Dear Student,
The Lenox Memorial High School Student Handbook provides you with important information concerning our academic program, Code of Conduct, student activities, Athletic Code, and a variety of other topics related to your school experience.
All students are required to sign and return to the office the last page of the handbook. Your signature indicates that you have received the handbook and that you are specifically aware of the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct.
We have many reasons to be proud of our academic, artistic, and athletic accomplishments. Our small size allows us to know one another more closely and to develop a kind and caring social atmosphere unique to Lenox.
The pride, dedication, and spirit shown among our students, teachers, and staff are all ingredients of an excellent school. Let's all work together to be the best!
Sincerely,
Bruce M. Walker
Principal
Parent & School Communication
Parents are encouraged to play an active role in the educational process. Formal events such as Back to School Night and Parent/Teacher Conferences are excellent opportunities for parents to become familiar with school routines and to communicate with your son/daughter’s teachers. If you have a question about the schedule, career or college planning, or concerns about your daughter/son’s social or emotional well being, please contact your child’s guidance counselor. Should any classroom concern or question arise, please contact the appropriate teacher first. Usually all difficulties can be resolved in this manner, and School Committee policy requires that teachers be contacted first. The department chairs, guidance counselors, assistant principal, and principal are available for help if the concerns cannot be resolved.
We also have a ninth grade teaching team similar to the teams in the middle school. The team meets twice per week and is available to meet with parents of ninth graders by appointment. Parents wishing to meet with the team may do so by calling ninth grade guidance counselor, Nanette Spoehr.
Report cards are sent home four times per year. Progress reports called “Interims” are mailed
home on an as-needed basis mid way between report cards. Parents who wish to
have notification that an interim report is being sent must call the guidance
office and provide an E-mail address. Parents are invited to meet teachers and
to go through their daughter/son’s schedule on Back to School Night that is
usually scheduled a few weeks after the opening of school in September.
Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled in November and are arranged by
calling the school for an appointment.
You may reach anyone at school by calling 637-5560, and you may access
voicemail through the receptionist. E-mail addresses are available for
individual teachers (please see staff directory in the front of this book). You
may also stay up-to-date with most school events by visiting our website at www.lenoxps.org. We also use an automated
calling system to inform parents of school closings and other announcements.
Appropriate Attire
Students at LMMHS
are expected to dress appropriately for school and school-sponsored activities.
A student’s dress should show the respect that we encourage for self and
others. Therefore, to that end, a student’s clothing is not to expose
underwear, buttocks, breasts (or cleavage), navels; depict violence; gang
membership or promotion; promote illegal activities; contain profanity or
pornographic material; or cause disruption or disorder. Clothing that obstructs
the identity of an individual (i.e.: hoods) will not be allowed.
Students will be
asked to change their clothing if it falls into any of the above categories. A
first offense will be considered a minor infraction of school rules. However,
repeated offenses or a refusal to change inappropriate clothing will result in
suspension.
Daily Schedule
Students should report to their first period class between 7:35 and 7:40 a.m. First period class begins at 7:45 a.m. and also serves as a "homeroom" where attendance is taken and the daily bulletin is read. The school day is divided into seven periods plus a 30 minute lunch period. The school day ends at 2:24 p.m. School days rotate in a six-day cycle with days labeled as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. Most classes meet daily, some meet every other day, while others, such as science labs, meet two days in the six-day cycle. For example, a class scheduled to meet every other day would meet on “1-3-5” or “2-4-6” days and a lab scheduled for two days in the six-day cycle might meet on 1 and 5 days.
Late
Bus
A late bus is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays to students who stay for extra help or participate in an after school activity. The bus leaves at approximately 3:40 p.m. and runs to the sections of town needed on a particular day. There is no late bus on half-days.
Homeroom 7:45 – 7:47 (Students have homeroom in their 1st period class)
Period A 7:47 – 8:36
Pass 8:36 – 8:40
Period B 8:40 – 9:29
Pass 9:29 – 9:33
Period C 9:33 – 10:22
1st Lunch 10:22 – 10:52
Period D 10:56 – 11:45
Period E 11:49 – 12:38
Period D 10:26 – 11:15
2nd Lunch 11:15 – 11:45
Period E 11:49 – 12:38
Period D 10:26 – 11:15
Period E 11:19 – 12:08
3rd Lunch 12:08 – 12:38
Pass 12:38 – 12:42
Period F 12:42 – 1:31
Pass 1:31 – 1:35
Period G 1:35 – 2:24
School Cancellation and Delayed Opening
Due to inclement weather or other emergencies, school may either open after the normal 7:45 a.m. starting time or be canceled for the day. Notice of delayed opening or cancellation will be announced using the school’s automated calling system, local TV broadcast stations channels 6, 10, 13, Capital News 9, most local radio stations including WBEC (105.5), WUPE (95.9 FM, 1110 AM), WSBS (860 AM), and WBRK (101.7 FM, 1340 AM). Delayed openings count as full school days; however, cancellations must be made up at the end of the school year.
