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WARBURG SCHOOL “A Small School with A Big Heart”
STUDENT HANDBOOK 2016-2017
5412-50 Street Warburg, AB
T0C 2T0 780-848-2822
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Warburg School School Contact Information:
Telephone: (780) 848-2822 Fax: (780) 848-7600
Office Staff:
Principal: Wendy Maltais Email – [email protected]
Assistant Principal: Vicki Fritz Email – [email protected]
Head Secretary: Leanne Tessier Email – [email protected]
Financial Secretary: Trish Forster Email – [email protected]
Librarian: Janet Sarvas Email - [email protected]
Teaching Staff: Parents may contact teachers via email using the same format of first name.last [email protected].
School Mission Statement: Warburg School Believes:
● Change begins with me. ● I am a leader. ● I am empowered to learn ● I respect myself and others. ● Everyone has genius
Leader in Me: Warburg School is a Leader in Me School. It teaches 21st century leadership and life skills to students and creates a culture of student empowerment based on the idea that every child can be a leader. That our school should not merely be focused on improving test scores, but should provide opportunities for students to develop their full potential.
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● Leadership ● Responsibility ● Accountability ● Problem Solving ● Adaptability ● Communication ● Initiative and Self-Direction ● Creativity ● Cross-Cultural Skills ● Teamwork
Instructional Programs: Students at Warburg School receive instruction according to curriculum guidelines and regulations set out by Alberta Education Program of Studies. Detailed particulars according to grade and subject are available on the Alberta Education website (https://education.alberta.ca/ ), or from the school upon request. Students with special education needs will receive Individual Support Plans (ISP). Parents and teachers will review and sign these ISPs at regular reporting periods during the school year. A K&E program is available for Junior High students.
Warburg School Main Office Procedures:
1. All visitors and late students must check in with the secretaries when they enter the school at the office.
2. School buildings and property are not open to the public except for specific events. Visitors to the school must report to the general office when they arrive at the school, sign-in/sign-out, and must wear a visitor/volunteer pass. Students are not allowed to bring visitors to the school without receiving approval in advance from the school administration.
3. For student safety and in order to be able to account for all students in the event of an emergency, students must sign in or out at the general office when they arrive late or leave early during the school day.
4. A phone is available on the office counter for student use only during noon hour and appropriate breaks. Students are not permitted to use the student phone during class time.
5. Unless there is an emergency, incoming messages for students will be relayed at class breaks. Please do not call to speak to a student during class time.
Early Dismissal: On the first Wednesday of every month (Staff meeting day), students are dismissed at 2:10 p.m. Visitors to the School: Visitors are cordially welcome, and when such a visit is associated with the educational well-being of students, it is strongly encouraged. Visitors to specific classrooms should make arrangements with the teacher and/or administration ahead of time. There may be occasions when, in the interest of student learning, teachers may refuse admission to their classrooms. All visitors must report to the general office before visiting other areas within the school. Visitors to the school must report to the general office when they arrive at the school, sign-in/sign-out, and must wear a visitor/volunteer pass. Black Gold Regional Division #18 encourages mutual respect and dignity for those we serve and those who serve. We expect that visitors to our schools will understand the importance of modeling appropriate behavior for students. Inappropriate conduct or abusive behavior towards our students or staff is not tolerated. Visitors should appreciate the school’s primary task of delivering the most effective instruction possible for all students.
