leaving ISAP or community Class, or Leaving Teacher Detention, ISAP or OSS service, possible loss Assigned Location Community Service of credit for, Not in Good Standing Without Permission Not in Good Standing ISAP or Community ISAP or OSS, Com- 1-9 OSS Cutting Detention Service munity Service Parent Meeting

Policy #5519 Policy #5519 1-9 OSS Policy #5519 9 day OSS Police Notification, Dating Violence 1-9 OSS Superintendent or Building Admin Designee Review, Police Notification Review, Police Notification, Not Not in Good Standing in Good Standing 1-9 OSS Police ISAP Possible 1-9 OSS Police Noti- Notification OSS fication, Possible Defiance of Authority Building Admin Superintendent or Possible Police Review, Not in Good Designee Review, Not Notification Standing in Good Standing

5 SUBSEQUENT VIOLATION FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE OFFENSE ISAP Possible or 1-9 1-9 OSS OSS OSS Restitution with Destruction of School, Restitution and Police community service, Staff or Student Restitution with notification, police notification, property possible community Superintendent or service, police Building Admin Review Designee Review, Not notification Not in Good Standing in Good Standing ISAP or 1-9 Day OSS 9 day OSS Building ISAP and/or Com- Disobedience Building Admin Admin Review, Not in munity Service Review, Not in Good Good Standing Standing 9 day OSS Building ISAP and/or Com- ISAP or 1-9 OSS Disruption Admin review, Not in munity Service Building Admin Review Good Standing ISAP or 1-9 OSS 9 day OSS 1-9 OSS Building Superintendent or Building Admin Admin Review, Police Extortion Designee Review, Review, Possible Notification, Not in Police Notification, Not Police Good Standing Notification in Good Standing Failure to Wear 1-3 day Bus 3-5 day Bus Seatbelt on School Administrative Warning Suspension Suspension Bus 1-9 OSS ISAP or 1-9 OSS Superintendent or OSS BOE Hearing + Falsifying a Fire or Building Admin Designee Review, Police Notification, Not Security Alarm Review, Police Police Notification, Not in Good Standing Notification in Good Standing 3-9 days OSS with 5-9 OSS with ISAP, possible ISAP, I&RS, possible 1-9 days OSS with Police Notification, CST review, Police possible ISAP, Police Fighting Counselor and/or SAC notification, Not in Notification, Counselor notification, Not in Good Standing, and/or SAC notification Good Standing, Parent Superintendent or conference Designee Review HIB Referral conse- HIB Referral, conse- quences according to HIB Referral, 1-9 OSS Harassment, Intimida- quences according to behavior exhibited, Superintendent or tion, or Bullying behavior exhibited, I&RS, Building Admin Designee Review, Not I&RS Review, Not in Good in Good Standing Standing 1-9 OSS Inappropriate ISAP and/or ISAP or 1-9 OSS Community Service, Language Community Service Community Service Not in Good Standing 1-9 OSS ISAP and/or Com- ISAP or 1-9 OSS Inappropriate Dress Community Service, munity Service Community Service Not in Good Standing 15 days bus suspen- Administrative Warning 5-10 days bus suspen- Inappropriate Behavior sion, Possible police – possible 1-5 day bus sion, Possible police on School Bus notification suspension notification Not in Good Standing 6 SUBSEQUENT VIOLATION FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE OFFENSE 1-9 OSS ISAP and/or Com- ISAP or 1-9 OSS Littering Community Service, munity Service Community Service Not in Good Standing 1-9 OSS 1-9 OSS Community Service, 1-5 days ISAP, Community Service, loss of computer Misuse of Computer Community service, loss of computer privileges, Building Networks/Computers possible police privileges, police Admin Review, police notification notification, Not in notification, Not in Good Standing Good Standing Police notification, Police notification, Police Notification, BOE Hearing, 9 Days community service, 4-9 community service, 1-4 OSS, counseling, Days OSS, counsel- Days OSS, counseling, parent meeting with Sexual Harassment ing, Superintendent parent meeting with building Admin, or Designee Review, Building Admin review, Review program and Possible CST review, I&RS placement, Not in Not in Good Standing Good Standing 4 Days OSS and Smoking and/or 2 Days OSS and 3 Days ISS, Police Possession of a 3 Days ISS, Police notification, summons tobacco product (As 1-4 days ISS, Police notification, summons for court, Parent defined by Board Notification, summons for court, Parent Conference, not in policy on School for court, SAC referral Conference Sac good standing, SAC Grounds including Referral, Building referral, Building E-Cigarettes Admin Review Admin Review Possession of OSS, BOE Hearing + OSS, BOE Hearing + OSS, BOE Hearing + controlled substances Police Notification Police Notification Police Notification with intent to distribute 7 days OSS and 5 days OSS and 3 3 days ISAP, days ISAP, not in good Superintendent or standing, Building 3 days OSS and 2 Designee Review, Admin Review, loss of Substance Abuse days ISAP, not in Police Notification, extracurricular and/or possession, good standing, police Not in Good Standing, participation for to include Vaporized notification, parent indefinite loss of remainder of the year, liquid conference SAC all extracurricular Police Notification Referral activities Parent Conference Parent Conference SAC referral SAC Referral 3-9 days OSS with possible ISAP, Police 1-9 days OSS with Notification, Counselor possible ISAP, Police and/or SAC Notification, Building notification, Not in OSS, BOE hearing + Terroristic Threat Admin Review, Good Standing, police notification Counselor and/or SAC Superintendent or notification, parent Designee Review, conference, I&RS indefinite loss of all extracurricular activities, CST review

7 SUBSEQUENT VIOLATION FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE OFFENSE 5-9 days OSS and 3 Depending on the days ISAP, not in good 3-9 days OSS and 2 severity, 1-9 days OSS standing, Superin- days ISAP, community and 2 days ISAP, tendent or Designee service, not in good community service, Review, loss of standing, police Police Notification, extracurricular Theft/Damage notification, restitution restitution of stolen participation for of stolen or damaged or damaged property, remainder of the year. property, Parent Con- Counselor/SAC Police Notification, ference, Counselor/ notification, Parent restitution of stolen SAC notification Conference or damaged property, Parent Conference Parent Notification Administrative ISAP or community ISAP or OSS, Not in Truancy Detention or ISAP, service, possible loss Good Standing, I&RS Community Service of credit for, Not in Good Standing 9 days OSS with possible ISAP, 1-9 days OSS with Police Notification, possible ISAP, Police Superintendent or Use or Possession of Notification, Parent OSS, BOE Hearing + Designee Review, an Exploding Device Notification, Building Police Notification Counselor and/or SAC Admin Review, I&RS, notification, Not in SAC notification Good Standing, Parent Conference, I&RS 5-9 days OSS and 3 days ISAP, not 3-9 days OSS and 2 in good standing, 1-9 days OSS and 2 days ISAP, community Superintendent or days ISAP, com- service, not in good Designee Review, loss munity service, Police standing, police of extracurricular Vandalism Notification, restitution notification, restitution participation for of damaged property, of damaged property, remainder of the year, Parent Conference, parent conference, police notification, Building Admin Review counselor/SAC restitution of damaged notification property, parent conference Mandatory 9 days 1-9 days OSS depend- OSS and exclusion ing on the severity from the regular and intent and/or program pending a exclusion from the Superintendent or regular program while Designee Review provided an alternative results and/or court OSS, BOE Hearing + Weapon Possession program pending a resolution, while Police Notification Superintendent or provided an alternative Designee Review and/ program with CST or court resolution, input, police notifica- CST review and police tion. Not in good notification, Not in standing and exclusion Good Standing from all extracurricular activities.

