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RKIHS STUDENT & PARENT/GUARDIAN HANDBOOK, 2015–2016

RUFUS KING INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS

Principal: Dr. Jennifer L. Smith Home of the Generals School Colors: Blue and Gold

School Vision Rufus King International High School is a community of excellence, fostering rigor, creativity, and diversity to empower students as active, global citizens. Students represent all attributes of the IB Learner Profle. School Values Employees of Rufus King International High School value professionalism, respect, collaboration, harmony, and dedication.

1801 West Olive Street, Milwaukee, WI 53209–6840 Telephone: (414) 267–0700 Main Fax: (414) 267–0715 Guidance Fax: (414) 267–0815 Website: mpsmke.com/rufusking

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It is the policy of the Milwaukee Public Schools, as required by section 118.13, Wisconsin Statutes, that no person will be denied admission to any public school or be denied the benefts of, or be discriminated against in any curricular, extracurricular, pupil services, recreational or other program or activity because of the person’s sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. Tis policy also prohibits discrimination under related federal statutes, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (race, color, and national origin), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (sex), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (disability), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (disability). Te following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: For section 118.13, Wisconsin Statutes, federal Title IX: Patricia Gill, Director, Of- For Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), federal Title II: Jef fce of Family Services, Room 133, Milwaukee Public Schools, 225 West Vliet St., Molter, 504/ADA Coordinator for Students, MPS Department of Special Services, P. O. Box 2181, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53201-2181; (414) 475-8139 5225 West Vliet St., P. O. Box 2181, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53201-2181.

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Rufus King Internatonal High School – Map

Floor Plan: Rufus King Internatonal High School Campus

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A Special Note from Administration and Faculty Welcome to Rufus King International High School! We pride ourselves on providing all students with the best possible learning environment. Our school is comprised of a diverse group of students, a knowledgeable staf, and the necessary supports for increasing student achievement. Rufus King is unique because it is flled with ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Each new school year brings opportunities for you to connect to the world beyond the school building. We want you to recognize your learning in one classroom connects to other subjects and to the world outside school doors. We want you to achieve balance by not only studying diligently, but also getting involved in some of the many programs, extracurricular activities, and organizations we ofer. Each year also brings challenges. Rufus King students do not compete against those in MPS, Wisconsin, or even the nation; you compete with the rest of the world. We send your work around the planet for evaluation next to the work of students from over 3,500 countries around the globe. To achieve success in that realm, you need to participate actively, taking full advantage of the faculty and staf here ready to support you in your journey to become an independent learner and thinker. Take the time to risk and inquire, communicate and refect. Tis agenda is one of the many tools provided to students to support your success as a RKIHS student. Tis agenda contains school and district policies you need to understand to be a principled student, as well as your hall passes for the year. Please be sure to put your name in this book and carry it with you daily. We look forward to working with you and expect you to display Rufus King PRIDE all year long as you become a better IB learner. RKIHS Administrative Team and Faculty

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Rufus King Internatonal High School Inquiring Students – Academics

History of Rufus King Rufus King High School was built between 1932 and 1934. It was Tips for Success: Know What to Expect in High School named afer Rufus King (1814-1876). You will have more success if you know what to expect. Link Crew leaders and guidance counselors can help you navigate: Rufus King High School opened its doors in September of 1934. More courses, teachers, and classmates ¾ In 1934, students chose the school colors, blue for loyalty and gold for worth. More extracurricular activities and social events ¾ Te frst principal Ralph Chamberlin believed in “giving More independence and more responsibility students the opportunity to learn to do the right things” and Greater emphasis on academic achievement established an honor system. Consequences for failing classes ¾ In 1945, under the guidance of principal Ralph Chamberlin, Greater need for time management and organization the school began the Rufus King War Memorial Scholarship with funds from paper collected for salvage during the World Understand Your Academic Record WarII.Teoriginalscholarshipwas$50.Todaythisscholarship Graduation Requirements: Know the requirements is known as the Ralph G. Chamberlin Scholarship. you must fulfll to graduate from Rufus King. Grade Point Average: Your grade point average (GPA) General Rufus King averages all grades; it begins when you start school. Rufus King was a soldier, Grades and Transcripts: You receive a progress report educator, journalist, and and report card twice a semester, but a transcript has diplomat. He was only semester grades. Semester grade = semester work– born in New York 75%, semester exam–25%. City on January 26, 1814, and died on Be in School Every Day October 13, 1876. You are in charge of your learning. Missing school means His grandfather, missing learning. also named Rufus You are responsible for fnding out what you missed and King, was a signer turning in what was due before your absence. To make of the United States work up, you need an excused absence (19). Constitution, a Federalist senator Know How to Get Good Grades from New York 9 Be organized—Manage your time. Use your agenda: State, ambassador to r take it out at the beginning of every class; England, and a principal r record important due dates; author of the Northwest r cross of assignments when you complete them; Ordinance of 1787. Rufus r write down objectives and questions you have. King’s father Charles King was 9 Take good notes in class and ask questions. the reform-minded founder and editor of the New York American 9 Read carefully and study regularly. and president of Columbia College (University) in New York City. 9 Hand in all assignments on time. Rufus King graduated from West Point. Following his graduation, 9 Seek tutoring. Don’t wait too long: Ask right away. he served under General Robert E. Lee during the construction of Fort Monroe near Washington D.C. He lef the army in 1836 to Set Goals work on the survey of the New York and Erie Railroad. Set reasonable goals for yourself in each class. In 1838, King began a career in journalism as editor of the Albany & Make sure your goal focuses on learning, not grades Advertiser and Albany Journal. During that time, Governor (they come with learning), and is concrete; you should William H. Seward appointed King adjutant general of the New be able to measure your goal. York National Guard. & Use a contingency formula: If x happens, I will do y . In 1845, Rufus King was hired as editor of the Milwaukee Sentinel. He was a member of the Wisconsin Constitutional Convention of Get Involved 1847 and a regent of the University of Wisconsin. From 1859 to Æ Spend time meeting new people and making friends. 1860, he served as superintendent of the Milwaukee schools. He was Æ Become a leader in some activity or aspect of school. also an ofcial of the Milwaukee volunteer fre department. Æ Try something new; learning stretches a comfort zone. In 1861, Abraham Lincoln appointed Rufus King presidential envoy to the Vatican. As he was preparing to leave for that post, the Make Good Decisions Civil War broke out. King resigned from his appointment and was Smart students making stupid choices get hurt! commissioned as a brigadier general. He led the Iron Brigade and Gather all information about each choice you have. fought in the Peninsular Campaign under General McClellan. Poor Consider positives and negatives of each choice. health forced him to leave the army in 1863. He returned to the diplomatic corps, serving as minister to the Vatican from 1863 to Know How to Handle Stress 1867. He did not return to Milwaukee before his death in 1876. Tese tips based on brain research can help you relieve stress. Adapted from: Rufus King High School Alumni Directory 2004. Chesapeake, VA: - Take a deep breath and slowly release it, pushing all the Harris Publishing Company, Inc., 2004, vi.

