STUDENT HANDBOOK 2012-2013 - Shorewood School District

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STUDENT HANDBOOK
2012-2013
The mission of Shorewood High School is to educate
students, to cultivate a desire for life-long improvement,
and to nurture a sense of responsibility, integrity, and good
citizenship, within the framework of a challenging
curriculum.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Shorewood School District does not discriminate against pupils on the basis of
sex, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental
status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability or
handicap in its education programs or activities. Federal law prohibits
discrimination in employment on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex,
religion, or handicap.
The district encourages informal resolution of complaints under this policy.
However, if any person believes that the Shorewood School District or any part of
the school organization has failed to follow the law and rules of section 118.3 of
Wisconsin Statutes and Chapter PI 9 of Wisconsin Administrative Code, or in
some way discriminates against pupils on the basis listed above.
Any questions concerning this policy should be directed to:
Martin Lexmond, Superintendent
School District of Shorewood
1701 E. Capitol Drive
Shorewood, Wisconsin 53211
414-963-6901
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A MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATION
Welcome to Shorewood High School!
You are a part of the purpose, pride, and high standards that have led to a tradition of
excellence in the Shorewood School District. You have the opportunity to develop
your talents and interests within the framework of a challenging curriculum. You
will make new friends, develop strong relationships, and experience the satisfaction
that comes from hard work and accomplishment.
The expectation for you as a young adult is to take responsibility for your own
educational experience. Student academic achievement, personal conduct, and the
opportunity to make positive contributions to our uniquely multicultural community
are held to the highest of standards. We hold in the highest regard a school culture
that reflects respect, responsibility, and safety.
The staff at Shorewood High School are here to assist in making your experience a
positive one. We are all committed to helping each individual grow during this
important time in your life. Call upon us if there is further information that you need,
if we can help you, and/or if you have ideas on how to improve our school. Best
wishes for a productive and enjoyable year.
Sincerely,
Mr. Matthew Joynt
Principal
Mr. Mark Harris
Assistant Principal
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I – GENERAL INFORMATION
Shorewood High School Creed…………………………………………………………..
Shorewood High School Hymn…………………………………………………………..
Shorewood High School Pep Song……………………………………………………….
Bell Schedule..……………………………………………………………………………
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SECTION II – SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
School Code of Conduct………………………………………………………………….
Attendance………………………………………………………………………………..
Academic Honesty………………………………………………………………………..
Cell Phones……………………………………………………………………………….
Student Identification Cards……………………………………………………………...
Lockers and Locks………………………………………………………………………..
Student Parking…………………………………………………………………………...
Music Players and Other Electronic Devices…………………………………………….
School Dance Expectations………………………………………………………………
Personal Appearance……………………………………………………………………..
Student Detentions………………………………………………………………………..
Student Suspensions and Expulsions……………………………………………………..
Student Health and Medication Policies………………………………………………….
Sportsmanship…………………………………………………………………………….
Transfer of Outside Credits………………………………………………………………
Grading and Report Cards………………………………………………………………..
Exam Exemptions………………………………………………………………………...
Honor Roll………………………………………………………………………………..
Campus Presence…………………………………………………………………………
Free Periods………………………………………………………………………………
Open Campus Lunch……………………………………………………………………..
Information Technology Policy…………………………………………………………..
Homeroom…..……………………………………………………………………………
Credit Load……………………………………………………………………………….
Grading Scale……………………………………………………………………………..
Graduation Requirements………………………………………………………………...
Students Class Status……………………………………………………………………..
Course Change Procedures……………………………………………………………….
Withdrawal From School…………………………………………………………………
Electronic Surveillance…………………………………………………………………...
Student Visitors…………………………………………………………………………..
Student Drug/Alcohol Use and Abuse……………………………………………………
Bullying/Harassment……………………………………………………………………...
Sexual Harassment………………………………………………………………………..
Textbooks…………………………………………………………………………………
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SECTION III – SCHOOL SERVICES
Student Counseling Services……………………………………………………………..
School Resource Officer Program………………………………………………………..
Free/Reduced Lunch Program……………………………………………………………
Library Media Center…………………………………………………………………….
Lost and Found…………………………………………………………………………...
PowerSchool……………………………………………………………………………...
Work Permits……………………………………………………………………………..
School Closing Announcements………………………………………………………….
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SECTION IV – OTHER RESOURCES
Glossary of Terms……………………………………………………………………….. 35
Map………………………………………………………………………………………. 39
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SHOREWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
CREED
I believe in Shorewood High School. I believe it is my
duty to my school to uphold its standards, to boost its
organizations, to help in its efforts and ambitions, to
respect its colors, to defend it against wrong, and to be
fair and loyal to it in all things.
Presented by the Class of 1925
HYMN
Hail to thee Shorewood
We praise thy name
And hold high your spirit
Foundation of fame!
Your honor will triumph
Your banner will fly
We cheer for the red and grey
Hail Shorewood High!
PEP SONG
U-rah-rah-rah, Shorewood Red and Grey.
The school that’s got the pep we’ll say.
We always show our true loyalty,
And cheer you on to VICTORY.
U-rah-rah-rah, Shorewood down the field.
We know our team will never yield.
So let them hear how Shorewood High can cheer,
And send them off with U-rah-rah-rah-rah-rah team!
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BELL SCHEDULE
2012-2013
Semesters I & II
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays:
Zero Hour
6:45 - 7:30 a.m.
lst Period
7:35 - 8:28 a.m.
2nd Period
8:33 - 9:26 a.m.
3rd Period
9:31 - 10:24 a.m.
4th Period/Announce.
10:29 - 11:28 a.m.
Lunch
11:28 - 12:13 p.m.
5th Period
12:18 - 1:11 p.m.
6th Period
1:16 - 2:09 p.m.
7th Period
2:14 - 3:07 p.m.
Wednesdays:
Zero Hour
6:45 – 7:30 a.m.
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1 Period
7:35 – 8:18 a.m.
2nd Period
8:23 – 9:06 a.m.
Homeroom
9:11 – 9:26 a.m.
3rd Period
9:31 – 10:14 a.m.
4th Period/Announce.
10:19 – 11:06 a.m.
Lunch
11:06 – 11:51 a.m.
5th Period
11:56 – 12:39 p.m.
6th Period
12:44 – 1:27 p.m.
7th Period
1:32 – 2:15 p.m.
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SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT AND RULES
The educational program at Shorewood High School as well as the school facilities in which the
program is conducted is of the finest. The attitude with which you approach the educational
program and the school facilities will determine how much you and your fellow students gain
from them.
All students have the right to a quality education and a safe and orderly high school environment.
Certain basic expectations must be stated to ensure this right. We expect all Shorewood High
School students to:
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Respect Yourself
Respect Others
Respect Property
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Be Honest
Any behavior that impacts negatively or disrupts the school environment will be dealt with
strongly. Examples of such negative behavior that are not acceptable at Shorewood High School
include the following:
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Possession, selling, or use of alcohol or drugs
Any activity which may endanger oneself or others
Fighting or disorderly conduct
Possession or use of any type of weapon or facsimile
Willful destruction of property
Harassment - sexual or otherwise
Intimidating, humiliating, Bullying or threatening others
Use of obscene or abusive language
Disrespect or insubordination to staff
Theft/Stealing
Academic Dishonesty/Cheating
Truancy/Tardiness
Classroom disruption
Gambling
The desire to be a good school citizen with respect for the rights and privileges of others
certainly would cover most rules that could be stated in regard to the attitude and behavior
expected of Shorewood High School students.
Students must remember that once you have enrolled in Shorewood High School, you become a
representative of your high school. Your school is judged by your actions, not only in school but
outside of school as well. As an example, unsportsmanlike behavior at athletic events is not
considered representative of Shorewood High School and, therefore, will not be tolerated. It is
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the desire of the Board of Education, and of the administration and faculty that our students act at
all times in such a way as to bring only honor and respect to their school, their community, their
families and most importantly, to themselves.
