IMMOKALEE HIGH SCHOOL INDIANS
701 Immokalee Drive Immokalee, Florida 34142 (239) 377-1800 • FAX (239) 377-1801 HTTP://www.collier.k12.fl.us/IHS
All teachers may be reached by Internet E-Mail. All addresses are available on the IHS website:
www.collier.k12.fl.us/ihs
www.collier.k12.fl.us Dr. Kamela Patton Superintendent of Schools THE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF COLLIER COUNTY Roy M. Terry, Chair Barbara Berry, Vice-Chair Patricia M. Carroll, Member
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Kathleen Curatolo, Member Julie Sprague, Member This report has been prepared by The District School Board of Collier County. Additional copies, if available, may be obtained by writing:
Collier County Public Schools Immokalee High School 701 Immokalee Drive Immokalee, FL 34142
Report Number: Coordinated by: 06050901 Mr. John Lambcke, AP of Attendance and Discipline
No person in this district, shall, on the basis of race, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, religion, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity, or in employment conditions or practices conducted by The District School Board of Collier County.
MISSION STATEMENT The District School Board of Collier County provides high quality educational experiences enabling all students to achieve their maximum potential in a safe, positive environment.
For questions or complaints (adults) regarding the Educational Equity Act, Title IX, Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act), or the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact Allun Hamblett, Executive Director of Human Resources, (239) 254-4226. For questions or complaints (students) regarding the Educational Equity Act, Title IX, or The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, contact Diedra Landrum, Coordinator of Student Services/Guidance & Counseling, (239) 254-4267. For questions or complaints (students) regarding Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act) and the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact Larry Ruble, Coordinator of Student Services/Psychological Services, (239) 254-4270. The address for the above contacts is: The District School Board of Collier County, 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, FL 34109. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Immokalee High School (239) 377-1800 Fax Number (239) 377-1801 Athletics/Activities (239) 377-1819 Attendance & Discipline (239) 377-1829
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Curriculum Office (239) 377-1830 Guidance Office (239) 377-1813 or 377-1814 School Website www.collier.k12.fl.us/ihs School Event Calendar www.highschoolsports.net (follow directions for IHS events)
School Safety Hotline 1-877-7BE-BRAVE (723-2728)
Report Potential Acts of Violence BE BRAVE & BE SAFE
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Alma Mater
On our County’s northern border Reared against the sky Proudly stands our alma mater As the years go by
“Forward” ever be our motto Conquer and prevail Hail to thee, our Alma Mater Immokalee High, all hail!
Fight Song
On Immokalee, On Immokalee Give that team a fight. Show them that they’re up against The Mighty Red and White!
On Immokalee, On Immokalee We’re with you all the way. Fight on with Indian pride To win today!
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Immokalee High School Bell Schedule 2013–2014
Daily Bell Schedule Period Start End Duration 1 7:10 7:59 0:49 2 8:04 8:53 0:49 3 8:58 9:47 0:49 4 9:52 10:41 0:49 5 10:46 11:35 0:49 Lunch 11:35 12:15 0:40 6 12:20 1:09 0:49 7 1:14 2:05 0:51
Pep Rally Bell Schedule Period Start End Duration 1 7:10 7:53 0:43 2 7:58 8:41 0:43 3 8:46 9:29 0:43 4 9:34 10:17 0:43 5 10:22 11:05 0:43 Lunch 11:05 11:45 0:40 6 11:50 12:33 0:43 7 12:38 1:21 0:43 PEP RALLY 1:21 2:05 0:44
Early Release Bell Schedule Period Start End Duration 1 7:10 7:34 0:24 2 7:39 8:03 0:24 3 8:08 8:32 0:24 4 8:37 9:01 0:24 5 9:06 9:30 0:24 6 9:35 9:59 0:24 7 10:04 10:30 0:26 LUNCH 10:30 11:05 0:35
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PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Welcome to another smashing year in your quest to graduate. With hard work, dedication, effort and persistence (mixed in with a lot of fun) you will be successful. The staff of Immokalee High School encourages you to be the best that you can be. We are always here to assist you in any manner possible. This handbook has been developed by our faculty and administrators to help you and your parents learn as much as possible about school policies and procedures and the services we offer students. Immokalee Pride runs high when you are an active citizen of this great school! MISSION STATEMENT
To promote educational excellence that prepares students to prosper in a global society.
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Faculty and students are engaged in supporting the school mission through high expectations and school-wide initiatives. Colleagues hold each other accountable for maintaining and expecting success.
FACULTY and STAFF COLLECTIVE COMMITTMENT We are committed to providing students with our very best instruction. This is accomplished by adhering to the state standards, incorporating rigor, planning and collaborating with colleagues, following a research-based lesson and delivery model, challenging students to higher cognitive levels through higher order questions and tasks, and assessing to determine mastery and future instruction. We will remember daily that instruction is for the individual as well as the group. We seek to connect students to instruction, their place in American society, and Immokalee High School.
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Learning for All – Whatever It Takes!
ACTIVITIES Activities/athletics are a vital part of our curriculum at Immokalee High School. The administration reserves the right to deny admittance and/or participation in any student activity for what has been deemed as inappropriate behavior.
Participation in activities is a privilege and not a right. Students who believe they will not be able to adhere to the guidelines contained in the "Indian Code of Conduct" should make the decision not to participate in extra-curricular activities. The "Indian Code of Conduct" is in effect 24 hours a day during the entire school year, from the first day of each school year until the last day, including weekends, all holidays and vacation days. For those students who participate in fall pre-school activities, the "Indian Code of Conduct" becomes effective on the starting date for that activity.
STUDENT COUNCIL The Student Council is the elected government of Immokalee High School and is there to serve the students of Immokalee. They initiate and plan programs that support students and the academic programs of the school. Officers are always available to hear your concerns and invite you to share your ideas whenever possible.
The council also meets once a month with the student leadership team and the principal. This provides a forum to exchange ideas and to put ideas into action immediately. You are encouraged to join in on the excitement here at Immokalee High School and to become a participant rather than just an observer.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP Membership is voluntary; thus, students taking part in the activities program assume responsibility associated with these organizations. Whenever meetings and duties conflict with academic work, the student involved is responsible for contacting the sponsor prior to the time of the activity. Accepting an officer's position in any organization is an
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honor, but carries with it additional responsibilities. Any student who feels he cannot meet these responsibilities should decline the nomination.
SPORTS Nickname: Indians Colors: Red, black, and white
Fall Winter Cross Country Boys/Girls Basketball Boys/Girls Football Boys Junior Varsity Basketball Boys/Girls Junior Varsity Football Boys Freshmen Basketball Boys/Girls Freshman Football Boys Soccer Boys/Girls Golf Boys/Girls Jr. Varsity Soccer Boys/Girl Volleyball Girls Wrestling Junior Varsity Volleyball Girls Freshmen Volleyball Girls Spring Baseball Boys Junior Varsity Baseball Boys Softball Girls Junior Varsity Softball Girls Tennis Boys/Girls Track And Field Boys/Girls Lacrosse Boys/Girls
PRESEASON REQUIREMENT In order to participate in any athletic or band practice, six documents must be on file in the Activities Office:
1. A physical exam dated within one calendar year 2. Verification of Insurance a. Copy of insurance card b. Purchase of school insurance for specific sport 3. Birth Certificate for all students new to IHS (once during high school years) 4. Completed Athletic Participation packet 5. Drug consent paperwork 6. Steroid testing consent (FHSAA sports) Indians 9
All equipment must be turned in before an athlete starts a new sport!
ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY In order to participate in any interscholastic, co-curricular or extra- curricular activity, a student must meet academic eligibility requirements. The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) and Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) establish these requirements.
• CCPS/FHSAA requires that all students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average or above on a 4.0 scale in all courses during a student’s high school career to be eligible during the next term. Students who do not meet this requirement for the spring term will be ineligible during the first term of the next school year. Failure to meet FHSAA/CCPS standards will result in denial of eligibility for 18 weeks.
A. All incoming 8th graders are eligible for 1st term if they have been regularly promoted to the 9th grade. Any 8th grader who is administratively placed is ineligible for the first term of the 9th grade year.
TRANSPORTATION Immokalee High School will make arrangements for transportation to school related activities. School Board policy requires students to use this transportation when provided and does not allow students to drive themselves to out of county activities. Students who wish to ride with their parents after an activity must bring a note signed by their parents to the administration for approval prior to leaving on the trip.
ACADEMIC AWARDS All Immokalee High School students are eligible for academic awards based on the following criteria:
An Academic Letter is earned for cumulative weighted GPA’s of 3.50 or higher during the three sessions of the school year. Quarter grades and exam grades are included in the GPA calculation. Students who qualify for the Academic Letter Award will also receive a Presidential Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence (gold) certificate. Indians 10
President’s Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement (silver) certificates are earned for cumulative weighted GPA’s of 3.00 - 3.49 or higher during the three sessions of school year. Quarter grades and exam grades are included in the GPA calculation.
Departmental excellence awards are given to students in each academic area. Students are nominated by a committee of teachers to receive recognition as outstanding students in each subject area.
Students with a grade of F in any of the three quarter grades or the mid-term exam grade are not eligible for academic awards.
IHS academic awards, district awards (PRIDE, Laureate and AP Scholars) and departmental excellence awards are combined and honored in one ceremony so that underclassmen and their parents will see the opportunities and set goals for future recognition. We invite, and encourage, you and your family to attend this prestigious program.
ANNOUNCEMENTS All announcements are to be e-mailed to the activities director, Tony Allen, on the day to be announced.
BUS PASSES
Any student requesting a temporary bus pass to ride another student’s bus must provide a written note from their parent/guardian, granting them permission to ride another bus for the day. The note must be given to the Attendance Office prior to the end of the lunch period. The note must include the student’s name and student number, along with the parent or guardian’s name and phone number for verification of the note. If these conditions are met, a bus pass will be issued for that day by Attendance personnel.
CAFETERIA/LUNCH PROGRAM Immokalee High School participates in the National School Lunch Program and offers nutrionally balanced meals daily to students.
Free and reduced price meals are available based on financial need. Applications for free or reduced lunches are available in the Curriculum office. No one may use anyone else's number. New applications must be Indians 11 approved within the first 10 days of school. Students are not permitted to charge lunches.
Immokalee High School is a closed campus. Collier County School Board policy does not allow students to leave campus during lunch. Students shall remain on campus from the time they arrive until the end of their scheduled day. Food will be served in the cafeteria or at satellite food stations in the courtyard. Students are not allowed to have commercial food delivered to school at any time (CCPS Policy No. EFF). Students are expected to clean up after themselves and place garbage in the receptacles. Violations will result in disciplinary action.
During lunch students are free to go to designated areas of the campus. No student should be in an unauthorized area: parking lots, outside athletic facilities and off campus. Students may use the time to eat lunch, see teachers for assignments, make-up tests, attend tutoring or club meetings, make guidance appointments or transact business in the main office.
Breakfast is served daily in the cafeteria from 6:30 a.m. to 7:05 a.m. Breakfast is available to all students.
Prepaid lunches - lunches may be paid in advance weekly, monthly, etc., by check, which must be for the exact amount of lunches. There will be no refunds on checks. Online payment is also available through the District website. On the left side of the home page, click on “Quick Links”, then “Lunch Menus”, then in the green bar at the top of the page, click on “Parent”.
CLINIC REGULATIONS A school nurse is on duty 3 days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The nurse will evaluate student illness, administer first aid and dispense medications. The nurse will also contact the parents of students that are ill.
PLEASE UPDATE emergency phone numbers, contact and pick- up permission data!!
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Students must follow these procedures when they are too ill to remain in Class: 1. Students must obtain a pass from their teacher in order to be admitted to the clinic. 2. Upon arriving in the clinic, students are to submit their pass to the nurse and sign in so their parents may be called and informed of the illness.
MEDICATIONS Florida statute prohibits schools from dispensing medication to students without a permission form signed by a parent/guardian. Parent/guardian must provide AND transport any medications to be taken at school. Students are not permitted to carry ANY medication, prescription or over-the-counter (including Aspirin, Tylenol, etc.), at any time while in school. THE ONLY EXCEPTION TO THIS LAW IS INHALERS CARRIED BY ASTHMATIC STUDENTS, MIGRAINE MEDICATION AND EPI-PENS. Prior to carrying an inhaler, migraine medication or an Epi-pen, a doctor’s order must be obtained, as well as a permission letter, which should be obtained through the school nurse. If a student must take medication during school hours, a locked medicine cabinet is provided in the clinic. All medications MUST be in the original container with the student's name and dosage directions on the label or container. Parental permission forms and a doctor’s order MUST be on file in the clinic before any prescription medication may be dispensed. If a student requires over-the-counter medication, it must be kept in the locked medicine cabinet in the clinic. Parental permission form must also be on file prior to dispensing over-the-counter medications.
GRADING SYSTEM Grade reports are issued every 4-1/2 weeks during the school year. The following letter grades are used to indicate a student's progress:
90 - 100% A 80 - 89% B 70 - 79% C 60 - 69% D Below 60% F
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Honors and AP Course Weighting For purposes of establishing GPA, .02 bonus points per ½ credit in honors or dual enrollment courses and .04 points per ½ credit in Advanced Placement are added to the weighted GPA calculation for each course in which a grade of C or better is earned. Dual enrollment credit weighting will equal AP credit weighting beginning with the freshman Class of 2007-2008.
*ANY STUDENT WHO RECEIVES MORE THAN 50% F's SHOULD RECEIVE AN F FOR A FINAL GRADE. THIS IS NOT A DISCREPANCY, BUT PART OF THE POLICY.
GRADUATION EXERCISES In order to receive a diploma, a student shall have met all graduation requirements of the state of Florida, Collier County Public Schools and Immokalee High School:
1. Passing the FCAT as defined in s. 1008.22 or meet alternative standardized test requirements. In addition, the student must pass all End-of Course exams as required by statute for the student’s graduation year cohort. 2. Achieving a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in the courses required by the chosen graduation option.
A student who earns a GED may not participate in a regular Commencement program.
A student who does not meet the FCAT testing requirement, but has met all other requirements, may participate in Commencement ceremonies but will earn a certificate of attendance.
NOTE: A student suspended from school on the day of graduation will not participate in the ceremony.
