SANDPOINT HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENT HANDBOOK
410 S. DIVISION AVENUE
SANDPOINT , IDAHO
83864
Phone (208) 263-3034 Fax (208) 263-5321
The Sandpoint High School
MISSION STATEMENT
"We will empower
and encourage all students to achieve their full potential."
WELCOME
Welcome to
OPERATING PHILOSOPHY
We believe:
- Students and staff deserve to be in an emotionally and physically safe and secure environment.
- To honor the strengths of each individual will facilitate an environment of mutual respect and trust.
- High expectations for teaching and learning lead to increased student achievement and annual academic growth.
- A spirit of teamwork and collegiality is essential to individual growth and overall continuous improvement.
- We must model and teach to the concepts of interconnectedness for students to operate in a global society as they plan for post-secondary transition.
- Each
and every person at
School-wide expectations:
- Be at school and on time every day.
- Remove hats before entering classrooms.
- Turn off and put away all Cell phones and other electronic equipment before entering classrooms.
- Excel academically.
- Take responsibility for your own actions.
- Display safe, kind, and respectful behavior toward students, staff, and our building.
- Show good sportsmanship at school activities and events.
STAFF LIST
Complete list of the 2009-10 Staff Web Pages
AB School Calendar 2009 - 2010
Sandpoint High School Regular
Bell
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7:00 – 7:50 |
Early Bird |
Early Bird |
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7:55 – 9:26 |
1st Period Block |
1st
Period Block |
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91 mins |
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9:32 – 11:05 |
2nd Period Block |
2nd
Period Block 2 mins –
Pledge & Bulletin |
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91 mins B: 2 mins pledge |
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11:05 – 1:17 |
3rd Period Block |
3rd Period Block |
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1:17 – 2:48 |
4th Period Block |
4th Period Block |
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1st Lunch |
2nd Lunch |
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11:05 a.m. – 11:40 a.m. (35 minutes) |
12:42 a.m. – 1:17 p.m. (35 minutes) |
9th & 10th grades = Closed
campus, 11th & 12th grades = Open campus
Sandpoint High School
36
Minute Assembly @ 9:18 a. m. (After 1st Period)
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7:00 – 7:50 |
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7:55 – 9:18 |
1st Period Block |
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9:18 – 9:54 |
Assembly |
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36 mins |
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10:00 – 11:23 |
2nd Period Block |
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83 mins |
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11:23 – 12:07 |
3rd Period Block |
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1:25 – 2:48 |
4th Period Block |
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83 mins |
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1st Lunch |
2nd Lunch |
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11:23 a.m. – 11:58 a.m. (35 minutes) |
12:50 a.m. - 1:25 p.m. (35 minutes) |
9th & 10th grades = Closed
campus, 11th & 12th grades = Open campus
Sandpoint High School
for Professional Learning Communities
The following Wednesdays only: 10/21/09, 12/16/09, 1/20/10, 2/17/10, 3/17/10,
4/21/10, and 5/19/10
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7:00 - 7:50 |
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7:55 – 9:03 |
1st Period Block |
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9:09 - 10:18 |
2nd Period Block |
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10:18 - 12:07 |
3rd Period Block |
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12:07 – 1:15 |
4th Period Block |
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68 mins |
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1st Lunch |
2nd Lunch |
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10:18 a.m. - 10:53 a.m. (35 minutes) |
11:32 a.m. - 12:07 p.m. (35 minutes) |
9th & 10th
grades = Closed campus, 11th & 12th grades = Open
campus
2009 - 2010 ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY/STUDENT COUNCIL:
The purpose of this organization is to give elected representatives an opportunity to learn, understand and practice leadership principles in those areas of the school program in which students may take action. They will meet and be taught as a leadership class as part of their schedule. The student council is your voice. Talk with them often and give them feedback about student issues. Your opinion matters.
ADVISOR: Mike Martz
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ASB OFFICERS Vice President: Max Horn Secretary/Treasurer: Markie Frank Senator: Hannah Meek Representative: John Briggs |
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SENIORS President: Leonard Fister Vice President: Caitlyn Reeves Secretary/Treasurer: Meranda Carter Senator: Daniel Anderson Representative: Sam Trulock |
JUNIORS President: Graham Cole Vice President: Barry Wilson Secretary/Treasurer: Melinda VanDyk Senator: Connor Griesemer Representative: Dakota Blaese |
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SOPHOMORES President: Courtney Windju Vice President: Nichole Pagano Secretary/Treasurer: Emily Briggs Senator: Keeley Pearlstein Representative:
Ellie Engle |
FRESHMEN President: Anna Andruzak Vice President: Sierra Kimball Secretary/Treasurer: Brooke Obaitek Senator: Rachelle Stevens Representative: Kaitlyn Capes |
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS
Please click here "Activities" for an overview of rules and regulations for participation in extra-curricular activities.
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CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES |
INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS |
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180 Club- Student Led Academic Decathlon-Mary Bird Cedar Post- Chess Club- Congressional Awards-Pam Webb Creative Writing Club-Barbara Crumb Cribbage Club-Mary Bird Dance Team- Foreign Exchange-Linda Sprinkle Forestry/Wildlife-John French Club-Dana Stockman Human Rights Club-Woody Aunan Key Club-Connie Kimble Math/Science Club-Nachele Search Mime and Masque-Jeannie Hunter Monticola-Barbara Tibbs National Honor Society (NHS)- Wendy Auld Pep Club-Nancy Miller Radio Club-Dave Darling Ski / Snowboarding Club - Aaron Gordon Spanish Club - Mary Imaz Sports Statistics- STAND - Debbie Smith Student Council- Technology Club-Dave Darling Volleyball Club – Beth Stoner |
Baseball: Chris Young Cross Country: Matt
Brass
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ASSEMBLIES: Assemblies serve to generate school pride and spirit as well as to conduct student body and school business. Students will sit with their assigned class. All students are expected to attend the assembly.
Attendance at
Athletic Events: To ensure
BICYCLES AND OTHER WHEELS: Students may ride their bicycles or skateboards to school. Care and cooperation from everyone will ensure the safety of all students and protect your wheels too! Students who ride bicycles to school must park them in the bike rack on campus. Please adhere to these rules and procedures:
1. Bicycle riding and skateboard riding on campus is strictly prohibited in any area between the bus lane and school.
2. Bicycles are to be placed in the bike rack and locked for your own protection.
3. The school cannot be responsible for your bike, skateboard, or other wheels.
4. Caution and respect toward other pedestrians and regular bicycle traffic laws are to be observed.
BULLETINS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: General information of the day, and specific instructions are made available to every classroom via a daily bulletin and will be posted daily in the front window of the school office and on the SHS website. All notices to be placed in the bulletin must be approved by the advisor or an administrator. Notices must be turned in to the office receptionist no later than 1 p.m. for the next day’s bulletin.