The various actions or range of consequences that may be used to help correct student conduct
that is in violation of school expectations and regulations include the following:
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Verbal reprimand.
Personal conference between the student and teacher.
Telephone call to parents by teacher, counselor, and/or administrator.
Parent conference involving teacher, counselor, and/or administrator.
Discipline referral to the office.
Detention during lunch or before or after school.
Suspension in school.
Suspension out of school for up to five days and re-admission after a parent conference.
Removal from class as a temporary or permanent condition.
Referral to Police Resource Officer.
Expulsion from school (the most serious of actions) by Board of Education.
Shorewood High School Administration utilizes a Progressive Discipline Model in order to
intervene and implement student consequences. The following chart provides suggested
guidelines for administrative intervention strategies. The Principal or Assistant Principal may
make a decision that is different from the suggested guidelines based on the findings of an
investigation.
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SUGGESTED GUIDELINES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE INTERVENTION STRATEGIES
1st Offense
Possession, Use, or Under
Influence of Alcohol or
Drugs**
Intent to or Selling of
Alcohol or Drugs**
2nd Offense
3rd Offense
3 day out-of-school suspension
5 day out-of-school suspension,
District-level review, possible
recommendation for expulsion
Up to a 5 day out-of-school suspension,
Recommendation for expulsion
N/A
N/A
Possession/Use of any
Type of Weapon or
Facsimile**
Willful Destruction of
Property**
Recommendation for expulsion.
N/A
reimbursement
Recommendation for expulsion,
reimbursement
Fighting or Disorderly
Conduct*
Up to a 3 day out-of-school suspension
Bullying/Harassment*
recommendation for expulsion, referral
to school psychologist
recommendation for expulsion,
reimbursement
Up to a 5 day out-of school suspension,
referral to the school psychologist
5 day out-of school suspension,
Up to a 5 day out-of-school
suspension
referral to the school psychologist
Stealing/Theft/Possession
of stolen items*
Classroom Disruption*
Forgery/Falsification*
Possession or Use of
Tobacco*
Detention
Gambling
Sexual Misconduct
recommendation for expulsion, referral
to school psychologist
suspension
*This progression would continue
until a 5 day out-of-school
suspension occurs which includes
District-level Review, possible
suspension
suspension
*This progression would continue
until a 5 day out-of-school
suspension occurs which includes
District-level Review, possible
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Activity Which May
Endanger Oneself or
Others** (i.e. Arson,
Dangerous Instruments/ Devices,
etc.)
(sexual or otherwise)
Intimidating,
Humiliating, Hazing or
Threatening Others*
Use of Obscene or
Abusive Language*
Disrespect or
Insubordination to Staff*
N/A
- An asterisk (*) indicates a referral to the school’s police resource officer.
- A double asterisk (**) indicates that a police report will be filed.
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SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT: DETAILS AND EXPECTATIONS
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ATTENDANCE
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Each student has a schedule that clearly illustrates the time and place where each student is
expected to be present during the school day. While school is in session, students are required to
adhere to the schedule and to attend classes, assemblies, homerooms, testing sessions, and other
scheduled events, unless excused by the Assistant Principal. Student accountability and safety of
the entire school demand that all students comply with their schedule. Good attendance will lead
to higher academic achievement while allowing students to continue to enjoy the many
opportunities and privileges that come with being a Shorewood High School (SHS) student.
Types of Absences
Excused Absences
Absences due to the following reasons will be excused:
• personal illness
• illness or death in the immediate family
• family emergencies
• religious holidays
• other absences requested by the parent or guardian (These absences may be approved if
such absence does not significantly impede the educational progress of the student.)
• absences due to suspension
Excessive absences
Total absences in excess of 10 days in one semester are considered to be excessive. The
Assistant Principal may require a medical excuse and/or documentation regarding the cause of
the absence. Failure to provide this documentation may result in the absence being considered
unexcused.
Unexcused Absences
Any absence other than those listed above will be considered unexcused. Participation
requirements in many courses may cause the quarter and semester grades to be lowered.
Unexcused absences result in poor attendance, which in turn can cause insufficient participation;
it is possible to fail a course because of insufficient participation.
Unverified absences will be recorded as unexcused if a proper excuse is not provided within
48 hours of the student's return to school. No absences of any kind will be amended after 48
hours unless medical documentation is provided. The Assistant Principal reserves the right to
require medical verification regarding any absence that is illness related. Please note that an
unexcused absence will disqualify a student from receiving an exam exemption in the semester
of the unexcused absence.
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Anticipated Absences
A student may know of an absence before it occurs, such as a doctor’s appointment that cannot
possibly be arranged after school hours. The student will bring a note explaining the need for the
absence, signed by a parent or guardian, to the Assistant Principal’s Office. The student will fill
out a re-entrance slip and will present it to each teacher whose class will be missed. Activity
participants must be in school the day of a game, meet, or contest and attend more than half of
their classes, unless they have an approved “anticipated absence.”
Extended Anticipated Absences
The school discourages absences for family trips while school is in session. Appropriate
educational planning needs to accompany any such trip. Parents should contact the Assistant
Principal’s office in advance of such a trip. The student must take responsibility for completing
assignments for individual teachers. Some teachers will require that all assignments be
completed in advance and others will provide a specific time period when work is due.
Extended Absence Due to Illness
When extended absence occurs due to illness, the Assistant Principal’s Office must be notified.
The Assistant Principal’s staff will assist in the coordination of homework assignments for the
student after three (3) continuous days of absence.
Assignments Missed Due to Absences
It is the responsibility of students to make arrangements with their teachers to set the timetable
for assignment completion and test/quiz make-up. At a minimum, assignments missed may be
made up for credit within a period of the number of days absent plus one. Tests and quizzes will
be made up within in 24 hours of the student’s return to school. The classroom teacher will
communicate the make up time to the student. In the case of suspension, work will be made up
within a period equaling the number of days missed. In case of unexcused absences, daily
assignments cannot be made up for credit. Quarter and semester tests must be made up within 48
hours of returning to school.
Reporting Student Absences
The following procedure should be followed if a student is absent from school:
a) When a student is absent from school, a daily call should be made to 963-6922 or 9636949 prior to 10:00 a.m.
b) If a phone call is not possible, the student should bring a dated note, written and signed
by a parent or guardian, to the Attendance Office immediately upon returning to school.
The note should include the dates of absence as well as the reason for the absence. The
Assistant Principal will determine if the absence will be considered excused or
unexcused. The student will have one additional day after returning to bring the note. If
the student fails to bring the note, she/he will be unexcused for the days missed and
appropriate consequences will occur.
c) The student will show the re-entrance slip to each teacher.
Self-reporting of absences: It is possible that a student may turn 18 before the conclusion of
his/her graduation. 18-year-old students interested in being in charge of their own attendance
must bring in a note from parents ensuring they are aware that the student will be excusing
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his/her absences. Students reporting their own absences must follow all of the Shorewood High
School attendance rules.
Tardiness
Tardiness, especially chronic tardiness, is a detriment to the establishment of such habits and
cannot be condoned. Rarely is there a good reason for being tardy; therefore, almost all tardiness
is unexcused. All students should strive for perfect punctuality.
A student will be considered tardy unless she/he is ready for work when the bell rings at the
beginning of the period. Interpretation of “ready to work” will be defined by each teacher in his
or her own specific situation at the beginning of the semester.
A student will have an unexcused absence recorded, if she/he is more than 10 minutes late to a
class.
If a student is delayed in arriving to any class on time, she/he will report to that class. The
teacher will decide on the validity of the reason for the delay. If the teacher decides that the
reason is invalid, she/he will record an unexcused tardy. Teachers may apply additional
consequences delineated by their classroom rules and expectations.
When tardiness is the result of a staff member detaining a student (this will be rare), a staff
member may issue a hall pass. Staff may note a student’s pattern of chronic tardiness in college,
employment, and scholarship recommendations.
