HIGH
SCHOOL
2008-2009
STUDENT
HANDBOOK
NAME:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 5
District #95 Belief Statement 5
Expectations of Students 5
Attendance 6
Anticipated Absence 7
Excessive Absence 7
Truancy/Truancy Schedule 7-8
Tardiness 8
Consequences of Tardiness 9
Closed Campus 9
Dress Code 10
Point System -- Classroom 11
Point System -- Building & Grounds 12
Disciplinary Action 13
Friday Late Stay 13
Detention 14
Alternative Education Room 14
Suspension-Expulsion-Due Process 15
Gross Disobedience-Gross Misconduct 15
Jurisdiction 17
Suspension 17
Expulsion 17
Rules-Regulations-Procedures 18
Rights and Responsibilities 20
Requirements for Graduation 26
Grading 27
Cheating 28
Participation in Activities 28
School Awards 29
Media Center 29
Services 31
Fees / Waivers 32
Student Welfare - Communicable Disease 33
Misconduct by Students with Disabilities 35
Policies on Access to Student Records 35
Administration of Medicine to Students 37
Self-Administration of Medication Guidelines 40
Acceptable Use of the Internet 43
CLASS TIMES
Regular Schedule
First period 8:05-8:52
Second period 8:56-9:43
Third period 9:47-10:34
Fourth period 10:38-11:25
Lunch 11:25-12:00
Fifth period 12:00-12:47
Sixth period 12:51-1:38
Seventh period 1:42-2:29
Eighth period 2:33-3:20
11:30 a.m. Early
Dismissal Schedule
First period 8:05-8:28
Second period 8:32-8:54
Third period 8:58-9:20
Fourth period 9:24-9:46
Fifth period 9:50-10:12
Sixth period 10:16-10:38
Seventh period 10:42-11:04
Eighth period 11:08-11:30
Lunch 11:30-12:00
2:30 p.m. Early
Dismissal Schedule
First period 8:05-8:47
Second period 8:51-9:31
Third period 9:35-10:15
Fourth period 10:19-10:59
Fifth period 11:03-11:43
Lunch 11:43-12:22
Sixth period 12:22-1:02
Seventh period 1:06-1:46
Eighth period 1:50-2:30
Principal Dave Meister 463-3088
Assistant Principal Kevin Van Meter 346-2157
SUPT. OFFICE 465-8448
Superintendent Connie Sutton 465-5206
DISTRICT #95 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Ronald Doris – Treasurer 465-4026
Doug Hasler- Vice-President 463-2816
Susan Furnish – 466-4055
Mark Isaf 463-1941
Tom Davis - President 463-1285
William Bailey- Secretary 463-9840
Steve Young - 466-4930
Handbook Revised and Adopted July 2008
Tho
The green and golden hue.
And the gentle sons of
To the red and gold are true.
We will own the lilies slender
Nor honor shall they lack,
While the Tiger stands defender
Of the
Thru' the four long years of high school,
Midst the scenes we love so well,
As the mystic charm of knowledge
We vainly seek to spell,
Or we win athletic victories
On the football field or track,
Still we fight for dear old
And the
INTRODUCTION
This handbook has been published for you, a student of
High School. We hope that you will gain information on
school activities, regulations, and procedures from this book.
Although serving as a general guide, this handbook is
not
necessarily complete in every detail. Throughout the year,
daily bulletins and announcements of changes in procedure
may supplement or change material contained in this
handbook. If
you have any questions, please ask a teacher, a
student council representative, counselor, or an administrator.
DISTRICT #95 BELIEF STATEMENTS
The fundamental beliefs of this school district which
are incorporated within our philosophy of education are:
1. Schools, parents, and community influence the conditions for
success.
2. Students learn at different rates.
3. Success breeds success.
4. Teachers make a difference.
5. Change is an ongoing process that is necessary for improvement.
6. Ongoing staff involvement in school improvement is essential for
professional growth.
The mission of District #95 is to prepare students to
become lifelong learners and productive members of society.
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
We expect that
1. Respect self, others, property and the environment.
2. Set and strive to meet high standards of performance.
3. Students will display academic integrity at all times.
4. Be effective communicators, problem-solvers
and decision-makers.
5. Use cooperative and independent learning strategies.
6. Have
developed a knowledge base that empowers them to become effective citizens.
ATTENDANCE - Regular attendance is essential if a student is to make use of the
educational opportunities the district offers. It develops dependability and
responsibility in the student and contributes to academic achievement. Parents,
guardians or those having legal custody or control of students are responsible
for their children's regular school attendance.
The district shall not be liable for the educational
progress of students who fail to maintain regular attendance habits. The
district will not be liable for the progress of students who are removed from
the school for extended periods of time contrary to law or good educational
procedure.
When a student is absent a parent or guardian must
call the school (466-1175) between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the day the
student is absent. We would encourage parents to call before noon whenever
possible. If it is impossible for the parent to call, the student may call in
himself, but the parent must verify the absence before 8:00 a.m. the
following school day. If the school does not receive a phone call on the day of
the absence or if the parent fails to verify the absence of a student who
called in himself, the student may be considered truant and receive detentions
and/or AER and the absence will not be excused.
Students, who arrive after school begins, must first
report to the office. Students who are in attendance in the morning, but do not
return after lunch must have their absence verified by a parent or guardian in
order to be excused. It will be the responsibility of the pupil to consult with
the teacher concerning work to be made up. A student has one school day
for each day of excused absence in order to complete make-up work. Students
will be allowed a maximum of two weeks to make up an incomplete grade
following the end of any term.
For absences of more than five days, the work will be
made up through consultation with individual teachers. Teachers will allow work
to be made up for credit only if the absence is excused.
STUDENTS ARE NOT TO
SCHOOL HOURS FOR ANY REASON WITHOUT
FIRST CHECKING OUT AT THE OFFICE. FAILURE
TO CHECK OUT PROPERLY WILL RESULT IN AN
UNEXCUSED ABSENCE AND/OR A TRUANCY AND
THE ASSIGNMENT OF BUILDING & GROUNDS POINTS.
Anticipated Absence -- An anticipated absence is one, which can be foreseen
by the student and his parents and is deemed appropriate by the administration.
Arrangements must be made with the school at least one full day in
advance or the absence may not be excused. Examples of anticipated absences
are family trips, church trips, needed to help at home, or college visits.
Excessive Absences -- All absences after the 5 verified by the
parent/guardian will be considered unexcused and the student will receive a
zero for all work missed. After 5 parent verifiable
absences during a semester the student will be notified at school and the
student's parents will be notified by mail. All absences verified by a doctor’s
note will be considered excused and those days will not count toward the 5 day
limit. After the limit of 5 absences during a semester, the
Principal or the Assistant Principal may call a conference with the
parents and student. Following this conference, a student may be placed on one
of the following options:
A. The student and parents may be allowed to present evidence of
extenuating circumstances and request that consideration is given to the
extension of the 5-day limit.
B. The student may be allowed to return to class and told that any
further absences will require a doctor's statement to validate the absence. Any
additional absences without a doctor's statement will be reported to the truant
officer for possible legal action.
Truancy -- Students
absent for reasons other than those specifically provided for in this article
will be considered
TRUANT. The
burden of verification of the reason for the absence lies with the student and
his parents. A truancy is an unexcused absence, which
results in a "0" for each class missed. Students 10 mins late or
those who leave class without permission will also be considered truant.
A student absent without valid excuse (truant) for ten
(10) consecutive days or more may be dropped
from school attendance for that semester.
Chronic or habitual truant -- a child who is subject to compulsory school attendance
and who is absent without valid cause from such attendance for ten percent or
more of the previous 180 regular attendance days.
Truant minor -- a child who to whom supportive services, including prevention,
diagnostic, intervention and remedial services, alternative programs and other
school and community resources have been provided and have failed to result in
the cessation of chronic truancy or have been offered and refused.
Valid Cause-- "Valid
Cause" for absence means
ILLNESS, OBSERVANCE OF A RELIGIOUS
DEATH IN THE IMMEDIATE FAMILY as defined in
Section 24-6 of The School Code (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1989, ch.122, par.
