2002-3 Rainier High School ASB Officers

Dear Student and Parents,

Welcome to Rainier High School.

We are excited about the successes and challenges that lie ahead, and look forward to working with you and your student. Please take time to review with your student any pertinent information from the handbook. Students will be part of a school that focuses on school district goals which will develop them for their futures. In addition to this, students have the opportunity to participate in numerous sports, clubs, musical activities, and social events that enrich their learning experience. This school community will need your help to maximize its potential. A partnership among parents, staff and students is vitally important. Help foster this partnership by attending school functions and monitoring your student’s education progress. If you have the time, volunteer to work with us in some capacity. Together we CAN make a difference.

The information in this handbook has been prepared to give parents and students the guidelines and procedures we follow at Rainier High School. It is essential that all students know the contents and use the handbook throughout the year.

Make it a great year at Rainier High School.

John Beckman, Principal Jerrad Jeske, Dean of Students Welcome to Rainier High School

We developed this handbook to inform you of rules and procedures at our school. Knowing our procedures and expectations will help you succeed at Rainier High School. Please review this handbook. If you have any questions, please ask your teachers, counselor or principal. Administration John Beckman Principal...... 446-2205 [email protected] Jerrad Jeske Dean of Students...... 446-2227 [email protected] Kristin Robinson Counselor...... 446-2215 [email protected] Mary Jo Kenney Special Ed Director...... 446-7406 ...... [email protected] Sandy Rossmaier Vocational Director...... 446-2205 [email protected] Jerrad Jeske Athletic Director...... 446-9112 [email protected] Teachers Department Email Beginning Linda Azzarella Art azzarellal@ Michele Baker Health/Foods/Preschool bakerm@ Karissa Beckman Math beckmank@ Bridget Chatman Spanish chatmanb@ Stuart Des Rochers Physical Education desrocherss@ Kyle Greenwood Science greenwoodk@ Adam Cornwall Band/Robotics cornwalla@ Samantha Dickerson Alternative Education dickersons@ Jean Fitzgerald Special Education fitzgeraldj@ Don Franklin Math franklind@ Kyle Greenwood Science greenwoodk@ Josh Frunz Science frunzj@ Ashley Russ English russa@ Rob Henry History henryr@ Jerrad Jeske Fitness jeskej@ Angie Karnes Agriculture karnesa@ Eric Grizzle English grizzlee@ John Lybecker Industrial Arts lybeckerj@ Sandra Rossmaier Business Education rossmaiers@ Jessica Von Wendel Teacher/Librarian vonwendelj@

*All email addresses end with rainier.wednet.edu after the teacher name as listed above. I have read the rules and procedures listed in this handbook.

Student Signature 2 Parent Signature 2016-17 Rainier High School ASB Officers President Keaton Carlson Vice President Nicole Francis Secretary Katrina Barlass Treasurer Gabi Wilkinson Asst. Treasurer Annika DeMint Sgt. at Arms Ian Russell Representative Dakota DuCharme Advisor Ms. Rossmaier Class Officers Class of 2017 Class of 2018 President Lacee Largen President Adam Chatman V. President Jaime Reichel V. President Marquis Jackson Secretary Cassie Yeagley Secretary Caleigh Lutz Treasurer Jay Brown Treasurer Leslie Camacho Sgt. at Arms Shouridama Beadle Sgt. at Arms Cody Myers Advisor Mr. Henry Advisor Mrs. Baker

Meet in Room #447 Meet in Room #236

Class of 2019 Class of 2020 President Elaina Hansen President Elizabeth Wilkinson V. President Ricky Cruse V. President Theresa Geray Secretary Nina Guizzetti Secretary Sophie Beadle Treasurer Sophie Guizzetti Treasurer Brody Klein Sgt. at Arms Maceyo Brown Sgt. at Arms Tanna Spivey Advisor Mr. Lybecker Advisor Mr. Jeske Advisor Mr. Franklin Advisor Mr. Cinkovich Meet in the Commons Meet in the Old Gym Rainier High School Activities/Clubs

You are encouraged to take part in the Activity Program at Rainier High School. It is a great way to meet new friends and have fun!