BULLYING/HARASSMENT/INTIMIDATION: In
Accordance with Idaho Code 18-917A, Student Harassment, Bullying, and Intimidation is not tolerated at
In accordance with LPOSD #84 Policy 504.13, equal educational opportunities shall be available for all students without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, language barrier, religious beliefs, physical and mental handicap or disability, economic or social conditions, or actual or potential marital or parental status or status as a homeless child. Any student, or parent/guardian on behalf of a student, may file a discrimination grievance using the procedure outlined in the Uniform Grievance Policy.
CAFETERIA: The school cafeteria provides breakfast and lunch. Since the cafeteria is used throughout the day for many students’ needs, it is necessary that students follow cafeteria rules. Students will purchase lunch only for themselves, not others. Students are responsible for returning trays to the appropriate station and placing all garbage in available containers. Students are expected to clean up after themselves. Failure to do so may result in extra cafeteria cleaning duties. Students are encouraged to eat their meals outside or in the commons. Hallways and instructional areas are strictly off limits during lunches.
CAMERAS - SURVEILLANCE NOTICE: Students and parents/guardians
should be aware that
CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT: Cell phones must be turned off and out of visual sight during instructional time. Use shall be limited to the period before classes begin in the morning, between classes, during the student’s lunch period, and after the student’s last class in the afternoon at SHS. Cell phones and other electronic equipment are allowed before school, during passing periods, during lunch, and after school in any part of the building (camera phones shall be forbidden in private areas such as locker rooms, washrooms, and dressing areas). Electronic equipment will include but is not limited to the following items: Cell Phones, Camera Phones, Digital Cameras, MP3's, I-Pods, DVD Players, Recorders, Gaming Devices.
Unauthorized use of cell phones (including, but not limited to sending text messages during class time and listening to music via I-Pods) and electronic equipment as described above will result in the following consequences:
- First offense: Student will request the parent or guardian to pick up the phone at the front office.
- Second offense: Student will request the parent or guardian to pick up the phone from an administrator.
- Third offense: Parent or guardian will meet with an administrator. A behavior contract may be developed.
Inappropriate or illegal use of electronic equipment (including, but not limited to sending or receiving test answers, bullying or harassment via unwanted text messaging, and taking or distributing inappropriate digital photos) is subject to citation by local police and school consequences.
CLOSED/OPEN CAMPUS: The
CLUBS: School organizations, clubs, and
athletic teams may adopt and distribute to their members rules that shall
govern student conduct within the organization. Infractions of these rules
may result in disciplinary action. Rules for school organizations, clubs,
and activities will be reviewed and approved by the principal. Students who
are suspended out of school are not allowed to participate in any of these
activities during their suspension time.
Club Guidelines & Application Packet
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES: Please notify the school office if your child has a communicable disease such as lice, pink eye (conjunctivitis), chickenpox, etc. If your child becomes ill at school, you will be called to pick him or her up. Students with a communicable disease will be admitted back to school upon doctor approval. Please make sure current phone numbers and emergency contact information are on file at the front office.
DANCES: Dances at Sandpoint High School are scheduled for the
enjoyment of Sandpoint High School students (students from any school, other
than our own, will only be admitted if prior arrangements are made with our
administration and they are at least in ninth grade and no older than 20). Once
students enter the dance they will not be permitted to leave and return. Prices
and times of dances will be announced in advance. Appropriate attire and
behavior are expected at all times. Students dancing inappropriately will be
asked to leave the dance and admission will not be refunded.
DRESS: The students and staff of
- All shirts and tops must cover the chest (cleavage), midriff, and bra straps. Halter tops, tube tops, etc. are not allowed.
- All under garments must be out of view (including boxers, thong underwear, bras, etc.)
- Skirts and shorts must be at least as long as the tip of the student’s fingers when hands rest at the sides.
- Signs, decals, slogans, and/or clothing (including hats) that promote drugs, alcohol, tobacco, contain profane, crude, vulgar, or sexually explicit comments, or are identified in the community with gang behavior is disruptive and not appropriate.
- For safety reasons, any clothing that may be used as a weapon is strictly prohibited. For example, sharp object jewelry, chains, dog collars with spikes, and any other spiked clothing.
- Hats will not be worn inside any SHS classrooms. Hats are allowed in the school building, but must be removed upon entering a classroom.
- Apparel (including pants) that reveals midriff must not be worn.
- Shoes must be worn at all times.
Unauthorized group apparel is prohibited. Clothing or accessories worn in a manner (including but not limited to gloves, bandanas, shoestrings, wristbands, belts, jewelry) related to an unauthorized group or a group that may provoke others to acts of violence are prohibited. Belts, bandanas, or other items hanging out of pants, hanging from rear pants pockets, or displayed in clothing are prohibited.
Consequences: If a student is wearing inappropriate clothing, he/she will be allowed to borrow a T-shirt from the office box. If the student chooses not to cover up, parents will be notified and the student will be sent home to change his or her clothing with an unexcused absence. Warning to students: If you miss class because you chose to wear inappropriate clothing, you will not receive credit for any assignments missed. Repeated infractions will result in additional consequences.
DIRECTORY INFORMATION: Directory information is information regarding a student contained in a student’s educational record, which is generally not considered to be harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed to the public. Directory information includes, but is not limited to a student’s name, address, telephone listing, and school email address if applicable, photograph, date and place of birth, grade level, enrollment status, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic team and honors and awards received. This information is a part of FERPA; the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Directory information may be released without written parental consent so long as the school district has given public notice of the type of information that will be included in directory information and the parent has been given the opportunity to refuse such release of directory information. Schools are not required to provide directory information, and have discretion for such release. A school may disclose directory information to anyone, without consent, if it has given parents general notice of the information it has designated as “directory information”; the right to opt out of these disclosures; and the period of time they have to notify the school of their desire to opt out. Our school could use directory information so your child’s picture could appear in local newspaper or video segments, provide mailing information to scholarship organizations, pictures to organizations that honor students, etc.
DRIVING: All drivers of motorized vehicles are to
observe
EXPENSES:
Class Fees: Various
elective classes charge a class fee. Once paid, these fees may be transferred
with approval from the teachers but not refunded.
Extracurricular Expenses: Students may purchase an
ASB card, which will give discounts when attending some school
activities. All students participating in sports and competitive
activities (band, choir, drama, AcaDeca) must purchase an ASB card. ASB cards
may be purchased during school hours from the bookkeeper.
School health insurance, parking permits, and yearbooks are available at additional expense.