24-6) but also including aunts and uncles of the affected student, FAMILY
EMERGENCY, AND SHALL INCLUDE SUCH OTHER SITUATIONS BEYOND THE CONTROL OF THE
STUDENT AS DETERMINED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION, OR SUCH OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES
WHICH CAUSE REASONABLE CONCERN TO THE PARENT FOR THE SAFETY OR HEALTH OF THE
STUDENT (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1989, ch. 122 par. 26-2a), as attested by a letter
signed by such parent and approved or disapproved by the Board of Education.
TRUANCY SCHEDULE - The
following schedule will be used as a guideline for all truancies that occur throughout
the school year. Supportive
services will be offered to the student who is experiencing an attendance
problem.
1st Occurrence -
Notification of parents. Student assigned one detention per class period he/she
was truant, or if truant more than two (2) class periods, a day of AER will be
assigned.
2nd Occurrence -
Notification of parents, social worker and guidance staff. Student assigned one
(1) day of AER.
3rd Occurrence -
Notification of/or conference held with the parents. Notification of social
worker and guidance staff.
Student assigned one (1) day of AER.
4th Occurrence -
(And All Successive Truancies)
Consequences to be determined by administrator, including but not
limited to After School Detention, late Friday stay, loss of off campus lunch
privileges, AER, Conference with faculty discipline council, out-of-school
suspension or community service.
TARDINESS - Students
not in the room and ready to work when the bell rings will be considered tardy.
Teachers may also require students to be in their assigned seats when the bell
rings. The teacher will keep an accurate record of the student's tardiness.
Tardies are counted under this policy on a semester basis.
CONSEQUENCES OF TARDINESS
These are guidelines intended to allow students to
have a clear expectation of the consequences of continual tardiness. The
administration reserves the ability to deviate from this schedule if deemed
needed to address unique or unforeseen circumstances.
1- Free – Documented by teacher
2- Free– Documented by teacher
3- Detention with Teacher
4- 3 Days AER @ Lunch
5- 3 nights detention
6- 5 nights detention
7- 1 Full Day AER
8+- Friday Late Stay
Closed Campus
Cafeteria
The school
cafeteria is maintained as a vital part of the health program of the school. To encourage good nutrition, a well-balanced
lunch is offered at a reasonable price.
Those students that can’t afford to purchase lunches at school may seek
a free or reduced lunch by completing the needed paper work and returning it to
the PHS office for consideration. The lunchroom management and your fellow
students will appreciate your cooperation in:
1.
Freshmen and sophomores are required to
“sign in” either by
purchasing a hot lunch or reporting to the sack lunch line, failure to do so
will be punishable with an after school detention. Chronic offenders to this
policy may be dealt with as the administration deems appropriate.
2.
Freshmen
and sophomores may be signed out by a parent / grandparent one time per quarter in order to take them to lunch. Parents are
required to sign the student out at the beginning of the lunch period at the
main office.
3.
Approaching
the lunchroom in an orderly manner.
4.
No
cutting in line or “holding” a place in line for someone else.
5.
No
taking food from other students’ trays.
6.
Keeping
all food and drink in the cafeteria.
7.
Depositing
all lunch litter in wastebaskets before placing trays in window.
8.
Leaving
the table and floor around your place in a clean condition for others.
Students may
bring sack lunches and must eat these in the cafeteria at lunch tables. Students may not have commercially prepared
food delivered without the permission of the Principal.
DRESS CODE
The District believes that neat, orderly, and clean dress and grooming are important factors in maintaining a school environment conducive to learning and participation in school and school related activities.
Students will be expected to keep themselves
well-groomed and neatly dressed at all times while at school and school related
activities. While the District and the Courts have recognized a student’s right
to freedom of expression with respect to the manner of dress and grooming, this
School District reserves the right to restrict a student’s dress and grooming
when the dress and grooming is detrimental to the standards expected at Paris
High School. Any form of dress which is considered contrary to good hygiene, is
a distraction or disruptive, is detrimental to the standards of this school, or
is a danger to the health or safety of the student will not be permitted.
General Guidelines
1. Offensive or sexually suggestive slogans/pictures will not be
permitted.
2. A reference to alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs on clothing is not
permitted.
3. Shoes must be worn at all times.
4. Hats, headbands, and bandannas may not be worn or
carried into class.
5. Students should be clothed from shoulder to mid thigh
6. The
length of the shirt/blouse should not allow the midriff to be exposed. No
halter-tops, or tube tops will be permitted.
7. Tank tops
worn by either sex are not permitted (straps must be at least three fingers
wide) or are tops with plunging necklines or armholes.
8. No
exposed undergarments
These guides are intended only to illustrate what is unacceptable and
are not meant to list all types of dress and grooming which are contrary to the
District’s expected standards. As a general guideline, student dress should be
clean, safe, and non-disruptive to the educational process as determined by the
administration, the courts, and the State of
Consequences:
1st occurrence: Teacher sends offending student to the office. Student will
be asked to call home as well as correct the situation.
2nd occurrence: Teacher sends offending student to the office. Student will
be asked to call home as well as correct the situation. An after school
detention will be assigned.
3rd and subsequent occurrences: consequences may include but are not
limited to: After school detention, AER, Parent conference with faculty
discipline council, loss of off campus lunch privileges, out of school
suspension, or community service.
DISCIPLINE POLICY - (POINT SYSTEM) - A point system has been developed which provides that
students are assigned points for behavioral infractions. The student is
informed of the misbehavior and given an opportunity to improve before a more
severe discipline is imposed. The point system is an attempt to teach students
responsibility for their actions and to help them learn what
is acceptable and unacceptable behavior in the school community and society in
general. The point system also delineates for students, staff, and
administration when the student's behavior has reached the point where a
recommendation for class removal or a recommendation for expulsion is
warranted. Furthermore, the point system is a method by which the classroom
teacher and the administration will communicate to parents what is expected of
students, exactly how many demerits or points their child has accumulated and
at what point severe action will be taken.
Points are given on two levels: (1) Classroom -- given by
the classroom teacher for infractions of classroom rules and
(2) Building and Grounds -- given by
administration / teachers for infractions of school rules such as failure to
sign in, misbehavior in the halls and grounds, or any behavior constituting
gross disobedience. At both levels, the classroom and
building and grounds, all attempts will be made to alter the student's behavior
through consequences, parental conferences, guidance services, and other
appropriate services before the student reaches maximum points. Building
administrators will have approval of building and grounds points assigned by
staff.
Point System --
Classroom
The classroom teacher will develop his/her classroom
rules and points given for infractions. The rules and demerits will be
communicated to students in writing so that they know the behavioral
expectations and the consequences should they misbehave. The rules and points
will also be turned in to administration. The teacher will also keep his/her
own record of the student's accumulation of points.
The classroom teacher will send a letter home upon the
accumulation of 10 disciplinary points in a semester in a particular class. A
copy of the letter will also be given to the administration and the student. If
a student receives 20 points in a semester, the student will be placed in AER
for a period of one to five days. The teacher will notify the parent by telephone about the
temporary removal from class. The parent may request a conference with
the teacher and counselor/administration.
At the accumulation of thirty 30 points per semester
in a particular class, the teacher may request that the student be removed from
class and placed in AER for the remainder of the semester. The student will be accorded due process prior to
the removal including the right to explain to an administrator his/her
version of the events, which lead to the removal. The removed student
shall be required to make arrangements with his/her teacher on a weekly
basis to complete the course requirements from which the student was removed.
The student shall suffer no academic penalty solely by reason of having
been removed from class. In some circumstances upon agreement by the
teacher, student, and administrator, the student may be reinstated in
class.
In addition to assigning points for rule infractions,
the classroom teacher can also assign detentions to students.
Teachers will include in classroom rules the
conditions upon which student may be assigned detentions. Once a student has
served or missed an assigned detention with a teacher, the student may be
assigned an office detention supervised by an administrator.
Point System --
Building and Grounds
The point system will apply to behavior outside the
classroom if the behavior occurs on school grounds or has reasonable connection
to the school program. Points shall accumulate by semester of attendance.
