STUDENT HANDBOOK

W.P. DAVIDSON

HIGH SCHOOL

CLAS Banner School 2014, 2016

3900 PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD

MOBILE, ALABAMA 36609

PHONE (251) 221-3084

FAX (251) 221-3083

http://davidson.mes.schoolinsites.com/

www.wpdvidson.org

LEWIS COPELAND Principal

COLORS Black and Gold

MOTTO “May the knowledge gained here better mankind.”

STUDENT COUNCIL - SENIOR OFFICERS

Rupa Palanki – President

Swikriti Shahi– Vice President

Caroline Franklin -Secretary

Carmen Ortiz- Treasurer

Kennedy Holder – Representative

Lydia Moffett – Representative

Malik Reed – Representative

Tara Summers - Representative

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

TO THE STUDENTS OF DAVIDSON HIGH SCHOOL:

Welcome to the 2016-2017 school year. Each year brings new opportunities

and new programs and this year is no different. Our enrichment period, known

as 3rd block will be used for various remediation and enrichments. Upper class

students will prepare for various testing components during this time, such as

AP tests, and ACT test, while ninth grade students will focus on Algebra and

writing. WE encourage all students to make the best use of this extra, in-school

help.

We especially want to welcome freshman, as well as returning students. We

expect a lot of you and from you. We are a rigorous school and want you to

thrive, educationally, on the rigor. You are worth our efforts; the more you put

into your educational experience, the more you will receive from it.

Our International Baccalaureate Program now houses 180 members; our pre-engi-

neering EPIC program houses over 300 members. These programs continue to

provide quality education that translates into college scholarship dollars to uni-

versities in all states as well as Alabama. We have something for every interest

level - from the finest band, The Sound of Mobile, the finest dance and theatrical

productions, the finest art program, to the best in the athletics, robotics, JROTC,

and Hi-Q team - to name a few.

Special thanks go to your student Government Organization, for providing this

handbook for you. It offers invaluable information about our school. I hope you

have a productive year by bringing you best efforts to your classes and activities

every day.

Sincerely,

Lewis Copeland

Principal

MESSAGE STUDENT COUNCIL PRESIDENT Warriors, welcome to the 2016-2017 school year!

As I enter my senior year and reflect on semesters past, I know for a fact that this school year will be full of unforgettable experiences and amazing memories. Whether you are a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior, I encourage you all to seize the many opportunities that Davidson has to offer.

Joining an athletic program is a great way to get involved at Davidson, and there is a wide array to choose from, including football, soccer, tennis, swimming, basketball, softball, baseball, track, and cross country. The Warrior athletes are prime examples of how hard work and solidarity lead to success. Even if cheering from the sidelines is more your style, attending games or joining the Wild Warriors club are great ways to show your Warrior pride!

The fine arts programs outdo themselves every year. The theatre program puts on amazing spring musicals and consistently wins awards at state competitions. The Kinetics Dance Company astounds the audience at Winter Blast with their breath taking numbers. Chorus is full of gifted voices, and the band (marching, jazz, and symphonic) is the spirit of the school. At Davidson, there is a plethora of ways to express your artistic abilities.

Warriors aren’t just “bold and brave.” We’re leaders, too. If you’re looking to give back to your community, consider joining a service organization like Key Club or Junior Civitan. Running for a position on Student Council is a great way to get involved in enhancing the Warrior experience. DIMUN, FBLA, Government Club, and foreign language clubs broaden horizons and help increase awareness about local, national, and international communities. Scholar’s Bowl, Hi-Q, and Math Team put our Warriors’ academic and problem-solving skills to the test. The award-winning robotics team prepares students for the workforce through training in STEM, technical writing, presentation, and management. Davidson graduates enter the real world already equipped with experience and proficiency.

Davidson offers a rigorous and diverse selection of classes taught by passionate teachers. Programs such as the Engineering Pathway Integrated Curriculum (EPIC), International Baccalaureate (IB), Multiple Academic Pathways to Success (MAPS), Advanced Placement (AP), and honors allow students to customize their education to fit their interests and career plans.

It is my hope that we enter this new school year with hard work, perseverance, and open-minded attitudes. Let us take advantage of all that Davidson has to offer and make this the best chapter in our stories yet.

Go Warriors!

Rupa Palanki

TABLE OF CONTENTS

School Songs ....................................................................................................... 4

History……………………………………………. ................................................... 5

We’d Like You to Know ....................................................................................... 6

School Ring ......................................................................................................... 8

Football Schedule……………………………………………………………………….9

Mission Statement………………………………………………………………………9

School Calendar .............................................................................................. 10

Bell Schedule……………………………………………..…………………………….11

School Policies ................................................................................................ 12

Academic Rule / Athletic Eligibility ................................................................... 16

Useful Information for Students ........................................................................ 17

Attendance Policy…………………………………………..…………………………19

Prom, Homecoming…………………………..………………..……………………...22

Special Information for Parents ....................................................................... 30

Guidance and Counseling ................................................................................. 32

Scheduling, Courses, Grading, etc .................................................................... 33

EPIC Certification and International Baccalaureate (IB) Program ................. 35

Organizations .................................................................................................... 45

Constitution of Student Council ......................................................................... 49

Map ................................................................................................................... 55

Index……………………………………………………………………. ..................... 58

ALMA MATER

Doyle Grallap

Class of ‘64

As Warriors bold and brave,

Fond memories we save,

Remembering dear old Davidson

Long may her banner wave!

We lead the way in spirit,

As warriors we are proud.

Our strength, our might, our honor,

We make it known aloud.

No finer Alma Mater!

No finer story told!

Always marching forward, onward,

Warriors, black and gold.

FIGHT SONG

When those Davidson Warriors fall in line,

We’re going to win this game just give us time.

For the Davidson High School we will win and for the

whole darn state we’ll fight with all our might.

We’re going to scrap, scrap, scrap for every yard and

hit the opposition mighty hard, mighty hard!

We’ll win this game for Black and Gold,

Black and Gold, Rah! Rah! Rah! Hay!

HISTORY

THE SCHOOL...

The birth of W.P. Davidson High School was in 1960 when a tenth-grade class

was contained in the building of the Azalea Road Junior High School.

Each year an additional grade was included, until the 1962-1963 school year

when Davidson graduated its first class.

That same year the modern building, which previously had been only a dream to

Davidson students, became a reality.

The much envied seniors were given the esteemed privilege of attending classes

in the new structure during the last two weeks of school.

The dedication of W.P. Davidson was during September. The first full year was

the 1963-1964 session, in which case four grades, Freshman - Seniors, were

taught.

W.P. Davidson High School is a four-year secondary education institution in the

Mobile County Public School System. Davidson offers one of the most

comprehensive programs available to Mobile students. Davidson was selected as

a National Blue Ribbon School in the National Committee on Excellence in

Education Secondary School Recognition Program in 1990-1991 and in 1994-

1996! In 1992 W. P. Davidson High School was the recipient of Redbook mag-

azine’s Best Schools Program National Academic Achievement Winner.

Davidson boasts a long tradition of academic excellence and extracurricular

activities. Davidson serves an average population of 1400 students, with 85

teachers, counselors, librarians, and administrators. Davidson is accredited by

the Southeastern Association of Colleges and Schools and the state of Alabama.

Davidson's attractive air-conditioned school plant is located on a spacious 36-

acre campus in west Mobile.

AND...

THE MAN

W. P. Davidson Senior High School is named for the late William Pickett

Davidson, who was employed as Business Assistant by the Board of School

Commissioners May 8, 1922, before which time he was employed in the business world.

In 1949, when there was a reorganization and expansion of the administrative

staff, he was promoted to the position of Assistant Superintendent in Charge of Business

Affairs. During his tenure as Business Assistant and Assistant Superintendent the school

system was faced with the depression and World War II. Mr. Davidson was a loyal and

devoted employee, doing his utmost to meet emergencies as they arose in this crucial

period.

Mr. Davidson was the son of Mary Alston Pickett and Josiah Morris Davidson.

He was born January 12, 1883 in Montgomery, Alabama, where he received his educa-

tion. He was the great-grandson of Albert James Pickett, the author of Pickett’s “History

of Alabama.”

Persons who knew Mr. Davidson perceived in him the characteristics of a gen-

tleman. Upon his retirement in 1953, after thirty-one years of faithful service, he was

awarded The Mobile Press Scroll of Merit as a tribute to his work and devotion to edu-

cation in Mobile County.

He passed away November 6, 1958. This memorial was established in honor of

Mr. Davidson, who was greatly beloved and highly respected.

WE’D LIKE FOR YOU TO KNOW

Davidson is accustomed to being a leader in innovative programs.

Did you know that Davidson . . .

...has won more PTA County Awards than any other high school unit, taking the “Best

High School Unit” award numerous times?

...has written and won over $50,000 in competitive grants to fund instructional programs

and has the only Pre-Engineering Theme Program in Mobile?

...was the first Mobile County School to sponsor a Model United Nations simulations,

patterned after those held in universities across the nation?

...has an International Baccalaureate program?

....produces an annual Spring Musical that brings together Fine Arts talent from theater,

dance, chorus, art & band?

....has the highest ACT scores in the county

These are just a few examples of how the staff has worked to continually improve the

quality of the program at Davidson and expand the opportunities for student involvement

in a variety of challenging, exciting learning experiences.

EPIC (Engineering Pathway Integrated Curriculum:

Engineering Pathways Integrated Curriculum is a specialized math and science program that

prepares students for post-secondary education in engineering, medicine, geological, physical,

and meteorological, information technology, and environmental fields. EPIC’s strong math and

science components allow interested students to go beyond the required curriculum to take extra

courses and to participate in enrichment activities related to their interests in math and science.

EPIC students choose one of four pathways which best suits their interests and goals for the future:

Biomedical Engineering

Computer Science

Engineering

Global and Environmental Studies

Each of these paths are more rigorous than the traditional high school curriculum, and each one offers

unique benefits. At the end of a student’s 9th grade year, teachers, counselors, and parents help

students choose the path that best aligns with their aspirations. The EPIC program is broad enough to

help students who have a wide variety of goals.

GIFTED EDUCATION: Davidson established the first Gifted Program in the county over

30 years ago. Although Gifted courses are no longer part of the MCPSS high school

curriculum, Davidson continues to serve its Gifted population through programs such as

the International Baccalaureate, EPIC, Davidson Model United Nations, Robotics, and

academic teams.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT: Davidson offers a college preparatory curriculum which

prepares students to enter our College Board Advance Placement curriculum in English,

foreign language, history, math, science, and computer science. Each AP course follows the

College Board syllabus which give students an opportunity to take a college-level course

while still in high school.

CAREER TECHNICAL: Davidson offers a full range of Career Technical programs,

including courses at the area Career Technical center and on-the-job training in cooperative

work programs. New courses such as Computer Science, Software Development as well as Microsoft Academy

is also offered. Microsoft Academy allows the student to obtain a CRI through Microsoft Certification in any one of

the Microsoft 2013 Programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)

NJROTC: The complete Naval Science curriculum is four years in length but a cadet may

take one semester or four years. Cadets taking the first two years of Naval Science (NS-1

through NS-4) will receive a Physical Education Credit. The curriculum consists of formal

classroom training supplemented by orientation trips to various activities.

The Naval Science courses include seamanship, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy,

navigation, leadership and history. Activities include drill teams and color guards, rifle teams,

academic teams, field trips and a military ball. The Navy provides all books, drill equipment and

uniforms. If you decide to enter the Armed Forces on completion of two or more years of

NJROTC, you will enter at a higher pay grade, however, NJROTC carries no obligation to join

the armed services. Its purpose is to teach patriotism, responsibility, discipline, and leadership

Additional fees are required for participation on Drill Teams, Color Guard, Rifle Teams and other

NJROTC activities.

Hopefully, the NJROTC experience will teach the cadets to take great pride in their country,

their Navy and THEMSELVES.

MUSIC: An average of 250 young musicians participate in our band, choral, and string

programs. Davidson is represented by three performing vocal groups: the Varsity

Singers, the Advanced Chorus, and the Davidson Singers. The band also has performing

groups: the Marching, Symphonic, Concert, and Jazz Bands. All our performing

organizations consistently win Superior ratings in regional and state contests and place

many members on All-State groups. A non-performing Music Appreciation class is also

offered to fulfill the half-credit fine arts requirement.

SCHOLARSHIPS: Our seniors this past year were offered over 13 million dollars in

scholarship money. Davidson seniors have been accepted and offered scholarships to

such institutions as Emory, Vanderbilt, Georgia Tech, Rhodes College, The United States

Naval, Army, and Air Force Academies, Rice, Boston University, Carnegie Mellon,

Tulane, Princeton, Yale and Columbia as well as to all the state and local colleges and

universities.

* * *

We invite you to look at the range of opportunities for students at Davidson. The record

speaks for itself!

SCHOOL RING

The Davidson High School ring was designed by a committee representing the Class of

1963 in their Junior year. The contract was awarded to the Balfour Company. It is a gold

ring with a black onyx stone.

The committee that designed the ring was composed of:

Ted Mueller

Martha Rambo

Anita Hansen

Annette Rogers

Mr. Sam Shout

Mrs. Ruth Merwin

Mrs. Alice Brimm

Mrs. Jane Pinnell

Miss Pauline Lambright

On the shank of the ring is the Davidson Warrior emerging in full splendor from an

arrow- head design. On the other shank is the traditional lamp of learning and the

open book. Under the book is the Latin inscription, “Lux etveritus,” which means

“Light and Truth.” On the crown, around the stone, is written in Old Text letters,

“Davidson, Mobile.” The arrowhead with raindrops in the four corners of the ring are

Indian symbols for success and happiness. The impress of the pine needles and pine

cone relates the Davidson ring to the Gulf Coast area.