FFA – Members are offered a variety of leadership and fun activities throughout the school year. Open to students enrolled in an agriculture course. Advisor – Ms. Karnes Spanish Club – Come learn about different cultures and have fun getting to know other students in many different activities. Open to students who have taken a Spanish course. Advisor – Ms. Chatman Knowledge Bowl – Members compete in an academic competition against other schools. Advisor – Ms. Chatman Interact Club – Show your generosity by participating in community service orientated activities. This organization is sponsored by Rotary Club. Advisor – Ms. Baker National Honor Society – This organization is nationally chartered. It is a community service organization that recognizes students who have achieved a high GPA and demonstrated good citizenship. Students must apply for admission in the spring. Advisor – Ms. Dickerson

3 Skills USA – A technology based club with ties to Industrial Technology. Advisor – Mr. Lybecker FBLA – This is a co-curricular club with business and marketing ties. It is required for Entrepreneurship. Advisor – Ms. Rossmaier Pep Band – Support your teams by participating in Pep Band at football and basketball games. Students are encouraged to take part in this program. Advisor – Mr. Cornwall Cheerleaders – Any boy or girl in grades 9-12 can try out for the cheer squad. This group supports our athletic teams and builds school spirit and pride. Tryouts take place in the spring for upcoming school year. Advisor – Ms. Sackett Athletics – Rainier High School offers a diverse athletic program open to all students. Students are encouraged to become involved. Rainier is a member of the Southwest Washington 1A Athletic Conference. Fall Sports Football...... Mr. Shaw Volleyball...... Ms. Robinson Cross Country (boys and girls)...... Mr. Henry Mrs. Beckman Winter Sports Boys Basketball...... Mr. LeMay Girls Basketball...... Mrs. Smith Wrestling...... Mr. Holterman Spring Sports Fastpitch Softball...... Mr. Franklin Baseball...... Mr. Kennedy Girls Track...... Mr. Henry Boys Track...... Mr. Frunz Fees – Activity cards are sold annually by the ASB in order to assist in financing the student activities. These cards admit the holder to all athletic events and activities at free or reduced costs. ASB cards are required for all athletes, activity members and ASB/class officers. In order to vote in all elections, students must hold an ASB card. ASB Card...... $30 Lost Student Planners...... $5 Combination Lock...... $6 Course Fee...... Per Teacher Section I General Information Academics Homework Policy: The main purposes of homework are: (1) to help students practice new skills; (2) to prepare for the next class and (3) to expand what they already know. Students are expected to write all homework assignments in their planners and complete the assigned work each day. Policy No. 2422 The board believes that homework is a constructive tool in the teaching/ learning process when geared to the needs and abilities of students. Purposeful assignments not only enhance student achievement but also develop self-discipline and associated good working habits. As an extension of the classroom, homework must be planned and organized; must be viewed as purposeful to the students; and must be evaluated and returned to students in a timely manner. Homework may be assigned for one or more of the following purposes: A. Practice – to help students to master specific skills which have been presented in class; B. Preparation – to help students gain the maximum benefits from future lessons; 4 C. Extension – to provide students with opportunities to transfer specific skills or concepts to new situations; and D. Creativity – to require students to integrate many skills and concepts in order to produce original responses. The purposes of homework assignments, the basis for evaluating the work performed and the guidelines and/or rules should be made clear to the student at the time of the assignment. The school principal shall establish guidelines which clarify the nature and use of homework as assignments to improve school achievement. Late Work: Students are expected to turn in assignments and homework on time. The acceptance of late work will be at the discretion of the classroom teacher and communicated to students during the first week of class. Make-up Work  The student shall be permitted to make up missed assignments due to excused absences outside of class under reasonable conditions and time limits established by the appropriate teacher. There may be in-class participation activities that student’s cannot make-up. In these situations, the student’s grade may be affected because of the inability to make up in-class activities.

 A student is allowed two make-up days for each day of excused absence. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the teacher during an appropriate time to ask for make-up assignments.  Parents may request homework for extended absences of three or more days. Homework is available online (www.rainier.wednet.edu) under each teacher’s calendar or Skyward Family Access.

