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Rufus King International School High School Campus 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 This handbook belongs to: 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. 007271_8016 1 RKIHS STUDENT & PARENT/GUARDIAN HANDBOOK, 2015–2016 Rufus King Internatonal High School – Map Floor Plan: Rufus King Internatonal High School Campus 2 RKIHS STUDENT & PARENT/GUARDIAN HANDBOOK, 2015–2016 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 Rufus King Internatonal High School – Alma Mater 3 RKIHS STUDENT & PARENT/GUARDIAN HANDBOOK, 2015–2016 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. 4 RKIHS STUDENT & PARENT/GUARDIAN HANDBOOK, 2015–2016 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.
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