LOCAL POLICY ON USE OF CAMPUS FACILITIES

Any student organization wishing to use the school’s facilities during times other than

regular school hours must receive prior approval from the principal.

All requests from student or adult organizations to use the theater/auditorium building

must call school main office at (251) 221-3084 for contact information.

DAVIDSON HIGH SCHOOL’S MISSION STATEMENT

Davidson High School’s primary function is to insure that all students acquire both the

knowledge and the skills necessary to become responsible, contributing, democratic

American global citizens. We offer a challenging, relevant curriculum, taught by a qual-

ified and caring faculty working in collaboration to help students succeed. Our goals can

best be accomplished in a positive school atmosphere characterized by high expectations,

attractive and comfortable surroundings, and the support of our parents and community.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Mobile County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race,

color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides

equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person

has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: George

Smith (251) 221-4543

2016 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

** Homecoming Game

Friday, August 19 Daphne 7:00 p.m.

Friday, August 26 McGill Toolen Lipscomb

Field

7:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 1 Foley Ladd 7:00 p.m.

Friday, September 9 Baker Ladd 7:00 p.m.

Friday, September 16 Theodore Theodore 7:00 p.m.

Friday, September 30 MGM MGM 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 6 Fairhope Ladd 7:00 p.m.

Friday, October 14 Jackson** HC Ladd 7:00 p.m.

Friday, October 21 Murphy Ladd 7:00 p.m.

Friday, October 28 Alma Bryant Ladd 7:00 p.m.

Board Approved

Mobile County Public Schools

2016-2017

SCHOOL CALENDAR

July 4 Mon HOLIDAY – Independence Day (All Schools & Offices

Closed)

August 8 Mon Professional Development & Administrative

August 9 Tues Institute Day & Teachers’ Work Day

August 10 Wed 1st Day for Students / 1st Quarter / *1st Semester Begins

September 5 Mon HOLIDAY – Labor Day (All Schools & Offices Closed)

October 7 Fri 1st Quarter Ends (42 Days)

October 10 Mon Teacher Work Day (No Classes)

October 11 Tues 2nd Quarter Begins (*Possible Statewide Parenting Day)

November 11 Fri HOLIDAY – Veterans’ Day (All Schools & Offices Closed)

November 21-25

M - F HOLIDAY - Thanksgiving

December 16 Fri 2nd Quarter Ends (43 Days) 1st Semester Ends

December 19-30 M – F HOLIDAY – Christmas Break (No Classes)

January 2 Mon Professional Development Day

January 3 Tues Teacher Work Day

January 4 Wed 3rd Quarter Begins – 2nd Semester Begins

January 16 Mon HOLIDAY- Dr. Martin L King, Jr. (Schools & Offices Closed)

February 27-28 M-T HOLIDAY – Mardi Gras/Fat Tuesday (Schools/Offices Closed)

March 1 Wed HOLIDAY – Presidents’ Day (All Schools/Offices Closed)

March 2-3 Th – F HOLIDAY – Winter Break – NO CLASSES

March 16 Thurs 3rd Quarter Ends (46 Days)

March 17 Fri Teacher Work Day (No Classes)

March 20 Mon 4th Quarter Begins

April 10-14 M – F SPRINGBREAK (No Classes)

May 29 Mon HOLIDAY – Memorial Day (All Schools & Offices Closed)

June 2 Fri 4th Quarter Ends (49 Days) LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS

June 5 Mon Teachers Work Day / Last Day for Teachers

2016 - 2017 REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE

7:15 - Call in

7:20 - Tardy bell rings

7:20 - 8:50 - BLOCK 1 and daily roll to be taken by 8:05

8:55 - 10:23 – BLOCK 2

10:28 - 11:12 BLOCK 3 Class Short 45 minute block

11:17 - 1:13 - BLOCK 4 (No passes to be issued):

** (Front of School, sidewalk nearest Pleasant Valley, totally OFF

LIMITS)**

11:17 - 11:43 - 1st Lunch *Late for class at 11:48

11:59 - 12:25 - 2nd Lunch *Late for class at 12:30

12:46 - 1:13 - 3rd Lunch *Late for class at 1:18

1:18 – 2:45 BLOCK 5

ONE HUNDRED MINUTE BLOCK TESTING SCHEDULE

USED FOR EQT & EOC TESTING

(NO SKINNY BLOCK SCHEDULE)

7:15 - Call in

7:20 - Tardy bell rings

Block 1 7:20-9:00

Block 2 9:05-10:45

Block 4 10:50 – 1:00

Lunch 1 - 10:50 -11:20 Tardy bell 11:25

Lunch 2 - 11:40 -12:10 Tardy bell 12:15

Lunch 3 - 12:30 -1:00 Block 5 1:05-2:45

**Note: Any additional--- bell schedules will be announced on a To Be Determined basis. These will be announced by administration.

FIRE DRILL INSTRUCTIONS

& EMERGENCY EVACUATIONS

Rooms 101 - 106, Library, Lecture Room, 135 and 136: EXIT FRONT DOOR

onto lawn.

Rooms 107 - 110: EXIT STAIRS between rooms 105 and 107 and out door

between rooms 5 and 7 to front lawn.

Room 111: EXIT DOWN THE STAIRS by room 109 and out door by cafeteria.

Rooms 112-121: EXIT door between room 112 and library to curve of sidewalk.

Rooms 122-126: EXIT STAIRS by room 121 and out door by room 17 and out

beside Cafeteria to parking lot.

Rooms 1-6, Guidance, 11-15, 22-24: EXIT SIDE DOOR by room 1 and out onto

lawn.

Rooms 7-10: EXIT END DOOR by cafeteria and onto lawn.

Rooms 11: USE EXIT by room 11 and move to tennis courts.

Rooms 16-21: USE REAR EXIT by room 21 to student parking lot.

Boys P.E.: EXIT REAR DOOR on boys side of gym and onto field.

Girls P.E.: EXIT REAR DOOR on girls side of gym and onto field.

Art Rooms: EXIT OUTSIDE DOORS and into parking lot by tennis courts.

Athletic Center and Auditorium: EXIT TO BACK FIELD

Chorus, 127 to 132: EXIT DOWNSTAIRS via gym lobby to field

ACTION TO BE TAKEN FOR TORNADO DRILL:

Students, along with the teacher, are to move to the interior sheltered areas of the

school; sit or squat on the floor with their hands on their head facing solid wall. An

area has been designated for those in every area of the building. See map at the end

of this book.

SCHOOL POLICIES

I. BUILDINGS

A. Cafeteria

1. Students are to return dishes to places which are provided.

2. Students are to put trash in cans.

3. Students who bring their lunch will eat in the cafeteria.

4. Students are not to save places in lunch lines.

5. The building is off-limits during lunch.

B. Restrooms

1. Students may enter restrooms between periods if they can do so

without being late to class.

2. During class they can enter a restroom only with a pass card

designated by a teacher.

C. Visits to Lockers

1. Students may visit lockers before school and after school. Students

must understand that visiting lockers is not an excuse to be late for

class. Students may not visit lockers between classes if tardiness

will result.

2. Upon special permission of a teacher, and with a pass card, a stu-

dent may visit lockers during classes. Such passes should be grant-

ed only in cases of dire need.

3. Students are not allowed to share lockers. Each student is held

responsible for the contents of the locker assigned to him/her.

C. Deliveries to School

1. Davidson will NOT accept flower/gift deliveries to students on

any holiday (such as Valentine’s Day or birthday, etc.).

2. Students may not call/email/text/etc. and have food or any

other items delivered to campus during the school day.

II. CAMPUS

A. School Parking Regulations

Rules Regarding Student Driving, Parking and Use of

1. All automobiles parked on the school grounds must be registered

with the school and must display the current decal on the rear view

mirror with the number facing the front, in order to be easily read.

Permits must be obtained by the September 1st or a LATE fee

will be imposed. Vehicles will not be allowed on campus

without permits!

2. Students will park in the eastern parking lot and the DHS staff will

park in the western parking lot. All auto accidents which happen

on campus must be reported to the Assistant Principal in charge of

transportation. Accidents not reported will result in suspension

of the violator’s campus parking privilege.

3. To facilitate identification, automobiles are to be parked front

end in first.

4. All students must be licensed and covered by insurance. The

school is not responsible for the automobile or its contents.

Davidson is not liable for any damages incurred on campus from

theft, fire, collision, or vandalism.

5. There is to be no loitering in the parking lot or visitation of same

without permission.

6. A maximum speed of 10 mph in parking areas and 15 mph in

approach roads will be strictly enforced. Reckless driving will not

be tolerated.

7. Bikes and motor scooters will be parked in the southwest corner of

the east parking lot. Bikes and motor scooters must also display

decal.

8. Student vehicles may be subject to search if there are reasonable

grounds to believe that drugs, alcohol, stolen property or other

contraband might be present in that vehicle.

9. Parking regulations are strictly enforced. It is

considered a privilege to park on school grounds.

Suspension of driving privileges, towing of vehicles

and/or suspension from school may occur when

violations of these regulations occur.

10. Students applying for and receiving decals fully understand the

responsibility in the preceding rules.

11. Parking Decals will be available at the cost of $25 from the

beginning of school until August 31. The price increases after

that time to $50. A copy of student’s Driver’s License and tag

number must accompany the application. Only students with

parking decals will be allowed to park on our campus in the

designated student parking area. ALL PARKING FEES ARE

NONREFUNDABLE!

12. Tickets may be issued beginning September 1st for all cars

parked on campus without a decal. Fines are $10 plus the $50

late decal fee. At any time after September 1st, your car is also

subject to being booted (Cost is $50 booting plus $50 decal fee

plus $10 fine) or towed - recovery will be at your expense.

13. If ticket is not paid and parking decal not purchased by dates

above, driving privileges are suspended until all fees and fines

are paid. DECAL cost will be added to each fine. Each

additional ticket adds an additional $10 fine.

14. STUDENT PARKING IN THE TEACHERS PARKING

LOT OR IN THE DENTON PARKING LOT IS

PROHIBITED. THIS WILL RESULT IN AN AUTOMATIC

$25 FINE FOR EACH OCCURRENCE.

B. Off-Limits

1. The parking area is off limits to students from the time they

arrive on campus until the time they leave except with

permission from the office. Sitting in parked cars before or after

school is considered a violation of the off-limits rule. The

penalty for violation is denial of privilege of bringing cars or

other vehicles to school, and possible disciplinary action.

C. General Rules for the Campus 1. Students are not to leave the campus at any time without

permission from the office. After students have arrived at

school in the morning, they are not allowed to leave the

campus without permission.

2. Students are not to smoke on the campus or in the

building. Possession of, or use of, tobacco, matches or

lighters on the campus warrants suspension under Board

policy.

3. Students are not to have in their possession or shoot

fireworks, rubber bands and/or similar articles on the school

premises.

4. Students are not to walk on the grass except in the play

area.

5. Students are expected to dress in uniform when coming to

school.

6. Students are not to have any articles other than those

pertaining to class work without permission.

7. All MCPSS Discipline Code rules and policies apply

regarding student behavior

8. Student ID Badges must be worn and be visible at all times

9. WHILE ON CAMPUS, ELECTRONIC DEVICES

SHALL BE POWERED OFF AND STORED AWAY

AND KEPT OUT OF SIGHT UNTIL THE

DISMISSAL BELL RINGS. (i.e. cell phones, iPods, Mp3

players, Headsets & gaming devices) .

10. Bullying, cyber bullying, harassing behavior which

threatens the health and welfare of any person will not be

tolerated.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

The Student Code of Conduct addresses behaviors or actions which may be

disruptive to the orderly operation of the school or to student learning. Please be

advised that this general prohibition will be applied to such accessories as

body piercing.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY Students are expected to conduct themselves honestly and with integrity in their

work. All forms of cheating and plagiarism are prohibited. Behavior that is

unacceptable includes, but is not limited to:

• copying another student’s homework;

• working with others on projects that are meant to be done individually,

including family members;

• looking at or copying another student’s test or quiz answers;

• allowing another student to look at or copy answers from your test or quiz;

• using any other method to get/give test or quiz answers;

• taking a test or quiz in part or in whole to use or to give others;

• copying information from a source without proper attribution; and

• taking papers from other students, publications, or the Internet. Violators of

this policy will be disciplined on a case-by-case basis depending on the

seriousness of the violation, prior violations, and other factors. Disciplinary

measures include, but are not limited to, receiving a failing grade on the

project/test, receiving a lower overall grade in the class, detention,

suspension, or expulsion, and losing membership in or eligibility for campus

organizations and/or activities.

• Turnitin.com is used to teach students the correct use of resources.

W.P. Davidson –Uniform Policy

2016-2017

Shirts- Solid white oxford style only no logos except small DHS on collar or pocket. Shirts

must be button down collar; buttoned to 2nd top button. Cotton or cotton/poly blends oxford

cloth. No blouses. Shirts may be long sleeved or short sleeved; no long sleeved undershirts

may be worn under short sleeve shirts; no intentional holes, tears, stains, markings; must be

worn tucked in at all times.

ID badges- These are considered part of the DHS uniform and must be visible and worn at

all times on lanyard around neck. Defaced or altered badges must be replaced immediately at

a cost to the student of $5.00.

