STATEMENTOFRIGHTS (FERPA)
Parents and students have the following rights under the Family
Educational Rights and PrivacyActs and the Ringwood FERPApolicy.
1. Parentsandeligiblestudentshavearighttoinspectandreviewthe student’s education records.
2. The Ringwood School District intends to limit the disclosure of information contained in a student’s educational record except:
A. Bythepriorwrittenconsentofthestudent’sparentortheeligible student.
B. As directory information.
C. Under certain limited circumstances as permitted by the FERPA.
3. Astudent’sparentoraneligiblestudenthastherighttoseektocorrect partsofthestudent’seducationrecordwhichheorshebelievestobe inaccurate,misleading,orinviolationofstudent’srights.Thisincludes therighttoahearingtopresentevidencethattherecordshouldbe changedifthedistrictdecidesnottoalteritaccordingtotheparentor eligible student’s request.
4. AnypersonhastherighttofileacomplaintwiththeDepartmentof
Education if the Ringwood School District violates the FERPA.
5. Copies of the Ringwood FERPApolicy are available through the Superintendent’s office, High School Principal’s office, or the Elementary Principal’s office.
AllrightsandprotectionsgiventoparentsunderFERPAandthispolicy transferstothestudentwhenheorshereachesage18orenrollsinapost secondary school.The student then becomes an “eligible student.”The districtwillarrangetoprovidetranslationsofthenoticetonon-English speaking parents.
Theforwardinganddisclosureofdisciplinaryrecordsorothereducation recordstoaschooldistrictinwhichastudentseeksorintentstoenrollshall
beinaccordancewiththeannualnotificationrequirementsandprovisions
of FERPA. 10 O.S. § 7005-1.2; S.O.O. § 822.1.
RINGWOOD JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTBULLETIN 2016-2017
Thebuildingopensat8a.m.eachmorning.Studentsshouldgo directlytothegymbeforethefirstbellringsat8:20a.m.Theclassbell ringsat8:25a.m.andclassesbeginimmediately.Studentsneeding
anadmittoclasscanpickitupintheprincipal’sofficebetween8:10
a.m. and 8:20 a.m.
Students have the opportunity for conference with individual teachers from 8:00 to 8:25 a.m.To have a conference, make the arrangements with the individual teacher.
During lunch breaks students are expected to be outside the building or in the gym. Students are permitted in the building duringinclementweather,tousetherestroomsortousethewater fountains.Withpermissionfromindividualteachers,studentsmay use a classroom to study.
SCHOOLATTENDANCE LAW
Article X, Section 196 (70-10-105) - School attendance is mandatoryforchildrenbetweentheagesofsevenandeighteen. A finemaybeassessedaparentwhodoesnotcomplywiththelaw.A copy of the law will be furnished upon request.
ABSENCES
Excused absences are granted for the following reasons:
1. Personal or family illnesses.
2. Medical appointments
3. Legal matters
4. Funerals for family members
5. Extenuating circumstances deemed necessary by the principal.
6. Observance of holidays required by student’s religious
affiliation
7.Familyrelatedabsenceswillbeexcused.
If a note or phone call is not completed within 5 school days, the absence will be considered unexcused.
Itistheresponsibilityoftheparenttonotifytheschoolby10 a.m.ifachildistobeabsent.Ifnocontactismadetheparentmust sendanoteorcallthedaythechildreturnsbeforethestudentcanbe excused.Thestudenthasthesamenumberofdaysmissedtomakeup allworkmissedwithoutpenalty.Itistheresponsibilityofthestudent onthedayofreturntomakearrangementstoseethattheworkis made up.
Students are required to attend school at least a ½ school day (at least 3 periods) the day when they are going to compete and represent Ringwood High School or Ringwood Junior High in extracurricular activities. Pryor exceptions may be granted by the principal on a case by case basis.
