TABLE OF CONTENTS
Mission Statement
Administration
Counselors
Resource Officer
District Nurses
Telephone Directory
Non Discrimination Policy
Greenup County Youth Service Center
Bell Schedule
Lunch Routine
Lunch Schedule
Curriculum
Grading Scale
Schedule Changes
School Bus Regulations
Tobacco Use and Possession
Things You Need To Know
Cell Phone Policy
Check Out Policy
Dress Code
Life Long Learning (LLL)
Medications
Student Fees
Drop-Offs & Pick-Ups
Student Drivers
Privilege and Attendance Policy
Attendance Policy
Dismissal From School
Release Process
Computer Policy
Library
Promotion, Retention and Placement
Grade Recovery Program
Extended School Services (ESS)
Alternate Learning Center (PASS PROGRAM Positive Approach to Student Success)
Portfolio Component/Overview
Writing Portfolio Component
Advanced Placement Policy
Graduation Requirements
Commonwealth Diploma
Class Status
Academic Honors (Class of 2017)
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Valedictorian/Salutatorian (Class of 2017)
Early Graduation Policy
Academic Honors (Classes 2014, 2015, 2016)
Valedictorian/Salutatorian (Classes 2014, 2015,
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Extra-Curricular Programs Policy
Eligibility Requirements for Extra-Curricular
Activities
Clubs-Be A Joiner
Guidelines for School Dances
Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline
Common Area Procedures
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Vending Machines
Commercially Prepared Foods
Competitive Foods
Search and Seizure (Board Policy 09.436)
Physical Restraint/Corporal Punishment
See Board Policy 09.433
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Student Records (Board Policy 09.14)
Reports to Law Enforcement Officials
Weapons (Board Policy 05.48)
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Suspension, Expulsion, and Due Process
(Board Policies 09.434; 09.435; 09.431)
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Grievances (Board Policy 09.4281)
Harassment/Discrimination (Board Policy
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Damages to School Property (Board Policy
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Use of Alcohol, Drugs and Other Controlled
Substances (Board Policy 9.423)
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Complete Access to board policies is available
on website at www.greenup.kyschools.us
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Medical Excuse Form
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Greenup County High School
Handbook 2013-14
196 Musketeer Drive
Greenup, KY 41144
606-473-9812
http://www.wearegchs.com
Facebook.com/wearegchs
Twitter @GreenupCoHS
Mr. Smith’s YouTube Channel
MISSION STATEMENT
We, the teachers, staff, community and students
of Greenup County High School resolve that
all students reach the standards of college and/or career readiness.
VISION STATEMENT
“College & Career Readiness for All”
Belief Statements:
-We at GCHS believe that all
students can learn at high levels.
-We believe that the most critical factor
in student learning is the teacher in the classroom.
-We believe that a student’s intent to learn can
be motivated through the persistence
and kindness of school professionals.
-We believe our work helps to create productive citizens
for the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the United States of America.
KEY CONTACTS
Jason Smith…Principal
Eric Keeton…Assistant Principal
Craig Wilburn…Assistant Principal
Sarah Johnson…Principal, GCATC
Brad Quillen…Alternative Learning Center
Sherry Hopper…...GAP Coordinator
COUNSELORS
Tammy McCown (Freshman/Sophomore)
Barbara LeMaster (Junior/Senior)
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SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER
Greg Virgin
DISTRICT NURSES
Lisa Bradley
Jennifer Trippett
TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
606-473-9812
606-473-7854
606-473-9344
606-473-7802
606-473-9819
Office
GCHS Fax
GCATC
ROTC
Greenup County Board of Education
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Greenup County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, age, religion, marital status, sex, genetic information or disability in employment
programs, career and technical education (vocational) programs, or activities set forth in
compliance with the Office of Civil Rights, Title VI, VII, IX, ADA, AND Section 504
As required by federal law, the Greenup County School District does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetic information, disability, or age in its programs
and activities and provides equal access to its facilities to the Boy Scouts and other designated
youth groups.
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination under Title
IX and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973:
Scarlet Shoemaker, Title IX Equity Coordinator, Greenup County Schools, 45 Musketeer
Drive, Greenup, KY 41144, 606.473.9819.
Kim Taylor, 504 Coordinator, Greenup County Schools, 45 Musketeer Drive, Greenup,
KY 41144, 606.473.9819.
GREENUP COUNTY YOUTH SERVICE CENTER
The GCHS Youth Service Center's primary purpose is to remove social, emotional or
economic barriers that may prevent a student from doing his/her best academically. If you
need assistance please contact the YSC (access is under small canopy gym end of building)
Coordinator- Pete Phillips
Case Manager – Rita Bryant
Phone 473-5488
Fax 473-1617
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VISITORS
Students are not permitted to have visitors on campus without prior consent (in writing) of from
building administrators.
BELL SCHEDULE
Breakfast Served
Homeroom/Breakfast
Passing
1st Period
Passing
2nd Period
Passing
3rd Period
Passing
4th Period (Lunch)
Passing
5th Period
Passing
6th Period
Passing
7th Period
7:30 – 7:45
7:45 - 8:00
8:00 - 8:05
8:05 – 8:55
8:55 - 8:59
8:59 – 9:49
9:49 – 9:53
9:53 – 10:43
10:43 – 10:47
10:47 – 12:21
12:21-12:25
12:25 – 1:15
1:15 – 1:20
1:20 -2:10
2:10 – 2:15
2:15 - 3:05
THE LUNCH ROUTINE
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Each lunch period is 30 minutes in length. After eating students are restricted to the
cafeteria/stage area.
Students are not permitted in classroom or gymnasium areas of the building during their lunch
periods without permission and a pass from the teacher.
No one is permitted to go to his/her locker during lunch.
Greenup County High School maintains a closed lunch period. No food or drinks are to be
“ordered from outside vendors” per Kentucky Revised Statute 158.854. Food may not be
delivered for consumption on school property during the school day.