8 SUBSEQUENT VIOLATION FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE OFFENSE 5-9 days OSS and 3 3-9 days OSS and 2 days ISAP, not in good days ISAP, community Depending on the standing, Superin- service, not in good severity, 1-9 days OSS tendent or Designee standing, police and 2 days ISAP, com- Review, loss of extracur- notification, restitution Wrongful Entry munity service, police ricular participation for if damaged property, notification, restitution remainder of the year, parent conference, if damaged property, police notification, building admin review, parent conference restitution if damaged counselor/SAC property, parent notification conference DISCIPLINARY POINT SYSTEM A student’s privileges as a member of the Hamilton Township community may be limited as a result of behavior or misconduct that warrants such limitation. Hamilton Township middle and high schools utilize a point system to track student discipline infractions and promote an environment where students may learn from their mistakes before those mistakes negatively impact their student privileges and their ability to take full advantage of all opportunities offered in the district.

Code Disposition Point AW Administrative Warning 1 point AD Administrative Detention 2 points BUS Bus Suspension 3 points ISS In-School Suspension 3 points OSS Out-of-School Suspension 4 points Out-of-School Suspension with Superintendent and/or School SBH 8 points Board Hearing INDIVIDUAL STUDENT POINT LEVELS

Point Totals Action 12 points Parent & Administrator goal setting meeting for Behavior Contract. 22 points Hearing Before the Principal. STUDENT OUT OF GOOD STANDING • Academic Eligibility – Not passing 3 classes at the close of the preceding semester. • Attendance – More than 16 unexcused absences within the school year. • Tardiness – Excessive tardies have resulted in accumulation of 4 or more administrative detentions within the school year. • Discipline – 2 or more suspensions (out of school) and/or 22 accumulated points within the school year or any single offense deemed serious by the Principal. • Obligations & Fines – Must be paid in full prior to the event. At 22 points student may file an appeal after having a clean discipline record for 45 days from the last incident. CLOSING SCHOOL When school must be closed due to inclement weather or other emergency conditions, a HTSD robocall will be made to your home communicating relevant information.

9 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS CHANGES IN COURSE WEIGHT, GPA CALCULATION, AND NON-GPA OPTION 1. GRADING SCALE Grade Numeric Equivalent GPA A+ 97-100 4.3 A 94-96 4.0 A- 90-93 3.7 B+ 87-89 3.3 B 84-86 3.0 B- 80-83 2.7 C+ 77-79 2.3 C 74-76 2.0 C- 70-73 1.7 D+ 67-69 1.3 D 64-66 1.0 D- 60-63 0.7 F 0-59 0.0 S Passing Through Effort (Achievement very poor) X Appears with the grade to indicate insufficient attendance. A final grade of X will result in loss of credit. During each grading period, a teacher will provide a minimum of the following to measure student learning: • 3 summative • 5 formative, and • 5 practice assessments 2. COURSE WEIGHT The course weight system is as follows: Level Weight B 1.00 A 1.10 Honors 1.20 AP 1.25 3. GRADE POINT AVERAGE CALCULATION A student’s grade point average is calculated by multiplying the number of credits per course times the weight of the course times the grade achieved in that course. The totals for each course are added and divided by the number of credits taken to compute a student’s grade point average. An example is given below: Courses Credits Weight Grade Total Honors English 5 1.2 A (4) 24 Geometry 5 1.1 A (4) 22 U.S. History I 5 1.1 A (4) 22 Science 5 1.1 B (3) 16.5 146.5 divided Spanish I 5 1.1 A (4) 22 by 35 = Typing 5 1.0 A (4) 20 4.1857 - GPA Health 2.5 1.0 A (4) 10 Physical Education 2.5 1.0 A (4) 10 TOTALS 35 146.5 10 4. ELECTIVE COURSES - beginning in September, 1997, students in all grades will be permitted to take a maximum of five (5) credits per year where the final grade will not figure in the calculation of the GPA. THESE SELECTIONS MAY NOT INCLUDE GRADUATION REQUIREMENT COURSES. The students will receive a final grade which goes on the permanent record. Students who receive a “C” or lower will not be eligible for the honor roll. PASS/FAIL ELECTIVES WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE. This “Non-GPA Course” must be identified during registration/scheduling. However, students may change this decision up to (3) three weeks into the course. 5. PREREQUISITE - Prerequisite requires a passing grade or higher in another course in order to be eligible to enroll for a specific course. Example: French II has a prerequisite of “70%” or better in French I. 6. RECOMMENDATIONS - There are recommendations for a few courses. The recommendations were given by the teaching and guidance staff to help students achieve the greatest success in courses selected. The recommendations are listed for the student’s benefit. Example: Word/Information Processing (B412) - Recommendation “C: or above in Keyboarding/Keyboarding Applications (B212) 7. Please note that a maximum of 40 credits will be applied when generating GPA calculations for any given school year. 8. Drop/Add – The drop/add period ends three (3) weeks into a course.

NORTHSTAR OF THE MONTH AWARD Each month several “Northstars of the Month” will be identified by the faculty. To be nominated a student must have demonstrated one or more of the following attributes: 1. Service to the school and community. 2. Contributions to school spirit through consistent effort and positive attitude. 3. Outstanding performance on a class project or activity not related to a co-curricular activity. 4. Academic growth or improvement within the department. (This could be a student progressing from an “F” to a “C” through hard work and effort.) 5. Distinction or high average within a department. 6. Or some other distinction worth honor.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The following courses are required for graduation: English - 20 credits Health/Physical Education - 20 credits U.S. History - 10 credits World History - 5 credits Mathematics - 15 credits (10 credits must be in Algebra 1 and Geometry) Science – 15 credits (5 credits must be in Biology) Visual and Performing Arts – 5 credits World Language – 5 credits Career Education, Consumer, Family and Life Skills or Career and Technical – 5 credits Personal Finance Literacy (2.5 credits) Total credits needed for graduation-120

11 MAKE-UP WORK AFTER ABSENCE When a student is absent for any reason and does not receive home instruction, he/she is required to make up all assignments, tests, quizzes, laboratory experiments, projects, and reports missed during the period of absence. Some general guidelines for making up work are as follows: 1) If a student is absent only on the day of a test or quiz, that student must be prepared to take the test immediately on his/her return to school. In a similar fashion, reports or projects that are due on the day of an absence must be handed in upon return to school. 2) If a student is absent on the day before a test or quiz, but was aware of the test prior to the absence, and if the class missed did not introduce new material, the student must take the test with the class on the scheduled day. 3) Make-up tests or quizzes are taken at a time determined by the teacher. If the test is taken during the regular class period, the student remains responsible for all regular work missed during that class time. 4) If a student is absent for at least two days but not more than five days, all make-up work must be completed within five school days of returning to school. 5) If a student is absent for more than five days but has not been on home instruction, all work must be made up within ten school days of returning to school. 6) Any student failing to make up work within the appropriate time frame may receive a “0” for all work not made up. In some classes, such as industrial arts, it is not possible to work on projects at home. Students may, however, make special arrangements with their teachers to work after school or before school to maintain the proper pace of work completion. Teachers will provide time for such work to be accomplished, and students will remain responsible to arrange alternate transportation home, as necessary. NJSLA (NEW JERSEY STUDENT LEARNING ASSESSMENT) The New Jersey Student Learning Assessments for English Language Arts/Literacy and for Mathematics measures the extent to which students are, or on track to being college or career ready in each of the two respective areas. The test in English Language Arts/Literacy assesses student proficiency in reading and comprehending a range of grade appropriate material independently. It also provides a measure of how effectively a student writes when using and/or analyzing sources. The test in Mathematics measures student competencies in the major and additional/supporting content in mathematics for grade or course, as well as student grade-appropriate mathematical reasoning and modeling skills. GRADE LEVEL PLACEMENT A student will qualify for homeroom or grade level placement when the following criteria are met: Freshman (Grade 9) promotion or transfer from grade 8 or attain age 16 prior to May 1 of the coming school year. Sophomore (Grade 10) Student with 30--59 credits. Junior (Grade 11) Student with 60-89 credits. Senior (Grade 12) Student with 90 or more credits, and can meet all graduation requirements within the current year’s schedule. In order to purchase tickets for class proms and socials, students must have earned that grade status with sufficient credits for a timely graduation. ACADEMIC ETHICS Students are expected to practice academic ethics, or honesty in their schoolwork. No student may give or receive help on any test or discuss the content of any test with a student in another section of the same course or with a student who must make up a test. Students are expected to do their own work either in class or for homework. Copying another student’s work is not permitted. In addition, any student’s work that is determined by a teacher to be that of another student or is copied from an outside source will be given the grade of “F” and further disciplinary action may be taken according to criteria outlined by the respective academic department or by the administration.

