Capuchino High School Student & Family Handbook

2018-2019

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August 2018

Welcome Back Mustangs!

On behalf of the faculty and staff, we would like to welcome you to the 2018-2019 school year. Education is a critical component of each of our lives and we at CHS feel privileged to partner with you in your academic success. Over the course of the school year, we ask that you seek out members of the staff, so that we can provide you the best support possible in achieving your goals. Our school is here to serve you.

Capuchino has an excellent tradition of student achievement and citizenship. We look forward to building on that strength during the 2018-19 school year by creating dynamic educational supports and opportunities. Over the course of the year, we ask that you put forth your best academic effort, maintain strong attendance, and participate in extracurricular activities. Each year we ask that you identify areas of passion, in order to participate in and further develop our school community.

You are receiving this handbook because we believe that students do better when they know what is expected, understand how to organize and study, and make good use of their time. Please review the contents of the handbook and make note of important dates in order to prepare yourself for success.

As I enter my first year as a Mustang, it is an honor to lead and serve this community. Whether you are a senior who will be graduating with the Class of 2019, an incoming 9th grader, or a 10th/11th grade student, we look forward to making your high school years both meaningful and enjoyable.

Have a great year and remember, Bring Your Best, Expect Success!

Sincerely,

Jesse Boise Principal

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION I: SCHOOL INFORMATION Dress Code 28 Registration 4 Electronic Devices Policy 29 Main Office Directory 6 Out of Bounds 29 Contact & Communications Guide 7 Search of Students & Properties 30 Bell Schedule 9 Tolerance and Respect for School Calendar 10 Students and Staff 30 Teaching & Learning Framework 12 Student Discipline Policy 30 SECTION II: SCHOOL PROCEDURES & INFORMATION District Interventions 33 Absences 14 SMUHSD Student Technology 35 Automobiles & Parking 15 Policy Closed Campus 15 SECTION IV: ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS & Communications/Online Portals 15 PROGRAMS ● Canvas District Graduation ● Aeries Requirements 39 ● Anonymous Alerts Athletics/Extracurricular Deliveries/Food or Item Drop-Offs 17 Activities 39 Emergency Information 17 AVID 40 Field Trips 17 Career Technical Education Food Services/Free & Reduced Lunch 18 (CTE) 40 Hall Passes 18 College Entrance Requirements 40 Health Office 18 Counselors 41 Homework 18 Freshman/Sophomore Teams 41 Identification Cards 19 International Baccalaureate Library 19 Programme 42 Lost & Found 19 Student Leadership & Clubs 43 Permit to Leave 19 SECTION V: FORMS & REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Progress Reports 20 School Order Form 44 Recycling 20 Parent Organization Donation Scooters, Bikes, and Skateboards 20 Forms 45 Senior Costs 20 Physical Forms 52 Student Body Card /PAL 21 Guardian/Student Telephones 21 Acknowledgement Form 54 Testing Fees 21 Textbooks 21 Visitors 21 Work Permits 21 SECTION III: SCHOOL POLICIES Academic Integrity Policy 22 Attendance and Tardy Policy 24 Classroom Discipline 26 Course Drop Policy 26 Dance Policy 27

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REGISTRATION ● All students must complete the registration process prior to the first day of school, Wed, ​ ​ August 15 ● Yearbook and ID pictures will be taken at Registration and students will receive their permanent Capuchino ID card. Please dress appropriately. ​ ● Please also make sure that all prior bills are paid so that your child can receive their class schedule.

The dates for each grade level are listed below. ​Please come at your designated time ​ ​

Grade Date Time Location 9th Grade Family Orientation Tuesday, ​August 7 6 pm - 7:30 pm Main Theater ​

9th Grade Registration Wednesday, August 8 9 am - 11 am Upper Gym

10th Grade Registration Wednesday, ​August 8 12 pm - 2 pm Upper Gym ​

11th Grade Registration Thursday, August 9 9 am ​- 11 am Upper Gym ​

12th Grade Registration Thursday, ​August 9 12 pm - 2 pm Upper Gym ​

Transfer Students and Make-Ups Friday, August 10 9 - 11 am Upper Gym

th Special Note for 9 ​ Grade Families: ​

● All 9th graders and at least one parent/guardian are required to attend 9th GRADE FAMILY ORIENTATION.

REQUIRED FOR REGISTRATION:

● Complete District Online Enrollment (Summer Census through PowerSchool) – an email or screenshot receipt is helpful but not required ● Bring signed Acknowledgement form (p. 54) ● Bring physical forms completed by a physician (pp. 52-53) -- 9th Graders and Transfer Students only ● Return textbooks & pay outstanding school fees -- 10th-12th Graders only

Optional for Registration: ● School Order Form (p. 44) ● Parent Organization Donation Forms (pp. 45-49)

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REGISTRATION PROCESS ● Stations will be set up in the Upper Gym to collect registration materials. ● At station #1, your Summer Census/PowerSchool completion will be confirmed, registration materials will be reviewed and verified. ● If all required forms are completed and outstanding school fees have been paid, you will proceed to other stations to: o Purchase PAL sticker, PE Uniform, and/or Yearbook (p. 44 for more information) o Make payment for IB exams; gather IB-related information o Make donations to parent organizations; gather boosters information o Collect your schedule of classes. o Take photos for School ID and Yearbook ● If all required forms are not submitted or the District Online Enrollment process is not ​ ​ ​ ​ complete, then you may complete stations #2 - #3, but you will not obtain your schedule of ​ classes. o If your parent/guardian is present, then you will be directed to the library to complete the District Online Enrollment process. ​ ​ ​ o If your parent/guardian is not present, you will need to return on Friday, August 10, between 9:00 am - 11:00 am with evidence that the online process was completed and/or with any required forms signed by parent/guardian. th th ● For 10 -​ 12 graders – all fines are due upon registration and must be paid to obtain schedule of ​ ​ ​ ​ classes. ● No schedule changes will be made on Registration Day. If you need to speak with your counselor about your schedule, please email them directly.

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MAIN OFFICE DIRECTORY

Principal Jesse Boise 558-2700 Administrative Assistant Sandra Santos 558-2701 Assistant Principal Monique de Brito Guedes* 558-2703 Staff Assistant Salvador Castillo* 558-2705 Assistant Principal Nancy Kuei** 558-2702 Staff Assistant Vicki Mahoney 558-2704 Dean of Students Mauricio Rodriguez* 558-2706 Counselor (A-C & ELD) Leticia Barajas* 558-2712 Counselor (D-J) Faith Cabie-Ramil 558-2711 Counselor (K-P) Mayra Murillo* 558-2759 Counselor (Q-Z) Shannon Henricks 558-2710 Counseling Aide Sandra Valenzuela* 558-2714 Wellness Counselor Lucero Govea* 558-2776 Wellness Counselor Truc Nguyen 558-2749 Activities Director Drew Bywater 558-6425 Athletic Director Matt Wilson 558-2738 Athletic Trainer TBD 558-2771 IB Coordinator Martee Lopez-Schmitt 558-2721 IB Assistant Silvia Beas* 558-2746 Attendance Clerk Abigail Martinez* 558-2708 College & Career Center Joyce Lynn 558-2718 Career Specialist Kelly McLoughlin 558-2748 Data Analyst/Registrar Janice Harui 558-2719 ELD Specialist Sandra Rogge* 558-2707 Family Engagement Coordinator Dulce Hatch* 558-2762 Financial Assistant Imelda Gomez* 558-2720 Health Aide Claribel Luna* 558-2722 Librarian Anna Lapid 558-2727 Library Media Technician Michaela Pisaro 558-2727 Facilities Manager Joseph Tipton 558-2725 Webmaster Teang Kuy 558-5259 *Spanish-Speaking/Habla Español **Mandarin-Speaking/會說​ 國語 ​ Address: 1501 Magnolia Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066 Telephone: (650) 558-2799 Fax: (650) 558-2752 Website: http://www.smuhsd.org/capuchinohigh School Colors: Green and Gold School Mascot: Mustangs

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CONTACT & COMMUNICATIONS GUIDE

We encourage you to contact us whenever you have a concern. The following chart may be helpful in connecting you to the person who can be most effective in meeting your needs. If you are unclear or need further clarification, please contact us at (650) 558-2799.

Academic Progress in a Particular Class or Grading Questions: 1st: Teacher 2nd: Counselor 3rd: Student’s Assistant Principal Grades 9, 11 - Ms. Kuei Grades 10, 12 - Ms. Guedes Alcohol/Other Substance Abuse Concerns: 1st: Counselor 2nd: Wellness Counselor or Dean 3rd: Student’s AP Attendance: 1st: Attendance Clerk 2nd: Dean of Students Athletics: 1st: Coach 2nd: Athletic Director 3rd: AP Ms. Guedes Athletics Boosters: 1st: Athletic Director 2nd: AP Ms. Guedes Behavior/Student Discipline: 1st: Teacher of the class 2nd: Dean of Students 3rd: Student’s AP School Calendar: 1st: Assistant to AP 2nd: AP Ms. Kuei College Selection/Post-Secondary Plans: Counselor and/or College and Career Specialist Counseling for Personal Issues Counselor or Wellness Counselor Course Selection/Placement 1st: Student’s Counselor 2nd: Student’s AP Facility Questions (repairs, suggestions, concerns): 1st: Facilities Manager 2nd: AP Ms. Kuei Facility Rental Inquiries: 1st: SMUHSD (District) Facilities Coordinator 2nd: District Facilities Manager IB Program: 1st: IB Assistant 2nd: IB Coordinator 3rd: AP Ms. Kuei Naviance/Parent Connections: 1st: College and Career Specialist 2nd: Student’s Counselor

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Parent Involvement Organizations (Boosters): 1st: Main Office 2nd: Assistant Principal Public Relations/Website: 1st: Webmaster 2nd: AP Ms. Kuei Security (campus safety): 1st: Main Office 2nd: Assistant to AP 3rd: Dean or AP Student Organizations/Co-curricular Activities: 1st: Activities Director 2nd: Assistant Principal Summer School: 1st: Counselor/Case manager Student Government/Leadership (ASB): 1st: Activities Director 2nd: AP Ms. Guedes Teacher Concerns: 1st: Teacher of the Class 2nd: Counselor 3rd: Student’s AP Transcript/Student Records: 1st: Data Analyst 2nd: Assistant Principal

