TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Mission and Vision Statement……………………………………………………………………………………..……..3
Staff Directory……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..3
Assistance Directory……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..4
SCHOOL CALENDAR AND SCHEDULES
2013-2014 School Calendar………………………………………………………………………………………..……..4
2013-2014 Grading Periods……………………………………………………………………………………………….5
Bell Schedule……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………..5
Club Schedule……………………………………………………………………………………………………….………….6
GENERAL INFORMATION
Cafeteria………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………6
Career Major Clusters & High School Program of Study………………………………………………………..7
Collection of Debts…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7
Gifted and Talented Program…………………………………………………………………………………………….7
Graduation Requirements………………………………………………………………………………………………….8
Guidance & Counseling……………………………………………………………………………………………………..8
Hall Passes………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8
Illness at School……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….8
Inclement Weather…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9
Individual Learning Plan (ILP)……………………………………………………………………………………..…….9
Library Information…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9
Lockers……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………10
Lost and Found……………………………………………………………………………………………………….………10
Private Enterprise……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..10
Procedure For early Dismissals…………………………………………………………………………………………10
Public Property……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….11
Pupil Progress Reporting………………………………………………………………………………………………….11
School Clubs…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..11
Seniors…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
Student Academic Referral……………………………………………………………………………………………….12
Student Insurance…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
Student Publications………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
Telephone Calls………………………………………………………………………………………………………………12
Textbooks………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………12
SITE BASE DECISION MAKING COUNCIL POLICIES
Acceptable Use Policy………………………………………………………………………………………………………13
Athletic Participation Policy………………………………………………………………………………………………21
Attendance Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………21
Attendance Policy for Extracurricular and Co-Curricular Activities…………………………………………21
Cell Phone Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….21
Credit Requirement Scale Policy……………………………………………………………………………………….23
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Dual Credit Policy………………………………………………………………………………………………….………..23
Credit Recovery Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………….……… 24
Extra-Curricular Eligibility…………………………………………………………………………………………………25
Final Exam Exemption Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………26
Final Exam Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………26
Gang Activity Policy………………………………………………………………………………………………………..26
Graduation Ceremony Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………27
Homecoming Policy………………………………………………………………………………………………………..27
Homework Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………28
Independent Study Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………….29
Medication Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………30
Performance Based Credit Policy……………………………………………………………………………………..30
Practical Living/Vocational Careers Policy………………………………………………………………………….31
Prom Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………31
Secondary GED Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………..32
Senior Awards Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………….32
Senior Class Representative Policy……………………………………………………………………………………34
Student Appearance and Dress Code Policy……………………………………………………………………….35
Student Parking Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………….36
Tardy Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..37
Tobacco Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….37
Underclassmen Awards Policy………………………………………………………………………………………….38
Visitor Policy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..38
OTHER RULES AND REGULATIONS
Articles Prohibited at School…………………………………………………………………………………………….38
Code of Conduct…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….38
Display of Affection…………………………………………………………………………………………………………38
Dropping a Class or Changing a Schedule………………………………………………………………………….38
In-School Suspension Program………………………………………………………………………………………..39
Student Suspensions and Expulsions…………………………………………………………………………………39
Transportation Guidelines (Board Policy)…………………………………………………………………………..40
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
Fire, Tornado, Earthquake, and Lock Down drills……………………………………………………………….43
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Amended Policy Statement of Laurel County Board of Education Respecting First Amendment
Activities………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..43
Laurel County Schools Honor Diploma Checklist…………………………………………………………………44
Parent/Guardian Signature Page………………………………………………………………………………………46
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INTRODUCTION
North Laurel High School, established in 1992, is located on Hal Rogers Parkway 1.5 miles east
of Interstate 75 Exit 41. It is a four year, comprehensive high school accredited by the
Kentucky Department of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. NLHS
has approximately seventy-five certified staff members and 1350 students. The school colors
are royal blue and kelly green. The mascot for NLHS is the Jaguar.
MISSION STATEMENT
We at North Laurel High School recognize that ALL students can learn and we accept
responsibility to assist them in achieving their highest level of academic excellence.
VISION STATEMENT
We, the faculty and staff of North Laurel High School have a unique VISION in which ALL
students will be supported in achieving their individual dreams and goals. We will strive to
prepare all students for their future responsibilities in life activities. Knowing that our students
of today are our leaders of tomorrow, we will encourage them to reach higher standards than
ever before to ensure success in life, securing a brighter future for our global society.
MOTTO
Success for all, no exceptions, no excuses!
NORTH LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE,
COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, RELIGION, MARITAL STATUS, SEX, OR HANDICAP
IN EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES.
