Table of Contents
Personnel ……………………………………………… 4 Welcome ……………………………………………… 5 Mission Statement ……………………………………………… 5 Student/Parent Handbook Receipt Form ……………………… 6 User Agreement ……………………………………………… 6 Joppa High School (Contract) Compact on Education ……………. 7 Responsibilities ……………………………………………… 8 Residency ……………………………………………… 8 Enrollment ……………………………………………… 8 Physical Exam ……………………………………………… 9 Eye Exam ……………………………………………… 9 Fees ……………………………………………… 9 School Insurance ……………………………………………… 10 Student Records ……………………………………………… 10 Family Educational Rights of Privacy Act……………………………… 10 Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment ……….……………………… 11 Sex Offender Registry ………………………………………… 11 NCLB Teacher Qualifications ……….……………………… 11 Military Release Information ……….……………………… 11 Education of Children with Disabilities ……………………… 12 Illinois State Achievement Test ……….……………………… 12 School Time Schedule `……………………………………………… 12 Attendance Policy Procedures and Ramifications…………………… 13 Tardy ………………………………………………………………. 15 Truancy ………………………………………………………………. 15 Attendance Incentive ………………………………………………. 15 Semester Exam Schedules………………………………………………. 16 Participation Grades ………………………………………………. 16 High School Graduation Requirements ………………………………. 16 Eighth Grade Graduation Requirements ………………………………. 17 Honor Roll ……………………………………………………………… 17 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Requirements ……………………… 18 General Information ………………………………………………. 18 Agency and Police Interviews ……………………………………… 18 Beta Club Criteria ……………………………………………………… 18 Cafeteria ……………………………………………………………… 19 Closed Campus ……………………………………………………… 19 Competitions ……………………………………………………… 19 Curfew ……………………………………………………………… 20 Drink Machines ……………………………………………………… 20 Driving Privileges ……………………………………………………… 20 Electronic Communication ……………………………………… 21 Entering or Leaving School ……………………………………… 22
1 Fire Drills ……………………………………………………………… 22 Hall Pass ………………………………………………………… 22 Harassment and Bullying ………………………………………………… 22 Uniform Grievance Procedure ………………………………………… 23 Health and Safety Standards……………………………………………… 23 High School Class Change……………………………………………… 23 High School Parking……………………………………………………… 23 Inclement Weather ……………………………………………………… 24 Leaving School ……………………………………………………… 24 Library ……………………………………………………… 24 Lockers ……………………………………………………… 25 Lost and Found ……………………………………………… 25 Medication and Treatment ……………………………………………… 25 Nit Free Policy ……………………………………………………… 26 Overnight Trips ……………………………………………………… 26 Personal Appearance……………………………………………………… 26 Personal Conduct ……………………………………………… 27 Police Searches ……………………………………………………… 27 Prescribed Meds ……………………………………………………… 27 Radios, Laptops and/or Electronic Devices……………………………… 27 Report Cards/Deficiency Reports ……………………………………… 27 Semester Exams …………………………………………………………… 28 Senior and Eighth Class Trips ……………………………………… 28 Severe Weather Drills ……………………………………………… 28 Air Raid Instructions……………………………………………………… 28 Teachers Lounge ……………………………………………………… 28 Transportation ……………………………………………… 28 Visitors ……………………………………………………… 28 Work Permits ………………………………………………… 28 Discipline …………………………………………………………………… 29 Cheating and Plagiarism…………………………………………………… 29 Fighting ……………………………………………………………… 29 Threats or Intimidation……………………………………………………… 30 Fire Alarms ……………………………………………………………… 30 Fireworks ……………………………………………………………… 30 Gangs and Hate Groups……………………………………………………. 30 Insubordination ……………………………………………………… 30 Leaving School ……………………………………………………… 30 Profanity ……………………………………………………… 30 Tobacco ……………………………………………………… 31 Use of Alcohol/Drugs …………………………………………………… 31 Vandalism ……………………………………………………… 31 Weapons ……………………………………………………… 31 Disciplinary Procedures…………………………………………………. 31 Detention ……………………………………………………… 31
2 Rules for Detention ……………………………………………………… 32 Suspension/Expulsion ………………………………………………… 32 Bus Conduct ……………………………………………………………… 36 Extra-Curricular Activities-All Students…………………………………… 37 IHSA Eligibility Requirements………………………………………………... 38 Eligibility Requirements……………………………………………………… 38 Academic Eligibility Requirements………………………………………… 38 Behavior Eligibility Requirements…………………………………………… 38 Admissions ………………………………………………………… 38 Integrated Pest Management ……………………………………………… 39 Asbestos Management …………………………………………………… 40 Access to Internet ……………………………………………………………… 41 Index ………………………………………………………………………… 43 Staff Directory………………………………………………………………….. 47 Appendix I: IHSA Rules and Regulations…………………………………… 48
3 JOPPA HIGH SCHOOL Dr. Catherine Trampe, Superintendent Mrs. Vickie Artman, Principal 911 N. Ave P.O. Box 10 Joppa, IL 62953 Telephone: (618) 543-7589 Fax: (618) 543-9264 Website: www.joppamaplegrove38.com
Teachers Instructional Aides Penny Bellamey Math/Guidance Counselor Beth Adkins Sarah Brennan HS English Leah Reichert Kathy Dunning Jr. High Special Education Larry Durham Agriculture Dan Farrar P.E./Health/Science Jeff Goddard Auto Body Sharon Goines 7th & 8th Grade English/Reading/Social Studies Trebor Hill P.E./Health Richard Jones Math/Physics Brandon McKinney History/Drivers’ Education Penny Rodriguez Business Vicky Schafer Science/Biology/Chemistry Sarah Wittig Elementary & HS Art
Health Care Provider Bookkeepers Cricket Corzine Barbara Harding Cheryl Walters Administrative Assistant Janet Burnett Custodians Kent Kester David Dement School Lunch Personnel Robbie Adams Mindy Carmen
Board of Education David Godfrey—President Chuck Peck —Vice-President Gail Stubblefield—Secretary Carl Blanchard—Director Charlie Lewis—Director Clarence Russell—Director Charles Johnson—Director
4 JOPPA HIGH SCHOOL JOPPA-MAPLE GROVE UNIT DISTRICT NO.38 JOPPA, ILLINOIS
STUDENT HANDBOOK 2009-2010
WELCOME
Welcome to Joppa High School, part of Joppa-Maple Grove Unit District No. 38. The policies and procedures contained in this handbook are the results of a concerted effort on the part of the faculty, community, and administration. This information has been carefully prepared and presented so that it will be of great value in helping you adjust to our school this year.
The ultimate purpose of education is to help each student become an effective citizen in our community. To develop and accept the responsibilities of good citizenship will help us to participate in the world of tomorrow. We hope you will get acquainted with the facilities, rules, schedules, teams, and organizations. Remember your success in this school will be directly proportional to your efforts. With a concerted effort, you will preserve the traditional spirit and pride of Joppa High School.
MISSION STATEMENT
Joppa High School, part of Joppa-Maple Grove Unit District #38, is dedicated to the fullest possible development in socially approved directions of each of its individual students. It is the purpose of the school to provide an environment designed to aid each student to mature intellectually, socially, physically, and emotionally to the limits of his/her abilities and interests.
We believe that education is a cooperative venture shared by the school and the youth community. We believe education should seek to develop to the fullest the capacities of the individual as a human personality and to prepare him/her for effective participation in a democratic society.
We believe that each individual student in our school district is entitled to, and should receive, the best possible education, according to his/her abilities, interests, and abilities.
We believe education is guided growth and that each individual should understand the evolving American way of life. This goal should result in enlightened, loyal citizens eager to contribute their acquired skills, leisure time and knowledge for the betterment of society and the world in which we live.
5 JOPPA HIGH SCHOOL JOPPA-MAPLE GROVE UNIT DISTRICT NO.38
STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK RECEIPT FORM
I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the handbook. I have read and understand the rules and regulations outlined in this handbook. I understand failure to read the student handbook does not mean that students and parents will not be held to the handbook provision. I also understand that the JMG School Administrators may add rules as needed.
______Signature of Parent/Guardian Date
______Signature of Student Date
USER AGREEMENT AND PARENT PERMISSION FORM 2009-2010
As user of the Joppa-Maple Grove District computer network, I hereby agree to comply with the regulations for communicating over the network in a reliable fashion while honoring all relevant laws and restrictions.
______Signature of Student
As the parent of legal guardian of the minor student signing above, I grant permission for my son or daughter to access networked computer services. I understand that individuals and families may be held liable for violations. I understand that some materials on the Internet may be objectionable, but I accept responsibility for guidance of Internet use – setting and conveying standards for child to follow when selecting, sharing or exploring information and media.
______Signature of Parent/Guardian
(Please circle the grade of the student for the 2009-2010 school year)
Grade: 7 8 9 10 11 12 Please return to your 1st hour teacher.
6 Joppa High School Compact for Education
We know that learning can take place only when there is a combination of effort, interest, and motivation. As we are all committed to your child’s progress in school, we are going to do our best to promote his/her achievement at Maple Grove Elementary School.
This compact is a promise to work together. We believe that this compact can be fulfilled by our team effort. Together we can improve teaching and learning.
As a parent/guardian . . .
I will . . .
*have high expectations for my child as an individual *send my child to school regularly, rested, and on time *respond to communications from school *support the school in every effort to maintain proper discipline *provide a quiet study time at home and encourage good study habits
______Parent/Guardian Signature
As a student . . .
