Student-Parent Handbook 2021-2022
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Attendance……………………………………………………...Mrs. Amy Wurst Bookkeeper……………………………………………...……Mrs. Krystal Cross Lunch Program…………………… ………………………….Mrs. Melanie Kyle Parking Permits……………………………………………....Dr. Ernest Mackins Renaissance…………………………………………………..Mrs. Ashley Hanks Mrs. Jennifer Moore ROTC………………………………………………………Lt. Col. Percy Dingle Master Sgt. Willie Bolden Saturday School…………………………………………………Mr. Brad Fulton Scholarships…………………………………………………..School Counselors School Counselors…………………………………..….Ms. Sarah Finley (A-F) Mr. Drew Hirak (G-M) Mr. Eric Vallecillo (N-Z) School Nurse………………………………………………...Mrs. Juli Galloway School Yearbook……………………………...…………..Mrs. Danielle Bowker Secretary……………………………………………….…….Mrs. Ami Gambrell Senior Sponsors………………………………….…….….…Mrs. Louise Meinte Mrs. Lindsey Wade Student Council……………………………………….……Mrs. Jennifer Rogers Success Academy……………………………………………….Mrs. Dee Brown Textbooks……………………………………….……………….Mr. Matt Wurst Title IX Coordinator……………………………………..……..Mr. Drew Hirak Transcripts……………………………………………….……Mrs. Heather Cox Work-Based Learning……………………………………………Ms. Dee Brown
BELTON-HONEA PATH HIGH SCHOOL 11000 BHP Highway Honea Path, South Carolina 29654
2021-2022 STUDENT-PARENT HANDBOOK
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Did you know? If you need help…………………………………………………………………………………………….2 Table of Contents …………………………………………………………………………………………………………...3 Vision, History, Motto, Colors, Alma Mater, School Spirit…………………………………………………………………4 Administration, Office Staff, Guidance Services, Faculty and Staff, Cafeteria ……………………………………………5 Athletic coaches, Important Phone numbers, Bell Schedule………………….……………………………………………..6 Health, Counseling, Parent Portal, Student Records, Parent-Teacher Conferences…………………………………………7 Course Change Policy, Grades and Reports, EOCEP …………………………………...………………………………….8 Retake Policy, Unit Recovery, Promotion and Graduation, Diploma Requirements…..…………………………………...9 Exam Policy, Rules for Library…………………………………………………..………..………………………………10 Registration Fees, Textbook/Workbook Fee Regulations, Accident Insurance…………..…………………………….....11 Student Council, Extracurricular Activities and Organizations, Eligibility .……………………………………………....12 Athletics, Renaissance...………………………………………………………………………………...…………………13 Attendance, Lawful Absences, Unlawful Absences...... ……………………..………………….……….14 Test Make-up Policy, Saturday School, Early Dismissal …………………………………………………..…….………..15 Lockers, Lost and Found, Cafeteria, Visitors, Telephones, Bus Policy, School Closings ...……………………………...16 Parking and Driving……………………………………………………………………..………………………………....17 Board Policy, Equal Opportunity, Student Rights and Responsibilities…..………………………………………………18 BHP Rules and Guidelines……………….………………………………………………………………………………..19 Student Search/Seizure, District Technology……………………………………………. ……………………………….20 Dress Code, Student Conduct at BHP Events..…………………………………………………….……………………...21 OSS, ISS, ASD……………………..……………………………………………………………………………………...22 Code of Conduct………………….……………………………..…………………………………………………...... 22-24 Discipline Ladder………………………………………………………………………………………………………24-28 2020-2021 School Calendar…………………………………………………………………………………………….….25 2020-2021 A/B Schedule …………………………………………………………………………………………….……26 Covid-19 Appendix………………………………………………………………………………………………………..27
The Mission and Vision of
Belton-Honea Path High School
Mission: Belton-Honea Path High School is a learning environment that equips our students academically, socially, and emotionally to become responsible citizens who are prepared to meet the college and career challenges of the
future.
Vision:
Preparing our students to be responsible, contributing citizens for a better tomorrow.
Collective Commitments We will…
Deliver relevant, engaging, challenging and differentiated instruction and resources to ensure success for all students through a rigorous, viable curriculum Provide academic, behavioral, and social/emotional supports in a safe and respectful environment Hold high expectations for student achievement and character by guiding students to make responsible choices for their lives and their learning Embrace technology to educate students to become responsible digital citizens Provide our students with opportunities in academics, arts, athletes, extracurricular activities and career and technical programs Engage our community to promote success for all HISTORY Belton-Honea Path High School was completed in the summer of 1966 at a cost of $1,300,000. Renovations and additions have been made to the facilities in 1967, 1987, 2003, 2014, and 2018. The school is fully accredited by the South Carolina State Department of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. BHP offers a variety of courses of study for both college and career readiness. SCHOOL MOTTO SCHOOL COLORS Quid ermus nunc fiemus. Red and Blue (What we shall be, we are now becoming.)
ALMA MATER Our Alma Mater proudly stands And guides us on life’s way. We’ll honor her in all we do And to her name be true. Our colors we will always cheer, The Red and Blue hold dear. Our Alma Mater, BHP All praise and glory to thee. Tune: The Navy Blue and Gold
SCHOOL SPIRIT An important characteristic of the students of Belton-Honea Path High School is pride. BHP is a beautiful school with a well–trained faculty, modern equipment, and a lovely location. Each student should be proud of our school and do his/her part in keeping it the best school in the state. Our true school spirit and cooperation with each other strengthens our pride for Belton-Honea Path High School as each year goes by. Remember: BHP is what we make it! ADMINISTRATION Mary Boarts………………………..Principal Brad Fulton…….……….Assistant Principal Ernest Mackins…………..Assistant Principal Jody LeCroy……………Athletic Director Matt Schult………………Assistant Principal
OFFICE STAFF Krystal Cross……………………….Bookkeeper Ami Gambrell………………………Secretary
GUIDANCE SERVICES Heather Cox……...……………...Registrar Eric Vallecillo………………..School Counselor Amy Wurst……...Guidance/Attendance Secretary Sarah Finley……………..…. School Counselor Tonya Locke ……Career Development Facilitator Drew Hirak…..……………....School Counselor Dee Brown………Success Acad., WBL Julie Galloway……………………………Nurse
FACULTY AND STAFF John Ballenger Social Studies Jacob Lethco Special Education Michelle Barker Teaching Assistant Brittanie Manning Math Rebecca Belt Teaching Assistant James Martin Special Education William Blackston PE Jeremiah Martin ISS Willie Bolden ROTC Louise Meinte English Danielle Bowker English Krystyna Meyer Academic Assistance JonMichael Brock Band Dawnyelle Moore Art Kimberly Carpenter English Jennifer Moore Math Darcy Crenshaw Foreign Language Alysha Sudduth Theater Sherri Dalton Math Cristy Nickel English Mercedes Dean Library Assistant Bart Parson PE Anthony DiCarlo Math Noah Powell English Brianna DiCicco Math Heidi Pruitt Media Specialist Percy Dingle ROTC Andrew Reeves Math Ann Dorriety English Brian Roach Social Studies Katie Epps Special Education Chris Rogers PE Sharon Epps Teaching Assistant Jennifer Rogers Science Cyndy Epting Science Kayla Rogers Science Taylor Fernandez PE Jennifer Simpson Science Valarie Flowers English Ricky Simpson Social Studies Rebecca Fulk Science Johnny Sloan Teaching Assistant Cristie Guest Special Education Kevin Smith Business Ashley Hanks Business Maureen Stevens Social Studies DeeAnn Hartnup Computer Lab Stephanie Stone Foreign Language Melissa Henderson Chorus Chris Strickland Social Studies Stephanie Hughes Math Russ Tysl Business Rachel James Teaching Assistant Cindy Vaughn Teaching Assistant Andrew Jenkins Science Lindsey Wade Math Kristen Johnson Math Josh Wade Instagrad Josiah Jones Art Beth White English Cody Jordan Social Studies Eric Wilson Ag. Ed. Craig Joyner Science Richard Windham Social Studies Deion Latimer Ag. Ed. Kim Wood Special Education Michael Ledbetter Spanish Teresa Wood English Allison Lee Special Education Ben Woody Ag. Ed. Matthew Wurst Freshman Coordinator
CAFETERIA CUSTODIANS Melanie Kyle, Cafeteria Manager William Bowie, Kenneth Coleman Patricia Bagwell, Tina Ellison, Helen Epps, Judy Gambrell, Kim Linda Washington, Vicki Craft Honicutt, Beverly Jones, Kay Lollis, Tammi McClain Darryl Pruitt, Christina Davis Tina Reece, Timmi Taylor, Kristy Treadwell 2021-2022 BHP Athletic Coaches Athletic Director – Jody LeCroy Assistant Athletic Director – Matt Wurst Fall Sports Offered Head Coach Spring Head Coach Football Russell Blackston Baseball Steve Williams Volleyball Kirsten Jeanes Softball Jared Jennings Cheer Stephanie Cooley-Hughes Boys Track Caleb Stephenson Boys Cross Country Caleb Stephenson Girls Track Jennifer Dulin Girls Cross Country Sam Patterson Boys Tennis Andrew Reeves Girls Tennis Andrew Reeves Boys Golf Chris Rogers Girls Golf Tessa Gambrell Boys Soccer Sam Patterson Girls Soccer Sarah Finley Winter Head Coach
Boys Basketball Russ Tysl
Girls Basketball Eric Vallecillo Wrestling Chris Strickland
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
BHP Main Office ...... 864-369- 7382 BHP Main Office Fax ...... 864-369- 4011 District Two Bus Office ...... 864-369- 4037 Counseling Office Fax ...... 864-369- 4033 Athletic Office...... 864-369- 4430 Band Office ...... 864-369- 4456
BHP BELL SCHEDULE
7:30-8:00 – Students may enter the school building 8:00 – Morning CTC buses leave 8:00 – Tardy bell rings for school to begin 8:00-8:20 – Breakfast in Home Room and Announcements 8:25-9:55 – 1st Block 10:00-11:30 – 2nd Block 11:35-1:35 – 3rd Block 11:55 – Afternoon CTC buses leave
11:35-12:05 – First Lunch 12:10-12:40 – Second Lunch 12:45-1:15 – Third Lunch 1:40-3:15 – 4th Block (Announcements come on at 3:10) General Regulations All BHP students are expected to adhere to the regulations and general rules outlined below.
