Timber Creek Regional High School 501 Jarvis Road, Erial, NJ 08081 (856) 232-9703 – Fax (856) 232-5267

Timber Creek Regional High School 501 Jarvis Road, Erial, NJ 08081 (856) 232-9703 – Fax (856) 232-5267 www.BHPRSD.org

HAIL TIMBER CREEK

Hail to the Team! So Stand Up and Scream, “We’re ~Number~One!” Silver and Navy Blue Char~ging Proud and True! “Go~Char~gers!”

Hail, Timber Creek! We Conquer the Weak! “No Mer~cy!” Thunders of “Go! Fight! Win! Sound the Vic~to~ry!

“Go Big Blue!”

MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

June 2013 Dear Students of the Black Horse Pike Regional School District: As of July 1, 2013, I will begin to serve the community as Superintendent of the Black Horse Pike Regional School District (BHPRSD). I grew up in Gloucester Township and have countless, fond memories of Gloucester Township Public Schools, BHPRSD, teachers, and friends. My parents and teachers modeled and taught the importance of perseverance, planning and the will to succeed through hard work; I am eternally grateful for all of their guidance and support. As Superintendent, I wish to provide an environment rich in opportunities for students to share in the same experiences I had as a student in the BHPRSD. As a result of meeting with students over this past school year, it is our intention to implement the following starting September 2013: • Opportunities to perform higher critical-thinking tasks: Students will be expected to problem solve, create and build, for those performance skills are what separate us from the competition. In support of this, students will perform in district-level competitions. • GREEN Team: Students are concerned about the health of our planet. They wish to see the school be a reflection of that care, so efforts to reduce the use of gas, electricity, and water will be made. A student, teacher and administrator-led GREEN team will put into action a plan to reduce the school district’s use of gas, electricity, water, use of pesticides, and harmful cleaning chemicals. We want to be leaders in the community on reducing our carbon footprint and reducing the release of harmful chemicals into the ground. • Greater collaboration between students and central administration: Student Council representatives and class officers in each high school will meet with Central Administration to share and gather ideas. Students’ ideas are valued, so please discuss any ideas you have through your elected Student Council members or class officers. I thank you for this opportunity and will handle all duties and responsibilities of my leadership role with utmost care so that generations of students will be afforded the opportunities that come with an excellent education. It is my firm belief that all students can learn and build success. Building success takes determination, daily commitment, focus, planning, and decision- making aligned to that commitment. Together, let’s aim to initiate creativity, celebrate success, and hold high expectations for academic achievement. Dream big and plan wisely, Brian Repici, Ed. D. - 2 -

From the Desk of: Mae F. Robinson, Principal To the students of Timber Creek Regional High School, Welcome to Timber Creek Regional High School’s 2013/2014 academic school year. For those of you who are returning, I congratulate you on the accomplishments you have previously achieved. To all our new students, I extend a warm welcome to you. I invite you to make your high school experience rewarding and positive by getting involved in clubs, sports, theater, art or music. The first priority as a high school student is to formulate a plan for your future and begin working towards achieving your goals. Over your four years at Timber Creek, you will be building a resume that will serve as a foundation for your plan. Keys to success include making the commitment to stay on top of “your game” academically, athletically, and through your involvement with our clubs and service organizations. Striving to earn entrance in the Honor Societies, becoming a member of a club or making a name for yourself in sports, music, theater or art will have an impact on college acceptance and will give you experience that will be impressive to any college or employer. Every June, the evidence of a good resume is validated as members of the senior class receive awards and scholarships because they were committed to excellence throughout their four years at Timber Creek. High school is a time to become involved. Timber Creek is a state-of-the-art school facility that you can utilize to become the best you can be. Participate to the fullest and watch yourself achieve beyond your expectations. Timber Creek’s faculty and staff are committed to ensuring the success of all students. Our professionals provide after school help from 2:05 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. in their specific subject area for any student wishing to stay after school to take advantage of their expertise. Late buses are provided at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. This agenda book will acquaint you with rules and regulations set forth by the Black Horse Pike Regional School District’s Board of Education. Timber Creek High School’s emblem is a horse with a lightning bolt and we are known as the Chargers. Our Vice Principals include: Mr. Saunders (grade 9), Grade 10 Vice-Principal (TBD), Mr. Milavsky (grade 11), Mr. DiMaulo, Jr. (grade 12). I wish you a very successful school year, “Welcome to Charger Country.” - 3 -

ADMINISTRATION Mrs. Mae Robinson, Principal Mr. Robert DiMaulo, Vice Principal Gr 12 Mr. Robert Milavsky, Vice Principal Gr 11 TBA, Vice Principal Gr 10 Mr. Garry Saunders, Vice Principal Gr 9

BELL SCHEDULE

Two Period Regular Extended PD Assembly Assembly Pep Rally 2 Hour Delay Day HR Faculty/

Enter 7:15 7:15 7:15 7:15 Staff- 9:00 7:15 Students- 9:15 HR 7:25-7:35 7:25-7:43 7:25-7:35 7:25-7:35 7:25-7:35 9:25-9:35 1 7:39-8:23 7:47-8:30 7:39-8:23 7:39-8:09 7:39-8:16 9:39-10:08

2 8:27-9:11 8:34-9:17 8:27-9:11 8:13-8:43 8:20-8:57 10:12-10:41 (9&10) 8:47-9:39 9:15-10:13 9:43-10:13 3 9:15-9:59 9:21-10:04 9:01-9:38 10:45-11:14 (Assembly) (11&12) 10:17- 11:09 10:03- 4 (A) 10:08-10:51 10:17-10:58 9:42-10:19 11:18-11:47 10:47 11:13-11:43 10:51- 5 (B) 10:55-11:38 11:02-11:43 11:47-12:17 10:23-11:00 11:51-12:20 11:35 11:39- 6 (C) 11:42-12:25 11:47-12:28 12:21-12:51 11:04-11:41 12:24-12:53 12:23 7 (D) 12:27-1:11 12:29-1:12 12:32-1:13 12:55-1:25 11:45-12:22 12:57-1:26 12:26-1:03 8 1:15-1:59 1:16-1:59 1:17-1:59 1:29-1:59 (Pep Rally) 1:30-1:59 1:07-1:59 A warning bell will sound 8 minutes prior to the end of each gym period Bus Departure: Buses Depart Daily at 2:08 DISTRICT SUPERVISORS TBA – Mathematics, STEM Mr. William Breuer – Science, STEM Mrs. Jessica Caffrey – Special Education/Behavior Analyst Ms. Jennifer Brown – FACS, PE/Health, Music Ms. Marcie Geyer – English Mr. Alan Powell – Director of Counseling, SAC Ms. Gail Shelly – Social Studies, World Lang., English Lang. Learn. TBA – Special Education Mr. Glenn Smith – Art, Business, Technology, STEM

