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SOUTH KITSAP HIGH SCHOOL 2017-2018

Student Handbook and Planner

425 Mitchell Ave. Port Orchard, WA 98366

(360) 874-5600 Fax: (360) 874-5892

www.skhs.skschools.org

Name __________________ Grade Level _____ Student No. _____________

Table of Contents

People You Should Know ...................................................................... 3 Need Help, Please See ........................................................................... 4 Class Schedule ....................................................................................... 5 Bell Schedules ........................................................................................ 6 Class Officers/School Song/Alma Mater ............................................... 7 Sports/Performing Groups/Clubs ........................................................ 8-9 Graduation Information ................................................................... 10-12 General Information ........................................................................ 12-20 Book Room ............................................................................... 13-14 Career Center.................................................................................. 14 Library ....................................................................................... 16-17 Code of Conduct ............................................................................. 20-28 Attendance Policies ......................................................................... 28-31 Activities Code ................................................................................ 31-33 Title IX Information ............................................................................. 34 SKHS Abbreviated Writing Guide………………………………...36-38

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Welcome Welcome to a new school year and the opportunity to create a powerful year of growth for yourself! There is nothing more important than preparing for the future you want. Remember that successful students:

Come to school everyday

Make academics a priority Get to know their teachers

Ask for help Join a club or sport

To help you stay organized and use your time effectively, please use this daily and take advantage of all our school has to offer. It is critical we provide a safe learning environment for all students and staff. This handbook contains guidelines to ensure a safe and productive school environment is in place. These guidelines apply immediately before, during and after school hours, any time on school grounds, and at all school related events including before and after school activities. School rules may be enforced off school grounds if students’ actions materially and/or substantially disrupt the educational process and relate to school issues. At South Kitsap High School, we have talented teachers who spend hours planning experiences to engage you in learning. We use research based best practices to support the belief that all students must graduate from SKHS prepared for the demands of postsecondary education, MEANINGFUL CAREERS, AND EFFECTIVE CITIZENSHIP. Please work with your teacher to understand course material and get help you need to be successful in your classes. We are excited to have students filling our halls and classrooms with energy and enthusiasm for learning. If there is anything I can ever do to help support you in your endeavors, please come see me! I am honored to be your principal. It is a privilege to be part of a community where teachers and students care for each other and strive to build positive relationships that support academic and social growth. Make it a great year! Go Wolves! Diane Fox, Principal

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People You Should Know Administrative and Guidance Staff

Principal…………………………………………………….………Diane Fox Assistant Principal, Class of 2018 ……………………………..Casey Ogan Assistant Principal, Class of 2019 …………………………….. Charla Cole Assistant Principal, Class of 2020 ……………………………..Freda Evans Assistant Principal, Class of 2021…………………………….Janis Maracić Dean, Class of 2018 ……………………………………………Eric Canton Dean, Class of 2019……………………………………………Jared Briggs Dean, Class of 2020 …………………………………….Tami Lester-Dame Dean, Class of 2021……………………………………….Kendra Pratchett Counselor, Class of 2018, A-K……………………………….Elayne Wallis Counselor, Class of 2018, L-Z…………………………….Tawni Chinchilla Counselor, Class of 2019, A-K……………………………..Mary Hawksley Counselor, Class of 2019, L-Z………….……………………..Heather Hays Counselor, Class of 2020, A-K……….………………….……Lisa Coffman Counselor, Class of 2020, L-Z……….……………………..…..Bree Malloy Counselor, Class of 2021, A-K…………….…………..…..Graham O’Brien Counselor, Class of 2021, L-Z…………………………………Kathy Hamill Career & Technical Education (CTE) Director (District Office)..... Sara Hatfield Career & Guidance Specialist ......................................................... Dave Reichel ASB Advisor .......................................................................... Nancy Fairweather Class Advisor of 2018 ............................................ Jeanne Blair, Amy Masten Class Advisor of 2019 ........................................... Jenni Duggan, Josh Disney Class Advisor of 2020……………………………………. .... Kirsti Whitmyre Class Advisor of 2021……………….…Danielle Caschetta, Rachel Gonzalez Athletics/Activities Director................................................................ Kelly Kirk Administrative Assistant / Activities & Athletics....................... Emma LaDeaux Educational Advocate ................................................................. Malorie Woods Psychologists ........................................................ Dave Brown, John Marchesini School Nurse .......................................................... April Brown, Megan Gallant

Office Personnel ASB Bookkeeper ................................................................................ Carol Maul Attendance Specialists................................................... Donna Reid, Julie Smith Bookroom Coordinator ................................................................ Susan Schooler Career Center Coordinator ................................................................ Sandy Elton Computer Lab Coordinator ................................................................ Jill Mueller Guidance Office Assistant ................................................................. Ede Eriksen Health Room Assistant ................................................................... Chris Meeker Library Specialist/Office Assistant ............................................... Tammy Haney Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator .................................... Kimberly Smart Office Coordinator / Principal’s Secretary .......................................... Rosa Buss Career & Technical Ed. (CTE) Administrative Asst ... Leslie Amis, Distr. Office Career & Technical Ed. (CTE) Bookkeeper .............. Lizz Oliver, District Office Receptionist / Main Office Assistant ............................................... Eileen Schiro Registrar / Student Records Manager ............................................. Kerri Mueller Security………………………………………...Yvonne Hoffman, Lee LaDeaux Staff Administrative Assistant ...................................................... Eurydice Pentz Staff Assistant .............................................................................. Tammy Haney Student Records & Scheduling Specialist ................................ Meredith Shanley

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Need Help With, Please See . . . Absence ................................................................................... Attendance Office ASB/Activities/Clubs ................................................. Janis Maracić/Main Office Athletics ...................................................................................... Athletics Office Athletic Events schedule ............................................................. Athletics Office Attendance .............................................................................. Attendance Office Bulletin, put notice in (also airs on WTV) ............................... Emma LaDeaux/ .................................... Athletics Office-Signed notice due by 1:00 p.m. the prior day Bus Information ................................................................................ Main Office Bus, ride on a different ................................................. Main Office Before school Career Information/Job Board ............. Dave Reichel/Sandy Elton/Career Center Change of Student Address/Phone Number ............................... Guidance Office Counselors .................................................................................. Guidance Office CTE classes ........................................................... CTE Office @ District Office Custodial & Operations Mgr. .................................... Rick Hastings/Main Office Educational Advocate ..................................... Malorie Woods /Guidance Office FAFSA …………………………………………….Dave Reichel/Career Center Guest Pass for Dance ................................................. Eileen Schiro/Main Office Illness at School ............................................ Health Room or Attendance Office After checking with your teacher Locker Assignments ................................................................... Guidance Office Locker Problems ........................................................ Eileen Schiro/Main Office Lost and Found ...................................................... Lee LaDeaux/Security Office - electronics, small items………………..…………..Eileen Schiro/Main Office Unclaimed items are donated to charity Off campus ......................................................................................... Attendance Parking lot/car passes ................................................. Eileen Schiro/Main Office Parking Stickers ................................ Lee LaDeaux/Security Office (Commons) Pay Fees/Fines ................................................................ Carol Maul/ASB Office Personal Concerns .................................................... Counselor/Guidance Office Planners ..................................................................... Sandy Elton/Career Center Poster, Put up a ........................................................... Janis Maracić/Main Office Refunds on Student Activities ....................................... Carol Maul/ASB Office Register to Vote ................................................................ Forms in Main Office Registration/Withdrawal ...............................Meredith Shanley/Guidance Office Report a Theft .......................... Yvonne Hoffman, Lee LaDeaux/Security Office Running Start ........................................................ Ede Eriksen/Guidance Office Scholarships ....................................... Sandy Elton, Dave Reichel/Career Center School Nurse ............................. April Brown/Megan Gallant/Attendance Office Skyward/Family Access ........................................................ Jill Mueller/Library Student Parking/ Security ...................................... Lee LaDeaux/Security Office School Resource Officer ............................................... Officer Dave Humphrey Tardy (1st/4th Block over 10 minutes) ...................................... Attendance Office Testing – Accuplacer, SAT, ACT…………….……Dave Reichel/Career Center Textbooks (Lost, Checking In/Out) ......................... Susan Schooler/Book Room Transcripts .................................................. Kerri Mueller, Registrar/ASB Office Yearbook (Rebel) ......................................................................... Laura Lockhart