HEALTH Students who are ill before they leave home should not come to school. It is the desire of the school to do all that is possible for students who become ill during school hours. A nurse is available to assist students with minor cuts, scratches, aches, and pains. Students who are too sick to remain in class must be sent home and parents are expected to provide transportation. The school nurse will determine if a student is too sick to remain at school. A parent may come and check out their student otherwise, however, the absences will be unexcused. Students who are dismissed from school due to illness will not be allowed to participate in an extracurricular activity that day, unless approved in writing by a doctor. Students taking prescription medication or over-the-counter medication must leave it with the nurse. All medications, prescriptions and over-the-counter, require a signed doctor’s statement in order for the school nurse to administer the medication to the student. Over-the-counter medications must have a signed parent’s statement giving the nurse permission to administer the medication to the student. Over-the-counter medications must be provided by the parent. COUNSELING Through an organized program of special services, the Counseling Department seeks to use all facilities of the school and community to help the individual student to understand himself, to explore and develop his abilities to the fullest capacity and to make the kind of choices that will put him well on the way to becoming a well-rounded individual adequately equipped to move from school to work and meet life’s problems. Typically, a school counselor will be in the office during all periods. If counselors are unavailable when a student comes to the Counseling Office, he or she should leave his or her name with the secretary, and she will send for him when a counselor is available. Registration procedures include parents’, teachers’, and counselors’ approval of courses chosen by the students. Therefore, no change should be needed by the majority of students. Absolutely no change will be considered to secure a particular teacher or for personal convenience.
POWERSCHOOL PARENT PORTAL Parent Portal is a powerful, easy-to-use, secure communication tool connecting teachers and parents. Using Pearson’s PowerSchool student information system, the Parent Portal allows collaboration to improve student achievement. Up-to-date, online access to grades, homework, and attendance makes it easier for parents and teachers to accurately monitor, identify and accelerate student progress. If you would like to use the portal, you must come to the main office of the school to obtain a username and password. In order to ensure security, please bring a valid driver’s license or state-issued identification. STUDENT RECORD POLICIES 1. Information from a student's permanent record is not released except (1) by prior consent of the parent/legal guardian or the student, if 18 years old and having left school, or (2) as directory information (for publicity and educational uses approved by the Board of Trustees) — name, address, honors, and attendance. Transcripts will be mailed by request to other secondary schools when students are transferring to that school. No transcripts will be sent unless all BHP accounts are clear. 2. A fee of $1.00 will be charged for each transcript made after a student has graduated, or has been out of school 1 year or more. Student must sign a request for transcript before the transcript may be released. The transcript request form may be downloaded from the school website.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES Parents are encouraged to keep up with the progress of their son or daughter. Teachers have a planning period that can be used to confer with parents about the student’s progress. Appointments can be made with the individual teacher or through the counseling office.
RULES CONCERNING COURSE CHANGES AND DROPS The new South Carolina Grading Scale Policy mandates that students who have permission to withdraw from a course may do so without penalty only if they meet the following timeline: the first day of enrollment will be used as the baseline, and students who withdraw from a course within three days in a half credit course, and five days in a full credit course. Requests to drop a course after the above timeline has expired may be considered only if there are extenuating circumstances, and the circumstances are reviewed by a committee composed of the student, his parents or guardian, guidance counselor, and the principal. The principal will make a final determination in such cases. If the course is dropped, the student will receive a grade of “50” for the course and receive a WF. The student does not receive credit for the course. GRADES & REPORTS The report card will reflect the specific numerical value, as well as the corresponding letter (alpha) grade by using the following numeric-letter grade brackets: 100 - 90/A, 89 - 80/B, 79 - 70/C, 69-60/D, below 59 and below/F. The South Carolina State Grading System will be used to calculate student GPA’s and rank in class.
At the close of each nine-weeks, students will receive a report card with a numeric grade from each of his or her subject teachers. In addition to report cards, the school will use partially or totally the following procedures in notifying parents concerning the academic progress, conduct, and attendance of their children: progress reports, scheduled parent conference, examples of academic work sent home to be inspected and signed, parent-teacher conference night, telephone calls or notes to parents, emails, and parent visitation to the school. The lowest grade given for a course at the end of the year will be a 50 which equals a 0.0 GPA. EOCEP The Education Accountability Act of 1998 requires end-of-course examinations (EOCEP). The examinations count 20% of the students’ final grade in the following courses: Algebra I, Intermediate Algebra, Biology 1, English II, and US History and the Constitution. RETAKE POLICY In CP classes, 4 retakes on tests will be offered to students per nine weeks in each class. Teachers may choose to offer more retakes in CP level classes at their discretion. Students qualify for the retake within 5 class periods as long as
they have completed the corrective action required by the teacher. The higher of the two grades will be used as the reported grade. AP and Honors courses are not required to offer retakes.
FINAL EXAM POLICY Final examinations be given at the end of each course and will count 20% of the final grade. The final grade for a course will be determined by averaging the two 9 weeks’ grades and the final exam for that course. No exams will be given outside the set exam schedule without administrative approval. Other than a medical emergency, students may not have an early dismissal during an exam period.
Senior Final Exam Exemption Students may exempt final exams under the following conditions: (1) They have paid all fees. (2) Seniors with an “A or B” average for a full credit course and no administrative referrals in that class may exempt the cumulative final exam; seniors with an “A or B” average for a half credit course and no administrative referrals in that class may exempt the final exam. UNIT RECOVERY Unit Recovery is offered throughout the year for failed coursework for any subject that is available in Edgenuity. Unit Recovery is in addition to regularly scheduled classes. Upon successful completion of the unit recovery prescription, the student’s nine weeks failing grade will be adjusted to a grade of 60 in PowerSchool. All major unit tests must be taken with the unit recovery Lab Coordinator. If the student does not successfully complete the prescription, the student’s failing grade will remain in PowerSchool. Questions concerning unit recovery should be directed to the student’s classroom teacher.