Student athletes may be required to buy clothing or sign a contract to return school property at the end of the season. Any property that is not paid for or returned will be charged to the student athlete’s school account.
Students who lose or damage school-owned books must pay
the cost of replacement before they receive a transcript or diploma.
Seniors with unpaid account balances are not allowed to walk at the graduation
ceremony.
A student's grade may be withheld (noted as an Incomplete) if the course fees and fines are not paid in full by the end of the semester. Students who are financially unable to pay fees are encouraged to create a payment plan with the bookkeeper at the start of the semester.
HEALTH CONDITIONS: School staff needs to be informed if your child has a health condition, such as, diabetes, asthma, allergies that require epinephrine, seizures, etc. If your student requires special individualized care beyond basic first aid, the school district nurse needs to be notified to develop an ACTION PLAN which lists necessary care, and so that appropriate staff can be trained in the plan. It is the parent’s responsibility to notify school staff in writing of the health condition and provide necessary supplies. In order for a student with a health condition to participate in off-campus school sponsored activities, an action plan and supplies provided by the parent are required for the student’s safety.
HOMEWORK: Homework is part of the learning process. Assignments are made to complete, supplement, and enrich regular class work; to provide review and maintenance of particular skills or concepts; or to culminate a unit of study. Students must expect homework in academic classes. It is recognized that it is the teacher’s responsibility to assign homework and the teacher has the authority to determine the type and extent of the assignment.
Students should typically have homework every night while attending SHS. There are, of course, some classes which require more and some less homework. Homework is designed to not only reinforce learning in the classroom by practicing concepts and skills again at home, but also to give students time to digest new learning in a calm, quiet setting. If you have any questions about homework, please call or email the individual teacher. All SHS staff can be reached via email (firstname.lastname@lposd.org) or by calling the school to leave a message at (208)263-3034.
General expectations for students regarding homework:
- Expect to spend two hours per night on homework and study.
- Keep an up-to-date assignment sheet for homework and other assignments in your SHS Agenda Book.
- Clarify any instructions not understood.
- Record homework assignments and due dates in your SHS Agenda Book.
- Turn in homework on due dates in required form, clearly identified.
- Arrange a proper study area and manage time to accomplish homework assignments.
- Establish a regular weekly study schedule that is relatively free from distraction.
- Confer with teachers regarding homework activities.
IMMUNIZATIONS: Immunization records are
required before the student may enroll in school. The
district follows and enforces
LATE ARRIVAL/EARLY RELEASE: Students must meet certain criteria to earn early release or late arrival on their schedules.
The requirements are as follows:
- No F's the prior semester
- On track to graduate with their class
- No truancies on attendance record
LIBRARY: All students using the library, including aides, must have their agenda book with them at the time of arrival and departure. They are to come with a task requirement and show that to the librarian. Remember the library is a quiet place to study and do research. No food, drinks, cell phones, or electronic devices are allowed in the school library at any time.
LITTER: Keep our
campus clean! Please do not litter in the commons, the hallways, on school
grounds or any areas in the community adjacent to the campus.
LOCKERS: Seniors are assigned a locker in the senior hallway. Freshmen are assigned a locker - and they keep the same locker until the end of their junior year. As property of the school, school officials may inspect lockers at any time. The cost of repairing any damage to a locker may be charged to the student. In the interest of security, sharing lockers is forbidden. You are responsible for the contents of the locker assigned to you. Please refer to the office and ask to have your name removed from the locker assignment sheet if you do not intend to use your locker. It is recommended that you put a lock on your locker. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please do not store cash or valuable items in your locker. All lockers will be cleaned out the day after school is out and the items will be donated to local charity.
MEDICATIONS: If a student requires medication during the school day, a Medication Authorization Form must be completed and provided to the school office. Medication must be delivered to school in the original container with an intact label. Upon request, pharmacies will provide a separate container for school use at no additional charge. If the medication is over-the-counter, it must be given according to the label instructions unless the physician authorizes a different dose on the medication form. Medications are usually given by school office personnel. Students may carry inhalers if the Medication Authorization Form is completed and the student is responsible to administer it.
OFF LIMIT ZONES: The following areas of the
- The
- The Division Street Mini Storage, located across the street from the South entrance to SHS.
- The forested area behind the new portables SP1 and SP2.
- The
overflow parking out by the
- All
the portions of
Students found in these areas will be subject to the appropriate consequences.
PARKING LOT: Parking on school grounds is a
privilege; not a right. All parking spaces are assigned spots and are clearly
marked with large numbers in the
If someone is parked in your space, you should report it to the office immediately. The qualifications for purchasing a parking permit are based upon adherence to behavioral and attendance policies. Once students have purchased their parking permits, they will be required to maintain their commendable record for the duration of the school year. All parking permits may be revoked at any time based upon failure to maintain the student conduct code. Any student who misses over the allowed days may be in jeopardy of losing their permit. The parking permit fee is non-refundable. Parking applications and fee structure can be located in the office. See fee schedule below for parking violation amounts.
PERSONAL DELIVERIES: Please keep personal deliveries to a minimum. Messages and forgotten items may be picked up at the office during passing times, before or after school, and lunch breaks only. Flowers and gifts may be picked up at the office after school only. Special occasion entertainers, such as singing telegram representatives, will not be allowed in classrooms during regular school hours.
PUBLICATIONS: Before any distribution of materials in schools or on school property occurs, it must have approval of the building principal. All student publications and other media productions shall be considered an extension of classroom instruction and shall be supervised by assigned teachers. Administration reserves the right to censor any materials that would be of a nature that would harass, demean, or threaten the safety of a student or staff member.
PROFANITY/EXPLETIVES: Profanity and expletives are not tolerated at
School Resource Officer (SRO): The SRO is a Sandpoint City Police Officer who is based out of SHS. Staff is obligated to report any incident involving criminal activity to the SRO (i.e. fights involving injuries, students under the influence of drugs or alcohol, weapons violations), who will follow-up with applicable law enforcement protocol. The SRO is available to investigate and assist in any law enforcement issue. The SRO is at SHS to assist in maintaining a safe environment for all students and staff.
STUDENT I.D. CARDS: All students will be issued an I.D. card. These cards are for safety concerns as well as for use in the cafeteria and library. Students are required to carry identification with them at all times and may be asked to show they have one. Students will also be required to show their I.D. cards when attending school-sponsored dances. See the fee schedule below for replacement cost of this card.
STUDENT BEHAVIOR IN THE HALLS: Students in the halls during class time must have a hall pass. The display of the following behaviors are not allowed and will have consequences: 1) use of profanity, 2) harassment of any type, 3) littering of any type, 4) vandalism, 5) graffiti, or any other behavior that would interfere with the safety and educational process of students. The consequences may include: lunch detention, school service, Saturday school, in-school suspensions, and out of school suspensions. Parents will be contacted. In some cases, the SRO will be notified as well.
