La
2008-2009
Student Planner
And Handbook
La Center High School 2008 - 2009
Student Handbook
RIGHTS OF STUDENTS
In addition to the
rights established by law, each student of the La
- No
student shall be unlawfully denied an equal educational opportunity, or be
unlawfully discriminated against because of national origin, race,
religion, economic status, sex, pregnancy, marital status, or handicap.
- All
students possess the constitutional rights to freedom of speech and press,
to peaceably assemble, and to petition the administration or government
for a review and/or correction of grievances, subject to reasonable
limitations as to time, place, and manner of exercising such rights.
- All
students possess the right to be secure in their persons, papers, and
effects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
- All
students shall have the right to be free from unlawful interference in
their pursuit of an education while at school.
- No
student shall be deprived of equal educational opportunity, in whole or in
part, by the school district without due process of law.
Rights afforded parents and students over 18 years of age
(“eligible students”) under Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
with respect to the student’s education records:
1)
Right to inspect and review student’s education
records within 45 days of the day the district receives a request for access.
2)
Right to request amendment to the student’s
education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate
or misleading.
3)
Right to consent to disclosures of personally
identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except
to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
4)
Right to file a complaint with the US Department of
Education concerning alleged failures by the district to comply with the
requirements of FERPA.
RESPONSIBILITY OF STUDENTS
All
students who attend La Center District schools shall comply with the written
policies, rules and regulations of the schools, shall pursue the required
course of studies, and shall submit to the authority of staff of the schools,
subject to such corrective action or punishment as the school officials shall
determine.
Student responsibilities for
achieving a positive learning environment at school or school-related
activities shall include (not in order of priority):
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Attending all classes, daily and on time;
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Being prepared for each class with appropriate
materials and assignments;
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Being properly attired; please refer to the dress and
appearance section in general information.
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Exhibiting respect toward others;
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Conducting themselves in a responsible manner;
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Paying required fees and fines, unless they are
waived;
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Refraining from violations of the code of student
conduct;
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Obeying all school rules, including safety rules;
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Seeking changes in school policies and regulations in
an orderly and responsible manner through appropriate channels;
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Cooperating with staff in investigation of
disciplinary cases and volunteering information when the student has knowledge
relating to a serious offense; and
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Conveying information to their parents about academic
and extracurricular requirements, school policies, and the student's progress
(including progress reports).
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Treat guests at LCHS with courtesy and respect
GENERAL INFORMATION
ASB Cards
Students may purchase an
ASB card at the beginning of each school year for $15.00. These cards will
permit free admission to all regularly scheduled home athletic contests. You
will not be allowed free admission without showing your ASB card at the gate.
Replacement ASB cards can be purchased in the high school office as well.
Class Fines and Fees:
Some courses require a
fee for materials and can range in price from $7.50 - $30.00 per year.
An appropriate fee/fine will be assessed for lost or
damaged textbooks. Such fee/fine will take into consideration the
cost of replacement and/or repair of the book.
Computer Application, Art construction, Advanced Art
Construction, Drawing and Painting, Sewing/Personal Choices, Cultural Foods, Concert
Band and Vocal, Independent Living/Interior Design, Welding I, Welding II, CADD
Architectural Drafting, Small Engines, Wood Art, Wood/Leather Carving, Metal
Working I, Metal Working II, Metal Art/Welding Sculpture, Wood Tech I, Wood
Tech II and Digital Photography.
Cell phone/
Pagers/Electronic devices
Use of cell phones, pagers,
ipods, or any other electronic device are prohibited in the
classroom or during class time. Students whose cell phones or electronic device
are seen in the classroom or during class time will have them confiscated and
returned at the end of the day. A second offense will require that the
student’s parent pick up the confiscated item. The third offense will result in
a suspension and may require that the student’s item be confiscated for the
remainder of the school year. Using a camera phone on campus for inappropriate
picture taking may result in that phone being confiscated and returned at the
end of the school year and possible disciplinary action.