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BELL SCHEDULE

Capuchino uses a “drop” schedule where certain periods will be dropped each day to extend the time in each period. Academic Support Time (AST) is Wednesday after 4th period and Thursday after 5th period.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Period Time Period Time Period Time Period Time Period Time 8:00- 8:00- 8:00- Staff 8:00- 8:00- 1 1 2 1 8:51 9:00 9:00 Collab 9:10 9:00 8:56- 9:05- 9:05- 9:10- 9:05- 2 3 3 Brunch 2 9:47 10:05 10:15 9:20 10:05 9:47- 10:05- 10:15- 9:25- 10:05- Brunch Brunch Brunch 1 Brunch 9:57 10:15 10:25 10:35 10:15 10:02- 10:20- 10:30- 10:40- 10:20- 3 4* 4 2 3 10:53 11:25 11:40 11:50 11:20 10:58- 11:30- 11:40- 11:50- 11:25- 4* 5 Lunch 4* 11:54 12:30 Pass 11:45 12:20 12:30 11:54- 12:30- 11:45- 12:25- 12:30- Lunch Lunch 5 Lunch 12:24 1:00 AST 12:15 1:25 1:00 12:29- 1:05- 12:15- 1:25- 1:05- 5 6 Lunch 6 1:20 2:05 12:45 Pass 1:30 2:05 1:25- 2:10- 12:50- 1:30- 2:10- 6 7 5 7 2:16 3:10 2:00 AST 2:00 3:10 2:21- 2:05- 2:05- 6 7 3:12 7 3:15 3:15 st th rd th th th Skip None Skip 2nd Skip 1 ​ & 6 Skip 3 ​, 4 ,​ & 7 Skip 5 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

* Classes are 5 minutes longer for announcements. Academic Support Time (AST) – We expect students to make best use of AST by meeting with a teacher for test retakes, tutorial, assignment completion, or any additional support to enhance their academic growth and success. Students may schedule an appointment with a teacher in person and through the TeachMore app. A 5-minute passing period helps students transition to their AST locations.

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SCHOOL CALENDAR

AUGUST NOVEMBER 7 9th Grade Family Orientation (6 PM) 1 PIQE Program (6:30 PM) 8 9th Grade Registration (9 AM) 2 LPO Pozole Night (6:30 PM); End of grading th 10 ​ Grade Registration (12 PM) period ​ th 9 11 G​ rade Registration (9 AM) 8 PIQE Program (6:30 PM) th​ 12 G​ rade Registration (12 PM) 9 Veterans Day – School Holiday ​ 10 Transfer & Make-up Registration (9 AM) 13 PTO Meeting (6:30 PM) 13 & 14 Staff Dev. Day/Teacher Work Day 15 PIQE Program (6:30 PM) 15 First Day of School 21 Staff Recess – No School 17 Minimum Day 22-23 Thanksgiving School Holidays 27 School Site Council (3:30 PM) 26 School Site Council (3:30 PM) 30 Latino Parents Organization (LPO) (6:30 PM) 29 PIQE Program (6:30 PM) SEPTEMBER DECEMBER 3 Labor Day – School Holiday 6 PIQE Graduation (6:30 PM) 5 Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) - Meet & 17 School Site Council (3:30 PM) Greet Principal and New Families (8 AM) 10-14 Review Week 6 Back to School Night (6-8 PM) 14 LPO Posada 7 Minimum Day 19-21 Finals (Minimum Days) ​ ​ 20 LPO Meeting (6:30 PM) 21 End of Fall Semester 21 End of grading period 22-Jan. 6 Winter Recess 22 PTO Service Project (9 AM) JANUARY 24 School Site Council (3:30 PM) 7 Teacher Work Day – No School OCTOBER 8 Spring Semester Begins 3 Senior Family Night 14 Martin Luther King Jr. Day – School Holiday 4 Parents for Quality Education (PIQE) (6:30 23 Junior Family Night PM) 24 LPO Meeting (6:30 PM) 8 Staff Dev. Day – No Classes 28 School Site Council (3:30 PM) 10 College Testing/PSAT (Minimum Day); 30 ELAC Meeting (6:30 PM) ​ ​ English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) FEBRUARY (6:30 PM) 4-5 Staff Dev. Days – No Classes 11 PIQE Program (6:30 PM) 12 PTO Family Education Event (6:30 PM) 15 SMUHSD College & Career Fair @ MHS 15 End of grading period 18 PIQE Program (6:30 PM) 18 Presidents’ Day – School Holiday 25 8th Grade Family Night (6:30 PM); 20 Sophomore Family Night PIQE Program (6:30 PM) 21 LPO Meeting (6:30 PM) 29 School Site Council (3:30 PM) 25 School Site Council (3:30 PM)

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MARCH 1 LPO Pozole Night (6:30 PM) 14 Open House 15 Minimum Day; ​ PTO Paint Party & Farmer’s Market (6 PM) 21 LPO Meeting (6:30 PM) 25 School Site Council (3:30 PM) 29 End of grading period APRIL 1-5 Spring Recess – No School 9 PTO Recognition Event (6:30 PM) 10 ELAC Meeting (6:30 PM) 15-26 CAASPP Testing Window 18 LPO Meeting (6:30 PM) 29 School Site Council (3:30 PM) MAY 6-24 IB Testing 16 LPO Meeting (6:30 PM) 20 School Site Council (3:30 PM); Sports Award Night (6:30 PM) 20-24 Senior Finals 22 Senior Dinner & Sendoff (6 PM) 23 IB Reception (6 PM); Senior Award Night (7 PM) 24 Latino Senior Celebration (6 PM) 27 Memorial Day – School Holiday 28-30 Finals (Minimum Days) ​ ​ 30 End of Spring Semester 31 Graduation

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Capuchino High School IB World School Teaching and Learning Framework

School Goal: All students will graduate demonstrating the knowledge and the skills necessary to be ​ prepared for college and career.

Our Beliefs: ➢ We believe education is the great equalizer and our work is grounded in ensuring equitable outcomes. ➢ We believe that all students deserve a culturally relevant and rigorous curriculum. ➢ We believe in growth mindset: ability can always grow through effort and perseverance. ​ ​ ➢ We believe that all students should have a balance between academics, interests and wellness. Our Commitments: ➢ All students will develop collective knowledge and skills rooted in the IB Learner Profile. ➢ We incorporate student identity both inside and outside the classroom. ➢ Teachers provide students with a variety of ways to demonstrate what the students know. ➢ We are a community of educators and families who ensure students have choices after high school.

Capuchino students are IB students who are strengthening these attributes:

Knowledgeable Students will develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. They will engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance. Caring Students will show empathy, compassion, and respect. They will have a commitment to service, and they will act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us. Open-minded Students will critically appreciate their cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of perspectives, and we are willing to grow from the experience. Risk-taker Students will approach uncertainty with deliberation and determination. Students will be resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change. Balanced Students will understand the importance of balancing different aspects of their lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being. Principled Students will act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups, and communities. Students will take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.

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Skills Capuchino strives to develop:

Critical Thinking

Inquire: Ask questions, investigate, explore, and hypothesize. ​ Analyze: Examine materials and information by separating a whole into parts to discover what it means, ​ ​ how it functions, and why it matters.

Reason: Draw inferences or conclusions that are justified by evidence. ​ Evaluate: Judge according to established criteria; recognize differences and similarities, and distinguish ​ as to category or rank.

Research: Search for evidence by identifying relevant sources and gathering data from them. ​ Synthesize: Create original product by combining various elements into a coherent whole. ​ ​ Reflect: Examine outcomes and revise for improvement. ​ ​ ​

Self-Management

Prioritize and manage tasks

Organize time and materials

Adhere to school norms

Meta Escolar: "Todos los estudiantes se graduarán habiendo demostrado el conocimiento y las habilidades ​ necesarias en preparación para la universidad y una carrera profesional."

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PROCEDURES & INFORMATION

ABSENCES According to our district policy, there are only 6 legal excused reasons for a student to be absent from school, which are: 1. Illness or quarantine (doctor’s note required for 3 or more consecutive days) 2. Medical, chiropractic, optometric, or dental services 3. The funeral of members of student’s immediate family (as defined in Ed Code 45194) 4. Court and legal appointments 5. Observances of religious holiday or ceremony 6. Pre-Approved School Activity (school officials only)

*If a student needs to leave the school during the day, they must obtain a permit to leave (see p. 19) from the Attendance Office prior to departure.

When must a student provide a doctor’s note? ● When a student has had 3 or more consecutive absences due to illness ● When a student has had a total of 14 or more absences in the school year for illness, the school site administration (designee) may require that any further absences for illness be verified by a physician. Absences do not need to be consecutive. ● Please contact the Health Office (558-2722) if your student has a serious illness.

How to report an excused absence? 1. On the absent days, please notify the Attendance Office by phone at 558-2708 and speak to the Attendance Clerk or leave a message with the following information: 2. Your message or written note [in ink] includes -- ● Student’s name ● Number of days ● Dates of absence ● Reason for absence ● Parent signature ● Work and home phone numbers 3. If a guardian is unable to report excused absence on the day of, please submit a message to the Attendance Office on the day of the student’s return to school, between 7:30 - 7:55 am. 4. Parents/guardians of 18-year-old students who wish to allow adult students to verify attendance must meet with the Dean to go over agreement details.

How does one clear an absence? ● Students are expected to clear an absence within three school days (72 hours). Parent/Guardian must clear an absence by contacting the Attendance Clerk to explain the absence. ● Absences not cleared after three school days (72 hours) will be considered unexcused and marked as a “cut.” The office cannot correct attendance records after 72 hours.

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How does the school notify parents/guardians about absences? The school uses Connect Ed, an automated calling system, to notify parents on all period absences. When a student is absent a parent/guardian phone call to 558-2708 or note is required within 72 ​ ​ ​ hours of the absence. ​

AUTOMOBILES AND PARKING Every vehicle driven to school must be registered at the Main Office with Ms. Mahoney and must display a orange Capuchino parking tag on the rear view mirror. Motorcycles and mopeds must also be registered and have a Capuchino sticker clearly visible.

Student parking is at the Stadium parking lot and other student parking areas as they become available. Students must obey all parking regulations or they may lose parking privileges. Students are subject to a parking violation by the San Bruno Department of Transportation and Parking or Capuchino HS for illegal parking or traffic violations. The speed limit on campus is 10 miles per hour. Parking on campus is a privilege and may be lost by careless driving.

How do students obtain a parking permit? ➢ The student must present: 1) a valid California Driver's License, 2) current auto registration, 3) proof of insurance. ➢ Student parking permit costs $5.00.