STUDENT SAFETY PROCEDURES: To ensure student safety, non-aggressive canines, breathalyzers, and searches may be used. Non-aggressive canines may be used to keep campuses free of dangerous devices (including, but not limited to firearms and explosives) and illegal substances. Non-aggressive canines will not sniff students or staff. Breathalyzers will be used, including but not limited to, on-campus and school-sponsored activities. Students will be subject to being searched or asked to use the breathalyzers when reasonable suspicion exists. In the event that school events call for a higher need to ensure safety, such as but not limited to field trips and night activities, all students participating in the event may be asked to use the breathalyzer or go through a search. These added safety precautions will heighten student safety and keep our school and school events safer for all students.
STUDENT INTERACTION: Students are expected to show respect at all times when interacting with other students. The only acceptable display of affection at SHS is holding hands. Offenders will be dealt with on an individual basis, which will include, but not limited to, parent contact and an appropriate warning. Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated and needs to be reported immediately to counselors or administrators.
TELEPHONE: Use of the office telephone by students is limited to emergency and/or school business calls only. Students requesting use of the office phone during class time must have a pass from their classroom instructor and receive permission from front office personnel before using the telephone. Messages to students from family should be limited to emergencies only. Messages to students from employers, friends, etc., should be taken care of outside the school day. Every attempt is made to deliver important messages; however, the staff at SHS is not responsible for messages that are not responded to by students.
TEXTBOOKS: Textbooks are checked out to
students for their use during the school year. Students are responsible
for checking out and returning textbooks to the school library. Please be sure
your name is written in the book in case it is misplaced. Textbooks are to
be kept clean and handled carefully. It is recommended that all students
cover their textbooks and replace the cover if it becomes worn during the
year. If a textbook is misused, a fine will be imposed. The cost for
replacement of lost textbooks will be charged to the student who was issued the
book (See fee schedule below). Report cards, transcripts and diplomas will
be withheld until the book fine is paid. Seniors with unpaid account
balances are not allowed to walk at the graduation ceremony.
VISITORS: Parents are welcome to visit SHS. We have a policy concerning visitors on campus: Students may not bring visitors with them to classrooms. All visitors must sign in at the office window, where they may request a visitor badge. Under no circumstances are parents or others to go uninvited to a classroom. This disrupts the educational process and is not permissible. Unauthorized people will be asked to leave campus. Failure to do so may result in a citation for trespassing. These measures are necessary to insure the safety and welfare of students and staff. Minors not enrolled at SHS cannot be on campus except for approved business.
WEAPONS/DRUGS/ALCOHOL/TOBACCO: Absolutely no weapons, drugs, alcohol, or tobacco are allowed on district property or at district sponsored activities at any time under any circumstances.
FEE SCHEDULE
A student's grade may be withheld (noted as an Incomplete) if the course fees and fines are not paid in full by the end of the semester.
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DESCRIPTION OF FEE |
FEE AMOUNT |
COMMENTS
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ASB/Activities Card |
$40.00 |
Per School Year |
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Adult Living/Teen Living |
$10.00 |
Per Semester |
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Agenda Book Replacement Fee |
$10.00 |
Replacement Fee |
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Art (Basic) |
$15.00 |
Per Semester |
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Art (Advanced – Pottery & Painting) |
$25.00 |
Per Semester |
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Art (Studio) Advanced Placement |
$50.00 |
Per Year |
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Band:
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$15.00 To be determined by instructor. |
Purchase |
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Cafeteria |
You may establish a lunch money account for your child. |
Please visit our school cafeteria to deposit money into your child’s meal account. |
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Choir:
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$16.00 |
Purchase |
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Computer Business App. |
$3.00 |
Per Semester |
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Drafting (Intro) |
$10.00 |
Per Semester |
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Drafting (Advanced & Animation) |
$10.00 |
Per Semester |
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Food Production |
$20.00 |
Per Year |
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Industrial Mechanics I |
$10.00 |
Per Semester |
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Industrial Mechanics II |
$20.00 |
Per Year |
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Journalism I & II Workbook Fee |
$14.00 |
Consumable Workbook |
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Lifetime Sports |
$25.00 |
Per Semester |
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Nutrition/Foods |
$10.00 |
Per Semester |
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Parking Permit: |
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This fee is non-refundable even if your parking permit is revoked for non-compliance of school parking/driving rules. |
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Parking Violation Fees: Parked in two or more spaces Parked in another’s space Parked in a “no parking” zone Parked w/o a parking pass Parked in visitor parking Parked in handicapped space Other |
$10.00 $20.00 $10.00 $15.00 $25.00 $50.00 $10.00 |
Student may be charged for more than one infraction per incident. |
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P.E. Clothes T-Shirt Gym Shorts |
$10.00 $15.00 |
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Photo Journalism Photography |
$15.00 $20.00 |
Per Semester Per Semester |
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Student Photo I.D. Replacement Fee |
$7.50 |
Replacement Fee |
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Technology (Intro) |
$10.00 |
Per Semester |
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Textbook Replacement Fee Textbook Repair Fee Textbook Bar Code Replacement Fee |
$70.00 $10.00 $5.00 |
Textbook Replacement Bar Code Replacement |
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Woodshop |
$10.00 |
Per Semester |
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Yearbook: |
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The Senior Portrait Fee is due when you turn in your Senior Portrait. This deadline is usually around mid September. Be sure to watch for it!! |
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GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING
Linda Sprinkle – Class of 2010, Freshmen H-O
Debb Nusbaum – Class of 2012, Freshmen A-G
Jeralyn Mire - Post Secondary Transition Counselor
Comprehensive guidance is an integral part of
Notifications of core curriculum deficiencies or attendance
problems are mailed home. Student's academic progress can be checked by a
parent regularly on the
College Testing Dates Students planning to attend
college after high school should meet with their counselors to determine which
appropriate college tests should be taken. Most tests require students to sign
up at least one month in advance and may require the completion of
applications, etc. To assure a seat at your preferred test center, register as
early as possible and use
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ACT Test Dates - 2009-2010 |
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Test Date |
Regular Registration
Postmark Deadline (regular fee) |
Late Registration Postmark
Deadlines (regular fee plus late fee)
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September 12, 2009 |
August 7, 2009 |
August 8 – 21, 2009 |
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October 24, 2009 |
September 18, 2009 |
September 19 – October 2, 2009
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December 12, 2009 |
November 6, 2009 |
November 7 – 20, 2009 |
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February 6, 2010 |
January 5, 2010 |
January 6 – 15, 2010 |
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April 10, 2010 |
March 5, 2010 |
March 6 – March 19, 2010 |
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June 12, 2010 |
May 7, 2010 |
May 8 – 21, 2010 |
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SAT Test Dates - 2009-2010 |
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Test Date |
Regular Registration
Postmark Deadline (regular fee) |
Late Registration Postmark
Deadlines (regular fee plus late fee)
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Oct 10, 2009 |
September 9, 2009 |
September 10 – 23, 2009 |
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Nov 7, 2009 |
October 1, 2009 |
October 2 – 15, 2009 |
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Dec 5, 2009 |
October 30, 2009 |
October 31 – November 12, 2009
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Jan 23, 2010 |
December 15, 2009 |
December 16 – 30, 2009 |
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March 13, 2010 |
February 4, 2010 |
February 5 – 18, 2010 |
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May 1, 2010 |
March 25, 2010 |
March 26 – April 8, 2010 |
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June 5, 2010 |
April 29, 2010 |
April 30 – May 13, 2010 |
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Other Test Dates offered at
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Test |
Test Date |
Grade Level Tested |
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ASVAB |
October
14, 2009 |
Junior |
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PSAT |
October
14, 2009 |
Junior |
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PLAN |
October
14, 2009 |
Sophomore |
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Explore |
October
14, 2009 |
Freshman |
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ASVAB |
November 6, 2009 |
Any grade level |
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ASVAB |
April 2, 2010 |
Any grade level |
ADVANCED PLACEMENT/HONORS COURSES
Students planning to take an Advanced Placement or Honors course:
- Should be recommended for placement in an AP/Honors course by prior course instructor.
