Mabank High School Student/Parent Handbook

MABANK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK 2015-2016 Dedicated To Excellence Student Handbook 2015-2016 1 MABANK I.S.D. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Mabank Independent School District is to provide a comprehensive, innovative educational program preparing individuals to be successful, responsible citizens. MABANK HIGH SCHOOL VISION Through a strong partnership with the home, community, and school, we will provide an education that includes the needs of the whole student, understanding that all students can learn. Learning will be accomplished through promoting each student's self-esteem, mutual respect, cooperation, communication and providing activities to enhance the enjoyment for learning. The success of the school's vision can be measured by the practical application of the student's performance, pride and involvement in school, home and community. Statement of Non-Discrimination Mabank Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in its employment, practices, activities and programs. Age Act Coordinator: Assistant Superintendent, 903-880-1305, 310 E. Market St, Mabank, TX. El districto independiente de la escuela de Mabank no discrimina en base de la raza, del color, del origen nacional, de la edad, del sexo, o de la inhabilidad en su empleo, practicas, actividades y programas. Student Handbook 2015-2016 2 Mabank High School Student Handbook 2015-2016 Mabank High School Grades 9-12 18786 E. US Hwy 175 Mabank, Texas 75147 (903) 880-1600 FAX (903) 880-1603 Administrative and Office Staff Members Brad Koskelin Principal Joan Otten Associate Principal Arynn Rasmussen Assistant Principal (A-K) Chase Melton Assistant Principal (L-Z) Tracy Carter Athletic Director Shela Koskelin Career & Technology Director Rebecca Thompson Special Services Danielle Schumpert A-K Counselor Kathy Norman L-Z Counselor Robin Welch Freshman & Lead Counselor Leslie Luberg Administrative Asst. to the Principal Elaine Davis Administrative Asst. to the Asst. Principals Kristin Helm Office Receptionist Sherry Velez Attendance Shelah Cerveny Registrar Meredith Williams Data Entry Monica Gaddis School Nurse Mabank Independent School District Administrative Staff Members Dr. Russell Marshall Superintendent Linda K. McKee Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Scott Adams Assistant Superintendent of Finance Dena Mojica Curriculum Director Rebecca Thompson Special Programs Director Tracy Carter Athletic Director J.K. Hyde PEIMS/Technology Director Elizabeth Lovell Food Service Director Randy Welch Transportation Director Hunter Fisher Maintenance Director Student Handbook 2015-2016 3 August, 2015 Dear Students, Parents, and Community, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to Mabank High School. This campus has been staffed with a caring, compassionate, and supportive faculty who are dedicated to your students and their successes. The goal of this campus and district is to facilitate student learning and to have students graduate to become resourceful and productive citizens of their community. Mabank High School offers numerous clubs, organizations, and activities for students to become affiliated. Because a student's high school years should be filled with fond memories, it is our desire that they become involved and participate in co-curricular activities. However, in order for these co-curricular activities to be successful, we must have student participation and support from members of the community. I feel confident that working together, as a collective team, the students of Mabank High School will be successful at any endeavor they choose to pursue. The information presented in this handbook will update students, parents, and community members of the policies and procedures of Mabank High School. Please take time to review this handbook so there will be a clear understanding of the expectations of the campus. Each student is expected to attend school, work hard, and be courteous and respectful to all who they are associated with on campus. Students are responsible to know the contents of this handbook and if policies are violated, the faculty and staff will use this handbook as a guide to assess consequences if needed. The staff at Mabank High School is here to assist you whenever possible, so please do not hesitate to call or come by. Excellence is what we strive for in our school and we look forward to continuing to represent this community proudly. I look forward to a rewarding school year where our students will be successful and accomplish great things. Sincerely, Brad Koskelin Mabank High School Principal Student Handbook 2015-2016 4 MABANK DIRECTORY Administration Office 880-1300 Mabank High School 880-1600 310 E. Market St. Fax: 880-1303 18786 E. Highway 175 Fax: 880-1603 Dr. Russell Marshall, Superintendent Brad Koskelin, Principal Linda McKee, Asst. Superintendent Joan Otten , Associate