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MY PACK ADVISOR: __________________________________

MY COUNSELOR: _____________________________________

MY DEAN: ___________________________________________

MY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: ___________________________

MY SCHEDULE

1st Sem

A Day

Class:

Teacher:

Room #:

1

2 3 4

B Day

Class:

Teacher:

Room #:

4 5 6 8

2nd Sem

A Day

Class:

Teacher:

Room #:

1 2 3 4

B Day

Class:

Teacher:

Room #:

4 5 6 8

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BELL SCHEDULES

REGULAR Maroon/White SCHEDULE (4 lunches) 1stbell–7:18 M,T,Th,F-Tutorial/Pack / W-Collaboration

Tutorial/Pack 7:25-7:55 1st/5th Block 8:00-9:13 2nd/6th Block 9:20-10:33 3rd/7th Block 10:40-12:40 (WTV 10:40) Lunches 1st Lunch: 10:50-11:20 3rd Lunch: 11:40-12:10 2nd Lunch: 11:15-11:45 4th Lunch: 12:10-12:40 4th/8th 12:47-2:00

* Please note buses will run later on Wednesdays due to collaboration. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays = “Tutorial” Who attends Tutorial? -All students report to Tutorial at 7:25 a.m. Wednesdays = “Teacher Collaboration” On Collaboration Days: -All students report to class @ 8:00 a.m. On Wednesdays, buses will run later. Fridays = “Tutorial/Pack Time” All students report to Pack at 7:25 a.m.

EARLY DISMISSAL (No Lunches) * 1st bell–7:18 a.m. 1st/5th Block 7:25-8:15 2nd/6th Block 8:22-9:05 3rd/7th Block 9:12-9:53 (WTV: 9:12) 4th/8th Block 10:00-10:40

*Please note there will be NO Pack, No Tutorial, No Collaboration on Assembly, 2-hour Delay or Early Dismissal days.

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2017-2018 Officers

ASB: President ................ Devin Kobayashi Vice-President ............. Trae Simpson Secretary ..................... Phillip Asuelo Treasurer ............ Brianna Whitehead Senators: ................. Trystin Peterson, Yue Yue Gunderson, Alena McCambridge, Sara Solano JUNIOR CLASS: President ...................... Paige Ohman Vice-President ...... Kevin Ranganbay Secretary ......................... Emily Riehl Treasurer ................. Cullen Shoquist Senators ….…Ian Aguilar, Emmeline Hutchinson, Emma Erickson, Gabriel Nogoy, Eliza Villarma

SENIOR CLASS: President .................. Savannah Foster Vice-President ........... Sophia Weaver Secretary........................... Leila Cruz Treasurer ...................... Grace Ebuen Senators…………….Freddie Callejo, Camron Cole, Torre DiGiovanni FRESHMAN & SOPHOMORE CLASSES: Elections in Fall 2017

South Kitsap High School Fun Facts 2700+ Students 142 Teachers 100 Classified Staff (secretaries,

custodians, food service, & more!)

SKHS is 51.46 acres

SKHS is 320,876 sq. ft 18,000+ volumes in the library 45,000+ books in the Textbook

Room 1,200 PE & Sports towels

laundered daily

School Fight Song On South Kitsap-On South Kitsap! On to Victory, Fight the (____) off the field boys- Fight with merry glee- RAH-RAH-RAH On South Kitsap-On South Kitsap! Fight on to your fame Fight fellows, fight-fight-fight We’ll win this game! V-I-C-T-O-R-Y Victory, Victory, SK High!

Alma Mater Hail to thee, our Alma Mater We stand true to thee Maroon and white And with thy guidance We will never fail Win or lose We will stand by thee Firm and loyal, too South Kitsap, our Alma Mater Hail, all hail to you!

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Sports: Athletic Director ............................. ....................................... Kelly Kirk Administrative Assistant-Activities & Athletics ............ Emma LaDeaux Basketball Coach .................. Men’s ................................John Callaghan Women’s ...................................... Mike Allen Baseball Coach ................................................................. Marcus Logue Bowling ............................................................................... Lee LaDeaux Cross Country Coach ....................................................................... TBD Crew Coach…………………………………………… ...... Jake Brisson Equestrian Coach .......................................................... Kim Austin-Ellis Football Coach .................................................................Cory Vartanian Girls’ Fastpitch Coach ................................................. Mindy Outhwaite Golf Coaches……………Men’s ..... ..................................... Sean Duttry Women’s .... ................................. Mandy Wood Lacrosse ................................ Men’s ................................................ TBD Women’s ................................... Greg Pickard Soccer Coach ........................ Men’s ................................................ TBD Women’s ................................................ TBD Swimming Coach .................. Men's ................................... Cliff Rousell Women’s ................................... Cliff Rousell Tennis Coaches ............................... ................Mark Myers, Todd Olson Track Coach…………………Men’s………………….. ........ Ed Santos Women’s……………….… .. LaRae Madison Volleyball Coach ...................................................................... C.J. Scott Water Polo ............................ Men’s ...................................... Zack Fogel Women’s ...................................... Zack Fogel Wrestling Coach ..................................................................... Chad Nass Sport Statistician and Managers: If you are interested in being a statistician or manager, please apply to the head coach.

Performing Groups: Acting Ensemble Director ..................................................... Debi Emans Cheerleader Advisor ....................................................... Cynthia Nunley Dance Team Advisor ................................................ Lynelle Vandenbos Instrumental Music Director ................................................. Gary Grams Sign Choir Advisor ........................................................ Elizabeth Cordy Vocal Music Director ............................................................. Mike Allen

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Clubs, Organizations, Activities SKHS provides a variety of clubs and activities in which students are encouraged to become involved. Below is a partial list . . . ANIMEÉ CLUB Advisor: ............................... Ryan Johnson ART CLUB Advisor: ........................ Donald Sandmann ASB/ACTIVITIES/CLUBS Advisor: ....................... Nancy Fairweather ASL CLUB Advisor: ................................... Beth Cordy ATHLETIC MEDICINE CLUB Advisor: ..................................... Chris Hiatt BUILDERS OF UNITY Advisor: ................................... Bev Painter CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Advisor: .......................... Myrl Williamson CHINESE CLUB Advisor………..……………..Drew Toop D & D GAMING Advisor…………………Matthew Swager DEBATE Advisor: .................................. Jeanne Blair Co-Advisor:………………Christina Emig DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) Advisor: .................................. Sean Duttry FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) Advisor: .................................... Susie Nass FFA (Future Farmers of America) Advisors: ………………Mike Sheppard, ……Katie Atkinson, & Kirsti Whitmyre FRENCH CLUB Advisor: ............................... Chance Corey GERMAN CLUB Advisor: ................................. Bruce Lewin

GRAPHICS CLUB/TSA Advisor: ................................ Cathy Duttry GSA Advisor: ........................ Martha Hammann INTERACT Advisor………….………..April Emerson JAPANESE HONOR SOCIETY Advisor…………..…………Taka Masai KEY CLUB Advisor: ................................. Josh Disney KNOWLEDGE BOWL Advisors: ……..…Maude Stearns-Droker, ........................................... Matt McIntyre K-POP…………………..Laura Lockhart LIFESAVERS Advisors……………...…Cynthia Nunley NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Advisor: ............................ Kris Schweigert PHOTO CLUB Advisor…………………….Cathy Duttry STEM CLUB Advisors: .................... Stephanie Winslow, Bev Painter, Joel Houston SIGN CHOIR Advisor………….……..Elizabeth Cordy SPANISH CLUB Advisor: .................................. Anna Keene THEATRE PRODUCTIONS Advisors: ... Aleks Merilo, Deborah Emans VOCAL MUSIC Advisor…………………..….Mike Allen YEARBOOK Advisor: ............................. Laura Lockhart

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GRADUATION INFORMATION Graduation Requirements

The South Kitsap School District abides by state standards for graduation from SKHS. The state board sets minimum requirements for graduation (WAC 180-56-

021), but gives local school boards authority to develop reasonable additional graduation requirements. Following are requirements for graduation:

  Subject 

  Minimum

Requirements For SKHS Diploma 

Class of

2017-2018 

Minimum

Requirements For SKHS Diploma 

Classes of 2019-2020 

NEW Minimum

Requirements For SKHS Diploma 

Classes of 2021 and beyond

English 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits

Math (through a

minimum of Advanced Algebra)

3 credits 3 credits

3 credits

Science (at least

1 lab science)

2 credits

3 credits

3 credits

Social Studies 3 credits 3 credits+ 3 credits

World Language None 2 credits++

2 credits++

The Arts 1 credit 2 credit (1 credit++)

2 credit (1 credit++)

P. E. (At least 1 Swim class)

.5 health credit 1.5 PE credits

.5 health credit 1.5 PE credits

.5 health credit 1.5 PE credits

Career Ed. Classes

1 credit

1 credit

1 credit

Electives 7 credits+ 4 credits 10 credits

Totals 23 credits 24 credits 30 credits

 

Semester courses = ½ credit Year long courses = 1 credit

  + To inc lude Washington State H istory, if not previous ly taken and passed. Beginning with the C lass of 2016, Washington State H istory will be offered in the 7 th grade. ++ Students may substitute c lasses that meet their P ersonalized P athway. C ontact counselors for paperwork

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The state minimum high school graduation requirements are:

1. High School and Beyond Plan— A High School and Beyond Plan includes, a career goal, an educational goal, a four-year high school course plan, identification of assessments necessary to achieve goals, and a plan for the year following graduation to meet their post-secondary education and career goals.

2. Complete a minimum number of credits in specific courses. 3. Pass state tests or approved alternatives to those tests.

State Mandated Assessments Students will need to meet standard in English Language Arts (ELA), Math, and Biology (EOC exams) to earn a diploma. The state-standardized transcript notes if the student passes any subject assessed by the Smarter Balance Assessments and EOC exams, and also notes if the student earned the Certificate of Academic Achievement. The notation will be limited to indicating that the student met the standard **For more information about the Washington State High School graduation requirements go to: http://www.k12.wa.us/graduationrequirements/Requirement-Credits.aspx or check the SKSD website: http://www.skschools.org and click on the High School and go to “Career Pathways

Graduation Ceremony In order to participate in South Kitsap High School commencement exercises, students must meet the requirements for graduation prior to the date of the exercise, must be enrolled in a minimum of five classes, be in attendance the second semester of the senior year, and be in good standing with South Kitsap High School through the commencement date. Students are expected to have professional dress and the appropriate cap and gown. Only the appropriate cap and gown are acceptable for the graduation ceremony.

Grading and Report Card Distribution A grading system has been mandated by the State. Used in calculating grade point averages and rank in class, it is as follows:

A = 4.0 B+ = 3.3 C+ = 2.3 D+ = 1.3 F = 0.0 A- = 3.7 B = 3.0 C = 2.0 D = 1.0 B- = 2.7 C- = 1.7

Grading Percentages: A = 100-93 B+ = 89-88 C+ = 79-78 D+ = 69-68 A- = 92-90 B = 87-83 C = 77-73 D = 67-60 B- = 82-80 C- = 72-70

Midterm grades will be posted approximately halfway through each semester, and delivered to students in PACK.

Final grades for 1st semester will be delivered to students in PACK. 2nd semester final grades will be mailed approximately two weeks after the last day of school.

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Final Exams Tests/performance assessments will be scheduled during the last week of each semester. Students leaving early will be expected to make up tests/performance assessments. Early finals are not allowed. Makeup finals will be made available by the teacher and/or through the Main Office. Contact grade level administrator to make arrangements.

Progress Reports Parent/Guardian may request progress reports. Teachers will record this information in the Student Handbook/Planner. The student needs to present his/her planner to each teacher at the beginning of the period. Teachers will update Skyward grades throughout the grading period.

Schedule Corrections Schedules are based on student selections made during the registration process. Students are given a preliminary schedule and the opportunity to make corrections prior to each semester. Schedule corrections must be completed prior to the beginning of each semester, during scheduled times at lunch. Requests for specific teachers are not available. Dropping a class after the semester begins may result in a failing grade recorded on the transcript. A "no credit" may be available if the withdrawal is due to an emergency or medical reason. Once removed, a student may not return to the class for credit nor will s/he be able to attend another class in its place. Transportation to and/or from school is the responsibility of the student/parent/guardian.

Home/Hospital Instruction Up to three courses will be offered to students out of school for medical reasons. A doctor's authorization is required. See a counselor to request this service.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Our primary objective is to provide a safe school environment. We will do everything possible to ensure safety for every student and staff member. Success can only occur through a cooperative spirit among staff, students, parents, and community members. We expect every student to be courteous, honest, respectful, punctual, and have a positive, lifelong work ethic. These traits are critical for success.

Accident/Emergency Situations/911 Calls Every accident on school grounds or at school-sponsored events must be reported immediately to the staff person in charge or available school authority. School staff will try to reach a parent/guardian if a serious injury occurs. All serious conditions or injuries will result in 911 calls by administrative staff. Medical and emergency transportation costs are the responsibility of the parent/guardian.

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Assemblies Throughout the year, the administration, faculty, and students will provide educational and morale-boosting assemblies. Assemblies must be approved and scheduled through the ASB/Activities Coordinator and ASB/Activities Principal. Assemblies are an integral part of the school day. All students and staff are required to attend the assembly or an approved alternative option or activity. Expectations for attendance and policy regarding absences and truancies are detailed on pages 28-31.

Balloons and Flowers Due to our large enrollment and the safety of our students and staff, we are unable to accept delivery of balloons, flowers and gifts, including edibles. Thank you for your cooperation.

Book Room/Book Fines 7:15-8:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m.-12:25 p.m., & 2:00-2:30 p.m.

ASB hours 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The Book Room is located upstairs by the Library (see map). Students are required to have their student ID card to check out textbooks. Students will write their names in textbooks and it is recommended they

keep them covered. (Covers are available at the Book Room.) Students who would like a receipt for books they are checking in need to

request one at the time of the transaction. NOTE: Book Room does not keep copies of receipts.

If a student receives a damaged book, the student needs to return it within two weeks and identify the damage to receive a different book and/or ensure fines are not applied.

Students are encouraged to treat their textbooks respectfully as if they were personal property. Fines will be assessed for damages to books and/or barcodes. The use of book covers by students will decrease damage incurred during normal use.

Books are due to the Book Room when the class is finished using them (end of reading, end of semester, end of year). If books are not returned when due, a late fee ($1-$20) will be charged based on book value.

Any questions regarding book fines must be resolved within 20 school days of receipt.

NOTE: ID Cards will be issued to incoming sophomores and new students. A $5.00 replacement fee will be charged for lost or defaced ID cards. ID cards are not to be defaced in any way and will be confiscated when presented. Replacement fee is paid in the ASB office.

Career Center, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

The offices for our Career Counselor and Career Center Coordinator are both located in the Career Center. The Career Center offers extensive resources to assist students with their high school and post-high school career and

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educational plans. The Career Center Coordinator is also the contact for scholarships. We offer WOIS (Washington Occupational Information System), a comprehensive Internet-based resource that you and your parents can access from any Internet- connected computer, as well as in the Career Center. It can be used to explore specific career wage and education options, choose a possible career pathway, help select a college, and search for scholarships. The website is www.wois.org. Our site ID is assigned each year and available through the Career Center, SAT, ACT, and FAFSA resources/help can also be found here. Resume writing examples and interview preparation hints are also available, as well as opportunities to develop job skills and explore career options. Information is also available about PSNS, Work Study/Engineering Aid applications and other Apprenticeship resources, as well as a Jobs Board. Students should listen to the daily announcements for special-interest workshops, military and college visitations, and other Career Center activities. The Career Center computers (15) are available for student use before school, during tutorial/PACK, lunches, and after school.

Counseling / Guidance Office The purpose of the Guidance Office is to provide support services to the students with their personal, educational, and post-high school plans. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the many services offered by the Guidance Office, which include: guidance curriculum, support groups, community referrals, transitions, registration, graduation requirements, college entrance, financial aid, Running Start, etc.

