Rio Cazadero High School 2021-2022 Parent/Student Handbook

Elk Grove Unified School District

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Rio Cazadero High School

2021-2022 Parent/Student Handbook

7825 Grandstaff Drive Sacramento, CA 95823 (916) 422-3058, (916) 422-0604 fax [email protected] Website: blogs.egusd.net/rio/ Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/riocazaderohs/

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21-22 RCHS Parent/Student Handbook

Schoolwide Learner Outcomes Rio Cazadero High School

In order to: Develop academic skills and knowledge Students will: ♦ Meet or exceed California standards in Language Arts and Mathematics ♦ Evaluate and apply information from multiple sources ♦ Apply logical methods for solving problems In order to: Stimulate a sense of curiosity and a desire to learn Students will: ♦ Be challenged to view education as a quest for new experiences and opportunities ♦ Gain knowledge about their abilities, strengths and interests ♦ Develop a personal post-secondary plan In order to: Develop skills that will facilitate effective communication Students will: ♦ Read, listen and analyze information purposefully ♦ Demonstrate acquired skills through competent writing, speech and other means ♦ Communicate point of view with respect and sensitivity to others In order to: Develop in students a tolerance, appreciation, respect, and acceptance of cultures – their own as well as those of others Students will: ♦ Gain a knowledge of the history and culture of people around the world ♦ Become aware of cultural differences and contributions ♦ Articulate the impact of intolerance and disrespect In order to: Develop social and personal skills that will enable students to be responsible citizens, family members and workers Students will: ♦ Develop and exhibit respect for each other during times of interaction ♦ Examine and analyze situations in which a person’s actions have had an impact on the larger community ♦ Demonstrate an ability to work effectively as a member of a team

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Rio Cazadero High School Bell Schedule 2021-2022

Monday Schedule

Tuesday – Friday Schedule

Period Time 1 8:30 – 9:10 Transition 9:10 – 9:20 2 9:20 – 10:00 Transition 10:00 – 10:10 Advocacy 10:10 – 10:30 Transition 10:30 – 10:40 3 10:40 – 11:20 Transition 11:20 – 11:30 Lunch 11:30 – 12:00 4 12:00 – 12:40 Dismissal 12:40

Period Time 1 8:30 – 9:40 Transition 9:40 – 9:50 2 9:50 – 11:00 Transition 11:00 – 11:10 Lunch 11:10 – 11:40 3 11:40 – 12:50 Transition 12:50 – 1:00 4 1:00 – 2:10 Dismissal 2:10

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Table of Contents Principal’s Letter ........................................................................................................... 5 EGUSD Board of Education .......................................................................................... 6 EGUSD District Administration ................................................................................... 6 Rio Cazadero High School Staff..................................................................................... 6 Admissions ..................................................................................................................... 7 Visitors ........................................................................................................................... 7 Schedule ......................................................................................................................... 7 Requests for Records...................................................................................................... 7 Attendance .................................................................................................................... 8 Credit ............................................................................................................................ 8 Special Projects .............................................................................................................. 8 Advanced Education ...................................................................................................... 9 Grades & Credits .......................................................................................................... 9 Student ID Cards ........................................................................................................... 9 Medication...................................................................................................................... 9 Continuation Grading Policy ......................................................................................... 9 Academic Code of Conduct ........................................................................................... 9 Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS) ......................................................... 10 Adult Students ............................................................................................................. 11 Diplomas/Graduation ................................................................................................. 11 Returning to a Comprehensive High School ............................................................... 11 Graduation Requirements ........................................................................................... 11 Rio Cazadero High School Behavior Expectations ..................................................... 12 Dress Code .................................................................................................................. 13 Eligibility to Participate .............................................................................................. 14 Prohibition of Possession and Use of Tobacco and Nicotine Products ....................... 14 Prohibition of Discrimination, Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying, and Related Complaint Procedures ............................................................................. 14 Uniform Complaint Procedures ................................................................................... 15 Challenging Student Records ...................................................................................... 16 ESSA Parents Right to Know ...................................................................................... 16 Accessibility Statement ............................................................................................... 17 Title 1, Part A School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Policy ........................ 17 Invitation to Participate: Title I Parental Involvement & Annual Parent Meeting . 21 Title I School-Parent Compact .................................................................................... 22 The Curriculum ........................................................................................................... 25 What If’s for Students ................................................................................................ 26 What If’s for Parents.................................................................................................... 26 Sample Behavior Contract .......................................................................................... 28 Multimedia Access Information .................................................................................. 28 School Accountability Report Card ............................................................................. 29 Graduate Profile .......................................................................................................... 30 Student Discipline ....................................................................................................... 31 Opt-Out Form

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Welcome to Rio Cazadero High School. Rio Cazadero High School is a continuation

high school in the Elk Grove Unified School District and generally serves students who

are behind in the credits needed to graduate. Since we are a small school (less than

200 students), we are able to provide an atmosphere which may feel more personal and

flexible and allows us to focus on individual student needs in a safe environment.

Rio Cazadero High School has a strong academic tradition and the program is designed

to challenge students. Rio Cazadero High School is accredited through the Western

Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The academic program is aligned with

the standards and expectations of the Elk Grove Unified School District and the State of

California.

The program at Rio Cazadero High School helps to provide the support and assistance

required for gaining the skills and knowledge that will enable students to be successful in

school and beyond. Each student who attends Rio Cazadero High School is assigned an

Advocacy teacher who is there to assist the student and provide guidance. To further

help students, the school provides a strong network of other supports for academic and

personal needs to help all students be successful.

The staff at Rio Cazadero High School is here to assist students and parents in

achieving their academic and personal goals. Please feel free to contact me if you have

any questions.

Doug Wendle Principal

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EGUSD Board of Education Beth Albiani

Nancy Chaires Espinoza Carmine S. Forcina

Gina Jamerson Dr. Crystal Martinez-Alire

Anthony “Tony” Perez Sean J. Yang

EGUSD Administration

Christopher R. Hoffman, Superintendent Mark Cerutti, Deputy Superintendent, Education Services and Schools

Craig Murray, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, Secondary Education Amy Besler, Ed.D., Director, Secondary Education John Dixon, Ed.D., Director, Secondary Education

TBD., Director, Secondary Education Jane Ross, Director, College and Career Connections

Rio Cazadero High School Staff Administration/Counseling Doug Wendle .................................................................................................... Principal Donna McGee ............................................................................................ Vice Principal Cynthia Cortes ................................................................................................ Counselor Linda Gordon ...................................................................................... PBIS Coordinator Teaching Staff John Archie .......................................................... CTE – Video Production, Technology Darrell Goolsby .................................................................................. CTE - Phlebotomy Janai Gordon............................................................................. English, Social Sciences Lieu Huynh ...................................................................................................... Art, Math Katabe Katabe ......................................................................................... Social Sciences Aaron Lombardi ........................................................................................ Social Studies Juanita Pietersen ................................................................................................. Science Sarah Pulse ........................................................................................... Strategies, Math Steve Stetson ...................................................................................................... English Lucy Stewart ........................................................................................................... Math Linda Suh ............................................................................................................ English Support Staff Diane Araiza ..................................................................................................... Registrar Yvette Jackson ............................................................................ Program Implementer Charlea Carey ................................................................................. Campus Supervisor Anabela Correia ............................................................................................. Custodian TBD ........................................................................................................... Para-educator Jane Edel ............... ....................................................................................... Psychologist Cindy Gilgun. . ................................................................................................... Secretary Gayle Silvey ............................................................................................ Data Processor

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Admissions Students attending Rio Cazadero High School are generally in 11th or 12th grade and are referred by a comprehensive high school. Families wishing to enroll a student in the school may contact the school office at (916) 422-3058 for further enrollment information. Visitors Rio Cazadero High School welcomes parents and community members to visit the school and encourages them to contact the school in advance to make sure the person(s) that they wish to see will be available. All visitors must check in with the school office upon arrival. It is the desire of the school to share our program with others and, at the same time, to minimize disruption of instruction. Student age visitors are not permitted. Schedule Monday Schedule

Tuesday – Friday Schedule Requests for Records To request academic or attendance records a “Rio Cazadero Office Request” must be completed. Allow 1-2 business days to receive the completed request. Verification of enrollment status requires students to be enrolled and attending for at least 2 weeks as per the Voluntary Transfer Agreement. Another option is to email a request with Legal Name, Date of Birth, picture of your Photo ID and where to send transcripts to the registrar. Attendance For many students who have not been successful in school, attendance is a major factor. We encourage students, families and staff to work together and make a concerted effort to

Period Time 1 8:30 – 9:10 Transition 9:10 – 9:20 2 9:20 – 10:00 Transition 10:00 – 10:10 Advocacy 10:10 – 10:30 Transition 10:30 – 10:40 3 10:40 – 11:20 Transition 11:20 – 11:30 Lunch 11:30 – 12:00 4 12:00 – 12:40 Dismissal 12:40

Period Time 1 8:30 – 9:40 Transition 9:40 – 9:50 2 9:50 – 11:00 Transition 11:00 – 11:10 Lunch 11:10 – 11:40 3 11:40 – 12:50 Transition 12:50 – 1:00 4 1:00 – 2:10 Dismissal 2:10

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improve student attendance. Good attendance is important not only to be successful at school, but to ensure success beyond school. In order to remain eligible for enrollment at Rio Cazadero High School, students are expected to maintain at least 90% actual attendance. Actual attendance refers to the student being present and does not include excused absences. Students must get absences excused by note or a phone call from a parent or guardian. Students who need to check out before the scheduled end of their school day will need to arrange permission in the office and verification from the parent, guardian or emergency contact. Parents will be notified about students with poor attendance. If the problem continues, a conference will be scheduled and a plan will be developed to improve the situation. Credit The maximum credit that can be earned in a semester by any student is 45 for a total of 90 credits in one year or 50 per semester/100 a year for students in 12th grade. Credits are earned by passing classes with a grade of “D” or better. Students who enter later in the term may qualify for partial credit. Special Projects Students with good attendance may earn credit for projects outside regular classes. Credits earned through any combination of special projects are not to exceed 10 credits or to exceed credit earned in regular courses. THE PRINCIPAL MUST APPROVE ALL SPECIAL PROJECTS IN ADVANCE. If there is a timesheet involved, it must be signed by the parent/guardian, coach, or adult supervisor. Projects may include: 1. Career Exploration Projects: Credit may be awarded for career exploration when participating in programs or

activities that do not qualify for regular work experience. These activities need to help students connect school to the world of work.