CREDIT RECOVERY Students who fail a course with a final average of 51 or higher or failed due to excessive absences and had an original final grade of 51 or higher, will have the opportunity to participate in Credit Recovery for that course if it is offered. The course will be presented in our online course platform, Edgenuity. Students will be required to complete the course in its entirety with a final average over a 60. Upon completion, a grade of a 60 will replace the previous earned grade during the school year. Summer Credit Recovery is offered in two sessions. A student may take one course during each section. Each session lasts 8 days, 8:00 am -1:00 pm, and includes a required Saturday. PROMOTION AND GRADUATION POLICY The student will be eligible for promotion if he/she successfully completes the pupil achievement criteria and promotion standards prescribed by Anderson County School District Two. These include the following: 1. A “10th grader” shall mean any student who has successfully completed six units of credit which includes a minimum of one language arts unit and one mathematics unit. 2. An “11th grader” shall mean any student who has successfully completed ten units of credit. The student must have completed a minimum of two language arts unit and two units in mathematics. 3. A “12th grader” who is a diploma candidate must have successfully completed a minimum of 16 units of credit and must be enrolled in all courses necessary to complete state board of education requirements for graduation. The minimum number of units required for a 12th grade students to be enrolled at BHP is five units in 1st and 2nd semester combined. Seniors must work toward and attend all five units in which they are enrolled in order to remain a student at Belton-Honea Path High. 4. In order for a student to participate in graduation exercises, the student must have the required credits at the end of the year and attend all graduation practices. STUDENTS WHO FAIL REQUIRED COURSES AND ARE SHORT CREDITS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CEREMONY. 5. In order for a student to be eligible for valedictorian and salutatorian, he/she must have completed 15 quarters of high school work, must have attended BHP for a minimum of 11 quarters, must be a member of the senior class, and must have the highest and second highest GPA’s, respectively. The grade calculations for these honors are completed at the end of the third nine weeks of the senior year. 6. In order for a student to graduate at the end of the junior year or as a 1st semester senior grad, the student, along with their parents/guardians, must sign an agreement after a conference with the principal and guidance director prior to the start of that school year. 7. Honor graduates are the top 6% of the senior class.
8. Marshals are the members of the junior class who are the top 6%. Honor marshals are the four marshals with the highest academic averages. In order to be eligible for marshal, a student must have attended BHP for a minimum of 7 quarters. Grade calculations are completed at the end of the third nine weeks of the junior year.
EVERY SENIOR MUST PAY A $10.00 GRADUATION FEE. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Language Arts………………………………….…….4 units Mathematics……………………………………….…4 units Science………………………………………...……..3 units United States History………………………….……...1 unit Economics……………………………………………1/2 unit American Government……………...... 1/2 unit Other Social Studies (World Geography, World History Psychology, European History)...…….1 unit Physical Education or AFJROTC………………….....1 unit Computer Science………………………………….…1 unit Foreign Language or Occupational Ed…………….....1 unit Electives……………………………………………....7 units Total 24 units
RULES FOR LIBRARY All students are encouraged to visit the library often for their informational needs. The library is equipped to provide books and computer sources for course requirements and for personal interests. The following guidelines ensure that the library serves students well. ● Students must have a purpose for coming to the library, and they must conduct themselves in a quiet and respectful manner. The library is not a place to hang out or socialize. Food, drinks, candy, and/or gum are prohibited. ● Students must have a signed pass to come to the library. The pass must state the purpose for coming to the library, the date, and the time. ● Students must also sign in and out at the circulation desk. ● Books are checked out for a two-week time period, and five books may be checked out at a time. Students may renew their books no more than three times if needed. However, students are encouraged to return materials as soon as they are finished with them so that the materials are available for other students to use. ● Students with overdue books will not be allowed to check out additional materials until they return or renew the overdue materials. ● A late fee of 5¢ per day will be charged for overdue books. If a student damages a book, he/she will be responsible for the entire cost of the book. Students will not be able to check out more materials until all overdue and/or damage fines are paid. ● Computers and printers are provided in the library for accessing online information and processing information for assignments. However, students are not allowed to use computers for games, personal email or social media. Using proxy avoidance software or accessing web sites unrelated to school assignments may result in the loss of computer privileges and/or referral to an administrator for discipline. The printers in the library are to be used for printing school- related information only. Students will be charged $1.00 per page for printed items that are unrelated to school assignments.
REGISTRATION FEES Every student will pay a $35.00 registration fee. Additionally, a prepaid non-refundable device protection premium of $30.00 is required annually for all middle and high school students. Some classes require additional fees that will be collected by the subject teachers. A fee will be charged for all returned checks. Only cash will be accepted after May 1 for indebtedness to BHP.
TEXTBOOK, WORKBOOK, AND FEE REGULATIONS 1. The State Board of Education provides the majority of textbooks used at Belton-Honea Path High School. These books are state-owned and are provided at no cost to the students. Textbooks not provided by the state are rented. Workbooks and other consumable supplies are to be purchased by the student. 2. Students moving or withdrawing from school should return all books issued in order to clear their records. Transcripts will not be mailed to other schools unless the student's record is clear. 3. It is recommended that you cover your textbooks with a book cover. Do not use one that sticks to the book. 4. Do not leave your books in the hall or in unlocked rooms at school. 5. Money collected for abused books, in the form of fines, is retained by the school and deposited into the textbook activity fund to cover lost books for which the school is unable to collect. Textbook coordinators and teachers are encouraged to use good judgment when levying fines - if marks are minor and can easily be erased or whited out, do it or encourage the student to do it. The recommended fine schedule is as follows:
DAMAGES % COST OF BOOK 1. Torn pages ...... 25% 2. Damaged cover...... 25% 3. Ink or Pencil Marks Minor ...... $1.00 per page Major ...... 25% 4. Loose bindings - due to apparent abuse ...... 50% 5. Minor water damage (no mildew) ...... 50% 6. Missing pages ...... 100% 7. Obscenities - drawn or written ...... 100% 8. Damages that prevent re-issue (including ANY mold or mildew) ...... 100% 9. Missing bar codes (if applicable) ...... 100% If a student pays for a book in full, he/she is entitled to keep that book.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE Each year students are offered accident insurance. It covers the insured on the way to and from school and during school activities while under supervision of a faculty sponsor with the exception of athletics. Since the doctor and hospital charges vary considerably depending on treatment administered, in most cases the benefits will not cover the entire cost. Any additional cost will be the responsibility of the parent or guardian. Neither Belton-Honea Path High School nor District Two is responsible financially in any way. The insurance is available with 24-hour coverage for twelve months. All accidents must be reported to the nurse within 24 hours. Students must complete the Accident Insurance form and carry a standard form to the doctor or hospital. All insurance claims must be mailed to the insurance company within 90 days. Insurance is provided for school-related field trips through the student activity fee.
STUDENT COUNCIL A Student Council Association, composed of Student Council Officers, Class Officers, and Class Representatives carries out the democratic process of representation for Belton-Honea Path High School students. The Student Council maintains membership in both the South Carolina Association of Student Councils and the National Association of Student Councils. It exists for three major reasons: to improve relationships between the administration, faculty, and student body; to supervise and encourage extracurricular activities; and, perhaps most important of all, to exercise leadership in building a true school spirit and in learning to live productively in a democracy. Copies of the Student Body Constitution are available from the advisor. STUDENT BODY OFFICERS 2021-2022
Noah Murph...... President Emma Thomas...... Vice President Addison Church………………………………..…...Secretary Maggie LeCroy …………………………………Treasurer
STUDENT COUNCIL SERVICES The Student Council provides a variety of services for the students and school throughout the year. These include helping with registration and Parent/Teacher Nights, sponsoring charitable drives, and conducting school elections. Student Council funds are used for the overall improvement of student life at BHP. They are used to pay for such items as state and national association membership fees, flowers for funerals of students' family members and hospitalized students, charitable donations, beautification of buildings and grounds, S.C. workshops and conventions, and school supplies.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES & ORGANIZATIONS Extracurricular activities are necessary parts of school life that should be supported by students and faculty. Students are encouraged to become involved in their school. A variety of clubs are offered so that each student should be able to find a club that he or she can enjoy. In order to prevent overloading students with too many activities within a school year, the following regulations have been approved. These restrictions apply only to positions held at Belton-Honea Path High School and will not prohibit those individuals from running for or holding office at the district, region, state, and/or national level. It is recommended that a student may not hold more than one of the following offices: Student Council President Keywannette President National Honor Society President FFA President Beta Club President Editor of the Yearbook
As new clubs are organized, consideration will be given as to whether to add their Presidents to the above list.
One individual can only receive one honor in each category (voted and judged): Judged Category: Overall Class Beauty, Miss BHP, Mr. BHP. Voted by students Category: Homecoming Queen, Winterfest King, Miss ROTC, Prom King and Prom Queen. Before elections are held, it is the responsibility of the teachers in charge to make sure that the candidates are eligible for an office or contest.
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT HANDBOOK Please refer to the BHP Athletic Handbook, which is posted on the school website for all athletic policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements.
