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1 Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions Student and Parent Handbook “Continuous effort - not strength or intelligence - is the key to unlocking our potential.” Winston S. Churchill School Year 2015 - 2016

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Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions

Student and Parent Handbook

“Continuous effort - not strength or

intelligence - is the key to unlocking our

potential.”

— Winston S. Churchill

School Year 2015 - 2016

Student Name:

Class of:

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Table of Contents

Introduction

From the Principal’s Desk 5

Acknowledgement of Receipt 6

School Philosophy 7

Faculty and Staff 9

Bell Schedules

Regular Schedule 11

Special Activity Schedule 12

Open House Schedule 13

All Periods A/B Day Schedule 14

Early Dismissal Schedule 16

Testing Schedule 17

Guidance Calendar 20

Student Information

Academic Requirements 21

Attendance 23

Conduct

Bullying and Cyberbullying 26

Detention 27

Conflict Resolution: Behaving with Respect towards Faculty, Staff, and other Students

28

Tardy Policy 28

Cheating Policy 29

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Dress Code 31

Cell Phones and Electronic Devices 32

After School Rules 33

Other Conduct Matters 35

Security

Campus Police Officer 36

Parking 36

School Entrances and Exits 37

Student Activities

Participation Guidelines for special Activities, Clubs, Student Government 37

Class Sponsors 38

Clubs and Organizations 38

School Dances 38

Field Day and Spirit Team 39

College Visits, Prom, Final Exam Exemptions 39

Commencement Agreement 41

Waivers 41

Guidance and Counseling

Services 45

Schedule Changes or Withdrawals from Class 45

College Application Process 45

Letters of Recommendation 46

Office of the Registrar 46

Community Service 46

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Medical Information

Clinic, Administration of Medication, and Information for Asthmatic Students 47

Campus Logistics

Lunch

48

Gymnasium 48

Library 48

Lockers 48

Magnet Office 49

Transportation/Change of Address 49

Textbooks 49

Other Information

Summary of General Rules and Guidelines 50

Honor Code 51

Computer Use and Internet Policy 53

Title 1, Plan A: Parental Involvement Policy 56

School – Parent Compact

61

Explanation of Curriculum 66

Explanation of Assessments 68

NCLB Parent Notification of Teacher Qualifications 70

Protection of Student Rights Notification 72

FERPA 73

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McKinney – Vento Homeless Education Act 78

Message from the Principal

Dear Student:

Welcome to DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP). This handbook was developed to make your experience at DHSHP successful. It should answer many of the questions you may have about the school and how it operates. If you do not find the answer to a question, ask someone ---your homeroom teacher, your counselor, an administrator, or any other staff member. We are committed to excellence and your success. We will provide you with that opportunity – join us!

Best wishes for a rewarding year at the DeBakey High School for Health Professions!

Sincerely,

Agnes Perry

Principal

It is the policy of the Houston Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, handicap or disability, ancestry, national origin, marital status, race, religion, sex, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or gender expression in its education or employment programs and activities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM OF RECEIPT OF STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK

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students to voice their comments and suggestions concerning ways to improve the school’s academic and

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Homeroom Teacher (Printed)

Parent(s) and/or guardians must acknowledge receipt of the Student/Parent Handbook, Honor Code, Rules for Appropriate Use of Computers and Internet Resources (AUP), and Title 1 Information for Parents. Please read and sign below that you have received this handbook.

I understand and consent to the responsibilities outlined in the Student/Parent Handbook, the AUP, Honor Code and the Title 1 Information for Parents. I also understand and agree that my child will be held accountable for the behavior and consequences outlined in the Student/Parent Handbook, the AUP, and the Title 1 Information for Parents. I understand that any student who violates policy and procedures outlined in the guide will be subject to disciplinary and/or legal action.

Regarding student records, I understand that certain information about my child is considered directory information. Directory information includes: student name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, awards received in school, and most recent previous school attended. Directory information will be released by the District to anyone who requests it, unless I object in writing to the release of any or all of this information within 10 days of the time this handbook was issued to my child. I have marked through the items of directory information listed above that I wish the District to withhold about my child.

Failure to return the signed acknowledgement receipt will result in non-release of all official school records (report cards, transcripts, etc.).

Student Name (please print)

StudentSignature

Date

Parent/Guardian Name (please print)

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

For answers to questions regarding this form or the handbook, call 713-741-2410.

Date received in the office: STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

The DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) has an open administration that encourages

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social environment. You may voice your concerns through your student representative on the Shared Decision Making Committee (SDMC). You may also make an appointment to speak with the administration or your counselor.

The faculty, staff, and administration are committed to high student achievement and academic excellence. There are many wonderful opportunities available at DHSHP, take advantage of them. It is up to you!

This handbook serves as a guide for keeping students and parents informed regarding the policies and procedures of the Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions. In those matters not specifically detailed in this document, administrative discretion will determine policy.SCHOOL MISSIONTo provide a challenging, well-balanced college preparatory program which focuses on educational experiences in science and the health professions and furthers an understanding and appreciation of our diverse community.

School HistoryHouston’s High School for Health Professions (HSHP) was established in 1972 as a partnership between the Houston Independent School District (HISD) and the Baylor College of Medicine. The first school of its kind in the nation, the HSHP’s purpose has not changed since its inception: to increase opportunities for all students to access careers in medicine, science and the health professions. In the fall of 1996, the HISD Board of Education honored Dr. Michael E. DeBakey by naming HSHP after him. DHSHP has grown from 45 students attending classes in Baylor facilities to an enrollment of 845 (2011 – 2014) students attending classes in a free-standing facility located near the Texas Medical Center. The current DeBakey High School facility is 171,400 square feet, and was built in 1979 at a cost of $7.1 million. An additional $2 million in renovations was completed in 1994, followed by a renovation in 2008, at a cost of over $15 million. Currently, a new facility, to be located in the Texas Medical Center at Holcombe and Pressler, is being constructed.

DHSHP is acknowledged as one of the strongest public college preparatory high schools in the nation. That distinction is evidenced by the heavy demand each year for applications from HISD eighth-graders that wish to attend the school. Over 1000 students apply for admission to the school annually. Students are selected based upon interest in health sciences, previous academic performance, standardized test scores, an essay and conduct. The current DHSHP student body, like the school district of which it is part, is ethnically diverse with the following approximate distribution: 39.5% Asian-Pacific Islander, 22.9% Black African American, 29% Hispanic, and 7.1% White.

DHSHP has attracted students who are dedicated to their studies and have demonstrated academic achievement. The school consistently receives acknowledgement for maintaining the highest average daily attendance of all HISD high schools. DHDSP also scored highest in the district from 1991 through the present on state academic measures. In 1984, the school received the Outstanding Vocational Education Program Award from the U.S. Department of Education, and since 1990, the school has received awards for academic and program excellence from the Texas Education Agency, Office of the Mayor of Houston (1994 and 1995), HISH, and the Texas Governor’s Committee for Educational Excellence (1990).

DHSHP has been rated exemplary by the Texas Education Agency for more than 17 years. Moreover, student performance on the SAT and Advanced Placement tests ranks among the highest in the nation.

In the spring of 1998, DHSHP was designated as a United States Department of Education Blue Ribbon School, one of only 166 schools to receive the honor. The fall of 1998 brought the school yet another honor, becoming one of only seven schools in the nation to be named a New American High School by the United

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States Department of Education. Again, in 2003, the U.S. Department of Education awarded DHSHP the first “No Child Left Behind” Blue Ribbon School title. In 2004, the National Association of Secondary School Principals recognized DHSHP as a “Breakthrough High School” and the International Center for Leadership Education recognized DHSHP as a “National Model School”. DHSHP has been listed on the Texas Honor Roll, and also has received recognition as the Top STEM and Top High School in the Greater Houston Area by Children at Risk (2014). The list of accolades goes on and on.

Each year, the DHSHP graduating class receives several million dollars in scholarship offers. A list of the most recent scholarship offers follows: 2009 ($9,496,244), 2010 ($25,250,434), 2011 ($18,166,177), 2012($30,803,447), 2013 ($32,694,160), and 2014 ($20,036,303).

It is important to note that DHSHP has served as a model and that its administrators and faculty have assisted other schools and school districts across that nation to establish similar programs. In Texas, DHSHP has sister campuses in the Lower Rio Grande Valley (Mercedes, Texas), in Corpus Christi, and in Laredo. Internationally, DHSHP@ Qatar opened in August, 2008. All of these schools share a common vision and curricular philosophy, and it is anticipated that DHSHP and other similar schools established after it will continue to positively impact the educational career aspirations of students throughout the nation and around the world.

Contact UsSchool – (713) 741-2410

Web Addresshttp://debakeyhs.info or http://hs.houstonisd.org/debakeyhs

Faculty

Department Name Room Name Room

Mathematics Mr. Wilson Chavez 220 Mr. Anil Desai 219Mrs. Goretti Nguyen 218 Mr. Tseng 221Dr. Yuxia Zhang 229 Mr. David Stigant 216Mrs. Xin Liu 227 Ms. Niloufer Jivan 215

English Ms. Diane Franz 201 Ms. Melissa Cox 213Mrs. Qian Zhang 206 Ms. Mary Hayes 212Mr. David Sieloff 208 Mr. Maxim Ostrovksy 210Mr. Michael Nottingham 205 Mrs. Rohini Varghese 203

Science Dr. Paul Lau 119 TBA 109,110Dr. Barbara Williams 120,121 Ms. Carla Hoyer 122,123Mr. Christopher Saikin 114,115 Dr. Lizbeth Richter 105,106Mrs. Dina Adam 103,104 Ms. Josephine Managuit 107,108Ms. Marla Maharaj 118

Social Studies Ms. Tanya Juarez 319 Mrs. Lenny Briones 329TBA 321 Dr. Sarah Loeb 316TBA 331 Mrs. Jill Williams 330Mr. Mahdi Domitrovich 334 Mr. Bryan Brogren 317

Health Science Dr. Monicita Dupre 102,222 Ms. Derfim Magana 327

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Mrs. Regina Jackson 332 Ms. Jeanette Neal 224,226Mrs. Karen Robinson 204,328 Ms. Terry Thomas 320Dr. Zahara Al-Mussawi 333 Ms. Rosa Morales 328Mrs. Shannon Niaves 202 Dr. Marie Bielamowicz 207

LOTE Mrs. Marilyn Hartley 312 Ms. Edna Boyd 310Mrs. Ilba Castro 309 Ms. Karla Ramos 307Ms. Laurie Leon 308

Theater Mrs. Julie Boneau 315,318 Art: Ms. Khan 217111

Physical Education

Ms. Bridget Matranga Gym Mr. Elmer Villatoro Gym

Gymnastics Mr. Gary Peters Gym

Administration

Title Name Room NumberPrincipal Ms. Agnes Perry 100Assistant Principal Ms. Analisa Goudeau 100Assistant Principal TBA 100Dean of Instruction Dr. Bernice Shargey 130Teacher Specialist Mrs. Sandra Rodriguez 210School Secretary Ms. Priscilla Pena 100Magnet Coordinator Mr. Jarrod Thornhill Magnet OfficeMagnet Clerk Mrs. Laura Rodriguez Magnet OfficeAttendance Clerk Mrs. Patricia Perez 100Office Clerk Mrs. Maria Serna 100Nurse Ms. Parvin Ali ClinicRegistrar Mrs. Phyllis Seaton 313Counselor A-L Mrs. Virginal Hayward 300Counselor M-Z Mrs. Irma Billette 300Librarian Mrs. Lana Hayes LibraryLibrary Assistant Mrs. Martine George LibraryTechnologist Mr. Ivan Rivas 304Financial Clerk Ms. Barbara Proctor 100Police Officer Officer Vera Bonaby 100Plant Operator Ms. Belinda CastilleCustodian Mrs. Adriana DieguezCustodian Mr. Joseph Macien

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Custodian Mr. Adrian ReeseCustodian Ms. Carlisha JoubertFood Service Manager

Ms. Leticia Martinez Cafeteria

Food Service Ms. Minerva Zepeda Cafeteria

Regular Bell Schedule

Time Activity

7:00 AM – 7:40 AM AM Tutorials

7:40 AM Teacher Sign-In

7:40 AM – 7:50 AM Students enter building/ 1st or 5th Period

7:50 AM Tardy

7:50 AM - 7:55 AM Pledge/Announcements

7:55 AM – 9:25 AM 1st/5th Period

9:25 AM – 9:30 AM Passing

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM 2nd/6th Period

10:30 AM ADA Attendance

11:00 AM – 11:05 AM Passing

11:05 AM – 11:40 AM A Lunch or A Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

11:40 AM – 11:45 AM Passing

11:45 AM – 12:20 PM B Lunch or B Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

12:20 PM – 12:25 PM Passing

12:25 PM – 1:55 PM 3rd/7th Period

1:55 PM – 2:00 PM Passing

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM 4th/8th Period

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Schedule

Special Activity Bell

Time Activity

7:00 AM – 7:40 AM AM Tutorials

7:40 AM Teacher Sign-In

7:40 AM – 7:50 AM Students enter building/1st or 5th Period

7:50 AM Tardy

7:50 AM – 7:55 AM Pledge/Announcements

7:55 – 9:00 AM 1st/5th Period

9:00 AM – 9:05 AM Passing

9:05 AM – 10:10 AM 2nd/6th Period

10:10 AM – 10:15 AM Passing

10:15 AM – 11:20 AM 3rd/7th Period and ADA Attendance

11:20 AM – 11:25 AM Passing

11:25 AM – 12:05 PM A Lunch

A Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

12:05 – 12:10 PM Passing

12:10 – 12:45 PM B Lunch

B Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

12:45 PM – 12:50 PM Passing

12:50 PM – 1:55 PM 4th/8th Period

1:55 PM - 2:00 PM Passing

2:00 PM – 3:25 PM Special Activity

3:25 PM Dismissal

Open House Bell Schedule

Time Activity

6:00 PM – 6:15 PM Greetings

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Schedule

6:15 PM – 6:20 PM Passing

6:20 PM – 6:30 PM 1st Period (1A)

6:30 PM – 6:35 PM Passing

6:35 PM – 6:45 PM 2nd Period (2A)

6:45 PM – 6:50 PM Passing

6:50 PM – 7:00 PM 3rd Period (3A)

7:00 PM – 7:05 PM Passing

7:05 PM – 7:15 PM 4th Period (4A)

7:15 PM – 7:20 PM Passing

7:20 PM – 7:30 PM 5th Period (1B)

7:30 PM – 7:35 PM Passing

7:35 PM – 7:45 PM 6th Period (2B)

7:45 PM – 7:50 PM Passing

7:50 PM – 8:00 PM 7th Period (3B)

8:00 PM – 8:05 PM Passing

8:05 PM – 8:15 PM 8th Period (4B)