Request to Leave Campus
Students may leave campus with permission from the Assistant Principal or Health Aide. The
student’s parent or guardian will be contacted before permission to leave the campus will be
granted. If a student leaves without securing an excuse, the time the student misses will be
considered unexcused.
Consequences
Consequences of not complying with the attendance policy are administrative and truancy
intervention.
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ACADEMIC HONESTY
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All students are required to abide by the basic principles of honesty in fulfilling both out-of-class
and in-class expectations. Trying to pass someone else’s work off as one’s own work contradicts
what honesty is all about – integrity, truth, and genuineness.
Work submitted under a student’s name must be his/her own independent effort unless
credit is given for resource assistance. With the growth of technology, students must remember
the importance of giving credit when using an online source. Students adhering to academic
honesty do not engage in:
Cheating – deliberately giving or receiving improper assistance as defined or implied by
the teacher on assignments, projects, or tests, during class or outside of class.
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Plagiarism – using the words, work, or ideas of another without giving credit.
Violations of these principles will result in notification of the school counselor in order to keep
the counselor informed regarding the students he or she advises. In addition, violations will
result in a range of consequences that can include one or more of the following dispositions.
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Academic consequence to be determined by teacher
Parental notification
Assistant Principal notification
Detention, suspension, or other appropriate disciplinary action
Course failure for the semester
Course expectations related to academic honesty are specifically laid out at the beginning of each
course by the respective teacher.
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CELL PHONES
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Pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 118.258, the possession of a cell phone by a student is a privilege
that may be forfeited if the policy is not followed. A cell phone is not to be powered on or in
sight during the school day. Students are allowed to use cell phones before school, during lunch,
and after school.
“Before school” is defined as before 7:35 a.m. “During lunch” is defined as from 11:28 a.m. to
12:13 p.m except on Wednesdays when lunch is defined as 11:06 to 11:51 a.m. “After school” is
defined as after 3:07 p.m. except on Wednesdays when after school is defined as 2:15 p.m. On
alternate scheduled days the before, during, and after school times will be defined by that day’s
schedule.
If a student does not have a class that meets until after 7:35 a.m., or the student is excused to
leave prior to 3:07 p.m., the student is expected to leave campus prior to using the cell phone.
If a phone call from home is very important, a parent/guardian should contact the Attendance
Office at 963-6922. Students are not allowed to use cell phones for any reason during regular
school hours.
Consequences: With each new violation, students will move to the next point on the list below.
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Confiscation, followed by a student phone call home to explain the infraction; phone will
be returned at the end of the school day.
Confiscation; phone will not be returned until a parent/guardian comes to pick it up.
Confiscation for the remainder of the next quarter (grading period); phone must be picked
up by a parent/guardian at that time.
Confiscation for the remainder of the school year; phone must be picked up by a
parent/guardian at that time.
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Students who engage in any confrontational behavior with a faculty/staff/administrator with
regard to a request during confiscation will move directly to step three (3).
Students should not be in the halls while classes are in session unless they have a valid pass.
Students are expected to move from one place to another in a timely manner.
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STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS (IDS)
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Students should carry their ID cards with them each day. A student is required to produce a
student ID in order to access the library media center. It is also important to remember that
Shorewood High School is an “open campus” and students leaving campus may need to validate
their student status within the community during the day.
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LOCKERS AND LOCKS
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Students are responsible for assigned lockers and will keep them locked. The contents of an
assigned locker are the exclusive responsibility of the student to which the locker is assigned.
Students must use a lock purchased from Shorewood High School/Shorewood Intermediate
School. Non-school locks will be removed. For the convenience of students, the schools of the
Shorewood School District provide a locker to be used solely and exclusively for the storage of
outer garments, footwear, and school-related materials. Lockers are not to be used for any other
purpose.
The locker assigned to a student is the property of the Shorewood School District. At no time
does the District relinquish its exclusive control of such lockers. A locker may be searched as
determined necessary or appropriate without notice, without student consent, and without a
search warrant. The search may be conducted by the district administrator, a building principal,
an Assistant Principal, a police-school liaison officer, or a school employee designated by the
district administrator or building principal.
Any unauthorized item found in the locker may be removed. Items removed from the locker may
be held by the school for return to the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the student, retained for
disciplinary proceedings, or turned over to law enforcement officials. The adult student or
parent/guardian of a minor student shall be notified of items removed from the locker and turned
over to law enforcement officials.
Students tampering with any locker or using a locker for illegal purposes will be subject to
disciplinary actions as outlined in the School Code of Conduct and Rules.
If there is a problem with your assigned lockers, please alert the Assistant Principal. The School
District of Shorewood is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
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STUDENT PARKING
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There is no student parking available at Shorewood High School. Students with special
circumstances (i.e. a need for handicap parking access) should appeal to the Assistant Principal.
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MUSIC PLAYERS AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES
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Students are expected to adhere to the classroom rules regarding music players and other
electronic devices.
Consequence: Referral to the Assistant Principal’s Office. Confiscated music players and other
electronic devices will be handled in a manner consistent with the SHS Cell Phone Policy.
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SCHOOL DANCE EXPECTATIONS
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Students attending Shorewood High School Dances must abide by the following Dance Policy:
Dances are school-related events, and all school rules apply including those related to the use of
drugs and alcohol. Inappropriate and suspicious behavior at a dance will be investigated. Police
and staff chaperones will be present to assist in hosting the event. Infractions that occur during a
dance will result in school consequences and may involve police. Any infractions may result in
a student not being able to attend future dances.
In addition to the expectations and policies stated above, students are to abide by the following
dance behavior rules.
• Students are expected to dance in a respectable manner. Sexually explicit dancing and
dancing that may result in disruption or injury are prohibited.
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Every dancer must remain in the vertical position.
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Students are not permitted to straddle legs or hips.
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Students are not permitted to lean up against a wall while dancing.
• Any student violating any of the above dance expectations will be given one warning
before having to leave the dance. Dance officials (administrators and/or chaperones)
reserve the right to make decisions on suitable dancing using the examples above.
• Once a student leaves the dance they will not be readmitted and will be expected to leave
the premises immediately.
• Students removed from the dance will not be given refunds.
Please note the following dance details in preparation for a school dance event:
• Tickets will only be sold in advance of the event.
• Doors to the event will close and no students will be admitted one hour after the posted
start time of the event.
Shorewood High School dances are all planned for current Shorewood High School students with the exception of Prom. For reasons of safety and security, a guest pass policy 16
is in place for Prom. This means that a Shorewood High School Guest Pass must to be filled out and approved by the administration before a Prom ticket can be purchased. A Shorewood High School student may invite a guest if that person attends high school, or is no older than a year 2012 high school graduate. Any guest needs to be in good standing at their school or in the community. No student younger than 9th grade may attend a Shorewood High School dance.
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PERSONAL APPEARANCE
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While Shorewood High School does not mandate what a student is to wear, it is expected that
students will meet standards of cleanliness, propriety, and safety. Behavior in dress that is
disruptive, discriminatory, or endangers the health or safety of yourself or others is not
acceptable.
Clothing or accessories that have any display of obscene, profane, or suggestive lettering or
pictures, or serves as an advertisement for alcohol or drugs is not acceptable in school or at
school functions. Bare midriff outfits and/or short length garments of any kind that expose an
excessive amount of bare skin may not be worn as an outer garment. Attire worn in such a way
that exposes undergarments is prohibited. Any attire that is too revealing or provocative will be
considered inappropriate, and students will be asked to remove, change or cover this clothing.
The Physical Education Department requires students participating in physical education classes
to wear certain types of clothing during class. Students will be advised by their instructors what
is acceptable apparel.
School administrators will make final decisions as to what constitutes appropriate school wear.