I will . . .
*attend school regularly *work hard to do my best in class and with school *ask for help when I need it *respect and cooperate with other students and adults *complete and turn schoolwork in on time
______Student Signature
As a staff person . . . (teacher, administrator, support staff)
I will . . .
*show that I care about all students *have high expectations for students, others, and myself *communicate and work with families to support students’ learning *provide a safe environment for learning
______School Staff Person
Student’s Full Name______
Student’s Grade______
Date______
7 This handbook is not a contract with students. It constitutes current rules and regulations that are subject to change during the year by the Board of Education and administration. Students will be notified of changes via the "Morning Messenger," or notices sent home.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Along with increasing your knowledge and developing your skills, your responsibility while at Joppa High School will be to respect your fellow classmates, teachers and all staff members. They, in turn should respect you. No individual at Joppa High School has the right or privilege to infringe or deny the rights of another individual. District No. 38 will not discriminate or allow discrimination due to race, religion, national origin, sex or disabling condition.
During the first week of school, you will take home your copy of the student handbook, have your parents’ sign that they have read and understood the policies and procedures and return the signature page to your homeroom teacher(s). Please keep this handbook and refer to it when necessary.
RESIDENCY
Only students who are residents of the district may attend a district school without a tuition charge, except as otherwise provided by state law. A student’s residence is the same as the person who has legal custody of the student.
A person asserting legal custody over a student, who is not the child’s natural or adoptive parent, shall complete a signed statement, stating: (a) that he or she has assumed and exercises legal responsibility for the child, (b) the reason the child lives with him or her, other than to receive an education in the district, and (c) that he or she exercises full control over the child regarding daily educational and medical decisions in case of emergency. In addition, the child’s natural or adoptive parent, if available, shall complete a signed statement of Power of Attorney stating: (a) the role and responsibility of the person with whom their child is living, and (b) that the person with whom the child is living has full control over the child regarding daily educational and medical decisions in case of emergency.
A student whose family moves out of the district during the school year will be permitted to attend school for the remainder of the year without payment of tuition.
ENROLLMENT
Students must reside in the school district with a parent or legal guardian. When a student enrolls, records will be requested from his/her previous school. Students will be required to submit a certified copy of a birth certificate within 30 days of enrollment. Until credits and grades are evaluated, students will be placed on a tentative schedule.
Students will not be allowed to enroll if they cannot graduate before the age of 21.
8 PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
In accordance with the Illinois School Code, Article 27, Section 8: All students entering grades kindergarten through twelfth grade must have physical examination and immunization records. Students are required to have physical examinations prior to entering grades kindergarten, first, sixth, and ninth grades. All students entering school must meet these requirements and file with the school office a copy of a recent physical examination and a copy of the student’s immunization record. Students who do not have current updated records may be excluded from school. Students who participate in athletic activities must present proof of a physical examination and insurance prior to the beginning date of the activity. This is a yearly requirement for all sports.
EYE EXAMINATION
Any student enrolling for the first time in a public, private, or parochial school must have an eye exam. The student must present proof of having been examined by a physician or a licensed optometrist within the previous year before October 15th of the school year. If the student fails to present proof, the school may hold the child’s report car until one of the following:
1. Presents proof of completed exam. 2. Presents proof that an exam will take place within 60 days after Oct. 15th.
FEES
Students are required to pay a fee upon registering for classes. A workbook and consumable material's fee of $20 for grades 7-12 is required. This helps cover costs incurred by the school in providing students with workbooks and other paper materials that cannot be reused.
All students participating in a sport are required to pay a fee of $20 per sport. No one family will pay more than $50 per year for all their children.
Students enrolled in Driver Education must pay a $20 fee per year, in addition to the $20 white slip fee to the Secretary of State.
All students enrolled in a Math class are required to have a calculator.
Classes, which require other than normal expenses, may require students to pay for the cost of the material used in the program. This includes shop projects, art projects, business classes, band/music, and physical education classes.
Illinois law provides that the following students are eligible for fee waivers: 1. All students whose family income is at or below the Free Lunch or Breakfast guidelines. 2. DCFS wards Parents who believe they qualify should complete an application for fee waiver, which is available in the school office.
9 SCHOOL INSURANCE Students may purchase coverage for accidents from an accident insurance company approved annually by the Board of Education. Parents should be reminded that this inexpensive accident insurance program is supplemental and normally will not completely cover all accident-related costs. A sign-up period is the first week of school for those wishing to purchase this coverage. Students who will be attending the senior class trip, eighth grade class trip, or any overnight trip, as well as any student participating in athletics, must have insurance.
STUDENT RECORDS
Permanent Records include: basic identifying information, academic transcript, attendance record, accident and health records and record of release information. Will be stored for a time of no less than 60 years.
Temporary Records include: family background information, intelligence, achievement and aptitude test scores, psychological evaluations, extra-curricular activities, honors and awards, teacher anecdotal records, disciplinary information, certified reports from non-educational persons and records of release. Will be stored for a time of no less than 5 years.
Parents and students eighteen (18) years of age, married or in the military service have the right to review and copy students’ permanent and temporary records.
The principal is the official record custodian. Information may be released without parental consent to appropriate persons in an emergency when such information is necessary to protect the health and safety of students. Records will be transferred from one school district to another with or without parental notification. Parents may inspect such information.
Parents have the right to challenge the contents of school student records concerning accuracy, relevance and priority. The principal will advise as to the procedure to be followed.
FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS & PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
FERPA affords parents and students over 18 years of age certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are:
1. The right to inspect and review the students’ education records within 45 days of the day the school receives a request for access. A written request to review records should be submitted to the building principal. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. Parents who wish to ask the school to amend a record should write the building principal, identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it should be changed. 3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure
10 without written consent. One exception is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the school district to comply with the requirements of FERPA. More information regarding FERPA may be obtained by contacting the building principal.
PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (PPRA) The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) requires the school district to notify you and obtain consent or allow you to opt your child out of participating in certain school activities. These activities include a student survey, analysis, or evaluation that concerns one or more of the following eight areas: 1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent 2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family 3. Sex behavior or attitudes 4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior 5. Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships 6. Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors, or ministers 7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents 8. Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility. This requirement also applies to the collection, disclosure or use of student information for marketing purposes (“marketing surveys”), and certain physical exams and screenings.
SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY
Your child’s safety is of the utmost importance to us, as it is to you. For this reason, we are required by law to inform and encourage you to visit the website listed here. It is important that you are aware of the people that your child could possibly encounter. Illinois Sex Offender Site: http://www.isp.state.il.us/sor/sor.cfm.
NCLB TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS
As a parent or guardian of a student at a school receiving funds under Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, you have the right to know the professional qualifications of the teachers who instruct your child and the paraprofessionals, if any, who assist them. If you would like to receive information on the qualifications of your child’s classroom teacher or paraprofessional, please contact the school office, or you may look online at http://www.isbe.net/.
MILITARY RELEASE INFORMATION
According to No Child Left Behind, upon their request schools are required to release to the military student information (names and addresses).
11 EDUCATION OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
The district shall provide a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment and necessary related services to all children with disabilities enrolled in the district, as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
It is the intent of the district to ensure that students who are disabled within the definitions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are identified, evaluated, and provided with appropriate educational services.
Special Education Services are provided for students with handicapping conditions and special learning needs through special education courses and other arrangements with the assistance of JAMP (Johnson, Alexander, Massac and Pulaski) Special Education Cooperative. Classes in special education are available at the Junior High and High School levels. Either the teacher or the parent/guardian may make requests for screening and comprehensive case studies. Requests should be made to the school counselor or building principal.
A child is eligible for special education services if he/she is: deaf, blind, hard of hearing, mentally delayed, multi-handicapped, orthopedically impaired, health impaired, learning disabled, speech impaired, visually handicapped, emotionally disturbed or behavior disordered. Special education services required for students are specified in an Individual Education Plan (IEP), which is developed to meet the child’s needs. The IEP includes: instructional/ academic services, and related services…audiology and speech, psychological, social work services, physical/occupational therapy, medical services, counseling services, school health service, transportation, etc. Based on the needs of the child, placement should be made in a program that is as much like the standard program for other children as possible. The school is responsible for providing all transportation necessary for children participating in special education. The IEP must include a statement of present levels of educational performance, annual goals, short-term objectives, specific special education and related services to be provided, extent to which the child will participate in regular education programs, and appropriate objective criteria, evaluation procedures and schedule for providing instructional objectives.
ILLINOIS STATE ACHIEVEMENT TEST (ISAT)
Students in grades seventh and eighth are required to take the ISATs every year. The test scores are used to measure the district’s adequate yearly progress (AYP) as set forth by the Illinois State Board of Education.
SCHOOL TIME SCHEDULE
Students have sufficient time during the day to walk to their classrooms, use the restroom, etc. Students are not to use classroom time for restroom breaks. Joppa High School will be on the short schedule the first Friday of each month and prior to school recognized holidays. Students and parents will be notified of any changes. On "School Improvement" days, we will
12 dismiss at 12:00.
