WELCOME TO
ROCK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
Here at Rock Hills High School we believe
that all students can learn and become successful. And we truly believe that
every student can be a valuable asset in his or her community. USD #107 gladly
accepts each student and their family as a partner in the educational process.
It is our hope that each student at Rock Hills High School experiences success
and begins to set lofty goals for their future. We are committed to providing
our students with a solid educational experience.
Rock Hills High School will strive to ....
...provide a safe environment for all students and staff
...provide an educational environment that challenges each student's unique
abilities with researched educational practices
...help each student learn responsibilities and develop respect for themselves,
others, and property
...strive to help each student understand the value of community support and
community service
Parents must continue to expect this educational commitment and strive to
support our cause. And in order to achieve success, each student must also be
proactive and accept ownership in the educational process. Education becomes
more meaningful and beneficial when it is done WITH students not TO students.
Students: Be proud of your school, your community, and yourselves. Go beyond
what you have already mastered and challenge yourself to be the best you can
be.
Mr. Walter
Principal
BOARD POLICY STATEMENT
THIS HANDBOOK IS
OFFICIALLY PART OF THE U.S.D. #107 BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY. ALL RULES AND
REGULATIONS OF THIS HANDBOOK ARE SUBJECT TO THE U.S.D. #107 BOARD OF EDUCATION
POLICIES, COPIES OF WHICH MAY BE FOUND IN EACH OF THE PRINCIPAL'S OFFICES, THE
SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE AND THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OFFICE.
USD 107 - Rock Hills’s mission is to provide an
environment and curriculum in which all students will have equal opportunities
to serve and develop socially, intellectually, emotionally, and physically
while becoming adaptable problem solvers and responsible citizens in an ever
changing society.
ROCK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
2007-2008 SCHOOL YEAR
Students must be in regular attendance the full
day of a scheduled activity during the school week. Failure to do so will
result in missing the next applicable activity.
Students must be in regular attendance the morning following activities during
the school week. Failure to do so will result in missing the next applicable
activity.
ROCK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
BELIEFS
LEARNERS:
All students need to learn, can learn, and must accept responsibility for
life-long learning.
Students have a right to an education that meets their individual needs.
Students should be encouraged to develop positive attitudes, respect for
themselves and others.
Students should establish goals, make decisions, and solve problems in order to
adapt to a changing world.
SCHOOL STAFF:
Staff should help students develop responsibility, self-esteem and self-worth.
Staff should provide safe and orderly environment for learning.
Staff should provide a solid educational background so that the students can
become productive citizens.
Staff must be prepared and willing to educate all students, recognizing their
individual differences.
Staff should communicate with the parents and the community about educational
matters.
PARENTS:
Parents should emphasize the desire to learn and have high expectations for
their child’s learning.
Parents should be aware of their child’s progress in school and be willing to
share the responsibility of their child’s education.
Parents should share responsibility of maintaining open lines of communications
between the school and home.
Parents should send their students to school ready to learn.
Parents should be supportive of staff, policies and education goals.
COMMUNITY:
The community must share in the responsibility to provide the necessary
resources for the learning process to take place.
The community should demonstrate positive examples of life-long learning and be
knowledgeable of the district’s educational goals.
The community has the responsibility to act upon their ownership in the school
and help provide a safe, orderly learning environment.
The community should support all student achievements.
FORWARD
The purpose of this handbook is to furnish the student with needed
information about the school in a concise and convenient form.
This handbook should be especially helpful to the new student, who does not
know the teachers, rules and regulations, school traditions and what programs
are available to them.
We trust you may find this handbook a ready source of valuable information
which will make your association with the Rock Hills High School a more
pleasant one.
The program of the schools in America is built around the belief that
the individual child can best realize his possibilities and at the same time
best prepare to contribute in an effective way to family and group living, and
to the larger areas of citizenship through the process which we call education.
The philosophy of Rock Hills High School which forms the foundation of the
education program may be summarized in these statements:
The Rock Hills High School believes that quality education is the right of
every individual. Each student should have the opportunity to develop mentally,
physically, morally, socially and culturally to the extent of his ability. The
school should provide the environment and incentive for this development.
Through the combined efforts of home, school, church and community, each student
should be assisted in his growth as a total individual.
Since effective citizenship in a democracy requires the highest possible
development of each individual, it is the duty and privilege of Rock Hills High
School to prepare each student to participate actively and effectively in
family and group living. It shall be our purpose not only to instruct him/her
in academic subjects but also to help him/her reason and to develop worthwhile
hobbies and activities which will help him/her use his/her leisure time
satisfactorily. We feel this is our ultimate goal and strive to accomplish this
by our system of education.
SAFE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT
ONE OF THE GOALS AT ROCK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL IS
TO PROVIDE A SAFE AND ORDERLY ENVIRONMENT. A STUDENT IS REQUESTED TO INFORM A
TEACHER OR THE PRINCIPAL IF THERE SAFETY IS IN QUESTION. A STUDENT MAY ALSO
CALL THE STATE HOT LINE ABOUT SAFETY CONCERNS IN THEIR SCHOOL. 1-877-626-8203
PERSONNEL
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Steve Spiegel President
Steve Little Vice President
Mark Fleming Board Member
Lesa Peroutek Board Member
Keith Roe Board Member
Ervin Underwood Board Member
Lori Yelken Board Member
Lynette Bartley Clerk
Deb Boyles Treasurer
ADMINISTRATION
William K. Walker Superintendent
Allen Walter High School Principal
ATHLETIC DIRECTORS
Allen Walter/Sam Meyers
FACULTY
Terry Bailey Counselor, Western Civ/Psychology
Billie Cox Math
Travis Cox Social Science
Virginia Crawford Art/Ceramics
Sherrill Daniels English
Barb Elbracht Instrumental Music, Math
Jody Hadachek Science
Matt Hesting Physical Education, Weights
Jennifer Knick Agriculture
Jim Maguin Welding
Theresa McDowell FACS
Sam Meyers Social Science
Nikki Nelson Math/Social Science
Kevin Ost Cabinetmaking
Nicol Parde Business, Computer Tech
Bethany Roe English, Speech, Broadcasting
Linda Scott Spanish
Deanna Underwood Librarian
Monty Webster Science
Kathy Wiest Vocal Music
COOPERATIVE FACULTY
Teri Overmiller Learning Disabilities
Susan Bedford Psychologist
SECRETARIES
Delores Angleton Principal's Secretary
Sondra Decker Career Resource
CUSTODIANS
Dan McKeown, Gary Bryant, Laurie Neilson
COOKS
Brenda Flinn Head Cook
Sheila Lorence Assistant Cook
PARAPROFESSIONALS
Pam Garman At Risk Para
Bernard Newell ITV Para
Marilyn Eaton Library Aide
COACHING ASSIGNMENTS
FOOTBALL
Sam Meyers Head Coach
Matt Hesting and Mark Sholtz Assistant Coaches
VOLLEYBALL
Nikki Nelson Head Coach
?? Assistant Coach
BASKETBALL
Matt Hesting Head Boys’ Coach
Kevin Ost and Mark Sholtz Assistant Coaches
Rick Diamond Head Girls’ Coach
Nikki Nelsn Assistant Coach
TRACK
Sam Meyers Head Coach
Terry Bailey and Travis Cox Assistants
GOLF
Cathy Dauner Head Coach
Kevin Ost Assistant Coach
CROSS COUNTRY
Terry Bailey Head Coach
SENIOR CLASS
Terry Bailey Head Sponsor
Sam Meyers Assistant Sponsor
JUNIOR CLASS
Jody Hadachek Head Sponsor
Alicia Hadachek Assistant Sponsor
SOPHOMORE CLASS
Bethany Roe Sponsor
Travis Cox Sponsor
FRESHMAN CLASS
Monty Webster Sponsor
Sherrill Daniels Sponsor
SCHOLAR’S BOWL
Travis Cox and Linda Scott
FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA (FFA)
Jennifer Knick
ROCK HILLS FBLA
Nicol Parde
STUDENT COUNCIL
Terry Bailey
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Nicol Parde
ALL SCHOOL PLAY
Bethany Roe
FORENSICS
Bethany Roe
YEARBOOK
Nicol Parde
CONCESSIONS
Jennifer Knick
CHEERLEADER SPONSOR
Leah Hesting
FLAG CORPS
Barb Elbracht
FEES
TEXTBOOK
The Unified School District #107 operates a textbook rental system in which students may participate. However, this is not required and they may buy their own books. The fees for the 2007-2008 school year are as follows:
RENTAL FEES
The rental fees for High School students will be $30.00. Lab and shop fees
are not included.