LUNCH SCHEDULE
Lunch A: 10:43 – 11:13
*Clean-Up 11:13 – 11:17
Lunch B: 11:17 – 11:47
*Clean-Up 11:47-11:51
Lunch C: 11:51 – 12:21
*THERE IS A FOUR-MINUTE BREAK BETWEEN LUNCHES. STUDENTS ARE NOT
PERMITTED TO COME TO CAFETERIA AHEAD OF SCHEDULE.
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CURRICULUM
Students can access the GCHS curriculum and their Individual Learning Plans by
accessing http://www.careercruising.com/ILP/ and typing in their ILP username and password
if you do not have your user name and password contact the office.
GRADING SCALE*
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100 – 90
B
89 – 80
C
79 – 70
D
69 – 60
F
59 – 00
Students may access grades through the Infinite Campus Student/Parent Portal
(http:www.wearegchs.com) each student has an individual secure log-on. If you have not
received yours please contact the school.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
No schedule changes will be made after the first seven (7) days of school without permission
of the principal.
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SCHOOL BUS REGULATIONS
Students are under the jurisdiction of the school from the time they board the bus in the
morning until they t step off the bus in the afternoon.
The school bus driver is in charge of all activities relating to his/her bus.
Any misconduct by a student pertaining to the school bus program may result in a
temporary or permanent suspension from riding the bus.
Students are not permitted to get off a school bus at any point between home and
school without permission of their school principal or his designee.
o The custodial parent/guardian must request, in writing, permission for their child
to ride a different bus or get off at a different bus stop.
Riding a school bus is a privilege.
TOBACCO USE AND POSSESSION
The Greenup County School District is completely tobacco free. Students are not
permitted to possess or use tobacco, including vapor products. The use or possession
of tobacco products by juveniles is against the law. Therefore, juvenile consequences
differ from that of students that are 18 years of age or older. The use or possession of
tobacco products will result in the following consequences:
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Tobacco Possession/Use for Juveniles
1st offense= Friday School
2nd offense = 2 Friday Schools
3rd or above = 1 suspension day
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Tobacco Possession/Use for 18 & Older
1st offense=Friday School
2nd offense=2 Friday Schools
3rd offense= 1 suspension day
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW!
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Elevator keys will be assigned only to students who have a doctor’s excuse requesting
them not to use stairs or at the discretion of the principal. Students will be required to
sign for keys and will be given a receipt when they are returned.
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No cups, containers, cans or open bottles are to be brought into the school. All Alcoholic
products are forbidden on school property. This includes non-alcoholic beer products
as well.
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The possession or use of tobacco products is prohibited at all times on the GCHS
campus.
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No Public Display of Affection (PDA) is permitted. (Handholding is permitted)
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No student(s) shall be permitted to exit the building unless they have officially
checked out and are leaving the school premises with the permission of a school
administrator or their designee. Due to concerns of student safety, GCHS takes
this issue very seriously. Any violation of this policy will result in suspension.
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No student who has officially checked out is permitted to remain on school
grounds, once they exit the building they are expected to leave school property if
they return to school property they must immediately check back into school.
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All students shall park in student parking and enter and egress the building through the
main entrance during the school day. Failure to comply will result In removal of parking
privileges
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Persons of the age of eighteen (18) years are of the age of majority (Kentucky Revised
Statute 403.213) for all purposes in this Commonwealth except for the purchase of
alcoholic beverages and for purposes of care and treatment of children with disabilities,
for which twenty-one (21) years is the age of majority, all other statutes to the contrary
notwithstanding.
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Students who attend school on an approved basis for half day must sign in / sign
out. A specified sign-in/sign out sheet for half-day students in the main office.
Half day students are required to sign each day.
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Greenup County High School - Cell Phone Policy
Student possession of cell phones in the Greenup County High School is allowable subject to
the following rules and regulations.
Though allowed, cell phones are a distraction and may become a tempting prohibition to
students, which can result in disciplinary action and may include suspension and loss of
academic learning time and the opportunity to make-up missed work.
With this in mind, the administration and the Board of Education request that if parents choose
to allow their students to possess cell phones at school, please establish an understanding
with them that, during school hours, all cell phones must remain turned off and in lockers, book
bags or in vehicles. While in the school building, students are not allowed to have cell
phones/electronic devices in their possession.
Additionally, the school prohibits the use of all communication devices that, in its opinion, have
limited or no educational value or their use creates learner distraction and disruption. The
school reserves the right to define the educational value of any new electronic wireless
communication devices that may become available to the public in the future and to prohibit
their use if they have little or no educational value or if such use creates learner distraction or
disruption.
Possession of a cell phone by a student is a privilege, which may be forfeited by any student
not abiding by the terms of this policy. This policy statement serves as a first warning, detailing
the prohibitions and discipline, associated with Greenup County High School’s cell phone use
policy.
Students shall be personally and solely responsible for the security of their cell phones. The
Greenup County High School shall not assume responsibility for theft, loss, or damage of a cell
phone/electronic device, or unauthorized calls made on a cell phone.
USE OF CELL PHONES ON SCHOOL GROUNDS
A student may possess a cell phone on school property, at after school activities, and at
school-related functions, if during school hours the cell phone remains off, concealed and
secured in lockers, vehicles, or book bags during the academic day.
Camera phones are viewed as cameras, and are allowable only by the camera policy that is
presently in place. The administration believes that picture phones can pose the same threats
as cameras to freedoms of privacy, can exploit personal information through use, and can
possibly create problems/issues in custody situations.
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DISCIPLINARY ACTION
❒ Refusal to surrender your phone to a teacher or administrator when asked is defiance. Defiance can
result in suspension and your parent will be contacted.
❒ First Offense ~ the device will be surrendered to the teacher and held in the main office until Friday of that
week and Friday School (After school detention) will be issued. Phone may only be picked up by a parent or
the 18 year old student.
❒ Second Offense ~ the device will be surrendered to the teacher and the device will remain in the main
office until Friday of that week, plus two Friday Schools. Phone may only be picked up by a parent or the 18
year old student.
❒ Third Offense ~ the device will remain in the main office until Friday of that week plus out of school
suspension. Phone may only be picked up by a parent or the 18 year old student.