Where can students park? ➢ Any area not designated as “STAFF” or “VISITOR” parking. ​ ​ ➢ On Millwood Ave, between school main entrance and Barcelona Ave. ➢ Stadium Parking Lot ➢ Students are not allowed to park on the fire lanes, access roads, or unmarked areas. ​ ​

When can students access their car? ➢ Before and after school ➢ Students cannot loiter in parking lot areas.

CLOSED CAMPUS Capuchino is a closed campus; students must remain on campus from the beginning of their first class to the end of their scheduled school day. Students must obtain a “Permit to Leave” from the Attendance Office to leave early for reasons such as doctor’s appointment, illness, or family emergency.

COMMUNICATIONS/ONLINE PORTALS Beginning 2018-2019, all schools within our district will use the following online portals, Canvas and Aeries, to communicate with families regarding attendance and academic progress. ● Canvas Parent App: allows parents to view current grades, assignments and homework. ​ Parent can also receive course announcements.

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● Aeries Parent Portal: view student attendance, 6-week grades at reporting periods, ​ transcripts, and teacher emails addresses. Please following these steps to sign up for Canvas and Aeries access:

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Anonymous Alerts The Anonymous Alerts’ anti-bullying and safety app reporting system helps combat bullying and other negative activity in schools by empowering students to speak up. Social and peer pressure are some of the hardest obstacles for students to overcome.

Students or families can anonymously submit any suspicious activity, bullying, or other student related issues to a school administrator(s). To anonymously report any safety concerns: ● Send a report online: www.anonymousalerts.com/sanmateouhsd ​ ● Send from a cell phone or tablet: 1. Download the Anonymous Alerts® app for free from the Apple Store, Google Play store, or the Chrome store 2. Start the App, enter login and password: sanmateouhsd ​ ​ ​ 3. Describe incident details in your report to school officials 4. Add a screenshot, photo or video about the incident

*Intentionally submitting false reports will result in disciplinary action.

DELIVERIES/FOOD OR OTHER ITEM DROP-OFF Students are not permitted to order food for delivery to Capuchino High School. Delivery services such as Door Dash, Grub Hub, Uber Eats, etc. will not be accepted by the Main Office and may result in disciplinary action. Families should limit Main Office drop-offs of food or other items to a minimum. The Office Staff cannot be responsible for any items dropped off nor for sending notifications or items to students. Students can pick up items in the Main Office only, during brunch, lunch, or after school. All items not picked up by the end of the day will be discarded.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION Parents/legal guardians are required to provide an accurate and current record which includes ​ ​ home address, telephone number, business address and telephone number of the parents or guardian, and the name, address and telephone number of a relative or friend who is authorized to care for the student in case of an emergency situation if the parent/guardian cannot be reached.

How does one add emergency contact information? ➢ Please notify the school immediately if parent/guardian wishes to add an emergency contact by calling Data Analyst at 558-2719. All address changes require a new Verification of Residence form to be completed at the District Office.

FIELD TRIPS Field trips are optional and organized by teachers, program leaders, club advisors, or coaches. All trips leave from and return to the school. In order to be eligible for a field trip, students must have a minimum of 2.0 GPA and less than 5 unexcused absences. Students are responsible for their own transportation from the school to their homes after the trip. Students will return on the bus or in

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FOOD SERVICE/FREE and REDUCED LUNCH Food Service is available on campus before school, during brunch, and at lunch. The cafeteria serves a hot lunch for a nominal fee. Students who qualify for free or reduced price lunches need to apply through the district’s PowerSchool enrollment process or by contacting the Health Aide office (650) 558-2722 for information about Free and Reduced Lunch application.

What are some other benefits of Free/Reduced Lunch? Students in the Free/Reduced Lunch program may be eligible for fee waivers or reduced costs when they register for advanced exams such as IB or AP, college tests such as SAT and ACT, and when they apply to summer programs and colleges.

HALL PASSES Students must have a hall pass when they are out of class, including Teacher Aides. During class time, students must obtain their teacher’s permission and hall pass in order to see someone (e.g., counselor, dean, etc.) in the Main Office. Students without a pass will not be seen. Students with a free 1st and 7th period who wish to remain on campus must obtain a “NAS” (Not at School) sticker from Ms. Mahoney in the Main Office and must remain in the library to do academic work. Students ​ without an official hall pass are subject to consequences.

HEALTH OFFICE The Health Aide assists students who become ill or injured during the school day. The Health Aide will contact parent/guardian if it is necessary for the student to go home. The Health Aide will then issue the student a “Permit to Leave” for illness reasons.

The Health Office does not dispense any medication to students without a Medication Authorization Form on file. The form must be completed by both guardian and physician and submitted to the Health Aide for review.

Can students bring over-the-counter medications to school? ➢ Students cannot carry any medications. ➢ Medications with a guardian’s or doctor’s note should be kept in the Health Aide’s office.

HOMEWORK Students should expect to receive homework on a daily basis per academic subject. Expectations are greater in terms of quality and quantity for AS and IB courses. For absences of more than one

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Starting 2018-2019, our Board has adopted policy BP 6154 regarding homework practices in ​ ​ support of equity and access, student health and wellness, school/life balance, and the quality of instruction. The full policy document can be accessed on our school website under “Academics.” Some of the policy requirements include: ● Homework-free breaks ● Homework comprising no more than 15% of a student’s grade ● Communication of the due date and the amount of time expected for homework completion ● Communication of students’ roles in project-based assignments.

IDENTIFICATION CARDS All students must carry a Capuchino ID card at all times on campus and at school-related ​ ​ functions. Student ID pictures will be taken during orientation. The ID card is used for library material checkout, AST attendance, school dance ticket purchase, and for identification at school events such as games at Capuchino and on other campuses. ID cards will also be used to identify students who are enrolled in off-campus programs. Failure to show a proper ID when requested by any school staff may result in disciplinary action. The initial ID card is free; however, a replacement card is $5.00. ID Cards are also collected during Tardy Sweeps.

LIBRARY The library will be open from 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. each school day. The ID card is used for checking out books, and for permission to use computers. Students are encouraged to use the library in a quiet and studious manner. Most of the materials in the library circulate for a specific period of time, and students are informed of due dates at checkout time. Computers and Wi-Fi are available in the library for school work. No food or drinks are permitted in the library. The library can be reached at 558-2727. After school tutoring is available in the Library. See website for ​ ​ details.

LOST AND FOUND Students looking for lost possessions should check with the Attendance Clerk in the Main Office. Anyone who finds a lost or misplaced article should take it to the office as soon as possible. If lost articles are not claimed within a reasonable amount of time, they will be discarded or donated.

PERMIT TO LEAVE DURING SCHOOL HOURS Parents/guardians and students should make every effort to schedule non-school appointments outside school hours. If this is unavoidable, the student must obtain a Permit to Leave from the ​ Attendance Clerk prior to leaving. Students who leave campus without a “Permit to Leave” will ​ receive a permanent cut/truancy absence – even if a parent calls to clear the absence afterward. The student will also be assigned an appropriate consequence for leaving school without permission. The San Bruno and Millbrae Police Departments are authorized to return students back to the school campus when students leave without a Permit to Leave.

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How does one obtain a Permit to Leave Campus? ● Parent/guardian communicate with the Attendance Clerk by ○ Calling (650) 558-2808 before 9:30 am, or ○ Sending a note before school begins, stating the reason and requested dismissal ​ ​ time along with a phone number where the parent/guardian may be reached. These notes will gladly be accepted in Spanish. ● The student MUST check-out with the Attendance Clerk prior to leaving campus to ​ ​ excuse absences.

PROGRESS REPORTS Teachers assign the grade, which the student earns according to the criteria established for that class. Typically, “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “F” are used to indicate student progress. Teachers will inform students at the beginning of each semester how grades will be computed. Progress Reports are mailed approximately one week after the grading period ends. Grades are also available online.

RECYCLING AND LITTER CONTROL Capuchino High School believes it is everyone’s responsibility for maintaining a clean school. Students should dispose trash and garbage in the proper receptacle. Students should also recycle bottles, cans, and paper products. There are receptacles in classrooms and throughout campus. Failure to clean up personal litter may result in detention/campus cleanup.

SCOOTERS, BIKES, AND SKATEBOARDS Scooters, bicycles, skateboards and other types of boards are acceptable forms of transportation; therefore they are permitted on campus. However, students are not allowed to ride these on ​ campus. Items are subject to confiscation if they are used on campus. Privileges may be taken away ​ if students abuse policy. Bicycles must be chained to the rack provided on campus. Skateboards must be carried throughout the day and must not become a distraction or it may be confiscated.

SENIOR COSTS Senior year can be challenging in terms of fees and costs for extracurricular items associated with graduating high school. Capuchino H.S. is not responsible for fees associated with optional extracurricular activities The following list of some of the senior events or items and the range of costs associated with them can help you to plan accordingly:

Events/items Approximate Costs Details Senior Panoramic Photo $17-20 Last year’s laminated photo was $17, framed photo was $23 Yearbook $75-$100 Less expensive if purchased early in the school year Senior Portraits $50-$200 No sitting fee (on campus). Grad Night $90-$165 Often can be purchased with or without optional senior tee or sweatshirt Winter Formal & other $50-$100 for Winter Can vary from year to year depending on location and dances Formal, $35 for number of attendees (TBD) Homecoming Dance Senior Prom $110 In addition to the ticket price, costs for dresses, tuxedo rentals, and transportation vary

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Herff Jones Extras Varies May include invitations/announcements, special diploma covers, or other items other than cap & gown (provided)

STUDENT BODY CARD/PAL STICKER ID cards become student body cards with the purchase of a PAL (Peninsula Athletic League) sticker. Savings in excess of $50 are possible due to reduced prices at games, dances, and other school activities. Proceeds finance athletic and student government activity programs.

TELEPHONES Students may use the phones in the Main Office for emergency purposes only. Public phones are not available on campus. Students will not be called out of class unless it is an emergency, or an urgent message can be delivered to a student at the guardian’s request.

TESTING FEES Please note that end-of-the-school-year testing fees are associated with IB and AP courses. One IB test fee for the 2017-2018 school year was approximately $120.

TEXTBOOKS Textbooks are signed out to students in each class and become the responsibility of the student. Some classes will hold a class set of books in the classroom so that students may leave their own book at home. Students are financially liable for any damage to books or materials. Any student not returning textbooks or other materials will be charged replacement costs. Final report cards, transcripts or diplomas will not be issued to any student with outstanding books or other debts. Fines and bills are paid to the Site Accounting Technician at 558-2720.

