Index
Accessing Board Policies......................................................... 5
Alternative High School Credit ............................................. 32
Announcements ..................................................................... 39
Asbestos ................................................................................. 49
Attendance ............................................................................. 17
Automobile Policy ................................................................. 48
Bell Schedule ........................................................................... 4
Bus ......................................................................................... 47
Class Load ............................................................................. 27
Classes ................................................................................... 23
Clubs and Organizations ........................................................ 35
College Bound ....................................................................... 31
College Days .......................................................................... 32
Communicable and Infectious Diseases ................................ 41
Cooperative Education ........................................................... 27
Diabetes ................................................................................. 40
Disabilities ............................................................................. 26
Disciplinary Terms .................................................................. 7
Discipline Plan ......................................................................... 5
Disclaimer .............................................................................. 69
Dress ...................................................................................... 22
Drivers License Cancellation ................................................. 36
Drugs, Alcohol, and Tobacco ................................................ 21
Due Process ........................................................................... 56
Eligibility Requirements ........................................................ 64
Expulsion ................................................................................. 8
Extra Curricular Activities ..................................................... 37
Field Trips.............................................................................. 36
Food Allergies ....................................................................... 40
Grading System ..................................................................... 22
Graduation ............................................................................. 31
Graduation Requirements ...................................................... 31
Head Lice ............................................................................... 41
Health Occupations ................................................................ 28
Homework ............................................................................. 30
Inappropriate Conduct ............................................................. 7
Internet ................................................................................... 39
Interscholastic Athletics and Competition ............................. 37
Library ................................................................................... 43
Lockers .................................................................................. 46
Lunch Program ...................................................................... 45
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Medication ............................................................................. 39
Mission Statement ................................................................... 3
National Honor Society ......................................................... 35
Non-School-Sponsored Publications ..................................... 60
Parent’s School Visitation Rights .......................................... 54
Parents Information Rights .................................................... 52
Personnel ............................................................................... 50
Pesticide Application ............................................................. 49
Physical Education................................................................. 28
Physical Harassment or Abuse ................................................ 6
Physicals and Health Records ................................................ 29
Plagiarism ................................................................................ 6
Police Interrogation ............................................................... 50
Privacy Protections ................................................................ 62
Re-enrollment ........................................................................ 21
Religious Instruction/Observance .......................................... 19
Retention ................................................................................ 23
Returned Check ..................................................................... 39
Schedule Changes .................................................................. 30
School Day .............................................................................. 4
Search and Seizure of Property .............................................. 46
Semester Exam ...................................................................... 26
Sexual Harassment ................................................................... 6
Special Programs ................................................................... 24
Student Restraint .................................................................... 47
Students Rights and Procedures ............................................. 54
Suspension ............................................................................... 7
Telephones ............................................................................. 46
Textbooks .............................................................................. 44
Treats & Snacks ..................................................................... 46
Vending Machines ................................................................. 46
Vision Screening .................................................................... 30
Visitors................................................................................... 39
Wellness Policy ....................................................................... 5
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Windsor Jr. Sr. High School
We would like to extend a warm and personal welcome to
those who are returning to Windsor Junior-Senior High School
and all new students. The administration, teachers, office
personnel, custodians, and cooks all stand ready to assist you
in fulfilling your needs for making this year a pleasant and
memorable experience.
This handbook has been prepared so students, parents,
and friends might become more familiar with our school. We
feel this will help our school serve you better and improve the
educational opportunities of each student.
As informed, interested members of the student body, you
can help continue the proud and fine traditions of this school.
This handbook will be helpful in achieving those goals.
Please read it carefully and keep it where you can refer to it
frequently.
It is the responsibility of students and parents to become
familiar with the regulations in this handbook. All rules and
regulations are consistent with the law, but are not inclusive;
any found to be inconsistent with the law shall be invalid. All
rules and regulations are subject to change by action of the
Board of Education.
Best wishes for success and a memorable and enjoyable
junior-senior high school career.
Windsor Community Unit School District # 1 Vision
The school district, in an active partnership with parents
and community, will promote excellence in a caring
environment in which all students can learn and grow. This
partnership shall empower all students to develop a strong
self-esteem and to become responsible life long learners and
decision-makers. The school district is committed to
developing and continually improving a quality curriculum
and a knowledgeable and dedicated staff.
Windsor Junior Senior High School Mission Statement
The mission of Windsor Junior Senior High School is to
provide a safe learning environment in order to assist all
students in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary for
today’s competitive job market. We will accomplish this
objective through the cooperative effort of a dedicated staff,
an involved family, and a supportive community.
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School Day
1st Hour
2nd Hour
3rd Hour
4th Hour
5th Hour
Daily Bell Schedule
High School
Junior High
8:00 – 8:54
8:00 – 8:54
8:57 – 9:46
8:57 – 9:46
9:49 – 10:38
9:49 – 10:38
10:41 – 11:30
10:41 – 11:30
11:30 – 12:03
11:33 – 12:22
6th Hour
12:25 – 12:55
7th Hour
8th Hour
9th Hour
12:58 – 1:47
1:50 – 2:39
2:42 – 3:15
(Lunch)
12:06 – 12:55
12:58 – 1:47
1:50 – 2:39
2:42 – 3:15
(Lunch)
Three minute passing time is allowed between classes. This
amount of time is adequate, and students are expected to be in their
seats on time. Students who are legitimately late to a class during the
school day must have a pass from the teacher of the preceding class.
Students inexcusably late to class will be assigned an appropriate
consequence by the teacher.
Students should not plan to be in the building before 7:40 a.m.
Those students needing to arrive early must wait in the designated
area until the bell rings. Students with a special transportation
problem may receive permission to arrive at an earlier time. There is
video surveillance on school property.
In addition to the regular school day, additional time may be
required of students (including bus riders) needing remedial work,
make-up work, or for disciplinary action. School bus riders may be
granted one day to arrange for transportation with parents.
Whenever heavy snow or ice storms cover the area, the
superintendent will determine whether school shall be closed. Please
listen to the local radio stations (Mattoon-WLBH-96.9, ShelbyvilleWSHY-1560 AM, Mattoon-WMCI-101.3, Effingham-95.7, or CALL
the HOTLINE 459-2407) for any announcements during these times.
We expect all students to attend school with the intention of
making the most out of the learning opportunities provided for
them. With this in mind, certain behaviors are expected of the
students at Windsor Junior/Senior High School. All teachers will
present students in their classes with a homework, grading, and
classroom discipline plan during the first week of classes. These
expectations will be conveyed to students and will also be on file in the
principal’s office.
Zeros Aren’t Permitted (ZAP)
Any student, grades 7-12 who fails to turn in an assignment
and is earning less than a 70% will report to the assigned
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teacher during 9th period and will be required to stay until 3:35
unless the assignment is handed in prior to this time. Students
who fail to attend will be subject to the school discipline
policy. Assignments will be given a minimum of 50% credit.
Assignments will be logged into student data package as a
zero until the assignment is complete.
Instructions for Accessing Board Policies
Go to the district webpage at www. Windsor.k12.il.us, select
the “school board” link at the center of the top row of links,
select the “board policy manual” link on the school board
page, select the policy that you wish to review.
To download a policy: Right click on the policy link, select
“save target as” from the drop down window, choose a
location to save and click “save,” in the “download complete”
window select open to view the file or close to view it later.
To print a policy: Right click on the policy link, select “print
target” from the drop down menu, select print.
Wellness Policy
1) Windsor Community School District # 1 Wellness
Policy is available online and in the school office.
Discipline Plan
Students are required to:
1) Respect other students, faculty and school personnel.
(a) (Flagrant disrespect, intimidation and verbal threats
toward other students or faculty will not be
tolerated.)
2) Conduct themselves appropriately.
This means:
a)
Avoid the use of unacceptable language, clothing,
material, and gestures.
b)
No public display of affection.
c)
Respect property: do not write on, disfigure or in
anyway, damage school or personal property.
(Vandalism Board Policy 7.170)
d)
Do nothing that endangers the health and safety of
other persons, (including the possession of any type
weapon such as guns, knives, fireworks, tear gas,
mace, lighters, etc.) Any such items found will be
confiscated.
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3)
4)
5)
e)
No littering in school building or on the grounds.
Use school forms appropriately.
a)
Carry hall pass between class periods when out of
teacher’s sight.
b)
No forgery or unauthorized possession of school
forms.
Be in the assigned place at the assigned time.
This means:
a)
A student late to class will be counted tardy for the
first ten minutes and truant if late more than ten
minutes.
b)
Failure to report for an assigned detention doubles
the detention time.
c)
Not loitering on school grounds or in the building.
Be attentive in class.
This means:
a)
Conduct one’s self appropriately, and contributes to
class learning.
b)
Follow teacher’s instructions, do assignments as
required, do your own work quietly.
c)
Any student sent out of the same class three times
may be permanently removed from that class.
The following behavior is not tolerated at Windsor Junior Senior
High School:
Plagiarism:
First Offense: Test/Homework-automatic zero on assignment
Essay/Composition-chance to rewrite for half credit. In both
instances, a letter and/or call home to parents.
Second/Subsequent Offense: Any Assignment-automatic zero on
an assignment with letter and/or call home to parents.
Verbal Abuse: Any name-calling, or profanity, directed at any
student by another will result in an automatic detention and a phone
call will be made to parents. Any second offense or threat of
violence will result in an out-of -school suspension and that
suspension time will double for any further incidents of this nature.
Physical Harassment or Abuse: Any pushing, shoving, of another
student will automatically result in an out-of-school suspension.
Time out of school will be determined on an individual basis.
Sexual Harassment: Any comment or gesture of a sexual nature
made to another student will result in an out-of -school suspension.
Suspension time will double for further incidents of this nature.
Prohibition Against Sexual Harassment
Students who engage in sexual harassment on school premises
or off school premises at a school-sponsored activity will be subject
to appropriate discipline, including suspension or expulsion. Sexual
Harassment is any activity of a sexual nature that is unwanted or
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unwelcome, including but not limited to unwanted touching,
pinching, patting, verbal comments of a sexual nature, sexual namecalling, and pressure to engage in sexual activity, repeated
propositions, and unwanted body contact. The school’s normal
disciplinary procedures will be followed in determining the
appropriate consequence for the sexual harassment. In the event that
the administration recommends suspension or expulsion as a result of
the conduct, due process will be afforded to the student in accordance
with the district’s suspension/expulsion procedures.
Inappropriate Conduct
Students will receive detention, suspension or dismissal based
on severity of any or all infractions of inappropriate conduct.
Inappropriate conduct is not limited to the above. Students will pay
for the cost of any and all damages. Damage to any school property
will be considered vandalism and will be handled according to board
policy 7.170 which states:
The Board will seek restitution from students and their
parent(s)/guardian(s) for vandalism or other student acts which
cause damage to school property.
Explanation of Disciplinary Terms Detentions – Teachers
will assign a detention for behavior that is not appropriate to
the school environment. Detention will be held in the media
center from 3:20 to 4:00. Students are required to bring work
to detention. Teachers will complete detention forms and
have the students sign the forms acknowledging that they are
aware of the detention. The teacher will contact the parents by
phone to alert the parents of the detention. When a student is
assigned a detention, it is to be served the next evening
regardless of whether parents have been notified. Students are
expected to be responsible enough to inform parents when a
detention is received.
 A missed detention will double.
 Refusal to serve detentions or numerous violations
will result in the possibility of Alternative Classroom
or Suspension.
In-School Suspension - These are to be served during the
regular school day in a designated area. Students will not be
permitted to attend class but will be given homework
assignments to be completed as if they were in the classroom.
Such assignments will be graded and be included as part of the
student’s grade. Parents/guardians will be notified of all
reasons for such suspension and the date the in-school
suspension will be served.
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Out-of-School Suspension - The out-of-school suspension is
reserved for more serious offenses. The student is temporarily
removed from school for up to ten (10) days. Schoolwork
missed during this time may be made up, and the absence is
considered unexcused. Students serving this suspension will
not be allowed on school grounds or attend school activities
for the duration of the suspension. The parent/guardian will
be notified by certified mail of the date(s) and reason for the
disciplinary action.
Expulsion - The administration will recommend that the
Windsor School Board expel students who commit serious
offenses or who repeatedly violate school regulations. The
student and parent/guardian will be notified via certified mail
of the time and place the expulsion hearing will be held.
Expulsions may last from ten (10) days to two (2) years.
Suspension/Expulsion Rights - Section 10-22.6 of the School
Code of Illinois provides for a hearing before the board of
education which shall review the facts and determine if the
suspension/expulsion was proper or improper.
Parents/guardians shall be notified of the action taken and
receive a full statement of the reasons for the
suspension/expulsion, a notification of the number of days of
suspension, and the notification of their right to seek school
board review of the action.
Discipline
The Windsor School Board has adopted a progressive discipline
policy stating the consequences for repeated offensives will increase
in severity. The following steps are an outline of the procedure:
4 detentions/semester
1 day in school suspension
5 detentions/semester
1 day out of school suspension
6 detentions/semester
3 day out of school suspension
7 detentions/semester
5 day out of school suspension
8 detentions/semester
7 day out of school suspension
9 detentions/semester
10 day out of school suspension
At no time does the additional punishment take the place or act
as a substitute for the detentions issued.
All students guilty of gross misconduct or disobedience will be
subject to suspension or expulsion procedures outlined in the school
code of the State of Illinois.
Gross misconduct or disobedience includes, but is not limited to:

Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling
tobacco materials
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Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling
alcoholic beverages. Students who are under the influence
are not permitted to attend school or school functions and
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are treated as though they had alcohol in possession.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling
illegal drugs or controlled substances, look-alike drugs, and
drug paraphernalia. Students who are under the influence
are not allowed to attend school or school functions and are
treated as though they had drugs in their possession.
Using, possessing, controlling, or transferring a weapon in
violations of the weapons section of Board Policy.
Using or possessing any electronic device, unless
authorized and approved by the building principal is
prohibited. Cell phones must be turned off and out of
sight. Cell phones should not be placed in a PE locker.
Possessing a cell phone in any other area of the school will
result in confiscation of phone with student pick up.
Second offense will result in a one day in school
suspension. Ereaders & Kindles are allowed during the
school day at the teacher’s discretion. If misused
individual students privileges can be taken away. Music
devices of any kind are not allowed during school hours
(IPOD & MP3)
Disobeying directives from staff members or school
officials and/or rules and regulations governing student
conduct.
Using violence, force, noise, coercion, threats, intimidation,
fear, or other comparable conduct toward anyone or urging
other students to engage in such conduct.
Causing or attempting to cause damage or stealing, or
attempting to steal, school property or another person’s
personal property.
Unexcused absenteeism; State law and Board policy on
truancy control will be used with chronic and habitual
truants.
Involvement in gangs or gang related activities, including
the display of gang symbols or paraphernalia.
Engaging in any activity that constitutes an interference
with school purposes or an educational function or any
disruptive activity.
Bullying of any kind is prohibited
Pornography-Possession, distribution, and/or the attempt to
obtain pornography is prohibited. Any student found in
violation of this policy shall be subject to the board’s
disciplinary penalties or misconduct.
Interrogation by Police
1. The Building Principal will check the police officer's
credentials and any legal papers such as warrants for arrest,
search warrants, or subpoenas to be served.
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The Building Principal will attempt to contact the student's
parent(s)/guardian(s) if possible, and inform them that the
student is subject to an interview. In extreme emergency
situations, DCFS employees, law enforcement personnel, or
treating physicians may, in effecting temporary protective
custody, request that the District not notify parents until the
child's safety is ensured. The Building Principal should ask
that such a request be put in writing. The
parent(s)/guardian(s) will be given the opportunity to be
present and be represented by legal counsel at their own
expense. Interviews of minor students without permission of
the parent(s)/guardian(s) is not permitted unless a legal
process is presented or in emergency situations.
Interviews will be conducted in a private setting. If the
parent(s)/guardian(s) are absent, the Building Principal and
one other adult witness, selected by the Building Principal,
will be present during the interview.
Interview proceedings will be documented in writing for
inclusion in the student's temporary records.
No minor student shall be removed from the school by the
police officer without the consent of a parent(s)/guardian(s),
except upon service of a valid warrant of arrest or in cases of
warrant less temporary protective custody.