STAFF DIRECTORY
ADMINISTRATION
Principal
Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal
Athletic Director
Counselor
Counselor
Counselor
Youth Service Center Director
School Nurse
Attendance Clerk
DEPARTMENT CHAIRS
Business
English
Fine Arts
Health & Physical Education
Mathematics
NJROTC
Science
Social Studies
Special Education
Freshmen Dept.
J. Michael Black
Mike Harris
Kenna Williams
James R. Durham
Rachel Gaynor
Amy Gaines
Donna Vandy
Cindy Durham
Val Reams
Debbie Moore
Debbie Karr
Rhonda Bryant
David McFadden
Jim Conway
Jamie Davis
CDR Chris Deming/Chief Mark
Acampa
Pat Vanourney
Howard Muncy
Janie Akins
Eddie Mahan
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ASSISTANCE DIRECTORY
Listed below are the contact persons to assist with your needs:
Absences
Athletics
Bookkeeper
Building Operations
Clubs
Curriculum & Instruction
Custodial Services
Discipline
Food Services
Financial Services
Fund Raising
Guidance Services
Librarian/Media Specialists
Lockers
Peer Mediation
Personnel
School Resource Officer
Special Education
Student Insurance
Technology
Debbie Moore
James R. Durham
Jill Lawson
J. Michael Black
Kenna Williams
J. Michael Black/Mike Harris/Kenna
Williams
J. Michael Black
J. Michael Black
Mike Harris
Kenna Williams
Rita Howard
J. Michael Black
J. Michael Black
Amy Gaines/Rachel Gaynor/Donna Vandy
Kelli Gray
Wilma Sears
Kenna Williams
Mike Harris
J. Michael Black
Officers Mike Holliday and Travis Dotson
(LPD)
Janie Akins
James R. Durham
J. Michael Black
STUDENT ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 2013-2014
Classes Begin
LABOR DAY - No School
Parent Teacher Conference
PD (MANDATORY) - No School
End of 1st nine weeks
Flexible Parent-Teacher Conference – No School
Break- No School
Parent Teacher Conference
Flexible PD - No School
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY - No School
End of 2nd nine weeks
CHRISTMAS BREAK - No School
Classes Resume
Martin Luther King Day (No School)
Parent Teacher Conference
End of 3rd nine weeks
SPRING BREAK - No School
Last Day for Students / End of 4th nine weeks
Closing Day for Staff
Graduation
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August 7th
Sept. 2nd
Sept. 9th
Sept. 27th
Oct. 10th
Oct. 17th
Oct. 18th
Nov. 18th
Nov. 27th
Nov. 28th – 29th
Dec. 20th
Dec. 23rd – Jan. 3rd
Jan. 6th
Jan. 20th
Feb. 6th
March 7th
March 31st – April 4th
May 14th
May 15th
May 17th
GRADING PERIODS:
Beginning 1st Nine Weeks – August 7th
Mid-Term 1st Nine Weeks – September 6th
End of 1st Nine Weeks – October 10th
Beginning 2nd Nine Weeks – October 11th
Mid-Term 2nd Nine Weeks – November 14th
End of 2nd Nine Weeks – December 20th
Beginning 3rd Nine Weeks – January 6th
Mid-Term 3rd Nine Weeks – February 5th
End of 3rd Nine Weeks – March 7th
Beginning 4th Nine Weeks – March 8th
Mid-Term 4th Nine Weeks – April 14th
End of 4th Nine Weeks – May 14th
2013-2014 Bell Schedule
9th Grade Freshmen Center
8:15 – 9:10
9:15 – 10:05
10:10 – 11:00
11:05 – 12:30
12:35 – 1:45
1:50 – 3:00
1st Period
2nd Period
3rd Period
4th Period (Lunch)
5th Period
6th Period
10th – 12th Grade
8:15-9:30
9:35-10:45
10:50–12:00
12:05–1:45
12:30-1:45
1:50-3:00
1st Period
2nd Period
3rd Period
th
5 Period (10-12th - LUNCH)
5th Period
6th Period
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CLUB SCHEDULE
(Periods reflect the upper classmen schedule times.)
CLUB SCHEDULE
Date
September 4, 2013
September 18, 2013
October 2, 2013
October 16, 2013
October 30, 2013
November 13, 2013
January 8, 2014
January 22, 2014
February 5, 2014
February 19, 2014
March 5, 2014
March 19, 2014
April 9, 2014
April 23, 2014
Group
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
Period
1st
2nd
6th
1st
2nd
6th
1st
2nd
6th
1st
2nd
6th
1st
2nd
GENERAL INFORMATION
CAFETERIA
Each day you will go through the line and choose your own food from a hamburger/pizza line,
an ala carte, or a choice buffet. You will be offered a lunch which consists of five items: a two
ounce serving of meat or meat alternative; 1/4 cup of fruit and 1/2 cup of vegetables; one
serving of bread; and 1/2 pint of milk. You may choose to take only three of the five items.