VISITORS Any person visiting the campus must sign the guest register in the Main Office. For insurance and safety reasons, student visitors to campus during school hours will not be allowed except in unusual circumstances. If a student guest pass is issued, it must be obtained in advance from the Main Office.

Non-Students/Trespassers Non-students are not allowed on campus during the school day. Non-Capuchino students who visit without authorization will be subject to discipline. Other unauthorized visitors who fail to leave upon direction are subject to arrest by the police for trespassing/loitering on a school campus.

WORK PERMITS Students may apply for a work permit through the College and Career Center. Students must have a 2.0 GPA in order to be granted a work permit. Students who feel they must hold jobs after school should limit hours to no more than 12 to 15 per week. Work hours should be planned to apply ample study time. Research shows that students who work longer than 20 hours a week average lower grades.

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SCHOOL POLICIES

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY ● Integrity (noun): firm adherence to a code of values; complete or undivided honesty ● Cheating (noun): the act of deceiving; obtaining property from another by the intentional active distortion of the truth; the practice of fraud or trickery; violating rules dishonestly ● Plagiarize (verb): to steal and pass off the ideas or words of another as one’s own; to use without crediting the source; to commit literary theft; to present as new and original an idea or product derived from an existing source

Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary Simply put, academic integrity means doing schoolwork honestly. Cheating is gaining advantage dishonestly; plagiarism, a form of cheating, is presenting someone else’s words or ideas as if they were your own. Students are sometimes legitimately unsure about what is acceptable, and what isn’t. Teachers should clearly communicate their expectations to students, and make every effort to avoid situations in which students are confused about how to meet assignment requirements.

Violations include, but are not limited to: Level I Level II Level III

● Looking at, or allowing ● Giving or receiving ● Stealing examinations, someone to look at your own assessment information to projects or assignments or another’s work during an or from students in other ● Distributing unauthorized assessment periods of the same teacher papers or projects to other ● Using unauthorized “cheat” or same course students notes, including notes on an ● Posting unauthorized ● Receiving payment or electronic device, desk, assignment/assessment paying for person, or on any possession information or answers on unauthorized/plagiarized ● Talking or communicating the internet or providing papers, projects, or test with another student during information information via electronic an assessment ● Altering grades on a device (phone, text, email, ● Copying work assigned to be computer database, done independently, or social media, etc)· gradebook, or returned allowing someone else to ● Submitting papers taken work copy your own or another’s from the internet, other work, including publications, or other NOTE: Where appropriate, computer-generated students, including papers Level Three violations will also information and programs submitted through “Turn be referred to law enforcement. ● Copying or closely It In” Any combination totaling three, paraphrasing sentences, ● Submitting individual either in the number of offenses, phrases, or passages from projects that are not or in the level of offenses, another source without wholly your own work results in the maximum penalty. proper citation, including

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from work submitted ● Submitting a computer through “Turn It In” program developed by ● Submitting translations from someone else digital and internet translation programs such as Google Translate

NOTE: Since individual teachers have differing expectations for homework (for instance, some teachers encourage students to work together, while others may expect students to complete assignments independently at home), it is the responsibility of teachers to clarify their expectations to students.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY VIOLATION CONSEQUENCES 1st Offense at 2nd Offense at Level I; or, 3rd Offense at Level I; 3rd Level I 1st Offense at Level II Offense of a combination of Level I and Level II Offenses; or, 1st Offense at Level III ● Student receives zero for ● Student receives zero for ● Student receives zero for the the assignment; no the assignment; no assignment; no make-up work make-up work is make-up work is allowed is allowed for assignment allowed for assignment for assignment ● Teacher notifies parent (via ● Teacher notifies parent ● Teacher notifies parent (via choice of email, phone call, or (via choice of email, choice of email, phone call, mail) phone call, or or mail) ● Teacher notifies administrator mail) ● Teacher notifies vial referral ● Teacher notifies administrator via referral ● Administrator logs offense in administrator via ● Administrator logs offense discipline file, and assigns referral in discipline file and suspension ● Administrator logs first assigns possible detention ● Conference between AP, offense in discipline file or suspension teacher, parent/guardian and and warns student about ● Conference between AP, student is arranged cheating policy teacher, parent/guardian, ● Academic Integrity Contract is ● Academic Integrity and student is arranged signed Contract is signed ● Academic Integrity ● Student may become ineligible ● Detentions may be Contract is signed for California Scholarship assigned Federation or other awards

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● Parent meeting may be ● Possible loss of school ● Loss of school privileges (e.g., held privileges (sports, dances, sports, dances/prom, activities) activities; ticket costs not ● Possible loss of eligibility refundable) for California Scholarship Federation or other awards In severe cases: ● Student may be dropped from the course with an “F” ● Suspension and cause may be reported to colleges in the student’s record ● Student may be ineligible to participate in awards and ceremonies, including graduation *Teachers and counselors have the right to deny college or scholarship letters of recommendation for any reason, including involvement in an Academic Integrity violation

The Academic Integrity Committee of Capuchino High School gratefully acknowledges Palo Alto High School and the Connecticut International Baccalaureate Academy, whose policies Capuchino has used in formulating its own position on Academic Integrity.

ATTENDANCE POLICY Attending class regularly and being on time have a direct effect on a student’s success in meeting course requirements for high school graduation. Attendance in school is legally mandatory for all ​ ​ students under the age of 18 and also required in order to be successful in district courses. ● It is the student’s responsibility to see that a parent or guardian telephones the attendance office on the morning of each absence. ● If the absence is not excused by the end of school day, parents will be contacted at home or at work via our auto-dialer system ● Students and guardians have 72 hours to clear an absence, otherwise it will be recorded as a ​ ​ truancy (families should check Aeries for daily attendance updates.) ● Students who are considered truant from school during the day of an activity or athletic contest may not be allowed to participate in that event. ● Students with 14 or more unexcused absences will receive a truancy letter.

Attendance Referral Process A student is considered truant after having more than 14 unexcused absences. A bi-weekly attendance report is evaluated to identify students early on and provide the necessary intervention. The goal is to decrease the number of absences and identify the reasons behind those absences in order to provide the student and family with support.

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Tardy Policy Students are tardy if they are not in the classroom when the bell rings. Arriving late to class will ​ ​ result in detention. The tardy policy has been implemented to assist students getting to class on time.

Tardy Sweeps Tardy Sweeps will take place periodically. These are done to ensure that students arrive to class on time. They may occur at any period throughout the day. Any student late to class during a Tardy Sweep will be given Community Service during lunch, detention, or Thursday/Saturday School. Once caught, students must hand over their School ID Card. ​ ➢ Students found out of class without an ID card may be subject to Community Service and an After-School Detention. Student must replace lost ID cards.

CONSEQUENCES FOR UNEXCUSED TARDIES/ABSENCES* ​

5 or More Tardies 5 or More Truancies/Unverified Absences (Level I) (After receipt of notification...) Thursday School ● Saturday School; or ● For students on a sports/extracurricular team, losing the privilege of participating in team-related activities (practices, contests, etc.) for one week and attending after-school tutorial ​ ​

10 or more Tardies 10 or More Truancies/Unverified Absences (Level II) (After receipt of notification...) Saturday School ● Parent/guardian meeting for attendance contract AND ● Thursday and Saturday School; or ● For students on a sports/extracurricular team, losing the privilege of participating in team-related activities (practices, contests, etc.) for one week and attending after-school tutorial ​ ​

15 or more Tardies 15 or More Truancies/Unverified Absences (Level III) ● 2 Saturday Schools; or ​ ​ Thursday and Saturday School ● Students on sports/extracurricular team will be dismissed for the semester *Consequences work towards developing students to be principled members of our school community; they are subject to updates as we continue to reflect on our practices. ** Students who do not show up to detention can be subject to ATS/Suspension/Behavior Contract

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CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE POLICY Each teacher will have his or her own discipline plan governing behavior in his or her particular classroom. This plan will involve: ● Class Expectations ● Consequences for students breaking class rules ● Parent/guardian contact procedures ● The final consequence will be a referral to the office

The teacher’s discipline plan will be communicated to the student and parents/guardians at the beginning of the year and will also be posted in a visible place in the classroom.

COURSE DROP POLICY San Mateo Union Board Policy - AR 5121: A student who drops a course during the first six weeks of the grading period may do so without any entry on his/her permanent record card. A student who drops a course after the first six weeks of the grading period shall receive an F grade on his/her permanent record, unless otherwise decided by the principal or designee because of extenuating circumstances.

Course Placement Activity: Timeline: February Teachers complete Google Doc for Student Recommendations for courses March Students Sign Up for Courses with Counselors IB Contracts provided to students with the expectation that students, parents and IB teachers sign-off identifying that the students and parents understand the expectations of IB courses. March/April Course Tally Generated April Decisions about how many sections to run per department are initially identified May Teachers will receive student sign-up list to verify proper placement in course, specifically for AS, IB and upper division math courses June Master Schedule placement and continued staffing discussions July By July 1, Admin will mail home students copies of classes that students signed up for. If student requests class change or level change, a parent must email or contact the Admin by July 15. Admin will consider request but is not obligated to make class change. nd August Student-Initiated Drops will be considered after the 2 ​ week of school ​ and reviewed by Counseling Committee. Final decisions made by the rd start of the 3 ​ week of school. ​ Teacher-initiated drops from a course can occur up to 6 weeks into the course. Conferencing will occur between teacher, counselor, parent and student before final decision is made.

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Mid-Semester changes and Semester schedule changes are discouraged. Exceptions will be provided for students in Support Classes or in need of Support Classes. Student initiated class changes will not be considered after the 2nd st ​ week of the 1 ​ semester. ​ nd Dropping Classes for 2 ​ Semester will not be considered. (Level ​ ​ change requests by students or teachers should be discussed 1st nd ​ semester for 2 ​ semester implementation, space permitting). ​ Note: These stated guidelines provide structure to class placement procedures, yet the administration reserves the right to consider unique and individual cases as needed.

DANCE POLICY Dances are an opportunity for students to socialize in a safe, supervised, and appropriate environment. Student behavior must reflect the district's mutual respect policy. To ensure a safe and memorable event, the following guidelines apply to all dances. For complete policy, refer to ​ Dance Contract. ● Dances on school sites are from 7-10 p.m. Prom from 8-12 midnight. ● Tickets must be purchased in advance. Dance Contracts must be signed and completed prior to purchasing tickets. No refunds will be given for any reason. ● Students with fines or truancies may not purchase tickets. No students on suspension or expulsion are admitted. ● All students, including guests, must bring a photo ID card and present it at check-in. ● Guest passes must be submitted no later than one week prior event. No middle school/junior high school students or guests who are 21 or over. ● Students’ bags, clothing, and pockets will be checked at the door. ● Doors close one hour after the dance begins. ● Students who leave the dance may not re-enter. ● Inappropriate or dangerous dancing is not allowed. ● Inappropriate clothing/dress is not allowed. ● Selling, possession of alcohol, controlled substance, or drug paraphernalia (e.g., vape pens), or being under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance will result in immediate removal from the dance and suspension from school along with possible legal consequences. ● Breathalyzers will be used in and out of dance at the discretion of the administration.