Principal Scott Adams, Asst. Superintendent Arynn Rasmussen , Assistant Principal Dena Mojica, Curriculum Director Chase Melton, Assistant Principal JK Hyde, Technology Coordinator Mabank Junior High School 880-1670 Special Programs 880-1331 822 W. Mason Fax: 880-1673 Rebecca Thompson, Director Barbie Conrad, Principal Danielle Williams, Associate Principal John Miller, Dean of Students Athletics Department 880-1625 Tracy Carter, Athletic Director Mabank Intermediate School 880-1640 513 N. Third St. Fax: 880-1643 Maintenance Department 880-1337 Debbie DeRosa, Principal Hunter Fisher, Director Jenny Harstrom, Associate Principal Brent Fisher, Assistant Principal Transportation Department 880-1690 Randy Welch, Director Central Elementary 880-1380 19119 US 175 Fax: 880-1383 Chelsea Capehart, Principal Food Services 880-1315 Charity Groom, Associate Principal Elizabeth Lovell, Director Melissa Sullivan, Dean of Students, Early Childhood Program Coordinator Ext. 3125 Custodial Services 880-1300 John Preedom, Director Ext. 9600 Southside Elementary 880-1340 109 Paschal Blvd. Fax: 880-1343 Attendance 880-1600 Brandi Dyer, Principal Amy Hillhouse, Truancy Ext. 2025 Kathy Allen, Associate Principal Michael Rowland, Dean of Students Fine Arts 880-1620 Jeffery DuBose, Director Lakeview Elementary 880-1360 306 Harbor Point Rd. Fax: 880-1363 Kevyn Pate, Principal Academy (AEP) 880-1600 Melanie McAllister, Associate Principal Fran Bardwell, Coordinator Christopher Massey, Dean of Students Alternative Campus 880-1320 Edna Duncan, Director Student Handbook 2015-2016 5 SCHOOL CALENDAR 2015-2016 Student Handbook 2015-2016 6 Table of Contents ABSENCES/ATTENDANCE 12 Compulsory Attendance 12 Exemptions to Compulsory Attendance 12 Failure to Comply with Compulsory Attendance 13 Truancy 13 Attendance for Credit 13 Official Attendance-Taking Time 14 After Absence Procedure 14 Absence Note Forgery 15 Absences for Extracurricular or Other Activities 15 ACADEMIC AWARDS 15 ADMISSIONS AND ENROLLMENT 16 ADVISORY PROGRAM 16 ASSEMBLIES 16 BELL SCHEDULE 17 BULLYING 18 CAFETERIA SERVICES 19 CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY 19 CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) PROGRAMS 20 CELL PHONES – See Electronic Devices and Technology Resources 20 CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR TELEPHONE NUMBER 20 CHEATING - PLAGIARISM - ACADEMIC DISHONESTY 20 CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE AND OTHER MALTREATMENT OF CHILDREN 20 COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS 21 COLLEGE CREDIT COURSES 22 COMPLAINTS AND CONCERNS 22 COMPUTER RESOURCES 22 CONDUCT – See also Student Code of Conduct in Appendix A 23 Applicability of School Rules 23 Disruptions of School Operations 23 Conduct Violations 23 In School Suspension (ISS) 24 Social Events 24 CONFERENCES WITH TEACHERS 24 COUNSELING 24 Schedule Changes 25 CREDIT BY EXAM—If a Student Has Taken the Course 25 CREDIT BY EXAM—If a Student Has Not Taken the Course 25 DATING VIOLENCE, DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT, AND RETALIATION 25 Dating Violence 26 Discrimination 26 Harassment 26 Student Handbook 2015-2016 7 Sexual Harassment and Gender-Based Harassment 26 Retaliation 26 Reporting Procedures 27 Investigation of Report 27 DIRECTORY LISTING 27 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 27 DISTRIBUTION OF PUBLISHED MATERIALS OR DOCUMENTS 27 School Materials 27 Nonschool Materials...from students 27 Nonschool Materials...from others 28 DRESS AND GROOMING 28 DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS 29 ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES 30 Possession and Use of Personal Telecommunications Devices, Including Mobile 30 Telephones Possession and Use of Other Personal Electronic Devices 31 Possession and Use of District Owned Electronic Devices 31 Unacceptable and Inappropriate Use of Technology Resources 31 EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, AND ORGANIZATIONS 31 Standards of Behavior 32 FEES 32 FERPA NOTICIATION OF RIGHTS 33 FIELD TRIPS 33 FUND-RAISING 33 GANG-FREE ZONES 33 GRADE CLASSIFICATION 33 GRADING GUIDELINES 33 Weighted Grades 33 Semester Grades 33 Homework Policy 34 Clearing Incomplete Grades 34 Exemption from Semester/Final Exams 34 GRADUATION 35 Requirements for Diploma 35 Testing Requirements for graduation 35 Graduation Programs 35 Foundation Graduation Program 37 Certificates of Coursework Completion 39 Students with Disabilities 39 Graduating Seniors 39 Dress Code for Commencement Exercises 40 Graduation Expenses 40 Student Handbook 2015-2016 8 Scholarships and Grants 40 HAZING 40 HEALTH-RELATED MATTERS 40 Student Illness 40 Bacterial Meningitis 41 Food Allergies 42 School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) 42 Other Health-Related Matters 42 Physical Fitness Assessment 42 Pregnancy Related Services 42 Vending Machines 42

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