Warburg School Any person disrupting school activities or trespassing on school property will be required to leave and the appropriate authority will be notified. Please help us maintain a positive and safe environment. Parent Volunteers: Parent volunteers are welcome at Warburg School. There are a number of important tasks parents can perform to assist the teacher. Parents who have the time and interest in volunteering need to register at the school. BGRS Policy requires that all volunteers complete and sign a volunteer registration form each year they wish to volunteer in the school, and may be required to have a intervention record check and vulnerable sector check. Warburg Parent/School Society: All parents are welcome to the Warburg Parent/School Society meetings which are held every month. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM. This is a venue where parents provide input into school decision making, fund-raising and general school support. This year’s chairperson is Mrs. Jennifer Cousins ([email protected] ). Report Cards: Report cards for all students in grades 7-12 are issued on November 9, February 3, April 13 and June 28. Students in grade K-6 will have report cards issued in November, March, and June. Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled on November 16 (regular) and April 20 (student led). Teachers and parents may meet more frequently, at the request of either the parent or teacher. All grade 7-12 student report cards will be online only and can be viewed in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. If you do not have Parent Portal access, please contact the school. Homework: Teachers will assign homework to students or may simply require them to complete unfinished class work. Generally, Jr. high and high school students DO have homework every evening: they need to work on projects or assignments, complete unfinished class work, or review material previously covered. Elementary students may be assigned homework because work was not completed during class time, or to provide review, practice or study for upcoming exams. Parents are encouraged to help their children take homework assignments seriously and to develop effective home routines for completion of assignments.
Warburg School Students are responsible to speak to their teacher upon return from an absence to catch up on any work or exams missed. Lunch Policy: Students are encouraged to remain at school during the lunch hour. Junior and Senior high students who remain at school for lunch eat in the student lounge or homerooms if supervised, while elementary students eat in their classrooms. Hot lunches will be available at minimal costs to the students through the elementary hot lunch program and/or Garfields Concession for secondary students. Students have the option to buy pizza at school on a monthly basis. Hot Soup is offered free one Wednesday per month as well. Parent Council may also offer lunch programs. Locks and Lockers: Students are assigned a locker at the beginning of the school year. While the lock belongs to the student, the locker remains the property of Black Gold Regional Schools and may be opened and searched by an administrator or agent of the Board at any time without notice. Only the locker assigned may be used. Lockers are to be closed and locked at all times. Combinations or spare key must be provided to the office. WARBURG SCHOOL cannot be responsible for possessions missing from unlocked lockers or left on the floor. Students are cautioned to leave valuables at home. Be sure to lock any valuables in lockers or leave valuables in the office before changing for gym classes. It is the responsibility of each student to keep their locker clean at all times. Periodic locker clean-ups are held to rid lockers of moldy lunches and general disarray. Backpacks must be stored in lockers; they are not permitted in classrooms because of safety concerns. Please note: Warburg School Administation has the right to check lockers without consent at any time. Inclement Weather: When inclement weather prevents busses from running and/or the school is closed, specific announcements will be made on the following radio stations: CFCW (860AM), CISN(103.9FM), CHED(630AM), CFRN(1260AM), CHQT(880AM), JOE(92FM), CBC(740AM), GLOBAL, A-CHANNEL. Information will also be available on the Black Gold Central Office answering machine at 955-6025 and on the Black Gold website at www.blackgold.ab.ca or the school Website www.ws.blackgold.ca If circumstances require students to be sent home early, announcements will also be made over these radio stations.
Warburg School Parents please note: It is very important that students dress appropriately for the weather of the day, whether riding the bus or walking to school. Unless it is extremely cold, students go outside for recess and for noon hour and should be dressed for the weather. Bus drivers may refuse to have students get on the bus without proper clothing for the weather. Indoor Footwear: To help us maintain a neat school environment, we expect/encourage all students have both indoor and outdoor footwear. Please avoid the use of black-soled shoes as they leave unsightly marks on the floors. Running shoes are generally recommended as indoor footwear. Lost and Found: Personal items and clothing brought to school should be clearly labeled so that if lost, items can be returned to the owner. Items misplaced by students are generally placed in the Lost and Found boxes. Periodically unclaimed items are washed and donated to charity. Playground Rules: Students are expected to
1. Warburg School is a HANDS OFF school. 2. play safely in the designated areas (not outside the playground
nor in the bushes on the north or west side of the playground). 3. use playground equipment safely 4. avoid throwing objects such as rocks or snowballs, etc. 5. leave skateboards and rollerblades at home 6. not ride bikes on the school property – keep bikes in bike racks
until dismissal 7. walk in the hallways 8. cooperate with playground supervisors and obey instructions 9. respect the rights of all students to share the playground
equipment. Extended holiday trips, and trips during school and/ or exam times: If you are taking a trip during school time, administration should be notified, as well as the individual teachers. Parents should be aware that any work or tests missed during an absence must be completed in a timely fashion. If assigned, it is the responsibility of the student to complete his/her homework. Failure to do so could result in loss of marks or late penalties.