Failure to comply with the rules will result in removal from the dance and notification of parents/guardians, and other disciplinary action as determined by the school administration.

All students must have prior permission from the Dean or an Administrator to attend Homecoming, Winter Formal, or the Prom. Students may not attend if they have more than 5 unexcused absences within the 6-week grading period.

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DRESS CODE POLICY The school helps guide students towards becoming good citizens and participants in the work place and larger society. Part of this responsibility involves appropriate dress and personal ​ ​ ​ appearance. These two qualities greatly impact the public perception of Capuchino students and it ​ may often determine a person’s employability. School is the student’s place of business, and it is our goal that your academic performance matches how you present yourself at school.

The district recognizes that the type of clothing and style of hair are a matter of personal choice, yet the school must also remind students of the expectations held by an institution of learning for what is acceptable. Three primary factors influence the District's expectation for what is acceptable. Students are expected to dress in a manner that is not disruptive to the learning process, is safe, and does not construe gang affiliation. It is the school’s responsibility to provide a safe ​ school environment for students, therefore, we expect all students to adhere to the Capuchino dress code. The following items are examples of inappropriate attire and should not be worn at Capuchino. This list is representative but not all-inclusive. The Capuchino Administration may enforce rules for other violations unstated as they arise:

● Clothing that does not cover undergarments completely. Students should also not be barefoot. ● Clothing that does not cover torso. Shorts/skirts must be mid thigh length or longer. ● Clothing that promotes obscenity, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sex, or violence ● Clothing that demeans others with regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, etc. ● Clothing that indicates gang affiliation or in support of gang activity, such as dice, dollar signs, area codes, NorCal, N, S, X3, X4, XIII, XIV, Norte, Sur, W, Crip, Blood, VNL, LPL; “bling”; clothing that is RED or BLUE, including backpacks, accessories, make-up, ​ ​ belts, shoes, laces, etc., or as determined by the school administration and based on ​ consultation with the local law enforcement agency. Local professional team affiliations are permitted if the red or blue colors are not dominant--for example, Golden State Warriors attire should feature yellow, gold, or grey instead of blue, and for 49ers attire, gold or grey should be emphasized over red. ● Clothing that is excessively baggy or oversized, including hooded sweatshirts, t-shirts, shorts or pants ● Black hooded sweatshirts (hoodies) of any size, including plain hoodies. Unacceptable hoodies include logos such as NorCal, Thrasher, Adidas, etc. ● Tagging or gang-related writing on backpacks, school supplies, shoes or clothing is not permitted. ● Clothing, jewelry, or accessories which are potentially dangerous

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Violations will result in a change of clothing. The student may be required to go home and parents will be notified. Repeated violations will result in disciplinary action, including behavior or gang contract.

All Capuchino-wear and college gear are encouraged and acceptable.

Wear Green & Gold every FRIDAY!

ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY Students may have in their possession cell phones, mp3/ipods, laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices during the school day and during school-sponsored activities and events. However, except with the permission of the teacher or administrators, all such devices must be turned off during ​ instructional time and passing periods, except during an emergency such as a natural disaster. ​ ​ Student may use devices during brunch or lunch, but must put away items when the bell rings. The use of laptops and tablets is at the teacher’s discretion. Students are solely responsible for items.

Students who do not comply with this policy are subject to discipline, including the confiscation of the electronic device for the remainder of the school day or event.

1. First Offense: Teacher warning ​ 2. Second Offense: The electronic device is confiscated and logged in with the AP Assistant. ​ The device is returned to student at the end of the school day. ​ ​ 3. Third Offense: The electronic device is confiscated and logged in with the AP Assistant. ​ The device is returned to parent/guardian at the end of the school day. ​ ​ 4. Fourth Offense: The electronic device is confiscated and logged in with the AP Assistant. ​ Student will serve Thursday School. The device is returned after parent/guardian conference and a student contract.

*No student shall be prohibited from possessing or using an electronic signaling device that is determined by a licensed physician and surgeon to be essential for the health of the pupil and use of which is limited to purposes related to the health of the pupil.

OUT OF BOUNDS POLICY The following areas are considered out-of-bounds to students during the school day, unless under the direct supervision of a faculty member: ● Main Parking Lot ● Lower Practice Field, Tennis Courts, Softball Field, Baseball Diamond, Football Stadium, Track, Basketball Courts and Swimming Pool, Upper Gym, Main Gym** ● Stadium Parking Lot ● Bus Loop ● Back Access Road ● Upper Track, behind the Main Theater and Music Room

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● All Construction Zones *Students found in these areas are subject to disciplinary action. **Exceptions for school-sanctioned supervised activities

SEARCH OF STUDENTS AND PROPERTIES Board Policy 5145.12 School officials may search any individual student, his/her property, or district property under his/her control when there is a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover evidence that he/she is violating the law, Board policy, administrative regulation, or other rules of the district or the school. Reasonable suspicion shall be based on specific and objective facts that the search will produce evidence related to the alleged violation. The types of student property that may be searched by school officials include, but are not limited to, lockers, desks, purses, backpacks, student vehicles parked on district property, cellular phones, or other electronic communication devices.

TOLERANCE AND RESPECT FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF ● Respect others in words, deed, and action. We have zero tolerance for language that insults any person on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. ● Create a classroom environment that allows the teacher to teach and students to learn. ● Respect the campus. ● Be on time and prepared for class. ● Follow the directions of all adults.

STUDENT DISCIPLINE POLICY Every student is an individual and therefore all actions are viewed individually, within a scope of established consequences, with the discretion to assign appropriate discipline as necessary. To ensure adherence to expectations, a school-wide discipline plan has been established.

Capuchino High School’s progressive and restorative discipline plan is based on: ● The degree of the infraction committed by the student. ● Previous conduct of the student. ● Restoring harm and a sense of community

Unacceptable behavior will be remedied through progressive discipline that becomes more rigorous as the behavior of the student becomes more serious and/or frequent.

Once the student has progressed through the classroom discipline plan and continues to exhibit unacceptable behavior, he or she will be referred to the counselor, dean, and/or assistant principal. The student will be dealt with based on the seriousness of the offense and his or her previous conduct. Please see the following Progressive Behavior Flowchart that helps guide our discipline process. The chart is subject to updates as we continue to reflect on our practices.

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Infractions and misconduct are divided into three levels, each level having its own set of consequences. These levels will be used as guidelines by the administration in applying appropriate disciplinary consequences to students choosing to violate classroom and/or school

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Level I Level II Level III

Classroom disruption, Off Repeat Level I violations, Repeat Level II violations, task, Cutting class, Tardy to Disobeying school authority, Assault/battery, *Possession class, Out of Bounds, Failure to serve Teacher’s of controlled substance, Parking Violation, Using Detention, Forgery or alteration of *Possession of dangerous Bike, Skateboard/board or school documents or official object, *Tampering with Scooter on campus, records, Gambling, Violation of safety devices (e.g., fire Violation of Computer use Academic Integrity Policy, alarm), agreement, Unauthorized Committed an obscene act, used an *Explosive/firecrackers, use of electronic devices obscene gesture, or engaged in Gang-related activity, during class time or passing profanity or vulgarity, Use *Possession of knife, Sexual period, Laser pointer, profanity/vulgarity to intimidate harassment, *Stealing or Littering (including birthday others, Truancy, Possession or use possession of a stolen object, cake), Dress code violation of alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, or *Terrorist threats, Severe drug paraphernalia (e.g., vape repetition of Level II, pens, cartridges), School property *Attempting or committing damage, Fighting/play-fighting, sexual assault, *Brandishing Possession of stolen property, a knife, Use or under the Vandalism, Tagging, Graffiti, influence of a controlled Cyber-bullying (e.g., texts, substance, *Possession or Instagram, SnapChat, Facebook, selling a firearm, *Robbery etc.), Bullying, Pranks (e.g., or extortion, *Stealing over intentionally making false reports, $100.00, Force or violence Senior Pranks) upon staff member

*A police report will be filed.

Consequences/Interventions (subject but not limited to):

Teacher Detention, Referral Teacher Detention, Referral to Referral to the AP, Parent to the Dean, Parent phone Dean/AP, Parent phone Conference, District call, Teacher Conference, call/conference, Interventions interventions (BI, VAPE, Parent Conference, Referral (ATS, BI, SUP, VAPE), Suspension, SUP, ATS), Suspension, to Wellness Counselor, After-School Detention, Incident Review Conference, After-School Detention, Thursday/Saturday School, Formal Reprimand Contract, Thursday/Saturday School, Community Service, Restorative Expulsion, Police Report, Campus Clean-Up, Circle/Conference, Suspension of Suspension of School Suspension of School School Activity Privileges, Activity Privileges. Restitution of Damages, Incident

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Activity Privileges, Review Conference, Behavior Community Service Contract, Formal Reprimand Contract

District Interventions San Mateo Union High School District has a bold, common district goal to reduce suspensions and expulsions throughout the district and to decrease disproportionality as it relates to discipline procedures. District Goal # 2, as outlined by Superintendent Kevin Skelly, “to examine, analyze and ​ ​ improve our student support systems to meet the changing social-emotional health needs of our students with a reduction target of 20% decline in suspensions and expulsions as well as the expansion of restorative justice practices.”

RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICES The fundamental premise of Restorative Justice Practices (RJP) is that “human beings are happier, more cooperative and productive, and more likely to make positive changes in their behavior when people in positions of authority do things with them, rather than to them or for them.” There are ​ ​ ​ ​ two RJP tiers – “The Circle” which is the first step intervention piece and “The Conference” which is ​ ​ ​ ​ a non-punitive philosophical approach to discipline which repairs harm done, teaches accountability for offenses and how to move forward without shame.

THE CIRCLE The restorative circle structure establishes equality, safety, trust, responsibility, facilitation, ownership and community connections, as well as building a strong and supportive relationship among students and teachers in the classroom, improving academic performance. problem solving, reducing bullying and conflict. It gives students a chance to tell their stories and to participate in the classroom setting in a way that is very different from the traditional classroom structure.