Pants-Standard khaki tan uniform full length slacks, Dockers style pants for males and

females. Must be worn at the waist with belt-No Sagging! Cotton or Cotton Poly blends

twill; No spandex or corduroy. Spandex/stretch pants are not allowed, No leggings, Capri’s,

jeans of any kind, cannot be rolled up. No intentional holes, tears, stains, etc. Belt must be

visible at waist shirt cannot be pulled out to hide belt. No skirts.

Belt- Solid black leather or simulated leather only. Belt must be visible at all times. Plain

standard buckles. No tie /fringed belts or other non-standard styles.

Shoes- Solid Black shoes only, leather or man-made material. Athletic shoes only if

they are black and have black soles, laces, sides, tops; no color allowed on athletic shoes.

No Boots, open toe or heel, sandals, clogs, crocs, medical shoes must have a physician’s

letter. No other shoes can be worn unless approved by administrators.

Socks-Standard ankle length socks black or white solid color only. No tennis style socks.

Outerwear- Solid Black light jackets, sweaters, pullovers, or standard dress blazers can be

worn in the building. No hoods or caps hats allowed in building. No commercial printing,

pictures, or writing allowed on jackets and sweaters. Rain coats, trench coats, and all other

non-uniform gear must be removed upon entering the building and stored in lockers. All

outerwear must be worn over white oxford shirts. No boleros, midriffs, or hip length

outerwear.Jewelry-No excessive, nonstandard, or otherwise distracting jewelry or body

decoration can be worn. No tongue, eyebrow, lip studs/rings allowed, no tattoos etc. Hair

must be natural human hair color. No sunglasses, hats, or headgear of any

kind may be worn in the building.

GRADE REPORTS TO PARENTS

1. Grade reports will be issued a week following the quarter’s end.

2. The student has the responsibility for taking subject reports to parents.

3. Grade reports are computer print-outs. No grade report is valid if hand-

written changes appear on the form. New report cards are printed and cor-

rections are made. Reports will be printed on forms which are imprinted

with the Mobile Public School emblem. No other report card is official.

4. The first and third quarter report cards are the school’s official mid-term

reports to all parents.

5. Final report cards are mailed to the latest address on file. Parents should

report address changes to school registrar.

VISITORS

Visitors may not be invited to attend classes and/or school-sponsored activities

without permission from the Principal. Parents are welcome to visit our school and

school-sponsored activities at any time, but must sign in at the main office before

going into the building.

TARDY POLICY 2016 - 2017

Students should remember the following organizational techniques to help them be

punctual:

1. Save conversations with friends for before and after school or during lunch.

2. Do not try to go to lockers between every class period. Organize materi-

als for morning classes before school, then go to lockers at lunch to orga-

nize materials for afternoon classes. This will also insure that students

have thoughtfully prepared materials for every class, and will prevent the

problems of students who “run by their lockers” between classes and then

find when they arrive in class that they have left important materials in

the locker.

3. In case of emergency illness, students should report immediately to the

office First Aid area. Diabetic students who sometimes need to eat or

drink something should never go to the vending machines between class-

es. There is no one at the machines between classes to help ill students.

Diabetic students should keep a beverage or candy bar in the First Aid

room in a bag labeled with their name, and should report directly to the

First Aid room if they need to eat something. Administrators can then

document and excuse the tardy.

4. Students who arrive to class before the tardy bell should never leave the

room again without a pass from the teacher. It is the student’s responsi-

bility to remember to get a pass.

5. All tardies (to school or class) fall under this tardy policy, and are unex-

cused unless a physician’s or court note is presented the day of

the tardy to excuse it.

Keeping these things in mind will insure that students arrive on time to class. For those rare occasions which go beyond these techniques, students are allowed sever- al tardies without penalty.

SCHOOL TARDY POLICY

Tardies #1-2-3: Student receives a warning

Tardies #4-5-6: Students are placed in retract

Tardies #7 and above: Students are suspended

RETRACT POLICY Retract is an in-school suspension program designed to: (1) reduce the rate of sus-

pension, truancy and expulsion in the Mobile County Public School System, (2)

promote a more positive self-concept and attitude within the students toward them-

selves and others. While it does provide an alternative to suspension, it does not,

however, take the place of out-of-school suspension. It operates within the frame-

work of the systems’ discipline policy.

The RETRACT program was created and implemented in 1979 by the Mobile

County Public School System.

FOR THE STUDENT -- RETRACT...provides the opportunity to remain in

school. Enables the student to keep up with class work and offers an opportunity

for reflection on behavior away from the scene of negative or inappropriate hap-

penings. Enables the student to analyze the situation and develop a more positive

concept, hopefully resulting in an improved concept of self and others.

FOR THE PARENT -- RETRACT...Permits his/her child to continue the educa-

tional process without interruption. Relieves him/her of having to participate in

conferences with school officials prior to and after suspensions, in many instances.

Provides a safe environment during his/her child’s “suspension time.”

ATTENDANCE POLICY*

1. Students must bring a parent note within three days of any absence to excuse

that absence, and students are allowed to excuse only four absences per 18

weeks by parent note.

2. After that four allowed parents notes in each 18 week term, absences are

Unexcused unless a doctor’s note is provided or other acceptable outside doc-

umentation (court, etc.)

3. COURSE CREDIT FOR THE CURRENT 18 WEEK TERM IS DENIED

WHEN A STUDENT HAS ACCUMULATED FIVE OR MORE

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES IN THAT 18 WEEK TERM.

4. Denial of credit may be appealed in writing to the Division of Student

Services, Mobile County Public Schools.

5. Days coded “S” for suspension are exempted the No Credit Policy.

* See "Make Up Policy" for other information regarding excused andunexcused absences.

SCHOOL DISMISSAL HOURS

School dismisses daily at 2:45 p.m. and we ask that students who do not ride a bus

be picked up at that time. All students are expected to clear the campus no later

than 3:00 p.m. daily, unless they are involved in a specific after-school event or

activity monitored by a staff sponsor. Students not attending such a supervised school

activity must clear the campus by 3:00 p.m.

STUDENT EMERGENCY CARD INFORMATION

AND EARLY DISMISSALS

TO BE COMPLETED ONLINE

EMERGENCY AND HEALTH INFORMATION CARD All parents will be asked to complete an emergency card indicating person to be noti-

fied and/or doctor to be called and hospital to be used if need arises, should student

have an accident, or become ill at school. This card must be COMPLETED ONLINE!

1. Anyone NOT listed on the Emergency Card will NOT be allowed to pick up

your child before, during, or after school without a dated, written note signed

by the parent or legal guardian naming the person to pick up your child.

2. Any person listed on this card or who brings a note as described in Item 1,

MUST present a photo ID when picking up your child AND must be at least

18 years of age.

3. We cannot accept verbal permission by telephone for someone to pick up your

child. (No phone-in early dismissals.)

4. You may come by the office to make adjustments to this card as needed.

There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to these guidelines. They are for the protection

of our students and your child. This is a Mobile County District policy.

Early dismissals are issued by the office. In order that a student may leave campus

early, only a parent, guardian, or approved adult emergency contact person may grant

permission for a student to get an early dismissal. Parents may write a request for an

early dismissal which the student should give to the First period teacher, who will sub-

mit the written request to the office. The office then verifies the request by telephone.

Parents who make written requests should include a telephone number where they can

be reached to verify the request. Students must be in attendance one-half of the instruc-

tional day to be counted present.

Early dismissals will be granted only by written parent request, never by tele-

phone (verbal) request, but followed by phone verification.

Students who are out more than 1/2 day are considered absent and should take their note to their attendance teacher, who will code the absence excused or unexcused.

Students who are tardy to school or get an early dismissal and miss part of the day

must bring a parent note back to school the next day and show it to the teacher(s)

whose class they missed in order to excuse being out of that particular class. That

teacher will then know whether to allow makeup or not, based on why the student

was out. Excuses must follow attendance (three day deadline). The note must

state the reason for the absence. On certain designated days, such as the last day

before a holiday or Prom day, parents will be required to come to the school to

personally sign students out of school and personally transport students away from

campus.

NO EARLY DISMISSAL CHECK-OUTS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER 2:15P.M.

RE-ADMISSION SLIPS

Anytime a student is absent, the parent or guardian must send a written note to

school, satisfactorily explaining the absence. The note must be sent within 3 days

of the student’s return to school. This note is given to his or her attendance

teacher. The attendance teacher then codes the absence in the computer to reflect

the reason for the absence. Questions regarding a child’s attendance can be

answered by the attendance (1st period) teacher.

FIRST AID ROOM

A student must present a pass card signed by his or her classroom teacher to the per-

son in charge of the First Aid Room. The First Aid Room is for emergency use only.

If a student is too ill to attend classes, the parents or guardian will be notified to come

for him or her. Any disease which a student has such as diabetes, heart condition,

epilepsy, etc., should be indicated on the student’s Emergency and Health Information

Card. Students must sign/login main office before entering first aid room.

BUSES

1. Pupils shall be responsible to the bus driver while they are on the buses riding

to and from school.

2. Pupils shall be required to get on and off buses at stops approved for them, except

as otherwise approved by the Principal or Assistant Principal.

3. Pupils shall give their cooperation in protection of school buses against all forms

of vandalism. Breakage and damage caused by careless or willful acts of vandalism

shall be paid for by parents or guardian of attending pupils.

4. Emergency doors are not to be used unless in cases of emergency.

5. Pupils shall not use or possess tobacco in any form while riding school buses.

ACADEMIC RULE / ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY

Athletic eligibility for all Davidson Student Athletes is governed by

the Alabama High School Athletic Association by laws.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM

Davidson offers the following courses at the Advanced Placement level: Calculus, AP

Computer Principles, Chemistry II AP, English 12 AP, Physics, Biology II, AP

Environmental Science, AP World History, U.S. History, Economics / U.S. Government,

French, German, and Spanish. Students in these courses are encouraged to investigate the

opportunities for college course exemptions at the colleges of their choice, based on

College Board Advanced Placement examinations in these content areas. The AP exams

are given in th e spring.

Students who are interested in taking the exams should see one of the counselors in the

Guidance Office before the end of the first semester. Students do not have to be taking an

AP course in order to take the AP exam. The exams are open to any student interested in

taking the test to seek college exemptions.

SCHOOL EVENTS

We ask that students attending on-campus or off-campus school events be picked up at the

announced event ending time. No student should be dropped off at a school event without

definite arrangements to get home afterwards and a definite departure time set with the

parent.

PROM & HOMECOMING

Homecoming: Homecoming tickets will go on sale approximately three weeks prior to the

Homecoming Dance. Each person attending must purchase a ticket and present it for

admission. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Dress is semi-formal. Ladies:

Modest Semi-formal dress and appropriate dress shoes.(No front or side cut outs and no

shorter than 4-6 inches above your knee). Gentlemen: Dress Shirt, tie, slacks, appropriate

dress shoes. Sports Coat is OPTIONAL. Tentative Date for Homecoming Dance is

Saturday, October 15. Homecoming is for 9 - 12 grade Davidson students and their

date. (See NOTE below)

Prom: Prom tickets will go on sale approximately 3 weeks before the prom. Each person

attending prom must purchase a ticket and present it for admission along with a picture

ID. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Dress code is formal. Ladies:

Formal Long Gown - no high/low dresses - (must not have cut-outs in the front or on the

side, must not be two pieces, the walking slit in front should not be any higher than six

inches above your knee, nor should the dress be cut too low). Dress shoes. Gentleman:

Tuxedos, Dress shoes. Tentative Prom Date is Friday, March 31. (Prom is for

Juniors and Seniors). (See NOTE below)

NOTE: All Tickets are Non Refundable and Non Transferable. This includes both

Homecoming Dance and Prom. Picture ID is required with purchased ticket. If date

is not a Davidson student in good standing certain restrictions apply.

DUES

Graduation Dues: These dues cover the cost of all graduation activities and are

paid during your senior year. The dues cover your Senior Breakfast, Senior t-

shirt, a senior mug, yearbook and graduation incidentals. It does NOT include

invitations. Invitations may be purchased separately through Balfour. Cap and

gowns are also purchased separately through Balfour.

MAKE-UP POLICY

Make-up work is defined as any assignment for which a grade was given and

which occurs on the day of the student’s absence. Students and parents should

remember that much of the learning a student misses when absent - such as lecture

notes, class discussions, teacher explanations, the opportunity to learn from class

participation - cannot be made up. Administration reserves the right to amend make

up policies. Students are held responsible for knowing published make-up

policies.

1. Absences, tardies to school resulting in missed classes, and early dis-

missals are excused by parental note ONLY WHEN THE NOTE

STATES THE REASON for the absence as one of those listed as

“excused.” Parent notes must be received within three days of the

absence in order for make-up work to be allowed, and must list the

date(s) of the absence.

2. EXCUSED ABSENCES: The following are excused and make-up is

allowed:

A. Advance Notice Absences: Field trips, school activities on or off

campus, absences from school with prior permission from the

principal are excused IF THE STUDENT NOTIFIED THE

TEACHER IN ADVANCE.

B. Other excused absence: Student illness, death in the family,

legal quarantine and court subpoena, dangerous weather condi-

tions, absences caused by a delay in scheduling a suspension

hearing for indefinite suspension (absence during the delay are

excused; other suspension absences are not excused.) To be

excused a note must be brought within 3 days. ALL OTHER

ABSENCES ARE UNEXCUSED.

3. For advance notice excused absence (2A above), the student must request

the make-up work before the absence and return to class with all work

due, prepared to continue with the class. For other excused absences (2B

above), the student must request the make-up work ON THE FIRST

DAY THE STUDENT RETURNS TO SCHOOL

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4. HOMEWORK AND DAILY WORK:

A. Advance Notice Absences: Work due on the day student returns.

B. Other Excused Absences: For a one-day absence, all make-

up work is due the day after the student returns to school.