Teachers, administrators, and staff will be responsible to administer this
policy.
Accumulation of 15 points -- a student may be assigned detention,
community service, have off campus lunch privileges revoked, or appropriate
alternative consequences.
Accumulation of 20 points -- a student may be assigned AER,
suspended 1 to 3 days, or appropriate alternative consequences.
Accumulation of 30 points -- a student may be assigned multiple
days of AER, suspended 1 to 5 days, or appropriate alternative consequences.
Accumulation of 40 points -- a student may be suspended for 5 to
10 days or receive appropriate alternative consequences.
Any accumulation over 50 points may result in
expulsion proceedings.
The point system is a method of progressive discipline
and, to
the
extent circumstances warrant it, the administration will impose discipline in a
progressive manner using the point system to assure the cohesive and consistent
application of consequences for certain acts of misconduct. However, while the
system is designed to assure consistent application of discipline, each act of
misconduct giving rise to a cause for disciplinary action shall be judged on its
own merit, and the administration reserved the right to impose MORE severe
disciplinary sanctions than called for by the point system in situations where
there is a major or particularly serious infraction, or when a series of
repeated infractions warrant a more serious disciplinary action. Further, the
administration reserves the right to impose LESS severe disciplinary sanctions
than called for as the situation warrants it. As it is impossible to anticipate
all specific instances of misconduct, the administration reserves the right to
impose a punishment for specific situations not addressed in the misconduct
point system.
DISCIPLINARY ACTION - We will not tolerate a
student stopping a teacher from teaching or another student from learning.
School officials will discipline appropriately all students who do not conduct
themselves in accordance with the rules and regulations and who thus hinder the
learning process of other pupils. Furthermore, dependent on the nature
and severity of the infraction, school officials may exercise their
authority to request the assistance of law enforcement agencies.
The following are explanations of the disciplinary
measures that may be employed by school personnel following a student's
violation or continued violation of rules or regulations. A violation of the
rules is to be established by a preponderance of evidence, and disciplinary
action taken will be based on established guidelines, previous infractions, and
the situation. Disciplinary measures that may be used include but are not
limited to detention, Alternative Education Room, parent conference with
faculty discipline council, out-of school suspension, or expulsion.
FRIDAY LATE STAY- A student that has continuing problems with attendance, tardiness, or
other problems that may result in AER or out of school suspensions may be
placed in Friday late stays. Students will be kept after school from 3:30 until
6:30. They will be expected to do work as instructed. Failure to sit a late
stay as assigned will result in a three day out of school suspension and
reassignment of the late stay
DETENTION - A student may be detained after school by a staff
member for up to sixty (60) minutes as a disciplinary measure. The student must
notify and receive approval from that staff member if he cannot be present, so
that the next day may be rescheduled for the detention. Failure to show up for
detention as assigned without prior arrangements will result in the student's
receiving additional disciplinary action. In some instances, depending on the
nature and severity of the infraction, students will sit after school
detention(s) for up to sixty (60) minutes with the principal or assistant
principal on Monday through Friday in the library.
ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION ROOM - (Purpose: To provide an educational environment for a
student who because of certain circumstances needs an alternative to his/her
educational schedule.) Students get the assignments for the day from their
teachers and a list of the assignments is provided for the supervisor. Students
are assigned to the room from 8:15 to 4:00 They do not
leave the area during that time. They may bring a bagged lunch with them or
lunch may be obtained in the cafeteria. Students must be quiet, seated, and
working on assignments. (If assignments are completed, students must be engaged
in reading or writing). If rules are not followed, the school office will be
notified, and further disciplinary measures will be taken. (This may include
but is not limited to being held later or assigned extra days if they continue
to misbehave).
* Students are NOT allowed to participate in or practice for
extra-curricular activities during A.E.R., Out-of-School Suspension.
* Homework assignments may be made up for full credit
during A.E.R. or Out-of-School Suspension.
PARENTAL-FACULTY DISCIPLINE COUNCIL
CONFERENCE – Purpose
is to form a collaborative team to help a student who may be at risk
behaviorally and has had difficulty following policies. The council will
consist of teachers, administration, parents/guardians, and the students. The
council will discuss options to help the student and may develop an action plan
to follow.
SUSPENSION --- EXPULSION --- DUE PROCESS
Section 10-22.6 of the School Code of
Board of Education the power to suspend or expel a
student "...guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct." It permits the Board to authorize the building
administrator(s) to suspend students for a period not to exceed ten (10) school
days for acts of gross disobedience or misconduct. Also, Board policy 520.25
permits the teacher and administrator to remove a student from class for
disruptive behavior. The Board of Education of District #95 has the legal
authority to expel a student for more than ten (10) days up to two calendar
years. So that each student and parent of District #95 may know what might be
considered "gross disobedience or misconduct," the Board of Education
states that all of the following acts may be cause for SUSPENSION or
EXPULSION: These rules shall also apply to ALL extracurricular
and school sponsored events.
GROSS DISOBEDIENCE --- GROSS MISCONDUCT
Offenses that may be considered as constituting gross
disobedience and/or misconduct and could result in suspension or
expulsion are:
A. Insubordination
to or failure to comply with directions of teachers or other school personnel.
B. Possession
of, use of, or distribution of any weapon. Weapons include, but are not
limited, to such items as handguns of any sort, chains, knives, shotguns, brass
knuckles, Billy clubs, "look alike", or any other item (such as bats,
pipes, sticks, etc.) if used to cause bodily harm. Students violating this rule
may be expelled for up to two (2) calendar years.
C. Possession,
use, distribution, purchase, sale, or being under the influence marijuana,
"look alike" drugs, or any other illicit drug; use, possession,
distribution of drug paraphernalia such as pipes, clips, and rolling papers.
D. Possession,
use, distribution, purchase, sale, or being under the influence of alcohol.
E. Possession
of and use of tobacco on the school grounds.
F. Intimidating
or attempting to intimidate school personnel or fellow students.
G. Fighting
or assaulting school personnel or anyone else on school property.
H. Theft of,
or intentional damage to, or destruction of school property, property of school
personnel, or property of other students.
I. Serious
verbal abuses or use of profanity or obscenity to school personnel or anyone
else on school property.
J. Endangering
the physical or psychological well being of the school population by acts such
as:
1. Release of a school fire alarm without appropriate cause.
2. Setting off of fireworks or other explosive devices.
3. Causing the unnecessary evacuation of the school buildings.
4. Possessing/using laser pointers.
K. Conducting
or participation in "demonstrations" which interfere with the
operation of the school.
L. Failure
or refusal to serve detention --- Detention is supervised study assigned to
students guilty of petty disobedience or misconduct.
M. All acts
which directly or indirectly jeopardize the health, safety, and welfare of
school personnel or fellow students.
This includes the throwing of any object that can reasonably be
considered to cause a danger to school personnel or other students.
N. Chronic
truancy or excessive tardiness from school, class, or other officially
designated school assignment.
O. Publication and/or distribution of obscene or profane material.
P. Wearing,
possessing, using, distributing, displaying or selling any clothing, jewelry,
emblem, badge, symbol, sign or other item which is evidence of membership or
affiliation in any gang; committing any act or behavior, using either verbal or
nonverbal gestures, handshakes, drawing, graffiti, tattoos, etc., indicating
membership or affiliation in a gang, using any speech or committing any act or
behavior in furtherance of the interests of any gang or gang activity,
including but not limited to soliciting membership, intimidating, threatening,
committing any illegal act or violating school district policies.
Q. Gambling
on school premises or at school events.
R. Tampering
with the computer network system including bypassing start-up files or altering
workstation settings.
S. Continuing
misconduct.
T. Other
behavior that is of such a gross nature as to constitute a violation of the
spirit or intent of these rules though not explicitly stated above or which
itself is so gross as to constitute a violation of the statute.
U. When any
of the above behavior also constitutes criminal misconduct, law enforcement
officials will be summoned and tickets may be issued.
JURISDICTION - The jurisdiction of the school with respect to the foregoing rules of
conduct shall apply to misconduct (a) on the school grounds, during and before
or after school hours; (b) on the school grounds at any other time when the
school is being used by any school group; (c) off the school grounds at a
school activity, function or event; or (d) when the student is traveling to or
from school or such educational function.