Consequence: If a student’s dress or grooming is disruptive to the educational setting, she/he will
be asked to change or sent home. Continued abuse of this policy may result in further
administrative consequences.
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STUDENT DETENTIONS
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Students will serve teacher-assigned detentions within one week. Arrangements for classroom
detentions should be made with the teacher who assigned the detention. Administrative
detentions will be carried out through communication with the Assistant Principal’s Office.
Consequence: Two (2) administrative detentions.
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STUDENT SUSPENSIONS AND EXPULSIONS
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Students shall be advised by school officials of any accusation of wrongdoing made against them
when serious disciplinary action such as suspension or expulsion from school is contemplated.
Students will be advised of the specific charge(s) and will be given an opportunity to respond to
the charge(s).
The principal or Assistant Principal may invoke, after determining student misconduct and the
severity of the conduct violation, suspension or expulsion proceedings. The parent or guardian
of a student will be given prompt notice and explanation of the reason for disciplinary action if
suspension or expulsion proceedings are initiated.
A student may be expelled by the School Board when it finds that the student has repeatedly
refused or neglected to obey school rules, or has engaged in conduct, while at school or under the
supervision of school authority, or while not at school and under the supervision of school
authority, which endangers the health, property, and safety of others, including any employee of
the district or School Board member. Expulsion is based upon a referral of the Administration to
the School Board. A student may be recommended for expulsion for behavior that disrupts the
educational process, i.e., classroom disruptions, gang activity, threats, assault, fighting, theft,
arson, racial verbal abuse, and continued non-compliance with school rules. A recommendation
of expulsion will be made for any student who is in possession of a weapon or a facsimile (an
item intended to be used as a weapon or who uses said weapon or item). A student may be
recommended for expulsion for the use/possession of alcohol, or other controlled substances, or
drug paraphernalia. Nothing herein limits or changes the rights of the Administration to refer for
expulsion and the School Board may expel according to provisions found in Wisconsin Statute
120.13 or related provisions.
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STUDENT HEALTH AND MEDICATION POLICIES
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Health Office
We work hard to ensure the health and welfare of all our students. If a student becomes ill or
injured during the school day, the student should report to the Health Office. If the nurse at SHS
is not in the office, the student should go to the Attendance Office. In some cases, it may be
necessary to contact a parent using the emergency numbers you have provided. Please make sure
that we have the most current phone numbers including cell phones, so we can reach you
immediately. Please call 963-6929 to update your emergency information. The number for the
Health Office at Shorewood High School is 961-2888.
If a student has a fever of 100 degrees or above, she/he needs to go home. Students will be
excluded from school during the infectious period of any communicable disease. Parents must
notify the Health Office whenever a student has any infectious disease (i.e., strep throat, pink
eye, head lice, measles, mumps, chicken pox, etc.). It is also important that parents notify the
nurse/health aide of any medical conditions (including food allergies, bee sting allergies, chronic
health conditions, etc.) that might affect your child during the school day. Critical health
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information is listed under the “Medical Alert” field of PowerSchool and is shared with staff on a
“need-to-know” basis.
The nurse at SHS provides basic first aid for injuries and illness that happen during the day. The
health office is not a clinic and, therefore, is not a substitute for the child’s own physician or
health care provider.
We do not mitigate the health concerns that any students may have. Still, classroom attendance
is the best assurance for academic success. The Assistant Principal and School Nurse will
monitor the frequency of visits to the Health room. A meeting with frequent student visitors to
the Health room and their parents may be required to review health concerns related to students
that frequently visit the health room.
Returning to School after an Illness/Injury
Children may return to school when they:
• have had no fever without fever medication, vomiting, or diarrhea for 24 hours;
• have been taking prescribed medication for infectious disease for 24 hours (i.e., strep
throat, pink eye);
• can provide evidence that treatment has been started for communicable conditions (i.e.,
head lice, ring worm, pink eye).
Bringing Medication to School
No prescription medication should be taken at school without written parental consent and health
care provider authorization. Students may possess (carry) and use an inhaler, epinephrine autoinjector (e.g., Epipen®) or insulin with the written approval of the student’s physician and parent
or guardian, provided that the student does so in compliance with relevant District policies and
guidelines. Due to safety issues, a parent/guardian must bring in any medication (in an original
labeled container) that will be administered at school (for both prescription and over the counter
medications). If your child requires medication regularly at school, please obtain a second
labeled medication container from the pharmacist for school use.
Medication Administration
No over-the-counter medication will be administered to students without a signed parent consent
form. School personnel may give prescription medications only with a signed parent consent
form and a health care provider authorization form on file in the health office. Please refer to the
District Medication Administration Policy and Guidelines for more information.
Physical Exam/Dental Exam/Eye Exam
While recommended, neither a physical exam nor a dental exam is required to enroll in school.
Physical exams may be required to participate in sports. Parents are strongly encouraged to
provide the nurse with records of physical and dental exams, especially if there are health-related
problems that might limit the child’s ability to participate in any portion of the school program.
Immunizations
Wisconsin State law requires parents to provide written evidence of immunizations to the school
or to sign a waiver. Parents need to provide the evidence or sign a waiver within 30 days of their
child’s admission. The required immunizations for this school year are presented in the table
below.
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Age/Grade
Number of Doses
Grades 9 through 11
4 DTP/DTaP/DT/Td2
1 Tdap3
4 Polio4
3 Hep B
1 MMR5
1 Var6
Grade 12
4 DTP/DTaP/DT/Td2
1 Tdap3
4 Polio4
3 Hep B
1 MMR5
2 Var6
1. DTP/DTaP/DT vaccine for children entering Kindergarten: Your child must have
received one dose after the 4th birthday (either the 3rd, 4th, or 5th) to be compliant.
(Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4th birthday is also acceptable.
2. DTP/DTaP/DT/Td vaccine for students entering Pre K and grades 1 through 12: Four
doses are required. However, if your child received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday,
further doses are not required. (Note ]: a dose 4 dys of less before the 4th birthday is
also acceptable.).
3. Tdap means adolescent tetanus, diptheria and acellular pertussis vaccine. If your child
received a dose of a tetanus-containing vaccine, such as Td, within 5 years of entering
the grade in which Tdap is required, your child is compliant and a dose of Tdap
vaccine is not required.
4. Polio vaccine for students entering grades Kindergarten through 12: Four doses are
required. However, if your child received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday, further
doses are not required. (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4th birthday is also
acceptable.)
5. The fist dose of MMR vaccine must have been received on or after the first birthday
(Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 1st birthday is also acceptable).
6. Var. means Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine. A history of chickenpox disease is also
acceptable.
Please notify the health office in writing when a student receives any immunizations.
Immunizations may be scheduled by calling your child’s pediatrician, or by calling either the
Shorewood Health Department at 847-2710 or the Milwaukee Health Department at 286-8620
(for walk-in hours at these three sites).
Student Health File
The health/medical file will be housed in the health office. The contents may include transfer
health records from previous schools, local health forms completed by parent/guardian or
personal physician, and notations made by the nurse at Shorewood High School.
Life Threatening Allergies
Expectations related to serious adverse allergen conditions:
Family Responsibilities:
Notify the school of the student’s adverse allergen condition (i.e. life threatening allergies).
Provide history and background information about student’s adverse allergen condition. Work
with the district registered nurse and school staff to develop written plans, including prevention
strategies and action steps in case of an emergency. These plans should address the student’s
needs throughout school including, but not limited to, the classroom, the cafeteria, after-school
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programs, school-sponsored activities, and on the school bus. If possible, include a photo of the
student on the written plan.
Complete “Release of Information” form, allowing district registered nurse permission to clarify
specific orders and/or directions for the student’s health plans.
Provide properly labeled medication(s), as directed by the health care provider, and replace
medication(s) after use or upon expiration. Complete medication consent form(s).
Educate the student in the self-management of his/her adverse allergen condition including:
• safe and unsafe foods; products with latex; insect stings, etc.
