Table of Contents
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Introduction 3
Address 3
Administration 3
Board of School Directors 4
Administration and Staff 5-7
Chain of Command Procedures 8
Non-Discrimination Policy Statement 9
Mission Statement 10
Shared Values and Vision 10
General Information
School Hours 11
Summer Office Hours 11
Bell Schedules 12-14
School Enrollment and Records
Student Enrollment 15
Student Transfers 15
Student Records 15
Change of Address 16
Attendance
Student Attendance 17
Absence from School 17
Excused Absence 17
Illegal Absence 18
Tardy 18
Early Dismissal 19
Homework During/After Absences 19
School Safety and Security
Vehicles 20
Visitors 20
Safe and Secure Schools 20
Photographs and Student Work 21
Transportation
Private Transportation 21
Bus Transportation 22
Bus Regulations 23
Food Service
Cafeteria Expectations 24
Free and Reduced Lunch Program 24
Lunch Prices 25
Meal Account/Student ID Use 26
Emergency Procedures
School Closing and Delay Notification 27
Early Dismissal 27
Emergency Drills 27
Health Services
Accidents and Insurance 28
Health Appraisal 29
Immunization Regulations for School
Attendance 30
Administration of Medication 31
Asthma Action Plan 32
Emergency Care Information Cards 33
Homebound Instruction 33
Physical Education Medical Excuse 33
Support Services
Guidance Department 34
Homelessness Program 35
Student Assistance Program 36
Educational Programs
Grading and Weighted Grades 34
Grades – PowerSchool 39
Interim Reports/Report Cards 39
Homework 40
Honor Roll 40
Testing Information 41
Alternative Instructional Methods 41
Promotion Requirements 42
Clubs and Organizations 43
Graduation
Graduation Honors 45
Graduation Requirements 45
Code of Conduct and Discipline
Bullying/Cyberbullying 46
Cell Phones and Electronic Devices 47
Conduct Violations 48
Dance Rules 49
Dress Code 51
Due Process 53
Hazing 53
Searches 54
Video Surveillance 54
Discipline Code Levels I – IV 55-58
Student Responsibilities
Book Bags/Backpacks 59
Computers 59
Driving Privileges 60
Extracurricular Activities 61
Field Trips 62
Fundraisers 63
Hall Passes 65
Library 65
Lockers/Locks 66
Lost and Found 67
Staying after School 67
Study Halls 67
Telephones 68
Textbooks 68
Working Papers 68
Athletics
Athletic Programs 69
Eligibility 70-75
School Policies
Internet Access 76-79
Drug/Alcohol 79
Legal Custody 80
Sexual Harassment 80
Smoking/Tobacco 82
Weapons 82
Forms
Internet Permission 83
Student Work and Photo Release 85
Handbook Form 87
Calendar 89
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Introduction
United Junior/Senior High School
10780 Route 56 Highway East
Armagh, PA 15920
Telephone: (814)446-5615
Web Site Address: www.unitedsd.net
School Officials
Dr. Barbara Parkins , Superintendent
Mrs. Patricia Berezansky, Director of Education/Principal
Mr. G. Thomas Kalinyak, Director of Finance
Mrs. Francine Ressler, Supervisor of Special Education
Mr. Michael Worthington, High School Principal
Mr. Lewis Kindja, Elementary Principal
Mr. Cullen Stokes, Athletic Coordinator
Board of School Directors
The United School District Board of Directors is composed of nine members; voters of the district elect the members of the board for four-year terms. Although this is an elected office, board members do not receive a salary for their efforts.
United School Board
Mr. Eric Matava, President
Mr. Donald Davis, Vice President
Mrs. Trudy DeRubis, Treasurer
Mr. James Fry
Mrs. Tommey Heming
Mr. Dan Henning
Ms. Sandra Mack
Mr. Ronald Moyer
Ms. Leah Skedel
The Board of School Directors holds its meetings on the first Tuesday (work session) at 7:30 p.m. and the second Tuesday (regular session) at 7:30 p.m. Copies of the tentative agenda are available to interested persons beginning the Friday before each regular meeting in the business office of the United School District. Copies of the final agenda are available at 7:30 p.m. on the evening of each regular board meeting, which is located in the board room of the United Junior/Senior High School.
