Cambridge High School Handbook - Cambridge City School District
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Cambridge High School Handbook - Cambridge City School District
Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 1 Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Hallway Passes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 OUR SCHOOL.....................................................................................................6 ALMA MATER..................................................................................................... 6 FIGHT SONG (Joyous and Ever Loyal)………………………………………….6 Mission Statement........................................................................................... 6 2014-2015 CALENDAR................................................................................... 7 GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................................. 8 Immunization Requirements ......................................................8 Injury and Illness ............................................................................ 8 Emergency Medical Cards........................................................... 8 Transfer out of the District.......................................................... 8 Withdrawal From School............................................................. 8 Dispensing of Medication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 8 Student Records............................................................................. 8 Directory Information……………………………………………………9 Confidential Records…………………………………………………….9 Meal Service ....................................................................................9 Student Automobiles.................................................................. .9 Emergency Closings and Delays............................................. .10 Visitors ............................................................................................. 10 Student Sales.................................................................................. 10 ACADEMICS...................................................................................... ……….… 10 Internet Safety Policy................................................................... 10 Field Trips ....................................................................................... . 10 Code of Discipline of school sponsored Functions……… 11 Grades................................................................................................ 11 Class Changes...................................................................................11 Grading Policy.................................................................................. 12 Grade Assignments ...................................................................... .12 Academic/Co-curricular Eligibility............................................. 12 Administrative Procedure……………………………………………… 13 Honor Roll ......................................................................................... 13 Grading Periods .............................................................................. 13 Credits Earned ................................................................................. 13 Academic Distinctions………………................................................14 Requirements for Graduation......................................................14 Comparison of Diplomas with Honors Criteria..……………...15 Post-Secondary Enrollment ......................................................... 16 Gifted Education.......................................................................... …. 16 Criteria For Alternative Pathway to Graduation................. ..16 Failures…………………………………………………………………………….17 ATTENDANCE..................................................................................................... 17 Perfect and Exemplary Attendance…………………………………17 Eighteen –Year Old Students:...................................................... 17 Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 2 Five Day Absence Limit………………………………..………..……….17 “Buy Back” Provision………………………………………………………18 Unexcused Absences…………………………………………….……….18 Excused Absences ......................................................................... 18 Attendance Procedure…………………………………………………..19 Attendance notes………………………………………………………… 19 Make-up Work and tests ............................................................19 Pre-Arranged absences ( Vacations / Medical / Dental Apt)….... 20 Suspension........................................................................................ 20 College Visits ................................................................................... 20 Early Dismissal ................................................................................ 20 Truancy............................................................................................... 21 Special Schedule Days.................................................................. 21 Attendance For Extra-Curricular Participants………………. .21 Tardiness.............................................................................................21 CODE OF CONDUCT ..................................................................................... 22 Student Appearance ..................................................................... 22 Due Process Rights ........................................................................ 23 Suspension from school ............................................................ ..23 Expulsion from school ................................................................. .23 Permanent Exclusion .................................................................... 23 TRANSPORTATION..........................................................................................24 School Bus Regulations ............................................................... 24 STUDENT DISCIPLINE..................................................................................... 24 Miscellaneous .................................................................................. 24 Ce;;phones and other Devices……………………………………….25 Guests………………………………………………………………….………..25 Dances…………………………………………………………………………..26 Cheating………………………………………………………………………..26 Student Discipline Code ........................................................ ….26 Ohio Revised Code 2151.87 .......................................................29 Security Recordings……………………………………………………….29 CAMBRIDGE CITY SCHOOLS BYLAWS & POLICIES…………………….30 COMMUNITY SERVICE REQUIREMENTS.................................................. 44 General Definitions and Guidelines............................................44 Specific Guidelines……………..……………………………………………44 Activities Not Eligible for Service Credit..………………………...46 Examples of Activities …………………………………………………….46 BELL SCHEDULES………………………………………………………………………….48 Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 3 Student/Parent Handbook For Cambridge High School The Cambridge City Board of Education observes the practice of showing no discrimination by race, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, or handicap among students or employees while engaged in work, curricular, and extra-curricular activities, thus complying with various Federal statutes and their implementing regulations concerning programs and activities receiving or benefiting from Federal Financial Assistance. Peg Wilcox, Principal Rick Spencer, Assistant Principal Dave Gray, Athletic Director High School Main Office 1401 Deer Path Drive Cambridge, OH 43725 740-435-1100 Attendance Office 740-435-1102 Guidance Office 740-435-1106 Guidance Counselors Dan Oswalt TBA Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 4 **A Student/Parent may interact with any counselor of their choice. Student Name: HALLWAY PASSES __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time __________ Date ____________ Teacher __________ Time Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 5 THIS PAGE MUST REMAIN IN THE AGENDA BOOK FOR PASSES TO BE VALID. OUR SCHOOL Colors.............................................................................. Blue and White Team Name................................................................................. Bobcats Sports Affiliation............................................. East Central Ohio League Ohio Valley Athletic Conference Yearbook.......................................................................................Cantab ALMA MATER Hail, oh hail, our alma mater Dear Ol’ Cambridge High We’ll be true to thee forever Till the day we die When we take our book of memories Read its pages o’er We will honor and revere thee Sing thy praise once more. FIGHT SONG “Joyous and Ever Loyal” Joyous and Ever Loyal Lets boost for Cambridge High Let every heart sing Let every voice rise Not time to grieve or sigh It’s ever onward Our course pursuing May defeat ne’re Our ardor cool But united we will Boost for her Our Old High School Mission Statement Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 6 Our mission, in partnership with the home and community, is to provide an inviting and safe learning environment, which empowers all students to achieve their fullest potential as life-long learners contributing positively to society. CAMBRIDGE CITY SCHOOLS 2014 – 2015 SCHOOL CALENDAR Monday, August 18, 2014 ............................... NO SCHOOL (students) – Opening/Teacher Work Day Tuesday, August 19, 2014 .............................. Students’ First Day Monday, September 1, 2014 .......................... NO SCHOOL – Labor Day Friday, September 12, 2014 ........................... NO SCHOOL (students) – Professional Dev. (PD) Wednesday, October 15, 2014 ....................... 2 hr. Delay (students) – Staff PD Friday, October 17, 2014 ................................ End of 1st Grading Period Thursday, October 23, 2014 ........................... Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences Friday, October 24, 2014 ................................ NO SCHOOL – Daytime Parent/Teacher Conferences Tuesday, November 11, 2014 ........................ NO SCHOOL – Veteran’s Day Wednesday, November 19, 2014 ................... 2 hr. Delay (students) – Staff PD Thursday, November 27, 2014 ....................... NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break thru Monday, December 1, 2014 Friday, December 19, 2014 ............................ End of 2nd Grading Period Monday, December 22, 2014 ........................ NO SCHOOL – Christmas Break thru Friday, January 2, 2015 Friday, January 16, 2015 ................................ NO SCHOOL (students) – Staff PD Monday, January 19, 2015 ............................. NO SCHOOL – Martin Luther King Day Wednesday, February 11, 2015 ..................... 2 hr. Delay (students) – Staff PD Monday, February 16, 2015............................ NO SCHOOL – President’s Day Wednesday, March 11, 2015 .......................... 2 hr. Delay (students) – Staff PD Thursday, March 12, 2015 .............................. Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences Friday, March 13, 2015 ................................... End of 3rd Grading Period Friday, April 3, 2015 ....................................... NO SCHOOL – Spring Break thur Monday, April 6, 2015 Tuesday, April 7, 2015 .................................... 2 hr. Delay (students) – Staff PD Thursday, May 21, 2015 ................................. Students’ Last Day Friday, May 22, 2015 ...................................... Teachers’ Last Day Monday, May 25, 2015 ................................... NO SCHOOL – Memorial Day Commencement date tentatively scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2015, subject to change if the number of calamity days exceeds what state law permits. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 7 First grading period Second grading period Third grading period Fourth grading period Teacher Days 44.0 41.5 48.5 48.0 Student Days 43.0 41.5 48.5 47.0 Make-up Days: Blizzard Bags (three snow days), May 26 and May 27, 2015 Board Approved – 3/18/14 SECTION I – GENERAL INFORMATION Immunization Requirements Students in grades 7-12 are required to have two doses of MMR vaccine. Injury and Illness All injuries must be reported to a teacher or the office. If minor, the student will be treated and may return to class. If medical attention is required, the office will follow the School’s emergency procedures. A student who becomes ill during the school day should request permission from the teacher to go to the office. The office will determine whether or not the student should remain in school or go home. No student will be released from school without proper parental permission. Emergency Medical Cards Emergency Medical Cards are issued during the first week of school and must be signed and returned immediately. Transfer out of the District If a student plans to transfer from Cambridge High School, the parent must notify the Principal. School records shall be transferred within fourteen days to the new school district. (14 days is required by Missing Children Laws.) Withdrawal From School No student under the age of 18 will be allowed to withdraw from school without the written consent of his/her parents and a personal conference with the principal, guidance counselor, and/or superintendent. When a student withdraws from school and does not enroll in another approved program, the Superintendent shall notify the Registrar of Motor Vehicles and the Juvenile Judge for the county if the student is under the age of 18. The student’s driver’s license may then be suspended. Dispensing of Medication Parents and/or physicians may, from time to time, request that school employees dispense certain medication or administer certain medical procedures to students while they are in school. To ensure the safety and protection of all parties, specific procedures and necessary application forms may be Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 8 requested from the school office. The school or its employees cannot provide aspirin or other over the counter medication. Student Records Many student records are kept by the teachers, counselors, and administrative staff. There are two basic kinds of records – directory information and confidential records. Directory information Student directory information can be given to any person or organization for non-profit making purposes when requested, unless the parents of the student restrict the information, in writing to the Principal. Directory information includes: name and address, date and place of birth; photograph; major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports; height and weight, if a member of an athletic team; dates of graduation and awards received; honor rolls; or scholarships. Confidential records Contain education and behavioral information that has restricted access based on the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and Ohio Law. This information can only be released with written consent of the parents, the adult student, or a surrogate. The only exception to this is to comply with State and Federal laws that may require release without consent. Included in the confidential records are test scores, psychological reports, behavioral data, disciplinary actions and communications with the family and outside service providers. The School must have the parents’ written consent to obtain records from an outside professional or agency. Confidential information that is in a student’s record that originates from an outside professional or agency may be released to the parent through the originator and parents should keep copies of such records for their home files. Parents may also provide the School with copies of records made by non-school professional agencies or individuals. Meal Service The school participates in the National School Lunch Program and makes lunches available to students for a fee. No student shall be allowed to leave school premises or have food delivered during the lunch period without specific written permission granted by an Administrator. Applications for the School’s Free and Reduced-Priced Meal program are distributed to all students. If a student does not receive one and believes that he/she is eligible, contact the school office. Student Automobiles Driving to school is a privilege that may be suspended for violation of any rules listed in this handbook. A registration and permit fee is charged. The Cambridge City School District assumes no responsibility Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 9 for damage or theft of any student vehicle or its’ contents. Students who drive motor vehicles to school must know and obey the following rules: 1. Each student must register the vehicle each school year. Registration forms may be obtained in the office. 