RENAISSANCE Founded two decades ago, The BHP Renaissance Educational Foundation is an initiative that strives to recognize students who excel in academics, citizenship and attendance through quarterly incentives and scholarships. The program is like an honor roll, identifying students quarterly for incentives and lunch as well as recognizing students who have maintained perfect attendance and a GPA of 4.45 or greater. In the Renaissance “Courtship of Eagles” symbol, one eagle represents education and the other, business. Renaissance is about the eagles of education and the eagles of business coming together as one for the country. Through our Renaissance program, Belton-Honea Path High School will recognize, respect and reward those students who: 1. Demonstrate their value education by improving/excelling in their academic performance. 2. Exert a wholesome influence on others by being exemplary models of good behavior and citizenship. 3. Exhibit school pride through their words, actions, and deeds. 4. Take advantage of their educational opportunities by having an outstanding attendance record.
In order for students to receive Renaissance incentives, rewards, and/or awards, they must return confirmation notices to one of the sponsors. Failure to return confirmation notices will result in loss of awards. Confirmation is required to participate in Evening of Excellence in May.
The following criteria is used to determine eligibility:
Academics Platinum Card recipients must achieve a GPA of 4.85 Gold Card recipients must achieve a GPA of 4.45-4.849 Red Card recipients must achieve a GPA of 4.05-4.449. Blue Card recipients must achieve 1200+SAT, 27+ACT, 120+PSAT and/or National Merit
Behavior/Citizenship No In-School Suspensions or Out of School Suspensions.
Attendance No more than three unexcused absences by the end of Quarter 1. No more than four unexcused absences by the end of Quarter 2.
If for any reason you feel you were left off of renaissance list please email one if the renaissance sponsors. (Jennifer Moore, Ashley Hanks)
BHP ATTENDANCE POLICY To maintain full-time status at BHP High School or the Career and Technology Center, students must be enrolled and attend school regularly. Students who are absent 10 consecutive days will be removed from active student status and dropped from the rolls. ● A Perfect Attendance award will be given to students with no tardies or absences to any period of any class. ● All students attending the Career Center must adhere to the attendance policy at the Career and Technology Center. ● Absences fall into two categories: Lawful and Unlawful.
LAWFUL ABSENCES 1. Illness – An illness that is certified by a doctor's statement is a lawful or excused absence. We encourage the scheduling of doctor’s appointments, when possible, at times that would not interfere with school. Medical statements must be presented within 5 days following the student's return to school. AN ILLNESS NOT ACCOMPANIED BY A DOCTOR'S STATEMENT WILL BE AN UNLAWFUL OR UNEXCUSED ABSENCE. *Doctor's excuses and other documentation that would justify lawful absences to school will not be accepted beyond the last day of student attendance. 2. Serious Illness or Death in the Family - When there has been a serious illness or death in the student's immediate family, and the student has been absent as a result of either of these, then the absence(s) will be excused or lawful. The principal may require evidence in addition to a parent/guardian statement. A statement from the parent/guardian must be presented within 5 days following the student's return to school. The excuse must list the date(s) of absence, the reason(s) for the absence, and must be signed by the parent/guardian and dated on the day the student returns to school. 3. School Function or Activities - Student absences for activities that are school-related will be excused or lawful. 4. Religious Holidays of Their Faith - Students may be excused for religious holidays of their faith when these holidays fall on a school day(s). The principal reserves the right to require evidence in addition to a statement from a parent/guardian.
UNLAWFUL ABSENCES 1. Students who are willfully absent from school without knowledge of their parents. 2. Students who are absent from school without acceptable cause with the knowledge of their parents. 3. Absences for which a student fails to provide to the school a valid excuse within the acceptable 5 day time frame. This could include absence(s) for medical reasons if not accompanied by a doctor's statement. It could also include absence(s)
for religious holidays unless adequately documented as determined by the proper school official. If an excuse is not returned within the proper time frame, the absence becomes unexcused. 4. Parent notes may be turned in for record but will still be considered unlawful or unexcused absences.
CONSEQUENCES FOR UNLAWFUL ABSENCES Attendance Intervention Plans - The law requires school districts to develop an intervention plan after a certain number of unlawful absences. This plan requires contacting the parents to determine the cause(s) of the absences and developing a plan for improved attendance.
Credit Denial - Credit will be denied for students who accumulate more than 10 unexcused absences in a full credit course and 5 in a half credit course. The student will receive a grade of 50 (F).
Attendance is calculated for each class individually. Tardies and early releases can result in an unlawful absence from the missed period. The same documentation requirements apply to tardies and early releases as lawful/unlawful absences.
ALL STUDENTS MUST TURN IN NOTES TO THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE FOR EVERY ABSENCE, REGARDLESS OF THE REASON. Notes should include student's full name, date, date of absence, parent's signature, and reason for absence. ALL NOTES FOR ABSENCES INCLUDING DOCTOR'S STATEMENTS, LEGAL STATEMENTS AND PARENT NOTES MUST BE TURNED IN WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYS. This rule as established y the State Board of Education does not apply to cases of extended or chronic illnesses that are certified by a physician and/or absences due to emergency conditions that are approved by the principal as excusable.
If a student is absent from school for more than one-half day, he/she will not participate in practice or a contest without the permission of the school administrator.
On the day that a student returns from a one- or two-day absence, he/she is responsible for the day's assignment. He/she will not be excused from that day's classwork and/or assessments, either oral or written, simply because he/she was absent the previous class period. Therefore, students should contact their classmates/teachers and find out their homework assignments.
EARLY RELEASE AND LATE ARRIVAL IN A STUDENT’S SCHEDULE IS A PRIVILEGE GRANTED TO SENIORS ONLY AND ONLY IF THE SCHEDULE WILL NATURALLY ACCOMMODATE THE REQUEST. STUDENTS FAILING REQUIRED COURSES FOR GRADUATION WILL LOSE THEIR LATE ARRIVAL AND EARLY RELEASE PRIVELIGES.
TEST MAKE-UP POLICY Students who miss a regularly scheduled test for a teacher must make arrangements with the teacher to schedule a make-up test. Students should arrange with the teacher a day to make up the test and then report to the teacher that day. Students may, at the teacher's discretion, make up a test before school up until 8:00 a.m. or after school. All tests must be made up within five (5) school days following the absence. Students who are not provided the opportunity to make up a test within the 5-day make-up test period should notify an administrator or counselor immediately.
SATURDAY SCHOOL At the end of each semester, BHP will offer students who have exceeded the allowable amount of unexcused absences the opportunity to make up the state required seat time by attending Saturday School. It is the student's responsibility to determine his or her need for Saturday School. Saturday School will run from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. and will cost $5 per class period (90 minutes). Students should report to the front office between 7:50 and 8:00 a.m. NO STUDENT WILL BE ADMITTED AFTER 8:00
a.m. Students should bring their Chromebooks, workbooks, writing materials or something to read with them. They will be working on assignments or reading while they are at Saturday school. All school rules will be adhered to including the school's dress code and electronics policy.
EARLY DISMISSAL POLICY A written request should be made to the office for an early dismissal. Only valid requests will be approved. These notes must contain the reason(s) for the dismissal, a local telephone number where the parent can be reached, and must be signed and dated by the parent/guardian. The student is to give the note to the front office secretary or the attendance clerk. Excuses for early dismissal will be verified by the administration/attendance office. Personal business is to be taken care of after school hours and is not considered a valid excuse for early departure. STUDENTS WILL BE MARKED ABSENT IN CLASSES MISSED. Students’ early dismissals will not be honored if the parent/guardian cannot be contacted. It is suggested that parents call in advance and notify the attendance office. Students who drive to school must sign-out in the front office before leaving campus. Parents/guardians who are picking up students for early release are required to sign the student out in the front office. WE WILL NOT DISMISS STUDENTS FROM THE OFFICE AFTER 2:30 P.M. EXCEPT FOR MEDICAL APPOINTEMENTS AND EMERGENCIES.
LOCKERS Students will be issued a school locker upon request to administration. Students enrolled in physical education, and athletes will receive lockers from their physical education instructor or coach. Lockers should never be "jammed" with any article or shared with other students and should always be locked when not in use. Students should not give out their combinations to other students. THE SCHOOL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR VALUABLES THAT ARE LEFT IN ANY STUDENT'S LOCKER. ALL VALUABLES MUST BE LOCKED IN A P.E. LOCKER.
LOST AND FOUND The main office is the area designated for lost and found articles. Anyone who finds a lost or misplaced article should take it to the main office and leave it with a secretary or an administrator. Students looking for lost possessions should check with the main office during lunch or before and after school. Students should first search the area where the article was lost before coming to the office. If lost and found articles are not claimed within a reasonable time, they will be discarded. CAFETERIA The cafeteria is designed to provide the student body and faculty with daily balanced, nutritious meals. Extra milk and additional items are also sold in the cafeteria. Conduct in the lunchroom should be above reproach. Courteous behavior toward one another is expected. Students are encouraged to deposit money in advance to their accounts. Students with a lunch account deficit of $8.00 or more will receive an alternate lunch until their debt is paid.