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COUNSELING CENTER Counselors meet regularly with students to help them in their educational, vocational, social and personal development. Students may obtain a request for an appointment from the Counseling Office before or after school or between class periods. Fill in the appointment form and leave it with the secretary. The counselor will issue a pass showing the time and date of the appointment. In case of emergency, the student may come to the Counseling Office and ask for an appointment with his/her counselor. Parents and students should keep in mind that the work of the counselor is to indicate the strengths, weaknesses, and demands of a specific program. Counselors do not choose the program or the student’s courses; they do, however, survey a situation and indicate possible choices and observations. They do not tell the student what career to choose but indicate available opportunities. Counselors do not get the student a job, a scholarship or college acceptance. The student’s own record is the determining factor in getting him/her a job, a scholarship, or into college. Parents are encouraged to discuss with the counselor the progress of a student or to gain information about colleges or job opportunities. Appointments can be made through the Counseling Office for parental conferences with teachers by calling (856) 232-9703. Mr. A. Powell Director Ms. W. Calandra A - COLLIM Mrs. J. Harley KEN – M Mrs. T. Phillips COLLIN - GAI Ms. S. Cappello N – SE Mr. S. Ortzman GAJ - KEM Ms. L. Draper SF - Z Phone number changes: Parent/guardian must contact the Counseling Office with the current phone information when phone numbers are changed. This is to ensure timely notification for the parent/guardian when necessary. Residency changes: Parent/guardian is responsible for contacting the Counseling Office whenever a change of address occurs. Parent/guardian must submit proper documentation immediately to be reviewed by the Registrar. This is to keep our records updated with correct information in order to contact the parent/guardian.

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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS DISTRICT GRADING SCALE: 90 – 100 = A 65 – 69 = D 80 – 89 = B 0 – 64 = F 70 – 79 = C FINAL GRADES: Final grades are calculated to include the numerical grades earned for each marking period plus the numerical grades earned through end of quarter or end of semester exams. Courses in which you are enrolled determine whether or not you will be required to take quarterly exams or mid-year assessments and finals. There are some courses that do not require you to take either. Please refer to the Course Proficiencies distributed at the start of the year. If you have questions, ask your teachers and Counselor for assistance. NAVIANCE: Naviance’s Family Connection will assist our students in managing the college career planning process. Family Connection is a comprehensive website that students and parents can use as a tool in planning for their future. We encourage our students to utilize this website throughout their high school years. Go to our home page: http:// www.bhprsd.org/Timber Creek/ and click on the counseling tab and select Naviance. Log in using the user name and password. If the student has not had a chance to register; click “I need to register”. Each student’s initial registration code is their student I.D. number. He/she needs to have a valid email address to complete the registration process. GRADUATION: NJ mandates all students successfully complete the following courses in order to be eligible to graduate: 4 Years Communication (English) 2 Years U.S. History 4 Years Health and Physical Ed. 1 Year World History 3 Years Computation (Math) 3 Years Science 1 Year of Visual/Performing Arts 1 Year World Lang 1 Year Vocational Technical Ed *.5 Yrs Financial Lit. *Starting with the Class of 2014 District Requirement – Electronic Portfolio (Class of 2014 and beyond), Meet attendance policy requirements. More specific information can be found in the District Program of Studies available on the District web home page. - 6 -

HONORS/ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAMS Programs are offered in the subject areas of Art, English, Science, Social Studies and World Languages. Freshman Courses Sophomore Courses English Honors Algebra 2 Honors Geometry Honors English Honors Laboratory Biology Honors Lab Chemistry Honors World History Honors US History 1 Honors Senior Courses Junior Courses AP Art AP Art AP Biology, AP Physics AP Biology, AP Physics, AP Statistics AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AP Chemistry, AP US History 2 AP Eng Lit. & Composition AP Environmental Science AP Environmental Science AP US History 2 AP Lang & Composition AP Language & Composition AP Psychology Foreign Language Honors AP Statistics Pre-Calculus Honors AP US Gov & Politics World Language Honors HONOR CODE VIOLATION: A grade of zero shall be assigned for any form of cheating and entered into the grade book to be averaged with other grades to determine quarterly and final grades. Cheating is regarded as an extremely serious offense and cannot be condoned in any form. Accusations of cheating and accompanying evidence shall be submitted to the department supervisor for consideration and discussion. A pupil who permits his/her work to be copied is just as dishonest as the pupil who copies the work and must share in the guilt. See Reg 2624. Violation Examples: Copying homework, Copying reports or term papers, Copying answers on written tests or lessons, Giving or receiving help with the intent of deceiving. HIGH SCHOOL PROFICIENCY ASSESSMENT (HSPA): NJ requires all students pass all sections of the HSPA in order to graduate. Students are required to take the HSPA the Spring of Junior year. Students must achieve passing scores of 200 on all sections of HSPA. HONOR ROLL RECOGNITION: Students should always come to school striving to do their personal best. In recognition of achievement there are three honor roll lists: Principal’s List – All “A” Grades, First Honors – All “A” and “B” Grades, Second Honors – One “C” Grade among all “A” and “B” Grades - 7 -

PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS Class Credits (2013+) Sophomore 25 Junior 55 Senior 80 To Graduate 120

REPORT CARDS: Report cards are distributed in homeroom four times a year at the end of each quarter. Specific distribution dates are announced at the start of each school year. Grades are listed numerically from 0 to 100. Grades are cumulative. VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN: The Valedictorian(s) and Salutatorian(s) shall be the graduating seniors who have respectively, the highest and second highest grade point average after seven semesters including the third marking period of their senior year. These awards will be determined by the Director of School Counseling in consultation with the Ranking Committee and the Principal operating under the guidelines of Reg 2624. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: The National Honor Society is an organization sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. This prestigious organization seeks to recognize students who have exemplified the qualities required for admission. They are Character, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service. In order to qualify for admissions to Timber Creek’s Chapter of the National Honor Society, students must meet the following criteria: 1. Member of the Junior or Senior Class. 2. Enrolled in Timber Creek for at least one full semester prior to admission. 3. Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. 4. Exhibited service to school through participation in various sports and/or co-curricular activities (students must be actively involved in TWO activities prior to their junior year to qualify, and THREE activities prior to their senior year to qualify. Service in the community is also required). 5. Obtained faculty & advisor recommendations attesting to outstanding leadership qualities and unquestionable character. In the fall, any student fulfilling the above criteria becomes a candidate for membership and may be recommended for induction by Faculty Council. - 8 -