12 ONE SESSION DAY SCHEDULES SCHEDULE A Pd. 1 7:50 – 8:38 Pd. 2 8:41 – 9:29 Pd. 3 9:32 – 10:20 Pd. 4 10:23 – 11:11 Pd. 5 11:14 – 12:02 SCHEDULE B Pd. 1 7:50 – 8:38 Pd. 6 8:41 – 9:29 Pd. 7 9:32 – 10:20 Pd. 8 10:23 – 11:11 Pd. 9 11:14 – 12:02 SCHEDULE C Pd. 1 7:50 – 8:38 Pd. 2 8:41 – 9:29 Pd. 3 9:32 – 10:20 Pd. 8 10:23 – 11:11 Pd. 9 11:14 – 12:02 « « « « « « BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICIES « « « « « « These policies, along with others, can be viewed in their entirety in the Office of the Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services, the main office at our school, or online at www.hamilton.k12.nj.us P 2260 Affirmative Action for School and Classroom Practices P 2361 Acceptable Use of Computers Networks/Computers and Resources P 2415.20 No Child Left Behind Complaints P 5250 Excusal from Class or Program P 5512.01 Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying P 5512.02 Cyber-Bullying P 5530 Substance Abuse P 5533 Smoking on School Premises P 5750 Equal Educational Opportunity P 5751 Sexual Harassment P 5755 Equity in Educational Programs and Services P 8601 Pupil Supervision After School Dismissal P 9150 School Visitors

13 « « « « « « SCHOOL REGULATIONS « « « « « « ATTENDANCE Poor attendance and lateness to school are serious problems. They interfere with the student’s ability to complete the prescribed courses of study satisfactorily, and they violate the State Law which requires a student to attend school regularly. Sometimes, due to valid illness, death in the family, or religious holidays, it is necessary for students to be absent. On the day the student is absent, the parent/guardian is to call the Attendance Office by 8:30 a.m. In order to receive an excused absence for medical reasons, a doctor’s note is required upon returning to school. Only designated communicable diseases are considered as “excused”. It is the student’s responsibility to contact teachers regarding assignments. If a student is going to be absent for a period of more than three days, the parent is to contact the Attendance Office so that arrangements can be made to get homework assignments. Students who will be absent due to illness for a prolonged period of time (two weeks or more) should contact the nurse for possible home instruction. Pupils must be present for at least 90% of the time in order to receive credit on his/her report card. Attendance for less than 90% of the class meetings will be reflected by an “X” mark of no credit, or an “F” if the pupil’s work was “failing” while in attendance. Doctor’s notes are due in the Attendance Office within one week of the student’s return to school to be considered for possible appeals of course credit lost due to insufficient class attendance. Students absent without parental consent are truant and will be penalized. ABSENCES 10 absences in a semester course...... No course credit 19 absences in a year course...... No course credit EARLY DISMISSAL Procedure to request an early dismissal: 1. Student presents a note to the Attendance Office before 7:50 a.m. 2. Notes are to include student’s name, grade, homeroom number, period one class, reason for request, and parent/guardian signature. 3. If a child does not hand in a note the parent/guardian or person designated on the emergency card will be permitted to sign the child out of school. Proper identification is required. TARDINESS TO SCHOOL School starts promptly at 7:50 a.m. Students who are tardy to school will be marked tardy to their first period class. TARDINESS TO CLASS Students are allotted four minutes passing time between periods. All students must keep to the right of the halls and on stairways and must follow the shortest and quickest route between classes. Students are given reasonable freedom while changing classes, but they are not permitted to be disorderly or to obstruct traffic. Classroom teachers record pupil tardiness and take appropriate action to prevent it. Repeated tardiness to class equates with class absence. Pupils continuing to be tardy to class will be referred to the Attendance Office for disciplinary action and, like those continuously absent, will lose credit for their courses.

14 STUDENT SUSPENSIONS AND ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS In order to assure that suspended students are responsible for all school assignments and attendance requirements, the following regulations were implemented at the high school level: 1. Any OSS will result in a student not participating in any school activity for that period of time. 2. Students suspended for two (2) or more days will be required to report to school on a daily basis, beginning on the 2nd day, to pick up classroom assignments. Classroom assignments will be developed by the appropriate teachers and delivered to a designated area in the building by 8:00 a.m. 3. Students will report daily to a designated area between 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. to pick up their assignments. All previous days’ assignments must be returned at this time. Since students will only be permitted to report to the designated area, all textbooks and other necessary materials must be taken home on the day of suspension. 4. Students who fail to report, to return assignments or whose assignments are not complete to the satisfaction of the teacher will receive an unexcused absence for that class. 5. Certain offenses will prohibit the student from being on school grounds during the suspension period; therefore, for the purpose of picking up work, the student will be required to report to another location in the district. 6. There will be no refunds for tickets purchased for after-school activities (i.e., dances, proms, etc.) for students prohibited from attending due to suspension. 7. Any OSS assigned on a Friday to begin on Monday will result in a student not participating in any school activity on that Friday as well as the weekend. 8. Any 9 day OSS will result in a student not participating in any school activity for 30 school days after the completion of the OSS. Depending on the circumstance, this may include loss of privilege to participate in the graduation ceremony. ATTIRE/ACCESSORIES Clothing that serves as a distraction to the educational process will not be allowed during the school day. Clothing in the shop and physical education classes must meet special safety and hygiene requirements posted there. Students on school trips must be appropriately attired for the activity. Examples of inappropriate clothing include beachwear; tops which expose bare front, back and/or side midriffs, or which are of spaghetti-string style; shorts above mid-thigh; pants which expose bare back, front, sides or underwear; unclean attire; articles which display disruptive images or language, clothing considered lounge / sleepwear; etc. All head coverings/headbands (not limited to hats), sunglasses, beepers, personal communication devices, or other distracters are not permitted anywhere in the building during the school day. The above items will be confiscated and retained in the office until retrieved by a parent or legal guardian. Coats/outerwear may not be worn during the regular school day DANCES/SOCIALS/PROMS Attendance at dances, socials, proms, is a privilege for students at Nottingham High School. In order to attend, aside from the noted requirements, a student must not have any current discipline for the day of the dance or trip. If the dance or trip is on a weekend, a student suspended on a Friday will not be allowed to attend that weekend. Any student who has an obligation must pay it in full BEFORE he or she will be allowed to purchase a ticket to a dance, social, prom, or trip. Any additional obligations during the same year must be cleared before a student can purchase a ticket for the next event. Accordingly, no student with an obligation can be the date (guest) of someone else at a Nottingham dance, social, or prom if he or she has an outstanding obligation. Obligation information and payments are handled in the Main Office. One notice of previous year obligations will be mailed home and must be cleared before a student is allowed to purchase a ticket for a dance, social, or prom.