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CHECK-OUT/TARDY POLICY
Students the age of 18 or older according to the age of majority may check out and/or
be tardy without parental consent, but must adhere to the school attendance policy.
Students under the age of 18 (minor) must have an individual from their approved
contact list on Infinite Campus must be physically present to check them out.
Check-out/Tardies will be monitored on weekly basis. Any student that exceeds 2 or
more unexcused check-out/tardies will lose their driving privileges for a period of 5
school days. The second offense will result in a ten (10) school day driving suspension.
The third offense will result in a suspension of driving/parking privileges for the rest of
the semester.
** Any vehicle parked in the student parking lot without an appropriate parking tag will
be towed.
DRESS CODE
Adopting the premise that the students at GCHS are mature individuals capable of using good
judgment. We expect them to dress modestly, tastefully, and appropriately for school.
The following rules will apply to the dress code at GCHS: Shorts, dresses and skirts must
not be more than three inches above the knee.
STUDENTS WILL NOT WEAR:
 Halter tops
 Midriff tops
 No low cut shirts
 Shorts or dresses no shorter than 3”
above the knee
 Anything sleeveless (male or
female)
 Mesh shirts
 Jeans, shorts, or pants with holes above the knee
 Swim or sleep wear
 Patches, signs worn on clothing, or emblems which are insulting or derogatory to race,
religion, or our American way of life are prohibited.
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There shall be no obscenely suggestive, disrespectful, profane, or illegal (i.e. alcohol,
tobacco, or drug-related) decals, emblems or slogans on any garment, notebook, book
bag, etc.
Hats, caps, toboggans, and sweatbands/headbands are not to be worn in the building
by males or females. Faculty will confiscate these items.
Leggings/Jeggings are prohibited to be worn as pants. Shorts, Dresses, Skirts must still
adhere to the three inch rule even while wearing Leggings/Jeggings.
The school administration has the authority to ask a student to change clothes or make
other appropriate modifications to their clothing or appearance if it is deemed they are
disrupting the educational process.
Teachers shall send students whom they deem dressed inappropriately to the principal
for disposition of offense.
MEDICATIONS
Medication should be taken at home when at all possible. Parents/guardians and health care
providers shall complete the required forms before any person administers prescription
medication to a student or before a student self-medicates (09.2241 AP21 – Permission Form
for Prescribed or Over-the-Counter Medication).
Prescription medications shall be administered only as prescribed on the physician/health care
provider’s written authorization. Prescription medications shall be sent to school in one (1)
week increments unless otherwise approved by the Principal or designee. Parent/guardian
shall have the ultimate responsibility to provide the school with an adequate supply of
medication to enable the orders to be followed.
All prescription medication, original or refill, should be sent to school in a pharmacy labeled
container that includes the student’s name, date, medication, dosage, strength, and directions
for use including frequency, duration, and mode of administration, prescriber’s name, and
pharmacy name, address, and phone number. Changes in the dosage and/or times of
administration must be received in the form of a written order from the physician/health care
provider OR a new prescription bottle from the pharmacy indicating the change and a note
from the student’s parent/guardian.
Nonprescription (over-the-counter) medications may be accepted on an individual basis as
provided by the parent or legal guardian when a completed authorization to give medication
form is on file. The medication should be in the original container, dated upon receipt, and
given no more than three (3) consecutive days without an order from the physician/health care
provider.
Please anticipate these needs when visiting your physician and pick up the necessary form
from the school office before the doctor visit. If medicine is to be given at school the physician
can complete the form for you or fax it directly to the school: 606-473-7854.
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STUDENT FEES
Student fees: $40.00/student
-These fees cover the following items throughout the school year:
 Parking tags
 Locker Rental
 Art supplies
 Music supplies
 Copy/Printer paper
 Lamination Paper
 Bulletin Board supplies
 P.E. equipment
 Web-based Programs (subscriptions)
 Field Trips
It is the responsibility of students to take care of their textbooks.
If a textbook is lost, the student must pay for replacement before another can be issued.
Replacement fees are charged on a scale based on the age of the textbook
STUDENT DRIVERS AND DROP-OFFS/PICK-UPS
Parents may pick-up students at the ROTC building after school. Morning Drop Offs Parents
are to drop-off students in the second lane from the canopy not in the bus lane. NO Loitering
on school grounds.
STUDENT DRIVERS
Once students arrive on campus in the mornings (i.e., early practices, clubs, etc.), they must
remain at school and are not permitted to leave and then return. Students who drive are to
follow routine check out procedures. Anyone supervising parking areas have the authority to
use disciplinary action for students not following Student Driver regulations. Loitering in cars
and/or parking lots at any time is strictly prohibited. Any student who skips school using a car
will receive a zero for classes skipped (unexcused) and shall be subject to losing his/her
parking privileges. Students are not to use the areas set aside for faculty parking or visitor’s
parking in the front of the school or other specifically designated parking areas. Carelessness
(i.e., curbing, driving wrong way, smoking/spinning tires, speeding, etc.) or recklessness in the
operation of a vehicle will result in parking privileges being revoked.
ALL STUDENTS WHO DRIVE TO SCHOOL MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING
REQUIREMENTS:
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Student must have an application signed by parent or guardian, and returned before a parking permit can
be obtained. Students must have parking permit by September 1st. If you drive more than one vehicle you
need an application and parking pass for each vehicle.
Students cannot be in their cars during school hours.
Greenup County High School is not responsible for any damage to cars.
The maximum speed on Greenup County High School property is 14 mph.
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Buses and Pedestrians always have the right of way in the parking lot.
Any student who parks at Greenup County High School without permission or a permit is subjected to a
citation and having their vehicle towed.
When a vehicle is driven onto Greenup County High School property it comes under the jurisdiction of
Greenup County High School. Therefore, with reasonable suspicion your vehicle may be searched or
impounded.
Drivers are responsible for any riders in their vehicle. .
Traffic violations are subject to police action.
Students must adhere to the GCHS attendance and behavior policy to maintain driving privileges.