2. Community Service Projects: Credit may be awarded for service which benefits the greater community such as

volunteering at a community organization or coaching youth sports. 3. Physical Education Projects: Credit may be awarded for supervised non-school activities including sports, regular

gym workouts, and classes. All PE projects must be signed off by the Principal every month and need to be signed by a coach, instructor, gym manager or another approved adult supervisor.

Advanced Education Students who are enrolled at Rio Cazadero High School may also be enrolled and receive credits through other programs including Community College, Career Technical Education (CTE) and Work Experience. Students and parents should be aware that credits earned in

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these programs are still subject to the maximum credit allowance. All coursework needs prior approval by the principal. Grades & Credits Grades are important and reflect the quality of student work. However, credit is the primary indication of student progress. A student has the opportunity to earn 20 or more credits each term. Student ID Cards Student photos are taken at the beginning of each school year or when new students begin classes and students are issued ID cards. Students should carry their ID cards while in school. ID cards are used for textbook checkout and obtaining lunch. Lost or damaged ID cards must be replaced. A replacement card is $5.00 and available in the office. Medication Please be aware that no medication (prescription or non-prescription) can be dispensed to students or allowed on the school site without the appropriate form being completed by your student’s doctor and on file in our office. A new medication form must be submitted each school year. Students requiring medication at school shall be identified to the school by the parent/guardian and physician. All student medication must be in the original container and kept securely locked in the office. Students may not carry any medication (prescription or over-the counter) with them on campus. Grading Policy Grades and credits are earned by students based on satisfactorily meeting course objectives. Teachers will base grades on student coursework and assessments. Questions or disputes regarding grades should first be discussed with the classroom teacher.

Grade Standards A Excellent academic performance B Good academic performance C Average academic performance D Minimum academic performance P Pass; acceptable academic performance when a letter grade is inappropriate for the

course NP No Pass; unacceptable academic performance I Incomplete; given at the discretion of the teacher for work in progress Academic Code of Conduct The staff of Rio Cazadero High School expects the highest standards of honesty and fairness from all students. Promoting the ideals of education, responsibility and self-discipline are essential. Therefore, to protect everyone’s right to a fair and meaningful evaluation, this ACADEMIC CODE OF CONDUCT has been adopted. • A student who exhibits any behavior that in the judgment of the teacher indicates dishonesty

while taking an examination or quiz may receive no credit for that exercise and it may not be made up.

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• A student who copies an assignment from another student may receive no credit for that assignment, and the student who allows an assignment to be copied may also receive no credit.

• A student who takes another student’s written assignment or project without permission may receive no credit for that assignment and may face discipline under the provisions for theft in the student discipline policy.

• A student who displays unethical behavior such as plagiarism or cheating, and/or is involved in any other activity for the purpose of cheating, altering, or falsifying records, removing or copying of any materials (student, teacher, or other), etc., may be disciplined as follows:

A. A student enrolled in the course in which the infraction occurred may receive no credit for the assignment/examination for which the infraction takes place. The student may also be suspended. In addition, the infraction may affect any awards or honors the student may receive. This will be at the discretion of the principal.

B. A student NOT enrolled in a course, however, who is involved in such an infraction, may be disciplined in accordance with the student discipline policy.

Any unauthorized person who electronically adds, alters, damages, deletes, or destroys any data, including grades, attendance and/or discipline history, or who knowingly allows another person to engage in such conduct, is subject to suspension, expulsion, and arrest. (E.C. 48900 (f), E.C. 48900 (g), and Penal Code 502.) The above code has been approved for use at schools in the Secondary Division of the EGUSD. For questions or comments, please contact the Principal at the school or the office of Secondary Education at 686-7706.

Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS) Rio Cazadero High School has adopted the PBIS program which utilizes a positive school wide behavior model. Respect Integrity Own It is our motto. Students, teachers and staff are expected to: Respect Use your manners Check your voice volume level

Enter and exit quietly Respect the diversity of others Use school appropriate language Be mindful of personal possessions Be considerate of others Greet others

Integrity Do your OWN personal best work Attend daily, on time and ready to learn Know and follow classroom expectations Pick up after yourself

Own It Accept responsibility for your behavior Manage your time Be an advocate for yourself Be an active learner

Be involved in your grad plan Be mindful of others’ personal space Adult Students Students who are 18 or older are still allowed to remain enrolled at Rio Cazadero High School as long as they are productive, have good attendance and demonstrate appropriate

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behavior. Students who have completed four years of high school may be allowed to return for a fifth year with the permission of the principal. Diplomas/Graduation The program at Rio Cazadero High School is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and graduates receive a regular EGUSD high school diploma that reads “Rio Cazadero High School.” Rio Cazadero High School has a very nice graduation ceremony that celebrates the achievements of each student. Per Board Policy 5127, the Graduation Ceremony is considered a privilege reserved for students who have completed all graduation requirements and who agree to abide by school and district rules. The principal shall determine whether or not a student is eligible for the privilege of participation. Returning to a Comprehensive High School Most students who come to Rio Cazadero High School do so with the intention of graduating with us. Some students may wish to return to their original high school and should work with a counselor at that school to receive a detailed plan which identifies what is needed in order for the student to return. Since students are generally referred to the school for being behind in credits and the graduation requirements are somewhat different, students should be aware that it may be difficult and, in some cases impossible, to successfully make up the difference and return. It is Rio Cazadero High School’s goal to assist students in getting the best education possible and practical, whether it is here, at the originating school or through other educational options. Graduation Requirements A total of 220 credits are required to graduate. Class standing is determined by the year that the student entered high school. All students are also required to demonstrate proficiency in technology and speech. All students must earn 10 credits of Math in 12th grade, even if they have already satisfied the Math credit requirement. E.G.U.S.D. Continuation H.S. requirements: English ......................................................................................................................... 40 World History .............................................................................................................. 10 US History .................................................................................................................. 10 US Government (Senior year) ...................................................................................... 5 Economics (Senior year) ............................................................................................... 5 Physical Education ..................................................................................................... 20 Math ........................................................................................................................... 30

Math 1 ............................................................................................................ (10) Life Science .................................................................................................................. 10 Physical Science ........................................................................................................... 10 World Language or Fine Arts ...................................................................................... 10 Health ............................................................................................................................. 5 Geography ..................................................................................................................... 5 Electives ............................................................................................................. Variable E.G.U.S.D Comprehensive H.S. requirements: In addition to the above, students graduating from comprehensive high schools will need to complete either 40 credits in math and 20 in science or 30 credits in math and 30 in science

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plus 10 credits in foreign language and 10 credits in fine arts or 20 credits in foreign language. Rio Cazadero High School Behavior Expectations

1. Attend classes on time and maintain good attendance (at least 90%).

2. Follow all District and school rules.

3. Students must have written permission to be on a campus other than Rio Cazadero High School. STUDENTS ARE NOT TO BE ON OR ABOUT ANY OTHER SCHOOL CAMPUS WITHOUT PERMISSION.

4. Demonstrate respect for yourself and others. Harassment (sexual, racial, ethnic, etc.) is not tolerated.

5. Use appropriate language.

6. Cooperate with teachers and staff. Remain in class until dismissed by the teacher.

7. Dress appropriately for school.

8. Come to school “clean” of all drugs, including alcohol. Students are not to be in possession of drugs, alcohol or paraphernalia associated with those items.

9. Drive safely. Students must have a valid driver’s license to drive to school. Students are not to go to their cars without a pass.

10. Smoking and/or vaping are not allowed.

11. Rio Cazadero High School is a closed campus. Students who leave during their scheduled day MUST check out in the office.

12. Loitering on Bamford Drive is not allowed BEFORE, DURING OR AFTER SCHOOL.

13. Upon arriving at school, the student MUST GO IMMEDIATELY to the quad area.

14. CELL PHONES CAN BE USED BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL, AND DURING BREAKS. THEY ARE NOT TO BE USED OR HEARD DURING CLASS TIME UNLESS DIRECTED BY THE TEACHER. School administration will not be responsible for the loss or theft on any electronic devices nor will they investigate theft or damage claims. Pursuant to California Education Code Section 51512, the use of any electronic listening or recording device in an educational setting without prior consent of the teacher and/or the principal is prohibited. Any pupil violating this section will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.

15. Students are prohibited from having weapons or dangerous objects (or items that resemble them).

16. FIGHTING IS NOT TOLERATED. All students are expected to seek nonviolent solutions to problems.

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Dress Code Parents or guardians have the primary responsibility for appropriate standards of dress and grooming. However, as an educational entity, the Secondary Division of the Elk Grove Unified School District has the responsibility to establish and maintain standards of dress and grooming that support a positive, appropriate, and safe learning and teaching environment. The purpose of a dress and grooming code is to facilitate education, not to inhibit any person’s taste in attire or appearance. Students should be clean and neatly dressed in a manner that will be appropriate to the school setting, not hazardous to the health and safety of the students, and not disruptive or distracting from the educational program of the school. In addition, no articles of clothing, apparel or school materials, including hats, backpacks, and binders, may have pictures, printing, or writing that is crude, vulgar, profane, sexually suggestive, racially, ethnically, or religiously intolerant, that contain images of weapons, tobacco, drugs and/or alcohol, or which the school’s administration reasonably predicts will disrupt the learning environment. Specifically, the students at Rio Cazadero High School are expected to abide by the following dress code: 1. PANTS, SHORTS, SKIRTS: · No undergarments showing · No holes, rips or frays higher than mid-thigh. · No “sagging pants” · No “short shorts” or “short skirts.” Shorts, skirts and dresses must not be shorter than mid-thigh. · No pajamas except for flannel pajama bottoms during designated spirit days · Belts must be tucked around the waist. 2. TOPS, SHIRTS, BLOUSES: · No undergarments showing (including clear bra straps) · No bare midriffs: tops must completely cover the skin and overlap the waistband of pants, shorts, or skirts. When arms are raised above the student’s head, if the garment does not fall naturally below the midriff area, the student is in violation.