• strategies for avoiding exposure to allergen
• symptoms of allergic reactions
• how and when to tell an adult s/he may be having an allergy-related problem
• how to read food labels (age-appropriate)
• To the extent practical and based on age of child, accompany student on field trip(s).
• Review allergy action plans with the school district staff, the student’s health care
provider, and the student (if age appropriate) after a reaction has occurred.
• If possible, have student wear a medical alert bracelet.
• Provide emergency contact information and update as needed.
• Parent(s)/guardian(s) share responsibility with district staff to provide allergy information
and medication(s) for school-sponsored activities outside of the regular school day (i.e.
Sports, Music, Drama, Clubs, Family Nights, Activity Nights, etc.).
Student Responsibilities:
• Identify yourself to teacher(s) and other school staff as a student with a serious adverse
allergen condition.
• Assist with medication preparation/availability when participating in off-campus, schoolsponsored activities, if appropriate based on age.
Food Allergies
• Should be proactive in the care and management of their food allergies and reactions
based on student age and developmental level.
• Should notify an adult immediately if they eat something they believe may contain the
food to which they are allergic.
• Food sharing is prohibited.
• Should not eat anything with unknown ingredients or known to contain any allergen.
Insect Allergies
• Should notify school staff of an insect sting allergy.
• Should keep food covered outdoors and stand/sit away from garbage cans, gardens and
other areas that insects tend to collect.
• Should not wear brightly colored clothing, perfume, hair spray, or any heavily scented
soaps/shampoos.
• Latex Allergies
• Should notify school staff of a latex allergy.
• Should not have contact with latex gloves and other products.
• Should avoid areas where latex gloves are worn by others.
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Medication Allergies
Should notify school staff of a medication allergy.
Should not take any prescription medication, unless your healthcare provider has
prescribed the medication.
Should not take any over-the-counter medication, unless your parent has given
permission.
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SPORTSMANSHIP: “IN THE GAME AND IN THE STANDS”
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Good sportsmanship is viewed jointly by Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletics Association
(WIAA) and Shorewood High School as a commitment to fair play, ethical behavior, and
integrity. In perception and practice, sportsmanship is defined as those qualities that are
characterized by generosity and genuine concern for others. The ideals of sportsmanship apply
equally to all activities. Individuals—regardless of their role as parents, students, players,
coaches, or officials—are expected to be aware of their influence on the behavior of others and
to be models for good sportsmanship.
As a member of the Woodland Conference, our school community believes that interscholastic
competition should promote greater values than winning games and championships. To achieve
this goal, administrators and other school personnel assume responsibility for:
• providing a welcoming environment for visiting teams and spectators.
• assisting student groups and student leaders in the promotion and creation of good will
between schools.
• respecting the property of the school at which the event is being held.
• prohibiting behavior such as taunting, waving signs, and other acts that show disrespect
for officials, coaches, players, or other audience members.
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TRANSFER OF OUTSIDE CREDITS
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In accordance with Shorewood School District Policy 6.4.2, students taking courses at other
institutions who want credit to apply towards graduation at Shorewood High School must have
counselor’s approval prior to taking the course. This applies to all courses taken at other
institutions: summer school, on-line (virtual), weekend, correspondence, etc. Courses from
outside Shorewood High School will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
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The course is not offered by the Shorewood School District (elective credit only)
Although the course is offered by the Shorewood School District, the student holds senior
status and is unable to take the course due to an unavoidable scheduling conflict (elective
or required credit, depending on individual circumstances)
The course is 1) instructed by a teacher certified in the State of Wisconsin, 2) authorized
by the Wisconsin University System, 3) provided by the College Board, or 4) provided
by an accredited educational institution (e.g., the North Central Association
The course is necessary for the student to achieve graduation from Shorewood High
School after their graduating class has already matriculated (elective or required credit,
depending on individual circumstances)
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A maximum of six (6) credits may be accumulated using this method unless the student has
moved to the district. No more than two (2) credits may be accumulated in any one summer.
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GRADING AND REPORT CARDS
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The school year is divided into two semesters. Each semester has two (2) nine-week quarters and
three days of final examinations.
At the end of each semester, the report card will show four grades for each subject: each nineweek quarter grade, the final exam grade, and the semester grade. The quarter grades are
considered progress reports; the semester grade becomes part of the transcript record.
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EXAM EXEMPTIONS
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Exam exemptions are in place in some, but not all, Shorewood High School curricular
departments/courses. They are in place to encourage and reward a job well done and are
considered a privilege, but not a right.
The following procedure with regard to student eligibility for semester examination exemptions
is in effect:
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The classroom teacher’s prerogative will prevail as to whether or not a student is to be
exempted from a semester examination. Some departments have specific exemption
policies for certain courses.
Students in grades 9 through 12 are eligible for semester examination exemptions.
A student must have earned at least an “A” or “A-“ in a course prior to the semester
examination to be considered eligible for an exemption.
All students, grade 9 through 12, will be limited to two semester examination
exemptions.
Seniors are allowed more than two exemptions for second semester classes.
All students must have paid their registration fees and textbook fees in full or are
currently making payments on an enrolled payment plan to be eligible for semester
examination exemptions.
The following procedures will govern the selection process:
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A student is to fill out the semester examination exemptions. The week before semester
exams.
Any student who wishes to be exempt from an examination must submit to the subject
teacher an exemption card for the teacher signature.
All approved exam exemption cards are to be picked up by the subject teacher who has
approved the exemption and returned to the Assistant Principal’s office no later than 1:00
p.m. on the day before examinations begin.
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Factors which automatically cause a student to be ineligible for semester exam exemptions are:
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More than two (2) total tardies per semester from a given course (teachers must
determine).
An unexcused absence from school.
Suspension for any reason during the semester.
Outstanding registration and/or textbook fees
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HONOR ROLL
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Students with a 3.4 grade point average or higher qualify for the honor roll; students who earn a
4.0 or higher grade point average qualify for the high honor roll. See your school counselor or
consult the Curriculum Handbook for details on grade point average calculations.
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CAMPUS PRESENCE
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Student presence on campus at any time should be directly related to classroom attendance, the
completion of school assignments, and/or involvement in school related events. Students should
not be on campus for the purposes of loitering. Students are expected to leave campus in a
timely manner after they have completed their involvement in the aforementioned cause. Any
student remaining on campus w/o a school related purpose will be asked to leave immediately.
Students who bring unauthorized visitors to campus will be directly responsible for the actions of
their guests.
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FREE PERIODS
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SHS does not offer “traditional” study halls for all students. Some students may be assigned to
the Academic Laboratory, which provides additional support to students that are (1) making a
transition to the high school or (2) struggling to experience academic success. For students not
assigned to Academic Laboratory, SHS still has expectations as to where students should be if
they remain on campus during free periods our during the open lunch period. Our concern is that
students remain safe, productive, and active towards their education during these periods. Free
periods can be spent in the library and/or receiving extra help from a classroom teacher.
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OPEN CAMPUS LUNCH
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A school lunch and ala carte selections will be served Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. from 11:2812:13 p.m., and Wed. from 11:06-11:51 a.m. in the Youth Center/Cafeteria, located in the
basement below the SHS Arena. Student seating is available in this location too. During the
lunch period, students are permitted to leave campus. Students remaining on campus during
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lunch must be in a supervised area. These areas include the library, VHE pool lobby, in a
teacher-supervised classroom, front lawn, or the Administration Building Lobby. In order to
ensure school cleanliness, students should not be consuming lunch in school hallways or
unsupervised areas.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY POLICY
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Shorewood High School provides students with access to Information Technology. The term
“information technology” encompasses all digital and analog technology including, but not
limited to, voice mail, electronic mail, facsimile, computers, and the Internet. Appropriate
instructional Internet sites and resources may be used as a part of the teaching and learning
process.
When using the school’s information technology, users are expected to abide by the guidelines
established by the District. These guidelines include generally accepted rules of ethical behavior,
network etiquette and student safety.