The No Pass/No Drive law states that students ages 16 and 17 must continually earn their driving
privileges by staying in school. The law addresses attendance and academics. According to KRS 159.051
students can lose their driver’s licenses, intermediate licenses, or learner’s permit if they have nine or
more unexcused absences from school, or if they drop out altogether. Students also must pass at least
five classes each semester to meet the requirement of the law. The school is required to report those
individuals not meeting the requirements to the Transportation Department at which time driving privileges
will be revoked. Students may re-apply upon successfully completing one semester of school according to
the law’s requirements.
Greenup County High School
Privilege and Attendance Policy
Any 12th Grade student who has accumulated Ten (10) or more full-day unexcused absences from school
will not be allowed to participate in Greenup County High School’s graduation ceremony or attend Senior
Trip.
NOTE: Days missed due to Out-of-School Suspensions will count towards total unexcused absences
beginning with the 2nd out-of-school suspension.
1. PROM regulations in regards to attendance are as follows:
 Any student with 8 or more full day unexcused absences will not be allowed to attend
Prom.
NOTE: Days missed due to Out-of-School Suspensions will count towards total unexcused absences
beginning with the 2nd out-of-school suspension.
Co-curricular/Field Trips/Out-of-School Events Policy:
GCHS students often times have the opportunity to participate in many activities that will take them out of the
class during the regular school day. In order to be afforded this opportunity, the student must meet the following
criteria:
Academic: Student must have a passing average for the year in all core classes (Math, Science, English, Social
Studies) and student must be passing at least 5 classes during the current quarter that the event is taking place.
Attendance: Student must have 5 or fewer unexcused absences in order to participate.
Behavior: Students with 2 or more Out-of-School Suspensions are automatically disqualified from participating.
(Determination to be made by school administrator based on the number and severity of the infractions).
Extra-curricular activities will follow the guidelines set forth by the KHSAA.
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ATTENDANCE POLICY
 Excused Absences/An excused absence or tardy is one for which work may be made
up, such as:
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Illness of the pupil,
Religious holidays and practices;
College visits (3 days, seniors only),
Head lice (three days per year);
One (1) day for attendance at the Kentucky State Fair,
Documented military leave,
One (1) day prior to departure of parent/guardian called to active military duty,
One (1) day upon the return of parent/guardian from active military duty, or
Other valid reasons as determined by the Principal or his designee, including trips
qualifying as educational enhancement opportunities.
10. Death or severe illness in the pupil's immediate family; to include: spouse, children,
stepchildren, parents, guardian, in-laws, siblings, grandparents, any other blood relative
living in the student's home, and significant relationships as determined by the principal
or his designee.
 EXCUSED ABSENCES
A maximum of five (5) absences per school year may be excused by a note from the student’s
parent/guardian. Absences exceeding five (5) days per school year may be excused by a
physician's statement. All excuses shall be submitted to the school office within three (3) days of
the absence in order to be excused.
 UNEXCUSED ABSENCES
ABSENCES BEYOND FIVE (5) DAYS PER SCHOOL YEAR WITHOUT A PHYSICIAN'S STATEMENT, WHICH ARE
NOT EXCUSED BY AN EMERGENCY ABSENCE EXTENSION, SHALL BE UNEXCUSED.
Students who have unexcused absences may be permitted, at the discretion of the teacher
and with Principal approval, to make up missed class requirements during supervised afterschool study programs or by a method deemed appropriate by the school.
 To view the entire attendance policy, go to: www.greenup.kyschools.us, click on Board
Policies and Procedures, Policy 9.123.
DISMISSAL FROM SCHOOL
REFERENCE:702 KAR 007:125
RELEASE PROCESS
 If the student is to be picked up early, the custodial parent/guardian or designee shall report
to the attendance office and sign for the student's release.
Those students who are on record as being emancipated by the local courts may sign
for their own dismissal.
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COMPUTER USE POLICY
All students must sign an Acceptable Use Policy before accessing any computer. Students
under the age of 18 must have a parental consent form signed.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Access is a privilege—not a right. Users are responsible for good behavior on school computer
networks. Users are required to comply with District standards and to honor the access/usage
agreements they have signed.
Generally, behavior including, but not limited to, the following is not permitted:
 Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures
 Using obscene language
 Harassing, insulting, or attacking others
 Damaging computer systems or computer networks
 Violating copyright laws
 Using another user’s password
 Trespassing into another user’s folder, work, or files.
 Intentionally using electronic media unrelated to job performance.
 Using network for commercial purposes
 Playing games
 Removable Disks (Jump Drives and CDRW’s are acceptable or saving materials)
 Sending mass emails; forwarding mass emails
 Using another person’s electronic materials
Violations of these rules and regulations may result in loss of access/usage as well as other
disciplinary or legal action per KRS 434.840-434860 and KRS 512.020.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGES
Individuals shall reimburse the Board for repair or replacement of District property lost, stolen,
damaged, or vandalized while under their care.
LIBRARY
Check out procedures
All students will be issued a library card with their bar code label. Students must have the card
in order to check out a book. If the card is lost or damaged, it will be replaced the first time
free of charge. Students will be charged $1 for each replacement after that.
Students may not check out materials if they have an overdue book.
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Lost/Damaged Materials
Students will be held responsible for items that are lost or damaged beyond repair. Students
will be charged $1 for the replacement of bar code labels, spine labels and AR labels. Students
will be required to pay the current replacement cost of the book. If a lost book is found and
returned during the current school year, the student will receive a full refund.
Use of the Library
Students may use the library before/after school and during their lunch. The library opens
each morning at 7:30and closes at 3:30. Students using the library during class time must
have a library pass signed by their classroom teacher.
PROMOTION, RETENTION AND PLACEMENT
Any promotions or credits earned in attendance in any approved public school are valid in any
other public school.
EXTENDED SCHOOL SERVICES (ESS)
GRADE/CREDIT RECOVERY
Students at Greenup County High School who fail core classes will be pulled from elective
classes to complete Credit/Grade Recovery through Plato Online Learning system.
*Credit/Grade Recovery Policy
1. 9 Week Progress Goals will be set & monitored by the Grade/Credit Recovery Instructor.
2. Students who fail to meet adequate progress or have two (2) or more behavior referrals
while attending the program will be removed and resume normal schedule.
