Student Handbook - Lawndale High School

Centinela Valley Union High School District
Lawndale High School
2011-2012
Student Handbook
Manual del Estudiante
14901 S. Inglewood Ave.
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 263-3100
www.lawndalehs.org
There are no limits to our accomplishments!
Table of Contents
Section I: School Specifi c Information / Sección I: Información Específi cas a la Escuela Welcome Letters / Cartas de
Bienvenida
Expected School-Wide Learning Results / Expectativas de los Resultados del Aprendizaje al Nivel Escolar School Map / Mapa Escolar
Academic Calendar / Calendario Academico Bell and Class Schedules / Horarios de
Clases
Graduation Requirements / Requisitos de Graduación Dress Code Policy / Código de Vestir
Grading Policy / Reglamento de Califi cación
Library and Texbook Policies / Requisitos de la Biblioteca y Libros
Academic Programs and Policies / Programmas y Códigos Academicos
Counseling and Guidance Services / Servicios de Consejeria y Guia
Section II: Letters of Notices from the District / Sección II: Cartas de Notifi cación del Distrito
District Discipline Policy / Reglamento de Disciplina
Tardy Policy / Reglamento de Atrasos
Confi scation Policy / Reglamento de Confi scación
California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) / Examen de Egreso de Preparatoria de California
Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) / Programa de Exámenes e Informes de Evaluación Estandarizado s
California High School Profi ciency Examination (CHSPE) / Examen de Competencia para Escuelas Preparatorias de California
Section III: Notice of Rights and Responsibilities of Parents / Notifi cación de los Derechos y Responsabilidades de los
Padres
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Centinela Valley Union High School District
Lawndale High School
14901 Inglewood Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260
Phone: (310) 263-3100 Fax: (310) 263-3120
www.lawndalehs.org
J Guidetti
JosephPrincipal
Guidetti
Stephen Principal
Nellman
Associate
AngelaPrincipal
Fajardo
Rosalyn
Varee
Associate
Principal
Associate
Principal
Dawn
Nelson
Jill Waggoner
Associate
Principal
Associate Principal
Jose A. Fernandez, Superintendent
On behalf of the Lawndale High School faculty and staff, I welcome you to the 2011-2012 school year. Last year,
we spoke of unprecedented change in our district. And now we see the fruits of our labor begin to pay off. We
spoke of the way in which people view change, as well. No matter the initial trepidation, the changes undergone
at Lawndale have been done so with one thought in mind – the well being of the child. While physical changes
are apparent on the Lawndale campus that which remains constant, is the rich tradition dedicated staff provides to
honor the code of providing academic excellence.
I have enjoyed a twenty-five year career. For well over a decade, I have lead instruction at some of the finest high
schools in California. This year, my inaugural year at Lawndale High School, I can say with e conviction, that I
am the happiest I have ever been in my administrative career. It is easy to be a high school principal when you
have wonderful students, caring parents and a dedicated, child-centered staff.
We are a comprehensive, award winning, college preparatory high school, enhancing the lives of children by
personalizing education. Our counseling services have expanded to ensure that students receive the quality
guidance they deserve. The growth of “academies” and special programs on our campus serves as a testament to
our commitment of upholding the district vision to provide students with both academic and career-technical
skills in order to give them the necessary tools to matriculate into, and experience success in a four-year
university and/or obtain an industry job from a variety of career pathways. Currently, we are expanding course
offerings in The Biomedical Careers Technology Academy, The Academy of Media Arts, AVID (Advancement
Via Individual Determination), and the Marine Science Academy. In addition to the existing programs, we have
also begun work to form of The Cardinal Academy which will focus on a mentoring and guidance approach to
student success. All of our programs provide pathways for students to choose a focus and personalize their high
school experience. These projects-based small learning communities foster relationships that will impact
students’ lives and influence important future decision-making.