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Inquiring Students – Academics Testng – Making the Most of It

air out. Repeat until you feel your body relax. PSAT Testng - Draw a smiley face and smile at it; smiles reset the brain. Any junior may take the PSAT in the fall semester during - Visualize a favorite place; stay there for a few minutes. the school day. Students must sign up to take the text. Tis test can qualify students for the National Merit Scholarship Use Available Resources: People, places, things Program. More information can be found at www.colleg- ³ Don’t be shy! Ask for support. Adults were once all eboard.com. teenagers; it’s OK to seek a trusted adult’s voice. ³ Te library in the building and online has numerous resources to support student learning and growth. ACT Testng Plan and Prepare for Your Future Every junior in MPS takes the ACT in spring. Your ACT ³ Choose courses carefully: Academic experiences shape scores measure your current level of educational develop- your future. Consider careers or schools that interest ment in English, mathematics, reading, and science. Colleges you. Look for rigor to support skills you will need. and universities use the scores to determine your likely suc- ³ Work diligently; the grades you earn afect your GPA. It cess in college. So what do ACT scores really mean? is easier to lower one’s GPA quickly than it is to raise it. How does ACT derive your test scores? 1. ACT counts only correct answers on each subject test; you are not penalized for incorrect answers or guessing. Add/Drop Classes 2. Next, ACT converts your number of correct answers for Students may add or drop a class only in the frst three weeks each test into a “scale score” from one to 36. of the semester. Afer the above dates, students may not add a course. If students choose to drop a course afer the above 3. Finally, ACT averages the four subject scores and dates, they will receive a semester grade of U for the course. rounds to the nearest whole number to derive a compos- Rufus King does not honor requests for specifc teachers ite score. or course changes/withdrawals to insure a desired GPA, to ACT uses the frst two steps above to compute your sub- provide time for extracurriculars or part time jobs, or because a scores on a scale from one to 18. Subscores show specifc student does not like a course. A course change or withdrawal strengths and weaknesses you have in each subject area. will be considered if a student becomes seriously ill, faces (Tey do not add up to equal your score.) unique personal circumstances, or has been placed in a course No test can measure your educational development or inappropriate for his or her background or talent. Seniors potential perfectly. Your scores really represent a range: must inform colleges they have applied to in writing if a course r Subject test scores: +/- two points; a subject score of withdrawal is approved. 19 means your level is between 17 and 21. Pass/Fail Opton r Composite test score: +/- one point; a composite Juniors and seniors may take a single academic class and a gym score of 23 means your level is between 22 and 24. class for pass/fail credit rather than a grade. To take this option, What do your ACT scores really mean? students must pick up a pass/fail card from the attendance Æ Rank: Your rank scores show how you compare to stu- ofce, room 134. Cards must be completely flled out, signed dents who recently graduated from high school who by the student and parent/guardian, and returned to the took the ACT. You receive a state and national rank. attendance ofce room 134 by the end of the third week of the semester. Students should check with colleges or universities to Your rank means you scored as well as or better than that learn how the institution evaluates pass/fail classes. percent of students who took the test. If your rank is 72%, you scored as well as or better than 72% of recently College, Career, and Scholarship Informaton graduated high school students who took the ACT. Te guidance ofce has college/career information for students. College and university representatives ofen visit; Each subject test has both a rank for the total score in the sign up in guidance to meet with representatives. Guidance subject and a rank for each of the subareas of the test. counselors may be able to answer questions and provide advice Æ Subject Scores: Te ACT was designed to predict po- regarding fnancial aid for college; call for information or an tential success in the frst year of college. So ACT has appointment. created benchmarks, scores students should achieve on All seniors applying for colleges and universities should have each subject test if they intend to succeed in college. their materials to their guidance counselor no later than ACT Bench- Corresponding First-Year Friday, October 31. Please be aware some colleges have earlier Subject mark College Course deadlines. For those cases materials must be given to the counselor ten days before the due date. English 18 English composition Guidance will post all scholarship information it has on Career Math 22 College algebra Cruisingforstudentstoview.Inthecaseofagradepointaverage Reading 22 Social sciences/humanities tie for the Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholarship, the tie breaker will consist of frst looking at the composite ACT Science 23 Biology score, followed by the ACT writing subscore.