ALTERNATE LEARNING CENTER / PASS PROGRAM
The Alternate Learning Center and PASS Program (Positive Approach to Student Success)
provides behavior education services and monitoring to students with emotional and
behavioral issues. The primary setting in which these services are provided is the mainstream
classroom. Our Alternate Learning Center/Pass Program is founded on the belief that youth
benefit behaviorally from educational experiences with their appropriately behaved peers and
academically from participation in the general curriculum.
With the ongoing support of learning specialists, each student in program learns, practices,
and implements individualized strategies that address targeted behaviors of concern. The
program is implemented in four phases:
(1) Pre-placement
(2) Orientation
(3) Maintenance and Inclusion
(4) Aftercare
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The Greenup County High School Portfolio Component Overview
Senate Bill 1
Senate Bill 1still requires schools to use student portfolios as a requirement for the
writing/communications program. The Senate Bill 1 requirements for school portfolios are
stated below.
 Writing portfolios, consisting of samples of individual student work that represent
the interests and growth of the student over time, shall be a required part of any
writing program in primary through grade twelve.
 Portfolios are part of the required criteria for the program review and audit
process.
 A writing portfolio shall be maintained for each student and follow each student
from grade to grade and to any school.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT POLICY
CURRICULUM AND AVAILABILITY
Each year, Greenup County High School will offer our students college-level courses in at least
four of the following six areas:
1) English
2) Science
3) Mathematics
4) Social Studies
5) Foreign Language
6) The Arts
The district will pay for the AP exam for those students who have maintained an
A or B average for the class, others may take the test at their expense.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
All students must complete local and state graduation requirements to earn a high school
diploma. Twenty four (24) credits are required for graduation.
Students shall complete an ILP (Individual Learning Plan) that emphasizes career and college
readiness.
The following units or their equivalent are required for all graduating classes. The remaining
credits for graduation shall come from course electives.
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Program
Area
Required
Units
Course Titles
English
4
English I, II, III, and IV
Mathematics
4
Algebra I; Algebra II, Geometry,
and one (1) math elective.
Science
3
Life Science, Earth Science,
Physical Science
Social
Studies
3
U.S. History, World Civilization,
Economics/Government
Health
½
Health
Physical Ed.
½
Physical Education
Visual and
Performing
Arts
1
Humanities
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
A transcript of each student’s secondary record may be attached to his/her diploma. All
classes shall be computed according to the following scale:
A – Four (4) points
B – Three (3) points
C – Two (2) points
D – One (1) point
F – Zero (0) points
COMMONWEALTH DIPLOMA
A Commonwealth Diploma shall be issued to each student who successfully completes and
meets the requirements of the Commonwealth Diploma Program as specified in 704 KAR
003:340. KAR 003:340.
CLASS STATUS
High School students shall be promoted and classified on following basis:
Graduating
Class
2014-2015
Credit Needed
12th
10th
11th
Status
Status
6
12
Status
18
Minimum
Credits for
Graduation
24
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*Academic Honors
HONORS PROGRAM
Beginning with the graduating class of 2017, a system of Advanced Placement (AP) classes
and/or General Education Dual Credit Courses, and Grade Point Averages (GPA) will be
established to facilitate the selection of senior honor awards in one (1) of three (3) categories
of honor status.
HONOR CATEGORIES AND REQUIREMENTS
There shall be three (3) honor categories for graduating seniors.
I.
II.
Honors - a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or greater when rounded to the nearest
hundredth,
Honors with Distinction
a. A cumulative GPA within the range of 3.50 – 3.74, when rounded to the nearest
hundredth, and
b. A minimum of three (3) AP classes and/or General Education Dual Credit
Courses taken and passed.
III.
Honors with Highest Distinction
a. A cumulative GPA within the range of 3.75 – 4.0, when rounded to the nearest
hundredth, and
b. A minimum of three (3) AP classes and/or General Education Dual Credit
Courses taken and passed.
VALEDICTORIAN SALUTATORIAN
Students who have Honors with Highest Distinction status shall be eligible for Valedictorian
and Salutatorian awards.
The student who complies with the above conditions and has the highest class rank, when
his/her cumulative GPA is rounded to the nearest hundredth, shall be the class Valedictorian.
The student who complies with the above conditions and has the second highest class rank,
when his/her cumulative GPA is rounded to the nearest hundredth, shall be the class
Salutatorian.
In the event students comply with the above conditions and there is a GPA tie, the with the
highest ACT Composite from a single test administration will be the class Valedictorian
and the student with the second highest ACT Composite from a single test
administration will be the class Salutatorian. In the event that there is an ACT
Composite tie, then the students will share that particular award. For the purpose of the
graduation ceremony, the latest administration of the ACT that GCHS will use to
determine the eligibility for Valedictorian and Salutatorian status will be February
administration in the senior year.
REVIEW COMMITTEE
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A review committee composed of the Principal, senior counselor and two (2) teachers shall be
established to review questions and/or problems relating to the academic honors program.
SPECIAL AWARDS
Additional special academic, attendance, and/or achievement awards may be granted to
students at the end of the school year.
RELATED POLICY:
08.113
Adopted/Amended: 03/24/2008
Order #:
175
EARLY GRADUATION POLICY
Fourth Year Students applying for early graduation must meet the following criteria:
1. Student must be on track to graduate (must have the correct number of credits to
meet Board of Education requirements and the requirements of the Kentucky
Department of Education).
2. Must have taken all required assessments: ACT, ASVAB, and WorkKeys.
3. Student must be involuntarily homeless which would include abandonment, family
and/or financial hardships.
4. Application for early graduation will be presented in written form detailing the reasons
that the applicant meets the requirements outlined in policy.
A Committee consisting of the Principal, Superintendent or Designee, Senior Guidance
Counselor, and Director of Pupil Personnel will determine whether the request will be
approved for early graduation.
Request must be approved by the Board of Education
Appealing the decision of the Early Graduation Committee will be directly heard by the
Board of Education and presented by the student.