ACTIVITYTRIPS
Theschoolwillprovide,ormakearrangementsfortransportation
toallinter-schoolcontestsfortheparticipants.Ifridingabus,orother schoolprovidedtransportation,studentsmustreturnthesameway,or parentsmustpersonallyexcusethestudent.Studentsrepresentingthe RingwoodSchooloraccompanyingschoolgroupstoothertownsare subjecttotheauthorityoftheactivitysponsor.Nosoftdrinksorfood willbeallowedontheactivitybus.Schoolruleswillbefollowedon all trips.
AFTER-SCHOOLDETENTION
Teacher assigned detention can be any day during the week from 3:15-3:45. Principal assigned detention will be on Wednesday from 3:20-4:20 or Thursday 7:20-8:20am.
1. Thestudentwillstaywithateacherandstudyordohomework from 3:15-3:45.
2. Thestudentwillhaveonedaytomakearrangementsforaride home and any appointments they may need to change.
3. The student must have school work or a library book during detention time.
4. The student MUSTbe in the detention room by the 3:20 bell.
5. There will be NO breaks during detention time.
6. There will be NO food or drink during detention.
7. NO sleeping.
8. NO computer work will be allowed.
Failuretofollowtheaboverulesorskippingdetentionwillresultin doubletheoriginalpunishmentorpossiblesuspensionfromschool.
APCLASSES
AllAPcourses will be weighted when figuring grade point averages. Theweightedpointswillbe: 5-4-3-2-0(A-F). Students arenotrequiredtotaketheAPexamforcollegecreditinorderto receive the weighted scale.
ATHLETICS
AnystudentrepresentingtheRingwoodJunior-SeniorHighSchool
inanyinter-schoolcontestmustmeettheminimumrequirements
of the OSSAAand any other requirements as prescribed by the
RingwoodSchoolBoard.Anyathletemustabidebythesamerules as is followed at school.
BEHAVIOR ON SCHOOLBUSES
Incaseswherethebusdriverhasdifficultyincontrollingchildren onbuses,thedriverwillbringthestudentorstudentstotheprincipal’s office for a conference regarding the difficulty. If this procedure failstobringaboutcooperationthechildwillbedisciplinedbythe principal.
Itiswithintheschool’sjurisdictiontopreventthechildfrom ridingthebus.Thispolicyisnotintendedtorelievethedriveroftheir responsibilityformaintainingcontrolofthechildren.Iftheprincipal thinksthedriverisnotdoingalltheycanorshould,aconference withthedriverwillbesetupinordertodevelopbettercontrolofthe pupils.
Failure to secure acceptable bus behavior through the above procedurejustifiesaskingthesuperintendenttoarrangeaconference with the bus driver, and/or the parents of the offending student.
BUS RIDER RULES
Previous to Loading (on the road and at school)
1. Beontimeatthedesignatedschoolbusstop-keepthebuson schedule.
2. Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus.
3. Waituntilthebuscomestoacompletestopbeforeattemptingto enter.
4. Be careful in approaching bus stops.
5. Busridersarenotpermittedtomovetowardthebusattheschool loading zone until the bus has been brought to a complete stop.
While on the Bus
1. Keephandsandheadinsidethebusatalltimesafterenteringand until leaving the bus.
2. Assist in keeping the bus safe and sanitary at all times.
3. Loudtalkingandlaughingorunnecessaryconfusiondivertsthe driver’s attention and may result in a serious accident.
4. Treat bus equipment as one would valuable furniture at home.
5. Bus riders should never tamper with the bus or any of its equipment.
6. Do not leave books, lunches, or other articles on the bus.
7. Keep books, packages, coats and all other objects out of the aisles.
8. Help look after the safety and comfort of small children.
9. Do not throw anything out of the bus window.
10. Busridersarenotpermittedtoleavetheirseatswhilethebusis
in motion.
11.Horseplay is not permitted around or on the school bus.