NOTE: Students must meet all financial obligations to the school and attend Commencement rehearsal in order to participate in Commencement and receive tickets. Students who participate in any form of vandalism, unlawful entry, trespassing or other activities which may be deemed Indians 14
destructive to Immokalee High School shall be assigned to out-of- school suspension for ten (10) days and will not be allowed to participate in school activities (including Commencement) during the assignment.
HALL LOCKERS Students will be completely responsible for all books and articles in lockers. The locker doors are to be kept closed and locked. Lockers are not to be shared; there are enough lockers for everyone. Only authorized school locks should be used; others will be cut off. Students must sign up for lockers BEFORE putting locks on them. Locks will be sold for $5.00 during lunch and after school in the Athletics Office.
Individual lockers or storage areas may be searched without prior notice. Prohibited or illegally possessed substances or objects include but are not limited to, the following: drugs, alcohol, weapons, stolen items, objects or materials declared as contraband by school regulations. A canine search of lockers may be done when requested by the Principal.
HALLWAY PASS No student is allowed in the halls at any time during class time without a pass. Only the following passes are acceptable:
1. Attendance/Main office passes and/or tardy passes 2. Official Immokalee High School Hall Pass 3. Initialed referral 4. Individual classroom restroom passes
All students will sign out when leaving and sign in when returning to the class. Any student found out of class without an acceptable pass will be taken to ISS or the attendance office where the appropriate consequences will be administered.
HONOR ROLL At the end of each grading period an honor roll list will be published.
Highest Honor Roll 3.85 or better High Honor Roll 3.5 - 3.849 Honor Roll 3.0 - 3.49
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All Honor Rolls are calculated using weighted grades. No student with a grade below a “C” or with an Incomplete will be eligible for the Honor Roll.
I.D. BADGES Students at Immokalee High School will be issued a photo ID badge and lanyard at the beginning of the school year at no cost. ID’s must be displayed above the waistline at all times. Students may also use a snap clip to attach badges to their clothing. Replacement badges may be purchased for $3.00. Lanyards can be purchased for $2.00.
MEDIA CENTER The library media center is open daily from 7:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Immokalee High School Library Media Center provides a comfortable and engaging space where students can read, do research and browse the large collection of books.
The library media center is open for reading and research during the school-wide lunch period, and students with a pass may come and go during that time. Students may not bring food into the media center during lunch.
An official IHS hall pass from a teacher is required to enter the library media center during class time. Students are required to check in at the front desk when entering. The sign-in sheet is the official record that documents the student’s name and reason for being in the library media center. If the student needs to leave the library for any reason, the media center staff will initial the pass before the student leaves.
MATERIALS CHECK-OUT 1. Fiction and non-fiction books may be checked-out for 3 weeks. 2. Reference books may only be checked-out for 1 day. 3. Reserve books (books that your teacher has asked to be placed on a reserve cart during a Class project) may be checked-out only at the teacher’s discretion. 4. Videos may be checked-out overnight.
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OVERDUE BOOK FINES 1. Books: Five cents per school day 2. Reference works: Fifty cents per school day 3. Videos: Fifty cents per school day
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SELECTION PROCESS Students who have completed at least one full semester at Immokalee High School will be considered for NHS membership at the beginning of their junior or senior year. A student must have accumulated a weighted G.P.A. of 3.75 and credits for junior standing. In addition to academic standing, National Honor Society potentials will be screened to make certain there are no outstanding discipline or attendance problems. Students who are approved then complete an application which will be evaluated by the Faculty Council based on the candidate’s character, service, leadership and participation in extra-curricular and/or community activities. The Induction Ceremony is conducted in the fall term only. Junior students who do not qualify for admission in the National Honor Society in the junior year will again be considered at the beginning of their senior year. Membership in this society is an honor, but also carries an obligation for service.
PERSONAL PROPERTY INSURANCE Neither the school nor the School Board of Collier County provides any insurance coverage for damage to or theft of a student's property. This includes automobiles, bicycles, instruments, etc. Students have the responsibility of securing their personal property. Damage or theft of a student's property should be covered by personal insurance policies. SCHOOL PROPERTY Students in possession of school property, including textbooks, school uniforms, sports equipment, etc., are subject to disciplinary action (including possible referral to law enforcement) when items are not returned in a timely manner. Seniors will not be permitted to participate in Commencement activities until all obligations are satisfied.
TELEPHONES Except in emergency cases, office telephones are not to be used by students. Additionally, students will not be called from class to use the telephone.
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TEXTBOOKS The School Board of Collier County furnishes textbooks and all students must assume full responsibility for the care of books issued to them. Responsibility for textbook care and return rests with the student to whom the textbook is issued. Loss of books due to theft or other circumstances will not be accepted as an excuse for non-payment. Lost books are no excuse for not doing class assignments. If a textbook is lost, before another one is issued, the student will be required to pay full price for the book. Students who have outstanding fines due to lost or damaged textbooks will be denied network computer access until fines are paid in full. Textbook fines can be cleared through the Curriculum & Instruction office.
VISITOR POLICY Student visitors are not allowed during the school day unless they are potential Immokalee High School students. The Assistant Principal for Discipline must first approve visitors. No visitors will be permitted during the last two weeks of each term, or on days preceding holidays.
YOUTH RELATIONS DEPUTY PROGRAM Immokalee High School, in conjunction with the Collier County Sheriff's Office, offers the faculty and students a youth relations program. This is a program designed to improve relations between the youth and law enforcement through communication, presentations, and positive interaction. The Youth Relations Deputy(s) is available to students and faculty as a resource person on community service, and for counseling purposes.
GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING DEPARTMENT The Guidance Department at Immokalee High School consists of three counselors that divide the student body alphabetically. Students are invited and encouraged to make an appointment with their counselor as often as necessary. Parent-Teacher conferences can be arranged at any time through the guidance office. Parents are encouraged to schedule conferences as needed.
APPOINTMENTS Appointments may be made by completing an appointment request form between Classes, at lunch or after school. These forms are located on the counter in the Guidance Office reception area. Students will be
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called out of class as soon as the counselor finds it possible to call for them.
FOR PARENTS TO MONITOR THEIR STUDENT’S PROGRESS
Parents may follow the progress of their son or daughter online. Go to: http://gradebook.collier.k12.fl.us.
Please contact IHS to secure username and password instructions.
WITHDRAWALS A student who wishes to withdraw from school must report to the Guidance Office with a parent or guardian and receive a clearance form that must be signed by all of his/her teachers and the offices, as indicated. These signatures indicate that the student has turned in all textbooks and library books, and any other school property that might have been in his/her possession. Students will be charged for books that were issued and not returned at the time of withdrawal.
SCHEDULE CHANGES Schedule changes will be considered during the first ten days of each term for the following reasons:
1. Duplication of classes 2. Failure in a prerequisite course 3. No course scheduled for a certain period
Necessary changes will be made only after a student has secured a Request for Schedule Change form from the Guidance Office. The form must be filled out completely, signed, and turned in to the Guidance office.
TRANSCRIPTS Students should meet with their counselor regularly to evaluate their transcript. This meeting is an excellent planning opportunity as it makes the student aware of requirements for graduation, and assists the student in making decisions for post high school endeavors.