For absences of two consecutive days or more, all work is due

with- in three days.

5. TESTS: Students must make arrangements with the teacher and must take

make-up tests on the first opportunity given after his return to school.

Arrangements will be made at the teacher’s discretion in one of the fol-

lowing ways: Before or after school with 24-hour notice or at other times

arranged by the teacher.

6. All students are expected to meet all assignment/test deadlines which

were announced PRIOR TO HIS ABSENCE and which are due on the

day the student returns to class. When a student is absent the day before a

test, he is encouraged to call a study partner to get review notes, etc., and

to arrange to get someone to bring him his text and materials to study.

Where lengthy absences are involved (3 days or more), special

arrangements may be made at the teacher’s discretion.

7. Teachers will only send assignments home when a student has been out

for at least 1 week and will not return for another week, for up to 3 weeks.

Tests will not be sent home.

8. Early exams will not be given at the end of the semester. If students must

be absent at exam time, and if the absence is excused under district poli-

cies, the student can make up the exam after the exam date. All such

arrangements for exam make-ups must be made with the teacher and

administration in advance. In emergency situations, parents may simply

call an administrator to make the arrangements. When the student knows

he/she will be absent for an exam, he/she must bring in a note in advance

for administrative approval, and when approved, notify his/her teacher,

who then leaves an exam on file in the school office for the student. In the

summer, staff members are available to administer makeup exams, but

the student must call and arrange the date/time for the makeup.

9. When students are under suspension, makeup work for days coded “S” is

not allowed.

WORK SENT HOME DURING EXTENDED ABSENCES

Parents may arrange to get makeup work during extended excused absences so that

students can try to stay caught up at home, for a period of 1 to 3 weeks. An extend-

ed absence shall be an excused absence of five or more consecutive school days,

for up to three weeks maximum. No work should be requested until the student has

been out for 5 days and cannot return to school for several more days.

For other absences, makeup shall be requested by the student when he or she returns

to class, unless the teacher has personally made other arrangements with the student.

Students who are out from 1 to 6 days are encouraged to have someone bring their

textbooks home to them, and should re-read the current chapter being covered in class

as well as the next chapter in the text, study the chapter exercises or questions, and

continue working on assignments made the last few days he or she attended class.

When a student is to be out for more than 3 weeks, continual work shall not be sent

home because the student has been out of class too long to work independently.

Parents should begin to seek the Homebound Program from the Central Office at this

point.

Work which is “sent home” is never equivalent to work completed in class for a

variety of reasons, so parents should not expect that a student out for an extended

absence can be as well prepared for tests as one in class every day. The student is

missing teacher presentation, explanation, class discussion, teacher and class inter-

action, the opportunity to ask questions and seek assistance, as well as the full

scope and sequence of the daily lessons or units of work. Further, tests may not be

sent home, so students still have to arrange makeup work upon return to school.

Terms of work at home:

1. Parent calls school to request work. We suggest parents speak directly to the

teacher, also, or send letters of explanation for the absences to the teachers.

2. When one assignment has been sent home, no further work will be provided

until that first assignment is completed and returned to the teacher for grading. *

3. Teachers may give alternate assignments to those being completed in class, or

may choose to have some work completed upon the student’s return to class.

4. Tests shall not be sent home.

5. The absent student must, upon return to school, request from each teacher any

additional makeup work, following the makeup policy published in student hand-

book and any special teacher instructions. This must be done the day the student

returns to school.

6. After making the request for work at home, parents should call the front desk

before coming to school to be sure assignments are ready to be picked up.

7. We urge parents to personally return completed work directly to the classroom

teacher’s box, since work sent by others, such as friends or siblings, will often not

be correctly delivered to the teacher.

*IN ALL MAKE-UP WORK SITUATIONS INVOLVING MORE THAN ONE

MAKEUP ASSIGNMENT, AT THE TEACHER’S DISCRETION, THIS POLICY

WILL BE ENFORCED:

1. Student will REQUEST on the FIRST day back MAKE-UP Work.

2. Teacher will GIVE the student – ONE MAKEUP ASSIGNMENT.

3. When that assignment is COMPLETED and TURNED IN BY THE

DEADLINE, the student will receive the NEXT Makeup Assignment,

etc. until ALL work is completed and turned in.

FOR COLLEGE PREPARATION

Students planning to enter a college or technical school should find out the entrance

requirements by consulting a guidance counselor and/or the institutions website. To

truly be college ready, students should be taking the most rigorous courses available.

Higher level math, foreign languages, honors/AP courses, are designed to prepare

students for college.

Most four-year colleges and universities require the SAT or ACT as part of their

admission requirements. ACT test dates and registration information are available at

www.actstudent.org. SAT test dates and registration information are available at

www.collegeboard.org. All juniors take the ACT in April of their junior year at the

school.

Graduation Honors Information:

Traditionally, W.P. Davidson High School has recognized students of high honor during

graduation.

Students who have achieved a 3.75 weighted GPA are honored by sitting on the stage dur-

ing graduation. 3.75 GPA must be achieved by the end of the fall semester of the senior year.

The GPA will NOT be rounded.

Regalia that is allowed to be worn at graduation :

International Baccalaureate: Stole with the IB emblem.

National Honor Society: Gold and White Tassel Other

Honor Societies as approved by Principal

EPIC majors: Black and White Cord

Valedictorian and Salutatorian: Black and Gold Stole

These items must be issued and approved by Davidson High School, however the cost of the

items may be the responsibility of the individual student.

General Information and Graduation Requirements:

The requirements for graduation from W.P. Davidson meet the Accreditation Standards of

Alabama Schools for the secondary level of grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. These requirements

represent a minimum standard set forth by the State Department of Education for high

school graduation but have no special relation to college entrance requirements. Most col-

leges and universities have their own academic requirements for admission. For specific

information on college admission, students should consult a guidance counselor.

GRADE PLACEMENT/HOMEROOM ASSIGNMENT

Grade 9 (Freshman) Successful completion of Middle School Grade 10 (Sophomore) 7 credits Grade 11 (Junior) 14 credits Grade 12 (Senior)* 20 credits, and must be able to complete all

graduation requirements within school year

Grade 9 (Freshman) Successful completion of Middle School Grade 10 (Sophomore) Successful completion of 7 credits Grade 11 (Junior) Successful completion of 14 credits Grade 12 (Senior)* Successful completion of 20 credits

*Must be entering 4th year of high school.

SCHEDULING YOUR SCHOOL BUSINESS

The school office is open during regular school hours, as well as before take-in and after

dismissal. While we prefer that you make an appointment with the staff member you need

to see, we make every effort to assist all walk-ins. Please understand that you may have to

wait until an available staff member can assist you.

You should be aware that during the lunch hour, while the office staff is rotating in and

out for lunch breaks, the person you need to see may not be available. To assure that you

can handle your business promptly when you arrive, call ahead, or try to avoid the lunch

periods (11:00 to 12:30 daily).

School administrators are often involved in campus supervision during the student lunch

periods (10:49 to 1:00 daily) and are not in the school office at these times.

Teacher conferences are scheduled by talking to the specific teacher, or by calling the

school office and requesting the conference. All conferences scheduled through the office

are tentative until we have verified the date and time with the teacher. Be sure to leave an

accurate contact number so that the teacher can contact you if the conference needs to be

rescheduled. Teachers are not allowed to see parents during class hours. All such

conferences must be held during the teacher’s planning time or at dismissal. All parents

arriving for a conference must sign in at the office front desk.

SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR PARENTS:

ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE FOR STUDENTS;

SCHEDULING TEACHER CONFERENCE, etc.

Parents often ask about sources of assistance, such as tutoring, for students in need

of such services, and how they as parents can support and encourage their children

throughout high school.

Parents receive grade reports for students every eight weeks. Quarterly reports are

“mid term” reports, since only term grades in January and June are final grades. In

addition, every four weeks, parents of students who are in danger of failing cours-

es will be sent a “mid quarter progress report.” This means that parents receive

notice of student progress at four-week intervals throughout the year for students

who are not succeeding academically, and at eight week intervals for all students.

Parents should know that all of these reports are given to the student to bring home.

Parents can call the school to find out the dates that the report cards will be issued

every eight weeks and the mid quarter dates. We encourage parents to be sure their

children are bringing home every report sent.

The most efficient way for parents to gain information about their student’s

attendance and grades is through INOW. With an assigned PIN number, parents

can access the district website and get information about their child’s attendance and

grade averages. Parents must come to the school to sign for the PIN number for

security reasons. At that time, the web address and other instructions will be

provided.

Free after school tutoring is offered Monday - Thursday from approximately

October to May. Contact the Title I Facilitator for the schedule each year.

ACT prep classes are offered during half block, 3rd period time. Both the guid-

ance department and the library have review and preparation materials available to

help prepare students for these important tests.

Recovering Credit: Lost course credit can be “recovered” or made up several times

during the year: during the half block, 3rd period; during the regular school day as

an elective; during summer term. Parents are asked to be aware that seats for credit

Recovery options are limited by the software licensing the district holds with the

company and students are served using a district-mandated priority list, with

seniors served first. Underclassmen are held on waiting lists for seats to open.

Students who have poor attendance or discipline are subject to losing their seats to

those on wait lists.

The guidance department keeps files of scholarship announcements which are sent to

the school. The scholarships are announced, posted on website, and applications

kept on file in guidance for students. Students needing scholarship information

should

see the senior counselor. The Guidance Department sponsors an evening session

on financial aid every January. All parents should plan to attend this meeting, which

offers information about the application process, writing the student resumé,

seeking good recommendations, etc. NINTH, TENTH, AND 11TH GRADERS’

PARENTS NEED TO ATTEND THIS MEETING; DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE

SENIOR YEAR TO GET THIS INFORMATION.

Periodically the school mails newsletters, special notices, end of year package with

final grades and opening of school information. To guarantee receipt of this

information, parents must notify the school registrar in writing of address changes

and telephone number changes.

PARENTAL VISITATION PROCEDURES Occasionally, parents of our students express a desire to visit their child in a class-

room setting to observe. Because our hope is that positive, supportive parental

involvement will result in improved student performance, we try to accommodate

such requests.

However it is also necessary that visitors understand that we have an equal oblig-

ation to all students to insure their safety, security, preserved classroom instruc-

tional time, and a commitment to do everything in our power to eliminate unnec-

essary disruptions to the instructional process.

Therefore, the following procedures will be in place for all such classroom visits,

and any parent who does not abide by these procedures will be asked to leave and

prohibited from other visits.

1. Only parents or guardians with legal rights to the student may visit and

must provide any identification or paperwork requested prior to the visit.

2. Visitors must make advance arrangements for such visits with a desig-

nated administrator, usually the Curriculum Asst. Principal, who will

select the date of the visit, taking into consideration classroom testing,

school-wide activities , etc.

3. Visitors must sign in at the front desk and wear an approved visitor badge.

4. Visitors must abide by all laws and policies while on campus.

5. Visitors will dress in appropriate clothing.

6. Visitors will sit in a classroom area designated by the teacher.

7. Visits are for observation purposes only, and visitors may not communi-

cate during class time with their own student, any other student in the

room, or with the teacher during the visit.

8. If a follow-up conference is desired, the visitor will come to the main

office to make those arrangements through normal channels, working

with a front desk secretary.

9. Teachers may not leave their class, even briefly, to hold a parent confer-

ence or have a conference in their classroom during instructional time.

ITEMS NEEDED FOR REGISTRATION

ONLINE

• Alabama Immunization Certificates: All students must have an IMM-50

Certificate of Immunization or an IMM-52 Certificate of Religious Exemption.

A physical examination verified on Form SS-517 is also recommended.

• A Copy of Student’s Certified Birth Certificate

• Student’s Social Security Number

• Two Proofs of Residence: Information regarding Provisions for Determining

Proof of Residence may be received by contacting the Division of Student

Services or any local public school.

• Report Card or Withdrawal Paper

• Copy of Record from Previous School (Parent is to provide transcript)

• Custody Papers (if applicable)

• Parent/Guardian must accompany new student

• Parent/Guardian must bring photo ID

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING DEPARTMENT The guidance and counseling services provide all young people with opportunity

for self-examination and adequate preparation for making decisions that are essen-

tial to their educational progress, career development and personal fulfillment.

These services are an essential and integral part of the total educational program.

The following services are provided:

1. An orientation service, to acquaint the student with the school and the

school with the student.

2. Individual appraisal, to gather and record facts to help teachers understand

students better and provide self-understanding on the part of students.

3. Individual counseling, to utilize all information available and help in

resolving a particular concern.

4. Informational service, to furnish occupational, educational, and all

other information not ordinarily provided through the instructional

program.

5. Group Guidance service, to meet with students in structured sessions

scheduled through the Social Studies Department.

6. Placement services, to place the individual student within the

curriculum and assist with realistic plans for the future.

The Guidance Department keeps files of scholarship announcements which are

sent to the school. These scholarships are announced, posted in senior teacher

classrooms, and applications are kept on file in the guidance office for students.

Students needing scholarship information should see the senior counselor.

Students and parents are encouraged to contact a counselor at any time to discuss

matters of concern and interest.

A two-week notice is required to complete transcript requests, college recommen-

dations, and counselor evaluation forms.

CAREER TECHNICAL PROGRAMS: Business/Marketing Education Cooperative.