Warburg School Hour Zero Protocol: The safety of our students is very important. Students can expect to experience drills during the school year to prepare them for any potentially dangerous situations. When the alarm sounds or directions are given over the PA system, students must follow instructions quickly and quietly. Directions for primary and secondary evacuation routs are posted in each classroom along with Hour Zero materials. Vehicles at School: Vehicles must be driven safely and responsibly on school property and in the village of Warburg.
● Student vehicles should be parked in the student parking area at the west end of school parking lot.
● At NO time are students permitted to park in the emergency access zone in the bus zone or on the basketball court.
● Permission to use school parking facilities may be revoked if a student has broken traffic rules or parks a vehicle without registration/plates.
● Transporting students in student-driven vehicles during class time is strictly forbidden unless proper forms have been filled out in the office and permission has been granted by parents/legal guardians.
The Library: provides services and facilities that enhance students’ education. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner which will not disturb others. Acceptable activities include working on homework, recreational reading, and research. Food and drink are not allowed in the library. Students are responsible for materials they sign out and will be required to reimburse the school for any lost or damaged materials. SCHOOL BUS RULES The school bus is considered an extension of the classroom, and therefore, classroom conduct is to be observed at all times. The bus driver is responsible for the safety of the students on his/her bus and must, therefore, receive the respect, consideration and cooperation of each student.
➢ The operator will report any serious misconduct to the administration of the school concerned. Any student who insists on misbehaving may be denied the privilege of riding the school bus.
➢ Violation of any of the bus rules may lead to the loss of riding privileges and/or suspension from the school.
➢ If a student is going home on the bus with another student, notes from both sets of parents must be presented to the driver. Office staff cannot write a note to the driver.
Warburg School NOTE: these guidelines are based on the Highway Traffic Act, the School Act and Division Policy.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT As in any public place, there are rules of conduct at Warburg School. The underlying rule is respect. All persons associated with Warburg School must, during school hours or during recognized school activities, demonstrate respect to others, themselves and the building and area around Warburg School. The fundamental premise on which rules of conduct and deportment are based is that students who enroll in this school have a desire to learn, wish to attend classes they select and know how to behave in a reasonable manner. Failure to comply with the expectations will result in disciplinary action or suspension. Recommendations to BGRS Board of Education can be made for expulsion from school. If there is a major disciplinary concern, every effort will be made to contact the parents. Parents will be asked to come to school in an effort to resolve the concern. If parents sense a conflict between a child and a staff member, they should discuss their concern directly with the staff member. Continuing concerns should then be forwarded to the administration. The WARBURG SCHOOL Student Code of Conduct establishes the parameters for student behavior, attitudes, and academic effort. It is based on policies established by the School Act and by Black Gold Regional Schools. Section 12 of the Alberta School Act (2002) states that “a student shall conduct himself or herself so as to reasonably comply with the following code of conduct:
➢ be diligent in pursuing the student’s studies; ➢ attend school regularly and punctually; ➢ cooperate fully with everyone authorized by the Board to provide
education programs and other services; ➢ comply with the rules of the school; ➢ account to the student’s teachers for the student’s conduct; ➢ respect the rights of others.”
