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Putnam City Pirates 2019-2020 Student Handbook 1 PUTNAM CITY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT HANDBOOK 2019-2020 PRINCIPAL Brett Bradley ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS COUNSELORS Tami Taylor – Seniors Mary Greene –A-Da Derek Hall – Juniors Matt Parham – De-He Isaac McCord - Sophomores Stephanie Boykin – Hi-Mi Romel Muex – Freshmen A-K Eric Boyles – Mo-R Erin Mitchell – Freshmen L-Z Jayme Carroll – S-Z Brenda Stinnett – College Transitions Angela Merriman – Francis Tuttle Liaison 5300 Northwest 50th Street Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73122 PHONE:(405) 789-4350 FAX: (405) 789-1662 http://www.putnamcityschools.org/pchigh 2 SCHOOL VISION All Pirates will be college and career ready! SCHOOL GOAL The goal of Putnam City High School is for all students to be equipped to become global citizens through providing educational experiences that prepare them to attend college, seek career training, and develop humanitarian interests. SCHOOL FIGHT SONG For when the Putnam Pirates fall in line We’re going to win this game another time For the high school team we’ll yell and yell For the team that we all love so well, so well We’re going to fight, fight, fight for every score We’re going to win this game and win some more We’re going to leave the others way behind, every time Cheer, gang, cheer!!! HISTORY Putnam City High School had its first graduating class in 1919, with 3 students. The community has given wonderful support through the years in order that a first-rate school system could be maintained. Territorially speaking, the Putnam City School district spreads over 50 square miles. The territory includes Oklahoma City, Bethany, and Warr Acres city limits. HANDBOOK DISCLAIMER This student handbook is composed of most of the rules and regulations that students need to know while attending Putnam City High School. However, it does not include every rule, regulation, qualification, or other relevant information of the district or building. Putnam City Schools will not waive students’ responsibilities simply because a state regulation, district, or building policy is not included in this handbook. We will make every effort reasonably possible to see that students are informed either verbally or in writing. However, it is the students' responsibility to know the rules that they must live by at Putnam City High School. Students and/or parents wishing to see the policies and standards for the school district and/or building may view a copy of these documents in the principal's office. Students and/or parents wishing to see the policies and standards for any club or organization may view a copy of these documents in the Activity Director's office. In addition, District policies and regulations may be viewed on the Putnam City Schools website at www.putnamcityschools.org. Any changes made in state law and/or School Board Policy, after this handbook has gone to press, may require information in this handbook to be amended. An addendum reflecting changes in policy or state law will be issued as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you or your student. This does not exempt parents or students from making themselves aware of rules and policies outlined in this handbook. Please feel free to call the school at 789-4350 if we can be of any assistance in questions you may have. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS PUTNAM CITY SCHOOLS CALENDAR…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…5 Daily Schedules………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....6 ACADEMICS 8 ATHLETICS 8 ATTENDANCE 9 ACTIVITY CLASSES 10 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS ___11 DISCIPLINE 12 FACILITIES 19 STUDENT PARKING 20 SCHOOL SAFETY 20 SERVICES 20 4 5 PC High Bell Schedules for 2019-2020 Main Bell Schedule PLC Wednesday Schedule 1st Hour 8:00 8:50 1st Hour 8:45 9:25 2nd 8:56 9:52 2nd Hour 9:30 10:10 Hour/Anncmt. 