Lawndale High School, Home of the Cardinals has so much to offer such a deserving student body. I welcome
and strongly encourage all of you to be an active member of the Cardinal family. Contrary to popular belief, for
your sons and daughters, this is the most critical time of their life and they need their parents to fully support their
education. To that end, an educational institution is only as good as the parent and community members who
support it. Whether through athletics, clubs, academy advisory committees, PTSA, or student government, there
is an avenue for every student and parent to have a voice in the vision and progress of our school. I look forward
to another outstanding, productive year.
And as always…go Cardinals!
J. Guidetti
Lawndale High School Principal
Cardinal Pride - "There are no limits to our accomplishments"
“It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.”
- Aristotle
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Centinela Valley Union High School District
Lawndale High School
14901 Inglewood Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260
Phone: (310) 263-3100 Fax: (310) 263-3120
www.lawndalehs.org
J Guidetti
Principal
Stephen Nellman
Associate Principal
Rosalyn Varee
Associate Principal
Jill Waggoner
Associate Principal
Jose A. Fernandez, Superintendent
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Academic Achievers who:
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Meet or exceed the California State Standards in all courses required for graduation
Demonstrate proficiency in the higher order thinking skills of application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation
Challenge themselves academically by enrolling in courses leading to completion of all “a-g” requirements
Real World Decision-Makers who:
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Set short and long term personal, academic, and professional goals
Develop solutions to problems and formulate recommendations based on justifiable rationale
Make informed and responsible choices in regard to finances, fitness, and nutrition
Are prepared to actively participate in the political process
Independent Thinkers who:
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Complete projects using a variety of resources
Transfer knowledge learned in the classroom to real-world applications
Demonstrate creativity outside of the academic realm
Construct and judge the validity of a logical argument
Socially Aware Community Members who:
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Participate in community service to improve the quality of life for their local, national, and global community
Understand how action, or lack of action, affects one’s self, others, and the community at large
Demonstrate skills in resolving conflicts through positive, non-violent alternatives
Exhibit knowledge of diverse cultures that fosters appreciation for individual differences
Effective Communicators who:
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Deliver persuasive oral speeches and presentations demonstrating effective use of posture, eye contact, body language,
voice intonation, rhetorical devices, and technology
Produce logical written arguments for a target audience using a clear thesis, supporting evidence, and proper
diction/syntax
Work collaboratively in groups by completing individualized tasks, respecting others’ opinions, and demonstrating
leadership skills
Listen to and comprehend information as demonstrated by the ability to re-teach information to peers, take effective
notes, and deliver accurate summaries
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Personas que académicamente:
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Alcancen o excedan los requisitos necesarios para graduarse solicitados por las normas educativas del estado de
California
Demuestren conocimiento y destrezas de razonamiento, análisis, elaboración de resúmenes y evaluación sobre
conceptos claves, principios y procesos
Se desafíen académicamente inscribiéndose en clases que los conduzcan a completar los requisitos necesarios para
graduarse (A-G)
Óptimos pensadores independientes que:
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Utilicen diversidad de recursos para completar proyectos
Transformen y adapten el conocimiento adquirido en el salón de clase a las situaciones de la vida real
Demuestren creatividad no sólo dentro del contexto académico, sino fuera de él
Construyan y juzguen la autenticidad de argumentos lógicos
Decisiones reales hechas por personas que:
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Establezcan metas personales, académicas y profesionales de corto y largo plazo
Desarrollen soluciones a problemas y formulen recomendaciones basadas en un razonamiento justificable
Tomen decisiones relacionadas a las finanzas, nutrición y condición física basadas en investigaciones responsables
Estén preparados para participar activamente en temas políticos
Eficaces comunicadores que:
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Desarrollen discursos y presentaciones persuasivas en los que demuestren conocimiento de la forma correcta en la
postura, contacto visual, lenguaje corporal, tono de voz, elocuencia y uso de tecnología
Produzcan argumentos lógicos diseñados para una audiencia específica en la que utilicen una tesis clara, evidencia
de apoyo y sintaxis/ pronunciación apropiada
Trabajen conjuntamente en grupos mostrando su capacidad para completar su trabajo individual respetando las
opiniones de los demás y demostrando capacidad de liderazgo
Escuchen e interpreten información para luego ser procesada en diferentes formas tales como compartirla con sus
compañeros, toma de notas efectivas y elaboración de resúmenes eficaces
Responsables miembros de la comunidad que:
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Participen en servicios comunitarios para mejorar la calidad de vida local, nacional y a nivel mundial
Entiendan como sus acciones o la falta de estas los afecta a ellos mismos y a los demás miembros de la comunidad
Demuestren habilidades para resolver conflictos por medio de alternativas positivas y en contra de la violencia
Demuestren conocimiento sobre la diversidad cultural que existe y aprecien dichas diferencias en cada individuo
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CAMPUS MAP
Mapa Escolar
2011-2012
*Facility locations approximate and
not to scale. Subject to change as
campus construction continues.