ACADEMIC HONORS
APPLIES TO CLASSES OF 2014, 2015, 2016
HONORS CATEGORIES AND REQUIREMENTS
There shall be three (3) honor categories for graduating seniors.
I. Honors - a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or greater when rounded to the nearest hundredth,
II. Honors with Distinction
a. A cumulative GPA within the range of 3.50 – 3.74, when rounded to the nearest
hundredth, and
b. A minimum of three (3) AP classes taken and passed.
III. Honors with Highest Distinction
a. A cumulative GPA within the range of 3.75 – 4.0, when rounded to the nearest
hundredth, and
b. A minimum of three (3) AP classes taken and passed.
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EXTRACURRICULAR/CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS POLICY
We support extracurricular programs based on the following criteria:
1. All students will be encouraged to participate in a club and encouraged to participate in 2
to 4 clubs.
2. Contribution to students becoming self-sufficient individuals of good character exhibiting
the qualities of altruism, citizenship, courtesy, honesty, human worth, justice, respect,
responsibility, and self-discipline.
3. Connection to college and career readiness.
4. Contribution to students becoming responsible members of a family, work group, or
community, including demonstrating effectiveness in community service.
5. Student interest.
6. Ability to arrange suitable adult supervision.
7. Ability to attract students currently not involved in extracurricular or service projects.
8. Ability to enhance or maintain equity in our overall program.
We will approve extracurricular activities based on their ability to meet these criteria.
Students will be eligible to participate in extracurricular activities if they meet any state or
national requirements set by a sponsoring organization the school has chosen to join. An adult
coach or sponsor who meets the criteria established by an applicable sponsoring organization
would lead each extracurricular activity. The coach or sponsor will be responsible for
supervising all students while they are participating in the activity, including preparation and
travel time.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
GCHS in accordance with KHSAA requires that each member of an athletic team or contestant
in interscholastic athletics must have, for the current semester up to and including Friday of the
week preceding that in which the contest occurs, a passing average in each of at least (4) full
credited high school courses. No special recitations or tests are being given for making the
student eligible. Student managers and any other students having an official connection with
the athletic program shall come under this rule.
All athletes, cheerleaders, managers, and participants must maintain a good attendance
record and none shall be permitted to participate in any athletics contest or practices unless
they are in attendance on the day of the game (if the event is on Saturday or Sunday the
participant must be in attendance on the preceding Friday). Attendance means being counted
present for a minimum of four full classes on the day of practice or game. Exceptions may be
granted for medical appointments, drivers test, college visits and others. The principal and/or
assistant principal must pre-approve all exceptions. Eligibility is to be determined by the
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school’s daily attendance. Playing an ineligible athlete can mean forfeiture of all contests in
which the player participated.
CLUBS – BE A JOINER
Part of the high school experience is meeting new people, exploring new ideas, developing
leadership skills, and learning to collaborate. GCHS provides a variety of extra curricular
activities to enable you to gain these experiences. We encourage you to join activities that will
broaden your horizons
GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOL DANCES
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All dances are considered extracurricular activities at Greenup County High School.
All school rules that apply during the school day also apply at dances (includes tobacco,
fighting, unauthorized area, etc…)
PROM dates must not be 21 years or older.
Middle school students are not permitted to attend dances at GCHS unless they
participate in a varsity sport and that particular sport is sponsoring the dance.
THERE WILL BE NO SMOKING AT DANCES OR SCHOOL FUNCTIONS AND THE
SCHOOL DRESS CODE WILL BE ENFORCED.
Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline
2014-15
Rev. 7/2013
The Greenup County Board of Education requires high standards of personal conduct from each student to
promote respect for the rights of others and to accomplish the purposes of the schools. The Board also requires
compliance with established standards and rules of the district and the laws of the community, state and nation.
The central purpose of the school system is to educate each student to the highest level possible. To support the
success of the educational program, the Board directs employees to hold each student accountable to Code
standards in a fair manner. Compliance with the standards is necessary to provide:
• Orderly operation of the schools,
• A safe environment for students, district employees and visitors to the schools,
• Opportunities for students to achieve at a high academic level in a productive learning environment,
• Assistance for students at risk of failure or of engaging in disruptive behavior,
• Regular attendance of students, and
• Protection of property.
This Code applies to all students in the District while at school, on their way to and from school, while on the bus
or other District vehicle, and while they are participating in school-sponsored trips and activities. The
Superintendent/designee is responsible for its implementation and application throughout the District. The
Principal is responsible for administration and implementation of the Code within his/her school in a uniform and
fair manner without partiality or discrimination.
Each school/council must select and implement appropriate discipline and classroom management techniques
necessary to carry out this Code and shall provide a list of the school's rules and discipline procedures in the
school handbook.
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Teachers and other instructional personnel are responsible for administering Code standards in the classroom,
halls, and other duty assignment locations.
This code establishes minimum behavior standards. Recognizing that each school, grade or class may
require special provisions, school councils, administrators and teachers have full authority to make rules
to enforce these standards in keeping with their areas of responsibility.
Students wishing to report a violation of the Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline may report it to a
classroom teacher, who shall take appropriate action as defined by the code. The teacher shall refer the report
the Principal/designee for further action when the report involved an offense that may warrant suspension or
expulsion of a student, any felony offense, or a report that may be required by law, including reports to law
enforcement.
Employees and other students shall not retaliate against a student because s/he reports a violation of the code or
assists or participates in any investigation, proceeding, or hearing regarding the violation. The
Superintendent/designee shall take measures needed to protect students from such retaliation.
This code establishes minimum behavior standards. Recognizing that each school,
grade or class may require special provisions, school councils, administrators and
teachers have full authority to make rules to enforce these standards in keeping with
their areas of responsibility.