School Safety
Visitors
All visitors to the school must enter through the main entrance and report to the main office to sign in and obtain a visitor’s badge, which must be worn at all times. Visitors who do not report to the main office may be subject to a charge of illegal trespass.
Student
Guests
Student guests may be permitted on a limited basis. The guest and their student host must each have written parental consent and must obtain the written consent of the assistant principal at least two days prior to the visit. Guests must adhere to all school rules and regulations. Students applying to Lenox under the provisions of "school choice" must make an appointment for their visit through the guidance office by calling 637-5560.
Building
Evacuation
From time to time the building is evacuated either for a practice drill or for an actual emergency. Students should become familiar with the fire exit instructions that are posted in every classroom. The signal for evacuating the building is a loud alarm that is used only for this purpose. When outside, students should stay with their class and teacher. The teacher will take attendance. Students should walk with their class to the parking lot and remain clear of fire lanes. Students should not get into cars unless specifically instructed to do so. Students using other exits should remain 100 feet from the building. If alternative evacuation procedures are required, specific instructions will be announced over the intercom.
For reasons of safety and communication of instructions, it is very important to remain quiet and orderly. Failure to adhere to school rules during building evacuations will be considered a major infraction of school rules.
Building Lockdown
A lockdown would be used in the event that a dangerous person has entered the school or is on school property. While this is not likely to happen, it is important that we all know how to respond if it should happen. A lockdown would be announced on the school’s intercom system. A lockdown requires that classrooms be locked, shades pulled down, and students sitting on the floor away from windows. Students will also be given specific instructions by the teacher on what to do when a lockdown is announced.
Attendance/Tardy Policies
A clear, positive relationship exists between good school attendance and high academic achievement. The learning experiences that take place in the classroom are a meaningful and essential part of the educational process. It simply is not possible to "make up" everything that is lost when a day of school is missed. Developing good attendance and work habits are strong components of overall preparation for employment and higher education. Most of all, your education in Lenox is the opportunity of a lifetime. (See also page 31, Federal & State Regulations)
Parent
Procedure for Student Unplanned Absence
If your son/daughter is absent from school, please do the following:
1) Call the school at 637-5560 before 9:00 a.m. An answering machine will be in use for calls before 7:30 a.m.
2) Indicate your student's name, grade level, date(s) of absence and the reason for the absence. Your call will be logged and placed in your student's file.
· If it is an extended illness, please state so as soon as that is known.
· Other than a known extended illness, the school must be contacted each day a student is out of school.
Attendance
Responsibilities
The compulsory school attendance law in
It is sometimes unavoidable to be tardy or absent from school. Parents are discouraged from scheduling vacations while school is in session. Legitimate reasons for being absent or tardy may include:
illness serious family emergencies
religious observances college visits
required court appearance
Many times an absence or tardiness is avoidable. Examples of excuses for being tardy or absent that are not legitimate include:
holiday shopping working on homework
hair appointments being tired
forgetting books taking care of a pet
Excused
Absence
An absence is considered excused when the parent/legal guardian contacts the school and provides a legitimate excuse for the absence. Contact with the school should be made in accordance with the "Parent Procedure for Student Absence” stated previously.
Work
Missed for Excused Absences
Students
whose absences are excused have the right to make up tests and as much
classroom work missed as each teacher deems essential. It is the student's
responsibility to schedule makeup arrangements with each of his/her teachers. Work missed due to one or two absences should
be made up within two school days. Work missed due to longer absences should be
made up within five days. With the written consent of the teacher, further
extension may be granted if, in the opinion of the teacher, the complexity
and/or quantity of work missed requires extended time
for completion. Parents should discuss
extenuating circumstances with the nurse and/or guidance counselor. In no case
will an extension exceed 20 school days from the date the student returns to
school.
Arrangements for makeup work will take place either before or after
school or at such time prescribed by individual teachers. While our teachers
try to accommodate extended absences as best they can, they cannot re-teach all
the missed classes. In some cases, missed science labs may not be possible to
make up due to the complexity of the lab set-up required for completion.