· No low cut tops · No “see-through” or fishnet fabrics · No halter tops, strapless tops, off the shoulder tops, or bra-like tops · No muscle shirts 4. HAT/HEAD COVERING POLICY: The Elk Grove Unified School District allows students to wear certain types of hats on campus to protect them from damage caused by exposure to the sun. Bandanas are not permitted on campus.

Please note that teachers may prohibit the wearing of hats within their individual classrooms as consistent with their respective classroom policies. Students failing to comply with the dress code will be given a chance to comply and may be asked to call their parents or guardians to bring a change of clothing. They may have inappropriate items confiscated, or in the case of repeated violations, may be subject to progressive disciplinary consequences.

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Eligibility to Participate Students who wish to participate in sports, field trips or special events are expected to have good attendance and absences are to be excused and should be made up. Students must also be productive and exhibit good behavior in classes. Students must attend ALL classes the day following a game or special event in order to be eligible to participate in the next event. An excused absence will NOT make the person eligible. In other words, if the student misses classes the day following a game or event, even due to illness, they will not be eligible to participate in the next game or event. The student must also attend all classes the day of the event up until the scheduled departure time. Eligibility for all activities is decided by the staff based on the above criteria.

Prohibition on Possession and Use of Tobacco and Nicotine Products District policy and the Education Code prohibit the possession, use, manufacture, distribution, or dispensing of tobacco and nicotine products at school or during school related activities. The District defines “tobacco and nicotine products” as a lighted or unlighted cigarette, cigar, pipe or other smoking product or material, smokeless tobacco in any form, and electronic cigarettes. “Electronic cigarettes” are defined as battery-operated or other electronic products designed to deliver nicotine, flavor, and other chemicals by turning the substance into a vapor that is inhaled by the user, including, but not limited to electronic vaping devices, personal vaporizers, digital vapor devices, electronic nicotine delivery systems, and hookah pens. Students determined to have used or to be in possession of tobacco or nicotine products at school or school related activities may be subject to discipline under District policy, Education Code 48900(h), and/or other applicable laws. Students determined to have used or to be in possession of products at school or school related activities that can be used to consume and/or use tobacco or nicotine products, including but not limited to “electronic cigarettes” as defined above, but which do not contain tobacco, nicotine, or any other controlled substance, may be subject to discipline under District policy, Education Code 48900(k)(1), and/or other applicable laws. [E.C. 48901] Prohibition of Discrimination, Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying, and Related Complaint Procedures District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, including harassment, intimidation and bullying based on a student’s actual or perceived disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital or parental status, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The district has a policy of nondiscrimination in accordance with federal law and Title IX, and also prohibits sexual harassment of or by any student or by anyone in or from the district. More detailed information regarding the district’s prohibition of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying or the prohibition against sexual harassment is contained in the district’s Parent & Student Handbook and is also available on the district’s website. Parents, students and staff should immediately report incidents of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying or sexual harassment to the Principal or designee. Students, parents, guardians or any other individuals having questions or concerns or who may wish to file a complaint are urged to first contact the Principal or designee, but if your

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concerns are not resolved, you may also contact the Associate Superintendent for Human Resources, at (916) 686-7795, for matters involving a potential complaint or concern regarding a district employee. You may contact the Associate Superintendent for Pre-K-6 Education, at (916) 686-7704 regarding a potential complaint or concern related to a PreK- 6 student (or students); and you may contact the Associate Superintendent for Secondary Education, at (916) 686-7706, regarding a potential complaint or concern related to a student (or students) in grades 7-12. No one shall be retaliated against for reporting any incident of alleged discrimination or harassment, and complainants’ identities will be kept confidential to the extent practical in the course of investigating the incidents of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying or sexual harassment. Pursuant to California Education Code 221.5, a pupil shall be permitted to participate in sex-segregated school programs and activities, including athletic teams and competitions, and use facilities consistent with his or her gender identity, irrespective of the gender listed on the pupil’s records. Questions regarding the foregoing rights shall be directed to your Principal or Vice Principal. Uniform Complaint Procedures The Elk Grove Unified School District has the primary responsibility to insure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations and has established procedures to address allegations of unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying, complaints alleging violation of state or federal laws governing educational programs, and complaints alleging the district’s failure to comply with the prohibition against requiring students to pay fees, deposits, or other charges for participation in educational activities. The district shall use the uniform complaint procedures to resolve any complaint alleging unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in district programs and activities based on actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Penal Code 422.55, or Government Code 11135, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Uniform complaint procedures shall also be used to address any complaint alleging the district's failure to comply with the prohibition against requiring students to pay fees, deposits, or other charges for participation in educational activities, the requirements for the development and adoption of a school safety plan, and state and/or federal laws in adult education programs, consolidated categorical aid programs, migrant education, career technical and technical education and training programs, child care and development programs, child nutrition programs, special education programs, homeless education, foster youth services, reasonable accommodation for a lactating student on a school campus, assignment of a student to a course without educational content for more than a week in one semester or to a course the student has previously completed, noncompliance with the physical education instructional minutes for students in elementary school, alleged retaliation against a complainant or other participant in the complaint process or anyone who has acted to uncover or report a violation subject to this policy, and noncompliance with the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).

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More detailed information regarding the Uniform Complaint Procedures, including the timeline for resolving complaints and the complaint appeal process, is contained in the district’s Parent & Student Handbook. If you have questions regarding the Uniform Complaint Procedures, you can contact the district’s Legal Compliance Specialist in Human Resources at (916) 686-7795. Challenging Student Records Procedures for Challenging Records The custodial parent/guardian of any student may submit to the Superintendent or designee a written request to correct or remove from his/her child's records any information concerning the child which he/she alleges to be any of the following: (Education Code Section 49070; 34 CFR 99.20) 1. Inaccurate 2. An unsubstantiated personal conclusion or inference 3. A conclusion or inference outside of the observer's area of competence 4. Not based on the personal observation of a named person with the time and place of the observation noted 5. Misleading 6. In violation of the privacy or other rights of the student (cf. 5121 - Grades/Evaluation of Student Achievement) (cf. 5125 - Student Records) Any student who is 19 years of age or attends a postsecondary institution shall have the sole right to challenge the contents of his/her records in accordance with the following procedures. (Education Code 49061, 49063) Within 30 days of receiving a request to correct or remove information from a record, the Superintendent or designee shall meet with the parent/guardian and with the district employee who recorded that information. (Education Code Section 49070) If the challenge involves a student’s grade, the teacher who gave the grade shall be given an opportunity to state orally, and/or in writing, the reasons for which the grade was given. In the absence of clerical or mechanical error, fraud, bad faith or incompetency, the student's grade as determined by the teacher shall be final. (Education Code Section 49066) (cf. 5121 - Grades/Evaluation of Student Achievement) Resolution of Challenge/Appeals After considering all relevant information, the Superintendent or designee shall sustain or deny the parent/guardian's allegations. (Education Code 49070). If the Superintendent or designee denies the allegations, the parent/guardian may, within 30 days, appeal the decision in writing to the Governing Board. (Education Code Section 49070) ESSA Parents Right to Know The Elk Grove Unified School District is very proud of the performance of students in our schools, and we commend you, the parents, for your excellent support of academic achievement. The ESSA, “Every Student Succeeds Act,” requires that parents, upon request, should be informed about the qualifications of their children’s teachers.

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As a parent, you have the right to request the following information regarding the professional qualifications of your child’s teacher:

1. The college degree major of your child’s teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held;

2. Whether the State of California has licensed or qualified your child’s teacher for the grade level and subjects taught;

3. Whether your child’s teacher is teaching with an emergency credential; 4. Whether your child is provided services by paraprofessionals, and if so, their

qualifications. Information about the teacher’s qualifications can be obtained by requesting it (in writing) from the school office. Accessibility Statement Rio Cazadero High School welcomes those with disabilities to participate fully in the programs, services and activities offered to students, parents, guardians and members of the public. If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in any program, service or activity offered to you, please contact Doug Wendle at least 48 hours before the scheduled event so that we may make every reasonable effort to accommodate you. [Government Code Section 54953.2; Americans with Disabilities Act of 2090, Section 202 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132).]

Title I, Part A School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Policy 2021-2022

This policy describes the means for carrying out designated Title I, Part A parent and family engagement requirements pursuant to ESSA Section 1116(c).

To involve parents in the Title I, Part A programs, the following practices have been established:

• The school and parents will jointly develop a School Parental Involvement Policy for distribution to parents of participating children.

• The school will distribute the School Parental Involvement Policy in an understandable and uniform format, and, to the extent practicable, in a language the parents can understand.

• The school will make the School Parental Involvement Policy available to the local community.

• The school will periodically update the School Parental Involvement Policy to meet the changing needs of parents and the school.

• The school will adopt the school-parent compact as a component of its School Parental Involvement Policy.

In carrying out the Title I, Part A parental involvement requirements, to the extent practicable, the school will provide full opportunities for the participation of parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory children.

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The school agrees to be governed by the following statutory definition of parental involvement, and will carry out programs, activities, and procedures in accordance with this definition:

Parental involvement means the participation of parents in regular, two-way, and meaningful communication involving student academic learning and other school activities, including ensuring—

(A) that parents play an integral role in assisting their child’s learning; (B) that parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child’s education at school; (C) that parents are full partners in their child’s education and are included, as appropriate, in decision-making and on advisory committees to assist in the education of their child; (D) the carrying out of other activities, such as those described in section 1118 of the ESEA. The school involves parents of Title I, Part A students in an organized, ongoing, and timely way, in the planning, review, and improvement of the school’s Title I, Part A programs and the Title I, Part A parent involvement policy (ESSA Section 1116[c][3]).

Rio Cazadero High School will take the following actions to involve parents in the joint development and agreement of its School Parental Involvement Policy and its schoolwide plan in an organized, ongoing, and timely manner.

• All students, parents, staff and community members are invited to any School Site Council or Title 1 meeting to contribute to the development and review of the schoolwide plan. Due to the nature of enrollment at the school, the plan may be reviewed and revised at any point during the school year to enhance school parent involvement.

• The principal will coordinate with the School Site Council Chair to establish how the policy is developed to meet the needs of the Rio Cazadero community and to ensure that the policy is implemented.