Student Discipline 1
Prohibited Student Conduct
Students may be disciplined for misconduct, including but not
limited to the following:
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling tobacco
materials.
1.
2.
3.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling
alcoholic beverages.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or
selling:
Any illegal drug, controlled substance, or cannabis
(including marijuana and hashish).
1 This handbook procedure contains both required language
and optional language that represents best educational practice.
Consult your school district policy manual to assure consistency
and alignment with district policy.
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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
1.
2.
3.
Any anabolic steroid or performance-enhancing
substance not administered under a physician’s care and
supervision.
Any prescription drug when not prescribed for the
student by a licensed health care provider or when not
used in the manner prescribed.
Any inhalant, regardless of whether it contains an illegal
drug or controlled substance: (a) that a student believes
is, or represents to be capable of, causing intoxication,
hallucination, excitement, or dulling of the brain or
nervous system; or (b) about which the student engaged
in behavior that would lead a reasonable person to
believe that the student intended the inhalant to cause
intoxication, hallucination, excitement, or dulling of the
brain or nervous system.
“Look-alike” or counterfeit drugs, including a substance
not containing an illegal drug or controlled substance,
but one: (a) that a student believes to be, or represents to
be, an illegal drug or controlled substance; or (b) about
which a student engaged in behavior that would lead a
reasonable person to believe that the student expressly or
impliedly represented to be an illegal drug or controlled
substance.
Drug paraphernalia, including devices that are or can
be used to: (a) ingest, inhale, or inject cannabis or
controlled substances into the body; and (b) grow,
process, store, or conceal cannabis or controlled
substances.
Students who are under the influence of any prohibited
substance are not permitted to attend school or school
functions and are treated as though they have the
prohibited substance, as applicable, in their
possession.
Using, possessing, controlling or transferring a
firearm or “look alike,” knife, brass knuckles or other
knuckle weapon regardless of its composition, a billy
club, or any other object if used or attempted to be
used to cause bodily harm.
Using or possessing an electronic paging device.
Using a cellular telephone, video recording device,
personal digital assistant (PDA), or similar electronic
device in any manner that disrupts the educational
environment or violates the rights of others. All cell
phones and similar electronic devices must be kept
powered-off and out-of-sight during the regular
school day unless: (a) the supervising teacher grants
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
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permission; (b) use of the device is provided in a
student’s individualized education program (IEP); or
(c) it is needed in an emergency that threatens the
safety of students, staff, or other individuals.
Using or possessing a laser pointer unless under a
staff member’s direct supervision and in the context
of instruction.
Disobeying rules of student conduct or directives
from staff members or school officials.
Engaging in academic dishonesty, including cheating,
intentionally plagiarizing, wrongfully giving or
receiving help during an academic examination, and
wrongfully obtaining test copies or scores.
Bullying, hazing or any kind of aggressive behavior
that does physical or psychological harm to a staff
person or another student or encouraging other
students to engage in such behavior. Prohibited
conduct specifically includes, without limitation, any
use of violence, intimidation, force, noise, coercion,
threats, stalking, harassment, sexual harassment,
public humiliation, theft or destruction of property,
retaliation, hazing, bullying, bullying through the
transmission of information from a school computer,
a school computer network, or other similar
electronic school equipment, or other comparable
conduct.
Causing or attempting to cause damage to, stealing,
or attempting to steal, school property or another
person’s personal property.
Being absent without a recognized excuse.
Being involved with any public school fraternity,
sorority, or secret society.
Being involved in a gang or engaging in gang-like
activities, including displaying gang symbols or
paraphernalia.
Violating any criminal law, including but not limited
to, assault, battery, arson, theft, gambling,
eavesdropping, and hazing.
Engaging in any activity, on or off campus, that
interferes with, disrupts, or adversely affects the
school environment, school operations, or an
educational function, including but not limited to,
conduct that may reasonably be considered to: (a) be
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a threat or an attempted intimidation of a staff
member; or (b) endanger the health or safety of
students, staff, or school property.
14. Sending, receiving or possessing sexually explicit or
otherwise inappropriate pictures or images,
commonly knowing as “sexting.” Prohibited conduct
specifically includes, without limitation, creating,
sending, sharing, viewing, receiving or possessing an
indecent visual depiction of oneself or another person
through the use of a computer, electronic
communication device, or cellular phone.
15. Using, purchasing, selling or possessing any
performance-enhancing substance on the Illinois
Association of High School Association’s most
current banned substance list, unless administered in
accordance with a prescription. 2
16. Caffeine Pills and energy drinks are not allowed on
school property.
For purposes of these rules, the term “possession” includes
having control, custody, or care, currently or in the past, of an object
or substance, including situations in which the item is: (a) on the
student’s person; (b) contained in another item belonging to, or under
the control of, the student, such as in the student’s clothing,
backpack, or automobile; (c) in a school’s student locker, desk, or
other school property; (d) at any location on school property or at a
school-sponsored event; or (e) in the case of drugs and alcohol,
substances ingested by the person.
No disciplinary action shall be taken against any student that is
based totally or in part on the refusal of the student’s parent/guardian
to administer or consent to the administration of psychotropic or
psychostimulant medication to the student.
The grounds for disciplinary action also apply whenever the
student’s conduct is reasonably related to school or school activities,
including but not limited to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
On, or within sight of, school grounds before, during,
or after school hours or at any time;
Off school grounds at a school-sponsored activity or
event, or any activity or event that bears a reasonable
relationship to school;
Traveling to or from school or a school activity,
function, or event; or
Anywhere, if the conduct interferes with, disrupts, or
adversely affects the school environment, school
2 May be removed in K-8 schools.
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operations, or an educational function, including but
not limited to, conduct that may reasonably be
considered to: (a) be a threat or an attempted
intimidation of a staff member; or (b) endanger the
health or safety of students, staff, or school property.
Disciplinary Measures
Disciplinary measures may include:
1.
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3.
4.
Disciplinary conference.
Withholding of privileges.
Seizure of contraband.
Suspension from school and all school activities for
up to 10 days. A suspended student is prohibited
from being on school grounds.
5. Suspension of bus riding privileges.
6. Expulsion from school and all school-sponsored
activities and events for a definite time period not to
exceed 2 calendar years. An expelled student is
prohibited from being on school grounds.
7. Notifying juvenile authorities or other law
enforcement whenever the conduct involves illegal
drugs (controlled substances), “look-alikes,” alcohol,
or weapons.
8. Notifying parents/guardians.
9. Temporary removal from the classroom.
10. In-school detention for a period not to exceed 5
school days.
11. After-school study or Saturday study provided the
student’s parent/guardian has been notified.
Corporal Punishment
Corporal punishment is illegal and will not be used. Corporal
punishment is defined as slapping, paddling, or prolonged
maintenance of students in physically painful positions, or intentional
infliction of bodily harm. Corporal punishment does not include
reasonable force as needed to maintain safety for students, staff, or
other persons, or for the purpose of self-defense or defense of
property.
Firearms, Knives, Brass Knuckles & Other Objects Used or Attempted
to Be Used to Cause Harm
A student who is determined to have brought one of the following
objects to school, any school-sponsored activity or event, or any activity
or event that bears a reasonable relationship to school shall be expelled
for a period of not less than one year:
1.
A firearm. For the purposes of this Section, “firearm”
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2.
means any gun, rifle, shotgun, weapon as defined by
Section 921 of Title 18 of the Unites States Code,
firearm as defined in Section 1.1 of the Firearm
Owners Identification Card Act, or firearm as defined
in Section 24-1 of the Criminal Code of 1961. The
expulsion period may be modified by the
superintendent, and the superintendent's
determination may be modified by the board on a
case-by-case basis.
A knife, brass knuckles or other knuckle weapon
regardless of its composition, a billy club, or any
other object if used or attempted to be used to cause
bodily harm, including “look alikes” of any firearm
as defined above The expulsion requirement may be
modified by the superintendent, and the
superintendent's determination may be modified by
the board on a case-by-case basis.
Gang & Gang Activity
“Gang” is defined as any group, club or organization of two or
more persons whose purposes include the commission of illegal acts. No
student on or about school property or at any school activity or
whenever the student’s conduct is reasonably related to a school
activity, shall: (1) wear, possess, use, distribute, display, or sell any
clothing, jewelry, paraphernalia or other items which reasonably could
be regarded as gang symbols; commit any act or omission, or use either
verbal or non‐verbal gestures, or handshakes showing membership or
affiliation in a gang; or (2) use any speech or commit any act or
omission in furtherance of the interest of any gang or gang activity,
including, but not limited to, soliciting others for membership in any
gangs; (3) request any person to pay protection or otherwise intimidate,
harass or threaten any person; (4) commit any other illegal act or other
violation of district policies, (5) or incite other students to act with
physical violence upon any other person.
Cross-references:
PRESS 7:190, Student Discipline
PRESS 7:190-AP2, Gang Activity Prohibited
Preventing Bullying, Intimidation & (Sexual) Harassment
Bullying, intimidation, and (sexual) harassment are not acceptable
in any form and will not be tolerated at school or any school-related
activity, on school property, on school buses and transportation vehicles
or through a school computer, network or other school electronic
equipment. The school will protect students against retaliation for
reporting incidents of bullying, intimidation, or (sexual) harassment, and
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will take disciplinary action against any student who participates in such
conduct.
No person shall harass, intimidate or bully another based upon a
perceived race, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, genderrelated identity or expression, ancestry, age, religion, creed, physical
or mental disability, gender identity, order of protection status, status
as homeless, or actual or potential marital or parental status,
including pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service,
association with a person or group with one or more of the
aforementioned actual or perceived characteristic or any other
distinguished characteristic. The school and district will not tolerate
harassing, intimidating conduct, or bullying whether verbal, physical,
or visual, that affects the tangible benefits of education, that
unreasonably interferes with a student’s educational performance, or
that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational
environment.
Bullying means any severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or
conduct, including communications made in writing or electronically,
directed toward a student that has or can be reasonably predicted to
have the effect of: (1) placing the student in reasonable fear of harm
to the student’s person or property; (2) causing a substantially
detrimental effect on the student’s physical or mental health; (3)
substantially interferes with the student’s academic performance; or
(4) substantially interferes with the student’s ability to participate in
or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the
school.
Examples of prohibited conduct include, without limitation, any
use of violence, intimidation, force, noise, coercion, threats, stalking,
harassment, sexual harassment, public humiliation, theft or
destruction of property, retaliation, hazing, bullying, bullying through
the transmission of information from a school computer, a school
computer network, or other similar electronic school equipment, or
other comparable conduct.
Students who believe they are victims of bullying, intimidation
or harassment or have witnessed such activities are encouraged to
discuss the matter with the student nondiscrimination coordinator,
building administrator or a complaint manager. Students may choose
to report to a person of the student’s same sex. Complaints will be
kept confidential to the extent possible given the need to investigate.
Students who make good faith complaints will not be disciplined.
Any student who is determined, after an investigation, to have
engaged in bullying, intimidation or harassment will be subject to
disciplinary consequences as provided in this handbook, including
but not limited to, suspension and expulsion consistent with the
school and district’s discipline policy. Parents of students who have
engaged in the above behavior will be notified. Any student making
a knowingly false accusation regarding harassment may also be
subject to disciplinary consequences.
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Nondiscrimination Coordinator:
Erik VanHoveln
Name
1424 Minnesota
Address
Windsor, IL 61957
217-459-2636
Telephone
Complaint Managers:
Erik VanHoveln
Name
1424 Minnesota
Address
Windsor, IL 61957
Geoff Schoonover
Name
1424 Minnesota
Address
Windsor, IL 61957
217-459-2636
Telephone
217-459-2636
Telephone
Cross-References:
PRESS 7:20, Harassment of Students Prohibited
PRESS 7:180, Preventing Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment
PRESS 7:190, Student Discipline
PRESS 2:260, Uniform Grievance Procedure
Attendance
Illinois law requires that whoever has custody or control of any
child between seven and seventeen years of age (unless the child has
already graduated from high school) shall assure that the child attends
school in the district in which he or she resides, during the entire time
school is in session. Illinois law also requires that whoever has
custody or control of a child who is enrolled in the school, regardless
of the child’s age, shall assure that the child attends school during the
entire time school is in session.
There are certain exceptions to the attendance requirement for
children who: attend private school, are physically or mentally unable
to attend school (including a pregnant student suffering medical
complications as certified by her physician), are lawfully and
necessarily employed, are between the ages of 12 and 14 while in
confirmation classes, have a religious reason requiring absence, or
are 16 or older and employed and enrolled in a graduation incentive
program.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 7:70, Attendance and Truancy
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It is extremely important students attend school regularly.
Parents are urged to permit absences only in cases of illness or
serious emergencies. Careful planning can prevent many student
absences. It is not only the moral responsibility of parents to have
their children in school at every opportunity, but also the legal
responsibility. An unnecessary absence can seriously handicap a
student’s achievements in school. Doctor’s excuses are encouraged
and should be turned into the office the day the student returns to
school. Parental/Guardian excuses due to illness will be limited to 5
days.
Any day that you are absent from school, a parent or guardian
should telephone the school to inform the school that you will be
absent. Telephone calls should be made by 9:00 a.m. at 459-2636.
An answering machine is available for your convenience.
Households without a telephone may send a note with the student the
following day. Upon returning to school, the student should check
with the office to verify the status of the absence.
An absence is considered ½ day when a student misses from 45
minutes to 2 ½ hours; after 2 ½ hours, a student will be counted
absent all day. A student must be in attendance 5 clock hours to be
considered in attendance a full day.
On the first day back after an absence, it is the responsibility of
the student to check with teachers for assignments and make-up
work. In general, students will be given as many days to make up
work as they have missed. It is extremely important that tests and
assignments be made up as soon as possible. Students will be given a
“0" grade for tests and assignments not made up during the allotted
time.
If a student leaves school during the day, he or she must inform
office personnel when checking out of the office, stating the reason
for leaving. Failure to check out is considered truancy. Two failures
to sign out will result in detention be assigned.
Except for an emergency, students are to present a note giving
parental approval for leaving school during the day. The usual rules
will apply in determining the excusability of such absences.
If the student goes home for lunch and is unable to return, the
parents are asked to call the office and inform the school of the
absence. A written note stating the reason for the absence is to be
turned in upon the student’s return to school.
Excused Absences
Excused absences are according to Art. 26-2a of the School
Code compulsory attendance. Students should understand that the
principal, assistant principal or other designates of the principal are
the only persons who can excuse absences.
Parents and guardians must provide reasons for absences to
school officials, but do not excuse an absence. Parental/Guardian
excuses due to illness will be limited to 5 days. If the school sends a
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student home for a fever above 99, the absence is excused for the
day.
Class time missed during an excused absence should be
made up within the number of days missed after returning to
school. If a student is absent two days, the student has two days
to complete the work missed.
Time missed for medical appointments will be excused with a
note from the doctor’s office. All absences attributed to medical
appointments should be limited to no more than ½ day absence
whenever possible.
Students who become ill during school and wish to go home
must report to the office first.
When injuries occur in connection with any school activity, such
injuries are to be reported to the faculty member in charge.
Tardiness
All students are to be in place of their activity before the bell
rings marking the beginning of that activity. There is ample time for
students to go from one activity to the next by way of their lockers,
but does not permit loitering and talking with friends in the corridor.
Habitual tardiness will not be tolerated and will be dealt with
appropriately. Students who arrive late to school need to report to the
office. The following is the discipline procedures for Windsor Jr./Sr.
High School per quarter.
 1st tardy to class or school – no consequence
 2nd, 3rd, 4th tardy to class or school – detention each occurrence
 5th, 6th, 7th tardy to class or school – 1 day ISS per occurrence
 8th tardy and beyond – 3 days ISS per occurrence
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Attendance
 Illinois law requires that whoever has custody or control of any
child between seven and seventeen years of age (unless the child
has already graduated from high school) shall assure that the
child attends school in the district in which he or she resides,
during the entire time school is in session. Illinois law also
requires that whoever has custody or control of a child who is
enrolled in the school, regardless of the child’s age, shall assure
that the child attends school during the entire time school is in
session.