SUSPENSION -
In the event that a student is to be suspended from school, he/she shall:
1. Receive
notice (either oral or written) of the charges, evidence, and length of
suspension from the principal or assistant principal.
2. Should be
given an opportunity to explain his/her version of the incident if he/she
denies the charges.
The notice will precede the students being removed
from school unless the student's presence constitutes an ongoing threat of
disruption or poses a danger to persons or property. In addition, every effort
will be made to hold an informal discussion between the disciplinarian and
student prior to the student being suspended from school.
The student's parents/guardians will be notified of
the suspension by letter. An attempt will be made to inform the parent/guardian
of the suspension by phone. The notification shall include the nature of the
offense, the number of days of the suspension, and an appraisal of their right
to request a hearing with the Board of Education concerning the suspension.
Students are allowed to do the work that is assigned class during their
suspension. Students are responsible to see their teachers before or during
their suspension to get the work they will miss. All work will be due upon the
student’s reinstatement from suspension.
EXPULSION - In expulsion cases, the following is required:
1. The
student and the student's parents shall be notified by certified or registered
mail of the reasons for the expulsion, including a copy of the rules and
regulations allegedly violated, the length of the expulsion, and the date,
time, and place of the school board hearing.
2. At the
hearing by the School Board, the student has a right to counsel at his/her own
expense, the right to question the person who made the recommendation to expel,
the right to be present and question witnesses, and the right to make a
statement in his/her own behalf.
RULES --- REGULATIONS --- PROCEDURES
1. Between
the hours of 7:00- 8:00am, students may go to the Cafeteria. They may also work
in the
2. At
no time are students to make noise or cause confusion in the halls. After the
bell has rung to start class, there is to be no unauthorized movement in the
halls. Any student in the hall during class time must have a hall pass signed by
a teacher showing the time and destination of his mission.
3. Students
will participate only in the class activities and functions of the class in
which they are classified.
4. Food
and drink are allowed only in the Cafeteria.
5. The use of
electronic devices in the school building and during school hours is
prohibited. School hours shall be
considered 8:00-3:15. Any such devices
should be stored in a student’s locked locker and turned off. This includes, but is not limited to cell
phones, IPODs, headphones, DVD players / recorders, MP3’s, etc…When a student
is discovered using an item during these times, the teacher will confiscate the
item and deliver it to the office. The school assumes no responsibility for the
loss of any of these items. Students may use laptops in the building or
educational use only and with the permission of their classroom teacher.
Students that use laptops inappropriately will lose this privilege.
1st offense – Warning (given
back to student at the end of the day)
2nd offense – Warning (parent
must pick up cell phone)
3rd offense + - Student placed in AER for the
remainder of the day and released at 4:00 (Parent must pick up phone)
(Students using electronic devices in the building
before or after school hours may be asked to stop or leave the building at the
staff member’s discretion.)
6. Public
displays of affection will not be tolerated in and around the school (except
for holding hands). Students in violation of this regulation will be referred
to the office for disciplinary action. Such discipline may include detention
and/or suspension from school.
7. Visitors
coming to school must have a visitor's pass, which is issued, in the
principal's office. Arrangements for a visitor must be made at least one school
day in advance of the visit and all arrangements are subject to the approval of
the principal or his designee.
8. The
school has no parking facilities for students' cars. Those students who
determine that they must drive to school are asked to park their cars along the
streets surrounding the school taking care not to block access to driveways of
the home. The parking lot to the south of the school is reserved for teachers.
9. School
lockers are provided for convenience of the students.
Inspection, control, supervision and assignment of
lockers remain within the authority of school officials. Students will be
provided a lock at the beginning of the year. A lost lock will cost $5.00
Students may use the lock for the following year provided they bring it and
show it to the office. If the lock is left on the locker at the end of the
school year, it then becomes property of the school. It is the responsibility
of the students to keep their lockers locked. Nothing of great value should
even be kept in a student's locker.
10. The
office telephones are business phones and cannot be used for personal needs of
the students. The office does provide a phone that students may use to make
local emergency calls.
11. Permission
to call class meetings or schedule social events must be obtained from the
class sponsor and the principal.
12. All
students are requested to notify the office at once if there is a change of
address or phone number during the year. If a student moves into Crestwood Unit
#4 District, he must obtain a permit card from Unit 4 office in order to
continue in school.
13. Every
accident in the school building, on the school grounds, at practice sessions,
or at any athletic event sponsored by the school, must be reported immediately
to the person in charge.
14. All
materials to be placed on the hallway bulletin boards must be approved in the
office. Only posters or announcements of school or student related activities
will be allowed. At no time are posters, signs, stickers, etc to be placed or
taped on any lockers or painted wall surface.
15. Textbooks
are furnished to students without charge. Any damage to books beyond that which
might be expected from normal use will become the financial responsibility of
the student.
16. Every
student taking Physical Education is required to have a regulation gym suit.
The apparel consists of black shorts and gray
17. Coats and
book bags may be brought to class at the discretion of the teacher.
18. Surveillance Cameras- Due to the increased need for security in, on and
around the high school, we have installed video surveillance cameras in and
around the building. The cameras are located in strategic positions and their
purpose in to help guarantee the safety of students and staff.
19. Closed Campus- All freshmen and sophomores are required to eat
lunch on campus at
20. No
Pass/Play for Extra-curricular --
Present Scholastic Standing: Students will be ineligible until the next weekly
check is conducted if they are not passing a minimum of 3 credits during a
weekly check.
Previous Quarter Record:. Unless entering secondary work for the first time,
the student must have passed at least 3 credits during the previous quarter.
If the student did not pass a minimum of 3 credits
during the previous quarter, he/she will be ineligible for the following
quarter
Previous Semester Record: Unless entering secondary work for the first time, the
student must have passed at least 3 credits during the previous semester if the student
did not pass a minimum of 3 credits
during the previous semester, he/she will be ineligible for the following
semester. For the purpose of this
policy, extracurricular activities will be defined as those activities
"outside the regular course of study but under the supervision of
the school."
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform Student Grievance Procedure-A grievance is a difference of opinion raised by a
student or group students involving: (1) the meaning, interpretation or
application of established policies: (2) Difference in treatment; or (3) application
of the legal requirements of civil rights legislation.
This procedure is not intended to limit the option of the district and
a grievant(s) to resolve any grievance mutually and informally. Hearings and
conferences under this procedure shall be conducted at a time and place that
will afford a fair and equitable opportunity for all persons. The grievance
procedure is not required if the grievant(s) prefers other alternatives such as
the Office of Civil Rights or the courts.
Due process shall exist throughout the procedure with the right to (1)
representation; (2) present witnesses and evidence; (3) confidentiality; (4)
review relevant records; and, (5) proceed without harassment and/or
retaliation.
DUE PROCESS
1. Right to Representation
A grievant(s) may choose to be represented by an attorney or other
person of their choosing, such as a relative or advocate. Issues of ordinary
school operation should however, be resolved as informally as possible.
2. Right to Present Witness and Evidence
Grievant(s) shall be allowed to present the grievance with relevant
evidence and pertinent witnesses. Both parties shall have the opportunity for
hearing and questioning witnesses.
3. Time Limits
All participants shall adhere to the time limits prescribed for each
level. Failure by the administration at any step of the procedure to
communicate the decision on the grievance within the specified time limit shall
permit the grievant(s) to proceed to the next step. Failure on the part of the
grievant(s) to appeal the decision to the next step within the specified time
limits shall be deemed to be an acceptance of the decision rendered at that
step.
4. Right to Information
Unless state laws and right-to-privacy laws are violated, all relevant
records with names and identifying information
must be
made available to the grievant(s) for use as
evidence
in the grievance issue.
5. Privacy
During the grievance procedure except at Step IV, the grievant(s) shall
have the right to designate whether the procedure and meetings will be confidential,
including names and related information.
6. Reprisals - Retaliation
Participants in a grievance submitted in this district shall not be
subjected to reprisals, retaliation or different treatment because of such
participation. Participation shall not be recorded in the student file(s) or
used to affect equal opportunity for access and equity in educational programs
and services.