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Testng – Making the Most of It The Library – Making the Most of It

If you score at least the benchmark, it means you have: Using the Library Media Center: Room 227 r a 50 percent chance of earning a B or higher or r a 75 percent chance of earning a C or higher in the Library Use corresponding frst-year college course. Students must have a Library/Computer Lab pass from the classroom teacher, whose work the student will do. Students ACT marks any of your scores that meet or exceed the may use the library during study hall or lunch. Students must benchmark with an asterisk (*) on your score report. havetheirstudentIDsandreportdirectlytothelibrarywhen Not reaching the benchmark scores may mean you need the bell rings. Check in at the desk for attendance purposes. to take remedial courses in college. Colleges have remedial Late students must have a hall pass afer the fnal bell. courses in English and math, but there are no remedial college courses to support students in the social sciences, hu- Things to Remember manities, or sciences. A studious atmosphere is maintained at all times: Tere is no loud talk or play, no eating or drinking, and no music play- MPS now has students complete ACT’s writing test. ers, headsets, iPods, or cell phones allowed. For more information, visit ACT’s website at http://www. actstudent.org/. Book Check-Out Students may check out up to 4 books for a 2-week period. A date due receipt is always given. Late fee: 5₡ per book a day SAT Testng Book Return Te SAT tests critical reading, writing, and math skills be- Return books to the circulation desk or the book drop box cause strength in these is important for success in college in the second foor hallway. and life. Te revised SAT test has the following sections. Notces Æ Te reading section includes passages and multiple Fine and overdue book notices are distributed once a month choice questions that test a student’s ability to reason, during announcements. Pay fees to the bookkeeper in the infer, and analyze; the test has four focus areas: bookstore. r words in context r command of evidence Computer Use r informational graphics Te library has PCs in the main area. Te adjoining com- r range of text complexity puter lab has more PCs. All computers print to the library main desk; collect printouts there. Æ Te writing section multiple-choice questions on identifying errors and improving grammar and usage. Logging On Te 25-minute essay is optional; it asks students to Username: s + 7-digit student ID number [s1234567]. read a passage and write an analysis of it, using evi- Password: birth date [MM/DD/YY]. dence and explanation. Finding Materials Æ Te math section includes questions on algebra, prob- Students can look for books from any computer with In- lem solving and data analysis, advanced math, and ad- ternet access. Go to the MPS website and choose “Library ditional topics in math. Catalog Search.” Ten choose “King High School.” Students Æ Each section of the SAT is scored on a 200- to can search 4 ways: title, author, subject, and keyword. 800-point scale; the total test is worth 1600. Like the ACT, the SAT awards points for correct answers; for Rufus King Internatonal Online Library the SAT, you earn one point for each correct answer. If Rufus King has its own Virtual Reference Library, including you skip a question, you do not gain or lose points; but ebooks and databases specifc to our educational program. unlike the ACT, the SAT penalizes wrong answers; a Connect by logging in to Rufus King’s library (upper right). fraction of a point is subtracted from your score if you Te password if you are at home is rufus. answer incorrectly. MPS Student Tools and Virtual Library Students may also take SAT subject tests to show their Student Tools, a collection of databases and search engines knowledge in areas they excel. See the website for details. for homework and research assignments, is on the MPS Te College Board takes your raw SAT score, the number of Portal. Some websites require a username and password. At points you actually earned, and turns it into a scaled score the top of the Student page, you can click to access the ap- between 200-800 points. Tis provides you with a score that propriate usernames and passwords: “Some resources below translates into a percentile. A percentile is like the ACT’s require a login, if accessed from home. To view login infor- rank; it shows you how well you did compared with others mation please click here.” who took the SAT based on the most recent scores for the previous year’s graduating class. Students receive both a na- Avoiding Accidents tional and state percentile. Save all work as a rich-text fle (.rtf ) when working at home. Tis ensures the ability to open fles at school. For more information, visit SAT portion of the College Board website at http://sat.collegeboard.org/home. All in- Save work in a number of locations (on a fash drive, on your formation here comes from portions of this website. student drive, or even as an e-mail attachment).

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What does it mean to be an IB learner?

Graduaton Requirements for Rufus King Internatonal Internatonal Endorsed Diploma A minimum of 23 units and 4 years of full-time attendance are required for graduation. Te following courses are REQUIRED of all students: Graduation Checklist

Subject No. of yrs. Courses Course Required Credit Value

ENGLISH 4 years One unit of English each year English (09) _____ 1.0 Students must pass English 9 (both English (10) _____ 1.0 semester 1 AND semester 2) and English English (11) _____ 1.0 10 (both semester 1 AND semester 2) to enroll in upper level courses. English (12) _____ 1.0

WORLDLANGUAGE 2 years Two consecutive years of the same world World language _____ 1.0 combined language World language _____ 1.0

MATHEMATICS 3 years Including algebra, geometry, AND a Algebra _____ 1.0 course beyond geometry Geometry _____ 1.0 Math (3rd yr.) _____ 1.0

SCIENCE 3 years Including one life science and one Biology _____ 1.0 physical science Physics/chemistry I _____ 1.0 Science (3rd yr.) _____ 1.0

SOCIAL SCIENCE 3 years World history in ninth grade World history _____ 1.0 United States history in tenth grade U.S. history _____ 1.0 IB: history I, economics, geography OR IB social science (3rd yr.) _____ 1.0 psychology in eleventh grade

PHYSICAL 3 semesters Open to all grade levels Phy. Ed. (09) _____ 0.5 EDUCATION Phy. Ed. _____ 0.5 Phy. Ed. _____ 0.5

HEALTH 1 semester Ninth grade Health (09) _____ 0.5

FINE ARTS 2 semesters Courses in art, music, or speech/theatre Fine arts _____ 0.5 arts (except SP011) Fine arts _____ 0.5

CONTEMPORARY 1 semester Eleventh or twelfh grade Contemporary COMMUNICATION Communication _____ 0.5

ELECTIVES 9 semesters One semester must be an online course, 1 ____ 4 ____ 7 ____ 4.5 community service experience, OR 2 ____ 5 ____ 8 ____ service learning (begins with class of 2014-2015) 3 ____ 6 ____ 9 ____

NOTE: College admissions requirements are ofen more extensive than high school Total Units to Graduate 23.0 graduation requirements.

Units Required for Promoton Students must select a minimum of 6.5 units for each of their years. Rufus King has no half-day programs for regular education students. th 9 grade student (freshman) = less than 5 units Students select programs for the entire school year. Necessary program 10th grade student (sophomore) = 5 or more units correctionswillbemadeinAugustoratmid-year.Ifprogrammingproblems 11th grade student (junior) = 10 or more units arise, students should contact the school early in August. 12th grade student (senior) = 16 or more units NOTE: College admissions requirements are ofen more extensive than high school graduation requirements.