Front door opens at 8:00—school begins at 8:25. Once a student has entered the school building, they are not permitted to leave without permission, until the end of the school day. REGULAR SHORT 1st period 8:28 - 9:17 8:28 - 9:12 2nd period 9:20 - 10:09 9:15 - 9:59 3rd period 10:12 -11:01 10:02 - 10:46 4th period 11:04 -11:53 10:49 -11:33 LUNCH 11:56-12:29 11:36-12:09 5th period 12:32 -1:21 12:12 -12:56 6th period 1:24 - 2:13 12:59 -1:43 7th period 2:16 - 3:05 1:46 -2:30
ATTENDANCE POLICY PROCEDURES AND RAMIFICATIONS
Tardy:Any portion of a class or study hall up to one-half of the period that a student is not physically present Absence: Any portion of a class or study hall of which a student is not in attendance for at least one-half of the period. Note: Students who are members of a school sponsored organization or class are not considered absent when they are participants in school-sanctioned activities that take them out of classes.
The importance of good attendance cannot be overemphasized. This policy is designed to discourage poor attendance habits. Students will receive zeros for grades taken on days when students have unexcused absences (excluding suspension days, see p. 26).
If you are to succeed in anything, consistency, punctuality, and regular attendance are prerequisites. Make every effort to be in school every day. Prospective employers frequently ask about the attendance record of students above everything else. Your attendance is carefully recorded and is usually a very accurate indication of your general dependability.
While regular attendance is very important, there are legitimate reasons for an absence on occasion. They are: 1. Personal illness/doctor’s appointment 2. Illness or death in the immediate family 3. Quarantine in the home or hospital (Doctor Initiated) 4. Observance of board approved religious holiday 5. Mandated court appearances/probation meetings 6. Prearranged absences and home emergency 7. All other absences will be treated as unexcused.
After the 10th absence per semester, a student will be required to have a doctor's excuse for each
13 and every additional absence or he/she will receive an unexcused absence. Work missed due to an unexcused absence may not be made up. In addition, certain extra-curricular privileges may be revoked.
Family vacations must be prearranged with the principal through personal contact and written notification within 5 school days, otherwise, absences will be unexcused. The principal may approve or deny the request based on prior attendance records, academic progress, and behavior.
Steps to follow when absent: 1. If you are absent or are going to be tardy, have your parent or guardian call the school office before 10:00 a.m. (Joppa High School # 543 - 7589). Upon returning from an absence, unless the parent or guardian made a call, a note from them stating the reason for the absence is required. This is to be turned into the office. Failure to do this before going to class will result in an unexcused absence. It is the responsibility of the student to ask for make-up work that was missed due to an excused absence. Emancipated students are those students who are at least 18 years of age and are self-supportive in their own residence. If you are an emancipated student, it is your responsibility to call the school. If the call is not made within the time constraints, you will be considered unexcused.
2. When you return to school, regardless if your parent or guardian called, you must check into the office. This will permit the office to give you an admit slip which is to be signed by your teachers and returned to the office prior to your departure.
3. If you should become ill at school or must leave for an appointment, you should first go to the office and obtain permission from the school nurse or office personnel, before leaving school.
When returning to school from a doctor’s appointment, that day or the next day, a signed note from the doctor’s office must be presented in order for the absence to be excused.
4. If the nurse sends a student home due to lice, the student will have only two excused absences from school to treat the lice.
5. Permission to leave campus early or arrive late may be granted only upon request of the parent by note to the main office on the day of or the day prior to the appointment.
Seniors are granted two college visitation days. Prior to taking these days, you must make arrangements with your classroom teachers and counselor regarding assignments, tests, etc. A verification sheet must be obtained from the high school counselor and signed by the college counselor for the absence to be excused. TARDINESS
A late slip may be obtained from the main office if a student is tardy to school for a valid reason such as ill health, etc. The student will not be considered tardy if the tardy is excused for a valid reason, and the student will be allowed to make up any work missed during the time involved.
14 Students who are late to class due to an after class teacher conference, being called to office, etc., will not be considered tardy if the student has a written note from the staff member who was involved in the lateness of the student.
Upon receiving the fourth tardy, a detention is given. Each subsequent tardy will result in a detention. A tardy given in the first semester does not carry over to the second semester
Students that drive to school have the responsibility of coming to school on time. Beginning on the fourth tardy to school (excused or unexcused), a student may be disciplined and/or have their driving privileges revoked as a disciplinary measure.
TRUANCY A student is considered to be truant when absent without valid cause for a school day or portion thereof, as defined by Section 26-2a of the Illinois School Code.
Chronic Truancy: A student is considered to be a chronic truant when absent without valid cause for 10% or more of the previous 180 regular attendance days, per Section 26-2a of the Illinois School Code
Students who are truant from school may be subject to the following but not limited to:
1. Referral to School Social Worker 2. Notification to the Regional Superintendent’s Truancy Office.
ATTENDANCE INCENTIVE
Students will have the opportunity to waive semester/final exams if attendance has been exemplary. Exams that may be waived are determined by the student's grade and number of absences for the semester in that class. Following are the specifications:
"A or A- (94-100)” average and 2 or less excused absences per semester
Students may not waive exams if they have been suspended and/or deemed ineligible at any time during the semester. Semester Exams are to be administered on the designated days and times. Permission to take exams early can only be given by administration, in writing, to the teacher administering the particular exam.
SEMESTER EXAM SCHEDULE Odd Periods’ Testing Schedule 1st Period 1st Hour Class (8:28 – 9:43) Exam 2nd Period 3rd Hour Class (9:46 – 11:01) Exam
15 3rd Period 5th Hour Class (11:04 – 12:19) Exam Lunch 12:22-1:00 4th Period 7th Hour Class (1:03 – 2:18) Exam Once a class period begins, students must remain in that class period until the end. No early dismissals from that period will be permitted (including the last period of the day).
Even Periods’ Testing Schedule 1st Period 1st Hour Class (8:28 – 9:43) Study Hall 2nd Period 2nd Hour Class (9:46 – 11:01) Exam 3rd Period 4th Hour Class (11:04 – 12:19) Exam Lunch 12:22-1:00 4th Period 6th Hour Class (1:03 – 2:18) Exam Once a class period begins, students must remain in that class period until the end. No early dismissals from that period will be permitted (including the last period of the day).
School will dismiss at 2:18 on exam days.
PARTICIPATION GRADES
Participation grades will be taken daily in every single class. These grades will be posted in the teacher’s grade book on a weekly basis. Participation points are as follows: Present and participating = 2 points Present and not participating = 1 point Not present = 0 points
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
General education graduation requirements include: 4 credits of English with 2 “writing intensive” courses, 3 credits of math including Algebra I and a course with geometry content, 3 credits of science, 3 credits of social studies with U.S. history or combination of U.S. history and government, ½ credit of health, 4 credits of physical education, ½ credit of consumer education, 1 credit of either music, art, foreign language, or vocational education, and electives, which total 24 credits. Students must also pass the Illinois and U.S. constitution tests, and must complete the PSAE. A complete copy of graduation requirements may be obtained from the high school counselor. For every full credit class, each semester will be considered half credit.
8 th GRADE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students must pass three out of four of the core classes (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies) in both the 7th and 8th grade. In addition, students must pass the Illinois and the U.S. Constitution tests.
16 HONOR ROLL
Students who have maintained a 3.50 G.P.A. throughout a quarter will be recognized with HONORS. Students who have maintained a 4.00 G.P.A. throughout a quarter will be recognized with HIGH HONORS. Those students who have maintained a 3.50 G.P.A. throughout their four years of high school or two years of junior high school, may graduate with HONORS and will be recognized as such. Those students who have maintained a 4.00 or better throughout their four years of high school or two years of junior high school, may graduate with HIGH HONORS and will be recognized as such.
These grade points are computed as follows: A 4.00 points B 3.00 C 2.00 D 1.00 F 0.00 The following electives will be figured with a weighted scale. They include: Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Biology II, Chemistry, Physics, and Advanced English. The weighted scale is as follows: A 5.00 points B 4.00 C 3.00 D 2.00 F 0.00
The following numerical scale is used in determining a student’s grade in a class: A 95-100 C 79-81 A- 93-94 C- 77-78 B+ 90-92 D+ 74-76 B 87-89 D 72-73 B- 85-86 D- 70-71 C+ 82-84 F 69 and below
VALEDICTORIAN & SALUTAROIAN REQUIREMENTS In order to be eligible to be the class Valedictorian or Salutatorian a student must have taken the College Preparatory Coursework for Illinois Public Universities and Illinois Community Colleges. GENERAL INFORMATION
Agency and Police Interviews
The Superintendent shall manage requests by agency officials or police officers to interview
17 students at school through procedures that: (1) recognize individual student rights and privacy, (2) minimize potential disruption, (3) foster a cooperative relationship with public agencies and law enforcement, and (4) comply with State law.
Interviews of minor students without permission of the parent(s)/guardian(s) are not permitted unless a legal process is presented or in emergency situations. In extreme emergency situations, DCFS employees, law enforcement personnel, or treating physicians may, in effecting temporary protective custody, request that the District not notify parents until the child’s safety is ensured. Interviews will be conducted in a private setting with an adult witness. Interview proceedings will be documented in writing for inclusion in the student’s temporary records.
Beta Club Criteria
Any student who achieves the semester honor roll is eligible for membership. If the grade point average drops below 3.34 after obtaining membership, probation will result. Any member may go on probation for a quarter or semester before his/her membership is invalid. To reactivate membership, the student must earn a total grade point average of 3.50 during the quarter of the probation period and then maintain a 3.34 average. Any member that is suspended from school is automatically on probation for one semester.