• Parent and student surveys will be administered by Research and Evaluation, and the results reviewed for possible policy revisions. Additional surveys may be administered and reviewed as determined by the School Site Council.

• Persons with contributions and/or feedback may also contact the principal at any point throughout the year.

Rio Cazadero High School will take the following actions to distribute to parents and the local community, the School Parental Involvement Policy.

• The Rio Cazadero High School Parental Involvement Policy will be published in the school Parent/Student Handbook, which is posted on the school website and made available in the school office. It will also be provided to all new students and their families.

Rio Cazadero High School will update periodically its School Parental Involvement Policy to meet the changing needs of parents and the school.

• In addition to regularly scheduled School Site Council meetings, the school may schedule additional meetings to review and update the School Parental Involvement Policy as warranted.

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The school convenes an annual meeting to inform parents about Title I, Part A requirements and about the right of parents to be involved in the Title I, Part A program (ESSA Section 1116[c][1]).

Rio Cazadero High School will convene an annual meeting to inform parents of the following:

• That their child’s school participates in Title I, • About the requirements of Title I, • Of their rights to be involved, • The meeting will be held and parents will be encouraged to attend by September 9,

2021.

The annual meeting will be held immediately prior to the school’s Back To School Night. Parents who are unable to attend are encouraged to communicate with school administration to be informed about Title 1 and how they can be involved.

The school offers a flexible number of meetings for Title I, Part A parents, such as meetings in the morning or evening (ESSA Section 1116[c][2]).

Rio Cazadero High School will hold a flexible number of meetings at varying times, and may provide transportation, child care, and/or home visits, paid for with Title I funding as long as these services relate to parental involvement.

• The school will use a variety of methods to communicate when these meetings will be held, including phone, text and email messaging services and posting the information on the school website.

The school provides parents of Title I, Part A students with timely information about Title I, Part A programs (ESSA Section 1116[c)(4][A]).

Rio Cazadero High School will provide timely information about Title I programs to parents, including but not limited to the following:

• Back to School Night • Open House • School Site Council (open to all) • English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC)

Rio Cazadero High School will provide to parents a description and explanation of the curriculum in use at the school, the forms of academic assessment used to measure student progress, and the proficiency levels students are expected to meet(ESSA Section 1116[c][4][B]).

• Back to School Night • Open House • EGUSD Website • Alternative Education Course Catalog

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If requested by parents of Title I, Part A students, the school provides opportunities for regular meetings that allow the parents to participate in decisions relating to the education of their children (ESSA Section 1116[c][4][C]).

Rio Cazadero High School will provide parents, if requested, opportunities for regular meetings to formulate suggestions and to participate, as appropriate, in decisions relating to the education of their children, and respond to any such suggestions as soon as practicably possible.

• Back to School Night • Open House • School Site Council (open to all) • English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC)

This School-Level Parent and Family Engagement Policy has been developed jointly with, updated periodically, and agreed on with parents of children participating in Title I, Part A programs, as evidenced by:

Rio Cazadero High School’s Parent and Family Engagement Policy was reviewed and updated at least annually during the site Title 1 Parent Meeting on September 9, 2021. Any revisions to the policy will be adopted by the School Site Council at the next meeting. Additional opportunities for changes in the policy will coincide with meetings of the School Site Council.

If the schoolwide program plan is not satisfactory to the parents of the participating children, submit any parent comments on the plan when the school makes the plan available to the LEA.

This policy was adopted by Rio Cazadero High School on September 9, 2021 and will be in effect for the period of one school year.

The school will distribute the policy to all parents of students participating in the Title I, Part A program on or before September 9, 2021, upon enrollment and at the beginning of each school year in the parent handbook.

_______________________________ _______________________________

(Signature of Administrator) (Signature of Parent Representative)

______________________________ ________________________________

(Date) (Date)

California Department of Education March 2018

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INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE: TITLE I PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AND ANNUAL PARENT MEETING Dear Title I Parent or Guardian: Your child’s academic success is directly related to your involvement in his or her education and communication with our staff. By working together, we can provide the best possible educational experience for your child. Your child currently receives or is eligible to receive Title I services. We would like to invite you to a meeting to discuss our Parent Involvement Policy and parent involvement programs as they relate to Title I parent involvement strategies, activities, and services specific to Title I instructional programs for students who are in need of additional academic assistance. At this meeting, we will also explain the requirements of Title I and provide a description of all services related to school and parent activities, including: Our curriculum, assessments, and proficiency levels students are expected to attain; Inform you of the services available to eligible students and parents; Review and evaluate those Title I services, our School-Parent Compact, Site LCAP; Seek suggestions for improving student academic achievement, Adequate Yearly Progress, and parent

involvement at our school; and Explaining your right to be involved in classrooms, and/or to be represented on the School Site Council,

and to partner with other organizations.

At School Site Council meetings throughout the year, we will continue discussing the Title I Program and additional topics related to your child’s education and parent involvement. Please join us in this worthwhile meeting. If you would like additional information, please contact Doug Wendle at (916) 422-3058. Sincerely,

Principal Rio Cazadero HS welcomes those with disabilities to participate fully in the programs, services and activities offered to students, parents, guardians and members of the public. If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in any program, service or activity offered to you, please contact Doug Wendle at (916) 422-3058 at least 48 hours before the scheduled event so that we may make every reasonable effort to accommodate you. [Government Code Section 54953.2; Americans with Disabilities Act of 2090, Section 202 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132).]

We will hold our annual meeting on via Zoom September 9, 2021 at Rio Cazadero High School. Please notify the school in advance if childcare will be needed.

Rio Cazadero High School 7825 Grandstaff Drive Sacramento, CA 95823 (916) 422-3058 (916) 422-0604 fax

Doug Wendle

Principal [email protected]

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School-Parent Compact

2021-2022 The school distributes to parents of Title I, Part A students, a school-parent compact (Compact). The Compact, which has been jointly developed with parents, outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement. The Compact describes specific ways the school and families will partner to help children achieve the state’s high academic standards. The Compact addresses the following legally required items, as well as other items suggested by parents of Title I, Part A students:

• The school’s responsibility to provide high-quality curriculum and instruction (ESSA Section 1116[d][1]). • The ways parents will be responsible for supporting their children’s learning (ESSA Section 1116[d][1]). • The importance of ongoing communication between parents and teachers through, at a minimum, annual parent-teacher conferences; frequent reports on student progress; access to staff; opportunities for parents to volunteer and participate in their child’s class; and opportunities to observe classroom activities (ESSA Section 1116[d][2]).

Rio Cazadero High School and the parents of the students participating in activities, services, and programs funded by Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) agree that this compact outlines how the parents, the school staff, and the students will develop a partnership to share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement. As part of this Compact, the principal and school staff agree to:

1. Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment that enables the participating children to meet the State’s student academic achievement standards as follows:

• Assign each student to a “Contract” (advising) teacher to develop a personal instructional path for the student. • Provide instruction that supports student achievement and is responsive to the individual learning needs of the students. • Schedule students into classes that will help students achieve their goals. • Ensure that teachers receive appropriate professional development to support increased student learning.

The school engages Title I, Part A parents in meaningful interactions with the school. The Compact supports a partnership among staff, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement. To help reach these goals, the school has established the following practices: The school provides Title I, Part A parents with assistance in understanding the state’s academic content standards, assessments, and how to monitor and improve the achievement of their children (ESSA Section 1116[e][1]).

Hold parent-teacher conferences during which this compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual child’s achievement.

• All students and parents begin at Rio Cazadero High School with an intake conference with a school administrator or counselor. Each student is placed with an Advocacy teacher to provide personalized support. Parents, students, teachers, counselors or administration may request a parent conference to discuss the individual student’s achievement or other matters. • The counselor and administration will work with teachers to provide information to parents regarding the state’s academic content standards and assessments.

Provide parents with frequent reports on their children’s progress.

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• Parents will receive quarterly reports about their child’s progress. Rio Cazadero High School staff will work with parents to ensure that they are able to access information about the student’s progress through the student information systems offered by ParentVUE through Synergy.

Provide parents reasonable access to staff. • Parents can reach Rio Cazadero High School staff members through the school phone number (916)422-3058 or by email. Parents can also communicate with teachers through ParentVUE.

Provide parents opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class, and to observe classroom activities.

• Talk with Rio Cazadero High School administration about opportunities to support your student in the classroom

The school provides Title I, Part A parents with materials and training to help them work with their children to improve their children's achievement (ESSA Section 1116[e][2]).

• The Rio Cazadero High School counselor is available to work with parents individually to train them and help them work with their child. Site staff will also assist parents with accessing ParentVUE to increase awareness about their child’s progress and requirements and to facilitate communication. • Rio Cazadero High School will schedule sessions to provide materials and train parents, using school staff and community resources.

With the assistance of Title I, Part A parents, the school educates staff members in the value of parent contributions, and in how to work with parents as equal partners (ESSA Section 1116[e][3]).

The Rio Cazadero High School administration will coordinate with site, district and community resources to train staff members in working with parents as equal partners in their child’s education. The training will include components in the value of involving parents and techniques to increase understanding and foster a positive relationship between teachers and student families.

The school coordinates and integrates the Title I, Part A parental involvement program with other programs, and conducts other activities, such as parent resource centers, to encourage and support parents in more fully participating in the education of their children (ESSA Section 1116[e][4]).

• The Rio Cazadero High School administration will coordinate with site, district and community resources to encourage and support parents and families in more fully participate in their child’s education.

The school distributes Information related to school and parent programs, meetings, and other activities to Title I, Part A parents in a format and language that the parents understand (ESSA Section 1116[e][5]).

• Rio Cazadero High School provides information regarding school and parent programs, meetings and other activities in a variety of formats and makes information available to parents. School staff hand out informational flyers prior to the events and they are posted on the school website.

The school provides support for parental involvement activities requested by Title I, Part A parents (ESSA Section 1116[e][14]).

• Rio Cazadero High School is responsive to requests for activities from parents and family members. As an example, the school is working collaboratively with other EGUSD Alternative Schools to provide a program to help parents support their student with college and career planning.

The school provides opportunities for the participation of all Title I, Part A parents, including parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory students. Information and school reports are provided in a format and language that parents understand (ESSA Section 1116[f]).