DIRECTIONS
Each step of the authority shall acknowledge in writing the date of
receipt of the written grievance with the statement that the issue will be
considered promptly.
By Step III the grievance must be submitted in writing, dated and
signed with name of the attendance center and the grade level of the
grievant(s). The issue should be described as specifically and completely as
possible, include the name of anyone who will represent the grievant(s). A
statement of possible relief necessary to resolve the issue should be offered.
If the issue is of the type that would require a decision from higher
authority, the facts surrounding the grievance should be compiled in writing
and submitted to the proper level of authority, operating through appropriate
channels. All levels of authority shall give immediate attention to the
grievance issue, being aware of the specified timelines. Copies of the written
answers to the grievant(s) shall be submitted to the superintendent, assistant
superintendent and/or building principal. This response shall contain a summary
of the evidence determined; the conclusion(s) reached with reasons and shall be
delivered to each grievance(s). If hand delivery with receipt cannot be made,
registered mail will be used.
STEP I
The student(s) and/or parent(s) should discuss the matter with the
person(s) directly responsible for the grievance issue within fourteen (14)
days of the time when a reasonable alert person should have been aware of the
event-giving rise to a grievance. An oral response must be made within five (5)
days (days mean days when school is in session).
STEP II
If the problem is not resolved, the grievance should be referred
informally to: Building Principal. A meeting must be held within five (5) days
from notification of referral and an oral response made within five (5) days.
STEP III
If the grievance is still not resolved, it should be submitted in
writing within ten (10) days to: Superintendent. The grievance should be
described as specifically and completely as possible. A thorough investigation
of the issue will be documented. Extra time, if needed, can be mutually agreed
upon. A meeting must be held between the grievant and district representative
within ten (10) days and a written response made within five (5) days.
STEP IV
If a satisfactory solution is not reached, the grievant(s) may appeal
the issue in writing to the office of the superintendent or designee within ten
(10) days from the receipt of the response on Step III. A meeting between
parties will be held within ten (10) days and a written response made within
five (5) days. A complete record of this meeting shall be kept and signed by
both parties for possible future reference.
STEP V
If the issue is not satisfactorily resolved in Step IV, the grievant(s)
may appeal the grievance in writing to the School Board within five (5) days
from the receipt of the written response. The Board shall consider the appeal
within sixty (60) days and a written response shall be given within five (5)
days.
STEP VI
If the issue is not satisfactorily resolved in Step V, the grievant(s)
may appeal the grievance in writing to the Superintendent of Educational
Service Region and, thereafter to the State Superintendent of Education
pursuant to the School Code.
It is the policy of this district that all grievances be resolved
quickly and at the lowest step possible.
Please note: The appeal process is
different for the extra curricular code.
School Bus -
Student behavior is expected to be acceptable during the transporting of the
student to and from school related activities. If the student's behavior is not
acceptable, the privilege of riding the school bus may be withdrawn, and it
becomes the responsibility of the parent to transport the student. Consequences
for a bus violation will range from a verbal warning and/or a conference with
the parent(s) to suspension of bus privileges.
Police Interrogation - A juvenile officer may interview a student providing
he presents proper identification to the principal prior to the interview. The
parent or guardian may be notified before the student is interviewed. The
interview may be conducted at the discretion of the building administrator, in
the presence of a teacher, counselor, or principal and the parent or guardian,
if the parent or guardian desires to be present for the interview.
Canine Search Policy -
Random Drug Testing - The
Board of Education of Paris District #95 recognizes the health risks and
dangers associated with the use of unlawful, illicit drugs and/or alcohol.
Therefore, one condition of student participation in extra-curricular
activities is an agreement by the student to submit to testing for the use of
drugs, alcohol, and tobacco products, if selected, in accordance with the
random drug testing program. In addition, the school will test any students who
volunteer to participate in the program as well as students under the age of 18
whose parents wish to have them included in the program. For further
information or to be included in the program, contact the Principal at the high
school office.
Drug Testing -
A student may be asked to submit to a drug test when school officials have a
reasonable suspicion the student has used or is under the influence of alcohol,
marijuana, any controlled substance or related drug paraphernalia other than as
prescribed by a physician, or any other intoxicating substance on school
grounds, at any school sponsored event or on any other occasion the school
shall legitimate interest in regulating. All attempts will be made to obtain
parental permission before drug testing if the student is under age 17.
Alco Screen - A student may be asked to submit to an alco screen saliva analysis when
school officials have a reasonable suspicion the student has used or is under
the influence of any chemical as defined above. The administration of the alco
screen will be done in the presence of a minimum of one (1) certified staff
member and one (1) other adult.
Non- Discrimination Policy - It is the policy of the Paris Union School District
#95 not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin or
disability in its educational and extra-curricular programs and activities as
required by Illinois PA 79-597 and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.
Inquiries regarding compliance with the Illinois Sex
Equity Rules and Title IX may be directed to the Coordinator for
Non-discrimination for Paris Union School District #95, District
Superintendent, 414 South Main Street, Paris, IL 61944; telephone (217)
465-8448.
Educational Rights of Homeless Youths - District 95 has identified a liaison for homeless
children and youth. You can contact the administrative office at 465-8448 to
contact the liaison, Mrs. Amy Perry. The liaison for the homeless will be
responsible for ensuring that:
1. Homeless children and youths are identified by
school personnel and through coordination activities with other entities and
agencies.
2. Homeless children and youths enroll in, and have a
full and equal opportunity to succeed in, schools of that local educational
agency.
3. Homeless families, children, and youths receive
educational services for which such families, children, and youths are
eligible, including Head Start and Even Start programs and preschool programs
administered by District 95, and referrals to health care services, dental
services, mental health services, and other appropriate services.
4. The parents or guardians of homeless children and
youths are informed of the educational and related opportunities available to
their children and are provided with meaningful opportunities to participate in
the education of their children.
5. Public notice of the educational rights of homeless
children and youths is disseminated where such children and youths receive
services under this Act, such as schools, family shelters, and soup kitchens.
6. Enrollment disputes are appropriately mediated.
7. The parent or guardian of
a homeless child or youth, and any unaccompanied youth, is fully informed of
all transportation services, including transportation to the school of origin.
Sexual Harassment Policy - Sexual
harassment has no place in
(a) Submission
to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly as a term or condition
of an individual's employment or educational development;
(b) Submission
to a rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for an
employment or education decision affecting such individual; or
(c) Such
conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an
individual's work or educational performance or creating an intimidating,
hostile, or offensive work environment.
Sexual harassment is a violation of state and federal
law, and the officials of
Student Aggression Prevention Policy - The School board has determined that aggressive
behavior among students, including bullying (as defined below), places an
educational environment at increased risk for violence. The School Board has
also determined that students who are at risk for engaging in aggressive
behavior often exhibit early warning signs that can be addressed as part of a
violence prevention plan, thereby increasing the overall safety of a school.
Accordingly, it is the policy of this School Board to identify students who are
at risk for aggressive behavior, including (but not limited to) bullying in
full compliance with section 10-20.14(d) of the The School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-20.14(d)).
Bullying is defined as persistent, negative, psychological or physical
act directed by a stronger student or group against a weaker one.
Teachers, administrators, and other school staff are encouraged to use
training, provided by the school district, to identify student who might be at
risk for engaging in aggressive behavior towards students, staff, or other
members of the school community. They will then direct their concerns to the
school administration that will refer the question to a District specialist who
is trained in evaluating and addressing serious behavioral issues. If the
student is determined to be at risk for engaging in aggressive behavior, the
student's parents will be notified, and a plan for intervention will be
implemented.
Leaving Campus for School Related Activities – Students may leave campus to perform such duties
as performing community service, making community contacts, picking up or
delivering school related material. In such instances, school rules regarding
the sign-out, sign-in procedure apply, as do all rules regarding student
conduct and behavior. A student violating school rules and/or procedure during
participation in the School Service Corps shall be subject to school discipline
procedures. The school district will not be responsible for any injury or act
of a School Service Corps volunteer whose conduct giving rise to the injury or
act is in violation of school policies, rules, and/or procedures.