LAB AND SHOP FEES
The following fees will be charged for:
Biology $8.00 Agriculture $8.00 per class
Chemistry $8.00 Industrial Arts $8.00 per class
Physics $8.00 Art/Ceramics $8.00 per class
Earth Science $8.00 FACS $8.00 per class
CLASS DUES
Seniors $5.00
Juniors $5.00
Sophomores $3.00
Freshmen $3.00
CLASS ENROLLMENT
Students who enroll in classes for college credit, i.e. College Algebra, Trigonometry, English Composition, or any concurrent classes offered by RHHS and Cloud County Community College, may drop/add at the end of the semester. If students choose to drop, then the students must choose another class that same hour that is offered by RHHS. All other classes offered at RHHS are yearly classes and cannot be dropped after the three day grace period.
REFUNDS
Refunds to students who are forced to quit
school before the end of the school year are as follows:
within the first 9 weeks of school 75% refund
within the second 9 weeks of school 50% refund
within the third 9 weeks of school 25% refund
within the fourth 9 weeks of school No refund
YEARBOOK EXPENSES
Yearbooks are an optional expense to the students.
BREAKFAST AND LUNCH
Breakfast and lunches are served at Rock Hills
High School through the operation of a hot lunch program. The charge to all
students will be $1.85 per lunch and $1.35 for breakfast. There is a closed
noon hour. This means it will be necessary for students to eat the hot lunch or
bring their lunch. Adults lunches will be $2.60 per lunch.
No breakfasts or lunches will be served to students who have $50 or more on
their bill. Notices will be sent to parents before students reach the limit.
Parents may also access PowerSchool to find out the amount owed for breakfast
and lunch. Students may resume eating at school when the bill is paid or amount
owed is below the $50 limit.
ERRANDS
No student will be allowed to run personal errands off school premises for any teacher during the school day.
ACCREDITATION
Rock Hills High School is fully accredited as a COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL by
the State Department of Education.
ATHLETIC INJURIES
Any student who receives an injury and requires
medical attention for such injury by either a medical doctor or a chiropractor
will not be eligible to participate in either practice sessions or game
conditions until a release is given by a doctor stating the injury has been
healed.
All athletic injuries must be reported to the coach or sponsor immediately.
The coach or sponsor must then report any injury to the principal and an
insurance/accident form filled out completely.
ATHLETIC PRACTICES
Rock Hills High School conducts all athletic practices after school. Late buses will run for out-of-town students as needed each evening.
PARTICIPATION IN MULTIPLE ACTIVITIES DURING A SEASON
Students will be allowed to participate in only
one (1) activity during a season. The student must choose to
participate in one activity of the following seasons:
Season 1) Football Volleyball Cross Country
Season 2) Basketball
Season 3) Track Golf
STUDENT DRESS CODE
APPEARANCE, PERSONAL AND GROUP
Group appearance is the result of the sum total of each individual's
appearance. Personal appearance includes dress, cleanliness and the many
personal traits which can be controlled for all occasions. Attending school is
a business; it is work in which students are engaged. All students will be
expected to be clean and well-groomed when they attend school or any school
function.
In order to provide a school environment that is most conducive to providing a
good education, it is required that each student dress appropriately for
school. Determination of what is appropriate shall be based on what is
disruptive or is a distraction in the classroom. No hats, caps, or any other
inappropriate headgear will be worn in school. Clothing advertising alcoholic
beverages/tobacco products, or those with obscene or questionable printing on
them will not be allowed. Revealing clothing such as swim wear, beach clothing,
fishnet, or clothes that expose the midsection are not allowed in
school. Appropriate shorts will be acceptable attire
during the school day. Tight fitting clothing or styles of clothing that are
disruptive will not be allowed. Keep in mind that fashion is fashion and the
dress code is the dress code. Appropriate is the key word; school
appropriate the key phrase. Hoddie hoods are also not permitted to be
pulled over heads during school hours.
STUDENT DRESS FOR TRIPS
Any student representing Rock Hills High School on an extracurricular trip must dress in appropriate clothes. Appropriate clothes are slacks, dress shoes, dress shirts, belts in pants with loops and on occasion ties and sport jackets. Denim jeans, t-shirts, and tennis shoes are not appropriate dress.
STUDENT DRESS FOR FIELD TRIPS
Any student representing Rock Hills High School
on a class trip or field trip mustdress in appropriate school day dress. FFA
members must dress appropriately for the type of field trip/contest that is
being held.
Students who are not appropriately dressed for an activity will be given a
chance to return home to change into appropriate dress. If they are not
appropriately dressed upon request, they will not be allowed to attend and
participate in the activities
INFRACTIONS
Teachers and Administrators will be responsible for determining when individuals are violating the code. Students may be asked to change their clothes.
BUS BEHAVIOR AND RULES
Unified School District #107 students are
subject to the same behavior code and disciplinary procedures while riding
school buses as during regular school hours.
The following rules will be followed while riding the the bus:
1. Students must obey the driver of the bus.
2. The driver may assign a seat to each student. Students may move from
the
seat only if permission is obtained.
3. The bus will not wait for those who are tardy.
4. Never stand in the roadway while waiting for the bus.
5. Unnecessary conversation with the bus driver is prohibited. Do not
talk loudly
or distract the driver’s attention.
6. Never extend arms or heads out of the windows.
7. Keep the bus clean and sanitary at all times.
8. Do not try to get on or off the bus or move within the bus while the
bus is in
motion.
9. No music boxes are to be played on the bus.
10. Any damage to the bus is to be reported at once to the driver.
Insubordination, acts of defiance and/or disrespect will constitute action by
the administration to revoke riding privileges by the student.
Students riding the bus are expected to behave in a respectful manner. Any
student(s) who do not abide by riding respectfully, will be subject to
suspension from the route for a period of time. Parents will be responsible for
bringing the student to school and picking them up for the duration of the
suspension from the route.
It is the aim of US #107 to provide transportation for those students who need
or desire it. Observing the above rules and regulations will help in
maintaining the best possible bus service.
As it is impossible to pick up all students who reside within the city limits
it is unfair to pick up some and make others have to walk. Therefore, a bus
will not be stopping for any student within the city limits of Mankato.
ACTIVITY BUS
An activity bus will be provided for attendance for activities out of town. The
sponsor is responsible for the action of the group while riding the activity
bus. Pupils must remain seated and reasonably quiet so that the noise within
the bus does not create a DISTRACTION FOR THE BUS DRIVER.
Before getting off the bus the sponsor or coach will attend to having
the waste paper or other litter picked up so that the bus will be neat and
clean for the next trip. The driver is instructed to stop the bus at any time
the above conditions are not met and if the sponsor is unable to manager the
group. THE DRIVER IS THEN to bring the GROUP home immediately and report the
difficulty to the principal or superintendent.
After an activity has concluded, students must be back to the bus at a
reasonable time as set forth by the sponsor. Failure to be punctual may result
in suspension of bus privileges.
PARKING CARS AT SCHOOL
No person shall park any vehicle in a parking
space that is marked for use by handicapped persons.
Each student who drives to school must park on the North parking lot. In order
to prevent unnecessary accidents, we do require that all students park in an
orderly fashion facing either East or West between the parking lines provided.
If students are concerned about parking close to other vehicles, they can park
on the far edges of the parking lot. Students are asked to use good judgment
when entering and exiting the parking lot. Students are also asked to wait
until the busses have departed before exiting the parking lot. Students driving
recklessly will not be allowed to park on school grounds. Students are required
to use the paved entry provided to enter and exit the lot. Our objective is to
keep all students and their property safe. Students will draw for parking
spaces at the beginning of the school year.
USE OF MOTORIZED VEHICLES
Students who are observed driving recklessly on or near school property will be reported by any district employee to the high school principal. The principal will warn the driver in the incident at the first opportunity thereafter, and a written notice will be mailed to the parents of the driver; After a second warning, the student will be reported to the local law enforcement.