Class of 2018 A-K Elayne Wallis - wallis@skschools.org L-Z Tawni Chinchilla - chinchilla@skschools.org Class of 2019 A-K Mary Hawksley - hawksley@skschools.org L-Z Heather Hays - hays@skschools.org Class of 2020 A-K Lisa Coffman - coffman@skschools.org L-Z Bree Malloy – malloy@skschools.org Class of 2021 A-K Graham O’Brien – obrien@skschools.org L-Z Kathy Hamill - hamill@skschools.org

IN CRISIS? Youth Suicide Prevention Program – 800-273-TALK Crisis Clinic – 360-479-3033 or 800-843-4793 Help Starts Here – Dial 211 Oasis Youth Line – 360-768-2076 Available 4pm-8pm Staffed by Youth

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Daily Bulletins WTV Daily News will be broadcast as per the schedule on page 6. Students not present for WTV should read the bulletin posted at the Attendance, Guidance, Main, or Career Center offices. Clubs, organizations/activities wanting information in the bulletin must have advisor approval and submit the announcement to the Athletic Office no later than 1:00 p.m. the day prior to publication. Announcements will be repeated only twice and may be edited.

Dances Student organizations desiring to sponsor a dance are required to obtain permission from the ASB/Activities administrator. Dances are intended for South Kitsap High School students. Permission may be obtained for guests to attend the Homecoming Dance, Tolo, and the Senior Prom. One guest or date is allowed per student. The Senior Prom is intended for SKHS seniors and their guests. Guests must be at least in 9th grade, and less than 21 years of age. Guest permission forms are available in the main office three weeks prior to each dance and are due back the Wednesday before the dance. A Parent/Guardian signature is required on all guest permission forms, as well as an administrator signature of the sending school if the guest is enrolled in a 9-12 school. Any alcohol/drug-related involvement, inappropriate dancing or infractions of other school rules at dances will result in school discipline and may involve police.

Ethnic Diversity Students of all races and cultural diversity are represented in our student body. All students are expected to treat each other with dignity as they go through their day. Everyone is encouraged to continue to develop a respect and an understanding for the contributions of all people in our society.

Exchange Students All foreign exchange students will be placed as Juniors. Foreign exchange students in good standing will be eligible to take part in end-of-year activities and participate in the graduation ceremony.

Fees and Deposits

Students will be charged for material used in making class projects. College in the High School and Advanced Placement classes may have additional charges. Refer to the On Track Catalog regarding course fees. Fees are payable to the ASB Office. Fines will be charged in cases where students lose or damage school equipment, property, or materials. To participate in school activities (dances, plays, clubs, athletics, graduation, etc.) all fees and fines must be paid. Diplomas will not be issued, nor transcripts sent, until all fines and fees are cleared for all grades 9 through 12. Students will be charged $1.00 for any transcript in excess of five. (Books not returned to the Bookroom on time will be charged a late fee.)

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Flag Salute As a part of RCW 28A.230.140, students not reciting the pledge will maintain a respectful silence. This would include students inside and outside of the classroom. Any students not abiding by this policy will be disciplined appropriately.

Food and Beverages All food and drink are to be consumed in the Commons. Food and drink are not to be consumed anywhere outside the Commons. A student outside the Commons will be asked to throw away food or drink immediately.

Internet Acceptable Use Policy Use of our computers is a privilege and should be for school purposes only. Appropriate use of the computer and the Internet means I WILL:

1. Respect school property by not disrupting, destroying, modifying or abusing computer equipment or the network;

2. Not destroy other people’s files with viruses or hacking tools; 3. Only access files that belong to me; 4. Use existing software and not install any other software without

permission; 5. Use only teacher-approved media or devices; 6. Obey the restrictions of the network filter; 7. Report anything inappropriate to my teacher or another adult

immediately; 8. Protect myself by not giving out personal information (including my

password) or leaving my computer unattended; 9. Be a good cyber-citizen and not use the computer to bully, harass or

put down others; 10. Respect the copyright of software and web sites and not plagiarize

the works of others. Failure to follow appropriate use will result in progressive discipline and possible loss of network use.

Library/Computer Lab 6:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

The staff welcomes students to the Library/Computer Lab to study, research, type, or read. RESOURCES: An Online Public Access Catalog, Destiny, is accessible to all users from the high school website. Additionally, books, magazines, and online subscriptions (Proquest and EBSCO) are available to everyone. Students must present their I.D. cards when checking out materials. Overdue materials will result in late fines. COMPUTER LAB: All students may access the Internet unless specified by parents/guardians in a note to the school district. To obtain login/password

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information, students will show SKHS ID cards to Library Staff who can access and/or change this information. Flash Drives: Flash drives are available for student check out with a student ID. Printing: Printing is 10 cents per page for anything from the internet (including teacher websites), any graphics/pictures, or any PowerPoints. Students should ask about printing costs prior to printing in the Lab and when printing multiple copies. STUDENT ACCOUNTS: Work can be saved into student accounts (U drives) and can be accessed from home via the student portal. Please follow these directions for accessing your student portal:

Go to the SKHS home page. Select Student Portal from the menu on the left. Log in to the portal with your username and password. Select “My Files”.

Students also have google accounts. Go to Google and sign in. Your account is your username@skstudent.org. Your password is the

same as your regular login password. Your Skyward account is also accessible in your student portal. TUTORIAL: Tutorial students are welcome to use the library for computer use or for book checkout during Tutorial if they have a PASS issued by their tutorial teacher. Students may be asked to return to class if the library has reached maximum capacity, or if they fail to stay on task. REMINDER: No food, beverages, or audible cell phone use is permitted at any time.

Medication at School Medication is defined as all prescription and over-the-counter medication.  Medication is to be given at the request of a healthcare provider & parent. Only essential oral medication should be prescribed during school hours. Emergency medications (i.e. Epi-Pen, insulin, inhalers for asthma) are

required PRIOR to the first day of school. Medication form #157 is required for each medication. Form #157 can be obtained from the school nurse or on line through the

district website and must be completed PRIOR to the administration of the medication(s).

Parents must bring all medication to the health room to increase student safety and for liability reasons and pick them up by the end of the current school year.

Medication must be in the pharmacy container with a complete label matching the Form #157 or in the original container for over-the-counter medication with the student’s name.

Each student is responsible for remembering to take the medication. School personnel cannot legally administer a forgotten home dose unless

those instructions are included on form #157.

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Any changes in the type or dose of medication require a new #157 form. Each #157 form expires at the end of the school year. A new #157 form

must be filled out for the next school year. Medication is disposed of at the end of the school year unless claimed by

the student or parent. Medication subject to federal control regulation, like ADHD or pain

medication, needs to be claimed by parent or guardian, not the student. For any questions, please call the school nurse at 360-874-5625.

Personal Property Students should leave their personal property at home. South Kitsap High School is not responsible for any item of personal property that is brought to school. Electronic devices are disruptive to the school environment and teachers will expect such devices to be put away during class time. First Offense: Teacher confiscates item and student picks up from teacher. Second Offense: Teacher confiscates item, student will pick up from dean. Third Offense: Parent will pick up from dean. Subsequent offenses will result in progressive discipline for insubordination. Playing iPods/cell phones in lockers is also prohibited.

Release of Directory Information Directory information (including names, addresses, and phone numbers) may be released to Military Services and colleges for recruiting purposes. Each September all students/parents/guardians receive an Acknowledgement of Receipt form which includes ‘opt out’ options for release of information and photos. If you do not wish for this directory information to be released, please mark that on the form when it is returned to the high school. NOTE: Information is released to the Military for juniors and seniors ONLY. Freshmen and sophomores do NOT need to opt out for military.

School Resource Officer Program The Port Orchard Police, Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office and South Kitsap School District developed a community policing program with the philosophy that both law enforcement and educators share in the responsibility for identifying and preventing juvenile behavior that leads to crimes that occur both at school and in the community.

School Resource Officers assigned to our schools work in situations that may require mediation or intervention with problems involving students. The SRO can meet with parents to discuss student problems and often becomes involved in individual conferences when needed. The SRO works closely with school administrators and staff in assisting students. Our students spend most of their day in school; the SRO can provide the greatest opportunity to work with young people to prevent delinquent behavior and develop positive relationships. School Resource Officers spend some of their time in classrooms talking about subjects such as constitutional law, drug and substance abuse, and criminal law. If you need the assistance of the SRO, please contact the main office.