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Official transcripts will not be given directly to students or parents. The official transcript will be sent by Guidance to the school, organization or person making the request.
GRADE CLASSIFICATION Grade Level Required Credits State GPA Class of 2010-2012 Current & Proposed 09 0 0 10 0 0 11 0 0 12 19 1.9 Total Required Credits 26
ZERO GRADE PROGRESSION For the first two years a student is in high school, the student will advance from one grade designation to the next based upon completion of a school year of attendance. This will be known as the zero grade progression plan, whereby a student begins high school as a Freshman, the second year of high school attendance will carry a designation of Sophomore, the third year of high school attendance will carry the designation of Junior. The student will then remain at the junior designation until the student has met the grade level classification to be a Senior, as indicated above.
Note: The minimum state GPA required for graduation is a 2.0 (this is a cumulative unweighted GPA.)
COLLIER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE POLICY
The classroom experience is of unique value and that it cannot be duplicated by make-up work. Student interaction and the development of ideas through discussion are lost when a student is absent. A student's enrollment in a course is his/her commitment to attend all class sessions. Therefore, it is the intent of this policy to disallow student from being absent from class unless a situation exists which makes their absence absolutely necessary.
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Purpose The purpose of this attendance policy is to foster responsibility and reliability on the part of District students to attend all classes. Students will acknowledge greater emphasis on attendance at school because credit in their classes will be contingent upon their presence.
Absences A. Excused Absences Excused absences include: 1. An illness of the student documented by a doctor’s statement or a documented medical/dental appointment. 2. An observance of an established religious holiday or for pre- arranged religious instruction as defined in F.S. 1003.21. (Documentation of the religious affiliation of the student may be required by school officials) 3. A court subpoena, a required court appearance, or placement in detention at a juvenile center in which the student continues his/her education. 4. Approved school-related activities: a. Academic activity or school-sponsored field trip directly related to the instructional outcomes of one (1) or more courses. b. Other approved student activities such as Student Council, National Honor Society, class meetings, and academic/athletic competitions. The student's parent or legal guardian shall make a call to the school or give advance written notification to the school when a student will be absent for excused reasons.
B. Validated Absences Brief illness, appointments, and family business are considered absences for purposes of meeting attendance policy requirements. Absences must be documented by written notes from parents.
C. Unexcused Absences Unexcused absences shall include, but not be limited to Out of School Suspensions, truancy, class cuts, and tardies to class of ten (10) minutes or more.
Driver’s License and Truancy Court Accruing excessive unexcused and/or validated absences will cause a student to be designated “habitually truant” and will result in a
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Make-up work Students are to be provided one (1) school day for each school day absent to make-up work missed without academic penalty. It is the responsibility of the student to arrange for such make-up work. Work not made up within the specified time period will receive a grade of "F". The principal may extend the time for make-up work when in his/her judgment extenuating circumstances justify such extension. However, long-term assignments given before the student is absent are expected to be turned in on the date the student returns to school. These provisions shall apply to all grade levels.
Tardiness/Early Dismissal It is necessary that a student be in attendance throughout the school day in order to benefit fully from the educational program of the District. The School Board recognizes, however, that from time-to time compelling circumstances require that a student be late to school or dismissed before the end of the school day. A student is tardy when the student arrives after the beginning of the school day or when the student is not inside the assigned room of a class when the tardy bell rings. It is required that the school be notified in advance of such absences by request of the student's parent, which shall state the reason for the tardiness or early dismissal. A student's tardiness to school or early dismissal from school shall be excused at the discretion of the principal or designee. A student who is habitually late to school and/or chronically dismissed early shall be subject to disciplinary action by the school administration including but not limited to in-school suspension, a required parent conference, and/or referral to Truancy Court.
ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES Classroom activities are of unique value and cannot be duplicated by make-up work. Student interaction and the development of ideas through discussion are lost when a student is absent. A student's enrollment in a school is a commitment to attend school each day. Therefore, it is the intent of this rule to encourage students to be present daily in school unless a situation exists which makes their absence absolutely necessary. Further, it is incumbent on each school to provide a meaningful and relevant program with appropriate
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incentives to promote student commitment to education and attendance.
School attendance shall be the responsibility of parents and students. All students are expected to attend school regularly and to be on time for classes in order to benefit from the instructional program and to develop habits of punctuality, self-discipline, and responsibility. A student who is absent without the principal's or designee's approval shall have his/her parent or legal guardian report such absences to the school center in the manner prescribed by the District Code of Student Conduct.
A student shall be considered truant when absent without parent or legal guardian permission or when the parent or legal guardian consents to unnecessary absences (e.g., vacations, etc.) which will be recorded as unexcused.
Student Absence Notification Parents/Guardians are required to notify the school when their child is absent and inform the school of the reason for the absence within twenty-four (24) hours by a telephone call or written note. In order to qualify for an excused or validated absence the parent must notify the school of the child's absence within twenty-four (24) hours of the date of the absence. A phone call on the date of the absence prior to 10:00 a.m. is preferable. If it is not possible for the school to be contacted by phone, then the parent is to send a note with the student on the day s/he returns to school explaining the absence. Failure to notify the school within twenty-four (24) hours by phone or note when the student returns will result in the absence being unexcused regardless of the reason for the absence. If the school is not notified by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the absence, the school will attempt to contact the parent when practical and possible. The principal may waive the twenty-four (24) hour notification requirement when in his/her judgment extenuating circumstances justify such a waiver. In addition to parent notification, absences require written verification to be excused. The school will make a good faith effort to contact parents per Administrative Procedure 5200 and Florida Statute 1003.26.
High School Course Credit
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High School Course Credit shall be a function of demonstrated mastery of the student performance standards in the course of study as provided by the rules of the School Board. At the high school level and for high school courses taken at middle school, credit is earned by attaining a passing average for the semester and by accumulating NO MORE THAN NINE (9) days absent for the semester. No distinction will be made between excused, validated, and unexcused absences when calculating absences for earning of credit. (Excused absences will be considered prior to a decision made on failure to meet attendance requirements.) High School Course Credit - Due Process Procedure A student who does not earn high school credit because of the failure to meet attendance requirements may file an appeal within ten (10) days of the date of notification of loss of credit. A committee consisting of an administrator, a counselor, and a faculty member will review cases in which granting of credit is requested by a student and/or parent. After review of the student's case, the committee shall make a recommendation to the principal as to the granting of such credit.
High School Course Credit - Late Entry Procedure Students may enter school late at any time for the purpose of gaining skills and knowledge in courses. The fact that the student may enter does not, however, guarantee that academic credit will result. Students entering after the drop-add period are to be graded as follows: A. Absences prior to enrollment excused - student may make up work and be graded. B. Absences prior to enrollment unexcused, other than out-of-school suspension - student receives a failing grade for work not completed while not enrolled. Marking period grades are derived from accumulated F's and work done from entering to end of the grading period. C. Attendance policy requirements for earning credit are to be applied as with any other student, with the days prior to enrollment counted as absences. D. A student enrolling after the commencement date of a course must attend at least ninety percent (90%) of the class meetings occurring after the student's date of enrollment. Upon absences exceeding ten percent (10%) in any course and absence of more than ten percent (10%) of the time remaining in the course after enrollment of
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Positive Behavior Support (PBS) All Schools in Collier County, as well as the transportation department, implement Positive Behavior Support. Positive Behavior Support (PBS) gives people a new way to think about behavior. PBS is based on understanding why problem behaviors occur – the behavior’s function. This approach to behavior can occur on a school-wide level, in a specific setting, classroom, or with an individual student. PBS is a productive strategy for teaching appropriate behavior and rewarding/ recognizing students exhibiting expected behavior. PBS is the application of evidence-based strategies and systems to assist schools to increase academic performance, increase safety, decrease problem behavior, and establish positive school cultures. PBS is designed to support teachers, administrators, related services personnel, family members, and outside agency personnel in building district-wide capacity to address challenging behavior exhibited by students in regular and special education programs.