The three of five items must be different. If you do not have the money to purchase extra
food, please do not put it on your plate. Prices are subject to change pending board action. No
student shall have food delivered by an outside vendor or parents during the
school day.
Prices for the school year are as follows:
Student lunch
$1.50
Reduced lunch
$ .40
Student Breakfast
$ .85
Reduced Breakfast $ .30
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Extra Items:
Extra
Extra
Extra
Extra
Extra
Extra
Extra
Extra
milk/juice
meat
bread
pop tart
vegetable
fruit
dessert
cereal
$ .25
$ .80
$ .15
$ .30
$ .50
$ .50
$ .50
$.30
The Food Service Director and the Cafeteria Manager will be glad to work with any student
committees which have suggestions for the food service program at your school.
CAREER MAJOR CLUSTERS & HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDY
Each year you will be required to declare a career major (one of 16 general career area
clusters) and to update your four-year ILP to meet specific recommendations for your selected
major. You will be provided access to registration guides with sample programs of study to
assist you in selecting courses that will meet both your graduation requirements and ILP
requirements.
The Career Major Clusters are:
1) Agriculture
2) Arts & Humanities
3) Business Education
4) Marketing
Education
5) Communications
6) Construction
7) Education
8) Health Science
9) Human Services
10) Information
Technology
11) Manufacturing
12) Public Services
13) Science &
Mathematics
14) Social Sciences
15) Transportation
COLLECTION OF DEBTS
Any debt to the school incurred by a student will be recorded as soon as the debt is incurred.
The records of a student will be held if the student has a debt to the school for lost or damaged
text books, instructional materials, or equipment; lost or damaged library materials; lost or
damaged athletic equipment; club or organization materials or fund raising merchandise or
money not turned in; damages to school property or buildings; or any other debt to be
legitimate by the Principal.
Student debt records will be carried until paid. No transcripts of Student Records will be issued
until ALL DEBTS ARE PAID IN FULL. In addition, no senior will be permitted to participate in
the graduation ceremony unless ALL DEBTS ARE PAID IN FULL.
GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAM
The Laurel County Gifted and Talented Program will serve students in grades P-12. Gifted and
talented students represent a group of pupils who have been identified as possessing
demonstrated or potential ability to perform at an exceptionally high level in:
- General intellectual ability
- Specific academic aptitude
- Creative or divergent thinking
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- Leadership skills
- Visual or performing arts
Nominations will be taken in the Spring from certified personnel. A systematic collection of data
will provide the targeted population of candidates for services the following fall. Parents may
nominate their child for possible inclusion in the program by completing a questionnaire that is
available at your child's school. Please return this parent nomination questionnaire to your
child's principal or counselor at the school within the first two weeks of school.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The following items shall apply to the scheduling of high school students:
A. All students will be in attendance six (6) hours (as outlined in policy entitled "Length of
School Day for High School Students").
B. The minimum load for a full time student shall be five (5) classes per semester.
Credits
Required Courses
Language Arts
Mathematics
Subject
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4
Science
Social Studies
Health & PE I
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3
½ each
English I, II, III, IV
Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry & 1 Math elective
Note: Must take and pass a math class each year
IPEC, Biology, & 1 Science Elective
U.S. History, Civics, and World History
Note: Students who successfully complete NJROTC I will
receive ½ credit in PE.
Note: Students may take the History and Appreciation of
Visual and Performing Arts course or one of the following:
Drama I/Drama II; Visual Arts I, II, III, IV, or AP Studio
Art; Chorus, Band, or Piano Keyboard.
Arts & Humanities
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Electives
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GUIDANCE & COUNSELING
North Laurel High School offers a full service guidance department. Three counselors advise
the students in areas of course selection, scheduling, vocational changes, college information,
college applications, financial aid, recommendations, and personal counseling.
HALL PASSES
Students are not permitted in the hallways during instructional time unless they are
accompanied by a teacher or have a valid hall pass in their possession. Verbal permission
is NOT acceptable. Students are not to be issued a hall pass during the first ten minutes of
class and the last ten minutes (10/10 rule). Only one student will be allowed out of class at any
time. Hall passes will be issued only if the teacher sees the need.