The following guidelines regarding acceptable and unacceptable use of the school’s Information
Technology are for illustrative purpose only and are not intended to be exhaustive. The District
in its sole discretion may determine on a case by case basis whether any particular use of District
Information Technology complies with District policy.
Use of District technology shall:
• Be in support of education and research and be consistent with the purposes of the
District;
• Comply with copyright laws and all other applicable laws or regulations concerning
student/employee information technology use;
• Respect the rights and privacy of others by not accessing private files belonging to others;
• Comply with all regulations posted in the computer lab or other room where computers
are in use; and
• Comply with the directives of District personnel in connection with the use of
Information Technology in the computer lab or other room where computers are in use.
Use of District technology shall not:
• Involve any illegal purpose or conduct;
• Be for commercial or personal use;
• Utilize an electronic mail account other than one’s own;
• Involve the misrepresentation of the user’s identity;
• Involve the sharing of confidential passwords or other confidential information;
• Involve vandalism of computer network equipment or information, vandalism includes
any unauthorized, alteration or destruction of hardware, wiring, software and/or data
including but is not limited to, the uploading, downloading, or creation of computer
viruses;
• Utilize the Internet in such a way that would disrupt the use of the Internet by others,
such as downloading excessively large files;
• Utilize the Internet to harm or harass others; or
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Involve the deliberate access of materials that are inconsistent with the District’s code of
conduct and/or the educational goals, including materials that are inappropriate for
minors.
All students will have access to the Internet unless the parent/guardian requests in writing that
Internet access be denied. Parents/guardians who do not want their child to have Internet access
must complete the form at or prior to registration. Copies of the form are available in the
Principal’s office.
Students who violate acceptable use requirements may have their Internet access terminated.
Some violations may constitute conduct subject to disciplinary action by school administration
or the Board of Education, up to and including expulsion. Some violations may constitute
criminal offenses and may result in legal action.
The school’s Information Technology is considered District property and may only be used for
District related purposes. All students must abide by policies and guidelines with respect to
access and security of the school’s Information Technology and must observe all applicable
laws, including copyright. The District reserves the right to review, audit, intercept, monitor,
access, disclose, and/or copy any activity or use of school Information Technology by students.
A student’s use of the school’s Information Technology shall constitute consent to such access
and students shall have no expectation of privacy with respect to their use of the school’s
Information Technology.
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HOMEROOM
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Wednesday schedules will be adjusted to provide time for a regularly scheduled homeroom.
Homerooms will take place every Wednesday from 9:11-9:26 a.m. We believe this approach will
provide more consistency to the numerous needs the school has throughout the year to adjust the
bell schedule and that our students will greatly benefit from a regularly scheduled homeroom.
Students are not given assignments during the homeroom period. Instead, the homeroom session
will be used to teach character development or to relay information from the school. This stressfree environment will allow many students to open with classmates and a faculty member and
relax and be themselves without academic judgment. This stress-free environment will provide
Shorewood High School students and faculty an important forum for discussion and social
development.
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CREDIT LOAD
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Students are required to be enrolled for a minimum number of credits each semester. Freshmen,
sophomore and junior schedules must include at least six (6) credits each semester. Senior
schedules must include at least 5 credits each semester. Exceptions to these requirements may be
granted by the Principal following a meeting with the student’s school counselor, and a request
made in writing by the student.
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GRADING SCALE
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Shorewood High School utilizes a 4.0 grading scale. Weighted grades are utilized for a limited
number of advanced classes.
REGULAR CLASSES
A+, A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
DF
WEIGHTED CLASSES
4.00
3.67
3.33
3.00
2.67
2.33
2.00
1.67
1.33
1.00
0.67
0.00
A+, A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
DF
5.00
4.67
4.33
4.00
3.67
3.33
3.00
2.50
2.00
1.50
1.00
0.00
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
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A student will receive a diploma from Shorewood High School upon completion of the following
credit related requirements:
TOTAL SEMESTER CREDITS
ENGLISH*
MATHEMATICS
SCIENCE*
SOCIAL STUDIES
INTEGRATED HEALTH
PHYSICAL EDUCATION*
FINE AND/OR APPLIED ARTS
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8
6
6
6
2
2
2
*Students must meet special course requirements as part of the total credit requirement in this
area of study. Specific course requirements for each department are noted in the SHS
Curriculum Handbook with the course descriptions for that department.
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STUDENT CLASS STATUS
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Shorewood High School students are classified once yearly at the conclusion of each school year
according to the number of credits accumulated at the end of the previous year. The required
credits for classification are as follows:
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10TH GRADE
11TH GRADE
12TH GRADE
GRADUATION
10 CREDITS
19 CREDITS
33 CREDITS
46 CREDITS
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COURSE CHANGE PROCEDURES
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Students are advised to select their courses very carefully. Final course verification is provided
at student registration. Once the course selections have been submitted and approved, further
schedule changes are limited to the following situations:
 To schedule a course requirement which the student failed after submitting his schedule.
 To enable a student who is concurrently attending another school (i.e. MATC or UWM)
to resolve a schedule conflict.
 To add a course that is immediately necessary for graduation.
 To resolve a conflict between two courses scheduled for the same class period.
A course may be dropped within six weeks of the first day of class in each semester. If it is
dropped after this date, a semester grade of “F” is recorded. Written permission from a parent
must be secured before a change will be made. In some instances, parents may be required to
attend a meeting with school personnel before a change will be made.
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WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL
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Any student withdrawing from Shorewood High School must go through formal withdrawal
procedures so that all books can be returned, transcripts can be forwarded, state records updated,
and fees refunded. The process begins in the Student Support Services Office.
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ELECTRONIC SURVEILLANCE
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Shorewood High School utilizes electronic surveillance equipment inside and outside of
buildings on the Shorewood High School campus. This surveillance has been designed to
protect buildings and building assets and to enhance safety for students, staff, faculty and
visitors. The high school follows the following guidelines for the use of such equipment:
 Camera placement and use allows for the recording of persons present on school grounds.
 The date, time and location of each recorded session and the video images will be stored
on the server for at least seven days. Selected data may be archived.
 School administrators may, in accordance with state and federal law, use video images to
investigate student behavior and support student discipline, including in suspension and
expulsion proceedings.
 Recorded video images may be “pupil records” under Wis. Stat. 118.125. Disclosure of
any video image that is a confidential student record shall only be in accordance with
applicable law.
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STUDENT VISITORS
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Student visitors are not allowed at Shorewood High School unless prearranged by a teacher or
administrator. A visitor who is currently enrolled in a high school and interested in attending
Shorewood High School or a prospective student should make an appointment with the Student
Support Services Department to discuss the enrollment process. At that time, students may
schedule taking a tour of the school and/or shadowing another student.
All Visitors are required to display a visitor’s pass at all times. No student visitors will be
allowed on examination days, days immediately prior to or after a vacation period, during
Homecoming Week, or during the first or last two weeks of a semester.
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STUDENT DRUG/ALCOHOL USE AND ABUSE
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Alcohol or drug use, abuse, and/or dependency interfere with student behavior and personal
development. Furthermore, the use of drugs and alcohol compromises safety, health, and welfare
of students and staff in the Shorewood School District. The Shorewood School District
recognizes that alcohol or other drug use/abuse and/or dependency can be a treatable health
problem. While health problems are primarily the responsibility of the family and community,
schools can share that responsibility.
No student shall use, possess, distribute, exchange, sell, give away, or be under the influence of
alcohol and/or controlled substances and real or counterfeit look-alike drugs at any time in the
school buildings, on school properties, or at school-related activities.
No students shall use or possess drug paraphernalia for purposes prohibited by the Controlled
Substance law or local ordinance.
Student athletes or students involved in other extracurricular activities may have specific,
additional consequences because of their commitment to the rules of the activity.