Bus Behavior Students at Rainier High School are expected to follow all bus behavior expectations. Bus drivers will annually review those expectations. Failure to abide by the expectations will result in progressive discipline that may include removal from the bus. Bikes & Boards Bicycles may not be ridden on school grounds. Students must secure them in the bike rack during school hours. The school assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to bicycles. The law requires that bicycle helmets be worn at all times. Skateboards, longboards, rollerblades and roller-skates are not to be used on school grounds; if brought to school, they need to be stored. Students riding on campus will have them confiscated. Cheating/Plagiarism Rainier High School educates its students for various aspects of writing and publishing. Within this framework, students must be aware of the following rules while in school or on the job.  Fabricating is, in the phrasing first used by the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, the cardinal mistake. Faking quotations, faking "facts," reporting things that did not happen is not only reprehensible; it could be actionable in court. All work must be your own original work. Understand that you must credit the source if you use the ideas, words or information. Plagiarism is never acceptable.  Plagiarizing, as defined by Webster, is "to steal and pass off as one's own the ideas or words of another." It is unethical and - in cases involving creative work - usually illegal. One of the worst mistakes a student may commit is to

5 plagiarize from a creative professional - to steal his words, thoughts or story outline and print it as his own.  Cheating is using resources prohibited by the teacher on assignments or tests. Providing answers to someone during a test or allowing someone to copy your work will also be considered cheating. Do not even give a reason to believe that cheating might have taken place. Any student caught cheating by giving or receiving prohibited information on an assignment or examination may be given no credit for the work and may face further discipline. Avoiding plagiarism: Indiana University Writing Lab Avoiding plagiarism: Purdue University Writing Lab Paraphrasing examples from Purdue University Dances Dances will take place periodically throughout the year. Dances will end at 11:30pm. The doors will be closed one hour after the doors open. Any student leaving the dance will not be allowed to return. There will be 1 guest allowed per student. Guests must be a high school student in good standing at their high school. Guests who do not attend high school will not be allowed without prior approval. Guest passes must be submitted one week prior to the dance. Display of Affection Students are to display appropriate conduct at school and school-sponsored events. Excessive displays of affection are not permitted. Allowed touching is holding hands only. No kissing or other types of embraces are allowed. Dress Code Students will wear neat, clean and appropriate clothing at school and school-sponsored activities. School staff will restrict extreme styles of clothing, hair, cosmetics and jewelry or appearances that disrupt school or pose a safety hazard. The shaded portion of this figure represents front and back views. These parts of the body must be covered in all positions (sitting, standing, bending, reaching) while attending school:

Your head:  Hats, bandanas or other head covering must be removed while in the building between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM  Sunglasses are not permitted

Your torso:  Spaghetti strap tank tops, cotton ribbed tank tops and tube tops are not allowed unless covered by a shirt  No bare midriff clothing Shorts cannot be shorter  Low cut shirts are prohibited than 5” above the knee and will be addressed on an Skirts cannot be shorter individual basis than 3” above the knee Your legs: 6  Pants must be secured at the waist. Pants are not to be bagging or exposing shorts, boxers or underwear  Shorts cannot be shorter than 5” above the knee  Skirts cannot be shorter than 3” above the knee Your feet:  All students must wear shoes No slippers Other Guidelines:  No Spandex (or similar) clothing  Clothing that has a vulgar or offensive message, sexual connotation or references that use alcohol, tobacco, drugs or gang affiliation will not be permitted.  Metal chains, heavy chokers and/or dog collars will not be permitted.  No undergarments should be showing at any time.  Blankets are not to be worn to class.

Electronic Equipment Electronic Equipment is at teacher’s discretion and appropriate etiquette is necessary. The school takes no responsibility for damage or theft to electronic equipment brought to school. It is recommended that these items be left at home.