BAD WEATHER
If the superintendent decides the weather to be of such a nature that the
safety of students is threatened, the following radio/TV stations will be
notified and have a school closing announcement broadcast:
TV Stations: KOLN, KHAS AND KWCH
Radio Stations: KDNS FM 94.1 or KZDY FM 96.3, Glen Elder; KNCK AM or
KCKS FM 1390, Concordia; KREP AM-FM 92.1, Belleville; KRFS AM-FM 104, Superior;
and KVSV AM 1190 Beloit.
School will not be dismissed because of storms that arise during the school day
as long as it is feasible for students and teachers to remain at school in
safety.
IN THE EVENT OF SEVERE WEATHER, WHEN SCHOOL IS DISMISSED AND STUDENTS ARE TO
REMAIN AT THE BUILDING, PARENTS ARE REQUESTED TO PICK UP THEIR STUDENTS AT THE
OFFICE.
FIRE AND TORNADO DRILLS
The State of Kansas Fire Marshall REQUIRES schools to have at least one fire
drill PER month. Tornado drills ARE TO be scheduled at least three times a
school year. These drills will be scheduled and only the principal or
superintendent will know when they are to be executed.
Each room has a sign telling students which exit to use. Please read these to
acquaint oneself with the correct exit to use during a drill or an emergency.
This will help keep down the confusion.
FIRE DRILL SIGNAL
A loud, piercing horn that sounds in one-second intervals.
Exit a minimum of 50 feet from the building.
TORNADO DRILL SIGNAL
A loud, warbling siren that sounds continuously.
Go to assigned area.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Any absence from school, other than for
illness, is discouraged by the board.
Good attendance is necessary if a student is to successfully carry out a
learning program. Time lost can never really be made up. The teacher cannot
help a student unless the student is in school. While it is realized that some
absences in a school cannot be helped, cooperation of students and parents is
asked so that absences can be kept at a minimum. The student's permanent record
must show the number of absences and tardies for each year.
ABSENCES AND EXCUSES
Any absence from school, other than due to illness or family emergency is
strongly discouraged. Good attendance is necessary if a student is to
successfully carry out a learning program. Our teachers are given approximately
50 minutes a day to teach subject material; time lost can never really be made
up. The act of physically being in the classroom lends itself to a greater
understanding of material presented. The student not only receives information
from the teacher as planned, but also benefits from hearing questions and
discussion about the subject matter from other students. Teaching is a very
difficult profession; it becomes even more difficult to teach when the student
is not physically a part of the process.
We ask that parents contact the office prior to the date of each absence to
excuse the student. Notes or phone calls after the fact will not
excuse an absence of this nature.
Absences involving illness or family emergencies are expected. However, parents
are required to contact the office no later than the following school day after
this type of absence occurs to count the absence as excused. Notes or
phone calls received after the following school day will not excuse the
absence.
We realize that circumstances can occur (outside of illnesses and family
emergencies) that might make it necessary to miss school. If days are needed
(beyond the six days allowed), parents must set up an appointment to discuss
the reason for the absence and the building administrator will determine if the
absence(s) is excused.
TARDIES
Tardiness will not be tolerated. Teachers will mark students tardy if late to class or coming to school. Students will pick up a tardy slip from the office if late to school. Students will make up time on detention if a student has accumulated (3) three tardies in any 9 week period. Detention time is at the discretion of the teacher. (Refer to excused/unexcused absences)
CHECKING OUT
OF SCHOOL
If a student finds it absolutely necessary to
leave school during the day, he/she must report to the office to sign out after
receiving permission from the office and his/her parents. Permission will not
be granted unless a telephone call or note has been received from the parents.
If the student returns to school then he/she must sign back in before returning
to class.
RETURNING TO SCHOOL
Students returning to school after being absent will be required to pick up an absentee slip from the office. The student will be required to show the slip to the teacher(s) for entrance to the class. The student will make up any missed work at the discretion of the teacher. The slip does not have to be returned to the office.
DETENTION
Unfortunately, poor student behavior is often a
problem in the school environment. When this occurs, steps must be taken by the
staff to discourage these student behaviors. Staff members would like to work
these problems out quickly and move forward whenever possible. However, there
are times when students are not willing to change their behavior and teachers
are put in the position of creating a negative consequence for an inappropriate
action. Teachers have the authority to assign detention time when.....
...a student breaks school rules or fails to comply with a reasonable request
...a student does not allow a teacher to perform their required duties
...a student impedes the educational process in any way
...the student is disrespectful to the educational process
Teachers are required to contact the office and the parent of any detention the
student must serve. Students are required to report to the office during the
detention time.
Students skipping detention will have their time doubled and may lose their
good standing status.
IF YOU ARE ILL
Ask the teacher for permission to go to the
office. If you become ill between classes, report to your next class and
receive a pass from that teacher.
DISTURBANCE OF SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT
Law enforcement officers may be requested to assist in controlling disturbances
of the school environment which the building principal or other school
administrator has found to be unmanageable by school personnel and which
disturbances have the potential of causing harm to students, other persons or
school property. Such potential of possible disturbance includes members of the
general public who have exhibited undesirable or illegal conduct on school
premises or at a school event held on school property and who have been
requested to leave by an administrator, but have failed or refused to do so.
CONDUCT
Students shall be expected to assume their
share of responsibility in maintaining an atmosphere conducive to effective
teaching/learning situations in all classes and activities in which they
participated under the sponsorship of the school. The board of education
believes that all students and faculty should enjoy academic freedom. The
constitutional rights of all persons are to be upheld and protected. The board
of education will take prudent measures to ensure that the ideas become
reality.
INTERNET POLICY
Rock Hills High School provides internet access through a number of computer
stations. Students and parents are asked to read and sign an acceptable use
agreement. The agreement clearly states that use of the internet at school
shall be for educational purposes. Violations of this agreement can lead to a
student not being allowed access to the internet at school, having limited
access to computer stations, and other disciplinary
action.
Students are not allowed to use e-mail during school time. Before and/or after
school is permissible with permission.
Violations of Internet Policy:
1st violation ISS for one day and no use of computer for one month
2nd violation OSS for two days and loss of computer use for rest of year
3rd violation Long term suspension of five to ten days
E-mail Violations:
1st violation No use of computer for e-mail for one month
2nd violation No use of computer for one month
3rd violation No use of computer for the rest of the year
DISRUPTION OF SCHOOL
A student shall not use violence, force, noise, coercion, threat, intimidation,
fear, passive resistance or any other conduct intentionally to cause the
substantial and material disruption or obstruction of any lawful mission,
process or function of the school.
Neither shall he engage in such conduct for the purpose of causing the
disruption or obstruction of any lawful mission, process or function of the
school if such a disruption or obstruction is reasonably certain to result.
Neither shall he urge other students to engage in such conduct for the purpose
of causing a disruption or obstruction of any lawful mission, process or
function of the school if a disruption or obstruction is reasonably certain to
result from his urging.
While this list is not intended to be all-inclusive, the following acts, when
done for the purpose of causing the disruption or obstruction of any lawful
mission, process or function of the school, illustrate the kinds of offenses
encompassed here:
1. occupying any school building, school grounds or part thereof with the
intent to deprive others of its use
2. blocking the entrance or exit of any school building or corridor or room
therein with intent to deprive others of lawful access to or from, or use of,
the building or corridor or room
3. setting fire to or damaging any school building or property
4. firing, displaying or threatening use of firearms, explosives or other
weapons on the school premises for any unlawful purpose
5. preventing of or attempting to prevent by physical acts, the convening
or continued functioning of any school, class or activity or of any lawful
meeting or assembly on the school campus
6. preventing the students from attending a class or school activity except
under the direct instruction of the principal,
7. blocking normal pedestrian or vehicular traffic on a school campus
8. continuously and intentionally making noise or acting in any manner so as to
interfere with the teacher's ability to conduct his classes
9. appearing in the nude on the school grounds, in any attendance center or at
any school-sponsored activity in the presence of members of the
opposite sex
DAMAGE TO OR DESTRUCTION OF SCHOOL PROPERTY
A student shall not intentionally cause or attempt to cause damage to school
property or steal or attempt to steal school property. If caught and found
guilty, student will repair/repay the damages and serve one day ISS.
DAMAGE TO OR DESTRUCTION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY
A student shall not intentionally cause or attempt to cause damage to private
property or attempt to steal private property either on the school grounds or
during a school activity, function or event off school grounds.
Repeated damage or theft involving school or private property also shall be a
basis for a long-term suspension or expulsion. Student will be responsible for
repair/repay of damaged material.