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BULLYING/HARASSMENT
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Shorewood High School strives to provide a safe, secure and respectful learning environment for
all students in school buildings, on school grounds, on school and activity buses, and at schoolsponsored activities. Bullying has a harmful social, physical, psychological and academic
impact on bullies, victims and bystanders. The school district consistently and vigorously
addresses bullying so that there is no disruption to the learning environment and learning
process.
Bullying behavior can be:
 Physical (e.g. assault, hitting or punching, kicking, theft, threatening behavior)
 Verbal (e.g. threatening or intimidating language, teasing or name-calling, racist remarks)
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Indirect (e.g. spreading cruel rumors, intimidation through gestures, social exclusion and
sending insulting messages or pictures by mobile phone or using the internet – also
known as cyber bullying)
Bullying behavior is prohibited on all Shorewood High School property and educational
environments, including any property or vehicle owned, leased or used by the school or school
district. This includes public transportation regularly used by students to go to and from school.
Educational environments include, but are not limited to, every activity under school
supervision.
A student that is either a victim of bullying or is aware of a bullying situation is encouraged to
report the conduct to a school counselor, teacher, or building administrator.
Reports of bullying may be made verbally or in writing and may be made confidentially. All
such reports, whether verbal or in writing, will be taken seriously and a clear account of the
incident is to be documented. The recipient of the report will make a written record of the report,
including all pertinent details.
There shall be no retaliation against individuals making such reports. Individuals engaging in
retaliatory behavior will be subject to disciplinary action.
If it is determined that students participated in bullying behavior or retaliated against anyone due
to the reporting of bullying behavior, the school administration may take disciplinary action,
including: suspension, expulsion and/or referral to law enforcement officials for possible legal
action as appropriate. Student support staff will provide support for the identified victim(s).
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SEXUAL HARASSMENT
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The School District of Shorewood acknowledges regulation (45 Federal Regulation 74676)
issued by the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission), which recognizes sexual
harassment as a violation of Title VII.
The regulation deals with harassment in any of the following relationships:
 among peers or colleagues
 between supervisors and subordinates
 between employees and other adults as employees do their job
 between employees and students
 among students
Sexual harassment is a form of misconduct that undermines the integrity of the School District.
Sexual harassment refers to behavior that is not welcomed, that is personally offensive, that
debilitates morale, and that, therefore, interferes with the effectiveness of its victims and other
members of the organization. Sexual harassment may include the following actions:
 sex oriented verbal “kidding” or abuse
 subtle pressure for sexual activity
 physical contact such as patting, pinching, or constant brushing against another’s body
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demands for sexual favors whether or not accompanied by implied or overt promises of
preferential treatment or threats
Persons having complaints alleging sexual harassment shall orally present such complaints to the
administrator of the building where the harassment allegedly occurred or to the administrator
who is primarily responsible for the program involved. The administrator shall have five (5)
workdays to resolve such complaint. Administrative discretion will determine when the Police
Department will be notified.
If the matter is not adjusted to the satisfaction of any of the persons involved, the complaint shall
be placed in writing, signed, dated, and forwarded to an investigating officer as appointed by the
Superintendent. The investigating officer shall have ten (10) workdays to conduct an
investigation, confer with persons involved in the alleged harassment or their legal guardians,
and respond in writing.
Appeals of the decision of the investigating officer will be presented to the Superintendent in
writing. The Superintendent shall have ten (10) workdays to respond.
In the event that the source of the alleged harassment occupies the position designated in a
specific step, that step shall be bypassed and the complaint initiated at the next higher step.
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TEXTBOOKS
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Upon receiving school issued textbooks, students assume responsibility for the textbook and its
care. Any textbook that is not returned or returned in an unsatisfactory condition will result in a
replacement fee of $60 dollars. Any paperback books that are not returned or are damaged will
result in a fee equal to the value of the new price of the book.
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STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICES
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Counseling services are an integral and important aspect of the student services available at
Shorewood High School. The program is staffed by professionally trained counselors.
Services provided by the counselors include, but are not limited to the following:
• Individual Counseling in all areas of personal concern.
• Academic Counseling for high school and future direction.
• College/Career Planning with comprehensive programming available to all Special
Programs including college admissions workshops, 8th grade orientation evening, and
financial aid programs.
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SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (S.R.O.) PROGRAM
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
An officer from the Shorewood Police Department is present most days of the week. The
purpose of the SRO Program is as follows:
• To develop a close police/student relationship.
• To be an adviser to school staff and youth about the law and law enforcement.
• To help school staff members develop a better understanding of juvenile laws.
• To reduce vandalism, theft and the number of school incidents that require law
enforcement through work with the school staff and students.
• To act as a supportive service and work closely with the staff as a referral and resource
agent.
• To be available to parents, students, and staff for conferences when they deal with police
concerns.
• To be available for group or classroom presentations on subjects involving law
enforcement.
• To provide an opportunity for a law enforcement officer to better understand the actions
and problems of youth in this community.
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FREE/REDUCED LUNCH PROGRAM
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
All students and their families who feel they might qualify for free or reduced meals are
encouraged to fill out an application. Applications are available in the high school office, on the
Shorewood School District website and at high school registration in August. Life can change
quickly, and for these situations, a family can apply for free and reduced meal service at any time
throughout the school year. Students that are approved for Free/Reduced lunch are also
approved for reduced school fees during registration in August. Completed forms should be
returned to the District Business Office. It is important to note that Free & Reduced lunch forms
must be filled out each year. If you believe, and want verification, that your family’s status falls
into the State of Wisconsin Direct Certification Program (W2 or Food Share), please contact the
Nutritional Services Department at 414-963-6914.
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LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER (LMC)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Library/Media Center is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on school days. Students are
encouraged to use the Library/Media Center for the following activities:
• research
• recreational reading
• computer use
Appropriate behavior in LMC includes:
• silent individual study
• no food/drink at the computers
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Students must sign in at checkout desk. Students can be admitted to LMC at the beginning of the
class period; however, a pass from either a teacher or the Assistant Principal’s Office is needed
for admittance during class time if a student is otherwise scheduled into a class. Students must
remain in the LMC for the duration of the class period.
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LOST AND FOUND
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Articles found in and around the school should be turned in to the Attendance Office where the
owners may claim their property by identifying it. Unclaimed items will periodically be donated
to a local charity.
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POWERSCHOOL
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
PowerSchool—Shorewood School District’s web-based student data system software—offers
both students and parents/guardians the opportunity to monitor student progress in many areas
and to increase communication with Shorewood High School.
Students/parents are strongly encouraged to check PowerSchool regularly. Individual teachers
will use different methods to update daily student progress, but students can expect to see an
accurate grade at least every three weeks. To avoid potential confusion, students are encouraged
to become familiar with grading practice of each individual teacher.
Students can access PowerSchool from any location with Internet access.
At school: Students can most readily access PowerSchool from terminals in the
Library/Media Center (LMC).
Off campus: Students can access the login screen of PowerSchool by going to
www.shorewoodschools.org, clicking on the “Family Resources” pull-down tab, and
then clicking on “Powerschool.”
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WORK PERMITS
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Work permits may be obtained in the Student Support Services Office. When applying, please
bring the following:
 Birth certificate
 Written permission of parents
 Written statement from employer indicating intent to employ
 Application fee of $10.00
 Original Social Security Card
 One other form of ID: birth certificate, driver’s license, passport, etc.
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SCHOOL CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The safety of all School District of Shorewood students is the primary concern in making a
decision to close schools. School closing announcements will generally not be made until the
morning of the day of closing between 5:30am and 6:00am.
All school closing or other emergencies will be broadcast by the following stations:
TELEVISION STATIONS
RADIO STATIONS
WTMJ-TV (CHANNEL 4)
WITI-TV (CHANNEL 6)
WISN-TV (CHANNEL 12)
WDJT-CBS (CHANNEL 58)
WTMJ-RADIO (620 AM)
LAKE FM (94.5 FM)
WISN (1130 AM)
WMIL (97.3 FM)
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Absence, excused: Includes illness, death in the immediate family, court order, religious
holiday, other emergency, or an activity approved by the Assistant Principal. Such absences must
be verified by the parent/guardian. See Attendance section.