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How do I develop as an IB learner?

Internatonal Baccalaureate Organizaton (IBO) Mission Te International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the IBO works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment. Tese programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their diferences, can also be right.

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Academics – An Internatonal Baccalaureate World School

Diploma Program (DP) Te Diploma Program is for highly motivated secondary school students ages 16 to 19. It incorporates the best elements of national systems. Since its founding, the IB diploma Rufus King has become a symbol of academic integrity and intellectual promise. IB Contacts The Diploma and the Certfcate To complete the full program and earn an IB Diploma in addition to an MPS diploma, Diploma Program Coordinator students must do the following: (grades 11-12) Mr. Daniel Gatewood, gatewodr@ Study six subjects, one each from Select at least three and no Library, room 227A, 267-0735 groups 1-5: more than four of the six

p Language & Literature HL subjects as higher level (HL), CAS Coordinator (grades 11-12) u 1 o Literature HL two-year courses. r g Literature & Performance SL Ms. Elizabeth Dempsey, dempsee@ Te other courses will be

p German SL/HL u standard level (SL), a one or EE Coordinator (grades 11-12) 2 o Latn SL/HL r g Spanish SL/HL two-year course, depending on Mr. Joshua Joseph, josephj@ the subject. Global SL

p Americas HL Generally world language and Middle Years Program Coordinator u 3 o Economics SL/HL r math courses are two-year stan- (grades 9-10) g Geography SL Psychology SL dard level (SL) courses. Ms. Erica Ganong, ganongea@ Biology SL/HL Library 227B, 267-07 p

u Chemistry SL/HL 4 o r Environmental Systems & Society SL g PP Coordinator (grades 9-10) Physics SL/HL Complete all course require- Ms. Dawn Schlipp, schlipda@ Calculus SL ments and take all examinations. p

u Math Topics HL 5 o r Math Studies SL More Information g Pre-Calculus SL For more information on the AND one from group 6 Meet standards and conditions: International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and its p Art HL Subjects are graded on a scale of u 6 o Music SL r 1 (minimum) to 7 (maximum). programs, see also www.ibo.org. g Theatre HL Students must score at least 24 Faculty e-mail: [email protected] OR points in six subjects. a second subject from groups 1-4, further mathematics SL, or computer science SL/HL DP Curriculum: group Full Diploma Additonal Requirements

g r o Î Take Teory of Knowledge (TOK) spring of u p p u junior year and fall of senior year. o r Î Write an extended essay, an independent re- g search paper, of 3,000-4,000 words due the end of frst semester senior year. Î CompleteaCASexperienceofabout150hours, over two years, including a long-term service project and self-initiated service project. g r o u p p u o r g A candidate who does not satisfy the requirements of the Full Diploma Program, or who has elected to take fewer than six IB subjects, is awarded a certifcate for group examinations completed. Diploma candidates who complete more than six IB subjects receive an extra certifcate for the additional subject(s).

Rufus King has been authorized for the Diploma Program for over 35 years, since 1978.

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What does it mean to be Principled? Academic Honesty

Academic Honesty Plagiarism Defned Academic honesty refers to principled students doing their own Academic dishonesty happens any time you do not do your own reading, thinking, and writing. A student who does not do her own work and call it your own. It includes the following. work engages in academic dishonesty, also called plagiarism. What Consttutes Plagiarism? 1. using a published author’s work: r copying directly from a book, magazine, newspaper, song, or the Internet without using quotation marks Plagiarism and/or without providing the author’s name and a bibliography; r paraphrasing, putting the text in your own words, and is not just about stealing words, not providing the author’s name and a bibliography; r summarizing, using key words, phrases, or ideas from the text, and not providing the author’s name and a but also about stealing ideas! bibliography; r using statistical data or copying maps, charts, or graphs from a book, magazine, newspaper, song, or the Internet without providing the author’s name and a School Policy on Plagiarism bibliography; Any instance of plagiarism results in loss of that evidence 2. using facts that are not generally known or accepted as and parent contact by the teacher: either a letter requiring common knowledge; parent signature, copied to your administrator and the ap- 3. using an Internet translator; propriate IB coordinator, or a phone call. More than one r using an Internet service that writes a paper or translates ofense may result in a referral to administration. an assignment into another language for you. 4. using a friend’s work*: Importance of Understanding Plagiarism r having him tell you an answer or part of the answer; Plagiarism in school, an extremely serious ofense, can result in a r copying homework. failing grade for the assignment. In college plagiarism can result 5. cheating on a test*: in failing the entire course or disciplinary action, including expul- r gettinginformationaboutwhatisonatestfromsomeone sion. In the professional world, plagiarism can result in a lawsuit, who took it before you do; fnes, termination of employment, and even jail time, not to men- tion public embarrassment and loss of integrity. r using unauthorized notes, books, or electronics not allowed; So how do you avoid plagiarism? Ask yourself, “Is this work completely mine? Did I really come up with all the ideas and words?” r using a textbook not allowed; If the answer is no or not completely, you need to do one of two r looking at someone else’s test. things: 6. using an assignment for more than one class unless " If the source is a friend or the Internet, do your own work! authorized to do so. " If you have incorporated other sources, any examples of “us- Note: A person who allows someone to copy his/her work is ing an author’s published work,” cite the original author of equally as guilty of plagiarism as the person copying. Conse- the outside work you used. Ask your teacher what format quences are the same! Tink about it: You wouldn’t work for (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.) you should use for citations your best friend for free. Why work for free in school? and bibliographies.

Website Support for Understanding Academic Honesty & Academic Honesty Tutorial and Quiz: https://www.indiana.edu/~istd/ Tis site has a good explanation of academic dishonesty and an accompanying quiz. Complete it and earn a certifcate. & Cyberbee: http://www.cyberbee.com/cb_copyright.swf Tis site provides simple answers to what copyright is and what students can and cannot use to be academically honest. & Academic Honesty Quiz: http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/advocacy/academic_honesty_quiz.html Tis site has questions about actions and whether or not they qualify as academic honesty; it has answers. & Bedford Bibliographer: http://bcs.bedfordstmartins.com/bbibliographer Tis site helps you create bibliographies correctly in a variety of diferent formats. Students create an account; it’s free.