VERBAL/PHYSICAL ASSAULT ON A SCHOOL EMPLOYEE
A student shall not intentionally cause or attempt to cause physical injury
or to behave verbally in such a way that could reasonably injure a school
employee (cf. GBRL):
1. on the school grounds during, before or after school hours
2. on the school grounds at any other time when the school is being used by
any school personnel or school group, or
3. off the school grounds at a school activity, function or event
Penalty: Out-of-School suspension (1-3 days)
PHYSICAL ABUSE OF A STUDENT OR
OTHER PERSON
NOT EMPLOYED BY THE SCHOOL
A student shall not intentionally do serious bodily injury to any person:
1. on the school grounds during, before or after school hours
2. on the school grounds at any other time when the school is being used by
any school personnel, group, or
3. off the school grounds at a school activity, function or event
Penalty: Principal's discretion (ISS/OSS)
VERBAL THREATS AGAINST OTHER STUDENTS
Students are not to verbally threaten another
student (bullying). Bullying will not be tolerated and punishment for such
action will be at the discretion of the principal. (ISS/OSS)
WEAPONS
A student shall not knowingly possess, handle
or transmit any object that can be reasonably be considered a weapon on the
school grounds or off the school grounds at a school activity, function, or
event. This policy shall include any weapon, any item being used as a weapon or
destructive device, or any facsimile of a weapon or any item deemed a weapon by
state statue which includes the following. Any knife, commonly referred to as a
switch-blade, which has a blade that opens automatically by hand pressure
applied to a button, spring or other device in the handle of the knife, or any
knife having a blade that opens or falls or is ejected into position by the
force of gravity or by an outward, downward or centrifugal thrust or movement.
Possession of a firearm shall result in expulsion from school for a period of
one year (186 school days), except that the superintendent may recommend that
this expulsion requirement be modified on a case-by-case basis under provisions
of JDC (Probation). In all cases the local authorities will be notified.
As used in this policy, the term “firearm” means any weapon (including a
starter gun) which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel
a projectile by the action of an explosive, the frame or receiver of any such
weapon, or any firearm muffler or silencer; or any destructive device.
As used in this policy, the term “destructive device” means any explosive,
incendiary or poison gas: bomb, grenade, rocket having a propellant charge of
more than four ounces, missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more
than one-quarter, mine, or other device similar to any of these devices.
Neither self-defense nor action undertaken on the reasonable belief that it was
necessary to protect some other person is to be considered an intentional act
under these rules. If accidental bringing to school, the student will be given
a warning. If purposeful bringing, the student will receive three days of OS
suspension.
NARCOTICS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, DRUGS AND
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
A student shall not knowingly possess, sell, use, transmit or be under the
influence of any narcotic drug other than as directed by a licensed physician
and with the knowledge of school officials, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine,
barbiturate, marijuana, any controlled substance or alcoholic beverage of any
kind:
1. on the school grounds during, before or after school hours
2. on the school grounds at any other time when the school is being used by
any school personnel or school group,
3. off the school grounds at a school activity, function or event
Any illegal use will result in calling the proper authorities and a five day OS
suspension.
Use of a drug authorized by a medical prescription from a registered physician
shall not be considered a violation of this rule. ALL SUCH DRUGS MUST BE
REGISTERED WITH THE OFFICE.
MUSIC PLAYERS
Music Players or any other music playing devices are not allowed in class but
may be taken on activities at the discretion of the activity sponsor.
1st Violation Taken away for the day and given back at the end of
the day
2nd Violation Taken away and given back at the end of the school
year
CELL PHONES
Cell phones will not be used
during school hours (7:45 am - 3:40 pm). Persons who are caught using cell
phones will have the phones taken away for the day and given back at the end of
the day. If any student is caught using a cell phone the second time, the phone
will be taken away and kept. Parents will be notified of the situation and will
have to come to the school and pick up the phone. After the third violation,
the student will turn in the cell phone to the office each morning and may pick
up the phone after school. If the student does not produce a phone, the
administration will ask student to empty pockets and book bags to prove no cell
phone is on hand.
REPEATED SCHOOL VIOLATIONS
A student shall not repeatedly fail to comply with directions of the
principal, teacher, student teachers, substitute teachers, teacher aides,
paraprofessionals or other authorized school personnel during any period of
time when he is properly under the authority of school personnel.
Violation of any provision of this behavior code may result in suspension
and/or expulsion. Any student who leaves the school grounds without permission
after having arrived at school shall be subject to all school rules and
regulations and may be subject to suspension and/or expulsion.
1st Violation Warning
2nd Violation One – Three Days of OS Suspension
DRUG FREE SCHOOLS
Student Conduct:
As a condition of continued enrollment in the districts, students shall abide
by the terms of this policy.
Students shall not unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or
use illicit drugs, controlled substances or alcoholic beverages on school
district property, or at any school activity. Any student violating the terms
of this policy shall be reported to the appropriate law enforcement officials,
and shall be subject to the following sanctions:
1. First Offense. A first time violator shall be subject to the following
sanctions:
a. Suspension from school for a period of not less that (10) ten school days
and up to (15) fifteen. Extracurricular activities will be forfeited during the
suspension.
b. A student placed on long term suspension under this policy may be readmitted
on a probationary status if the student agrees to complete a drug and alcohol
rehabilitation program.
2. Second Offense. A student who violates the terms of this policy for the
second time shall be subject to the following sanctions:
a. A punishment up to and including expulsion from school for the
remainder of the school year.
b. Suspension from participation and attendance at all school activities for
the year.
ANY STUDENT THAT REPRESENTS ROCK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL SHALL NOT USE ILLICIT DRUGS,
TOBACCO OR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WHILE PARTICIPATING IN EXTRA CURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES.
FIRST OFFENSE - Suspension from activity for the balance of the expulsion
period.
SECOND OFFENSE - Suspension from activity for the balance of the school year.
COMPLAINTS AND GRIEVANCES
Any student may file a complaint with the principal against any school
employee or any school rule and regulation. Said complaint must be in writing,
and it must be filed within 20 days following the act or event about which the
complaint arose. Said complaint must be specific and in reasonable detail as to
the who, what, where and when of the complaint. Any complaint not filed within
said 20 day period shall be deemed to have been waived. Complaints or
grievances concerning a particular principal's rule or regulation shall be
filed with the principal. Any complaint fulfilling the requirements of this
rule shall be acted upon by the appropriate administrator whose decision shall
be final.
Complaints or grievances concerning a board policy, rule or regulation may be
filed at any time and shall be filed with the clerk of the board.
PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED WITH STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS THAT LEAD TO SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION
In cases involving school behavior problems, the procedures listed below
are to be followed. These procedures are listed in sequence; however,
occasionally student misconduct may so endanger others or disrupt the operation
of the school that following the sequence may not be appropriate or required.
If such a situation exists, the student is to be referred to an authorized
person who may impose a short-term suspension without affording the student a
prior hearing. An informal hearing shall be provided as soon as practicable but
no later than 72 hours after the imposition of the short-term suspension.
Except in the case of urgency, a short-term suspension (not exceeding five
school days) must be preceded by oral or written notice to the student of the
charges and an informal hearing. The hearing, which may be held immediately
after notice of the charges is given, shall recognize these rights of the
student:
1. to be present at the hearing
2. to be informed of the charges against him
3. to make statements in defense of himself or in mitigation of the charges or
accusations
When results are unsatisfactory, a conference with the parents of the student
must be scheduled. Such a conference may include the student, his parents,
teacher, counselor, a representative from special services and the principal.
The number of participants in the conference may vary with each case and be
dependent upon the combined judgment of the school personnel involved in the
conference.
GUIDANCE PROGRAM
The guidance and counseling services of the district may be made available to
any student. The educational guidance program will relate to the educational
objectives and needs of the students and will provide for the individual needs
of the students. The district guidance program will assist students in the
formulation of vocational goals and objectives.
In the program of educational guidance, the guidance counselor will acquaint
students with the educational system and its offerings. Students will be given
assistance in selecting and enrolling in programs and courses. Periodic
testing, e.g. psychological, achievement, interest and other such tests, will
be conducted to aid the evaluation of the district objectives and in making
student assessment. The testing program will be developed by the guidance
counselor with the approval of the building principal.
Guidance and counseling on a personal basis shall assist each student to
understand himself, his capabilities and limitations; to identify an alternate
course of action; and to make appropriate personal decisions. The counselor
will refer any student's personal problems to the parent or guardian, after
consultation with the school psychologist and the building principal, whenever
such problem is beyond the scope of training and experience of the counselor.