ScienceArea(Lloyde)
Area de Ciencias
LAWNDALE
HIGH SCHOOL
District
Offi ce
Ofi cina del
Distrito
Sports fi elds
and stadium
Temporary
Modular
Classrooms
Estadio y
Campo de Juegos
Salones
Marine Avenue
Inglewood Avenue
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Bell Schedules for 2011-2012
Period 1 to 6 Schedule
Period 1
4SR
Nutrition
Period 2
Period 3
Lunch
Period 4
Period 5
Period 6
8:00 – 8:54am
9:00 – 9:12am
9:12 – 9:25am
9:31 – 10:25am
10:31 – 11:25am
11:25 – 12:00pm
12:06 – 1:00pm
1:06 – 2:00pm
2:06 – 3:00pm
Regular School Schedule
Collaboration Day Schedule
First Class
8:00 - 9:32am
First Class
8:00 - 9:10am
Nutrition
4SR
Second Class
Lunch
Third Class
Sixth Period
9:32 - 9:45am
9:51 - 10:08am
10:14 - 11:46am
11:46 - 12:21pm
12:27 - 1:59pm
2:05 - 3:00pm
4SR
Second Class
Third Class
Lunch
Sixth Period
9:16 - 9:33am
9:39 - 10:49am
10:55 – 12:05pm
12:05 - 12:40am
12:46 - 1:34pm
Minimum Day Schedule
Finals Schedule
First Class
8:00 - 9:00am
First Class
8:00 – 9:26am
4SR
Second Class
Third Class
Lunch
Sixth Period
9:06 - 9:18am
9:24 - 10:24am
10:30 - 11:30am
11:30 – 12:05pm
12:11 - 12:49pm
Second Class
Lunch
Third Class
9:32 – 10:58am
10:58 – 11:33am
11:39 – 1:05 pm
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Daily “Tumbling Block”
Class Schedule
Horario Rotativo de Clases
Nutrition
Times/Horas
Monday
4SR
Lunch
6th Period
9:32
to
9:51 to
11:46 to
8:00 to 9:32 9:45 10:08 10:14 to 11:46 12:21 12:27 to 1:59 2:05 to 3:00
Lunes
Period/Clases
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
Tuesday
Martes
Period/Clases
Wednesday
Miercoles
Period/Clases
Thursday
Jueves
Period/Clases
Friday
Viernes
Period/Clases
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CENTINELA VALLEY
UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Dedicated To Academic Excellence
Graduation Requirements
English
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English 9
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English 10
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English 11
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English 12
40 Credits
10 Credits
10 Credits
10 Credits
10 Credits
Mathematics
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Algebra I or higher. Courses below Algebra I do not count toward the
20 credits required for graduation.