3rd Hour 9:58 10:48 3rd Hour 10:15 10:55 4th Hour/1st Lunch 10:54- Class 11:30- 4th Hour/1st Lunch 11:00- Class 11:35- Lunch 11:24 12:21 Lunch 11:30 12:15 4th Hour/2nd Class 10:54- Lunch 11:51- 4th Hour/2nd Class 11:00- Lunch 11:45- Lunch 11:45 12:21 Lunch 11:40 12:15 5th Hour 12:27 1:18 Pirate Time 12:20 12:50 6th Hour 1:24 2:14 5th Hour 12:55 1:35 7th Hour 2:20 3:10 6th Hour 1:40 2:20 7th Hour 2:25 3:10 AM Alternative Schedule PM Alternative Schedule 1st Hour 8:00 8:35 1st Hour 8:00 8:50 2nd Hr./Annc 8:41 9:21 2nd Hr/Annc 8:56 9:52 Assembly 9:27 10:07 3rd Hour 9:58 10:48 Lun 10:54- Class 11:30- 3rd Hour 10:13 10:48 4th Hr/1st Lunch 11:24 12:21 4th Hour/1st Lunch 10:54- Class 11:30- 4th Hr/2nd Class 10:54- Lun 11:51- Lunch 11:24 12:21 Lunch 11:45 12:21 4th Hour/2nd Class 10:54- Lunch 11:51- 5th Hour 12:27 1:02 Lunch 11:45 12:21 5th Hour 12:27 1:18 6th Hour 1:08 1:15 6th Hour 1:24 2:14 Assembly 1:15 1:50 7th Hour 2:20 3:10 6th Hour 1:55 2:30 7th Hour 2:36 3:10 Semester Test 1st / 2nd Hour 8:00 9:35 3rd / 4th Hour 9:41 11:16 5th/6th Hour & Lunch Class 1st Lunch 11:22 – 11:52 11:58 – 1:33 5th / 6th Hour & Class Lunch 2nd Lunch 11:22 – 12:57 1:03 – 1:33 7th Hr - Day 1 1:39 3:10 Release- Day 2 1:39 3:10 6 LUNCH SCHEDULE Lunch Schedule (Standard) Lunch Class 1st Lunch 10:54-11:24 11:30-12:21 2nd Lunch 11:51-12:21 10:54-11:45 Lunch Schedule (Wednesday) Lunch Class 1st Lunch 11:00- 11:30 11:35- 12:15 2nd Lunch 11:45 – 12:15 11:00- 11:40 Building Hours The building is open to students 30 minutes before and after the first and last bell. Putnam City High School offices will close at 3:30 pm. All students must be out of the building at this time. The only exception to this is students who are in the building with a sponsor, who are attending credit recovery, detention, or a club or sports activity. 7 PUTNAM CITY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMICS The entire staff of Putnam City High School is dedicated to providing best, first instruction through planning, building relationships, and providing feedback to ALL students. We hope through all of your classes here at PC High to help ALL of our Pirates become college and career ready. Parents are encouraged to take an active role in the educational process, and to communicate openly with teachers, counselors, and administrators in helping to provide maximum educational opportunities for the students at Putnam City High School. STUDENT IN GOOD STANDING A “Student in Good Standing” is defined as any student who: ü Is passing all classes, and not on academic probation ü Has not been suspended from school for discipline reasons ü Is attending class on time and on a regular basis A student must be a Student in Good Standing in order to participate in privileges and activities such as, but not limited to: student parking, school dances, extracurricular activities. The rationale behind the Student in Good Standing program as it relates to student success is to emphasize and support Putnam City High School’s commitment to the value of academics and good citizenship. When a student does not make good choices relating to passing classes and behaving politely and respectfully at school, or attending classes on a regular basis, then he/she also chooses not to participate in school related activities and events that are considered privileges. REPEATING CLASSES It is the belief of the entire staff at PCHS that students who give their best efforts will pass their classes. If a student fails a semester of any required class, he/she must retake the class in summer school at a cost of $225 per semester, after school in credit recovery, or on Saturday mornings. Credit recovery and Saturday school is free of charge. Students will have one opportunity to pass these classes during the regular school day, and after that, the classes must be taken on the student’s time and at the student/parents’ expense. Until these classes are passed, the student will not meet graduation requirements. ATHLETICS Putnam City Pirates compete at the 6A level. It is our goal to create a positive environment and opportunity for each athlete to become the best that he/she personally can be. Although winning is important, values such as sportsmanship, character, and leadership are the primary focus of Pirate Athletics. SPORTS OFFERINGS To enroll in a sport, students must have permission from the coach. While each sport has a competitive season, most sports practice year around and may have off season and summer requirements. Fall Sports: Fast-Pitch Softball, Volleyball, Football, Cross Country, Cheer, Pom, & Step Winter Sports: Basketball, Wrestling, Swimming, Cheer, Pom, & Step Spring Sports: Baseball, Soccer, Track, Golf, & Tennis ELIGIBILITY Eligibility checks are done each week starting with the third week of each term. Any questions concerning eligibility should be directed to administration. Students currently failing a class for the term will be ineligible for a one-week period (Monday through Sunday) following the Thursday check. Students who fail three (3) or more classes from the preceding term are not eligible during the first six (6) weeks of the new term.