15 Ticket sales All ticket sales for Nottingham events, such as proms, dances, socials, and trips, etc, will ONLY be sold in the morning by the advisor before school from 7:15 a.m. until 7:45 a.m. and after school from 2:35 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. The tickets will be sold in the Main Hall Conference room one week prior to the event and for ONLY 5 days. If a student is absent or suspended during the time of ticket sales, a parent/guardian must come in to purchase the ticket. NO tickets will be sold at any other time. ELECTRONIC DEVICES The use of any electronic devices during lunch periods and study hall is a privilege that can be eliminated if rules are not followed. These devices (including headphones) may not be seen/used until entering the lunch or study period. The use of cell phones, in any manner, is strictly prohibited. Phones are to remain off during school hours and are not to be visible. Students must surrender a phone to any staff member for violation of these rules. Phones will only be returned, directly to a parent/guardian by an administrator. SCHOOL TRIPS Attendance on school trips is a privilege. Teachers have the option of providing alternate activities for students whose behavior does not warrant attendance on a school trip. The administration reserves the right to remove any student from a school trip for standards that do not conform with school policies. This would include: out of school suspensions, excessive tardies, cuts, or absences, insubordination, etc. In addition, any student who is removed from a school trip may not be entitles to a refund on monies deposited. Specific refund policies will be determined by the individual trip coordinator. SCHOOL PRIVILEGES Any student who receives an in or out of school suspension may not be permitted to attend school events, including but not limited to dances, athletic\special events and trips during that school year. FOOD No food or beverage (including candy) is to be taken from or consumed outside the cafeteria or home economics area. Food or drink that is open, outside the cafeteria, will be taken and discarded. Students may not eat/drink during study halls. PASSES Every student sent from a teacher’s area for any reason at any time of the school day must have a pass (student handbook). Passes from academic classes are to be issued for emergency reasons only. LOCKER VISITS Students are not permitted to go to their lockers, during class periods, for any reason. STUDENT RECORD COPY FEE The school will provide a free copy of a student’s permanent record when the student transfers to another school, graduates, or terminates school with no apparent intentions to continue in a formal educational program. There will be a fee for sending transcripts. TEXTBOOKS Textbooks are the property of the Hamilton Township School District. Students are required to maintain textbooks in an acceptable manner, and to keep them covered at all times. Students are responsible for the cost of lost or damaged books. Books 1 to 2 years old will necessitate a lost/damaged book fee that must cover the full replacement cost. A lost/damaged book that is 3 to 4 years old will cost 75% of the replacement value, books older than that will be 50% of the replacement cost. VISITORS All visitors, including parents, must first buzz in at Door #1 (front door). Then, the visitor would report to the front desk outside of the Guidance Office to communicate the purpose of the visit, present identification, and sign in. Due to our large enrollment, only persons having necessary school business will receive such permission during school hours. Alumni are cordially invited to attend all events open to the public.

16 FIRE DRILLS New Jersey Law states that every school within the state must have at least two fire drills per month. The signal for a fire drill will be the ringing of a special bell. Students will leave the rooms in a quiet and orderly fashion following the directions of the teachers. (Tornado drills may also be announced as well as “Condition” drills.) Students must remain with their teacher and class for the duration of the drill. WORKING PAPERS Students desiring “Working Papers” may obtain them in the Guidance Office during the school day. Completed forms may be picked up in the Guidance Office on school days before 3:00 p.m. Students should drop them off before Period 1 to insure their completion by the end of the day. « « « « « « GENERAL POLICIES/ACTIVITIES « « « « « « ACCIDENTS AND INSURANCE All accidents must be reported immediately to the teacher (or coach) supervising the activity. The accident must also be reported to the school nurse, so that an accident report may be completed as soon as possible. Pupils who purchase school insurance must follow the procedures stated on the insurance policy. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICIES The policy of the Hamilton Township Board of Education is to promote an educational environment that will meet the needs and encourage the development of the abilities of each individual student to the extent of his or her potential without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, origin, ancestry, handicap, social or economic status. The Board of Education affirms its responsibility to insure that all pupils enrolled in the schools of this district are afforded equal education. AUTOMOBILES All students intending to drive to school must register their cars. Registration forms are available in the main office. Parking rules and regulations are listed on the registration form and must be followed. Senior students only are allowed to park their cars in the horseshoe on the Hamilton Avenue side of the school or in spaces identified with an “SR”. Parking decals must be displayed. Students may register only one car. If the car is sold, the old decal must be removed from the old vehicle and placed in the new one. A new form with information pertaining to the new vehicle must be filed with the Main Office. If the old decal is damaged upon removal, the pieces must be taken to the Main Office before a new decal will be issued. Any student who drives an unregistered car to school must report to the Main Office. Such seniors will receive a temporary card from the administration and will be allowed to park the car in the horseshoe. Those students who park on any neighborhood streets are reminded: 1) Park properly 2) Do not block any driveways 3) Do not block in any other car, etc. Failure to follow these regulations will result in the car being towed. STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARK IN AREAS DESIGNATED AS FACULTY/STAFF PARKING. Failure to obey parking rules and regulations will result in loss of parking privileges. Students will not be allowed to go to their cars after arriving to school without administrative approval. Repeated disregard of these regulations may result in disciplinary action. BUS PASSES/CONDUCT Any student with questions or problems regarding bus pass/transportation problems should report their difficulties to the Attendance Office before homeroom. New Jersey Law provides that students who violate the regulations concerning conduct on school buses may be denied the privilege of school bus services.

17 CAFETERIA - LUNCH PERIODS Students will enter the cafeteria in an orderly manner and form proper lines. Chairs are to remain where placed and all food is to be consumed in the cafeteria. Students are expected to keep the cafeteria clean by clearing their refuse after eating and placing it in the proper receptacle. We are committed to recycling and students are expected to separate their lunch trash appropriately. After finishing lunch, students may go outside (and remain in designated areas) so that tables can be cleared. Once out, students must remain out, until let in by the duty teacher. Students may not go near areas designated for parked cars. Students may not leave school grounds during their lunch period. Leaving grounds will result in disciplinary action. CLASS RANK/COURSE WEIGHTING Class rank is computed on an annual basis for all students in grades 9-12. The twelfth grade (senior) class rank will be computed after the completion of the first semester of the senior year. This class rank is calculated using a weighted system as a means of assessing more fairly the academic achievements of each student. High school courses are weighted 1.25 (AP), 1.2 (Honors),1.1, (A level), 1.0 (B level), with the most academically-challenging courses receiving a weight of 1.25. More details on course weight, GPA, and non-GPA courses are outlined in this handbook. DETENTION Detention may be issued by staff for various student classroom infractions. Detention will be held before or after school. Students will be given one-day notice to arrange for his/her transportation needs. Students who fail to take their assigned detention will be referred to the administration for further disciplinary action. IN-SCHOOL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Students assigned to ISAP are required to report to the ISAP room (126). Students must do school work the entire time. They will receive assistance as needed from the ISAP teacher and must complete all assignments. Students assigned to ISAP are to follow the pertinent regulations listed below: In School Alternative Program - REGULATIONS 1. Students must bring the following: a. all textbooks and workbooks b. a pen, pencil and paper, and c. some reading material for use after completion of all assignments. (Reading material must be such that it is appropriate for a high school library.) 2. Students must work the entire day. 3. Students may not talk to each other, get up from assigned seat, sleep, or otherwise engage in nonproductive use of time. 4. Students may get academic assistance from the ISAP teacher by raising a hand and waiting for attention. 5. Students will not be permitted to leave the ISAP room. They will not be allowed to go their lockers and must use the lavatory located by the ISAP room. 6. When an assignment is completed, students are to give the work and the assignment sheet to the ISAP teacher. Failure to abide by these rules will result in further disciplinary action, including the possibility of additional ISAP time or out of school suspension. 7. No cell phone use. GUIDANCE Students are assigned to counselors who serve as their advisor throughout their high school years. The Guidance Department encourages students and parents to use the facilities and services of the department. Students are welcome in the counseling center at any time when they have a problem and a pass. If there is an emergency, students may go directly to the counseling center without a pass. Students are encouraged to see their counselor during study hall or lunchtime. The Guidance Department requires fifteen school days to honor requests for transcripts and college applications. The current counseling assignments are listed in this handbook. Students are to consult this to identify their counselor.