Class changes
Student initiated class
changes will be confined to a short period of time after the beginning of each
semester (usually 5 days). A detailed process involving the parent, the teacher
to be dropped, the teacher to be added, and the principal’s and counselor’s
approval must be followed.
Closed Campus
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It is very helpful when
students report to the principal if they see people on campus who do not
belong. The safety of our students is our highest priority.
Dance Guidelines
All school rules and
regulations apply at dances. The faculty advisor of the group sponsoring the
dance is responsible for the supervision of the dance. Students must obtain a
guest pass for all non LCHS guests prior to the dance date for the principal’s
approval. Any person leaving a dance will not be able to re-enter the activity
and must leave the school grounds immediately.
Dress and Appearance
Dress or appearance that
has the potential for causing disruption is not permitted. The principal or his
designee will have the final decision as to the potential for disruption at
school and the requirement that the attire be changed. Any attire which exposes
a student's midriff is not permitted. "Tube" tops,
halter tops and tank tops with straps narrower than 1" are not allowed.
Any clothing with excessive holes or holes in revealing locations are not
permitted. Shorts are permitted, but may be no shorter than the extended reach
of the student. Any attire that advertises or promotes alcohol, tobacco, or
illegal drugs or has profanity, vulgarity, sexual innuendo or depiction is not
considered appropriate for school. Any pants that are worn low enough to be
revealing are not appropriate. Students who are wearing inappropriate attire
and do not have appropriate attire available at school may be sent home to
change. Repeated incidents of wearing inappropriate attire will result in
disciplinary action. In the interest of
good hygiene and safety, proper footwear, (shoes) shall be worn at all times.
Early
Dismissal/ Late Arrival
Students who must leave school early
for an excused absence are required to sign out in the office prior to leaving
campus. If a student is checking in after school has begun they are required to
sign in upon arriving to school.
Emancipated
Students
Conditions have been
established relative to 18 year old students having authority to write excuses
for attendance. To have authority to write his/her excuses for attendance, an
18 year old student must be an emancipated adult. An emancipated adult is one:
1. Whose
parent has verified that they will not claim the student on their current
income tax forms, and that the student is living on their own.
2. Who
has been legally emancipated from parent/guardian through the court. Proof of emancipation rests with the parent/guardian
and student.
Fire
Drills
Fire drills are held each
month in accordance with state requirements.
They are for everyone’s safety and students are expected to treat them
accordingly.
High School
Students on the Middle School/ Elementary Campus
High School students are
not permitted on the Middle School/ Elementary School campus without permission
of the principals of those buildings. If you ride the bus, you are required to
go directly from the shuttle to your route bus. If it is necessary for you to
meet a younger brother or sister on that campus, your parents must write a note
and it needs to be given to that campus principal for approval.
Illness at School
If a student becomes ill
while at school, he or she must report to the office. Arrangements will be made
by the school secretary for the student to either go home or to the health
room. As this room serves only a limited number of students, students may only
remain there for one hour and then must return to class or go home. Parents
should provide the school with phone numbers where they, or another adult
having their approval, can be notified if a student should need to go home.
Items not Allowed
Skateboards,
water toys (squirt guns, water balloons), LASER pointers, lighters, knives,
weapons, flammable materials. Items of this nature are
potentially disruptive and/or dangerous and not allowed on campus. Items will
be confiscated and disciplinary action imposed if warranted. Staff members are
required to confiscate items not allowed and deliver them to the office.
Students are required to give items to staff members when directed. Failure to
do so will result in disciplinary action for insubordination.
Lockers
and Locks
Lockers will be assigned
during registration to those that desire. Lockers should be secured at all
times. The school carries no insurance for lost or stolen items and is not
responsible for lost or stolen items. Students will remain in their assigned
lockers. Changes in locker assignments must have the approval of an
administrator. Students will be responsible for damage to their assigned
locker. P.E. lockers will be assigned during class time. Students should secure
their P.E. lockers with a lock at all times.
Lunch
Students will line up in an
orderly fashion, with no pushing, shoving, and no cutting in line. Throwing food, utensils or garbage in the
lunchroom is considered serious misconduct which may warrant suspension of lunch
privileges and possibly suspension from school. Students may not leave campus
during lunch. No students are allowed in the hallways during lunch times.