ILLNESS AT SCHOOL
If you become ill during the school day, you should go to the Youth Service Center. Do not
attempt to stay in the restroom unless you have permission from a principal
or other designated staff.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
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1. Announcements about school dismissal will be made via the district
SchoolMessenger program. Announcements will also be made on Lexington TV
stations, WLEX, CH 18, WKYT, CH. 27, and WTVQ, CH. 36, and on local radio stations,
WFTG-WWEL, London, and WCTT, Corbin, after 6:00 a.m. local time. These
announcements will be made periodically throughout the morning.
2. Please do not call the radio stations or any school officials since this ties up
communications and makes it difficult to get the announcements out.
3. Since it is not possible to predict road conditions in advance, most school cancellations
will have to be made each morning. You will be informed by the radio station in regular
news releases if cancellations are known in advance.
INDIVIDUAL LEARNING PLAN (ILP)
In addition to credit requirements, each student must complete a four-year
individual learning plan as a part of graduation requirement.
The Individual Learning Plan is a plan that emphasizes academic and career development for
students beginning in middle school and continues through high school. The plans serves as a
tool which helps students set learning goals based on academic and career interests.
The new web-enabled ILP will help secondary students better focus their coursework on
individual goals as they prepare for postsecondary studies and careers. Since the ILP is now
web-enabled, it provides more tools and opportunities for students. It has many features and
resources that involve students on a variety of levels such as:
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finding careers that match their skills and interests
creating education plans
establishing personal goals and revisit these as they progress through school
creating, maintaining and changing resumes
tracking and reflecting on experiences such as community service, work experience,
career-planning, and extracurricular and organization activities
exploring colleges and postsecondary opportunities that match their career,
postsecondary and life goals
connecting to the GOHigherKY.org Web site for help with college planning, tuition
assistance information and applications
collecting personal information like assessment results, advising activities demographics
information and educational history
LIBRARY INFORMATION
HOURS: The library is open all day, 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You are admitted on a pass from
your teacher.
CIRCULATION: Books, except reference books and encyclopedias are available for students
to check out at any time. Reference materials must be used in the library. Books may be
checked out for a period of two weeks.
FINES: Ten cents (10) per day will be charged for each school day a book is overdue. Lost or
damaged materials must be paid for by the student whose signature is on the card.
RESPONSIBILITIES: You are to come to the library for the purpose of using the materials
only. You must have your library pass signed upon entering the library and signed when you
leave. Failure to follow proper procedures or the display of improper conduct may result in the
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loss of library privileges.
LOCKERS
Lockers with built-in locks will be provided for all students. Locker assignments will be made
during the first week of school by your JAGS teacher. Lockers are the property of the school
and are subject to search at anytime. Do not give your combination to anyone. Students who
“rig” their lockers will be financially responsible for any damages caused to the lock.
The cost of repairing damaged or vandalized lockers will be considered a senior
debt, meaning students will not graduate until paid for. North Laurel High School is not
responsible for lost or stolen items.
EACH STUDENT IS ASSIGNED A LOCKER; THEREFORE, STUDENTS ARE NOT
PERMITTED TO SHARE LOCKERS .
LOST AND FOUND
Articles lost or found should be reported and/or brought to the reception desk in the front
office.
PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Students are prohibited from engaging in private enterprise on school grounds. All fund raising
activities must be sponsored by a school activity/club and must be approved by the
Administration.
PROCEDURE FOR EARLY DISMISSALS
The school is responsible for you from the time you board the bus in the morning until you
depart from the school bus in the afternoon. Likewise, the school is responsible for you upon
arrival at school regardless of what means you use to get there (walking, riding with a friend,
driving, etc.). Upon arrival at school, by bus or other means, you may not leave the school
property unless you have permission from one of the principals. The following regulations are
required if you need to leave school before the end of the day:
A.
B.
C.
Your parent/guardian must come to school and sign for early dismissal. Students
are to remain in class until parents arrive.
You must leave the grounds immediately upon being signed out.
NO DISMISSAL BY PHONE
*Effective January 4, 1993, we no longer allow students to be checked out by telephone at
North Laurel High School. This will apply to both students riding the bus as well as those
driving to and from school. Anyone needing to check out a student from North Laurel High
School will need to come into the office and sign them out. This also includes 18 year old
students. Students are not permitted to check out other students including siblings. Only those
persons on their emergency card will be allowed to sign students out. Proof of identification will
be requested.
Due to the new attendance policy, it is imperative that students remain at school the entire day.
Doctor's and dentist's appointments should be made after school. Students that are checked
out must bring an excuse or their absence will be unexcused.