English Department Required Research Paper

1. To receive credit for an Honors, Accelerated, or Regular English course, a student must complete a research assignment that meets English Department standards as stipulated in the written description of the assignment given by the teacher to the student. 2. If the student fails to complete the research assignment on the due date, the teacher will deduct points for lateness as stipulated in the written description of the assignment given by the teacher to the student. 3. If the student does not submit a research assignment, he/she will receive an incomplete for that marking period until the assignment is completed. The paper may receive a 0 for lateness. 4. If the teacher gives a student an incomplete for failing to submit a research assignment, the teacher must call the parent or guardian to inform him/her that the student will not be promoted to the next grade level of English or will not graduate unless the research paper assignment is completed. The student will be given a 0 as the final grade for the course, will not be allowed to make up the course in summer school, and will repeat the course the following year. 5. If the student does not complete the research assignment by mid-marking period of the fourth marking period, the teacher will notify the supervisor. The supervisor will notify the student’s guidance counselor and vice principal. The supervisor will send a letter to the student’s parent or guardian to inform both the student and the parent or guardian that the student will not be promoted to the next grade level of English or will not graduate unless the research assignment is completed. 6. If the student plagiarizes the research assignment, he/she will receive a 0 for the assignment and must submit a second assignment that satisfies the research paper assignment by the date that the final grades are due for that course. If the student does not submit the second assignment, he/she will be given a 0 as the final grade for the course, will not attend summer school, and will repeat the course the following year.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION Excuses from Physical Education: Temporary excuses are issued usually for a day, no longer than three days. Students must submit a parent/guardian note to the nurse. A doctor’s note must be presented to excuse a student from physical education for four or more days. Pupils with parental excuses must dress for class and will be assigned duties such as timing, scoring, etc. Physical Education Lockers: Students will receive a lock for storage of their physical education clothing to be used during the school year. They are responsible for returning the lock to their physical education teacher at the end of the school year. Failure to do so will result in a fine being issued. Students have temporary use of a large locker during their class. It is important to remember, however, that the school CANNOT assume responsibility for items that may be lost or stolen. Proper Physical Education Attire: All students in the physical education program must wear mandatory gym uniforms. The gym uniform consists of a gray shirt and blue shorts with the Timber Creek Logo on them. Uniforms can be purchased from your physical education teacher. NO JEWELRY can be worn during Physical Education Classes.

ATHLETICS: REQUIREMENTS FOR ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES Any student interested in participating in an athletic program must meet eligibility requirements adopted by the Board of Ed. To be eligible first semester, all students must have passed 30 credits at the end of previous school year except first semester freshmen who are automatically eligible. In order to be eligible for spring sports, students must pass 15 credits by the end of the first semester. The use of alcohol or drugs anyplace, anytime will result in disciplinary measures as specified in District Policy. In addition, students may also suffer immediate loss of eligibility resulting in their exclusion from participation in any sports activity for a specified period of time including the remainder of a current season, semester, or beyond.

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ATHLETICS CONTINUED Responsibility Of Equipment: In order to properly equip all of our teams, we must ask the cooperation of athletes and parents in returning equipment at the end of the season. When a student at Timber Creek signs up to participate in a sport, he/she and the parent/guardian sign a statement assuming responsibility for all uniforms and equipment. NOTE: Materials should be returned to your coach, not a manager, another coach or teacher, nor are they to be left unattended. Don’t assume anything. This equipment and the uniforms are expensive – we have an obligation to protect the taxpayers’ money – help us help you! Activities Class Executive Organizations Committee Continued Music Mock Trial Senior Chorale Morning Jolt Junior Indoor Percussion Photography Sophomore Marching Band SADD/FAD Freshman Science Club Stage Crew Publications Organizations Student Council Literary Magazine Art Club World Language Yearbook AVA World of Difference Bible Study Dramatics Future Teachers of Service Clubs America Musical Production History Club Interact One Act Plays Leo Club

Sports Fall Winter Spring Cheerleading Boys/Girls Basketball Baseball Cross Country Cheerleading Boys Tennis Field Hockey Co-ed Swimming Co-ed Golf Football Winter Track Softball Girls Tennis Wrestling Track and Field Boys/Girls Soccer Please note activities and clubs are formed on a yearly basis. Budget constraints and/or lack of interest may cause activities/clubs to be cancelled.

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ATTENDANCE ABSENCES: Parents are asked to follow these basic procedures: Please call (856) 232-9703 before 9:00 AM to report an absence. Provide the following information: Name of Student, Grade, and Reason for Absence. When your child returns to school, a note explaining the reason for the absence must be presented to the homeroom teacher. A doctor’s note is necessary for readmittance to school if a student has been absent five or more days. Students who are absent for any reason, must take it upon themselves to make up all work missed in each class. By law, all students are required to attend school for 182 days. The Board cannot condone or permit excessive and unnecessary absence from school and has established the following attendance requirements. Per Policy 5200 Student Absences and Excuses, credits will be denied to pupils who do not meet these requirements. Pupils shall not receive credit from which they are absent unexcused more than: a. 15 times if a full year course; b. 8 times if a semester course; c. 12 times if a three-quarter course (i.e. Phys Ed.); d. 4 times if a quarter course (i.e. Health); e. 8% of the time in courses which do not fall into any of the categories listed above. Absences for these verified reasons will not toll in maximums: a. illness documented by a physician’s written certification, received within five school days after return from that absence; b. illness or disability requiring assignment of home instruction by the Child Study Team; c. absence excused in advance to meet religious obligations permitted by statute; d. legitimate school activity approved in advance by the principal; e. death in immediate family. A PARENT/GUARDIAN NOTE IS NOT AN EXCUSED ABSENCE. EARLY DISMISSAL: A note from home must accompany the student, or be emailed or faxed, to school for early dismissal. If a student does not attend four hours of a full day they will be considered absent. Students leaving early must sign out in the main office. Written documentation is needed for all early dismissals. On a half day the student must be present all periods to receive credit for the day.