Medication at
School
Students who need to take
medication during school hours must have parents take the medication to the
office in the original container with written authorization from a licensed
physician or dentist. Pills must be counted in front of an office staff member
and both parent and staff member must sign medication admission form. Students who
use inhalers must carry with them written permission and doctor’s instructions for use of the
medication; a copy also must be on file in the office.
Participation in
Extracurricular Activities
Students must be in
attendance for all classes to be eligible to participate in extracurricular
activities (practice or competition). Students who are absent due to
medical/dental appointments, or family emergencies must excuse the absence upon
returning to school.
Petitions/
Soliciting
Any petitions to be circulated
on campus must have administrative approval. No soliciting will be permitted
(collection of money) without administrator approval.
Public Display of
Affection
Students are expected to
refrain from kissing, hugging, fondling, sitting on laps or other displays of
affection while at school or school events. Students should maintain an
appropriate maturity and respect for each other by avoiding inappropriate
display of this nature.
School Visitors
All visitors to the
school are to report to the office to complete their business. Visitors are not
to go directly to any instructional area without first checking in to the
office. Student visitors are not allowed on campus. Only registered students
will have access to the campus.
Snow
If
snow is on the ground, that is where it should stay.
Throwing snowballs is considered dangerous and unsafe behavior.
Student Driving / Parking Policy
It is a privilege for
students to be able to drive to school. Students, who fail to drive safely and
responsibly at school and adhere to motor vehicle rules, will lose that
privilege. Students are not permitted in the parking lot during the school day
without permission. Student’s cars must be parked in designated areas. All
student vehicles parked on campus must display a parking pass. Only those
students who are considered junior or seniors based on year in high school are
allowed a parking pass. Passes will be issued to those students when they
register their vehicle and pay the parking fee of $25.00. Students who either
fail to register their vehicle, or do not display their parking pass may lose
driving privileges and/or may be fined.
1st Offense: $10 fine, 2nd Offense $20 fine, 3rd
Offense $45 charge for removal of locking boot. If there is reasonable
suspicion that a student vehicle contains illegal drugs, alcohol or a weapon,
it may be searched by school authorities.
Telephones
The pay phones are for
student use. The teacher and office phones are for business use only. A student
may use the phone in the office in an emergency only. Phones are not to be used
during class time.
Tobacco
Use of tobacco products
in any form is prohibited. Companion items like matches and lighters are also
prohibited. Violators will be suspended, and repeat offenders will be eligible
for long-term suspension.
Weather/Emergency
Closure
Turn to your local
television or radio station for information, or call the school information
at: 263-1172.
Withdrawal from School
If it is necessary for the student to withdraw from school,
the student must have parental permission. The student should obtain a Student
Withdrawal form from the office. The withdrawal form and textbooks must be
presented to each of his/her teachers. Secure all signatures required on the
form and turn the form in at the office. Withdrawal students must not interrupt
classes. Students who withdraw from school are not to loiter in halls or on
school grounds at any time, and may be cited for trespassing. When a student
withdraws from school, then wishes to return to school at a later time, the
student and parent must meet with an administrator and sign a re-enrollment
contract to be accepted back in school.
STUDENT
CONDUCT
It is the goal of La Center High School to have all of our students
described by these three words: courteous, respectful and responsible. High standards for conduct and achievement
serve to promote success and a positive image of our students and our
school. The manner in which we present
ourselves and represent our school and community will always be a priority. With this in mind, the following guidelines
will apply in the following situations:
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On or near school grounds during
school, immediately before, and after school hours
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On or near school grounds at any
time when the school is being used by a school group
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Off the school grounds at a school
activity, function or event
Drug-Alcohol Possession:
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Procedures
for suspected drug/alcohol violations:
If an adult staff member or event
chaperone suspects that a student is under the influence of drugs or alcohol
while in attendance at school or a school event, the following steps will be
taken.
1.