 There are certain exceptions to the attendance requirement for
children who: attend private school, are physically or mentally
unable to attend school (including a pregnant student suffering
medical complications as certified by her physician), are
lawfully and necessarily employed, are between the ages of 12
and 14 while in confirmation classes, have a religious reason
requiring absence, or are 16 or older and employed and enrolled
in a graduation incentive program.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 7:70, Attendance and Truancy
Religious Instruction/Observance
A student shall be released from school, as an excused absence,
for the purpose of observing a religious holiday. The
parent(s)/guardian(s) must give written notice to the district 5 days
before the student’s anticipated absence.
The parent(s)/guardian(s) written notification of the student’s
anticipated absence shall satisfy the district’s requirement for a
written excuse when the student returns to school.
The superintendent shall develop and distribute to teachers
appropriate procedures regarding student absences for a religious
holiday which include a list of religious holidays on which students
shall be excused from attendance, how teachers are notified of a
student’s impending absence, and the state law requirement that
teachers provide the student an equivalent opportunity to make up
any examination, study, or work requirement.
A student shall be released from school for a day or portion of a
day for the purpose of religious instruction. A letter, requesting the
student’s absence and written by the student’s parent(s) and/or
guardian(s), must be given to the building principal at least 5 days
before the day the student is to be absent.
LEGAL REF: Religious Freedom Restoration Act, 775ILCS
35/5 105 ILCS 5/26-1 and 5/26-2b CROSS REF: 7.70
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Unexcused Absences
A “truant” is defined as a child subject to compulsory school
attendance and who is absent without valid cause from such
attendance for a school day or portion thereof. “Valid cause” for
absence shall be:
 Illness
 Death in the immediate family
 Family emergency
 Such other situations beyond the control of the student as
determined by the board of education in each district, or such
other circumstances which may cause reasonable concern to
the parent for the safety or health of the student.
 Pre-approved educational absence
Unexcused Absence and Truancy
Any absence not cleared by phone call on the day of the absence
or prior to the student’s first class on the day of the student’s return to
school will automatically be unexcused. Notes will be accepted only
for those students whose households DO NOT have a phone.
The following types of absences are not excused:
 Out-of-school Suspension
 Truancy
 Working (unless pre-arranged)
 Missing the bus
 Oversleeping
 Shopping, hair appointment, or similar circumstances
 Car trouble- gas, tires, trains, etc.
Credit cannot be given for work missed due to unexcused
absence, although, the teacher may require that the work be
completed to insure that the student complete background work for
future assignments.
Students who miss school without the previous knowledge and
approval of their parents are considered truant. Such students may be
assigned detention or suspension, or reported to the Regional
Superintendent of Schools. Frequent and /or continual truancy,
unexcused absence, or tardiness will result in disciplinary action.
When an absence can be anticipated, as in the case of a
dental appointment, notice of the anticipated absence should be
given to the principal and to the teachers, and arrangements
made to complete and hand in assignments in advance. Planned
absences are not transferable; they are for only the specific reason
indicated. It is invalid for any other purpose and the absence will be
unexcused. No planned absence will be signed for a student in a
class in which they are failing. Personal planned absences are limited
to eight days; anything over that is unexcused. Students who
complete a planned absence form to participate in deer hunting must
also show tags when turning in the planned absence. Also, if a
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student is to miss class because of another school activity,
arrangements are to be made with teachers concerning assignments
and make-up work. Students may be withheld from activities or
sporting contests if they fail to make up work before the absence.
Students arriving late, or returning after classes are in session,
must report to the office for a pass to class.
The school board supports the principal that local school
districts must have the responsibility for matters pertaining to student
attendance. Further, the board recognizes the following definitions:
Truant - a child subject to compulsory school attendance and who is
absent without valid cause from such attendance for a school day or
portion thereof.
Chronic or habitual truant - a child who is subject to compulsory
school attendance and who is absent without valid cause from such
attendance for ten percent or more of the previous 180 regular
attendance days.
Truant minor - a child to whom supportive services; including
prevention, diagnostic, intervention and remedial services, alternative
programs and other school and community resources have been
provided and have failed to result in the cessation of chronic truancy
or have been offered and refused.
Using the definitions cited the school district shall determine if
the student is a “chronic or habitual” truant. If it is determined that
the student is a “chronic or habitual” truant, services which must be
provided to the chronic truant may include, but not be limited to:

parent/teacher conferences

counseling services by social workers

counseling services by psychologists

psychological testing

alternative education programs

alternative school placement
When the student is classified as a “chronic or habitual” truant,
the building principal shall direct the process for the development of
an optional educational program the student shall receive.
If these measures prove ineffective and the behavior persists, the
building principal shall refer the matter to the superintendent. The
superintendent may call upon the resources of outside agencies such
as the juvenile officer of the local police department or the Truancy
Office of the Educational Service Region of the county. The school
board, superintendent, district administrators and teacher shall assist
and furnish such information, as they have to aid truancy officers in
the performance of their duties.
In accordance with The School Code of Illinois, no punitive
action, including out-of-school suspensions, expulsions, or court
action shall be taken against chronic truants unless available
supportive services and other school resources have been provided to
the student.
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Occasionally, students must miss school because of various
appointments, obligations or participation in an outside activity.
Students should secure permission through the office at least three (3)
days prior to the absence so that students can complete all
schoolwork necessary before the absence. Failure to complete all
school work before a planned absence could lead to disciplinary or
other appropriate action.
Re-enrollment
Re-enrollment shall be denied to any individual above the age of
17 years who has dropped out of school and could not earn sufficient
credits to graduate during the current school year. The student may
re-enroll the following school year assuming they have not reached
their 21st birthday.
Drugs, Alcohol, and Tobacco
The possession or use of drugs, drug paraphernalia, lookalike substances, alcoholic beverages, and tobacco products is
forbidden. Students in possession of drug paraphernalia or
look-alike substances, or under the influence of drugs, or
alcohol will be immediately suspended and local police
agencies will be notified. Expulsion may result. Parents or
legal guardians must accompany such students to school
before they will be allowed to reenter classes. Students
possessing or using tobacco in any form will be suspended 1
day for the first offense, 3 days for the second offense, and
may be expelled for the third offense. (Possession in all cases
includes student lockers or personal vehicles if parked on
school property.)
Dress
WHS recognizes that everyone has his/her own style. However,
certain guidelines must be observed for the safety of self and others
and to insure that the educational process is not disrupted. Therefore,
students should observe the following guidelines regarding clothing:
1. Appropriate shoes must be worn at all times.
2. Clothes are to be neat and clean and not excessively large
or small. Waist band of pants needs to be around the waist
area. Undergarments should not be exposed
3.
Hats and headgear are not to be worn in the building.
4.
Clothing-jewelry, including chains and wallet attachments,
which could be considered dangerous or a safety hazard are
not to be worn.
Shorts must be of appropriate length. Skirts, shorts and
dresses must be mid thigh or longer in front and back. No
slits or holes above knee area.
Clothing is not to be suggestive, immodest, offensive, or
otherwise disruptive to the educational process. (No tank
tops or bare midriffs) Cut off tee shirts must cover the
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shoulder.
Apparel that displays inappropriate words or pictures,
and/or promotes alcohol, tobacco or drugs will not be
allowed at school.
Shirts must be able to be tucked in their pants.
Book bags and purses are not allowed in classrooms.
Coats can be worn in class if the teacher has granted
permission.
Roller shoes are not to be worn in school.
Pajama pants and slippers are not to be worn to school.
Senior pictures submitted for the yearbook/class portrait
must meet the school dress code. If not, the picture taken
by the school photographer will be used.
Leggings and Yoga pants are not acceptable.
Grading System
Our system of grading is by letters; “A” standing for superior
work as measured by achievement, industry, and attitude. The “A”
student does more than is required and is an asset to the class. “B”
denotes very good work, above the average. “C” represents average
work. “D” is poor but passing. “F” denotes a failing grade. Extra
effort to succeed may be considered by individual teachers and
could result in higher grades.
Grading Sale
94-100
A
80-83 B67-69
D+
90-93
A77-79 C+
64-66
D
87-89
B+
74-76 C
60-63
D84-86
B
70-73 CThe honor roll is posted at the end of each nine-week grading
period. It contains the names of those students who have a 4.0 grade
point average on a 5.0 scale. To be eligible for high honors, a student
must earn a 4.5 grade point average on a 5.0 scale. A student is
allowed to receive only one C to remain eligible for the Junior/Senior
High School Honor Roll. Students receiving a grade of D or F will
not be included in the honor roll. The honor roll for high school
students is based on a five point scale times the credit earned. Honor
roll is based on student GPA for the quarterly grading period. High
school cumulative grade point average is based upon semester grades.
Semester grades are determined by the two quarters comprising each
semester and the final exam. Each quarter is weighted 2/5ths of the
semester grade. Final exams comprise 1/5th. In circumstances where
students are not required to take the final exam, each quarter will
comprise ½ of the semester grade.
Valedictorian and salutatorian will be determined by cumulative
grade point average for the 8 semesters of high school only. When
there is a tie (identical GPAs) for the valedictorian, there will be co-
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valedictory honors, and there will be no class salutatorian. A student
must attend WHS at least one year in order to be eligible for
salutatorian/valedictorian honors.
From time to time, students will be given long-term assignments
that are due on or before a specific due date. Since the assignments
are long-term and since these assignments can be turned in prior to
the final date, no excuses will be accepted nor extended time given to
a student who is absent the day the assignment is due. Students will
be expected to get the materials to the teacher via family or friend in
the case of absence.
Report cards will be issued at quarter intervals. Additional midterm reports will be issued to students who receive D or F grades.
Teachers’ comments on students’ attitude, study habits, citizenship,
etc., may be recorded on the report card.
Retention
The Illinois School Code prohibits social promotion.
Remediation will follow board policy 6:180 based on the
needs of the student. Junior high students who fail any
academic subject are subject to retention. Academic subjects
are math, English, reading, social studies, and science. The
principal will make the final decision on retention.
Classes
At the beginning of each semester students will be classified for
class membership and the social activities of the school according to
the following schedule of credits. Regulations of the Board of
Education for senior trips supersede this classification.
Freshmen
0 - 5.4 credits earned Junior
earned
Sophomore 5.5 - 10.9 credits earned Senior
credits earned
11.0-16.4 credits
16.5 and over
Students will be required to take state mandated testing based on
class placement according to credits earned.
The health program in grades kindergarten through 8th shall
include annual instruction regarding abduction and sexual abuse as
part of the district’s regular curriculum. Parent(s) may request in
writing that their child be removed from portions of the sex education
curriculum they find objectionable. Alternative assignments will be
given.
Special Programs
Child Find
Each school district is responsible for actively locating,
identifying and evaluating all children with disabilities who
live within the district boundaries, are between the ages of
birth and 21, and may be eligible for special education and
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related services. The local school district is not required to
actually conduct the evaluations for children birth through 2
years of age, but must ensure that they are carried out at no
cost to the parent. All school districts are required to have
written procedures for child find activities for all school
children, including those attending private, charter, and/or
religiously affiliated schools. These procedures must describe
activities for:
 annual screening of children under the age of five to
identify those who may need early intervention or
special education services to maintain satisfactory
educational performance;
 ongoing review of all children in regular education
classes;
 ongoing coordination with early intervention
programs; and
 coordination and consultation with nonpublic schools
located within the district.
Special Programs and Services
Windsor Community School District #1 provides special
programs and services to meet the special educational needs of
students residing within the district. Programs and services
offered through the district curriculum and via the Eastern
Area Special Education Joint Agreement provide for students
with identified special educational needs. For further
information, contact the building principal.
Request to Access Classroom or Personnel for Special
Education
Evaluation or Observation
The parent/guardian of a student receiving special
education services, or being evaluated for eligibility, is
afforded reasonable access to educational facilities, personnel,
classrooms, and buildings. This same right of access is
afforded to an independent educational evaluator or a qualified
professional retained by or on behalf of a parent or child.
For further information, please contact the school principal.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 6:120, Education of Children with Disabilities
PRESS 6:120-AP2,E1 – Exhibit – Request to Access
Classroom(s) or Personnel for Special Education
Evaluation/Observation Purposes
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Education of Children with Disabilities
Education of Children with Disabilities
It is the intent of the district to ensure that students who are
disabled within the definition of Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act are identified, evaluated and provided with
appropriate educational services.
The School provides a free appropriate public education in the
least restrictive environment and necessary related services to
all children with disabilities enrolled in the school. The term
“children with disabilities” means children between ages 3 and
the day before their 22nd birthday for whom it is determined
that special education services are needed. It is the intent of the
school to ensure that students with disabilities are identified,
evaluated, and provided with appropriate educational services.
A copy of the publication “Explanation of Procedural
Safeguards Available to Parents of Students with Disabilities”
may be obtained from the school district office.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 6:120, Education of Children with Disabilities
Professional Personnel Certification Each certified
staff member must have a current Illinois certificate which
legally qualifies him or her for the duties for which he or she
is employed. The staff member shall be responsible for
securing and maintaining a valid certificate.
All teachers, hired on or after the first school day of the
2002-2003 school year and working in a program supported
with Title I funds, shall be highly qualified as defined by Title
I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act and its
implementing regulations as well as State Law.
A federal law called “No Child Left Behind” requires the
school district to inform families if a teacher does not meet the
defined highly qualified status for the subject or course they
are teaching. Parents may request the qualifications of any
teacher.
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Teacher Qualifications Parents/guardians may request
information about the qualifications of their child’s teachers and
paraprofessionals, including
Whether the teacher has met State certification
requirements;
Whether the teacher is teaching under an emergency permit
or other provisional status by which State licensing criteria have
been waived;
The teacher’s college major;
Whether the teacher has any advanced degrees and, if so,
the subject of the degrees; and
Whether any instructional aides or paraprofessionals
provide services to your child and, if so, their qualifications.
If you would like to receive any of this information, please
contact the school office.
Cross-References:
PRESS 5:190, Teacher Qualifications
PRESS 5:190-E1, Notice to Parents of Their Right to Request Their
Child’s Classroom Teachers’ Qualifications
Response to Intervention
Practice of providing high
quality instruction and interventions matched to student need,
monitoring progress frequently to make changes in instruction
or goals, and applying child response data to important
educational decisions.
Counseling and Student Services
A certified school social worker is available at the high
school building. Programs and services offered through the
counseling curriculum address social, emotional, cognitive
and developmental issues of school age children. The social
worker also provides programs in character education and
career exploration activities. The social worker is available to
meet with students on an individual basis to address academic
and school related issues.
Discipline of Students with Disabilities 3
3 School districts in a special education cooperative should insert
the relevant procedures of the cooperative.
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The school and district will comply with the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Illinois State Board of
Education’s Special Education rules when disciplining students with
disabilities. Behavioral interventions will be used with students with
disabilities to promote and strengthen desirable behaviors and reduce
identified inappropriate behaviors. No special education student shall be
expelled if the student’s particular act of gross disobedience or
misconduct is a manifestation of his or her disability as determined
through a manifestation hearing. Any special education student whose
gross disobedience or misconduct is not a manifestation of his or her
disability may be expelled pursuant to the expulsion procedures.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 7:230, Misconduct by Students with Disabilities
Semester Exam
Final exams will be given at the end of each semester.
All students, other than seniors, are required to take semester
exams. Seniors who meet all of the following criteria will not
be required to take second semester final exams their senior
year. 1) no more than 3 absences during the semester, days
out for surgery do not count against the students 3 absences
(extraordinary cases will be considered by administration;)
2) an 80% or higher in the class; 3) no suspensions (in or out
of school). Seniors may take finals in any class if they so
choose. 4) if a student meets/exceeds on all portions of the
PSAE test, the student will be allowed to leave 9th period the
senior year and are exempt from 1st semester exams. During
the scheduled final exams, seniors may go home during
periods in which they do not take exams as long as a signed
permission slip from a parent or guardian is on file in the
office. Exams must be taken during the scheduled class time
unless permission is granted by the building principal.
Class Load
Students at Windsor High School will normally be expected to
carry a minimum class load of six (6) academic subjects and P.E.
Students will only schedule one study hall.
Guidelines for Cooperative Education
Job description: Understanding the principles of employment.
Understanding the need for preparation before entering the work
force. Proved the necessary skills to become a successful employee
and make a positive influence on society.
Course objections: The objectives of Coop are to provide the
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necessary information and skills for the student to become an asset to
his or her workplace. To provide hands on experience to help student
in career choices. To provide the necessary information to help the
student to be the best person on the job. To provide the necessary
information to help the student remain on the job. To provide
information needed to write good resumes and cover letters and to
provide information in filling out applications.