12. Busridersareexpectedtobecourteoustofellowpupils,the bus-
driver, and patrol officers or driver’s assistants.
13. Keep absolute quiet when approaching a railroad crossing.
14. In case of a road emergency, children are to remain in the bus.
AfterLeaving the Bus
1. Whencrossingtheroad,goatleasttenfeetinfrontofthebus; stop;checktraffic;watchforthebusdriver’ssignal;thencross the road.
2. Students leaving on the right side of the road should immediately
leave the bus and stay clear of traffic.
3. Thedriverwillnotdischargeridersatplacesotherthantheregular busstop,exceptbyproperauthorizationfromtheparentorschool official.
CHANGE OFADDRESS
Ifatanytimeduringtheschoolyearastudentmovestoadifferent
address,thischangemustbereportedtotheschooloffice.Likewise,
achangeintelephonenumber,orthenewinstallationofatelephone should be reported.
CHEERLEADING
Ifyouhavebeenremovedfromthecheerleadingsquadforany reason,suchasgradesormisconduct,thenyoucannottryoutfor thecheerleadingsquadthefollowingyear.(Thiswasadoptedduring
a regular school board meeting.)
CLASS SPONSORSHIP
Each class willhave a class sponsor. Both the senior and junior class will have twoteachersponsorsassignedbythe principal.
CLOSED CAMPUS POLICY
It is the policy of the Ringwood Board of Education that the RingwoodSchoolcampusbeclosedduringnormalschoolhours. Studentsarerequiredtostayoncampusduringthelunchbreakand allotherbreaksduringtheday.Duringthelunchbreak,studentsare notallowedsouthofthenorthedgeoftheVocationalAgricultural building or north of the high school building.
Studentsarenotallowedtogototheircarswhileparkedoff- campus for any reason and those parked on-campus only with a teacher or administrator’s permission.
Allvisitorsmustcheckinthesuperintendent’sorprincipal’soffice
to state their business on campus.
Students may leave campus with special permission to attend emergenciesorformedicalappointments.Parentsmaychecktheir children out of school at any time during the day.
An administratorwilldecidewhetherachildmayleavein unforeseen instances.
CLUB FEES
Thefollowingfeesanddueswillbecollectedfromthestudents
in the various organizations and classes:
FFA------$15.00 per year FCCLA------$13.00 per year Pep Club------$2.00 per year Letterman Club------$5.00 per year
Class dues are determined by the individual classes
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
Senate Bill 290 allows for students to take college classes for dual credit purposes or just college credit. Seniors in high school are tuition free for up to 6 credit hours each semester. Juniors who have met requirements may participate in the concurrent enrollment classes but must pay both books and tuition.
OSDE approved for academic credit:
College Algebra1 unit High School Algebra II
General Biology1 unit High School Biology II
General Botany1 unit High School Botany
English Comp I½ unit of English IV
English Comp II½ unit of English IV
Intro. To Chemistry1 unit of High School Chem.
Chemistry I1 unit of High School Chem.
American History to 1877½ unit of High School Am. Hist.
American History from 1877½ unit of High School Am. Hist.
Intro. to Geography½ unit High School Wld. Geog.
American Fed. Government½ unit High School Am. Gov.
Intro. to Speech½ unit High School Speech
Note: American History can only be used as a duel credit if the student has already passed the required number of EOI exams.
CREDIT RECOVERY
Ringwood Schools participates in two credit recovery programs. Hosted at Ringwood Schools and utilized by our Alternative Education Program is the A+ Recovery Program. It is available for students that are behind in credits. All credits provided through the regular education program is available through the A+ Recovery
Program. All courses are approved by the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
Students participating in the Northwest Tech program in Fairview will be able to recover credits through the NovaNETCourses or E2020 also approved by the OSDE. Classes available are: English 1,2,3,4, Algebra 1,2,Geometry, US History, World History, Geography, US Government and Economics
DISCIPLINE
“Theteacherofanychildattendingapublicschoolshallhavethe samerightasaparentorguardiantocontrolanddisciplinesuchchild duringthetimethechildisinattendanceorintransittoorfromthe school,oranyotherschoolfunctionauthorizedbytheschooldistrict
orclassroompresidedoverbytheteacher(SchoolLawsofOklahoma
Art.VI, Sec. 124).”
