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Orono High School 20162017 STUDENT HANDBOOK Mission Statement: Orono High School Cultivates a Community of Respectful, Responsible and Passionate Learners This handbook is to be reviewed by every Orono High School student and their parent(s) to provide clarity about the expecations for student behavior at school and school related functions and to provide information about the school year. Within the school year, changes and/or additions to particular sections of the handbook may be necessary. Such changes will be made within this document, and students and their parent(s) will be notified. The handbook can be found on our website and through a link in our WeekinPreview, however if you a prefer a paper copy please contact the school. Please feel free to contact the school with any questions regarding this handbook at (207)8664916. Signature pages are included at the end of the handbook. They include our code of conduct, free/reduced lunch form, lap top, personal information, internet use agreement, and media release agreement forms. (It is beneficial to our school to be able to use student achievements in our marketing materials, but we obviously respect the rights of families that wish to decline this based on students being identified in public). The forms will be sent home before the beginning of the school year, and will need to be turned in to your student’s Advisor within the first two weeks of school. Orono High School 14 Goodridge Dr. Orono, ME 04473 Phone: 8664916 Fax: 8667116 www.rsu26.org/ohs 2016 2017 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Block Schedule 7:50 Warning Bell B – 1 1,2……… 8:00–9:10 [70 min] B – 1 Split Pass 8:34……..Class Starts 8:36 9:12 – 9:17 Break B – 2 3,4……… 9:19–10:29 [70 min] B – 2 Split Pass 9:53….....Class Starts 9:55 10:31 – 11:28 MUSE Block B – 3 1. Lunch 11:30 – 11:50 Class 11:52 – 1:02 For Rooms Maroon Day: 101A,101B,101C,102, 104,105, 201, 202, 204, 207 White Day: 88, 101A,101B,101C,102, 104,105, 201, 202, 204, 207 2. Class 11:30 12:00 Lunch 12:02 12:22 Class 12:24 1:02 For Rooms Maroon Day: Academic Labs, Archer, LIB, Hamel, C. Boyd White Day: Academic Labs(not Clay), Archer, LIB, Hamel, C. Boyd, Zhang 3. Class 11:30 – 12:40 Lunch 12:42– 1:02 For Rooms Maroon Day: 50,51,52,53,65A,65B(S2),70A(S2)70B(S1),85,88,GYM White Day: 50,51, 52,53,65A(S2),65B,70A,70B,85,GYM B – 4 7,8……… 1:04–2:14 [70 min] B – 4 Split Pass 1:36……..Class Starts 1:38 2:16 Bus Departure 2016 2017 Wednesday Advisory Block Schedule 7:50 Warning Bell B – 1 1,2……… 8:00–9:10 [70 min] B – 1 Split Pass 8:34……..Class Starts 8:36 9:10 – 9:15 Break B – 2 3,4……… 9:17–10:27 [70 min] B – 2 Split Pass 9:51….....Class Starts 9:53 10:29 – 11:04 MUSE Block B – 3 Class 11:06 12:16 B 3 Split Pass 11:34 …… Class Starts 11:36 Lunch/Advisory Grades 9 & 11: Lunch 12:1812:38, Advisory 12:401:00 Grades 10 & 12: Advisory 12:1812:38, Lunch 12:401:00 B – 4 7,8……… 1:02–2:14 [72 min] B – 4 Split Pass 1:36……..Class Starts 1:38 2:16 Bus Departure Orono High School Red Riots ORONO HIGH SCHOOL’S MISSION Orono High School Cultivates A Community of Respectful, Responsible, and Passionate Learners. School Colors: Maroon and White Accreditation Statement Orono High School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., a nationally recognized organization. An Accredited school or college is one which has available the necessary resources to achieve its stated purposes through appropriate educational programs. GENERAL INFORMATION EMAIL & WEBSITE The general email address for all OHS faculty is the person’s first initial, last name, followed by @rsu26.org. For example: [email protected]. Our staff directory can be found at www.rsu26.org/ohs TELEPHONE NUMBERS Main office 8664916 FAX 8667116 Guidance Office 8662319 Adult Ed 8664119 Special Ed 8667110 Superintendent 8667110 Food Service 8667110 Middle School 8662350 Asa Adams 8662151 OHS Staff Directory Principal: Reg Ruhlin Dean of Students: Samantha Runco Athletic Director: Michael Archer Administrative Assistant: Becky Kash Administrative Assistant: Kim Emerson School Counselor: Holly Gunn School Counselor: Troy Wagstaff Guidance Secretary: Heidi Clarke Math Art Christopher Libby Jessica Barnes Music Heather Holmes Terry Henry Margie Innis Jen Nash Richard Jelley Waldo Caballero Science OHS International Cynthia Clay Mackenzie Hanson Todd Hillier P.E. Health Leslie Winchester Jeff Owen Chad Kirkpatrick Leslie Boyd Mike Archer Kristen Espling English Claire Moriarty Business Don Joseph Christy Boyd Chris Luthin Library Services Emily Jackson Sanborn Jim Bulteel Special Services Erika Dixon Karen Frye Social Studies Rose Scheidt William Cowan Cathy Van Dolman Shana Goodall Steve Van Dolman Daniel