Cell Phones Cell phones are allowed at school as long as they are not a distraction to the learning environment. Classroom use will be up to the discretion of each teacher. Students failing to comply will be subject to classroom discipline. Repeated offenses will be referred to administration. Using phones or other recording devises to take pictures or videos is strictly prohibited without the permission of teachers or staff. Students may use their phones during lunch. Fines Fines will be charged when a student loses or damages school equipment, property or materials. Semester report cards will not be sent home unless fines and fees are cleared by the office. Students with fines will register last for classes. Guidance Services The guidance counselor provides assistance to students with such concerns as suitable course selections, vocational choices, schedule changes, personal problems, college information, scholarship applications and other problems that might need discussion with a concerned adult. To sign up to see the counselor, stop by the counseling office before or after school, at lunch or during flex. Students should not leave class to see the counselor unless your teacher has confirmed the counselor is available or you have been called out of class by the counselor. Graduation Requirements All RHS classes and other graduation requirements required for graduation must be completed by the last day of senior finals in order to participate in graduation ceremonies. Courses taken outside of RHS must be completed and documentation provided to the counseling office by June 1st. Verification of passing grades for running start and skills center must be provided to the counseling office by the last day of senior finals. Seniors must be in good standing to participate in the senior trip and all fines must be paid prior to the trip or you cannot attend. 7 Hall Passes All students must have their planner signed by a teacher to be outside the classroom or a signed pass with the date, time and location. Students must use their own planner. No Borrowing. Hallways The hallways will be closed to students during lunch. Lockers Lockers are the property of Rainier High School and may be inspected at any time by school authorities. Students are expected to treat lockers with care. They are to be kept neat and clean and free of materials that are in poor taste or damage the finish of the locker. No decorations should be placed on the walls around the lockers. No trash is to be stored in lockers. All student belongings must be stored inside your locker, not on the hallway floor. All lockers will be assigned a lock. If you lose the lock there is a $6 replacement fee. PE locks can be purchased in the office for $6. All locks used in the building must be purchased from Rainier High School. Medication & Illness at School If you become ill while at school, ask your teacher for a pass to the office. The office staff will evaluate your condition and determine appropriate action. All accidents should be reported to the teacher in charge immediately. Parents will be notified of all injuries that occur at school. The office cannot dispense any medication that is not approved by your parent/guardian/physician. Forms are available in the office and in most doctors’ offices. Parents must bring all necessary paperwork and medication to the office with necessary approvals. Parking Lot In keeping with the school board policy governing the use of cars by students during school hours, the following regulations have been adopted. 1) Students must possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance in order to drive a motorized vehicle on the Rainier Campus. 2) Students must fill out a registration form including: make-model-year-color-license number of vehicle or vehicles and a photo copy of driver’s license and current proof of insurance. It is the student’s responsibility to update their vehicle registration forms. 3) If cars are parked in a fire or handicap zone, they will be towed at owner’s expense. Students are not to block the entrances or exits of the parking lots, driveways, or loading zones. 4) There is to be no student parking in reserved parking areas or visitor parking spaces. There will be no warnings for students parking in reserved areas. Students who park in reserved areas will be placed at the Second Violation level. 5) In cooperation with the City of Rainier there is to be NO STUDENT PARKING along the streets bordering Rainier High School. 6) When parking in designated student parking areas, students are to follow proper parking procedures. These include parking between lines, pulling into parking spaces forward (not backing in), and occupying only one parking space. The owner of the vehicle will be responsible for all charges that may be incurred in the towing and impounding process. 7) Consequences for student parking violations are: First Violation - Warning; Second Violation – $10.00 parking fine; Third & Succeeding Violations – Revoking parking privileges and will result in vehicle being towed at the student’s expense and/or student suspension. 8) Speed limits are 20 mph in a school zone and 10 mph in parking lots. 9) Students are not permitted to ride in the back of trucks while on school property as it can endanger their safety.