THE RESTORATIVE CONFERENCE The first step of conferencing is the pre-conference. The pre-conference is conducted by an RJP facilitator. The offender(s) and victim(s) are interviewed separately in the pre-conference to establish criteria for a successful conference. The offender/offenders must admit to wrongdoing before the conference can be held. If all parties are in agreement the RJP conference is conducted. The goal of this conference is to repair the harm that has been done and to move forward without shame. There is an intended script that is strictly followed by the facilitator. At the end of the conference all parties come to an agreement and a contract is signed by all participants. Follow-up check ins as needed. This intervention is used within the discipline process.

ALTERNATIVE TO SUSPENSION (ATS) The purpose of the Alternative to Suspension Program is to provide an opportunity for students to contemplate, connect, to repair harm and to make positive decisions, reducing the time out of the classroom and focusing on increasing student academic success. Through this proactive intervention, students will be given tools to reduce negative behaviors by utilizing the Restorative Justice Practices Philosophy.

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Suspended students engage in structured, therapeutic time during suspension to address underlying causes of suspension and increase engagement in school upon reentry. Students who receive 1-3 day suspensions are eligible for this On-Campus Suspension Program by referral by a school dean or site administrator. At the discretion of the dean or site administrator, students may serve the first day of suspension at home and then opt to attend the On-Campus Suspension program for one day in lieu of serving the remainder of the suspension. A licensed MFT facilitates the program in collaboration with a SMUHSD PPS credentialed certificated staff member. The program operates during regular school hours (8am-3pm) on the campus of the Adult School, 789 Poplar Street, San Mateo.

BRIEF INTERVENTION PROGRAM (BI) Brief Intervention is a counseling intervention for students identified with: ​ ​ ​ ● Low level substance abuse. ● Short history of drug use ● Are unsure or ambivalent about changing their drug use ● Are experiencing few problems with their drug use

How does it work? BI consists of: ● 15 minute assessment interview with counselor/referrer ● Student pre survey (AADIS) ● 2 worksheet based 45-minute sessions with student and trained counselor. ● Optional parent session ● Contact with dean when program is completed ● Documentation in Aeries

What is the purpose of BI? The purpose of BI is: ● To provide a forum for the student to discuss their drug use, how it impacts their health, academics and relationships ● To support the student in setting healthy goals, making healthy decisions and reducing and/or stopping their drug use.

Why Brief Intervention? BI follows a Harm Reduction approach: ● Supporting the student’s effort to reduce use ● Individual sessions with counselor providing consistency, trust and change ● Empowers students to be accountable for their own positive change

How do Students Enter BIS (Behavior Intervention Sessions)? ● Mandated by disciplinary decision – in lieu of or in addition to suspension, ATS ● Self/Staff/Soft Referral (on their own accord)

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SUBSTANCE USE PROGRAM (SUP) This program is designed to help students turn their suspension into an opportunity for learning and growth. This six-week program will help students have an in-depth understanding of the dangers of drug/alcohol/substance use, increase self-awareness and emotional control, optimize decision-making skills, and develop better communication skills. This program may be used in-lieu of other discipline such as suspension and/or expulsion from school.

VAPE AWARENESS, PREVENTION, and EDUCATION (VAPE) This program is designed to help your student turn their suspension into an opportunity for learning and growth. This two-week program will help students have an in-depth understanding of the dangers of vaping, increase self-awareness and emotional control, optimize decision-making skills, and develop better communication skills. This program may be used in-lieu of other discipline such as suspension and/or expulsion from school.

SMUHSD STUDENT TECHNOLOGY POLICY Student “Bring You Own Device” - BYOD and Wireless Policy Providing students and staff with a 21st century digital learning environment is part of the SMUHSD ​ ​ core values. The SMUHSD allows students to bring their own technology devices (laptops, smart ​ ​ phones, e-readers, tablet computers, iPads, etc.) to use at specified times during the school day. Use ​ ​ of devices to enhance learning in the classroom will be pursued when deemed appropriate at ​ ​ individual teacher discretion. ​ ​

SMUHSD is providing wireless connectivity as a guest service. All users of the SMUHSD network are bound by the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Technology. By entering, “Accept” when prompted by SMUHSD Network, you are agreeing to all of the above cautions and policies as they pertain to non-district devices. Once on the SMUHSD network, all users will have filtered Internet access just as they would on a district owned device.

Google Apps for Education In addition to bringing their own devices, students will have access to their own Google Apps account, including Gmail, within the school’s domain. Find the link on our school’s web site to obtain instructions about how to log into your account.

With teacher approval, students may use their devices in the classroom to access and save information from the Internet, collaborate with other learners, and utilize the productivity tools available to them through their student Google Apps accounts such as:

● Google Calendar – Everyone can organize their schedules and share events, meetings and ​ entire calendars with others. ● Gmail – Each student will have an email account with 7 gigabytes of storage per account and ​ search tools to help them find information fast. ● Google Docs – Students and teachers can create documents, spreadsheets and presentations ​ and then collaborate with each other in real-time inside a web browser window. Word Processing, Presentations, Spreadsheets, and Forms are all part of Google Docs.

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● Google Sites – Create a site and edit it the same way you'd edit a document no technical ​ expertise required. Your site can bring together all the information you want to share, including docs, calendars, photos, videos and attachments.

Acceptable Use Policy SMUHSD provides students with access to the District’s electronic communications system for educational purposes. The electronic communications system is defined as the District’s network, servers, computers, mobile devices, peripherals, applications, databases, online resources, Internet access, email, and any other technology designated for use by students.

With this educational opportunity comes responsibility. While the District uses filtering technology and protection measures to restrict access to inappropriate material, it is not possible to absolutely prevent such access. It will be each student’s responsibility to follow the rules for appropriate and responsible use. Access to the SMUHSD network is a privilege and administrators and faculty may review files and messages to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are acting responsibly.

All students in SMUHSD must adhere to the following standards of acceptable use: ● The District may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and insure that users are using the system responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on district servers will always be private. ● Students are responsible at all times for their use of the District’s electronic communication system and must assume personal responsibility to behave ethically and responsibly, even when technology provides them the freedom to do otherwise. ● Students must log in and use the SMUHSD filtered wireless network during the school day on personal electronic devices. ● Students must not access, modify, download, or install computer programs, files, or information belonging to others. ● Students must not waste or abuse school resources through unauthorized system use (e.g. playing online games, downloading music, watching video broadcasts, participating in chat rooms, etc.). ● Students must not alter computers, networks, printers or other equipment except as directed by a staff member. ● Technology, including electronic communication, should be used for appropriate educational purposes only and should be consistent with the educational objectives of SMUHSD. ● Students must not release personal information on the Internet or electronic communications. ● Personal SMUHSD network access information should not be conveyed to other students or attempts be made to use anyone else’s accounts. ● If a student finds an inappropriate site or image, he or she must immediately minimize the program and contact the instructor.

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● Students must not create/publish/submit or display any materials/media that are abusive, obscene, sexually oriented, threatening, harassing, damaging to another’s reputation, or illegal and should report any instances encountered. ● Students shall adhere to all laws and statutes related to issues of copyright or plagiarism. ● Violation of any of these standards may result in suspension of computer use, Internet privileges and/or other disciplinary action.

Frequently Asked Questions 1. I brought my device to school to use in the classroom, but my teacher said I couldn’t use it in her classroom. Can I still use it? The teacher in the classroom has the final say on procedures in the classroom. If he or she asks you not to use your device, then you should follow those directions. Access is available but not guaranteed for each classroom situation. 2. I am uncertain on specific policy regarding times and locations my personal device can be used during the school day. Exactly when am I allowed? I have my laptop/mobile device with me in class. How do I get on the Internet now? Most laptops or other personal technology devices (smart phones), will detect a wireless connection when you are near one. Your device should prompt you to join an available network. When prompted, choose the student wireless ID from the list (for example: CHS). Once you choose this network and open an Internet browser, you will log in using your SMUHSD network username and password. 3. My laptop is not prompting me to choose a wireless network. Is there another way to connect? In the settings menu of your device, there is usually a network access icon. Go to this icon and choose your campus student wireless ID from the list or prompt your computer to look for wireless networks in range. Always consult your device’s owner’s manual for exact directions for accessing a wireless network. 4. I just can’t get my laptop to connect to the network. Can I get some help from someone? It is not the responsibility of your teachers or other SMUHSD staff to troubleshoot individual devices during the school day. Check your owner’s manual for issues concerning connectivity. 5. What if my laptop or phone is stolen or damaged? What recourse can I take? Students bring electronic communication devices to school at their own risk, just like any other personal item. The district will not be held responsible if an electronic device or other item is lost, stolen, or misplaced, including those that have been confiscated. 6. I don’t have my own electronic communications device to bring to school. Will I be penalized or miss out on instruction? No! It is not mandatory for students to bring a device, even if they do own one. When electronic devices are used to enhance learning in the classroom, students without a personal device will be provided access to an appropriate district owned digital device. Keep in mind that learning can be enhanced greatly for the entire class even if only a handful of students have a device! 7. Is it required that I use the SMUHSD wireless? Can I use my own 3G or 4G service? It is absolutely required that you use the district filtered wireless and is stated as such in the Acceptable Use Policy. Using your own wireless provider during school is a breach of both agreements and the violation will result in confiscation of your device. Student filtering is

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required by federal law of all public schools. The Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requires all network access to be filtered, regardless of the tool you use to access it while in a public school. Your laptop or phone is the device. The network you are using while at school belongs to SMUHSD and will be filtered. 8. Am I still held accountable for the Acceptable Use Policy (“AUP”) I signed at the beginning of the school year even though this is my own personal computer? Yes. The Acceptable Use Policy for SMUHSD remains in effect even when you are using your own laptop, smart phone, iPad etc. Each time you attempt to access the network at school you will be prompted to accept the terms of service which include the AUP. Violating the terms of the AUP would be violation of school rules and would be dealt with by a campus administrator. 9. Am I allowed to connect my laptop to an open network port and gain access to the internet? No. SMUHSD is only providing access to personal devices through the wireless network. 10. Are there any guidelines that must be followed when I’m using my device on the proper wireless and during the designated times at school? Use of electronic communications devices during the school day is a privilege. Adherence to the guidelines below is essential to maintaining an academic environment and the integrity of the classroom.

GUIDELINES: ● Using functions on electronic devices in any manner that disrupts the educational environment, from within or from outside the classroom, or violates the rights of others, including, but not limited to using the device to cheat, violate school conduct rules, harass or bully staff or students or use their device for unlawful purposes will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including suspension, expulsion and will be reported to the local authorities.