VISITORS Students are not to bring visitors to school. South Carolina law specifies that any visitor who comes on a public school campus must report to the administrative office immediately and is subject to search and seizures law under Act 373 of 1994. All visitors must sign-in at the front office and must wear a visitor's badge while on campus.
TELEPHONES All telephones are business phones, for office use only. Students cannot and will not be called to the phones. MESSAGES WILL NOT BE DELIVERED EXCEPT IN CASES OF AN EMERGENCY. SCHOOL TELEPHONE NUMBER: Main office 369-7382; 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday BUS POLICY School buses are provided to transport students who live one and one-half miles or farther from the school. Those who ride must conduct themselves properly at all times — loading, traveling, and unloading. Anyone who violates the bus rules or who is involved in misconduct may lose his or her right to ride the bus. There is no eating or drinking at any
time on the buses. Standing is not permitted on school buses. Students may ride only the bus assigned to them and get on and off at their regular stop. However, if a student must ride another bus, the student must bring written permission from parent or guardian and have it approved by the Bus Supervisor or an administrator at his/her school before he/she can ride the bus. If a student rides without permission and gets hurt, the insurance is not valid. Only District Two students (K-12) are permitted to ride state school buses and be covered by insurance in case of an accident. Bus riders are required to go directly to their bus or report to the bus holding room by 3:20pm.
SCHOOL CLOSINGS In case of inclement weather, delayed openings, or other emergencies, this information will be announced over the following radio and television stations: WRIX, WESC, WMYI, WSSL, WLOS channel 13, WSPA channel 7, WYFF channel 4. PARKING/DRIVING To drive a car to school, you must complete the Alive At 25 or Arrive Alive at Macintosh Driving pay registration fees, sign a parking registration form, obtain a BHP parking permit, observe safety and parking rules, and sign a parking policy. Those failing to do so will not be permitted to drive a car to school. The following rules and all regulations stated in the parking policy must be obeyed and observed at all times: 1. Drive at a safe speed. No spinning of wheels or reckless driving. The speed limit is 10 mph on campus. 2. Park car immediately upon arriving in a designated parking area. Students shall park in areas that have been designated for them and exit vehicle upon arriving to school. The two first full rows in the parking lot are designated for seniors only. 3. Students are responsible for the vehicle's contents and are subject to search. Students will face disciplinary action if illegal substances (drugs, drug paraphernalia, weapons, alcohol, etc.) are found in the vehicle. Disciplinary action may result in suspension and/or expulsion. 4. Students should not loiter in parking lot after school. All drivers must exit campus by 3:30 p.m. unless involved in a supervised after school activity. 5. Anyone in the parking lot during the school day without permission from an administrator will be suspended and will lose driving privileges permanently. 6. The school is not responsible for the safety of any car. Therefore, it is recommended that students lock their cars. 7. Parents are asked to notify the office if they wish to remove a car from the parking lot. 8. Parking permits must be displayed as directed by the administration. 9. CTC students (morning and afternoon) driving from BHP to the CTC school should report directly to the CTC. Also, BHP students driving from the CTC to BHP should report directly to BHP. Any student who stops, goes home, etc., will be subject to discipline, loss of driving privileges or both. 10. Students must be classified as a 10th, 11th or 12th grader and must be passing all courses to ride or drive to the CTC. 11. Parking/driving violations may result in suspension or loss of driving privileges or both. Multiple/repeated violations or driving while driving privileges are suspended may result in loss of driving privileges for the remainder of the school year. 12. Reckless driving on campus will result in permanent loss of driving privileges for the year. 13. Students are required to pay a parking fee. This is waived the first year students take Alive At 25 or Arrive Alive. 14. After the first week of school, students who do not already have a parking pass, will not be permitted to park in the student parking lot until one has been purchased. 15. Students traveling to and from the CTC must travel on Docheno Road and Belton Highway only. Students are not allowed to use Clamp Road while traveling to and from the CTC. 16. Students who ride to the CTC with another student must have their CTC Rider Pass with them or they will not be permitted to enter the student parking lot.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT DRIVER TO NOTIFY THE SCHOOL OFFICE AND CALL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS IN CASE OF ACCIDENT OR VANDALISM.
ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT TWO CODE OF CONDUCT BHP Administration and faculty will follow Anderson School District Two Code of Conduct to promote an environment conducive to learning. It is the responsibility of students and parents to know and respect the policies, rules, and regulations. All BHP students are expected to adhere to regulations outlined in the code of conduct as well as the general school regulations and guidelines listed below. BOARD POLICY A copy of school district board policy is available in the school library, online, and in the district office. The student /parent has rights as defined in the school board policy.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The School District Number Two of Anderson County does not discriminate in admissions or access to its educational programs, nor in the treatment of its applicants for employment, nor in any of its programs and activities, nor does it use any other unlawful criteria such as age, race, sex, handicap, religion, or national origin in its dealings with employees, students, or the general public. Title IX The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces, among other statutes, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX protects people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive Federal financial assistance. Title IX states that: No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
Drew Hirak, Title IX Coordinator ([email protected]) 864-369-7382 11000 Belton-Honea Path Highway Honea Path, SC 29654
Lester McCall, District Title IX Coordinator ([email protected]) 864-369-7364 10990 Belton-Honea Path Highway Honea Path, SC 29654
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Our school believes that students have the right to take part in all school activities on an equal basis regardless of race, sex, color, creed, religion, disability, national origin, or economic and social background. The goal of Belton-Honea Path High School is to provide a quality education to all our students in an environment that is safe and free from discrimination. As a student, you have a responsibility to make the most of the opportunities offered at school, to be aware of the school's rules and regulations and conduct yourself accordingly, to make constructive contributions to our school, to appreciate others' points of view, and to contribute to the maintenance of an appropriate learning environment by respecting other persons and their property. Should you ever feel that your rights or the rights of other students are being taken away unfairly, you should report the matter to a teacher, guidance counselor, or a member of the administration immediately. All student concerns will be treated with respect, and the concerns investigated as appropriate. Our school believes in an "Open Door" policy, and members of the teaching and administrative staff are available to discuss with students matters of concern and relevance to school environment. We welcome your comments. The board prohibits acts of harassment, intimidation or bullying of a student by students, staff and third parties that interfere with or disrupt a student’s ability to learn and the school’s responsibility to educate its students in a safe and orderly environment whether in a classroom, on school premises, on a school bus or other school-related vehicle, at an official school bus stop, at a school-sponsored activity or event whether or not it is held on school premises, or at another program or function where the school is responsible for the student.
For purposes of this policy, harassment, intimidation or bullying is defined as a gesture, electronic communication, or a written, verbal, physical or sexual act reasonably perceived to have the effect of either of the following. • harming a student physically or emotionally or damaging a student’s property, or placing a student in reasonable fear of personal harm or property damage • insulting or demeaning a student or group of students causing substantial disruption in, or substantial interference with, the orderly operation of the school Any student who feels he/she has been subjected to harassment, intimidation or bullying is encouraged to file a complaint in accordance with procedures established by the superintendent. Complaints will be investigated promptly, thoroughly and confidentially. All school employees are required to report alleged violations of this policy to the principal or his/her designee. Reports by students or employees may be made anonymously. The district prohibits retaliation or reprisal in any form against a student or employee who has filed a complaint or report of harassment, intimidation or bullying. The district also prohibits any person from falsely accusing another as a means of harassment, intimidation or bullying. The board expects students to conduct themselves in an orderly, courteous, dignified and respectful manner. Students and employees have a responsibility to know and respect the policies, rules and regulations of the school and district. Any student or employee who is found to have engaged in the prohibited actions as outlined in this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion in the case of a student or termination in the case of an employee. Individuals may also be referred to law enforcement officials. The district will take all other appropriate steps to correct or rectify the situation. BHP RULES AND GUIDELINES
1. When arriving to school in the morning students will follow these guidelines: a. Doors will be unlocked to enter the building at 7:30 am. b. Arrival locations i. Bus Riders will report to the cafeteria. ii. Car Riders will be dropped off at the main office and report to the gymnasium. iii. Student Drivers will immediately exit their vehicles and report to the auditorium porch. c. The 1st morning bell will ring at 7:55 am and students will report to their homeroom by 8:00 am. d. Any student who rides to the career center with another student must have their “CTC Rider Pass” or they will not be allowed to enter the student parking lot. 2. Students are considered on campus as soon as they arrive on school property. All students must have administrative approval to leave campus. Any student who fails to be dismissed by the administration will be subject to disciplinary action. A student is under the jurisdiction of the school from the time he/she arrives on campus until he/she leaves. 3. Everyone should be in his or her class before the tardy bell each period. 4. Any student leaving a classroom must have a pass from his/her teacher. 5. Students are not be permitted to get another student out of class. 6. Running in the halls is prohibited. 7. During lunch, students must remain in the cafeteria. Students may use restrooms in the cafeteria only. If a student wishes to visit the library during their lunch time they can get a note from the administrator on duty in the cafeteria. 8. Selling or distributing items of any kind is prohibited unless approved by the administration. 9. Gambling on campus is prohibited. Any display of gambling is subject to disciplinary action. 10. Students must adhere to the following rules concerning the gymnasium/auxiliary gym/auditorium/weight room/locker rooms: ● No students are allowed in above areas any time, unless under the supervision of a teacher or administrator. ● No food, drink, candy, or gum is allowed in the above areas. ● Only gym shoes are allowed on playing surfaces.