8:15 PM – 8:20 PM Dismissed

All Periods A/B Day

First Day – Fall Semester

Time Activity

7:40 AM Teacher Sign-in

7:40 – 7:50 AM Bell/Students Enter Building

7:50 AM-8:05AM Tardy/Homeroom/Pick upSchedule/Announcements

8:05 AM – 8:45 AM 1st Period

8:45 AM – 8:50 AM Passing

8:50 AM – 9:40 AM 2nd Period

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9:40 AM – 9:45 AM Passing

9:45 AM – 10:25 AM 3rd Period

10:25 AM – 10:30 AM Passing

10:30 AM – 11:10 AM 4th Period

11:10 AM – 11:15 AM Passing

11:15 AM – 11:55 AM 5th Period

11:55 AM – 12:00 PM Passing

12:00 PM – 12:35 PM A Lunch

A Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

12:35 PM – 12:40 PM Passing

12:40 PM – 1:15 PM B Lunch

B Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

1:15 PM – 1:20 PM Passing

1:20 PM – 2:00 PM 6th Period

2:00 PM – 2:05 PM Passing

2:05 PM – 2:45 PM 7th Period

2:45 PM – 2:50 PM Passing

2:50 PM – 3:30 PM 8th Period

3:30 PM Dismissal

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Schedule

All Periods A/B Day

First Day – Spring Semester

Time Activity

7:40 AM Teacher Sign-in

7:40 – 7:50 AM Bell/Students Enter Building

7:50 AM-8:05AM Tardy/Homeroom/Pick up Schedule/Announcements

8:05 AM – 8:45 AM 1st Period

8:45 AM – 8:50 AM Passing

8:50 AM – 9:30 AM 2nd Period

9:30 AM – 9:35 AM Passing

9:35 AM – 10:15 AM 3rd Period

10:15 AM – 10:20 AM Passing

10:20 AM – 11:00 AM 4th Period and ADA Attendance

11:00 AM – 11:05 AM Passing

11:05 AM – 11:45 AM 5th Period

11:45 AM – 11:50 AM Passing

11:50 AM – 12:30 PM A Lunch

A Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

12:30 PM – 12:35 PM Passing

12:35 PM – 1:15 PM B Lunch

B Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

1:15 PM – 1:20 PM Passing

1:20 PM – 2:00 PM 6th Period

2:00 PM – 2:05 PM Passing

2:05 PM – 2:45 PM 7th Period

2:45 PM – 2:50 PM Passing

2:50 PM – 3:30 PM 8th Period

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3:30 PM Dismissal

Early Dismissal Bell

Time Activity

7:00 – 7:40 AM AM Tutorials

7:40 AM Teacher Sign-in

7:40 - 7:50 AM First Bell/Students Enter the Building/1st or 5th

Period

7:50 AM Tardy

7:50 AM – 7:55 AM Pledge/Announcements

7:55 – 8:55 AM 1st/5th Period

8:55 – 9:00 AM Passing

9:00 – 10:00 AM 2nd/6th Period

10:00 AM – 10:05 AM Passing

10:05 AM – 11:05 AM 3rd/7th Period and ADA Attendance at 10:30

11:05 AM – 11:10 AM Passing

11:10 AM – 11:45 AM A Lunch

A Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

11:45 – 11:50 AM Passing

11:50 AM – 12:25 PM B Lunch

B Homeroom/Tutorial/Study Hall

12:25 PM – 12:30 PM Passing

12:30 PM – 12:55 PM 4th/8th Period – All grade Levels

12:55 PM Dismissal

Final Exam Dates

Fall Semester Spring SemesterDecember 14, 2015 – A1/A2 May 19, 2016 (Seniors Only) - B3/B4December 15, 2015 – A3/A4 May 20, 2016 - A1/A2December 16, 2015 – B1/B2 May 23, 2016 – A3/A4

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Schedule

December 17, 2015 – B3/B4 May 24, 2016 – B1/B2May 25, 2016 – B3/B4

Final Exam Bell Schedule

Time Activity7:00 – 7:40 AM AM Tutorials7:40 AM Teacher Sign-in7:40 – 7:50 AM Students enter building/Go to first final7:50 – 8:00 AM Tardy/Pledge/Announcements8:00 – 10:00 AM 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th Period Exams10:00 -10:15 AM Passing10:15 – 12:10 PM 2nd, 4th, 6th, and 8th Period Exams; ADA Attendance12:10 – 12:40 PM Lunch12:40 PM Buses depart

Placement Testing Schedule

Test Date Time and Location

ASVAB (11th) 9/2/2015 CafeteriaNNAT (New Students)

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College Testing

ACT SAT PSAT

September 12, 2015 October 3,11, 2015 October 14, 2015October 24, 2015 November 7-8, 2015December 12, 2015 December 5-6, 2015February 6, 2016 January 23,24, 2016

March 5,6, 2016April 9, 2016 *April (Juniors Only – on

campus) TBAJune 11, 2016 May 7-8, 2016

June 4-5, 2016

Advanced Placement Exam Schedule

Week 1 AM Session (8:00 AM) PM Session (12:00 PM)

Monday, May 2 Chemistry Environmental Science

Psychology

Tuesday, May 3Computer Science ASpanish Language and Culture

Art HistoryPhysics 1: Algebra-Based

Wednesday, May 4 English Literature and Composition

Japanese Language and Culture Physics 2: Algebra-Based

Thursday, May 5 Calculus AB Calculus BC

Chinese Language and Culture Seminar

Friday, May 6 German Language and Culture United States History

European History

Studio Art – last day for coordinators to submit digital portfolios (by 8:00 p.m. EDT) and to gather 2D design and Drawing students for physical portfolio assembly.

Teachers should have forwarded students’ completed digital portfolios to Coordinators before this date.

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Advanced Placement Exam Schedule

Week 2 AM Session (8:00 AM) Afternoon (12 noon) Afternoon (2 PM)

Monday, May 9 Biology Music Theory

Physics C: Mechanics Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism

Tuesday, May 10 United States Government and Politics

French Language and CultureSpanish Literature and Culture

Wednesday, May 11 English Language and Composition

Italian Language and Culture Macroeconomics

Thursday, May 14 Comparative Government and PoliticsWorld History

Statistics

Friday, May 15 Microeconomics Human Geography

Latin

School Activity Schedule

Event Date

Freshman – Senior Dance 9-18-2015Freshmen Elections 9-25-2015Student Leadership Conference 10-17-2015Fall Festival 10-30-2015Talent Show 11-24-2015Winter Ball 1/22/2016International Festival 2/5/2016Field Day 3/11/2016Senior Prom 4/23/2016Class Office & Student Council Elections 5/16/2016Principal’s Awards 5/16 – 9th; 5/17 – 10th; 5/18 – 11th

Senior Class Night & Awards 5/25/2016Graduation Ceremony TBA

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Guidance Calendar

Date Presentation Time

9/3/2015 12th Grade Forum 6:30 PM9/10/2015 11th Grade Forum 6:30 PM9/17/2015 9th Grade Forum 6:30 PM10/6/2015 College Night 9th – 12th 6:30 PM10/1/2015 10th Grade Forum 6:30 PM10/14/2015 PSAT 8:00 AM11/19/2015 Financial Aid Seminar (9th – 12th) 6:30 PM1/7/2016 Financial Aid Seminar (12th Only) 6:30 PM

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STUDENT INFORMATION

Whole Course Credit (Composite Grading)

The TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) for many courses include objectives covered throughout both semesters the course is offered. Whole course credit applies to all HISD two-semester sequential courses (designated “A” and “B”) and not to one semester courses. A student whose first semester grade is a 60 – 69, and whose total points for both semesters is 140 or more, is eligible to receive one credit upon successful completion of the second semester. A student who fails the second semester is not eligible to receive credit under this rule. Credit recovery programs may not be utilized for whole course credit

Due to the rigor of course work at DHSHP, it may be recommended that a student whose average falls below a 65 repeat the A semester of the course.

Please note, Grad Lab cannot be used to calculate the whole-course average.

Community Service Hours

Students are required to perform 100 hours of community service prior to graduation.

Growth Plans and Probation

Students who fall below a 70 average or an “E” conduct average in any class will be placed on academic and/or disciplinary probation.

The student and parent will be required to attend a conference with the counselor to develop a growth plan. Growth plans contain recommendations designed to improve grades and/or behavior. To improve, it is very important that the student follows the plan.

Once a student is placed on a growth plan, he or she is expected to show improvement. If the student does not show improvement, he or she will be placed on academic or behavioral probation. Probation means that the student will be given through the end of the school year to show improvement. If grades or behavior improve, the student will be taken off probation at the end of the school year. If there is no improvement, the students will receive a letter at the beginning of May stating that the student’s magnet transfer will not be renewed, and he or she will be expected to enroll in his or her zoned school at the beginning of the following school year. Students who are not successful in 3 or more core required semester courses will not have their magnet transfers renewed for the following school year.

Students should always know what their grades are in each of their classes. Students and parents can create Parent Student Connect accounts and log on regularly to review grades and assignments. Parent Student Connect accounts can be created at www.houstonisd.org. Students are encouraged to maintain frequent communication with teachers and attend tutorials.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

Tutorials

Get help with school work. Go to tutorials. Tutorials are available before, during, and after school. Talk to your teacher to check his or her schedule. Request a permit from your teacher so that you can return during

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homeroom or after school, and get the extra help you need. Present that permit to your homeroom teacher or hall monitor.

Every grading cycle, new tutorial rosters are posted. Depending on your performance in your classes, you will either be assigned to a tutorial or a study hall. Tutorials and study halls occur Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:05 AM to 11:40 AM or from 11:45 AM to 12:20 PM. The session you attend will depend upon your lunch schedule. Each Monday and Friday, during the same time period, students attend homeroom.

Re-Take Policy

HISD grading states, “A student shall be allowed a reasonable opportunity to make up or redo a class assignment or examination for which the student received a failing grade.” What follows, is DHSHP’s implementation of that policy:

• If a student receives a failing grade on a major test, he/she may request a re-take of that test. The request must be made in writing to the teacher during the class on the day that the student receives the graded test.

• Departmental specific requirements identifying what constitutes a “major test” will be sent by the individual department. Ask your student to show you all documents his or her teachers distribute. Re-takes are NOT allowed on common assessments or final exams.

• The retake grade will be the average of the two scores, the original and the retake, unless the average is higher than a 70. If the average is higher than a 70, the grade defaults to a 70. The highest grade a student can receive on the retake test is a 70%.

• The re-take must be completed within 2-5 school days after receiving the first graded test.

• Re-take opportunities must be scheduled outside the regular class time. Before school, during lunch, and after school (M-Th) are options. Each department will develop a policy for monitoring the re-take process.

Advanced Placement and Pre Advanced Placement Policy

Parents and/or students may request enrollment in Pre-AP/AP courses. Students must have a 75 average, with no cycle grade or final exam grade below 75. Students must also have exemplary conduct (no more than two Satisfactory grades and no Poor grades), and exemplary attendance (no unexcused absences).

All students enrolled in AP courses are encouraged to take all related exams. Teachers will closely monitor students to provide support for student success. Intervention strategies for additional support may include tutorials, guided study, parent conferences, and others as defined on a student-by-student basis.

If the student continues to have difficulty achieving success in grades 9-12 Pre-AP/AP courses, it may be requested by the teacher or the parent that they submit a Request for Change of Level form. This must be done by the end of the second week of the first or fourth cycle or the student will have to continue in the Pre- AP class for the rest of the semester. At the senior level, an AP science course and AP Calculus AB aremandatory. All seniors are required to take those courses and pass them in order to graduate with a DeBakey Health Science Diploma. Request for Level Change is not applicable for AP Calculus AB or AP Science.

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ATTENDANCE

Excellent attendance is required. Excessive absences in a class will result in denial of credit. Students must be present at least 60 minutes of a 90 minute class period in order to be considered in attendance, unless participating in a field trip or other activity approved by the principal.

Attendance Office

The attendance office monitors absences. If a student is absent, the student’s family will receive an automated call reminding them of the absence. A written note must be turned in to the office no later than 3 days after the student returns. Failure to bring a note will result in an unexcused absence. If a student is absent for more than five consecutive days, a note from a doctor is needed. A student will have six weeks to appeal excessive absences.

It is imperative that students sign in and out at the attendance office any time they arrive late or leave campus while classes are in session. A note from the parent stating why the student is late or the reason that the student must leave during the day must be given to the attendance clerk in the morning. The clerk will confirm the information and give the student a permit.

Absentee Guidelines Regarding Homeroom (Study Hall/Tutorials/Advocacy)

The homeroom period begins at midday each day. Students must be present at least 23 minutes of a 35 minute homeroom/tutorial/study hall/advocacy period in order to be considered in attendance.

When a student accumulates four unexcused absences in homeroom for one semester, he or she will receive Poor (P) as an office conduct grade. The P will automatically become the student’s conduct average unless Unsatisfactory (U) has been assigned.

When a student accumulates six unexcused absences in homeroom for one semester, he or she will receive U as an office conduct grade.

Required Documentation for Absences

Students must bring a note to the attendance office the day that they return to school containing the following information: student’s name, reason for absence, date of absence, phone number where parent can be reached during the day, and a parent’s name and signature.

This note must be brought to the attendance office between 7:40 a.m. and 7:50 a.m. The attendance office will give the student a permit marked “Excused” or “Unexcused”. Students have three days from the day they return to school to bring a note from their parents. Notes brought after three days will be marked “Unexcused Absence”. If a student is absent for more than five consecutive days, a doctor’s note is required. Religious Holiday Absences

A student must bring a note, at least one day before the holiday, from his or her parent/guardian stating that he or she will be absent due to a religious holiday. Once the letter is received in the attendance office, the student will be marked present for that day. Notes brought after the absence will be recorded as absences.

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Leaving Campus

According to Texas law, the office must receive written or verbal permission from a parent or guardian before a student is allowed to leave the campus. Once a student steps foot on school property (i.e., the campus, school buses, parking lot, and Metro bus stop) he or she is officially at school and must go through the procedure listed in this handbook in order to check out.

1. Report to the attendance office by 10:00 a.m. with a note from the parent or guardian.2. The attendance office will contact the parent/guardian.

3. The attendance office will issue the student a permit once parental permission is granted.

Parents who check out students will be asked to show valid ID. Students caught using other persons besides parents or guardians to call and check them out will face severe disciplinary action.

Persons who are not listed on the student enrollment card may not check out a student either by phone or in person.

If a student is absent at the beginning of the school day, but shows up later, the student will be required to report to his or her assigned class.

Doctor’s Appointments before School

If a student goes to the doctor before coming to school, a note from the doctor must be presented to the attendance office upon arrival to school. If a student arrives after 7:50 a.m., the students should sign-in in the attendance office. Students will be given a permit showing the time of arrival, and will be sent to class.

Failure to Attend Class (Skipping) or Leaving School without Permission

Skipping is defined as: (a) failure to attend all or part of an assigned class while being present on school grounds, and or (b) leaving the school grounds for any reason without officially signing out and obtaining a permit through the attendance office.

Skipping class/school is a serious offense. The first skipping incident may result in a Poor (P) office conduct grade, and disciplinary probation. Two instances of skipping will result in an Unsatisfactory (U) conduct grade and a non-renewal referral. A note from the parent/guardian the day after leaving campus or failing to attend class will be considered a “skip” if there is no official sign-out record. Any infraction of rules committed while on probation will result in the non-renewal of the student’s magnet transfer.

There is no legitimate reason for leaving campus without officially checking out through the attendance office. Notes or parental permission after a skipping offense has been committed will not be recognized.

Extracurricular Absences

Students may have up to five absences per semester for extracurricular activities in each class or subject. A school shall NOT approve a request for a student to miss class for an extracurricular activity if that student has already accumulated five absences for that semester. If for some reason the student does miss a sixth day for extracurricular activities, the absence is to be considered UNEXCUSED and Board Policy (Attendance

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requirements for Promotion Credit) shall apply. The student will also be INELIGIBLE for all extracurricular activities for the remainder of the semester.

The counting of absences for extracurricular activities begins the day a student is ENROLLED in an HISD school for the first time that school year. If a student transfers from an HISD school to another during the school year, all absences for extracurricular activities for each class or subject should be transferred with him and applied to that class or subject at the new school. Absences due to a district or superintendent request will not count as one of the five absences.

College Visits

Students in their junior and senior years of high school are granted only 2 days each year to be used for the purpose of visiting an institution of higher education accredited by a generally recognized accrediting organization to determine the student’s interest in attending that institution. Only 2 days will be excused for this purpose. Days exceeding the 2 day limit will be considered unexcused absences.

College visit approval is granted through the attendance office. All requests require 48 hours notice. Once a college visit request has been submitted, the attendance clerk will issue a college visit permit. The student will use this permit to notify teachers. The student is responsible for all assignments, tests, and quizzes. The student should talk with teachers prior to leaving for a college visit and make all necessary arrangements regarding assignments, tests, and quizzes.

When the student returns from a college visit, he/she will supply the attendance clerk with a letter on the college’s letterhead that states the student did attend. No emails will be accepted. Once the attendance clerk receives the letter, the college visit days will be marked as excused absences.

Procedure for Appealing for Credit Denied due to Excessive Absences

In order to be given consideration for course credit that has been denied due to a violation of HISD’s attendance policy, a student must:

1. Complete an attendance appeal form with all attached documentation.2. Turn the appeal form in to Dean Shargey within ten days after report cards have been issued for

a grading cycle.