A library of up-to-date occupational information and training requirements is
maintained in the CAREER RESOURCE CENTER for both students and staff members.
All secondary school students will be encouraged to consider career goals and
objectives and to pursue programs of study related to those ends.
Assistance in job placement may be given students both directly and by working
with other agencies and when the job opportunities present themselves.
The counselor, in cooperation with teachers and other agencies, will conduct
periodic studies to assess the results of the educational program of the
school. Follow-up information will be assembled to give continued assistance to
former students, to facilitate curriculum evaluation and to reinforce the
guidance program for students enrolled in school.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
Rock Hills High School students will be encouraged to achieve the highest
academic standing possible. Periodic reports will be issued to parents of all
students on the academic progress of the student.
Progress reports will be sent to the parents of all students who are
having academic difficulty on the fifth Friday of each nine weeks grading
period. This report will serve as notification to improve the work so that the
student may avoid a failing grade.
Grade cards will be issued on the Wednesday following each nine weeks period.
Parents can check their student’s grades at any time by using the internet to
access “PowerSchool”.
STUDENT CONFERENCES
Teachers will be available to students for conferences concerning a student's
academic achievement at mutually convenient times.
PARENT CONFERENCES
Parents who receive unsatisfactory progress reports are encouraged to confer
with the teachers at that time. A parent-teacher conference will be held for
all parents during the first and third nine weeks period. Grade cards are to be
picked up at this time by the parents. Any grade cards not picked up on the
conference day will be mailed to the parents on the following school day.
PROMOTION AND RETENTION
It is the policy of the board of education to encourage and assist each student
to progress in a continuous growth pattern of academic achievement in harmony
with normal intellectual, social and emotional development. The best interest
of the student will be the guiding philosophy for determining acceleration,
promotion or retention.
On the written report from any teacher, or any complaint from any parent or
legal guardian of a student in the school system, the Review Board shall meet
in private and discuss the activities and capabilities of the student in
question.
The Review Board shall consist of the principal, the school counselor, the
school psychologist and the superintendent. The Review Board shall make a
recommendation as to the retention or promotion of the student in question to
the board of education.
If the board of education agrees with the recommendation of the Review Board,
such recommendation shall be enforced and the parent or legal guardian of the
student in question promptly notified.
If the parent or legal guardian of the student in question desires, or wishes
to object to the decision, he may request a meeting of the board of education
for such purposes.
In any decision, the recommendation of the Review Board, approved by the board
of education shall be conclusive and final. In lieu of retention, the student
may be required to repeat a class that he has failed.
STUDENT ACCIDENTS
Any school employee who discovers an accident involving a student on school
property shall immediately report the accident to the building principal and
follow the rules approved by the board of education.
Parents and guardians are to be notified of all accidents and appropriate action
determined with the consent of the parents. If the parents cannot be reached,
the family physician or alternate physician, if permitted by parents/guardian
or alternate physician, should be notified.
Students participating in extra curricular activities must have the following
on file in the office:
1. Up-to-date physical form
2. Signed medical release form
Failure to have either of the above forms signed and on file in the high school
office will make the student ineligible to practice or participate. A student
will be allowed to practice and participate when the proper forms are signed
and on file in the high school office.
FUND RAISING AND CLASS TRIPS
The board of education discourages the many sales projects by classes, other
clubs or organizations or the taking of school time of both students and
faculty members. ALL MONIES, MATERIALS OR ITEMS EARNED THROUGH A SCHOOL
SPONSORED FUND RAISING PROGRAM SHALL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE ROCK HILLS HIGH
SCHOOL.
MEALS
Must be student related;
Must be approved by USD #107 Board of Education before each season
begins and scheduled by the Principal;
Priority given to school organizations and Booster Club;
NO school personnel or equipment used by groups other than school
organizations;
Clean up performed by the group.
FUNDRAISERS OTHER THAN MEALS
Must be approved and scheduled by USD #107 Board of Education at least 30
days in advance to avoid conflicts;
Limited to one per event;
Priority given to school organizations and Booster Club.
*Administration will be discussing once again the importance of keeping meals
provided only by school organizations and/or Booster Club. (important fund raisers
could work through the BC)
ACTIVITY TRIPS
Students will ride to required school activities with the school sponsored
group. Students are prohibited from driving to school sponsored events
during the school day unless special permission is granted by the
administration. The teacher sponsoring the activity shall present a trip
list in advance of the trip. Students’ names will be listed, the bus or car
assigned and the name of the adult sponsor.
STUDENTS WHO RIDE THE SCHOOL BUS TO ATHLETIC EVENTS OR OTHER SCHOOL
SPONSORED TRIPS WILL BE EXPECTED TO RETURN ON THE BUS. The sponsor may give
permission to a student to return with his parents if the request is made by
the parent in person at the activity in writing.
Students shall only be released to another adult if the parent makes a request
in writing on a form furnished by the school prior to the function for which a
release is requested. The form must be signed at the school and in the presence
of the principal or the secretary to the principal.
PARTY REGULATIONS
Several dances are put on each year for Rock Hills High students. Although
these dances are intended for Rock Hills students, guests may be invited with
administrative approval. Any student that wishes to bring a guest must sign
them up in the office prior to the day of the dance. The administration would
prefer that all guests be of high school age.
SIGNS AND BULLETINS
No signs shall be placed in the halls or on the hall bulletin boards without
permission from the office. No material shall be posted in the classroom
without the permission of the teacher.
MORNING SUPERVISION
Students are requested not to arrive to school prior to 7:45 A.M.
Teachers will be in their classrooms by 7:55 A.M. and will be
responsible for supervision of the commons and hall areas. Students must
stay in the commons until the 8:10 bell rings. School begins at 8:15.
PREGNANT STUDENTS
A pregnant student has the right to continue schooling in regular school
classes. In the event an individual pregnant student desires to withdraw from
school during pregnancy, the district alone or in conjunction with other community
institutions will furnish her with such assistance as is possible to enable her
to return to school on a full time basis.
Each pregnant student's case will be handled on an individual basis by
the school staff in relation to full participation in school activities.
Pregnant students will be allowed to participate in all phases of the school
program unless their physician advises to the contrary, or unless their
behavior results in material and substantial disruption of the school program.
If a student fails to produce a physician's statement covering participation in
school activities, the administration may deny such participation in the best
interests of the student.
A student's readmittance to school after the birth of her child shall be
upon written consent of her physician.
STUDENT MARRIAGES
Any student who is married at the time of enrollment shall so notify the
administration upon enrolling. Any student who is married during the school
year shall notify the school administration within ten days after such
marriage.
DISCIPLINE
Teachers are to supervise hall activities during the passing period. Students
are to remain seated in the classroom until dismissed by their teacher.
Teachers are the first-line of discipline in the school system and students
should make every attempt to deal with problems that might arise with their
teachers.
Students are allowed 3 minutes for passing between classes. This is plenty of
time to collect materials and report to the next class. If a student repeatedly
arrives late, disciplinary action will follow. (i.e. TARDY) Due to the location
of some classrooms, it would be wise for students to plan ahead and limit the
number of times they must retrieve books and materials from the locker area.
Leaving the classroom once the bell has sounded is strongly discouraged. Be
responsibile and create a plan that will allow you to arrive to class on time
with all necessary materials. The best time to use the restroom or to get a
drink is during the passing period. Manage your time wisely. Class time is best
served in the classroom.
TELEPHONE USAGE
The high school telephone number is 378-3126 or 888-877-6999. Students
are NOT to be allowed to use the phone during class periods unless it is an
emergency. Students should make necessary calls BETWEEN CLASS OR AFTER SCHOOL
when at all possible. Students are NOT to use the phone for long distance calls
without permission.
Parents making calls during the day should leave a message for the student
rather than having him called from class except in the case of an emergency.
LEAVING THE BUILDING
No student shall leave the building without permission from the principal's
office. If a student must leave the building for any reason, other than going
from the main building to the shop area, they are to come to the office and
receive a PERMIT TO LEAVE THE BUILDING.
PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
Overt public display of affection is prohibited. This includes, but is
not limited to, kissing and inappropriate physical contact.
ASSEMBLIES
Several outstanding assemblies have been scheduled for this school year.