REMINDER: Limit of eight (8) days excused by parent note.
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PUBLIC PROPERTY
The respect of public property is an individual responsibility. Any willful destruction of public
property will result in payment for the damage done and possible dismissal from school.
PUPIL PROGRESS REPORTING
Beginning with the 2013-14 school year, the grading scale used by all Laurel County teachers
(grades 4-12) to report student progress shall be:
90 – 100:
80 – 89:
70 – 79:
60 – 69:
0 – 59:
A
B
C
D
F
*Numbers refer to the percentage of accuracy at which the student completes assigned tasks.
 Honor roll distinction will be awarded to those students earning all A's and B's.
 The Principal's List requires that the student earns all A's on his/her report card.
*For purposes of computing grade point average, the following 4.0 scale will be used for all
courses: A=4.0; B-3.0; C=2.0; D=1.0; and F=0.0
*The following weighted scale will be used for all Advanced Placement (A.P.) courses: A=5.0;
B=4.0; C=3.0; D=2.0; F=0.0. Class rank during the Junior and Senior year will be based on
the weighted scale.
SCHOOL CLUBS
School clubs can be an essential and important part of your high school education. It could be
advantageous to join a club and attend meetings regularly.
THE FOLLOWING SHOULD BE OBSERVED:
1. A student may belong to no more than two clubs and should have a membership card
for each club. Exception will be made for National Honor Organizations.
2. Membership cards must be presented to the teacher in order to be excused from class
to attend a club meeting.
3. Clubs will be divided into two groups. Group A and Group B club meetings will be held
once a month. A club meeting schedule will be distributed to each teacher. Sponsors
should inform the front office if their club is not meeting.
4. All fund raising activities must have prior approval from school and district
administration. Clubs will be limited to one (1) fundraising activity, for a 2-week period,
per year.
5. All clubs must submit a budget to the bookkeeper by mid-October.
6. Funds from defunct clubs will be transferred to the general fund after a period of one
semester.
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SENIORS
1. Information regarding cap and gown fees and other expenses will be provided in
September. Deadlines will be announced at that time.
2. Students planning to participate in the graduation ceremony MUST be in attendance
the day designated for graduation practice. Any senior not at graduation practice WILL
NOT be allowed to march in the graduation ceremony, unless prior approval has been
granted.
3. Seniors MUST CLEAR all debts to teachers or school. Cap and gowns will not be
issued until debts have been paid and all books returned. No senior will be permitted to
participate in the graduation ceremony unless ALL DEBTS ARE PAID.
4. Only seniors that have met ALL requirements for graduation will be permitted to
participate in the graduation ceremony.
STUDENT ACADEMIC REFERRAL
Students who do not achieve in an acceptable level in class shall be referred to the guidance
office. Reasons for referral may include assignments not turned in, assignments partially
completed, inattention in class, insufficient class preparation, etc. An academic intervention
contact will be made at three week intervals to those parents who have a child who is failing a
class.
STUDENT INSURANCE
Student insurance will be provided by the Laurel County Board of Education at no cost to the
student. It is for accidents only and will only cover accidents that happen on school property or
during school events.
STUDENT PUBLICATIONS
The preparation and publication of magazines, newspapers and other works can be an
important part of students’ overall education. Faculty advisors will serve as consultants of style,
grammar, format and suitability of materials. However, with the foregoing stipulations, faculty
advisors and the school administration should encourage student editors and writers to state
freely their position on various matters in written school publications. Distribution of
publications which are obscene or disruptive is prohibited within the school or on school
property
TELEPHONE CALLS
Students WILL NOT be given a pass during class for permission to use the phone. The
phones in the school office WILL NOT be used by the students except in cases of emergency.
All other student phone calls will be made from the Youth Service Center.
TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks will be provided for students. It will be the responsibility of you and your parents to
see that the books are not defaced, damaged, or lost. If you damage or lose a book, you
will be required to pay for the replacement cost of the book immediately so that you
may be issued a replacement.
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“Students enrolled at North Laurel High School and their parent/guardian acknowledge
that upon issuance of textbooks the student assumes responsibility for the care and
return of each textbook. Students will sign for the textbook when received, verifying the
book number as well as the condition of the book. If textbook is lost, stolen, or
damaged, student will accrue a fee to be paid to North Laurel High School.”
SBDM POLICIES
Access to Electronic Media and Industrial Technologies
(Staff/Student Acceptable Use Policy)
INTRODUCTION
The Laurel County School System (LCSS) provides staff and students a telecommunication
network and other new technologies in order to carry out the educational business of LCSS in
conducting and accessing research, and in communicating with others in regard to instructional
or job related functions.