• Rio Cazadero High School is committed to providing opportunities for all parents and families to participate in school activities. Information and school reports are provided in English and Spanish and the EL Coordinator works with EGUSD resources to engage support for families of other languages. All meetings are held in venues that are accessible. The nature of the program at the school is very supportive of migratory students and their families.

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Responsibilities of the Teachers: The teachers agree to the following responsibilities to increase parent engagement and address the importance of communication between teacher and parents on an ongoing basis through:

The teachers and staff at Rio Cazadero High School are committed to participating in parent/student/teacher conferences to increase the success of the students. Interested individuals should contact the school office at (916)422-3058 to schedule the conference. • The teachers and staff at Rio Cazadero High School are committed to providing frequent feedback to parents on their children’s progress. The reports on student progress will be available at least quarterly. • The teachers and staff at Rio Cazadero High School are committed to providing parents reasonable access to teachers and staff. Parents can reach teachers and staff through the school phone number (916)422-3058 or by email. Parents can also communicate with teachers through Synergy with Parent Vue. • The teachers and staff at Rio Cazadero High School are committed to ensuring regular two-way communication between family members and school staff, and, to the extent practicable, in a language that family members can understand. Talk with school office staff for assistance.

Responsibilities of the Parents: The Parents/Guardians agree to the following responsibilities to increase their student’s academic success:

• Monitor attendance. • Make sure that homework is completed. Talk (and listen) to your student about their goals and progress toward achieving those goals. Encourage them to challenge themselves. • Participate in site events, including Back To School Night and Open House. • Encourage your student to take advantage of Extended Day opportunities, including Homework Club, Saturday School, Edgenuity and Career Technical Education classes. • Participate, as appropriate, in decisions relating to your children’s education. • Promote positive use of your child’s extracurricular time. Talk (and listen) to your student about healthy choices and the challenges that they may face growing up. • Seek out support from school staff for resources to assist your child, including educational, physical health and mental health concerns. • Stay informed about your child’s education and communicate with the school by promptly reading all notices from the school or the school district either received by their child or by mail and responding, as appropriate. • Serve, to the extent possible, on parent advisory groups, such as the site Title I Parent Advisory, the District Categorical Advisory Committee, School Site Council, Parent Teacher Association, Gifted and Talented Education Advisory Committee, Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Committee and English Learner Advisory Committee.

Responsibilities of the Students: The students agree to the following responsibilities to increase parent participation and students’ success:

• Participate in class and do homework every day and ask for help when needed. • Maintain excellent attendance. Come to school on time and prepared. Work with your Contract (advising) teacher and the counselor to develop your goals for high school and after graduation. Establish a plan for achieving those goals and work with your teachers to monitor your progress. • Seek out additional opportunities, including field trips and Extended Day options. • Challenge yourself – don’t settle for the easiest path. • Surround yourself with friends, family and adults who will support you to achieve positive goals. • Give parent/guardian all notices and information received from the school every day.

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This Compact was adopted by Rio Cazadero High School on September 9, 2021 and will be in effect for the period of the 2021-2022 school year. The school will distribute the Compact to all parents of students participating in the Title I, Part A program on, or before: September 9, 2021. ______________________________ ________________________________ Signature of Administrator

Date

_____________________________ ________________________________

Signature of Parent

Date

______________________________ ________________________________

(Signature of Student) Date California Department of Education March 2018

The Curriculum The curriculum offered at Rio Cazadero High School is tailored to be meaningful and challenging for students, encouraging academic and personal growth. It is designed to promote increased skill development and acquisition of knowledge as well as to increase awareness about the world in which we live. Rio Cazadero High School also believes that it is important to encourage students to think and make decisions based on information and a set of strong personal values. In order to accomplish these goals, instruction at Rio Cazadero High School uses a variety of instructional materials including textbooks, novels, films, videos, computer programs, newspapers, magazines and audio programs. Since the school seeks to prepare students to become responsible adults, some issues and contents are more mature. The school encourages parents/guardians to discuss coursework with students. The Elk Grove Unified School District engages in a very careful review process for all of our instructional materials, textbooks, and novels. Our review process is very important because we want to ensure that your children have the best possible instructional tools. If you have concerns or questions, please call the school and discuss the matter with your child’s teacher or the principal. Further concerns may be addressed by calling the Curriculum and Professional Learning at the Education Center at (916)686-7748. We welcome the opportunity to discuss these concerns with you. As an alternative school, Rio Cazadero High School is willing to explore alternatives where appropriate.

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What If’s For Students... I don’t know my schedule? Ensure you are signed up with Student Vue. You can check your schedule there. If you have questions, talk with any of us in the office. I need a work permit for a job? First, you must be offered a job. Then come to the office for a work permit application. Return it for your permit. You must maintain good attendance and grades to keep your permit. I want to change my schedule? Since we change schedules every quarter, students are discouraged from changing schedules after the first week of classes. All schedule changes should be made with the counselor and approved by the principal. Schedule changes are to be done during contract class. I need to leave school early? In order to leave early, all students need to check out in the office and receive permission from a parent/guardian. Students are encouraged to schedule appointments during non-school hours. If that is not possible, arrange to make up the time during the other part of the day. I am late? Don’t be late! It is important to be on time to school and to all classes. If you are late to school, fill out a Tardy slip in the office and go to class. Students who are late may not receive full credit for classwork. I am absent? Bring a note from a parent or have them call the office with the reason you were absent/late. Arrange to do make-up time. Realize that attendance is very important and that students receive no credit if they are not in school. What If’s For Parents... My teenager is absent today or I want to check on attendance? Call the school office at (916) 422-3058. Also ensure that you have access to ParentVue. There you can see attendance and the student’s performance in each of their classes. The school calls to inform me that my teenager has missed one or more classes? You may clear the absence on the phone. If you were unaware of the absence, notify the school so that proper follow-up can take place. My teenager has to leave school during the day? Call or send a note in advance. Students must check-out through the office. My teenager is having problems in a class? Call the school and leave a message for the teacher or counselor to call you. My teenager is having problems in several classes? Call the school and leave a message for the counselor to call you.

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There is a family problem that may affect my teenager’s school performance? Call the school and ask to speak with a counselor or administrator. We have additional supports we can provide students and families. We understand the challenges that can occur and it can be difficult to put a full effort into classes when other things are happening. I have a question about my teenager’s report card or progress report? Call the school at (916) 422-3058 and ask to speak with the counselor or leave a message for your child’s teacher to call you. I have a question about the school rules and policies? Call and ask to speak with the principal or vice principal. I need information on college choice and/or other postsecondary options for my child? Call and ask to speak with the counselor. I would like to talk to someone about tobacco, alcohol and or drugs? Rio Cazadero High School has the Project Success program that provides information on drugs, alcohol and tobacco and helps students to make positive choices in their lives. The program offers education about these issues as well as individual and group counseling. Project Success can also refer students and families to appropriate community resources. Contact the school and ask for the Project Success program implementer for more information. My teenager receives counseling for personal problems? The student has confidentiality by law. Exceptions require reporting suspected physical, sexual, and/or psychological abuse. The counselor is not subject to the confidentiality law if she/he feels the student is an immediate danger to her/himself or others. The counselor will clarify with the student which matters may/may not be discussed with others. My teenager has physical/mental health concerns and I am looking for resources to assist him/her? Contact the school and we can help. You can also contact the Valley High Region Student Support Center for teens at (916) 681-7577. The program is established to assist with those types of situations. I am interested in becoming involved as a parent volunteer? THANK YOU!! Please contact the school at (916) 422-3058 so that we may discuss ways in which we might be able to best use you.

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Rio Cazadero High School Behavior Expectations 1. Attend classes on time and maintain good attendance (at least 90%). 2. Follow all District and school rules. 3. Students must have written permission to be on a campus other than Rio. STUDENTS ARE NOT TO BE ON OR ABOUT

ANY OTHER SCHOOL CAMPUS WITHOUT PERMISSION. 4. Demonstrate respect for yourself and others. Harassment (sexual, racial, ethnic, etc.) is not tolerated. 5. Use appropriate language. 6. Cooperate with teachers and staff. Remain in class until dismissed by the teacher. 7. Dress appropriately for school. 8. Come to school “clean” of all drugs, including alcohol. Students are not to be in possession of drugs, alcohol or paraphernalia

associated with those items. 9. Drive safely. Students must have a valid driver’s license to drive to school. Students are not to go to their cars without a pass. 10. Smoking and/or vaping is NOT allowed. 11. Rio Cazadero is a closed campus. Students who leave during their scheduled day MUST check out in the office. 12. Upon arriving at school, the student MUST GO IMMEDIATELY to the quad area. 13. CELL PHONES CAN BE USED BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL AND DURING BREAKS. THEY ARE NOT TO BE USED OR

HEARD DURING CLASS TIME OR IN THE OFFICE UNLESS AT THE DIRECTION OF THE CLASSROOM TEACHER. School administration will not be responsible for the loss or theft on any electronic devices nor will they investigate theft or damage claims. Pursuant to California Education Code Section 51512, the use of any electronic listening or recording device in an educational setting without prior consent of the teacher and/or the principal is prohibited. Any pupil violating this section will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.

14. Students are prohibited from having weapons or dangerous objects (or items that resemble them). 15. FIGHTING IS NOT TOLERATED. All students are expected to seek non-violent solutions to problems. Dress Code Parents or guardians have the primary responsibility for appropriate standards of dress and grooming. However, as an educational entity, the Secondary Division of the Elk Grove Unified School District has the responsibility to establish and maintain standards of dress and grooming that support a positive, appropriate and safe learning and teaching environment. The purpose of a dress and grooming code is to facilitate education, not to inhibit any person’s taste in attire or appearance. Students should be clean and neatly dressed in a manner that will be appropriate to the school setting, not hazardous to the health and safety of the students, and not disruptive or distracting from the educational program of the school. In addition, no articles of clothing, apparel or school materials, including hats, backpacks and binders, may have pictures, printing or writing that is crude, vulgar, profane, sexually suggestive, racially, ethnically or religiously intolerant, that contain images of weapons, tobacco, drugs and/or alcohol or which the school’s administration reasonably predicts will disrupt the learning environment.