The burden of making up missed school work lies with the student and must be completed within the allocated time frame. Students who are absent from school as a result of short-term out-of-school suspension are responsible for getting assignments, textbooks, and other school supplies from classmates.
Parents must notify the Principal in writing at
least one week in advance for planned absence(s), and all work missed must be
made up in accordance with the requirements stated above for work missed due to
excused absence(s). Parents are discouraged from scheduling vacations
while school is in session.
Unexcused
Absence
An unexcused absence is defined as an absence that does not fall within the description of an excused absence. An unexcused absence is considered a major infraction of school rules and will result in one or more days of either in-school or out-of-school suspension. Students missing tests and other classroom work due to unexcused absence(s) may lose their right to make up work missed as a result of such absence(s). Repeated unexcused absences of a student under the age of 16 violates Massachusetts compulsory school attendance laws and, in addition to school imposed penalties, will result in referral to the appropriate legal authority.
Morning
Tardiness
Students are required to arrive to their first period (homeroom) class between 7:35 and 7:40 a.m. Failure to arrive in class by 7:45 a.m. constitutes tardiness. Students who are tardy must report first to the office to obtain a pass to their scheduled class. If a student arrives at school after 7:45 a.m., s/he must have a note from her/his parent/legal guardian on the same day that provides an acceptable excuse for the tardiness. Morning emergencies occurring on the way to school will require a note on the following day. The note must be delivered to the main office and a pass obtained prior to entering class. If a student is tardy without a note from his/her parent/guardian, the tardy is considered unexcused and the student will be assigned to an after school detention.
A student may have a maximum of four excused instances of tardiness in any one marking period. Further instances of tardiness will result in being assigned to after school detention. Students begin with a “clean slate” at the start of the next marking period. A student who has a medical condition supported by a letter from their physician that prevents the student from arriving to school on time will not be assigned detention.
Classroom
Tardiness
Students should arrive to class on time. Students who fail to reach their next period class during the allotted four-minute passing period without a pass are tardy and subject to either teacher-assigned or office-assigned detention. Students will be given 24-hour notice of such detention.
Care of Personal and/or School Property
It is the student's responsibility at all times and in all situations to protect his or her property and school property placed in his or her charge. Generally, students should not bring extra money or other valuables to school. If a student must have a large sum of money or an item of value while in school, s/he should deposit such item(s) in the office during school hours. Students should keep their lockers locked at all times. Carelessness, including that of friends who know the combination, is the most frequent cause of a loss of property. All equipment, books, etc., should be marked with the student's name. Report all losses to the office immediately. Students are expected to treat school property with care and respect. Students will be held responsible for any damage or vandalism of books, desks, calculators, or other school property in their care.
Lockers
Lockers should be used to temporarily store coats, books, and other school supplies, and provide a good alternative to carrying everything around in a bookbag. Health experts strongly suggest that students not carry more than 10% of their body weight in backpacks. Students are assigned both hallway lockers and gym lockers. All lockers have combination locks, and students should keep their lockers locked at all times. Valuables should not be stored in lockers. LOCKERS ARE SCHOOL PROPERTY AND ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH BY SCHOOL OFFICIALS WITHOUT WARNING.
Computer System and Internet
Rules and Guidelines
The supervised use of computers and other technologies is available to Lenox Memorial students to advance education and research in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of our school. Computers are school property and are subject to search by school officials without warning. No student should have any expectation of privacy while using LMMHS technology. The school reserves the right to access, review, copy, delete, monitor, and disclose all messages and files on its computer system, as well as review, monitor, and disclose internet usage if necessary and appropriate. All communication, including text and images, can be disclosed to law enforcement or other third parties without prior consent of the sender or receiver.
All aspects of the Code of Conduct concerning one’s personal conduct apply while using computers, the Internet or any other technology. The Massachusetts Computer Crimes Statute specifies that unauthorized access to or tampering with computer files is a violation of State law. Students will also be held financially responsible for the repair of any damage resulting from the misuse/vandalism of computers.
Lenox Memorial may issue individual computer/e-mail accounts to students in accordance with the following rules and guidelines:
· Computers are for school-related research, and students may not use them to play games. A reasonable time limit on use may be imposed when computers are in demand.
· Computer and e-mail accounts may be used only by the authorized owner of the account to advance education and research.
· There is a zero tolerance policy on physical abuse and vandalism of the computer systems
· Sending annoying, obscene, libelous, or slanderous messages is specifically prohibited.