Class requirements:
1. Daily work is expected from each student on time.
2. Proper completion of necessary forms
3. Log books updated weekly on containing financial
transactions and work hours.
4. Quizzes and chapter tests
5. Class projects
6. A minimum of 15 hours weekly of work
7. Maximum of two jobs throughout the school year, with a 1
week period allotted to obtain a job after losing a job.
(This opportunity only offered one time) Students will not
work for any relative.
8. Maintain a C average in all courses
9. Daily attendance-not in attendance in school means not in
attendance at work
10. Teacher observation/evaluations
11. Employer observation/evaluations
Class expectations: Disrespect shown to the teacher or other class
members will result in lowered grades and possible removal from the
classroom. You are expected to work a minimum of 15 hours weekly
for the entire school year. Attendance at school is very important. If
you are not in attendance at school you will not be credited for hours
at work. More than two jobs per school year will result in
termination from class with no credit earned. Result of lower than a
C average in other classes will be termination from class with no
credit earned. Coop students who are terminated from their job will
be removed from the Coop class and enrolled in resource.
Health Occupations
Students are required to pay a $250.00 deposit to the school by
June 30. Upon completion of the class while enrolled in Windsor
School District, your $250.00 deposit will be refunded to you.
Students must maintain a “C” average in all classes. Result of
lower than a “C” average is termination from the class with no
credit earned, loss of deposit and reenroll in classes at
Windsor Jr./Sr. High School. Student must maintain 90%
attendance rate at school. Health Occupations receives 2 class
credit hours.
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Physical Education
All students who are able to take physical education must earn ½
credit each year. Exceptions to this will be students who are enrolled
in health education, driver’s education, juniors and seniors who have
a signed P.E. waiver for scholastic reasons on file in the office, or any
student that has a health condition not allowing participation in
normal physical education activities when such condition is certified
by a doctor’s written statement. Any student not able to or chooses
not to participate in P.E. during the school day will not be allowed to
participate in any sports activities sponsored by the school unless
special permission is received from the principal’s office.
P.E. requires a uniform that consists of shorts and t-shirt. Both
of these items will be available to purchase in the office. Students are
allowed 2 (two) no dresses per semester. The third no dress will
result in removal from the class with no credit. Students are
responsible for replacement costs if lost or damaged. Jewelry is not
allowed during physical education for the safety of the students.
Physical Education Waivers
Physical Education Waiver § 105 ILCS 5/27-6.
(b) A school board is authorized to excuse pupils enrolled
in grades 11 and 12 from engaging in physical education
courses if those pupils request to be excused for any of the
following reasons: (1) for ongoing participation in an
interscholastic athletic program; (2) to enroll in academic
classes which are required for admission to an institution of
higher learning, provided that failure to take such classes
will result in the pupil being denied admission to the
institution of his or her choice; or (3) to enroll in academic
classes which are required for graduation from high school,
provided that failure to take such classes will result in the
pupil being unable to graduate. A school board may also
excuse pupils in grades 9 through 12 enrolled in a marching
band program for credit from engaging in physical
education courses if those pupils request to be excused for
ongoing participation in such marching band program. In
addition, a school board may excuse pupils in grades 9
through 12 if those pupils must utilize the time set aside for
physical education to receive special education support and
services. A school board may also excuse pupils in grades
9 through 12 enrolled in a Reserve Officer's Training Corps
(ROTC) program sponsored by the school district from
engaging in physical education courses. School boards
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who choose to exercise this authority shall establish a
policy to excuse pupils on an individual basis. P. 20
Physicals and Health Records
A student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) shall present proof that
the student received a health examination and received the
current immunizations and screenings for preventable
communicable diseases, as required by the Illinois Department
of Public Health, for freshmen and all new students prior to
the date of enrolling in school. No freshman student will be
allowed to attend Winsor Jr./Sr. High School without a current
physical and immunizations on file in the office. This expense
is to be met by the student. The required health examinations
must be performed by a physician licensed to practice
medicine in all of its branches, an advanced practice nurse
who has written collaborative agreement with a collaborating
physician authorizing the advanced practice nurse to perform
health examinations, or a physician assistant who has been
delegated the performance of health examinations by a
supervising physician.
Unless a student is homeless, failure to comply with the
above requirements by the beginning date of the current
school year will result in the student’s exclusion from school
until the required health forms are presented to the district. If
a medical reason prevents a student from receiving a required
immunization by the beginning of the current school year, the
student must present an immunization schedule and a
statement of medical reasons causing the delay. The schedule
and statement of medical reasons must be signed by a
physician, advanced practice nurse, physician assistant, or
local health department responsible for administering the
immunizations. All new students who are first time registrants
shall have 30 days following registration to comply with the
health examination and immunization records.
A student may be exempted from this policy’s
requirements on religious or medical grounds if the student’s
parent(s)/guardian(s) present to the Superintendent a signed
statement explaining the objection. A student may be
exempted from the health examination or immunizations on
medical grounds if a physician provides written verification.
Communicable Diseases
The school will observe recommendations of the Illinois Department
of Public Health regarding communicable diseases.
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1.
Parents are required to notify the school nurse if they
suspect their child has a communicable disease.
2. In certain cases, students with a communicable disease may
be excluded from school or sent home from school
following notification of the parent or guardian.
3. The school will provide written instructions to the parent
and guardian regarding appropriate treatment for the
communicable disease.
4. A student excluded because of a communicable disease will
be permitted to return to school only when the parent or
guardian brings to the school a letter from the student’s
doctor stating that the student is no longer contagious or at
risk of spreading the communicable disease.
Cross-References:
PRESS 7:280, Communicable and Chronic Infectious Disease
PRESS 7:280-AP, Managing Students with Communicable or
Infectious Diseases
Vision Screening
Vision screening will be done, as mandated, for the
following children; all pre-school children three years of age
or older in an educational program; all kindergarten, second
grade, eighth grade, special education students, transfer
students and teacher referrals. In addition to the mandated
grades, first and fifth grades will also be tested. These vision
tests will be administered sometime between October and
April of the school year. Vision screening is not a substitute
for a complete eye exam and vision evaluation by an eye
doctor. Your child is not required to undergo this vision
screening if an optometrist or ophthalmologist has completed
and signed a report form indicating that an examination has
been administered within the previous 12 months and that
evaluation is on file at the school. This notice is not a
permission to test. Vision screening is not an option. If a
vision examination report is not on file at the school for your
child and your child is in the mandated age/grade/group, your
child will be screened.
Homework
Homework is an important component of the educational
process. Students will be expected to write all assignments into their
planners on a daily basis. The planners may also be used by parents
and teachers for communication purposes.
Schedule Changes
Students will be expected to remain with the class schedule they
have chosen during registration. In cases where schedule changes are
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necessary, they must be made within the first five days of the
semester. No credit will be given to a student who drops a class.
Example: A student who wishes to drop world history at the
semester may do so, but will not receive any credit for the time
he/she has been attending the class. Schedule changes, as well as
independent study, must be approved in the office by teachers,
guidance counselor, principal and parents and documented with an
administrator’s signature.
Early Graduation
Students who have the necessary units of credit are permitted to
graduate early. Any student who desires to graduate early must
indicate their intentions to the principal with a letter of permission
from their parents by October 15 for graduation at the end of the first
semester.
Students who graduate early will not be allowed to participate in
the prom unless invited by a current junior or senior student and will
not be allowed to participate in the senior trip. Students will be
allowed to participate in Baccalaureate and commencement exercises,
providing they pay all necessary fees and attend practices.
General Requirements for Graduation
The graduation requirements are established by the State of
Illinois and the Board of Education. The graduating class of 2013 is
required to have 3 math credits and 2 writing intensive credits in
accordance with P.A. 94-0676. A minimum of 24 credits are needed
for graduation. These credits must include:
2012/2013
4
3
3
3.5
1
0.5
0.5
0.5
1
2
Credits of English
Credits of Mathematics (Accounting will meet math
requirements for senior only)
Credits of Science (General and Biology I, and an
elective)
Credits of Social Studies (Including: US History,
World History, Illinois History, Civics, Ethnic)
Credit in Fine Arts or Foreign Language
Credit of Health
Credit of Drivers Ed
Credit of Resource Management (may proficiency by
test for 0 course credits or 2 credit of interrelated coop)
Credit of computer applications
Credits of PE
Students must pass the Constitution test to be eligible for
graduation.
College Bound Recommendations
A college bound student should consider their future college
course of study in determining other courses that might be beneficial
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to their field.
4 years English
2 years Foreign Language or Fine Arts
3 or more years - Math
3 or more years - Social Studies
3 or more years - Science
Cultural Diversity will be writing intensive and meet the criteria set
forth by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Seniors with plans to enroll at any university should make
application for admission and housing early in October.
All state-supported colleges and universities now require
applicants to take the ACT test. Since some scholarships require this
test during the spring of the junior year, college-bound students are
advised to take this test at that time. However, the ACT is
administered at intervals of about three months, and may be taken by
college-bound students at any of these times.
Students may be granted 3 excused absences to visit a college or
colleges. These days must be approved by the principal and arranged
in advance through the guidance counselor.
Alternative High School Credit
Windsor High School may accept up to 1 credit towards
graduation from an Illinois State recognized or University affiliated
correspondence school. Windsor High School may accept up to 1
credit towards graduation from on-line courses or the Illinois Virtual
High School, assuming the class is not offered at WHS or with
permission from the office. The maximum number of credits that can
be transferred back to WHS for credit towards graduation shall not
exceed 2 credits total including credit earned from a community
college or university, as well as correspondence schools or the
Illinois Virtual High School. There will be no limit on the number of
credits given through the dual credit opportunities that are available
through Lakeland.
Students who have been home schooled will be tested and
evaluated, then placed at their level of competency. Pathways and
Bridges placements are based upon district referral and credits earned
in those programs are transferable for graduation.
Credit for Alternative Courses and Programs, and Course
Substitutions 4
Correspondence Courses
A student enrolled in a correspondence course may receive high
school credit for work completed, provided:
4 This handbook procedure provides options that are available to
schools. Consult your school district policy manual to assure
consistency with district policy.
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1.
The course is given by an institution accredited by the North
Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools;
2. The student is a fourth or fifth year senior;
3. The student assumes responsibility for all fees; and
4. The building principal approves the course in advance.
A maximum of 6 units of credit may be counted toward the
requirements for a student’s high school graduation.
Credit for Proficiency
Proficiency credit is available in limited subjects where a student
demonstrates competency. Contact the building principal for details.
Distance Learning Courses, Including Virtual or Online Courses
A student enrolled in a distance learning course, including a virtual or
online course, may receive high school credit for work completed,
provided:
1. The course is offered by an institution approved by the
superintendent or designee;
2. The course is not offered at the student’s high school;
3. The student assumes responsibility for all fees (including
tuition and textbooks); and
4. The building principal approves the course in advance.
Students may be limited as to the number of distance learning courses
that apply toward high school credit. Grades earned in approved
distance learning courses count toward a student’s grade point
average, class rank, and eligibility for athletic and extracurricular
activities. The district may pay the fee for expelled students who are
permitted to take virtual or online courses in alternative settings.
Exchange Programs
An exchange student will be granted a diploma if he or she
completes the criteria for graduation established by the State of
Illinois and the School Board. The board may grant a certificate of
attendance to exchange students.
District students will receive high school credit for foreign
exchange courses that meet the criteria established in the curriculum
and that are approved by the building principal. International study
course work not meeting district requirements may be placed in the
student’s permanent record and recorded as an international study
experience.
Summer School and Independent Study
A student will receive high school credit for successfully
completing: (1) any course given by an institution accredited by the
North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, and
(2) independent study in a curriculum area not offered by the District,
provided the student obtains the consent of a supervising teacher as
well as the building principal.
College Courses
A student who successfully completes community college
courses may receive high school credit, provided:
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1.
2.
3.
The student is a senior in good academic standing;
The course is not offered in the high school curriculum;
The course is approved in advance by the student’s guidance
counselor and the building principal; and
4. The student assumes responsibility for all fees.
A maximum of 6 units of credit may be counted toward the
requirements for a student’s high school graduation.
Dual Credit Courses
A student who successfully completes a dual credit course may
receive credit at both the college and high school level.
Foreign Language Courses
A student will receive high school credit by studying foreign
language in an approved ethnic school program, provided such
program meets the minimum standards established by the State Board
of Education.
The amount of credit will be based on foreign language
proficiency achieved. The building principal may require a student
seeking foreign language credit to successfully complete a foreign
language proficiency examination.
Military Service
The board may accept military service experience as credit
toward graduation, provided the student making the request has a
recommendation from the U.S. Commission of Accreditation of
Service Experiences. The student seeking credit shall supply any
documents or transcripts necessary to support the request.
Volunteer Service Credit Program
A student may earn high school credit through community
service activities. The Superintendent shall implement the
volunteer service credit program to ensure student enrichment,
educational growth, and personal welfare. Students shall
receive the amount of credit given for the completion of one
semester of language arts, math, science, or social studies.
Youth Apprenticeship Vocational Education Program (Tech
Prep)
Students participating in the Youth Apprenticeship
Vocational Education Program (Tech Prep) may earn credit
toward graduation for work-related training received at
manufacturing facilities or agencies.
Vocational Academy
Students enrolled in the Vocational Academy earn credit
toward graduation as provided in the Academy’s design.
Substitutions for Courses
A student in grades 9-12 may satisfy one or more high
school courses (including physical education) or graduation
requirements by successfully completing related vocational or
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technical education courses if:
1. The building principal approves the substitution and
the vocational or technical education course is
completely described in curriculum material along
with its relationship to the required course; and
2. The student’s parent/guardian request and approve
the substitution in writing on forms provided by the
district.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 6:310, Credit for Alternative Courses and Programs, and
Course Substitutions
Clubs and Organizations
Classes: Early in the school year, each class selects class officers.
Class meetings are held monthly, or as often as required, to conduct
class business. Each class will have one or more faculty advisors.
These advisors must approve all class activities.
Jobey Dunscomb Chapter of the National Honor Society: The
procedure and rules regarding selection must be fair,
nondiscriminatory, consistently applied, and written for public
dissemination. Schools are not obligated to share with parents and
students information concerning non-selection of specific students.
According to legal counsel for the National Association of Secondary
School Principals, no constitutional due process requirements apply
in non-selection cases. Neither the National Council nor the NASSP
shall review the judgment of the faculty council regarding selection
of individual members to the local chapter. Following are the current
selection rules:
1. Only those students who have been in the school the
equivalent of one semester may be considered for membership.
2. Membership is open to qualified sophomores, juniors, and
seniors.
3. The academic requirement is at least 4.20 on a 5.0 scale
4. Other criteria for selection must be leadership, service, and
character.
Each candidate will be ranked on a scale of 1 to 4 and must receive
an average of 3 or above in these categories. All teachers will have
the opportunity to comment on each candidate, but the committee of
5 will make all final selections.
FFA: The FFA is an organization of vocational agriculture students.
The FFA involves its members in a wide variety of activities to
improve leadership and occupational skills. The Windsor FFA
Chapter works closely with the Windsor FFA Alumni Chapter in
activities that include judging contests, public speaking, supervised
occupational experience programs, and numerous public service
activities. Representatives of the chapter attend the National FFA
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Convention every other year, the State FFA Convention every year
and the Farm Progress Show every third year. The FFA is for all
students interested in a future in agriculture. Both young men and
women have benefited the from FFA experience at WHS.
ART CLUB: Art Club is an organization for high school students
with a special interest in art. Contest participation, fund-raising and
trip to art galleries are the planned activities.
SPANISH CLUB: The Spanish Club is composed of students who
are taking or have taken Spanish l. The meetings of this group help
develop interest in the language and the people who speak it.
STUDENT COUNCIL: An organization of class representatives
engaged in student government.
Field Trips
Field trips offer students an educational opportunity outside the
school building. All students are required to attend class field trips
when possible. Exceptions may occur at the discretion of the teacher
and administration when it is deemed that absences from other
classes will be a detriment to successful completion of other classes.
Any student who is failing one or more classes at the time of the field
trip may not be allowed to participate in that field trip. Any student
who receives an out of school suspension will forfeit participation in
any school sponsored field trip for the remainder of the school year.