8 10) The parking lot is off limits during the school day and at lunches. If it is necessary to go to your car during the school day, you must have permission from the office and obtain an office pass. Planners All students are required to have a planner. Each student will be provided the first planner free of charge. Students who need an additional planner will be charged $5. Posters All posters need to be cleared with the ASB advisor prior to hanging in the school building. Use of paint and / or glitter is prohibited. Snow Days Rainier School District is now partnering with SchoolReport.org to provide updated information and improved service. As soon as a decision is made regarding a delay or closure, information will be updated on the RSD SchoolReport.org page and local media outlets will be notified. Individuals and families can also sign up to receive email notifications at the same time as the TV and radio stations and a notice will be posted on RSD websites as soon as possible.

Student Awards & Recognition At RHS, we believe students should be recognized for outstanding behavior, excellent grades, perfect attendance and participation in school athletics and activities. Honor Roll: Students who earn a grade point average of 3.0 on their semester report cards will be members of the honor roll and receive awards at the awards assembly. Special distinction will be given to students who earn a 4.0, and they will be placed on the Principal’s List. Awards Assembly: At the completion of each semester, each teacher will give classroom and subject achievement awards. Honor roll awards will also be given at this time. Telephone Use In case of an emergency, students may use the phone in the office. Personal calls are not allowed in the office. Messages for students will be taken from parents/guardians or emergency contacts only and delivered during class breaks or lunch. Valuables at School The school has no insurance to cover the loss or theft of valuables. Students are cautioned not to bring valuables or large sums of money to school. Valuables should not be stored in hall or PE lockers. Vending Machines Students are not to use the vending machines during class time. They should be used during lunch. Visitors Parents are welcome to visit school. Please check in the office to sign in and receive a visitor pass. All others must make an appointment prior to arrival, with the office. RHS will not allow school-aged visitors during school hours except in emergency circumstances without prior approval.

Change/Withdrawal from Course Withdrawal fail (a failing grade) grades will be given if a student withdraws from a course nine (9) days after the semester begins. Students may change classes with parent’s permission during the 1st 4 days of the semester.

Withdrawal from School If you are withdrawing from RHS, please follow the steps listed below. 1. Request a withdrawal form from the counseling office.

9 2. Return all books and materials and get each teacher to sign off on the withdrawal form. 3. Pay all fines, clean out locker and the office will sign off. 4. Return library books and library will sign off. 5. Bring the completed withdrawal form to the counseling office. Section II Code of Conduct

Assembly Conduct  Show a positive attitude at all times.  Sit in your assigned area.  Give your full attention to the speaker.  Respond appropriately to the program.  Enter and exit in a safe and orderly way, as directed. Students who behave inappropriately during assemblies will be assigned in-school suspension during future assemblies for the rest of the semester. Commons/Lunchtime Conduct  Show a positive attitude at all times.  Sit on the seats at the table while in the commons.  Use a quiet tone of voice.  Clean up the table and floor when you are finished.  Cooperate with staff and food service workers.  Stay within the designated boundaries at lunch.  Use your manners. Outside Conduct  Show a positive attitude at all times.  Think safety—walk, don’t run.  Keep hands and feet to yourself—No wrestling.  Use the garbage can for your trash.  Cooperate with any staff member instructions.

Hallway Conduct  Show a positive attitude at all times.  Think safety—walk, don’t run.  Use inside voice, no screaming.  Keep your hands and feet to yourself.  Keep the hallway free of litter and personal belongings, NO BACKPACKS.