“Provided, however, that nothing contained in this act shall prohibitanyparent,teacher,orotherpersonsusingordinaryforceasa meansofdiscipline,includingbutnotlimitedtospanking,switching,
or paddling (School Laws of OklahomaArt. XII, Sec. 652).”
Corporal punishment is accepted by the Ringwood Board of
Education.Whencorporalpunishmentisadministered,itmustbe
in the presence of an adult and must not be administered in the presenceofapupil.Aparent/guardianwillbenotifiedbeforecorporal punishment is administered.
BULLYING
Threateningbehaviororbullyingisdefinedasa repetitiveactivity,which portraysthatanotherperson,persons,orpropertymayorwillbe harmedorkilled. AsusedintheSchoolBullyingPreventionAct, “harassment,intimidation,andbullying”meansanyrepeatedgesture,written orverbalexpression,useoftheinternet,cellularphone,anyother electroniccommunication,orphysicalactthatareasonableperson shouldknowwillharmanotherstudent,damageanotherstudent’s property, place another student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or damage to the student’s property, or insult or demeananystudentorgroupofstudentsinsuchawayastodisrupt
orinterferewiththeschool’seducationalmissionortheeducation
ofanystudent. Harassment,intimidation,andbullyinginclude,but arenotlimitedto,agestureorwritten,verbal,useoftheinternet, cellularphone,anyotherelectroniccommunication,orphysicalact. Such behavior is specifically prohibited by board policy.
Recommended Disciplinary Progression:
First Offense:Conference with student and 3 days of
In-School Suspension
Second Offense:3 days of Out-of-School Suspension
Third Offense:5 to 10 days of Out-of-School Suspension
Ringwood Schoolswill not tolerate retaliation for reporting bullying. Theschooladministrationwilldisciplineanystudentwho retaliatesagainst anyone who reports an incident, or against any person who testifies, or assists in an investigation.
DISCIPLINE PLAN
Thegoalofanydisciplinarypolicyistocorrectthemisconduct
oftheindividualandtopromoteadherencebystudentstothepolicies and regulations of the district.
ToprovidequalityeducationforallstudentstheRingwoodPublic Schoolswillnottoleratedisruptiveactsinterferingwiththetranquility andsafetyofitsschoolandstudents.Studentsshallbeunderthe supervisionofandaccountabletoschoolpersonnel.Thisincludes goingtoandfromschool,schoolsponsoredactivitiesandgoingto and from such activity.
DISRUPTIVE OR INTERFERING BEHAVIOR
Adisruptiveorinterferingactisdefinedas,butnotlimitedto, enticing,encouraging,promotingorparticipatinginactivitieswhich interfere with the due process of the educational program of the school.The following activities, if accomplished for the purpose ofdisruptingorinterferingwiththedueprocessoftheeducational program, are examples of behavior constituting disruptive acts:
1. Demonstrations
2. Sit-ins
3. Walkouts
4. Blockages
5. Group violence
6. Disrespect or disobedience to school personnel
7. Harassmentand/orintimidation,verbalorphysical,ofstudents or school personnel
8. Theuseofobscene,lewdorprofanelanguage(visualand/or auditory)
9. Fighting
10. Disruptive publications
11.Theft or inappropriate use of personal or school property.