2. Each student must display a parking permit for the current year clearly displayed on the vehicle’s rear-view mirror. 3. Each student must park in the assigned parking place. 4. Unauthorized driving from the school grounds during school hours is prohibited. 5. Speeding or careless driving on the school grounds is not permitted. 6. Switching or borrowing someone else’s permit is not allowed. 7. Sitting in cars during the school day is not permitted. Students must leave their cars immediately upon arrival to school. 8. The Parking Lot is off limits during the school day. Students who violate any of the student driver rules will have their driving privileges and parking privileges suspended or revoked. Vehicles that do not have a parking permit clearly displayed may be towed at the owner’s expense. Emergency Closings and Delays If the School must be closed or the opening delayed because of inclement weather or other conditions, the School will send an ALL CALL as well as notify the following radio and television stations: WCMJ, WBIK, WILE,WTOV-TV9, WTRF-TV7, WHIZ-TV18, Cable Channel Two, or at www.cambridge.k12.oh.us. Parents and students are responsible for knowing about emergency closings and delays. Visitors Visitors, particularly parents, are welcome at the school. In order to properly monitor the safety of students and staff, each visitor must report to the main office upon entering the School. If a person wishes to confer with a member of the staff, he/she should call for an appointment prior to coming to the school, in order to prevent any inconvenience. Student Sales No student is permitted to sell any items or services in the school without the approval of the Principal. Violation of this may lead to disciplinary actions. SECTION II - ACADEMICS Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy For the Computer Network of the Cambridge City School District The Cambridge City School District is pleased to make available to students access to interconnected computer systems within the District and to the Internet, the world-wide network that provides various means of accessing significant educational materials and opportunities. In order for the School District to be able to continue to make its computer network and Internet access available, all students must take responsibility for appropriate and lawful use of this access. Students must understand that one student’s misuse of the network and Internet access may jeopardize the ability of all students to enjoy Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 10 such access. While the School’s teachers and other Staff will make reasonable efforts to supervise student use of network and Internet access, they must have student cooperation in exercising and promoting responsible use of this access. Each student will be presented the Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy of the school district the first day of school. Parents who do not approve of their child using the internet will be asked to sign a form indicating such. Field Trips and Board Approved Overnight Trips A parental permission slip/emergency care authorization form, signed by the parent is required for each student participating in the trip. Students must follow all Code of Discipline Policies while attending any School Sponsored Functions including Sporting Events. This student conduct code is in effect during any and all school related trips or activities. Students who cannot abide by the rules and procedures will be excluded from educational trips/activities. Students going on the trip must return with the group unless approval has been granted by the coach/teacher/administrator in charge of the trip. Students going on field trips or any school related functions which causes an absence from class should obtain their assignments from their teachers prior to the activity. Please Review Board of Education Policies and Field Trip Procedures 2340 and AG 2340 A, B, C, D, Forms 2340 F1, F2, F3. Student Supervision and Welfare Policies 3213 and AG 3213. If a student violates any rule in the Code of Discipline Policy while participating on a field trip, the student will be excluded from any or all remaining field trips during the school year. The severity of the consequence will be a direct result of the severity of the offense, as determined by the administration. Grades Cambridge High School has a standard grading procedure, as well as additional notations that may indicate work in progress or incomplete work. In general, students are assigned grades based upon test results, homework, projects and classroom participation. Mark A+ A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D D- Percentage 98-100 92-97 90-91 88-89 82-87 80-81 78-79 72-77 70-71 68-69 62-67 60-61 Point Value 4.00 4.00 3.67 3.34 3.00 2.67 2.34 2.00 1.67 1.34 1.00 0.67 Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 11 F 00-59 0.00 Class Changes Students may change their schedule within the first 5 days of a course. No exceptions after five days. Grading Policy A student who refuses to comply with the classroom procedure as established by the individual teacher, which would include grades, discipline, attendance, etc. after consultations with the Principal, teacher, parent, and student may be assigned a final failing grade (with no credit). This refers primarily to students who refuse to work or participate in class during the final 9 weeks even though they have already accumulated enough points to pass in a subject. Central to the Provisions 1. Provisions must be outlined to the students and to the building Principal at the beginning of each course. (Should be documented in some form, e.g. class syllabus with grading procedures included). 2. Communications must be clear to all parties - including parents. Grade Assignments Grade level assignments are made at the beginning of the year and are dependent upon the total number of credits each student has earned. No changes will be made during the year for semester credits. Changes will be made the following year. Exception: Students placed in junior assignments may be advanced during the year if the student has sufficient credits at the end of the first semester and the student can be graduated at the end of that school year. Required Credits Sophomore 5 Junior 10 Senior 16 Academic/Co-curricular Eligibility Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 12 A grade point average of 1.5 (of possible 4.0) is necessary for students in grades 9-12 to participate in extracurricular activities which are conducted beyond the regular school day and for which no grade is given. During the preceding grading period, the student must have received passing grades in a minimum of five one-credit courses or the equivalent which count toward graduation (Rule 4-4-1 OHSAA) (Participation in these activities is a privilege, not a right.) Administrative Procedure: In order to be eligible, a student in grades 9-12 must be currently enrolled in a member school and have received passing grades in a minimum of five one-credit courses, or the equivalent, in the immediately preceding grading period (Note: Students taking postsecondary options must comply with these standards). Students must also have received a 1.5 minimum grade point average during that grading period. The eligibility or ineligibility of a student will be determined by the advisor, athletic director, and the high school principal for each participant in any co-curricular activity. This procedure will be completed and become effective the day grades are received from the computer center. (5 school days after the 9 week grading period ends.) Athletes will be governed by OHSSA Rulings. Summer school grades earned may not be used to substitute for failing grades from the last grading period of the regular school year. Tutoring or examinations to complete the preceding grading period requirements are permissible provided that the inability to complete required work on time is due to illness or accident and verified by a physician. Honor Roll Principal’s List 4.0 GPA First Honors 3.5 GPA or Higher Second Honors 3.0 GPA or Higher Grading Periods Students shall receive a report card at the end of each 9 week period indicating their grades for each course of study for that portion of the academic term. When a student appears to be at risk of failure, notification will be provided to the parents so they can talk with the teacher about what actions can be taken to improve poor grades. A student’s progress toward graduation and receiving a diploma is determined by completing required course work, earning the necessary credits, and passing the Ohio Graduation Test. A student is only promoted when the necessary requirements are met and/or the student has completed the goals and objectives of an Individualized Education Plan (I.E.P.). It is the student’s responsibility to keep in contact with his/her counselor and teachers to ensure that all requirements are Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 13 being met. Information about credit and course requirements is available in the Guidance Office. Credits Earned A student can earn seven (7) credits in a school year. They may earn additional credit in an approved summer school program. All summer school credit must have prior administrative approval before enrollment in the course. Failure to obtain prior approval will disqualify the credit from meeting graduation requirements. Additionally, summer school courses do not alter athletic eligibility. Academic Distinctions Cambridge High School has eliminated the designations of valedictorian and salutatorian and replaced them with the academic designations of Summa, Magna, and Cum Laude. Students will be honored based upon the following standards of achievement: Cum Laude (meaning “With honor”) 3.5 – 3.69 Bronze Medallion Magna Cum Laude (meaning “With great honor”) 3.7 – 3.89 Silver Medallion Summa Cum Laude (meaning “With highest honor”) 3.9 – 4.0 Gold Medallion Requirements for Graduation 4 credits of Language Arts (English I, II, III, IV) 4 credits of Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, one other course) 3 credits of Science (1 Life, 1 Physical, 1 Advanced) 1 unit of Biological science 1 unit of Physical science 3 ½ credits of Social Studies 1 credit Government 1 credit U.S. History 1 credit World Studies ½ Junior Social Studies 1 credit of Business and Technology ½ credit of Physical Education (can be replaced with 2 seasons of athletics / Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 14 Marching Band) ½ credit of Health 1 credit Fine Arts 40 Hours of Community Service ALL STUDENTS must earn a total of 21 credits, 17 ½ required credits and 3 ½ elective credits. Classes of 2014 – 2016 - Must Pass the OHIO GRADUATION TEST (OGT) in Reading, Math, Writing, Science, and Social Studies Comparison of Diplomas with Honors Criteria Students need to fulfill all but one criterion for any of the following Diplomas with Honors Subject High School Academic Diploma with Honors Career-Technical Diploma with Honors English 4 units 4 units Mathematics 4 units, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or equivalent and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses that contain equivalent content 4 units, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or equivalent an another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses that contain equivalent content Science 4 units, including physics and chemistry 4 units, including physics and chemistry Social Studies 4 units 4 units Foreign Language 3 units, including at least 2 units in each language studied Not counted toward requirements Fine Arts 1 unit (must be Art, Drama, or Music course ONLY) Not counted toward requirements Career-Technical Not counted toward requirements, and may not be used to meet requirements Now counted in Electives Electives Not counted toward requirements 4 units of Career–Technical minimum. Program must lead to an industry recognized credential, apprenticeship, or be part of an articulated career pathway which can lead to post secondary credit. Grade Point Average 3.5 on a 4.0 scale 3.5 on a 4.0 scale ACT/SAT Score ** 27 ACT/1210 SAT 27 ACT/1210 SAT Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 15 Additional Assessment Not applicable Achieve proficiency benchmark established for appropriate Ohio Career-Technical Competency Assessment or equivalent *Writing sections of either standardized test should not be included in the calculation of this score. Diploma with Honors requirements pre-suppose completion of all high school diploma requirements in Ohio Revised Code including: ½ unit physical education ½ unit in American history ½ unit health ½ unit in Government Ohio Department of Education May 4, 2007 Post-Secondary Enrollment Any student in the 11th or 12th grade may enroll in a postsecondary program providing she/he meets the requirements established by law and by the District. Any interested student should contact the guidance office to obtain the necessary information. Proper documentation completed before March 30th of the prior school year in order to participate. Failure to pass a Postsecondary class will result in the parent/guardian assuming financial responsibility. Gifted Education Cambridge City School has adopted a policy for screening and identifying Gifted Students. To obtain a copy or review this policy please contact the Principal or Guidance Counselor. There are currently no gifted services provided at the High School. Criteria for Alternative Pathway to Graduation 1. On the one OGT for which the person failed to attain the designated score, the person missed that score by 10 points or less; Note: This means a scaled score of at least 390 on the failed OGT. 2. Has a 97 percent school attendance rate in each of the last four school years, excluding any excused absences; Note: Excused absences are defined by local school district policy. 3. Has not been expelled from school in any of the last four school years; Note: The statute does not address other student disciplinary outcomes, such as suspension. 4. Has a grade point average of at least 2.5 out of 4.0, or its equivalent as designated in rules adopted by the state board of education in the subject area of the failed OGT; Note: The conversion chart can be found on the Ohio Department of Education Web site at www.ode.state.oh.us, keyword Alternative Pathway. 5. Has completed the Ohio high school curriculum requirements in the subject area of the failed test; Note: This applies to a student’s eligibility to be considered for an alternative pathway only. To receive a diploma, the student must also satisfy school district graduation requirements. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 16 6. Has taken advantage of any intervention programs provided by the school district or school in the subject area of the failed OGT and has a 97 percent attendance rate, excluding any excused absences, in any of those programs that are provided at times beyond the normal school day, school week or school year or has received comparable intervention services from a source other than the school district or school; Note: Students are only subject to this criterion if they were offered intervention. If so, the attendance requirement refers to their rate of participation. 7. Holds a letter recommending graduation from each of the person's high school teachers in the subject area of the failed OGT and from the person's high school principal. Note: If the student’s teacher from a specific course is no longer available, a person with sufficient knowledge to make an informed recommendation may substitute. Failures If a student receives an “F” (59% or less) in a core content course as a final course grade, he/she may be required to participate in the Cambridge High School Credit Recovery Program. The student will be responsible for paying the cost of the program. Core content curriculum is identified as: English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Anyone wishing to participate in a credit recovery class not sponsored by Cambridge High School must get written permission BEFORE taking the class or they may not receive credit. Section III -Attendance Attending school is both necessary and the law. State law requires regular school attendance until the age of eighteen. Students who do not maintain regular attendance may fail, lose certain privileges, be taken to juvenile court and/or have their parents taken to court. Cambridge High School has an attendance policy to avoid these negative consequences. “Perfect” And “Exemplary” Attendance Students who attend the full school day every day are considered to have “Perfect” attendance. Students who have attended school every day but have occasionally had to leave for part of the school day for a non-school related appointment are considered to have “Exemplary” attendance. Students who have either Perfect or Exemplary attendance will earn a certificate and be awarded a “Student Activity” pass as a reward for their efforts. Eighteen-Year Old Students When a student turns 18, all of the laws, rules, regulations and penalties that apply to adults, now apply to the student. All of the school law, school rules, school regulations, and school penalties also still apply to you. Unless you reach legal “emancipated” status, the school personnel will still require the communication from home and still continue the communication to the home. Parents will still receive school correspondence concerning the student such as report cards, attendance information, congratulatory communications and discipline reports. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 17 Five-Day Absence Limit Students are permitted five total days of absence during a nine-week grading period. On the sixth absence the student will have his/her grade reduced to 59% in each class over the five day limit. In addition, 3 tardies to a class will be counted as one day absent and the tardies will be documented in the student’s discipline file. Absences that do not accumulate against the five (5) day limit include the following: 1. School sponsored field trips and activities. 2. Guernsey County Fair participation (with proper documentation turned in to the attendance office prior to the first day of the fair). Students are only excused for the day(s) their project is judged. 3. Educational Day. Some trips planned by parents during the school year are educationally sound. In order for the trip to qualify the following guidelines must be met: a. A special form must be completed by the parent and pre-approved by the Principal or Assistant Principal before the absence. b. The trip must be educational in nature and not leisure or relaxation. c. These trips could include college visitation, 4H project judging, awards ceremonies/recognition. d. Students may be required to submit a report of their experiences during their days away from school. A two-page report relating to each course being taken will be submitted to each teacher within one week of the student’s return to school. 4. Extended sick days with a physician signed medical excuse. 5. College visits that have been pre-approved by the Guidance Office. Juniors and Seniors are permitted to have 3 days to visit a college to investigate enrollment. These days will not count toward the absence limits of each student. 6. Funeral service for members of the immediate family 7. A student who misses 20 days in a full year course (10 days in a semester course) will not receive credit for the coarse. **Special circumstances, such as chronic illness, extended hospital stay, or any other special medical situations will be dealt with on an individual basis in regards to this policy. A student will be allowed to “buy back” 1 day per 9 week grading period by attending a pre-arranged Saturday School session OR by attending 5 consecutive days of AfterSchool Detention. Unexcused Absences Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 18 Examples of Unexcused Absences include: hair appointments, shopping, hunting, babysitting, photographs, outside employment, etc. An unexcused absence will result in a maximum of 60% credit for all school assignments, tests, quizzes, projects, etc. made up on days unexcused. Examples of unexcused absences include, but are not limited to, hair appointments, shopping, hunting, babysitting, photographs, outside employment, etc. Excused Absences Excusable Reasons For Absence: Personal illness – A doctor’s statement may be required for excessive absence due to student illness. (Original statement with date and times of absence must be presented to the attendance office within 2 days of the absence. Illness in the Immediate Family Quarantine of the Home Death in the Immediate Family Observance of Legitimate Religious Holidays Such good cause as may be acceptable to the Superintendent Attendance need not always be within the school facilities, but a student will be considered to be in attendance if present at any place where school is in session by authority of the Board. Attendance Procedure: Upon returning from an absence, every student is to report to the attendance office for an Admit Slip which is to be presented to the student’s teachers. If the student’s parent/guardian has not previously called the attendance office to explain the absence, the student must bring a written note on the day of his/her return and present it to the attendance office first thing in the morning. The absence will be considered “unexcused” if there is no phone call or written note. Attendance Note: Students who are absent with an excuse for more than 5 days in a grading period, regardless of the reasons, will be considered “frequently absent”. If there is a pattern of frequent absence for “illness”, the parents will be required to provide a statement from a physician describing the health condition that is causing the frequent illness and the treatment that is being provided to rectify the condition. Without such a statement, the student’s permanent attendance record will indicate “frequent unexplained illness”, a possible sign of poor work ethic and irresponsible behavior. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 19 Make-Up Work and Tests: A student who is absent and excused from school shall be given the opportunity to make up work that has been missed. A student is given the number of days excused in which to make up work. It is the responsibility of the student to contact teacher(s) for make-up work. Pre-Arranged Absences/Vacations During the School Year/Medical & Dental Appointments: Parents/guardians are encouraged not to take their child out of school for vacations. Vacation days will be considered excused, but will count toward the five day rule. It is also recommended that medical and dental appointments be scheduled after school hours or on days off whenever possible. In the even tthat an appointment must be scheduled during school hours, a note from the parent or guardian should be presented to the attendance office prior to the appointment. In case of emergency, the attendance office should be contacted as soon as possible. The building principal will approve all such absences Suspension: Absence from school due to suspension shall be considered an authorized absence; neither excused or unexcused, but will not count toward the five-day rule. A student who is assigned an “In-Home Restriction” will be allowed to make up work due to suspension for 60% credit. Students assigned an “Out of School” suspension will receive a “0” for any missed work during the suspension. Early Dismissal / Leaving the Building While School Is In Session: If in an emergency a student must have an early dismissal from school, he/she must bring a note, signed and dated by the parent/guardian stating why and when the student should be dismissed and when he/she is expected to return. If an emergency arises during the school day, the parent/guardian may call the attendance office to provide the same information. In all early dismissal situations, it is necessary for the student to obtain permission from the attendance office with parent/guardian approval and sign out in the office before leaving. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 20 PLEASE NOTE: As a matter of safety, students are NOT permitted to use personal cell phones to contact parents or guardians in the event of illness during the school day. Students must request the attendance office staff to call home for them. Truancy: Truancy is defined as a student deliberately not attending school or class without an excusable reason. Truancy will result in disciplinary action and possible referral to Juvenile Court. Parents/Guardians who knowingly and willfully permit a student to be truant will be liable for prosecution. ( Students who are tardy to school or request early dismissal when there is a special schedule (pep rally, assembly, school activity, etc.) will be required to provide a medical slip or they will be considered truant and required to make up the time missed in Saturday School. Attendance for Extra-Curricular Participants / Special Schedule Days (Assemblies, sports, pep rallies, school activities, etc.) Students are required to be present in school at least one-half of the school day in which he/she participates in any school activity. This rule is especially applicable to activities that are normally after school such as sports event/practice, band and drama presentations/practices, cheerleading, dances, etc. If a student does not attend at least one-half of the school day, (with or without a doctor excuse), the student will NOT participate in the school day activity or extra-curriculum activity on that day. Students who are tardy to school or request early dismissal when there is a special schedule will be required to provide a medical slip or they will be considered truant and required to make up the time missed in Saturday School. If a student does not attend one-half day of school (with or without a doctor excuse), the student will not participate in the activity on that day. Tardiness A student is considered tardy if he/she arrives at school/class after the tardy bell rings. A student who is tardy to 1st period must report to the attendance office. Three (3) tardies automatically equal one (1) day absence and will count towards the five (5) day absence limit. Listed below are the consequences (in addition to the attendance consequence of 3 tardies) for being tardy to school. Each teacher may set their own policy, other than the attendance consequence, for being tardy to class. Please note that if a student is driving to school and has an excessive number of tardies, the student will forfeit parking permit/driving privileges. The parking permit will be kept in the office until the parking privileges are returned. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 21 Tardy Per Semester: 1st Unexcused = Warning 2nd Unexcused = Warning + Parent Notification 3rd = 1 Day After-School Detention + 1 Week Loss of Driving Privileges 4th = 1 Day After-School Detention + 1 Week Loss of Driving Privileges 5th = 3 Days After-School Detention + 2 Weeks Loss of Driving Privileges 6th = 3 Days After-School Detention + 2 Weeks Loss of Driving Privileges 7th – 10th = After School Detention AND Saturday School AND loss of parking privileges for the remainder of the Semester. 11th = Charges Filed with Juvenile Court *NON-DRIVERS 7th = 1 Day In School Suspension 8th = 2 Days In School Suspension 9th = 3 Days In School Suspension Failure to report to Saturday School will result in the time assigned being doubled. The tardy policy also applies to class tardiness. Beginning with the 3rd tardy, teachers should report incidents to the Attendance Office. It is the student’s responsibility to arrange with his/her teachers, the opportunity to make up any work missed due to tardiness. All disciplinary action is subject to the discretion of the administration. Disciplinary action may be modified if, in the opinion of the administration, the situation warrants. Section IV-Student Code Of Conduct A major component of the educational program at Cambridge High School is to prepare students to become responsible workers and citizens by learning how to conduct themselves properly and in accordance with established standards. Student Appearance (Dress Code) Any form of dress or hairstyle which is considered contrary to good hygiene or which creates a distraction will not be permitted. The outer most garment must apply to the restrictions: Students may not wear yoga pants leggings, jeggings, or skin tight pants of any type. Shorts, skirts, and pants must be worn at the natural waistline or the hips and may not expose undergarments of any kind. Shorts, skirts, and dresses must touch the top of the knee or reach below the knee. Pants and Jeans must not have holes, tears, cuts or frays Hats and other head coverings should be removed upon entering the building and are to be kept in your locker during the school day. Sunglasses, coats, and other similar items of clothing are also to be kept in your locker. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 22 Tank tops, muscle shirts, cut-out shirts, mesh shirts, sheer tops, and tube tops may not be worn. Shirts and tops must cover the shoulder region and must cover all undergarments at all times. Garments that show bare midriffs, cleavage, are worn off the shoulder, or expose the student’s back are not permitted. Pajama pants and slippers are not permitted. Clothing advertising alcoholic beverages, drugs, or tobacco and those with obscene or questionable printing on them are not to be worn. Shoes must be worn throughout the day. Footwear must be appropriate for the school environment. Book bags, backpacks, and large purses large enough to hold a standard size textbook must be kept in your locker during the school day. This includes draw-string backpacks. ** Exemption – School sponsored uniforms (i.e. cheerleaders, etc.) or school sponsored activity days. If something is questionable in your mind, do not wear it or bring it to school. Final determination of appropriate school attire rests with the school administration. Due Process Rights Before a student may be suspended, expelled, or permanently excluded from school, there are specific procedures that must be followed. Suspension from school - When a student is being considered for a suspension, the administrator in charge will notify the student of the reason. The student will then be given an opportunity to explain his/her side. After that informal hearing, the Principal will make a decision whether or not to suspend. If a student is suspended, he/she and his/her parents will be notified, in writing within one day or by phone, of the reason for, and the length of the suspension. The suspension may be appealed, within five days after receipt of the suspension notice, to the Superintendent. The request for an appeal must be in writing. The appeal shall be conducted in a private meeting and the student may be represented. Sworn, recorded testimony shall be given. If the appeal decision upholds the suspension, the next step in the appeal process is to the Board of Education; then to the Court of Common Pleas. Expulsion from school - When a student is being considered for expulsion, the student will receive a formal letter of notification addressed to the parents. Students being considered for expulsion mayor may not be removed immediately. A formal hearing will be scheduled with the Superintendent, during which the student may be represented by his/her parents, legal counsel, and/or by a person of his/her choice. Within ten days after the Superintendent notifies the parents of the expulsion, the expulsion can be appealed, in writing to the Board of Education. The appeal will also be formal in nature with sworn testimony before official(s) designated by the Board of Education. Again, the right to representation is available. All opportunity to earn grades or credit ends when a student is expelled. Expulsion for certain violations may result in revocation of a student’s driver’s license. If the expulsion is upheld, the next step in the appeal process is to the Court of Common Pleas. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 23 Permanent Exclusion - When a student, 16 years of age or older, is being considered for permanent exclusion, it is possible that he/she may never be permitted to return to school anywhere in the state of Ohio. A permanent exclusion may be considered if the student is convicted or adjudicated delinquent for committing one or more of the following crimes while on the property of an Ohio school: 1. Any possession or involvement with a deadly weapon 2. Drug Trafficking 3. Murder, manslaughter, assault or aggravated assault 4. Complicity in any of the above crimes This process is formal and will usually follow an expulsion and the proper notification of the parents. Cambridge High School makes a sincere effort to have disciplinary actions take place that will allow the student to remain in class/school. If disciplinary action does not result in removal from class/school, it is not appealable. Should a student or parent have questions regarding the propriety of an in-school disciplinary action, they should contact the Principal. Section V - Transportation School Bus Regulations All students of Cambridge City Schools are afforded bus transportation. The school is not responsible for injuries or damages incurred if another mode of transportation is chosen. Improper conduct could result in loss of this service. Any misbehavior which distracts the driver is a very serious violation and jeopardizes the safety of everyone. While on the bus, students are under the authority of the driver. All discipline cases are reported by the driver to the transportation supervisor who will consult with an administrator. The following behavior will NOT BE TOLERATED and will result in appropriate disciplinary action which may include suspension: 1. Not remaining seated or changing seats while the bus is in motion. 2. Loud talk and boisterous conduct, whistling or calling to people outside the bus, and talking at intersections and at railroad crossings. 3. Not keeping all parts of the body inside the bus and feet on the floor. 4. Eating on the bus. 5. Profanity or degrading remarks of any kind. 6. Throwing things in the bus, at the bus, or out the windows, Using a water gun. 7. Smoking, lighting matches, lighting cigarette lighters. (Any one of number 7 draws an automatic suspension from riding the bus.) 8. Fighting or scuffling. 9. Refusing to obey promptly the instructions of the driver or talking back. 10. Any other conduct which is detrimental to the safe operation of the bus. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 24 Permission to ride another bus must be obtained in advance from the Director of Transportation, at 439-4013. Parents picking up or dropping off students are asked to do so at the rear entrance by the student parking lot. Section VI- Student Discipline Miscellaneous No beverages other than bottled water will be permitted outside the Auditeria area. Make-up, perfume, and similar body sprays are not to be applied in the hallways or classrooms. Cell phones and other Electric Devices Cell phones and other electric devices such as Headphones, MP3 players must be TURNED OFF AND IN YOUR LOCKER during the school day. Students may use cell phones and other devices in the Auditeria before and after school only! Any violation of this rule will result in the following: 1st offense – confiscation of the item, to be returned at the end of the school day. 2nd offense – Confiscation of the item until a parent/guardian picks item up and signs a parent release form. rd 3 offense – Confiscation of the item for 5 days per parent release form. 4th offense – Confiscation of the item for 10 days per parent release form. Any additional offense the item will be confiscation and student will be forbidden to have cell phones and other electric devices at school. Student Publications and Productions: Any student publication or production (newspaper, announcements, etc.) is part of the school curriculum and editorial control remains with school authorities. Guests Cambridge High School students may invite a guest from another school to attend dances and other events held at CHS provided the student and guest fill out a Visitor Permission form and turn it in prior to the stated deadline. Guest must be currently enrolled in another school, be under 20 years old, and comply with ALL Cambridge High School rules and regulations. Dances The following procedures will be in effect for each dance: 1. Only CHS students may attend dances at Cambridge High school, with the following exceptions: a. CHS: students may invite a guest from another school to attend dances and other events held at CHS provided the student and guest fill out a Visitor Permission form and turn it in prior to the stated deadline. Guest must be currently enrolled in another school, be under 20 years old, and comply with ALL Cambridge High School rules and regulations. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 25 2. Dancing must be appropriate and in good taste. “Face to face and leave some space.” Students who are acting or dancing inappropriately will be taken to a sponsor/administrator and may be removed from the dance. Students may not leave and reenter. Dance times will be determined by school administration. Normal rules of conduct apply as do school consequences. Parents may act as chaperones. If a student is absent or suspended the day of the dance, he/she will not be permitted to attend . Middle school students are not permitted to attend HS dances or prom. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Cheating Cheating is a serious issue and will not be tolerated. Cheating includes copying assignments, looking at another person’s paper during a test, using another person’s work as your own, using “cheat sheets” on tests, copying a report word for word, etc. A student who is caught cheating will receive a “0” on the work involved and will also have the offense recorded in his/her discipline file. Any student who allows a student to copy his/her work will receive the same consequences. A second offense in the same class will result in the student receiving a maximum grade of 59% for that grading period along with an additional disciplinary referral. Additional consequences will be assigned if the student continues to violate this policy. Additionally, each teacher may clarify what constitutes “cheating” within his/her classroom by including the information on the course Syllabus. Student Discipline Code Please see note at end of Code (Ohio Revised Code 2151.87). If detention is warranted, detention may be served the day of the offense. Parents of Elementary Students will receive 24 hours notice prior to the student serving a detention. Any student who participates in detention will do so prior to joining in on any regularly scheduled extracurricular activities. st nd Behavior 1 Offense Student MAY receive: 2 Offense Student MAY receive: * Possession/Use of a Weapon 10 days OSS with recommendation to expel, Police Notification, Charges Filed 10 days OSS, Possible Permanent Expulsion, Police Notification * Use of an object as a Weapon or “LookAlike” 10 days OSS with Recommendation to Expel, Police Notification. Up to 10 days OSS, Police Notification, Drug/Alcohol mandatory counseling, Possible Recommendation to Expel. 4 Days OSS, Immediate Removal, Police Notification 10 days OSS, Possible Permanent Expulsion, Police Notification 10 Days OSS, Immediate Removal, Police Notification, Recommendation to Permanently Expel. * Possession/Use/Distribution of illegal or prescription drugs or alcohol or their paraphernalia *Use, Unauthorized Possession, Sale, or Distribution of Over-The-Counter Drugs or “Look-Alike” Drugs Possession/Use of tobacco or paraphernalia Confiscation, 1 day OSS, Police Notification 10 Days OSS, Immediate Removal, Police Notification, Recommendation to Expel. Confiscation, 2 days OSS, Police Notification rd 3 Offense Student MAY receive: Confiscation, 4 days OSS , Police Notification Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 26 Extortion/Threats/Harassment (including religious, racial, etc.) 1 day ISR Conference 1 day OSS * Starting an unauthorized fire 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel, Police Notification 10 days OSS, Possible Permanent Expulsion, Police Notification Unauthorized Touching Level 1 (pushing, shoving, in the grasp) Up to 3 days OSS * Up to 3 days OSS Up to 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel Unauthorized Touching Level 2 (punching, use of fists, students stop without personnel intervening) Up to 4 days ISR *Up to 4 days OSS Up to 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel Unauthorized Touching Level 3 (punching, fists, fighting, personnel had to intervene) Up to 5 days OSS *Up to 5 days OSS Up to 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel Inciting Violence /Instigating a Fight 1 Day ISR or 1–3 Days OSS depending on circumstances ISR, IHR depending on circumstances ISR or OSS depending on circumstances, Juvenile Court Referral * Physically assaulting a staff member or other adult 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel, Police Notification, Charges Filed Up to 5 days OSS Possible Police Notification 10 days OSS, Possible Permanent Expulsion, Police Notification, Charges Filed Verbal assault of a staff member or other adult Up to 5 days OSS, Possible Recommendation to Expel * Up to 10 days OSS, Possible Recommendation to Expel, Charges Filed Verbal assault of a student 1 Day ISR or 1–3 Days OSS depending on circumstances ISR or OSS depending on circumstances *Gross Sexual Imposition 10 days OSS, Immediate Removal, Recommendation to Expel, Juvenile Court Referral 10 days OSS, Possible Permanent Expulsion, Police Notification, Charges Filed Sexual Harassment / Unwelcome Sexual Conduct 5 days OSS, Sessions with Juvenile Court Liaison 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel, Juvenile Court Referral * Theft Restitution, 4 days OSS. Charges will be filed with Juvenile Court * Setting false alarms/reports (fire, bomb, 911 call, etc.) Restitution, 2 days ISR, OSS and Juvenile Court Referral depending on circumstances 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel Vandalism (including tobacco related offenses) Restitution, 2 days ISR Restitution, 4 days OSS. Charges will be filed with Juvenile Court Restitution, 10 days OSS, possible recommendation to expel Insubordination/Disobedience/Disrespect (includes leaving class without permission) Refusal to give phone to school employee. 1 day ISR 1 day Saturday School * 2 days Saturday School Possession / Use of pornography Confiscation, 1 day OSS, possible Court Referral Confiscation, 2 day OSS, Court Referral Confiscation, 5 - 10 days OSS, possible recommendation to expel, Court Referral * Physically assaulting a student 2 days OSS 10 days OSS, Recommendation to Expel ISR, OSS depending on circumstances, Juvenile Court Referral Restitution, 10 days OSS, recommendation to expel 10 days OSS, Possible Permanent Expulsion, Police Notification, Charges Filed Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 27 Class cutting/Truancy/Leaving school property 1 day ISR, 1 week loss of parking privileges 2 days ISR, 2 weeks loss of parking privileges 2 days Saturday School work detail, 1 month loss of parking privileges Confiscation for 1 month, item released to parent, 2 days Saturday School work detail Tardy to school or class 3-4 tardies in a Semester will result in the loss of parking privileges for 1 week and 1 day After School Detention 5-6 tardies in a Semester will result in the loss of parking privileges for 2 weeks and 3 Days After School Detention Dress Code violation Wear clothes provided by the office, parental notification Wear clothes provided by the office, parental notification, 1 day in-school work detail Wear clothes provided by the office, parental notification, 1 day Saturday School work detail Inappropriate Behavior (includes but is not limited to: gambling, false calls/notes, disrupting the educational process, parking violations, excessive horseplay, public displays of affection, improper cafeteria behavior, inappropriate language, food and drink outside of designated areas, etc.) 1 day After-School Detention 1 day ISR * 1 day Saturday School Forgery Up to 3 days OSS Up to 5 Days OSS Up to 10 days OSS Violation of Motor Vehicle Operating regulations on school grounds Loss of Vehicle privileges for 1 week Loss of vehicle privileges for the remainder of the semester Loss of vehicle privileges for the remainder of the school year Social Media The use to harass, bully, incite hostilities or distribute illegal images that negatively impact the school environment Student Counseled – parent notified 1 – 3 Days OSS 3 – 5 days OSS Police notified 4 – 7 days OSS Police notified 5 -10 OSS Recommended to expel *Students who violate areas of the Code of Conduct with an “asterisk” will be excluded from participating in all school-sponsored dances (including Homecoming and Prom), and school Fun Days for the remainder of the school year. Students may be permitted to earn back the privilege to participate in these events by completing 10 or more hours of documented community service (above and beyond the required community service graduation requirement). Students with excessive discipline referrals may be subject to 10 days suspension with a recommendation to expel. Definitions: ISR – In-School Restriction - Students are housed in the in-school restriction room and are permitted to do their school work for full credit. OSS – Out of School Suspension - Students are suspended from school and are not permitted to make up work missed during the suspension. After School Detention is limited to 4 assignments per semester and a limit of only 3 of these assignments in a 9 week grading period. Saturday School or OSS will be assigned when ASD limits are reached. All disciplinary action is subject to the discretion of the administration. Disciplinary Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 28 action may be modified if, in the opinion of the administration, the situation warrants. The severity of the offense may result in a more severe penalty then listed in the Discipline Code. Disciplinary action against special education students may be modified so as to conform with federal and state guidelines. Students 18 years or older may be referred to court. Community Service and Saturday School will be assigned at the discretion of the Administration. Counseling is available to students caught using tobacco, drugs and alcohol at the student’s expense. A parent must accompany their child to school for a re-admittance conference following all Outof-School suspensions. The student will NOT be re-admitted to school without this conference. TRUANCY TO SATURDAY SCHOOL WILL RESULT IN ONE (1) DAY OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION FOLLOWED BY A PARENT READMITTANCE CONFERENCE AND THE RESCHEDULING OF THE SATURDAY SCHOOL Ohio Revised Code 2151.87 makes it illegal for anyone under 18 to purchase, possess, or use tobacco, including cigars, cigarettes, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff and rolling papers. Violators of the law can be fined up to $100, Loss of Driving Privileges and be assigned to do community service work and take smoking cessation classes SECURITY RECORDINGS The Cambridge City School District may record security footage on District property. This footage, which is recorded for the protection and welfare of the school community, typically contains images of many students, as well as District employees and other persons. Security footage contains personally identifiable information about students. State and federal laws generally prohibit the release of this information, and the District has not designated the footage as “directory information” that may be disclosed without the prior written consent of the students’ parents or guardians. Security footage, and the personally identifiable information contained on the footage, will be disclosed only when authorized by law or when the disclosure is made to school officials with legitimate educational interests. The footage otherwise will not be disclosed to any person. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 29 . Board of Education Policies and Guidelines are available in the Principal’s office and at the Board of Education Office at 6111 Fairdale Rd. Cambridge, OH 43725. CAMBRIDGE CITY SCHOOLS BYLAWS & POLICIES 2260 F8 - NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION AND INTERNAL COMPLAINT PROCEDURES (including Title II, Title VI, and Title IX, Section 504, and ADA) Nondiscrimination The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race color, national origin, sex, disability, military status, ancestry, age, or genetic information in its program, activities, or employment. Further, it is the policy of this District to provide an equal opportunity for all students, regardless of race, color creed, age disability, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, place of residence within the boundaries of the District, or social or economic background, to learn through the curriculum offered in this District. Complaint Procedure Section I Any person who believes that s/he has been discriminated against or denied equal opportunity or access to programs or services may file a complaint, which may be referred to as a grievance, with the District’s Civil Rights Coordinator listed below: Dennis Dettra, Superintendent 6111 Fairdale Road Cambridge OH 43725 740-439-5021 3122.02 - NONDISCRIMINATION BASED ON GENETIC INFORMATION OF THE EMPLOYEE The Board of Education does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment based on genetic information. The Board also does not limit, segregate, or classify employees in any way that would deprive or tend to deprive them of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of an employee as an employee, based on genetic information. Retaliation against an applicant or employee for engaging in protected activity is prohibited. The Board shall only acquire and/or disclose genetic information of an employee or applicant for employment as provided by Federal law and regulation. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 30 The Superintendent shall appoint a compliance officer whose responsibility it will be to ensure that Federal regulations are complied with and that any inquires or complaints are dealt with promptly in accordance with law. Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 is provided to staff members. 42 U.S.C. 20000ff et seq., The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act 29 C.F.R. Part 1635 Adopted 5/18/10 4122.02 - NONDISCRIMINATION BASED ON GENETIC INFORMATION OF THE EMPLOYEE The Board of education does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment based on genetic information. The Board also does not limit, segregate, or classify employees in any way that would deprive or tend to deprive them of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of an employee as an employee, based on genetic information. Retaliation against an applicant or employee for engaging in protected activity is prohibited. The Board shall only acquire and/or disclose genetic information of an employee or applicant for employment as provided by Federal law and regulation. The Superintendent shall appoint a compliance officer whose responsibility it will be to ensure that Federal regulations are complied with and that any inquires or complaints are dealt with promptly in accordance with law. S/He shall also ensure that proper notice of nondiscrimination for Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 is provided to staff members. 42 U.S.C. 2000ff et seq., The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act 29 C.F.R. Part 1635 Adopted 5/18/10 5530 F2 - MEMORANDUM TO PARENTS REGARDING SCHOOL BOARD POLICY ON DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS In accordance with Federal Law, the Board of Education prohibits the use, possession, concealment, or distribution of drugs by students on school grounds, in school or school-approved vehicles, or at any school-related event. Drugs includes any alcoholic beverage, anabolic steroid, dangerous controlled substance as defined by State statute, or substance that could be considered a “look-a-like” controlled substance. Compliance with this policy is mandatory for all students. Any student who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, in accordance with due process and as specified in the student handbooks, up to and including expulsion from school. When required by State law, the District will also notify law enforcement officials. The District is concerned about any student who is a victim of alcohol or drug abuse and will facilitate the process by which s/he receives help through programs and services available in the community. Students and their parents should contact the school principal or counseling office whenever such help is needed. 2416 - STUDENT PRIVACY AND PARENTAL ACCESS TO INFORMATION The Board of Education respects the privacy rights of parents and their children. No student shall be required, as a part of the school program or the District’s curriculum, without prior written consent of the student (if an adult, or an emancipated minor) or, if an unemancipated minor, his/her parents, to submit to or participate in any survey, analysis, or evaluation that reveals information concerning: A. B. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or his/her parents; Mental or psychological problems of the student or his/her family; Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 31 C. D. E. F. G. H. Sex behavior or attitudes; Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demeaning behavior; Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom respondents have close family relationships; Legally recognized privileged and analogous relationships, such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers; Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or his/her parents; or Income (other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving financial assistance under such a program). The superintendent shall require that procedures are established whereby parents may inspect any materials used in conjunction with any such survey, analysis, or evaluation. Further, parents have the right to inspect, upon request, a survey or evaluation created by a third party before the survey/evaluation is administered or distributed by the school to the student. The parent will have access to the survey/evaluation within a reasonable period of time after the request is received by the building principal. Additionally, parents have the right to inspect, upon request, any instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum of the student. The parent will have access to the instructional material within a reasonable period of time after the request is received by the building principal. The term instructional material means instructional content that is provided to a student, regardless of its format, including printed and representational materials, audio-visual materials, and materials in electronic or digital formats (such as materials accessible through the Internet). The term does not include academic tests or assessments. The Board will not allow the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information (or otherwise providing that information to others for that purpose). The Superintendent is directed to provide notice directly to parents of students enrolled in the District of the substantive content of this policy at least annually at the beginning of the school year, and within a reasonable period of time after any substantive change in this policy. In addition, the Superintendent is directed to notify parents of students in the district, at least annually at the beginning of the school year, of the specific or approximate dates during the school year when the administration of any survey by a third party that contains one or more of the items described in A through H above are scheduled or expected to be scheduled. For purposes of this policy, the term “parent” includes a legal guardian or other person standing in loco parentis (such as a grandparent or stepparent with whom the child lives, or a person who is legally responsible for the welfare of the child). A.C. 3301-35-02©, 3301-35-01(D)(5) 20 U.S.C. 1232(g)(h) Revised 10/10/07 9130 - PUBLIC COMPLAINTS Any person or group, having a legitimate interest in the operations of this District shall have the right to present a request, suggestion, or complaint concerning District personnel, the program, or the operations of the District. At the same time, the Board of Education has a duty to protect its staff from unnecessary harassment. It is the intent of this policy to provide the means for judging each public complaint in a fair and impartial manner and to seek a remedy where appropriate. It is the desire of the Board to rectify any misunderstandings between the public and the District by direct discussions of an informal type among the interested parties. It is only when such informal meetings fail to resolve the differences, shall more formal procedures by employed. Any requests, suggestions, or complaints reaching the Board, Board members, and the administration shall be referred to the Superintendent for consideration according to the following procedure. Matters Regarding a Professional Staff Member Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 32 A. B. C. First Level If it is a matter specifically directed toward a professional staff member, the matter must be addressed, initially, to the concerned staff member who shall discuss it promptly with the complainant and make every effort to provide a reasoned explanation or take appropriate action within his/her authority and District administrative guidelines. This level does not apply if the matter involves suspected child abuse, substance abuse, or any other serious allegation which may require investigation or inquiry by school officials prior to approaching the professional staff member. As appropriate, the staff member shall report the matter and whatever action may have been taken to the principal. Second Level If the matter cannot be satisfactorily resolved at the First Level, it shall be discussed by the complainant with the staff member’s supervisor and in compliance with provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, if applicable. Third Level If a satisfactory solution is not achieved by discussion with the principal, a written request for a conference shall be submitted to the Superintendent. This request should include: 1. The specific nature of the complaint and a brief statement of the facts giving rise to it; 2. The respect in which it is alleged that the complainant (or child of the complainant) has been affected adversely; Should the matter be resolved in conference with the Superintendent, the Board shall be advised of the resolution. D. Fourth Level Should the matter still not be resolved, or if it is one beyond the Superintendent’s authority and requires a Board decision or action, the complainant shall request, in writing, a meeting by the Board. The Board, after reviewing all material relating to the case, shall provide the complainant with its written decision. The complainant shall be advised, in writing, of the Board’s decision, no more than five (5) business days following the meeting. The Board’s decision will be final on the matter, and it will not provide a meeting to other complainants on the same issue. If the complainant contacts an individual Board member to discuss the matter, the Board member shall inform the complainant that s/he has no authority to act in his/her individual capacity and that the complainant must follow the procedure described in this policy. Matters Regarding an Administrative Staff Member Since administrators are considered members of the District’s professional staff, the general procedure specified in “Matters Regarding a Professional Staff Member” shall be followed. Matters Regarding the Superintendent or Treasurer Should the matter be a concern regarding the Superintendent or Treasurer which cannot be resolved through discussion with the Superintendent or Treasurer, the complainant may submit a written request to the Board President for a conference with the Board. This request shall include: A. B. C. D. the specific nature of the complaint and a brief statement of the facts giving rise to it; the respect in which it is alleged that the complainant (or child of the complainant) has been affected adversely; the reason that the matter was not able to be resolved with the Superintendent or Treasurer; the action which the complainant wishes taken and the reasons why it is felt that such action should be taken. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 33 The board, after reviewing the request, may grant a meeting before the Board, or a committee of the Board, or refer the matter, if permitted by State law, to an executive session. The complainant shall be advised, in writing, of the Board’s decision within thirty (30) business days. Matters Regarding a Classified Staff Member In the case of a classified staff member, the complaint is to be directed, initially, toward the person’s supervisor, and the matter then brought as required to higher levels in the same manner as prescribed for “Matters Regarding a Professional Staff Member”. Matters Regarding District Services or Operations If the request, suggestion, or complaint relates to a matter of District procedure or operation, it should be addressed, initially, to the person in charge and then brought, in turn, to higher levels of authority in the manner prescribed in “Matters Regarding a Professional Staff Member”. Matters Regarding the Educational Program If the request, suggestion, or complaint relates to a matter of District program, it should be addressed, initially, to the supervisor and then brought, in turn, to higher levels of authority in the manner prescribed in “Matters Regarding a Professional Staff Member”. Matters Regarding Instructional Materials The Superintendent shall prepare administrative guidelines addressing students’ and parents’ rights to be adequately informed each year regarding their ability to inspect instructional materials and the procedure for completing such an inspection. See AG 9130A and Form 9130F3. If the request, suggestion, or complaint relates to instructional materials such as textbooks, library books, reference works, and other instructional aids used in the District, the following procedure shall be followed: A. The criticism is to be addressed to the principal, in writing, and shall include: 1. author; 2. title; 3. publisher; 4. the complainant’s familiarity with the material objected to; 5. sections objected to, by page and item; 6. reasons for objection. B. Upon receipt of the information, the principal shall, after advising the teacher of the complaint and upon the Superintendent’s approval, appoint a review committee which may consist of: 1. 