● Using any device that permits recording the voice or image of another in any way that either disrupts the educational environment, invades the privacy of others, or is made without the prior consent of the individuals being recorded is prohibited. Also, using any device that permits recording the voice or image of another to take, disseminate, transfer or share audio, images, video or photographs that reveal private parts of the body that are ordinarily covered by clothing is prohibited. The possession of pornographic images or video on any electronic device is prohibited.

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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS AND PROGRAMS

SAN MATEO UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS English 40 credits Mathematics 30 credits (Including ​ Social Science 35 credits Algebra & Geometry) Physical Education 20 credits World Language 20 credits Science 20 credits (10 credits must Fine and Performing Arts 10 credits ​ meet the D or F required in Health 5 credits the U.C. “a-g” list) CTE 10 credits Elective Credits 40 credits All graduates must complete a minimum of 220 credits of coursework.

ATHLETICS AND EXTRACURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY To be eligible to participate in Athletics and Extracurricular activities, which includes student government, drama productions, clubs and/or to serve as class representatives, a student must: ● Meet minimum academic standards ● Have passed 25 units of coursework the previous grading period ● Have a minimum GPA of 2.00 in all enrolled courses during the previous grading period ● Not have more than 1 failing grade *Eligibility is recalculated each six-week grading period.

To be eligible to participate in athletic activities, a student must do the following: 1. Maintain on file an annual Physical Examination Form (pp. 51-52) and “Clearance Packet” including the signature of a parent or guardian 2. Provide insurance verification 3. Complete the emergency data card *The above items must be completed and on file prior to the start of the season of participation before a student will be permitted to participate.

F all Season (September through mid November) Women’s’: Frosh/Soph and Varsity: Cross-Country, Tennis, Volleyball, Golf, Water Polo Men’s: Frosh/Soph and Varsity: Cross-Country, Football, Water Polo

Winter Season (Mid November through mid February) Women’s: Frosh/Soph and Varsity: Basketball: Soccer, and Wrestling. Men’s: Frosh/Soph and Varsity: Basketball, Soccer, and Wrestling.

Spring Season (Mid February through May) Women’s: Frosh/Soph and Varsity: Track & Field, Badminton, Softball and Swimming. Men’s: Frosh/Soph and Varsity: Track & Field, Badminton, Baseball, Golf, Tennis, and Swimming.

Spirit Squad is a year-round sport and requires eligibility each grading period. ​

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AVID PROGRAM Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) targets students in the academic middle who have the desire to go to college and the willingness to work hard. AVID at Capuchino has become a bridge to the IB program. At the 9th & 10th grade levels, we focus on the skills needed to succeed in high school (note-taking, time management, organization, etc.) & provide students an environment where they are comfortable & confident to enroll in IB classes for their junior & senior years.

At the 11th & 12th grade levels, the focus shifts to preparing students for college. Besides learning about what it takes to be accepted to a four-year university, the class emphasizes on skills necessary to actually graduate from college. The AVID curriculum was developed by high school teachers working together with college professors.

The class is an academic elective & students are recruited for the class based on family, teacher, & counselor recommendations. Please contact your counselor with any questions or if you would like to recommend your student for AVID.

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Capuchino High School offers a variety of vocational education courses. Throughout the four years of high school, a student may take such courses as Animation, Art of Video, Computer Science, Foods and Nutrition, and Green Construction.

COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS It is Capuchino’s goal that every student is prepared to go to college upon graduation and making plans as early as their freshman year is critical to be eligible for many colleges that are selective and competitive. The following guidelines pertain to students seeking college admission in the Fall 2015.

The UC/CSU Subject (a-g) Requirements (e.g., UCLA, UC Berkeley, SJSU, SFSU) ​ Students interested in attending a UC school should be in the top 12.5% of high school seniors. Those students interested in attending a CSU school should be in the top 33% of high school seniors. Both UC and CSU requirements are the following:

● 4 years of English ● 3 years of college preparatory mathematics, 4 years recommended for UC (Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus) etc. ● 2 years of history/social studies (American Government, US History, and World History). ● 2 years of laboratory science, 3 years recommended for UC (such as Biology and Chemistry or Physics). ● 2 years of foreign language, 3 years recommended for UC. ● 1 year of the same visual or performing arts (in sequence Art, Drama, Music, etc.) ● 1 year of an elective (from the subject areas above)

Examination Requirements

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● California State University – Take either the SAT or the ACT ● University of California – SAT or ACT; SAT Subject Tests are not required, but they're recommended for certain selective majors.

Private Colleges or Universities (e.g., Stanford, USC, St. Mary’s College, Columbia) ​ These schools vary widely in their admission policies, with some being extremely competitive and others being less so. Students should go online, see their counselor or visit the Career Center for specific information. Many times the financial packages at private colleges or universities are more generous.

The Community College System (e.g., Skyline, College of San Mateo) ​ These colleges are a good choice if you wish to attend for one or two years to prepare for a vocation, if you are not sure of your academic field of study, if for financial reasons you want to stay near home, or if you wish to prepare for a 4-year college by transfer. The requirements include: ● A high school diploma, a certificate of proficiency, or the age of 18. ● No admission tests are required, but placement tests may be required upon enrollment.

COUNSELORS All students are assigned to a counselor by last name, except students in special programs. Students with IEPs should check with their case manager regarding their assigned counselor.

Counselors help students plan high school pathway, prepare college plans, and address social/emotional health. Students having difficulty with a subject or who are experiencing social/emotional or personal problems are encouraged to speak with a counselor in working out possible solutions. To make an appointment to see the counselor, email or call them directly.

Counselors meet one-on-one every spring semester to plan students’ courses for the following year. Families are encouraged to call counselors if they have any questions or concerns. Assistance with Spanish/English translation is readily available.

FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE TEAMS The Freshman & Sophomore Team program at Capuchino High school is a small learning community designed to support the successful transition of 9th grade students from middle to high school and to then continue to support successful academic skills and habits for 10th grade ​ students. Within the teams, academic and emotional supports are provided to help students build the essential educational skills needed to obtain an excellent college preparatory education. The teams focus on two essential areas: personalization and academics. Through such focus, the teams at Capuchino create a climate and structure for students and teachers where all participants know each other well enough to provide appropriate structural support for students’ academic success during their first two years at Capuchino.

The teams are interdisciplinary and include four courses at the 9th grade level - science, English, ​ history and health - and three courses at the 10th grade level - English, history & science. Every ​

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Team Goals ● For students, the Freshman & Sophomore Teams will foster a cultural identity that promotes ​ the skills necessary for academic successes. ● For teachers, the Freshman & Sophomore Teams will promote professional growth and ​ collaboration that extends from the team to the school community.

For more information, contact the Team Coordinator, Alicia Vosberg at [email protected] ​

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMME (IB) The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program is a challenging two-year curriculum for Junior and Senior students. It leads to a qualification that is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities. Students learn more than a collection of facts. The Diploma Programme prepares students for university and encourages them to: ● Ask challenging questions ● Learn how to learn ● Develop a strong sense of their identity and culture ● Develop the ability to communicate with and understand people from other countries and cultures. Students entering the 9th grade with an interest in the IB Program should speak with a Counselor and enroll in Pre-IB courses.

IB Program Coursework: Juniors and Seniors take IB courses in following six subject areas: ● English ● World Languages (French or Spanish offered) ● Individuals and Society (Social Studies sequence and Psychology) ● Mathematics ● Experimental Sciences ● Electives and or Arts *These course requirements can be fulfilled at the most rigorous level over two years called "Higher Level" or can be taken as a one-year course called "Standard Level." All IB courses are college-level ​ work and upon an acceptable exam score can earn college credit. ​

IB Essentials ● College-level work (noted as the best college-preparatory program anywhere) with the ability to earn "advanced standing" to the college of your choice. ● Students are working to international standards with their assessments being scored externally by the international office as well as by site teacher.

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● The curriculum is inter-related and therefore, integrated as the IB team works for cross-purpose projects for students. ● Globalism and international understanding is the focus of all courses. ● Projecting well-rounded students and able learners who serve the community are physically active, and enjoy the arts (CAS requirement). ● The IB Philosophy is to "show what you know" and allows for individualization and choice for students vs. traditional testing methods.

The IB Diploma vs. the IB Certificate: The IB Diploma Candidate satisfies the following requirements: ​ ● Three Higher Level Courses (exams to be taken in the senior year) ● Three Standard Level Courses (two exams may be taken in the junior year) - The course work sequence is noted above and aligns with our district graduation as well as college entrance requirements. ● Exams in these six courses with a cumulative score of 24 ● 150 hours of CAS (community, action, and service) ● 4000 word Extended Essay (a faculty advisor will be selected to assist) ● Theory of Knowledge Seminar Class (TOK: how we know what we know)

The IB Certificate Candidate can take any course singularly and the accompanying exam to earn college credit for that course alone. This allows students to choose to participate fully or modify their program as they enter their senior year.

For more information, contact the IB Coordinator Martee Lopez-Schmitt at 558-2721 or [email protected] or the IB Assistant, Silvia Beas at 558-2746 or [email protected] ​ ​

STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND CLUBS Leadership is an opportunity for students to reach out to the student body and show their school spirit. The class is divided into different commissions and councils, which are responsible for organizing events such as dances, rallies, lunch time games, student recognition programs, and activities to help unite each class. Leadership also requires being a role model in all aspects of school life. All students are encouraged to participate in clubs and organizations. For details, please visit our website.