12. Laser lights are prohibited at school or school activities.
13.Noelectronicdevicessuchascellphones,I-Pods,orwalkmans, blackberries,orotherpalmhelddeviceswillbeallowedtobeused
atschooloronschoolpropertyduringnormalschoolhours.Ifyou arecaughtusingsuchanitemthentheitem(s)willbeconfiscated. Thefirst(1st)offensethestudent’sParentswillbecontactedto cometoschooltoretrievethemfromtheofficeaftertheregular schooldayends(3:15pm).Thesecond(2nd)offensethestudent will receive 3 days of ISS or 2 swats.Thethird(3rd)offensethe studentwillbesuspendedfromschoolforone(1)dayforwhich heorshewillreceivezerosinallclasses. The fourth (4th) offense the student will be suspended for three (3) days with zeros.Thiscouldresultinthe studentfailingallclassesduetothenumberofdaysmissedina gradingperiodiflasttwo(2)offensesshouldoccurwithinthe same grading period. Due to the nature of the offense, the administration has the right to make the discipline correspond with the offense.
14.Sincetattoosandbodypiercingmaybedisruptiveandadistraction, visibletattooswillnotbepermitted.Visiblebodypiercingwill be limited to the ears.
15.Norecordingdevices,audio,visual,orotherelectronicdevices suchascellphones,I-pods,walkmans,blackberry,orpalmheld devices will be allowed during detention.
Administrative responsetostudentmisconductisamatter
directlyinfluencingthemoraleoftheentirestudentbody.Assuch, each student’s discipline is based on a careful assessment of the circumstances surrounding each infraction (i.e.., the student’s attitude,theseriousnessoftheoffenseanditspotentialeffectonother students).
DISCIPLINE POLICY
Beforeanypunishmenttakesplaceparentsand/orlawenforcement
will be notified if punishment calls forsuch action.
Theftand/orDestructionofProperty(eachitemisviewedasa separateoffenseandwillreceiveseparatepunishment)(i.e.Theft3 days - Destruction 3 days)
1st time-Three day suspension, notify parents
2nd time-Five day suspension, notify parents and law enforcement
3rd time-Ten day suspension, notify parents and law enforcement
Possessionand/orUseofAlcohol,Tobacco and/or E-Cigarette product (eachitemis viewed as a separate offense and will receive separate punishment) (i.e. Possession 3 days -Alcohol use 3 days -Tobacco 3 days)
1st time-Three day suspension, notify parents
2nd time-Five day suspension, notify parents and law enforcement
3rd time-Ten day suspension, notify parents and law enforcement
Fighting andAssault-Physical orVerbal
1stTime- Three days suspension or 2 swats and 2 days of ISS.
2ndTime-Five to ten day suspension
3rd Time- Suspension for the remainder of the semester and one more semester.
Possession ofWeapons
Suspension from school of up to two semesters
Possession orUse of Illicit Drugs
1stTime-Ten day suspension
2ndTime-Suspend for remainder of current semester
3rdTime-Suspend for up to two semesters
Morality: i.e.. Pornographic Material, SexualHarassment, Profanity,LewdActs,Gambling(cards,dice,oranyotherform
in which betting orwagering could occur.
1st Offense: 2 day suspension from school
2nd Offense: 3 day suspension from school
3rd Offense: 5 or more days suspension from school
Truancy,CuttingClass,LeavingSchoolWithoutAdministrative
Permission
Oneormoreofthefollowing:Onetothreedaysin-schoolsuspension, after-school-detention, parent conference, corporal punishment, suspension.
Disrespectful to School Employees
Oneormoreofthefollowing:Threetofivedaysin-schoolsuspension,
After-school-detention, parent conference, corporal punishment, suspension.
Bus Misconduct
Oneofthefollowing:Assignedseat,parentconference,lossofbus
riding privileges, suspension.
UnexcusedTardiness, Disruptions
Oneormoreofthefollowing:Onetofivedaysin-schoolsuspension,
after-school-detention, lunchroom duty, parent conference, corporal punishment, suspension.