2. C. One (1) or more professional staff members including the principal; One (1) or more Board members. The Superintendent shall be an ex officio member of the committee. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 34 D. The committee, in evaluating the questioned material, shall be guided by the following criteria: 1. the appropriateness of the material for the age and maturity level of the students with whom it is being used 2. the accuracy of the material 3. the objectivity of the material 4. the use being made of the material E. The committee’s recommendation shall be reported to the Superintendent in writing within ten (10) business days following the formation of the committee. The Superintendent will advise the complainant, in writing, of the committee’s recommendation and advise the Board of the action taken or recommended. F. The complainant may appeal this decision, within thirty (30) business days, to the Board through a written request to the Superintendent, who shall forward the request and all written material relating to the matter to the Board. G. The Board shall review the case and advise the complainant, in writing, of its decision within thirty (30) business days. No challenged material may be removed from the curriculum or from a collection of resource materials except by action of the Board, and no challenged material may be removed solely because it presents ideas that may be unpopular or offensive to some. Any Board action to remove material will be accompanied by the Board’s statement of its reasons for the removal. 20 U.S.C. 1232h 5780 - STUDENT/PARENT RIGHTS The Board of Education recognizes that students possess not only the right to an education but many of the rights of citizenship as well. In providing students the opportunity for an education to which they are entitled, the Board shall attempt to offer nurture, counsel, and custodial care appropriate to their age and maturity. At the same time, the Board recognizes that no student may be deprived of the basic right to equal access to the educational program, and his/her constitutional right to due process and free expression and association as appropriate for the school environment. Attendant to the rights afforded to each student, however, are certain responsibilities, which include respect for the rights of others, obedience to properly constituted school authority, and compliance with the guidelines and rules of the District. The Board realizes that as students differ in age and maturity, so they differ in ability to handle both the rights of citizens and the concomitant responsibilities. The exercise of each right shall be granted, therefore, with due regard for the degree of responsibility possessed by the student and the student’s need for the continuing guidance and control of those responsible for his/her education. Since a student who has reached the age of majority possesses the full rights of an adult, s/he may authorize those school matters previously handled by his/her parents, but s/he also assumes the responsibility for his/her performance in school, attendance, and compliance with school rules. Parents also have rights in the school system to know about their student’s educational experience. Specific rights are listed in topic areas of these policies. In addition, parents have the right to inspect any instructional materials used as part of the educational curriculum for their student. Instructional materials means instructional content, regardless of format, that is provided to the student, including printed or representational materials, audio-visual materials, and materials available in electronic or digital formats (such as materials accessible through the Internet). Instructional material does not include academic tests or academic assessments. The Superintendent shall, in consultation with parents, develop a procedure addressing the right of parents as described herein and procedures to assure timely response to parental requests to review instructional material. The procedure shall also Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 35 address reasonable notification to parents and students of their rights to review these materials. See AG 9130A and Form 9130 F3. This policy shall not supercede any rights under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. R.C. 3109.01 20 U.S.C. 1232h 9130 F4 - NOTIFICATION TO PUBLIC REGARDING INSPECTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS The principal’s at each building are responsible for coordinating inspections of instructional materials at their school. His/Her office is located at their respective buildings or s/he can be reached by calling their school. 8330 - STUDENT RECORDS In order to provide appropriate educational services and programming, the Board of Education must collect, retain, and use information about individual students. Simultaneously, the Board recognizes the need to safeguard students’ privacy and restrict access to students’ personally identifiable information. Student “personally identifiable information” includes, but is not limited to: the student’s name; the name of the student’s parent or other family members; the address of the student or student’s family; a personal identifier, such as the student’s social security number, student number, or biometric record; other indirect identifiers, such as the student’s date of birth, place of birth, and mother’s maiden name; other information that, alone or in combination, is linked or linkable to a specific student that would allow a reasonable person in the school community, who does not have personal knowledge of the relevant circumstances, to identify the student with reasonable certainty; or information requested by a person who the District reasonably believes knows the identity of the student to whom the education record relates. The Board is responsible for the records of all students who attend or have attended schools in this District. Only records mandated by the State or Federal government and/or necessary and relevant to the function of the School District or specifically permitted by this Board will be compiled by Board employees. In all cases, permitted, narrative information in student records shall be objectively-based on the personal observation or knowledge of the originator. Student records hall be available only to students and their parents, eligible students, designated school officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the information, or to other individuals or organizations as permitted by law. The term “parents” includes legal guardians or other persons standing in loco parentis (such as a grandparent or stepparent with whom the child lives, or a person who is legally responsible for the welfare of the child). The term “eligible student” refers to a student who is eighteen (18) years of age or older, or a student of any age who is enrolled in a postsecondary institution. Both parents shall have equal access to student records unless stipulated otherwise by court order or law. In the case of eligible students, parents may be allowed access to the records without the student’s consent, provided the student is considered a dependent under section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code. A school official is a person employed by the Board as an administrator, supervisor, teacher/instructor (including substitutes), or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the Board; a person or company with whom the Board has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, or medical consultant); a contractor, consultant, volunteer or other party to whom the Board has outsourced a service otherwise performed by Board employees (e.g. a therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his/her tasks (including volunteers). Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 36 “Legitimate educational interest” is defined as a “direct or delegated responsibility for helping the student achieve one (1) or more of the educational goals of the District” or if the record is necessary in order for the school official to perform an administrative, supervisory, or instructional task or to perform a service or benefit for the student or the student’s family. The Board directs that reasonable and appropriate methods (including but not limited to physical and/or technological access controls) are utilized to control access to student records and to make certain that school officials obtain access to only those education records in which they have legitimate educational interest. The Board authorizes the administration to: A. forward student records, including disciplinary records with respect to suspensions and expulsions, upon request to a private or public school or school district in which a student of this District is enrolled, seeks or intends to enroll, or is instructed to enroll, on a full-time or part-time basis, upon condition that: 1. a reasonable attempt is made to notify the student’s parent or eligible student of the transfer (unless the disclosure is initiated by the parent or eligible student; or the Board’s annual notification - Form 8330 F9 includes a notice that the Board will forward education records to other agencies or institutions that have requested the records and in which the student seeks or intends to enroll or is already enrolled so long as the disclosure is for purposes related to the student’s enrollment or transfer); 2. the parent or eligible student, upon request, receives a copy of the record; and 3. the parent or eligible student, upon request, has an opportunity for a hearing to challenge the content of the record; B. provide “personally-identifiable” information to appropriate parties, including parents of an eligible students, whose knowledge of the information is necessary to protect the health or safety of the student or other individuals, if there is an articulable and significant threat to the health or safety of a student or other individuals, considering the totality of the circumstances; C. report a crime committed by a child with a disability to appropriate authorities and to transmit copies of the student’s special education and disciplinary records to the authorities for their consideration; D. release de-identified records and information in accordance with Federal regulations; E. disclose personally identifiable information from education records, without consent, to organizations conducting studies “for, or on behalf of” the District for purposes of developing, validating or administering predictive tests, administering student aid programs, or improving instruction; Information disclosed under this exception must be protected so that students and parents cannot be personally identified by anyone other than representative of the organization conducting the study, and must be destroyed when no longer needed for the study. In order to release information under this provision, the District will enter into a written agreement with the recipient organization that specifies the purpose of the study. (See Form 8330 F14.) While the disclosure of personally identifiable information without consent is allowed under this exception, it is recommended that whenever possible the administration either release de-identified information or remove the students’ names and social security identification numbers to reduce the risk of unauthorized disclosure of personally identifiable information. F. Request each person or party requesting access to a student’s record to abide by Federal regulations and State laws concerning the disclosure of information. The Board will comply with a legitimate request for access to a student’s records within a reasonable period of time but not more than forty-five (45) days after receiving the request or within such shorter period as may be applicable to students with disabilities. Upon the request of the viewer, a record shall be reproduced, unless said record is copyrighted, or otherwise Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 37 restricted, and the viewer may be charged a fee equivalent to the cost of handling and reproduction. Based upon reasonable requests, viewers of education records will receive explanation and interpretation of the records. The Board shall maintain a record of each request for access and each disclosure of personally identifiable information. Such disclosure records will indicate the student, person viewing the record, their legitimate interest in the information, information disclosed, date of disclosure, and date parental/eligible student consent was obtained (if required). Only “directory information” regarding a student shall be released to any person or party, other than the student or his/her parent, without the written consent of the parent, or, if the student is an eligible student, without the written consent of the student, except to those persons or parties stipulated by the Board’s policy and administrative guidelines and/or those specified in the law. DIRECTORY INFORMATION Each year the Superintendent shall provide public notice to students and their parents of the District’s intent to make available, upon request, certain information known as “directory information.” The Board designates as student “directory information”: a student’s name; address; telephone number; date and place of birth; major field of study; participation in officially-recognized activities and sports; height and weight, if a member of an athletic team; dates of attendance; date of graduation; or awards received. Directory information shall not be provided to any organization for profit-making purposes. Parents and eligible students may refuse to allow the Board to disclose any or all of such “directory information” upon written notification to the Board within ten (10) days after receipt of the Superintendent’s annual public notice. In accordance with Federal and State law, the Board shall release the names, addresses, and telephone listings of secondary students to a recruiting officer for any branch of the United States Armed Forces or an institution of higher education who requests such information. A secondary school student or parent of the student may request in writing that the student’s name, address, and telephone listing not be released without prior consent of the parent(s)/eligible student. The recruiting officer is to sign a form indicating that “any information received by the recruiting officer shall be used solely for the purpose of informing students about military service and shall not be released to any person other than individuals within the recruiting services of the Armed Forces.” The Superintendent is authorized to charge mailing fees for providing this information to a recruiting officer. Whenever consent of the parent(s)/eligible student is required for the inspection and/or release of a student’s health or education records or for the release of “directory information,” either parent may provide such consent unless agreed to otherwise in writing by both parents or specifically stated by court order. If the student is under the guardianship of an institution, the Superintendent shall appoint a person who has no conflicting interest to provide such written consent. The Board may disclose “directory information,” on former students without student or parental consent, unless the parent or eligible student