Administration and Staff
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NAME / VOICE MAIL / EMAILMAIN OFFICE /
Worthington, Michael / 2333 / mworthington
Cramer, Sherry / 2331 / scramer
Adams, Dana / 2332 / dadams
Stokes, Barb / 2334 / bstokes
GUIDANCE OFFICE /
Short, Janie / 2338 / jshort
Surloff, Todd / 2337 / tsurloff
Davis, Robin / 2336 / rdavis
SPECIAL SERVICES /
Francine Ressler / 3373 / fressler
Kulka, Melissa / 2354 / mkulka
Marino, Donna / 3302 / dmarino
Wallace, Cindy / 3304 / Cwallace
HEALTH SERVICES
Kovach, Lori / 2339/1319 / lkovach
Brady, Theresa / 2339/1319 / tbrady
FACULTY /
Allman, Lorraine / 2140 / lallman
Beattie, Mary Francis / 2309 / mbeattie
Bevard, Nathan / 2126 / nbevard
Buchkovich, Jennifer / 2405 / jbuchkovich
Bytner, Craig / 2127 / cbytner
Cawley, Jim / 2122 / jcawley
Conrad, David / 2208 / dconrad
Conrad, Jody / 2303 / jconrad
Dominick, Stephen / 2206 / sdominick
Donelson, Sharon / 2407 / sdonelson
Dunn, John / 2121 / jdunn
Flanagan, Molly / 2305 / mflanagan
Gilbert, Lori* / 2300 / lgilbert
Gongaware, Acey / 2203 / agongaware
Good, Kristie / 2209 / kgood
Grata, Mathew / 2204 / mgrata
Karcher, Zach / 2202 / zkarcher
Lee, Michael / 2200 / mlee
Long, Matthew / 2210 / mlong
Lonsinger, Jocelyn / 2131 / jlonsinger
Manges, Brian * / 2201 / bmanges
Matava, Jerry * / 2304 / jmatava
McLaughlin, Becky * / 2102 / bmclaughlin
Metil, Mark / 2135 / mmetil
Penrose, Robert / 2123 / rpenrose
Razayeski, Maria / 2401 / mrazayeski
Reasor, Kathy / 2403 / kreasor
Robinson, Darla / 2310 / drobinson
Sexton, Darlene * / 2128 / dsexton
Shellhammer, Amy / 2125 / ashellhammer
Shinsky, Jill / 2143 / jshinsky
Shomo, Judy / 2124 / jshomo
Stelma, Vicki / 2301 / vstelma
Stokes, Cullen / 2103 / cstokes
Surloff, Todd / 2141 / tsurloff
Thompson, Farrah / 2312 / fthompson
Wagner, Chris / 2406 / cwagner
Wilt, Mike / 2306 / mwilt
Yewcic, Kelli / 2404 / kyewcic
* Department Chairpersons
Chain of Command Procedures
Any parent/guardian, resident or community group shall have the right to present a request, suggestion or complaint concerning district personnel, programs, or operations of the district according to board policy 906. The following guidelines have been established:
First Level- A matter specifically directed toward a district staff member shall be addressed initially to the concerned employee, who shall discuss it with the complainant and make every effort to provide a reasonable explanation or take appropriate action within the employee’s authority. As appropriate, the staff member shall report the matter and the resolution to the building principal or immediate supervisor.
Second Level- If the matter cannot be resolved satisfactorily at the first level, it shall be discussed by the complainant with the building principal or the employee’s immediate supervisor.
Third Level- If a satisfactory solution is not achieved by discussion with the building principal or immediate supervisor, a conference shall be scheduled with the Superintendent or designee. The principal or supervisor will provide to the Superintendent or designee a report that includes the specific nature of the complaint, and a brief statement of relevant facts, how the complainant has been affected adversely, the action requested, and the reason why such action should be taken.
Fourth Level- Should the matter not be resolved by the Superintendent or designee or is beyond his/her authority and requires Board action, the Superintendent or designee shall provide the Board with a complete report.
Final Level-The Board, after reviewing all material relative to the case, shall provide the complainant with its written decision and may grant a hearing before the Board or a committee of the Board.
The complainant shall be advised of the Board’s decision, in writing, no more than ten (10) days following the hearing.
Non-Discrimination Policy Statement
In adherence to Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Title V of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, United High School affirms that all employment practices and educational endeavors will be conducted without discrimination based on gender, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability.
United School District
Mission
The United Community, preparing our students for tomorrow…today!
Vision
In partnership with our community, we seek to provide a high quality and meaningful education, which prepares all students to be contributors in an ever-changing, diverse community and global society
Shared Values
We believe that:
1. All student should have the opportunity to learn in a safe, secure, and caring environment that is equipped with appropriate resources.
2. All students can achieve success in school when their learning experience in meaningful, relevant, challenging, and supports their unique interests and goals.
3. On-going professional development and collaboration are essential for the enhancement of the learning process.
4. Educators should demonstrate all aspects of professionalism and follow the Educator’s Code of Ethics
5. Effective education is the shared responsibility of our students, parents/guardians, educators, and community.
General Information
School Hours
The high school day is from 7:30 a.m. to 2:40 p.m., Monday through Friday. Students should not arrive before 7:20 a.m. Students arriving between 7:20 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. should report to the cafeteria. There will be supervision for students during this time. Students arriving after 7:40 a.m. must sign in at the office before proceeding to their scheduled class.
Summer Office Hours
The school office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. during the summer.
