Malden High School Student & Family Handbook 2017-2018
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Malden High School Student & Family Handbook 2017-2018 1 Table of Contents Principal Letter……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………p.5 Purpose of the Handbook/ High School Mission………………………………………………………………..……….........p.6 I. General Information……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.7 Calendar for 2017-2018 Academic Year…………………………………………………………………………………p.7 Administrator Contact Information………………………………………………………………………………..........p.8 Houses…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.9 MBTA Student Charlie Cards………………….………………………………………………………………………......p.9 Student ID Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.9 II. School and Family Communication…………………………………………………………………………………………….p.10 Back to School Night………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....p.10 Parent/Guardian Conferences……………………………………………………………………………………………….p.10 CONNECT-ED Messaging System……………………………………………………………………………………………p.10 Social Media Communication…………………………………………………………………………………………….....p.10 III. School-Wide Policies…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.10 Attendance Policies……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.10 Absences and Excused Absences………………………………………………………………………………p.10 Pregnancy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.11 Tardiness………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.12 Early Dismissal……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…p.12 Absences from Class (Cutting Class) …………………………………………………………………………p.12 Vacations…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……p.12 Truancy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……p.13 School Visitation Policy………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.13 Observations for Current or Proposed Special Education Programs………………………………………p.13 Guidelines for Student Rights and Responsibilities………………………………………………………………..p.14 Discipline Information/Principal’s Discretion…………………………………………………………………………p.16 Discipline of 504 and Special Education Students……………………………………………………..p.21 Student Dress Code………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……p.22 School Cancelation and Delays………………………………………………………………………………………………p.23 Lunch Program………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.23 Personal Items……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.25 Bicycles……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.25 Prohibited Items…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.25 Use of Cell Phones and MP3 Players………………………………………………………………………………………p.25 2 IV. Academics……………………..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.26 Grading………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.26 Progress Reports and Report Cards…………………………………………………………………………..p.26 Honor Roll, High Honors, and National Honor Society……………………………………………………………p.26 Class Rank/ Grade Point Average (GPA).………………………………………………………………………………..p.27 Physical Education as a Graduation Requirement………………………………………………………………….p.28 Grade-Level Promotion………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.28 Homework Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.29 Late Work and Make-Up Work………………………………………………………………………………………………p.29 Student Supplies……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.29 Programs……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.29 Advanced Placement Program (AP) ………………………………………………………………………….p.29 English Language Learner Program……………………………………………………………………………p.30 Summer School………………………………………………………………………………………………...........p.30 Title One Services………………………………………………………………………………………………….....p.30 Supports for Promoting Academic Success……………………………………………………………..……………..p.31 Students with Disabilities and Special Education Services……………………………………p.31 504 Accommodation Plans………………………………………………………………………………….p.32 English Language Learners (ELLs)..……………………………………………………...................p.32 V. Student Activities……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.32 Code of Conduct for Student Athletes……………………………………………………………………………………p.32 Athletic Offerings…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..........p.32 Academic Eligibility for School Student Athletes…………………………………………………………………...p.33 VI. Student Safety & Health……………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.33 Emergency and Evacuation Procedures…………………………………………………………………………………p.33 On the Website (District Safety Plan).……………………………………………………………………...p.33 Physical Restraint…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.34 Medication in School……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.39 Immunization Requirements/ Medical Records……………………………………………………………….…….p.39 Physical Examination Requirements………………………………………………………………………………………p.39 Substance Abuse Prevention and Intervention Policy……………………………………………….……………p.39 Incident Report………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.42 Medical Dismissal…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.42 Counseling and Student Support Services……………………………………………………….……………………..p.43 Mandated Reporting of Abuse……………………………………………………………………………………………….p.44 Threats to Self or Others………………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.44 Search and Seizure…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.44 VII. Student Privacy and Records…………………………………………………………………………………………………...p.45 Access to Student Records…………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.45 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).……………………………………………………………..……………………….p.45 3 Parent’s/Guardian’s Right to Know………………………………….………………………………………………......p.45 Appendix A: Computer and Internet Use Policy………………………………………………………………………………p.46 Acceptable Use Policy: Malden Public Schools……………………………………………………………………….p.46 Consequences for Unacceptable Use……………………………………………………………………………………..p.47 Supervision and Monitoring…………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.48 Active Restriction Measures…………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.48 Warranties and Indemnification…………………………………………………………………………………………….p.49 Know the Cost of Your Chromebook………………………………………………………………………………………p.50 Appendix B: Definitions of Hazing, Sexual Harassment and Bullying……………………………………………….p.51 Hazing……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.51 Harassment……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………p.52 Bullying………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.53 Appendix C: Non-Discrimination and Complaint Policies………………………………………………………………..p.57 Non-Discrimination Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………..p.57 Complaint/Grievance Procedures..………………………………………………………………………………………..p.57 Appendix D: Field Trips…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….......p.59 Appendix E: FERPA Policy and Records Request Protocol……………………………………………………………….p.60 Student and Family Consent and Release Form for the 2017-2018 School Year………………………………p.64 4 Website: www.maldenps.org Dear Malden High School Students and Families, Malden High School is a unique, innovative, and engaging place to spend these formative years of your lives. We offer seemingly endless opportunities for all students, both in terms of courses of study and extracurricular activities. We are excited to have you here, and please feel free to reach out to any of the contacts in this handbook to have your questions answered about anything related to Malden High School. It is important that as students and families you review this handbook. We believe that students and families are not only our most important resource, but also our most important advocates. Reviewing this document will make you more prepared for your high school experience and more aware of the many things that Malden High School has to offer. Again, please reach out with any questions. We are here in service of our students! Sincerely, Edward P. Lombardi, Jr. Principal 5 Purpose of the Handbook / High School Mission The Malden High School (MHS) community believes in the potential of all students to learn, to grow, and to become active, conscientious participants in the 21st century global society. We believe that students learn most effectively in a safe, respectful environment that encourages diverse viewpoints, promotes critical thinking and perseverance, and establishes rigorous standards for all. We honor the diverse nature of our community, promote social awareness and community involvement, and strive to meet the needs of all students through innovative methods and continual professional development. We are committed to ensuring that MHS graduates are thoughtful, independent, purpose-driven, lifelong learners. We seek to equip all students with the skills and habits necessary to successfully navigate and contribute to our ever-changing world. Our mission here at Malden High School, in partnership with our extended community, promotes academic excellence, personal growth, and civic responsibility for all students. We want to provide the most supportive and safe educational setting that will lead to the best possible outcomes for all students. With this in mind, it is our policy to recognize, preserve, and protect the individual rights of all students through the enforcement of rules and regulations outlined in this Handbook. To ensure all families and students are informed of and understand these policies, we require that all students and their families/guardians sign and return the Student and Family Consent and Release Form located on the last page of this handbook. Parents and guardians are a critical part of the educational process we want to encourage parents and guardians to visit the school, attend events, and keep up-to-date with the academic and social progress of your child. Please contact your House Principal or Guidance Counselor with any concerns in these areas. 6 I. General Information Calendar for the 2017-2018 Academic Year Please visit our website for school specific calendars