School assemblies shall be called whenever the need arises. The following
procedure shall be followed for all assemblies:
1. Flag salute (lead by the Student Council President)
2. Introduction of the program
3. Program
4. Dismissal to class
All school assemblies must have prior approval by the principal and must be
placed on the school calendar no later than two weeks prior to the date
requested for the assembly.
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility will be taken every two weeks with one set of grades being sent
home to parents and one in-between week for students to resurrect grades for
activity participation. PowerSchool is available at anytime for parents to
review grades, lunch fees and other information. Web site information, user
names and passwords will be sent to parents within the first two weeks of
school.
GRADUATION
All students who have completed the requirements for graduation shall be
entitled to participate in graduation exercises unless participation is denied
for just cause as determined by the board of education. In emergency
situations, either the building principal or superintendent may make such
determination.
GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
CLASS OF 2008
English 4 Units
Mathematics 2 Units
Science 2 Units
Social Science 3 Units
1 Unit of United States Government
1 Unit of American History
1 Unit of Another Social Science Course
Computer Technology (Freshmen) 1 Unit
Basic Speech (Sophomores) 1/2 Unit
Entrepreneurship (Sophomores) 1/2 Unit
Physical Education/Health (Freshmen) 1 Unit
Electives 10 Units
Total Units
Required for Graduation is 24 Units
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
BEGINNING WITH THE CLASS OF 2009
English 4 Units
Mathematics 3 Units
Science 3 Units
Social Science 3 Units
1 Unit United States Government (Juniors)
1 Unit American History (Sophomores)
World Geography and History (Freshmen-Sophomores-Juniors)
Civics/Economics (Freshmen-Sophomores-Juniors)
Psychology/Western Civilization (Juniors-Seniors)
Computer Technology (Freshmen) 1 Unit
Basic Speech (Sophomores) 1/2 Unit
Entrepreneurship (Sophomores) 1/2 Unit
Physical Education (Freshmen) 1 Unit
Fine Arts 1 Unit
Electives 7 Units
Total Units Required for Graduation is 24 Units
Rock Hills High School exceeds all requirements for graduation as set forth by
the Kansas State Department of Education. Twenty-four units of credit are
required for graduation.
FRESHMEN -- GEOMETRY
Incoming freshmen wishing to take Geometry rather than Algebra I must meet
all
three (3) requirements:
1) Score in the 90%ile on the ITBS test
2) Score an EX on the state assessment test
3) Score 90% or above on the algebra I CRT given by a high school teacher
Any student who does not meet all three (3) requirements will take Algebra I.
Freshmen who take Geometry will enter Algebra II the next year.
Freshmen who take Algebra I will enter Geometry the next year.
ENGLISH I,
II, IIII, IV OR APPLIED ENGLISH I, II, III
Students will take English I, II, III, IV unless students receive an Approaching the Standards or an Academic Warning on the Kansas State Assessment Tests and score in the 65%ile or below on the ITBS test. Students may also be recommended in the applied class by teacher or parent referral. Parents will give permission to the school to place students in any applied English class.
EARTH
SCIENCE, APPLIED EARTH SCIENCE
BIOLOGY, APPLIED BIOLOGY
Students will take the regular science and biology classes unless the students receive a score of 65%ile or below on the ITBS test and a 65% or below on the final CRT test. Students may also be recommended in the applied class by teacher or parent referral Parents will give permission to the school to place a student in any applied Science class.
HONORS PROGRAM AND COLLEGE CREDIT
Students who desire to take classes for college credit, and meet criteria, may
do so through Cloud County Community College and/or North Central Kansas
Vocational Technical College. Dual credit will be given for those courses taken
through Cloud County and/or North Central Kansas Vocational Technical College.
A student must meet the necessary prerequisites set by Cloud County in order to
take a class.
Any costs arising from enrollment in the above will be at the expense of the
student.
COLLEGE
ALGEBRA/TRIGONOMETRY
CLOUD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
If student is taking class for college credit,
student must ---
A) Be a Junior or Senior only
B) Complete 2 years of high school Algebra with a “C” or better
C) Have a GPA of 2.50 or above
D) Score a 22 or above on the ACT test or score a 22 or above on the PLAN Test,
or
E) Score an appropriate score on the ASSET/COMPASS test given by CCCC
for a $10 feed paid by the student.
F) CCC will make all final decisions on class entry.
The student must receive a final grade of ‘C’ or better to receive college
credit, and this class can fulfill a high school math requirement.
COLLEGE
ENGLISH COMPOSITION I AND II
CLOUD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
I student is taking class for college credit,
student must ---
A) Be Senior and completed English I, II, and III
B) Have a GPA of 2.50 or above
C) Score a 21 or above on the ACT or a 21 or above on the PLAN Test, or
D) Have an appropriate score on the ASSET test in English and an acceptable
level of performance on a college administered writing sample for a $10 fee
paid
by the student
E) CCCC will make all final decisions on class entry
F) Must receive a final grade of ‘C’ or better to receive college credit and
this class
can fulfill a high school English requirement.
EARLY GRADUATION
A student, who, for educational and vocational reasons, wishes to graduate from
high school in less than the normal four year grade (9-12) sequence may request
permission for early graduation. The student shall request in writing to the
board of education permission for early graduation with reasons supporting his
plan and request. A parent or legal guardian of the student must submit a
letter in support of the student's written request. The request letters to the
board of education are to be submitted to the superintendent no later than six
months prior to the anticipated completion of the required high school
program.
Each request is to be determined by the board on the merits of the individual
circumstances; one case shall not set a precedent for others.
Students may be allowed to withdraw from any class within the first week of
each semester for 1 semester courses, and withdraw from any class the first
week of the 1st semester for full credit courses. Students may drop classes
with prior approval from the teacher, guidance counselor and principal. All
students desiring to drop a class must have a written note from home stating
the reason for the decision to drop the class. Students enrolled in College
credit courses must follow CCCC procedure for dropping a class.
Students enrolled in classes are expected to complete the requirements for
those classes after the deadline for dropping the class has passed.
ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL
No student will be allowed to attend an alternative school until his/her
class has graduated from high school
Under extreme circumstances the administration and Board of Education may waive
this policy:
-reason for attending must be in writing
-student and parent(s) mst attend BOE meeting to justify reason for attending
the
alternative school
-decision will be jointly made by administration and the BOE
-if allowed to attend, student must be enrolled by September 20 or opening
statement above applies.
WORK STUDY
Seniors will be allowed work study during their senior year. Students must
be sure that a work study program will fit into their scheduled required
classes for their senior year before inquiring about a work study. Qualified
seniors must pick up a packet from the guidance office which includes:
- Parent permissions slip
- Business Contract form
- Work study evaluation form
SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS
The high school classes and organizations select officers for the next school year during the early part of the fall semester. Elections are sponsored and organized by the class and organization members. Some organizations select their officers during the spring for the following year. Each organization has a constitution giving its requirement for office and membership. Each organization shall be responsible for its own elected officers.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
MEMBERSHIP
Section 1. Membership in the Rock Hills High School Chapter of NHS is an honor
bestowed upon a student. Selection for membership is by a Faculty Council and
is based on outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service. Once
selected, members have the responsibility to continue to demonstrate these
qualities.
Section 2. Membership shall be known as active, honorary, and graduate. Active
members shall become graduate members at graduation. Graduate members shall
have no voice or vote in chapter affairs.
Section 3. The Faculty Council shall reserve the right to award honorary
membership to school officials, principals, teachers, NHS advisers, adults,
students with disabilities, or foreign exchange students in recognition of
achievement and/or outstanding service rendered to the school in keeping with
the purposes of the National Honor Society. Honorary members shall have no
voice or vote in chapter affairs.
Section 4. Candidates become members when inducted at a special ceremony.
Section 5. Members who are seniors in good standing are eligible to be
nominated by the chapter to compete in the National Honor Society Scholarship
Program.
Section 6. An NHS member who transfers to Rock Hills High School and brings a
letter from the principal or chapter adviser to the Rock Hills High School
adviser shall be accepted automatically as a member in the Rock Hills High
School chapter. Transfer members must meet the Rock Hills High School chapter’s
standards within one semester in order to retain membership.
Section 7. Members who resign or are dismissed are never again eligible for
membership or its benefits.
SELECTION OF MEMBER
Section 1. To be eligible for membership the candidate must be a member of
the junior or senior class.