Drivers License Cancellation
Public Act 94-0916 The act provides that no drivers license or
instruction permit shall be issued to any applicant who is under 18
years of age and not legally emancipated by marriage, unless he/she
is a high school graduate, is enrolled in GED course, has obtained a
GED, is enrolled in a high school or college, or is receiving home
instruction. Likewise, a drivers license or instruction permit shall be
cancelled if a student under 18 years of age drops out of school. The
clerk of secretary of the school board shall furnish quarterly reports
to the Regional Superintendent and the Secretary of State that
includes the name of: pupils whose withdrawal is due to
extraordinary circumstances, pupils who have enrolled in school, any
pupil certified to be a chronic or habitual truant. Each local school
district shall establish, in writing, a set of criteria for use by the
superintendent in determining whether a pupil’s failure to attend
school is the result of extraordinary circumstances, including but not
limited to economic or medical necessity or family hardship.
Drivers Education
Student must pass 8 courses over the previous two semesters to
be eligible for driver’s education.
Senior Trip
Each year graduating seniors will take a class trip which
must include a visit to Washington D.C. To be eligible to go
on the trip, each class member must raise his/her share of the
money. Starting with the 2010-2011 school year, grades 9-12
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students will raise 150 points each year, for a total of 600 by
January 1st of their senior year. Students do have the option
of paying $600.00. A point system will be used to determine
who is eligible for the trip. Each student will receive one
point for every dollar of profit he/she raises. Each student
must earn 150 per year. A student who does not raise 150
points each year will not be eligible for the trip. Students will
be allowed to purchase points. All money collected and
earned by the class becomes property of the class. All money
is owed to the class is due by April 1 of that school year.
Students who miss the class trip are not entitled to any
reimbursement.
Seniors who do not go on the class trip are required to be
in school all day during the school days the seniors are on the
trip. Any student not in attendance immediately following the
trip will be subject to disciplinary action. Also, seniors must
be in good standing in regard to grades/discipline. The point
system is based solely on the senior trip. Other fund raising
activities may occur for other activities. Any student who is
failing one or more classes at the day prior to departure will
not be allowed to attend the trip.
Interscholastic Athletics and Competition
Boy’s baseball, basketball, golf, football, and track teams are
organized and compete with other schools in our area. All boys are
invited to try out for any of these teams. Girls’ volleyball, softball,
track, basketball and golf teams are organized and compete with
other schools in our area. All girls are invited to try out for any of
these teams.
Cheerleaders are chosen each spring during tryouts. A
maximum of twelve high school and ten (five 7 th grade and five 8th
grade, vacancies created by lack of participants at one grade level
may be filled by the other grade level) junior high cheerleaders are
selected. They must meet the same eligibility requirements as the
athletes. A faculty advisor directs their activities.
Junior high and high school scholastic bowl teams compete with
area schools. All students are invited to try out.
Windsor has a No Pass No Play Athletic Policy
All athletes are required to pass a physical examination and have
an approved insurance program and meet the eligibility requirements
in order to participate in extracurricular activities. No student will be
allowed to practice or participate until the physical, insurance and
eligibility requirements are met.
There is a $20 fee per sport, maximum $40 per student, $50 per
family for participating in these activities.
The Student Handbook is in effect during all interscholastic
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and extracurricular events and practices.
Extra Curricular Activities
The student council sponsors homecoming and pre-homecoming
activities held in December. A senior homecoming queen/king are
elected by students and crowned during the homecoming dance.
The junior/senior prom, the main social event of the school year,
is held each year in the spring. Only juniors and seniors and their
dates are allowed to attend
School dances are primarily for WHS students---not a public
function. The school reserves the right to determine who is eligible
to attend and specify rules for the dance. Guest must be under 21
years of age.
Students are allowed to bring a guest (A person who does not
attend WHS.) The host student is responsible for clearing the guest’s
attendance and is responsible for the behavior of the guest. Guests
must be under 21 years of age.
Students absent on the day of a dance may not attend the dance.
Junior high and high school students are not allowed to attend
each other’s dances.
Attendance at School Dances
Attendance at school-sponsored dances is a privilege.
Only students who attend the school may attend school-sponsored
dances, unless the principal or designee approves a student’s guest in
advance of the event. A guest must be “age appropriate,” defined as
under 21.
All school rules, including the school’s discipline code and dress
code are in effect during school-sponsored dances. In particular,
students shall not:
1.
2.
3.
Use, posses, distribute, purchase, or sell tobacco
materials.
Use, possess, distribute, purchase, or sell alcoholic
beverages.
Use, possess, buy, sell, barter, or distribute any illegal
substance or paraphernalia;
4.
Use, possess, buy, sell, barter, or distribute any object that
is or could be considered a weapon or any item that is a
“look alike” weapon.
5. Vandalize or steal;
6. Haze other students;
7. Behave in a manner that is detrimental to the good of the
school; or
8. Be insubordinate or disrespectful toward teachers and
chaperones.
Students who violate the school’s discipline code will be required
to leave the dance immediately, and the student’s parent/guardian will
be contacted. The school may also impose other discipline as outlined in
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the school’s discipline code.
Cross-references:
PRESS 6:190, Extracurricular and Co-Curricular Activities
PRESS 7:240-AP1, Code of Conduct for Extracurricular Activities
School Regulations
There will be a $25 fee for any returned check.
Internet Usage
Students may have access to Internet for class assignments and
research by signing, with their parents, an Internet Authorization
form. Administration and the technology coordinator shall have the
right and responsibility to pull a student’s Internet privileges for any
violation of the authorization agreement.
Announcements
Important information is posted daily on the bulletin board near
the main entrance. Students should read this bulletin board several
times during the day!
In order to place posters and announcements on the bulletin
boards, students must obtain permission from a faculty member.
The announcements are posted on the school website at
www.windsor.k12.il.us.
Visitors
All visitors are to report to the office upon entering the building.
Visitors to the building will be issued a pass. Appointments for
conferences with staff members need to be made ahead of time and
should be scheduled after school or during the teacher’s preparation
time. Parents should make arrangements with the principal if they
wish to visit the classroom. It is the principal’s responsibility to
determine the appropriateness and duration of the visit so as not to
interfere with the educational process.
Medication
If medication must be administered during the school day in
order to allow the student to attend school, the following rules
apply:
1. Parent/guardian or adult must bring medication to the
office. Students are not allowed to transport medication
to school.
2. Students will need to come to the office at the
appropriate time designated on the medication form.
3. As students are not allowed to carry medications
(except inhalers), all medication will need to be
picked up at the end of the year by a parent of
guardian. If the medication is not picked up, it will
be destroyed after the last day of school.
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4.
The appropriate medical forms must be completed and
returned to the office.
Non Prescription Medications
1) Non prescription medications must have a
medical form filled out by the parent/guardian.
2) All non prescription medications will be kept in
the office and given out for self administration
by student.
Prescription Medications
1) All prescription medications must have a
medical from filled out by the parent/guardian
and the medical provider.
2) All prescription medications will be kept in the
office and will be given out for self
administration by student.
Inhalers
1) As a prescription medication, a medical from
will need to be filled out by the parent and the
medical provider.
2) Students, upon parent and medical provider
request, will be permitted to carry the inhaler
with them.
Students with Food Allergies
State law requires our school district to annually inform parents of
students with life-threatening allergies or life-threatening chronic
illnesses of the applicable provisions of Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal statutes, state
statutes, federal regulations and state rules.
If your student has a life-threatening allergy or life-threatening
chronic illness, please notify the building principal at (000) 000-0000.
Federal law protects students from discrimination due to a
disability that substantially limits a major life activity. If your student
has a qualifying disability, an individualized Section 504 Plan will be
developed and implemented to provide the needed supports so that your
student can access his or her education as effectively as students without
disabilities.
Not all students with life-threatening allergies and life-threatening
chronic illnesses may be eligible under Section 504. Our school district
also may be able to appropriately meet a student's needs through other
means.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 7:285, Food Allergy Management Program
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Care of Students with Diabetes
If you child has diabetes and requires assistance with
managing this condition while at school and school functions,
a Diabetes Care Plan must be submitted to the school
principal. Parents/guardians are responsible for and must:
a. Inform the school in a timely manner of any change
which needs to be made to the Diabetes Care Plan on
file with the school for their child.
b. Inform the school in a timely manner of any changes
to their emergency contact numbers or contact
numbers of health care providers.
c. Sign the Diabetes Care Plan.
d. Grant consent for and authorize designated School
District representatives to communicate directly with
the health care provider whose instructions are
included in the Diabetes Care Plan.
For further information, please contact the Building Principal.
Cross Reference:
Pending
Head Lice Policy
Head lice and scabies require the school to remove students
from class upon detection. During such instances, the school will call
parents immediately upon detection, and parents are asked to take the
child home for treatment. If a student is sent home for head lice the
following procedures will be followed:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Day 1 student will be sent home.
Day 2 Student will be checked upon entering and must
have a label from the bottle of shampoo or box and
must have a note from the parent stating the student
has been shampooed and the date.
Day 3 Student will be checked upon entering school. If the
student has nits remaining in the hair, the student will be
sent home from school. The student will need to go to the
Shelby County Health Department and get a pass to reenter
school.
On the fourth consecutive day of absence, the student will
receive an unexcused absence and each consecutive day
thereafter will be unexcused.
Administrative Procedure – Communicable and Infectious
Diseases
When the building principal receives notification that a child in
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the district has been diagnosed as having a contagious disease,
acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), aids-related complex
(ARC), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the principal shall
immediately notify the superintendent of the child’s identity. The
principal may, as necessary, disclose the identity of the infected child
to those persons who, by federal or state law, are required to decide
the placement or educational program of the child, the school nurse,
and the applicable classroom teachers. Others may be informed as
necessary, provided the child’s identity is not revealed.
The administration shall observe all rules of the Illinois
department of public health regarding communicable and chronic
infectious disease. The superintendent shall develop and implement
procedures for the district to report to the local health authority,
where appropriate, known or suspected cases of a communicable and
chronic infectious disease involving a district student. The collection
and maintenance of the student’s medical information shall be done
in a manner which ensures the strictest confidentiality and is in
accordance with federal and state laws regarding student records.
The determination of whether the student with a communicable
and chronic infectious disease shall be permitted to attend school in a
regular classroom setting or participate in school activities with other
students shall be made on a case-by-case basis by the communicable
and chronic infectious disease review team, the student’s personal
physician and local health authorities, and the multi-disciplinary
committee.
If the infected student is not permitted to attend school in a
regular classroom or participate in school activities with other
students, due to a determination that he or she poses a high risk of
transmission of a communicable and chronic infectious disease to
other students and staff, every reasonable effort shall be made to
provide the student with an adequate alternative education. State
regulations and school policy regarding homebound instruction shall
apply. Temporary removal of the student from the district’s
classroom(s) made be appropriate when:
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the student lacks control of bodily secretions;
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the student has open sores that cannot be covered
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the student demonstrates behavior (e.g. biting) which
could result in direct inoculation of potentially infected
body fluids into the bloodstream.
Temporary removal of the student from the classroom for those
reasons listed above is not to be construed as the only response to
reduce risk of transmission of a communicable and chronic infectious
disease. The district shall be flexible in its response and attempt to
use the least restrictive means to accommodate the student’s needs.
The removal of a student with a communicable and chronic
infectious disease from normal school attendance shall be reviewed
by the communicable and chronic infectious disease review team, in
consultation with the student’s personal physician and local public
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health authorities at least once every month to determine whether the
condition precipitating the removal has changed.
When a student returns to school after an absence due to a
communicable and chronic infectious disease, the school
administration may require that he or she present a certificate from a
physician licensed in the state of Illinois stating that the student
qualifies for readmission to school under the rules of the Illinois
Department of Public Health which regulate periods of incubation,
communicability, quarantine and reporting.
If the parent(s)/guardian(s) disagree with the student’s
alternative educational placement or program, they shall be offered
the opportunity to an appeal to the school board within 10 days of
their notification of the decision of the communicable and chronic
infectious disease review team.
The superintendent or a designee shall be responsible for
communicating and interpreting the district’s communicable and
chronic infectious disease policies and procedures to school district
personnel, parents, students, and community persons.
Guidelines for Use of the Library
The library offers students and staff various types of media for
their academic and recreational use. This is OUR library, and the
school board, administration, faculty, and librarian want you to USE
it, but not ABUSE its contents.
The library contains hardbound and paperback books (fiction
and non-fiction). Non-fiction hardbound books have been assigned a
Dewey Decimal Classification Number. There are 10 major
classifications with unlimited subdivisions. There are reference
books such as encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, and who’s who
books, and many others on various subjects. These books, which are
marked “R”, are not to be checked out of the library.
The library presently subscribes to approximately 30 magazines.
These will be displayed in the library. A Reader’s guide to Periodical
Literature is available for back issues of the magazines.
The library presently receives local newspapers that may be read by
students in the library. Also, available in the library are pamphlets
(located in the vertical file), college catalogs, tapes, records, and
filmstrips, computers, and CD’s.
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Behavior Please observe common rules of courtesy. Loud and
excessive talking and abuse of the materials and equipment are
not considered acceptable behavior. Those students that abuse
the library will be denied its use or receive other appropriated
disciplinary action.
Length of Loans Materials may be borrowed for 2 weeks. One
additional renewal period of 2 weeks is permitted. Students must
bring with them materials to be renewed when they request a
renewal.
Fines Five cents per day (school days only) for each item will be
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charged for materials returned late. Fine and overdue notices
will be posted on the main bulletin board. A person whose fine
is not paid or who has materials overdue 1 week or more will
not be permitted to check out more materials until his/her record
is clear. Fines must be paid to the librarian.
Lost and Damaged Materials A student is financially
responsible for materials lost or damaged while charged out to
him/her. If a student loses library materials, he/she should
report that fact to the librarian as soon as possible.
Arrangements can be made to have the fine stopped and to pay
for the lost volume. Students must pay for the cost of the
material, plus any fine. If the materials are later found, the
amount the student paid will be refunded to him/her, but not the
fine.
Reshelving Students are to return all checked-out
materials through the book return slot on the checkout
desk. The student is expected to reshelve current
magazines, newspapers, encyclopedias, dictionaries, and
any other reference materials.
Computers Computers are for academic use only. At no
time are students to check e-mail using the schools
computers. No games may be played. Violation of this
policy will result in the student’s privileges being
revoked. The areas behind the checkout and librarian’s
desk and the back issues of magazines are all off-limits to
students other than the library assistants on duty.
Textbooks
Student textbooks are provided for each student. Normally, the
student pays for rental of such texts at the time of registration. Any
student who qualifies for free or reduced lunch may also request a waiver
for fees at a reduced or free rate. This waiver may be picked up in the
office. Textbooks are picked up at first scheduled class.
Students are responsible for the care and maintenance of all
textbooks assigned to them. A book condition report will be filled out by
the student at the beginning of each class. The book will be checked at
the end of the class for damage and the student will be held accountable
for all damage or the loss of textbooks.
Fines, Fees, and Charges; Waiver of Student Fees
The school establishes fees and charges to fund certain school
activities, including [list fee-based activities]. Some students may be
unable to pay these fees. Students will not be denied educational
services or academic credit due to the inability of their parent or guardian
to pay fees or certain charges. Students whose parent or guardian is
unable to afford student fees may receive a fee waiver. A fee waiver
does not exempt a student from charges for lost and damaged books,
locks, materials, supplies, and/or equipment.
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Applications for fee waivers may be submitted by a parent or
guardian of a student who has been assessed a fee. A student is eligible
for a fee waiver if the student currently lives in a household that meets
the income guidelines, with the same limits based on the household size,
that are used for the federal free meals program.
The building principal will give additional consideration where one
or more of the following factors are present:
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An illness in the family;
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Unusual expenses such as fire, flood, storm damage, etc.;
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Seasonal employment;
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Emergency situations; or
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When one or more of the parents/guardians are involved in a
work stoppage.
Within 30 days, the building principal will notify the parent/guardian if the
fee waiver request has been denied, along with the appropriate appeal
process. If you have questions regarding the fee waiver process, you may
contact the building principal at [insert address and phone number.