Overriding Internet Filter
No student willbe allowed to override the school internet filter unless permission has been given by the school administration. Any student caught overriding the filter will be suspended out of school for one day first offense, three days second offense and long term third offense. All internet privileges will be closed for the remainder of the school year upon first offense and thereafter.
DRESS CODE
All clothing, must be appropriate for school setting, free of vulgarity, and cannot promote anything illegal or age-inappropriate. Clothing must be free of holes which exposed undergarments or skin above the kneecap. Clothing must fit appropriately. General dress or appearance must not disrupt the educational process.(For example: Mohawks and unnatural hair color or highlights will not be allowed.) Shorts may be worn until Fall Break and may be worn again after Spring Break. Exceptions may be made for Spirit Week or other special occasions on a school-wide basis.
Allowable Dress
- Jeans, slacks, sweats, warm-ups, capris, and overalls which rest at the waist and cover all undergarments above the kneecap.No flannel PJ pants.
- Dresses, shorts, and skirts which extend to the kneecap when standing
- T-shirts, shirts, blouses, sweaters, and pullovers which cover cleavage, shoulders, underarms, and midriff when sitting or standing
- Shoes designed to be worn outdoors and which do not pose possible damage to flooring.
- Body piercings (only earrings)
- Yoga pants, running pants, leggings and tights must be accompanied by a garment that covers to the kneecap.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Student owned electronic devices may only be used in a classroom setting or on classroom assignments ONLY when a teacher gives permission. At no other time shall it be permitted. Punishments are covered under the discipline policy.
GENERALCONDUCT
1. Eachstudentisexpectedtoshowcourtesyandrespect,andto follow the directions of those in charge.
2. AllteachersaretobeaddressedMiss,Mrs.,orMr.,neverbyfirst
or last name only.
3. Students are expected to be careful of all school property and in nowaymarordisfigureit.Anystudentdefacingschoolproperty will be held liable for its repair or replacement.
4. Nooneistoleavetheschoolgroundsbetweenclassesorduring
school hours without permission from the office.
5. Studentsareexpectedtokeeptheschoolgrounds,roomsandhalls freefrompaperandotherrefuse.Wastebasketsandtrashcans are to be used for this purpose.
6. No eating candy during school.
7. Donotdemandtoomuchoftheteacher’stime.Otherstudents may also have questions.
8. Accept criticism courteously, and do not talk back when reproved.
9. Bepreparedtobeginthelessonwithoutborrowingpencils,paper, books or other equipment.
10. Be orderly in the classroom even when the teacher is out of the room or absent.
11.Waitfortheteachertodismisstheclass.Thebellisaguidefor the teacher and does not dismiss the class.
12. No pop, juice, water, or other drinks in hall, classrooms, or lockers.
SUSPENSION
Anypupilguiltyofimmoralityorviolationoftheregulationsof
apublicschoolmaybesuspendedbytheprincipalofsuchschool. Suspensionshallnotextendbeyondthecurrentschoolsemesterand thesucceedingsemester;provided,thepupilshallhavetherightto appealthedecisionoftheprincipaltotheboardofeducationofthe district.Uponafullinvestigationofthematter,theboardofeducation shalldeterminetheguiltorinnocenceofthepupilanditsdecision shall be final (Oklahoma School LawAct. XXIV, Sec. 381).
When suspension is the only solution, this procedure is to be followed.Whenseniorhighschoolstudentsaresenthomebefore theendoftheday,everyreasonableattemptismadetonotifythe parents.Juniorhighschoolpupilsarenotdismissedbeforetheend
of the school day without advance notice to parents.
Writtennoticeorsuspensionisdirectedtotheparentsandacopy
is sent to the office of the Superintendentof Schools. Such noticeis
mailed the same day the suspension occurs.
Occasionally emergency situations arise and immediate actionisdeemednecessary.Thisactionoccurswhenthebehavior unquestionablyrequirestheimmediateremovalofthepupilfrom classes.Insuchcasesthesamegeneralprocedurespecifiedaboveis followed with regard to notification of all persons concerned.