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Understanding IB Lingo Student Responsibilites/Discipline

Students have the right to a free public education, and they are Te International Baccalaureate Organization has its own responsible for complying with the rules and regulations of the vocabulary. Below are the most common abbreviations and school district and the instructions of all school district personnel. terms along with what they mean. Tey must accept the authority of all school district personnel on school property and at school-sponsored, of-campus events. Failure IBO International Baccalaureate Organization: Te to meet these responsibilities will be cause for disciplinary action. organization overseeing all IB programs, creating the structure, rubrics, and timelines Atendance RufusKingisafull-time,full-dayschoolwithnoearlyreleaseorwork MYP Middle Years Program: IB program for students study program for regular education students. Daily attendance is in grades 6-10; RKIHS ofers the last two years essential for all students. All students are expected to attend every to prepare students for the Diploma Program. period every day, to be on time for the start of the day by reporting to AtL Approaches to Learning: Five areas of study skills class before 7:30 a.m., and to be on time for the start of every class. students must master to succeed Early Entrance PP Personal Project: Te culminating independent Students who arrive prior to 7:20 a.m. must enter the building research project for the MYP, completed by stu- through the 19th Street entrance and go directly to the cafeteria. dents during grade 10 Students may obtain passes from their teachers to meet prior to 7:20 a.m. and must present this pass to the supervising teacher. DP Diploma Program: IB program for students in Students must remain with that teacher until 7:20 a.m. Reasons grades 11-12. for early entrance may include special help, club meetings, etc. Full Students who choose to engage fully in the Di- Arrival at School Diploma ploma Program their junior and senior years (See Upon the bell at 7:20 a.m., students may enter the building by the page 9 for the requirements.) main entrance, the west 19th Street entrance, and the rear 17th Street parking lot entrance. Students in the cafeteria must leave by CAS Creativity – Action – Service: Activities and ex- the 7:30 a.m. bell. periences full diploma DP students seek or create to enrich their educational experience; students Students must use the time from 7:20 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. to prepare complete 150 hours, equally divided among the for the school day. Tey must place coats, hats, etc. in lockers and three areas during junior and senior years. take necessary books, folders, etc. for morning classes. TOK Teory of Knowledge: Required interdisciplin- Late Yellow Bus Admitance ary course for full diploma DP students; aims to Students arriving late on a yellow bus must obtain a late bus ad- stimulate critical refection on knowledge and ex- mittance form from the attendance ofce upon arrival. Students perience gained in and outside the classroom. will be allowed to go to their lockers and proceed to their assigned classes. Teir tardiness will be excused. EE Extended Essay: A 3,000-4,000 word independent research project full diploma DP students Tardy to School complete; work begins in spring of junior year; Rufus King has implemented a tardy policy to help students be on students choose a research topic and a faculty advi- time and make the most of their learning experience. As a result, sor to oversee work. students are held accountable for these rules: 1. Students not in frst period will be marked absent for the IA Internal Assessment: DP assessments such as oral entire day unless they check in as tardy. exercises, projects, student portfolios, class presen- tations, practical laboratory work, mathematical 2. Students who arrive afer 7:35 a.m. must enter the building investigations, and artistic performances which from the 19th Street entrance. students complete as a portion of the IB grade 3. Students not in their frst period class by 7:35 a.m. are tardy. and teachers mark using IB rubrics; schools send Tey will report to the tardy room to fll out a tardy slip and IB requested samples for external moderation. be sent to their frst period class. Moderators may afrm, reduce, or increase teach- 4. For students with a note from a parent/guardian explaining ers’ marks, according to the rubric for the assign- a valid reason for the tardiness, the tardy will be counted as ment/subject. an excused absence. External DP assessments completed during coursework and Tardy to Class Assess- fnal examinations taken on site marked externally Tardiness to class is not allowed. Students have four minutes to ment by examiners somewhere in the world; teachers change classes and must be inside their classrooms when the tardy oversee some assessment tasks; are a portion of bell rings. School administration will closely monitor tardiness. a student’s IB grade for each subject. Externally More than 3 tardies for any class period(s) during one week is con- marked examinations form the greatest share of as- sidered excessive and parents will be contacted. Progressive disci- sessment for each subject. plinary measures will be followed to address tardiness concerns. HL Higher level: two-year DP course Hall Passes During a class period, students may not leave a classroom without SL Standard level: one-year or two-year DP course de- a hall pass from the teacher. Teachers will not give hall passes the pending on subject area frst and last ten minutes of each period.