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ATTENDANCE LATENESS TO CLASS (FULL YEAR): The Board cannot condone or permit excessive and unnecessary lateness to class and has established the following rules. Lateness to class should be treated according to Policy 5200; however, pupils who are tardy to class shall be assessed 1/3 absence for each ten minutes (or majority fraction thereof) of lateness up to a maximum of one full absence per class period. Rules relating to tolling of absences also shall apply to tardiness. First Offense ………….…………………….Teacher Detention Second Offense ..Teacher Detention & Parent Phone Call Third Offense ………..…………….Administrative Detention LATENESS TO SCHOOL (PER SEMESTER): Any student who enters school after 7:35 and does not report to home room must report to their VPO and be issued a same day detention. 1st Offense – Forgiven 4th Offense – Admin Double Det 2nd Offense – Late to School Det 5th Offense – Admin Double Det 3rd Offense – Late to School Det 6th Offense – Full Day Detention Every Third Late to Homeroom (per marking pd)…..Discipline Referral 1st Offense – Admin Double Det 4th Offense – Admin Double Det 2nd Offense – Admin Double Det 5th Offense – Full Day Det 3rd Offense – Admin Double Det *Note ALL disciplinary actions at Vice-Principal’s discretion. HOMEWORK REQUEST: Request for student class work and homework assignments must be made through the counselor or vice principal. It takes 24-48 hours to process this request. RELIGIOUS DAYS OF OBLIGATION: A student may be legally absent/excused from school on certain religious days of obligation provided he/she brings a note from his/her parent or guardian requesting permission to be excused at least one day prior to the day on which he/she wishes to be excused. TELEPHONE SYSTEM: Each day a computer calling system will contact the homes of those students whose parents have not reported them absent. While this is an excellent deterrent to truants, the primary function of the telephone system is to ascertain problems and to lend assistance before the absentee gets behind in his/her studies.

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BEHAVIOR *On school property students must follow ALL school policies. ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS: Timber Creek has established ZERO TOLERANCE for any form of substance abuse. Parents will be responsible for making immediate arrangements for medical evaluation. The student will not be readmitted to school without a doctor’s written statement and the evaluation results. Any student suspected of transmitting alcohol or other drugs is subject to a hearing before the Board of Education possibly resulting in expulsion from school. Criminal charges will be filed whenever it is determined that the student has been in violation of the District’s Substance Abuse Policy. Student lockers and possessions may be searched whenever the administration has reasonable suspicion that an illegal substance may be present. At various times we will have police surveillance of our facilities and/or sweeps of the building. These events will not be announced in advance. Substance Abuse Counselors are available in school. Refer to Policy 5530 for details. SMOKING/POSSESSION: The Board of Ed defines use of tobacco products as: pupils lighting a tobacco product; pupils exhaling smoke from a tobacco product; pupils using or holding a lit tobacco product; pupils discarding a tobacco product; or pupils with a tobacco product in their posession. Tobacco product examples: cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco. Paraphernalia examples: holders, papers, pipes, pouches, lighters. See Policy 5533. Possession means on the pupil’s person, in the pupil’s locker, in a pupil’s vehicle on school grounds, and any other method by which a pupil brings a tobacco product or paraphernalia on school property or to a school activity. The use and/or possession of tobacco products by pupils on school premises, on educational field trips, and on tranpsortation vehicles is prohibited. Consequences include but are not limited to out of school suspension and the levy of fines. All discipline is at the discretion of the Principal. Smoking Possession of Paraphernalia 1st Off – AC/$25 fine/SACM 1st Off – AC/$10 fine 2nd Off – AC/$50 fine/SACM/20 pts 2nd Off – AC/AD/$20 fine/SACM/20 pts 3rd Offense – PM/$100 fine/SACM 3rd Off – FDD/PM/AC/AD/$30 fn/20 pts AC Admin Phone Call Home; AD Admin detention; SACM Student Asst Coord Phone Call Home; PM Principal Mtg; FDD Full Day Detention - 14 -

Points Are Assigned With All Disciplinary Actions. See Policy/ Regulation 5600. The need for flexibility in handling student discipline must be recognized. With respect to type and duration, building administrators reserve the right to exercise their judgment and prerogatives in the assignment of consequences. PRINCIPAL PROBATION: Student may not attend any Timber Creek event on/off school property. FIGHTING – NO TOLERANCE POLICY: Every occasion in which two or more pupils are involved in a fight, or one or more pupils commit an assault while on school property; on a school bus, at a bus stop, or at a school event held off school premises; the police will be called in to arrest the combatants. When two or more parties appear at a prearranged location, self-defense cannot be considered to be a mitigating circumstance (Policy #5600). 1st Offense – 4 Days OOSS, 2nd Offense – 10 Days OOSS. Any additional fights result in a mandatory suspension period pending a meeting with the Superintendent and possible expulsion hearing before the Board of Education. Criminal Activity Consequences: One of the following may occur as a result of criminal activity conducted by a Timber Creek student at any school event on/off school property: Station House Adjustment - An arrest that is handled by the Police Department. No court appearance is required. Student is automatically placed on a one year rule. The student also can not have any police contact during that year. Juvenile Petition - An arrest is forwarded to Superior Court. Student must make a court appearance. No Station House Adjustment. Due Process - Every student is entitled to Due Process (Policy 5700). Intentional or accidental assault on any staff growing out of a pupil fight situation or use of a weapon by a pupil in a fight or assault, shall be subject to the provisions of Policy 5610. School Officials may also bring aggravated assault charges against any pupil who displays or uses a weapon in a fight or assault situation. ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY (AUP) VIOLATION: Use of the Internet will be monitored; files stored in computers are not private. By signing the AUP to gain access for educational purposes, a student and his/her parent/guardian agree that the student will treat our network responsibly. SOME inappropriate uses of the network/Internet are: E-mail without Teacher Permission, Message Board Activity, Computer Games (exception Chess), Shopping, Internet Forms with Personal Info, Degrading/Disrupting Computers. Consequences: Disciplinary referral and student is prohibited from using school computers for designated time determined by administrator. - 15 -