PBS provides a positive and effective alternative to the traditional methods of discipline. PBS methods are research-based and proven to significantly reduce the occurrence of problem behaviors in the school, resulting in a more positive school climate and increase academic performance. PBS is consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, which advocates the use of positive behavior interventions and school-based disciplinary strategies that reduce or eliminate the need to use suspension and expulsion as disciplinary options.
On a school-wide level, PBS is based on individual schools’ specific expectations upon which a positive school culture is built. PBS relies on accurate and reliable discipline referral data to understand the behaviors occurring across campus. An analysis of the data allows a Indians 25
school team to identify the problem areas. Brainstorm interventions such as where and what to teach, reward and/or recognize the students exhibiting the expected behavior, and communicate findings to the staff, students, and families. The PBS process is a team- based approach that relies on a strong collaboration between families and professionals from a variety of disciplines regardless of the level implemented. The PBS process resulted in the creation of effective intervention plans that will impede problem behaviors, teach new skills, and create support systems for students. More information about PBS can be found at http://flpbs.fmhi.usf.edu/index.asp.
DISCIPLINE CODE The Administration of Immokalee High School believes that each student is an individual and that there are varying degrees of seriousness and involvement with any violation of the Discipline Code. Disciplinary actions are:
1. Verbal warning 2. Detention - lunch detention 3. Student counseling by the teacher 4. Consultation with guidance counselor 5. Conference with parents and/or teachers 6. Parent phone call and/or written notification 7. In school suspension (ISS)* - ISS by period for a minor infraction; credit given for Assignments completed; does not count as an absence. ISS may be assigned for an entire day as a disciplinary measure 8. After School Detention (ASD) will be used in place of ISS when possible; it will be offered from 2:15 – 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday 9. Out of School Suspension (OSS) – the removal of a student from instruction and school sponsored activities for up to ten (10) days as a disciplinary measure. Students are remanded to the custody of their parents and may request homework assignments for the student to complete (unless zero tolerance) 10. Removal of privileges (e.g., parking, bus, computer, school events, prom, dances, athletic events, etc.) 11. Referral to appropriate authorities (e.g., law enforcement, etc.) 12. Expulsion - removal from school for the remainder of the school year or longer.
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Suspension may refer to ISS or OSS and may be ordered by the principal or designee for a serious breach of conduct, willful disobedience, open defiance, use of profane language or other such misconduct which is determined to be disruptive to the good order of school and learning opportunities.
ZERO TOLERANCE FOR SCHOOL RELATED VIOLENT CRIME
The following offenses, without limitation, are listed in the Code to ensure that students found to have committed the offenses on or off school property, school sponsored transportation or during a school sponsored activity shall receive the most severe consequences provided for by School Board policy.
This is not an exclusive list: A. Sexual Battery B. Armed Robbery C. Aggravated Battery D. Battery or aggravated battery on a teacher or other school personnel E. Kidnapping or abduction F. Arson G. Possession, use, or sale of any weapon or firearm H. Possession, use, or sale of any explosive device I. Violations concerning substances covered in the Code J. Bullying, physical, or written harassment; defined as purposeful and persistent annoyance or disturbance of another student or staff member after warning K. Gang-related activity or membership in a secret society L. Bomb threats or threats of widespread violence M. Other acts of violence N. Possession, use or sale of alcohol and/or drugs
SCHOOL DISCIPLINE CODE In accordance with the mandate required by Florida Law to provide students with a student code of conduct, Collier County has prepared a document that specifically details and outlines the specified areas of discipline and the authority to carry them out according to State Statutes and Board Policy. This document can be found in the Code of Student Conduct for Collier County Public Schools. Indians 27
Immokalee High School has further detailed the code of conduct in the following draft of the School Board Discipline Code. This is in alignment with Board approved policy.
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Collier County Public Schools Administrative Discipline Matrix Secondary Discipline Matrix
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Reported to State State to Reported Code Prevention/InterventionConsequences Recorded (MTSS) Team Solving Problem Collaborative Lossof Privileges/No recess Protocol Assessment Threat Applicable (When Confiscation Applicable) (When Restitution Attendance/Behavior Contract Detention (Extended/Multiple) Detention SaturdaySchool In In Out Out Out Out Alternative ProbationaryContract Recommendationfor Alternative Placement SubmitIncident Report required Enforcement law local to Report
Attendance Incidents CC Skipping Class/Leaving class w/o permission M A A A A A A TX Tardiness, Habitual M M A A A A A A TT Truancy M A A A A A A A Rule Violation Incidents DV Dress Code Violation M A A A A A A A CT Cheating/Plagiarizing M A A FF Failure to Comply With Classroom/School Rules M A A A A A A A A DE Unserved Detention M A A A A A DX Unserved Detention (Extended/Multiple) M A A A A Personal Technology Violation - Ipod, Cell/Camera BP M A A A A A A A Phone. Punitive Action begins with the 2nd offense. LS Leaving School Grounds Without Permission M A A A A A A A A A A A OA Out of Assigned Area M A A A A A A A A A A A PV Parking Lot Violation M A A A A A A A A A A Disruptive Incidents RX Unruly/Disruptive/Disorderly Behavior or Play M A A A A A A A A A A ID Disobedience/Insubordination/Defiance M A A A A A A A A A A Defiance of Authority/Habitual 01 violations (4 or DA M M A A A A A A more referrals required) PR Profane/Obscene Language M A A A A A A A A A A A S GB Gambling M A M A A A A A A M RF Inciting a Disturbance M A A A A A A A S FS Producing/Passing Counterfeit Money/Document M A M A A A A A M FR Forging Notes/False ID M A M A A A A A M LY Lying/Misrepresentation M A A A A A A A A A NI Possession/Use of Prohibited/Distracting Items M A M A A A A A A A A A Unauthorized Sale/Distribution of Materials (Non- UD Criminal) M A M A A A A A A A A LD Inappropriate Use of Laser Device M A M A A A A A A A S GA Gang Related Activity M A M A A A A A A A M S DC Disruption on Campus (Major) M A A A A M M S TR Trespassing M A A A A A A M M VC Violation of Contract/Agreement M A A A A A A A A A A A S FA False Fire Alarm/911 Call/Fire Extinguisher M A A A M M RV Rule Violation (Minor) M A A A A A A A A A A A
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Collier County Public Schools Administrative Discipline Matrix Secondary Discipline Matrix
Documentation is required
for all violations requiring
administrative action.