KRS 156.675 requires that each school district adopt and implement an acceptable use policy.
The purposes of the policy are to educate, to provide protection against violations of privacy, to
prevent misuse of public resources, to protect against inappropriate or destructive behaviors, and
to ensure that technology resources are dedicated to improving student achievement and school
administration.
The Board expects that staff will blend thoughtful use of such information throughout the
curriculum and that the staff will provide guidance and instruction to students and model the
appropriate use of such resources.
The LCSS electronic communications system has a purpose limited to educational usage. This
policy will govern all use of the LCSS Electronic Communication Network. Specific
expectations for appropriate Internet use shall be reflected in the District’s code of acceptable
behavior and discipline including appropriate orientation for staff and students. Student use of
the system will also be governed by school disciplinary codes.
Students and staff are responsible for legal, ethical, and appropriate behavior on school computer
networks just as they are in a classroom or school hallway. Communications on the network are
often public in nature. General school rules for behavior and communications apply. The
network is provided for students to conduct research and to communicate with others for
instructional enhancement. Only students who submit signed permission and agreement forms by
parents and students will be permitted network access. Permission forms must be submitted on a
yearly basis. Only staff who submit signed acknowledgment and agreement forms will be
permitted network access and use of district technology. This signature sheet shall be kept on file
as a legal, binding document. In order to modify or rescind the agreement, the student’s
parent/guardian (or the student who is at least 18 years old) or the staff member must provide the
Superintendent/designee with a written request. Individuals who refuse to sign required
acceptable use documents or who violate District rules governing the use of District technology
shall be subject to loss or restriction of the privilege of using equipment, software, information
access systems of other computing and telecommunications technologies.
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INTERNET
The LCSS makes every attempt to keep our students and staff safe while on the Internet. Internet
access is monitored through a proxy server; and software is in place to filter unacceptable or
offensive sites. Although we make every effort to block inappropriate material, families should
be aware that users may unexpectedly come across sites that contain sites with offensive or
inappropriate material. If that happens, they should report this to the proper officials
immediately. Users who are found deliberately searching for this type of material and or
repeatedly visiting those sites will have their Internet privilege revoked. All users must
authenticate to the LCSS network and will be assigned a designated user-id login and password.
This login to the Domain will authenticate each user that logs into the Laurel County Domain.
Social Networking
The Kentucky School Board Association and the Laurel County School District discourage staff from
creating personal social networking sites i.e., MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, etc., wherein they accept
or invite students to be friends or allow them access to their social networking site. Employees taking
such actions do so at their own risk. Staff who utilize social networking sites should be mindful of
privacy settings that would prevent students or the public in general from accessing their personal
information such as status updates and photo galleries.
EMPLOYEE USE
All employees shall be subject to disciplinary action if their conduct relating to use of technology
violates this or other applicable policy or statutory or regulatory provisions governing employee
conduct. The Professional Code of Ethics for Kentucky School Certified Personnel requires certified
staff to protect the health, safety, and emotional well-being of students and confidentiality of student
information. This code also extends to public online behavior including social networking. Conduct
in violation of this code must be reported to the Educational Professional Standards Board (EPSB) as
required by law and may form the basis for disciplinary action, up to and including termination of
employment.
ELECTRONIC MESSAGING
LCSS realizes that personal email is an acceptable form of communication but use of this type of
communication should be limited. Employees shall use electronic media in a professional manner
consistent with state laws governing the behavior of school employees and with federal laws
governing copyright infringement. Staff will employ electronic email on a daily basis at work as a
basic tool for communications. Staff will be responsible for checking and reading messages daily.
Electronic mail and telecommunications are not to be utilized by employees to share confidential
information about students or other employees except for administrative purposes only. In discussing
students or confidential information, staff should be aware that email generated or stored by the
LCSS is subject to Open Records. Network and school administrators may review files and
communications to maintain system integrity and to ensure that staff members and students are using
the system responsibly.
The LCSS-provided email system is the only email system that is to be used on the LCSS System
network.
If the connection feature in the system provided by the District and/or the Kentucky Department of
Education (KDE) is utilized to connect with private accounts i.e., Gmail, Hotmail, or Yahoo mail, or
any other account not affiliated with the systems provided, the private email account becomes a .org
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owned account, meaning it is owned by the LCSS, and therefore is subject to all Board policies as
well as this policy.