18 HEALTH SERVICES Students will report to the Nurse’s Office only with a regular pass from the teacher. The main purpose of the School Health Service Department is to screen, to counsel, and to maintain a positive health environment in the school. All medications, including prescribed or over-the-counter, are not allowed to be carried by any student at school. In order for a student to receive any medication during school hours, a special medication form must be completed by the student’s attending physician. All medication must be brought to the school nurse by the parent/guardian in the original containers, labeled according to standards and kept in a locked closet in the school nurse’s office. HOME INSTRUCTION Applications for Home Instruction are generally processed by the Nurse’s Office. The private physician must complete the form indicating the necessity for continued absence of five days or more. The request for Home Instruction will then be processed by the Special Services Department. Before a student returns to school, the office release form must be signed by the physician. HONOR ROLL Nottingham is proud to maintain an Honor Roll of those students having no grade below a B and a Principal’s List of those students earning all A’s. ACADEMIC LETTER AWARD Students who earn a final year, high academic achievement average of 3.50 or greater will be specially recognized with a certificate or plaque the following fall. INTERVENTION AND REFERRAL SERVICES The State Board of Education provides standards for the delivery of Intervention and Referral Services. The requirements set forth in the State Code are intended to provide schools with direction in formulating coordinated services and team delivery within our student population. Our school has an Intervention and Referral Service team that meets regularly to address specific student needs. Any parent or staff member can make a student referral to the I&RS team through the child’s guidance counselor. The guidance department or an administrator may be contacted for more information. LOCKERS Locker assignments will be given to students through the homeroom teachers. Each student will keep his/her assigned locker until graduation. Lockers are the property of the Board of Education and are subject to inspection by school officials. As part of our “Locker Protection Program,” the school administration or designee will inspect student lockers at various times during the school year. The locker searches are meant to be suspicion less searches utilized as a deterrent in the school setting. The school district may engage canine detection to assist with the locker search. Any illegal evidence that is discovered during a locker inspection must be handled either by school administration and/or in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.1, et seq., which requires school officials to notify local law enforcement. The following regulations pertain to the use of hall lockers: (1) All lockers must remain locked when not in use. (2) Students are responsible for the care and condition of their lockers at all times and the security of their locker combinations. (3) Each student is required to use his/her own assigned locker. (4) Any locker that is not functioning properly is to be reported to the Attendance Office. (5) Students must plan their use of the locker to conform to their schedule without tardiness to class. STUDENTS ARE TO AVOID UNNECESSARY USE OF THE LOCKER BETWEEN CLASSES BY CARRYING ENOUGH BOOKS FOR SEVERAL CLASSES. (6) Graffiti and/or inappropriate display of pictures will result in disciplinary action which may include a fine. (7) NO LOCKER VISITS ARE PERMITTED WHILE CLASSES ARE IN SESSION.

19 PRINCIPAL’S PIN The Principal’s Pin Committee, comprised of students, teachers, and parents, define the meaning of a Nottingham High School “Northstar.” Being a Northstar means making a conscious decision to be a responsible member of the Nottingham High School community. Just as the North Star has served as a guide for thousands of years, a Not- tingham Northstar goes beyond the ordinary to be a role model and leader. Such a student exemplifies a commitment to excellence as displayed by the Pillars of Character upon which our school’s foundation is built. These Pillars, Respect, Citizenship, Responsibility, Trustworthiness, Fairness, and Caring, help a Nottingham Northstar to shine. Recognized students take pride in making academics their primary goal while taking an active part in making their school a success. Whether holding a door, helping another student become acclimated to the culture, or starting a peer study group, a Nottingham Northstar stands up for what is right and goes out of his or her way to make a difference in someone else’s life. This appreciation of others contributes to a respect of Nottingham’s diversity. In summary, this student does “the right thing” simply because he or she is a member of a school community and wants it to always be even better. For that, the student deserves recognition by being awarded the “Nottingham Principal’s Pin.” Nomination forms are available in the Main Office. LOST AND FOUND The ISAP room is the area designated for lost and found articles. Students should check there for articles if they have lost something, and return any found item to the Main Office. LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER The Library Media Center is a multifunctional resource that serves every member of the school community. The library space is open to students during school hours, and students may come to the Library during their study hall or lunch periods to engage in purposeful learning and use library resources. All students must have a pass and sign in to the Library upon arrival. Check the Library website for the current sign-in procedures. The website is linked to the Nottingham High School website under the menu “Our School.” The Library website also hosts digital resources that combine with the books in the Library to support student learning in every subject and area of interest. Students are encouraged to reach out to the Librarian, via school email or in person, for help seeking resources for class, to develop research and information skills, or to find books for recreational reading. All 9th grade students will receive an orientation to the library facilities, procedures, materials, and technology. PEER LEADERSHIP Our school offers a program to our freshmen entitled “The Nottingham Peer Leadership Program.” The purpose of this program is to help freshmen make a successful adjustment to the high school. Once a week, at the beginning of the school year, freshmen will meet in a discussion group. There will be a trained upper class student working with each freshman group leading various activities and discussions. PUPIL GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE Any individual pupil shall have the right to question and/or appeal the application of policies and administrative decisions affecting him/her through appropriate channels. The following procedures are available to initiate the problem solving process beyond the teacher: 1. Consult with a guidance counselor or other preferred professional staff member. Misunderstanding of policies will frequently be cleared up at this point. 2. Seek parental guidance and support. 3. Seek an appointment with a vice-principal. This procedure is recommended where time or the magnitude of the problem is a critical factor. If the problem is not resolved at the vice-principal’s level, appropriate guidelines will be recommended for further appeal with the principal.