11. Students are responsible for all their possessions and should keep these items secure at all times. Students should not bring large sums of money or valuables to school. BHP is not responsible if valuables or possessions are left unattended or not secured. 12. Members of the student body should show pride in their school. Part of this pride should be treating the property with care. Students who destroy school equipment and/or property will be required to make restitution to the school district for all costs in labor and material. Possible suspension, expulsion, monetary fines, and/or criminal prosecution may be consequences for acts of vandalism. 13. Participation in threats, inciting a fight, fighting, or videoing/sharing fights via social media are prohibited and will result in suspension and/or recommendation for expulsion. 14. Hallway Rules a. Hats, Hoods, and Earbuds/headphones are prohibited at all times in the hallways. Consequences will be reported to administration and follow the Hallway Violations category in the discipline ladder. 15. Personal Communication Devices (PCD) ● All PCDs are permitted before school (until 8:00 a.m.), during class change, during lunch in the cafeteria, and after school (3:15 p.m.); otherwise, PCDs must be out of sight. ● Students may not use personal electronic devices to access and/or view websites that are inappropriate or blocked at school. ● Students are prohibited from using their PCDs to capture, record or transmit the word/sounds (audio) and or images (pictures/videos) of any student, district employee or other persons in the school while attending a school activity without written prior consent from administrators. (Board Policy JICJ) ● Students are prohibited from using cell phones/PCDs in hallways, restrooms, locker rooms. Any student who violates the above policy will be held to the phone violation policy in the code of conduct. 16. Personal protection devices such as pepper spray, mace, stun guns, etc., are not permitted on campus. 17. Alcohol and any tobacco product, e-cigs, vapor cigarettes, or related paraphernalia are not permitted on school grounds. 18. The state of South Carolina Law 16-23-430 states that it shall be unlawful for any person to carry in his possession, while on any school property, a knife, blackjack, pipe or pole, firearms, or any other type of weapon, device or object which may be used to inflict bodily injury or death. Violation will result in suspension and a recommendation for expulsion. 19. Engaging in the unlawful possession, distribution, sale, purchase, manufacture, use, or being under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, as defined by the state of South Carolina Law 44-53-110, could result in suspension and/or a recommendation for expulsion. 20. Sexual assault and/or activities of a sexual nature that include: comments, threats, conversations, coercion, actions, jokes, teasing, or intimidation are prohibited and may result in suspension and/or recommendation for expulsion. 21. Engaging in any other activity forbidden by the laws of the state of South Carolina when activity constitutes a danger to other students or interferes with school purposes may result in suspension and/or a recommendation for expulsion.
STUDENT SEARCHES/SEIZURE If, at any time, there is a reasonable suspicion that a student is concealing or carrying something, possession of which is either in violation of the law or of school rules, a search may be conducted. The student will be given an opportunity to voluntarily disclose the suspected property. If the student does not comply, an administrator will conduct an involuntary search in the presence of at least one other professional employee that may include law enforcement. The primary purpose of any search is the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of students, faculty, school property, and the educational process. Canine search units are on site at various times throughout the school year as a drug prevention and help maintain a safe school environment.
District Issued Technology All students in Anderson District 2 will receive a Chrome Book for use during the school year. In order to protect this in investment in the education of students in Anderson 2 the following policies and procedures will be implemented: TECH-RELATED BEHAVIOR EQUIVALENT TECH-RELATED BEHAVIOR “TRADITIONAL” EQUIVALENT “TRADITIONAL” Email, instant-messaging, Internet surfing, games, proxy site Inappropriate Behavior usage or any other off-task behavior Communication of a sexual nature Inappropriate Display of Affection Removing Case/Damaging or Defacing Device Computer Violation (No Discipline) Cutting/Pasting without citing sources Cheating Cyber Bullying Bullying/Picking Use of profanity or inappropriate language Inappropriate Language Accessing pornographic material or inappropriate files Possession of Pornographic Material Accessing files potentially dangerous to network Vandalism/Technology Policy Violation Students are expected to bring their devices fully charged every day. Students without a fully charged device are considered unprepared for class. DRESS CODE Student dress and appearance are an important part of the environment. Each student is expected to exercise wise judgment and forethought concerning dress. The dress and appearance of the student body creates an impression of Belton-Honea Path High School and should be a compliment to the community. All students will be expected to adhere to the following guidelines and limitations. These guidelines represent the best interest of students, parents, teachers, and school leadership.
All students will be expected to adhere to the following guidelines and limitations. These guidelines represent the best interest of students, parents, teachers, and the administration.
1. Shoes must be worn. Shoes that only have cloth soles (i.e. bedroom slippers, house shoes) are not permitted. 2. Pants, skirts, and shorts are expected to be worn at the proper position on the waistline. Sagging pants will not be tolerated. 3. Shorts, skirts, and dresses should be appropriately fitted for school and should not be shorter than a dollar bills length from the top of the knee cap. When skirts, dresses, or shorts have splits in the front or on the sides, the top of the splits will be used as the reference point for the length requirement. 4. Pants, shorts, and skirts cannot have holes above, or that extend above, the top of the inseam. Excessive-sized holes that meet the previous statement may still be deemed inappropriate by administration if not worn with an under-layer such as leggings or shorts. 5. Leggings and other compression-style pants must be opaque and worn with an opaque top garment or shorts, skirt, or dress that extends to the bottom of the buttocks. 6. Compression style shorts may only be worn under skirts, dresses, shorts or pants that meet the correct length requirement. 7. Clothing and accessories such as backpacks, patches, jewelry, notebooks, and tattoos must not display racial or ethnic slurs/symbols, gang affiliations, vulgar, subversive, or sexually suggestive images; nor should they promote alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs. Any article of clothing or accessory bearing the rebel flag is also prohibited. 8. Sleeveless tops/shirts must be hemmed and modest. Any sleeveless garment must have a width on the shoulder area of at least a dollar bill, and the arm opening should fit the body closely enough to cover the underarm and the sides of the
chest area. Shirts designed to sit off of the shoulder are prohibited. The shoulder area is defined as the area between the base of the neck and the end of the clavicle. 9. See-through garments and excessive display of cleavage are not permitted. (Sheer lace tops are permitted with an appropriate solid undershirt). 10. Midriffs and backs must be covered at all times. The standard used will be that no midriff is visible when the student's hand is raised above the head. 11. Undergarments should not be seen at any time. 12. Headwear (hats, sunglasses, do-rags, skullies, bandannas, hoods on sweatshirts, etc.) is not permitted to be worn on campus. 13. Hairstyles and colors that cause a disruption to the learning environment may be deemed inappropriate by administration. 14. Chains or other articles hanging from clothing are not permitted, as well as items that have potential to cause harm to one's self or to others. 15. Visible piercings are limited to the ears and nose only. Administrative discretion may be used for size or styles. 16. Face painting, or any distracting makeup will not be allowed.
School leadership will make the final judgment on the appropriateness of clothing and/or appearance and reserves the right to prohibit students from wearing any articles of clothing or other items which lead to or may foreseeably result in the disruption of or interference with the school environment. In the even school leadership determines a student’s dress is inappropriate for school in accordance with this policy, the administration will either require the student to change, request that the student be placed in ISS until a change of clothing is available or for the remainder of the school day. Students will also be informed not to wear the garment to school again. Repeated violations of the dress code will be treated as disruptive behavior and in violation of the school’s code of conduct. Defiance or refusal to change clothing and repeated offenses may result in out of school suspension.
*The administration reserves the right to make any decision pertaining to dress not covered in the above.