· Threats or harassment sent by e-mail may constitute illegal acts punishable by law.
· The Internet is not a secure medium, and you should not assume confidentiality.
· Students should check e-mail daily.
· Computer users must respect copyright laws and licensing agreements pertaining to material entered into and obtained via the computer system.
The following uses of the computer systems and the Internet are prohibited:
· Use of the Internet for commercial purposes, including personal shopping, or advertising.
· Downloading, copying, or installing of any files (including music, software, games, graphics, etc.) is prohibited.
· Accessing web-based e-mail/IM services such as Yahoo, MSN, Hotmail, etc.
· Accessing or attempting to access internet sites that promote and/or offer a means to cheat or plagiarize. Such action is also contrary to our expectations for academic integrity.
After or before school use of computers (including library computers) is subject to all of the rules stated above. Additional computer system and Internet rules and guidelines may be issued from time to time to protect the computer systems or to enhance effective use. Such rules and guidelines will become effective upon issuance and notice to the students.
Student-Owned Computers
Students may have the privilege of using a personally owned computing device on school grounds given the following conditions:
- The school is not responsible for any damage, loss or theft of student-owned equipment.
- The students must submit a student computer permission form signed by their parent/guardian. See the District Technology Coordinator (Mr. Jackson) to obtain the required form.
- Student-owned computers are not permitted for use in classrooms except by specific permission of the teacher on an as-needed basis.
- The privilege of using a student-owned computer may be revoked at any time by the school administration and/or the District Technology Coordinator (Mr. Jackson)
- Any student-owned computing device on school grounds is subject to search and / or confiscation by school officials.
- A student must surrender any passwords to his/her computer upon request of school officials.
- In order to be granted access to the school network, a student must register the device with the District Technology Coordinator (Mr. Jackson). A thorough search of the device may occur at that time. (Access points will be limited to specific areas, with no guarantee of service.)
- Rules of acceptable behavior are the same for both student-owned and school-owned equipment. Non-academic uses are not allowed.
- Students may not connect to any network other than one that is designated for student use. These will be identified with the prefix “Student-AP”.
- The student agrees not to connect to any other networks or access the internet by any other means.
- To best protect the school and other students, the student agrees to keep current virus prevention software licensed and installed on their computer at all times.
Please refer to page 10 in the Code of Conduct for specific consequences for misuse/vandalism of computers.
Artwork by Tiana Birrell, Class of 2007
Student Services
Guidance
The guidance office plays a very active role in the preparation for the new school year. We look forward to welcoming our new students, and we wish to help in any way we can to make the transition period comfortable and happy. As the school year progresses, the guidance counselor continues to be available to both students and parents. At any point, if questions or concerns arise about the schedule, career or college planning, or about social/emotional well being, please feel free to call or come in. The counselor monitors the progress of all students during the year and will call, write, or E-mail to parents if a conference is needed.
School
Adjustment Counseling
Students and parents may request school adjustment counseling services when a student is experiencing personal, academic, or family distress. The goal of the program is to support school achievement and positive relationships while encouraging effective communication, problem solving, and self-esteem. Individual, group, and family counseling is available at school or referral to community-based social service professionals can be provided. If a student needs to meet with a school adjustment counselor more than three times, then parent permission is necessary. However, parents will be notified immediately in cases where a student’s safety is at risk.
A school adjustment counselor (SAC) is a licensed independent clinical social worker. School adjustment counseling may be arranged by speaking with a guidance counselor or by direct contact with the school adjustment counselor.
Extra
Help
Most students will need extra assistance with one or more of their courses at some time or another. One of the best ways to get help is for the student to see a teacher before or after school. The student should first check the teacher’s posted availability for extra help and then talk with the teacher to select a specific day to come back for help. Another good way to get help is from a peer tutor. A peer tutor is usually a high school student who is volunteering his/her time to help other students with their schoolwork. Peer tutors are arranged through the guidance office. National Honor Society students may also be available for tutoring. Please check with the Guidance Office for more information.
The Learning Lab is also available to students who need help organizing their work or improving their study habits. Students may make an appointment to drop by the Learning Lab during their study hall. Students who have a diagnosed learning disability and who attend the Learning Lab as part of their schedule have priority over others who drop by during study time. See page 32 for more information about assistance for students with disabilities.