Computer Lab Rules & Use Privileges As outlined in Rainier School District Board Policy No. 2022 regarding digital network usage, prohibited practices include, but are not limited to, the following:  Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures.  Using obscene language, including hate mail, cyber-bullying, harassment or discriminatory remarks.  Using network resources for illegal activity, including gaining unauthorized access to resources or entities.  Attempting to damage equipment or harm data on any network, including creating, uploading or propagating viruses or other malware.  Violating copyright and other intellectual property laws. When accessing the Rainier School District network, please remember:  Access is provided for educational/professional purposes only. 10  No student or staff user should have any expectation of privacy when using the district's network. The district reserves the right to disclose any electronic message to law enforcement officials or third parties as appropriate. All documents are subject to the public records disclosure laws of the State of Washington.  Student email accounts (commercial or district) may be used for educational purposes ONLY.  Account IDs and passwords are to be used by the account owner only. The account holder may be held responsible for all account activity.  Students shall not provide personal information such as addresses or telephone numbers over the system or utilize social networking tools without explicit teacher permission and oversight.  Use resources efficiently: only print as much (or as little) as is absolutely necessary for educational purposes.  Treat district equipment (and the privilege of its use) with respect.  If you need help or run into something unexpected, please ask for assistance.  Don’t forget to log off! Rainier High School student email accounts  All student Electronic Mail (email) accounts are property of the Rainier School District. The user accepts all responsibility to understand these guidelines and the existing network use policy.  Students are recommended to check their school email daily.  Running Start & New Market students are required to check the on-line bulletin daily.  The student will be removed from the system after graduation or leaving the school district.  The primary purpose of the Google Apps for Education service is for students to communicate with school staff and classmates, utilize resources related to school assignments, and collaborate with fellow students on school activities.  Account user names and passwords can be provided to parents so those parents can monitor the account and communicate with teachers. If a parent wishes to take advantage of this, please contact the Rainier High School office.  Use of Google Apps for Education services will align with the school's code of conduct and the code will be used as needed for discipline purposes. Communication through this service will exhibit common sense and civility. Students are responsible for messages sent from their accounts. Students should not share their passwords.  Messages via the district email cannot cause disruption to the school environment or normal and acceptable school operations. Occasional and reasonable personal use of the district's email is permitted, providing that this does not interfere with the performance of the electronic mail system or disrupt the operation of the schools.  Students will report any unusual activities such as "spam" communications, obscene email, attempts by adults to lure them into dangerous behaviors, and the like to the school's technology contact for action. Students should not forward chain letters or jokes.  Students will not identify their home telephone numbers or home addresses in any email correspondence.  Electronic mail sent or received within the Rainier School District system is not confidential (see above).  Administration reserves the right to retrieve the contents of user mailboxes for legitimate reasons, such as to find lost messages, to conduct internal 11 investigations, to comply with investigations of wrongful acts or to recover from system failure.  When issues arise, the school administration will deal directly with the student and/or parents/guardians. Improper use of the system will result in discipline and possible revocation of the student email account. Illegal activities on the system will be referred to law enforcement authorities for appropriate legal action. The account may be revoked if used inappropriately.  Again, it is very important that students keep his/her username and password private and do not share either with other students. The assigned user name is graduation year followed by last name followed by first [email protected] (Example: [email protected]). User names cannot be changed.  Because Google Apps services are web based, students and parents can also access student e-mail accounts from home and public library computers.  Any user who violates these guidelines may be denied network access, depending on the severity of the infraction. School, district and/or legal sanctions may be imposed over and above any revocation of network access. Section III Discipline Procedures