STUDENT BEHAVIOR AT BHP EVENTS When attending a BHP event, whether on campus or off of campus, the code of conduct applies to students. A violation of the code of conduct can result in disciplinary action that takes place during the school day including ASD, ISS, and OSS. Students may also be denied admission to all school events for up to a year. STUDENT CONDUCT AWAY FROM SCHOOL GROUNDS OR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES The board expects administrators to take appropriate action when information becomes available about student misconduct away from school grounds or school activities that may have a direct and detrimental effect on or seriously threaten the discipline, educational environment, safety, or general welfare of students, faculty, staff, and/or administrators of the district. When assessing the impact of out-of-school behavior on a district school, the administrator should take into consideration the seriousness of the alleged out-of-school offense and the protection of students, faculty, staff, and administrators from the effects of violence, drugs, and/or disruptions. See ASD2 Board Policy AR JICDA-R
OUT-OF-SCHOOL (OSS) SUSPENSION POLICY High school students are expected to behave as mature, well-mannered young adults. However, for those who are suspended from school during the year, the following criteria is to be followed: 1. When notified of a suspension, he/she should contact teachers to get the class assignments for the suspension day(s). 2. Upon returning to school, students should turn in their work to their teachers. Failure to do so will result in zeroes. 3. Tests that were missed during the suspension days should be made up according to the test make-up policy. 4. Days suspended will be excused by the office. 5. Consultations with the parents will follow the procedure outlined in the code of conduct. 6. Students who are suspended are not allowed to be on campus for any reason, including attending extra-curricular activities, without approval from the administration.
IN-SCHOOL (ISS) SUSPENSION Students assigned to in-school suspension will report to the in-school suspension room by 8:05 a.m. Students will bring textbooks, workbooks, and writing materials with them. Assignments will be provided by subject teachers. Students must complete the ISS writing assignment and other classwork during in-school suspension. No talking, chewing of gum, or other activities will be allowed. Students will not leave the room during the day except for rest room breaks and for lunch break. Students are expected to obey all rules and regulations while assigned to in-school suspension. Those who fail to do so will be subject to additional disciplinary action, including suspension from school. It should be understood that a student is assigned to in-school suspension for the entire school day. Receiving in-school suspension revokes the privilege of early release/late arrival for the day of the suspension. Students who are dismissed early from ISS will be reassigned another full day of ISS. Refusal to attend ISS will result in OSS and being assigned an additional day of ISS upon return.
AFTER-SCHOOL (ASD) DETENTION Students can be assigned to after-school detention from 3:20 pm to 4:20 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. ASD will take place in the ISS room unless otherwise posted. While in detention the rules of ISS will apply to all students. Those rules are listed on the ASD forms given to students. Refusal to attend ASD on the assigned day will result in a day of ISS.
CODE OF CONDUCT Policy JICDA / AR JICDA-R (excerpt) Anderson County School District No. Two Honea Path, South Carolina The Anderson School District Two Code of Conduct is available for Violations of such policies, rules, and regulations will result in review as part of the yearly registration process. Your electronic disciplinary actions. signature does not indicate your approval or disapproval of the Code of All District Personnel are authorized and charged by the Board of Conduct – only that you have read the Code. Paper copies are available at Trustees and the Superintendent to maintain and preserve order the front office. and discipline in their schools so that pupils may achieve their maximum educational development. The parents of the pupils in In order to ensure greater uniformity in handling student discipline, the schools of Anderson District Two are urged to read this Code following excerpt from the Code of Conduct (Policy JICDA, AR JICDA- carefully and to discuss its contents with their children. An R) adopted by the Board of Trustees, is subscribed to and will be atmosphere conducive to learning can only be maintained through enforced by the teachers and administrators of this school system by the constant cooperation between the school personnel and parents. authority of the School Board. This Code complies with the South Carolina school discipline laws. Students have a responsibility to know The School District will continue to study the problem of and respect the policies, rules, and regulations of the school and district. discipline in the schools and amend/or supplement this Code when necessary. Dress Code – Students found to be out of dress code compliance will be asked to change into appropriate attire. Students may remain in ISS until they are in dress code. Repeated violations will result in further disciplinary action. The following listing of offenses and the required or recommended dispositions are submitted for the information of students, parents/legal guardians and school personnel. Disciplinary actions will include appropriate hearings and review and the removal of a student from the learning environment will occur only for just cause and in accordance with due process of law. The following rules apply to any student under the following circumstances. • who is on the school or district property • who is in attendance at school or any school-sponsored activity, whether on or off school grounds • who is en route to and from school on a school bus or other district vehicle • whose conduct at any time or in any place has a direct and immediate effect on maintaining order and discipline in Anderson County School District Two. Disorderly Conduct – Level I • failure to carry out directions Disorderly conduct includes any activity engaged in by student(s) • use of forged notes or excuses which tends to impede orderly classroom procedures or instructional • dress code (middle school) activities, orderly operation of the school, or the frequency or • school tardiness seriousness of which disturbs the classroom or school. • other disorderly acts as determined by the local school Acts of disorderly conduct may include, but are not limited to, the authorities following. Possible sanctions to be applied in cases of disorderly conduct • loitering in the corridors, restrooms or any unauthorized area may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following. • classroom tardiness • verbal reprimand • ID badge violation (middle school) • withdrawal of privileges • cheating on examinations or classroom assignments • demerits • lying • detention • acting in a manner so as to interfere with the instructional process • in-school suspension • abusive language between or among students • out-of-school suspension Disruptive Conduct – Level II which are directed against persons or property and the consequences Disruptive conduct includes those activities engaged in by student(s)
of which tend to endanger the health or safety of oneself or others in intent to deprive others of its use the school. Some instances of disruptive conduct may overlap certain • unlawful assembly criminal offenses, justifying both administrative sanctions and court • disrupting lawful assembly proceedings. Disorderly conduct (Level I) may be reclassified as • inappropriate use of the computer disruptive conduct (Level II) if it occurs three or more times. • inappropriate verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature • possession of an electronic communication device (to include a cell Acts of disruptive conduct may include, but are not limited to, the phone, I-Pod, headphone, pager, etc.) inconsistent with Policy JICJ following. • gang activity (to include behavior, gestures, symbols, clothing • dress code violation (high school) jewelry and/or accessories) • cutting class/school • other disruptive conduct as determined by the local school • fighting • vandalism (minor) Possible sanctions to be applied in cases of disruptive • stealing conduct may include, but are not limited to, one or more of • threats against others, intimidation, bullying the following. • trespassing • temporary removal from class • abusive/inappropriate language/gestures • alternative education program • refusal to obey school personnel or agents (such as volunteer assistants • in-school suspension or chaperones) whose responsibilities include supervision of students • out-of-school suspension • possession or use of unauthorized substances, as defined by law or • referral to outside agency local school board policy (to include tobacco products, e-cigarettes, and • expulsion e-vapes) • restitution of property and damages, where appropriate, • illegally occupying or blocking school property in any way with the should be sought by local school authorities Criminal Conduct - Level III
Criminal conduct includes those activities engaged in by • theft, possession or sale of stolen property student(s) which result in violence to oneself or another's • arson person or property or which pose a direct and serious threat • furnishing or selling unauthorized substances, as defined to the safety of oneself or others in the school. These by board policy activities usually require administrative actions which result • furnishing, selling or possession of controlled substances in the immediate removal of the student from the school, (drugs, narcotics or poisons) the intervention of law enforcement authorities and/or • distribution, sale, purchase, manufacture or unlawful action by the board. possession of a controlled substance while in or within a radius of one-half mile of school grounds School administrators will contact law enforcement • threatening to take the life of or inflict bodily harm upon authorities immediately upon notice that a person is others engaging or has engaged in activities on school property or • other criminal conduct as determined by the local school at a school-sanctioned or sponsored activity which may authorities result or results in injury or serious threat of injury to the Possible sanctions to be applied in cases of criminal person or to another person or his/her property. conduct may include, but are not limited to, one or more of Criminal conduct may include, but is not limited to, the the following. following. • out-of-school suspension • use/under the influence of an intoxicant • assignment to alternative schools • assault and battery • expulsion • extortion • restitution of property and damages, where appropriate, • false alarm (ex: bomb threat, fire alarm, etc.) should be sought local school authorities • possession, use or transfer of dangerous weapons (to Nothing in this policy prohibits the superintendent or other include explosives/fireworks) appropriate district-level administrators from directly, or in • sexual offenses/harassment consultation with appropriate school-level administrators, • vandalism (major) imposing authorized disciplinary sanctions. Student conduct away from school grounds or school activities The board expects administrators to take appropriate action when information becomes available about student misconduct away from school grounds or school activities that may have a direct and detrimental effect on or seriously threaten the discipline, educational environment, safety or general welfare of students, faculty, staff and/or administrators of the district. When assessing the impact of out-of- school behavior on a district school, the administrator should take into consideration the seriousness of the alleged out-of-school offense and the protection of students, faculty, staff and administrators from the effects of violence, drugs and/or disruptions. At the conclusion of the inquiries to obtain more information on the matter, the administrator or his/her designee should take appropriate action which may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following. • returning the student to his/her normal class schedule and removing all evidence of suspension • placing the student on probation and allowing the student to resume his/her normal class schedule • placing the student on probation, allowing the student to continue • classwork, but restricting the student's participation in extracurricular activities and/or designated school activities; for example, clubs, study halls, pep rallies, student government activities and so forth • suspending the student • recommending expulsion of the student from regular school and placement in the district's alternative school • recommending expulsion of the student for either the remainder of the semester or year Discipline of students with disabilities
Note regarding special education students: Administrators must ensure that all procedural safeguards afforded to special education students are also implemented in such circumstances when a student is identified as disabled pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (hereinafter Section 504-disabled) or as disabled pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (hereinafter IDEA-disabled) Unauthorized Visitors The principal is empowered to take appropriate action against non-students who invade the building, grounds, or other school property. Such action will include the right to call in the police authorities and swear out warrants. The authority for such is Article 5, 16-551 of the South Carolina Code of Laws (Search and Seizure Law): "Disturbing school--It shall be unlawful: (1) For any person willfully or unnecessarily (a) to interfere with or disturb in any way or in any place the students or teachers of any school or college in this State (b) to loiter about such school or college premises or (c) to act in an obnoxious manner thereon; or (2) For any person to (a) enter upon any such school or college premises or (b) loiter around the premises except on business, without the permission of the principal or president in charge. Any person violating any of the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction thereof, shall pay a fine of not less than ten dollars nor more than a hundred dollars or be imprisoned in the county jail for not less than ten days nor more than thirty days. In addition, Act 373 of 1994: “Pursuant to State Law, persons entering school property are deemed to have consented to search of their person and property.”