ELECTRONIC DEVICES: Electronic devices include but are not limited to cell phones, Ipods, CD players/ headphones, and Walkmen. Upon entering school electronic devices must be off and OUT OF SIGHT at all times. PARENTS should not call a student or text them during school hours. If an emergency arises call the school directly. Devices must be put in the student’s locker upon entering school. The consequences of first offense violations are as follows: Device confiscated and parent/guardian must come in to claim the device. Double detention will be issued to student. If student refuses to give up the device they will be sent home and receive (1) OOSS. Sharing your Student Planner results in disciplinary action! HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, HAZING, OR BULLYING: The Board prohibits acts of harassment, intimidation, hazing or bullying against any pupil. “Harassment, intimidation, hazing or bullying” is defined as any gesture or written, verbal or physical act or any electronic communication that is reasonably perceived as being motivated either by any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or a mental, physical or sensory handicap, or by any other distinguishing characteristic, that takes place on school property, at any school-sponsored function or on a school bus. Seek the advice of a teacher, administrator, or counselor immediately to help resolve the problem. Sexual harassment (Policy 5751) should be reported immediately to the appropriate vice principal. Any form of harassment, intimidation, hazing, or bullying will result in disciplinary action. See Policy 5512.01. CYBER BULLYING: The Board also prohibits acts of harassment, intimidation or bullying delivered via information and communication technologies including but not limited to email, cell phone and pager text messaging, instant messaging, defamatory personal websites and defamatory online personal polling websites. All forms of harassment, intimidation and bullying, including “cyber-bullying” are prohibited on school property, at school-sponsored functions, and on school busses, as well as off school property if such acts impede the health, safety and welfare of the school community or disrupts school operations. For instances of harassment, intimidation or bullying occurring or initiated off school property, both disciplinary and remedial measures may be imposed at the discretion of school administrators. See Policy 5512.02. - 16 -

BUS CONDUCT Buses depart from school daily at 2:08 PM Students have a responsibility to conform to appropriate and necessary behavioral patterns while being transported to and from school and school related activities. To ensure the safety and welfare riders and drivers, strict enforcement of the behavior code is required. Rules/regulations include but are not limited to: 1. Pupils must keep all parts of their bodies inside the bus and must not cause any object to be thrown or protrude from the bus windows or doors. 2. Roughhousing, throwing objects, and other disorderly behavior while on the bus is strictly prohibited. An infraction of this portion of the code will be considered a major disciplinary problem and treated as such. 3. Harassment of other pupils or drivers and/or fighting on a bus is considered especially dangerous and will be treated as major disciplinary problems. 4. Use of tobacco or other smoking materials, alcohol in any form, and other controlled substances or dangerous objects while on a bus, at a bus stop, on school grounds, or at any school activity is prohibited. STANDARD PENALTIES: Matters considered Minor by the Vice Principal may include but are not limited to; 1st Offense – Possible OOSS pending parental conference 2nd Offense – Possible OOSS and exclusion from transportation Subsequent Offenses – Possible loss of transportation privileges for an extended period of time. For matters considered major by the Vice Principal may include but are not limited to; 1st Offense – OOSS and suspension of transportation privileges 2nd Offense – OOSS and possible revocation of transportation privileges. Subsequent Offenses – OOSS formal hearing before the principal, loss of transportation privileges for an extended period of time. Parents or adult pupils shall become responsible for transportation to and from school during bus exclusion periods. Failure to attend school during a bus exclusion period shall be considered truancy unless illness or emergency can be documented. IT IS A PRIVILEGE, NOT A RIGHT, TO RIDE THE BUS - 17 -

CAFÉ RULES & REGULATIONS These rules & regulations are in effect for the school year during all lunches: 1. Students enter the cafeteria in an orderly fashion and on time. 2. Students will be called to the lunch line by table section by a cafeteria supervisor. Sections are assigned the first day of lunch. 3. Students form single-file line while waiting to make purchase. 4. Standing is permitted only if students are: a. Waiting in line, b. Disposing of trash 5. Students should clean their area when they are finished eating or when asked to do so by a faculty member. 6. NOTHING should be thrown in the cafeteria. 7. Students should not eat food while in line until cashier is paid. 8. Students should exit the cafeteria when dismissed, not before. 9. Students who are not purchasing food are not permitted in line. 10. Students are not permitted in the line with backpacks or coats, or headphones on. CONSEQUENCES: Getting in line before section is called: Disciplinary Referral Cutting in line: Go to back of line (disciplinary referral for repeat offenders). Leaving trash: To be determined by cafeteria supervisor. Participating in food fight: OOSS (Policy 5600). Participating in fight: OOSS minimum 4 days (Policy 5600). CONDUCT: Students are expected to obey all rules for the safe, orderly operation of the cafeteria. Students are expected to be considerate of each other by proper behavior at all times. No line jumping. No loitering or wandering around the cafeteria is permitted. Theft is a serious offense which will result in disciplinary action. Students are not permitted to charge lunch. Student must report to their vice principal to obtain fine slip for the amount of lunch. No more than two lunch fines can accrue. Lunch fines are paid at the vice principal’s office. Each table is responsible for clean up. Trays are to be returned at least 10 minutes before dismissal. Please remember to recycle. Students must obtain permission from a teacher to leave the cafeteria for any reason. All food and drink must remain in the cafeteria. *Restaurant Food delivery not accepted by Front Desk *No Food Or Drinks Are Permitted In the Classroom. - 18 -

STUDENT ID/LUNCH CARDS The cafeteria is on a computerized system so that every student has an account with us. Students are able to put cash or check into their account and then purchase food items using that account. If a student is eligible for the free/reduced meal program, the computer knows the status automatically and charges nothing or the reduced amount. In order to access your account you must use your school student ID card. Students without cards will be directed to the end of the line. Students consistently without their card will be sent to their vice- principal’s office. Students on the free/reduced meal program MUST use their school ID card. Checks for deposit into your account should be presented to the cashier during meal service. Questions about your account should be directed to the cashier. STUDENTS MUST REAPPLY EACH YEAR FOR A FREE/REDUCED PRICE MEAL BY SEPTEMBER 30TH. APPLICATIONS ARE IN MR. DIMAULO’S OFFICE AND MAIN OFFICE. STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR A FREE/REDUCED LUNCH ARE ENTITLED TO A FREE/REDUCED PRICE BREAKFAST. DRESS CODE POLICY 5511 Our Board of Education recognizes the right of parents and pupils to select appropriate clothing to be worn to school by pupils. For the most part, over the years these selections have been in good taste and have contributed to personal and school pride essential to learning. The Board has a responsibility to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of pupils in the school and to maintain the environment conductive to the educational process. The Board establishes rules and regulations for those who need direction in determining what constitutes appropriate school and field trip attire: 1.Clothing must be clean, in good repair, and worn neatly. 2.Safe footwear is required. Pupils may not go barefoot or in stocking feet. Specific footwear may be required for courses (physical education, shops, science labs, etc.). 3.Hats, bandannas, headbands, and any other headwear deemed inappropriate or disruptive by the administration must be removed upon entering the school building. Exceptions may be made for specific religious reasons (yarmulke, hijib, etc.). Hair bands used to control hair are acceptable. 4.Clothing which causes a disruption or distraction may not be worn. Examples of this type of clothing include, but may not be limited to the following: tube tops, halter tops, see-through tops, bare back or midriff tops, fishnet or mesh tops. Pupils’ shoulders and backs must be appropriately covered at all times.