Verification of Enrollment (VOE) and Attendance for Driver’s Licenses

Any persons under the age of 18 cannot get a driver’s license unless he has graduated or has been in attendance at school for at least 80 days in the fall or spring semester preceding the date of application. Excused absences do not count against the 80-day requirement. The Verification of Enrollment and Attendance form is available online at http://www.tea.state.tx.us/safedriver/voe04.htm l . Schools are responsible for notifying students of this requirement and for providing them with the necessary verification information. Students are responsible for obtaining the verification forms before the end of the school year, May 28, 2015. This information will otherwise not be available to students who want to enroll in driver’s education during the summer.Withdrawing from DeBakey HSHP

1. Pick up the Intent to Withdraw form from the Magnet Office.2. The registrar will verify the validity of the check-out request (i.e., parent signature, notification).

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Students who check out of DeBakey can only enroll in their zoned schools.3. The registrar will have the student complete an official check out sheet.

First 10-Minutes/Last 10-Minutes Rule

Students will not be allowed to leave the classroom during the first 10 minutes or last 10 minutes of class. No student will be allowed to enter another teacher’s room without a permit. Students out in the hall without a permit will be subject to disciplinary actions.

Final Examinations

Students may not take final examinations early in order to fulfill family obligations for previously purchased airline tickets. Please do not purchase tickets that would conflict with the final examination schedule.

CONDUCT

Students are expected to exhibit the highest conduct at all times. Students are expected to become familiar with the school’s standards and adhere to them.

Students are given a copy of the HISD Code of Student Conduct and are required to return the signature page as acknowledgement of reviewing and understanding the code. The code lists students’ rights and responsibilities, and a broad range of behaviors considered to be student misconduct.

Adhering to school policies as outlined will help students avoid problematic situations. The campus policies follow.

Arrival Procedure

Prior to the 7:40 a.m. bell, students will report to the cafeteria, rear courtyard, or library via the rear courtyard gate. Students will not gather in front of the school. Students may enter the main building prior to 7:40 a.m. if they present permit, or if they need to go to the library. Students found in unauthorized locations will be subject to disciplinary actions.

Dismissal Procedure

The school day ends at 3:30 p.m. Students who stay after school to attend tutorials or participate in club activities should arrive to the designated classroom no later than 3:35 p.m. Students in hallways after 3:35p.m. must carry permits or hall passes.

Students who do not stay for tutorials or club activities must leave the campus as soon as possible. Buses depart at 3:40 p.m. Bus riders must look for their buses. Once buses leave, they will not return to pick up students who were not attentive. As a safety measure, soccer balls, baseballs, softballs, footballs, basketballs, skateboards, and other such equipment are not allowed in the bus loading zone. All students must leave campus by 4:30 p.m. each day.

Bullying

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Bullying is defined as engaging in written or verbal expression, expression through electronic means, or physical conduct that occurs on school property, at a school-sponsored or school-related activity, or in a vehicle operated by the district and that: (1) has the effect of physically harming a student, damaging a student’s property, or placing a student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or of damage to the student’s property; (2) is sufficiently severe, persistent, and pervasive that the action or threat creates an intimidating, threatening, or abusive educational environment for a student; (3) exploits an imbalance of power between the student perpetrator and the student victim through written or verbal expression or physical conduct; and (4) interferes with a student’s education or substantially disrupts the operation of a school.

Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying, at or away from campus, is defined as the use of the Internet, cell phones, or other devices to send, post, or text-message images and material intended to hurt or embarrass another student.Bullying and cyberbullying are identified as a Level 3 offenses in the HISD Code of Student Conduct, and students found to have engaged in either may lose transportation privileges, the ability to participate in special activities, may be suspended, and may be subject to additional disciplinary penalties.

DeBakey HSHP is a safe place for all students. Bullying in any form will not be tolerated. Incidences of bullying or suspected bullying should be reported to an administrator immediately.

Detention

Detention is a consequence issued for many disciplinary infractions, and is held from 3:35 p.m. until 4:35 p.m. each Thursday. Students are expected to complete detention as assigned. If you are unable to complete detention the day it is assigned, you may re-schedule your detention in the Main Office. All detention must be served by the end of the cycle within which it was assigned. Un-served detention will result in an office P in conduct for that cycle. Office conduct cuts will prevent students from qualifying for the National Honor Society, from participating in special activities, and from holding student offices.

Detention Rules1. Be on time and in dress code.2. Be quiet and stay in your seat.3. Bring a textbook to read or an assignment to complete.4. Return your detention form, signed by your parents, to the assistant principal within two days of

receiving assignment.5. Using personal electronic devices and eating are not allowed.

Conflict Resolution: Behaving with Respect towards Faculty, Staff, and other Students

DeBakey HSHP is a diverse and unique environment designed to prepare students for future study in health care careers. Students travel to the Texas Medical Center and other high profile locations to participate in experiences to broaden their understanding of what it means to be a medical practitioner. Participation in the program requires students to be professional and courteous at all times. In order to maintain a cordial relationship with Texas Medical Center facilities as well as a proper learning environment while on the DeBakey campus, students are expected to behave respectfully towards faculty, staff and other students.

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When students have concerns about grades or assignments, students and their parents should contact the teacher concerned. If the student and the parents are unable to resolve the concern with the teacher, they should contact the appropriate counselor. Mrs. Hayward works with students whose last names begin with A- L, and the Mrs. Billette works with students whose last names begin with M-Z.

When there are concerns about bullying or conflicts among students, students and parents should contact the appropriate assistant principal in order to resolve the matter. If after meeting with one of the assistant principals and the concern still has not been resolved, students and parents should take their concerns to the principal, Ms. Agnes Perry.

Disrespectful behavior includes but is not limited to: using profanity in the classroom; yelling at a teacher, administrator, or student; acting aggressively towards a teacher, administrator, or student; and any act that disrupts the instructional environment. Students who choose to act disrespectfully can expect the following consequences:

Infraction Consequence1st Act of Disrespect Referral to the assistant principal

Parent contactedClass and office conduct cut to P (poor) Growth planOut-of-school suspension

2nd Act of Disrespect Referral to the assistant principal Required parent conferenceClass and office conduct cut to U (unsatisfactory) Referral to a DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program)

3rd Act of Disrespect Disciplinary probationCancellation and Non-renewal of magnet transfer

*Students exited from DeBakey High School due to conduct are not allowed to return to campus or participate in DeBakey events.

Tardy Policy

Students who arrive to school any time after 7:50 a.m. will report to the main office to sign-in and get a permit. For the tardy to be marked excused, a reason for the tardy must be stated orally or in writing and signed by the parent/guardian or a school official. The written, electronic, or oral excuse must be received by the school within three days after the tardy.

Students who are not in class after the tardy bell must report to the office to get a permit. If a student misses a class prior to arriving to school and fails to sign in with the Attendance Office upon arrival, the absence will be considered a “skip”. See the skipping policy.The consequences for tardy arrival are listed below.

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Infraction Consequence1st unexcused Tardy Warning

Sign tardy log2nd Unexcused Tardy ½ hour after-school detention (Thursday)3rd Unexcused tardy 1 hour after-school detention (Thursday)

Written notification to student and parent4th Unexcused Tardy 2 hours Saturday detention

Conduct Cut to SRequired parent conference Growth plan

5th Unexcused Tardy 1 Hour detentionConduct cut to P (incomplete detention will result in a U in conduct)Parent notification Disciplinary probation

6th Unexcused Tardy Disciplinary probationNon-renewal recommendationRemoval of senior privileges (i.e. Lock-In, Prom, Senior Field Trip, Awards Night)

*Students exited from DeBakey High School due to conduct are not allowed to return to campus or participate in DeBakey events.

Cheating Policy

Definition

Cheating is defined as, but not limited to:

A. Looking on or in the possession of any electronic device (unless specifically allowed by the teacher), notes, papers, books, notes on desks, notes written on hands and/or arms;

B. Writing on desks or any other surface;C. Looking at another student’s work during any type of examination;D. Copying or allowing another student to copy class work or homework;E. Looking upon/using another student’s work for any type of exam/lab/assignment;F. Allowing another student to look upon/use your information for any type of exam/lab/assignment; G.

Plagiarism;H. Making untrue statements or giving misleading information or impressions.I. Turning in work written in someone else’s handwriting.

Important Notices

Cheating infractions follow students from year to year.

Cheating infractions can prevent students from receiving honors such as acceptance into the National Honor Society, receiving the Principal’s Award for Academic Achievement and Leadership, receiving the Dean’s Award for Academic Achievement, or from receiving the Assistant Principals’ Heart Award.

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CONSEQUENCES

Homework/Class Work ConsequencesFirst Offense Discipline referral sent to the assistant

principal Teacher notifies parent/guardian by phone, progress report, or letter sentZero on assignmentClass satisfactory (S) in conduct Growth plan

Second Offense Discipline referral sent to the assistant principal Assistant principal notifies parent/guardian by phone, or in writingRequired parent conference Zero on assignmentClass poor (P) in conduct 1 hour detention Disciplinary probation

Tests/Research Papers/Quizzes/Projects/Essays

Consequences

First Offense Discipline referral sent to the assistant principalAssistant principal notifies parent/guardian Required parent conferenceZero on assignmentClass and Office poor (P) in conduct 1 hour detentionGrowth plan

Second Offense Discipline referral sent to the assistant principalAssistant principal notifies parent/guardian Required parent conferenceZero on assignmentClass and Office unsatisfactory (U) in conduct 1 hour detentionDisciplinary probation

Final Exam ConsequencesDiscipline referral sent to the assistant principalAssistant principal notifies parents/guardians Required exit conferenceZero on final examClass and office unsatisfactory (U) in conduct 1 hour detention

*Students exited from DeBakey High School due to conduct are not allowed to return to campus or participate in DeBakey events.

DRESS CODE POLICY

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All students must wear the appropriate shirt and bottom to school each day, and carry a clear or mesh backpack only. Special dress days will be announced.

DeBakey HSHP DRESS CODE

STANDARD DRESS

Item Requirements ColorID Badge School issued

P.E. Uniform Shirts and shorts sold by the P.T.A.

Blue shorts Grey t-shirt

Tops Polo shirt with DeBakey logo DeBakey blue, navy blue, or white

Undershirts No writing DeBakey blue, navy blue, white, or black

Pants Belted at the waist, trouser fit No cargos

Khaki or navy blue

Shorts or skirts Belted at the waist, trouser fit; Skirt hems must touch the top of

Khaki or navy

Jackets (traditional zip) or Sweatshirts (pullovers)

DeBakey logo ONLY; DeBakey club sweaters on assigned Spirit

DeBakey blue or navy blue

Accessories No ties, scarves, bandanas Headbands must be less than 2

DeBakey blue, navy blue, or white

Knee-high Socks and Tights No patterns DeBakey blue, navy blue, black, or white

Shoes Closed toe, closed heel No sandals No flip flops

Any

Backpack Mesh or clear only Any

NOTE: Scrubs, both top and bottoms, may be worn all day by Seniors. Juniors may only wear their scrubs on the day of their scheduled HST class. (School rule/guideline #38.)

SPIRIT DAY FRIDAY DRESS (when assigned/applicable)

Item Requirements ColorTops Spirit shirts

School club t-shirts/sweatshirts Class tee shirts/sweatshirts NO hoodies

Any

Pants/shorts/Skirts Fitted at the waist, belted, trouser or straight cut; NO cargosNO excessive tight pants NO jeans

Khaki or navy

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CONSEQUENCES1st infraction ½ hour detention after school

(Thursday) Written notification to parents2nd infraction 1 hour after school detention (Thursday)

Written notification to parents3rd Infraction 1 hour after-school detention (Thursday)

Written notification to student and parent4th Infraction 2 hours Saturday detention

Conduct cut to SRequired parent conference Growth plan

5th Infraction 1 Hour detentionConduct cut to P (incomplete detention will result in a U in conduct)Parent notification Disciplinary probation

6th Infraction Disciplinary probationNon-renewal recommendationRemoval of senior privileges (i.e. Lock-In, Prom, Senior Field Trip, Awards Night)

We recommend the following stores for pants, shorts, and skirts: Academy, J.C. Penny, Fiesta, Sears, or most uniform stores. Other stores tend to carry below the waist styles, jean cuts, and skinny/very tight fits. Those types of pants, shorts, and skirts are unprofessional, fall outside the dress code, and if they are worn to school, will cause your conduct grade to be lowered. *Students exited from DeBakey High School due to conduct are not allowed to return to campus or participate in DeBakey events.

Cell Phone Policy

Use cell phones and other electronic devices before 7:40 a.m., and after 3:30 p.m., or during your lunch period. During your lunch period, phones and electronic devices can be used in the cafeteria, the breezeway, or the rear courtyard. Cell phones and other electronic devices are prohibited in the gym, library, and main building classrooms and hallways unless a teacher has approved their use to complete course related assignments.Silence cell phones and other electronic devices. Store your devices in your locker, backpack, or purse. Phones and other devices seen or heard by DeBakey faculty or administration will be confiscated.

Infractions Consequences

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1st Cell Phone Infraction Discipline referral to the assistant principal$15 administrative feePhone held until the following Monday after confiscation

2nd Cell Phone Infraction Discipline referral to the assistant principal$15 administrative fee1 hour detention after school (Thursday) Parent/guardian required to retrieve phone or device

3rd Cell Phone Infraction Discipline referral to the assistant principal$15 administrative fee1 hour detention after school (Thursday) Parent/guardian required to retrieve phone or deviceDisciplinary probation

4th Cell Phone Infraction Discipline referral to the assistant principal$15 administrative fee1 hour detention after school (Thursday) Parent/guardian required to retrieve phone or Transfer non-renewal recommendation

During Testing If a student is found to carry a cell phone in the classroom during any assessment, the student will receive a zero on that assessment. If a student is found using a cell phone during any assessment, the infraction will be treated as a cheating incident and the consequences for cheating will apply. Students who possess cell phones during state and national testing will have the exams voided.

*Students exited from DeBakey High School due to conduct are not allowed to return to campus or participate in DeBakey events.

After School RulesAt the regular dismissal bell, students have ten minutes to:

• Get all items needed for tutorials and homework from the lockers. Students will not be allowed in lockers for any reason ten minutes after the dismissal bell unless escorted by an adult sponsor, parent, or have a specific note from an adult sponsor who prevented the student for going to the locker.

• Go to the restroom.• Get snacks from the vending machines.

Ten minutes after the regular dismissal bell (3:40 p.m.):• Students who are not in tutorials, the library, club meetings or student council activities should

be outside the building.• Students should not be in the hallways unless an adult sponsor is physically with the students.• Students in the halls without a hall pass or with an expired hall pass will have their names referred to

an assistant principal.• Students will not be allowed to enter the library after the ten minute passing period.• Students who leave tutorials to attend another activity must have a hall pass, and report to the next

activity within five minutes.• Students leaving tutorials before the tutorial dismissal bell must: o Exit the building with an

after school hall pass.o For safety purposes, use stairwell one, near the main office, if exiting from the 2nd or 3rd floors.

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• No passes are needed to exit the building ten minutes after the tutorial dismissal bell. Ten minutes after the tutorial dismissal bell, students leaving the building must:

• Exit the building with an after school hall pass, or their adult sponsor;• For safety purposes, use stairwell one, near the main office, if exiting the 2nd or 3rd floors.

No announcements will be made during the tutorial period.

5:00 P.M.: No students should be in the building unless the adult sponsor has received prior approval from the office!!!

Infraction Consequence1st After-school Rules Infraction Warning

Infraction is recorded2nd After-school Rules Infraction ½ hour after-school detention (Thursday)3rd After-school Rules Infraction 1 hour after-school detention (Thursday)

Written notification to student and parent4th After-school Rules Infraction 2 hours Saturday detention

Conduct Cut to SRequired parent conference Growth plan

5th After-school Rules Infraction 1 Hour detentionConduct cut to P (incomplete detention will result in a U in conduct)Parent notification Disciplinary probation

6th After-school Rules Infraction Disciplinary probationNon-renewal recommendationRemoval of senior privileges (i.e. Lock-In, Prom, Senior Field Trip, Awards Night)

*Students exited from DeBakey High School due to conduct are not allowed to return to campus or participate in DeBakey events.

