Sandusky High School "Home of the Blue Streaks"
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Sandusky High School "Home of the Blue Streaks" 2130 Hayes Avenue -- Sandusky, Ohio 44870 Main Office: (419) 984-1068 Guidance Office: (419) 984-1083 Attendance Office: (419) 984-1090 Fax: (419) 621-2751 https://www.scs-k12.net PRINCIPAL Mr. Eric Talbot ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS Mr. Todd Peugeot Mr. Colin Irish ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR Mr. Shawn Coakley SCHOOL COUNSELORS th th th Mrs. Kristina Davis, Director – 10 Grade and 11 & 12 (Last Name L-Z) th th th Mrs. Babe Sidoti-Palmer – 9 Grade and 11 & 12 (Last Name A-K) MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR Mrs. Jackie Andrzejewski STUDENT SERVICES COORDINATOR Dr. Jamie Biecheler COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS COORDINATOR Dr. Richard Koonce GLOBAL INTERNSHIP COORDINATOR Mrs. Brandy Bennett GREAT LAKES VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS COORDINATOR Mrs. Rosalyn Shepherd This Agenda belongs to: Name: ______________________________________ Grade: _______ Homeroom: _________ -1- The policies and regulations outlined herein were approved by the Sandusky Board of Education, in July 2020 and carry legal status as determined by state statute. Section 1 - Introduction 5 The S.H.S. Alma Mater 5 FOREWORD 6 Letter from the Principal 7 SANDUSKY HIGH SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY 8 SHS CONTACT LIST 9 Identification of Children Who Are Gifted 9 Section 2: School Information 10 Sandusky High School School Calendar 10 Academic Reference Facts 13 SHS Grading Scale 13 Honor Roll Requirements 13 Athletic Eligibility Requirements 13 Ohio State Tests Requirements 13 Academic Awards Day 14 Career Tech Program Recognition 15 Agenda Privileges 15 Parental Responsibilities 15 Section 3 - Attendance Policies: 16 Re-admit Policies and Procedures: 16 Daily Attendance Procedures 18 Section 4 - Dress Code & Campus Wear Policy 19 Substitute Teacher 22 Adult Visitors 22 Student Visitors 22 Gifts 22 Hall Traffic and Double Stairwells 22 Posting Of Signs Or Posters In School 22 Automobile Registration 22 Parking Regulations 23 ID Cards 23 Locks and Lockers 23 Telephone (School Phone) 23 Valuables 23 Lost and Found 24 Work Permits 24 Cafeteria Policies 24 Optional Breakfast 24 Library Media Center (LMC) 24 Section 6: Academic Information 26 Academic Varsity Letter 26 Academic Dishonesty 26 Earning a Sandusky High School Diploma 27 Honors Diploma 27 Final Grades 27 Schedule Changes 28 Early Graduation Guidelines 28 Commencement 28 Course Fees 28 Section 7: Health, Safety, and Security Information 30 Health Services 30 COVID-19 30 -2- Emergency Medical Authorization Form 30 Health Center 30 Administration of Prescription/Non-Prescription Medication 31 Guidelines for Medication Summary 31 Communicable Disease Controls 31 Physical Exams 32 Emergency Procedures 32 Tornado Warning 32 Fire Drills 32 Search and Seizure 33 Video Cameras on Transportation Vehicles: 33 Video Cameras in Buildings 33 School Resource Officer Program 33 Section 8: Athletics, Clubs & Organizations 35 Participation Requirements 35 ATHLETICS 35 Eligibility 36 Varsity Sports 36 Student Organizations 37 Student Offices 37 Class Officers 37 Class Advisor 38 Class Dues, Fees, and Fines 38 Class Fundraisers 38 Order of Elections 38 Sandusky High School National Honor Society 39 Sandusky High School National Technical Honor Society 39 Section 9 - Conduct and Disciplinary Information 41 Student Code of Conduct 42 Disciplinary Rules and Regulations 42 Student Behavior and Discipline 43 Level I – Offenses: 43 Corrective Action 43 Level II – Offenses: 44 Corrective Action 44 Level III – Offenses: 44 Corrective Action 45 Level IV – Offenses 45 Corrective Action 45 Types and Procedures of Disciplinary Penalties: 46 Aiding and Abetting 46 Assembly Procedures and Conduct 46 Attendance at School Dances 46 Book bags 46 Academic Dishonesty (Plagiarism) 47 Classroom/Hallway Behavior 47 Coercion 47 Demonstrations & Dissent 47 Disruption of the School Program 47 Drugs and Alcohol Abuse Policy 48 Electronic Devices 50 Fighting 50 Fire Equipment 51 Foreign Substances 51 Forgery, Falsification, or Misstatement of Facts or Other Information 51 -3- Fraternities and Sororities 51 Gambling 51 Gangs 52 Harassment 52 Inappropriate Conduct 52 Inappropriate Physical Contact or Threat on a Student or Authorized Visitor 53 Inappropriate Physical Contact or Threat on a Teacher or School Employee 53 Inappropriate Physical and/or Verbal Conduct 53 Insubordination 53 Line of Sight 53 Littering 53 Lock Down Drill 54 Lockers 54 Misconduct Away From School 54 Profane, Vulgar or Improper Language or Gestures 54 Public Display of Affection 54 Removal From Class 54 Repeated Violations 54 Revocation of Driving Privileges 55 Revocation of Work Permit 55 School Bus Conduct 55 Sexual Harassment 