Health
Services
Students at Lenox Memorial have a full-time nurse available during the school day for drop-in visits and emergency first aid. Regular services include hearing, vision, scoliosis, height and weight screenings, individual health counseling, and administration of medications. State law and School Committee policy requires all seventh and eleventh graders and all students who wish to try out for an athletic team to have a physical exam.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health requires (105 CMR 220.000) the following immunizations for all students entering grade 7:
- 2nd MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
- Hepatitis B (series 3 immunizations in a 6-month period)
- Tetanus Booster (within 5 years)
- Varicella (chicken pox) MD certification that student has had the disease or vaccination is required.
Under special circumstances, medical or religious exemptions may be obtained. However, personal or philosophical exemptions are not acceptable.
At times, a student may be too ill to attend school. As a general guideline, students should stay home if they have nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or an elevated temperature. A student should be free of such conditions for twenty-four hours before returning to school. A student who is out of school for more than five consecutive days must have a note from a doctor prior to return. The nurse may excuse a student from participation in physical education class upon the request of either the student or parent. The nurse may require a doctor’s note if the student either has multiple requests for exclusion or needs extended absence from physical education.
The Lenox Public School System has a medication policy that insures student safety and adherence to good nursing practice. In order for the school to administer an over- the-counter medication (such as aspirin, Tylenol, etc.) a medication authorization form signed by both the parent and physician must be on file. In order for the school to administer a prescription medication, both parent and physician, on an annual basis, must sign a medication authorization form. Medication authorization forms may be obtained from the nurse. Students are not permitted to carry their own medications except in special circumstances approved by a physician and coordinated by the nurse and parent. Please feel free to contact the nurse with any questions about this policy.
Substance
Abuse Counselor
A substance abuse counselor is available on location daily to meet with students and/or families for assistance with substance abuse or smoking cessation. Students may make individual appointments through the guidance office or parents may make an appointment by calling the guidance office at 637-5560.
School
Resource Officer
The School Resource Officer (SRO) provides assistance to students, parents, and teachers on legal issues, fosters a positive relationship with the Police Department, and assists with maintaining a safe school environment. Teachers may use the Resource Officer for assistance with topics such as law and heath education. The Resource Officer is also available to meet with parents and students for advice and counseling on a variety of questions or concerns related to the law. The School Resource Officer has a mailbox at school and a posted schedule in the main office and cafeteria.
School
Library Media
Center
The
The library is available to all students during and after school. After school library hours are considered an extension of the school day and all school rules will continue to apply to after school hours. Monday through Thursday the library is open until 3:30. On Fridays the library closes at 3:00. On the first Monday of the month the library closes at 2:30 p.m. for faculty meetings. Students who use the library during class visits or on a individual basis are expected to remain in the library with work to do. No food or drink is allowed in the library. The following rules apply:
- Students must remain in the library for the entire class period. All needed materials should be brought to the library to avoid hall passes.
- Students in study halls must have attendance taken and have their name placed on the library pass before leaving the study for the library. Students should use the library for research, reading, or other assigned work in a quiet atmosphere. Students who use the library for other reasons may be asked to leave.
- Library computers are for school-related research, and students may not use them to play games. A reasonable time limit on use may be imposed when computers are in demand.
- First priority is given to class visits arranged by teachers. Library closings will be posted on the library and study hall doors. Students who have impending assignments should check the bulletin board for notice of library closings and also with library staff to make alternate arrangements.
- Students in grade 12 may sign into the library after attendance in study. Students must sign in for themselves only.
- Students may not go to the library during their lunch period without the specific consent of the librarian.
Students who violate library rules will be asked to either return to the assigned study hall or to the office at the discretion of the librarian. Repeated failure to follow rules will result in a loss of library privileges.
Because students and faculty share all library resources, prompt return of all materials is required. All students are assigned a patron number that allows for the borrowing of books, vertical file materials, and audio-visual resources. All items must be checked out at the circulation desk. Overdue notices will be sent to English teachers for grades 6 -10. Grades 11 and 12 will have notices sent to their first period academic class. All students are responsible for the return of materials. Failure to return library materials will be considered an infraction of school rules and may result in the loss of school privileges. Replacement costs for lost or damaged items will be the responsibility of the student.
Guided Study
Most
students in grades 9-12 will have an assigned guided study as part of their
daily schedule. Students are expected to
be quiet and productive in guided study and to use the time to complete
assignments, prepare for tests, etc.
Food, music and games are not allowed at any time for any reason. Various teachers will be available (depending
on their assigned duty period) to help students with course work. Students may also use the library if they
obtain an appropriate pass. Students may
also use their guided study time to see a counselor or nurse on an appointment
basis.