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School Transportation All students attending the South Kitsap School District and meeting the eligibility requirements for bus transportation prescribed by the district have the privilege to use the transportation facilities of the district (RCW 28A.2A.060). Bus information can be found at www.skschools.org. The “Rules for Students Riding School Buses” are published annually by the Superintendent of Public Instruction, and other rules as approved by the South Kitsap School District. Students must provide written permission to the main office, before school, if they desire to ride a different bus than the one they are assigned. Notes should include student name and grade level, bus number, and destination or full name of person with whom student is riding. All notes require parent/guardian signature. Student ID may be requested upon boarding. Students abusing this riding privilege may have it revoked.

Student Grievance/Complaint Procedure If a student, staff, and counselor conference cannot resolve a problem between a student and a staff member, the following procedure should be followed:

1. A written statement from parent/guardian identifying the problem is given to assistant principal.

2. Assistant principal will investigate and make a decision. 3. Decision of assistant principal may be appealed to the principal.

Student Recognition

Students are recognized in a variety of ways. Each month one female and one male student per grade level are recognized at a Student of the Month luncheon for school spirit, work ethic, motivation, preparedness and helpfulness. Each Semester, full time students may also receive Academic Progress Award certificates: Honor Roll Principal’s List

Semester GPA 3.2-3.69 Semester GPA 3.7-4.0 Principal Achievement Perfect Attendance Semester GPA improvement of 1.0 For Semester At a Spring Celebration of Success Awards Dessert, Departmental Students of the Month, Academic Scholars, Students of the Month, and students with perfect attendance receive recognition.

Student Related Policies Several School Board policies are of interest to students, e.g., regarding student rights and responsibilities, equal educational opportunities, teacher authority,

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discipline, medication, student records, and visitors. These policies are all bound in a separate booklet, available upon request from the Main Office.

Telephone Use Students are not permitted to leave class to use the phone. Office phones are available for student use in cases of emergency. Discretion is used when taking and delivering student messages.

Tutorial/PACK

All students are assigned to a PACK advisor. Students are expected to attend PACK sessions on Friday mornings and complete PACK lessons. Tutorial takes place on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (see bell schedule) and is required of all students. Tutorial should be used as academic intervention and enrichment.

Visitors To ensure the highest level of safety and security, students may not bring guests to school. Students from other schools and/or former South Kitsap High School students may not visit teachers or students during school hours. All visitors, including parents, classroom volunteers and speakers, must check in at the Main Office. Access to students and staff members, or visitors to classrooms, is at the discretion of the administrative staff. Visitors will be restricted to parents, guardians, grandparents (with written parental permission) and campus mentors, with the purpose of conducting business of educational value like IEP/504 meetings and guest lectures.

Work Authorization Washington state law requires work authorizations for minors in the workplace. Bring your completed form to the main office to get the necessary school authorization signature. Please allow a 24-hour turnaround time.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

STUDENT BEHAVIOR School rules have been developed to encourage respect for self, others, and property. Students and staff must be guaranteed an environment that is safe. Mutual respect is the underlying principle in the classroom, in the hallways, and on school grounds. All rules will be publicized, explained, and equitably enforced. Progressive discipline is used to improve student behavior and guarantee due process. Infractions may result in discipline which includes: warning, detention, removal from class with failing grade AND loss of credit, short-term suspension, long-term suspension, or expulsion. Discipline may occur

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for offenses on school property, on school transportation, close proximity to school grounds, bus stops and school-sponsored events. Students identified as having a disability or suspected of having a disability may have additional due process rights and safeguards. These safeguards will be taken into consideration when discipline is imposed. Special Education students will be disciplined under Special Education policy. The following acts or omissions by a student, on or off school premises, at school or school-sponsored activities, shall constitute sufficient cause for discipline, suspension or expulsion:

Active participant in a fight or verbal confrontation Assault on another student or staff member Cheating/plagiarizing assignments/misrepresentation Closed campus/parking violations Commission of any criminal act as defined by law Destruction or defacing of school property Disruptive conduct Extortion or harassment of another student or staff member (verbal,

sexual, physical, or through electronic media). Ethnic or sexual harassment or intimidation will not be allowed.

Failure to identify oneself to a South Kitsap School District employee Fraudulent phone messages or forged notes Gang activity Immoral conduct Improper use/access of the internet /computer network Inappropriate displays of affection Insubordination (disobedience to reasonable instructions of school

authorities) Observing a fight or impeding the actions of staff to assist in stopping

the fight Possession or use of any dangerous weapon or object Profanity or vulgarity Theft Use/sale or possession of tobacco, alcoholic beverages, drugs or

narcotics

CONSEQUENCES

Assault and fighting (see page 24) 1st level- 10 day short term suspension or expulsion 2nd level- Long term suspension or expulsion Taking pictures/video of a physical/verbal altercation or bullying situation (see page 24 and 28) 1st level- Friday Night School 2nd level- 10 day short term suspension

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Sharing pictures/video of physical/verbal altercations or bullying situation (see page 24 and 28) 1st level- 3 day suspension 2nd level- 10 day short term suspension 3rd level- Long term suspension Closed campus/restricted areas (see page 25) 1st level- Warning and parent contact (phone and note) 2nd level- Detention 3rd level- Friday Night School 4th level- 10 day short term suspension 5th level- Long-term suspension Cheating (see page 25) 1st level- Staff referral and parent contact. Administrative

conference with possible “F” on test or assignment. Friday Night School.

2nd level- Failure of class *subsequent acts of cheating in the future may impact credit for classes Electronic device (see page 17) 1st level- Pick up at the end of class from Teacher 2nd level- Pick up from Dean at the end of the day 3rd level- Parent pick up Subsequent violations will result in progressive discipline for insubordination. Failure to check out when leaving campus – Truancy Failure to complete detention time 1st level- Time doubled or Friday Night School Repeat offenders – suspension Forged/Altered note/document (see page 24-25 ‘Cheating/Misrepresentation’) 1st level- Friday Night School and parental notification 2nd level- 10 day short term suspension 3rd level- Long term suspension Gang Activity or Affiliation (see page 27) Any gang affiliation shall be subject to disciplinary action according

to the misconduct section. Harassment, bullying, or intimidation of others (including sexual harassment) - (see page 27) 1st level- Parental notification and detention or Friday Night

school 2nd level- 10 day short term suspension 3rd level- Long-term suspension/expulsion

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Insubordination (see page 27) 1st level- Removal from class period; warning; parental notification 2nd level- Detention or Friday Night School 3rd level- 10 day suspension 4th level- Long-term suspension Misconduct (see page 25) 1st level- Verbal or written warning by staff 2nd level- Student is given written referral by staff. Student has a

conference with the dean. The referral is sent home. Detention or Friday Night School will be assigned.

3rd level- 10 day suspension 4th level- Long term suspension or expulsion for the balance of

the semester and loss of academic grades. Tobacco or facsimile of – Possession or use (see page 27-28) 1st level- - Student shall be suspended for 2 days - Parent conference required 2nd level- -Student shall be suspended for up to 5 days, and in the

event that the student is under the age of 18, a referral will be made to the School Resource Officer for a citation of a minor in possession of tobacco.

3rd level- - Student will be long term suspended. - Student will be referred to hearing officer for citation

for minor in possession of tobacco. Alcohol, illegal drugs or mind altering substances – use or possession (see page 27-28) 1st level- - Student will be Emergency Expelled - Law Enforcement will be contacted - Emergency expulsion may be modified if a student

participates in an assessment by an agency approved by the South Kitsap School District. The district requires release of the assessment information and that the student follows the assessment recommendations. If the student does not complete the recommendations of the assessment, any remaining suspension days will go into effect. Child protective services may be contacted if the parents or guardians do not follow through with the recommendations.

2nd level- - Student shall be placed on emergency expulsion -Parent and student may request a district office hearing - Law enforcement will be contacted - As a result of the recommendation of the district

hearing officer and/or building administration, coupled with consideration of the student’s prior record

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(behavior, attendance, academics), the expulsion may be modified with terms for re-admittance.