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5.Pupils are prohibited from wearing any type of clothing, apparel or accessory which indicates that the pupil has membership in, affiliation with, or promotion of any gang associated with criminal activity. Obscene, indecent, or suggestive graphics and/or messages are not permitted. The same applies to messages favoring substance abuse, illegal activities, violence, or intolerance. 6. Sunglasses may not be worn in the building unless prescribed by a physician. Prescription lenses, which darken with increased light, are acceptable. 7. Coats, jackets, are stored in pupil lockers during the school day. 8. Students who wear a hooded shirt, hooded sweatshirt or other article of clothing in such a way as to conceal his/her identity will be subject to disciplinary action and prohibited from wearing a hooded shirt, hooded sweatshirt or similar apparel until further notice. 9. Undergarments and sleepwear may not be worn as outer clothing at any time. This includes pants that are worn low to expose undergarments. 10. Chain belts, cleated shoes, sharp jewelry, and other items which pose a danger to others or to school property are prohibited. 11. Proper protective clothing is required in shop and laboratory areas as directed by teachers, including, but not limited to, headgear, coveralls, smocks, aprons, shoes, and safety goggles or glasses. 12. Specific attire will be required to participate in Physical Education activity classes. Jewelry, including body piercing, may not be worn in physical education classes. Medical bracelets may be worn. Religious medals may be worn, but must be taped to the body and worn under the gym clothing. Failure to comply with the clothing requirement will result in exclusion from the activity, which will affect the pupil’s grade. The final decision for suitability for attire rests with the building administrators. A vice-principal’s decision may be appealed to the building principal. The administration further reserves the right to determine if any article of clothing creates, or has the potential to create, a significant disruption or distraction to the school’s learning environment. For special dress or spirit days, the school principal may waive one or more of these rules and regulations. When a pupil’s attire does not comply with these rules and regulations, teachers shall send a pupil to the designated vice-principal’s office. When appropriate, the vice-principal shall contact the parents/guardians of the pupil to require proper attire be brought to the school for the pupil as soon as possible. For repeat offenders, the vice-principal may invoke disciplinary measures such as administrative after school detention, full day detention, out-of-school suspension and/or issuing misconduct discipline points. When a pupil’s attire does not comply with these rules and regulations, teachers shall send a pupil to the designated vice- principal’s office. When appropriate, the vice-principal shall contact the parents/guardians of the pupil to require proper attire be brought to the school for the pupil as soon as possible. For repeat offenders, the vice-principal may invoke disciplinary measures such as administrative double detention, full day detention, out-of-school suspension and/or issuing misconduct discipline points. - 20 -

MESSAGE FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE

All students must have a pass to go to the nurse

except for an emergency. If a student is injured, the nurse will notify the parents. Students are not permitted to leave the building without proper authorization. Students who walk or drive home from school due to illness must have written parental permission to do so. MEDICATION: . A new emergency card and signed “Tylenol” permission form is required at the beginning of each school year. With our school physician’s order and written parental permission, Tylenol may be given to students when requested, once during the school day. . When it is necessary to take medication in school, the student’s doctor and the parent/guardian must complete a form that is available in the nurse’s office. This completed form and the original prescription bottle properly labeled with the correct amount of medication and time to be taken in school should be given to the nurse. The nurse will issue a pass to the Health Office for the student to take the medication at prescribed time. . Students with asthma and/or known anaphylactic reactions need to have their doctor complete a medication form (located in nursing office) indicating the student can self-medicate. Please return this form to the nurse. This allows the student to carry an inhaler and/or Epi-pen in school. . Doctor’s notes need to be given to the nurse for any medication each school year. SCHOOL ATTENDANCE: . All students absent for five or more consecutive days must report to the Nurse’s Office upon return. A doctor’s note must be presented. . Students who leave school through the nurse’s office are not considered excused for the day unless a doctor’s note is submitted the following day. Students seen in the nurse’s office for an entire class period are not considered excused from the class they miss.

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EXCUSES FROM PHYSICAL EDUCATION: . Physical Education is mandatory in the State of New Jersey. . Temporary excuses are issued for 1-3 days. Students who find it necessary to be excused from Physical Education temporarily must submit a note from the parent/guardian to the nurse at the beginning of the gym period. Excuses for four (4) days or more or permanent excuses from Physical Education will be issued upon presentation of a doctor’s note. PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS: • We recommend Sophomore students have a physical examination by their family physician. • Any student participating in sports, marching band, and/or weight room must also have a physical examination by a doctor. Anyone having a physical done must pick up a form from the nurse’s office or the athletic office. • New students to the District must have a physical as well as any students requesting working papers. SCOLIOSIS: . Scoliosis is a lateral curvature of the spine. The New Jersey Legislature has charged every Board of Education to provide biennial examination of every student between the ages of ten (10) and eighteen (18) for the conditions of scoliosis. The school nurses will provide this examination. Any student desiring his/her family physician to examine his/her back may do so. A doctor’s certificate of his/her findings must be presented to the Health Office. HEIGHT/WEIGHT/BLOOD PRESSURE/VISION/HEARING SCREENINGS: . New Jersey Legislature has mandated that these screenings be completed on all students Grades 9 – 12. Health and Physical Education teachers will conduct height/weight screenings. . The nurse will conduct blood pressure, vision and hearing screenings. Students who desire their personal physician to conduct the screenings must submit written documentation of the screening and findings to the medical office.

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PHYSICAL EXAMS FOR ATHLETES

For a place on a school athletic team, each candidate will need a comprehensive physical examination by his/her family doctor within 365 days prior to the start of practice. • The state physical form packet must be completed by a physician in its entirety (vision, blood pressure, heart rate, weight, height, etc.). Forms 1 & Part A are parent forms, Part B is for doctor’s physical exam. • Physicals should be performed by the family physician or parent/guardian may opt to have a physical exam by the school physician. Exam dates will be determined and announced during the school year. • Physician’s stamp must be on Part B Page 3. • Only one physical exam is required for the school year. • If the student has not sustained any serious injuries or illnesses prior to participation in a consecutive sport, the succeeding physical assessment is done by completing a parental questionnaire (Forms 1 & Part A). The Parent/guardian will receive a form signed by the school doctor testifying to the candidate’s physical fitness or lack of physical fitness for the sport the student selected. The reasons for the school doctor’s approval or disapproval for the candidate’s participation shall be registered on the form. • Form 4 must be completed by student’s physician and parent if the student needs an inhaler and/or Epi-Pen.