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Course ’09 10 11 12
English 4 credits……………………………………………
Social Studies 2 credits …………………………………………..
Math 2 credits
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Science 2 credits
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Physical Ed 31/4credits…………………………………………
Consumer Ec
1/2 credit……………………………………………
Driver Ed 1/4 credit……………………………………………
Comp. Concepts.
1/2credit…………………………………………….
Health 1/2 credit……………………………………………
Electives 10 credits 11 credits 12 credits 13 credits
Total 25 credits 26 credits 27
credits 28 credits
A correspondence course credit, extension course credit, or summer
school credit may be arranged through the guidance counselors to make up credit
deficiencies. A maximum of 2 units of credit may be counted toward the
requirements for high school graduation.
Lunch Bunch - It
is sometime hard for freshmen to make the adjustment to the work required for
success at PHS. Since it is our desire
that all freshmen are promoted to sophomore status we have initiated a group
called the “lunch bunch”. This is a group of freshmen that the principal or his
designee has determined need additional time or assistance to succeed. The
students in this group have there grades monitored one or more times a week and
are required to report to a study hall during the lunch hour that is monitored
by certified staff.
GRADING
A. Periods of Reports
1. Report cards will be distributed to students on a quarterly basis.
2. If it is deemed necessary, a personal report may be mailed to
parents during any nine week period to advise them of any academic difficulty
their son/daughter may be experiencing.
3. Seniors in jeopardy of failing a course will receive special
notification in writing from the teacher of the class 4 weeks before the end of
school. The teacher will also make a personal contact with both the student and
parent 4 weeks before the end of school. It is possible for a senior to fail
even though passing four weeks prior to the end of school.
Documentation of this contact will be filed in the office.
B. Marking System
1. All marks issued to classify students will be done in letters.
Letters will also be used on the permanent record cards.
2. The following is the six level marking scale
that will be used:
A -
B - Above Average
C Average
D - Below Average
E - Passing Due To Effort
F - Failing - No Credit
WF - Withdrew Failing - No Credit
P - Pass-Fail Option (for credit). A
student has the opportunity to take a fifth
solid subject on a pass-fail basis not
including any required course, Tiger Tales, Arena,
Band or Chorus. This subject is to be designated on
the proper request form during the
first two weeks of the semester and is
subject to the approval of the teacher and
guidance counselor. Request forms are
available in the guidance office.
AU - Audit - No Credit
EA,EM,ER,ES
- Exempt from physical education because of academics,
medical excuse, religion, or interscholastic
sports.
I - Incomplete -- no credit will be
given until work is completed. All
incomplete must be completed within two weeks
after the end of the
quarter or semester. Work not completed will
be assigned zeros, and the
teacher will issue a semester grade.
3. At the end of each nine-week period, there
is compiled a list of names of those students whose academic work is outstanding.
This list is known as the Honor Roll. We believe that honoring academic
excellence is important. We have developed a Renaissance program to honor
students who earn good grades as well as have perfect attendance. Our
Renaissance program has three levels:
A. Renaissance Gold – Students who earn a 4.4 grade average on a 5.0
scale. This is our published Honor Roll.
B. Renaissance Silver – Students who earn a 4.0 to 4.399 earn this
designation
C. Renaissance Bronze – Students who earn perfect attendance during a
quarter.
Upon Graduation, we recognize student for high achievement in the
following way:
Honors – 4.60-4.79 GPA
High Honors – 4.80-4.94 GPA
Highest Honors – 4.95-5.00 GPA
C. Semester Exam Policy
Semester exams are given in all subjects in grades 9-12. These tests
are given on a schedule adopted by the Principal. Students may be exempt based
on attendance and performance on the Prairie State Exams. Students with perfect
attendance for an entire semester will be allowed an exemption from one
non-dual credit course final
Cheating
Students will be guilty of cheating when they copy the work of others
(including, but not limited to, the work of other students and web resources).
They will also be guilty if they help another student including allowing them
to copy their work. A student is not guilty if their work was taken without
their knowledge. Students that are caught cheating will face the following
consequences and will not be allowed an opportunity to redo the work for
credit. (These penalties will be applied on a class by class basis)
Class points may also be given and will still apply as well.
1. Zero on assignment, 1 night of detention
2. Zero on assignment, 1 day of AER
3. Zero on assignment, Friday Late Stay
Zero on assignment, 3 days suspension (will continue to apply to
additional instances of cheating)
PE EXEMPTIONS - Students in grade 11 and 12 may be excused, on an individual basis,
from participation in physical education for one of the following reasons:
a) to enroll
in an extra class which is a college entrance requirement of the school that
the student wishes to attend. A student receiving this waiver would carry a
full-day credit class schedule.
b) to enroll
in a course which is required for high school graduation. A student receiving
this waiver would carry a full-day credit class schedule.
c) the
student is participating on an interscholastic athletic team.
A student receiving this waiver would be excused from physical
education during the semester that the student is participating on a school
athletic team. A student athlete taking an extra course in place of physical
education, and that course is a full-year course, would be excused from
physical education for the entire year.
PARTICIPATION IN ACTIVITIES - Requirements for participation in athletics, music,
speech contests, cheerleading, and Scholastic Bowl team are as follows:
SCHOOL AWARDS - Chevrons, numerals, letters, plaques, etc. are presented to students
who participate actively in sports or other extra-curricular activities and who
meet the qualifications for awards as established by the coaches or directors
of the activities.
Dances - PHS sponsors several dances throughout the year. These
dances are for PHS students and their guests. Students that wish to bring a
guest must obtain and turn in a request from the office. The request must be
turned in no less than one week prior to the event. Guests should be under 21
years old and are allowed at the Principal’s discretion
While in the
SUPPORT GROUPS - Paris High School, in cooperation with the
These groups meet for a single class period once a
week.
The period in which the support group meets is rotated
regularly so that students miss very little time from any one class. Students
are required to make up work missed while participating in a support group.
These support groups are a valuable resource for our
students and staff, and we want to be able to offer them to any student who
wishes to join. If we don't hear otherwise from you, we'll assume it's okay for your son or daughter to participate.
If you have any questions or concerns or would like to
discuss involving your child in this group, please don't hesitate to call Jane
Furry, RN at 465-4521. All information will be treated confidentially and
respectfully.
GIFTED PROGRAM - The
Paris Union School District #95 identifies students who qualify for their
gifted program in accordance with the
--CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS--
ARENA/YEARBOOK - The Arena is the annual
student school publication that tells in pictorial and narrative style the
academic, athletic, and extra-curricular activities of the school year.
ART CLUB – Open to
FRENCH CLUB - The French Club is organized for the
instruction and enjoyment of any students of French, past or present.
FFA-
All interested vocational agriculture education students are eligible to
participate in FFA monthly meetings as held, career development events, and
other activities.
THE KEY CLUB - The Key Club is a service organization that works throughout the
school year doing school and community projects.
MUSIC -
A variety of musical organizations such as Jazz
Band and Show Choir provide additional vocal and
instrumental experience for students.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY - Membership in the
National Honor Society has become recognized
nationally as one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a high school
student. It carries, henceforth, the responsibility to demonstrate those
qualities of leadership, character, scholarship and service for which a member
was chosen by the members of the faculty. All candidates eligible for election
to the chapter shall have a scholarship average of 4.6 grade points.
DANCE TEAM- Auditions for this team are open to all students. Students perform at
selected school and community events.
PEN CHANNEL 56 STAFF -
S.A.D.D. - Students Against Driving Drunk is an
organization open to any high school student. The primary goal of
S.A.D.D. is to inform students of the dangers of drinking
and driving.
SCHOLASTIC BOWL TEAM - Members of the Scholastic Bowl Team competes with
area high schools in academic question and answer contests.
SPANISH CLUB - The Spanish Club is organized for any
student of Spanish, past or present.
STUDENT COUNCIL - The Student Council performs many services for the
student body and works for close cooperation between students and
administration.
TIGER TALES - Tiger Tales is the monthly student newspaper.
