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2018-2019 MORRIS HILLS ALMA MATER Morris Hills, in stately splendor We look to thee for light; And to thee our hearts surrender For the glory of our might. Morris Hills, thy children are we; And we love thy colors bright. We will always sing the story of the Scarlet and the White Morris Hills, from thee we've taken, And this pledge we wish to give; You will never be forsaken For as long as we may live. Morris Hills, thy youths are mighty, They have conquered many a foe Morris Hills, we yet will love thee, though the years may come and go Alma Mater Alma Mater Alma Mater We love you 2018 - 2019 MORRIS HILLS REGIONAL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION Robert Crocetti, Jr., President Barbara C. Guerra, Vice President Michael R. Bertram Doug Brookes Mark DiGennaro Rob Isza Steven Kovacs William Serafin Michael Wieczerzak CENTRAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION Mr. James Jencarelli, Chief School Administrator Dr. Nisha Zoeller, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Ms. Joann Gilman, Business Administrator/Board Secretary Mr. Peter Lazzaro, Supervisor of Educational and Administrative Services HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Todd M. Toriello, Principal Robert Merle, Jr., Assistant Principal Gene Melvin, Assistant Principal Emily Barkocy, Assistant Principal Robert Haraka, Supervisor of Student Services/Athletics Yesenia Rivera, Supervisor of Guidance TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Principal’s Message …………………………………………………………………….. 1 Home and School Association ………………………………………………………….1 Morris Hills Regional District Goals for 2020 …………………………………………. 2 Emergency School Closing and Delayed Opening…………………………………... 2 Bell Schedules …………………………………………………………………………... 3 The Story of Morris Hills …………………………………………………………………4-5 Renaissance ……………………………………………………………………………... 6-7 I. School Counseling and Academic Services Aspen…………………………………………………………………………….. 14 Career Center …………………………………………………………………… 9 Child Study Team ………………………………………………………………. 18 Class Rank ……………………………………………………………………… 16 Class Rank Guidelines ………………………………………………………… 16-17 Course Audit Option for Students ……………………………………………. 12 Course Selection Waiver Guidelines ……………………………………….... 11 Excelsior Award ……………………………………….……………………….. 17 Fourth Quarter Exam Exemption Policy ……………………………..……… 15 The Gifted and Talented Program ………………….…………….………….. 12 Grading System………………………………………………………………… 17 Graduation Requirements …………………………………………………….. 9-11 Home Instruction ………………………………………………………………. 18 Honor Roll ………………………………………………………………………. 17 Incomplete Grades…………………………………………………………….. 14 Marking Periods………………………………………………………………… 13-14 Pass/Fail Option …………………………………….…………………………. 11-12 Public Law 504 ……………………………………….………………………… 19 Quarter Exams…………………………………………………………………. 14-15 Report Cards …………………………………………….…………………….. 14 Schedule Changes …………………………………….……………………... 12-13 School Counseling Department ...……………………………….…………… 7-8 State Seal of Biliteracy Program……………………………………………… 18 Student Records ……………………………………….……………………... 20 Student Referrals for Special Services ……………………………….….… 18-19 Summer School and Tutoring ……………………………………………….. 19-20 Transfers ……………………………………………………………………..... 20 Valedictorian / Salutatorian ………………………………………………….. 17 Withdrawal Procedures ………………………………………………………. 20 II. Student Attendance Participation in School Functions …………………………………………... 25 Perfect Attendance …………………………………………………………... 26 Perfect Attendance: College Visitations……………………………………. 26-27 Religious Holidays …………………………………………………………… 25-26, 68-73 Rules and Regulations ……………………………………………………... 20-25 Rules for Students Attending MCST ……………………………………... 25 III. Health Services Contagious Diseases ……………………………………………………….. 29 Health Services ……………………………………………………………... 27 Illness / Accident ……………………………………………………………. 28 Medication …………………………………………………………………... 28 Physical Education Excusals ……………………………………………... 27 Physical Examinations ……………………………………………………. 27 Safety ………………………………………………………………………. 29 Screenings …………………………………………………………………. 27 Self-Medication …………………………………………………………….. 28-29 Student Insurance ………………………………………………………….. 29 IV. Athletics Academic Eligibility Policy …………………………………………………. 31 Academic Eligibility Requirements ……………………………………….. 31-32 Athletics………………………………………………………………………. 29-33 Athletic Awards ……………………………………………………………... 34 Athletic Transportation ……………………………………………………... 31 Consent for Random Steroid Testing……………………………………… 34 ImPACT Concussion Management Program…………………………….. 34 Interscholastic Athletic and Co-Curricular Physical Examinations…….. 35-37 Morris Hills Regional District Athletic Department Rules and Regulations. 32-33 Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program…………………………….. 34 Requirements for Varsity Letters …………………………………………. 