The staff member or chaperone will consult with
another supervisory adult and ask them to make some direct observations of the
student for the purpose of confirming whether or not there is a reason to
believe the student may be under the influence.
2. In the event that both adults agree that the
student may be under the influence, law enforcement will be contacted to make a
determination of the course of action to be taken. Upon their arrival, law
enforcement officers will be directed to a private location in the building
away from the main activity. The student(s) suspected of the violation will be
escorted by staff to that location. Prior to the arrival of law enforcement, if
the student attempts to leave, staff are to direct
them to stay until law enforcement arrives. Failure to follow the directive
will be grounds for disciplinary action.
Confirmation
that a student has violated school drug/alcohol policy will result in long-term
suspension or expulsion.
As a
safety procedure, students suspected of being under the influence of drugs or
alcohol at school or school events will not be asked to leave, nor will they be
turned away at the door. School staff will attempt to contact parents by
telephone, if available, to inform them of the situation and the referral to
law enforcement. Referral to law enforcement will be made.
Fighting/Altercations at School - Fuel to the Fire
Policy
Fighting is prohibited at
school. Students engaging in fighting will be suspended. Students who cause
substantial disruption through verbal confrontation, and fail to cease when
directed to do so, will be suspended. Students who are in the area watching are
required to disperse and immediately leave the area when directed to do so by
any adult. Students who are present at a fight/altercation and do not disperse
immediately when directed to do so will be subject to suspension for
insubordination.
Violence
Providing a safe environment for students and staff is of the highest
priority at La Center High School. Elimination of violence in any form is the
goal. Violence is any action of one person directed at another with intent of
causing or which results in physical or emotional harm. Violence is not limited
to acts of physical contact, but can also occur through intimidating or
threatening looks or words. Threats or verbal abuse are acts of violence and
may be grounds for immediate suspension or expulsion as an act of exceptional
misconduct.
Cheating/
Plagiarism
The first incident of
cheating in any form or manner will cause the offending student to lose credit
for the assignment. A second incident of cheating in the same class will cause
the student to be withdrawn from the course in which the cheating occurred. The
offending student will receive no credit for the applicable semester.
RESPECT
POLICY
We believe that
every student has the right to an education in an environment free from the
threat of physical or mental harm. We
will not tolerate any physical, verbal or written abuse, harassment,
intimidation, extortion, or any restriction or prevention of the free movement
of any individual whether the act is deliberate, intentional or
unintentional. Furthermore, any abuse
directed towards or specifically related to any individual or group of
individuals regarding race, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, physical or mental disability, or political or religious ideology
will not be tolerated. Those in
violation of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual
harassment is unwelcome conduct, either sexual or non-sexual, that is directed
toward a person because of that person’s gender and creates an intimidating,
offensive, or hostile learning environment.
Sexual harassment is considered to be a form of sex discrimination, and
it is illegal in schools and in the workplace under existing state and federal
laws.
Any student,
who believes that he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment, either as
a victim of or witness to, should bring this to the immediate attention of a
teacher, counselor or administrator. All
such complaints will be investigated promptly and fairly and, where
appropriate, immediate corrective action will be taken. Students involved in a sexual harassment
complaint should not be retaliated against because of participation in the
complaint procedure.
Harassment Procedures
If it reported
that one student has harassed another, the following penalties would occur:
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1st Offense – Report is
taken and harassing student receives a penalty ranging from warning to
suspension. Parents may be contacted.
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2nd Offense – Parents
and legal authorities will be contacted; student is suspended from school for
up to 10 days.
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3rd Offense – Parents
and legal authorities will be contacted and student will be long-term suspended
for the remainder of the semester with loss of credit.
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Additional Offense – Student is
expelled from school.
Threats
Students making
verbal and/or written threats of physical harm toward others may be subject to
emergency expulsion. Expulsion may be
reduced upon receipt of a satisfactory report from a mental health
professional.