previously submitted a request that such information not be disclosed without their prior written consent. The Board shall not permit the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information (or otherwise providing that information to others for that purpose). INSPECTION OF INFORMATION COLLECTION INSTRUMENT The parent of a student or an eligible student has the right to inspect upon request any instrument used in the collection of personal information before the instrument is administered or distributed to a student. Personal information for this section is defined as individually identifiable information including a student or parent’s first and last name, a home or other physical address (including street name and the name of the city or town), a telephone number, or a Social Security identification number. In order to review the instrument, the parent or eligible student must submit a written request to the building at least Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 38 five (5) business days before the scheduled date of the activity. The instrument will be provided to the parent or eligible student within three (3) business days of the principal receiving the request. The Superintendent shall directly notify the parent(s) of a student and eligible students, at least annually at the beginning of the school year, of the specific or approximate dates during the school year when such activities are scheduled or expected to be scheduled. This section does not apply to the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for the exclusive purpose of developing, evaluating, or providing educational products or services for, or to, students or educational institutions, such as the following: A. college or other postsecondary education recruitment, or military recruitment B. book clubs, magazine, and programs providing access to low-cost literary products C. curriculum and instructional materials used by elementary and secondary schools D. tests and assessments used by elementary and secondary schools to provide cognitive, evaluative, diagnostic, clinical, aptitude, or achievement information about students (or to generate other statistically useful data for the purpose of securing such tests and assessments) and the subsequent analysis and public release of the aggregate data from such tests and assessments E. the sale by students of products or services to raise funds for school-related or education-related activities F. student recognition programs The Superintendent is directed to prepare administrative guidelines so that students and parents are adequately informed each year regarding their rights to: A. B. C. D. E. F. inspect and review the student’s education records; request amendments if the parent believes the record is inaccurate, misleading, or violates the student’s privacy rights; consent to disclosures of personally-identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to those disclosures allowed by the law; challenge Board noncompliance with a parent’s request to amend the records through a hearing; file a complaint with the United States Department of Education; obtain a copy of the Board’s policy and administrative guidelines on student records. The Superintendent shall also develop procedural guidelines for: A. the proper storage and retention of records including a list of the type and location of records; B. informing Board employees of the Federal and State laws concerning student records. The Board authorizes the use of the microfilm process or electromagnetic processes of reproduction for the recording, filing, maintaining, and preserving of records. No liability shall attach to any member, officer, or employee of this Board as a consequence of permitting access or furnishing student records in accordance with this policy and regulations. R.C. 9.01, 149.41, 149.43, 1347 et seq., 3113.33, 3319.321 34 C.F.R. Part 99 20 U.S.C., Section 1232f through 1232i (FERPA) 26 U.S.C. 152 20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq., Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act Revised 8/25/09 8330 F9 - ANNUAL NOTIFICATION TO PARENTS REGARDING STUDENT RECORDS AND SPECIFIC EVENTS/ACTIVITIES STUDENT RECORDS Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 39 The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”) affords parents and students over eighteen (18) years of age (“adult students” or “eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. On August 25, 2009, the Board of Education adopted a policy regarding the disclosure of education records and the rights of parents and students to access education records. Copies of this policy and related guidelines are located in all school buildings and individual copies are available from the District’s Records Officer (“DRO”). The DRO is responsible for the supervision of student records in the school and his/her office is located at the Superintendent’s office or s/he can be reached by calling 740-439-5021. Each student’s records will be kept in a confidential file located at the student’s school office. The information in a student’s record file will be available for review only by the parents or legal guardian of a student, an adult student and those authorized by State and Federal law and Board policy/guidelines. State and Federal law permits access by school officials who have a legitimate educational purpose. School officials for purpose of the Board’s policy include a person employed by the Board as an administrator, supervisor, teacher/instructor (including substitutes), or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the Board; a person or company with whom the Board has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, or medical consultant); a contractor, consultant, volunteer or other party to whom the Board had outsourced a service otherwise performed by Board employees (e.g. a therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his/her tasks (including volunteers). An individual will have a “legitimate educational purpose” if the record is necessary in order for the school official/employee to perform an administrative, supervisory, or instructional task, or to perform a service or benefit for the student or the student’s family. A parent or adult student has the right to: A. inspect and review the student’s education records within forty-five (45) days after the School receives a request for access or within such shorter period as may be applicable to students with disabilities. The School has a form that can be used to submit such a request. The Custodian of Records (“COR”) (building principal) will notify the parent or adult student of the time and place where the records can be inspected. Parents and adult students are not permitted to inspect and review the education records of other students. If there is a valid reason why a parent or adult student cannot personally inspect and review a student’s education records, or if the parent or adult student specifically requests copies of education records, the COR may arrange for copies of the requested records to be delivered to the parent or adult student directly. The Board may charge a reasonable fee for the copying of records, which may be waived under circumstances of unusual hardship. B. request the amendment of the student’s education records if the parent or adult student believes the record is inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights. Parents or adult students who believe that a change is necessary should ask the COR to correct the record. Such a request should be made in writing and should identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the record is not changed to the parent’s or adult student’s satisfaction or if the COR informs the parent or adult student that the record does not appear to be misleading, inaccurate, or in violation of any privacy right, the parent or adult student will be informed of his/her right to request a hearing. The parent or adult student may submit a written request for a hearing. The hearing will be conducted by a hearing officer who will submit his/her findings to the Superintendent. The Superintendent will make the final decision concerning whether to change the record. A parent or student who remains dissatisfied with the final decision of the Superintendent may request that an explanatory statement be placed in the student’s file explaining the basis for the disagreement. The school as a form that may be used to identify which information in the record the parent or adult student believes is inaccurate, misleading, or a violation of the student’s privacy rights, and to specify why it is inappropriate. C. consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except the extent that Federal and/or State law authorizes disclosure without consent (e.g. disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests). The school’s AG 8330 describes those exceptions and is available upon request. Upon request, the School discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. (NOTE: FERPA requires a school district to make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent or student of the records request unless it states in its annual notification that it intends to forward records on request.) Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 40 D. E. challenge the Board’s noncompliance with a parent’s request to amend the records through a hearing. If the Custodian of Records decides not to amend the record, the parent or adult student will be so notified and provided the opportunity for a hearing. Additional information concerning the hearing will be provided when the individual is notified of the opportunity for a hearing. (See Paragraph B above.) obtain a copy of the District’s policy and administrative guideline on student records (Policy 8330 and AG 8330). Both FERPA and Ohio’s Student Privacy Law (R.C. 3319.321) require that the Board, with certain exceptions, obtain a parent or adult student’s written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information about a student. However, the Board may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without written consent, unless the parent or adult student advises the Board to the contrary in accordance with District procedures. The primary purpose of directory information is to allow the Board to include this type of information in certain school publications. Examples include: a playbill, showing a student’s role in a drama/musical production; the annual yearbook; honor roll or other recognition lists; graduation programs and sports activity sheets (e.g. showing weight and height of team members). Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s or adult student’s prior written consent. In addition, two (2) Federal laws require the District to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three (3) directory information categories, names, addresses, and telephone listings - unless parents or adult students have advised the District that they do not want their student’s information disclosed without their prior written consent. The District has designated the following information about each student as “directory information”: (REFER TO POLICY 8330 FOR THE INFORMATION THE DISTRICT HAS DEFINED AS DIRECTORY INFORMATION.) Each year the District will provide public notice to students and their parents of its intent to make available, upon request, certain information known as “directory information”. The Board designates as student “directory information” ( ) a student’s name; ( ) address; ( ) telephone number; ( ) date and place of birth; ( ) major field of study; ( ) participation in officially-recognized activities and sports; ( ) height and weight, if a member of an athletic team; ( ) dates of attendance; ( ) date of graduation; ( ) awards received; ( ) honor rolls; ( ) scholarships; ( ) telephone numbers only for inclusion in school or PTO directories. The Board will make the above information available upon a legitimate request unless a parent, guardian, or adult student notifies the School in writing within seven (7) days (refer to Policy 8330) from the date of this notification that s/he will not permit distribution of any or all such information. Directory information will not be provided to any organization for any profit-making purpose. SPECIFIC EVENTS/ACTIVITIES The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (“PPRA”) requires the Board to notify parents and eligible students and obtain consent to allow parents or eligible students to opt the student out of participating in certain school activities. These activities include a student survey, analysis, or evaluation that concerns one (1) or more of the following eight (8) area (“protected information surveys”): (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; mental or psychological problems of the student or the student’s family; sex behavior or attitudes; illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior; critical appraisals of other with whom respondents have close family relationship; legally recognized privileged relationships, such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers; religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; and/or; income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility. Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 41 This requirement also applies to the collection, disclosure or use of student information for marketing purposes (“marketing surveys”), and certain physical exams and screenings. Following is a schedule of activities requiring parental notice and consent or opt-out for the upcoming school year. This list is not exhaustive and, for surveys and activities scheduled after the school year starts, the Board will provide parents, within a reasonable period prior to the administration of the surveys and activities, notification of the surveys and activities and be provided an opportunity to opt their child out, as well as an opportunity to review the surveys. (Please note that this notice and consent/opt-out transfers from parents to adult students or an emancipated minor under State law.) Surveys, including third party surveys, that include one or more of the above delineated items are scheduled or are expected to be scheduled on Option A or Option B located on the web site in Section 8330 F9 of the Board Policies. Parents have the right to inspect upon request a survey created by a third party before the survey is administered or distributed by the school to its students. See Board Policy 2416 concerning the procedures for making such a request. Parents have the right to inspect upon request any instrument used in the collection of personal information from students for the purpose of marketing or selling that information (or otherwise providing that information to others for that purpose) before the instrument is administered or distributed to the students. See Board Policy 2416 concerning the procedures for making such a request. Non-emergency, invasive physical examination(s) or screening(s) are scheduled or expected to be scheduled, parents will be notified (refer to Policy 5310). These examinations/screenings are: (1) required as a condition of attendance; (2) administered by the school and scheduled by the school in advance; and (3) not necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of the student, or other students. The term “invasive physical examination” means any medical examination that involves the exposure of private body parts, or any act during such examination that includes incision, insertion, or injection into the body, but does not include a hearing, vision, or scoliosis screening. Parents may opt their child out of participation in any activity described above. Parents have the right to inspect upon request any instructional material used as a part of the educational curriculum for their student. See Board Policy 2416 for the procedures for making such a request. Any parent or student who believes that the School District has failed to comply with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”) or the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (“PPRA”), may file a complaint directly with the Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20202-8520. This Notice will be transmitted to disabled parents and students or to non-English speaking parents and students in a format designed to accommodate their disability or in their native language. Call the Office of the Superintendent at 740-439-5021 for assistance and information. 