SERVICES
ASSEMBLIES - A variety of assembly programs will be offered,
educational as well as entertaining. Advance announcement
will be made of the programs so that
instructors as well as students
may fit them into their program of work. Students will be assigned a definite seat in
the gym that they will occupy during each program. Attendance
will be checked at each assembly. Absence from an assembly
will draw penalties as applicable under the absence
regulations.
BULLETINS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS - All notices of club meetings, athletic and social
events, general information for the day and specific instructions are announced
each morning. Pupils responsible for putting notices in this daily bulletin
must have their notice approved by their adviser and in the main office the day
preceding the notice.
Special notices are posted on the bulletin boards
outside the main office, in the library, guidance office or posted as poster
signs. All posters must be approved by the administration.
CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES - The junior class is responsible for the prom. All
classes are responsible for a float to be exhibited in the Homecoming Parade in
the fall. The Student Council sets a limit as to the financial obligation that
may be assumed by this project.
FEES –
Students will be charged a registration fee of $50.00.
This fee will cover general supplies that include:
workbooks, lockers and locks, ID cards, normal project costs, lab supplies and
other supply items. Fee that are not included in the registration fee include:
1. Athletic fees
2. College dual credit fees
3. Project costs that require materials that go beyond
the requirements of the class.
4. Payment for the end of year cooperative/internship
business recognition dinner.
FEE WAIVERS - In conjunction with the imposition,
collection and/or waiver of fees, students currently receiving aid under the
FIRE DRILLS - Fire drills at regular intervals are required by law and are
important safety precautions. It is essential that when the first signal is
given, everyone obey orders as promptly as possible. The teacher in each
classroom will give the students instructions. A fire evacuation plan is posted
in each room. Students should study the plan and become familiar with it.
When the fire alarm sounds, students will immediately
stand and form ranks of two as they leave the room. No one is to pass another
or break the line of march. Running is not permitted.
The first students to reach an outside door are to hold it open until all have
left the building.
Students are to behave in an orderly manner during a
fire drill and are to remain at least fifty feet away from the building until
the principal gives the signal or his authorized representative. While
participating in a fire drill, students remain the responsibility of the school
and are thus subject to all rules and regulations.
GUIDANCE - Guidance services are available for every student in the school.
These services include assistance with educational planning, interpretation of
test scores, occupational information, career information study help, help with
home, school and/or social concerns, or any question the student may feel he
would like to discuss with the counselor.
Students wishing to visit a counselor should contact
the guidance office to arrange for an appointment. Students should see the
counselors before or after school, at noon, or during their study hall periods.
HONOR LETTERS - Honor letters are awarded to students who have made
the honor roll at least three out of four quarters during that school year. A
grade-point-average (GPA) of 4.4 is required in order to qualify for the honor
roll.
MID-TERM GRADUATES - Student should arrange his/her schedule in
consultation with the guidance department. A mid-term graduate may participate
in baccalaureate and commencement activities but not May Fete. A mid-term
graduate may attend Prom as a guest of an enrolled
SPORTS -
Baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, golf, softball, volleyball,
tennis, and track provide wide variety and ample opportunity for participation
in sports at
STATE CONTESTS - Any student wishing to take part in state contests
should consult the teachers working in his particular field of interest. For instance,
a student is not required to be in speech class to try out for speech contest,
but could get information from the speech teacher. Music, agriculture, and
athletic instructors will also help you in their fields.
STATE TEST REQUIREMENTS - Illinois law requires that all seniors pass exams on
the United States Constitution, the Illinois Constitution, the Declaration of
Independence, the flag and the use of the ballot. These are prepared for in the
government class.
Every student is required to take the
STORM/DISASTER ALERT - Storm/Disaster drills at regular intervals are
required by law and are important safety precautions. It is essential that when
the first signal is given, everyone obey orders as promptly as possible. The
teacher in each classroom will give the students instructions. A storm/disaster
evacuation plan is posted in each room. Students should study the plan and
become familiar with it.
STUDENT INSURANCE - The high school maintains a group accident insurance
policy. This insurance is available to all members of the student body at a
nominal cost and is sold soon after school starts in the fall.
WORK PERMITS - When applying for a job, it is necessary to pick up a work permit
application from the Superintendent’s Office. When you have obtained the job,
take your birth certificate and/or drivers license and
the application to the Superintendent's Office. At that time your certificate
will be examined in order to certify your age and appropriate forms will be
provided.
STUDENT WELFARE - COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
A student known to have a communicable disease will be
individually evaluated to determine if behavior or physical condition poses a
high risk of spread of disease. The student may be required to submit to a
medical exam at District expense by a physician(s) designated by the
Superintendent. A determination relative to the most appropriate educational
program for the student will be determined by the Board of
Education in consultation with the Multi Disciplinary
Team consisting of a medical advisor(s), school nurse, school administrator(s),
district legal counsel, health officials, the family physician, the student,
guidance counselor, E.I.A.S.E. representative(s), the student's teachers and
the student's parents. The determination of the most appropriate educational
program of a student reasonably suspected of having a communicable disease may
be temporarily excluded from school if a medical situation exists
warranting temporary exclusion. During the period of temporary exclusion, the
student shall be provided with an appropriate educational program.
An individual evaluation of a student known to have a
communicable disease will result in the development of a specific educational
plan for the student. The plan will identify the student's educational program,
the health-related conditions of the placement, specific health instructions
and other relevant information.
A student with a communicable disease will be allowed
to attend school in a regular classroom setting unless an individual evaluation
results in the need to place specific limitations on attendance. A student will
be excluded from school for the period in which there is substantial risk of
transmitting the disease to other students or employees. A more restrictive
environment would be appropriate for some students such as those who cannot
control their bodily functions or behavior.
The review team will monitor the condition of each
student known to have a communicable disease to determine the need for a more
restrictive environment (i.e., hospital or homebound instruction).
The privacy of a student known to have a communicable
disease will be respected by maintaining confidential records in accordance
with federal and state privacy laws.
The Superintendent shall notify students and parents
or guardians of the District's policy and of any other relevant information
concerning communicable diseases where there has been possible exposure with a
student known to have a communicable disease.
MISCONDUCT BY STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Behavioral Interventions shall be used with students with disabilities
to promote and strengthen desirable behaviors and reduce identified
inappropriate behaviors. The District will establish and maintain a committee
to develop, implement, and monitor procedures on the use of behavioral
interventions for children with disabilities. The committee shall review the
State Board of Education's guidelines on the use of behavioral
interventions and use them as a non-binding reference. This policy and the
behavioral intervention procedures shall be furnished to the
parent(s)/guardian(s) of all students with individual education plans within 15
days after their adoption and/or presentation to the Board or at the time an
individual education plan is first implemented for a student; all students
shall be informed annually of the existence of this policy and the procedures.
POLICIES ON ACCESS TO STUDENT RECORDS
A. Releases to
1. Upon receipt of a signed authorization for release of student
records from school personnel outside of our district the building principal
shall:
a. Determine the extent of the record request and release those records
that are specifically requested.
b. In the
absence of specific records request: Release only the student's Permanent
Records.
2. With no receipt of an authorized release the letter should be
returned immediately requesting the signature of the parent or legal guardian.
B. Release to Persons or Agencies Other Than Schools
Under normal conditions NO RECORDS ARE to be released without a
properly signed authorization for release. FOR EXCEPTIONS -- SEE FOLLOWING
SECTIONS "C" AND "D".
C. Releases Permitted Without Signed Authorization:
The school shall grant access to information contained in school
student records to persons authorized or required by State or Federal law to
gain such access, provided that:
1. Such person shall provide the school with appropriate identification
and a copy of the statute authorizing such access; and,
2. The parent received prior written notice of the nature and substance
of the information to be released and an opportunity to inspect,
copy and/or challenge such information. If this release of information relates
to more than 25 students, such prior notice may be given in a local newspaper
of general circulation or other publication directed generally to parents.