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with disabilities shall be in
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S = Incident codes reported to the SchoolSuspension: Less ThanOne Day School Suspension Incident - - State
Reported Code Prevention/InterventionConsequences Recorded (MTSS) Team Solving Problem Collaborative Lossof Privileges/No recess Protocol Assessment Threat Applicable) (When Confiscation Applicable) (When Restitution Attendance/BehaviorContract Detention (Extended/Multiple) Detention SaturdaySchool In In Out Out Out Out Alternative Probationary Contract Recommendationfor Alternative Placement SubmitIncident Report required Enforcement law local to Report
Substance Abuse/Drug Incidents
1st Offense - Maximum of ten days out-of-school suspension and referral to appropriate police authorities. S DP/DU Use or Possession 2nd Offense - Ten days out-of-school suspension, with a recommendation for Alternative Placement or expulsion and referral to appropriate authorities.
Drug or Imitation Drug Selling, Soliciting or S DS M M M M M M Conspiracy/Intent to sell or deliver Unauthorized Use/Possession of Over-the-Counter S DO M A M A A A A A A A A A M Medication/Items S DF Felony Drug Possession M M M A M M M S DP/DU Drug Use/Possession/Under the Influence M A M A A A A A A A A M S TP/TU Tobacco Use/Possession/Sale/Transmittal M A M A A A A M S AP/AU Alcohol Use/Possession/Under the Influence M A M A A A A A M S AD Alcohol Sale/Distribution/Transmittal M A M A A A A A A A A M Acts Against Persons AZ Abusive Behavior M A A A A A A A A A A A A A A FT Minor Fight/Altercation/Confrontation M A A A A A A A A A A A A A A S FX Fighting M A A A A A A A A A S BH Bullying/Harassment/Instigate M M M A A A A A A M BI Harassment (Minor) M A M A A A A A A A A HZ Hazing M M M A A A A A A A M M LZ Making a False Accusation Against Staff M A A A A A A A A S SM Sexual Misconduct/Indecent Exposure M M A A A A A A M M S SH Sexual Harassment M M A A A A A A M M S YA Assault/Threat M M M A A A A A A A M M S AT Aggravated Assault/Threat M A M A A A A A A M M S YB Battery M A A A M M M S ZB Battery/Threat/District Employee M A A A A A A M M S AG Aggravated Battery M A A A M M M TE Threat of Injury to Self/Others M A M A A A A A A A PY Profane Directed Towards a Staff Member M A A A A A
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Collier County Public Schools Administrative Discipline Matrix Secondary Discipline Matrix
Documentation is required
for all violations requiring
administrative action.
Discipline of ESE students
with disabilities shall be in
accordance with state and 2 Days 2 Days 5 Days 9 Days
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A = Action School Suspension: 1 School Suspension: 3 School Suspension School Suspension: 10 Days - - - - of of of of - - - -
S = Incident codes reported to the SchoolSuspension: Less ThanOne Day School Suspension Incident - - State
Reported to State State to Reported Code Prevention/InterventionConsequences Recorded (MTSS) Team Solving Problem Collaborative Lossof Privileges/No recess Protocol Assessment Threat Applicable) (When Confiscation Applicable) (When Restitution Attendance/Behavior Contract Detention (Extended/Multiple) Detention SaturdaySchool In In Out Out Out Out Alternative ProbationaryContract Recommendationfor Alternative Placement SubmitIncident Report required Enforcement law local to Report
Property Incidents ST Petty Theft < $300 M A M A A A A A A S SX Grand Theft $300 M A M A A A A A A A M M S SC Motor Vehicle Theft M A M M M DM Vandalism/Damage to Property < $1000 M A A A A A A
S VD Vandalism/Damage to Property $1000 M A A A A A A A M M Inappropriate Use of Technology (Computers or CD M A A A A A A A A A A Networks) S CE Illegal Use of Technology (Computers or Networks) M A A A A A A A A A A M M S AN Arson M A A A A A A A M M M S BU Burglary (Illegal Breaking and Entry Into a Facility) M A A A A A A A M M Other Criminal Incidents OS Other Serious Incident/Delinquent Act M A A A A M M OI Delinquent Act/Felony Off-Campus M A A A A A S WG Weapon - Firearm M A M A M M M S WK Weapon - Knife M A M A A A A M M S WO Weapon - Other M A M A A A A M M S RB Robbery or Attempted Robbery M A M A M M M S YS Sexual Battery/Rape (Actual or Attempted) M A A M M M S KI Kidnapping or Abduction M A A M M M S HO Homicide M A A M M M S ET Extortion M A M A M M M S BT Bomb Threat M M A M M M
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Reported to State State to Reported Prevention/InterventionConsequences Recorded (MTSS) Team Solving Problem Collaborative Lossof Privileges/No rec Protocol Assessment Threat Applicable) (When Confiscation Applicable) (When Restitution Attendance/BehaviorContract Detention (Extended/Multiple) Detention SaturdaySchool In In Out Out Out Out Recommendationfor Alternative Placement SubmitIncident Report requ Enforcement law local to Report Level One Violations: Eating/drinking on the bus. B1 M Failure to sit as assigned by bus operator. 1st Offense Parent Conference 2nd - 5th Offense 1-10 day suspension from school bus transportation
Removal from school bus for the remainder of the semester/year. Possible school Repeated/ Serious Offenses alternative placement Level Two Violations: Disrupting, distracting, disobeying the bus operator. Failure to utilize required safety equipment on the bus. Getting out of seat while bus is in motion. Placing head, arms, or B2 legs outside of window. Loud talking or inappropriate M remarks. Boarding or attempting to board (also attempting to leave) a bus other than the student’s assigned route or stop without permission.
1st Offense Verbal or written reprimand from school principal or designee
2nd - 5th Offense 1-10 day suspension from school bus transportation
Removal from school bus for the remainder of the semester/year. Possible school Repeated/Serious Offense alternative placement
Level Three Violations: Opening the emergency door while the bus is in motion. Opening or exiting emergency door when the bus is stopped unless directed by the bus operator. Threats against the bus operator, attendant or passengers on the bus. Profanity B3 M A directed at the bus operator or bus attendant. Fighting or smoking on the bus. Throwing objects out of the bus window or at the bus. Vandalism of seats or other bus equipment. Spitting out of bus window at student, pedestrians, motorists. 1st Offense 1-10 day suspension from school bus transportation 2nd - 5th Offense 10 day suspension from school bus transportation and/or from school
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A GENERAL LOOK AT OFFENSES AND CONSEQUENCES AT IMMOKALEE HIGH SCHOOL
Due cause for discipline, suspension or expulsion from Immokalee High School includes the following offenses: Disruptive behavior/interference with school operation Any behavior that tends to disturb or endanger the educational process and/or the people involved. This includes behavior in classrooms, media center, cafeteria, and school grounds during the regularly scheduled day and at other school activities where appropriate administrators have jurisdiction over students at school events.