In addition to the School Act standards, the following Black Gold policy states grounds for possible probation, suspension or expulsion:
➢ conduct injurious to the physical or mental well-being of others in the school;
➢ willful damage to public property;
Warburg School ➢ possession of prohibited substances (alcoholic beverages, tobacco
products, and/or other narcotics or drugs) on school property, or at school-sponsored functions;
➢ being under the influence of alcohol and/or other narcotics or drugs while on school property; or at school-sponsored functions; or
➢ use of profane or improper language. In addition:
➢ All students are expected to cooperate promptly and respectfully with all staff (teachers, support staff, etc.) in order to maintain a safe and positive school environment.
➢ Students will refrain from horseplay in the hallways and at lockers.
➢ Students will refrain from inappropriate physical intimacy in the school.
➢ Students, who damage desks or any other property, either deliberately or
because of horseplay, will be required to pay for repairs or replacement.
➢ While custodial staff is responsible for maintaining the school, students should take pride in their school and help the custodians by keeping the school and school grounds clean and free of garbage, graffiti and dangerous materials.
➢ During class time or on spares, students will refrain from loitering in the
hallways. Students on spare should be in the student lounge, library or designated work areas.
➢ Snowball incidents will result in disciplinary action. Further incidents
could lead to suspension
➢ Acts of bullying either physically, verbally or electronically will lead to immediate disciplinary consequences.
➢ Students who break the privacy of a student or staff member through access of private areas such as lockers, desks, cupboards or access students computers accounts or personal devices will lead to immediate disciplinary consequences.
Warburg School Exclusion from class Any student who has been excluded from a class can be put outside of the classroom if the student is monitored or is to go to the office immediately. The student will remain in the office until the end of the period. Arrangements will be made for the teacher and student to meet prior to the next session of the class. Depending upon the circumstances, school administration and/or parents/guardians may be involved. Phone and Other Electronic Devices Cell phones and I-pods must be turned off during class time, and any use is prohibited unless required by the classroom teacher. First Offence: the teacher will confiscate any cell phone being used during class time and be returned at the end of that class period. Second Offence: the teacher will confiscate any cell phone being used during class time and sent to the office where it will be returned to the student at the end of the day. Third Offence: the teacher will confiscate any cell phone being used during class time and sent to the office where a parent will be required to pick up the cell phone from the office. A student may be banned from possessing a cell phone for periods of one week or more. Cell phones may be used during breaks and noon hour. Cell phone use includes text messaging, use of photo capability, apps, social media, use of internet capability as well as the typical cell phone call usage. Any inappropriate use of a cell phone on school property, will result in confiscation or suspension. At no times should cell phones be used to take photos or videos without consent and used appropriately. Warburg School Administration has the right to search students phones that have breached any school rules and privacy of an individual.
Warburg School Mental Abuse, Physical Abuse, and Possession and/or use of a weapon Under no circumstances will physical abuse towards anyone at the school be tolerated. This includes fighting or promoting a fight among others. Similarly, under no circumstances shall any person have possession of or use a weapon or any item which is used as a weapon, while on school grounds. VTRA protocal will be followed immediately and law enforcement will immediately be notified. Suspensions will be issued under these circumstances. Specifically, persons fighting, except those clearly acting in self-defence, will be suspended and may be charged with causing a disturbance in a public place. A second involvement in fighting will result in recommendation for expulsion. People watching a fight may be asked to proceed to the office as witnesses. Cheering on a fight or encouraging a fight is also a suspendable offence. Harassment, Verbal Abuse or Intimidation towards any staff member or student at the school will not be tolerated. This includes the use of technology for harassment. Warburg School is a safe place, and those who work towards destroying that safe atmosphere will be suspended and/or recommended for expulsion. Sexual Harassment is an unwanted and uninvited behavior which is illegal and intimidating. This includes inappropriate gender-related comments and conduct which are verbal, written or physical in nature. Situations will be dealt with in accordance to Black Gold policy. Defiance of an Adult. When a reasonable request is made by any adult at the school, a student must fulfill the request. Students must identify themselves by name when requested by any adult in the school. Students have the right, and are encouraged to discuss unreasonable requests with the administration, but outright defiance will be considered a major disciplinary situation and may result in suspension from school. Profanity. Warburg School, like any other public area, is not the place for profanity. All persons in the school must recognize the need for appropriate language. Refusal to use appropriate language will be considered a major disciplinary situation and may result in suspension from school.