3. To an employee or official of the school or school district or the State
Board of Education has a current demonstrable educational or administrative
interest in the student and the records are in furtherance of such interest;
4. To any person for the purpose of research,
statistical reporting, or planning, provided that;
a. Such person has the permission of the State Superintendent of
Education; and,
b. No student or parent can be identified from the information
released;
5. Pursuant to a court order, provided that the procedures outlined in Ill.Rev.Stats., 1974,
Article 50-6a (5) are
observed.
D. Emergency Release Of
Information
1. Information may be released without parental consent in connection
with an emergency to appropriate persons if the knowledge of such information
is necessary to protect the health and safety of the student or other person,
provided that the parents are notified as soon as possible of the information
released, the date of the release, the person, agency, or organization
receiving the information, and the purpose of the release.
2. Factors are to be considered in determining whether records should
be released pursuant to this paragraph include:
a. The seriousness of the threat to the health or safety of the student
or other persons;
b. The need for such records to meet the emergency;
c. Whether the persons to whom such records are released are in a
position to deal with the emergency;
d. The extent to which time is of the essence in dealing with the
emergency.
3. The requirements and criteria for release of information pursuant to
this section are to be strictly construed.
E. Review of Records
Upon receipt of a request for a "review" of student records
by a parent or legal guardian, the building principal or his designated
representative shall comply with that request within a reasonable time, but in
no case later than 15 days.
If needed, and felt necessary by the building principal, appropriately
trained professional personnel shall be present to provide assistance and
interpreting portions of the record.
F. Maintaining Record of Access
1. Signed Authorizations (Temporary Record) to be kept on file in
cumulative until student is transferred or withdraws permanently from the
2. Record of Release (Permanent Record) each student cumulative folder
shall contain a card form titled "Student Records Access". This
purpose is to maintain a "log" of each and every access of release or
review of a student's record. Consequently, each building principal or his/her
designated representative shall record the required information on the
"Student Records Access" form each time information from the student
record is released, transferred, or previewed through the channels of
authority.
ARMED FORCES RECRUITER ACCESS TO RECORDS
As required by law,
G. Destruction of records
Temporary records will be held for five years following permanent
withdrawal or graduation from
ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICINE TO STUDENT AT SCHOOL
Students should not take
medication during school hours or during school-related activities unless it is
necessary for a student’s health and well-being. When a student’s licensed health care
provider and parent/guardian believe that it is necessary for the student to
take a medication during school hours or school-related activities, the
parent/guardian must request that the school dispense the medication to the
child and otherwise follow the District’s procedures on dispensing medication.
No
A student may possess an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen®) and/or
medication prescribed for asthma for immediate use at the student’s discretion,
provided the student’s parent/guardian has completed and signed a “School
Medication Authorization Form.” The
Nothing in this policy
shall prohibit any school employee from providing emergency assistance to
students, including administering medication.
The Building Principal shall include this policy in the
Student Handbook and shall provide a copy to the parents/guardians of students.
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION IN THE PARIS DISTRICT #95 SCHOOLS
IN ALL CASES THE SCHOOL RETAINS THE
DISCRETION TO REJECT A REQUEST FOR ADMINISTERING MEDICATION. Under no circumstances shall teachers or
other non-administrative school employees be required to administer medication
to students. This shall not prohibit a
school district from adopting guidelines for self-administration of medication
by students. (Sec. 10-22.21b. of school code)
NO MEDICATIONS OF ANY TYPE
(prescription or over-the-counter) MAY BE KEPT AT SCHOOL unless the following
conditions are met. There should be no
medications in the students’ lockers, book bags, gym bags, or purses!
Students
recovering from a temporary condition or students on permanent medication may
bring it to school for self-administration with supervision IF it is 4 times
per day or more OR a doctor orders at a specific time of the day (this may
include as needed medications as prescribed by the doctor for such conditions
as anxiety or migraines). The following
guidelines apply:
SELF-ADMINISTRATION
OF MEDICATION GUIDELINES
PERMISSION
TO ADMINISTER MEDICATION FORMS MUST BE RENEWED EACH SCHOOL YEAR.
THE VARIOUS
FORMS MENTIONED IN THIS POLICY CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM THE PARIS DISTRICT #95 WEBSITE AT www.paris95.k12.il.us/
Acceptable Use of the
Internet
All use of the
Internet shall be consistent with the Paris Union School District 95 goal of
promoting educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation,
and communication. These procedures do not attempt to state all required
or proscribed behavior by users. However, some specific examples are
provided. The failure of any user to follow these procedures will result
in the loss of privileges, disciplinary action, and/ or appropriate legal
action.
Terms and Conditions
1. Acceptable
Use- Access to the Paris Union School District 95 Internet must be for the
purpose of education or research, and be consistent with the educational
objectives of the District.
2. Privileges- The use of the Paris Union School
District 95 Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will
result in a cancellation of those privileges. The system administrator
will make all decisions regarding whether or not a user has violated these
procedures and may deny, revoke, or suspend access at any time; his or her
decision is final.
3. Unacceptable Use- The user is responsible for his or her
actions and activities involving the network. Some examples of unacceptable
uses are:
4. Network Etiquette - The user is expected to abide by the
generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not
limited to, the following:
·
Be
polite. Do not become abusive in messages to others.
·
Use
appropriate language. Do not swear, or use vulgarities or any other
inappropriate language.
·
Do
not reveal the personal addresses or telephone numbers or students or
colleagues.
·
Recognize
that electronic mail (E-mail) is not private. People who operate the
system have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of
illegal activities may be reported the authorities.
·
Do
not use the network in any way that would disrupt its use by other users.
·
Consider
all communications and information accessible via the network to be private property.
5. No Warranties - The Paris Union School District 95
makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service
it is providing. The District will not be responsible for any damages the
user suffers. This includes loss of data resulting from delays,
non-deliveries, missed-deliveries, or service interruptions caused by its
negligence or the users' own risk. The District specifically denies any
responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its
services.
6. Indemnification - The user agrees to indemnify the
7. Security - Network security is a high
priority. If the user can identify a security problem on the Internet,
the user must notify the system administrator or Building Principal. Do
not demonstrate the problem to other users. Keep the user's account and
password confidential. Do not use another individual's account without
written permission from that individual. Attempts to log-on to the
Internet as a system administrator will result in cancellation of user
privileges. Any user identified as a security risk may be denied access
to the network.
8. Vandalism - Vandalism will result in cancellation of
privileges and other disciplinary action. Vandalism is defined as any
malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user, the Internet, or any
other network. This includes, but is limited to, the uploading or
creation of computer viruses.
9. Telephone Charges - The District assumes no responsibility
for any unauthorized charges or fees, including telephone charges,
long-distance charges, per-minute surcharges, and/or equipment or line costs.
Instruction
Access to the Internet
The Paris Union District 95 goal is to
include the Internet in the District's instructional program in order to
promote educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and
communication. The Superintendent or designee shall develop an
implementation plan for this policy and appoint a system administrator.
Paris Union District 95 is not responsible
for any information that may be lost, damaged, or unavailable when using the
network, or for any information that is retrieved via the Internet.
Furthermore, the District will not be responsible for any unauthorized charges
or fees resulting from access to the Internet.
Curriculum
The use of the Internet shall be
consistent with the curriculum adopted by the District as well as the varied
instructional needs, learning styles, abilities, and developmental levels of
the students. The Internet shall comply with the selection criteria for
instructional materials and library-media center materials. Teachers may,
consistent with the Superintendent's implementation plan, use the Internet
throughout the curriculum. The Internet is part of the curriculum and is
not a public forum for general use.
Acceptable Use
All use of the District's connection to
the Internet must be in support of education and/or research, and be in
furtherance of the School Board's stated goal. Use is a privilege, not a
right. General rules for behavior and communications apply when using the
Internet. The District's Authorization for Internet Access contains the
appropriate uses, ethics, and protocol for the Internet. Electronic
communications and downloaded material may be monitored or read by school
officials.
Authorization for Internet Access
Each teacher must sign the District's
Authorization for Internet Access as a condition for using the District's
Internet connection. Each student and his or her parent(s) / guardian(s)
must sign the Authorization before being granted unsupervised use.
The failure of any student or teacher to
follow the terms of the Authorization for Internet Access, or this policy, will
result in the loss of privileges, disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal
action.