20 Credits
Social Science
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World History
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US History
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US Government
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Economics
30 Credits
10 Credits
10 Credits
5 Credits
5 Credits
Science
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Biological Science
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Physical Science
10 Credits
10 Credits
20 Credits
World Languages/Visual and Performing Arts/Practical Arts
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10 credits in two of three areas.
20 Credits
Physical Education
20 Credits
Electives
70 Credits
Total Credits Required for Graduation:
Additional Requirement:
220
CAHSEE
Students must complete all course requirements and pass the California High School Exit Exam in
order to participate in graduation ceremonies and receive a diploma.
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CENTINELA VALLEY
UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Dedicado a la Excelencia Academica
Requisitos Para Graduación
Inglés
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Inglés 9
Inglés 10
Inglés 11
Inglés 12
40 Créditos
10 Créditos
10 Créditos
10 Créditos
10 Créditos
Matemáticas
Algebra 1 o clase mayor. Cursos abajo de Algebra 1 no se toman en
cuenta para los 20 créditos requeridos para graduación.
20 Créditos
Ciencias Sociales
Historia Mundial
Historia de EE.UU.
Gobierno de EE.UU.
Economía
30 Créditos
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Ciencia
Ciencias Naturales
Ciencias Físicas
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10 Créditos
10 Créditos
5 Créditos
5 Créditos
20 Créditos
10 Créditos
10 Créditos
Idioma Extranjero/Bellas Artes/Artes Prácticas
10 créditos en dos de tres áreas.
20 Créditos
Educación Física
20 Créditos
Clases Electivas
70 Créditos
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Total de Créditos Requeridos para Graduación:
Requisito Adicional:
220
Examen CAHSEE
Los alumnos deben completar todos los cursos requeridos y pasar el examen CAHSEE para que
podan participar en las ceremonias de graduación y recibir un diploma.
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Student Dress Code
Lawndale High School students should dress for comfort, safety and academic success. Please wear clean, modest
clothing and footwear that are appropriate for school activities and the weather.
The following types of clothing and accessor ies are not permitted to be worn by Lawndale students during the school
day on campus:
1. Hats, caps, or headgear.
2. Pants or shorts that are baggy, oversized, or below the waist.
3. Bare-midriff tops, low-cut tops, tube tops, short shorts, or other revealing s tyles.
4. Clothing that is vulgar or displays profanity.
5. Clothing or accessories that could be considered dangerous or inappropriate, including chains, metal belts,
oversized belt buckles, etc.
6. Cell phones, radios, I-pods, MP3 players, walk-mans, or other electronic devices
7. Clothing that promotes alcohol, drugs, or tobacco.
8. Clothing with tears, rips, holes, etc.
9. Clothing that is considered sleepwear (pajamas), house slippers, etc.
10. Clothing or items associated with gangs, taggers, crews, or any non -school clubs (This may include shoe
laces, cloth gloves, lettered belt buckles, bandanas, or rags.)
Código de Vestir
Los estudiantes de la preparatoria de Lawndale necesitan venir vestidos cómodos y apropiadamente para aprender y
ser exitosos académicamente. Les pedimos que vengan con ropa adecuada para la escuela y con zapatos cerrados para
evitar accidentes.
Para mantener altas normas de aprendizaje y comportamiento les pedimos que no traigan a la escuela los siguientes
artículos o hagan usos de ellos durante el dia escolar:
1. Cachuchas, gorros o artículos que cubran la cabeza
2. Pantalones o chores flojos o de tamaños grandes que caigan abajo de la cintura
3. Camisas descotadas o arriba de la cintura, camisas de tubo, chores cortos o cualquier vestidura que revele el
cuerpo
4. No se aceptan ropa con malas palabras, con vulgaridades o mesajes obsenos
5. Ropa o accesorios que pueden dañar la piel que incluye cadenas, evillas metálicas, cintos o f ajas gruesas, etc.
6. Celulares, radios, Ipods, toca música MP3, o cualquier otro artículo electrónico
7. Ropa que promuevan de alcohol, drogas o tabaco
8. Ropa con hoyos o rotas
9. Ropa de dormir, piyamas, pantuflas o chanclas
10. Ropa afiliadas con pandillas, grupos que rayan, o cualquier promoción de clubs no escolares, o artículos
asociados con pandilla como: Cintas de zapatos, guantes, cinturones con letras, bandanas
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Lawndale High School Library Policies
Along with a growing collection of Library books to check-out, our Library also has 38 computers that are
student-friendly. These computers run the Microsoft Office 2003 Suite software. They are compatible
with flash drives. It is recommended that each student have a flash drive to store their data, whether or
not there is a computer at home.
The normal Library student hours are follows: Before school – 7:00 a.m. to 7:55 a.m. During lunch –
11:45 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
After school – 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The Library Policies are as follows:
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No cell phones, food, gum or drinking in the Library.
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Must have Lawndale High School ID card to check-out books and use
computers.
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Must sign-in to use Library and/or computers.
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Two (2) books can be checked out at a time for 2 weeks at a time.
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To prevent delinquency, books can be renewed as often as necessary.
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The Library charges $.25 (25 cents) per day per book on overdue books.
7.
No hats in the Library.
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Backpacks/large purses must be on tables not at computer workstations.
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Only pencils may be used at computer workstations.
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No rough-housing or horseplay in the Library.
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No loud talking in the Library.
12.
When finished, books can be returned to the Library front desk.
13.
After using books in a Library class or during student-free time, please leave
books on tables.
14.
When printing, the fee is $.10 (10 cents) per page or 4 pages for $.30 (30
cents)
15.
When Teachers bring their classes to the Library, the students must have
assigned seats.
16.
A fine will be assessed for any Library book returned damaged (see below).
17.
If a Library book is lost, the current cost of a replacement will be assessed
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Lawndale High School Textbook Policies
At Lawndale High School we want every student to have textbooks to enhance their learning. All
textbooks are provided to students free of charge and will be distributed to at the beginning of the
academic school year or semester course. It is very important that all students take care of their books
and bring them to school when necessary. Below you will find a set of policies that outlines what is
expected of every student and applicable fees that are applied when books are returned with damages.
Textbook Policy:
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Some textbooks may be picked up during the registration process.
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Textbooks must be returned during the teacher-specified time period.
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If a textbook is damaged, a fee will be charged (see below).
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If a textbook is lost, the student must pay for it (see below).
5.
Late textbooks should ONLY be returned to the Library.
6.
Transcripts may be withheld if a fine/fee is owed.
7.
Report cards may be withheld if a fine/fee is owed.
8.
Non-participation in school activities if a fine is owed.
9.
If a returning student has texbooks or owes fees from the year before the student will not be
able to Receive a Schedule of classes until the fees are paid or the books are returned.
Damage Descriptions
Barcode Missing
Dirty
Edge damage (marks or writing)
Pages (crumpled, torn defaced, etc.)
Pages Missing
Broken Spine
Cover Damage (marks, writing, scratches)
Cover Damage (bent, torn or missing)
Lost
Unusable(stained,mildewed,burned,destroyed)
Lost & Paid (found & returned usable)
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Fees
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$5.00
$3.00 up to replacement cost
$3.00 - $5.00
$5.00 - $100.00
Replacement Cost
$10.00 - $90.00
$3.00 - $70.00
$10.00 - replacement cost
Current Replacement Cost
Current Replacement Cost
Full Refund
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School Academic Programs and Policies
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Lawndale High School is a 9 through 12 grade school of choice in which students receive a rigorous
academic program and high quality instruction. The goal of Lawndale High School is to prepare all
students for a four-year university or other post-secondary education upon graduation. Therefore, in
order to be admitted to Lawndale High School, students and parents must commit to support the philosophy
and goals of the school.