56 Smoking or Use of Tobacco Products (or like products, vaping, e-cigarettes) 56 Snowballs 56 Social Media 56 Tardiness 56 Penalties for Tardiness: 57 Technology - Computer Access 57 Technology Penalty 58 Theft, Unauthorized Removal, Damage, or Destruction of School Property or Private Property 58 Trespassing 58 Truancy 58 Weapons 58 Corrective Actions 59 Detention 59 Saturday School 59 If a student misses Saturday School: 60 Behavior Intervention Assignment (B.I.A.) 60 Disciplinary Removal 61 Emergency Removal 61 Suspension 62 Expulsion 63 Section 10 - Conduct Rules for Extra-Curricular and Co-Curricular Activities 64 Extra-curricular Violations: 64 Use of Drugs or Alcohol 64 Use of Tobacco (or like) Products 64 All other behavior unbecoming of a Sandusky student 65 School-Sponsored Clubs and Activities 65 High School Athletic Eligibility 65 Extracurricular Information: 66 Athletic Equipment 66 Non-School-Sponsored Clubs and Activities 66 Non-School-Sponsored Publications 66 Conduct of Students Representing the School 66 -4- Section 1 - Introduction The S.H.S. Alma Mater All hail the Blue and White. Keep them forever bright. In love and praise unite, for Sandusky. Pride in thy Victories, Love for thy memories, Time cannot alter these, Sandusky High. May friendships never fade, That in thy halls are made. May dreams of youth there laid ever come true. Deep is our love for thee, Faithful and true we’ll be, One in our loyalty, Sandusky High “All Hail the Blue and White”, Sandusky High School’s Alma Mater, was composed in the spring of 1934. The words were written by Ruby Barrett, then a member of the faculty of Sandusky High School, to be sung to the tune of an old folk song called “How Can I Leave Thee”. The tune was suggested by the late William E. Didelius, an alumnus of the high school. -5- FOREWORD This student handbook was compiled to inform both the student and the home of the rules, regulations, and policies of Sandusky High School. A thorough review of this booklet will do much to help students adjust to their daily school routines. The parents will recognize the necessity of the student handbook in terms of the size of our high school organization. The faculty and administration hope that the student handbook will serve to promote a spirit of mutual cooperation between the school and the home, making the students’ educational goals more easily attainable, because every student has the opportunity and responsibility for his/her own learning and behavior. I have read the Sandusky High School Student Handbook and have discussed it with my child. We fully understand the rules, expectations and consequences. ________________________________ Parent/Guardian _______________________________ Student __________________ Date -6- Letter from the Principal August 27, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students, As we enter the 2020-21 school year, I am excited about the opportunities that are here for you at Sandusky High. We strive to maintain the excellence in education that has been established previously. Sandusky High School has long been recognized as one of the finest comprehensive secondary schools in the state of Ohio. We look forward to working with you to continue that tradition and to see that all of our students maximize the educational opportunities provided by our community. Being here every day and on time is an essential part of success here at SHS and in life. We ask for your cooperation in keeping absenteeism and tardies to a minimum. The Student Handbook will once again be incorporated as part of the Agenda. The handbook is designed to inform students and parents/guardians of policies, procedures, and services available at Sandusky High School. The Agenda is a daily planner that will assist each student in developing organizational skills that will lead to academic success. Please read the Student Handbook together and do not hesitate to contact us with questions or concerns. The mission of Sandusky High School is to graduate students who are equipped to become productive, responsible members of society. We encourage students to strive for academic excellence and participate in the arts, athletics, and the many clubs and organizations we have to offer. Parental support is an important facet of a child’s education. Please plan to become involved in the Sandusky High School experience. Feel free to visit the school or contact our teachers, guidance counselors, or administrators if you have any questions or concerns. Respectfully, Mr. Eric Talbot Principal -7- SANDUSKY HIGH SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY Sandusky High School reflects the standards, desires, and concerns of the diversified community that supports it. As one of the primary assets of the community, it provides learning opportunities and methods of attaining stability for all people with the community. The curriculum meets the current and changing