- Must understand that 50 minutes or more of study is required per AP/Honors course, nightly.
- Agree to seek help immediately from the AP teacher to avoid getting behind, if/when needed.
- Must accept that the earliest date to drop an AP/Honors courses is at the end of first semester – NO drops will be allowed out of an AP/Honors course before this date. Students must meet with their counselor, teacher and principal prior to dropping the class.
- Should discuss with their parent/guardian and carefully consider the number of AP/Honors courses, course requirements, and time needed to study for successful course completion. (SHS recommends that students taking more than three (3) AP or Honors courses per year consider extra-curricular activities, time constraints outside of school, total course load, and other academic responsibilities before committing to a final class schedule).
- Understand there may be assigned summer work in preparation for the following year. Failure to complete summer assignments will be reflected in the AP or Honors course grade and students will be expected to make up the work in the fall. Summer work will be posted on the SHS website under the AP/Honors instructor’s name: sh.lposd.org
- Are encouraged but not required to take the Advanced Placement exam in the spring.
- Should visit: www.apcentral.collegeboard.com for more AP information.
COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY PARTICIPATION POLICY: All
seniors expecting to participate in the commencement ceremony must complete all
credit requirements for that year's graduating class at
CORRESPONDENCE CREDITS: All
It is the students responsibility to have all correspondence
completed and to have an official transcript of their correspondence courses
sent to
GRADE LEVEL: If a student does not have a sufficient number of credits (46) by the end of the first semester of his/her senior year the student will be classified as a retained senior. Students and parents will receive a letter informing them of credit deficiencies at the end of the first semester of each year.
GRADE POINT AVERAGE AND WEIGHTED GRADE POINT AVERAGE FOR SENIORS: A 12th Grade student's GPA (grade point average) and WGPA (weighted grade point average) will be determined by the average of grades earned through eight (8) semesters of that student's high school career. The weighted grade point average as reported on 1st semester transcripts (which serve as preliminary transcripts for post-secondary institutions and scholarship applications) is one of the criterion used to determine Valedictorian/Salutatorian status.
GRADES WITHHELD: A student's grade may be withheld (noted as an Incomplete) if the course fees and fines are not paid in full by the end of the semester.
GRADING/INCOMPLETES: Report cards are issued at the end of each quarter. The grade given at the end of the semester is a cumulative grade for that semester and is the one that is recorded on the student’s permanent record. Unsatisfactory progress reports and commendation notices are available on-line at the SHS website. Any student who needs to repeat a class he/she failed once may reschedule that class. A student who fails a class the second time will not be allowed to repeat the class in the regular school program. Counselors and administration must pre-approve any alternative programs chosen by the students and parents. If students receive an incomplete on their report card they have two weeks from the end of the grading period to make-up work (with the exception of documented medical emergencies). If this work has not been completed within this two-week period the student will receive an “F” for the grading period.
When a student retakes a failed class through any accredited program the new grade will be added to the student's transcript and computed in the final GPA. However, the original failing grade "F" will remain on the transcript but is not calculated in the final GPA.
If a student wishes to repeat a class for a better grade, other than an “F”, he or she will need to follow the appeal process. Please see you counselor for further information.
GRADING PROCEDURES: Credit will be granted on a semester basis. This means that the grade a student earns at the end of an eighteen-week period (semester) will be placed on his/her permanent record, the student's transcript. Students receiving incomplete grades for any marking period will have two (2) weeks in which to make up work for any incompletes (with the exception of documented medical emergencies). Failing to follow this procedure in the two-week period will result in the incomplete grade being recorded as an “F” on the student's transcript.
GRADING SCALE:
90 –100 =A
4.0
80 – 89 =B 3.0 Above Average AP Courses: Additional 1.0
70 –79 =C 2.0 Average
60 - 69
=D
1.0 Below
Average
Advanced Placement (AP) courses: Grades received for completion of AP courses are weighted on a 5.0 scale.
Honors Courses: Grades received from successful completion of honors courses will be weighted on a 4.5 scale.
Dual Enrollment Courses: Dual Enrollment courses can
be taken through
Other Courses: All grades for other courses, both
Core and Elective, taken at
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:
Breakdown of Credit Requirements for
Graduation
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Class of 2009 and After |
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Credits |
Required Areas |
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8 |
English |
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6 |
Math |
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6 |
Science |
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4 |
History |
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2 |
American Government |
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1 |
Speech |
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1 |
Economics |
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1 |
Health |
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2 |
P.E.* |
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2 |
Humanities |
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2 |
Practical Arts (PTE) |
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21 |
Electives |
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56 |
Total Number of Credits Required |
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64 |
Total Number of Credits Offered |
*Currently “Dance” is an elective credit only; however, any student who takes four years of dance team will receive Sandpoint High School P.E. credit, as approved by the Superintendent.
Please remember that college entrance requirements and high school graduation requirements ARE NOT the same. Be sure to check a college handbook to find the specific requirements for admission to a college or educational/technical school.