Infraction Level
Level 1
This is the lowest level. A teacher or staff member in
charge handles these behaviors. These behaviors are
usually not referred to the office unless they are
excessive in terms of damage, loss, disruption,
frequency or injury, whereupon they become Level 2
events. Teachers will need to provide at least three
(3) incidents of documentation to move to the next
level. Disruption is low intensity, but inappropriate. At
the documentation of 3rd incident and documentation
of two interventions Teachers will need to provide
documentation for three incidents and at least two
interventions
Level 2
These are moderate behaviors, but nonetheless cannot go
unchecked. These behaviors are referred to the office for
administrative action. The administrator will choose actions
from the continuum. Repeat behaviors or behaviors that are
excessive in terms of damage, loss, disruption or injury will
result in increasing penalties and may be handled as Level 3
events
Misbehaviors that, while not requiring immediate
administrative involvement, do require documentation
because:
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The reporting staff member has reported an incident,
which may require school-wide correction that involves
other staff members (e.g., detention).
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The reporting staff member wants/needs administrative
input on the incident (e.g., a teasing incident that may be
harassment).
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The reporting staff member feels the administrator
should be aware and/or have a record of the situation
(e.g., a Level 1 misbehavior is becoming chronic).
1st Offense
2nd Offense
Teacher/Staff Response
A staff member observing a Level 1 infraction corrects
the student at the time and documents this incident.
Documentation is not sent to the office; however, staff
members should document the incident in order to
assess the frequency of the behavior. Classroom
strategies can include, but are not limited to, the
following:
Gentle verbal reprimand
Proximity correction
Eye contact with student
(“teacher look”)
Moving student within
classroom
Planned ignoring
Logical consequences
Help the student correct
the problem
Verbal warning;
reminding student of
consequences of
continuing behavior
Remind and relocate
Teacher are to contact parents after AT 2nd offense
Teacher/Staff Response
A staff member observing a Level 2 infraction corrects the
student at the time and completes an “incident report” form that
goes to the administrator.
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3rd or More Offense(s)
Treated as
Defiance,
moved to Level
2
Moved to Level 3
Administrative Response(s)
Chosen from the following or a combination of the
following:
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Conference with student
Conference with parents
Restitution
Apology
Up to 2 days Bus
Suspension
Referral for counseling
Loss of Privileges,
including driving on
campus
Up to 4 hours Lunch
Detention
Up to 4 hours After
School Detention
Up to 2 days In-School
Suspension
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Level 3 –
Conference with
student
Conference with
parents
Restitution
Apology
Up to 2 days Bus
Suspension
Referral for
counseling
Loss of Privileges,
including driving on
campus
Up to 4 hours Lunch
Detention
Up to 4 hours After
School Detention
Up to 2 days InSchool Suspension
Teacher/Staff Response
A staff member observing a Level 3 infraction escorts the student to the office or calls
for assistance, and completes an “incident report” form that goes to the
administration.
Administrative Response(s)
Chosen from the following or a combination of the following:
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Serious misbehaviors that require immediate
administrative involvement (office referral) and written
documentation. Behaviors that are so severe that the
misbehaving student’s continued presence in a setting
poses a threat to physical safety or to adult authority
(i.e., the adult could lose control of the situation if the
student were to stay in the setting).
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Conference with
student
Conference with
parents
Restitution
Apology
Up to 10 days Bus
Suspension
Referral for counseling
Loss of Privileges,
including driving on
campus
Up to 6 hours Lunch
Detention
Up to 6 hours After
School Detention
Up to 10 days InSchool Suspension
Up to 5 days Out of
School Suspension
Notification of law
enforcement
Level 4 –Critical Infractions/Illegal Activities
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Conference with
student
Conference with
parents
Restitution
Apology
Up to 20 days Bus
Suspension
Referral for
counseling
Loss of Privileges,
including driving on
campus
Up to 6 hours Lunch
Detention
Up to 6 hours After
School Detention
Up to 10 days InSchool Suspension
Up to 10 days Out of
School Suspension
Notification of law
enforcement
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Conference with
student
Conference with
parents
Restitution
Apology
Up to year-long Bus
Suspension
Referral for
counseling
Loss of Privileges,
including driving on
campus
Up to 6 hours Lunch
Detention
Up to 6 hours After
School Detention
Up to 10 days InSchool Suspension
Up to 10 days Out of
School Suspension
Notification of law
enforcement
Teacher/Staff Response
A staff member observing a Level 4 infraction escorts the student to the office or calls
for assistance, secures the safety of other students, and completes an Incident
Report” form that goes to the administration.
Any school infraction or illegal activity warranting
Administrative Responses
intervention from outside agencies, i.e., law
enforcement, Board of Education, court system, etc.
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10 days suspension with referral to the Superintendent for a pre-expulsion
hearing
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Notification of law enforcement
In all cases, administrators will exercise their right to review the facts and administer discipline deemed appropriate after consulting the Code
of Acceptable Behavior from the Greenup County Board of Education.
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COMMON AREA PROCEDURES
Hallways
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Walk to the right/pass on the left.
Keep your hands and feet to
yourself.
Talk in a conversational
tone. Avoid yelling/screaming/
making loud noises.
Use your passing time wisely. Take
care of restroom/lockers before you
socialize to avoid being late to
class.
Avoid blocking the hallways in large
groups
Respond appropriately and
immediately to adult directions.
Have a hall pass if you are in the
hallway during class time.
Afternoon Procedures
Go immediately to your bus, or
assigned waiting area.
Student drivers are to exit the
campus immediately after
dismissal, without loitering in the
parking lot.
Students need to wait in their
assigned area for busses. Middle
school students waiting for busses
need to wait inside building in the
gym depending.
Stay on campus in your assigned
area and out of the parking lot until
your bus arrives, or as a driver or
walker you are dismissed.
Morning Procedures
Cafeteria/Lunch
1.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Enter through the main entrance of
the school. (Dispose of open
containers)
Turn in excuses for previous
absences/tardies to attendance
office.
Go directly to the cafeteria if you
intend to eat breakfast. 7:30a.m. 8:00a.m.
Sit down upon entering the
cafeteria.
Keep your hands and feet to
yourself.
Talk in a conversational tone.
After eating breakfast dispose of
tray and go to homeroom from
7:45a.m. – 8:05a.m. Students
remain in homeroom until 8:05a.m.
Restrooms
1. Keep the restroom clean for
yourself and others.
2. Have a hall pass if you are in the
restroom during class.
3. Use the facilities properly, the way
they were designed to be used.