Any student suspended out of school will be required to take all semester tests.
IN-SCHOOLSUSPENSION
1.The student is isolated from student body during school day.
2. Students receive regular assignments from teachers.
3.The principal administers tests needing to be taken.
4.Ifschoolworkisnotcompleted,orthereareanyproblemswith the student, extra days will be added or swats may be given.
5. Students must stay properly seated with their feet on the floor.
6. No sleeping.
7. Restrooms breaks-approximately 10:30 a.m.. and 2 p.m.
8. Anymarkingonwalls,desks,etc.indetentionareawillbereason for added punishment.
9. No participation in school activities during the school day during in-school-suspension. (Not including after school activities.)
Nothinginthedisciplinescheduleshallbeconstruedtodenythe student’srighttoafairandorderlyhearing,appeal,counselanddue process in cases ending in suspension or expulsion.
Thisscheduleisinterpretedbytheprincipalsandtheirdesignees
inamannerwhichtheydeemjust,giventhecircumstancesofthe individualcase.Additionally,administratorsshallhavetheauthority
toenforceotherreasonabledisciplinaryactionwarrantedinsituations not covered in the disciplinary action schedule.
GRADING SCALE
A 90 and aboveB 80-89C 70-79
D60-69F below 60
GRADUATION EXERCISES
Nostudentwillbeallowedtoparticipateingraduationexercises who has not completed at least 24 units of academic work and satisfactorilycompletedallrequiredcoursesbythedateofgraduation exercises and passed 4 of 7 End Of Instruction exams as required by the State Department of Education. Algebra I and English II must be passed and then two of five other test which include Biology I, Geometry, Algebra II, English III and American History. Allstudentsthatmeetthisrequirementwillwalkwiththat class.
GRADUATION USHERSAND ESCORTS
Escortsandushersforgraduationareselectedbytheprincipalon
anhonorsbasis.ThetopsixJuniorsbasedonfivesemestergrades, willserveasescortsandushersatgraduationexercises.Thetoptwo academically will be the escorts for each exercise.
Intheeventofatiefortheusherpositions,allstudentsinvolvedin thetiewillserveasanusher.Ifatieoccursinvolvingthreestudents, allthreewillserveasescorts.Iffourormoretie,lotswillbedrawn
toestablishonesetofescortsforBaccalaureatewhiletheotherset servesasushers.TheywillthenswitchforCommencement.Inthe eventofatieintheseventhgrade,thesameprocedureforthehigh school will be used.
VALEDICTORIANAND SALUTATORIAN
Allmembersofthegraduatingclasswhohaveattainedagrade
pointaverageof4.00andabovefromgrades9-12(figuredafterthe
3rd9-weeksofthesenioryear)aretoreceivetheValedictoryaward.
Intheeventthereareno4.00andaboveGPA’s,thestudentwith thehighestGPAwillbetheValedictorian. ThenexthighestGPA willreceivetheSalutatoryaward. Intheeventthatgradepointsare identical for either award, more than one award will be presented.
Inthegradeschoolpromotionexercises,grades6-8,thesame procedurewillbeusedasatthehighschoollevelandtheawardswill
be tendered accordingly.
GUIDANCE
Guidanceservicesareplannedtohelpallstudentsgetthemost outofschoolofferings.Someofthishelpisgivenbyteachersin classroom groups and in home rooms.
HEALTHY FOOD OPTIONS
Breakfast and Lunches
- A hot lunch and breakfast program is provided in the cafeteria for the benefit and convenience of both student and parent.
- Students may bring their lunch, but they wil be required to eat in the cafeteria.
- We encourage all our students to eat at school. Any exceptions must be cleared through the office.
- Lunch accounts must be prepaid.
- No pop or soft drinks are allowed in the cafeteria
- High School students (grades 9-12) will be allowed to purchase items from the vending machines.
HOMEWORK