2111 - PARENT AND FAMILY INVOLVEMENT The Board of Education recognizes and values parents and families as children’s first teachers and decision-makers in education. The Board believes that student learning is more likely to occur when there is an effective partnership between the school and the student’s parents and family. Such a partnership between the home and school and greater involvement of parents in the education of their children generally result in higher academic achievement, improved student behavior, and reduced absenteeism. In accordance with statute and the State Board of Education Parent and Family Involvement Policy, use of the term “families” is used in order to include children’s primary caregivers, who are not their biological parents, such as foster caregivers, grandparents, and other family members. In cultivating partnerships with families and communities, the Board is committed to the following: Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 42 A. Relationships with Families 1. cultivating school environments that are welcoming, supportive, and student-centered;4 2. providing professional development for school staff that helps build partnerships between families and schools;2, 3, 4 3. B. C. D. E. F. providing family activities that relate to various cultures, languages, practices, and customs, and bridge economic and cultural barriers;2, 3 4. providing coordination, technical support and other support to assist schools in planning and implementing family involvement activities.3 Effective Communication 1. providing information to families to support the proper health, safety, and well-being of their children; 2. providing information to families about school policies, procedures, programs, and activities;2, 3, 4 3. promoting regular and open communication between school personnel and students’ family members;1, 4 4. communicating with families in a format and language that is understandable, to the extent practicable;2, 3 5. providing information and involving families in monitoring student progress;3 6. providing families with timely and meaningful information regarding Ohio’s academic standards, State and local assessments, and pertinent legal provisions;2, 3, 4 7. preparing families to be involved in meaningful discussions and meetings with school staff.2, 3, 4 Volunteer Opportunities 1. providing volunteer opportunities for families to support their children’s school activities;1, 3 2. supporting other needs, such as transportation and child care, to enable families to participate in schoolsponsored family involvement events.3, 4 Learning at Home 1. offering training and resources to help families learn strategies and skills to support at-home learning and success in school;1, 2, 3, 4 2. working with families to establish learning goals and help their children accomplish these goals;1 3. helping families to provide a school and home environment that encourages learning and extends learning at home.1, 2, 4 Involving Families in Decision Making and Advocacy 1. involving families as partners in the process of school review and continuous improvement planning;3, 4 2. involving families in the development of its District-wide parent involvement policy and plan, and distributing the policy and plan to families.2, 3, 4 Collaborating with the Community 1. building constructive partnerships and connecting families with community-based programs and other community resources;2, 3, 4 2. coordinating and integrating family involvement programs and activities with District initiatives and communitybased programs that encourage and support families’ participation in their children’s education, growth, and development.2, 3, 4 Implementation The Superintendent will provide for a comprehensive plan to engage parents, families, and community members in a partnership in support of each student’s academic achievement, the District’s continuous improvement, and individual school improvement plans. The plan will provide for annual evaluation, with the involvement of parents and families, of the plan’s effectiveness and identification of barriers to participation by parents and families. Evaluation findings will be used in the annual review of the Parent and Family Involvement policy and to improve the effectiveness of the District plan. 1 Indicates R.C. 3312.472 State Requirements Indicates IDEA 2004 Section 650 & 644 parent involvement requirements 3 Indicates Title I Section 1118 parent involvement requirements 4 Indicates State Board Parent and Family Involvement Policy recommendations 2 Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 43 R.C. 3313.472 Revised 1/12/10 Additional Board of Education Policies and Guidelines are available on the web site at www.cambridgecityschools.org, or in the Principal’s office and at the Board of Education Office located at 6111 Fairdale Rd. Cambridge, OH 43725. CHS Community Service Involvement (CSI) Requirement General Definitions & Guidelines Community service activities are those which students perform to benefit at least one other unrelated person and for which they receive no compensation or academic credit. In most cases students will be working under the auspices of an organization-town government, school, non-profit organization, hospital, nursing home, or newspaper. Service to benefit for-profit businesses is NOT applied to the requirement. Community service may be performed at any time during students' high school careers, from the summer before freshman year until the last day of classes their senior year. This includes free blocks at school as well as all non-school times and vacations within the freshman-to-senior time frame. Students are strongly encouraged to complete at least 20 hours of service by the end of the sophomore year, and senior privileges (second semester senior year) are dependent, in part, on completion of the community service requirement. Activity format is flexible. Students may elect to engage in a single activity or many, over an extended or concentrated period of time. The 40-hour requirement will be prorated for students entering Cambridge High School after the freshman year; 10 hours of service will be required for each year at CHS. Specific Guidelines Service for academic credit. Community service for which students receive academic credit is NOT applied toward the 40-hour requirement. This includes activities performed through independent studies and the community service course. Service through the judicial system. Community service which is court-assigned is NOT applied toward the 40-hour requirement. Organization-based service. In general, service performed for profit-making organizations is NOT applicable, with the exception of hospitals, nursing homes, and newspapers. Service performed for individuals should be performed under the umbrella of an organization (e.g., tutoring a student through a school, helping the elderly through the Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 44 Council on Aging). Activities to help a friend or neighbor typically do NOT count toward the requirement. Service through religious organizations. In order to be applicable, an activity may not be associated with the rituals, services, or ceremonies of any specific religion, proselytizing, or fund raising to support a specific religion or religious institution. Thus, participation in religious services (e.g., choir membership, altar service, reading from the Torah), while worthy endeavors, is NOT counted. However, educational activities and non-religious activities which benefit the religious community (in non-financial ways) or the community at large ARE applicable. Examples of applicable religious-sponsored service activities include (but are not necessarily limited to): Teaching Sunday school or CCD Baby-sitting during religious services Painting church or synagogue buildings and classrooms Clothing drives Work in shelters Participation in church mission trips to Habitat for Humanity or Community Volunteers Selling Christmas trees/wreaths or helping with church or synagogue rummage sales is applicable only if the proceeds are used for charitable purposes and are not for the benefit of the sponsoring religious institution. Participation (as members or officers) in religious youth groups is NOT generally applicable unless the groups are organizing and/or performing specific community service activities. Traditional school-sponsored activities. Activities performed which are traditional afterschool activities are NOT applicable. Thus, participation (as officers or as members) in student government, marching band, National Honor Society, and clubs and teams are NOT applicable unless the groups are organizing and/or performing specific community service activities. Managing athletic teams falls under this traditional after-school activity category and is NOT applicable. Examples of applicable traditional school-sponsored activities include (but are not necessarily limited to): National Honor Society service activities (e.g canned food drive) Student Council charity drives Cambridge Community Service Club activities Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 45 Summer Camps. If other community service guidelines are met (related to compensation, type of organization, religious practices) CSI hours spent in the actual organization and performance of specific community service activities ARE applicable. NOTE: Traditional counselor-in-training positions in for-profit camps are NOT applicable. Charity Walks. Each charity walk is assigned a specific number of service hours for completing the walk, provided the student solicits pledges. Walking in solidarity without raising money for the cause will not earn hours. In addition, extra hours may be earned by fundraising; for every 10 pledges or $100 (whichever works more to the student's benefit) raised, a student earns an extra half-hour of service. Copies of the pledge sheets will serve as verification. Activities Not Eligible for Service Credit Service for which academic credit is earned Court-ordered service Service for individuals (e.g. friends, neighbors) without an umbrella organization Service at for-profit businesses (e.g., law firms, landscape companies) Participation in religious rites, services or ceremonies (e.g. , altar service, choir, Torah reading) Proselytizing Fundraising to support religious institutions (e.g., most rummage sales) Traditional after-school activities, unless service activities are performed CSI positions at for-profit camps and/or where CSI's pay reduced fees to attend Notes Documenting your hours. In order to receive community service credit, verification forms (signed by supervisor and parent) MUST be turned in to the Community Service Coordinator, preferably within 2 weeks of completion of the service. Any summer hours must be turned in the 1st week of school. (This applies to EVERY service activity, even if organized by the Coordinator!) SIMPLY PERFORMING SERVICE DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY PROVIDE CREDIT!! Forms are available in the main office, from the CSI Coordinator, as well as online. Exceptions to guidelines. Any exceptions to the definitions and guidelines can only be made with the knowledge and approval of the Community Service Coordinator. Examples of activities Cultural & Historical Museum Guide/Aide Historical Park Guide Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 46 State House Guide Charitable Theatrical & Musical Performances Dickens Victorian Village Education Tutor Library or Office Assistant Environment Recycling Projects Conservation Projects Habitat Preservation Maintenance & Cleanup Projects Park Service Work Social & Civic Action Elections Charitable Fund Raising or Collection Drives Soup Kitchen or Shelter Volunteer Political Action Groups Charitable Walk-a-thons or Road Races Food/Clothing Drives Recreation Team Coach or Referee Activity Instructor Health & Social Hospital Aide Handicapped Aide Nursing Home Assistant Senior Citizen Activities Cambridge City Schools Middle & Elementary School Tutoring Audio-Visual Aide Peer Tutoring Library Aide Cambridge Health Department Fire Department Library Guernsey County Historical Society Salvation Army Food Pantry Southeast Ohio Regional Medical Center Police Department Recreation/Parks Department Council on Aging Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 47 Humane Society Dog Pound (Pound Partners) Grace Pantry 2014-2015 Bell Schedules REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE Planning st 1 Period nd 2 Period rd 3 Period th 4 Period th 5 Period 5A (lunch) 5BC (Class) 5A (Class) 5B (Lunch) 5C (Class) 5AB (Class) 5C (Lunch) th 6 Period th 7 Period 7:25 - 7:40 7:45-8:31 8:35-9:20 9:24-10:09 10:27-11:12 11:16 – 12:56 11:16-11:46 11:51-12:56 11:16-1:1:46 11:51-12:21 12:61-12:56 11:16-12:21 12:26-12:56 1:01-1:46 1::52-2:35 BASE SCHEDULE Planning st 1 Period nd 2 Period rd 3 Period BASE th 4 Period th 5 Period 5A (lunch) 5BC (Class) 5A (Class) 5B (Lunch) 5C (Class) 5AB (Class) 5C (Lunch) th 6 Period th 7 Period (49 minutes) (47 minutes) (47 minutes) (47 minutes) (30 minutes) (65 minutes) (30 minutes) (30 minutes) (30 minutes) (65 minutes) (30 minutes) (47 minutes) (48 minutes) 7:25 - 7:40 7:45 – 8:30 8:34 – 9:16 9:20 – 10:02 10:06 – 10:31 10:35 – 11:17 11:21 – 1:01 11:21-11:51 11:56-1:01 11:21-11:51 11:56-12:26 12:31-1:01 11:21-12:26 12:30-1:01 1:06 – 1:48 1:52 – 2:35 (45 minutes) (42 minutes) (42 minutes) (25 minutes) (42 minutes) (30 minutes) (65 minutes) (30 minutes) (30 minutes) (30 minutes) (65 minutes) (30 minutes) (42 minutes) (43 minutes) 2 HOUR EARLY DISMISSAL SCHEDULE Planning 1st Period 2nd Period 3rd Period 4th Period th 5 Period 5A (lunch) 5BC (Class) 5A (Class) 5B (Lunch) 5C (Class) 5AB (Class) 5C (Lunch) 6th Period 7th Period 7:25 – 7:40 7:45 – 8:13 8:17 – 8:45 8:48 – 9:16 9:20 – 9:48 9:51 – 12:31 9:51-10:21 10:26-11:31 9:51-10:21 10:26-10:56 11:01-11:31 9:51-10:56 11:01-11:31 11:36 – 12:04 12:08 – 12:35 2 HOUR DELAY SCHEDULE (28 minutes) (28 minutes) (28 minutes) (28 minutes) Planning 1st Period 2nd Period 3rd Period 4th Period th (30 minutes) 5 Period (65 minutes) 5A (lunch) ASSEMBLY (30 minutes) SCHEDULE (1 HOUR – PM) 5BC (Class) Planning 7:25 – 7:40 (30 minutes) 5A (Class) 1st 7:45 – 8:20 (35 minutes) (30 Period minutes) 5B (Lunch) 2nd Period 8:24 – 8:59 (35 minutes) (65 minutes) 5C (Class) 3rd Period 9:03 – 9:38 (35 minutes) (30 minutes) 5AB (Class) 4th 9:42 – 10:17 (35 minutes) (28 Period minutes) 5C (Lunch) 5th 10:21 – 12:01 (35 minutes) (27 Period minutes) 6th Period 5A (lunch) 10:21-10:51 (30 minutes) 7th Period 5BC (Class) 10:56-12:01 (65 minutes) 5A (Class) 10:21-10:51 (30 minutes) 5B (Lunch) 10:56-11:26 (30 minutes) 5C (Class) 11:31-12:01 (30 minutes) 5AB (Class) 10:21-11:26 (65 minutes) 5C (Lunch) 11:31-12:01 (30 minutes) 6th Period 12:06 – 12:41 (35 minutes) 7th Period 12:45 – 1:20 (35 minutes) BASE 1:25 – 1:35 (10 minutes) ASSEMBLY 1:35 – 2:35 (60 minutes) 9:25 – 9:40 9:45 – 10:13 10:17 – 10:45 10:48 – 11:16 11:20 – 11:48 11:51 – 1:31 11:51-12:21 12:26-1:31 11:51-12:21 12:26-12:56 1:01-1:31 11:51-12:56 1:01-1:31 1:36 – 2:04 2:08 – 2:35 (28 minutes) (28 minutes) (28 minutes) (28 minutes) (30 minutes) (65 minutes) (30 minutes) (30 minutes) (30 minutes) (65 minutes) (30 minutes) (28 minutes) (27 minutes) Preparing our students for college and the workplace. 48