The email system provided by the District and/or the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE)
includes Instant Messaging capabilities. However, it is the position of the LCSS that this function not
be utilized in the Laurel County School District. Use of the Instant Messaging is a direct violation of
this policy and will result in disciplinary action and or loss of network privileges.
Telephones
Telephones are a part of the telecommunications network and are considered as part of the system
resources. The same procedures and regulations therefore apply that govern other electronic media.
PRIVACY
Users of the LCSS network should be aware that information accessed, created, sent, received, or
stored on the network is not private and is subject to be reviewed by network and school
administrators. The District reserves the right to access and monitor all messages and files on the
LCSS network.
PROHIBITED BEHAVIORS
The following behaviors are NOT permitted on the District network or machines:
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Hotmail and other email clients and accounts shall not be accessed from the Laurel County
network. If accessed via connection capabilities provided by the District and/or the Kentucky
Department of Education (KDE), those accounts become owned by the LCSS and are privy to all
Board policies.
Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures (this includes profanity, nudity,
pornography, vulgarity, racism) or harassing or insulting messages. Depending on the nature or
content, disciplinary action may be taken, and these may also be reported to law enforcement.
Engaging in practices that threaten the network (i.e., loading files that may introduce a virus, or
file sharing software such as Swaptor, Direct Connect WinMX Napster, eDonkey 2000,
Filetopia, etc.). The preceding list is by no means exhaustive or complete.
Violating copyright laws.
Trespassing in others folders, documents, or files or using others’ passwords.
Intentionally wasting limited resources.
Using the network for commercial purposes, i.e., advertising a product or selling a product to
make money such as a jewelry party, Avon orders, Mary Kay parties, food parties, i.e., anything
that generates income for an individual is prohibited. The purchasing of goods for personal use is
also prohibited.
Promoting or campaigning for individuals or political parties or soliciting contributions to a
political campaign, party or issue.
Shall not violate any Federal or State regulations.
Purposely bypassing the proxy server.
General audio and visual streaming/ download/rip any music to store on computers network.
Stream music or radio.
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Accessing sites to online chat rooms or software that enables online posting and receiving of realtime messages i.e., Yahoo Instant Messenger, etc. Although the email client has instant
messaging capabilities, instant messaging is PROHIBITED by the LCSS and its AUP.
 Sending electronic messages anonymously.
 Sending electronic messages using another person’s name or account.
 Accessing/playing MUD (multi-user games) via the network or any non-educational computer
game whether online CD, flash drive, etc.
 Sending mass emails (district wide emails) for non school related purposes.
 Accessing online communities such as MySpace, Facebook, etc.
 Access gambling sites.
 Cyberbullying.
Staff Personal Mobile Devices
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Staff personal mobile devices, such as, but not limited to, cell phones, iPads, tablets, iPods,
or other personally owned mobile devices, may be utilized to access the Internet and email
accounts for instructional purposes once that device is registered with the LCSS wireless
network via the staff members domain login account. Registration with the LCSS wireless
network insures device compliance with proxy filtering and internet protection solutions. Use
of personal data plans on personally owned devices during the instructional day is strictly
forbidden and a direct violation of this policy, State law, and the Child Internet Protection
Act.
 Staff PDAs, Blackberries, or laptops that are brought into the LCSS with a WLAN card may
be used during the school day to access the Internet for instructional purposes once that
device is registered with the LCSS wireless network via the staff member’s domain login
account. Only computers accessing the LCCS network shall be used for accessing the
Internet.
 Student personal electronic devices, such as, but not limited to, cell phones, iPads, Tablets,
iPods, or other personally owned electronic devices, are not to be utilized to access the
Internet, personal email accounts, social networking sites such as MySpace, Facebook, or
Twitter, or Instant Messaging, during the school day. Doing so is a direct violation of this
policy, State law, and the Child Internet Protection Act.
 PDAs, Blackberries, or laptops that are brought into the LCSS with a LAN card shall not be
used during the school day to access the Internet. Only computers accessing the LCCS
network shall be used for accessing the Internet.
 Staff is responsible for their assigned laptops when taking them home. District owned laptops
are for professional use and should be treated as such. Staff members’ laptops shall not be
used as a home computer for other family members; staff shall keep in mind that student
records are contained within the district owned laptop.
 Telephone/cell phone usage shall be planned to occur during the planning period when staff
are not responsible for students.
 When taking students into a lab setting or allowing students on computers in a classroom,
staff shall always provide adequate supervision.
DISREGARD OF RULES
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Employees and students shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination
(employees) and expulsion (students) for violating this policy and acceptable use rules and
regulations established by the school or District.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGES
Students or staff who deface District property shall be subject to disciplinary action, up to and
including expulsion or termination, as appropriate.