These career technical training programs are designed to prepare high school grad-

uates to compete in college or the job market upon leaving school. Students who

are enrolled receive classroom instruction for one unit of credit and two addition-

al units of credit can be earned for on-the-job training (work seminar). ALL stu-

dents must have satisfactorily completed, or enrolled concurrently, two approved

career technical courses. ALL students enrolled in cooperative education training

are to follow the MCPSS Code of Conduct with the exception of uniform policy

while they are on the job.

Software Development: This program provides students with the technical skills

and knowledge required to design, write, implement, secure, and maintain

business software systems in the enterprise. It teaches the principles of software

architecture using current development tools, languages, and environments. The

courses in the web and software developer areas enable students to pursue in-

depth skill and expertise while preparing for industry recognized certificates.

Students completing the program are prepared for a variety of industry

certification exams as well as entry-level employment as software developer or to

pursue advanced studies in software design and development.

Students who plan to attend college are not excluded from the career technical

programs. College-bound students who plan to major in business, marketing, exec-

utive secretarial science, office administration, or the industrial trades and techni-

cal related fields are encouraged to enroll. Students should check academic admis-

sion requirements at the college of their choice.

CAREER TECHNICAL TRAINING at The Bryant Career Technical

Center: A limited number of spaces are reserved for Davidson students in grades

11 and 12. Students earn four units of credits for the Career Technical training and

four units of credits for the required English, Social Studies, and one elective taken

at Davidson, provided an elective can be schedule. Transportation is furnished.

Interested students should contact the career technical counselor.

The following courses are offered at the career technical center: Agricultural

Mechanics, Aviation Science, Plumbing, Process Instrumentation Technology,

Horticulture, Wiring, Computer Networking, Welding, Carpentry/Cabinet

Making, Engine Repair, Cosmetology, Healthcare

GRADING SYSTEM

Grades are posted on a term basis only.

Grading Scale A 90-100

B 80-89

C 70-79

D 60-69

E 59-Below

Points Used for Grade-Point Average

Regular Honors Advanced &

AP

IB

A 4 5 5.5 6

B 3 4 4.5 5

C 2 3 3.5 4

D 1 2 2.5 3

C 0 0 0 0

GRADING AND REPORTING

GRADE COMPUTATION FOR NINE-WEEK COURSES

All students must take a final examination at the end of the nine-week course. The final exam will count one fifth of the final grade as follows: [(4 x Class Avg.) + Final Exam] divided by 5 = Final Grade

GRADE COMPUTATION FOR EIGHTEEN-WEEK COURSES All students (no exemptions) will take a mid-term exam which is at the end of the first nine weeks of term. The mid-term examinations will cover objectives taught the first nine weeks of the term. The final examinations will cover objectives aught the second nine weeks of the term. Compute the grades as follows:

1. First Nine-Week Grade

[(4 x Class Avg.) + EQT/Mid-term Exam] divided by 5 = First Nine-Week Grade

2. Second Nine-Week Grade[(4xClass Avg.) + EQT/Final Exam] divided by 5 = Second Nine-Week Grade

3. Final Course Grade(First Nine-Week Grade + Second Nine-Week Grade) divided by 2 = Final Grade

Note: Seniors are NOT to be exempted from EQTs or final examinations as perBoard/Superintendent’s recommendation during Division of Curriculum & Instruction’s presentation to the Board of School Commissioners on June 28, 2005

NC - NON CREDIT

A Student must clear a non-credit by the end of the following semester. If a student fails to clear the NC within the time period, the NC will be changed to an “E” and computed in the GPA as a Failure. First semester NC must be completed by the end of the ear and second semester by the end of the following semester.

THE MATH-SCIENCE ENGINEERING PATHWAY INTEGRATED

CURRICULUM (EPIC) AND EPIC CERTIFICATION

Curriculum Overview

EPIC is a specialized math and science path which will arm students to enter

post-secondary education qualified for engineering majors, or other

geotechnical, geological, physical, meteorological, or environmental fields,

as well as those interested in pursuing education majors in those areas. There

will be a strong math and science component, and interested students must

commit to the required curriculum of additional math and science coursework

as well as enrichment activities.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA

PROGRAMME

In November of 2007, Davidson became an authorized International

Baccalaureate World School. The first class of the Davidson IB Diploma

Programme graduated May of 2010. We also offer a Pre-IB program for ninth

and tenth graders that is preparatory for the IB Diploma Programme.

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a two-year

curriculum for eleventh and twelfth graders aimed at developing inquiring,

knowledgeable, and caring young people. The program will provide a

rigorous and challenging academic curriculum that will prepare students for a

variety of post-secondary school options. IB students at Davidson will

complete and take IB tests in six subjects: English, History, Mathematics,

Science, Foreign Language, and an approved IB elective. In addition to the six

tested subjects, the students will also write an Extended Essay, complete learn-

ing outcomes in Creativity, Action, and Service, and take a course on the

Theory of Knowledge. The IB Diploma Programme can be completed in

conjunction with the EPIC Program, AP Program, Gifted Program, and other

extracurricular programs.

PRE-IB PROGRAM

The Pre-IB Program is a two-year curriculum designed for ninth and tenth

grade students desiring to complete the IB Diploma Programme as eleventh

and twelfth graders. The Pre-IB Program offers a rigorous study in all IB

subject areas with particular focus on English and History preparation. The

Pre-IB Program can be completed in conjunction with the EPIC Program, AP

Program, Gifted Program, and other extracurricular programs.

MAPS:

Members of the freshmen class of 2014-2015 have the first opportunity to

participate in Multiple Academic Pathways to Success, Davidson High School’s

exciting new academic program.

The choice of a MAPS study series actually begins in the second semester of 9th

grade, and it requires successful completion of three courses within the chosen area

of study in addition to the completion of a “product”. The product will be approved

by the teachers overseeing each pathway. For example, a “product” could consist

of obtaining certain certifications, or creation of a Broadway-style audition video

and resume, or even an internship with focus on the pathway skill set.

The purpose of the MAPS program is to help students focus their elective choices

on studies that align with their college and career goals. MAPS students take a

Career Preparation course in the 9th grade, and three additional MAPS electives

from the pathway of their choosing.

MAPS students choose one of six pathways that best suits their interests and goals

for the future:

Arts & AV Technology

Business & Finance

Construction & Manufacturing

Human & Health Services

Information Technology

Sports Management

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BEGINNING FRESHMEN 2013-14 THROUGH 2015-2016

DIPLOMA OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

I ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

(Arproved by lhe Alabama S1a1e board ufEducalion nn 111-10-2013)

TI1is diploma n Mobile Counly Public School Syslem h:ss one: endorsement option. The endorsement h:ss spccilic requirements tbat musl he met.

English l'our cn;djts tn jndudc: English9 English IO English 11 English 12

1\111them111lcs l'our credjts to jncludc: Algebra I Geometry AlgcbrJ ll nr Algebra II wi1h Trigonometry Math Elcclive

Science Four crcdils to include: Uiolugy Physical Science Sciem.-c Elcclives

Sociul Studles Four crcdjts tu jnc)udc: Modem 1rnrld llisiury & Geography 150010 Prcscnl U S Hislory & Geography Begicming lo Industrial Rcmlullnn U S lfolury & GeogrJphy lndus1rial Rcvoluliun to l'rescnl Govemmcnl Economics

Ll,l'.E Cl'ersunal l'ilncss) (Two JR OTC cretlils may he used tu meet 1h1s reqmrcmcni I

Heahh Educaunn Career Preparedness

(Career and Academic Planning, Computer AJlllhcauons, and Financial Literacy)

CTE, andlor Foreign Language, and/or Arts Eduulion 3 credits la�en from these areas in any combimuiun. llnwc1•cr, studcm, are encourage to comrletc two cuuncs in scqucex:e,

Electives

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• ONLY ENDORSEMENT OPTION

ALABAMA IUGII SCIIOOLQIPLOMA wmt ADVANCED HONORS ENQQRSEMENT

AdV?oced Honors Endorsement

• Studenl must pass cure rcquircmenls at HR, AP, DE, ur IU level.

Studcnl must pass 4 years uf English mstruciiun at UR, AP, De. ur 18 level.

Studeni must pass Algebra I and Geometry as one-semester courses.

Student must pass HR AIJ!chra II with Trigonometry and one other HR. AP. ur DE level Ma1hcmatics cretlit,

Student must pass HR Biology, CP Chemislry I, Cl' or AP Phy.sics. and one other urrer level Science elective •

Studenl must pass 4 years of Social Studies instruction al IIR, AP, or DE level,

• Studcm must rass 2 ,rcdii... in same World umguage.

• Studcm must earn minimum ur 3U Total Crcili1s.

Studc111 musl maintain 3.5 GPA (cumula1ive grade fll>inl average), have acceptable aucndance, and acceptable conducl rcconl.

Note:

I) Beginning in the 2013-20)4 school year, all MCPSS seniors will be required to complete a career portfolio 10 meet graduation requirements.

2) Middle school students earning high school credit for Algcbm I HR and/or Biology I HR will receive the credit. However, they must earn minimum or four ( 4) math credits and science credits respectively, in grades 9-12 in the high

school program. Students must cam at least one math credit each school year in high school.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT FOR BEGINNING FRESHMAN 2013-2014 THROUGH 2015-2016

PATHWAY OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Multiple Pathways to High School Diploma

• Honors Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE) lmemalionalBuccalaureale {IB)

• Regular

• Essenlials/Life Skills Pathway (Special Educalion)

•

4 uni1s of English- English Essenlials 9, 10, 11, 12

4 unils of Mathematics -Algebraic Essentials A & B and Geomelry A&B

4 units or Science - Life Skills Science I, II, Ill and IV

4 units off Social S1udies -World History for Living, US History for Living JO,, US History for Living 11, American Govemmcnl for Living, and Economics for Living

I unit of LIFE (Personal Fitness)

1/2 uni I or Health Education

I unit of Career Preparedness (Career and Acudemic Planning,

Compuler Applicalions at1d Financial Liter.icy)

3 units of CTE

6 'h units of Electives - required elective course Cooperalive Education Seminar/Work-Based Experience

Note: if any student lakes a minimum or 4 credits in 1his Pathway,

he/she must lake Cooperative Education Seminar/Work-Base

Experience. Pursing this Pa1hway will affect student's post­secondary options.

• Alternative Achievement Standards Pathway (special education)

4 units of English -AAS English 9, 10, 11, 12

4 units of Mathematics -AAS Mathematics 9, 10, 11,12

4 units of Science - AAS Science 9, IO, l I, I 2

4 units of Social Studies -AAS Social S1udies 9,I0, 11,12

I unil of LIFE (Personal Filness) or Adapted Physical Education

I unil of AAS Pre-Vocational, AAS Vocational, AAS

Community-Based Instruction, and/or AAS Elective

3 units of AAS Life Skills(9, IO, I I)

1 unit or AAS Life Skills ( 12)

2 units of AAS Pre-Vocational, AAS Vocational, AAS

Community-Based Instruction, and/or AAS Elective.

Note: Pursuing this Pathway will affect student's post­secondary options.

•

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BEGINNING FRESHMEN 2016·17 AND THEREAFfER

DIPLOMA OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF MOB ILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

I ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL PIPLOl'.tA

(Appmved by lhc Alabama S1a1e hoard ufEducalion on OJ-I0-2013)

1l1is diploma n Mobile County Pubhc School Syslcm has one endorsement option. 1nc endursemenl has S(lCCilic requiremenlS that muSI be mel.

English Four credits 10 include: English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12

Muthemuties Oll'W5\lil• 12 jpcihid,:; Algebra I Geomelry Algebrd II or Algebra II with Trigonometry Malh Elccth·�

Sclern.-e Faur m'tlit:, 111 ioclullc: Biulogy A physical sdcncc (Physical Science, Chemistry, or Physics) Alabama Course uf Science or e4uivalent/suhs1i1u1e from Can.-.:r Technical Educaliun/advanced placement/intem,11ional baccalaurea1elp:1s1-secondary/SDE appm,·cd science.

Soclal Studies four credics tu inc luclc; Modem wurld Hislury & Geography 1500 In Present U.S. Hmury & Geography Beginning lo Industrial Rcvolu1ion U.S, llistory & Geography Industrial Revolution lo Present Gcwemment Economics

L[.F.E {Personal Fllncssl ffwoJROTC credils ( la and lh) may be used 10 meel this require1nenl)

Hcallh Education Career Preparedness

(Career and Academic Planning. Compu1er Arrlications, and Financial Li1cracy I

CTE. and/or Foreign Language, anti/or Arts Education 3 credits lnL:cn rnun lhcse nreas in any cumhrnation. lfowcver, s1uden1s are encourage In complete two courses. in sequence.

Elect hes

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.. QNLY ENDORSEMENT OPTION

ALAllAMA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA WITH ADV ANCEP UONORS

ENOORSEM ENT

Allvnnccd ljunors Endorsement

Stuclent must pass con, requ1temen1s nt HR , AP, DE. or I B level.

Student musl pass 4 years of English inSlruction at HR, AP, De, or 18 level.

Studcnl mu>l ll'ISS Algebra I and Geometry as one-semester courses.

Student must pass IIR Algebra II with Tngnnnmccry nnd one olher HR, AP, or DE Level l\la1hema1ics credit.

• Student must pass HR Biology, Cl' Chemistry 1. CP or AP Physics, nnd one other upper level Science cleclivc_

• Student must pass 4 yean of Social Studies mscrucuon nt I IR, AP. or DE level.

• Student must 11'1•• 2 cn,dics m saltll! World Language_

• Student musl cam minimum of 30 Total Credits.