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Bus ConductBus service is provided to transport students to and from school. Students are considered “in school” while riding the bus and will conduct themselves accordingly. Conduct reports submitted by the bus driver may result in loss of transportation privileges.LunchStudents are expected to eat in the cafeteria, breezeway, or rear courtyard, and to keep these areas free of trash. All cafeteria trays must be disposed of in the trash cans at the end of breakfast and lunch. Students are not allowed in the hallways or at the lockers during lunch. Food should be consumed in the cafeteria only.Students who eat or drink in the hallways will receive disciplinary consequences.

Infraction Consequence1st Food/Drink Infraction Warning

Infraction recorded2nd Food/Drink Infraction ½ hour after-school detention (Thursday)3rd Food/Drink Infraction 1 hour after-school detention (Thursday)

Written notification to student and parent4th Food/Drink Infraction 2 hours Saturday detention

Conduct Cut to SRequired parent conference Growth plan

5th Food/Drink Infraction 1 Hour detentionConduct cut to P (incomplete detention will result in a U in conduct)Parent notification Disciplinary probation

6th Food/Drink Infraction Disciplinary probationNon-renewal recommendationRemoval of senior privileges (i.e. Lock-In, Prom, Senior Field Trip, Awards Night)

Displays of AffectionStudents are expected to display appropriate school behavior toward the same sex or opposite sex. Appropriate behavior means that students are allowed to hold hands and talk to each other. Inappropriate behavior includes kissing and any touching other than holding hands.

Vending MachinesVending Machines are not to be used during class periods or during the lunch periods. Vending machines are available between classes and after school. Students may not use any of the vending machines while class is in session.

Graffiti, Destruction of School Property, and Unauthorized MaterialsAny student who chooses to deface the building through the use of graffiti or other means will be subject to serious disciplinary consequences which include suspension and legal action as described in the Houston ISD Code of Student Conduct.

Delivery ServicesStudents are not allowed to order pizzas other foods, or other services to be delivered during the school day.

Banned Materials

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Students are not allowed to bring skateboards, water guns, water balloons, silly string, confetti, shaving cream, or spray paint on campus (parking lot included). Students found in possession of these items will have them confiscated and they will not be returned. Students will receive an office conduct cut and disciplinary probation.

Students are not allowed to carry mace, laser pointers, or tasers on campus. These items are classified as weapons.

Use of Student Identification CardsStudents may not use another student’s identification number to acquire breakfast, lunch, or books.

Friends and Family Members Visiting the CampusStudents may not meet friends or family members at school, nor bring them to class without permission from administration. Parents or alumni must sign in at the main office and get a permit to visit. Teachers may not be disturbed during class time.

Medical Center Rotations and Preceptorship

Junior and senior students participating in Texas Medical Center visits will report to their assigned job sites on time. Students will remain in those sites as instructed by their teachers. Students who choose to leave their worksites without the teacher’s permission will be charged with skipping.

Displaying Posters and FlyersStudents may not attach posters or any other material to any exit door or trophy case. All posters and flyers must be approved by an administrator.

Student PublicationsAll student publications must have a school sponsor. “Underground” newspapers are in violation of school district policy.

Security

DHSHP has a full-time HISD police officer assigned to the campus. The officer patrols the school building, grounds, and parking lot. The officer issues key cards for the school parking lot, and issues tickets as necessary. If you need assistance, the officer can be reached in the main office.

ParkingStudents driving cars to school are expected to park on the east side of the parking lot across from the school, starting with the sixth row and back. Students are not allowed to park in visitor spaces.

A key card is required to enter the lot. The student parking fee is $20.00. The campus officer collects key card fees and issues the cards. Students must provide a Texas Driver’s License, the car’s license plate number, and proof of insurance before a key card will be issued. There will be a $10.00 charge for lost, damaged, or stolen key cards. If the key card is revoked due to misbehavior, the key card fee will not be refunded. Students are encouraged to park inside the lot. School officials are better able to monitor the safety of those who park in the lot.

Driving to school and using the parking lot is a privilege, not a right. Students are expected to practice safe driving habits. Car surfing is dangerous and prohibited.

Upon arrival to school, drivers will immediately exit their cars and enter the school building. Upon dismissal, drivers will immediately exit the parking lot, using the Leland Anderson Street Exit.

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Students may not purchase key cards for other students. Key cards are the property of the Texas Medical Center and are not transferable. It is illegal to share key cards. Key cards must be returned by May 25, 2016.

School Entrances and ExitsThe official entrance and exit doors are the Shenandoah Street doors. All other doors are to be used for emergencies only. Use of the auxiliary doors under normal school conditions will be considered an act of misconduct.

SmokingHISD maintains non-smoking facilities. Therefore, no smoking is allowed inside the school or on the surrounding school property. The HISD Code of Student Conduct recognizes smoking, using, or possession of tobacco, tobacco products, smokeless cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and any other nicotine delivery device or any substance for consumption containing nicotine as a Level 3 offense. Students found to have engaged any such activity may lose transportation privileges, the ability to participate in special activities, may be suspended, and may be subject to additional disciplinary penalties.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES GUIDELINES

Any student may be excluded from extracurricular activities due to poor conduct.

Specific Class Activities:During the school year, teachers will sometimes schedule excursions. All students enrolled in the class, in the class period within which the trip is scheduled, can participate. Other students not enrolled during the specified class period must be approved to attend either by their class period teacher or an administrator. If the trip lasts longer than the class period, students wishing to participate must receive permission from their other teachers. Examples of such trips include special events in Biology, Health Science, Art, Theater, and the UP Experience.

Specific Grade Level ActivitiesSpecific grade level activities are those events approved by the administration that involve the entire grade level. Examples include whole class field lessons and Field Day. Students are not absent and such events are not counted as absences.

Clubs and Organizations/Activities and CompetitionsIn order to participate in club or organization activities, students must have passing grades in all classes,

and have no less that an “S” in conduct in all classes. Examples of such activities include: School awards (DeBakey HS King, Queen, and Court; Prom King and Queen)

• HOSA• Student offices (Class officers, student council officers and representatives)• Club officers

Running for and Holding Offices

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In order to run for offices, students must have passed all classes during the previous semester, and must maintain passing in all classes each semester the office is held. Grade cut-off dates will be announced.

UIL CompetitionsUIL guidelines apply. Students must also pass all non-Pre-AP. An example of a UIL activity is One Act Play.Class Sponsors

Class Sponsors2018 9th Grade Teachers2017 Dr. Bielamowicz and all 10th grade teachers2016 Mrs. Briones and all 11th grade teachers2016 Mrs. Khan, Ms. Goudeau, and all 11th grade teachers

Clubs and Organizations – must have a faculty sponsor in order to be officially recognized. Sponsors must be present at all meetings. If the sponsor cannot attend, the club/organization cannot meet.

Club T-ShirtsClub t-shirts may only be sold to club members.

Off-Campus Club EventsOff-campus club events cannot be advertised on campus.

Athletic-based ClubsStudents need a Waiver and Release form in order to participate in athletic clubs. Pick up a waiver form from Ms. Matranga.

School Dances

School Dances – Dance

Sponsor Attire Date

Freshman –Senior Dance

12th, 9th This dance is casual, but students must follow school guidelines: NO short skirts, strapless shirts, shirts cut too low, muscle shirts, spaghetti straps, and clothes with holes or tears. Any message or writing on the clothes should be school appropriate.

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Winter Ball 12th This is a formal/semi-formal event. Nice dress; tie; jacket; dress shoes. Administration will make the determination of appropriate attire. You will not be able to enter the dance with inappropriate attire. Do not wear attire that is too short (more than 2 inches above the knee), too tight, or low

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cut. Strapless or spaghetti straps must have a sweater.

A DHSHP student can purchase a ticket for himself/herself and purchase one ticket for a currently enrolled non-DHSHP student. The non-DHSHP student must complete a permission to attend form and submit it to the assistant principal. Non-DHSHP students will not be allowed to enter the dance without their DHSHP partners present. Non-DHSHP students are expected to follow all HISD rules and regulations. All students and guests must have IDs, and cannot leave the dance and re-enter. All students must arrive by 9:00 p.m. If attire is inappropriate, students will not be permitted to enter, and the cost of the ticket will not be refunded.

Field Day and Spirit Team Dress Code• You can wear your regular DeBakey uniform or an official DeBakey t-shirt or jersey with jeans,

athletic pants, or athletic shorts that meet the following guidelines:o Official DeBakey t-shirt or jersey that is approved by the administration. You cannot make

your own t-shirt or jersey. You cannot alter the official t-shirt or jersey. For example, you cannot write on the shirt or jersey; you cannot cut it; you cannot tear it.

You can wear any DeBakey class or club t-shirt on this day, but it must be an official, approved shirt that is not altered in any way.

o If you are participating in a class team sport or activity and all students do not have the same t-shirt jersey, you will be required to wear a solid-colored practice jersey provided by the P.E. department.

o Mesh/athletic shorts must be school length appropriate – must be longer than you finger tips when your arms are straight at your sides. o No tights, leggings or yoga pants, unless you have shorts over them.

o You must wear closed toe shoes; no sandals. o No tank tops or sleeveless shirts. o Guys and girls must wear a shirt and pants or shorts at all times. o No bandanas

o No hats in the buildingYou will receive a dress code violation and will not be able to participate in field day activities if you violate the field day dress code.

No outside guests are allowed on campus (former DeBakey students or students from other schools). On Field Day, only parents and approved judges can be on campus after they sign in at the main office.

College Visits (Juniors and Seniors)Question AnswerHow many college visits do you get? Two days in the 11th grade and two days in the 12th

gradeWhen should I use my college visit days? During the fall semester; spring semester is too

busy.

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Who do I talk to if I want to go on a college visit? Mrs. Perez, our attendance clerk; she will give you a permit. You have to talk to her at least two days before your planned visit.

What do I need to prove I went to the college? When you return from the college visit, you need to take a letter on the college’s letterhead to Mrs.Perez. When you bring the letter, your absences will be marked excused.

Where is Mrs. Perez’s office? Her office is the Main Office on the first floor.

Prom1. Check in begins at 8:00 p.m. and ends at 9:00 p.m. Students arriving after 9:00 p.m. must be escorted

by a parent. Students will not be admitted without a parent present.2. Once you enter the prom, you will not be able to leave and re-enter. Do not forget your camera or

purse in the car.3. All guests are to follow all HISD rules and policies. You are responsible for your guest.

4. If you are suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, you will be detained and parents and local authorities will be contacted.

5. Formal attire must be worn throughout the duration of the event. Prom fashions can include spaghetti straps and strapless fashions. However, prom attire is expected to be modest and not excessively revealing. Dresses that expose the midriff and/or lower back are considered inappropriate. If your attire is deemed excessively revealing, you will be asked to cover up with a shawl or some kind of jacket. Students may not remove their shirts. Flip flops are not considered formal attire and may not be worn. Questions about appropriate dress should be directed to the administration. DeBakey administration reserves the right to remove participants who fail to comply.

6. Students are expected to engage in appropriate dancing. Please keep in mind this is a night to have fun and enjoy yourselves, but you must also be on your very best behavior. The reputation of DeBakey HSHP is in your hands and inappropriate dancing or behavior on the dance floor will not be allowed. For your safety, keep both feet on the floor at all times. Lifting students off the floor is not acceptable and could lead to injury. DeBakey HSHP administration reserves the right to remove participants who fail to comply.

7. All guests must not be older than 20 years of age and no younger than 16 years of age. Proof of age must be presented at the door or at any time during the event by ALL non-DeBakey students.

8. Houston ISD police officers will be on duty to aid in the protection and security of our students.9. Prom ends at midnight. At midnight, all prom participants are expected to exit the venue and leave

the premises. Prom participants will not be permitted to loiter in the lobby. Make your arrangements prior to prom night so that you know what you are doing when prom ends.

Final Exam Exemptions

12th Grade StudentsFor second semester seniors to qualify for a final exam exemption in a course, they must meet ALL of the following criteria:

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1. Must have an 85 average or better for the course (i.e., the average of Cycle 4, Cycle 5 and Cycle 6 must be at least 85);

2. Must have an S or and E conduct grade for each cycle (Cycle 4, Cycle 5 and Cycle 6);3. Must have no more than 3 total absences (excuse and unexcused combined) for Cycle 4, Cycle 5 and

Cycle 6 combined. This does not include extra-curricular absences for things like field lessons and HOSA unless the student has exceeded the allowable five (5) extra-curricular absences at which time the sixth and subsequent extra-curricular absences will become unexcused absences according toHISD School Guidelines.

9th, 10th, or 11th Grade Students Enrolled in an Advanced Placement CourseFor second semester students enrolled in an Advanced Placement course to qualify for a final exam exemption in that course, they must meet ALL of the following criteria.

1. Take the scheduled Advanced Placement exam for that course;2. Must have an 85 average or better for the course (i.e, the average of Cycle 4, Cycle 5 and Cycle 6

must be at least 85);3. Must have an S or an E conduct grade for each cycle (Cycle 4, Cycle 5 and Cycle 6)4. Must have no more than 3 total absences (excuse and unexcused combined) for Cycle 4, Cycle 5 and

Cycle 6 combined. This does not include extra-curricular absences for things like field lessons and HOSA unless the student has exceeded the allowable 5 extra-curricular absences at which time the 6th and subsequent extra-curricular absences will become unexcused absences according to HISD School Guidelines.

Also note, students CANNOT QUALIFY for final exam exemptions in ANY of their classes if they receive as office conduct cut of ‘P’ or ‘U’ for any cycle (Cycle 4, Cycle 5 or Cycle 6) or if the sum of their period A2 and period B2 ADA absences combined (excused and unexcused) for Cycles 4, 5, and 6 combined is more than 3. All exemptions are contingent upon fulfilling all academic and behavioral responsibilities through the last day of the school year, May 28, 2015.

Commencement AgreementIn the spring semester, seniors and their parents will be asked to sign a form that reads as follows:

My parents and I understand that in order to participate in the 2016 Commencement Exercises for the Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions, I must meet the following minimum criteria/standards:

• Pass all required courses

• Complete prescribed 4 year curriculum

• Complete required 100 hours of community service

• Clear textbook record

• Clear all outstanding fines/fundraiser accounts/dues, etc.

• Return parking key card

• Complete graduation survey

• Return Senior Check-out form to your counselor

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• Return this form signed by a parent/legal guardian to appropriate counselor no later than Thursday, May 26, 2016.

I am acutely aware that if I engage in any act(s) of inappropriate behavior during the graduation ceremony, I will be removed from that area and I will be denied my diploma.

Other Important Information (Seniors)According to Board Policy, a fee may be required for students desiring to participate in senior social activities; however, participation is not mandatory.

Seniors who have disciplinary infractions during the last six weeks of school may have one or all of their privileges revoked. This restriction includes participation in class night, senior trips, and the graduation ceremony.

Waivers

1. DeBakey 1 – High School – Final Exam exemptions Waiver of Local Board Policy – The purpose of this waiver is to allow DeBakey HSHP to exempt from taking final exams those second semester students who do well in AP classes and take the corresponding AP exams. The AP students that have taken the national exam and have a current semester average of 85 or above may be exempt from taking the final exam in that class if they meet all additional qualifications. The specific objective of improving AP class grades and AP test results is identified in the School Improvement Plan (SIP). The success of this waiver will show an increase in class grades, and increase in AP exams, and higher AP exam scores as compares to the year before.

2. DeBakey 2 – High School – Final Exam Exemptions for Seniors in non-AP Courses Waiver of Local Policy – The purpose of this waiver is to allow DHSHP to exempt from taking final exams those senior students that do well in non-AP courses. The senior students that have a current semester average of 85 or above may be exempt from taking the final exam in that class if they meet all qualifications.

3. DeBakey 3 – High School – Grade Points Waiver of Local Policy EIC – The purpose of this waiver is to adjust the weighted grade issued for AP Calculus BC from 1 (one) grade point per semester to 1.5 (one point five) grade points per semester. Adjustment of the grade points will apply to all DeBakey HSHP students taking AP Calculus BC. The grade points will be added to the student’s academic record upon completion of each semester course. Students and parents will be notified that these grade points cannot be transferred to another school. The potential for earning that additional .5 grade point per semester will encourage high achieving students to accept the challenge of APCalculus BC. The specific objective is identified in the School Improvement Plan (SIP). The success of this waiver will be demonstrated by the increased number of students in AP Calculus BC and higher AP exams as compared to the year before.