Section 2. Candidates must meet ll the following criteria in order to be
selected for induction.
a. The minimum standard for scholarship shall be a cumulative scholastic
average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) with only A or B grades on their
transcript.
b. Candidates must fill out a candidate form about their past activity
involvement which is used as part of the evaluation process.
c. Candidates must also have a letter of recommendation from a school or
community leader written on their behalf.
d. Candidates shall then be evaluated on the basis of service, leadership,
and character by school faculty members. An average of 8.0 on a 12
point scale must be achieved.
Section 3. The selection of each member to the chapter shall be by a majority
vote of the Faculty Council.
Section 4. A description of the selection procedure shall be made available in
a timely fashion to all students and parents of the school. The selection
procedure shall be determined by the Faculty Council and shall be consistent
with the rules and regulations of NHS.
DISCIPLINE AND DISMISSAL
Section 1. The Faculty Council in compliance with the rules and regulations
of the National Honor Society shall determine the procedure for dismissal. A
written description of the dismissal procedure shall be available to interested
parties. The Faculty Council can consider disciplinary actions that are less
severe than dismissal if circumstances warrant.
Section 2. Members who fall below the standards that were the basis for their
selection shall be promptly warned in writing by the chapter adviser and given
a reasonable amount of time to correct the deficiency, except that in the case
of flagrant violation of school rules or the law, a member does not necessarily
have to be warned.
Section 3. The Faculty Council shall determine when an individual has exceeded
a reasonable number of warnings.
Section 4. In all cases of pending dismissal, a member shall have a right to a
hearing before the Faculty Council. This hearing is required and is considered
“due process” for all members.
Section 5. For purposes of dismissal, a majority vote of the Faculty Council is
required.
Section 6. A member who has been dismissed my appeal the decision of the
Faculty Council to the principal and thereafter under the same rules for
disciplinary appeals in the Rock Hills School District.
Section 7. The National Council and NASSP shall hear no appeals in the
dismissal cases.
CHAPTER OFFICERS
Section 1. The following officers shall be chosen by majority vote of the
members: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasure, and Historian.
Section 2. New officers shall be installed at a special ceremony.
MEETINGS
Section 1. Each chapter shall have regular meetings during the school year
as designated by the executive committee and in accordance with school policy
and regulations.
Section 2. The chapter president or other designated student leader may call
special meetings approved by the executive committee.
Section 3. The chapter president shall conduct meetings according to Robert’s Rules
of Order, Newly Revised in all points not expressly provided for in the
chapter bylaws.
ACTIVITIES
Section 1. The Rock Hills High School Chapter of NHS shall determine at
least two service projects for each year.
Section 2. All members shall regularly participate in these projects.
Section 3. These projects shall have the following characteristics: Fulfill a
need within the school or community;’ Have the support of the administration
and the faculty; Be appropriate and educationally defensible; Be well planned,
organized, and executed.
Section 4. Each member shall have the responsibility for choosing and
participating in an individual service project that reflects his or her
particular talents and interests. This is in addition to the chapter projects
to which all members contribute.
Section 5. Each chapter shall publicize its projects in a positive manner.
STUDENT COUNCIL
The High School Student Council will be selected from the student body during
the beginning of each school term.
Each student is encouraged to express their ideas and concerns about school
rules and regulations governing their conduct to student council
representatives. These ideas can be brought up at any regularly scheduled
council meeting.
HONOR ROLL
The honor roll for the senior high school students will be listed after each of
the nine weeks and also after each semester. No student who receives a
"D" or an INC. will be considered for the honor roll. The honor roll
will be divided into three groups.
SUPERINTENDENT’S ALL ACADEMIC HONOR ROLL
TO BE ELIGIBLE A STUDENT MUST HAVE NO GRADE LOWER THAN AN A-.
SUPERINTENDENT'S HONOR ROLL
To be eligible a student must have compiled a grade point average of 10.000
points or better for the nine weeks and also for the semester.
PRINCIPAL'S HONOR ROLL
To be eligible a student must have compiled a grade point average of 8.000
points or better for the nine weeks and also for the semester.
All grade point averages and rankings in class are figured on the 12.000 scale
as follows:
A+ 12.000 B+ 9.000 C+ 6.000 D+ 3.000
A 11.000 B 8.000 C 5.000 D 2.000
A- 10.000 B- 7.000 C- 4.000 D- 1.000
VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN
Rock Hills High School honors graduating seniors who have participated in a challenging
curriculum and achieved high marks in all their classes. The student achieving
the highest grade point average is designated at the Valedictorian. The student
with the second highest grade point average as the Salutatorian. All grade
point averages are computed using the 12.00 scale for seven semesters of work.
In case of identical ties, there will be co-honor students in either category.
To be eligible for consideration as the class Valedictorian/Salutatorian, a
student must graduate in good standing with USD 107. All classes must be from
within the general education curriculum not requiring modified content or
objectives.
Those students who have complied a grade point average of 10.00 or better for
seven semester of work, but do not rank 1st or second in their class will be
honored for their outstanding academic achievement with a red cord at senior
class day.
GRADING SYSTEM
The following is an explanation of the grading system to be used in Rock Hills
High School. Each teacher shall use the following grading system:
A+ 99-100
A 94-98
A- 90-93
B+ 87-89
B 83-86
B- 80-82
C+ 77-79
C 73-76
C- 70-72
D+ 67-69
D 63-66
D- 60-62
F Below 60
INC. INCOMPLETE
W Withdrawal or withheld
LOCKERS
Each student has been assigned a locker that has a combination lock built into
each door. Physical education lockers have locks that are checked out to the
student. You are the only one who has the combination to your locker, therefore
no one else should be able to get into your locker, no one that is, unless you
have given the combination or key to someone or if you have neglected to spin
the lock more than one time or left the locker unlocked upon leaving your
locker. You must make sure that your locker is locked. That is your
RESPONSIBILITY.
STUDENT RECORDS
Under the Family Education Rights and Privacy
Act of 1974, the parents of a student enrolled in any educational institution
receiving federal funds are given certain rights concerning the educational
records of their children.
The following information is being provided in accordance with this Act:
1. TYPES OF EDUCATIONAL RECORDS MAINTAINED - Types of educational
records regularly maintained and directly related to each student includes the
following:
a. personal data and family background information
b. medical and health information
c. date of school entry
d. school grades
e. transcripts from previous school attended
f. school-wide test ratings
g. behavior trait ratings
h. school activities
i. anecdotal records
j. autobiographies written in class
2. RIGHT TO A HEARING - You are entitled to a hearing to challenge the
content of your child's educational records. The records may be challenged on
the following grounds:
a. the records are inaccurate
b. misleading
c. in violation of the privacy or other rights of students and/or
d. contain inappropriate data
You will be provided an opportunity for the correction or deletion of any such
inaccurate, misleading or otherwise inappropriate data contained therein and to
insert into such records written explanation of the parents and eligible
students respecting the content of such records.
Eligible student means a student who has attained eighteen years of age, or is
attending an institution of post-secondary education.
3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE - The record custodian of each
attendance center is responsible for the maintenance of all the above listed
types of records. Each year during the month of August, all educational records
will be reviewed by the record custodian for insuring that the information is
appropriate, current, essential, accurate and relevant for keeping. All
discarded information will be shredded at the current time under his
supervision.
4. ACCESS TO RECORDS - The following persons, organizations, agencies or
institutions who have a legitimate interest may have access to the educational
records of each student.
ACCESS PURPOSE
a. other school staff Educational, social, personal development
b. officials of other schools Student seeks or intends to enroll
c. authorized representatives Fulfillment of legal requirements of federal and
state agencies
d. institutions or agencies In connection with financial aid for student
e. state and local officials Information required to be reported by state
statute
f. organizations Conducting studies
g. accrediting organizations Accreditation
h. appropriate persons Health or safety of student and others
i. parents or a dependent student Parent information
j. courts To comply with the law
Before any educational records will be released to any other than those parties
specified above, you must give your written consent to the appropriate record
custodian.
5. PARENT OR ELIGIBLE STUDENT ACCESS TO RECORDS - You are eligible to
have access to the educational records for your inspection and review.
6. RIGHT TO COPY - Parent(s) and eligible students may have copies of
the desired record at a cost charge to the parent(s) or eligible student.
7. RIGHT OF INTERPRETATION - Parents or students have the right to
appropriate interpretation of the content of their educational record.