Students enrolled at Lawndale High School are expected to honor the following
responsibilities:
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Complete all classroom assignments and homework
Participate in extended learning activities (before or after school hours) for academic improvement.
Attend school daily and be on time to classes.
Be respectful to others
Obey all school and classroom rules.
Refrain from fighting and other socially unacceptable behavior.
Refrain from using or possessing tobacco, alcohol, or drugs.
Refrain from using profanity
Athletic Eligibility
Lawndale High School students wishing to
participate in extra-curricular activities, such as
Athletics, Drama Productions, Pep Squad, or
Dance, must earn at least a “C” average (2.0
GPA) in the quarter preceding the activity, and
must maintain at least that grade point average
from quarter to quarter during the period of
participation.
Identification Cards
Lawndale High School provides each student
with an Identification Card (ID). All students are
required to carry this ID at all times while on
campus. Students must show their ID card
when requested to do so by any administrator,
safety officer, teacher or staff member.
There is no charge for the first ID card, however,
if a student needs a new ID card for any reason,
a $5.00 fee will be charged. New enrollees will
be issued a card on their first day of classes. ID
make-ups can be done before school, at lunch,
or after school in the Guidance Room.
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Student Parking
Students must obtain a parking permit in order
to park their car on campus. The permit can be
obtained from the principal’s secretary for $5.00.
A valid registration and current proof of
insurance must be provided. The permit can not
be transferred, exchanged or sold and is valid
only for the year purchased. Students park in
the assigned student parking areas only.
Permits will be revoked as a result of
misconduct, misuse, or any reckless behavior
involving vehicles.
Physical Education Uniforms
Physical education classes are a requirement for
graduation. Uniforms for physical education
classes are available for $20.00. This price
includes a t-shirt with the Lawndale Cardinal
emblem and shorts in the school colors of red
and white. If students are unable to purchase a
uniform, they may wear red shorts and a white tshirt that meet the dress code. Failure to dress
will interfere with a student’s ability to participate
in the required activities, thereby negatively
affecting their grade.
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Counseling and Guidance Services
Lawndale High School’s Counseling and Guidance Program focuses on individual student needs and guides students in
making appropriate decisions. The four counselors have offices in the Administration Building. Counselors also have the
assistance of support staff in providing services to students.
Counselors are available to assist and advise students about academic problems, career choices, course selection, college
choices, and scholarship applications in addition to personal problems. Lawndale counselors also work closely with the
students, parents/guardians, and the teaching staff so that students achieve at an acceptable level and build healthy
interpersonal relations while earning a high school diploma.
When appropriate, counselors provide the following services to all students:
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Register in classes.
Prepare student recommendations.
Assist with post-high school planning.
Assist in college and financial aide applications.
Assist with career planning.
Maintain academic records.
Review academic progress.
Interpret test data.
Assist in decision-making.
Assist in functioning productively within the school and the family.
Assist in clarifying personal goals.
Assist students in making appropriate behavioral changes.
Refer students with special needs to appropriate program agencies.
In order to see a counselor, students and parents should go to the Administr ative/Counseling Office before school, at lunch,
or after school and fill out the “Request to See Counselor” form. Students must fill out a request to see their counselor and
the counselor must authorize an appointment. If it is an urgent matter, students may leave a message for the counselor or
contact an administrator.
School personnel are legally responsible for reporting cases of suspected or actual child abuse to the principal or his designee.
They must report the abuse to the appropriate child protective agency, and complete and submit proper paper work.
Schedule Changes
The counseling staff makes every effort to place students in courses appropriate to their abilitie s and academic/career interests.
Student and parent/guardian input is welcomed during the course selection process. Schedule changes will only be allowed
during the first two weeks of the semester. Requests for schedule changes based on teacher or period p reference will not be
considered. Changes may be made, however, for the following circumstances:
 A required course for graduation is failed during the current year.
 A course is taken during summer school.
 Requested course is filled beyond capacity.
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