4. DeBakey 4 – High School – Graduation Requirements – Waiver of EIF – DeBakey HSHP is requesting that the HISD/TEA minimum graduation requirements be waived in lieu of the rigorous four-year course sequence required at DeBakey HSHP. All students at DHSHP are required to complete fouryear course sequence in order to graduate from DeBakey HSHP. The added graduation requirements will be most beneficial for our college bound graduates in preparing them for careers in medicine, mathematics, science, research, and health professions. Students meeting HISD graduation requirements will be permitted to graduate and participate in ceremonies and activities with other DeBakey HSHP students.

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5. DeBakey 5 – High School – Grade Point Average (GPA) Waiver of Local Policy EIC – The purpose of this waiver is to allow DeBakey HSHP to compute GPA in a more consistent and equitable manner for graduation by using only grades in courses taken at DeBakey HSHP in school years 9-12. Students enrolled at DeBakey HSHP, who take off campus and online courses (required, electives, or AP), will receive credit for such courses but the course grade will not be averaged into the student’s cumulative GPA for graduation.

6. DeBakey 6 – High School – Grade Points Waiver of Local Policy EIC – The purpose of this waiver is to adjust the weighted grade points issued for AP Chemistry from 1 (one) grade point per semester to1.5 (one point five) grade points per semester. Adjustment of the grade points will apply to all DeBakey HSHP students taking AP Chemistry, starting with the Class of 2017. The grade points will be added to the student’s academic record upon completion of each semester course. Students and parents will be notified that these grade points cannot be transferred to another school. The potential for earning the additional 0.5 grade point per semester will encourage all students to accept that challenge of AP Chemistry and its enhanced time-intensive laboratory program. The success of this waiver will be demonstrated by the increased number of students in AP Chemistry earning qualifying AP exam scores as compared to the previous year.

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GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING

ServicesThe counselors and the college center are located on the third floor in Suite 300. Their office hours are 7:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Counselors are available for academic counseling, personal and family problems, career guidance and planning, parent-teacher conferences, and any other issues. All students are encouraged and invited to visit the college center office.

Information is available in the counselor’s office for the following: ACT, SAT, PSAT, college catalogs and applications, summer enrichment programs, summer school, scholarships and applications, graduation requirements and financial aid.

Please be sure you have a written permit from your teacher if you need to see your counselor during class time. Counselors are also available in their offices during the lunch periods daily.

Schedule change or withdrawal from class1. Obtain schedule change form from the counselor.2. Complete current schedule portion of the form, indicating the requested change or withdrawal

comment section of the form, include the reason for the request. Do not write yourself a new schedule.

3. Return the completed form to your homeroom teacher. Approved schedule changes will be returned to you during homeroom class.

4. Follow your original schedule until the changes are approved.

Schedule changes cannot be made after the 10th day of class, unless the change is an administrative change.

Applying for college admissionThe process for applying for college admission varies from one college to another. It is the applicant’s responsibility to know the steps to follow for a particular school. University admissions officers and your counselors can help you with this. When you apply for admission, you send an application form, high school records, and entrance exam scores to the college. Application procedures, forms, and deadlines vary with each college.

How to get an applicationColleges prefer that you apply online, but they will send an application upon request. Application forms are usually distributed at College night. A supply may be left in the counseling office after College Night. Apply for Texas public colleges at www.applytexas.com. Common applications for independent colleges are available at www.commonapp.org.

Start working on college applications now if you have not already done so!When should I apply?

• Fall of senior year for admission and housing

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• All seniors are required to apply to a minimum of three universities/colleges.• The deadline for submission of all college applications at DeBakey is November 28, 2014.

Letters of RecommendationStudents needing letters of recommendation should provide their counselor with the following:

1. An envelope addressed to the person or institution to which the letter is directed, 2. Correct postage and, 3. Deadline date.

Students should give their counselor a minimum of five (5) working days for recommendation letters and at least a week to 10 days prior to a holiday. Students should not wait until the due date for an application to ask the counselor for a letter of recommendation.

Office of the RegistrarThe campus registrar is Ms. Seaton. Her office is located on the 3rd floor in room 313.

The registrar maintains a permanent scholastic record, which contains the student’s number of credits and grade point average for each DeBakey student. The registrar requests records from previous schools and computes class ranks.

The registrar issues HISD transcripts. To request a transcript, go to the registrar’s office and fill out a transcript request form. It normally takes about 24 hours to fill a request. The student should return to the registrar’s office the following school day to pick up the transcript. Official transcripts must be mailed or sent electronically by the registrar.

Community Service HoursThe registrar also maintains a record of student community service hours. Once a student has completed a community service activity, the student should submit documentation of that event to the registrar. The documentation should be hand delivered. The registrar will not accept documentation left in her mailbox. To submit volunteer hours, follow the guidelines listed below.

1. When hours served are not with an organization or club at DeBakey, you have two options for reporting hours:

a. Letter on organization’s letterhead giving the dates served, total hours, and signed by your supervisor.

b. A DeBakey verification form with a business card attached from the organization for which you worked.

2. If you receive a certificate for your service, make sure it has the above information as well as the physical address and phone number of the location. If it does not, you will need to include one of the above forms with the certificate. A sign-in sheet from the location is also acceptable.

3. Every person is responsible for his/her own hours even when serving with a group or club from DeBakey. Turn in your own verification forms.

4. Make copies of all verification forms that you turn in for credit. Give the copies to registrar and keep the originals at home in a safe place.

5. Please write your year of graduation at the top of every verification form that you submit.6. If you have questions about what are acceptable types of service, contact the registrar or your

counselor before you serve.7. All DeBakey school volunteer hours must be approved by Ms. Seaton.8. At least 75 hours must be served in the Houston area.

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MEDICAL INFORMATION

InsuranceStudents are encouraged to review with their parents the Student Insurance Coverage. The cost is very reasonable while providing students with excellent coverage for medical costs incurred during school activities.

ClinicA full-time nurse staffs the clinic. It is open from 7:40 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily.

If a student becomes ill while at school, he/she should get permission from his/her teacher to report to the nurse or see the nurse between class periods. The nurse will assess the student’s condition and determine the appropriate course of action. If it is necessary for a student to go home, the nurse will contact the parents and make the necessary arrangements.

Students must check out through the nurse before leaving the school campus. Leaving without permission is a serious offense. The nurse will make a decision after that time for the student to either report back to class or check out of school.

Please note that the nurse’s office is not designed as a place to stay for more than a one-hour period.

Student immunization records must be presented to the nurse when a student enrolls in DHSHP. The nurse will notify a student if additional immunizations are needed.

The school nurse maintains student school health records. The nurse performs vision, hearing and scoliosis screenings for all ninth graders, as well as for students who are referred or who are new to HISD. The nurse is also available for counseling when there are personal or family problems.

Administration of Medication at SchoolHISD Board Policy prohibits school personnel from administering any medication at school. The only exception is long-term preventive medication which cannot be administered other than during school hours. All medication must be must be checked in to the clinic. Long-term preventive medication can be administered under the following restrictions:

1. A physician must state in writing that a pupil should have a certain medication during school hours. The doctor should describe the type of preparation, color, quantity, and any time of administration.

2. Form 40.3740 must be signed by the physician and be on file before any medication can be given. This form must be renewed at the beginning of each year.

3. Parental consent must appear on Form 40.3740.4. School personnel may not alter physician’s orders in any way without permission of the doctor.

Discontinuation of the medication is permissible upon verbal order of the doctor.5. The school principal will designate the person to administer medication. The school nurse must

in-service those persons as to the specific mode of administration and toxicity of the drug.6. A record of administration of each dose by school personnel must be documented and on file.

Over-the-counter (non-prescription) medications must be kept at home.

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Asthmatic StudentsThe recent changes in law allow a student with asthma to possess and self-administer prescription asthma medicine while on school property or at school-related events provided the following guidelines are met:

1. Proof – The prescription asthma medication has been prescribed for the student as indicated by the prescription label on the medicine.

2. Administration – The self-administration is done in compliance with prescription or written instructions from the student’s physician.

3. Parental Authorization – A parent of the student provides the school with written authorization for the students to self-administer prescription asthma medication.

4. Physician – A parent of the student provides the school with a written statement for the student’s physician, signed by the physician. The physician’s note should clearly indicate the information on the 40.3740 form, which can be obtained from the school nurse.

CAMPUS LOGISTICS

LunchThe cafeteria serves both the HISD school lunch menu and a variety of other lunch items. Breakfast is also served daily before school and is free to all students.

All students are given free/reduced lunch applications on the first day of school. The completed application should be returned to the main office. Students who were on free/reduced lunch last year will have ten days to return a completed application to the office for the 2014 – 2015 school year. The application may also be completed online at www.mealapps.houstonisd.org.Students may request an application at any time during the school year from the main office.

Students are not allowed in the hallway or lockers during lunchtime. Eating is not permitted in the hall, classrooms, or in the stairwells. No food should be taken out of the cafeteria, with the exception of the courtyard or breezeway.

All students must present their IDs to obtain breakfast or lunch. Students must not use another student’s ID number to acquire meals.

GymThe gym is located adjacent to the cafeteria. Only gym shoes may be worn on the gym floor. No food or drinks are allowed in the gym.

Student groups must ask the assistant principal for permission to use the gym after school.

LibraryThe library is located in the main hallway. It is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:25 p.m. Students must use their IDs to check out books. Students also have home access to the library’s collection via the DHSHP library website.

Lockers

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Students are assigned lockers. The locker number will be noted in the upper right hand corner of the class schedule cards. The locker number will remain the same for as long as a student attends DHSHP. Students should never change lockers without permission. All lockers have locks. Students do not need to purchase locks. Students are not allowed to place notes or flyers in others’ lockers.

All lockers must be cleaned out before the last day of school. All remaining textbooks will be returned to the bookroom. All other articles will be discarded.

Magnet OfficeAll student applications and transfers are processed through the magnet office. The magnet office also handles all transportation issues. Address changes must be submitted to the magnet office.

TransportationHISD bus transportation is provided for students who reside within HISD and live two (2) or more miles from DHSHP. Students must arrive to their bus stop 10 to 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick up time. Students must ride their assigned buses only. In order to ride a different bus, a written request must be presented to the magnet office. The request must include the route number the students wishes to ride, the bus stop, and the parent’s phone number, and must be submitted to the main office before 10 AM.

DHSHP is situated along a Houston Metro line. For information concerning routes and schedules, call (713) 635-4000 or visit www.ridemetro.org .

Change of AddressIf your address changes, make sure you provide the magnet office with updated information. You must provide proof of residency (water, gas, or electricity bill). You have been accepted as a HISD resident. If you move out of district, you will fall under the out-of-district designation, and the renewal of your transfer will have to be reconsidered on a space available basis and your acceptance of any tuition requirements.

Telephone UsageEmergency telephone calls for students should be made through the assistant principal’s or counselor’s office (713) 741-2410, or through the school nurse’s office, (713) 746-5217.

It is important to recognize that the school cannot deliver personal messages to students. In case of an emergency, students will be contacted as soon as possible. Please take extra care to list the appropriate emergency telephone number(s) on the enrollment card.

TextbooksThe bookroom is located on the first floor in room 112. Administrative personnel are responsible for textbook distribution and collection. Check with the main office for questions concerning textbooks.

To check out books:1. Pick up your schedule.2. Present your schedule to the person on duty in the bookroom.

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3. Pick up your books.4. Take them to your locker, or you may take them home.

Returning Books at the End of the Spring SemesterYou may turn in your textbooks during breakfast or after exams throughout the entire week of final exams. Use the entire week to turn in your books. Waiting will cause a backlog on the last day of school. You are responsible for turning your books in directly to the bookroom. You may not leave your textbooks in your locker. Your textbooks are not considered turned in until you have received a bookroom receipt.

During final exam week, the bookroom will be open from 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., and from 12:15 p.m. until 1:00 p.m.

Remember1. Each student is responsible for each textbook that he/she has been issued. If the books are lost

or stolen, the student is responsible for payment. When a student needs to pay for a textbook, he/she must pay Ms. Proctor, the financial clerk. Her office is located in the main office. Student must pay in cash, by cashier’s check, or money order.

2. Damaging school textbooks will result in a fine.3. Textbooks returned without the computer bar code cannot be recorded and the student

returning the book will not receive credit.4. Students should write their names in each of their textbooks and maintain the book receipt in a

safe location.5. Students should return all textbooks by the end of the last day of school. Failure to return all

textbooks will result in seniors not receiving their diplomas, report cards, or final transcripts. Students in other grade levels will not receive their report cards and will not be issued textbooks the following semester.

YearbooksRefunds on yearbooks cannot be made after publication of the book.

Summary of General Rules and Guidelines1. All students must be in complete compliance of the dress code when they arrive each morning

until they depart each afternoon.2. Students may not meet friends or family members at school, nor bring them to class without

permission from the administration. Parents or alumni may sign in at the main office and get a permit to visit the school. Teachers may not be disturbed during class time.

3. Lost and Found is located in the main office. Students are expected to turn in any found items that do not belong to them.

4. Students may not attach posters or any other materials to any exit door or trophy case. Any material displayed without administrative approval will be discarded.

5. Students who have been exited from DHSHP are not allowed to return to campus at any time.6. Students are not allowed in the hallways or at the lockers during lunch.7. Parents/guardians will be contacted by phone when a student is absent from school.

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8. Students with membership in clubs/organizations who wish to hold meetings during lunch may do so if the sponsor is present. The students have a permit received prior to the meeting in order to organize the meeting. Students who wish to eat during the meeting must bring a lunch from home. No food may be taken into the classroom from the cafeteria, snack bar, or vending machines.

9. Seniors who have disciplinary infractions during the last six-weeks of school may not participate in Class Night or the Senior Trip. Extreme offenses will exclude students from the graduation ceremony.

10. Any student found under the influence of any illegal substance, alcohol, or chemical substance will be removed from the campus and placed in a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP). Students who have received DAEP placement will not have their magnet transfers renewed.

11. Students may not pay for textbooks, library books, or other school related fees by check. Cash, cashier’s check, or money orders are the only acceptable tender.

12. Students will not be allowed to remain in class after the bell in order to finish a test or other assignment. Each student has 90 minutes in each class to complete assignments. Students will not receive excused tardy permits if they are late to class because they stayed in another class to complete a test or assignment. In addition, a teacher cannot excuse a student’s tardiness to another teacher’s class. A student must get a tardy permit from the office when they are late to a class.

13. Students will not be allowed to leave a classroom before the end of a period without permission and a permit. No student will be allowed to enter another teacher’s classroom without a permit from the sending teacher.

14. Students in the hallways without a permit are out of class without permission and will be referred to the assistant principal. The student will receive detention and parents will be called. Repeated infractions will result in disciplinary probation.

15. Driving to school is a privilege, and is subject to be revoked with more than 3 tardies to school during any one grading period.

16. All students elected as officers of school clubs or organizations are required to attend the annual Principal’s Leadership Conference. Failure to attend will result in being removed from that office.

17. Students should wear lab coats during their assigned science or health science classes. Scrubs may be worn on the students’ assigned heath science class day. Seniors have the option to wear their scrubs daily.

Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions Honor Code

ResponsibilitiesThe implementation of the Honor Code will require the cooperation of students, teachers, and the school administration. The following list briefly outlines the main teacher responsibilities.

Teachers are expected to:• Interpret the Honor Code in a manner that suits their class best. Different teachers may

interpret the Honor Code in different ways, but the underlying ethical principles will be consistent from class to class.

• Report all Honor Code violations.

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• Indicate whether assisting or receiving assistance in completing an assignment is acceptable. Directions should be specific to each assignment in order to minimize ambiguity.

• Include either the signing of the stated honor Code pledge at the end of an assignment or require that the students write the Honor Code pledge at the end of any assignment, quiz, test, or other activity that he teacher has designated as “Honor Code”: students are not to give or receive help.