Cross-references:
PRESS 4:110, Transportation
PRESS 4:140, Waiver of Student Fees
PRESS 4:140-AP, Fines, Fees, and Charges – Waiver of Student Fees
PRESS 4:140-E1, Application for Fee Waivers
PRESS 4:140-E2, Response to Application for Fee Waiver, Appeal, and Response to
Appeal
Illinois law now gives school districts two options with respect
to school fee waiver applications. Option #1 allows a district
to use students’ application for free meals. Previously, this was
the only option available to school districts and requires
schools to follow guidelines of the free meals program to
determine students’ eligibility for a fee waiver. Option #2 now
establishes a new application process to determine students’
eligibility for a fee waiver. This second option is still based on
the same income guidelines established by the federal meals
program, but allows a district more flexibility in verifying the
information in students’ fee waiver applications. This model
policy follows new option #2. This procedure is consistent
with the Illinois Association of School Board’s PRESS
Service.
2 This optional language follows the Illinois Association of
School Board’s PRESS Service policy.
Lunch Program
The cafeteria is a non-profit organization. All students are to pay
for lunches on the first day of each week. All payments are to be placed
in the lunch payment box located near the office bulletin board. THERE
WILL BE A $25 FEE FOR ANY RETURNED CHECK. Any student
who qualifies may receive free lunches or pay reduced price. Forms for
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requesting free and reduced lunch prices are included in the registration
packet and are available at any time in the office. Students must
maintain a positive lunch account balance or they will be served an
alternative to hot lunch. If you would like a weekly update on your
child’s lunch/breakfast account e-mailed to you, please send your e-mail
address to dheintz@windsor.k12.i.us. If a parent or guardian would like
to pick up a student, the parent or guardian must come into the office and
sign out the student and when returning sign the student back into school
Treats & Snacks [K-8]
Due to health concerns and scheduling, treats and snacks for any
occasion must be arranged in advance with the classroom teacher. All
treats and snacks must be store bought and prepackaged in individual
servings. No homemade treats or snacks are allowed at school. Treats
and snacks may not require refrigeration and must have a clearly printed
list of ingredients on the packaging. We strongly encourage you to select
a treat or snack with nutritional value.
Leaving Campus for Lunch
The Windsor School Board has adopted a policy of closed campus.
Vending Machines
Water will only be allowed in the school at the principal’s
discretion. The water must be purchased at the school, other water
containers will not be allowed. Other beverages and food are not
allowed at school during school hours unless accompanied by a sack
lunch. Any abuses of these guidelines will result in turning off or
removal of the machines.
Telephones
The office telephone is a business phone and may be used by
students with the permission of the office staff. Students using the office
phone for club or activity business purposes should have written
permission from their sponsor. Abuse of this policy will result in
disciplinary measures.
Lockers
School lockers are property of the school. Administration has
access to lockers at any time.
1. There is to be no sharing of lockers other than assigned.
2. Lockers are provided free of charge.
3. Locker checks are made from time to time; thus lockers are to
be kept clean and neat.
4. Personal locks are encouraged and must be registered in the
office.
5. Lockers must be emptied and cleaned by the student at the end
of the school year.
6. Students will be charged for locker defacement or damage.
7. Students may not keep open food or drinks in their locker.
Lunches should be kept in a secure container
It is not advisable to keep money or valuables in lockers. Students
are not to open lockers other than their own without permission of the
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person assigned to that locker.
Search and Seizure of Property
Certified employees and school administrators may search a student
and/or personal effects (e.g., purses, wallets, knapsacks, book bags, lunch
boxes, etc.) when there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the
search will produce evidence that the particular student has violated or is
violating either the law or district student conduct rules. The search itself
must be conducted outside the view of others and in such a manner
which is reasonably related to its objectives and not excessively.
If a search produces evidence that the student has violated or is
violating the law or the district’s policies or rules, such evidence may be
seized and impounded by school authorities and disciplinary actions may
be taken. When appropriate, such evidence may be transferred to law
enforcement authorities.
Sex Offender Notification Law
Sex Offender Notification Law
State law prohibits a convicted child sex offender from being
present on school property when children under the age of 18 are
present, except for in the following circumstances as they relate to
the individual’s child(ren):
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2.
3.
To attend a conference at the school with school personnel to
discuss the progress of their child.
To participate in a conference in which evaluation and
placement decisions may be made with respect to their child’s
special education services.
To attend conferences to discuss issues concerning their child,
such as retention or promotion.
In all other cases, convicted child sex offenders are prohibited
from being present on school property unless they obtain written
permission from the superintendent or school board.
Anytime that a convicted child sex offender is present on school
property for any reason – including the three reasons above –
he/she is responsible for notifying the principal's office upon
arrival on school property and upon departure from school
property. It is the responsibility of the convicted child sex offender
to remain under the direct supervision of a school official at all
times he/she is in the presence or vicinity of children.
A violation of this law is a Class 4 felony.
Cross-References:
PRESS 4:170-AP2, Criminal Offender Notification Laws
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Student Restraint
A teacher may use force when necessary to restrain a student from
harming another student because teachers are responsible for the welfare
of the students.
Criteria for School Bus
1. To be eligible to ride the school bus you must live one and one
half miles from the assigned school or in a designated
hazardous walking area.
2. For all trips, buses will be boarded at the designated origin of
the trip (grade school or high school, usually). There will be
no stopping en-route to pick up or let off passengers during the
trip.
3. Students riding the bus to an event must ride the bus back to
the point of the trip’s origin after the event is finished. The
only exception is for the student to ride home with their
parents. To do this a written note from the parents must be
submitted to the school administration, or designee.
4. Students will be picked up and let off the bus at previously
designated pick up points only, their home, the babysitter, or
home of a relative. Pick up points may be designated group
pick up points. Pick up points must be on currently established
routes.
5. Students may have only one alternate pick up point, plus their
residence. (For instance: home and grandparent’s house.)
When a student is riding to their alternate pick up/drop off
point, they must have previously given a written note to the
school office.
6. Students who have received three bus conduct reports in one
school year will have their bus riding privileges temporarily
suspended.
7. After being dropped off at school, students should report
directly to the school.
. School Bus Regulations
School bus riders, while in transit, are under the jurisdiction of the
school bus driver.
It is recommended that all riders, parents of riders, and teachers
become thoroughly familiar with the following regulations governing
school bus riders.
1. Be on time at the designated school bus stop. Help keep the
bus on schedule.
2. Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus.
3. Be careful in approaching the place where the bus stops.
Do not move toward the bus until the bus has been brought
to a complete stop.
4. Do not leave your seat while the bus is in motion.
5. Be alert to a danger signal from the driver.
6. Remain in the bus in the event of a road emergency until
the driver gives instructions.
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Keep hands and head inside the bus at all times after
entering and until leaving the bus. Do not throw anything
out of the bus windows.
Remember that loud talking and laughing or unnecessary
confusion diverts the driver’s attention and could result in a
serious accident.
Be absolutely quiet when approaching a railroad-crossing
stop.
Treat bus equipment as you would valuable furniture in
your home. Never tamper with the bus or any of its
equipment.
Assist in keeping the bus safe and sanitary at all times. No
eating is allowed on the bus.
Carry no animals on the bus.
Keep books, packages, coats, and all other objects out of
the aisles.
Be courteous to fellow pupils and the bus driver.
Help look after the safety and comfort of smaller children.
Do not ask the driver to stop at places other than the regular
bus stop; he/she is not permitted to do this except by
proper authorization from a school district.
Observe safety precautions at discharge point. Where it is
necessary to cross the highway, proceed to a point at least
10 feet in front of the bus on the right shoulder of the
highway where traffic may be observed in both directions.
Then wait for a signal from the bus driver permitting you to
cross.
Observe the same rules and regulations on other schoolsponsored trips as you observe between home and school.
Respect the wishes of the chaperone appointed by the
school.
Skateboards
Students are not to use or be in possession of skateboards on
school property at any time. Those who violate this rule will
have the skateboard confiscated and will serve a discipline to
be determined by the handbook guidelines. Parents may pick
up any confiscated skateboards from the building principal.
Automobile Policy
The policy of the Board of Education of Windsor Community
Unit #1 requires that parents of students, and students who drive to
school, sign a vehicle agreement. This agreement states the
following:
We realize that, for the welfare of the driver and others, the
driver must maintain the following conditions.
1. The vehicle will be driven directly to school and will be
parked in the school lot. The vehicle will not be parked on
a public street or at a private home.
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2.
The driver will obey all signs, street and highway
markings, speed limits, signal lights, and other traffic
regulations.
3. The vehicle, after being parked in the lot, will be vacated
immediately.
4. The vehicle will be neither used nor occupied during the
school day, including lunch period, except by special
permission from the office.
5. No obscene or suggestive bumper stickers are allowed on
vehicles parked in the lot.
6. Students may not have weapons, drugs or alcohol in
vehicles parked in the school parking lot.
Students who must drive must park in the parking lot in such a
way as to allow buses to load and unload. Parking in front of the
building is reserved for visitors and staff. The driveways into the
parking lot are to be kept open at all times. Students must observe
markings in the lot and park accordingly.
All drivers are cautioned to drive with care, within the speed
limits, and with consideration of the congestion of students, cars, and
buses near the school. All student cars are to be parked in the east
asphalt parking lot and are to remain there until buses leave. Any
need for deviation from this policy must have the approval of the
principal.
In order to maintain a safe and orderly environment, sometimes
it is necessary to inspect a student’s vehicle. The administration of
Windsor Community Unit #1 reserves the right to search any vehicle
parked on Windsor Community Unit #1 property. Failure to permit a
search will result in immediate and permanent loss of driving
privileges.
Asbestos
Please be advised that asbestos is present in the District 1 school
buildings. An asbestos management plan is in place and may be
viewed at the school Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
You may receive a copy of this plan paying five cents per page
copying fees.
Pesticide Application
Windsor CUSD #1 employs the services of an extermination
service on a regular basis. If notification is necessary before
pesticides are applied in the building, parents must call the school
office to be included on a list of persons to be notified. Persons
included on this list will be notified three days in advance of pesticide
application.
Personnel
General Personnel – Abused and Neglected Child Reporting
A district employee who has reasonable cause to suspect that a
student may be an abused or neglected child shall report such a case
to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. The
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employee shall notify the superintendent or building principal that a
report has been made. Any employee hired after July 1, 1986, shall
sign a statement to the effect that the employee has knowledge and
understanding of the reporting requirements of the act.
Agency and Police Interrogation
Police Interrogation
1. The building principal will check the police officer’s
credentials and any legal papers such as warrants for
arrests, search warrants, or subpoenas to be served.
2. The building principal will attempt to contact the student’s
parent(s)/guardian(s) if possible, and inform them that the
student is subject to an interview. In extreme emergency
situations, DCFS employees, law enforcement personnel,
or treating physicians may, in effecting temporary
protective custody, request that the district not notify
parents until the child’s safety is ensured. The building
principal should ask that such a request be put in writing.
The parent(s)/guardian(s) will be given the opportunity to
be present and be represented by legal counsel at their own
expense. Interviews of minor students without permission
of the parent(s)/guardian(s) is not permitted unless a legal
process is presented or in emergency situations.
3. Interviews will be conducted in a private setting. If the
parent(s)/guardians(s) are absent, the building principal and
one other adult witness, selected by the building principal,
will be present during the interview.
4. Interview proceedings will be documented in writing for
inclusion in the student’s temporary records.
5. No minor student shall be removed from the school by the
police officer without the consent of a
parent(s)/guardian(s), except upon service of a valid
warrant of arrest or in cases of warrantless temporary
protective custody.
Reciprocal Reporting of Criminal Offenses Committed by
Students
1. The School principal and/or the Police Department School
Liaison Office will arrange meetings as needed between
school officials and individuals representing law
enforcement to share information.
2. The Police Department School Liaison Officer and the
School Principal will verbally report to each other the
following activities when committed by students enrolled
in the Principal’s school.
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Unlawful use of weapons under Section 42-1 of the
Criminal Code of 1961
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A violation of the Illinois Controlled Substances Act
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A violation of the Cannabis Control Act
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3.
4.
A forcible felony as defined in Section 2-8 of the
Criminal Code of 1961
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All cases involving illegal or controlled substances
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All cases involving a weapon of any type
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All cases involving gang activity
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All cases involving a serious crime or felony
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Any other case for which the reporting may be
beneficial
a. The reporter should identify the student by name
and describe the circumstances of the alleged
criminal activity. Local law enforcement
officials must certify in writing that the
information received from the school will not be
disclosed to any other party except as provided
by State law without the prior written
consent of the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s).
b. The report should be made as soon as possible
after the Liaison Officer or Principal reasonably
suspects that a student is involved in such
activity.
c. The School Principal’s duty to report such
activity arises only when the activity occurs on
school property or off school grounds at a school
related function.
The State’s Attorney shall provide to the School Principal a
copy of any delinquency dispositional order where the
crime would be a felony if committed by an adult, or was a
Class A misdemeanor in violation of Section 24-1, 24-3,
24-3.1, or 24.5 of the Criminal Code (weapons offenses.)
Local law enforcement shall provide a copy of all arrest
records, and the State’s Attorney shall provide a copy of all
conviction records, to the School Principal if the record
involves a student who is arrested or taken into custody
after his or her 17th birthday.
LEGAL REF:
CROSS REF:
105 ILCS 5/10-20.14
705 ILCS 405/1-7 and 1-8(F)
2:150, 7:150
Student Records
School student records are confidential and information from them
will not be released other than as provided by law.
The school and district routinely discloses “directory” type
information without consent. Directory information is limited to:
name, address, gender, grade level, birth date and place, parents’
names and address; academic awards, degrees and honors;
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information in relation to school-sponsored activities, organizations,
and athletics; major field of study; and period of attendance at the
school. Any parent/guardian or eligible student (student 18 or older)
may prohibit the release of directory information by delivering a
written request to the building principal.
State and Federal law gives parents and eligible students certain
rights with respect to their student records. These rights are:
1. The right to inspect and copy the student’s education
records within 15 school days of the day the school
receives a request for access. There may be a small charge
for copies, not to exceed $.35 per page. This fee will be
waived for those unable to afford such cost.
2. The right to request the amendment of the portion student’s
education record that the parent/guardian or eligible student
believes is inaccurate, misleading, irrelevant, or improper.
3. The right to permit disclosure of personally identifiable
information contained in the student’s education records,
except in certain circumstances. Disclosure is permitted
without consent in the case of directory information and to
school officials with legitimate educational or
administrative interests. Disclosure is also permitted
without consent to: any person for research, statistical
reporting or planning, provided that no student or
parent/guardian can be identified; any person named in a
court order; appropriate persons if the knowledge of such
information is necessary to protect the health or safety of
the student or other persons; juvenile authorities when
necessary for the discharge of their official duties who
request information before adjudication of the student; and
in other cases permitted by law.
4. The right to complain to the U.S. Department of Education
if the school or district fails to comply with the above.
Federal officials can be contacted at:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue.
SW Washington, D.C. 20202-4605
Cross-References:
PRESS 7:340, Student Records
Title VI Minorities - Equal educational opportunities shall be
available for all students without regard to race, color, national
origin, ancestry, sex, ethnicity, language barrier, religious beliefs,
physical and mental handicap or disability, or economic and social
conditions, or actual or potential marital or parental status.
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Title IX Sex Equity - No student shall, on the basis of sex, be
denied, equal access to programs, activities, services, or benefits or
be limited in the exercise of any right, privilege, advantage, or denied
access to educational and extracurricular programs and activities.
The following Windsor Community Unit School District
Employees are responsible for various mandated assurances:
Section 504 Handicap
Title IX Sex Equity
Mr. Geoff Schoonover,
Superintendent
1424 Minnesota
Windsor, IL 61957
(217) 459-2661
Mr. Geoff Schoonover,
Superintendent
1424 Minnesota
Windsor, IL 61957
(217) 459-2661
Mr. Erik Van Hoveln, Principal
1424 Minnesota
Windsor, IL 61957
(217) 459-2636
Title VI Minorities
Mr. Geoff Schoonover,
Superintendent
1424 Minnesota
Windsor, IL 61957
(217) 459-2661
Cynthia Bankson
808 Wisconsin
Windsor, IL 61957
Homeless Child’s Right to Education
When a child loses permanent housing and becomes a homeless
person as defined at law, or when a homeless child changes his
or her temporary living arrangements, the parent or guardian of
the homeless child has the option of either:
1.
continuing the child's education in the school of origin for
as long as the child remains homeless or, if the child
becomes permanently housed, until the end of the academic
year during which the housing is acquired; or
2.
enrolling the child in any school that non-homeless students
who live in the attendance area in which the child or youth
is actually living are eligible to attend.
