Ii Iii ADMINISTRATION of DISTRICT 204 Joliet Township High School District 204 Board of Education
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Student Handbook 2017-2018 For your convenience, many topics found within the Student Handbook have been hyperlinked to web pages that con- tain additional information. Topics that have been hyperlinked will display a web address when you hover over the text. ii iii ADMINISTRATION OF DISTRICT 204 Joliet Township High School District 204 Board of Education Mr. Jeff Pierson, President Central Campus West Campus Mr. David Skorupa, Vice-President 201 East Jefferson Street 401 North Larkin Avenue Mrs. Tracy Spesia, Secretary Joliet, IL 60432 Joliet, IL 60435 Mrs. Arlene Albert 815-727-6750 815-727-6950 Mrs. Meg Capel (Attendance: 815-727-6801) (Attendance: 815-727-6900) Mr. Angel Contreras Mr. Frank Edmon Jr. Alternate School Transition Center Transportation Center 110 North Collins Street 131 North Collins Street 3901 Olympic Boulevard The Board of Education meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. If you would like to formally address the Board, Joliet, IL 60432 Joliet, IL 60432 Joliet, IL 60431 you may call the Superintendent’s Office for details. 815-727-6810 815-727-6807 815-727-6873 BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS – 2017-2018 JTHS Internet Homepage: www.jths.org July 18, 2017 January 16, 2018 JTHS Information Line: In a emergency situation, please do not contact the school directly because this blocks August 15, 2017 February 20, 2018 phone lines. JTHS will deliver emergency information in a variety of ways including phone messages, email, website, September 19, 2017 March 20, 2018 social media, print media, radio and more. In addition, JTHS has a phone line to direct parents to these mediums October 17, 2017 April 17, 2018 when phones messages are delivered. The JTHS Information Line phone number is: 815-724-1800. November 14, 2017 May 15, 2018 School Violence Tip Line: JTHS believes in a proactive approach to school security. Parents and students can con- December 19, 2017 June 19, 2018 tribute greatly to school security and safety. Please call the School Violence Tip Line at 1-800-477-0024 if you know of a security or safety issue. This is a way for students and parents to anonymously alert school officials of threats of violence in school. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Mission Statement JOLIET TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL The mission of Joliet Township High School, a historically rich, unified and innovative learning community, is 300 CATERPILLAR DRIVE to empower every student to compete and contribute positively to our community and global society by provid- JOLIET, IL 60436 ing a rigorous and personalized education through an academy environment. Dr. Cheryl McCarthy, Superintendent (815-727-6970) Our Beliefs Dr. Karla Guseman, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services (815-727-6972) Dr. Ilandus Hampton, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Personnel (815-727-6960) • Every human being possesses inherent worth. • Individuals are responsible for their own actions. Joe Lopez ................... Director of Buildings and Grounds ......................................... 815-727-6991 • Diversity strengthens and enriches society. Kristine Schlismann . Director of Community & Alumni Relations ........................ 815-727-6967 • Life-long learning is necessary to thrive in a continuously changing world. • People learn at different rates, in different ways, and in a variety of settings. Karen Harkin ............ Director of Information Technology Services ....................... 815-727-6814 • High expectations positively influence performance. Brian Conant ............. Director of Curriculum ............................................................. 815-727-6985 • Motivation, perseverance, hard work, and a positive attitude strengthen the ability of an individual to reach Alberto Filipponi ...... Director of Curriculum ............................................................. 815-727-6806 potential. Dianne McDonald ..... Director of Curriculum ............................................................. 815-727-1073 • The family environment has a strong influence on the development of each of its members. Chris McGuffy ........... Director of Curriculum ............................................................. 815-774-1655 • Education is a shared responsibility among students, family, staff, and the community. Nicole McMorris ....... Director of Curriculum ............................................................. 815-774-1611 • An educated public sustains our democracy. Iman Ellis-Bowen ...... Director of Special Services ...................................................... 815-727-6984 • Empathy, honesty, integrity and respect are essential in building and maintaining mutual trust. • A safe environment is essential for every individual. Jeff Riley ..................... Director of Strategic Partnerships ........................................... 815-774-1692 • High quality schools are essential to the quality of life for the whole community. David Gray ................. Director of Support Services ..................................................... 815-727-6873 • All people can learn. Joliet Township High School ensures equal educational opportunities are offered to students, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, disability, veteran’s status, or marital status. iv Table of Contents Staff Directory Student Services Regulations Discipline Athletics 1 (Area Code 815) TABLE OF CONTENTS CENTRAL CAMPUS DIRECTORY ACTIVITIES CODE: Academic Criteria for Participation .............................................................................................................................................. 50 Principal ............................................................................. Shad Hallihan ...................................................... 727-6740 Attendance Policy ........................................................................................................................................................................... 51 Assistant Principal for Educational Operations ........... Brian Shaw ........................................................... 727-6742 Parent Consent / Insurance ............................................................................................................................................................ 50 Assistant Principal for Support Operations .................. Tino Villaflor ....................................................... 727-6789 Participation Fee .............................................................................................................................................................................. 50 Building and Grounds Supervisor .................................. Bart Mushro ......................................................... 727-6725 Penalties for Violations, Due Process, Self-Admission ............................................................................................................... 52 Deans .................................................................................. Brett Boyter .......................................................... 727-6716 Residency / Transfer ........................................................................................................................................................................ 50 Eduardo Contreras .............................................. 727-6710 Rules for Extra-Curricular Participation ...................................................................................................................................... 51 Jeffrey Corcoran .................................................. 727-6792 Warning of Risk ................................................................................................................................................................................ 51 Kelly Manning-Smith ......................................... 727-6714 ACTIVITY REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 21 John Randich Jr. .................................................. 727-6712 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ................................................................................................................................................. 8 ARCHIVES INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................................................................... 58 Guidance Counselors ........................................................ Becky Bafia, Natalie Eich, Lindsey Furczyk, ..... 727-6731 ARRIVALS ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21 Jennifer Lemberg, Natalie O’Connell, ................ 727-6731 ASSEMBLIES .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21 Kristine Papa, Aseneth Ruiz, .............................. 727-6730 ATHLETICS: Michael Russell, Doug Schmuldt ........................ 727-6730 IHSA Banned Substances ............................................................................................................................................................... 55 Health Office .....................................................................