Possession of Weapons:
It is a
violation of district policy and state law for any person to carry a firearm or
dangerous weapon on school premises, school-provided transportation or areas of
other facilities being used exclusively for school activities. Any student in
possession of firearms on school property shall be subject to discipline,
including a mandatory one-year expulsion, subject to appeal or modification by
the superintendent on a case by case basis. The student’s parents
or guardians and the appropriate law enforcement agency shall
be notified.
STUDENT
DISCIPLINE
Misconduct
Misconduct
includes but is not limited to:
disruption in the classroom; harassment/bullying; use of tobacco;
profanity or obscenity directed at others; vandalism; mischief; cheating;
fighting; insults towards school personnel; failure in a passive manner to
follow directions, corrective actions, or punishment imposed by a school
employee; and/ or truancy.
Corrective Misconduct Actions
First Offense – Counseling with student and/or parent; loss of privileges;
detention; community service; short term suspension
Second Offense – Additional counseling with student and/or parent; community service;
weekday school;
Continued Offenses – Weekday school;
Exceptional Misconduct (WAC
180-40-260)
School
Board Policy and Procedures 3241P identifies behavior which is considered
"exceptional misconduct." This type of violation of school rules is
considered to be so severe that immediate imposition of suspension or expulsion
is warranted. Following is a list of "exceptional misconduct"
violations and the consequence range for each.
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Possessing and/or using alcohol, illegal chemical
substances or look-alike of the above:
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First
Offense: Automatic 30 day suspension
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Second
Offense: Expulsion
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First
Offense: Expulsion
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Threatening or verbal abuse, fighting or fighting
words:
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Minimum: Short term suspension
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Maximum: Long term suspension
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Setting fire or damaging school property devices:
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Minimum: Short term suspension
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Maximum: Long term suspension, notification to law
enforcement
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Possession and/or using weapons or explosive devices:
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Minimum: Expulsion for 1 calendar year, notification
to law enforcement
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Maximum: Indefinite expulsion, notification to law
enforcement
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Possession/using tobacco products:
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Minimum: Short term suspension
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Maximum: Long term suspension
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Disrupting the educational process;
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Minimum: Short term suspension
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Maximum: Long term suspension
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Refusing to follow reasonable directives of staff:
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Minimum: Short term suspension
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Maximum: Long term suspension
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Harassment / Bullying:
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Minimum: Short term suspension
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Maximum: Long term suspension
ATTENDANCE
ATTENDANCE POLICY SUMMARY
The following principles shall
govern the development and administration of attendance procedures within the
district. They are extracted from La Center School Board Policy No. 3122.
A.
Absences due to illness or a health condition; a religious observance, when
requested by a student's parent(s); school-approved activities; family
emergencies; and, as required by law, disciplinary actions or short-term
suspensions shall be excused. The principal may, upon request by a parent,
grant permission in advance for a student's absence providing such absence does
not adversely affect the student's educational progress. A student, upon the
request of a parent, may be excused for a portion of a school day to
participate in religious instruction provided such is not conducted on school
property, or involves the school to any degree.
B. If an
absence is excused, the student shall be permitted to make up all missed
assignments outside of class under reasonable conditions and time limits
established by the appropriate teacher, except that in participation-type
classes a student's grade may be affected because of the student's inability to
make up the activities conducted during a class period.
C. An
excused absence shall be verified by the parent or school authority responsible
for the absence.
D. As a
means of instilling values of responsibility and personal accountability, a
student whose absence is not excused shall experience the consequences of
his/her absence. A student's grade shall be affected if a graded activity or
assignment occurs during the period of time when the student is absent.
E. A
student may be suspended or expelled for habitual truancy. Prior to suspension
or expulsion, the parent shall be notified in writing that the student has
unexcused absences. A conference shall be scheduled to determine what
corrective measures should be taken to ameliorate the cause for the student's
absences from school. If the parent does not attend the conference, the parent
shall be notified of the steps the district has decided to take to reduce the
student's absences.
TO EXCUSE AN ABSENCE:
v A phone
call to the school or message left on voicemail before or after school hours
from the parent or guardian on the day of the absence or before school begins
on the day the student returns.
OR:
v A written
note from the parent on the day the student returns, prior to attending class,
which includes the parent’s signature, name of student, reason for absence and
date.