Dress code specifics are detailed in the Parent/Student Handbook. All school rules, including the dress code are meant to be enforced consistently for all student. For example, rules about the color of clothing are not just for suspected gang members. Students in violation of the dress code will be given opportunities to change into appropriate clothing. Consequences The primary goal of the school is to create a positive, safe learning environment for ALL students. Therefore, we cannot tolerate behavior that would jeopardize that goal. Students who break the rules are generally given a warning and notified about possible consequences for repeated violations. Serious violations may result in a parent conference, behavior contract, suspension, expulsion, or combination of these depending on the severity of the incident. We recognize that parents generally want to assist their child to be successful and the school believes in working with them to achieve that result. Please refer to the Parent Handbook and the Code of Conduct for further explanation of behaviors which might warrant specific actions.

Multimedia Access information The Elk Grove Unified School District wants you to understand there may be occasions when news media will be on school campuses to interview, photograph and videotape students for print and broadcast stories. In many cases, media presence is positive in spreading good news about our students, teachers and staff. However, there may be instances when the media seeks access to our schools on more controversial issues. At all times our goal is to maintain student security and privacy.

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As with all guests visiting a school campus, Board Policy 1112 requires media representatives to register before coming on campus. At the time of registration, our staff will inform the media of our guidelines and parental preferences indicated by the Multimedia Withhold Form. School officials may refuse access to all visitors if there is a reasonable belief their presence would disrupt the school, students or employees. In order to minimize possible disruption, media representatives are strongly encouraged to make prior arrangements with the district’s Communications Office. The district uses the Multimedia Withhold Form to identify students who do not want their names or images in news stories. The district cannot guarantee the media will comply with parental preferences for news reports. On the Multimedia Withhold Form, we have included a checkbox for parents and guardians who wish to withhold authorization from news media to broadcast and/or publish photographs, film, or information identifying their child. The same Multimedia Withhold Form contains a check box for parents and guardians who wish to withhold authorization for their children’s photographs, names, artwork or writing to appear on district or school Internet sites or newsletters. There are times when the media will interview or photograph students outside the campus. Signing our form will not apply to off campus media interactions. We encourage parents to talk to their children about possible media interactions if they do not want them interviewed, photographed or videotaped. In the case of special education students, Board Policy 1112 states, “The student shall not be identified as a special education student without prior written consent.”

School Accountability Report Cards The current School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is available online at the Elk Grove Unified School District website at http://www.egusd.net/academics/assessments/school-accountability-report-cards/. Both a long detailed format and a short executive summary are posted for parents to learn more about the schools in our community.

Each school’s SARC summarizes the school's mission, goals, accomplishments, and highlights the school’s unique programs. In addition, state law requires that the SARC contain all of the following: demographic data, school safety and climate for learning information, academic data, school completion rates, class sizes, teacher and staff information, curriculum and instruction descriptions, postsecondary preparation information, fiscal and expenditure data. The federal law, the Every Student Succeeds Act, requires that SARCs contain reports concerning the "adequate yearly progress" of students in achieving state academic achievement standards; Title I Program Improvement status; graduation rates at the secondary level; and the extent to which "highly qualified" teachers are teaching core academic subjects. A hard copy of these reports can be requested by visiting your child’s school office. Additionally, these reports have been translated in Spanish and Hmong at schools with large populations of families who speak these languages. Any questions regarding the SARCs can be answered by your child’s principal or by contacting Learning Support Services at (916) 686-7712.

http://www.egusd.net/academics/assessments/school-accountability-report-cards/

http://www.egusd.net/academics/assessments/school-accountability-report-cards/

ED CODE 48900(a)(1)

CAUSING PHYSICAL INJURY

Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person.

FIRST INTERVENTION/ CONSEQUENCE SECOND INTERVENTION/ CONSEQUENCE THIRD, SUBSEQUENT INTERVENTION/ CONSEQUENCE

Mandatory Actions: • Ensure due process • Conference with student • Collect statements from other witnesses • Provide corrective feedback: de-escalate

student, attempt to identify root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/ practice identified behavior skills, facilitate student re-entry

• Contact family/guardian • Review student’s past similar behaviors and

document current incident in Synergy • Hold re-entry conference if suspended

Other potential actions: • Consider alternatives to suspension • Restorative Practices/Interventions • Student Study Team (SST) • Referral to school counselor • Contact Foster Youth Services • Site MTSS process • Referral to Student Support Centers for

outside services/supports • Notify law enforcement (refer to AR 5144.3

and 5145.11) • 1–3 day suspension • Depending on the severity of the incident,

as well as pertinent extenuating circumstances regarding the student(s) involved, days of suspension may extend up to 5 days.



• Contact Family/guardian • Review student’s past similar behaviors and




and 5145.11) • 2–4 day suspension • Extreme Fights – contact Director or SSHS • Depending on the severity of the incident,








and 5145.11) • 3–5 day suspension • Possible consideration for a

Recommendation of Expulsion

ED CODE 48900(a)(2)

ACTS OF VIOLENCE

Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense.








and 5145.11) • 1–3 day suspension • Depending on the severity of the incident, as

well as pertinent extenuating circumstances regarding the student(s) involved, days of suspension may extend up to 5 days.

















ED CODE 48900(b)

WEAPONS AND DANGEROUS OBJECTS

Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object, unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the pupil had obtained written permission to possess the item from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the designee of the principal.

Ed. Code 48915(g) – As used in this section, "knife" means any dirk, dagger, or other weapon with a fixed, sharpened blade fitted primarily for stabbing, a weapon with a blade fitted primarily for stabbing, a weapon with a blade longer than 3 ½ inches, a folding knife with a blade that locks into place, or a razor with an unguarded blade.

Ed. Code 48915(h) – As used in this section, the term "explosive" means "destructive device" as described in Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States Code. *If student possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished a firearm, please refer to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(1)

*If student brandished a knife at another person, please refer to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(2)

*If Student possessed an explosive please refer to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(5) and (h).


Mandatory Actions: • Ensure due process • Conference with student • Collect statements from other witnesses • Confiscate object • Notify law enforcement (refer to AR 5144.3

and 5145.11) • Give object to appropriate law enforcement • Provide corrective feedback: de-escalate




Other potential actions: • Restorative Practices/Interventions • Student Study Team (SST) • Referral to school counselor • Contact Foster Youth Services • Site MTSS process • Referral to Student Support Centers for

outside services/supports • 1–5 day suspension • Possible consideration for a


















ED CODE 48900(c)

UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of, any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind.

*If Student was unlawfully selling a controlled substance please refer to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(3).

Ed. Code 48915(c)(3) – The principal or superintendent of schools shall immediately suspend, pursuant to Section 48911, and shall recommend expulsion of a pupil that he or she determines has committed any of the following acts at school or at a school activity off school grounds… unlawfully selling a controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code.


Mandatory Actions: • Ensure due process • Conference with student • Collect statements from other witnesses • Notify law enforcement within 1 school day

(EC 48902) • Give substance to appropriate law

enforcement authority • Provide corrective feedback: de-escalate



document current incident in Synergy • Hold re-entry conference if suspended • 1–3 day suspension (Marijuana and

alcohol) • Others Substances – contact Director or

SSHS Selling Drugs • 5 Day Suspension if Student is selling or

sold a controlled substance • Recommendation for expulsion if Student is

selling or sold a controlled substance


outside services/supports • Depending on the severity of the incident,







document current incident in Synergy • Hold re-entry conference if suspended • 2 –4 day suspension (Marijuana and


SSHS

Selling Drugs • 5 Day Suspension if Student is selling or




outside services/supports • Depending on the severity of the incident,







document current incident in Synergy • Hold re-entry conference if suspended • 3–5 day suspension (Marijuana and


SSHS

Selling Drugs • 5 Day Suspension if Student is selling or




outside services/supports

ED CODE 48900(d)

SALE OF "LOOK-ALIKE" CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE OR ALCOHOL

Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind, and either sold, delivered, or otherwise furnished to any person another liquid, substance, or material and represented the liquid, substance, or material as a controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant.

*Reminder: If Student is unlawfully selling a controlled substance, it may also be a violation of 48915(c). If so, please refer to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(3).









outside services/supports • 1–3 day suspension • Depending on the severity of the incident, as




















ED CODE 48900(e)

ROBBERY OR EXTORTION

Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.


Mandatory Actions: • Ensure due process • Conference with student • Collect statements from other witnesses • Notify law enforcement (refer to AR 5144.3

and 5145.11) • Provide corrective feedback: de-escalate











• Contact Family/guardian • Review student’s past similar behaviors and















ED CODE 48900(f)

DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

Caused or attempted to cause damage to school or private property.




• Review past alternative means of correction (Ed. Code 48900.5)





and 5145.11) • Suspension only permitted on “first

offense” if student’s presence causes a danger to persons. In such instances, 1–3 day suspension.

• “First offense” refers to the first documented offense of a student in the current school year that qualifies as a violation of Education Code 48900 and/ or 48915, although formal exclusionary disciplinary action may not have been taken against the student.

• Depending on the severity of the incident, as well as pertinent extenuating circumstances regarding the student(s) involved, days of suspension may extend up to 5 days.



















ED CODE 48900(g)

THEFT OR STEALING

Stole or attempted to steal school property or private property.































ED CODE 48900(h)

TOBACCO OR NICOTINE PRODUCTS

Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew packets, and betel. However, this section does not prohibit use or possession by a pupil of his or her own prescription products.








outside services/supports • Suspension only permitted on “first offense”

if student’s presence causes a danger to persons. In such instances, 1–3 day suspension.



















ED CODE 48900(i)

OBSCENE ACTS

Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.































ED CODE 48900(j)

DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia.




• Review past alternative means of correction (Ed Code 48900.5)




outside services/supports • Suspension only permitted on “first offense” if

student’s presence causes a danger to persons. In such instances, 1–3 day suspension.



















ED CODE 48900(k)

DISRUPTION OF SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators, school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.

NOTE: • School districts cannot suspend students in kindergarten through grade 3 for disruption or willful defiance; • School districts cannot recommend any student for expulsion for disruption or willful defiance, regardless of grade level; • For students in grades 4 to 12, school districts cannot suspend them for disruption or willful defiance if it is their first offense; and • Teachers are permitted to suspend any student, regardless of grade, from their classroom for disruption or willful defiance, whether it’s a student’s

first offense or not.