4. Do not gather in groups,
congregating and loitering in the
restrooms.
5. Report any problems in the
restrooms immediately to a staff
member.
6. Only one person allowed in a stall
at a time.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Go directly to the cafeteria at your
scheduled time.
Be polite to cafeteria personnel.
Avoid wastefulness by taking only
napkins/straws/ condiments you
need.
All food must be consumed in the
cafeteria at a provided table.
Keep the tables and floors clean.
Dispose of all trash in the proper
receptacles.
Only restrooms available during 4th
period are the ones in concession
area.
Remain in designated areas while
you are at lunch.
Disturbing a class in session (i.e.,
the gymnasium, agriculture room,
reading lab, band room or any
other class) is prohibited and may
result in a discipline referral.
Assemblies
1. Respond appropriately to the
presenter, based on the type of
assembly:
a. Formal – Students sit quietly and
attentively.
b. Educational – Students interact
appropriately and respectfully
with presenter.
c. Festival – Students actively
participate.
2. Be polite and attentive.
3. Questions should be relevant and
pertain to the topic at hand, not
asked to draw attention to you.
4. Use the aisle to get to your seat,
avoiding climbing over or on the
chair backs.
5. Exit quickly when dismissed.
6. Students are not to sit in the top
two rows of bleachers in the upper
level.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Students have the right to:
 An appropriate and free public education in the least restrictive environment.
 Receive academic grades based only on academic performance.
 Be kept informed as is reasonably possible of all rules, regulations, policies, and penalties
to which they may be subjected and be assured of all due process rights.
 Personal safety and security while at school and school-sponsored activities.
 Involvement in school activities without being subjected to discrimination on the basis of
race, national origin, marital status, sex, economic status, or handicapping condition.
 Present complaints or grievances to school authorities and receive authoritative replies
from school authorities.
 Receive consultation or counseling in academic, personal, social and career related
concerns.
 Protection of their personal property.
Students have the responsibility to:
 Attend school regularly and to arrive on time.
 Show consideration for the rights of others within the total school environment.
 Refrain from conduct that disrupts the educational process, creates disorder, or
damages or destroys private or public property.
 Immediately report student threats to harm others to a teacher, counselor or school
administrator.
 Give their best effort to tasks assigned by their teachers, coaches or other persons who
work with them.
VENDING MACHNES 07.12
Vending machine used by students shall be in compliance with current federal and state
regulations. Carbonated beverages may not be sold or served to any student during the school
day.
Foods and beverages sold or served at school (including vending, concessions, a la carte,
student stores, and fundraising) will meet the nutrition recommendations of the U.S. Dietary
Guidelines for Americans and requirements of 702 KAR 6:090.
In keeping with new state and federal guidelines on nutrition Greenup County Board of
Education and GCHS have made stringent changes in food service. If you would like to read
more about the new requirement you can access them through
702 KAR 6:090. Minimum
nutritional standards for foods and beverages available on public school campuses
during the school day; required nutrition and physical activity reports.
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Search and Seizure
See Board Policy 09.436
Students have the right to be secure from unreasonable searches of their person and property.
However, school authorities are authorized to search a student if they have reasonable
suspicion that the search will reveal evidence that the student has violated or is violating the
Code or a school rule or the law. Also, school authorities may conduct general inspections of
jointly held property on a regular basis. All searches will be conducted in accordance with
Board policy.
Students cannot expect to have complete privacy in their use of school property assigned for
their use, such as desks and lockers.
Physical Restraint/Corporal Punishment
See Board Policy 09.433
Student Records
See Board Policy 09.14
Reports to Law Enforcement Officials
When principals have a reasonable belief that certain violations have taken place, they are
required by law to immediately report them to law enforcement officials. Violations at school or
at a school-sponsored function requiring a report to law enforcement officials include:
 assault resulting in serious physical injury
 a sexual offense
 kidnapping
 assault involving the use of a weapon
 possession of a firearm in violation of the law
 possession of a controlled substance in violation of the law
 damage to school property
In addition to violations of this Code, students may also be charged with criminal violations.
Weapons
See Board Policy 05.48
Students are never allowed to bring a weapon to school. This includes knives of all sizes.
Suspension, Expulsion, and Due Process
See Board Policies 09.434; 09.435; 09.431
Grievances
See Board Policy 09.4281
Students and parents wishing to express an educational concern or grievance shall observe
the following order of appeal:
1. Teacher
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2. Principal
3. School council
4. Superintendent;
5. Board.
Information on filing a formal complaint or grievance is available at each school and at the
Central Office.
Harassment/Discrimination
See Board Policy 9.42811
Please visit the district website at www.greenup.kyschools.us for the latest revisions of this
policy and related procedures.
Damages to School Property
See Board Policy 9.421
Any pupil, organization, or group of pupils participating in activities who destroys, defaces,
damages or removes school property shall be subject to disciplinary action and liability for the
cost of restoring the property.
Use of Alcohol, Drugs and Other Controlled Substances
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
A. Students in possession or with any drugs or alcohol in their system at school or school
activities (this includes illegal use of medications whether prescription or over-the-counter,
herbs, or other substances producing mind-altering effects), on field trips, or during any
school sponsored activity or event will be subject to the following action:
1. They will be removed from the class or activity and will be isolated from others and
illegal items confiscated.
2. Law enforcement officials may be contacted and the facts reported to them.
3. The students’ parents, guardians, or other designated responsible person will be
notified and will need to come to the school.
B. Students who sell or distribute illegal drugs, medications (prescription or over-the-counter),
substances capable of producing mind-altering effects, or alcohol will be subject to the
following action:
1. The drug/s or alcohol will be confiscated.
2. The violation will be reported to the police.
3. Parents or guardians will be asked to come to the school and will be informed that the
matter has been reported to the proper law enforcement officials.
C. A student will be suspended for 5 days, placed in the Success Academy for 5 days (5+5),
and then transition back into regular schedule.
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See Board Policy 9.423
For access to complete board policies, visit the district website at
www.greenup.kyschools.us
2014-15 Handbook (submitted July 29, 2013) updated 5/27/14