EXTENDED ILLNESS AND SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES;
If a student is confined to home or
hospital for an extended period, the school shall arrange for the
accomplishment of assignments at the place of confinement whenever practical.
Regular attendance and participation may be altered due to circumstances
relating to illness. If any absence is excused, a student shall be permitted to
make up all assignments (one day for each day missed).
TRUANCY
A student who is absent without
the consent of his or her parent or guardian is considered truant and has the
possibility of disciplinary action, suspension, or expulsion. Truancy is defined in two ways:
Major
Truancy
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A student leaves school at any time during the day
without first signing out in the office
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A student is absent from school or class without
permission
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An unauthorized phone call or note is used to excuse
a student
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A student obtains a pass to go to a particular area
and does not report there
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A student fails to attend a required assembly
Minor
Truancy
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All other times a student does not have an excused
absence will be classified as a minor unexcused absence
A Major Truancy will involve immediate discipline. A student will not receive discipline for a Minor Truancy until after the third
minor truancy which will then turn into a major truancy. The discipline procedures will be as follows:
1st
Major Truancy - half hour of community service
2nd Major Truancy -
one hour of community service
3rd
& 4th Major
Truancy - Suspension
The La Center School District
considers regular attendance to be a necessary part of student learning. It is the district’s desire to instill a
sense of responsibility in each student that will carry over into the world of
work. Students, in concert, with their
parents/guardians, have the responsibility for establishing and maintaining
prompt and regular attendance as prescribed in the compulsory Attendance Law of
the State of Washington (RCW 28A.225.020) which requires the school to file a
petition with the Clark County Juvenile Court no later than the 7th
day of truancy/unexcused absences in a school month or 10 days of
truancy/unexcused absences in a school year.
A day is defined as three (3) or more class periods. Reference:
RCW 28A.225.035
TARDIES
Students are expected to
be in class on time. Students are
allowed two tardies per class per semester. Every tardy after the
second tardy will result in disciplinary action.
Connect-ED
With today's changing expectations
regarding the need for rapid communications, we feel it is important to expand
our capability to communicate with parents quickly. With this in mind,
for the 2007/08 school year, the district will be implementing a new mass
communication system designed to provide important information to parents
quickly and efficiently. This new communication tool, known as */Connect-ED/*,
will allow for rapid and timely
notification via an automated phone/email
message system to up to six different phone numbers or email addresses.
The */Connect-ED/*
system will be used to notify parents of school delays and closures, school
emergency situations, or simply to provide important information regarding
school events or activities. Therefore,
we ask for your help and feedback regarding */Connect-ED/*
over this school year as we learn the best ways to provide you with the most
accurate information about your child’s school using this new communication tool. Please contact your
school office if you have any questions or want to sign up for additional phone
numbers or email addresses beyond those provided at registration.
STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
What should a student do if they feel like a
directive or disciplinary action by school personnel is unfair or unwarranted?
1. Comply with the directive--do not actively or
passively contest, challenge, or argue with the staff member. To defy or not
comply will result in disciplinary action of a more serious nature, unless the
directive or action is illegal, immoral, or potentially dangerous. If this be
the case, it is necessary to report it. It is not in the best interest of the
student to openly defy reasonable directives from staff members or argue with
the staff person, especially in the presence of other students.
2. Request an appointment
with that staff member to discuss the issue. This request should be made
respectfully and demonstrate a willingness to work together to resolve the
issue. Both student and staff must be willing to acknowledge their
responsibility in the issue and also their obligation to see it resolved. This
meeting should not take place during class time. The staff member will arrange
a time when the two of you can meet to resolve the issue.
3. If the issue is not resolved by meeting with
the staff member, the student may then request a meeting with the principal,
realizing that the initial action taken by the principal will most likely be a
joint conference with both parties involved. It must be understood that the
principal will not be supportive of any grievance made by a student who has
acted inappropriately with respect to numbers 1 and 2 above.
If necessary,
other individuals may be called in to participate in the resolution process,
e.g., parents, neutral staff members, student representatives. This will only
happen if it is deemed essential for reaching agreement.