Assistance and support for homeless families includes:
Educational organizations and schools:
Food bank and meal programs:
Local service organizations (Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc.):
Family shelters:
Medical services:
Other support:
Cross-References:
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PRESS 6:140, Education of Homeless Children
PRESS 6:140-AP, Education of Homeless Children
Parent’s School Visitation Rights
The School Visitation Rights Act permits employed parents who are
unable to meet with educators because of a work conflict the right to
an allotment of time during the school year to attend necessary
educational or behavioral conferences at the school their child
attends. 820IlCS 147/1 et seq. School districts must notify parents of
their rights under the Act including:
1. Upon written request, employers must grant employees
leave of up to eight hours per school year, not to exceed
four hours in any given day, to attend their children’s
classroom activities or school conferences which cannot be
scheduled during non-work hours.
2. For regularly scheduled, non-emergency visitations, the
school district will make time available for visitation during
both regular school hours and evening hours.
3. The school district will provide documentation to the parent
of the time and date of each school visitation upon a
parent’s assertion of their rights under the Act.
Students Rights and Procedures
Explanation
A grievance is a difference of opinion raised by a student or
group of students involving: (1) the meaning, interpretation or
application of established policies, (2) difference of treatment, or (3)
application of the legal requirements of civil rights legislation.
This procedure is not intended to limit the option of the district
and the grievant (s) to resolve any grievance mutually and informally.
Hearings and conferences under this procedure shall be conducted at
a time and place which will afford a fair and equitable opportunity for
all persons.
The grievance procedure is not required if the grievant (s)
prefers other alternatives such as the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) or
the courts. Due process shall exist throughout the procedure with the
right to: (1) have representation; (2) present witnesses and evidence;
(3) provide confidentiality; (4) review relevant records; and, (5)
proceed without harassment and /or retaliation. More detailed
information is available in the offices of the superintendent and
building principal.
Step I
The student (s) and/or parents (s) should discuss the matter with
the person (s) directly responsible for the grievance issue within
fourteen (14) days of the time when a reasonably alert person should
have been aware of the event giving rise to a grievance. An oral
response must be made within five (5) days.
Step II
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If the problem is not resolved, the grievance should be referred
informally to: (name of the person and title of next higher authority;
i.e., department head, assistant principal). A meeting must be held
within five (5) days from notification of referral and an oral response
made within five (5) days.
Step III
If the grievance is still not resolved, it should be submitted in
writing within ten (10) days to: Coordinator for Title IX and Section
504. The grievance should be described as specifically and
completely as possible. A thorough investigation of the issue will be
documented. Extra time, if needed, can be mutually agreed upon. A
meeting must be held between the grievant and district representative
within ten (10) days and a written response made within five (5)
days.
Step IV
If a satisfactory solution is not reached, the grievant (s) may
appeal the issue in writing to the superintendent or designee within
ten (10) days from the receipt of the response of Step III. A meeting
between parties will be held within ten (10) days and a written
response made within five (5) days. A complete record of this
meeting shall be kept and signed by both parties for possible future
references.
Step V
If the issue is not satisfactorily resolved on Step IV, the grievant
(s) may appeal the grievance in writing to the School Board within
five (5) days from the receipt of the written response. The Board
shall consider the appeal within sixty (60) days and a written
response shall be given within five (5) days.
The grievance procedure for students is published in the district
student handbook and publications that reach all students including
those in special education. The procedure along with explanations,
due process and directions are available for inspection in the
following office: superintendent and building principal.
It is the policy of this district that all grievances be resolved
quickly and at the lowest step possible.
Explanations
Grievance A grievance is a difference of opinion raised by a student
or a group of students involving: (1) the meaning, interpretation or
application of established policies, (2) difference of treatment, or (3)
application of the legal requirements of civil rights legislation.
Grievant Any student or group of students submitting a grievance in
their own behalf.
Days Days when school is in session
Due Process
Right to Representation The grievant (s) may choose to be
represented by an attorney or other person of their choosing, such as
a relative or advocate. Issues of ordinary school operation should,
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however, be resolved as informally as possible.
Right to Present Witnesses and Evidence Grievant (s) shall be
allowed to present the grievance with relevant evidence and pertinent
witnesses. Both parties shall have the opportunity for hearing and
questioning witnesses.
Time Limits All participants shall adhere to the time limits
prescribed for each level. Failure by the administration at any step of
the procedure to communicate the decision on the grievance within
the specified time shall permit the grievant (s) to proceed to the next
step. Failure on the part of the grievant (s) to appeal the decision to
the next step within the specified time limits shall be deemed to be an
acceptance of the decision rendered at that step.
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Unless state laws and right-to-privacy laws are violated, all
relevant records with names and identifying information
must be made available to the grievant (s) for use as
evidence in the grievance issue.
Privacy During the grievance procedure except at Step IV, the
grievant (s) shall have the right to designate whether the procedure
and meetings will be confidential, including names and related
information.
Reprisals – Retaliation Participant in a grievance submitted in this
district shall not be subjected to reprisals, retaliation or different
treatment because of such participation. Participation shall not be
recorded in the student file (s) or used to affect equal opportunity for
access and entry in educational programs and services.
MODEL NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS CONCERNING
STUDENT RECORDS
The following model notice meets the annual notification
requirements of both FERPA and ISSRA as of June 1, 2009.
Note that the section of the model notice entitled “Directory
Information” has been completed illustratively. Every school district
should make its own determination regarding the specific data it deems
appropriate to be designated as directory information, subject to
FERPA and ISSRA limitations. Also, if the district uses consultants or
contractors to perform certain school functions which may require them
to have access to student records, the district should identify those
contractors in paragraph 4.a. of the Notification as being among the
school officials having a legitimate educational interest in such
access.
STUDENT RECORDS
Notification of Rights of Parents and Students
Rules concerning student records at Windsor Community Unit
School District No. 1 are based on requirements of the federal Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act, the Illinois School Student Records
Act, and on the Board of Education's Student Records Policy.
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The Student Records Policy may be reviewed in District
administrative offices. Questions concerning the policy, the
information provided below, or particular student records should
be directed to the student's guidance counselor or to the building
principal.
Permanent and Temporary Records
A student's permanent record consists of:
1. Basic identifying information, including the student's and
parents' names and addresses, student birth date and place,
and gender.
2. Academic transcript, including grades, class rank, graduation
date, grade level achieved, and scores on college entrance
exams.
3. Attendance record.
4. Accident reports and health record.
5. Record of release of permanent record information.
All permanent student records will be destroyed 60 years after the
student graduates or permanently withdraws from school.
A student's temporary record consists of:
1. Family background information.
2. Intelligence test scores and aptitude test scores.
3. Reports of psychological evaluations, including information
obtained through test administration, observation or
interviews.
4. Elementary and secondary achievement level test results.
5. Teacher anecdotal records.
6. Disciplinary information.
7. Honors and awards received, and participation in co
curricular and extracurricular activities.
8. Special education files including the report of the
multidisciplinary staffing on which placement (or nonplacement) was based, and all records and tape recordings
relating to special education placement hearings and
appeals.
9. Any verified reports or information from non-educational
persons, agencies or organizations and other verified
information of clear relevance to the education of the
student.
10. Record of release of temporary record information.
Student temporary records will be destroyed five years after a student
graduates or permanently withdraws from school.
Directory information
The following information is designated as directory information
and shall be released to the general public, unless the parent requests in
writing, delivered to the building principal by October 1,
or within
30 days of initial enrollment, that any or all such information not be
released:
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1.
Identifying information, including the student's name,
address, telephone listing, photograph, grade level, birth
date and place, and parents' names and addresses.
2. Academic awards, degree and honors.
3. Information in relation to school-sponsored activities,
organizations, and athletics.
4. Period of attendance in the school.
[Applicable only at high school level:] Military Recruiters &
Institutions of Higher Learning [HS]
Requests from Military or Institutions of Higher Learning
Upon their request, military recruiters and institutions of higher
learning will be given access to students’ names, addresses and
telephone numbers. Parents who do not want their child’s name
to be released (or students over the age of 18 who do not want
their name released) should contact the building principal.
Cross-References:
PRESS 7:340-AP, Student Records
Parent and student rights in regard to student records
Parents, or a student who has become 18 years old (“eligible student”),
have the right to:
1. Inspect and copy the student's education records within 15
days of the date the District receives a request that
identifies the records which the parent or eligible student
wishes to inspect. The principal will make arrangements
for access and will notify the parent or student of the time
and place where the records may be inspected. There will
be a charge of 10 cents per page for copies.
2. Request the amendment of student records that the parent
or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading, by
writing to the school principal. The written request should
clearly identify the part of the record sought to be changed,
and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the
District determines not to make the requested changes, the
District will so notify the parent or student of its decision,
of the right to a hearing regarding the request for
amendment, and of the procedures for such a hearing.
3. Receive, upon request, copies of records proposed to be
destroyed. The school will notify parents and students of
the records destruction schedule.
4. Consent to disclosures of personally identifiable
information contained in the student's education records,
except to the extent that disclosure without consent is
authorized by state or federal statute.
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a.
Among the types of disclosure without consent
allowed by statute is disclosure to a school official
with legitimate educational interests, meaning a
person who needs to review an education record in
order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities.
The term "school official" may for these purposes
include an administrator, certified or support staff
member (including health or medical staff and law
enforcement unit personnel), school board member, or
person or company with whom the District has
contracted to perform a special task (such as an
attorney, auditor, medical consultant, therapist, or
diagnostician), or a parent or student serving on a
school-established disciplinary or grievance
committee.
b.
The District will disclose a student's education records
without consent to a school in which the student seeks
or intends to enroll, upon request by that school,
subject to the right of the parents (or student, as
applicable) upon notice of the proposed transfer to
inspect and copy the records and to seek amendment
of their contents using the procedure described above.
5. File a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education
concerning alleged failure by the District to comply with
the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act. The address of the agency that administers
the Act is:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-5901
Limitation on right of access where court order of protection exists
No person who is prohibited by a court order of protection from
inspecting or obtaining school records of a student shall have any right
of access to the school records of that student, if the school’s principal
or the principal’s designee has been provided a copy of such order.
Other protections
A parent or student may not be forced by any person or agency to
release information from the student's temporary record in order to
secure any right, privilege or benefit, including employment, credit or
insurance.
Geoff Schoonover Supt.
Windsor Community Schools
1424 Minnesota
Windsor, Illinois 61957
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Phone 217-459-2661 Fax Same
Directions
Each step of authority shall acknowledge in writing the date of
receipt of the written grievance with the statement that the issue will
be considered promptly.
By Step III the grievance must be submitted in writing, dated
and signed with name of the attendance center and the grade level of
the grievant (s). The issue should be described as specifically and
completely as possible. Include the name of anyone who will
represent the grievant (s). A statement of possible relief necessary to
resolve the issue should be offered.
If the issue is of the type that would require a decision from
higher authority, the facts surrounding the grievance should be
compiled in writing and submitted to the proper level of authority,
operating through appropriates channels. All levels of authority shall
give immediate attention to the grievance issue, being aware of the
specified timeliness. Copies of the written answers to the grievant (s)
shall be submitted to the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and
/or building principal. This response shall contain a summary of the
evidence determined; the conclusion (s) reached with reasons and
shall be delivered to each grievant (s). If hand delivery with receipt
cannot be made, certified mail will be used.
Guidelines for Student Distribution of Non-School-Sponsored
Publications
A student or group of students seeking to distribute more than
10 copies of the same material on one or more days to students must
comply with the following guidelines:
1. The student(s) must notify the building principal of the
intent to distribute, in writing, at least 24 hours before
distributing the material. No prior approval of the material
is required.
2. The material may be distributed at times and locations
selected by the building principal, such as, before the
beginning or ending of classes at a central location inside
the building.
3. The building principal may impose additional requirements
whenever necessary to prevent disruption, congestion, or
the perception that the material is school-endorsed.
4. Distribution must be done in an orderly and peaceful
manner, and may not be coercive.
5. The distribution must be conducted in a manner that does
not cause additional work for school personnel. Students
who distribute material are responsible for cleaning up any
materials left on school grounds.
6. Students must not distribute material that:
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a.
Will cause substantial disruption of the proper
and orderly operation and discipline of the school
or school activities;
b. Violates the rights of others, including but not
limited to, material that is libelous, invades the
privacy of others, or infringes on a copyright;
c. Is socially inappropriate or inappropriate due to
the students’ maturity level, including but not
limited to, material that is obscene, pornographic,
or pervasively lewd and vulgar, contains indecent
and vulgar language, or sexting as defined by
School Board policy and Student Handbook;
d. Is reasonably viewed as promoting illegal drug
use; or
e. Is primarily prepared by non-students.
7. A student may use the School District’s Uniform Grievance
Procedure to resolve a complaint.
8. Whenever these guidelines require written notification, the
appropriate administrator may assist the student in
preparing such notification.
A student or group of students seeking to distribute 10 or fewer
copies of the same publication on one or more days to students must
distribute such material at times and places and in a manner that will
not cause substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation
and discipline of the school or school activities and in compliance
with paragraphs 4, 5, 6, and 7.
Students are prohibited from accessing and/or distributing at
school any pictures, written material, or electronic material, including
material from the Internet or from a blog, that:
1. Will cause substantial disruption of the proper and orderly
operation and discipline of the school or school activities;
2. Violates the rights of others, including but not limited to
material that is libelous, invades the privacy of others, or
infringes on a copyright;
3. Is socially inappropriate or inappropriate due to maturity
level of the students, including but not limited to material
that is obscene, pornographic, or pervasively lewd and
vulgar, or contains indecent and vulgar language;
4. Is primarily intended for the immediate solicitation of
funds; or
5. Is primarily prepared by non-students, unless it is being
used for school purposes. Nothing herein shall be
interpreted to prevent the inclusion of material from outside
sources or the citation to such sources as long as the
material to be distributed or accessed is primarily prepared
by students.
The distribution of non-school-sponsored written material must
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occur at a time and place and in a manner that will not cause
disruption, be coercive, or result in the perception that the distribution
or the material is endorsed by the school district.
Cross Reference:
PRESS 7:310, Restrictions on Publications
Student Privacy Protections
Surveys by Third Parties
Before a school official or staff member administers or
distributes a survey or evaluation created by a third party to a student,
the student’s parent/guardian may inspect the survey or evaluation,
upon their request and within a reasonable time of their request. This
applies to every survey: (1) that is created by a person or entity other
than a district official, staff member, or student, (2) regardless of
whether the student answering the questions can be identified, and (3)
regardless of the subject matter of the questions.
Parents who object to disclosure of information concerning their
child to a third party may do so in writing to the building principal.
Surveys Requesting Personal Information
School officials and staff members will not request, nor disclose,
the identity of any student who completes any survey or evaluation
(created by any person or entity, including the school or district)
containing one or more of the following items:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the
student’s parent/guardian.
Mental or psychological problems of the student or
the student’s family.
Sexual behaviors or attitudes.
Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning
behavior.
Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom
students have close family relationships.
Legally recognized privileged or analogous
relationships, such as those with lawyers, physicians,
and ministers.
Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the
student or the student’s parent/guardian.
Income other than that required by law to determine
program eligibility.
The student’s parent/guardian may inspect the survey or
evaluation upon, and refuse to allow their child to participate in the
survey. The school will not penalize any student whose
parent/guardian exercised this option.
Surveys Requesting Personal Information
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School officials and staff members will not request, nor disclose,
the identity of any student who completes any survey or evaluation
(created by any person or entity, including the school or district)
containing one or more of the following items:
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Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the
student’s parent/guardian.
Mental or psychological problems of the student or
the student’s family.
Sexual behaviors or attitudes.
Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or
demeaning behavior.
Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom
students have close family relationships.
Legally recognized privileged or analogous
relationships, such as those with lawyers,
physicians, and ministers.
Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the
student or the student’s parent/guardian.
Income other than that required by law to
determine program eligibility.