REGULAR BELL SCHEDULEHIGH SCHOOL
MWF
7:30-7:42 / Homeroom/Breakfast / Homeroom/Breakfast
7:45-7:50 / Homeroom/Announcements / Homeroom/Announcements
7:53-8:33 / Period 1 / Period 1
8:36-9:16 / Period 2 / Period 2
9:19-9:59 / Period 3 / Period 3
10:02-10:42 / Period 4 / Period 4
10:45-11:15 / Period 5 / HS Supplemental Instruction
11:18-11:48 / Period 6a / HS Lunch A
11:51-12:31 / Period 6bc / Period 6
OR
11:18-11:58 / Period 6ab / Period 6
12:01-12:31 / Period 6c / HS Lunch B
12:34-1:14 / Period 7 / Period 7
1:17-1:57 / Period 8 / Period 8
2:00-2:40 / Period 9 / Period 9
TR
7:30-7:42 / Homeroom/Breakfast / Homeroom/Breakfast
7:45-7:50 / Homeroom/Announcements / Homeroom/Announcements
7:54-9:16 / Period 1/2 / Period 1/2
9:19-10:41 / Period 3/4 / Period 3/4
10:44-11:14 / Period 5 / HS Supplemental Instruction
11:18-11:48 / Period 7a/6a / HS Lunch A
11:52-1:14 / Period 7bc/6bc / Period 7 /6
OR
11:17-11:58 / Period 7a/6a / Period 7/6
12:01-12:31 / Period 7b/6b / HS Lunch B
12:34-1:15 / Period 7c/6c / Period 7/6
1:18-2:40 / Period 9/8 / Period 9/8
REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE
Junior High
MWF
7:30-7:42 / Homeroom/Breakfast / Homeroom/Breakfast
7:45-7:50 / Homeroom/Announcements / Homeroom/Announcements
7:53-8:33 / Period 1 / Period 1
8:36-9:16 / Period 2 / Period 2
9:19-9:59 / Period 3 / Period 3
10:02-10:42 / Period 4 / Cycle classes
10:45-11:15 / Period 5 / JH Lunch
11:18-11:48 / Period 6a / JH Supplemental Instruction
11:51-12:31 / Period 6bc / Period 6
12:34-1:14 / Period 7 / Period 7
1:17-1:57 / Period 8 / Period 8
2:00-2:40 / Period 9 / Period 9
TR
7:30-7:42 / Homeroom/Breakfast / Homeroom/Breakfast
7:45-7:50 / Homeroom/Announcements / Homeroom/Announcements
7:54-9:16 / Period 1/2 / Period 1/2
9:19-10:41 / Period 3/4 / Period 3/Cycle classes
10:44-11:14 / Period 5 / JH Lunch
11:18-11:48 / Period 7a/6a / JH Supplemental Instruction
11:52-1:14 / Period 7bc/6bc / Period 7/6
1:18-2:40 / Period 9/8 / Period 8/9
2 HR Delay
Bell Schedule
High School / Jr. High9:30-9:40 / Homeroom / Homeroom
9:40-9:43 / Homeroom/Announcements / Homeroom/Announcements
9:46-10:16 / Period 1 / Period 1
10:19-10:49 / Period 2 / Period 2
10:52-11:22 / Period 3 / Lunch
11:25-11:55 / HS Lunch A / Period 3
11:58-12:28 / Period 6 / Period 6
OR
11:25-11:55 / Period 6 / Period 3
11:58-12:28 / HS Lunch B / Period 6
12:31-1:01 / Period 4 / Period 4
1:04-1:34 / Period 7 / Period 7
1:37-2:07 / Period 8 / Period 8
2:10-2:40 / Period 9 / Period 9
School Enrollment and Records
Student Enrollment
In accordance with the Department of Education, for a student to be enrolled, the following documentation is required:
· Proof of child’s date of birth (birth certificate, baptismal certificate or a notarized statement from the parents)
· Record of immunizations
· Proof of residency within the district (electric bill, telephone bill, etc.)
· A copy of the IEP and Evaluation Report (if applicable)
In addition, a letter must be received from the placing agency for all foster students.
Student Transfers
To transfer from the United School District, parents/guardians should notify the school office one week prior to leaving. Departing students must return all school property and have all obligations satisfied before being cleared for withdrawal. A copy of the immunization record and report card will be prepared for the child. The school will furnish further records upon request by the new school.
Student Records
A permanent record file of each student’s biographical data, health records, standardized test scores, and grades is maintained by the school district. These records are considered confidential information and will not be released to any agency outside the school without a parent’s/guardian’s written permission.
If the student moves or transfers to another school system, permanent records are forwarded to the new school system if a forwarding address is available or has been provided upon request from the new school.
If a parent wishes to examine his/her child’s record at any time or to receive a copy, a written request should be submitted to the guidance office. Convenient arrangements will be made for a meeting to review the contents of the individual file.
Federal regulations give both biological parents the right to access their child’s educational records unless there is a court order, state statue, or legally binding document specifically prohibiting access. It is the duty of the parent seeking to deny access to the records to provide the school district with a copy of the court order or other document which limits or controls access to the student record. Each parent will have access to the child’s records unless the school has received a copy of a court order or similar legal document which limits access. This is true even if only one parent has custody of the child.
Change of Address
It is important that a parent/guardian contact the school immediately upon a change in address, telephone number, or any additional emergency contact information.