Warburg School Alcohol, Illegal Drugs, Use of Tobacco or Vapor Products As educators, we can only advise as to the difficulties alcohol or drugs can create. However, we are able to insist that all persons associated with the school avoid the use of, or association with anyone using, drugs or alcohol during the time school is in session or during school sponsored activities. In addition, while in school, possession of any item associated with drugs is prohibited. Such items will be confiscated and turned over to the RCMP. Anyone who challenges these rules, or who is associated with those who challenge these rules, faces suspension and/or recommendation for expulsion. Persons involved with drugs or alcohol during curricular or extra-curricular field trips may be withdrawn from the class/activity associated with the trip. The use of all tobacco products is strongly discouraged. Open display of any tobacco product is prohibited and will result in confiscation. The use of any smokeless tobacco product, and the act of spitting, in school or anywhere on school grounds is prohibited. Defiance of the regulations regarding use of tobacco products will result in the following: First infraction is an in-school suspension. Second infraction is a multiple day in-school suspension along with a fine issued by our school resource officer. A third Infraction will be considered an act of defiance and will result in an out of school suspension. Future infractions will be dealt with more seriously. All tobacco products will be confiscated. APPROPRIATE USE OF TECHNOLOGY Black Gold Regional Schools maintains a wide area network which provides staff and students access to the Internet. Students are expected to treat computers and software carefully and respectfully. Students (and their parents/guardians) must complete an authorized use of technology form when they enroll at the school and before they are permitted to use the technology available in the school. This form will be kept on file with the computer facilitator. The guidelines listed below are important to review regularly.
1. Using technology is a privilege, not a right. 2. All users are expected to abide by generally accepted rules of network
etiquette. ▪ Be polite. ▪ Use appropriate language.
Warburg School ▪ Do not engage in activities prohibited under municipal, provincial,
federal or international law. ▪ Do not use the network in such a way that you disrupt the use of
the network by others. ▪ Treat all communications and information accessible via the
Internet as the private property of those who put it on the network. Do not vandalize or attempt to vandalize such communication or information.
▪ Do not attempt to harm, modify or destroy data of another user. 3. Security is a high priority. Remember electronic mail is not private.
Never allow others to use your password. 4. The Division may from time to time regulate access to material on the
Internet. 5. The Division reserves the right to review any material or user accounts
and to monitor file server space in order to determine whether the use of the network is appropriate.
6. Violation of any of these rules may lead to suspension of computer privileges.
BYOD and Computer Use Students are expected to use information and communication technology (computers) as an educational resource and in a responsible fashion. Students are subject to disciplinary action in the event of inappropriate or unacceptable use. All students must follow BGRS BYOD policies and Digital Citizenship found at https://sites.google.com/a/gshare.blackgold.ca/bgrs-byod/ Dress Code - NO HAT OR HEAD GEAR FACILITY Student apparel should contribute to a positive school atmosphere and facilitate learning rather than detract from it. Clothing should be appropriate to an educational setting. Footwear and shirts must be worn at all times. Beach wear is not suitable school attire. (e.g. halters, brief shorts) Clothing with profane or vulgar slogans or pictures, and clothing featuring connotations related to drugs, sex or violence are not acceptable. All persons will be asked to take off their hats or other forms of head covering upon entering the school. Cooperation is expected and persons initially not complying with this expectation will be asked to do so. Continued non-compliance will be considered as defiance, and will result in suspension. This guideline will be waived for special circumstances (i.e.
Warburg School religious consideration, safety or medical condition as discussed with school administration) and for special days (i.e. crazy hat day). Suitable clothing is required for physical education and vocational education courses. Students should check with their instructor as to the clothing required.