A student’s character and leadership abilities are also considered, and a majority vote by current members is required for new members.
Each member must: (1) earn a minimum number of character, attitude, and service points; (2) attend the Spring Induction Ceremony; and (3) attend the Illinois State Beta Club Convention. Failure to comply with these guidelines (but not limited to these guidelines) may result in probation and revocation of membership.
Cafeteria
A nutritious lunch is served each school day for a nominal charge. Those students who carry their lunches must also use the cafeteria facilities. If a child has been determined by a doctor to have a disability and the disability would prevent the child from eating the regular school meal, Joppa-Maple Grove #38 will make substitutions prescribed by the doctor at no extra cost. The following rules are to be observed in the cafeteria:
1. Students are to stay in their designated classrooms until their lunch bell rings. Students are to go directly to the cafeteria – Passes to restrooms, lockers, etc. will be given, if needed by the lunchroom supervisor
2. Walk, do not run at anytime.
18 3. No reserved seats (unless issued by the lunch supervisor).
4. Trash must be placed in the proper wastebaskets. Keep the table and floors clean and do not throw silverware away.
5. No student is to cut places in the lunch line. Teachers are to be given this courtesy.
6. Sit in the chairs and place them next to the table when they are not in use. Do not sit on tables. Do not abuse the chairs (i.e. leaning back, physical abuse, etc.).
7. Do not take food and/or drink from the cafeteria into halls or rooms.
8. Cafeteria is off limits except during lunch period and/or by supervised activity.
9. All students will remain in the cafeteria for the first half of the lunch period to eat their lunch. A supervisor will determine when the students have the option of either going to the gym or going outside for free time. Students must decide at that time to remain in the cafeteria to go to the designated areas.
Students have five (5) school days to pay a lunch charge or it will be documented as a fine. Students may be denied school based documents (library books, report cards, etc.) until all fines are paid. In addition should a student receive a lunch fine any time during the school year, his/her charging privileges may be revoked.
Closed Campus: Students are not permitted to leave campus unless approved by administration.
Competitions : A student is ineligible to attend a competition if he/she receives an unexcused absence the day prior to the competition. A student who has an excused absence for that day may be allowed to go depending on the circumstances.
Students will not be permitted to participate in or attend any school activity if they were not in attendance by 11:30 a.m. on the day of the activity, plus the absent part of the day MUST BE EXCUSED.
Students will not be allowed to participate in or attend activities while suspended from school. This includes both in-school and out-of-school suspension. In addition, any student whose behavior during the school day is unacceptable may have their privileges revoked by the administration. Parents will be notified.
In order to participate in a competition a student will be required to have a permission slip signed by their teachers. This does not apply to any IHSA sanctioned competition.
19 Curfew
A guardian must accompany all children 17 years old and younger after curfew. Driver’s licenses will become invalid for anyone under the age of 18 after midnight. Curfew is 10pm on weekdays and 11pm on weekends.
Drink Machines
Improper use of the drink machines and/or gross misconduct by students during lunch period may result in the loss of drink machine privileges for a time determined by administration. Note: Drinks are to be consumed in the cafeteria during breakfast and lunchtime – not in the hallways and not in the classrooms without permission from the classroom teacher.
Driving Privileges
Illinois law requires that minors in Illinois attend school in order to maintain their driver’s permit or license and allows the State of Illinois to decline to issue or renew driving privileges for any minor deemed to be chronic or habitual truants. This will be accomplished through quarterly reports from all schools to the secretary of state’s office that contain lists of students who have been expelled, have withdrawn from school or who have been certified as truants. There are exemptions to the new law. Minors who miss school due to illness, economics or family hardships are exempt, as are those who are working toward their GED. Exemptions are also provided to married minors, those who are legally emancipated and students who are being home schooled. To read the new legislation, visit: http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/publicacts/fulltext.asp?Name=094-0916&GA=094
Effective June 22, 2006, PA 94-0897 strengthens the Illinois Graduated Driver’s License program by increasing the amount of practice time to 50 hours, including 10 hours of night driving, young drivers will need before being able to obtain a driver’s license. This new law requires the parent, legal guardian or other responsible adult to provide written consent at the time of driver’s license application verifying the teen is sufficiently prepared and able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Students who are failing classes and/or have multiple discipline infractions will lose the privilege of driving.
Electronic Communication: Students who possess and/or use a cell phone at school must follow the responsibilities listed below. Any violation of the responsibilities may result in loss of the privilege to have a cell phone at school, loss of the cell phone until a parent can pick it up, detention, in-school suspension, or suspension. Illegal use of a cell phone is likely to be referred to law enforcement.
The following rules must be observed in connection to any cell phone possession or use at school
20 or any school related event: Students must keep their cell phones OFF and in their backpacks, pockets, or purses while riding a school bus and when on school grounds prior to entering the building in the morning. Cell phones shall NOT be used on a school bus AT ANY TIME or before school in the morning (outside or inside); Cell phones are NEVER to be taken to classes, the restroom, and locker rooms or carried in the hallways during the school day. Cell phones are to be kept in student lockers during the school day and must be TURNED OFF. If a student does not want to store their phone in their locker they may leave it in the office during the school day, where it will be locked in a safe, inaccessible place. Cell phones shall therefore not be used during the school day anywhere in the building or on school grounds. During school hours students can communicate with a parent or family with the school office phone; No portion of a cell phone other than the voice feature may be used at school. Cell phone camera usage is strictly forbidden. Games, PDAs, and any other type of cell phone accessory are also not permitted; Cell phones may not be used to transfer or record the voice of anyone but the user. Images also may not be transferred or recorded. Any violation of this rule, including but not limited to, posting the voice or image in a public forum may be referred to local law enforcement. Cell phones may be taken on school sponsored field trips, with teacher approval. School rules still apply. Use of phones on school buses is still prohibited.
Cell phones can APPROPRIATELY be used:
After normal school hours. After a school-related event such as a party, dance, concert, or sport activity.
Consequences for Improper Usage May Include: 1st offense—phone confiscated, detention issued. 2nd offense—phone confiscated, detention issued, and parent must pick up phone after 3pm. 3rd offense—phone confiscated, one-day suspension assessed, and parent must pick up phone after 3pm. For each offense beyond 3—phone confiscated, another day added to the suspension, parent must pick up phone after 3pm.
We do not want to impose disciplinary measures for improper use, but our desire is simply to provide a means for parents and students to communicate after school hours when a school phone may not be readily available.
Entering and Leaving School: Students will enter school through the main doors by the office only. Students may exit through the main doors by the office or the gym lobby doors. Students’ belongings may be searched upon entering or exiting school to promote school safety. Once a
21 student has entered the school building, they are not permitted to leave without permission until the end of the school day.
Fire Drills: Fire drills are required by law and are held periodically, so orderly evacuation of buildings may be accomplished without panic. Instructions are posted in each room: acquaint yourself with these instructions. After the alarm walk quietly out of the building without any belongings. No talking or visiting is allowed. Students should remain together in class groups so the teacher can account for all students and to repeat announcements.
Hall Passes: If a student finds it necessary to leave class or study hall or is acting on behalf of a teacher, he/she must obtain a pass from the teacher indicating permission to be out of class.
Harassment and Bullying: No person, including a district employee or agent, or student, shall harass, bully, or intimidate another student based upon a student’s sex, color, race, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or other protected group status. The district shall not tolerate harassing or intimidating conduct, whether verbal, physical, or visual, that affects tangible benefits of education, that unreasonably interferes with a student’s educational performance, or that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment.
Sexual harassment of students is prohibited. Any person, including a district employee or agent, or student, engages in sexual harassment whenever he or she makes sexual advances, requests sexual favors, and engages in other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual or sex-based nature, imposed on the basis of sex, that:
1. Denies or limits the provision of educational aid, benefits, services, or treatment; or that makes such a conduct a condition of a student’s academic status; or
2. Has the purpose or effect of: a. Substantially interfering with a student’s educational environment; b. Creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment; c. Depriving a student of educational aid, benefits, services, or treatment; or d. Making submissions to or rejection of such conduct the basis for academic decisions affecting a student.
Uniform Grievance Procedure A student, parent/guardian, employee, or community member should notify the principal if he or she believes that the school board, its employees, or agents have violated his or her rights guaranteed by law.
Health and Safety Standards will be maintained at all times for the protection of the students. Feet must be protectively covered. Clothing and footwear must not have ornamentation that will damage furniture or floors or create a safety hazard to the student or to others. All students must maintain a state of personal cleanliness. Jackets, coats, and/or book bags are not acceptable in class unless given prior approval.
22 When a student's appearance disrupts the educational process, he or she may be subject to exclusion from school. Students may be allowed to wear coats or jackets by the classroom teacher when low temperature in the room merits use of extra clothing. (See also Personal Appearance)
High School Class Change: Class changes may not be made after 5 class periods. Prior to any class changes, a student must receive from the counselor an authorization to drop the class. The teacher whose class the student is dropping and the teacher whose class the student is adding must sign this authorization. The counselor will review with the student this request and signed authorization note, and at that time make arrangements for any changes
High School Parking : Cars parked on the school grounds must be locked at all times. Parking on the school grounds can be denied of any person who is found guilty of excessive tardiness, gross misconduct or disobedience. Cars are not at any time to be parked on any grass area surrounding the school. After school, students should wait until the buses leave before leaving the parking lot. Students who choose to drive accept the responsibility of getting to school on time. Students are not to go to their cars for any reason during the day without prior permission from administration.