HONOR ROLL: Scholarship is recognized and encouraged through an academic honor roll. The Honor Roll is compiled at the end of each quarter. Honor Roll designations are earned with a “B” average or above. Students in this category may apply for membership in the National Honor Society after final completion of the semester for which they qualify.
HONORS AND HIGH HONORS DIPLOMA FOR GRADUATION: Students
may graduate with Honors from
HONORS SCIENCE CLASSES FOR FRESHMEN: Students seeking honors science will not be able to simply skip Physical Science (9th grade) and enroll in Bio I (H). Students may concurrently take Bio I (Honors) with 9th grade instructor approval. Students or parents who feel the student is capable of completely skipping Physical Science, and have teacher support for doing so, may attempt to waive Physical Science by taking the final exam for each semester. Students wishing to do this have two weeks from the start of the semester to take the test. If the student scores 80% or better on the final, she/he will be allowed to waive that semester of Physical Science. Teachers are NOT expected to provide study materials for students wishing to waive Physical Science and credit will NOT be granted for "testing out" of Physical Science.
PASS LINK SYSTEM: We have provided a link and simple instructions to access our online student progress reporting system at: http://sh.lposd.org. To access your child's account, you will need to enter his/her School ID Number and PIN Number. Click on the button that says, "Schedule/Progress" and it will automatically provide links to your child's progress reports. If a message tells you there is no data, this means the system is not yet updated. Just keep checking! Teachers are required to update grades each Monday. We hope you find this site to be a convenient way to check your child's progress.
SCHEDULE CHANGES OR WITHDRAWALS:
Schedule changes will take place if at least one of the conditions stated below is apparent in a student’s current schedule. The last day for a schedule change is two weeks after the beginning of each semester.
- A hole appears in the schedule (usually represented by a "see counselor" notation).
- A
student needs a course to complete
- A student needs a course for admittance to a post secondary institution or training program (college, technical school, apprenticeship) and the student currently has the necessary prerequisites for the course requested.
- A student does not have the necessary prerequisites for a course on his/her current schedule.
- Drop/Add Release Time/Late Arrival (with prior approval).
Customarily, teacher changes are not considered. However, under extenuating circumstances, a teacher request may be considered if the following conditions are met:
Step 1 Student meets with a counselor to discuss the situation.
Step 2 The student meets the 90% attendance policy in the class.
Step 3 The
student must have turned in 90% of the class work and completed 1 unit exam.
Step 4 Changes will only be considered after class size and class load are evaluated.
Step 5 The student must submit a written explanation to the administrative team for approval.
When a student must drop a class or change his/her schedule, the student must first consult with his/her counselor. The counselor will initiate a schedule change request form that must be signed by a parent or guardian, all affected teachers, and returned to the counselor as soon as possible. After the second week of each semester any new class must meet instructor approval and it will be the student's responsibility to make up the class work. All class changes are subject to final approval by the administration.
Any student who chooses to withdraw from a class after the two week deadline will receive an “F” grade for the class, which becomes part of the student’s permanent record.
VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN: It is the
practice of
ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES
Revised September 2009
263-3034 (ext. 4010)
Parents or guardians will be required to report absences to the Attendance Office prior to the student’s return on the next coinciding A or B Day.
For example, if a student is absent on Tuesday (an A-Day) the student must obtain an Admit Slip at the Attendance Office before classes begin on Thursday (the next A-Day) to present to his/her A-Day teachers.
PROCEDURE FOR STUDENTS RETURNING TO SCHOOL AFTER AN ABSENCE
Upon the student’s return on the next coinciding A or B Day, the student is to report to the Attendance Window to obtain an Admit Slip in order to return to the missed class/classes. If the parent/guardian has previously verified the absence, an Admit Slip will be available for pick up by the student.
Parents/Guardians are encouraged to report the absence to the Attendance Office as soon as possible to expedite the preparation of the Admit Slip. The Attendance Office Window opens each school day at 7 am. It is imperative for the student to pick up the Admit Slip early enough to be on time for his/her class to avoid tardiness. If the student is late picking up his/her slip, he/she will need to obtain a Tardy Slip and is subject to appropriate consequences.
HOW TO REPORT AN ABSENCE
- Telephone: 24-hour automated service. 263-3034; Ext 4010. (add this number to your contact list on your phone)
- Email: Gina.Prandato@lposd.org (add this email to your contact list on
your email account)
- Notes: Signed note from parent, guardian or doctor. Doctor notes are
encouraged if applicable. (Student must deliver note early enough to have an Admit Slip prepared for the next coinciding A or B Day.
INFORMATION REQUIRED TO REPORT AN ABSENCE
- Name of student
- Name of parent/guardian of person calling or emailing with daytime phone number for verification.
- Specific dates and reason for the absence
A returning student without prior verification from their parent/guardian will remain in ISS (In-School Suspension) until parent/guardian contacts the Attendance Office to confirm the absence or truancy.
ADMIT SLIPS
Admit Slips will only be issued to student upon verification of absence by parent/guardian. There are 2 types of Admit Slips.
· Green Admit Slip/ Excused Absence: Parent/Guardian has verified absence.
· Pink Admit Slip/Un-excused Absence: Parent/Guardian has verified truancy. If the absence is verified as an Un-excused Absence, it will result with the appropriate school consequences for Truancy. All truancies or unexcused absences will reflect a “0” grade for any assignments due in class that day and will not be allowed to be made up at any time.
The student must
present the Admit Slip to each teacher for every class period missed in order
to verify the status of the absence, which will determine whether the student
will receive credit for missed work. If a student attempts to enter class
without an Admit Slip, he/she will be sent directly to the Attendance Office.
If a student loses an Admit Slip, he/she must obtain a duplicate from the
office.
WHEN A PARENT/GUARDIAN DOES NOT CONTACT OFFICE
A student returning to school without notification from parent/guardian will be assigned directly to ISS (In-school Suspension) until parent contacts school with an excused or un-excused absence. The student may have the opportunity at designated times throughout the day to contact parents/guardian for verification by telephone. If verification is made, the student will report from ISS to the Attendance Office for an Admit Slip.
If no contact is made between the parent/guardian and the school by 3:00 pm. on the day of the student’s return, the absence will remain unexcused indefinitely and the student will have served a full day of ISS.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT PROCEDURES
If a student arrives to school late, he/she must report to the Attendance Office with notification from parent, guardian, or Doctor to receive an Admit Slip. Prior phone call or email is also accepted and encouraged.
If a student must leave school at any time for any reason, students must check out at Attendance window to verify parental permission prior to leaving school grounds. Students who fail to follow this procedure will be considered Truant and subject to appropriate consequences. There will be no exceptions to this rule.
If a student leaves
campus without signing out at the Attendance Office window and prior parent
verification has not been determined, the student will automatically be
considered Truant.