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SCHOOL ORDER FORM Instructions: 1. Write a separate check for each item purchased. Cash is preferred. 2. Make checks payable to Capuchino High School. Write item in subject line. ​ ​ 3. For each item purchased, enclose check or cash in a separate envelope and write student’s name, grade, and item purchased on the front of envelope. ------□ Physical Education Uniform ● All students are expected to wear a uniform to their physical education class every day. ○ Student must wear a green shirt and black shorts or athletic pants such as leggings or sweatpants. The Capuchino PE uniform may be purchased from any PE teacher. ● Proper and appropriate athletic shoes are also required. Flip-flops, sandals, Uggs and Toms are not acceptable shoes for PE. ● Students are assigned a combination lock and locker for the year. Unreturned locks will result in a $5 fine. Students are responsible for locking up their belongings. ● Capuchino T-shirts and shorts may be pre-paid at Freshman Registration or during class from their teacher. Uniforms are handed out during the first week of school. ○ $15 shorts (size S – 3X) ○ $15 t-shirt (size S – 3X) ○ Write checks payable to “Capuchino HS” – subject line “PE” ------□ Yearbook - $75 ● Don’t wait for the price to go up in December! ● Purchase your 2018-2019 Yearbook early! ● How to order early: 1. On Registration Day $75 cash or check payable to “Capuchino HS” – subject line … ​ ​ “Yearbook” 2. Online chs.smuhsd.org – look for the “Purchase Yearbook Here” link ------□ PAL Sticker - $15 ● Support all of Capuchino's Student Activities through the purchase of a PAL sticker! ● Enjoy discounts on all dances, games, events, Capuchino clothing and more by purchasing a ​ ​ PAL sticker. ● All students involved in sports, activities and clubs are encouraged to purchase sticker to support the programs they belong to. ● The sticker will be printed on the student body identification card on Registration Day. ● PAL Sticker costs $15 ​ o Write checks payable to “Capuchino HS” – subject line “PAL”

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PARENT ORGANIZATION DONATION FORMS

Instructions:

1. Write a separate check for each DONATION item. Cash is accepted.

2. For each donation item, attach check or cash to appropriate form and enclose in a separate envelope. Write student’s name, grade, and organization on the front of envelope.

3. All forms may be submitted at Registration Day or dropped off in the front office any day thereafter. Electronic payments can also be made via this website: https://squareup.com/store/CHSAA-Capuchino-High-School ​ Attached Forms:

1. CHSAA-Sports Boosters: Sports Season Pass - $55 (see p. 47)

2. CHSAA (one check for any or multiple of the organizations below): a. CAPeople - PTO Donation - $____ (see p. 46) b. IB Boosters - $20 c. Drama Boosters - $20 d. All Booster Groups - $____

3. CHSAA Growth Fund – Various Amounts (see p. 49)

All Booster Groups are part of the Capuchino High School Alumni Association (CHSAA), a 501(c)3 entity. Donations are deductible as allowed by the extent of tax laws. Tax ID is 32-0195260.

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CAPeople PTO- Parent Teacher Organization

CAPeople strives to create community by connecting parents to Capuchino. Participate, support the PTO, and donate this year!

PARTICIPATE

September 5, 8AM-9AM - Welcome to our new principal and new families September 22 , 9AM-12PM - Family/Student service project to improve Capuchino November 13, 6:30-7:25 PM - Spotlight on curriculum December 7 - Staff and Faculty Holiday Breakfast sponsored by the PTO February 12, 6:30-7:25 PM - Family Education Event March 15, 6-8 PM - Paint Party and Farmer’s Market April 9 , 6:30-7:25 PM - Recognition Event May 17 - Staff and Faculty Breakfast sponsored by the PTO

SUPPORT

● Amazon – Register through the smile program. Go to smile.amazon.com and upgrade your setting to “Capuchino ​ ​ ​ High School Alumni Association.” A percentage of your purchase prices will be directed back to the school. ● eScrip - Go to escrip.com and fill in your contact information/create a password. Then select CAPeople as your ​ ​ ​ ​ school or nonprofit. Our Group ID: #152234878. Register the debit/credit cards you usually use. That’s it! CAPeople PTO will get a percentage of your purchases at Lucky, SaveMart, Lunardi’s, Mollie Stones. If you already have an account, please update it to include CAPeople as a benefiting non-profit. ● Office Depot in Millbrae – Tell the clerk you are with Capuchino High when you are checking out and a ​ percentage of your purchase will be directed back to the school.

The PTO is a 501 (c) 3 organization with tax id: 32-0195260. For more information, contact: [email protected] ______

DONATE Your contribution helps support our school activities! ​ ​

Name ______Phone______

Email______

Student(s) name and grade ______

Donation amount: ______

Please make checks payable to “CHSAA-PTO” and bring this form and payment to the school office or mail to: CAPeople, Capuchino High School, 1501 Magnolia Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066.

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CHSAA-SPORTS BOOSTERS 2018-19 Football & Basketball Season Family Pass

➢ If you enjoy watching Capuchino football and basketball games, you will want to purchase a Family Pass!

➢ The pass will admit two adults and two children (up to 13 years old) to all District athletic season games.

➢ The Family Pass is $55 by check or cash, or $60 if you pay by credit card, see payment options below.

➢  Yes, send me ______Family Pass(es) @ $55 each (if paying by cash or check) ​

➢ Family passes can be purchased for $60 at the Square store link below

○ https://squareup.com/store/capuchinosportsboosters

Family Pass questions, please contact: Kirsten Pinochi [email protected]

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Please return this form with your check or cash to: CHSAA-Sports Boosters

Name on Pass: ______

Phone Number: ______

Mailing Address: ______

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Capuchino’s many family groups support students, teachers, and programs. Now that your students are teens, reaching their independence and making their own decisions, they need just as much support, if not more. They still need YOU to be a part of their lives, just in a different way. Help us strengthen our Capuchino Community by joining one or more of our family groups. Detailed information about each of these parent organizations is available on the school website, https://www.smuhsd.org/capuchinohigh, under the ‘Families’ tab, then click on ‘Parent/Guardian Organizations.’ ​ ​

CAPeople – Capuchino’s Parent Teacher Organization is the heart of the school, supporting students, parents and ​ teachers. Please join us at meetings and events outlined on p. 46.

IB Boosters – We are the only school in the district that offers the highly acclaimed International Baccalaureate ​ ​ Programme. You can support your pre-IB and IB students and the program by joining to help bolster our activities. ​ ​ Drama Boosters – Support the arts and help us continue to produce drama productions. Your generous donation ​ ​ will go directly to improving productions in the form of lighting, costume, set materials and supplemental staffing. ​ ​ Music Boosters – Support music at Capuchino by contributing to our music program. We raise funds to help support ​ ​ our band reviews with travel expenses and meals, musical instrument repair and uniforms. ​ ​ Sports Boosters – Support your student athlete and Capuchino athletics. We keep sports alive by helping to offset ​ ​ costs with the summer fireworks stand and the winter crab feed. Sports Boosters meetings follow the PTO meetings ​ on Tuesdays. A voluntary contribution is requested when your child makes a team.

Latino Parents Organization – This group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month for bilingual support for ​ ​ ​ ​ parents and students to provide guidance during the high school years and is affiliated with CAPeople. ​ ​

Black Parents Association – We are a district-wide group open to all ethnicities to promote quality education and ​ ​ offer the best support to students and parents. Meetings are the first Tuesday monthly at San Mateo High School.

The booster groups are under the Capuchino High School Alumni Association (CHSAA), a 501(c) (3) entity; tax id of 32-0195260.

...... (cut here and return to the school office) ...... ​ ​ We appreciate your support of our family groups. Please consider making donations to one or more of the groups below. Fill out below and attach (staple) a single check made payable to CHSAA or cash and return this form ​ ​ ​ ​ to the school office. ____ $__ CAPeople ____ $20 IB Boosters ____ $20 Drama Boosters ____ $__ I would like to support all of Capuchino’s Booster Groups ____ Please contact me, I’d like more information about the Black Parents Association ____ Please contact me, I’d like more information about the LPO, Latino Parents Organization

Electronic payments can also be made via this Website: https://squareup.com/store/CHSAA-Capuchino-High-School ​ Parent/Guardian Name: Student Name(s) and Grades(s): Guardian Phone #: Guardian Email: One of the excellent schools in the San Mateo Union High School District

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CAPeople Membership Capuchino High School’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

We are the heart of the community between the school district, administration, teachers, parents and students at Capuchino. Stay a part of your teen’s life by participating in the PTO. It’s a great opportunity to meet the administration and other parents and find out about what is going on at school. We need and value your input. Please join and help us to make Cap the best place it can be.

What does my donation go towards? ● Student Scholarships ● Funding for Special Programs and Projects for Students ● Teacher Appreciation Activities

For more information, contact [email protected].

IB Parents Booster Organization

The International Baccalaureate Parents Booster Group is for the parents of students in grades 9-12 who are involved with the Pre-IB and the IB certificate or diploma program. We support IB students and teachers, provide special recognition awards for IB students, and support and sponsor the annual Senior IB Recognition Reception and Winter Reunion though donations and fundraising.

The IB Program is an exceptional opportunity for our students. Capuchino is the only school in the San Mateo Union School District that offers this rigorous program and we want to show our support to the students and faculty. The IB Boosters meet 2-3 times a year and most of the other communications are by email. Please get involved and make a difference.

We request a donation of $20 per family. For more information, or if you would like to help during the year, contact us at [email protected]. ​ ​

Drama Boosters

The Capuchino Drama Boosters work to support the Theatre Arts Program by promoting and advocating the study and performance of theatre at Capuchino High School. We work closely with the Drama instructor and directors to provide direct support and funding for theatrical productions and we provide scholarships for graduating seniors who have been involved in Theatre Arts at Capuchino.

We welcome parents of drama students, parents of students involved in the productions and anyone who would like to support Theatre Arts at Capuchino. We are asking for a $20 donation per family.

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Music Boosters

We are the Capuchino Music Boosters and our primary goals are: ● To support the efforts of the music department in bringing opportunities, resources and experiences that will improve the learning of music for all of our students. ● To enhance the everyday facilities and environments that our director and our students work in. ● To educate, involve and advocate the importance of maintaining the music program to provide a well-rounded education for all high school students.

In order to see that these goals are met, we really need everyone’s help! We welcome parents of students in our music classes, music program, and anyone who wants to help!

The Capuchino Music Boosters provides funding through donations and fundraising to support the music program at Capuchino. For more information, contact Mr. Scott Souza at [email protected] ​ or (650) 558-2734.

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

PHYSICAL FORMS (Required for 9th Graders, Transfer Students, & All Athletes)

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2018-2019 Capuchino Student Handbook Guardian-Student Acknowledgement Form

Student’s name: ______Grade level: ______(Please print neatly.)

We have read the Capuchino High School Student handbook. We acknowledge and agree to cooperate with all the policies, procedures, and expectations outlined below:

______School procedures and information (pages 14-21); policies (pages 22-38)

______Attendance policy, tardy and truancy consequences (pages 24-25)

______Dress code (pages 28-29)

______Electronic Devices & Technology policies (pages 29, 35-38)

______Course Drop Policy (page 26)

______Online Portals (Aeries, Canvas, Anonymous Alerts (pages 15-17)

Students and families are expected to have Canvas and Aeries accounts to stay informed of academic and attendance progress.

Student’s Signature: ______Date: ______Signature required

Parent’s/Guardian’s Signature: ______Date: ______Signature required

Note that this form must be completed before the school registration process can be completed.