Baker Alternative Education Cami Carter Dave Hamel Jon Hawley Foreign Language Christina Crocker Jae Hubbard Angela Bowen Jing Zhang VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL The school encourages the active interest and involvement of parents and citizens at Orono High School. In order to avoid interruption of the instructional program and to promote the safety of students and staff, the following procedures have been adopted. The term "visitor" applies to any person on school grounds or in school buildings who is not an employee or student of the school department. All visitors are to report to the main office upon arrival at the school. _ All visitors who wish to visit aspects of the instructional program or meet with staff members are expected to schedule those visits in advance. Teachers or other staff may not use instructional time to discuss individual matters with visitors. The building administrators have the authority to refuse entry to school grounds or buildings to persons who do not have legitimate school related business or who may disrupt the operations of the school. Student visitors: Students who wish to visit OHS are asked to have their parent(s) contact the guidance office to arrange the visit at 8662319. The high school uses a video surveillance and security system. VOLUNTEER PROGRAM OHS benefits from the gifts of time and talent of many volunteers in our school programs. Volunteers expand what is available at our school by helping with cocurricular activities, participating in the Booster Club, being guest speakers, mentors, or site supervisors for Service Learning. If you encounter a volunteer in any of your classes or cocurricular activities please extend a pleasant “hello” and appreciation for the gift of the person’s time at our school. TERMINOLOGY USED IN THE STUDENTPARENT PLANNER HANDBOOK In this planner handbook the word “parent” also means guardian; “principal” also includes designee; the term “school facilities” includes all school sponsored or approved activities whether they are held on or off school grounds. In the event that there is a conflict between this handbook and school policies, the policies will govern decisions. Everything in this handbook that applies to students 17 years of age and younger also applies to students who are age 18 and over. There are no special immunities dispensed upon a student’s eighteenth birthday. SCHOOL CALENDAR The school calendar with any updates can be found at www.rsu26.org/ohs. The online calendar highlights all school events, maroon and white days, athletics, parent teacher conferences, and school vacations. NO SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS Whenever school is canceled due to weather conditions, announcements will be made through local radio and television stations. Students are encouraged to listen to these announcements. OHS uses an automated phone call to your home, for snow days, emergencies, and community informational notices. INTERIM (PROGRESS) REPORTS Student progress reports may be sent at the midpoint of a marking period. These reports do not necessarily mean that a student is failing but that the level of work is below what is expected. Any grade of C or below signals a progress report. However, reports indicating satisfactory or excellent performance may also be sent. All freshman students will receive a progress report during the first two quarters. Parent conferences can be arranged through the guidance office or by contacting your child’s teacher. Please check Web2school regularly to view student grades. LUNCH Students are to be in the cafeteria or the outside picnic area during lunch. Students are not to be in the library and/or the parking area. Lunch is not allowed in classrooms for sanitary and supervision reasons. However, on occasion a teacher or club may request permission to hold a lunch meeting in a classroom. ACADEMIC INFORMATION The Orono High School Course Descriptions Booklet provides greater detail about academic programs and is available from both the front office and the guidance office or online. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS In order to meet minimum graduation requirements for Orono High School, students must earn at least 22 1/2 credits. One credit equals one year of a subject. OHS is in the process of designing and implementin a Performance Based Edcuation system and diploma, according to state law. GRADUATION HONORS Senior class standings are determined at the end of the third quarter of the senior year. The top ten students will be named in alphabetical order rather than in numerical order. Students who achieve an 85 average or above for their four high school years will be awarded a blue cord to be worn at graduation.