AUTOMATED CALLING SYSTEM
By the end of each school day, the Automated Calling System will scan the attendance database for absences. Any student with an absence that has not been verified as excused will receive a call home via the Automated Calling System. The call is scheduled to contact parents/guardians each evening to let them know their student missed one or more classes that day. It is up to the parent/guardian and student to determine why the student may have been marked absent and to notify the Attendance Officer, even if they feel the absence was marked in error. The student should let the teacher and Attendance Officer know immediately about any questions or concerns regarding their attendance. If applicable, the teacher will authorize necessary adjustments.
CHRONIC TRUANCIES
Chronic truancies will be subject to school and district consequences which may include: Saturday School, school or community service hours, probation with the Juvenile Justice System for habitual truants, loss of school parking permits, and loss of Idaho State driving privileges when applicable.
SCHOOLMASTER LINK
Attendance is updated at the end of each day and can be checked by student and parent by accessing the Schoolmaster Pass Link and entering the students PIN and ID number.
CONSEQUENCES FOR UNEXCUSED ABSENCES/TRUANCIES
- If no phone call, phone message, or parent note is received upon the student’s return to school, the student will be immediately assigned to ISS (In-School Suspension) for the day.
- If no contact is made between the parent and the school by 3:00 p.m. of the day of the student’s return, the absence will remain unexcused indefinitely and the student will have served a full day of ISS.
- All truancies or unexcused absences will reflect a “0” grade for any assignments due in class that day and will not be allowed to be made up at any time.
- Chronic truancies will be subject to school and district consequences which may include: Saturday School, school or community service hours, probation with the Juvenile Justice System for habitual truants, loss of school parking permits, and loss of Idaho State driving privileges when applicable.
24-hour Automated Attendance Verification: 263-3034; Ext. 4010
Email Address: Gina.Prandato@lposd.org
Please click here LPOSD #84 Attendance Policy for complete details of district attendance policy.
TARDY POLICY: One important purpose of education is to teach responsibility and respect. Students are expected to be in class when the bell rings. Tardiness disrupts the educational process for all students. Time missed in class may be considered as a loss to the academic value and may be reflected in the academic grade. Students who are not in class when the bell rings will be tardy and will be assigned lunch detention that day. Students will receive one free tardy per month total-all other tardies will result in a lunch detention. There will be no excused tardies.
- Students must have a note/pass from the office when entering the classroom late.
- It is up to the teacher to make the decision if a student is too late and needs to report to ISS for the remainder of the period, or if the student can remain in class.
- Each tardy = one lunch detention. There are no excused tardies. Students will receive one “free” tardy per month. This will be tracked by the Lunch Detention Monitor.
- If a student skips his/her lunch detention they are automatically assigned Saturday school for the following Saturday.
- A letter will be sent home to parents after the student accumulates 5 total tardies in a month.
- On the 6th tardy (total accumulated in all classes) additional consequences will be imposed such as school service and/or ISS.
Habitual tardies will result in a parent meeting and contact.
TRUANCY
Please click here LPOSD #84 Truancy Policy for
complete details of district policy.
All truancies will reflect a “0” grade for that absence.
First Truancy:
Automated Notice of First Truancy will be printed and sent home.
- This letter will inform parent/guardian that a First Truancy has been reported.
- The student will be invited to clear the Truancy if they feel the Truancy has been reported in error.
- Parents will be sent a copy of the SHS Truancy Procedures.
- CONSEQUENCES: Student will not be allowed to make up missed assignments for the date of the truancy and will remain in ISS until parent contact is made.
Second Truancy:
Automated Notice of Second Truancy will be printed and sent home.
- This letter will inform parent/guardian that a Second Truancy has been reported
- The student will be invited to clear the Truancy if they feel the Truancy has been reported in error.
- Parents have the option to sign the enclosed Truancy Contract and return it to the Attendance Officer.
- Note that failure to sign the Truancy Contract does not prevent the next step of truancy.
- CONSEQUENCES: Student will not be allowed to make up missed assignments for the date of the truancy and will remain in ISS until parent contact is made.
Third Truancy:
Automated Notice of Third Truancy will be printed and sent home.
- This notice will inform parent/guardian that a Third Truancy has been reported
- The student will be invited to clear the Truancy if they feel the Truancy has been reported in error.
- Parents will be sent a copy of the LPOSD #84 Board Truancy Policy.
- Parents will be requested to attend a meeting on Thursday from 9:00 – 11:00. Probation will be available Thursday from 9:00 – 9:30.
- CONSEQUENCES: Student will not be allowed to make up missed assignments for the date of the truancy and will remain in ISS until parent contact is made.
Fourth Truancy:
Automated Notice of Fourth Truancy will be printed and sent home.
- This notice will inform parent/guardian that a Fourth Truancy has been reported.
- The student will be invited to clear the Truancy if they feel the Truancy has been reported in error.
- CONSEQUENCES: Student will be required to meet with the SHS Truancy Committee to determine additional consequences. Parents will be invited to the committee meeting.
- The Board of Trustees will be notified if the SHS Truancy Committee recommends a hearing.
SHS
Behavior Management Plan
HARASSMENT,
INTIMIDATION AND BULLYING
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Board
Policy 504.1 |
To other students |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Conference, SRO, Possible
OSS/ISS Possible expulsion hearing |
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Code
18-1506 |
To Staff |
1st Offense 2nd Offense |
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VEHICLES AND
PARKING
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Driving Violations |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
1 week loss of parking
privilege 2 week loss of parking
privilege 1 month loss of parking
privilege |
|
Board
Policy 506.6 |
Parking Violations |
$10.00 fee $20.00 fee $10.00 fee $15.00 fee $25.00 fee $50.00 fee $10.00 fee |
Park in 2 or more spaces Parked in another
space Parked in a “No Parking
Zone” Parked without a parking
pass Parked in Visitor
Parking Parked in Handicapped
Parking Not registered |
VIOLENCE
|
Board
Policy |
Assault |
1st Offense 2nd Offense |
SRO, |
|
504.1 |
Fighting |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
ISS/OSS 1-5 days |
WEAPONS
|
Board
Policy 504.6 |
In possession of/use of a non-gun weapon |
1st Offense |
SRO, |
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In possession of/use of a gun or weapon look-alike |
1st Offense |
Emergency expulsion
hearing, investigation One calendar
year expulsion in compliance with Idaho Code 18-3302D |
ACADEMIC
|
Board
Policy |
Cheating, Unauthorized collaboration or plagiarism |
1st Offense 2nd Offense |
Zero on assignment or exam,
parent contact Student receives an ‘F’ for
the course |
|
504.1 |
Failure to pursue studies |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense 4th Offense |
Parent /Teacher
intervention Parent/Teacher/Counselor
intervention Loss of extra-curricular
activities Saturday School 2 hours |
|
803.5 |
Computer or internet infractions |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Reminder of agreement and
loss of access 1-2 weeks Loss of access 1-month Loss of access remainder of
semester |
DRUGS AND
ALCOHOL
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Distribution of controlled substance. |
1st Offense |
SRO, expulsion hearing,
re-entry mandatory |
|
Board
Policy 504.7 |
Under the influence or in possession |
1st Offense 2nd Offense |
SRO, Law enforcement and
possible expulsion |
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Tobacco use and possession |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
SRO, ISS 2 days, extra
curricular activities suspended 2 weeks. Tobacco Education Program SRO, ISS 4 days, extra
curricular activities suspended 2 weeks.