Students will not be allowed to drive their own vehicles to and from school activities when school transportation is furnished for that activity without prior administration approval.
If a vehicle is parked on school property, it may be searched at any time with reasonable suspicion.
Inclement Weather: On very foggy mornings or very snowy mornings, the buses may run up to one hour late. In case of extreme ice or snow, please listen to radio station WMOK or WPSD- TV Channel 6 Paducah to see if school will be in session.
Leaving School: Only juniors and seniors enrolled in the escrow program for college credit or our school-to-work program (as designated by administration), may obtain permission to leave school early. If this is abused or the student commits gross misconduct, the privilege may be revoked.
Library The School Library/Learning Center is provided for Joppa Junior and Senior High School students to enhance their education. All students and staff should cooperate to help keep the atmosphere calm, quiet, and orderly.
Library Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (with the exception of lunch hour)
Library Rules:
23 1. Students should always be respectful and courteous to other students in the library. 2. Students should use the library to read, study, or do research quietly, and not use the library as a place for socializing with friends. 3. Students should follow directions the first time. 4. Students should refrain from eating, drinking, or littering in the library. 5. Students should return all learning materials to their proper places in the library when finished with them each day. 6. Students should always have a pass from their classroom teacher when entering the library from that class. 7. Students should follow additional rules, procedures and guidelines in the school handbook. 8. Students should use email only for school related work.
Fines: Students will be fined .05 each school day for overdue books and materials. Electronic privileges may be revoked due to unpaid fines and/or lost/damaged fees.
Lost or Damaged Books and Materials: Students will be charged the purchase price if books/materials are lost or damaged.
Library Materials and Resources Available to Students and Staff
Fiction and Non-Fiction books: Checkout policy = 2 weeks and renewable Reference Books and other Reference Materials: Checkout policy varies Current and Past Newspapers: Checkout not allowed Current and Past Magazines: Checkout not allowed Reference CD-Roms: Checkout not allowed College and Career Information: Checkout policy varies Shawnee Library System, Carterville, Illinois – provides books, articles, and other information not available in the school library: (Checkout policy varies from 2 to 3 weeks)
Lockers: A student's school locker is the property of the school and must be used for the purpose intended: storage for books, school supplies, and outdoor garments. School officials may search the locker with or without the student's knowledge or consent. All students are requested to keep their lockers in good order with books, papers and coats placed neatly in them. It is the student's responsibility to periodically clean his/her locker. Lockers should contain only the belongings of those students to whom the locker has been assigned. Students who violate this rule may be penalized. Students will be required to clean, repair or pay for any damage to their lockers.
The High School P.E. teacher assigns gym lockers. Locker doors are to be kept locked. Never leave money or valuables unattended. Lockers should not be shared.
24 Lost and Found is located in the school office. Articles found should be turned into the school office personnel. Loss of property should be reported and an effort will be made to return the item or items to the owner.
Medication and Treatment Parents are reminded that medication should be given to students at home whenever possible. Only medication prescribed by a physician or dentist which is essential for the student to remain in school shall be given under the conditions outlined below with the approval of the principal. We recommend that the parents consult with their doctor to see if midday medication can be adjusted and given at another time at home. If it is necessary for the child to take prescription medication at school, the initial medication authorization may be given by the parent to the principal or principal’s designee by telephone, but must be followed by completion of the School Medication Authorization Form. 1. Prior to making medication available at school, the School Medication Authorization Form shall be completed by the parents. Authorization forms shall be updated every year for chronic illness and for each change in medication for each illness. Students who transfer into the school district must complete the form within 15 school days.
2. Medication shall be brought to school in a container with a current pharmacy label clearly marked with the student’s name, doctor, the name of the medication and instructions.
3. The only way over-the-counter medication, including aspirin and Tylenol, can be given at school, is with written doctor’s or dentist’s orders and in the correct over- the-counter container with the student’s name and directions.
4. Students will bring their own medication to the office to be stored. Students should not have medication in their possession during school hours. The principal or principal’s designee shall supervise the consumption of medicine.
Nit-Free Policy
Joppa High School has a “Nit-Free” policy. If it is determined by school personnel that a student has head lice and/or nits, he/she will be excluded from school. The parent or guardian will be notified immediately and advised to pick up the student. The student may not return to school until the following day. The student will only be checked once during a school day in order to be readmitted. The school nurse must check the student before the student can be allowed to attend school. The student will not be allowed to ride the bus before being checked. Transportation to school to see the nurse MUST be provided by the parent. School-wide head checks will be conducted regularly. Those students who are considered by school personnel to be chronic, may be checked more frequently. Students are excused for three days. If after three calendar days,
25 the students have not returned to school, they are considered unexcused. They will also be referred to the social worker for truancy.
Overnight Trips Any student attending an overnight trip, for any school-related activity, must provide proof of health/accident insurance, if it is not supplied by the school insurance carrier. Families needing help obtaining insurance for their children may contact the school social worker.
Personal Appearance : The faculty and staff at Joppa High School wish to promote education and safety in every facet of the school day. This dress code is designed to facilitate education by limiting distractions and promoting safety as well as teaching students about appropriate dress. Personal appearance should not disrupt the educational process, call undue attention to the individual, violate federal, state or local health and obscenity laws, or affect the welfare and safety of the student or his/her classmates. In general: Under normal circumstances, caps, hats, or any type of head covering are to be removed when inside the school building unless authorized by administration. Sunglasses are not to be worn in the building during school hours. Clothing, jewelry and accessories with writing or graphics relating to sex, drugs, tobacco or alcohol, rude or crude pictures or sayings will not be permitted. Chains and long straps attached to the pants are prohibited. See through mesh clothing, tube tops, or spaghetti straps are not permitted. Excessively holey pants are not allowed. Blouses and shirts must meet skirts, slacks or pants. The midriff must not show. Proper underclothing must be worn. Undergarments are not to be seen during the school day. They may not be exposed when sitting, standing, lifting, bending, etc. Outer garments must be worn in a way as not to reveal undergarments or expose skin normally covered by undergarments. Undergarments may not be worn as outer clothing. Undergarments include but are not limited to biker shorts, boxer shorts, and tank tops. No short skirts or shorts will be permitted. Shorts must be no shorter than five inches from the inseam. Safe footwear shall be worn at all times. Heavy or long coats intended as outdoor articles of clothing shall not be worn to class. Ear piercing will be the only type of body piercing permitted. NO other body piercing of any kind is allowed. Gang clothing, symbols, or other items associated with gangs may not be worn, displayed, or carried. Any form of wearing apparel and any type of grooming which, in the opinion of a teacher or administrator, is a distraction or creates a danger is strictly prohibited. No pajamas are allowed.
Personal Conduct : Public displays of affection considered inappropriate is strictly prohibited. Handholding is permitted.
26 Police Searches: Police and/or police liaisons may search the premises upon request of administration. Should an arrest be imminent, parents shall be notified immediately.
Prescribed Medicine: Parents are reminded that medication should be given at home whenever possible. All prescribed medicine(s) must be checked in and left at the main office. All medicine that is not on file in the office may be considered an infraction of the drugs/alcohol policy. Only medication prescribed by a physician or dentist which is essential for the student to remain in school shall be given under the conditions outlined below with the approval of the principal. 1. Prior to making medication available at school the School Medication Authorization Form shall be completed by the parents. Authorization forms shall be updated every year for chronic illness and for each change in medication for each illness. 2. Medication shall be brought to school in a container with a current pharmacy label clearly marked with the student’s name, doctor, the name of the medication, and instructions. 3. The only way over-the-counter medication, including aspirin and Tylenol, can be given at school is with written doctor or dentist’s orders and in the correct over-the-counter container with the student’s name and directions.
Radios, Laptops, and/or Electronic Devices : Items such as radios, tape players, electronic games, lasers, laptops, and/or any electronic devices are not to be brought to any school activity or on school grounds. These items are subject to being confiscated by staff and/or administration.
Report Cards/Deficiency Report: Report cards are sent home every nine weeks. Whenever a student is exhibiting failing or substandard work according to the teacher's appraisal of the student's potential, a deficiency report and/or a Notice of Concern is sent home or a phone call is made to the parent informing them of the student's progress or lack of progress.
Semester Examinations : All students are required to take semester examinations the first and second semester of every school year unless waived as a result of the grade and attendance incentives.
Senior and Eighth Grade Class Trips : Class trips are considered rewards for students and the rules for these trips are set accordingly to benefit those students who have earned the right to participate due to passing grades, good behavior, regular attendance, and participation in class activities in which the proceeds go towards the class trip. Each class and the class sponsors will be responsible for determining the class activities for which each member is responsible to be allowed to participate. The following is a list of reasons, other than those of the class, which will cause a student to be ineligible for his/her class trip:
27 If a student is failing any course on the date of the trip. This will be determined by calculating the cumulative average for the course on a deadline established by the class sponsors. If a student has not met the 90% attendance at the time of the grade class check rate. If a student has been suspended (in school or out of school) for any length of time, at any time during the school year prior to the day of the trip. A student who has been suspended or has not met the 90% attendance rate may write a letter of consideration for probation within one week of the suspension. The principal and superintendent may grant a probationary contract allowing the student a second chance at attending the trip. Only one such contract will be permitted. The deadline to establish a contract is February 1st.