20 STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM/CORE TEAM The CORE Team is a state-mandated program with a unique approach to problem solving in the schools. The purpose of the CORE Team is to identify and to address the problems of high-risk students. The CORE Team will identify those students (who often have trouble with drugs and/or alcohol) and also will plan interventions as appropriate. A student may be referred to the CORE Team or to the Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) by a teacher, counselor, administrator, parent, another student or him/herself. A referral form is available in the Guidance Office, and informal reports of concern may be made to any team member. DISSECTION OPT OUT Public school pupils from kindergarten through grade 12 may refuse to dissect, vivisect, incubate, capture or otherwise harm or destroy animals or any parts thereof as part of a course of instruction. The law requires schools to provide alternative education projects for those students who choose to “opt out” of these activities. Schools are required to notify pupils and their parents or guardians of a pupil’s right to decline to dissect, vivisect, incubate, capture or otherwise harm or destroy animals or any parts thereof as part of a course of instruction. Within two weeks or receipt of the notice, the law requires parents or guardians to notify the school of their desire to have their child exempt from participation and provided with an alternative education project. « « « « « « CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATION LISTINGS « « « « « « CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES The school provides opportunities for students to express themselves in a variety of ways so each student can develop his/her full potential. The co-curricular program affords students opportunities to pursue special interests and to develop leadership, friendships, social patterns, natural talents and vocational goals. Participation in a school sport or activity is a privilege. Failure to follow school rules and regulations will result in a loss of this privilege. A list of clubs, activities, and other co-curricular offerings is provided in this handbook. Students should contact the club advisor(s) for additional information. NOTE: In order to participate in any co-curricular activity a student must be present in school on the day of the activity. Students must be transported by staff or parents to any co-curricular trip. They may not drive themselves. SPORTS ELIGIBILITY FOR SPORTS The following are eligibility rules for all Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshmen teams representing a high school. These rules are only a brief outline. For a detailed explanation, consult the Athletic Director. 1. A student turning age of nineteen prior to September 1st is ineligible for athletic competition. 2. A student may participate in athletics for the four consecutive years following the time that the student initially enters ninth grade. The New Jersey State Board of Education has adopted regulations addressing high school athletics. All students will be required to pass 30 credits during the immediately preceding school year, including summer school, to be eligible for the first semester, and all students must be passing 15 credits on January 31 to be eligible for the second semester. ATHLETIC AWARDS Athletic awards are based on participation and performance in various sports. Each coach establishes criteria for each award, and these criteria are explained to the participants at the start of the season. In each case, the awards are presented at the end of the athletic season at a special ceremony to which parents and others are invited and encouraged to attend.

21 SPECIFIC SPORT RULES & REGULATIONS PROCEDURES ON DISQUALIFICATION Nottingham is a member of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA). The NJSIAA policy on disqualification is as follows: Any player/coach disqualified before, during or after an interscholastic event for unsportsmanlike and flagrant verbal or physical misconduct will be disqualified from the next two (2) regularly scheduled games/meets, with the exception of football which will carry a one (1) game disqualification, at that level of competition and all other game(s) meet(s) in the interim at any level in addition to any other penalties which the NJSIAA or a league/conference may assess. School administration can impose additional game(s) disqualifications and penalties. ATHLETIC ATTENDANCE POLICY Because attendance at practice is important, athletes are expected to attend all scheduled practices. An athlete missing practice without notifying his/her coach or without a valid excuse will lose playing time as determined by the coach. A valid excuse would include personal illness or injury, approved religious or legal holidays, approved dental or medical appointments and exceptional reasons as approved by the coach. However, whenever possible, the athlete is to notify the coach prior to the practice that will be missed. Repeated unexcused absences could result in dismissal from the team. A student must be in school no later than 10:30 a.m. in order to practice or to play that day. Exceptions are only with advance approval from the administration. SPECTATOR BEHAVIOR The following statements comprise a Spectator’s Code of Ethics, which has been approved by the high schools of Mercer County known as the Colonial Valley Conference. Our students are expected to conform to this code. Violators will be banned from games. 1. Spectators must, at all times, respect and extend all courtesies to officials, coaches and players as guests in the community. 2. Spectators are to be seated in the area designated for their school. At basketball games they are to remain seated while the game is in progress. 3. Enthusiastic and wholesome cheering is encouraged. Disrespectful conduct must be avoided at all times. 4. Noisemakers, banners and signs are not acceptable or proper for an athletic event. 5. Spectators are not permitted on the athletic playing area at any time. 6. Spectators are to respect the property of others at all times. 7. Spectators must observe and obey the rules and regulations of the school concerning smoking, food and soft drink consumption, use of lavatory facilities and parking of cars. 8. New Jersey State Law prohibits alcoholic beverages or narcotics of any kind on school property; the law further prohibits any person under the influence of alcohol or narcotics to be on the school property. 9. Spectators must respect and obey all school officials, marshals, and police at all athletic contests. « « « « « « ORGANIZATION LISTINGS « « « « « « STUDENT GOVERNMENT Qualifications to run for a Student Government Office or Class Office: A. Must exhibit good citizenship, including good attendance and no OSS record. B. In all marking periods, have and maintain a C average in all classes. C. Attend all scheduled meetings (unless advisor has been notified in writing and given approval in advance) Note: Students may only run for one office.

22 STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFICERS 2021-22 President – Ben Hogan Vice President – Kaitlyn Angelucci Secretary – Kiera Luckie Treasurer – Tyler Dunmeyer Board Representative: Julie Burke PTSA Representatives: Leigha Harrison & Ella Kinloch FRESHMAN CLASS The incoming Freshman Class attends an orientation on the first day of school; elects class officers and participates in many activities throughout the year, including the homecoming program. SOPHOMORE CLASS The Sophomore Class has the opportunity to organize fundraising and social activities, which promote individual growth and class spirit. Among the activities scheduled is the “Sophomore Social.” JUNIOR CLASS The Junior Class elects officers to organize Junior Class activities and oversee such activities as homecoming participation, various fundraisers, and the Junior Prom. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS 2021-22 President – Ava Estrada Vice President – Sarah Formica Secretary – Kayla Castro Treasurer – Evalyn Long SENIOR CLASS Senior Class Council supervises the planning and execution of various senior class activities such as Senior Prom, Class Night, blood drive, homecoming activities, Senior/Junior Social and graduation. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS 2021-22 President – Julie Burke Vice President – Emily Fitzpatrick Secretary – Karla Ordonez Treasurer – Emma Agliata AMERICAN FIELD SERVICE CLUB The AFS mission is to provide the opportunities for students and their families to gain the understanding, practice the skills, and acquire the attitudes to live productively and harmoniously in a multicultural global society. ART CLUB The Art Club gives interested students a chance to participate in art activities after school. CHEERLEADERS The varsity and junior varsity squads cheer for various athletic teams and participate in competitions. CHESS / BACKGAMMON & CHECKERS CLUB CHORUS Concert Choir - is a five-credit course, which meets every day as a class. No audition is necessary for Concert Choir. Students learn very basic theory, some musical history and enjoy performing a variety of repertoires including Popular, Broadway, Classical, and Gospel. Students perform in both the Winter and Spring Concerts. Select Choir - is a five-credit course, which meets every day as a class. Students must audition for Select Choir. Students learn basic theory, some musical history and enjoy performing a variety of repertoires including Madrigals, Classical, Broadway, Popular, and Gospel. ‘Choreography’ is often a part of select choir. Students perform in both the Winter and Spring Concert as well as school and community events. Each year, the group travels to New York to see a current Broadway show and participates in Teen-Arts on the county and/or state level.