MANTOUX TESTING

For tuberculosis, the law requires that any student enrolled in New Jersey schools coming from certain countries will have a Mantoux test to determine if the student has been exposed to tuberculosis. Family doctor may perform the test with the results forwarded to the school nurse.

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SCHOOL INSURANCE . The Board of Education carries secondary accident insurance on all students, including those who participate in sports. If an injury requires treatment by a doctor or hospital, your insurance will be the primary. If you have an outstanding balance, this can be submitted for possible Board coverage. Please secure a form from our Health Office, complete it as directed on the form, and forward it to our carrier within 90 days of the accident. . School time accident coverage protects all students against accidental injury or death occurring while the policy is in force. This insurance covers the hours and days when school is in session, and the pupil attendance of school sponsored and supervised activities. This includes all interscholastic sports.

STATE OF NEW JERSEY IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS

DPT - minimum of 4 doses (one dose must be on or after the 4th birthday if born after 1-1-86). TDAP – for students born after 1/1/97 one dose 5 years after the last DTP/DTAP/TD dose. MENINGOCOCCAL – one dose for students born after 1/1/97. POLIO - minimum of 3 doses (one must be on or after the 4th birthday if born after 1-1-86). MEASLES - one dose on or after 1st birthday (physician’s diagnosis is not acceptable, documented lab tests of immunity is acceptable) PLUS ONE BOOSTER RUBELLA - one dose on or after 1st birthday (lab test of immunity is acceptable. MUMPS - one dose on or after 1st birthday (written diagnosis is acceptable as immunity). HEPATITIS B – A series of three doses.

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LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER Visit the LMC to prepare for class, careers, colleges, or just for recreational reading. It's a great place to exercise your brain or just let it quietly relax. Some of the most valuable information in books and databases does not appear on the free Internet. We offer an electronic catalog to find information and subscriptions to online encyclopedias and other academic databases for locating magazine and newspaper articles; biographies; scientific, social, historical, and cultural information; literary criticism and texts; and current events. Our catalog and databases may be accessed from home through the LMC webpage; just request a list of remote access passwords at the circulation desk. PC workstations are available on the main LMC floor for internet access, word processing, research, projects, and other subject applications (using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and other software). We have current reference books in all subject areas and we offer an excellent popular fiction collection, including classics, best sellers, teen series novels, graphic and manga formats, and audiobooks. Magazines and local newspapers are displayed for recreational reading during study hall or lunch periods. Use your ID to check out materials. Magazines and reference books go out for three days, but other books circulate for three weeks at a time. It is important to return or renew materials on time. Fines are assessed for overdue items.

LMC Hours M – Th 7:15 – 2:40 p.m. Fridays until 2:00 p.m.

You may use the LMC before and after school and during study hall and lunch. We encourage everyone at Timber Creek to use the library for study, research, and recreational reading. You may listen to music on headphones, but texting, phone calls, food and drink are NOT permitted. All other Timber Creek rules and policies apply.

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VISITING THE LMC *You Must Be Signed In To Use The LMC BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL: To come to the LMC during homeroom you need a research pass from a subject area teacher, or a pass from your homeroom teacher and library business to transact. After school you must arrive by 2:10 p.m. and may stay until 2:40 p.m. Monday-Thursday. DURING CLASS: If you come to the LMC from class, you must have a pass signed by your teacher. You will be expected to spend your time in the LMC working on an assignment for the teacher who issued the research pass and to remain in the LMC for the entire period unless the pass specifies otherwise. DURING STUDY HALL: You should arrive at the LMC before the late bell. Do NOT go to study hall first. We will notify the study hall teacher of your presence. In order to come to the LMC once the late bell has rung, you need a research pass from your subject teacher (not the study hall teacher). DURING LUNCH: You should arrive at the LMC before the late bell and be prepared to do your work. Food, beverages and gum should not be brought into the LMC. We will give you a pass to the cafeteria when you are finished. In order to come to the LMC once the period has begun, you will need a pass from your teacher or the cafeteria supervisor. COURTESY AND CONDUCT: Please do not be disruptive to other LMC users. We expect you to arrive on time and to remain until the passing bell sounds. When in the LMC, the librarian and secretary are in charge and you must obey their demands and show them the same courtesy and respect as any other teacher.

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LMC – COURTESY AND CONDUCT (continued) When using the World Wide Web, students are to remain on educationally appropriate sites, as detailed in their Acceptable Use Policy. Failure to comply with these rules will result in disciplinary actions, including loss of Internet privileges. Eating and drinking in the library are not permitted. Food and beverages will be confiscated by LMC staff and thrown away. So that the LMC can remain a pleasant working environment for all students and faculty members using the library, we expect students to be considerate and respectful of others. This means working quietly and asking the LMC staff for help in finding any materials you need, or if you need help with the computer equipment. RENAISSANCE WHAT IS RENAISSANCE? Jostens Renaissance is an educational enrichment program designed to empower students and educators, re-energize the educational atmosphere, and create new opportunities for success. Our goal at Timber Creek is to recognize and reward student achievement, on all levels, and acknowledge and reward our faculty and staff for a job well done. CRITERIA: 1. No more than two occurrences of absences/1 lateness per quarter (VP’s discretion). 2. No discipline referrals – No failing grades – No fines 3. Participation in a school sponsored club, sport, service organization or a similar community based organization approved by the school.

GOLD: REMEMBER - 3.5 – 4.0 + Grade Point ALWAYSAverage GO FOR THE BLUE: GOLD! 3.0 – 3.49 Grade Point Average RED: 2.50 – 2.99 Grade Point Average WHITE: 2.00 – 2.49 Grade Point Average

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SPOTLIGHT ON PROGRAM The “Spotlight On” program recognizes students who demonstrate any of the following qualities: high academic performance, leadership ability, service to the community, and/or other admirable traits. This program recognizes faculty and staff who make a significant contribution to the educational community and its students. Faculty, staff, and students are nominated on a monthly basis.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Photographs for identification cards are taken at the beginning of each year. This card is used throughout the school year at Timber Creek. If you misplace your student identification card, stop by your Vice Principal’s office and pick up a replacement form. Fill in the required information and return the form to the main office along with a $5.00 replacement fee. LOCKERS: Lockers are the property of the Black Horse Pike Regional School District. They may be subject to searches in the interest of the safety and well being of students, faculty, and staff. DO NOT SHARE YOUR LOCKER OR COMBINATION WITH ANYONE. THE DISTRICT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR STOLEN ARTICLES. All locker problems should be reported to the main office. LOST AND FOUND: Any lost articles are to be brought to the MAIN OFFICE immediately where they may be retrieved. Students are advised, however, not to bring valuable possessions to school. The School District is not responsible for any lost or stolen articles. STUDENT DELIVERIES: Be aware that Timber Creek can not be responsible for the delivery of birthday gifts, balloons, flowers, etc. to students. Please DO NOT have any deliveries sent to Timber Creek High School.