Although the faculty and administration play a role in accomplishing the goals of the Honor Code, the main responsibility in ensuring these standards are met lies with each individual student. It is the responsibility of each student to fully understand the Honor Code and its regulations as they relate to each class. If an infraction of the Honor Code occurs, the student cannot claim that he or she was unaware of the guidelines.

The core student responsibilities are described in detail below.

Students must maintain the ethical standards dictated by the Honor Code at all times, as follows:

• A student must never fail to uphold the standards of the Honor Code. The Code must be followed at all times, including during, before, and after school.

• Any ambiguities regarding acceptable levels of cooperation for any assignment should be clarified with the teachers before doing the assignment.

• It is the student’s responsibility to clarify with the teacher whether it is permissible to use class materials from past years or receive assistance from students who have taken the class. The students is also responsible for clarifying whether other resources can be used.

• Plagiarism in any form is a most serious Honor Code violation. Plagiarism includes translation from one language to another without citing the source.

• Lack of knowledge regarding Honor Code, class guidelines, or teacher expectations cannot be used as an excuse for violating the Honor Code.

• If a student is aware of or witness to a violation of the Honor Code, it is his/her responsibility under the Code to report the violation to a teacher or administrator.

• Student will write the Honor Pledge and sign his/her name on every Honor Code assignment, quiz, test, or exam. If the teacher has provided the Pledge, student will sign his/her name.

Students will NOT:• Give answers to assignments to students who have yet to complete the assignment.• Share information about or answers to assignments, activities, quizzes or tests that are

Honor Code designated.• Receive answers to assignments, activities, quizzes, or tests that are Honor Code

designated.• Give or receive answers or provide any type of assistance during a quiz, test, exam, or

any Honor Code activity.• Discuss test or exam questions with students who have yet to take the test or exam.

Honor Pledge“I have not violated the Honor Code in completing this (essay/test/assignment/quiz, etc.) .”ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY FOR ELECTRONIC SERVICES FOR STUDENTS

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The Houston Independent school District (HISD) strongly believes in the educational value of electronic services and recognizes the potential to support curriculum and student learning by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication.

Access to the Internet allows students to explore thousands of libraries, databases, museums, and other repositories of information. Families should be aware that some material accessible via the Internet may contain items that are inappropriate, inaccurate, or potentially offensive. While the purposes of the school are to use electronic resources for constructive educational goals, students may find ways to access other materials. The District believes that the benefits to students form electronic services in the form of information resources and opportunities for collaboration exceed the disadvantages. But ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting and conveying the standards their children should follow when using media and information sources. Therefore, the District supports and respects each family’s right to deny electronic services to their student by submitting an “opt-out” form to the school’s principal.

Authorized student use of information resources must be consistent with the educational purposes for which these resources have been provided. The use of HISD electronic services is to assist students in completing educational activities and should be used in a manner that enhances educational experiences and complies with HISD policies. All student users must adhere to the provisions of this Acceptable Use Policy as a condition for continued use of the HISD network. This policy must be followed anytime there is a connection to the district’s wired or wireless network via any electronic device. HISD reserves the right to monitor any user’s online activities. Users should have no expectation of privacy regarding their use of HISD property, including the network, Internet access, files, text, chat room conversations, and e-mail.

Internet Safety

In compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act(“CIPA”), the Houston Independent School District is required to adopt and implement an Internet safety policy addressing: (a) access by minors to inappropriate matter on the Internet; (b) the safety and security of minors when using electronic mail, chat rooms, and other forms of direct electronic communications; (c) unauthorized access, including so-called “hacking,” and other unlawful activities by minors online; (d) unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal information regarding minors; and € measures restricting minors’ access to materials harmful to them. Furthermore, each campus educates students on cyberbullying, appropriate online behavior, and social networking as required by Broadband data Improvement Act.

1. HISD has implemented filtering and/or blocking software to restrict access to Internet sites containing pornography, obscene depictions, or other materials harmful to minors under 18 years of age, to the extent practicable, while using its network. This control also applies to other forms of communication such as e-mail, chat rooms, social networking sites, instant messaging, and the like. However, no software is foolproof, and there is still a risk a user may be exposed to a site or message containing such material.

2. The student’s parent or guardian is responsible for supervising and monitoring all computer usage that occurs outside the HISD network.

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3. Students will not reveal personal information, including name, home address, telephone number, photos, and the like on the Internet. Students are advised to never access, keep, or send anything that they would not want the general public to see.

4. Students will not meet in person anyone thy have met only via the Internet.

5. The user is personally responsible for his or her actions in accessing and utilizing the school’s computer resources.

6. Students must abide by all laws, regulations, the Student Code of Conduct, Acceptable Use Policy, and other related HISD security policies.

Privacy

The family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Under FERPA, parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student’s educational records maintained by the school. Students and qualified parents can view certain educational records of the student online through HISD’s Parent Student Connect portal. These records are safeguarded through all available means and access will be restricted to parents/guardians and the student through the use of user names and passwords.

Acceptable Actions

HISD students may use the network and electronic services provided by HISD to pursue educational activities. Students will learn how Internet resources can provide valuable educational information. Student will be expected to follow accepted rules of network etiquette. These rules include, but are not limited to the following:

• Be courteous and respectful. Do not send or display offensive messages or pictures.

• Use appropriate language in any type of communication. No profane, abusive, or impolite language will be used to communicate nor should materials be accessed that are not in line with the rules of school behavior.

• Keep personal information such as logins, passwords, addresses, and phone numbers confidential.

• Use electronic services for educational purposes only.

• If you encounter materials that violate the rules of appropriate use, disconnect immediately and notify and adult.

Unacceptable Actions

Improper use of electronic services provided by HISD is prohibited. Be prepared to be held accountable for your actions and for the loss of privileges if this Acceptable Use Policy is violated. In addition to the paragraph below labeled “Penalties for Improper Use,” the HISD Student Code of Conduct addresses the consequences for violations. Actions that constitute unacceptable use include, but are not limited to the following:

• Do not use a computer to harm other people or their work.

• Do not damage the computer or the network in any way.

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• Do not interfere with the operation of the network by installing software, shareware, or freeware, including the alteration of any controls designed to provide Internet safety or alteration of HISD’s default computer image.

• Do not violate copyright laws or participate in any criminal activities punishable by law.

• Do not view, send, or display offensive messages or pictures.

• Do not share your password with another person or offer access to any person via your account.

• Do not reveal your personal address or phone numbers or those of other students or colleagues, including the completion of profile data.

• Do not waste limited resources such as disk space or printing capacity.

• Do not distribute advertisements, solicitations, commercial ventures, or political lobbying.

• Do not trespass in another’s folders, work, or files.

• Do not pursue internal or external “hacking”, use anonymous e-mail sites, spread viruses, initiate spam, or attempt to access inappropriate material.

All HISD students are granted access to all electronic services available. If you DO NOT want your student to have access to electronic services, please complete and submit the opt-out form and access will be denied.

Penalties for Improper Use

The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. Misuse, damage, or vandalism of HISD technology resources may also lead to disciplinary and/or legal action, including suspension, expulsion, or criminal prosecution by governmental authorities.

Disclaimer

HISD makes no guarantee about the quality of services provided and is not responsible for any claims, losses, damages, costs, or other obligations arising from the use of its network. Any charge accrued to the user of HISD’s network are borne by the user. Statements by the user on the Internet are from the author’s individual point of view and do not represent the views of HISD, its employees, or members of the Board of Education.

Student and parental/guardian signatures on the Student Code of Conduct represent consent to conform to the Acceptable Use Policy.

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Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions Houston Independent School District

School Parental Involvement Policy, 2015 - 2016

Part 1. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions agrees to implement the following statutory requirements:

• Consistent with section 1118, DeBakey High School will work to ensure that the required school level parental policies meet the requirements of section 1118 of the ESEA, and each include, as a component, a school-parent compact consistent with section 1118(d) of the ESEA.

• DeBakey High School will notify parents of the policy in an understandable and uniform format and, to the extent practical, in a language that the parents can understand. The policy will be made available to the local community and updated periodically to meet the changing needs of the parents and our students.

• In carrying out the Title 1, Part A parent Involvement requirements, to the extent practical, the school will provide full opportunities for participation of parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory children, including providing information and school reports required under section 1111 of the ESEA in an understandable and uniform format and including alternative formats upon request and to the extent practical, in language parent understand.

• If the school-wide program for Title 1, Part A developed under section 1114(b) of the ESEA, is not satisfactory to the parents of participating children, DeBakey High School will submit any parent comments with the plan submitted to the Houston Independent School District.

• DeBakey High School will involve our Title 1, Part A parents in decisions concerning the disbursement of the 1% for Title 1, Part A funds reserved for Parental Involvement and will ensure that no less than 95% for the reserved funds are used by the school.

• DeBakey High School will build its own campus and parent capacity for strong parent involvement, in order to ensure effective involvement of parents and to support a school, parent and community partnership to improve student achievement.

• DeBakey High School will 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 learning;

(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;

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(D) The carrying out of activities, such as those described in section 1118 of the ESEA

Part II. DESCRIPTION OF HOW SCHOOLS WILL IMPLEMENT REQUIRED SCHOOL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT POLICY COMPONENTS

1. The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) will take the following actions to involve parents in the joint development of its school parental involvement plan under section 1118 of the ESEA:

• All members of the Parent Teacher Association and the school community, SDMC and Community Advisory members will be invited to a planning meeting for the drafting of the Title 1, Part A Parent Involvement Policy.

• The meeting will be scheduled to meet the schedules of a majority of the PTA members.• A morning meeting and an evening meeting will be scheduled for both the planning and

approval meetings. Collaborative meetings were held on September 9 and October 14, 2014.

• A draft copy of the document will be e-mailed to all PTA members and a copy posted on the DHSHP’s website for all to submit comments, as desired.

• The approved copy of the Title 1, Part A Parent Involvement document will be given to all students and parents and posted on the school’s website.

2. The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions will take the following actions to involve parents in the process of school review and improvement under section 1116 of the ESEA:

• All school review and improvement meetings will be posted on the schools website, a flyer will be set home to all parents, a call out will be made to all parents with notification of the planning, review and approval meetings to the Title 1, Part A Parent Involvement Policy in a language that is understandable to parents, i.e., English, Spanish and Vietnamese.

• All parents will be encouraged to attend. If they are not able to attend, they can submit comments to the school thru the Title 1, Part A link.

• Update information of the committees action steps in the drafting, review and approval process will be made during monthly PTA meetings and will be posted on the DHSHP’s school website.

3. The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions will hold annual meetings to inform parents of the school’s participation in Title 1, Part A programs, and to explain the Title 1, Part A requirements and the rights of parents to be involved in Title 1, Part A programs. DHSHP will convene the meeting at a time convenient for parents and will offer a flexible number of additional parental involvement meetings, such as in the morning or evening, so that as many parents are able to attend. DHSHP will invite all parents since DHSHP is a Title 1,Part A schooland will encourage parents to attend by September, 2015.

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• Parents were provided the current documents, oriented and informed of their rights during the meeting by the Title 1 Coordinator, Dean Shargey.

• Information of the Open House was publicized via the public address system, a call out to all parents, on the DHSHP’s website and a flyer given to all students.

• Title 1, Part A documents are located in the school’s Time Tracker, in a language that is understandable to parents, i.e., English, Spanish and Vietnamese, and was noted during the meeting.

• All students were provided a Time Tracker and asked to sign for their documents. During the grade level orientation meetings, students were notified of the contents of the Time Tracker.

4. The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions will provide all parents with information in a timely manner about Title 1, Part A programs to include a description and explanation of the DHSHP’s curriculum, the forms of academic assessments used to measure student’s progress and the proficiency level students are expected to meet by:• During the monthly PTA meeting there is a segment of the agenda devoted to updating

“the State of the School”. Parents are provided Title 1, Part A updates which are reflected in the meeting minutes.

• The information segments concerning Title 1, Part A activities are time-sensitive and are shared as appropriate and in conjunction with events on the school’s calendar, i.e., course descriptions, testing, tutorials, etc.

5. The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions will at the request of the parents provide opportunities for regular meetings for parents to formulate suggestions and to participate, as appropriate, in decisions about the education of their students. DHSHP will respond to any such suggestions as soon as possible by:

• The Title 1, Part A annual four meetings are shared with the committee and are posted on the DHSHP’s website.

• An administrator’s attendance at each scheduled monthly PTA meeting will ensure that additional information requested by parents about the Title 1, Part A program can be addressed immediately or shortly there after.

• A suggestions box will be established on the DHSHP’s website where parents can request information, as needed.

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Part III. DISCRETIONARY SCHOOL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT POLICY COMPONENTS

The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) Title 1, Part A Parent Involvement Policy may include additional paragraphs listing and describing other discretionary activities that the Houston ISD, in consultation with its parents, choose to undertake to build parents’ capacity for involvement in the DHSHP and HISD to support their children’s academic achievement, such as the following discretionary activities listed under section 1118(e) of the ESEA:

• Involving parents in the development of training for teachers, principals, and other educators to improve the effectiveness of this training;

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• Providing necessary literacy training for parents from Title 1, Part A funds, if the HISD has exhausted all other reasonable available sources of funding for that training;

• Paying reasonable and necessary expenses associated with parental involvement activities, including transportation and child care costs, to enable parents to participate in school-related meetings and training sessions;

• Training parents to enhance the involvement of other parents;

• Arranging school meetings at a variety of times, or conducting in-home conferences between teachers or other educators who work directly with Title 1, Part A parents, arrange meetings with parents who are unable to attend conferences at school in order to maximize parental involvement and participation in their students education;

• Adopting and implementing model approaches to improving parental involvement;

• Establishing a school parent advisory council to provide advise on all matters related to parental involvement in Title 1, Part A programs;

• Developing appropriate roles of community-based organizations and businesses, including faith- based organizations, in parental involvement activities.

Part IV. ADOPTION

The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions Title 1, Part a, Parental Involvement Policy has been developed jointly with, and agreed on with, parents of students participating in the Title 1, Part A programs, as evidenced by the attached policy.

This policy was adopted by the Houston Independent School District and the Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 and will be in effect for the 2015 - 2016school year. The DHSHP will distribute this policy to all Title 1, Part A parents on or before October 14, 2015.

Michael E DeBakey High School for Health Professions Houston Independent School District

School-Parent Compact, 2015 -2016

The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) and the parents of the students participating in activities, services and programs funded by the Title 1, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) agree that this compact outlines how the parents, the entire school staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved

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student achievement and the means by which DHSHP and parents will build and develop a partnership that will help children achieve the Texas Education Agency’s educational standards. This school-parent compact is in effect during the 2015 - 2016 school year.

SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) will:

1. Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment that enables all Title 1, Part A students to meet the Texas student achievement standards as follows:

a. Instruction at DHSHP will follow the prescribed course Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) as outlined by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and that of the HISD.

b. All DHSHP teachers are highly qualified as established by the NCLB initiative from the United States Department of Education.

c. All DHSHP teachers are assessed annually to ensure a high quality instructor is found in each classroom. Professional development activities are designed to keep our teacher up-to-date with current pedagogical philosophies and best practices.

d. DHSHP instructional staff holds monthly meeting with the Dean and participate in departmental Professional Learning Communities (PLC). The PLC’s ensure all teachers are progressing appropriately, utilizing the prescribed curriculum and their students are making adequate progress as determined by Common Assessment (CA) tools and data review following CA administration.

2. Hold parent-teacher conferences during which the compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual student’s achievement. Specifically, those conferences will be held:

a. Parent-teacher conferences are held at six week intervals with at-risk and failing students.

b. All students/parents and counselor’s meet to draft their course selection for the following year. This conference is typically held in the spring. A mutual meeting time is scheduled with each parent.

3. Provide parents with frequent reports on their student’s progress. DHSHP will provide reports as follows:

a. All students receive a school-wide progress report during the first and fourth progress periods.

b. At-risk students receive progress reports during the second, third, fifth and sixth grading cycles directly from their teachers.

c. Students’ progress reports and report card data are always available thru Parent Connect, HISD’s on-line database.