No student shall: 1. Occupy any school building or property with intent to deprive others of its use or where the effect thereof is to deprive others of its use. 2. Block the doorway or corridor of any school building or property so as to deprive others of access thereto. 3. Prevent or attempt to prevent the convening or continued functioning of any class, meeting, assembly, or activity on the school grounds. 4. Prevent students from attending a class or school activity. 5. Block normal pedestrian or vehicular traffic on the school grounds. 6. Disrupt, make noise, or act in any other manner so as to interfere with the teacher's ability to conduct the class or any school activity. 7. Refuse to identify himself/herself correctly upon request of any teacher, Principal, administrator, school bus driver or other school personnel. 8. Use of any electronic devices (cell phone, (I-POD, hand held games, I-pad’s etc.) on school grounds during instructional time (7:05 – 11:35 and 12:15 – 2:05) is prohibited. 9. Possess or distribute written or graphic material, which is obscene, pornographic, subversive, or promotes hatred, violence, Satanism, discrimination, and prejudice or is illegal in nature. 10. Fail to follow a reasonable request. 11. Run from an adult in authority. 12. Disrupt a Class or school function. 13. Attempt or complete a computer violation.
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*The above infractions are examples and do not exclude other disruptive actions.
Disciplinary Action: Options include but are not limited to ASD, SS, ISS, OSS, or expulsion.
Failure to identify or running from authorities Students who run from authorities or fail to identify themselves to authorities will be subject to up to 10 days out-of-school suspension. Tobacco The use or possession of tobacco products (including smokeless), lighters or matches by students is prohibited on school grounds, or in the school building, or at school activities. It is unlawful for any person under 18 years of age to knowingly possess any tobacco product in, on or within 1000 feet of the school property.
Violation of the provisions of subsection s.775.08 (3) is punishable by a $30 fine. A law enforcement officer may issue this citation in such form as prescribed by the county, to any person who is violation of this section. Smoking on school grounds is punishable by up to a $500 fine.
Leaving School Grounds Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds during the school day for any reason unless they have properly checked out with parental approval through the Attendance Office. Hazing or verbal Assault A student shall not engage in any form of hazing activity or bullying involving other students. The purported consent or willingness of the other student to participate in a hazing or bullying activity is not a defense to a discipline referral for hazing. Hazing is any action by a student, which intentionally or recklessly endangers or affects the mental or physical health, safety, welfare, or dignity of another student, demeans, disgraces, degrades, embarrasses, or humiliates another student, in conjunction with an initiation into or a participation in a school activity or program.
Disciplinary Action: ISS, ASDD, SS, OSS, or expulsion
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Gangs, illegal assembly or inciting others, secret societies The Collier County School Board has initiated a philosophy of zero tolerance toward gangs, secret societies and other similar groups. Students belonging to gangs or secret societies will be suspended and recommended for expulsion. A student who counsels another student to assemble illegally to riot, disrupt, or violate any rule or school policy, or who himself disrupts or interferes with the lawful administration or function of the school shall be subject to disciplinary action by a school authority.
No student on or about school property or at any school activity: 1. Shall wear, possess, use, distribute, display or sell any clothing, jewelry, emblem, badge, symbol, sign or other thing, which is evidence of membership or affiliation with any gang. 2. Shall commit an act or omission or use any speech, either verbal or non-verbal (gestures, handshakes, etc.) showing membership or affiliation in a gang. 3. Shall use any speech or commit any act or omission in furtherance of the interests of any gang or gang activity, including, but not limited to: a. Soliciting others for membership in any gangs; b. Requesting any person to pay for “protection” or otherwise intimidating or threatening any person c. Committing any illegal act or violation of school district policies; d. Inciting another person to act with physical violence upon any other person.
Law enforcement will be involved as necessary. Possible Disciplinary Action: 10 days OSS, recommendation for expulsion, arrest by authorities and restitution.
Bomb threats or threats of widespread violence or harm No student shall make a false report or bring on school transportation, school grounds or to a school activity a bomb or bomb replicas with the intent to endanger, deceive, mislead or otherwise misinform any school person.
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No student shall make, plan, conspire, or communicate any threat of widespread violence or harm to the school or any school personnel or students. This includes knowingly bringing any substance; materials or equipment to school that results in a threat of violence or harm. Bomb threats or threats of widespread violence or harm have a disruptive effect on school operations and activities, whether initiated by a student on or off school property.
Disciplinary Action: 10 days OSS, recommendation for expulsion, referral to proper authorities and restitution.
Threats or threatening behavior Any threats (physical, verbal or written) determined to be legitimate will result in exclusion from school and a threat assessment by CCPS Administration will be conducted. Possible consequences of OSS to expulsion and arrest will be predicated upon results of the threat assessment. Any action on the part of a student that would jeopardize the health, safety and welfare of our school community, not previously cited, may result in that student being removed, suspended or expelled.
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RULE 17. ATTIRE (Dress and Grooming Policy):
Students and parents need to be aware of the importance of good grooming and its effect upon the learning environment. Good taste is knowing where and when to wear the appropriate clothing and accessories. Since the home provides the funds, guidance, and upkeep of the student's clothing worn in school, it is the responsibility of the parent to see that grooming reflects the modesty and good taste expected in school. The following dress and grooming requirements are to be followed by all students as may be reasonably determined by the principal. Other requirements may be made to avoid disruption of the educational process. 1. Safe footwear shall be worn at all times. No rubber flip-flops or bedroom slippers shall be worn. 2. Halter-tops, tube tops, muscle shirts, midriff or backless shirts and blouses shall not be worn. Gang colors are not permitted.
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3. Hair shall be clean and neatly groomed. Hair color and style shall not interfere with the educational process in the reasonable discretion of the principal or designee. 4. Hats, caps, hoodies or other head coverings shall not be worn in the school building at any time. Exceptions may be made by the Principal for head coverings worn for religious purposes. 5. Sunglasses may not been worn on campus during school hours. 6. Intentionally altered clothing or unbuttoned and ill-fitted garments are not acceptable. Ill-fitted garments include but are not limited to garments that are too small so as to reflect immodesty or too large so as to appear to be falling off the body. Transparent, mesh or see through clothing may not be worn without other appropriate clothing underneath. 7. Clothing shall be free of inflammatory, suggestive, or other inappropriate writing, advertisement, or artwork. 8. The wearing or display of flags on our campuses has historically and currently caused dissension along with a potentially unsafe and hostile learning environment for our students. In an effort to provide safe schools and prevent potential disruption, the following flags are the only ones that may be displayed and/or worn on Collier County Public Schools campuses and at off campus school-related activities: (1) the United States and POW/MIA flags; (2) the State of Florida flag; and (3) official school flags. In addition, any related symbols may not be displayed or worn on campus and at off campus school-related activities. Exceptions to this rule may be made for national flags on special occasions or in designated areas consistent with the learning objectives of the district and at the discretion of the principal. 9. Body adornment (i.e., adornments which pierce flesh) in any visible body part other than the ears shall not be displayed if such display presents a health or safety issue or if such adornment interferes with the educational process in the reasonable discretion of the principal or designee. 10. The length of skirts/dresses and shorts shall reflect modesty and good taste and be monitored by regulations enforced at each school. If a student’s fingertips touch skin when the arms are held straight at the sides, then the clothing item is too short and may not be worn. Indians 37
11. Costumes, sleepwear or other clothing/adornment that creates a distraction is not permitted. 12. Shorts/pants must be fitted or cinched at the waist so as not to slip. 13. Blue jeans and jean shorts that have holes in them must not show skin above the knees 14. Gang colors, clothing, symbols, or other items associated with gangs may not be worn, displayed or carried.