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STUDENT PARKING: Student parking on school grounds is a privilege. Students with Renaissance placards may utilize the reserved parking spaces at the curb. There is enough parking for all licensed students. Parking spaces will not be assigned; however, students must register their vehicle and any other vehicle they may be driving (i.e. parents, siblings cars), and must park in parking lot “B” only. Students can pick up a registration form in the main office, fill in all required information for each vehicle they drive, and return the form to the main office. The school resource officer will check the form and issue a hang tag, which must be hung from the rear view mirror. This tag must be displayed on your vehicle - NO EXCEPTIONS. Any student failing to register their vehicle will have their privileges revoked. Students who violate any school rules or who are found to be driving recklessly will have this privilege revoked. QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS: Students have the right to have questions and concerns heard. Students are encouraged to use their Student Council Representative to bring matters of concern to the administration’s attention for resolution. Matters of academic concerns should be discussed with your teacher and counselor. Concerns not resolved should be addressed in the following order: department supervisor, vice principal, principal, superintendent, and Board of Education. SCHOOL CLOSING FOR EMERGENCY/ WEATHER: In the event of severe weather conditions or other emergencies, school may be closed or opened on a delayed schedule or necessitate an early dismissal. Announcements of school closing can be heard over local radio stations. Timber Creek’s school closing number is 557. You may also watch Channel 19. WORKING PAPERS: Applications for working papers may be obtained and returned to the General Office. The following information is necessary when applying: 1) Birth certificate or other proof of age; 2) Social Security Number; 3) Proof of physical examination; 4) Promise of employment filled out by the employer; 5) Signature of parent or guardian.

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Passive Breath Alcohol Sensor Devices The Black Horse Pike Regional School District Board of Education has authorized the use of Passive Breath Alcohol Sensor Devices (more commonly referred to as “Breathalyzers”), to screen students and school age guests for evidence of alcohol consumption. The Board is dedicated to preventing the use of alcohol at dances, athletic contests, and other school sponsored functions; and it is committed to protect all students from the harmful effects of alcohol use. Please note that the policy gives the administration the right to use the alcohol sensors on class trips (including the Senior trip), proms, athletic events, and at graduation. Please be advised, as has been the case in the past, if a staff member suspects that a student is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the student will immediately be sent for a physical examination and drug and alcohol screening as per Policy #5535. A copy of the Policy may be viewed @ www.bhprsd.org/TimberCreek/.

The Family Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are: 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the School receives a request for access. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes is inaccurate. 3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the School District to comply with the requirements of FERPA.

Visit the District’s website at: http://www.bhprsd.org

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INTERVENTION AND REFERRAL SERVICES TEAM (N.J.A.C. 6A:16- 7.2) Policy 2417 (a) The functions of the system of intervention and referral services in each school building shall be to: 1. Identify academic, attendance, behavior and health difficulties of students; 2. Collect thorough information on the identified academic, attendance, behavior and health difficulties; 3. Develop and implement action plans which provide for appropriate school or community interventions or referrals to school and community resources, based on the collected data and desired outcomes for the identified academic, attendance, behavior and health difficulty; 4. Provide support, guidance and professional development to school staff who identify academic, attendance, behavior and health difficulties; 5. Provide support, guidance and professional development to school staff who participate in each building’s system for planning and providing intervention and referral services; 6. Actively involve parents or guardians in the development and implementation of intervention and referral services action plans; 7. Coordinate the access to and delivery of school resources and services for achieving the outcomes identified in the intervention and referral services action plans; 8. Coordinate the services of community based social and health provider agencies and other community resources for achieving the outcomes identified in the intervention and referral services action plans; 9. Maintain records of all requests for assistance and all intervention and referral services action plans according to the requirements of 34 CFR Part 98, 34 CFR Part 99, 42 CFR Part II, N.J.S.A. 18A:40A- 7.1, N.J.A.C. 6A:16- 3.2, and N.J.A.C.6:3- 2.1; 10. Review and assess the effectiveness of the provisions of each intervention and referral services action plan in achieving the outcomes identified in each action plan and modify each action plan to achieve the outcomes, as appropriate; and 11. At a minimum, annually review the intervention and referral services action plans and the actions taken as a result of the building’s system of intervention and referral services and make recommendations to the principal for improving school programs and services as, appropriate. - 31 -

ANNUAL INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT NOTICE Dear Parent, Guardian, or Staff Member: This notice is being distributed to comply with the New Jersey School Integrated Pest Management Act. The Black Horse Pike Regional School District has adopted an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy and has implemented an IPM Plan to comply with this law. IPM is a holistic, preventive approach to managing pests that is explained further in the school’s IPM Policy included with this notice. All schools in New Jersey are required to have an Integrated Pest Management Coordinator (IPM Coordinator) to oversee all activities related to IPM and pesticide use at the school. The IPM Coordinator for Timber Creek High School is: Mark McMaster 501 Jarvis Road, Erial, NJ 08081 (856) 232-9703 Ext. 6009 The IPM Coordinator maintains the pesticide product label, and the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) (when one is available), of each pesticide product that may be used on school property. The label and the MSDS are available for review by a parent, guardian, staff member, or student attending the school. Also, the IPM Coordinator is available to parents, guardians, and staff members for information and to discuss comments about IPM activities and pesticide use at school. As part of a school pest management plan Timber Creek High School may use pesticides to control pests. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) register pesticides to determine that the use of a pesticide in accordance with instructions printed on the label does not pose an unreasonable risk to human health and the environment. Nevertheless, the EPA and the DEP cannot guarantee that registered pesticides do not pose any risk to human health, thus unnecessary exposure to pesticides should be avoided. The EPA has issued the statement that where possible, persons who are potentially sensitive, such as pregnant women, infants and children, should avoid unnecessary pesticide exposure. NOTE: A list of pesticides/herbicides used during the past year is available for your review on the Black Horse Pike District Website www.bhprsd.org.

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