- Child protective services may be contacted. Subsequent offenses for use or possession - The student will be expelled from the district pursuant

to WAC 180-40-275 - No provision for modification of expulsion by

participating in an assessment First offense for selling and/or delivering alcohol, illegal drugs, or mind altering substances - The student will be placed on emergency expulsion with

a recommendation of the student being expelled from the district.

- Law enforcement will be contacted. Theft (see page 28) Suspension or expulsion, depending upon the situation;

restitution and police referral, depending on severity of the theft

All infractions other than those listed above will be dealt with as ‘misconduct’. (see page 25, ‘Conduct’)

Discipline/Policies

Assault/Fighting/Verbal Confrontation Verbal confrontations and fights are a disruption to the regular school day and violate R.C.W. 28A.635.030. Inflicting, threatening or attempting to inflict physical injury on another person, or mutual combat between two or more students is prohibited. A student who is not the principal aggressor in a fight, or who fails to withdraw from a fight as soon as reasonably possible, may also be guilty of assault. Any student taking pictures of video of a physical/verbal altercation or bullying incident, or sharing a picture or video of a physical/verbal altercation, will result in discipline.

Campus Parking Violations

All student parking on campus is prepaid, non-reserved parking. Parking is a privilege, with seniors receiving first priority. This privilege can be revoked. Students must park in student parking only. When driving on campus all traffic

rules and signs must be observed. Student must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and proof of insurance coverage. Student and parent must read and sign the Parking Consent Policy. The parking fee must be paid at the ASB Office. Vehicles parked in fire zones, in an illegal manner, or in violation of South Kitsap parking contract will be impounded at owner’s expense. South Kitsap High School is not responsible for any towing costs. Student parking

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permits may not be sold or transferred to another person. Any student that buys or sells a parking pass will be subject to disciplinary action. First Offense - $10.00 fine, parent contacted Second Offense - $20.00 fine, parent notified that next offense will result in possible tow or ticket. Third Offense - Loss of parking privileges and possible towing of vehicle at the owner’s expense. Questions related to parking should be directed to Building Security. Vehicles may be towed without warning. The South Kitsap School District is not responsible for damage to, or theft from, vehicles parked on school grounds. Valuables should not be left in vehicles. Students who park vehicles off campus are not allowed to go to their vehicles during the school day.

Closed Campus/Restricted Areas Closed Campus: South Kitsap High School is a closed campus, which means that students are required to remain on campus from the time of arrival until departure at the end of the school day. If students use school transportation, they may not leave campus after arriving in the morning or before boarding the bus at the end of the school day. Students may not have visitors and non-students may not be on campus during the school day. Restricted Areas: During school hours, students are not permitted in the parking lot, swimming pool area, tennis court area, athletic fields, the front lawn, sidewalk or adjacent property. Student use of hallways will be restricted during lunch times. (Students are allowed in the commons, behind and in the bleachers, and in the covered area in the front of the building.)

Cheating/Misrepresentation/Forged Notes Cheating includes, but is not limited to the following:

Submitting any part of another person’s work as one’s own; plagiarism; copying another person’s work, including internet.

Making any effort to distribute class assignments or test information without teacher permission to another student (written or verbal).

Misuse of any periodical, literary or internet source. Misrepresentation-giving a false, improper, or imperfect

representation of facts; or failing to represent correctly or properly is prohibited

Note: Cheating infractions accumulate throughout high school career. Second or subsequent level does not have to be in the same class.

Conduct

South Kitsap High School has a zero tolerance policy for violent behavior. Any pupil who willfully performs or fails to perform any act which materially

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and substantially interferes with, or is detrimental to, the orderly operation of a school or school-sponsored activity or any other aspect of the educational process within the district, shall be subject to discipline, suspension or expulsion by authorized school personnel. Student conduct infractions are cumulative throughout the student’s high school career and affect areas that extend to 1,000 feet of school district property. Administrative discipline can enter at any level depending on the severity of the misbehavior/classroom referral.

Displays of Affection South Kitsap High School is a public place. We expect our students to conduct themselves accordingly. Inappropriate displays of affection are not acceptable. Continuing inappropriate behavior will result in school discipline.

Firearms on School Premises If any student is found in possession of a dangerous weapon or explosive device(s) on school property or at a school sponsored event, law enforcement will be called and student will be subject to suspension or expulsion. Any student in possession or use of a firearm on school property, school transportation, or any school-sponsored event, shall be expelled for not less than one calendar year, including notification of law enforcement and parents/guardian. Expulsion may be modified on a case-by-case basis by the district Superintendent or designee. (School Policy 3330 and 3335, RCW 9.41.250 and RCW 9.41.280, RCW 28A.600.420 and RCW 28A.600.010) Dangerous weapons include, but are not limited to, the following: Any firearm (replica, air gun, [BB’s, pellet or other projectile] discharged

by compressed air, carbon dioxide, other gas or spring) Any knife Any club Knuckles Leaded gloves Chains Padlock/bandana combination Weighted striking devices Any martial arts fighting device (stars, forks, swords, nun-chu-ka sticks) Firecrackers Lighters Any item used in a harmful/threatening manner to student/staff safety

Dress Dress Code standards are designed to prepare students for transition to the next educational level or workplace. Principles of appropriate attire are necessary to establish an atmosphere conducive to successful learning. The responsibility for appropriate dress rests with the student and his/her parents/guardians, and be consistent with the educational mission of South Kitsap High School. The following clothing is unacceptable:

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Any representation of drugs, alcohol, and/or weapons

Visible undergarments Cleavage/bare midriffs See-through garments Sunglasses

Bare backs and underarms Blankets Shorts/skirts shorter than

finger-tip length Hoods/bandanas

Gang Activity or Affiliation Gangs are groups that identify themselves in some negative manner, generally with signs, symbols, and dress, and engage in criminal activity. Any student wearing, carrying, or displaying gang paraphernalia, or exhibiting behavior or gestures which symbolize gang membership, or causing and/or participating in activities which intimidate or affect the attendance or school routine of another student shall be subject to disciplinary action under misconduct and may be entered at any level depending upon the circumstances.

Harassment/Intimidation Creation by words, acts, or symbols spoken, written or through electronic media on-line through social networking media, e-mails, texting or phone calls of a hostile, threatening or intimidating environment for others is prohibited. Harassment specifically includes, but is not

limited to, harassment with reference to the national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual preference or disability of another. Unlawful sexual harassment is defined as follows: Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when (1) such conduct interferes with student/employee’s work or educational activities, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or educational environment; (2) submission to or rejection of such conduct affects employment or educational opportunities or achievement; or (3) submission to such conduct is made an implicit or explicit condition of employment, or academic opportunities or achievement. South Kitsap High School will not tolerate sexual harassment or any other kind of harassment or intimidation. Harassment/intimidation results in increased absenteeism, inefficiency, and loss of productivity among staff and students. This school will take a proactive role in protecting students and staff from any type of harassment or intimidation. Any act of this nature is prohibited on school property, at school events, or outside of school and then disrupts the learning environment. It will result in discipline, suspension, or expulsion. It applies to all persons, regardless of gender or age. Reprisals (revenge) for reporting harassment against the person who reported it is illegal. False claims of harassment are also illegal. To initiate a complaint, see class administrator, dean, or counselor as soon as possible. All reports and investigations will remain confidential.

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Insubordination Any student who fails to follow reasonable directions of a staff member or interferes in the duties of a staff member will be subject to suspension. This includes giving false information to the staff, which would inhibit the performance of their duties. (28A.635.010)

Self-Injury Self-injury is defined as deliberate mutilation of the body or a body part. Any identified self-injury will constitute immediate notification of parent, family or guardian by school personnel.

Theft Stealing or assisting in stealing of private property, school district property, or information (tests, quizzes, school keys, grade books, computer disks, etc.) will be disciplined.

Transportation Infractions Any misconduct by a student, which in the opinion of the bus driver is detrimental to the safe operation of the school bus or endangers the safety or welfare of fellow students, may be sufficient cause for suspension of bus riding privileges. In addition, when a student refuses to give his or her name to a school bus driver upon request, the student will be advised that he/she will not be permitted to ride a school bus to or from school the next day or until there is a meeting with the appropriate administrator, driver, student, and parent.

Video and Pictures of Discipline Incidents Any student taking pictures or video, or sharing pictures or video, of a physical/verbal altercation or bullying incident will result in progressive discipline.