Absence, unexcused: An absence for a day or any portion of a day for any reason, other than
those cited or coded as lawful. See Attendance section.
Academic Dishonesty/Cheating: Academic dishonesty through cheating, copying, forging
signature of teacher and/or parent/legal guardian, plagiarizing, altering records, or assisting
another in such action.
Alcohol/Drugs: Any controlled dangerous substance, drug paraphernalia, controlled
paraphernalia, look-a-like drugs, alcohol, over-the-counter drugs/medications, inhalants,
prescription drugs, or any man-made or natural occurring substance used for the purpose of
altering behavior, mood, or for changing the brain or nervous system.
Arson/Fire: Attempting to, aiding in, or setting fire to a building or other property.
Assault: An unprovoked attack upon or malicious act of violence against another person causing
injury.
Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation: deliberate or intentional behavior using words or actions,
intended to cause fear, intimidation or harm. Bullying may be repeated behavior and involves an
imbalance of power. The behavior may be motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing
characteristic, such as, but not limited to: age; national origin; race; ethnicity; religion; gender;
gender identity; sexual orientation; physical attributes; physical or mental ability or disability;
and social, economic or family status.
Cheating: See Academic Dishonesty/Cheating.
Classroom Disruption: Behavior that interferes with the learning of others in a classroom or
another learning environment.
Controlled Paraphernalia: All equipment, products, and materials of any kind which are used,
intended for use, or designed for use, in planting, propagating, cultivating, growing, harvesting,
manufacturing, compounding, converting, producing, processing, preparing, testing, analyzing,
packaging, repackaging, storing, containing, concealing, injecting, ingesting, inhaling, or
otherwise introducing into the human body a controlled dangerous substance.
Criminal Behavior: Any behavior that is considered an infraction of the law.
Cyberbullying: This term includes, but is not limited to, the following misuses of technology:
harassing, teasing, intimidating, threatening, or terrorizing another person by sending or posting
inappropriate and hurtful e-mail messages, instant messages, text messages, digital images, or
Web site postings (including blogs, wikis and social networking sites). The author (sender or
poster) of the inappropriate material might be disguised (logged on) as someone else.
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Discrimination: Unequal or unlawful treatment of persons on the basis of race, color, sex, age,
national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
Disrespect: Inappropriate comments or physical gestures to teachers, staff members, students, or
others.
Drug/Alcohol Distribution: Participating in the transfer or attempted transfer of alcohol or
drugs to another with or without the exchange of money or other valuables, or possessing a
quantity of such a substance for use by others.
Drug Paraphernalia: see Controlled Paraphernalia
Drug Possession: Having alcohol, drugs, drug look-a-likes, or paraphernalia on one’s personal
property, or having such substance(s) under one’s control.
Drugs: Any controlled dangerous substance, look-a-like drugs, alcohol, over-the-counter
drugs/medications, inhalants, prescription drugs, or any man-made or natural occurring
substance used for the purpose of altering behaviors, mood, or for changing the brain or nervous
system.
Drug Solicitation: To knowingly request or attempt to obtain possession of alcohol, drugs,
inhalants or paraphernalia.
Electronic Communication Devices: Portable wireless devices that can send and/or receive
information (e.g., pagers, cell phones, etc.).
Electronic Devices (Other): Video games, laser pointers, video cameras, iPods, MP3 players,
etc.
Explosive: An incendiary or explosive material or device, including firecrackers, smoke bombs,
flares, or any combustible or explosive substance or articles, other than a firearm as defined by
federal code.
Facsimile (re: Weapon): any object, device, instrument, material or substance that substantially
mimics a weapon.
False Alarms/Bomb Threats: Threats or false information concerning the placement of
explosive or destructive substances; initiating a report warning of a fire or other catastrophe
without cause, in person or by phone; misuse of 911, discharging a fire extinguisher.
Fighting: A physical confrontation involving two or more students with physical contact, such as
hitting, kicking, punching.
Firearms: Examples include handguns, rifles, shotguns, and bombs.
Forgery: Purposely signing another person’s name to deceive someone.
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Gambling: Wagering money or property.
Guns and Look-a-like Guns: Any firearm/gun of any kind loaded or unloaded, operable or
inoperable, including any object that is a look-a-like gun.
Harassment: See Bullying for further definition.
Hazing: Any type of act which is a condition of initiation or admission into or affiliation with an
organization, club or team, regardless of the student’s willingness to participate, that includes
asking or forcing a student to break a law or school rule, or take part in an act which involves
misuse of school equipment, or holds the potential to cause physical harm to the student or other
students.
Hostile Acts: Actions or statements intended to do harm or put an individual in fear of bodily
harm.
Inciting/Participating in Disturbance: Disturbing, preventing orderly conduct, or otherwise
causing a disruption to the atmosphere or order and discipline in the school that is necessary for
effective learning.
Infraction: An offense or behavior that breaks a rule.
Inhalant: Any odor, gas, particle, fume or vapor deliberately inhaled for the purpose of altering
behavior, mood, or changing the brain or nervous system.
In-school Suspension: Suspension by an administrator outside of the regular classroom within
the school day.
Insubordination: Refusing to follow directions of teachers, staff, or administration.
Leaving Area without Permission and/or Leaving Class or School Grounds without
Permission: Leaving the classroom or other assigned area without permission from the adult in
charge and/or leaving the classroom or school grounds during regular school hours without a
parent/guardian or someone listed on the emergency card.
Midriff Area: An area between the chest and the abdomen. See Dress Code section.
Physical Attack: Physically pushing, hitting or otherwise attacking someone or something.
Plagiarism: Deliberately presenting the ideas, works, or statements of another as one’s own,
without acknowledgement of the source.
Electronic Device: Any electronic device which is carried, worn, or transported by a student to
receive or communicate messages, music, the Internet, etc.
Searches: Authorized, reasonable inspection or pat downs of students, their possessions and
lockers, as well as school property, while on school grounds, at school-functions or on schoolsponsored trips.
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Serious Threat of Violence: A verbal or nonverbal declaration of intent or determination to
inflict significant injury to persons, and/or damage to property, with the perceived
ability/intention to carry through on the threat.
Sexual Activity: Inappropriate behavior of a sexual nature, including indecent exposure,
consensual sex, and other sexual activity not identified as sexual assault or harassment.
Sexual Assault: Physical, sexual attack on another person.
Sexual Harassment: Unwelcome verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
Stealing/Theft: Taking, obtaining or attempting to take property of another person or institution
without the permission or knowledge of the owner.
Suspension: A disciplinary consequence by an administrator where a student is prohibited from
attending their regular school, school-sponsored events, and co- and extra-curricular activities.
Tardiness: Late to school or class.
Threat: See Verbal or Physical Threat or Serious Threat of Violence definitions.
Tobacco Violation: Possession, use, sale or distribution of tobacco or tobacco products.
Trespassing: Unauthorized presence on school property.
Truancy: Unlawful absence from school or classes for a school day or a portion of the school
day. See Attendance section.
Vandalism/Destruction of Property: Damage, destruction or defacement of property belonging
to the school or others.
Verbal or Physical Threat: Threatening or aggressive language or gestures directed toward
another Person.
Violent Act: Any action that creates a substantial danger or serious injury to any person(s).
Weapon: Any object, device or instrument designed as a weapon or through its use is capable of
threatening or producing bodily harm or which may be used to inflict self-injury including, but
not limited to, any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded; airguns; pellet guns; BB guns; all
knives; blades; clubs; explosives; fireworks; mace and other propellants; stunguns; ammunition;
poisons; chains; arrows; and objects that have been modified to serve as a weapon.
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