It is imperative that a safe and orderly environment exists to promote learning at Rainier High School. A general set of rules exists by which students are expected to abide. Students are expected to follow all reasonable requests made by adults working within Rainier High School. In all discipline cases, a student and his/her parents are entitled to their due process rights as outlined in school board policy and state law. Classroom Discipline Policy Each teacher will have a progressive discipline policy used in his or her classroom. The rules and consequences will be posted in the room and each teacher will go over the procedures with the students on the first day of school. Students who have exhausted the steps in the classroom discipline plan will be referred to the office. School-Wide Discipline The Levels of Misconduct are designed to handle more severe infractions and out of class improper behavior; offenses are cumulative throughout a student’s school career. Level One Misconduct = Assigned Detention & Parent Call  Non-compliance with classroom discipline plan  Disruptive conduct outside the classroom  Unauthorized use of cell phone  Spitting  Using profanity  Littering  Inappropriate computer use  Parking lot infraction  Forging notes  Violating dress code  Failing to dress down for PE  Public display of affection  Excessive tardies  Failure to serve detention  Failure to follow staff instructions  Cheating – 1st offense  Lying to school staff Level Two Misconduct = ISS/ 3 day suspension & Parent Contact Prior to Return to School 12  2nd offense of Level One misconduct  Lewd gestures  Written or verbal vulgarity  Inappropriate teasing of others/bullying/harassment  Theft or property damage(misdemeanor)  Violation of closed campus  Truancy  Excessive failure to serve detention  Displays of drug/alcohol/tobacco use. Level Three Misconduct/Exceptional Misconduct = Suspension or Expulsion, Parent/Student Meeting Prior to Return to School  Second Offense of Level Two misconduct  Cheating – 2nd Offense—3-10 days  Possession or use of tobacco or electronic cigarettes—3-10 days  Fighting/Assault—3-10 days  Disrespectful to teachers or other school staff—3-10 days  Sexual Harassment—3 – 10 days (This includes pantsing other students)  Theft – 3-10 days & Police Referral (Felony)  Vandalism—3-10 days & Police Referral (Felony)  Lewd Conduct/Indecent Exposure—10 days-long term & Police Referral  Possession of Weapon – Emergency Expulsion & Police Referral  Other Criminal Activity—5 day to Emergency Expulsion & Police Referral  Disruptive Conduct that causes substantial or material disruption or obstruction to any school function or operation – 3 days - expulsion  Refusal to comply with a staff person’s directive – 3 day – Expulsion  Failure to meet adequate progress towards graduation–3 days-Expulsion If the safety of students is put at risk at any time, students may be emergency expelled pending a full investigation. During an emergency expulsion, a decision will be made to suspend, expel or reinstate within 10 days. Depending on the severity of the incident, steps may be skipped at the discretion of the Administrator. *FIREARMS AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS ON SCHOOL PREMISES: Possession of a weapon, explosive or other item apparently capable of causing bodily harm. Possession of firearms on school property will result in a one-year mandatory expulsion, subject to appeal with notification to parents and law enforcement. (RCW 28A.600.420) Students who possess firearms or air guns on district property or at school activities will be expelled. Students in possession of any object that looks like a weapon, such as a toy or “dummy” gun, knife or grenade, or any item that acts as a laser pointer, may be subject to discipline, disciplinary transfer, suspension or expulsion, as well as reporting to law enforcement. “Possession of firearms on school property will result in a one-year mandatory expulsion, subject to appeal with notification to parents and law enforcement (RCW 28A.600.420)” Any offense: will result in an immediate Emergency Expulsion, Investigation of incident, and decision for expulsion or long term suspension (LTS requires a re-admittance conference with parent/student/admin with behavior contract). Drug & Alcohol Discipline Policy Students suspected to be under the influence or in possession of drugs or alcohol on school grounds or at school activities will be subject to the following consequences: First Offense 45-day suspension and police referral The suspension can be reduced to 10 days if the student:  Participates in drug/alcohol assessment and  Fully follows the recommendations of the assessment. 13 Second Offense 45-day suspension and police referral Suspension can be reduced if student successfully completes a DASA approved treatment program Additional Offenses Expulsion Exception If the student is in possession of a substance with intent to sell or distribute, the student will be expelled and referred to police on first offense. *Students refusing to cooperate with administrators will be considered to be under the influence or in possession of drugs/alcohol. *The above offenses are cumulative throughout a student’s school career.

Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying of Students or Staff (HIB)

Rainier School District is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, volunteers and patrons, free from harassment, intimidation or bullying. “Harassment, intimidation or bullying” means any intentional written, verbal, or physical act, including but not limited to one shown to be motivated by any characteristic race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or other distinguishing characteristics, when the intentional written, verbal, or physical act:

 Physically harms a student or damages the student’s property; or  Has the effect of substantially interfering with the student’s education; or  Is so severe, persistent or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment; or  Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of a school.

*Any person wishing to report harassment, intimidation or bullying may do so using the Rainier School District HIB reporting form available in all school offices and the counselors’ offices.

Section IV Attendance Procedures

Washington state law mandates that students attend school. Attendance records become a part of a student’s file. It is the philosophy of Rainier School District that regular attendance is essential for students to be successful. When a student is absent it is impossible to gain the same degree of learning that he/she would experience through group involvement in the regular class. Regular attendance also has value in the sense that it teaches personal responsibility and commitment to one’s work, which establishes habits and patterns that prepare the student to become a successful adult. Excused absences include: 1. Temporary illness or injury. 2. An absence resulting from participation in a work/study program, field trip or athletic competition under the supervision of the school. 3. An absence which is approved by an administrator of the school.