35 School Disciplinary Action ………………………………………………… 34 Spectator Code of Conduct……………………………………...………... 30-31 Sportsmanship ……………………………………………………………… 30 V. Student Activities Assembly Programs ……………………………………………………….. 40 Dances / Proms ……………………………………………………………. 39-40 National Honor Society ……………………………………………………. 40-41 Posting of Flyers and Posters …………………………………………….. 39 S.G.A. Welcome ……………………………………………………………. 39 Student Clubs / Activities Philosophy ……………………………………. 37-38 Student Officers…………………………………………………………….. 39 Varsity Letters for Interscholastic Extracurricular Activities…………… 38-39 VI. Student Services Activity / Athletic Busing …………………………………………………... 44 Breakfast Program ………………………………………………………… 47 Buses ………………………………………………………………………. 43-44 Cafeteria Regulations …………………………………………………….. 46 Daily Announcements …………………………………………………….. 46 Elevator Use ……………………………………………………………….. 46 Field Trips ………………………………………………………………….. 42 Fire / Evacuation Drills ………………………………………………….… 47 Guidelines for Student Publications – Board of Education Policy ….… 46 Inter-School Busing ……………………………………………………….. 44 Library ………………………………………………………………………. 41-42 Lockers ……………………………………………………………………… 45 Lost and Found ……………………………………………………………. 46 Lunch Periods ……………………………………………………………... 47 Money and Valuables ……………………………………………………... 46 Student Parking Regulations …………………………………………….. 44-45 Study Halls …………………………………………………………………. 42-43 Working Papers ……………………………………………………………. 45 VII. Student Conduct Acceptable Uses of Computer Network / Computers ………………….. 51 Care of School Property …………………………………………………... 51 Cellular Telephones / Electronic Devices………………………………... 51-52 Cellular Telephones / Cameras during Tests/Exams …………………... 52 Controlled Dangerous Substances / Chemical Policy …………………. 52-57 Corridor Passes ……………………………………………………………. 52 Discipline and Behavior Regulations …………………………………….. 47-49 Dress Code …………………………………………………………………. 58-59 Drug / Alcohol Referrals …………………………………………………... 57 E-Cigarettes/Vaporizing Pens …………………………………………….. 59 Explanation of Action Taken ………………………………………………. 49-50 Hazing, Harassment, Bullying, or Cyber-Bullying …………….………... 59-60 Participation in Activities / Senior Activities…………………….………... 60 Random Alcohol and Drug Testing of Students………………………….. 57-58 Senior Sign-Out Privileges: Guidelines ………………………….……….. 60-61 Smoking Regulations …………………………………………….…………. 61 Student Integrity ………………………………………………….………….. 61 Weapons …………………………………………………………..…………. 62 VIII. General District Policies and Procedures Affirmative Action: Grievance Procedure – Title VI and Title IX ….……. 62 Affirmative Action: School Objectives …………………………………….. 63 Affirmative Action: Student Access ……………………………………….. 62-63 Affirmative Action: Title VI and Title IX ………………………………….... 62 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act / Directory Information …... 63-64 Family Life Education: Provision for Excusing Students ……………….. 63 No Child Left Behind ……………………………………………………….. 64 Recruitment by Special Interest Groups ……………………………….... 64 Right To Know …………………………………………………………….... 65 Safe Schools Program ………………………………………………….…. 65 School Resource Officer ……………………………………………….….. 65 Search and Seizure – Students’ Right of Privacy ………………………. 65 Searches: Suspicionless Searches …………………………………….… 66 Sexual Harassment ……….……………………………………………..… 66 Student Publications: Guidelines ……………………………………….... 66-67 Surveillance Cameras…………………………………………………..…. 66 Visitors ……………………………………………………………...………. 67 IX. 2018-2019 District Calendar ……………………………………………. 74 PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE Dear Morris Hills High School Community - Students, Parents, and Guardians, To those beginning your first year at Morris Hills High School, let me say, “WELCOME” to a special place. To those returning, let me say, “WELCOME HOME.” In a very real way, Morris Hills High School becomes home for the students who bring it life and for the families who become its support system. The extent of contribution and participation by both students and families will, in large measure, determine the pulse-beat of our high school. Each of you, along with an extraordinary professional staff, shall embark on a new school year, full of both promise and potential. As your Principal, I wish you all every measure of success and satisfaction as the year unfolds. This handbook will become an invaluable resource for you. It defines not only rules and responsibilities, but answers many pertinent questions significant to your role here as a member of the Morris Hills High School family. I encourage you to use it often and to reach out when questions or concerns arise. Communication is one of our central values. The staff here at Morris Hills High School is always anxious to receive your insights, your feedback, and your suggestions. Please become an active member of a very special high school as we all grow to know one another during this year and in the