Use, Possession, and/or Sale of Tobacco, Alcohol, Drugs and/or Substances

Tobacco on School Premises: Tobacco use or possession on school district property by anyone is a violation of State Law. The use or possession of tobacco or facsimile of on, or in proximity, to a campus or at a school-sponsored activity away from school is a violation of school policy and students will be subject to school discipline. (School Policy 3330, RCW 28A.210.310) Use, Sale or Possession of Substances: Students will not possess, use, or be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, narcotics, intoxicants of any kind, substances purported to be the same as and/or related paraphernalia on school grounds, at on- or off-campus school-sponsored activities, en route to and from school, and/or while attending school. Behaviors listed above are against the law and will involve law enforcement, and students will be subject to school discipline. (School Policy 3330 and 3415, United States Dept. of Education Federal Certification Guidelines)

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NOTE: In the event that the recommendations of assessment are not followed (or the student fails to attend the Insight Class or Risk/Reduction class), the student will be placed on probationary status. Any future violation of any portion of South Kitsap School District Student Conduct Policy 3330 will be grounds for a long-term suspension. In the event that the student and family is not in agreement with the results and recommendations provided by a single assessment agency, they may seek and provide a second opinion from a state-certificated drug/alcohol agency at parent/guardian expense. This assessment will only be considered valid if the second agency is provided with the documentation and findings of the initial assessment prior to the second evaluation. Search and Seizure (28A.600.230, 28A.600.210): Due to the fact that illegal drug activity and weapons at school pose a significant threat, any students displaying physical behavior of chemical use and/or threats of weapon use, or upon referral from another reliable source when reasonable suspicion exists, may have their possessions searched by appropriate school personnel. SKHS Administration reserves the right under due cause.

ATTENDANCE/TARDIES/TRUANCIES South Kitsap District Policy: A student’s attendance and/or participation are considered an integral part of the educational process. Tardiness and/or absences may have an adverse effect upon the student’s academic grade and/or credit. Attendance: Each student shall be in school daily and report to his/her classes on time as scheduled. Washington State Law discourages parents from requesting a student’s absence for reasons other than his/her personal illnesses. Students are absent if they arrive more than 10 minutes late to any class. Arrival before that time but after the bell is considered tardy. Students must check in at the Attendance office to receive a pass. Students arriving after 7:35 a.m. will be considered absent for that period. If arriving later throughout the school day, the student must sign in with the Attendance Office.

A student is limited to a total of nine (9) absences per class. Parent/guardian letters are sent out by e-mail when the student has been absent six (6) times in any class. If a student is absent ten (10) times in any class, a letter is sent to the parent/guardian and also an e-mail specifying in which class the absences have occurred, resulting in loss of credit (NC). It also explains options that the student has as far as appealing the loss of credit. Students have the right to appeal the loss of credit decision. An Attendance Appeals form can be obtained from the attendance office, counselor or dean. Upon completion of the Attendance Appeals form, the student is to submit it to

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their assistant principal. The assistant principal then makes the decision as to whether extenuating circumstances do exist and the student is not to receive loss of credit. For planned extended absences of 5 school days or more (i.e. hospitalization, vacation), a parent letter should be given to the attendance office at least 4 days in advance. The student will be given a form to take around for each of their teachers’ signatures. Teacher assistants (TAs) are expected to be either in their assigned teacher’s room or on a specific task or they will be considered truant. The following absences are considered extenuating circumstances: Medical or dental reasons if excused with a medical practitioner’s note Court appearances if excused by a court document Therapies if excused by a therapist’s note Bereavement with some type of documentation (i.e. Mass card, memorial

brochure, etc.) Family emergency which is communicated to the class assistant principal Religious observances School-sanctioned high school activities Short-term or long-term suspensions Military events pertaining to students or parents with documentation, (ie:

students attending MEPS or official ceremonies for parents) Returning to school following an absence: Students should bring a signed note from a parent/guardian to the

Attendance Office. (If a student does not bring a note or have a parent call within two (2) days of the absence, it will be considered an unexcused absence.)

18 year old students, with parent/guardian permission and approval of the Assistant Principal, may write their own excuse notes. This privilege may be revoked if abused. Students may obtain this form from the Attendance Office.

*It is the student’s responsibility to obtain all make-up work from their teachers immediately upon returning to school. Teachers may or may not allow students to make up work/tests missed due to truancy. Tardies: It is the expectation that students will arrive to class on time. Students who arrive after class starts create disruptions which result in the loss of learning time. Tardies are cumulative throughout the school day and semester. Discipline for tardies is as follows:

#1 Warning given – Teacher #2 Warning given – Teacher

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#3 Warning given and teacher phone call placed home informing them that the next tardy will result in a referral

#4 Referral to the Dean – 1 hour detention assigned #5 Referral to the Dean - 2 hours detention assigned #6 Referral to the Dean - Friday Night School #7 and up –Referral to the Dean – possible Friday Night

Schools/suspension Truancy: Truancy is defined as: Absent from any part of a class without permission Abusing hall pass privileges (i.e. using more time than allowed, going

someplace other than indicated on the pass) Leaving school without checking out at Attendance Office Failing to sign in/out of health room Forged notes or forged phone calls Failing to sign in with the Attendance Office when arriving after 7:25 a.m. The student who is truant all day or any part of the day will be disciplined. Time and work missed due to truancy may have a negative effect on the grade. 1st Level Conference with Dean/Administrator 2nd Level Conference with Dean/Administrator with detention

assigned 3rd Level Conference with Dean/Administrator with detention, Friday

Night School assigned 4th Level Conference with Dean/Administrator with Friday Night

School assigned 5th Level Short term suspension (1-10 days), Parent, Dean,

Administrator Conference 6th Level Long-term suspension for the remainder of the semester

and loss of academic grades/credits Student demonstrations or skip-days that cause absence from class and/or disrupt the educational process will be treated as a second level truancy or higher if previous truancies have been recorded. South Kitsap High School does not sanction any skip day. Off-Campus: Prior to the 1st block of each day, a student who is leaving campus for a non-school activity must check out through the Attendance Office by bringing a note signed by a parent/guardian or a parent phone call. This applies to students who have attended their 0-hour class but must leave campus, and for students who need to be off campus during their 7th hour class. An “off-campus” will be counted as an absence from class. If the student returns to campus during the same school day s/he must check back in through the Attendance Office. Early Release: Early releases are discouraged at SKHS. A senior may request, with parent approval, one period of early release per semester (total of two per year). Students requesting an early release must be on line to graduate and must

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provide their own transportation. Exceptions must be approved by class administrator. Exemptions may be granted for: a student living on his/her own and s/he is the only means of support (needs to be verified); medical reason verified by letter from doctor or physician; a student whose class has already graduated. Early-release students must leave campus immediately after their final class.

SOUTH KITSAP HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES CODE

Extra-Curricular Activities Students must meet scholastic, attendance, and behavior standards listed in the Activities Code (below). Students who participate in after-school activities are expected to have a 3rd/6th block class, i.e. no early release.

Sports South Kitsap High School has a well-rounded sports program that encourages all students to participate. All students involved in athletic activities are required to sign the Activities Pledge, pay a transportation user fee per sport, have a current sports physical on file, have a current ASB card, and abide by rules and eligibility standards as established by the SK School District and the W.I.A.A. See the head coach or Athletic Director for a detailed explanation of extra-curricular regulations. Students interested in playing sports at Division I or II schools need to see the Athletic Director and their guidance counselor to check course selection and complete NCAA Clearinghouse registration online at www.eligibilitycenter.org.

Appendix A SOUTH KITSAP SCHOOL DISTRICT GRADE ELIGIBILITY POLICY

Schedule Passing All Classes Failing 1 class 4 Period schedule 7 points 8 points 5 Period schedule 9 points 10 points 6 Period schedule 11 points 12 points L7 Period schedule 13 points 14 points

“A”= 4 PTS. “B”= 3 PTS. “C”= 2 PTS. “D”= 1 PT. “F”= 0 PTS.

*Plusses and minuses are not figured into the point total. *Add 1 point to each Advanced Placement class.