Inappropriate clothing will be covered or exchanged. Failure to comply with the above policy will result in consequences.
False Fire Alarms, Arson Any student found guilty of maliciously or intentionally committing arson or activating a false fire alarm or firefighting equipment, may be recommended for expulsion. Also, the student maybe prosecuted in accordance with Florida Statutes.
Disciplinary Action: OSS and possible recommendation for expulsion and referral to proper authorities.
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Tardy to School or Class During the course of the school day, all students are expected to arrive to school and to class on time. Any student who is not in the door of the classroom by the time the tardy bell quits ringing is considered late to class. ALL TARDIES TO CLASS, AS WELL AS TO
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SCHOOL, ARE CONSIDERED UNEXCUSED, except those which are pre-arranged for religious instruction, holidays, or tardies for illness or injury that is attested to by a written statement from a licensed practicing physician. Students who are tardy and miss more than 10 minutes the class are considered absent. CAR PROBLEMS AND OVERSLEEPING ARE NOT EXCUSED!
Students must report to the receptionist or attendance office for all tardies for periods 1 through 7 to receive a tardy pass for admittance to class. Tardies are cumulative for periods 2 - 7. All tardy consequences start over each quarter. The consequences for being tardy are listed below:
Tardy # Consequence 1-4 Warning 5-7 Lunch Detention 8-9 1 After School 10 2 After Schools 11 2 After Schools and attendance contract 12+ In School Suspension
Violation of Attendance Contract 1st offense – 1 day ISS 2nd offense – 3 days ISS All further violations up to 5 days ISS and/or possible FLVS classes. NOTE: This is a quarter policy and a student's slate is wiped clean at the beginning of each quarter.
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DRIVING TO SCHOOL The right to drive and operate a motor vehicle on school property is controlled by the State of Florida through the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. All applicable state regulations will be enforced. The operation of a motor vehicle is controlled by various regulations and laws for the safety of all concerned and should be viewed ASD a privilege. Since 1997, Florida law (F.S. 322.091) requires students 14-18 years of age, who have not earned a high school diploma, must attend school regularly in order to maintain driving privileges. School districts are required to report to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) the names of students who have accumulated 15 unexcused absences in the period of 90 calendar days. A student who is reported will be notified by DHSMV and may lose the privilege to drive. The student may initiate a hardship waiver or request for reinstatement by contacting the school’s Attendance and Discipline office.
Please note: Law enforcement officers and school officials working with Canine units periodically conduct unannounced checks of vehicles on school property.
Immokalee High School provides a limited area for students to park their vehicles. All students who drive to school must register their vehicle(s) and secure a permit. A permit will be issued upon satisfactory completion of the application to drive to school. Students must present a valid Florida driver's license, Florida vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and $20 for the permit. Parking spaces will be assigned to individual students. Parking is prohibited in driveways, bus loading area, loading dock area and teacher parking areas. Unless, prior approval has been granted by administration. REMEMBER, ON-CAMPUS PARKING IS A PRIVILEGE!!
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2. Curriculum Exceptions (Vo-Tech, Modified Schedules, Volunteer or OJT students) 3. Juniors will be issued the remaining permits based on the time and date the application is returned to the Attendance office. First come-first served. 4. Others
Guidelines for Student Drivers: 1. Parking permit sticker will be displayed on driver’s side windshield, lower left hand corner. 2. Observe orderly entrance to and exit from the parking lots. 3. Park only in designated areas. 4. Failure to display a permit will incur a possible $10 fine, unless a permit is purchased within 3 days of violation. 5. When arriving in the morning, lock your car and leave the lot immediately. 6. Make no return to the lot or car without a pass from administrators. 7. If you have signed out or are on early dismissal, do not take anyone with you who has not checked out through the Attendance Office.
Possible Consequences for parking lot violations (including parking in other than Assigned lot) 1st offense – $10 fine 2nd offense – 5-10 days loss of privilege; parent notification; $10 fine 3rd offense – Possibility of having the car towed; $25 fine 4th offense - loss of driving privilege through school year; parent Notification; car will be towed
**Drop off and pick up are in the front of the school by the flagpole. The student parking lot is for student/staff only.
IN- SCHOOL- SUSPENSION GUIDELINES
ISS RULES (ROOM 111) Students assigned or referred to ISS room will report with textbooks and materials for the assigned block or school day. Except for breaks and during lunch, SILENCE will be maintained. An academic atmosphere Indians 42
will be maintained at all times and other distracting behavior will not be tolerated. Students are not to put their heads down or go to sleep. Insubordinate behavior will not be tolerated. Misbehavior in ISS will lead to OSS and possible referral to authorities. In the event of repeated violations of the ISS rules and regulations, parents will be contacted to pick up students. Should a student be absent on the day assigned, the suspension will be served on the day he returns to school. (A student may not sign him/herself into ISS.)
HEALTH SERVICES Health services are an important part of a student’s total school program. School health staff promote academic success by helping to ensure that students are healthy and ready to learn. School nurses and school health assistants help students manage chronic health conditions, identify and follow-up on suspected health problems, manage illnesses and injuries, monitor immunization and physical examination documentation, and serve as a resource for health and wellness information. To help protect and promote the health of all students, parents are asked to follow the guidelines below. When to stay home- Children who have a temperature of 100 degrees or higher should be monitored at home for other signs or symptoms of illness. A child’s ability to perform in school is diminished if he or she does not feel well. If your child has repeated episodes of diarrhea or vomiting, a rash or general weakness please consult with your health care provider and keep your child at home until the illness passes or your doctor recommends the child return to school. Health conditions such as pink eye are highly contagious and must be properly treated before your child may return to school. Medications- Whenever possible, medications should be given at home. However, if it is necessary for your child to receive a medication at school, the parent must bring the medication to school in the original container and complete and sign a Medication Authorization Form. If a prescription medication is required at school, the prescribing doctor must also complete and sign the Authorization. This form is located on the District web-site or is available from the school nurse. Medications are kept in the school clinic. Students may not carry medications at school except in very specific situations which require the written approval of the physician, parent and school nurse. If your child has a health condition that requires medication or treatment, please contact the school nurse.
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Emergency Information-Parents must complete and sign a Student Emergency Information Card every school year. Please be sure you provide the school with accurate and current telephone numbers and contacts in case of emergency. Head Lice- Head lice, often spread by direct head to head contact outside of school, are most commonly found in young children. Head lice and nits (eggs) do not transmit disease and are not a significant health hazard. The Collier County Public Schools’ procedure regarding management of head lice is based on recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the National Association of School Nurses and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). • If a student has signs or symptoms of head lice, the school nurse or trained school staff will check the student’s hair and scalp to determine if live lice or nits are present. • If live lice or nits, are present, the parent will be asked to pick up the child and will be given instructions for treatment and removal of the nits and/or lice. Siblings will also be checked. • The parent must accompany the child to school after treatment. Students who continue to have live lice upon recheck may not return to class. • Students who have nits only may return to class and will be rechecked according to a specific protocol. • Please check your young child frequently and notify the school nurse if lice and/or nits are found. • For more information, please contact your school nurse.
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