STUDENT USE AND PARKING OF MOTOR VEHICLES
PATROLS,
INSPECTION AND SEARCHES
I. Purpose
The purpose of this policy
is to provide guidelines for use and parking of motor vehicles by students in
the
II. General Statement of Policy
It is the policy of the Lenox Public Schools to allow limited use and parking of motor vehicles by
students in school system locations. It is the position of the school system that a fair and equitable
system-wide student motor vehicle policy will contribute to the quality of the student’s
educational experience, will maintain order and discipline in the schools, and will protect the
health, safety and welfare of students and school personnel. This policy applies to all students in
the school system.
III. Definitions
- “Contraband” means any unauthorized item possession of which is prohibited by school district policy. It includes, but is not limited to weapons and “look-alikes,” alcoholic beverages, controlled substances and “look-alikes.”
- “Reasonable suspicion” means that a school official has grounds to believe that the search will result in evidence of a violation of school district policy, rules, and/or law. Reasonable suspicion may be based on a school official’s personal observations, a report from a student, parent or staff member, a student’s suspicious behavior, a student’s age and past history or record of conduct both in and out of the school context, or other reliable sources of information.
- “Reasonable scope” means that the scope and/or intrusiveness of the search is reasonably related to the objectives of the search. Factors to consider in determining what is reasonable include the seriousness of the suspected infraction, the reliability of the information, the necessity of acting without delay, the existence of exigent circumstances necessitating an immediate search and further investigation (e.g. to prevent violence, serious and immediate risk of harm or destruction of evidence), and the age of the student.
- “School system location” means property that is owned, rented, leased or borrowed by the school system for school purposes, as well as property immediately adjacent to such property that may be used for parking or gaining access to such property.
IV. Student Use of Motor Vehicles in School System Locations
Students may use motor vehicles on the high school campus only at times designated by the
school administration or at the end of their school day.
V. Student Parking of Motor Vehicles in School System Locations
Students are permitted to park in a school system location as a matter of privilege, not of right.
Students driving a motor vehicle to the high school may park the motor vehicle in the parking lot
designated for student parking only. Students will not park vehicles in driveways, on private
property, or in other designated areas, e.g. parking lots designed for use only by staff or by the
general public.
VI. Patrols, Inspections and Searches
- Patrols and Inspections: School officials may conduct routine patrols of student parking lots and other school district locations and routine inspections of the exteriors of the motor vehicles of students. Such patrols and inspections may be conducted without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant.
- Search of Interior Student Motor Vehicle: The interiors of motor vehicles of students in school system locations, including glove or trunk compartments, may be searched when school officials have a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover a violation of law and/or school policy or rule. The search will be reasonable in its scope and intrusiveness. Such searches may be conducted without notice, without consent and without a search warrant. A student will be subject to withdrawal of parking privileges and to discipline if the student refuses to open a locked motor vehicle under the student’s control or its compartments upon the request of a school official.
- Prohibition
of Contraband and Interference with Patrols, Inspections, Searches and/or
Seizures: It shall be a
violation of this policy for students to store or carry contraband in
motor vehicles in a school system location or to interfere with patrols,
inspections, searches and/or seizures as provided by this policy.
- Seizure
of Contraband: If a search
yields contraband, school officials will seize the item and may turn it
over to legal officials for ultimate disposition when appropriate.
VII. Directives and Guidelines
The Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee is granted authority to develop reasonable
directives and guidelines which address specific needs of the school systems related to student use
and parking of motor vehicles in school system locations, such as a permit system and parking
regulations.
VIII. Parking Fee/Permit System
Students will be allowed to park their cars only in designated student parking lots after a parking
permit has been obtained from the school administration. The district reserves the right to charge
a reasonable fee for student parking.
IX. Violations
A student found to have violated this policy and/or the directives and guidelines implementing it
shall be subject to withdrawal of parking privileges and/or to discipline in accordance with the
school system’s Student Discipline Policy, which may include suspension, exclusion, or
expulsion. In addition, the student may be referred to legal officials when appropriate. Students who engage in unsafe driving may lose their parking permit and be subject to police referral.
Artwork by Molly Nugent, Class of 2007
Academic Program Information
Graduation
Requirements
Students may graduate from
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Subjects |
Credits |
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English |
20 |
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Math |
15 |
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Science |
15 |
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Social Studies |
15 |
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Language |
5 |
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Arts |
2.5 |
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Technology |
2.5 |
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P.E./Health |
10 |
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Non-Elective |
85 |
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Elective |
35 |
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Total Credits Required |
120 |
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