• Student musl maintain 3.5 GPA lcumulativc grade point average), ha,·e acceptable anendance, and acceptable conducl n,cnru.

Note:

3) Beginning in the 2013-2014 school year, allMCPSS seniors will be required to complete acareer portfolio to meet graduationrequirements.

4) Middle school students earning high schoolcredit for Algebra I HR and/or Biology I HRwill rccci vc the credit. However, they must camminimum or four (4) math credits and sciencecredits respectively, in grades 9·12 in the highschool program. StudenlS must cam at least onemath credit each school year in high school.

•

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT FOR BEGINNING FRESHMAN 2016-20!7 AND THEREAFfER PATHWAY OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Multiple Pa1hways to High School Diploma

• Honors Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE) InternationalBaccalaureate (IB)

• Regular

• Essentials/Life Skills Pathway (Special Education)

4 unils or English- English Essentials 9, 10, 11, 12

4 units of Mathematics - Algebraic Essentials A & B and Geometry A&B

4 units of Science- Life Skills Science I, II, Ill and JV

4 units off Social Studies - World History for Living, US History for Living IO .. US History for Living 11, American Government for Living, and Economics for Living

I unil of LIFE (Personal Fitness) 11.z unit of Health Education

I unit of Career Preparedness (Career and Academic Planning,

Computer Applications and Financial Literacy)

3 units ofCTE

6 Y.i units of Electives - required elective course Cooperative Education Seminar/Work-Based Experience

Note: if any slmlenl takes a minimum of 4 credits in this Pathway, he/she musl take Cooperative Education Seminar/Work-Base Experience. Pursing this Pathway will affect sludent's posl -secondary options.

• Alternative Achievement Standards Pathway (special education)

4 units of English - AAS English 9, IO, I I, 12

4 units of Mathematics - AAS Mathematics 9, IO, I I, 12

4 uni ls of Science - AAS Science 9, IO, I l , 12

4 units or Social Studies-AAS Social Studies 9, 10,11,12

I unit of LIFE (Personal Fitness) or Adapted Physical Education

I unit of AAS Pre-Vocational, AAS Vocational, AAS Community-Based Jnstruclion, and/or AAS Elective

3 units of AAS Life Skills(9, IO,l 1)

I unit of AAS Life Skills ( 12)

2 units of AAS Pre-Vocational, AAS Vocational, AAS Community-Based Instruction, and/or AAS Elective.

Note: Pursuing this Pathway will affect s1udent's post­secondary options.

•

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT FOR BEGINNING FRESHMAN 2016-20!7 AND THEREAFfER

PATHWAY OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

Multiple Pa1hways to High School Diploma

• Honors Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE) InternationalBaccalaureate (IB)

• Regular

• Essentials/Life Skills Pathway (Special Education)

4 unils or English -English Essentials 9, 10, 11, 12

4 units of Mathematics -Algebraic Essentials A & B and Geometry A

& B

4 units of Science - Life Skills Science I, II, Ill and JV

4 units off Social Studies -World History for Living, US History for

Living I O.. US History for Living 11, American Government for

Living, and Economics for Living

I unil of LIFE (Personal Fitness) 11.z unit of Health Education

I unit of Career Preparedness (Career and Academic Planning,

Computer Applications and Financial Literacy)

3 units of CTE

6 Y.i units of Electives -required elective course Cooperative

Education Seminar/Work-Based Experience

Note: if any slmlenl takes a minimum of 4 credits in this Pathway,

he/she musl take Cooperative Education Seminar/Work-Base

Experience. Pursing this Pathway will affect sludent's posl -

secondary options.

• Alternative Achievement Standards Pathway (special education)

4 units ofEnglish -AAS English 9,IO, I I ,12

4 units of Mathematics -AAS Mathematics 9, IO, I I, 12 4

uni ls of Science -AAS Science 9, IO, I l, 12

4 units or Social Studies-AAS Social Studies 9, 10,1 1,12

Iunit of LIFE (Personal Fitness) or Adapted Physical Education

Iunit of AAS Pre-Vocational, AAS Vocational, AAS Community-

Based Jnstruclion, and/or AAS Elective

3 units of AAS Life Skills(9, I O,l 1)

I unit of AAS Life Skills ( 12)

2 units of AAS Pre-Vocational, AAS Vocational, AAS

Community-Based Instruction, and/or AAS Elective.

Note: Pursuing this Pathway will affect s1udent's post­

secondary options.

COURSES OFFERED

2016 -2017

ENGLISH AP & IB Biology Family & Consumer Full IB curriculum

Hrs. English 9 AP & IB Chemistry Sciences Offered to fulfill the

Reg. English 9 EarthScience Fashion “IB Diploma

Hrs. Eng. 10 AP Physics Food & Nutrition Programme”

Pre-IB. Eng. 10 Organic Chemistry Parenting

Reg. Eng. 10 Forensics Management

Hrs. Eng. 11 Hrs.Anatomy/Physics Accounting I & II

Reg. Eng. 11 AP Environmental PrinciplesSales &

Hrs. Eng. 12 Science Promotions

AP Eng. 12 Sports Marketing

Eng. 12 PHYSICAL ED Commerce Info Tech

Reading Boys PE 9-12 Child Development Pre-IB English Girls PE 9-12 CISCO ESL-Eng As Sec Lang ROTC I-IV Advanced Placement

Driver Ed. FOREIGN Program – AP

HISTORY Health LANGUAGE national tests given in

World Hist. 9 Vars. Cheerleaders Spanish I-IV / AP/IB May of each year:

Hrs. World Hist. 9 Varsity Ath/Football French I-IV / AP/IB AP World History

Amer Hist 10 Varsity weight trng. German I-IV / AP/IB AP Spanish, French,

Amer Hist 10 Hr Vars. Boys Basketball Latin I-II German

AP WRD HIST Vars. Girls Basketball AP American Hist.

American Hist. 11 Vars. Boys Baseball AP Gov’t/Economics

HRS Amer. Hist 11 Fitness Training OTHER AP English

AP Amer. Hist. 11 ELECTIVES AP Biology

American Gov’t. 12 FINE ARTS/ ACT/PSAT Prep AP Chemistry

Economics 12 MUSIC/BAND Hist. Greece/Rome AP Physics

AP Gov’t and Politics ART I-IV Psychology AP Calculus

and Macro Econ. Marching Band Current Issues AP Psychology Hrs Gov’t and Econ Concert Band Sociology AP Enviro Science

IB History of Symphonic Band Creative Writing

Americas 11,12 Music Mythology

IB Music Theory IB Film-making

MATH Technique for Pre-IB Geography

Algebra I Woodwind, brass, AP Test Prep

Algebra I Hr/Adv percussion Remediation in Geometry Jazz Band Reading, math

Geom- Hr/Adv General Chorus EPIC Engineering

Algebra II Advanced Chorus OFF CAMPUS Courses:

Hrs. Alg. II/Trig Theater CAREER TECH Engineering the future

HR Precalculus Stage COURSES: Infinity electronics Math Special Topics Dance Masonry Fluid dynamics AP & IB Calculus Healthcare

AP & IB Statistics CAREER Automotive TECHNICAL Computer Tech

SCIENCE Intro-Advanced Electronics Drafting Design Cosmetology

Hrs. Marine Biology Business Tech Applic Plumbing Hrs. Bio. I Computer Apps Construction Biology I Multimedia Hrs. Chemistry I Business/Marketing Physical Science Bus/Personal Finance Environmental Seminar/Work Science Software Technology

TRANSFER STUDENTS FROM PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Credits for students who transfer from a private school to a public school are governed by

the following:

IHEB- Credits from non-accredited institutions

Students from non-accredited institutions will be given examinations on courses com-

pleted in the non-accredited institution before giving credit by the Office of Curriculum

and Instruction Staff. Acceptance of credits is dependent upon earning an acceptable

score on the written examination. Such examination is to remain on file as a part of the

student’s permanent record. The maximum number of credits accepted from the non-

accredited institution will be eight (8) units.

Students should check with the administration or registrar regarding whether their

private school is accredited. Students from unaccredited schools must take exams for

credit.

All questions arising regarding graduation, grade placement, summer school enrollment,

night school enrollment, class rank, grade point average, or any curriculum related area

will be resolved under the guidelines published in the Mobile County Division of

Curriculum Book, and the State Department of Education bulletin, Regulations

Governing Alabama Schools. The State Department of Education recognizes only SACS

accreditation of private schools.

PROMOTION AND CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS*

Students are classified as 10th, 11th, or 12th graders based on the total number of

credits earned each year. Students are classified in August for the upcoming

school year. The following shows the minimum requirements to be promoted

to each grade.

Students who have earned 7 units or credit in 9th grade and/or by August will be

promoted to 10thgrade.

Students who have earned 14 units of credit in 10th grade and/or by August will be

promoted to 11thgrade.

Students who have earned 20 credits in grade 11 or summer will be promoted to

12th grade.

Placement of all transferred students shall be considered temporary until the offi-

cial transcript is received and placement is verified by Davidson.

PROMOTION AND CLASSIFICATION

Grade 10 - 7 credits

Grade 11 - 14 credits

Grade 12 - 20 credits

MEDIA CENTER GUIDELINES

The Media Center is for every pupil in school. It is to be used for

reference, pleasure reading, or computer projects. The Media Center is

open from 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and will stay open later if students

make prior arrangements. A calendar posted on the school website will

list daily schedules.

Teachers may schedule classes or may send up to five students at a time

on a pass. The pass used must be a valid media center pass which will be

emailed to all teachers at the beginning of the school year. No passes

will be accepted from a substitute teacher unless the substitute is a long-

term sub for a teacher who is out for an extended amount of time.

Individual students must have a library pass signed by a teacher except

during lunch waves and before and after school. All students must sign

in and out and must have their passes signed by a media specialist before

leaving. Teachers must accompany and remain with classes. NO

substitute is to bring a class to the library unless the sub is long-term for

a teacher who is out for a long period of time.

Students may check out three library books at a time and the books may

be checked out for two weeks at a time and may be renewed as long as

someone else is not needing the same book. Students MUST have a

valid current school ID to check out books. Reference books are not to

be checked out of the library. They are to be used only in the Media

Center.

Books placed on reserve by a teacher may be used by students in the

Media Center during the day. At the end of the reserve time, students

will be allowed to check out these books.

Textbooks will be checked out from the Media Center. Students MUST have a

valid, current school ID to check out textbooks. Once a textbook is issued to the

student, it is the responsibility of the student to keep up with the book. If the

book is lost and returned to the library, the student must pay $1.00 to get another

textbook. If a textbook is lost or damaged, it must be paid for before any other

textbooks are issued.

Students will be given a MCPSS student username and login. It is the

responsibility of the student to remember this information. If the information is

forgotten, the student will be given one free password reset and thereafter will

need to pay $1.00 to have it reset.

The library offices, workroom and storage room are for Media Center staff only.

Unfortunately, the small number of computers available requires us to prioritize

usage. Scheduled classes take precedence over individual use.

1. Students must sign in and out when coming to the Media Center on a valid library

pass. They must have the pass signed by one of the media specialists before leaving.

2. All equipment, software, and other materials are to be used only for school- related

activities. Games are NOT allowed.

3. Only school assigned student email is allowed.

4. Only software legally belonging to the information center will be run on computers.

Software programs, including CDs, may not be brought from off- campus.

5. Computer configurations may not be changed.

6. Files may be saved to a flash drive or to Office 365.

7. Patrons are expected to open and close applications correctly, always returning to Windows when finished. DO NOT TURN OFF COMPUTERS.

8. Patrons are encouraged to ask for help if needed, for example, when printing

problems occur. Do not re-enter a printing command.

9. Printing is $.10 per page on the Library Sharp.

10. Patrons are expected to use equipment, software, and materials in an ethical manner.

11. The district forbids downloading streaming audio and video in real time (RealPlayer and Windows Media Player files and radio stations

12. Food and drinks are not allowed unless in the digital café.

13. Only bagged lunches from home or snacks are allowed in the digital café. No

cafeteria food or fast food/takeout will be permitted.

14. Coffee must be consumed in café and cannot be taken out.

Infringement of these rules will result in loss of Internet and/or computer privileges

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Athletics

African-American Club

Band

Cheerleading

Chess Club

Choral

Computer Science Club

Davidson Invitational Model United Nations

Diamond Girls

Digital Photography

FBLA-Future Business Leaders

FCCLA

FCA/First Priority

German Honor Society (GHS)

Government Club – Legislature & Judicial

The Green Room – Theatre Club

HighSchool – Hi Jinks

HI-Q

Junior Civitan

Key Club

Kinetics

Math Team

National Honor Society

National Honor Technical Society

Newspaper – Warriors

NJROTC**

RHO KAPPA

Robotics

Scholars Bowl

Skills USA (VICA)

Student Government **

Wild Warriors

Yearbook Staff - TOSHOA

**Separate Section

CAMPUS ORGANIZATIONS

ATHLETICS

As Warrior student-athletes, we are as dedicated on the playing field as we are in

the classroom. Athletics are an integral part of the high school experience, providing

participants with additional areas in which to excel, learn, and lead. As a member of the

AHSAA, our teams compete at the highest level in the 7A Classification. Students grow

into themselves as individuals and as part of a team as the condition and practice

throughout the year. All Varsity Athletes are required to participate in year round

strength and conditioning as well as individual team practices and events. Engaged both

physically and mentally, our students develop focus and drive, qualities that will

help them go above and beyond their goals. 100% of our student athletes have the

ability to graduate on time with their class with many continuing their academic careers

at the collegiate level. A student’s athletic eligibility is governed by the AHSAA

Eligibility Rules.