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4. Provide parents reasonable access to the instructional staff. The DHSHP staff is available for consultation as follows:

a. All DHSHP instructional staff are available during their assigned conference period. This information is available by calling the school or access the teacher’s information on Parent Connect.

b. Teachers can be available at other times by contacting the teachers or Main Office to schedule a conference meeting at a mutually determined date and time.

c. Administration and support staff are available to parents as needed and parents may call the Main Office to schedule a meeting.

d. All administration and support staff are willing to meet with the parents as a needed basis, but it is best to prearrange these meetings to avoid lengthy wait- times.

5. Provide parents opportunities to volunteer and participate in the student’s class, and to observe classroom activities, as follows:

a. Parents are encouraged to serve as chaperones for all campus-wide events: Welcome Back Dance, Holiday Ball, Field Day, field lessons and off-campus activities, Prom and Graduation.

b. HOSA, art, theatre and Science Fair students solicit parent involvement in off- campus events requiring chaperones and assistance with setup and take down of student displays.

c. Parent volunteers are always welcomed to assist in the Main Office during peak times and to support campus initiative, such as Teacher celebrations, awards day events and uniform sales activities.

d. Parents are welcomed to visit their students’ classes as appropriate with proper identification and notification of the teachers.

PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES

We, as parents will support our student’s learning in the following ways:

• Support my son/daughter, as an involved parent by ensuring that they attend school daily and arrive to school on time.

• Encourage my son/daughter to participate in at least one club and/or extracurricular activity.

• Seek information regarding my son’s/daughter’s progress by conferring with teachers, parents, the principal and other school district personnel.

• Attend Houston Independent School District (HISD) parent conferences and visit my student’s classrooms to discuss and participate in their education. Participate in parent groups/activities to contribute to the decision-making process within the HISD.

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• Communicate positive information regarding teachers, principals, and other campus personnel when discussing school with my son/daughter.

• Encourage my son/daughter to follow the rules and regulations of the HISD and the DHSHP.

• Encourage my son/daughter to dress according to the HISD and the DHSHP dress code.

• Staying informed about my son/daughter’s education and communicating with DHSHP by reading all notices by mail, telephone, e-mail or correspondence and responding, as appropriate.

• Serving as a member of policy advisory groups, such as, Title 1, Part A parent representative, School Improvement Team, Shared Decision Making Committee member or other school advisory or policy groups.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

We, as students, will share the responsibility to improve our academic achievement and achieve the Texas Education Agency standards. We will:

• Work hard to do my best in class, complete my homework and achieve my personal educational goals.

• Discuss with my parents what I am learning in school.

• Have a positive attitude towards myself, others, school and learning.

• Respect the cultural differences of other students, their families and the staff.

• Work to resolve conflicts in positive, nonviolent ways.

• Respect all administrators, teachers and staff at DHSHP, whether or not they are my teachers.

ADDITIONAL SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) will:

1. Involve parents in the planning, review, and improvement of the school’s parental involvement policy, in an organized, ongoing and timely way.

2. Involve parents in the joint development of any school wide program plan, in an organized, ongoing, and timely way.

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3. Hold an annual meeting to inform parents of the school’s participation in Title I, Part A programs, and to explain the Title I, Part A requirements, and the right of parents to be involved in Title I, Part A programs. The school will convene the meeting at the convenient time to parents, and will offer a flexible number of additional parental involvement meetings, such as in the morning or evening, so that as many parents as possible are able to attend. The school will invite to this meeting all parents of children participating in Title I, Part A programs (participating students), and will encourage them to attend.

4. Provide information to parents of participating students in an understandable and uniform format, including alternative formats upon the request of parents with disabilities, and to the extent practicable, in language that parents can understand.

5. Provide parents of participating children information in a timely manner about Title I, Part A programs that includes a description an explanation of the school’s curriculum, the forms of academic assessment used to measure children’s progress, and the proficiency levels students are expected to meet.

6. On the request of parents, provide opportunities for regular meetings for parents to formulate suggestions, and to participate, as appropriate, in decisions about the education of their children. The school will respond to any such suggestions as soon as practicably possible.

7. Provide to each parent an individual student report about the performance of their child on the State assessment in at least math, language arts and reading.

8. Provide each parent timely notice when their child has been assigned or has been taught for four (4) or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified within the meaning of the term in section 200.56 of the Title I Final Regulations (67 Fed.Reg. 71710, December 2, 2002).

OPTIONAL SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITIES

To help build and develop a partnership with parents to help their children achieve the State’s high academic standards, The Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) will:

1. Recommend to the local education agency (LEA), the names of parents of participating children of Title I, Part A programs who are interested in serving on the State’s Committee of Practitioners and School Support teams.

2. Notify parents of the school’s participation in Early Reading First, Reading First and Even Start Family Literacy Programs operating within the school, the district and the contact information.

3. Work with the LEA in addressing problems, if any, in implementing parental involvement activities in section 1118 of Title I, Part A.

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4. Work with LEA to ensure that a copy of the SEA’s written complaint procedures for resolving any issue of violation(s) of a Federal statute or regulation of Title I, Part A programs is provided to parents of students and to appropriate private school officials or representatives.

EXPLANATION OF CURRICULUM

The State Board of Education adopted the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills as the curriculum for ALL Texas’ schools. These learning standards will help ensure that all students can meet the challenges that they will face in the 21st Century.

• Each student must become a more effective reader.• Each student will have to know and apply more complex mathematics.• Each student needs to develop a stronger understanding of science concepts, especially

in biology, chemistry, and physics.• Each student must master social studies skills and content necessary to be a responsible

adult citizen.• Each student must master a wider range of technology.

The Texas Essential knowledge and Skills (TEKS) identify what Texas students should know and be able to do at every grade level and in every course in the foundation and enrichment areas as they move successfully through Texas’ public schools.

The Houston Independent School District is dedicated to “Every Student, Every Day” having a plan that will challenge and address the needs of ALL students to meet the high academic standards as outlined in the TEKS. The HISD curriculum, CLEAR is an instructional planning tool for teachers. It clarifies what is to be taught and assessed. CLEAR includes all of the TEKS requirements and it provides clearly defined objectives so “Every Student Every Day” has consistent access to a world-class curriculum to help ALL students in the District succeed.At the Michael E DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) we believe in a challenging curriculum and therefore, have chosen to integrate pre-college curricular framework with TEKS and CLEAR in a comprehensive, inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning. The DHSHP pre-college curriculum combines the best research and practices from a wide range of international schools to create a relevant and engaging educational program. Please refer to the Student Time tracker that was given at Open House for a complete description of the DHSHP’s curriculum.

If you have further questions or comments, please contact the Title I Coordinator, Bernice A Shargey at 713-741-8923 during school hours, by e-mail at [email protected].

EXPLICACIÓN DEL CURRÍCULO DE LA ESCUELA DeBAKEY

La Mesa Directiva Estatal de Educación (State Board of Education) ha adoptado a los Conocimientos y Aptitudes Esenciales de Texas (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills - TEKS) como el currículo para todas las escuelas del Estado. Estas normas de aprendizaje ayudarán a todos los alumnos a superar los retos que se presenten en el futuro.

• Cada estudiante debe convertirse en un lector más eficaz.

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• Cada estudiante deberá conocer y ser capaz de aplicar conceptos matemáticos complejos.

• Cada estudiante debe desarrollar un conocimiento básico sobre los conceptos de Ciencias Naturales, especialmente Biología, Química y Física.

• Cada estudiante debe desarrollar aptitudes y conocimientos de Ciencias Sociales necesarios para convertirse en un ciudadano responsable.

• Cada estudiante debe contar con la capacidad de dominar un más amplio rango tecnológico.

El currículo TEKS identifica lo que deben aprender y qué capacidad deben tener los estudiantes de Texas en cada grado y cada curso, ya sea en las clases básicas y las de enriquecimiento académico para tener éxito en las escuelas públicas de Texas.

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Houston está dedicado a cumplir con el lema “Cada alumno, cada día” mediante un programa que ayudará a TODOS los niños a cumplir las normas más exigentes delineadas en el currículo TEKS. El currículo de HISD, llamado Project CLEAR, es un plan de instrucción para los docentes que clarifica lo que se debe enseñar y evaluar. CLEAR incluye todos los requisitos de TEKS y brinda objetivos claramente definidos para que “Cada alumno, cada día” tenga acceso constante a este excelente currículo.

En la Escuela DeBakey, creemos que es necesario contar con un currículo exigente; por lo tanto, hemos decidido integrar los currículos Scholars y Knowledge, para estudiantes superdotados y talentosos con los currículos TEKS y CLEAR. De esta manera se brinda un sistema integral para la enseñanza y el aprendizaje de nuestros estudiantes del programa del vecindario para superdotados y talentosos (Neighborhood G/T students).Si tienen alguna otra pregunta o comentario, contacten a la Coordinadora de Título I, Bernice A Shargey al 713-741-8923 durante el horario escolar, envíenle un correo electrónico a o [email protected].

EXPLANATION OF ASSESSMENTS

STAAR (EOCs)The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR™) has replaced the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS). The STAAR program at grades 3–8 assess the same subjects and grades that were assessed on TAKS. At high school, however, grade-specific assessments have been replaced with 6 end-of-course (EOC) assessments: Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, English I, English II, and U.S. History.

Advanced Placement ExamsThe AP Examinations are administered each year in May and represent the culmination of college-level work in a given discipline in a secondary school setting. Rigorously developed by committees of college and AP high school faculty, the AP Exams test students' ability to perform at a college level.

PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test)The PSAT/NMSQT is a standardized test that measures critical reading skills, math problem-solving skills, and writing skills. Cosponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation

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and given to all HISD tenth-graders who aren't exempt from the TAKS, it provides practice for the SAT Reasoning Test and also enables students to compete for National Merit scholarships.

SATRequired by many colleges for application for admission, the SAT Reasoning Test measures the critical- thinking and problem-solving skills needed for academic success in college. It includes sections on critical reading, math, and writing. There are six 25-minute sections, (including one essay), two 20- minute sections, a 10-minute multiple-choice writing section. In addition, SAT Subject Tests measure students' mastery of five subject areas: English, history, mathematics, science, and language. Given seven times a year, the SAT Reasoning Test is typically taken by high-school juniors and seniors.

ACTFrequently accepted by many colleges as part of an application for admission, the ACT Assessmen t assesses high-school students' general educational development and their ability to do college-level work. Given six times a year, the multiple-choice test covers English, mathematics, reading, and science; the optional writing test measures skill in planning and writing a short essay.

Gifted and Talented TestingHISD's Advanced Academics Department tests students in kindergarten through grade 11 who are applying to the district's Gifted and Talented (G&T) program, potential G&T students, and new students who lack appropriate achievement-test scores and are seeking grade placement. G&T applicants are given the Naglieri Nonverbal Abilities Test and (depending on their home language) either the Stanford or Aprenda.Teacher Assessments

Students will be assessed on a six week basis thru tests, quizzes, graded work and/or projects. Progress reports are issued after the first three weeks of each six-week cycle. All students at risk of failure must be issued a progress report as notification. Student report cards are issued at the end of each six week cycle. See the HISD School calendar for specific dates. There are three cycles in the Fall semester and three report cards issued in Spring semester.

If you have further questions or comments, please contact me at 713-741-8923 or by e-mail at [email protected] or you can schedule a before or after school conference.

Campus Report Card

By law, schools must provide a Campus Report Card each year to parents. The report card is called the Academic excellence Indicator (AEIS).Each report card contains the following information: state testing results (STAAR/EOCs), dropout rates, student/teacher ratios, administrative and instructional costs per student, disaggregated data on student academic achievement, and the school’s rating.

EXPLICACIÓN DE LAS EVALUACIONES

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Entender los exámenes STAAR de fin de cursoEn lugar de tomar una sola prueba TAKS que englobe varias materias, los estudiantes de secundaria ahora tomarán varios exámenes —uno para cada materia— más difíciles e intensivos al final de cada unade las siguientes clases troncales:Lectura y Escritura I Algebra I BiologíaLectura y Escritura II Geometría Historia de los Estados UnidosEn otras palabras, los estudiantes ahora tomarán exámenes durante el transcurso de los cuatro años de la escuela secundaria; tomarán un examen estatal de competencia de las materias troncales al completar cada curso.

Los exámenes APCuando terminan un curso AP, los estudiantes tienen derecho a tomar el examen AP correspondiente a la asignatura estudiada. Los exámenes AP duran de dos a tres horas, se celebran en mayo y consisten en preguntas tanto de opción múltiple como de respuesta libre. La puntuación va de 1 a 5, y un 3 significa aprobado. La cuota para examinarse es de $87. Si su familia tiene dificultades financieras, tanto usted como él pueden contactar a un coordinador de AP para obtner un descuento en la cuota.

PSATEl examen SAT preliminar de calificación para becas nacionales de mérito Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) evalúa las destrezas que su estudiante ha adquirido a lo largo de su educación. Dichas destrezas incluyen: Lectura crítica, Solución de problemas matemáticos, Redacción El PSAT/NMSQT es la mejor preparación para el SAT. Los estudiantes de 11mo. grado toman el examen para participar en el concurso de becas de la National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Su estudiante también puede beneficiarse si toma el examen en el 10mo. grado o antes, porque obtendrá consejos personalizados sobre las destrezas académicas que necesita para la universidad. Al tomar el examen antes del 11mo. grado, tendrá más tiempo para adquirir esas destrezas y para comenzar el proceso de planificación universitaria.

SATEl SAT es un examen de admisión a la universidad que goza de un reconocimiento global y que permite a los estudiantes mostrar a las universidades lo que saben y lo bien que pueden aplicar ese conocimiento a las admisiones, becas y otros fines, como la colocación de cursos. Pone a prueba la lectura, redacción y matemáticas; materias que se enseñan cotidianamente en los salones de clase de secundaria. La mayoría de los estudiantes toman el SAT durante su tercer o cuarto año de secundaria, y casi todos los colegios y universidades de EE.UU. utilizan el SAT para tomar decisiones en el capítulo de admisión de estudiantes.

La prueba ACT®—para estudiantes de onceavo y doceavo gradosLa prueba ACT es el examen de admisión a las instituciones de educación superior más extensamente aceptada en Estados Unidos. Evalúa el desarrollo educativo general de los estudiantes de preparatoria y su capacidad para completar los cursos superiores. Las pruebas de opción múltiple cubren cuatro áreas de destrezas: Inglés, matemáticas, lectura y ciencias. La prueba de redacción, que es opcional, mide las destrezas en planificación y evalúa la redacción en una composición breve.

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Evaluaciones preparadas por los maestros – Por favor examen el calendario de el Houston ISD. Si tienen alguna pregunta o comentario, les agradezco que me llamen al 713-741-8923 o pueden enviarme un correo electrónico a [email protected], o pueden pedir una cita para reunirse conmigo antes o después del horario de clases.

Reporte de calificaciones para la escuela – Según lo prescribe la ley, las escuelas deben enviar cada año un reporte de calificaciones a los padres. Estos reportes deben contener la siguiente información: “Sistema de Indicadores de Excelencia Académica”, (Academic Excellence Indicators System -AEIS), incluyendo los resultados de las pruebas TAKS y el porcentaje de deserción escolar, el radio del número de estudiantes por maestro, los costos administrativos y de instrucción por alumno, datos desagregados sobre el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes y calificación del rendimiento de la escuela.

Parent Notification

Compliance with No Child Left Behind Act of 2001

P.L. 107-110, Section 1111(6)(A)

To: All Parents

From: Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions

Date: August, 2015

Subject: NOTIFICATION TO PARENTS OF TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS

As a parent of a student at Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP), you have the right to know the professional qualifications of the classroom teachers who instruct your child, and Federal law requires the school district to provide you this information in a timely manner, if you request it. Specifically, you have the right to request the following information about each of your child’s teachers:

• The teacher is certified in Texas for the grades and subjects he or she teaches.• The teacher’s college major, whether the teacher has any advanced degrees, and the field of

discipline of the certification or degree.• Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or provisional status because of special

circumstances.• Whether paraprofessionals provide services to your child and, if so, their qualifications.

If you would like to review any of this information, please contact Dean Shargey, 713-741-2410.