Mandatory actions: • Ensure due process • Conference with student • Collect statements from other witnesses • Provide corrective feedback: de-escalate





Potential actions: • Consider alternatives to suspension • Restorative Practices/Interventions • Student Study Team (SST) • Referral to school counselor • Contact Foster Youth Services • Site MTSS process • Referral to Student Support Centers for


and 5145.11) • Depending on the severity of the incident, as

well as, pertinent extenuating circumstances regarding the student(s) involved, days of suspension may extend up to 5 days.








and 5145.11) • 1–3 day suspension (9th thru 12th grades) • Depending on the severity of the incident, as









and 5145.11) • 2–5 day suspension (9th thru 12th grades)

ED CODE 48900(l)

POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY

Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.





• Contact family/guardian • Review student’s past similar behaviors

and document current incident in Synergy • Hold re-entry conference if suspended




offense” • If student’s presence causes a danger to

persons. In such instances, 1–3 day suspension.






• Contact family/guardian • Review student’s past similar behaviors



outside services/supports • Notification to law enforcement (refer to

AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) • 1–4 day suspension • Depending on the severity of the incident,











ED CODE 48900(m)

IMITATION FIREARM

Possessed an imitation firearm. As used in this section, “imitation firearm” means a replica of a firearm that is so substantially similar in physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead a reasonable person to conclude that the replica is a firearm.









and 5145.11) • Suspension only permitted on “first offense”









Other potential actions: • Consider alternatives to suspension • Restorative Practices/Interventions • Student Study Team (SST) • Referral to school counselor • Contact Foster Youth Services • Site MTSS process • Referral to Student Support Centers • for outside services/supports • Notification to law enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) • 2–4 day suspension • Depending on the severity of the incident, as











ED CODE 48900(n)

SEXUAL ASSAULT OR SEXUAL BATTERY

Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Section 261, 266c, 286, 288, 288a, or 289 of the Penal Code or committed a sexual battery as defined in Section 243.4 of the Penal Code.

If student committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault please refer to CA Ed. Code 48915(c)(4).

Ed. Code 48915(c)(4) – The principal or superintendent of schools shall immediately suspend, pursuant to Section 48911, and shall recommend expulsion of a pupil that he or she determines has committed any of the following acts at school or at a school activity off school grounds… committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault as defined in subdivision (n) of Section 48900 or committing a sexual battery as defined in subdivision (n) of Section 48900.


Mandatory Actions: • Notify law enforcement (refer to AR 5144.3

and 5145.11) • In consultation with site principal and

Director - File CPS Report • Contact Director or SSHS • 5 day suspension and recommendation for

expulsion • Refer to California Education Code 48915

(c)(4).





(c)(4).





(c)(4).

ED CODE 48900(o)

HARASSMENT OF A STUDENT WITNESS

Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining witness or a witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of either preventing that pupil from being a witness or retaliating against that pupil for being a witness, or both.



student, attempt to identify root or ancillary causes for behavior, re-teach/ practice identified behavior skills, facilitate student re-entry.

• Review past alternative means of correction • (Ed. Code 48900.5) • Contact family/guardian • Review student’s past similar behaviors



outside services/supports • Notification to law enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) • Suspension only permitted on “first

offense” • If student’s presence causes a danger • to persons. In such instances, 1–3 day

suspension. • “First offense” refers to the first

documented offense of a student in the current school year that qualifies as a violation of Education Code 48900 and/ or 48915, although formal exclusionary disciplinary action may not have been taken against the student.


Mandatory Actions: • Ensure due process • Conference with student • Collect statements from other witnesses • Provide corrective feedback: • de-escalate student, attempt to identify

root or ancillary causes for behavior, reteach/practice identified behavior skills, facilitate student re-entry





outside services/supports • Notification to law enforcement (refer to

AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) • 2–4 day suspension • Depending on the severity of the incident,

as well as, pertinent extenuating circumstances regarding the student(s) involved, days of suspension may extend up to 5 days.







outside services/supports • Notification to law enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) • 3–5 day suspension • Possible consideration for a


ED CODE 48900(p)

PRESCRIPTION DRUG SOMA

Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription drug Soma.


Mandatory Actions: • Ensure due process • Conference with student • Confiscate substance • Notify law enforcement within 1 school day

(EC 48902) • Collect statements from other witnesses • Provide corrective feedback: de-escalate



• Follow CA Education Code Requirements for controlled substances


document current incident in Synergy • Hold re-entry conference if suspended • Contact Director or SSHS


outside services/supports • Notification to law enforcement • (refer to AR 5144.3 and 5145.11) • Suspension only permitted on “first

offense” if student’s presence causes a danger to persons. In such instances, 1 – 3 day suspension.

• “First offense” refers to the first documented offense of a student in the current school year that qualifies as a violation of Education Code 48900 and/or 48915, although formal exclusionary disciplinary action may not have been taken against the student.









Other potential actions: • Consider alternatives to suspension • Restorative Practices/Interventions • Student Study Team (SST) • Referral to school counselor • Contact Foster Youth Services • Site MTSS process • Referral to Student Support • Centers for outside services/supports • Notify law enforcement (refer to AR 5144.3

and 5145.11) • 2 – 4 day suspension • Depending on the severity of the incident, as











and 5145.11) • 3 – 5 day suspension • Possible consideration for a


ED CODE 48900(q)

HAZING

Engaged in, or attempted to engage in, hazing. For purposes of this subdivision, “hazing” means a method of initiation or preinitiation into a pupil organization or body, whether or not the organization or body is officially recognized by an educational institution, that is likely to cause serious bodily injury or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to a former, current, or prospective pupil. For purposes of this subdivision, “hazing” does not include athletic events or school sanctioned events.








outside services/supports. • Notification to law enforcement (refer to AR

5144.3 and 5145.11) • Suspension only permitted on “first offense”






















ED CODE 48900(r)

BULLYING

Engaged in the act of bullying.

“Electronic act” means the creation and transmission originated on or off the school site, by means of an electronic device, including, but not limited to, a telephone, wireless telephone, or other wireless communication device, computer, or pager, of a communication, as specified.







Other potential actions: • Consider alternatives to suspension • Restorative Practices/Interventions • Student Study Team (SST) • Referral to school counselor, school

psychologist, social work, child welfare attendance personnel, or other school support personnel for case management and counseling.

• Contact Foster Youth Services • Site MTSS process • Referral to Student Support Centers for
























ED CODE 48900(r)

Engaged in an act of bullying. For purposes of this subdivision, the following terms have the following meanings:

(1) "Bullying" means any severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including communications made in writing or by means of an electronic act, and including one or more acts committed by a pupil or group of pupils as defined in Section 48900.2, 48900.3, or 48900.4, directed toward one or more pupils that has or can be reasonably predicted to have the effect of one or more of the following: (A) Placing a reasonable pupil or pupils in fear of harm to that pupil's or those pupils' person or property. (B) Causing a reasonable pupil to experience a substantially detrimental effect on his or her physical or mental health. (C) Causing a reasonable pupil to experience substantial interference with his or her academic performance. (D) Causing a reasonable pupil to experience substantial interference with his or her ability to participate in or benefit from the services,

activities, or privileges provided by a school. (2) (A) "Electronic act" means the creation or transmission originated on or off school site, by means of an electronic device, including, but not

limited to, a telephone, wireless telephone, or other wireless communication device, computer, or pager, of a communication, including, but not limited to, any of the following:

(i) A message, text, sound, video or image. (ii) A post on a social network Internet Web site including, but not limited to:

(I) Posting to or creating a burn page. "Burn page" means an Internet Web site created for the purpose of having one or more of the effects listed in paragraph (1).

(II) Creating a credible impersonation of another actual pupil for the purpose of having one or more of the effects listed in paragraph (1). "Credible impersonation" means to knowingly and without consent impersonate a pupil for the purpose of bullying the pupil and such that another pupil would reasonably believe, or has reasonably believed that the pupil was or is the pupil who was impersonated.

(III) Creating a false profile for the purpose of having one or more of the effects listed in paragraph (1). "False profile" means a profile of a fictitious pupil or a profile using the likeness or attributes of an actual pupil other than the pupil who created the false profile.

(IV) (iii) An act of cyber sexual bullying. (V) (I) For purposes of this clause, "cyber sexual bullying" means the dissemination of, or the solicitation or incitement to disseminate,

a photograph or other visual recording by a pupil to another pupil or to school personnel by means of an electronic act that has or can be reasonably predicted to have one or more of the effects described in subparagraphs (A) to (D), inclusive, of paragraph (1). A photograph or other visual recording, as described above, shall include the depiction of a nude, semi-nude, or sexually explicit photograph or other visual recording of a minor where the minor is identifiable from the photograph, visual recording, or other electronic act.

(VI) (II) For purposes of this clause "cyber sexual bullying" does not include a depiction, portrayal, or image that has any serious literary, artistic, educational, political, or scientific value or that involves athletic events or school-sanctioned activities.

(B) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) and subparagraph (A), an electronic act shall not constitute pervasive conduct solely on the basis that it has been transmitted on the Internet or is currently posted on the Internet.

(3) "Reasonable pupil" means a pupil, including, but not limited to, an exceptional needs pupil, who exercises average care, skill, and judgment in conduct for a person of his or her age, or for a person of his or her age with his or her exceptional needs.

ED CODE 48900(t)

AIDED OR ABETTED TO INFLICT PHYSICAL INJURY

A pupil who aids or abets, as defined in Section 31 of the Penal Code, the infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury to another person may be subject to suspension, but not expulsion, pursuant to this section, except that a pupil who has been adjudged by a juvenile court to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in which the victim suffered great bodily injury or serious bodily injury shall be subject to discipline pursuant to subdivision (a).





























and 5145.11) • 3–5 day suspension • Student only subject to expulsion if the

student has been adjudged by a juvenile court to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in which the victim suffered great bodily injury or serious bodily injury.

ED CODE 48900.2

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Additional grounds for suspension or expulsion: sexual harassment.

This section does not apply to students in kindergarten through grade 3.