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Excused (Legal) Absences and 314 Forms to Make Up Work Students absent from school must have a parent/guardian call d school before 9 a.m., the day of the absence. To obtain a 314 form, Shoes: All students must wear shoes for safety. Bedroom students must submit a written excuse signed by parent/guardian slippers may not be worn. to the attendance ofce room 134 before or afer school within d Outside clothing: Outside coats or jackets may not 48 hours of returning to school. be worn during school hours. Items should be placed in students’ lockers. Tis includes gloves, winter hats, and Legal absences defned by the School Board include: personal scullcaps. illness; funerals; required legal appearances; designated religious d holidays; medical or dental appointments; family emergencies– Head gear: Hats, caps, sunglasses, head rags, bandannas, student absences which contribute to the health, safety, or fnan- and headbands may not be worn during school hours. cial well-being of the family; driver’s examinations; approved edu- d Undergarments: Undergarments or pajamas may not cational activities. be worn as outerwear. Undergarments may not be exposed, and sagging pants are not allowed. Students should schedule dental/doctor appointments, job inter- d views, etc. outside of regular school hours. Students must give the Don’ts: Gang-related or clique representative articles may attendance ofce a written note from parents/guardians request- not be worn. Clothing decorated with obscene phrases ing early dismissal. (beer, alcohol, drugs, contraband, or tobacco comments), nudity, or any language interpreted as abusive or vulgar may Students may not leave school unless they are ofcially excused not be worn. through the attendance ofce room 134. d Tops (including dresses): Tops or dresses that are All teachers enforce exam procedures. Students with unexcused low cut, strapless, or have revealing sides may not be worn. absences may not exempt exams under any circumstances. Clothing with shoulder straps will be fastened or strapped across the shoulders. Midrif tops are not allowed. d Shorts/dresses/skirts/pants: Shorts and mini- Field Trips skirts may be worn only if they meet the minimum Students attending a feld trip must obtain the necessary par- specifcation of striking the student’s leg at the end of his/ ent and teacher signatures at least two days prior to the feld her fngertips. Slits in skirts and dresses and holes in pants trip. Students must check with teachers before the feld trip must be fngertip length. regarding missed as homework, activities, tests, and complete as agreed with teachers. Bullying Policy Afer School Defnition: Bullying is deliberate or intentional behavior using Rufus King has implemented this policy to ensure student and wordsoractions,intendedtocausefear,humiliation,intimidation, staf safety. Students are held accountable for these rules: harm, or social exclusion. Bullying may be repeated behavior and Æ Afer school, students must be with an adult by 3 p.m. If involves an imbalance of power. unsupervised, they must go home or wait for rides in the Bullying behavior can be: locked entryway on Olive Street. ' physical (assault, hitting, kicking, thef, etc.); Æ For their own safety, students should not let outsiders in ' verbal(threateningorintimidatinglanguage,name-calling, school at any time. cruel rumors, racist remarks, etc.); ' indirect (spreading rumors, social exclusion and isolation, Atre using technology in a hurtful manner: cyberbullying, Students have the right to choose their manner of dress and personal which includes, but is not limited to, use of email, instant grooming but are expected to dress adequately, suitable for weather messaging, text messages, digital pictures or images, cell conditions, and in good taste. Any attire presenting a clear danger phones, or website postings); to the student’s health and safety, causing interference with work, ' bullying by proxy (i.e. someone engaging in bullying or creating classroom or school disruption is inappropriate. School through or on behalf of another); is students’ full-time job. Generally speaking, if an item cannot be ' worn in a work setting, it should not be worn to school. between students and students, students and adults, or adults and adults. Dress Code Students who engage in bullying behavior will be disciplined Tis is a comprehensive policy: All students must adhere to it. accordingtotheguidelinesintheMPSParent/StudentHandbook Parents and students will be notifed of any exceptions. All school on Rights, Responsibilities, and Discipline. personnel are responsible for enforcing the dress code standards to be followed by students. It is the responsibility of all students, school staf members, and concerned individuals who observe or become aware of acts of Inappropriately dressed students will be sent to an administrator. bullying to report these acts confdentially to a member of the Parents will be called for a change of clothes, or students will school staf or administration. be sent home when necessary. Te dress code does not change according to the weather, and wearing a jacket does not correct Conduct the problem of inappropriate dress when the jacket is taken of. All students are subject to disciplinary procedures. Behavioral Te dress code for Rufus King includes the following restrictions expectations and disciplinary actions listed in the Handbook on every day, in every class, for every student: Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Discipline are enforced.

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Classroom and Study Hall Conduct X Students with an unexcused absence fail that exam. Y Students must arrive on time. Students not in their seats when X Students in the halls during exams must have a signed hall the bell rings will be marked tardy. pass. Y Te classroom atmosphere will be one conducive to learning. X All students must leave the building at the conclusion of the Students must stay in assigned seats, use time productively, examination schedule each day. and respect the rights of others at all times. X Students not scheduled for exams are excused and can remain Y Te teacher is in charge of the classroom at all times. at home or use the cafeteria for quiet study time. Students are Y Hall passes are a privilege and should be requested only in not allowed to visit, congregate, or loiter in or near any school an emergency. No more than one student at a time may use a building during exam days. pass. No passes will be issued during the frst or last 10 minutes of the period. (Students must arrange passes to guidance with Final Exam Schedule their guidance counselors.) Time Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Y Any adjustments to the physical arrangements, such as open- ing windows, adjusting window shades, changing thermostats, 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. 1 4 6 etc. may be made only under the teacher’s direction. Y Students must deposit all waste materials in proper contain- 8:55 a.m. – 10:10 a.m. 2 5 7 ers. School is your home away from home; treat it as such. Y No food, beverages, or gum are allowed at any time. 10:20 a.m. – 11:35 a.m. 3 Y Writing on desks, damaging equipment, etc. is vandalism. Y Classroom: Class rules, discipline policy, and grading policy Final Grading Policy will be communicated in writing to students and parents/ Each semester counts for 75% of a student’s semester grade. Final guardians within the frst week of school. exams count for 25% of a student’s semester grade. Y Study Hall: Study hall is for studying. Every student must bring and use study or acceptable reading material daily. Cafeteria Conduct Electronic Communicaton Devices Law W Students may not enter the cafeteria without their student IDs. Attention Students: W No one else may get a lunch for a student receiving free or re- duced lunch. WISCONSIN STATE W Students must be seated unless they are purchasing food or beverages, returning trays, discarding garbage, or talking with STATUTE 118.258 a staf member. W Sitting on cafeteria tables is a violation of the Federal Food PROHIBITS Program. Tables are not designed to withstand the stress. W Trowing food is not permitted under any circumstances; stu- the use of dents caught throwing food will be suspended. ELECTRONIC W Students must clean their area before they leave the cafeteria. DEVICES Final Examinaton Conduct X All existing rules of conduct remain in efect during exams. on school premises. Rule violation will result in appropriate disciplinary action. X Students are required to complete an exam in all of their courses unless an exemption has been granted. Electronic Equipment Students are not allowed to activate, use, or display electronic X Students must report to an exam or designated location dur- communication devices such as cell phones and pagers ing each exam period. Te cafeteria is available as a study area. and electronic entertainment devices such as headphones, X Students must bring all materials requested by the teacher for earbuds, CD players, MP3 players, iPods, or radios while on taking an exam. premises controlled by Milwaukee Public Schools. X Students taking exams must remain in the exam room for the USE, ACTIVATE, OR DISPLAY it—and you WILL full 75 minutes. lose it. Parents are required to pick up these devices at the X Cheating on an exam will result in failure of the exam. end of the school day. If a student activates, uses, or displays X Students who are ill must have parents call the school before a communication device to endanger the physical safety or 7:35 a.m. Tey must submit a written excuse upon return to mentalwellbeingofothers,thestudentwillberecommended school to make-up an exam. for expulsion. In the event that communication devices are X Tardy students must report to room 134 to obtain a pass to be brought to school, the school and school district will not be admitted to an exam. Tey will not be admitted more than 20 fnancially responsible for lost or stolen items. minutes afer an exam starts and will receive no extra time.