Notificación a los Padres

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Cumplimiento de la Ley Pública 107-110, Sección 1111(h)(6)(A)

A: Todos los padres de familia

De: Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions

Fecha: Agosto 2015

Materia: NOTIFICACIÓN A LOS PADRES DE FAMILIA SOBRE CALIFICACIONES DE MAESTROS

Como padre de un alumno en la escuela Michael E. DeBakey for Health Professions (DHSHP), Vd. tiene el derecho de conocer las calificaciones profesionales de los maestros que enseñan a su hijo, y la ley federal require que el distrito escolar le facilite esta información oportunamente si Vd. la pide. Especificamente, Vd. Tiene el derecho de pedir la siquente información acerca de cada uno de los maestros de su hijo:

• Si el maestro satisface las calificaciones y criterios de certificación estatales para los grados y materias que enseña.

• Si el maestro está enseñando bajo condiciones provisionales o de emergencia debido a circunstancias especiales.

• El campo de especialidad del bachillerato del maestro, si el maestro tiene algún título de posgrado, y en tal caso, el campo de materia de dicho título o certificación.

• Si paraprofesionales ofrecen servicios a su hijo, y en tal caso, cuáles son sus calificaciones.

Si Ud. quiere recibir esta información, sírvase comunicar con la senora Dean Shargey, al numero de telefono, 713-741-24

Dear Parent/Guardian:

The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA), 20 U.S.C. § 1232h, requires HISD (DeBakey HSHP) to notify you and obtain consent or allow you to opt your child out of participating in certain school activities. These activities include a student survey, analysis, or evaluation that concerns one or more of the following eight areas (“protected information surveys”):

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1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent;2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family;3. Sex behavior or attitudes;4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior;5. Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships;6. Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors, or ministers;7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents; or8. Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility.

This requirement also applies to the collection, disclosure or use of student information for marketing purposes (“marketing surveys”), and certain physical exams and screenings.

La enmienda para la protección del alumno, Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA), 20 U.S.C. § 1232h, requiere que [DeBakey HSHP] le notifique y obtenga su consentimiento o le permita que su hijo no participe en ciertas actividades escolares. Estas actividades incluyen una encuesta, un análisis o una evaluación para los alumnos en referencia a uno o más de los siguientes ocho temas (“encuestas con información restringida”)

1. Afiliaciones políticas o creencias del estudiante o sus padres;2. Problemas mentales o físicos del alumno o de su familia;3. Comportamiento o actitudes sexuales;4. Comportamiento ilegal, antisocial, incriminatorio o denigrante;5. Evaluaciones críticas de personas que tienen vínculos familiares con el interrogado;6. Relación con privilegios legales, como con abogados, doctores o autoridades religiosas;7. Práctica, afiliación o creencias religiosas del alumno o su familia;8. Ingresos, con excepción de cuando es requerido por la ley para determinar elegibilidad

a ciertos programas.

Este requisito se aplica también para recolectar, entregar o usar información del estudiante con propósito de estudios de mercado y ciertos exámenes físicos o evaluaciones médicas.

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The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age ("eligible students") certain rights with respect to the student's education records. These rights are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the School receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the School principal [or appropriate school official] a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The School official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the School principal [or appropriate official], clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the School decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the School as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the School has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. [Optional] Upon request, the School discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.[NOTE: FERPA requires a school district to make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent or eligible student of the records request unless it states in its annual notification that it intends to forward records on request.]

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4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the School to comply with the requirements of FERPA. Contact:

El acta de derecho a educación y privacidad de la familia, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), otorga a los padres y estudiantes mayores de 18 años ("alumnos que califican") ciertos derechos en referencia a la educación del alumno. Estos derechos son:

1. El derecho a inspeccionar y revisar los expedientes del alumno antes de cumplirse 45 días de haberlo solicitado a la escuela. Los padres - o alumnos que califican - deben presentar al director de la escuela [o al oficial escolar apropiado] una solicitud escrita que identifique los documentos que desean revisar. El funcionario escolar hará los arreglos necesarios para notificar a los padres - o alumnos que califican - sobre la fecha y el lugar donde podrán revisar los documentos en cuestión.

2. El derecho a solicitar que se enmienden los expedientes del estudiante que los padres - o alumnos que califican - consideren incorrectos o se presten a ser mal entendidos. Los padres - o alumnos que califican - pueden pedir a la escuela que enmiende un expediente que consideren incorrecto o se presta a ser mal entendido. Ellos deben pedir los cambios por escrito al director de la escuela [u oficial apropiado] e identificar claramente la sección del expediente que desean modificar y especificar porqué es incorrecto o se presta a ser mal entendido. Si la escuela decide no enmendar el documento según lo solicitado por los padres o alumnos que califican, deberá notificarles su decisión e informarles que tienen el derecho a una audiencia imparcial en referencia a la solicitud de enmienda. Cuando se notifique a los padres - o estudiantes que califiquen - el derecho a una audiencia, también recibirán la información adicional referente a dicho procedimiento.

3. El derecho a dar consentimiento para entregar información personal contenida en los expedientes del estudiante, excepto en los casos que FERPA autoriza a dar información sin necesidad de consentimiento. Hay una excepción que se aplica cuando las autoridades escolares tienen intereses educativos legítimos para que puedan tener acceso a cierta información sin previo consentimiento. Se consideran autoridades escolares a las personas empleadas por dicha institución como empleados administrativos, supervisores, instructores o miembros del personal de servicios de apoyo (incluyendo servicios médicos y de seguridad); una persona de la mesa directiva; una persona o compañía contratada por la escuela para brindar un servicio especial (como los abogados, consultores médicos o terapeutas); o un padre o estudiante que sea oficial de un comité, como los comités disciplinarios, para presentar quejas o para asistir a otro oficial de la escuela para completar su tarea. Un oficial escolar tiene interés educativo legítimo si necesita revisar un expediente estudiantil para poder cumplir sus responsabilidades profesionales. [Opcional] La escuela entrega expedientes educativos sin el consentimiento a los oficiales de otro distrito escolar que el alumno desea o intenta inscribirse.

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4. [NOTA: FERPA requiere que el distrito escolar haga un intento razonable de notificar a los padres - o alumnos que califican - cuando vaya a entregar información a un tercero a no ser que esto esté estipulado en la notificación anual que envió a los padres o estudiantes que califican.]

5. El derecho a presentar una queja ante el Departamento de Educación de los Estados Unidos de América en referencia a la falta de cumplimiento por parte de la escuela de requisitos impuestos por FERPA. Si desea enviar una queja, el nombre y dirección de la oficina apropiada son:

FamilyPolicyComplianceOffice U.S.Department of Education 400MarylandAvenue,SW Washington,DC20202-4605

The Houston Independent School District receives funds from the federal government under the No child Left Behind Act of 2001. These funds are used in a variety of ways to provide additional help to students in greatest academic need. The law also requires that districts receiving these funds must, upon request, provide to military recruiters, colleges and universities, access to the names, addresses and telephone listings of secondary students.

“Certain information about district students is considered directory information and will be released to anyone who follows the procedures for requesting the information unless the parent or guardian objects to the release of the directory information about the student. If you do not want the HISD to disclose directory information from your child’s education records without your prior written consent, you must notify the district in writing by November 25, 2014. HISD has designated the following information as directory information: Student’s Name, address, telephone listing, electronic mail address, photograph, degrees, honors and awards received, date and place of birth, major field of study, dates of attendance, grade level, most recent educational institution attended, and participation in officially recognized activities and sports, and the weight and height of members of athletic teams.”

It is important for you to know that a secondary school student or his/her parent or guardian may request that the student’s name, address, and telephone number not be released by HISD without prior written parental consent. If you would like to make such a request, please complete the following and return it to your child’s school.

Parent or Guardian: Please complete this section and return the entire form to your child’s school. Use a separate form for each child.

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Military Recruiters (please check one):

□ Do not release my secondary student’s information to military recruiters at any time.□ Do not release my secondary student’s information to military recruiters until you have first

obtained my prior written parental consent before doing so.

Colleges, Universities, or Institutions of Higher Learning (please check one):

□ Do not release my secondary student’s information to Colleges, Universities, or Institutionsof Higher Learning at any time.

□ Do not release my secondary student’s information to Colleges, Universities, or Institutions ofHigher Learning until you have first obtained my prior written parental consent before doing so.

Name of Student: Name of Parent:

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Houston recibe fondos del gobierno federal gracias a la Ley de Igualdad de Oportunidades Educativas del 2001 (No child Left Behind Act). Estos fondos se usan de muchas maneras para proporcionar ayuda adicional a los estudiantes con mayores necesidades académicas. La ley también exige que los distritos escolares que reciben estos fondos permitan acceso a las listas de nombres, teléfonos y direcciones de los alumnos de secundaria, cuando sean solicitados por los reclutadores militares y los de las universidades o colegios universitarios.“Hay cierta información acerca de los estudiantes del Distrito que se considera accesible para publicarla en el directorio escolar. Estos datos pueden ser compartidos con cualquier persona que cumpla con los procedimientos exigidos para obtenerlos, a menos que los padres o tutores legales expresen objeciones a la divulgación de la información de sus hijos. Si usted no desea que HISD publique en el directorio la información obtenida de los expedientes educativos de su hijo sin su previo consentimiento por escrito, deberá notificar al Distrito antes del 25 de noviembre de 2014. HISD ha decidido que pueden publicarse en el directorio los siguientes tipos de información de los estudiantes: nombre, dirección del domicilio, teléfono, dirección de correo electrónico, fotografía, títulos de estudios, honores y premios recibidos, fecha y lugar de nacimiento, materias en que se está especializando, fechas de asistencia a la escuela, grado que cursa, nombre de la última escuela donde

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estudió, su participación en actividades oficialmente reconocidas y deportes, el peso y la estatura de los participantes de los equipos atléticos.”

Es importante que sepan que los alumnos de secundaria y sus padres o tutores legales pueden solicitar que HISD no revele el nombre, dirección y número de teléfono sin tener previamente una autorización por escrito de los padres. Si desea hacer esta solicitud, le agradecemos que complete el formulario que aparece a continuación y lo envíen a la escuela de su hijo.

Estimados padres o tutores legales: Les agradecemos que llenen la siguiente sección y devuelvan la página completa a la escuela de su hijo. Completen un formulario por cada estudiante.

Reclutadores Militares (por favor marque una):

□ No revelen a los reclutadores militares, en ningún momento, la información de mi hijo que estudia en la secundaria.

□ No revelen la información de mi hijo que estudia en la secundaria a los reclutadores militares, hasta que obtengan un consentimiento escrito de mi parte, como padre del alumno.

Universidades, colegios universitarios u otras instituciones de estudios superiores (por favor marque una):

□ No revelen a los reclutadores de universidades, colegios universitarios u otras institucionesde estudios superiores, en ningún momento, la información de mi hijo que estudia en la secundaria.

□ No revelen la información de mi hijo que estudia en la secundaria a los reclutadoresuniversidades, colegios universitarios u otras instituciones de estudios superiores, hasta que obtengan un consentimiento escrito de mi parte, como padre del alumno.

Nombre del Alumno: Nombre del Padre:

Firma del padre o estudiante adulto

McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act

Parental Notification

NCLB Act 115(b)(2)(E)

The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Improvements Act and Texas state law (Texas Education Code Chapter 25) protect the rights of homeless children and youth to receive a free and appropriate public education. Nearly everyone in Texas who is between the ages of 5 and 21 on September 1st of the school year and has not been expelled has the right to attend school.

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The federal McKinney-Vento Act and Texas state law guarantee that you can enroll in school if you live:

• in a shelter (family shelter, domestic violence shelter, youth shelter or transitional living program);

• in a motel, hotel, or weekly-rate housing;• in a house or apartment with more than one family because of financial hardship or loss• in an abandoned building, a car, at a campground, or on the street;

• in temporary foster care or with an adult who is not your parent or legal guardian; in

substandard housing (no electricity, no water, and/or no heat); or with friends or family because you are a runaway or unaccompanied youth.

Furthermore, if you live in one of the above situations, your student has a right to:

• Enroll and attend school without proof of residency.• Enroll and attend classes while the school arranges for immunization records, TB skin test

result, school records, legal guardianship papers, or any other documents required for enrollment.

• Continue to attend the school in which the student was last enrolled, even if you have moved away from that school’s attendance zone or district.

• Receive transportation from your current residence to the school the student last attended.• Enroll and attend classes even while the school and you seek to resolve a dispute over enrolling

your student.• Receive free and reduced-price lunch and other district food programs.• Participate fully in all school activities and programs for which the student is eligible without

regards to the student’s housing accommodations.

Finally, in accordance with Section 1115(b)(2)(E) of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, the District provides Title I, Part A services to any student who is homeless and attending any school served by the District, regardless of whether or not the school is an eligible Title I, Part A school. Your student has a right to receive services in the same manner as does other students on the campus.

If you have any questions about enrolling in school or need assistance with enrolling in school, contact the district liaison, Connie Thompson at 713-556-7019. If you have any questions about receiving Title I, Part A services at the local campus, contact the supervisor for the Title I, Part A Parental Involvement

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Program at 713-556-6928.

Acta de Educación de los Niños sin Vivienda de McKinney-Vento

Notificación a los padres

NCLB Act 115(b) (2) (E)

La ley federal Acta de Educación de los Niños sin Vivienda de McKinney-Vento (McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Improvements Act) y el Capítulo 25 del Código de Educación del Estado de Texas (Texas Education Code) protegen los derechos de los niños y jóvenes sin vivienda de recibir educación pública y gratuita. Casi todos los jóvenes de Texas entre las edades de 5 y 21 años cumplidos antes del 1 de septiembre del año escolar y que no hayan sido expulsados de las escuelas, tienen derecho a asistir a las escuelas.

La ley federal McKinney-Vento y la ley del Estado de Texas garantizan que una persona puede inscribirse en la escuela si vive bajo las siguientes condiciones:

En un refugio temporal o de emergencia (refugio familiar, de protección contra la violencia doméstica o para jóvenes y programas residenciales de transición).En un motel, hotel o vivienda que paga renta semanalmente.En una casa o apartamento ocupados por más de una familia debido a dificultades económicas o pérdida de la propia vivienda.En un edificio abandonado, un automóvil, un parque o en la calle.En una casa que no cumple con los requisitos de habitabilidad porque carece de electricidad, agua o aire acondicionado y calefacción.

En casa de amigos o amistades porque es un joven que huyó del hogar o está solo.

Además, si ustedes viven bajo alguna de las condiciones mencionadas anteriormente, sus hijos tienen derecho de:

Ser inscritos y asistir a la escuela sin mostrar prueba de residencia.Asistir a clases mientras la escuela hace arreglos para obtener los comprobantes de inmunización,

resultados de la prueba dérmica de tuberculosis, archivos escolares, documentos de tutoría legal o cualquier otra documentación requerida para inscribirse.

Continuar asistiendo a la escuela donde estaban inscritos, aunque se hayan mudado fuera de la zona correspondiente a dicho plantel o distrito escolar.

Recibir servicios de transporte de ida y vuelta del lugar donde están viviendo a la escuela donde estudiaban.

Matricularse y asistir a clases, mientras los padres y la escuela resuelven cualquier disputa sobre la inscripción del niño.

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Recibir comidas gratuitas o a precio reducido y participar en cualquier otro programa de alimentación del distrito escolar.

Participar en todas las actividades y programas escolares para los cuales califican, sin tomar en cuenta sus condiciones de vivienda.

Finalmente, de acuerdo con la Sección 1115(b) (2) (E) de la Ley de Igualdad de Oportunidades Educativas del 2001 (No Child Left Behind Act), el Distrito proveerá servicios de Título I, Parte A a cualquier alumno que no tenga vivienda y asista a cualquier escuela asociada con el Distrito, sin importar si la escuela califica para participar en los programas de Título I Parte A. Su hijo tiene derecho a recibir servicios de la misma manera que los otros alumnos del centro educativo adonde asiste.

Si tiene alguna pregunta acerca de la inscripción en la escuela o necesita asistencia para matricularlo, póngase en contacto con la persona encargada para este distrito escolar, la Sra. Connie Thompson, llamándola al 713-556-7019. Si desea saber cómo recibir servicios de Título I, Parte A en una escuela local, comuníquese con el supervisor de ese Programa de Participación de los Padres Título I, Parte A (Parental Involvement Program) llamando al 713-556-6928.

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