**HIGH SCHOOL SEASONS** Fall Season: Determined by previous year final grades Winter Season: Determined by semester 1 midterms

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Spring Season: Determined by semester 1 final grades Any student participating in athletics and/or activities is subject to Progressive Discipline in addition to the Activities Code. Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs:

1. A student must be free from the presence of, use or possession of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products on or off campus to be eligible to participate in extra-curricular activities.

2. A participant in extra-curricular activities is expected to leave the premises of a function involving illegal use of drugs or alcohol in a safe and reasonable time frame. Failure to do so may result in the same disciplinary action as for those who indulged in their use.

Discipline for in-season violations:

1st offense: - Suspension from competition for 25% of the season - All practice requirements will remain.

- Required drug/alcohol insight class/assessment 2nd offense: - Suspension from activity for one calendar year 3rd offense: - Expulsion from activity for duration of high school career

Discipline for out-of-season violations: ‘Out of season’ is defined as summer break.

1st offense: - Meeting with coach, athletic director, student, and parents - Required drug/alcohol insight class/assessment before

student can participate in activities

Any discipline for subsequent out-of-season violations will be administered at a minimum first level for in-season violation.

PROCEDURE FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTION I. The head coach/advisor, principal and/or assistant principal and activities/athletic

director shall jointly make decisions in relation to disciplinary action resulting from violation of the activities code.

II. The student participating in any extracurricular activity will be notified of the reason(s) for any disciplinary action. Also, s/he will be notified how s/he may make necessary corrections.

III. Parents will be notified of probation, removal or dismissal status in writing. IV. Appeals of disciplinary actions should be promptly directed to the principal.

Appeals will be subject to Due Process Rights under WAC 180-40-240 and District Policy 5341 dealing with discipline. For further information regarding participation in activities and athletics, contact the Activities/Athletics office at 360-874-5731.

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TITLE IX INFORMATION

Provided for Parents, Students and Employees of South Kitsap School District #402

In 1972 Congress passed Title IX of the Education Amendments which prohibits sex discrimination in federally assisted programs. On May 27, 1975, President Ford signed the final version of the regulations which govern that legislation. What is Title IX? Title IX is the portion of the Education Amendments of 1972 which prohibits sex discrimination in federally assisted education programs. Specifically, Title IX states: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” The governing regulations-effective July 21, 1975-cover all aspects of sex discrimination in schools with regard to admissions, treatment of students, and employment. In an effort to comply with Title IX, South Kitsap School District has appointed Ms. Rita Reandeau to coordinate its Title IX effort. Ms. Reandeau can be reached at the District Administration Center, 1962 Hoover Ave, Port Orchard, or by phoning 360-443-3625. In further conformity with Title IX, the following grievance procedure will be used in reference to questions or complaints, raised by students of the District, dealing specifically with Title IX.

TITLE IX: STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

I. Definition: A “grievance” shall mean a complaint which has been filed by a student or by a student’s parent on his/her behalf, dealing specifically with Title IX. This grievance procedure is not applicable to situations for which other appeal and adjudication procedures are provided in state laws or in which the Board is without authority to act.

II. Purpose: The primary purpose of this procedure is to secure, at the earliest level possible, equitable solutions to a claim of a complainant, if the claim is justifiable. The proceedings shall be kept confidential at each level of this procedure.

III. Time: The number of days indicated at each level shall be regarded as a maximum and every effort shall be made to expedite the process. However, the time limits specified may be extended by mutual agreement of the complainant and the administration. Level One: A. The student shall make an oral request stating the alleged violation to the

teacher involved. If the allegation is not resolved, the student shall: B. Present to the building principal a written report of the alleged violation. The

building principal shall reply to the student within 10 working days. If the allegation is not resolved the student shall:

Level Two: A. Present to the district Title IX compliance office, a written report of the

alleged violation. The compliance officer shall make a thorough investigation and submit a written report and recommendation to the district superintendent.

B. The district superintendent shall respond in writing to the complaining party as expeditiously as possible, but in no event later than 30 calendar days, following the compliance officer’s report.

C. In the event a complainant remains aggrieved as a result of action or in-action of the district superintendent, s/he shall:

Level Three: A. Within 10 days of receiving written notice from the superintendent, file a

written notice of appeal with the secretary of the board of directors. B. The board of directors shall schedule a hearing on or before the 20th day

following the written notice of appeal.

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C. In the event a complainant remains aggrieved with the decision of the local school board, s/he may:

Level Four: A. Appeal the board’s decision to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. B. A written notice of appeal must be received by the State Superintendent on or

before the 10th day following the date upon which the complainant received written notice of the school board’s decision.

IV. Withdrawal: A complaint may be withdrawn by the complainant at any level without prejudice or record.

V. Hearing and Decisions: At each of the above four levels the complainant shall be given the opportunity to be present and to be heard. All decisions at each level (with the exception of Level One-A) shall be in writing and shall include supporting reasons. Copies of all decisions and recommendations shall be furnished promptly to all parties of interest.

VI. Reprisals: No reprisal of any kind shall be taken by or against any party of legitimate interest or any legitimate participant in the grievance procedure by reason of such participation.

The South Kitsap School District #402 complies with all state and federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any employment, programs, or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guides or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Coordinator Compliance Coordinator/ADA Shelby MacMeekin Misty Dieffenbach 2689 Hoover Ave SE 2689 Hoover Ave SE Port Orchard, WA Port Orchard, WA (360) 443-3625 (360) 874-7080 macmeekin@skschools.org dieffenbach@skschools.org Section 504 Coordinator Robin Christman 2689 Hoover Ave SE Port Orchard, WA (360) 443-3625 christman@skschools.org

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Categorical Programs, Assessment & Innovation at (360) 874-7060.

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SKHS Writing Guide Expository/Explanatory Essay: writing to explain or inform Argumentative Essay: writing to argue a point or position Synthesis: using multiple sources to support a thesis or position General Essay Outline:

I. Introductory Paragraph a. Attention Grabber b. Background information c. Central/Controlling Idea d. Thesis Statement or Position Statement

II. Body Paragraphs (can be repeated as many times as necessary to support thesis/position) a. Topic Sentence/Claim

i. Support 1. Evidence 2. Commentary

ii. Support 1. Evidence 2. Commentary

iii. Universal Commentary III. Concluding Paragraph

a. Reflect on controlling ideas, thesis/position, and major points

Quote Incorporation: Every quote should have an appropriate lead-in that

explains the SITUATION and SPEAKER (if applicable) and that follows one of the following punctuation rules:

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o If your lead-in is a complete sentence, use a colon before the quote. Wang Lung is distressed by the

drought: “ o If your lead-in is an introductory phrase or

clause or introduces someone speaking, use a comma. When O-lan sees the boys laughing

while they beg, she says, “ o Roll the quote into your own sentence. This

requires no punctuation. Wang Lung wanted to “go back . . .”

Always give the author and page number at the end of the quote. Notice the punctuation, period AFTER the parenthesis (if the quote includes a question or exclamation point then include it in the quote).

o When the family returns from the South, they notice immediately that “O-lan in the house was not idle” (Buck 145).

Always use MLA citation: See https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/ for the most up to date citation information Writing Effective Commentary: Questions to consider (SPIES):

1. Why choose this/these particular pieces of evidence? Why are they SIGNIFICANT?

2. What is the author’s PURPOSE in presenting the reader with this evidence?

3. How/why are these pieces of evidence supporting the thesis/position? Why are they IMPORTANT?

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4. What EFFECT do these pieces of evidence have on the reader (and how does it connect to the thesis/position)?

5. What SUGGESTION does this evidence make about a character or event?

 Verify a Source is Credible: Currency: Is the information recent enough for your topic/field of research? 

Was it published in the last 3 years or around the time of an original event? 

Relevancy: Does the information apply to your topic? 

Is it a primary or secondary source? 

How much of the information applies to your topic? 

Is the information general or detailed, balanced or biased? 

Authority: Who authored this information? Are they a trustworthy source of information? 

Was it a single person or several people? 

Was it a corporation or organization? 

Are their credentials provided? 

Are methods/references provided? 

Was it peer‐reviewed? Purpose: Why was this written? 

Who is the intended audience? 

Is the information intended to inform, persuade, sell, entertain, …? 

Is this a first‐hand account of an event or research? 

Does the author have a vested interest in the topic?