14 4. Extended absences due to physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. Documentation from the care provider is required. 5. An absence which occurs when the student is in the custody of court or law enforcement authorities. 6. Emergency, serious illness or death in the family. 7. Medical and dental appointments which cannot be scheduled outside the regular school day. Documentation from care provider is required. 8. Extremely inclement weather. 9. Participation in religious observances. 10. School suspensions. 11. Preapproved college visits and job shadows. Prearranged Absences Prearranged absences include such things as interviews with college admissions officials, interviews with career employer representatives, job shadows, special family activities, and extenuating circumstances determined by the principal [or designee]. Such absences that are not prearranged will not be excused. Students must complete a pre-arranged absence form (available from the Main Office).  Failure to complete the form prior to the absence will result in an unexcused absence  Forms are to be signed by all of student's teachers  Forms are to be returned to and approved by a school administrator Prearranged absences will only be excused with teachers and administration signatures. To Excuse an Absence A parent or guardian must call the Attendance Office, 360-446-2205, on the day of the absence. Failure to do so will result in an unexcused absence. At this time, the parent must state the reason for the absence. Note: Although only absences falling under the above list will be deemed as excused, it is essential for parents to notify the attendance office. Any failure to contact the school within two days of the student returning will result in student absences being moved to truancies. Tardies Teachers are responsible for monitoring tardies as a classroom management issue. Excessive tardiness may be referred to the administration for consideration as a discipline problem. A tardy of 10 minutes or more will be considered an unexcused absence. School Notification Concerning Unexcused Absences The Attendance Office will attempt to make a telephone call concerning each class period missed, unless the absence has been excused. Makeup Work for Absenteeism 1. Students with excused absences must make arrangements with the teacher to make up the work. The amount of time for completing makeup work is at the teacher's discretion. Work assigned prior to the absence is due on the original date or immediately upon return as per the teacher's expectations. Work assigned while the student is absent will be due as per the arrangement between the teacher and student. 2. Students with prearranged absences will be held responsible for all class information they have missed. It is recommended homework or projects that occur during a prearranged absence be submitted to the teacher in advance, on the original due date, or immediately upon return. Please check with your teacher for his/her expectations.

15 3. Makeup work for students with unexcused absences will be at their teachers’ discretion. 4. Students who are truant will receive a grade of zero for all grades recorded during the period of the truancy. Nonetheless, students are responsible for the material covered during the absence. Truancy Truancy is an unexcused absence that is not sanctioned by a parent or guardian. Consequences for Truancy  First truancy-Conference with administrator, verbal warning, and parent contact.  Second truancy-One day suspension and parent contact.  Third and fourth truancy -Conference with administrator, three day at home suspension and parent contact.  Fifth Truancy-Conference with administrator, attendance contract, five day at home suspension and face-to-face conference with parent prior to student returning. Any subsequent unexcused absences may result in progressive at home suspensions or expulsions. Closed Campus and School Hours School hours are from 8:25 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The building is open to students from 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. unless the student is involved in a supervised after school activity.

RHS is a closed campus. When students come on campus, whether walking, dropped off by parent or riding the bus, they must stay on campus until the end of the school day unless excused through the office. Students will not be excused to leave campus at lunch to get food from a store or food establishment. Parents must be present to check out their student at lunchtime. Students leaving campus without being excused from the office will receive detention for the first offense. Subsequent offenses will result in a 3 day suspension. If a school activity starts some time after school, students must leave campus and come back at the starting time of the activity unless supervised by an adult.

Participation in Extra-curricular Activities A student must be in attendance all day attending regular classes on the day of practice/competition/activity to participate, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE. Students who have medical appointments must clear those appointments with the principal or athletic director prior to the absence in order to participate that day.

Students who are excused from PE for medical reasons by a physician or parent are not allowed to participate in athletic practices or competitions for that day or time period.