Severe Weather Drills and Air Raid Instructions: Each room will have instructions posted. Notification to move to protective areas will be given by signal and/or public address methods.
Teachers Lounge: The teacher’s lounge is off limits to students.
Transportation: In special cases, where parents have to transport their child, reimbursement for travel may be provided. Example: To obtain special instruction or services not available at this facility. The Board of Education will provide adequate, free bus transportation to and from school to all students of Joppa-Maple Grove Unit District #38 whom reside 1 1/2 miles or more from the school.
Visitors: Students are not permitted to bring visitors or friends to school without prior permission from administration. Any person who is not enrolled at the school as a student must report directly to the office.
Work Permits: Students under 18 years of age must obtain a work permit before being allowed to work. You must have proof of employment to receive an application. Applications for work permits are available in the school office.
DISCIPLINE
We share with the parents of our students a desire that they will achieve to the best of their ability. We also share with the parents, the responsibility for their child's conduct while attending school. It is expected that all pupils exhibit attitudes for respect at all times. Proper care of school property is also expected. This means that we expect each student to demonstrate proper behavior and comply with all school rules. It is understood that this discipline program shall include, but not be limited to, such developmental steps as detention, parent notification, conferences, suspension and expulsion.
Discipline is an important and necessary part of each student's school experiences. These
28 guidelines are devoted to explaining the general school rules and procedures. In addition, each teacher establishes rules for and maintains discipline within his/her classroom. Teachers shall fill out discipline referral forms on each incident and make available to the principal. As soon as the discipline problem has been resolved, the principal will complete the discipline referral form and return a copy to the teacher. A copy will be mailed to the parent.
Students’ off-campus conduct that results in material and/or substantial disruption or poses a true threat to students, staff, or the school and interferes with the school’s educational functions may result in students receiving a detention(s) and/or major disciplinary consequences depending on the frequency and severity of the violation.
In accordance with the provisions of the Illinois School Code, the Superintendent or Principal may suspend a student who is guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct for a period not to exceed ten (10) days.
Expulsion of students guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct will take place only after the parents have been requested to appear at a meeting of the Board of Education to discuss their child's behavior.
Cheating/Plagiarism: Plagiarism is the "use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one's own original work." This is considered academic dishonesty and will result in disciplinary action.
Fighting: Any student who participates in or is responsible for a fight in the school, on school property, to or from school, on the bus, or during an activity in which the school is involved may be subject to suspension and/or expulsion. In addition, the following situations may result in further discipline: (1) a student is involved in a fight and he/she does not respond to the direction of the supervising staff member, or should strike the staff member (with or without intent); (2) students who instigate or promote fights among fellow students; and (3) students who leave their assigned classroom or area, or leave their normal path to and from class, to observe or participate in a fight.
Threats or Intimidation: Threatening or intimidating any student, teacher, or other school employee or visitor may be subject to suspension and/or expulsion.
Fire Alarms: Turning in a false alarm is not only dangerous it is illegal. Anyone who turns in a false alarm (pulls the alarm box with intent) may be subject to suspension from school and may be recommended for expulsion.
Fireworks: Fireworks in any form are prohibited. Any student who is found to be using, trafficking in, or in possession of fireworks, smoke bombs, stink bombs and other related fireworks materials may be suspended from school and may be subject to expulsion.
Gangs & Hate Groups: Students are prohibited from engaging in gang activity. A “gang” is
29 any group of 2 or more persons whose purpose includes the commission of illegal and/or disruptive acts.
Gang activity, including, but not limited to:
1. Wearing, using, distributing, displaying, or selling any clothing, jewelry, emblem, symbol, sign, or other materials that are evidence of membership or affiliation in a gang.
2. Committing any act, or using any speech, either verbal or nonverbal (gestures, handshakes, etc.) showing membership or affiliation in a gang
3. Using any speech or committing any act in furtherance of the interests of any gang or gang activity
Students are not to engage or involve themselves in any type or style of hate activity. Hate activity includes, but is not limited to: words spoken, witchcraft symbolism, pictures, or other forms of derogatory and intimidating communication.
Insubordination: The main purpose of the entire school staff is to help and educate the student body. Since the school staff stands in the place of parents, we expect to receive the same respect due the parents. In keeping with this idea, students should be aware that cases of insubordination will not be tolerated and are subject to suspension and possibly expulsion.
Leaving School: Students who leave school without permission from an administrator may be subject to immediate suspension.
Profanity: Students are not to use words and gestures commonly accepted as profane or obscene in speech or in written form. This rule applies before and after school, during school, on the bus, or during activities.
Tobacco: Smoking and/or possession of tobacco products are not permitted on school property or at school sponsored activities. Student smoking will not be allowed on school property. Students who are caught smoking or possessing tobacco on school property will face the following discipline procedures:
1st Offense = 1 suspension day
2nd Offense= 2 days of suspension (Student becomes ineligible-see pg 24) 3rd Offense= 3 days of suspension
Note: Suspensions will continue to be added to each additional offense.
30 Use of Alcohol/Drugs: Any items considered alcohol or drugs, or related to alcohol or drugs, are not permitted in the possession of students or used by students at anytime. Use or possession of alcohol and non-prescribed drugs or what is perceived to be non-prescribed drugs and/or alcohol will not be tolerated. This includes participating at other schools. Any student who intentionally sells, gives, possesses, uses, or is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol in or on school property, including buses, may be (1) suspended and/or expelled from school and (2) reported to the appropriate law enforcement agencies for possible legal action. Drug searches will be randomly carried out throughout the year.
Vandalism: The faculty, community and student body should take pride in our schools. The cooperation of the entire student body is required to keep the schools and its equipment in the best of condition. To deter thoughtless or intentional damaging of school property, any student found guilty of vandalism or attempting to vandalize will be held responsible for the cost and repair. Further, the student may face suspension from school and possibly expulsion.
Weapons: Weapons are designed to injure people. Students should never bring anything to school or utilize anything at school that could be considered a weapon. Any weapon found on school grounds will be confiscated (including pocketknives). Depending on the nature of the weapon, the student may be suspended or expelled from school and both he/she and the weapon may be turned over to legal authorities.
DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES
Detention Parents will be notified if their child is assigned a detention by a disciplinary notice sent home. Bus students must provide their own way home on days they are assigned detentions. Detention slips will be signed by the instructor indicating the reason for the referral. Each room will post a list of general guidelines that is basis for detention.
Rules for detention 1. No talking or making unnecessary noises. 2. No sleeping, eating, or drinking. 3. Students must bring pencil or pen and work for the entire period.
Detention will be held for 90 minutes, after school, on Friday of each week (when possible). If the student is absent from detention and is unexcused and/or the student misbehaves in detention, the detention will be reassigned and an additional detention and/or suspension may result. If the student is tardy for detention, another detention will be issued.
Detentions accumulate during each semester. It is important to note that: Four Tardies - One detention Four detentions of any kind - May result in one suspension
31 Tardies and detentions are not carried over to the next semester. If a student accumulates excessive detentions, he/she may be suspended from school or receive a Saturday detention.
Suspension/Expulsion
I. Definitions
A. Suspension: An exclusion of a student from school, school property, and/or denial of educational services to which the student would otherwise be entitled, for a period not to exceed ten days. Suspension day(s) will be unexcused. Parents may make arrangements with the school principal to pick up any class work that will be missed during the duration of the suspension. This is to be done on the first day of a suspension. Work is to be completed and turned in on the student’s first day back from suspension. This does not apply to quizzes or tests that take place during the student’s suspension.
B. In-School Suspension : The student is in attendance but spends his/her school hours and does his/her work in the in-school suspension room, isolated from the rest of the student body, under the supervision of the in-school suspension supervisor. Minimal breaks are allowed (under supervision only) and there is to be no talking or visiting what so ever. Work completed during in-school suspension will be graded and recorded for his/her class.
C. Expulsion: An exclusion by the Board of Education of a student from school and/or denial of educational services to which the student would otherwise be entitled.
D. Gross Disobedience and Misconduct include but are not limited to:
1. Behavior which is injurious to person or property, or which directly threatens injury to person or property
2. Behavior which substantially and materially disrupts the educational process or discipline in the school.
3. Repeated incidents of misbehavior as described in the discipline code, which other disciplinary measures have failed to correct.
4. Gross disrespect - which includes but is not limited to- insubordination, threatening, intimidating or attempting to intimidate or threaten school personnel or another student, fighting with or assaulting school personnel
32 or students, verbal and/or nonverbal abuse or use of profanity or obscenity to school personnel or other students, and sexual harassment of school personnel or students.
5. Smoking and/or possession of tobacco products.
6. First and subsequent offenses when a student is found to be using, possessing or distributing alcohol or narcotics or what is perceived to be alcohol or narcotics.
7. Repeatedly failing to comply with the direction of teachers, student teachers, substitute teachers, teacher aides, principal or other authorized personnel during any period of time when he/she is properly under the authority of school personnel.
8. Repeated truancies and/or unexcused absences which are detrimental to the welfare of the student and disruptive of the educational process.
9. Repeated tardiness which substantially disrupts the educational process.
10. Students found in the school building or upon its property (includes all properties owned and/or maintained by the Board of Education) for any purpose other than as related to school activities, shall be considered trespassers, and in violation of criminal law, which will be referred to the proper law enforcement authorities.