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Food and Beverage Policy or other school personnel of the district to harass a student, teacher, Æ Allconsumptionoffoodordrinkduringtheschooldaymustbe administrator or other school personnel through conduct or confned to the cafeteria unless participating in a class activity. communications of a sexual nature as defned by this policy. Æ Food purchased outside the school is not permitted in the Complaint Procedures cafeteria or school during the school day. Homemade bag Any student who feels s/he has been subjected to sexual harass- lunches are acceptable. ment by another student and all staf, students, and parents who Æ Glass containers are not allowed in school. suspect sexual harassment should contact the principal to report the harassment. Te school principal will act as investigator and Fundraising/Personal Sales meet separately with each individual involved in the complaint. $ Fundraising and personal sales are not allowed during school When appropriate, a group session between the parties involved hours; these violate School Board policy. in the complaint may be held in an efort to resolve the complaint on an informal basis. $ Byfederallaw,nounauthorizedfoodmaybesoldinthecafeteria. Violators will be referred to their grade level administrator(s). See the MPS Parent Handbook on Rights and Responsibilities for more information. $ Items sold during the school day will be confscated and will not be returned to students. Student Fees, Graduaton Fees, and Unfnished Business ¸ Student fees Homecoming and Prom Ticket Purchase Policy $35.00 per student. Fees cover student handbooks, newsletter Te staf has high expectations for student behavior. In accordance printing, postage for mailings, and other student related with rigorous academics and the goal of maintaining a positive expenses; they do not include graduation fees. school climate, students who are suspended from school for any reason during the semester will not be allowed to purchase a dance ¸ Graduation fees ticket. Students who are suspended in the fall may appeal this ruling $125,ifpaidpriortoMarch1.FromMarch1toApril30,thefee for Homecoming, and students suspended in the spring semester goes up to $135. From May 1, the fee goes up again to $150. can appeal this rule for Prom. Appeals must be submitted in writing Students will not be allowed to participate in any senior to the administrator that issued the suspension no later than one activities, including graduation, until all outstanding fnancial week prior to the event. Written appeals must include the reason obligationsaremet.Seethebookkeeperifyouneedclarifcation for the request, signature of the student, and signature of the parent/ of this policy or to pay your fees. guardian. Te administrator will review the reasons for the request ¸ and make a fnal ruling. Payment Students may pay fees at the bookstore any time during the For a student to bring a guest to Homecoming or Prom, the student school year. Personal checks will not be accepted afer April 1. must submit a Rufus King Guest Approval form at the time of ticket purchase. Technology Litering E-Mail Garbage cans are located under fre extinguishers on each Every MPS student has an e-mail account with Microsof foor and in all bathrooms, classrooms, and the cafeteria. Outlook. All other e-mail applications cannot be used on Students are expected to keep the building free from litter. campus. If e-mailing assignments to access at school, use Several years ago, freshmen began a campaign to keep Rufus your MPS account to ensure you can access the work at King clean. Tey produced artwork, videos, and public service school. If you are not sure whether your word processing announcements to encourage fellow students to pick up afer program is compatible with school sofware, save your fles themselves and respect Rufus King as their “house.” Tis efort as rich-text fle (.rtf). Tis ensures the ability to open fles continues, so please, Keep King Clean! at school. Personal Afecton Accessing E-Mail Public displays of afection, such as holding hands, kissing, or Login to the Internet. On the MPS homepage (milwau- groping are not allowed in school. kee.k12.wi.us) click on “student mail” in the upper right corner. Login again. Read all messages before sending any Personal Deliveries new mail. As an academic campus, staf do not accept deliveries for students such as fowers, balloons, etc. Such deliveries will be turned away. Studente-mailaddressesare“s”followedbythe7-digitstu- dent ID and the ending for all MPS students: s123567@ Sexual Harassment Policy student.milwaukee.k12.wi.us. Faculty and staf e-mail It is the policy of the Milwaukee Public School district to maintain addresses end with @milwaukee.k12.wi.us. Tey can be an environment that is free from sexual harassment. Te school found on the Rufus King website under the staf tab. district, therefore, prohibits any form of sexual harassment. Cautionary Note: Because MPS is a public institution, all Sexual harassment consists of unwelcome sexual advances, requests MPS e-mail is considered public document; it is archived for sexual favors, and sexually motivated physical contact or other and saved by the district for seven years. Students should verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. not send inappropriate messages or create inappropriate signatures. It is a violation of this policy for any student, teacher, administrator,

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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENTS MILWAUKEE Rufus King International High School BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS

Last Name First Name Revised Discipline Policy School Board Policy on Student Handbook For High School Students In signing this statement I acknowledge the fact that I have received a copy of the Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities, and Discipline and have been informed by the administration/teaching faculty about the Student Responsibility intent of the information contained in the booklet. Students are directed I have been informed by the administration/ to take the handbook home and share it with their parents/guardians. teaching staf at Rufus King International High School about the revision in the changes School Board Policy on Weapons made in the School Board Discipline Policy for Students possessing a dangerous weapon to and from school or on school Middle and High School Students: property will be immediately suspended, and the police will be called. A dangerous weapon is a gun, knife, razor, karate stick, metal knuckle, 1. Te revised discipline policy as approved pepper spray, or any other object which, by the manner it is used or by the Board of School Directors in intended to be used, is capable of inficting bodily harm. Additionally, September 2011, now expands the all cases that involve a dangerous weapon will be recommended for reasons a student can be expelled expulsion. from the Milwaukee Public Schools. I understand the ofenses that can now School Board Policy on Violent Behavior result in expulsion include: Students identifed as being in the assault or battery of another student or staf member or any student involved in a sexual assault upon another r Possession of any type of weapon student or staf member will be recommended for expulsion. or object used as a weapon; r Possession, use, ownership, sale or School Board Policy on Issued Books purchasing of illegal drugs; Students are responsible for the protection/care/use of all textbooks. According to School Board policy, students and/or their parents/ r Gang activity; guardians must pay for lost or damaged textbooks. I understand that r Fighting; all my textbooks are and will remain the property of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. I also understand that I am accountable and r Any assault, battery, or sexual responsible for the protection, care and use of all my textbooks during assault upon another student or this school year. I further understand that: staf member; 1. I must return all textbooks at the end of the semester/year; r Verbal abuse; 2. I must pay for lost or damaged books; r Chronic violation of any 3. I will place my name, in ink, in the inside cover of the book; combination of school rules. and 2. I understand the disciplinary rules 4. If I drop a course or withdraw from school, I will return my books. for all other behavior, including the possession of a weapon, as outlined School Board Policy on Drugs in the Handbook of Student Rights, Studentsinvolvedinthesale,purchase,use,possession,and/ortransmittal Responsibilities and Discipline will of, or are found to be under the infuence of alcoholic beverages, illegal continue to be enforced. drugs, look-alike drugs, or controlled substances, as defned by the law, will be recommended for expulsion.

Student Signature Date Student Signature Date Homeroom Grade Homeroom Grade

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Te rights of individuals are preserved only by the protection and & Library Privileges preservation of the rights of others. A student is responsible for the Teschoollibraryisopenduringregularschoolhours.Toaccess manner in which his/her individual rights are exercised and must the library, students need their IDs and a pass from a subject accept the consequence of any actions that are committed outside teacher. Passes must be completely flled out and signed by both the boundaries of those rights. teacher and student. Study hall teachers and substitute teachers & The Right to Learn may not sign library passes. For information on library policies Each student has the right to attend school and gain an and procedures, see page 6. education as provided by law. A student who has been absent & Computer Lab Privileges from school has the right to make up the work missed during Certain computer labs are open for student use during regular any excused absence. school hours. To access the labs, students need their IDs and The Right to Free Speech and Expression a pass from a subject teacher. Passes must be completely flled Students at Rufus King are culturally diverse. Tey have the out and signed by both teacher and student. Study hall teachers right to express opinions, to take stands, and to support causes, and substitute teachers may not sign computer lab passes. Te either publicly or privately, provided such expressions are not guidance computer lab room 214 is also open one hour afer libelous or obscene according to current legal defnitions and school on certain days for student use. do not interfere with the rights of others or disrupt learning. & Bookstore Privileges School-sponsored publications shall follow the rules for Rufus King has a bookkeeper and a textbook coordinator. Te responsible journalism. Permission of the school principal is bookkeeperislocatedoutsideoftheauditoriumand sellsschool required for distribution of literature. All notices for events, supplies and collects student and graduation fees. Te textbook either inside school or outside, must be approved by the coordinator is located in the library. Students may check out principal prior to posting. For safety’s sake, notices may not be textbooks before school or with an appropriately completed posted on any windows in the building. library pass during the school day. Being at the bookstore or the & The Right to Personal Property library is not an excuse for being late to class! Students have a right to be secure in their persons, papers, and & The Right to Partcipate in Student Government efects. Students’ materials are safe only so long as their locker Students have the right to be represented and to air grievances, combinations are kept secret. Students should not give their problems,andconcernsthroughlegitimatechannelsprovidedby locker combination to anyone else. the school. Student government exists to represent and respond Lockers belong to the school and may be searched by school tostudents’needs.Ofcesshallbeopentoallstudentswhomeet ofcials. Illegal items may be seized by school administrators, eligibility requirements, and all students may vote for ofcers. and items that are used to disrupt or interfere with the Te Student Council has the responsibility to communicate educational process may be removed from student possession. with the student body, faculty, and administration. A faculty Students should immediately report missing items to a safety member advises the Student Council. assistant upon discovery they are lost or stolen. Lost and found services are operated out of the attendance ofce room 134. SGA, Student Government & The Right to Privacy Students’ right to privacy regarding school records will be Associaton, wants our protected, and any disclosure information from a student’s school to be: permanent records shall be consistent with legal requirements. • safe & The Right to be Referred for Special Educaton Needs We want every student to feel s/he does Milwaukee Public Schools has programs serving students not have to worry about being hurt, either with special needs including: autism, vision disabilities, deaf physically or verbally in school. and hearing impairments, emotional/mental health disorders, • academic-focused home or hospital confnements, learning disabilities, physical Rufus King is all about academics: It’s who disabilities, cognitive disabilities, school-age parenting, speech we are and what we do. Take your educa- and language difculties. IEP (Individual Education Plan) ton seriously: We’re here to learn! teams evaluate each child before placing in a special education program. A team holds periodic reviews of the child’s program. • comfortable We want every student to feel s/he has a If a teacher, administrator, or other personnel suspects that a place here. Acceptance and respect are key. student has special education needs, a referral must be made to the Building Coordinator, generally the school psychologist, • enjoyable who will take appropriate action to ensure that the student is IB curriculum challenges us, but we can also referred to the appropriate supportive services. have fun as long as it’s safe and respectul. & Transportaton Contact your SGA ofcers if you Transportation is provided to eligible students as prescribed by board policy: Students who live two or more miles away from have any suggestons or concerns. school will receive transportation. 16