Academic Probation
Students who are on academic probation for attendance or academic performance below 50% will adhere and agree in a contract to the following:
1. I will be punctual for all classes with an allowance of three lates per month.
2. I will be in attendance for the entirety of all classes, with a 0 unexcused tolerance.
3. Will not be permitted to participate in extra-curricular activities until either grades are above 50% or attendance is 100%. Students who are on Academic Probation must meet the code of conduct and these two stipulations. If they do not meet these, the student will be removed from that course and will not be eligible to take it until the next time it is offered. In most cases the following year. Regular meetings will be held with the student and may also require parents at the meetings while on Academic Probation to provide feedback on the students progress. Expectations for Extra-Curricular Participation The following are expectations for students to join and continue to participate in the activities:
● Attend all classes on a regular basis ● Be passing all classes ● Provide exemplary behaviour both in school and during school sponsored
activities such as extra-curricular ● School fees and sport fees are paid in full
A student who does not meet these expectations will be warned and the student must meet the expectation within 2 weeks. If the expectation is not met within
Warburg School that time the student will be removed from participating in that activity until the expectation is met.
ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY Our school attendance policy is based on:
● the recognition that continuing regular attendance at school is a significant contributing factor to student learning.
● the interests of student learning that requires regular attendance at school by all students throughout the school year.
● all school personnel co-operating with parents to help solve any attendance problems.
● parents being informed of all absences through PowerSchool Parent Portal. Statements of Responsibility
● Attendance in all classes is primarily the responsibility of the student, and
secondarily of the parents. ● Students are responsible for all class work and assignments even if their absences
are unavoidable or school generated. ● Parents are responsible for informing school personnel of all absences, preferably
at the beginning of the absence. ● Teachers are responsible for accurate recording and reporting of attendance.
Implementation
● Teachers will decide when student absenteeism warrants intervention and will
use discretion in considering extenuating circumstances. ● Teachers will discuss attendance concerns with students, and will follow up with
initial contact with parents either by telephone or through written/email notification.
● Teachers will advise administration when they believe that intervention is necessary.
● Administration will initiate contact with parents and work with the student to try to modify behavior and to improve attendance.
● Administration will advise both students and parents when the student’s lack of attendance threatens continued registration in the course (Sr. High) or referral for an attendance hearing (Elementary/Junior High).
● Further unexcused absences will be suitable grounds for withdrawal from the course.
Warburg School ● Sr. High absences will be dealt with on a course by course basis. ● In the event of a student has missed a significant number of days of school, both
excused or unexcused, attendance will be a significant factor in determining a student will be retained in their current grade.
Phone Out Each morning (9:00 AM) and afternoon (12:30 PM), an automated notification to parents/home will be made by phone call//text message for students with an unexcused absence. It is imperative that each teacher submit their attendance, via PowerSchool, promptly (within the first 10 minutes of bell). Jr. and Sr. High teachers must also submit attendance in blocks. Absence Definitions Excused Absence - Absences are excused if:
● Notification is provided to the school of the absence by a parent/guardian ● Student is attending a school sponsored event ● Student is on Out of School Suspension
Unexcused Absence - Absences are unexcused if:
● No notification is provided to the school of the absence by a parent/guardian ● Student is deemed skipping class by attending school and not in a scheduled class
Skipping - A student is deemed to be skipping and recorded as an Unexcused Absence if:
● Student does not attend a scheduled class and are found in the school ● Student leaves class at ANY time during the class without consent of the teacher
and does not return. Lates Students show responsibility by being on time for classes. This demonstrates respect to teachers and peers and helps promote an environment conducive to learning. Any students arriving late for class MUST check in at the office. There, they will fill in a late log and receive a late slip to give to their teacher. Teachers should retain late slips for their records.
Warburg School Sample Guidelines for Lates
For 1-3 Lates – Teacher initiates communication with student.