Resolving conflict is directly connected to three of our four Guidelines For Success: Be responsible; cooperate with others; treat
everyone with respect. Again, both parties have a responsibility to work in
good faith toward resolution of the conflict.
Bus Conduct
Because of the importance
of safety, the KWRL School Transportation Cooperative takes precautions each
year to see that students become familiar with the school district’s rules for
riding school buses.
The
Cooperative feels that parents should also be aware of these rules so they can
remind their children to follow them.
Conduct
and Safety:
1.
Pupils shall obey
the directions of the bus driver.
2.
Pupils
shall ride their regularly assigned bus at all times, unless permission has
been granted by school authorities.
3.
No
pupil shall be permitted to leave the bus except at the regular stop, unless
permission has been granted by school authorities.
4.
Each
student may be assigned a seat in which he will be seated at all times, unless
permission to change is given by the bus driver.
5.
Students
shall: a) sit properly in their seat, b) not throw anything on the bus, c) keep
their hands to themselves, d) be courteous to other passengers, e) not talk
loud or make other loud noises.
6.
Students
are to assist in keeping the bus clean by keeping their waste paper and other
trash off the floor. Students must not throw anything out the windows. Eating
on the school bus in not permissible.
7.
No
student shall smoke, light matches or lighters, or use any type of flame or
sparking device on the school bus.
8.
Students
shall not have in their possessions any alcoholic beverage, marijuana,
narcotics or stimulant drugs.
9.
Student
shall refrain from using vulgar or obscene language or gestures.
10.
No
student shall at any time extended head, hands or arms out of the windows
whether the school bus is in motion or standing still.
11.
Students
must see that they have nothing in their possession that may cause injury to
another, such as sticks, breakable containers, any
type of firearms, straps, or pins extending from their clothing. Also no
animal, reptile, fish or fowl is permitted on the bus, except Seeing Eye dogs.
12.
Each
student must see that his books and personal belongings are kept out of the
aisle, Special permission must be granted by school authorities to transport
large items.
13.
No
student will talk to the driver more than is necessary.
14.
No
student shall sit in the driver’s seat, nor shall any student be to the
immediate left or right of the driver.
15.
Students
shall remain seated while the bus is in motion and shall not get on or off
until the bus has come to a full stop.
16.
Students
shall leave the bus in and orderly manner. They must not cross the highway
without verifying that it is safe to proceed and until given consent by the
driver. When boarding or leaving the bus, students must be in view of the
driver at all times.
17.
Students
shall cross the highway only in front of the school bus and never behind it.
18.
Students
must arrive at the bus stop on time, and must not stand or play on the roadway
while waiting for the bus to arrive.
19.
Self
discipline should be exercised by the students at the bus loading area.
Students will refrain from pushing and shoving other passengers, or engaging in
other unsafe activities.
20.
Students
who have to walk some distance along the highway to the bus loading zone must
walk, where practicable, on the left hand side facing the oncoming traffic.
This will also apply to students leaving the bus loading zone in the evening.
21.
Students
are not to run errands between the bus stops and home.
22.
In
the event of an actual emergency, students must follow emergency exit
procedures as established by emergency exit drills.
23.
The
school district will be reimbursed by parents or the student for damage to
school buses resulting from student misconduct.
24.
Misconduct
on a bus may be sufficient reason to discontinue providing bus transportation
to students involved.
Bus ticket and suspension
standard operating procedures:
v Pre ticket misbehavior: Bus driver handles the situation
and the parent is contacted.
v First ticket: Meeting between administration and
student; discipline at the discretion of the administration.
v Second ticket within a 60 day
period: Bus drive,
student and administrator meet. Student will normally receive a one to three
day suspension determined by the administrator.
v Third ticket within a 90 day period: Three to five day suspension as
determined by the administrator.
v Fourth ticket within a school year: One to four week suspension as determined by
the administrator.
v Fifth ticket within a school year: Long term suspension or expulsion
form the bus as determined by the administrator.
BUS RIDERS