Anderson School District Two does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or citizenship status.
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Student Discipline
Administrative Referral DISCIPLINE LADDER Breach of Conduct 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Offense Offense Offense Offense Offense Aiding others in a breach of 1 Day 2 Days 3 Day 4 Days 5 Days conduct ASD ASD ASD ISS/OSS ISS/OSS -Depends on nature of breached ISS/OSS ISS/OSS ISS/OSS conduct Assault on a Teacher OSS up to 10 days and possible RE -Notify SRO Bullying 1-3 Days 3 Days 5 Days 10 Days -Intimidation of another ISS/OSS OSS OSS OSS/RE student Cheating/Plagiarism -Student will receive a “0” on 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 3 Days 5 Days of assignment. Teacher discretion for ISS ISS of ISS OSS OSS averaging a retake Confrontation/Altercation or Threat OSS up to 10 1-3 Day 3 Days 5 Days -Any days and possible derogatory/inflammatory/profane ISS/OSS ISS/OSS OSS language used towards another RE student. Cutting Class 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days 5 Days OSS ISS ISS ISS ISS Cutting School 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days 5 Days OSS ISS ISS ISS ISS Cutting Activity (School 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days 5 Days OSS Program etc.) ISS ISS ISS ISS Dishonesty with faculty, 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 1 Days 3 Days OSS staff, and/or administration ISS ISS ISS OSS Derogatory/Inflammatory Language 3 Days 5 Days OSS up to 10 days and -Any language that is racially, OSS OSS possible RE ethnically, religiously motivated. This includes postings on social media. Disturbing School Operations 5-10 Days (SRO will be notified) OSS and possible RE Drugs (Possession, distribution or under the influence at school or OSS up to 10 days and possible RE at a school activity - Sheriff’s Office will be notified.) Failure to comply with 1-3 Days 5 Days disciplinary action (ISS) + original discipline OSS OSS
Fighting (Any fight may result in 5 Days 10 Days OSS up to 10 days with charges by the Sheriff’s OSS OSS possible RE Department.) Forging Documents 2 Days 2 Days 3 Days 5 Days 10 Days -Medical excuses -Parent Signatures ISS OSS OSS OSS OSS Hallway Violations 8-10 -Hats, hoods, earbuds/headphones 1-2 3-4 5-7 11+ Student will be told to remove the 30 Min 1 Hour 2 Hour 1 Day 1 Day items along with the LD ASD ASD ISS OSS consequence. Failure to remove Contract item will increase discipline Horseplay 1 Hour 2 Hours 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days ISS -*Outside of the classroom* ASD ASD ISS ISS Inappropriate Display Of 1 Day 3 Days 3 Day 5 Days 5-10 Days Affection or Physical Contact -PDA ISS/OSS ISS/OSS OSS OSS OSS Inappropriate Language with students 1 Hour 2 Hours 1 Day 2 Day 3 Days -Profanity used in conversation ASD ASD ISS ISS ISS -Lewd topics of conversation Inappropriate use of restroom 3 Days 5 Days 10 Days OSS facilities (Multiple students in a stall, etc.) OSS OSS With possible RE Instigating a Fight 3-5 Days 5 Days 10 Days OSS OSS OSS Leaving Campus Without Permission 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days (Can result in loss of driving ISS ISS ISS privileges) Larceny/Theft 5-10 3-5 Days OSS up to 10 days with (Student will be required to pay Days for or replace item(s). Sheriff’s OSS possible RE Office may be notified.) OSS Leaving Class Without 1 Day 3 Days 3 Days Permission ISS ISS OSS Major Disruption 3-5 Days 5 Days 5-10 Days -Determined by the OSS OSS/RE administration OSS Off Limits -In Unauthorized Area 1 Days 2 Days 3 Days -Snack/Drink Machines ISS ISS ISS -Location outside the listed note area Obscene Gesture Or 1 Day 3 Days 3 Days Inappropriate Material ISS ISS OSS Possession of Pornographic Material 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days -Possession of content containing 5 Days OSS another student or distributing OSS OSS OSS OSS material falls under Sexual Misconduct Profanity towards faculty 3-5 Days 5-10 Days OSS and staff OSS with possible RE
Recording/posting/sharing 3 Days a fight video OSS Sexual Harassment/Sexual 5 Days OSS - Up to 10 days and/or RE Misconduct OSS (Sheriff’s Office will be notified.) Tardies -Includes Homeroom and the 1-3 4-6 7-9 10-12 13-15 16+ start of each block during the Warning 1 LD 1 ASD 2 ASD 1 ISS OSS school day-Resets each semester Threatening or Intimidating Faculty Or Staff Member OSS up to 10 days and possible RE (includes electronic offenses) (Sheriff’s Office may be notified.) Underage Paraphernalia 5 3 Days 10 Days OSS and Alcohol, Tobacco, Vape Days Devices, and any related OSS possible RE paraphernalia OSS Vandalism (Student will be required to pay OSS up to 10 days with for or replace item(s) - Sheriff’s 5 Days 10 Days Office will be notified.) -Restitution OSS OSS possible RE Weapons Possession Violation OSS up to (Possession of a weapon such as a knife, blackjack, razor,, etc., at 10 days school or at a school activity - Sheriff’s Office will be notified.) with possible RE Weapons Use Violation OSS up to (Possession or use of a firearm or facsimile, or threatening to use any 10 days instrument as a weapon - Sheriff’s Office will be notified.) with possible RE * Administration will adhere to the Safe Schools Act with regards to the definition of weapon.
Administration reserves the right to alter disciplinary action for listed offenses as needed.
*Students with excessive behavioral infraction may be recommended for expulsion based on chronic disruptive behavior.
Dress Code Violations 1st offense – Student sent to ISS until clothing is in compliance. Warning (Student must comply with change of clothes). 2nd offense - Student Sent To ISS-Warning (Student must comply with change of clothes) Review 360-Parent Phone Conference 3rd offense - ISS (Student must comply with change of clothes) Review 360 referral entered as a hallway violation Additional Offenses In-School Suspension with Parent Conference
Parking Regulations Breach of Conduct 1st offense 2nd offense Parking In Wrong Space Or Unauthorized Space Warning Loss of driving privileges. Driving recklessly on school grounds Warning Loss of driving privileges
*Warnings may take place on sight the by administration or the school SRO.
PE DRESS CODE / ROTC DRESS CODE Students will be given 4 warnings for failure to dress out during each 9 week period. Subsequent violations (3+) will result in the consequences listed below.
5th 6th 7th + Breach of Conduct offense offense Offense and continuing offenses Failure to Dress out in PE/ROTC 1 Hour 2 Hours ASD 1 Day ISS ASD Administration reserves the right to alter disciplinary action for listed offenses as needed.