The student’s parent/guardian may inspect the survey or
evaluation upon, and refuse to allow their child to participate in the
survey. The school will not penalize any student whose
parent/guardian exercised this option.
Windsor Jr. Sr. High School Athletic Handbook
This Code of Conduct applies to all school-sponsored activities
that are neither part of an academic class nor otherwise carry credit or
a grade. Sponsors shall create a roster of students who are members
or participants in an extracurricular activity and maintain attendance
records.
The goal of the extracurricular program is to provide
opportunities for students to pursue interests and develop life skills
beyond the classroom. An additional goal of the athletic program is
to develop the physical skills of student athletes, which will allow
them to compete to the best of their ability within the school board
policies and the by-laws of any association of which the school is a
member.
Members must conduct themselves at all times, including after
school and on days school is not in session, as good citizens and
exemplars of their school. They must behave in ways that are
consistent with good sportsmanship, leadership, and appropriate
moral conduct. They are expected to demonstrate good citizenship
and exemplary conduct in the classroom, in the community, and
during all facets of the activity.
The Code of Conduct below describes the expectations and
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goals of the extracurricular and athletic programs. This code does not
contain a complete list of inappropriate behaviors for students in
extracurricular activities and athletics. A student may be excluded
from activities or competition while the school is conducting an
investigation regarding that student’s conduct.
Code of Conduct
A student participating in any activity or athletic program will
be subject to disciplinary action if he or she violates this Code of
Conduct for extracurricular activities. Violations will be treated
cumulatively, with disciplinary penalties increasing with subsequent
violations.
The Student shall not:
1. Violate the district’s policies or procedures on student
discipline;
2. Use a beverage containing alcohol (except for religious
purposes);
3. Use tobacco in any form;
4. Use, possess, buy, sell, barter, or distribute any illegal
substance or paraphernalia;
5. Use, possess, buy, sell, barter, or distribute any object that
is or could be considered a weapon or any item that is a
“look alike” weapon. This prohibition does not prohibit
legal use of weapons in cooking and in sports, such as
archery, martial arts practice, target shooting, hunting, and
skeet;
6. Attend a party or other gathering and/or ride in a vehicle
where alcoholic beverages and/or controlled substances are
being consumed by minors;
7. Act in an unsportsmanlike manner;
8. Vandalize or steal;
9. Haze other students;
10. Violate the written rules for the activity or sport;
11. Behave in a manner that is detrimental to the good of the
group or school;
12. Be insubordinate or disrespectful toward the activity’s
sponsors or team’s coaching staff;
13. Falsify any information contained on any permit or
permission form required by the activity or sport.
1.
2.
3.
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility will be determined each Friday beginning the
Friday prior to the first week of games. Eligibility will
begin on the Friday of the first week of school for fall
sports that have had games prior to the first day of school.
Semester eligibility will revert to IHSA or IESA Rules.
The coach will notify the student on Friday if they are
ineligible for the following week.
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
1.
The eligibility week runs from Sunday to Saturday.
Students must be passing all courses during the eligibility
period.
If a student is deemed ineligible, the student must make
contact with the teacher on at least two occasions for the
purpose of improving schoolwork. Students deemed
ineligible will be allowed to attend practices but will not be
allowed to attend games during the period of ineligibility.
If a student is ineligible for three (3) weeks (consecutive or
nonconsecutive) during a season, the student will be
dismissed from the team.
A student must be in attendance a half (1/2) day in order to
participate in extracurricular activities. This includes
practices and competition. Students participating in sports
must be at school by 11:30 a.m.
A student must be in attendance a half (1/2) day prior to
competition assuming the competition takes place on a day
in which students are not in attendance. The half-day
absence may be either morning or afternoon but must be
approved by the building administration. An exception will
be made if there is a doctor’s note provided.
Any unexcused absence for any part of the day will result
in the student not being allowed to participate in practice or
competition that day or until the student is in attendance the
following school day. A student who receives an alternative
classroom will not participate in practice or competition the
day the placement is to be served or until the time that the
penalty has been fulfilled. This may include holidays,
weekends, or other days in which there is no school.
In case of an alternative classroom placement, the student
may be present in “street clothes” but may not participate
until the punishment has been fulfilled.
In the case of an out-of-school suspension, the student will
not be allowed to participate or be present at any school
activity until the punishment has been fulfilled.
Pom teams must have a minimum of 6 members to begin
the season in order to have a team.
Eligibility will be determined from the school office at 3:20
on Thursday of each week.
Participation Requirements
Missing a practice without an approved excuse will result
in the student not dressing for the next game. The student
will continue attending practices. Three (3) unexcused
absences will result in the student being removed from the
team.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Missing a game without an approved excuse may result in
the students being dismissed from the team for the balance
of the season at the judgment of the coaching staff.
All participating students will ride the bus to and from
extracurricular activities. Any exception must have prior
approval of the building principal or designee.
No athlete will be permitted to travel to or from an
extracurricular activity with any person other than the
student’s parent/guardian unless extraordinary
circumstances exist. Administration approval and a note
from the parent or guardian are required before the student
is allowed to ride with someone other than the
parent/guardian and will not be accepted at the site/time of
the game.
Any student who willfully rides home from an event
without the coach’s permission will be suspended from the
next game.
Missing practice for another school activity cannot result in
an unexcused practice.
Use of Tobacco Products, Alcohol, and Controlled
Substances
Due Process Procedures
Students who are accused of violating the Code of Conduct for
extracurricular activities are entitled to the following due process:
1. The student should be advised of the disciplinary infraction
with which he or she is being charged.
2. The student shall be entitled to a hearing before an
appropriate administrator.
3. The student will be able to respond to any charges leveled
against him or her.
4. The student may provide any additional information he or
she wishes for the administrator to consider.
5. The administrator, with the help of other staff members if
needed, may interview material witnesses or others with
evidence concerning the case.
a. If the administrator finds, after reviewing the
evidence, that the violation occurred, he or she
will impose sanctions on the student, as follows:
b. Sanctions for violations other than tobacco, drug,
and alcohol will be based on the nature of the
offense and the number of offenses, and may
include suspension from all activities or sports:
c. Sanctions for tobacco, alcohol, and other drug
violations will be based on the following:
 A specified period of time or percentage of
events, competitions, or practices
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 The remainder of the season or for the next
season.
 The remainder of the student’s high school
career.
1) Tobacco
First Violation:
Students who are seen using, possessing,
buying, selling, bartering, or distributing
tobacco by a reputable source: A suspension
of one third (1/3) of the total number of
performances, activities, or competitions or
the remainder of the season, whichever is
shorter. The student will be required to
practice with the group, regardless of the
violation (unless suspended or expelled from
school).
Second Violation:
Students who are seen using, possessing,
buying, selling, bartering, or distributing
tobacco by a reputable source: The student
will be dismissed from the team for the
remainder of the season.
Third Violation:
Students who are seen using, possessing,
buying, selling, bartering, or distributing
tobacco by a reputable source: The student
will be dismissed from all performances,
activities, or competitions for the period of
one calendar year from the date of
punishment.
2) Alcohol and Controlled Substances
First Violation:
Students who are seen using, possessing,
buying, selling, bartering, or distributing
alcohol or a controlled substance, attending
a party or riding in a vehicle where alcoholic
beverages and/or controlled substances are
being consumed by a reputable source: A
suspension of 1 season , including
suspension from all performances, activities,
or competitions during this period.
Second Violation
Students who are seen using, possessing,
buying, selling, bartering, or distributing
alcohol or a controlled substance, attending
a party or riding in a vehicle where alcoholic
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6.
beverages and/or controlled substances are
being consumed by a reputable source: A
suspension for one calendar year will result
including suspension from all performances,
activities, or competitions during this period.
Third Violation:
Students who are seen using, possessing,
buying, selling, bartering, or distributing
alcohol or a controlled substance , attending
a party or riding in a vehicle where alcoholic
beverages and/or controlled substances are
being consumed by a reputable source: A
suspension from extracurricular activities for
the remainder of the student’s high school
career.
Note: Reputable source is a person whom
which the coach or principal would consider
to be a reliable source.
The administrator will make a written report of his or
her decision and rationale. The student may appeal
the decision to the Superintendent.
All students remain subject to the school board’s student discipline
policy and/or the school’s student handbook and the disciplinary
measures listed in them.
1.
Personal Conduct
Good personal conduct must be maintained at all times,
including on the bus, during the competition, and before or
after the competition. Poor conduct will result in the
following penalty:
a.
b.
c.
2.
3.
First Offense
Second Offense
Third Offense
Warning
Will not dress for game
Dismissal from team
Any or all of the steps may be surpassed depending on the
severity of the incident.
IHSA guidelines will be followed for unsportsmanlike
conduct at a game. Any player ejected from a contest for
unsportsmanlike conduct shall be ineligible for the next
interscholastic contest at that level of competition and all
other interscholastic contest at any level in the interim, in
addition to other penalties the IHSA or the school may
assess.
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1.
2.
3.
IHSA/IESA Rules and Regulations
Illinois High School Association/Illinois Elementary School
Association rules and regulations take precedence in any situation
involving the respective activities and individual students.
IHSA/IESA rules and regulations will be strictly adhered to.
Where the IHSA/IESA rules and regulations are indicating
a minimum by which schools and students must comply
and an upgrading of those standards is permissible within
the IHSA framework, the administration and coaching staff
reserve the right to do so.
Athletic Award Policy Procedures
All Athletic awards will be issued by the Windsor Community
Unit #1 school system with the sanction of the athletic staff
(principal, athletic director, and head coaches).
To earn a varsity letter at Windsor Jr./Sr. High School one must:
1. “Go out” for a varsity sport, complete the season and
participate in 25% of the varsity games.
2. Stay eligible as to the requirements of the IHSA and
Windsor CUSD#1.
3. Develop and maintain a good mental attitude.
4. Attend practice satisfactorily and show improvement.
5. Care for and return all equipment issued to you.
6. Follow any additional requirements prescribed by
individual coaches of each sport subject to the approval of
the athletic director and the principal
Note: Anyone who earns a varsity letter will not receive a junior
varsity letter in the same sport. A student can only earn one “W”
during his/her high school career.
Disclaimer
All handbook and school rules apply to all school sponsored
events, even those activities occurring off campus. This handbook
does not equate to an irrevocable contractual commitment to the
student, but only reflects the current status of the rules and policies.
Athletic Rules & Code of Conduct
The Athletic Code applies to all students who want to participate
in athletics. Athletics includes competitive sports, extracurricular
activities, cheerleading and pom-poms. This code applies in addition
to other rules and regulations concerning student conduct and
imposes additional requirements on student athletes and cheerleaders.
Participation in athletics is a privilege. Those who participate in
athletics have a responsibility to favorably represent the school and
community. Student athletes are expected to conduct themselves both
in and out of school in a manner appropriate to their responsibilities
as representatives of the school and district. If a student fails to
comply with the terms of this code, the privilege to participate in
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athletics may be lost in accordance with the terms of this Athletic
Code.
IHSA [or] IESA
Eligibility for most athletics is also governed by the rules of the
Illinois High School Association [or] Illinois Elementary School
Association and, if applicable, these rules will apply in addition to
this Athletic Code. In a case of a conflict between IHSA [or] IESA
and this Athletic Code, the most stringent rule will be enforced.
Requirements for Participation
An athlete must have the following fully executed documents on
file at the school office before the athlete's first participation in any
activity:
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A current physical examination report completed by a
physician licensed in Illinois to practice medicine in
all its branches which finds the athlete is physically
able to participate; and
A permission slip to participate in the specific sport
in which the athlete intends to participate signed by
the athlete's parent or guardian; and
Proof the athlete is covered by medical insurance;
and
A receipt showing the athlete and his/her parents
received a copy of the Athletic Code, understand the
terms of the Athletic Code and agree to abide by its
terms and conditions.
A signed agreement by the student not to use any
drugs on the IHSA’s most current banned drug
classes list and an agreement to take part in random
testing for these substances.
A signed agreement by the student’s parent or
guardian authorizing random performance-enhancing
substance testing and recognizing the dangers of drug
use.
Behavioral Conduct
Misconduct by student-athletes will not be tolerated. Misconduct
shall include but shall not be limited to:
a. Insubordination; or
b. Any behavior or action which is negligently or
intentionally injurious to a person or property or
which places a person or property at risk of injury
or damage; or
c. Any behavior which disrupts the appropriate
conduct of a school program or activity; or
d. Hazing, bullying, or harassment of any kind; or
e. Use of profanity; or
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f.
g.
Exhibition of bad sportsmanship; or
Violation of any school rules or regulations or
law.
Coaches and school officials will impose disciplinary measures
appropriate to the offenses committed. The discipline imposed for
any particular offense shall be at the sole and exclusive discretion of
the coaching staff and school officials.
*This handbook procedure contains both required language and
optional language that represents best educational practice. Consult
your school district policy manual to assure consistency and alignment
with district policy.
*Select the appropriate text if your school is a member of IESA or
IHSA.
*Required for IHSA schools.
*Required for IHSA schools.
Drugs, Alcohol and Tobacco
Except with respect to prescription drugs used by the person for
whom such drugs were prescribed in the manner intended by the
prescribing medical doctor, the possession, use, distribution, purchase
or sale of any alcoholic beverage, drug, drug paraphernalia,
controlled substance, look alike, tobacco or tobacco product or any
other substance which, when taken into the human body is intended
to enhance performance or alter mood or mental state, including any
item or substance which is represented by a student to be, or is
believed by a student to be any of the foregoing, regardless of the true
nature or appearance of the substance, is prohibited in school
buildings, on school buses and on all other school property or school
related events at any time. This prohibition shall include all school
sponsored or school related activities, whether held before or after
school, evenings or weekends and shall additionally include a
prohibition of use by a student athlete in any instance where the
school can demonstrate a reasonable connection to the school
program or school athletic program. For purposes of this procedure,
students who are under the influence of prohibited substances shall be
treated in the same manner as though they had prohibited substances
in their possession.
Rules in Effect
The rules set forth in this Athletic Code are in effect throughout
the calendar year and twenty-four hours a day, whether or not school
is in session and including vacation periods, and holidays. The rules
apply on and off campus and whether or not the misconduct occurs at
school or a school-sponsored activity or in some other locale. The
rules apply from the beginning of the athlete's first tryout or practice
in the first sport which the athlete attempts until the completion of the
athlete's athletic eligibility in all sports.
[or]
The rules set forth in this Athletic Code are in effect throughout
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the school year from the first practice session for any particular sport
during a particular school term until the last day of that sport or until
the last day of the school term whichever comes last and twenty-four
hours a day, whether or not school is in session and including
vacation periods, and holidays. The rules apply on and off campus
and whether or not the misconduct occurs at school or a schoolsponsored activity or in some other locale. The rules apply to an
athlete from the beginning of the athlete's first tryout or practice in
the first sport which the athlete attempts until the completion of any
school year or the completion of the athlete’s season whichever
comes last.
Absence from School on Day of Activity
An athlete who is absent from school after noon on the day of an
activity is ineligible for any activity on that day unless the absence
has been approved in writing by the principal. Exceptions may be
made by the coach: 1) for a medical absence pre-arranged with the
coach or 2) for a death in the athlete's family. An athlete who has
one or more truancies or who has been suspended from school may
be suspended from participation in athletic activities by
administration.
An athlete who is absent from school on a Friday before a
Saturday event may be withheld from Saturday activities at the sole
discretion of the coach.
Travel
All athletes shall travel to athletic events and return home from
athletic events with the team on which the athlete competes by use of
school approved means of transportation. A written waiver of this
rule may be issued by a coach or administrator upon advance written
request of an athlete's parent or guardian and provided the parent or
guardian appears and accepts custody of the athlete. In no case shall
a waiver be issued unless the alternate means of transportation
anticipated by the waiver will be provided by the parent. Oral
requests shall not be honored and oral permissions shall not be valid.
Any student athlete found to be in violation of this policy shall
be subject to discipline in accordance with the school district's
athletic discipline policies, rules and regulations as provided herein.
Cross-References:
PRESS 6:190, Extracurricular and Co-Curricular Activities
PRESS 6:190-AP, Eligibility for Participation in
Extracurricular Activities
PRESS 7:240, Conduct Code for Participants in
Extracurricular Activities
PRESS 7:240-AP1, Code of Conduct for Extracurricular
Activities
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