Essay in use of tobacco SRO, Suspension by law with
re-entry meeting with Superintendent, Multi-staged contract |
GENERAL
BEHAVIOR
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Violation of SHS cell phone policy |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Parent must pick up in
office Parent must pick up from
administrator Parent/student meets with
an administrator |
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Profanity |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Lunch detention, parent
contact, reflection in writing Saturday School 2 hours Saturday School 4 hours |
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Dress/Physical Appearance Violation |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Change clothes, parent
contact Saturday School 2 hours Saturday School 4 hours |
|
Board
Policy 504.1 |
Insubordination/ Disrespect to Staff |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
ISS or ISS/OSS 1-3 days/ Saturday
school ISS/OSS 3-5 days/ Saturday
school |
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Public Display of Affection |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Lunch detention, parent
contact Saturday school 2 hours Saturday school 4 hours |
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Theft |
1st Offense 2nd Offense |
SRO, ISS/OSS SRO, |
|
|
Failure to identify self to staff member |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Lunch detention Saturday school 2 hours Saturday school 4 hours |
|
|
Wheels on campus |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Lunch detention Confiscated until end of
day/ parent pick up Saturday school 4 hours, loss
of privilege |
|
|
Vandalism |
1st Offense |
SRO, ISS/OSS, fees to cover
cost of damage |
|
|
Littering |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
Lunch detention, parent
contact, reflection in writing Saturday School 2 hours Saturday School 4 hours |
|
|
Off Campus |
1st Offense 2nd Offense |
5 days lunch detention,
step on truancy 4 hours Saturday school,
step on truancy |
Revised
2009/2010
- The preceding
discipline guidelines will be used at the discretion of the school
administration when decisions are made regarding individual incidents.
- These guidelines
pertain to incidents which occur at school, going to or from school,
during lunch period, and during or while going to or coming from a school
sponsored activity such as school-sponsored dances including homecoming
and prom, Bulldog athletic events, performing arts events, senior
activities including graduation.
We believe all students are entitled to an opportunity to receive a quality education in a safe and supportive environment and no one has the right to interfere in that process. We have created an environment where students can learn to become responsible for their own behaviors by posting, teaching, and modeling clear and consistent expectations at SHS. Our goal is to encourage students to become more responsible for themselves by allowing them to make choices based upon known expectations and consequences, and to accept the consequences of those actions. Students are expected to complete a Behavior Review when a discipline problem occurs. By requiring students to take an active role in reflection, analysis, and proactive planning for responsible behavior, we are able to work with students to provide opportunities for learning and growth. The staff recognizes that students are still in a learning process and are committed to teaching behaviors that will lead them to success. This consistent, systematic approach ensures each student feels comfortable and safe in the school environment. The result is the development of self-discipline and self-responsibility, leading to greater self-confidence and success for all students.
The following is the school-wide plan. Administrative
review will always determine the final consequences.
SCHOOL-WIDE EXPECTATIONS:
- Be at school and on time every day.
- Remove hats before entering classrooms.
- Turn off and put away all Cell phones and other electronic equipment before entering classrooms.
- Excel academically.
- Take responsibility for your own actions.
- Display safe, kind, and respectful behavior toward students, staff, and our building.
- Show good sportsmanship at school activities and events.
School-wide Remediation Steps FOR DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES:
If classroom expectations are not met the following steps will be taken:
1. Verbal discussion with the teacher. Teacher will reinforce school/classroom expectations.
2. Student must fill out a Behavior Review form to reflect, analyze, and plan how to approach the problem situation differently in the future. Student will be sent to the office for determination of consequences.
3. Student will be referred to Administration for recurring behavior. Consequences may include: ISS, Lunch Detention, School Service hours, and/or Out of School Suspension (OSS). Parent contact will be made by the Administrator. Parent Conferences will be held as needed.
4. The final step is an Administrative Hearing. This is the highest level of disciplinary action. At an Administrative Hearing, the hearing officer (SHS Administrator or LPOSD Assistant Administrator) will listen to information from all persons present and decide on one of the following courses of action:
a) Reinstate the student with a signed contractual agreement. The contract will clearly state behavioral expectations for the student and consequences for noncompliance.
b) Refer the student’s case to the School Board for possible expulsion.
Students
assigned ISS, Lunch Detention, and
Severe discipline concerns (being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, physical altercations, severe harassment, or recurring behavior) will be sent directly to one of the Administrators.
Suspension iNFORMATION:
Situations that may require immediate suspension include, but are not limited to, direct insubordination, physical assault and battery, violation of the LPOSD #84 Drug and Alcohol Policy, violation of the LPOSD #84 Weapons Policy, and violation of the LPOSD #84 Harassment Policy.
Students are granted Due Process Rights before a suspension is invoked:
- Prior to suspending a student, the Principal or Superintendent will grant an informal hearing on the reasons for the suspension and must also give the student the opportunity to challenge those reasons.
- The Principal may temporarily suspend any student for disciplinary reasons or for other conduct that is disruptive or interferes with the effectiveness of the school. The Superintendent and the Board may extend the suspension.
- If the student’s presence at school poses a safety threat, or if the student must otherwise be immediately removed from school, the informal hearing will be scheduled as soon as practical.
- Notice of the disciplinary action will be provided to the parent.
WEAPONS POLICY #504.6
Please click LPOSD #84 Weapons Policy for complete details of district policy.
DRUG/ALCOHOL/TOBACCO POLICY #504.7
Please click LPOSD #84 Drug and Alcohol Policy for complete details of district policy.
HARASSMENT POLICY #504.1
Please click LPOSD #84 Harassment Policy for complete details of district policy.
ACCEPTABLE USE (TECHNOLOGY) BY STUDENTS POLICY #803.5
Please click here Technology for details on board policy, student user agreements and student technology information packet.
Student Handbook subject to board approval at time of publication