Davidson athletics include but are not limited to 9th Grade Football, JV & Varsity

Football, JV & Varsity Volleyball, Girls & Boys Swimming, Girls & Boys Cross

Country, JV & Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball, JV & Varsity Baseball, JV & Varsity

Softball, Girls & Boys Tennis, Girls & Boys Golf, Girls & Boys Outdoor Track & Field,

JV & Varsity Boys & Girls Soccer.

AFRICAN-AMERICAN CLUB

The African American Club was established during the 1991-1992 school year.

Its chief objective is to promote knowledge, consciousness and pride in African-

American culture, but is open to all racial and ethnic groups. Members are provided

with the opportunity to perform presentations, complete service projects, enjoy

informational speakers and educational outings. Members also must be dedicated

and willing to participate in meetings and fundraisers, which are the foundation of

the club. The AAC motives include the building of self-awareness and self-worth

among the student body.

BAND

The Davidson Band begins work on the next year’s activities following the close

of the school year. In July, band members spend time practicing and drilling.

Through the first term they drill diligently for the half-time shows. At the end of

the football season the band starts practicing for their Christmas concert, and a spring

concert, as well as district and state contests. Band students also have the opportunity

to participate in the individual competitions such as All-State and Solo and

Ensemble. Attendance at after school rehearsals is required for membership in any

one of the performing groups. Attendance at Summer Band Camp is required for

membership in the Marching Band. To be eligible to audition for Symphonic Band,

students must participate in Marching Band. Additional fees are required for

participation in Marching Band

CHEERLEADING

In order to try out for the Varsity team, the student must be a rising Junior or Senior. In

order to try out for the Junior Varsity team, the student must be a rising Freshman or

Sophomore. Students in grade 9-11 must be currently enrolled and attending classes at

Davidson High School. Students in grade 8, rising freshmen must have an intent to

enroll and attend Davidson High School in the upcoming school year.

In order to try out, students must have a cumulative 3.00 GPA or at least an 85%

average (calculated from the athletes 5 best class grades) for middle school students. No

student can have an E or a NC as a semester grade in any subject prior to try outs, even

if their cumulative average remains above a 3.00 or an 85%. The season begins the day

the team is posted and ends the first day of try outs for the following year (or at time of

expulsion from the team). However, Seniors are required to continue their duties through

tryouts until the new team is posted.

In order to try out, we must receive a discipline clearance from the administration at any

school the participant has attended this school year. Administrations may not clear

participants for any of the following reasons: Suspension, for any reason this school

year, Retract, or in-school suspension more than twice this school year, and Discipline

referrals to the office for serious or numerous offenses. Team members must remain in

good standing with the school. All school violations are subject to receive demerits

based on the punishment given by the school and the severity of the situation.

CHESS CLUB

The Chess Club is to promote chess within our school system and the surrounding

communities and to provide chess playing opportunities for Davidson students. We will

also participate in the Mobile and Baldwin County Scholastic Chess League.

CHORAL ORGANIZATIONS

The Davidson High School Choral Department is performance-driven, with several

venues available to students: the Davidson Singers, an intermediate group for those

without formal training; the Advanced Singers, for those with previous singing

experience or who audition; and the Varsity Singers, by audition only. We are also

planning a Performing Arts Track in conjunction with Drama, Dance, Choral Music,

and Stagecraft. A spring Musical Theatre production is also an annual event with

auditions open school- wide.

Our chorus performs throughout the year, in District and State Performance

Evaluations and local school and civic programs, as well Winter Blast and Christmas

programs. Attendance at after-school rehearsals and concerts is required for

participation in a performing group. Students also have individual opportunities to

participate in All-County and All-State Honor Choruses, as well as several college-

based Honor Choirs, like the University of Southern Mississippi’s Invitational Choral

Conference and the University of Alabama’s Honor Choir.

Students may also sing in our District Solo and Ensemble Contest. Many of our

students have gone on to scholarships, degrees, and careers in music. Others have

continued to sing at the college level and receive scholarships even though they were

non-music majors.

COMPUTER SCIENCE CLUB

The Davidson High School Computer Science club began in 2014 as a collaboration

between students, faculty and community leaders to expand the opportunities for

students interested in the Computing Industry. The club is a local chapter of Skills

USA-Computer Science, and members will participate in local, state and national

competitions. The meetings are a variety of field trips, guest speakers and hands on

activities that expose our students to the world of computing. Students should be

enrolled in at least one of the Software Programming courses and have an interest in

technology.

In the fall of 2016, we will launch our Student Tech Help Crew. The Help Crew is a

technology assistance service offered during the school day to faculty and staff members

facing technology difficulties. To be eligible, students must have passed at least one of

the Software Programming courses, have earned at least one CRI, and participate in an

application interview.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

Davidson’s Photography Club is open to all students who are interested in

photography. You don’t have to own expensive camera gear to join- Many

members use their phones. Clubs meetings are once a month and feature a lesson

and shooting challenge. Members have the opportunity to share their work with

others for constructive critiques. A $15 fee covers the cost of club shirts and

printing. Information and applications are available from Mr. Dollison in Room 9.

DIAMOND GIRLS

Diamond Girls are an integral part of the Warrior Baseball Program. Girls are selected

on the basis of their academics, teacher references, baseball interest and commitment to

Warrior Baseball. Current requirements to be a part of the Diamond Girls are as

follows: You must be a Junior or Senior; you must have a 2.50 cumulative GPA and

discipline clearance. At home games, Diamond Girls help with concessions, assist with

the gate-admissions, retrieve foul balls, return bats after home team’s at-bat, work the

press box, record stats, supply the umpires with baseballs and assist with various tasks

that help keep the game running smoothly.

FBLA - FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

FBLA is a national organization for ALL students interested in business. The local

school organization operates as an integral part of the business curriculum and is under

the guidance of the business teachers. One of the major objectives of FBLA is to

develop self- confidence and strong, aggressive business leadership so that these

future businessmen and women may participate more actively in the business and

community life upon graduation. FBLA offers many scholarship opportunities as

well as participates in out-of- town conferences which allow the students to grow

professionally. For the past two years we have had State FBLA officers and

we have also had STATE winners who have gone on to participate at the National

Leadership Conference against the nation’s top winners. In addition to

competition, these conferences provide excellent opportunities for learning

through workshops, motivational speakers, and networking with thousands of people

at these conferences in addition to scholarship opportunities. Dues to join FBLA are

$12. Trips are all optional and are funded by the students and fundraisers.

FCCLA

Family Career & Community Leaders of America is the organization open to all

students who are currently enrolled or who have completed one or more course work in

the Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) program. These courses include full

term courses of Family and Consumer Sciences, Child Services I and II, Chemistry of

Food, and Dietetics and Wellness. Family Career & Community Leaders of America

is only in-school organization with the family as its central focus. Involvement offers

members opportunities to expand their leadership potential and develop skills for

life-planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision making and interpersonal

communication necessary in the world of work and the home.

FCA/FIRST PRIORITY

First Priority is a student led organization that seeks to support and encourage Davidson’s

student body and faculty through service projects and prayer. All students are invited

to attend weekly meetings where they can be involved in accountability groups,

receive challenges, give their testimony, and share their faith.

GERMAN HONOR SOCIETY (GHS) Membership in the German Honor Society is open to students who have completed

German 1 and have an “A” or “B” average in the language and an overall “A” or “B”

average in other classes. Students may apply at the beginning of each semester. The

purpose of the club is to promote interest in the German language and culture through

social and service activities. GHS sponsors the Switzerland booth at the Mobile

International Festival.

THE GREEN ROOM - THEATRE CLUB

The clubs name refers to the traditional space where actors wait for their entrances. It

is often a hub of social and artistic hustle and bustle. The mission of the Green Room

is to build opportunities for students to partake in as many educational and

enlightening theatrical experiences as possible. The Green Room is open to all

students whether they have taken a theatre class or not.

JUNIOR CIVITAN

The Junior Civitan is a service organization for students who wish to be involved in

helping shape their school and community through service projects. We are seeking

dedicated individuals who will be an asset scholastically, are of sound character, and

want to better their surroundings through active involvement. Anyone wishing to be a

member must have a 2.5 cumulative average, and be interviewed by the club.

KEY CLUB

Key Club is a service organization for students who are an asset in scholastic

achievements and in high moral character. Our purpose is to serve our home, school,

and com- munity. During the year, we participate in fundraising activities joining

with organizations, such as UNICEF, Relay for Life, Light the Night, and the

Ronald McDonald organization. Our service projects include a variety of activities

such as helping with the Ronald McDonald house, the International Festival, and

school festivals at various local elementary schools. Anyone desiring to be a

member must have a cumulative average of 3.0, pay the yearly dues, and be an active

participant in Key Club sponsored activities.

KINETICS

Davidson offers all levels of dance classes and Kinetics is the advanced level. We hold

auditions in the spring and participate in Winter Blast, Honor Dance, Mississippi and

Alabama dance festivals as well as other performances throughout the year.

MATH TEAM

The Math Team currently participates in 4 competitions each year. Once a month

students individually participate in the American Scholastic Mathematics Association

Contest. As a team, we compete in the Can-Do Good can structure competition

sponsored by Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood. We also compete as a team in the AMP’d

logic puzzle competition sponsored by Auburn University and Tests of Engineering

Aptitude Mathematics, Science Competition. The only prerequisite to be on the team is

an inquisitive mind and a good attitude!

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

The goals of the Davidson Chapter of the National Honor Society are:

1. Enthusiasm for good scholarship.

2. Enthusiasm of desire to render service.

3. Stimulus to practice acts that develop strength of character.

4. Encouragement to further the development of leadership.

Scholarship is considered of primary importance in the selection of Society inductees.

To be eligible for membership the candidate must be a sophomore, junior, or senior and

must have been in attendance at DHS the equivalent of one semester. Choices are made

from a scholastic eligibility list.

This list is made up of those sophomores, juniors, and seniors with an unweighted 3.5

or above average. However, scholarship is not the only qualification to become a member

of the society, but character, leadership, and service are also criteria. All scholastically

eligible students are considered for membership. It is the responsibility of the faculty to

determine the eligibility of the student in the areas of leadership, service, and character.

NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY

National Technical Honor Society was brought to Davidson High School in 2014. It is

open to Juniors and Seniors who have taken at least two Career Tech courses, have at

least a 3.0 GPA and have teacher recommendation. The purpose of NTHS is to honor

student achievement and leadership in career and technical education, promote

education excellence, award scholarships, and enhance career opportunities for the

NTHS membership. Meetings are held once a month and attendance is required.

The focus in the meetings is on business and life skills. NTHS offers scholarship

opportunities.

RHO KAPPA

Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school

juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. Requirements

to join: Unweighted GPA of 3.0 in social studies classes; Overall GPA of 3.0; Clear

Discipline Record; Teacher Recommendations; Faculty Selection Committee; and $10

Fee. You are required to attend regular meetings and 4 hours of community service per

semester for a total of 8 hours per school year. Important Dates: Initiation Spring 2017.

STUDENT TRAINERS & FILM CREW

The Davidson High School Student Trainers are a very important part of the overall

success of all Warrior athletic programs. We are responsible for the prevention, care,

treatment and rehabilitation of all injuries that our athletes encounter. Student athletic

trainers assist with or perform duties such as taping, providing first aid, injury

evaluation, stretching, and monitoring hydration levels for all teams, practices, and

competitions. Rising 10th – 12th grade students interested in becoming student

trainers must submit a resume, have a clear discipline record, and participate in a

spring instruction & evaluation period, and the final interview process.

The Davidson Film Crew work side by side with the football coaches to record,

upload, edit, and record practices and games. While the majority of the staff's focus

and efforts are on the football program, the staff assists other athletic programs at

Davidson. The staff incorporate the latest technology and utilize multiple camera

angles, multimedia software, and editing techniques to produce the finest quality video

in the state. In addition to the video being used for instruction with student athletes,

the video is critical to the success of the collegiate recruiting efforts of the athletic

program. Furthermore, many staff members have been successfully placed on video

staffs of several colleges and universities, where some individuals have received

tuition assistance from the institution. Students interested in becoming a member of

the athletic video staff must participate in a spring/summer instructional & evaluation

period and the final interview process.

SKILLS USA

Skills USA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to

ensure America has a skilled workforce. Skills USA helps each student excel. Skills

USA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers and high school and college

students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service

occupations. It was formerly known as VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of

America).

WILD WARRIORS

Wild Warriors is a student athletic support club. The purpose of the club is to promote

school spirit . Wild Warriors come up with themes for all football games and they sit

together in the student section. This year, select club members will be chosen to serve

as flag-runners during the games.

Wild Warriors pay a fee at the beginning of the school year that gets them into all home

athletic events (excluding Varsity football games) for free. This includes pep rallies and

scrimmage games. The only requirement to become a Wild Warrior is that students

have a clean discipline record.

CONSTITUTION OF THE

W.P. DAVIDSON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL

ARTICLE I

Name

Section 1.

The name of this organization will be the W.P. Davidson High School Student

Council.

ARTICLE II

Purpose

The purpose of this organization shall be to develop attitudes of and practice in

good citizenship; promote harmonious relations throughout the entire school;

improve student-teacher relationships; improve school morale; assist in the

management of the school; provide for student expression; provide orderly

direction of school activities, and promote general welfare of the school.

ARTICLE III

Members

Section 1.

Student Council shall consist of Officers:

A. A president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer from each class.

B. Four representatives from each class. C. All students who transfer from a local school where they are members of

the Student Council shall be ex-officio members of the W.P. Davidson

Student Council for the remainder of the school year.