For 3-5 Lates – Teacher initiates communication with parents. At 6 Lates – Teacher refers student to admin. Admin will communicate concerns with student and parents. Admin will initiate a conference with teacher, parents and student, outlining plan to modify behavior.
Attendance Reports While it is a teacher’s duty to monitor student attendance on a day to day basis, administration will monitor absences on a weekly basis for eleven (11) or more unexcused absences. It is the teacher’s responsibility to communicate by phone or email with parents regarding unexcused absences from 6-10. Attendance concerns will be communicated back to individual teachers about further process in the following manners. Elementary/Junior High: Notification of unexcused absences of 6 to 10 will be made with a formal letter. Further absences will require a notification letter identifying continued absences will require an attendance board hearing. Senior High: Notification of all absences are done through PowerSchool and may be made with a formal letter/email to parents. Any absences of any type beyond 10 may require the student to be withdrawn from the course(s) in question. Sample Absence Monitoring Sequence
For 3- 5 Absences – Teacher initiates communication with parent and enters a powerschool log for admin.
For 6-10 Absences – Teacher refers student to admin. Admin will communicate concerns with student and parents in the form of a formal letter. Admin will initiate a conference with teacher, parents and student, outlining plan to modify behavior. At 11 Absences – Elementary/Junior High students will receive notification that further unexcused absences will require an Attendance Hearing. Senior high students will have a course(s) withdrawn.
Warburg School Attendance Board Referrals Attendance board referrals will be made when absences significantly affect a student's ability to obtain the prescribed curriculum. It is important that students have access to classroom instruction and help to complete the entire curriculum so they can not only be successful for the following grades, but to be in a position for success in post-secondary school or the workforce. Notification will be provided to parents leading up to an attendance hearing to provide an opportunity to correct the attendance issue. Notification of an attendance hearing will be made in writing to parents/guardians when a student reaches 10 Unexcused absences and/or a combination of 25 excused or unexcused absences. Once an attendance hearing takes place, an attendance board will make a decision that could include:
● legal requirements for school attendance ● fines levied
COURSES AND EVALUATION: ELEMENTARY/JUNIOR SCHOOL
1. Grades are calculated cumulatively across an entire course (not one term at a time).
2. Promotions are based on the principles of objectivity, equity and justice. In each course, students will receive a course outline from the instructor containing a clear statement of course objectives and evaluation procedures. The final exam will normally cover the total term work in a course and will be weighted 20% of the final course mark. Junior high students will be passed on the achievement of a weighted average of 50% or better to be calculated as follows: ➢ 75% of the average of the 4 core subjects (Language Arts, Math,
Science, Social Studies) + Physical Education and Health (averaged together as a 5th core course).
➢ 25% of the average of all complementary courses. In addition, students must pass at least three of the four core subjects in order to advance to the next grade level.
COURSES AND CREDITS – SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 1. A full-time high school student is registered in a minimum of 15 credits
each semester. Grade 10s and 11s are not permitted to have spares.
Warburg School 2. Students will be identified as being in a high school grade based on the
following: ➢ Grade 10 = 0-40 total credits ➢ Grade 11 = 41-70 total credits ➢ Grade 12 = 60+ total credits
3. To be eligible for awards, honor/recognition roll and valedictorian, students must be registered in a minimum of 30 credits for the school year.
4. Senior High Course changes may take place until one week after the start of the course.
5. Senior High Course withdrawals require a student to complete and submit a course withdrawal form, available from the principal. This form must be signed by the student, parent, counsellor and administrator.
6. Grades will be calculated cumulatively across an entire course (not one term at a time). As much as possible, courses offered within disciplines (e.g. humanities, maths, sciences) should use similar weightings for various course components.
7. The final exam will normally cover the total term work in a course and will be weighted30% of the final course mark for non-diploma exam courses. There are no re-writes on final exams.
6. A passing grade in any subject/course is 50%. Senior high students earn credits for a course if they have a final grade of 50% or above. Any grades below 35% will be automatically withdrawn.