• File CPS Report • Contact family/guardian • Review student’s past similar behaviors and















and 5145.11) • 2–4 day suspension (4th thru 12th grades) • Depending on the severity of the incident, as









and 5145.11) • 3–5 day suspension (4th thru 12th grades) • Possible consideration for a


ED CODE 48900.3

HATE VIOLENCE

In addition to the reasons set forth in Sections 48900 and 48900.2, a pupil in any of grades 4 to 12, inclusive, may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has caused, attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of, hate violence, as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 233.
































ED CODE 48900.4

HARASSMENT, THREATS OR INTIMIDATION

Additional grounds for suspension or expulsion: harassment, threats or intimidation

In addition to the grounds specified in Sections 48900 and 48900.2, a pupil enrolled in any of grades 4 to 12, inclusive, may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has intentionally engaged in harassment, threats, or intimidation, directed against school district personnel or pupils, that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have the actual and reasonably expected effect of materially disrupting classwork, creating substantial disorder, and invading the rights of either school personnel or pupils by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment.
































ED CODE 48900.7

TERRORISTIC THREATS

a) In addition to the reasons specified in Sections 48900, 48900.2, 48900.3, and 48900.4, a pupil may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has made terroristic threats against school officials or school property, or both.

(b) For the purposes of this section, “terroristic threat” shall include any statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or property damage in excess of one thousand dollars ($1,000), with the specific intent that the statement is to be taken as a threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it out, which, on its face and under the circumstances in which it is made, is so unequivocal, unconditional, immediate, and specific as to convey to the person threatened, a gravity of purpose and an immediate prospect of execution of the threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to be in sustained fear for his or her own safety or for his or her immediate family’s safety, or for the protection of school district property, or the personal property of the person threatened or his or her immediate family.








Other potential actions: • Consider alternatives to suspension • Restorative Practices/Interventions • Student Study Team (SST) • Referral to school counselor • Contact Foster Youth Services • Site MTSS process • Referral to Student Support Centers • for outside services/supports • Suspension only permitted on “first offense”






















ED CODE 48915

48915. (a) (1) Except as provided in subdivisions (c) and (e), the principal or the superintendent of schools shall recommend the expulsion of a pupil for any of the following acts committed at school or at a school activity off school grounds, unless the principal or superintendent determines that expulsion should not be recommended under the circumstances or that an alternative means of correction would address the conduct:

(A) Causing serious physical injury to another person, except in self-defense. (B) Possession of any knife or other dangerous object of no reasonable use to the pupil. (C) Unlawful possession of any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, except for either of the following:

(i) The first offense for the possession of not more than one avoirdupois ounce of marijuana, other than concentrated cannabis. (ii) The possession of over-the-counter medication for use by the pupil for medical purposes or medication prescribed for the pupil

by a physician. (D) Robbery or extortion. (E) Assault or battery, as defined in Sections 240 and 242 of the Penal Code, upon any school employee.

(2) If the principal or the superintendent of schools makes a determination as described in paragraph (1), he or she is encouraged to do so as quickly as possible to ensure that the pupil does not lose instructional time.

(b) Upon recommendation by the principal or the superintendent of schools, or by a hearing officer or administrative panel appointed pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 48918, the governing board of a school district may order a pupil expelled upon finding that the pupil committed an act listed in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) or in subdivision (a), (b), (c), (d), or (e) of Section 48900. A decision to expel a pupil for any of those acts shall be based on a finding of one or both of the following:

(1) Other means of correction are not feasible or have repeatedly failed to bring about proper conduct. (2) Due to the nature of the act, the presence of the pupil causes a continuing danger to the physical safety of the pupil or others.

(c) The principal or superintendent of schools shall immediately suspend, pursuant to Section 48911, shall recommend expulsion of a pupil that he or she determines has committed any of the following acts at school or at a school activity off school grounds.

(1) Possessing, selling, or otherwise furnishing a firearm. This subdivision does not apply to an act of possessing a firearm if the pupil had obtained prior written permission to possess the firearm from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the designee of the principal. This subdivision applies to an act of possessing a firearm only if the possession is verified by an employee of a school district. The act of possessing an imitation firearm, as defined in subdivision (m) of section 48900, is not an offense for which suspension or expulsion is mandatory pursuant to this subdivision and subdivision (d), but it is an offense for which suspension, or expulsion pursuant to subdivision (c), may be imposed.

(2) Brandishing a knife at another person. (3) Unlawfully selling a controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety

Code. (4) Committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault as defined in subdivision (n) of Section 48900 or committing a sexual battery as

Defined in subdivision (m) of Section 48900 (5) Possession of an explosive.

(d) The governing board of a school district shall order a pupil expelled upon finding that the pupil committed an act listed in subdivision (c), and shall refer that pupil to a program of study that meets all of the following conditions:

(1) Is appropriately prepared to accommodate pupils who exhibit discipline problems. (2) Is not provided at a comprehensive middle, junior, or senior high school, or at any elementary school. (3) Is not housed at the school site attended by the pupil at the time of suspension.

(e) Upon recommendation by the principal or the superintendent of schools, or by a hearing officer or administrative panel appointed pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 48918, the governing board of a school district may order a pupil expelled upon finding that the pupil, at school or at a school activity off of School grounds violated subdivision (f), (g), (h), (i), (k), (l), or (m) of Section 48900, or Section 48900.2, 48900.3, or 48900.4, and either of the following:

(1) That other means of correction are not feasible or have repeatedly failed to bring about proper conduct. (2) That due to the nature of the violation, the presence of the pupil causes a continuing danger to the physical safety of the pupil or others.

(f) The governing board of a school district shall refer a pupil who has been expelled pursuant to subdivision (b) or (e) to a program of study that meets all of the conditions specified in subdivision (d). Notwithstanding this subdivision, with respect to a pupil expelled pursuant to subdivision (e) if the county superintendent of schools certifies that an alternative program of study is not available at a site away from a comprehensive middle, junior, or senior high school, or another elementary school. The pupil may be referred to a program of study that is provided at a comprehensive middle, junior, or senior high school, or at an elementary school.

(g) As used in this section “knife” means any dirk, dagger, or other weapons with a fixed, sharpened blade fitted primarily for stabbing, a weapon with a blade fitted primarily for stabbing, a weapon with a blade longer than 3 ½ inches, a folding knife with a blade that locks into place, or a razor with an unguarded blade.

(h) As used in this section, the term “explosive” means destructive device” as described in Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States Code. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 431, Sec 3. (AB 2537) Effective January 1, 2013.)

EGUSD Student Opt-Out Form 2021-2022

This form provides parents the opportunity to opt their student out of public media coverage, posting of student images and names through EGUSD digital communication tools, release of student directory information, and viewing of PG-13 or R-rated films. Please read each section of the form carefully. If you would like to opt your child out of any of the following sections, please fill out your child’s information (one form per child), check the associated box, and sign the form.

Please note: This is an OPTIONAL form. The form should be returned to the school only if you wish to opt your child out of one of these areas.

If you have questions about completing this form, please contact your school.

Student Name:

Student ID#:

Address:

Phone:

School:

Grade:

Multimedia Withhold Form There are occasions when news media are on school campuses to interview, photograph and videotape students for print and broadcast stories. Many of these stories are positive and highlight the good things happening in EGUSD schools. However, there are times when the media seeks access to our schools on more controversial issues. At all times, our goal is to maintain student security and privacy. If you want your child to be excluded from media stories, please check the box below and sign the form. Please know that there are times when the media will interview or photograph students off campus or without checking in with the front office. This form only acts as a guide to media coverage. It does not guarantee that your child will not be interviewed or photographed. I DO NOT want media representatives to publish/broadcast interviews with or photographs/video identifying my child.

Posting of Student Images and Names on EGUSD Digital Communication Tools EGUSD offers a number of opportunities to publicize positive school and student events and accomplishments through district and school digital communication tools. Parents have the choice to withhold their student’s images (photos and video) and name from being posted by checking the area below. The publication of student image(s), along with both first and last name, requires prior written consent of the student’s parent/guardian. The only exception to this rule is the posting of student photos with first and last name into an EGUSD administrative system such as the student information system (Synergy) or the library system. These are closed systems that only EGUSD teachers, administrators and limited support staff have access to through password-protected logons. There is no opt-out of these closed systems. By checking the box below you are choosing NOT to allow the posting of your student’s name or image through digital communication tools. Please know that this will result in your student’s name not being published electronically for recognitions, student honor roll, awards, events, contests, school newspaper articles and clubs. I DO NOT want my student’s image and name posted through any Elk Grove Unified digital communication tools.

EGUSD Student Opt-Out Form 2021-2022

Release of Directory Information/Yearbook Information Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the California Education Code, the District may release directory information to certain persons or organizations, as specified in this handbook, when it is requested. Directory information may include a student’s name, photograph, address, telephone information, email address, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of the athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received and the most recent previous public or private school attended. In the case of students who have been identified as having special needs or homeless, no material can be released without parent or guardian consent. Parents and guardians can opt-out of having their child’s directory information released by checking the box below and signing the form. Directory information does not include citizenship status, immigration status, place of birth, or any other information indicating national origin (the District will not disclose such information without parent/guardian consent or a court order.) If you do not want your child’s directory information released, choose one of the following two options: Option A: NO student directory information released at all, including NO yearbook and award listings. Option B: NO student directory information released generally; YES include in yearbook and awards listings.

Electronic Parent and Student Handbook

Parents have the option to receive an electronic Parent and Student Handbook, the annual notification provided to families each year. If you would like to receive an electronic copy of this handbook by email only, please check the box below. YES, I wish to receive an electronic copy of the Parent and Student Handbook via email instead of regular mail.

Movies and Videos – Grades 6-12 The District has a policy limiting the types of movies shown in classrooms. PG-13 rated movies that are District approved may be shown only to grades 6-12. If you do not want your child to view PG-13 rated movies during the 2021-2022 school year, please check the box below: I DO NOT want my child to view approved PG-13 rated movies. I prefer that my child be given alternative assignments. R rated movies that are district-approved may only be shown to grades 9-12. If you do not want your child to view R rated movies during the 2021-2022 school year, please check the box below: I DO NOT want my secondary student to view approved R rated movies. I prefer that my child be given alternative assignments. Parent/Guardian Signature:

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Rio Cazadero High School 2021-2022 Parent/Student Handbook