Section 2. Qualifications

Class Officers - All Class Presidents must come from their respective grades and

have at least a 3.50 cumulative G.P.A. on the most recent report card, satisfactory

conduct and a clear discipline record. All other class officers must come from

their respective grades, have at least a 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. on the most recent

report card, satisfactory conduct and a clear discipline record.

NOTE: All Junior and Senior officers should have served at least one prior year

on Student Council. **This does NOT include Representatives.

Section 3. Duties of Senior Student Council Officers A. The senior class president shall preside at all meetings of the Council; call

special meetings; appoint all Student Council committees; represent the

Council at all public functions; and assume duties associated with the

office. (Making morning and afternoon announcements are mandatory)

B. The senior class vice president shall perform the duties of the president in

his/her absence; shall serve as sergeant-at-arms for the Council; preside over ICC

meetings; and shall assume all other responsibilities associated with this office.

C. The senior class secretary shall keep the minutes of all Student Council

meetings; maintain an attendance record; bring to the meetings minutes

and lists of all standing committees; and perform such duties associated

with this office. The secretary shall handle and be responsible for all offi-

cial correspondence and shall serve as Council Reporter.

D. The treasurer shall help with the receipt and disbursement of Student

Council funds,( such as special occasion T-shirt Sales, Orders, and

Community Service projects ) and shall maintain an accurate record of all such

funds; and perform other duties related to this office

Section 4. Duties of Class Officers

A. The president shall preside over all class meetings; appoint all class com-

mittees; represent the class on public occasions; and assume all other

responsibilities connected with this office.

B. The vice president shall perform the duties of the president in the event of

his absence; shall help coordinate between president and other officers

and assume other responsibilities associated with this office.

C. The secretary shall be responsible for keeping accurate records and min-

utes of all class functions; handle all class correspondence; and furnish

class news to reporter.

D. The treasurer is responsible for keeping an accurate record of all financial

matters involving class money, filing out requisitions, and such other

duties connected with this office.

Section 5. Duties of Representatives It shall be the duty of all class and club representatives to inform the students and

their respective clubs of Student Council projects and business; and shall serve as

a means to student expression in the Student Council meetings.

Section 6. Removal from Office - Method and Reasons

A member may be put on probation and/or brought before Council Presidents for

dismissal for unnecessary absences from Student Council functions, failure to

maintain the minimum G.P.A, failure to carry out his or her duties as a Student

Council member or for any actions which are detrimental to the best interest of

the school and unbecoming of a school leader. Such actions must be approved

by the Principal and the Sponsor. Removal from office will result in

disqualification for the next year.

There is no acceptable excuse for missing Homecoming, Homecoming Activities,

or Prom – other than a doctor’s notice for you or immediate member which

will be taken under review. . Missing these activities unless excused result

in immediate dismissal. IF YOU CHOOSE TO MISS THESE ACTIVITIES AS

A SENIOR, YOU WILL NOT BE RECOGNIZED AS STUDENT COUNCIL

OFFICER IN GRADUATION ACTIVITIES.

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Section 7. Deportment Regarding Scholarship

A. All Class Presidents must maintain a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.50

Discipline must be cleared quarterly. If a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.00

and a clear discipline record are not maintained, then the member is put on

probation until the next quarter report card is issued. If a minimum quarter

3.50 G.P.A. and cleared discipline are not attained on the next quarter report

card, then the member will be brought before council for possible dismissal.

All other Student Council members must maintain a cumulative G.P.A. of

3.0 at the end of each quarter. Discipline must be cleared quarterly. If a

minimum quarter G.P.A. of 3.0 and a clear discipline record are not

maintained, then the member is put on probation until the next quarter

report card is issued. If a 3.0 quarter G.P.A. and cleared discipline are not

attained on the next quarter report card, then the member will be brought

before Council for possible dismissal.

C. Students making an “E” for a quarter grade in any or all subjects must report

that grade to the Sponsor and Executive Officers with an explanation and

plan for improving performance in the class(es).

D. If a Student Council member commits an infraction of a school rule or

regulation and is suspended from school, he or she is automatically

dropped from the duties with the Council by reason of conduct unbecoming

a leader.

E. Senior class officer candidates must have completed one full satisfactory year

on student council prior to seeking senior office.

Section 8. Absences and Tardies

A. Absences from any Student Council meetings or functions are considered

excused for the same reasons constituting an excused absence for a regular

school day (work is not excused!). Notes for excused absences must be given

to the Sponsor, President or Secretary within 2 days of the absence from the

Student Council function. If a note is not shown to the designated officer

within the allotted week, then the absence is unexcused. A member is

allowed one (1) unexcused absence per quarter. If the member

accumulates an additional unexcused absence, then they will be put on

probation until the end of the quarter. If a member attains another unexcused

absence while on probation, then he or she will be brought before Student

Council for possible removal. All Notes will be turned over to the sponsor

for safe keeping.

B. If a member arrives within ten (10) minutes of the announced start, then

he or she will be marked tardy. If a member arrives ten (10) minutes after

the function has been called to order, then the tardy will be considered

an absence. Three (3) unexcused tardies constitute an unexcused absence.

Tardies will be considered excused for the same reasons constituting an

excused tardy for a regular school day. Notes must be turned in to the

Sponsor, C l a s s President or Class Secretary within a week of the tardy.

In turn these notes are turned in to the sponsor for safe keeping. If a note is

not brought within the allotted week, then the tardy is unexcused.

ARTICLE IV

Elections

Section1. Election of Student Council Officers

A. The Student Council Executive Board shall outline election procedures for

offices.

B. Procedure:

1. All persons wishing to run for a Student Council office will be

formally nominated with the filing of a recommendation with the

Student Council. This form may be picked up in the Student

Council Room – Room 135.

2. Qualifications - see Article II, Section 2.

3. After being approved as a candidate, campaigning may begin.

a. Each candidate may have two posters and one

banner. These must be approved by the Student

Council advisor. Stickers and handbills may also be used.

b. Each candidate may make a 3-8 minute speech to

the student body at the end of the campaign period.

c. All campaign materials must be cleaned up by the

end of elections day.

Section 2. Election of Class Officers

Class Officers ARE the Student Council Officers for their respective grades...

Section 3. Election of Class Representatives

A. Election of the class representatives will take place at the time of class

officer election. Candidates will be nominated in the same manner as the

Student Council officers as stated in Section 1 of Article IV

B. Qualifications - Refer to Article III, Section 2.

Section 4. Election of Special Officers and Honors

(excluding the Student Council)

A. Homecoming Court

1. Queen, Lady-in-Waiting, and Senior Maids

a. Each Senior section shall nominate (at a given date)

two girls from the Senior Class at large as candidates.

b. Qualifications - The candidates’ attendance,

discipline and eligibility will be screened by the

Sponsor and Administration.

c. The Senior Class will elect four Senior Maids. Those

four names will be redistributed to students in grades

10-12, through sections, for the election of the Queen

and Lady-in-Waiting. The girl having the most votes

will be named Queen, and the girl with the second most

votes will be name Lady-in-Waiting. The two

remaining girls will be the Senior Maids.

d. Failure to fulfill responsibilities will result in future dis-

qualifications.

2. Junior, Sophomore, and Freshman Maids

The Junior, Sophomore, and Freshman classes shall nominate

two girls from their class at large for Homecoming Maids. The

candidates’ attendance, discipline and eligibility will be

screened by the Sponsor and Administration. These girls will be

voted on in their class-level homerooms. The two girls having

the most votes will be named Homecomings maids of their

class. The court will consist of eight Maids, a Lady-in-Waiting,

and the Queen.

3. Homecoming maids must ATTEND and participate in Pep

rally, Game, and Dance Activities. Failure to fulfill

responsibilities will result in future disqualifications.

B. Mr. and Miss D.H.S.

1. Each senior section shall nominate three (3) females and three

(3) males as candidates from the Senior class. Those nominated

must have a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.50; be involved

in at least two (2) school sponsored extra-curricular activities

(i.e., cheerleading, football, band, organizations, etc.) with at

least one (1) in leadership role (i.e., President, Vice President,

Captain, Section Leader).

2. A sponsor of the club or extra-curricular activity must sign off

on the candidate’s resumé to ensure that the candidate is an active

and participating member in that specific organization.

Candidates cannot have been removed from any

club/organization during all four years while at DHS.

3. Ballots will be presented to the Senior class at which time they

will elect only one boy and one girl.

4. A clear discipline record (i.e., no suspensions) from grades 9-12.

5. They must have Attended Davidson High School 10th – 12th

grade.

6. Mr. and Miss D.H.S. will be announced at Junior - Senior Prom

in the spring each year.

7. Failure to fulfill responsibilities will result in future disqualifi-

cations.

ARTICLE V

Meetings

Section 1

The Student Council shall meet at the appointed Student Council times.

Section 2.

Special meetings may be called by the President, Sponsor, or by the request of one-

fourth of the members of the Student Council.

Section 3.

A quorum shall consist of two-thirds of the Council Members.

Section 4.

Student Council meetings are open to any Davidson student or faculty member

who wishes to observe.

Section 5.

In all matters not specifically expressed in this constitution, the parliamentary

authority shall be Robert’s Rules of Order (Revised).

Section 1.

ARTICLE VI

Sponsor

Section 1.

The principal shall appoint a member of the faculty sponsor of the Student Council.

The Sponsor shall serve as an advisor and does not vote.

Section 2.

The term of office is left to the discretion of the Principal.

ARTICLE VII

Powers

Section 1.

All powers of the Student Council are delegated to it by the school administration.

Therefore, the Principal has the right to make necessary appointments or veto any

act of the Student Council or to revoke any of the powers held by the Student

Council.

ARTICLE VIII

Amendments

Section 1.

The constitution may be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of the entire

Student Body provided that the amendment has first been approved by a two-third

majority vote of the Student Council. The proposed amendment must be read at

two regular Student Council meetings. The vote shall be taken following the sec-

ond reading in the Student Council after which the proposed amendment shall be

submitted to the Student Body. Any proposed amendment originating in the

Student Body is to be channeled through the class officers or representatives to the

Student Council. This will include any new or additional clubs and organizations

added for the student body.

Section 2.

Any By-Laws established by the Student Council during the year may be amend-

ed a majority vote of the Student Council.

ARTICLE IX

Ratification

Section 1.

This constitution shall go into effect immediately following a two-thirds majority

by acceptance of these ten articles by the Student Body.

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INDEX

Academic Integrity Policy, 16

Activities, Student, 43

Athletic Eligibility, 22

Attendance Policy, 19

Early Dismissals, 20

Excused Absences, 19, 23

Homework and Daily Work 24,

Make Up Work, 23

Responsibility to Request, 26

Tardy Policy, 18, 19

Tests, 24

Awards and Recognition, 6, 26

Model United Nations, 6,

Music, 8

National Committee on Excellence in Education, 5

NJROTC Scholarships, 7

Career Technical, 7

Bell Schedule, 11

Buildings and Grounds

Local Policy on Use of, 9

Cafeteria, 12

Deliveries to School, 13

Emergency Exits, 12, 57

Lockers, 12-13

Map, 55

Restrooms, 12

Buses, 21

Calendar for 2015-2016, 10

Campus

General Rules for, 15

Off-Limits, 14

Parking, 13-14

Career Technical Programs, 31

At Bryant Area Career Technical Center, 31

On-the-Job, 31

College Preparation, 26

Courses, 38

Diplomas/Graduation Requirements, 35

Dues (Prom, Graduation), 23

Early Dismissals, 20

Emergency and Health Information Card, 20

Fire Drill & Tornado Information, 12, 56, 57

First Aid Room, 21

Football Schedule, 9

Grading System, 32

Grade Reports to Parents, 18

Guidance and Counseling Department, 30

History, 5

Map of School, 55

Media Center Guidelines, 41

Message from Executive Student Council President, 2

Message from Principal, 1

Mission Statement, 9

Music, 8

Organizations/ Student Activities, 43

African-American Club, 47

Athletics, 44

Band, 45

Chess Club, 45

Choral, 45

Digital Photograph Club, 46

FBLA, 46

Family Career & Community Leaders of America, 46

First Priority, 44

French Honor Society, 47

German Honor Society, 47

Junior Civitan, 44

Key Club, 44

National Honor Society, 43

Skills U.S.A., 47

Student Trainers & Film Crew, 45

Parents Note from, for Student Absence, 23

Special Information for Parents, 27

Grade Reports, 18

Visitors, 18

Policies School, 12

Tardy Policy, 18

Uniform Policy, 17

Programs

Advanced Placement, 7, 22

EPIC, 7, 33

IB Program, 33

Gifted Education, 7

MAPS, 34

Career Technical Cooperative, 7, 31

Prom/Homecoming, 22

Promotion and Classification of Students, 40

Re-Admission Slips, 21

Reports to Parents, Subject, 18

Retract, 19

Ring, School, 8

Scheduling School Business, 27

Scholarships, 8

Songs

Alma Mater, 4, Fight Song, 4

Student Council, 48

Amendments, 54

Constitution, 48

Elections

Class Officers, 51

Class Representatives, 51

Homecoming Court, 52

Mr. and Miss D.H.S., 52

Meetings, 53

Members

Class Officers, 48

Qualifications, 48

Representatives, 48

Name, 48

Powers, 54

Purpose, 48

Ratification, 54

Student Code of Conduct, 16

Table of Contents, 3

Tests

AP Exams, 22

For College Preparation, 26

Make-Up, 24

Uniforms, 17

Visitors, 18

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