8. DIRECTORY INFORMATION - The following information is defined
as Directory Information: name, address, telephone listing, date and place of
birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities
and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of
attendance, degrees and awards received, and the most recent previous
educational agency or institution attended by the student.
If you believe that any or all of the above directory information should not be
released without your prior consent, PLEASE RESPOND WITHIN TEN DAYS to the
superintendent or record custodian.
9. TRANSFER OF EDUCATIONAL RECORDS TO ANOTHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
You will be notified of the educational records being transferred to any other
educational institution. If you so desire, a copy of the record being
transferred will be notified of such order.
10. COURT ORDER FOR EDUCATIONAL RECORDS - Upon receipt of a subpoena or
judicial order requiring said custodian to be notified of such order.
11. RECORD OF REQUESTS FOR ACCESS - Except for school staff members, the
record custodian of said student is to relinquish control of said educational
records, you will be notified of such order.
12. TRANSFER OF RIGHTS - When the student becomes eighteen years of age
or is attending a post-secondary institution, all rights formerly accorded to
you as parents of said student become the sole rights of the student, as
recognized by the Internal Revenue Code of 1954.
APPENDIX A:
SELECTION OF HOMECOMING KING/QUEEN
The procedure for the selection of the homecoming queen and king will be as
follows: THIS PROCEDURE IS SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY THE STUCO EACH YEAR. CHANGES
WILL BE MADE IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE STUDENT BODY. Students must be in
good academic standing. Students having an “F” in any class are not eligible.
*Four (4) boys and four(4) girls will be chosen from the senior class.
*Grades 9-12 will vote for the candidates in ballot form from a list of all
seniors.
*When the candidates are chosen, the same voting procedure will be used to pick
a King/Queen; the four (4) candidates’ names will appear on the ballot and the
students will vote for one (1) King and (1) Queen.
*The Principal and Stuco Sponsor will count the ballots.
APPENDIX B:
SELECTION OF SWEETHEART CANDIDATES
*Candidates will be chosen in the same manner as choosing the Homecoming
candidates.
* The four (4) Homecoming candidates will not be eligible for Sweetheart
King/Queen
ROCK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
Office Referral Guidelines
Although consequences are progressive, should a student choose to
violate the laws that govern our state, the USD 107 drug/alcohol policy, or
exude extreme inappropriate behavior, the administration reserves the right to
skip down the list to ensure that appropriate consequences are matched to the
infraction.
1st Referral: The student will be counseled on his choice of behavior
and will be placed in In-School-Suspension for the remainder of the hour.
(Remainder of the day if needed.) All class work is to be retrieved and
provided for the student to be completed. Parents will be notified of the
reason for the referral.
2nd Referral: The student will be counseled on his choice of behavior
and will be placed in In-School-Suspension for the remainder of the day plus
the following school day. All work will be sent to the student to be completed.
Activities will be forfeited for the days the student is in ISS. Parents will
be notified to the reason for the referral and suspension.
3rd Referral: The student will be counseled on his choice of behavior
and will be placed in Out-Of-School suspension. at the discretion of the
principal for a total of 1-5 school days. No credit will be given on
assignments for the days missed although the student is responsible for making
up all work. All activities will be forfeited for the days missed. If no
activity is scheduled during the suspension period, the student misses the next
scheduled activity. Parents will be notified of the reason for the referral and
suspension.
4th Referral: The student will be counseled on his choice of behavior
and will be placed in Out-of-School suspension for 5-10 days. No credit will be
given on assignments for the days missed. All activities will be forfeited for
the days missed. If no activity is scheduled during the suspension period, the
student misses the next 3 scheduled activities. A conference will be held
between the student, parent (s), and administration.
Should a student be referred 5 or more times, the student will be looking at 11
or more days of OSS to expulsion for the remainder of the semester and/or the
school year.
Some behavior may be reported to the Jewell County Sheriff’s office. This
will be left to the discretion of the principal.
POLICY OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 107
Jewell County, Kansas
VIOLENT AND AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR
Foundations,
Scope and Application:
It is the policy of the Board of
Education of Mankato Unified School District No. 107 to maintain a learning and
working environment that is free from threats of harmful influence from any
person(s) or group(s) which exhibit and/or promote violence and/or other
disruptive behaviors.
Further, the Board is committed to promoting healthy human relationships and
learning environments that are physically and psychologically safe. It further
believes that students are the first priority and that no physical or emotional
harm is to come to them during school activities, on school grounds, or on any
school-related activity.
The Board of Education recognizes that there are certain behaviors that, if
tolerated, would quickly destroy the type of learning environment to which the
students and staff of the school district are entitled. These behaviors,
categorized as violent and aggressive, will not be tolerated and shall
therefore result in immediate action being taken by the school administration.
All acts of student violence and/or aggression shall result in the student(s)
involved being placed on a compulsory Behavior Management Plan (BMP) which will
be developed promptly and cooperatively by a Student Improvement Team (SIT)
which may include the school administrator, counselor, school psychologist,
teacher(s), the student and his/her parent(s) or guardian(s). In addition to
this BMP, each situation shall result in specific consequences, determined by
the seriousness of the act, including consideration of suspension or expulsion
for acts of a serious or chronic nature.
Acts of violence and aggression shall be documented in such form as the Superintendent
may require and shall be communicated to the school Principal and the
Superintendent. The immediate involvement of the parent(s) or Guardian(s) is
also desirable.
Consideration shall be given to the involvement of the Jewell County Sheriff
Department, as well as other appropriate agencies, and in case wherein there is
a possible violation of the law, notification to the Jewell County Sheriff
Department shall be mandatory.
The school district shall take proactive measures to eliminate violence in our
schools by protecting children whose health or welfare may be jeopardized
through acts of violence. It is the responsibility of the staff of each school
to make schools safe by promoting safe and secure learning environments.
Governance and Operations:
The Board of Education and the school administration shall publicize and
inform staff, parents, and student annually of policies and procedures related
to violence prevention and weapons.
The appropriate school administrator of the district shall act immediately to
investigate all complaints of violence, either formal or informal, and take
appropriate disciplinary action against any pupil or staff member who is found
to have violated this policy.
The Board of Education encourages the implementation of the following
prevention strategies:
1. Provide training in recognition, prevention, and safe responses to violence
and the
development of a positive school climate.
2. Provide in-service for school personnel in aspects of reporting, visibility,
and
supervision as deterrents to school violence.
3. Promote student safety responsibility by encouraging the reporting of
suspicious
individuals and unusual activities on school grounds.
4. Establish clear school rules that prevent and deter violence.
Prohibited Acts:
1. Possession, Threat With, or Use of a Weapon: It shall be a violation
of this policy for any pupil or staff member to possess a firearm or other
dangerous weapon as described herein when in the school building, on school
grounds, buses, activities or field trips, nor while traveling to or from
school by whatever means. Any person who brings a firearm or weapon to school
in violation of the “Gun-Free School Act of 1994” and amendments thereto, shall
be referred to the Jewell County Sheriff Department and shall be expelled as
provided elsewhere in policies relating to said Act (q.v. JCDBB). No student or
staff member shall possess a weapon at any time on school property or at
school-related activities, unless the Superintendent of Schools has given specific
consent therefore in writing. For the purposes of this policy, a weapon
is defined as any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, any device designed as a
weapon or, through its use, is capable of producing bodily harm or death, or
any device (including an incendiary or explosive device) or any instrument
which is used to threaten or cause bodily harm or death. The term “weapon” as
used herein shall also include any knife, regardless of manufacture, type, or
length of blade. Possession is defined as having a weapon on one’s person, or
in an area subject to one’s control, on school property, or at a school
activity. Exception: A student who finds a weapon and immediately
advises a teacher or other adult, shall not be considered to be in possession
of a weapon. Students who find a weapon are advised to seek adult assistance
and are advised not to touch the weapon. Requirements of School Employees:
Each school employee shall seize or cause to be seized and take possession of
any offensive or dangerous weapon that is brought to school by a pupil and hand
over any such weapon to the principal who shall notify the parent(s) or
Guardian(s) and proceed to provide for the expulsion of such student as
provided by relevant policies of the Board (q.v. JCDBB).
2. Physical Assault: No student of staff member shall physically
assault another student or staff member on school property, at any
school-related activity, or while traveling to or from school. Physical
Assault is the act of striking or touching a person or that person’s
property with a part of the anatomy or with any object, with the intent of
causing hurt or harm.
3. Verbal Abuse: No student or staff member