7. Promotions are based on the principles of objectivity, equity and justice. In each course students will receive a course outline from the instructor containing a clear statement of course objectives and evaluation procedures. The evaluation guidelines established in the course outline will be followed consistently for all students in the course.
8. Appeal procedure: Appeals of final course marks should be made in writing to the principal within two weeks of the time the final standing was received by the student, giving the reason for the appeal. The principal will acknowledge receipt of the appeal and indicate a decision date. In reviewing appeals, the following procedures may be used: ➢ consultation with the teacher(s) involved ➢ check of records ➢ interview with the student/parent ➢ review of evaluation procedure ➢ permitting student/parent to see final exam and exam grade
Warburg School The outcome of the appeal will be confirmed in writing. Should a student or parent be dissatisfied with the outcome of the appeal, a further appeal may be made to the Superintendent of Schools.
9. Retroactive credits: According to Alberta Education regulations, students may earn retroactive credits if they move from one course stream to another (usually lower) with a mark of at least 40%. For example, if a student takes Science 10 then Science 24, the student earns retroactive credits for Science 14 upon successful completion of Science 24.
10. On-Line courses may be available to students if a course is not offered in the school or if the student has an unavoidable timetable conflict. A refundable deposit fee for materials may be required.
PLAGIARISM Students who have been deemed to have plagiarized their work will receive an automatic zero and will be reported to the office for further discipline. A student may appeal this decision with the classroom teacher. STUDENT RECOGNITION
Recognition of student academic achievement is calculated by the administration after each reporting period Honor Roll – 80.0% and above Junior High: calculated on 75% of the four core courses plus Physical Education and Health (averaged as a 5th course) and 25% of complementary courses. Senior High: calculated using all marks (excluding Work Experience and Special Projects) in high school courses taken by the student during the reporting period (weighted by credit). Awards Recognition The Junior/Senior High Awards Ceremony for Grades 7-11, and the Grade 12 Graduation and Awards Ceremony are held on separate evenings at the beginning of October. The Elementary Awards Ceremony occurs in the afternoon on the last day of classes in June. Students are recognized for their academic achievement and other special awards.
Warburg School These annual events recognize the achievements of students from the previous year. A committee chaired by an administrator organizes the events. Dates and times will be announced in the school newsletter.
Warburg School Grade 12 Student Graduation Program Participation Policy The Graduation Program in Conjunction with Warburg School will consist of the following:
a. Parade of graduates - all graduates will parade in front of K-11 students and individually tell of their favorite appropriate memory of attending Warburg School
b. Graduation Ceremony - Cap and gown ceremony in the PAC c. Graduation Dinner d. Graduation Dance
All program activities are held in conjunction with Warburg School and must follow BGRS graduation guidelines.(including Policy IFCH: Alcohol at Graduation) POLICY To attend or participate in all or any item in the Graduation program, a student must be “In Good Standing for Graduation” 2 weeks prior to the date of the Graduation program. “In Good Standing for Graduation” requirements: A student must be:
a. eligible to meet all Alberta Education High School Diploma requirements which include:
i. enrolled and passing all courses required to receive 100 credits ii. passed or passing all minimum courses required
1. 30 Level English (ELA) 2. 30 Level Social Studies 3. CALM 20
Warburg School 4. Physical Education 10 5. 10 Credits in Math to a 20 level 6. 10 Credits in Science to a 20 level 7. 10 Credits in 30 level courses
b. if enrolled in any ADLC, Moodle, or Outreach courses, all coursework needs to be completed and passing with only a final or diploma exam remaining if it is required.
c. If a student is enrolled in either a 30 Level English (ELA) or 30 Level Social Studies during the semester of the Graduation Program, a passing grade in the course work is required. The student will then be eligible without a final mark or diploma examination mark.
d. not under suspension on the date of the Graduation program. Any student on the day, and any time during the Graduation program who is deemed under the influence of Alcohol or illegal drugs will be immediately suspended and removed from participating in any further Graduation program activities that day.