11. Involvement in hate groups, gangs or gang related activities, including the display of gang symbols or paraphernalia.
II. Due Process for Suspensions
A. Except as set forth in sub-paragraph B (following) prior to the imposition of suspension, the following procedures will be observed:
1. The suspending school official will hold an informal hearing with the student to notify the student concerning the charges and disciplinary action being considered.
2. The student will have an opportunity to present an explanation regarding the charges and evidence with the suspending school official.
3. The suspending school official will make a decision and then inform the student if the suspension is to be imposed.
33 B. A student whose presence poses a danger to person or property or disrupts the academic process may be removed from the school, by law enforcement, if necessary.
C. Any such suspension will be reported immediately to parents or guardians of such pupil including the date and time of the hearing, a full statement of reasons for such suspension and a notice of the parents' right to review. This notice is to be sent to the parents by mail, plus a copy given to the parents at the time of the suspension if possible.
D. A copy of the suspension notice is to be sent to the Superintendent.
E. A request for a review hearing must be submitted in writing within ten (10) school days after receipt of the suspension notice. The review hearing will take place within ten (10) school days of the receipt of the request or on a date mutually acceptable to all parties involved.
III. Due Process for Expulsion
A. In the event gross disobedience or misconduct leads to expulsion, a student may be excluded from school prior to expulsion procedures as outlined below (not to exceed ten (10) school days.)
1. The Board of Education may expel students for gross disobedience or misconduct; such expulsion will take place only after a review hearing by the Board of Education or the Board has taken action upon findings submitted by a hearing officer appointed by the Board.
2. The student and the parents or guardians of the student will be notified by certified mail of the following:
a. a letter should be sent at least five (5) days prior to the date of the hearing, or at least three (3) days prior to the date of the hearing if a copy of the letter is personally delivered and includes a statement of the incident or incidents. The letter will also state the time, place and date of the hearing procedures as set forth below. b. the hearing will be held at a time and date mutually convenient to the parties involved.
IV. Review Hearing Procedures A. The hearing will be held in a Closed Session at the request of the parents or guardians or the school administrators.
34 B. The student will be afforded the following:
1. The right to be represented by counsel (at the expense of the student or parents).
2. The right to present evidence and call witnesses.
3. The right to cross-examine the opposing witnesses.
C. A written decision will be issued to the student and the parents or guardians within ten (10) school days after a review hearing conducted by the Board of Education. It will contain a statement of facts and the basis for the decision.
V. If the Board of Education finds in a hearing on the suspension or expulsion of a student that the action was unjustified or unreasonable, the following procedures will be followed:
A. The student's record will be expunged of all notations in regard to the suspension or expulsion.
B. The student's absence (s) will be recorded as "excused".
C. All educational opportunities and services missed by the student will be afforded. Tutoring will be provided for the number of days suspended, if requested or deemed necessary. VI. A student may not be suspended for behavior, which is the result of a disability.
A. A student may not be suspended for behavior, which is or results from a disability unless as a result of the behavior, the child is a direct physical danger to Him/Herself, other students, and faculty or school property.
B. If evidence is presented during an expulsion or suspension proceeding which indicates that the student's behavior is symptomatic of, or results from a disability, the student will be referred for special educational evaluation pursuant to the Rules and Regulations to Govern the Administration and Operation of Special Education. BUS CONDUCT
The following rules shall pertain to all students who are transported on District Buses. The bus is an extension of the classroom and all general rules apply.
35 1. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that lends itself to the safe operation of the school bus.
2. Students are expected to ALWAYS do the following: a. Refrain from loud or excessive talking. b. Remain in their seats while the bus is in motion. c. Enter and exit the bus in an orderly fashion. d. Refrain from the use of profanity. e. Avoid eating and drinking on the bus.
3. Students are also expected to be courteous and to follow the instructions of the driver.
4. The following acts (but not limited to these acts) are not permitted on the bus and students committing these acts will be subject to suspension from the bus and/or school and possibly expulsion: a. Fighting on the bus. b. Vandalism. c. Throwing objects out of the bus. d. Use of flammables. e. Use or possession of unprescribed drugs, alcohol, and/or related material. f. Use or possession of tobacco of any kind.
5. Students may be assigned a seat by the driver.
6. Infraction of bus rules may lead to suspension and possibly expulsion. EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES- All Students
Equal Educational Opportunities
Equal educational and extra-curricular opportunities shall be available for all students without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religious beliefs, physical and mental handicap or disability, status as homeless, or actual or potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy. No student shall, based on sex, be denied equal access to programs, activities, services, or benefits or be limited in the exercise of any right, privilege, advantage, or denied equal access to educational and extra-curricular programs and activities. Any student may file a sex equity complaint by using the Uniform Grievance procedure. A student may appeal the school board’s resolution of the complaint to the Regional Superintendent of Schools and thereafter, to the State Superintendent of Education.
A student is not allowed to participate in any extra-curricular activity, including attending dances and games, if that student was not in attendance by 11:30am on the day of the activity. In order
36 to be eligible to attend Saturday activities a student must be in attendance by 11:30am on Friday. In addition, the missed portion of the day must be an excused absence.
See also, Athletic Handbook, for additional information.
Eligibility Requirements for Athletes, Cheerleaders, & Other IHSA Activities:
These requirements are not intended to make students ineligible for athletics and cheerleading, but to insure that Joppa students maintain academic progress as a priority over extra-curricular activities. These requirements apply to all students who participate in any IHSA regulated activity. (Note: scholar bowl is an IHSA sanctioned activity).
1. High school students must meet all Illinois High School Association requirements. (See IHSA Rules, Regulations, and Eligibility Requirements in Appendix I). Athletes are required to: a. Have proof of insurance on file with the main office. b. Have proper notification of the rules and provide written acknowledgement with their parents of the rules for each sport in which they participate sign and acknowledgment, along with their parents, of the rules, in the sport in which they participate.
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility is determined weekly by the Athletic Director on Fridays and will begin on Friday. Any student failing to meet these academic criteria shall be ineligible to participate in the activity. This does not exclude the student from participating in practice sessions. However, students who are ineligible may not leave school early to attend or participate in games or practices.
Academic Eligibility Requirements:
7-11 grade students must be passing 6 classes, 4 of which must be graduation required in order to be eligible 12th grade students cannot fail any graduation required class and must pass 6 classes in order to be eligible
Students who do not pass four graduation required courses the previous semester will be ineligible for the following entire semester. Example: Student does not pass four graduation-required courses the 1st Semester of 2009-2010 (Aug - Dec), student is INELIGIBLE the 2 nd Semester. Not passing the spring semester will effect eligibility for fall semester of the next school year.
Students will be allowed a “grace week” the first week of each nine-week grading period. See the athletic handbook for additional information.
37 Behavior Eligibility Requirements:
1. Any student who has multiple suspensions may be placed on the school’s “Behavioral Ineligible” list and may be prohibited from participating in and attending extra-curricular activities for the remainder of the school year.
2. Any student will be dismissed from the team (organization) for gross misconduct. 3. Any student will be dismissed from the team (organization) if caught with alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
4. Students displaying unsportsmanlike conduct during a contest will be subject to penalties under our school codes. Also, students may have to appear before the Joppa- Maple Grove Board of Education to explain their inappropriate behaviors and poor representation of the district
Admissions
Admission to all Joppa-Maple Grove School District basketball games (excluding tournaments) is as follows for both Joppa High School and for Maple Grove School: $2.00 Adults $1.00 Students-All Ages
Students 6th grade and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult to be admitted to either building for games.
Admission price for all Joppa-Maple Grove Students will be waived if accompanied by parent and/or responsible adult.
Integrated Pest Management
The Joppa-maple Grove Unit School District has an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy, which incorporates building maintenance, sanitation, physical barriers, and as a last resort, the safest, effective means of pesticide. Structural and landscape pests can pose significant hazards to people, property and the environment. Pesticides can also pose hazards to people, property and the environment. It is therefore the policy of this School District to incorporate Integrated Pest Management (IPM) procedures for control of structural and landscape pests
IPM Procedures will determine when to control pests and whether to use mechanical, physical, chemical, cultural or biological means. IPM practitioners depend on current, comprehensive information on the pest and its environment and the best available pest control methods. Applying IPM principles prevents unacceptable levels of pest activity and damage by the most economical means and with the least possible hazard to people, property and the environment.
38 The choice of using a pesticide will be based on a review of all other available options and a determination that these options are not acceptable or not feasible. Selected non-chemical pest management methods will be implemented whenever possible. It is the policy of Joppa-Maple Grove #38 to utilize IPM principles to manage pest populations adequately. The full range of alternatives, including no action, will be considered.
When it is determined that a pesticide must be used to meet important management goals, the least hazardous material will be chosen. The application of such pesticides is subject to the Federal Insecticide and Rodenticide Act (7 USC 136 et seq), Joppa-Maple Grove #38 policies and procedures, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) regulations in 40 OFR, Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, and state and local regulations.
Any person on District property and/or in District buildings who potentially would have, or has had adverse reactions to chemicals used for the control of pests or vegetation should inform the building administration in writing of such adverse reactions so that precautions may be taken when such chemicals are being used.
Parents or guardians of students, and district employees, who wish to be notified of pesticide application, should inform the building administration in writing at the beginning of each school year, or within 15 days of enrollment, of their wish to be notified of pesticide application. The supervisor of each building will notify these students, parents/guardians, and employees in the building, at least 2 business days before a pesticide application in or on school buildings or grounds occurs. The notification will be in writing, identifying the intended date of the application, and the name and telephone contact number for the school personnel responsible for the pesticide program. An exception to this prior notification is when there is an imminent threat to health or property.
ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT
In accordance with Federal regulations concerning Asbestos, accredited inspections of all buildings of this District has been completed. All ACBM in this building has been addressed in a management plan written according to Federal and State requirements. The purpose of this management plan is to safeguard the health and safety of all building occupants. The management plan is available, without cost or restriction, for inspection by representatives of the EPA and the State, the public, including teachers, other school personnel and their representatives, and parents. The LEA (Local Educational Agency) may charge a reasonable cost to make copies of management plans.
Warning labels and/or signs have been posted adjacent to ACBM in routine maintenance areas. Please observe the cautions stated on the labels and signs. If you have cause to believe that ACBM is or has been disturbed by unauthorized personnel, please contact the custodian, administration, or any other school employee without delay.
39 40 ACCESS TO THE INTERNET
Internet access is available to students and teachers in our school district. Our goal is to promote educational excellence in the district by facilitating research, resource, sharing, innovation, and communication. Your child would be using the district computer network connection for research purposes or specific projects.
Our district is providing strict guidelines for the proper conduct of our students who wish to use the computer network connection. Joppa-Maple Grove Unit District #38 supports and respects each family's right to decide whether or not their child may apply for access to the computer network, Internet and e-mail access.
Families should be warned that some material accessible via the Internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate or potentially offensive to some people. We have taken precautions, which are limited, to restrict access to controversial materials.
Access and use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in cancellation of those privileges. The administration, faculty, and staff of the District may request the system supervisor to deny, revoke, or suspend specific user privileges. The system supervisor will deem what is inappropriate use and their decision is final.
Students will be taught accepted rules of network etiquette, and incorporated into the lessons will be a component dealing with online behavior education. The user is expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
A. Be polite. Do not become abusive in messages to others. B. Use appropriate language. Do not swear, or use vulgarities or any other inappropriate languages. C. Do not reveal the personal addresses or telephone numbers of students or colleagues. D. Recognize that electronic mail (E-mail) is not private. People who operate the system have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities. E. Do not use the network in any way that would disrupt its use by other users. F. Consider all communications and information accessible via the network to be private property.
UNACCEPTABLE USE
41 The following are examples of unacceptable use of the Internet system: Sending, displaying, or using offensive messages, words, or pictures Using obscene language Insulting or attacking others Damaging computers and/or general vandalism Violating copyright laws Trespassing in another’s folders, work or files Intentionally wasting limited resources Employing the network for commercial purposes or purposes not directly assigned
NO WARRANTIES
The District makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing. The District will not be responsible for any damages the user suffers. This includes loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, missed-deliveries, or service interruptions caused by its negligence or the users errors or omissions. Use of any information obtained via the Internet is at the users own risk. The District specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services.
INDEMNIFICATION
The user agrees to indemnify the School District for any losses, costs, or damages, including reasonable attorney fees, incurred by the District relating to, or arising out of any violation of these procedures.
SECURITY
Network security is a high priority. Any violation may result in loss of privilege.
To gain access to the Internet, all students under the age of 18 must obtain parental permission and must sign and return this form to the office. Students 18 and over may sign their own form.
42 INDEX A Academic Eligibility Requirements…………………………………………………….. 38 Admissions……………………………………………………………………………… 38 Agency & Police Interviews…………………………………………………………….. 18 Air Raid Instructions…………………………………………………………………… 28 Alcohol Use……………………………………………………………………………... 31 Asbestos Management………………………………………………………………….. 40 Attendance Incentive……………………………………………………………………. 15 Attendance Policy……………………………………………………………………….. 13
B Beta Club………………………………………………………………………………... 18 Behavior Eligibility Requirements……………………………………………………… 38 Bus Conduct…………………………………………………………………………….. 36
C Cafeteria………………………………………………………………………………… 19 Cheating and Plagiarism………………………………………………………………... 29 Class Changes…………………………………………………………………………… 23 Closed Campus…………………………………………………………………………. 19 Cell Phones………………………………………………………………………………. 21 Competitions……………………………………………………………………………. 19 Curfew…………………………………………………………………………………… 20
D Detention………………………………………………………………………………… 31 Discipline……………………………………………………………………………….. 29 Discipline Procedures…………………………………………………………………… 31 Drink Machines………………………………………………………………………….. 20 Driving Privileges……………………………………………………………………….. 20
E Education of Children w/ Disabilities…………………………………………………… 12 Electronic Communication……………………………………………………………… 21 Eligibility Requirements………………………………………………………………… 38 Eligibility Requirements for Athletes, Cheerleaders, and other IHSA Activities……… 37 Enrollment………………………………………………………………………………. 8 Entering & Leaving School…………………………………………………………….. 22 Extra-Curricular Eligibility……………………………………………………………… 37 Extra-Curricular Activities-All Students………………………………………………… 37 Eye Exams………………………………………………………………………………. 9 Eighth Grade Graduation Requirements…………………………………………………17
43 F Family Educational Rights of Privacy Act…………………………………………….. 10 Fees……………………………………………………………………………………… 9 Fighting…………………………………………………………………………………. 29 Fire Alarms……………………………………………………………………………… 30 Fire Drill…………………………………………………………………………………. 22 Fireworks………………………………………………………………………………… 30
G Gangs & Hate Groups…………………………………………………………………… 30 General Information……………………………………………………………………... 18
H Hall Passes………………………………………………………………………………. 22 Harassment……………………………………………………………………………… 22 Health & Safety………………………………………………………………………….. 23 Honor Roll………………………………………………………………………………. 17 High School Class Change………………………………………………………………. 23 High School Graduation Requirements ………………………………………………… 16
I Index…………………………………………………………………………………….. 43 ISAT…………………………………………………………………………………….. 12 Inclement Weather………………………………………………………………………. 24 Insubordination…………………………………………………………………………. 30 Internet Access………………………………………………………………………….. 41
J Joppa High School Compact on Education……………………………………………. 7
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L Laptop Use……………………………………………………………………………… 27 Leaving School…………………………………………………………………….. 24 & 30 Library………………………………………………………………………………….. 24 Lockers…………………………………………………………………………………. 25 Lost & Found…………………………………………………………………………… 25
M Medication & Treatment………………………………………….…………………… 25 Military Release Information…………………………………………………………… 11 Mission Statement………………………………………………………………………. 5
44 N NCLB…………………………………………………………………………………… 11 Nit-Free Policy…………………………………………………………………………. 26
O Overnight Trips………………………………………………………………………… 26
P Parking………………………………………………………………………………….. 23 Participation Grades…………………………………………………………………….. 16 Personal Appearance……………………………………………………………………. 26 Personal Conduct……………………………………………………………………….. 27 Personnel ……………………………………………………………………………….. 4 Pesticide Use……………………………………………………………………………. 39 Physical Exams…………………………………………………………………………. 9 Police Searches…………………………………………………………………………. 27 Prescribed Medication………………………………………………………………….. 27 Profanity………………………………………………………………………………… 30 Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment ………………………………………………… 11
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R Radios, etc………………………………………………………………………………. 27 Report Cards……………………………………………………………………………. 27 Residency……………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Responsibilities…………………………………………………………………………. 8 Rules for Detention …………………………………………………………………….. 32
S School Insurance………………………………………………………………………... 10 School Time Schedule………………………………………………………………….. 12 Senior & Eighth Grade Trips……………………………………………………………. 28 Semester Exams………………………………………………………………………… 28 Semester Exams Schedule.…………………………………………………………… 16 Severe Weather Drills…………………………………………………………………… 28 Sex Offender Registry………………………………………………………………… 11 Staff Directory…………………………………………………………………………. 47 Student/Parent Handbook Receipt Form ……………………………………………… 6 Student Records………………………………………………………………………… 10 Suspension/Expulsion…………………………………………………………………. 32
T Tardiness……………………………………………………………………………….. 15
45 Teachers Lounge……………………………………………………………………….. 28 Threats or Intimidation………………………………………………………………… 30 Tobacco………………………………………………………………………………… 31 Transportation………………………………………………………………………….. 28 Truancy…………………………………………………………………………………. 15
U Uniform Grievance Procedure………………………………………….………………. 23 Use of Alcohol/Drugs……………………………………………………………………31 User Agreement…………………………………………………………………………..6
V Valedictorian & Salutatorian Requirements…………………………………………… 18 Vandalism………………………………………………………………………………. 31 Visitors………………………………………………………………………………….. 28
W Weapons………………………………………………………………………………… 31 Welcome………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Work Permits…………………………………………………………………………… 28
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STAFF DIRECTORY
46 Name Email Extension Dr. Trampe [email protected] 102 Mrs. Artman [email protected] 103
Janet Burnett [email protected] 101 Barbara Harding [email protected] 104 Cricket Corzine [email protected] 155
Penny Bellamey [email protected] 150 Kathy Dunning [email protected] 116 Larry Durham [email protected] 153 Dan Farrar [email protected] 111 Jeff Goddard [email protected] 152 Sharon Goines [email protected] 149 Richard Jones [email protected] 109 Brandon McKinney [email protected] 156 Vicky Schafer [email protected] 110 Sarah Wittig [email protected] 115
47 Appendix I
IHSA Rules and Regulations
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