23 Special Choir - is a five-credit course, which meets every day as a class. An audition is necessary for Special Choir. Students learn very basic theory, some musical history and enjoy performing a variety of music including Popular, Broadway, and Classical, with an emphasis on Gospel. Students perform their repertoire in multicolored choir robes with piano, bass and drum accompaniment. The special choir performs in both the Winter and Spring Concerts. COOPERATIVE BUSINESS EDUCATION The Cooperative Business Education Program is a 15-credit work experience program where students receive credit for both class and hours worked in local business office setting. COOPERATIVE MARKETING EDUCATION The Cooperative Marketing Education Program is a 15-credit work experience program where students receive credit for both class and hours worked in local retail businesses. DANCE TEAM A highly competitive dance group that performs at Varsity basketball games, local competitions, and festivals. DRAMATICS Nottingham High School produces an annual musical show involving many students. The production allows students to express their talents in areas of drama, vocal music, instrumental music, and dance, as well as stagecraft, lighting, sound, costumes, publicity and properties. Participation in the activity is through audition DECA The Distributive Education Clubs of America - is a student organization who program of leadership and personal development is designed specifically for students who are enrolled in Marketing, Management and International Business and Economic programs. FBLA Future Business Leaders of America is a co-curricular organization available to any student in grades 9-12 who has one business subject. The purpose of FBLA is to promote leadership, improve self-image, serve the school and community, and develop an awareness of the business world. INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC INTERACT Interact is a student-run community service club sponsored by Rotary Club International. Students involved provide service to the handicapped, senior citizens, hospitals, and children’s groups through many kinds of projects. ITALIAN CLUB JAZZ BAND The Jazz Band meets in the evening and is composed of students interested in the wide range of American Jazz. To qualify for the band, a student must audition and be accepted. KEY CLUB The Key Club is a student-run community service club sponsored by the Kiwanis. The Key Club invites as members young men and women who want to assure positive futures for themselves and others. Key Clubbers work together in a team effort to fulfill the needs of their school and community through volunteer service. LITERARY MAGAZINE Caelestis, Nottingham’s literary magazine, encourages students’ creative efforts by publishing original prose, poetry, and artwork. Student editors review work submitted, make selections, prepare copy for the printer, and plan the final layout of the magazine. MARCHING UNIT The marching unit is a highly visible, musical organization that builds school spirit through performances at football games, parades, and competitions. It is composed of the poms, silks, and band. MATH CLUB The Math Club is for students who wish to enhance their mathematics education by entering competition in solving challenging mathematical problems. The club travels once a month, on a Tuesday, to area schools to participate in contests sponsored by the CVC and the Delaware Valley Math League. This club is for those students who wish to be a part of a team sport in which brain power wins!! Participants have the opportunity to earn a CVC letter for achievement at the CVC meets. 24 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society is committed to academic and personal excellence. Juniors must first qualify with a scholastic average of 3.75 and then submit to the society advisor by the assigned deadline an official student activity information form. The faculty selection council reviews the form and other information to evaluate leadership, service, and character. Membership is a privilege, not a right. It is determined by a majority vote of the faculty council. Members may be dismissed if they do not maintain the standards of scholarship, leadership, service and character. Violations of school rules and civil laws may also result in a dismissal. If a student is dismissed or resigns, he/she may not become a member again. Induction into the Honor Society is held in the spring of each year. Throughout the year, members work together to support the school and community. The National Honor Society is devoted to academic and personal excellence. To be selected as a member, a student must meet the following criteria: 3.75 weighted average or better demonstrate service to the school demonstrate leadership characteristics demonstrate good character traits In order to remain a member in the National Honor Society, a student must maintain an average of 3.75 and continue to demonstrate those traits that qualified him or her for initial acceptance. Students who do not continue to demonstrate such outstanding achievement/qualities may be removed from the society. NEWSPAPER Star Status, the school newspaper is published several times a year under the guidance of the teacher advisor and student editor(s). Star Status welcomes all students with an interest in journalism and communications. NOTTINGHAM BOOK CLUB PEER LEADERSHIP The purpose of this program is to help freshmen make a successful adjustment to the high school. A trained upper class student works with each freshman group leading various activities and discussions. PUBLIC SPEAKING/ DEBATE The purpose of the Debate Team is to train students in the art of argumentation in a debate format. Students must research and present arguments on a chosen topic, attack the proposals of their opponents, and be prepared to defend their points extemporaneously. The team competes with eight other local high schools in the fall CVC Debate league. REACH (Reaching Every Adolescent to Change Hamilton) – Students Against Destructive Decisions promotes awareness of the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse and informs students of current NJ laws. REBEL (Reaching Everyone By Exposing Lies) Movement is to reach, to educate and to empower youth to make healthy lifestyle decisions and to support non-smoking as the social norm. SCIENCE CLUB The science club meets every other week and welcomes all students who would like to participate in after school science activities. YEARBOOK The purpose of the Yearbook Club is to put together a book containing a personalized record of the students’ school year. Members discuss and plan the organization and layout of the book. In order to become a member of the staff, the student must demonstrate dedication, hard work, creativity, and responsibility for the yearbook initiative.

25 « « « « « « PARENT/ SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS « « « « « « Nottingham is fortunate to have four active parent support organizations. These organizations provide valuable assistance to the students and school. Parents are encouraged to become a member of one or more of these organizations. ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB The Boosters are composed of adults who are interested in supporting all of the athletic programs of the school. The club sponsors various fundraisers to provide awards, scholarships and activities. Anyone interested in joining the boosters is encouraged to contact the President. OFFICERS FOR 2021-22 President – Joy Murl Vice President – Tanya Pruitt Secretary – Lisa Mohring Treasurer – Nancy Miller OUTSTANDING ATHLETE AWARD The Athletic Booster Club will select two athletes each month as the recipient of their Outstanding Athlete Award. Throughout the season coaches nominate one athlete per month, and the Booster Club will select the two award winners. MARCHING UNIT PARENTS ASSOCIATION The Marching Unit Parents Association is composed of adults who support the many activities of the poms, silks, and band. Anyone interested in joining the group is encouraged to contact the President of the association. OFFICERS FOR 2021-22 President – Lisa Mohring Vice President – Austin McGuire Recording Secretary – Frank Vistoso Corresponding Secretary – Stacey White Treasurer – Kelly Fry PARENT, TEACHER, STUDENT ASSOCIATION (PTSA) The Nottingham PTSA is a local unit of the New Jersey PTA and the National PTA. Membership is open to any member of the community who would like to be an advocate of youth. Students are encouraged to become active members. The PTSA works to support the entire school program. Anyone interested in becoming a member may do so at “Back-to-School Night” or at any time by contacting the president. OFFICERS FOR 2021-22 President – Marci Bono Vice President – Jacquelyn Violi Recording Secretary – Terry Cain Treasurer – Kelly Golden

26 PARENTS ACTIVELY SUPPORTING THE ARTS (P.A.S.T.A.) OFFICERS FOR 2021-22 President – Jennifer Vistoso Vice President – Lisa Mohring Secretary – Anna Vetrano Treasurer – Christine Simon OTHER RULES 1. Fighting and/or assault First offense - suspension and possible loss of privileges* (*Privileges include class trips, attending games, pep rally, homecoming dances, participation in clubs, parking privileges - seniors only, serving as class officers, attending graduation ceremony, etc.) 2. Drugs/alcohol Any offense will result in out of school suspension/police notification/possible expulsion hearing/loss of privileges. 3. Weapons Any offense will result in out of school suspension/loss of privileges/possible expulsion hearing. 4. Theft or vandalism Any offense will result in suspension/loss of privileges. 5. Smoking - Illegal on public property In school/on school grounds/on bus See discipline code. 6. Profanity Obscene language is offensive. Disciplinary action will result. See discipline code. 7. Gambling Any offense will result in suspension/loss of privileges. 8. Loitering Hallways are crowded and access to lockers is difficult. Traffic in the halls MUST keep moving. 9. At all times, students must identify themselves correctly to any administrator, teacher or staff member who may ask for such identification. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action. 10. Students who participate in a school sponsored event such as a dance, etc., are required to remain for the duration of the activity. In addition, any student who is not picked up by the ending time of a school sponsored activity, will not be able to participate in any other such activity for the remainder of the academic year (or for the following semester if the activity occurs during the final quarter). POLICY REGARDING CONTACTING STUDENTS DURING THE SCHOOL DAY In order to maintain the continuity of instruction, attempts at contacting students during the school day are discouraged; however, for EMERGENCIES, the following procedures will be adhered to: 1) For emergency phone calls - A name will be taken and the student will be contacted as soon as possible. 2) For parents who appear at the Main Office - Only parents or persons designated as a contact in PowerSchool may request to see a student. Proper identification must be presented. Students will be called at the end of the class period.

27 PERSONAL ITEMS “THE SCHOOL AND/OR DISTRICT WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PERSONAL ITEMS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES.”

28 PROJECT CHILD FIND For Preschool Children and Pupils (Three to Twenty-one) Hamilton Township School District provides a free appropriate public education (FAPE) for eligible students ages 3-21 through your local public school district. If you are concerned that your preschool child or student is developing or learning differently, you can call Hamilton School District Student Services and Programs’ office to refer your child to the district’s Child Study Team. Student Services personnel will answer any questions you may have. If you would like to request an evaluation for special education and related services, you will be advised to send a written request for an evaluation to the Director of Special Services at the following address: Hamilton Township Schools Department of Student Services and Programs Child Study Team 2445 Kuser Road, Suite 202 Hamilton, NJ 08690 In this written request, include your child’s name, age, address, and suspected or known disability. After receiving your request, the district’s Child Study Team has twenty days to have a meeting with you - the parent/guardian. At this meeting you and the team will decide if an evaluation is needed and what the evaluation will include. Hamilton Township Public Schools 1-609-631-4165 Department of Student Services and Programs Marta Audino Coordinator of Student Services and Programs Project Child Find 1-800-322-8174 A free referral service to assist you in the identification of unserved youth with a delay or disability from birth through twenty-one years of age. County Supervisor of Child Study Services 1-609-588-5877 Carmen Fanucci Mercer County Office of Education New Jersey State Department of Education 1075 Old Trenton Road Hamilton, New Jersey 08690 Project Child 1-609-588-8500 Assessment services for children between three and five years of age. In Mercer County these services are provided by Project Child, a program of Mercer County Special Services School District. Early Intervention Service Coordinator 1-609-730-4152 Mercer County Special Child Health Service Case Management Unit

29 USE OF COMPUTER NETWORK/COMPUTERS AND RESOURCES The Board recognizes that as telecommunications and other new technologies shift the manner in which information is accessed, communicated and transferred, that those changes will alter the nature of teaching and learning. Access to telecommunications will allow pupils to explore databases, media centers, Internet sites, and the like while exchanging information with individuals throughout the world. The Board supports access by pupils and staff to information sources but reserves the right to limit in school use to materials appropriate to educational purposes. The Board directs the Superintendent to ensure training of teaching staff members in skills appropriate to analyzing and evaluating such resources as to appropriateness for educational purposes. The Board also recognizes that telecommunications will allow pupils access to information sources that have not been pre-screened by educators using Board approved standards. The Board, therefore, adopts the following standards of conduct for the use of computer networks and declares unethical, unacceptable or illegal behaviors as just cause for taking disciplinary action, limiting or revoking network access privileges and/or instituting legal action. The Board provides access to computer network/computers for educational purposes only. The Board authorizes the Superintendent to close the system as needed for security reasons. Computer use shall not be construed in any way as an extension of the students’ right to free speech. The internet shall be accessed for supplemental instruction and informational purposes only. The Board retains the right to have district personnel monitor network activity, in any form necessary, to maintain the integrity of the network and ensure its proper use. There shall be no expectation of privacy in the use of school technology for either staff or students. Any individual engaging in the following actions when using computer networks/computers shall be subject to discipline or legal action: A. Using the computer network(s)/computers for illegal, inappropriate or obscene purposes, or in support of such activities. Illegal activities are defined as activities which violate federal, state, local laws and regulations. Inappropriate activities are defined as those that violate the intended use of the network. Obscene activities shall be defined as a violation of generally accepted social standards for use of publicly owned and operated communication vehicles. B. Using the computer network(s)/computers to violate copyrights, institutional or third party copyrights, license agreements or other contracts. C. Using the computer network(s) in a manner that: 1. Intentionally disrupts network traffic or crashes the network; 2. Degrades or disrupts equipment or system performance; 3. Uses the computing resources of the school district for commercial purposes, financial gain, or fraud. 4. Steals data or other intellectual property. 5. Gains or seeks unauthorized access to the files of others or vandalizes the data of another user; 6. Gains or seeks unauthorized access to resources or entries; 7. Forges electronic mail messages or uses an account owned by others; 8. Invades privacy of others; 9. Posts anonymous messages; 10. Possesses any data which is a violation of this policy; and/or 11. Engages in other activities that do not advance the educational purposes for which computer network/computers are provided. Violations Individuals violating this policy shall be subject to discipline which reflects the severity of the offense and includes but is not limited to: 1. Use of the network only under direct supervision; 2. Suspension of network privileges; 3. Revocation of network privileges; 4. Suspension of computer privileges; 5. Revocation of computer privileges;

30 If the activity violates other code of conduct rules, the appropriate discipline shall be imposed. Approved: March 25, 1998 Revised: February 28, 2002, January 23, 2002 SPECIAL NOTE: We, (students/parents/guardians) have read the above Policy 2361. We understand that when we sign the Pupil Code of Conduct Letter that is distributed to students at the beginning of each school year; we are agreeing to use the district computers appropriately and approve of our child’s participation in computer activities. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY The Academic Integrity practice of Nottingham High School states that plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional, is a serious offense and will not be tolerated. Using someone else’s words or ideas and claiming them as one’s own without giving proper credit to the source is academic theft. Penalties for academic dishonesty will be layered according to the seriousness of the offense. TIER ONE VIOLATIONS If deemed intentional, not properly acknowledging the source by limited use of a word, few words, or phrase will have the following consequences: • Student will receive a failing grade for the assignment. • A formal notation will be placed in the student’s folder in Guidance. • A formal warning and a handout about plagiarism will be given to the student If deemed limited but unintentional, not properly acknowledging the source will have the following consequences: • Student is given the opportunity to write a new paper on a different topic. • Meeting with the teacher to review the plagiarism practice is required. • A formal notation will be placed in the student’s folder in Guidance. • A formal warning and a handout about plagiarism will be given to the student TIER TWO VIOLATIONS The lengthy, intentional appropriation of words (either word for word or paraphrase) without citing the source; use of language without enclosing same in quotation marks; and/or failure to transpose summaries or paraphrases into one’s own words are serious breaches of academic honesty and will incur the following consequences: • Student will receive a failing grade for the assignment. • A formal notation will be placed in student’s folder in Guidance. • Counselor will notify the parent or guardian. • If there is a history of Tier One infractions in addition to the Tier Two violation, membership in the National Honor Society will be reviewed. Note: It is assumed that the lengthy appropriation of words is intentional. TIER THREE VIOLATIONS Misrepresentation of the entire work of another as one’s own, or the repetition of any Tier Two violations will incur the most serious penalties including: • Student will receive a failing grade for the assignment. • A formal notation will be placed in student’s folder in Guidance. • A formal warning and a handout about plagiarism will be given to the student. • Counselor will notify the parent or guardian. • Parent/student/counselor/teacher conference is mandatory. • Membership in the National Honor Society will be reviewed.

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