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES
PURPOSE
The Board supports reasonable access to various technology formats for students, employees and
the community and believes it is incumbent upon users to utilize this privilege in an appropriate
and responsible manner as required by this policy and related procedures, which apply to all
parties who use District technology.
That Board recognizes that the industrial technology field employs creative and technically
proficient individuals who can help a company achieve efficient and profitable productivity.
Industrial technology is the use of engineering and manufacturing technology to make
production faster, simpler and more efficient.
Industrial technology skills are now fundamental for students who want a future in engineering
and technology. The Board expects that staff will equip these students with such information and
training and that the staff will provide guidance and instruction to students in the appropriate use
of such technology.
The purpose of the District’s industrial technology program is limited to educational usage to
assist in preparing students for success in the 21st century.
RESTRICTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Users may not utilize the industrial technologies for commercial purposes, defined as the direct
or indirect use of any part of an industrial technology, in any form, for sale, resale, solicitation,
rent or lease of a service, or any use by which the user expects a profit either through
commission, salary or fee or service for personal use unless authorized by the Board.
This policy will govern all use of industrial technologies. Student use of the system also will be
governed by the District and school disciplinary codes.
Students are responsible for good behavior when using industrial technology. The following
behaviors are not permitted when using District industrial technologies:
1. The creation of weapons, parts of weapons, or lethal objects of any sort, or any device
that resembles the same for the purpose of creating the impression that the object
created is a weapon, part of a weapon, or lethal object, whether for personal use or
demonstration.
2. The creation of any objects containing profanity or obscenity.
3. The creation of any objects that could be construed as drug paraphernalia, parts of drug
paraphernalia, or any device that resembles the same for the purpose of creating the
impression that the object is drug paraphernalia or part of drug paraphernalia.
4. The creation of any objects that could be construed as inappropriate body parts.
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Employees are encouraged to use industrial technology to promote student learning. If those
resources are used, they shall be used for purposes directly related to work-related activities.
Technology-based materials, activities and tools shall be appropriate for, and with the range of,
the knowledge, understanding, age and maturity of students with whom they are used.
Students shall be provided instruction about appropriate and safe behavior when using industrial
technology including, but not limited to, the use of safety equipment.
CYBERBULLYING
It is the policy of the Laurel County Board of Education that all students and school employees
enjoy a safe and secure educational setting. The school prohibits cyberbullying, as defined
herein. Nothing in this policy is intended to infringe on the constitutional rights of students or
school employees.
DEFINITIONS
The term "cyberbullying" means the use of any electronic communication, by individuals or
groups, to:
a. make a true threat against a student or school employee;
b. materially disrupt school operations; or
c. substantially impinge on the rights of another student such as, but not limited to: creating
reasonable fear of harm to the student's person or property; creating a substantially
detrimental effect on the student's physical or mental health; substantially interfering with a
student's academic performance or interfering with the student's ability to participate in or
benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the school; or being so severe,
persistent, or pervasive as to cause severe emotional distress.
Cyberbullying includes conduct that is based on, but not limited to, a student's actual or
perceived race, color, national origin, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender
identity, distinguishing physical or personal characteristic, socioeconomic status, or association
with any person as identified above.
As used in this policy, the term "electronic communications" means communications through
any electronic device, including, but not limited to, computers, telephones, mobile phones,
pagers, and any type of communication, including, but not limited to, emails, instant messages,
text messages, picture messages, and websites.
SCHOOL JURISDICTION
No student shall be subjected to cyberbullying by an electronic communication that bears the
imprimatur of the school regardless of whether such electronic communication originated on or
off the school's campus.
The school shall have jurisdiction to prohibit cyberbullying that originates on the school's
campus if the electronic communication was made using the school's technological resources or
the electronic communication was made on the school's campus using the student's own personal
technological resources.
The school shall have jurisdiction to prohibit cyberbullying that originates off the school's
campus if:
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1. it was reasonably foreseeable that the electronic communication would reach the school's
campus; or
2. there is a sufficient nexus between the electronic communication and the school which
includes, but is not limited to, speech that is directed at a school-specific audience, or the
speech was brought onto or accessed on the school campus, even if it was not the student in
question who did so.
CYBERBULLYING
NOTICE
a. Parents shall receive written notice of this cyberbullying policy at the beginning of each
school year.
b. There shall be an annual process for discussing this policy with students in a student
assembly.
c. For access to the school's technological resources, including but not limited to email and
Internet access, students and parents shall review, sign, and return the school's
acceptable use policy which prohibits the use of the school's technological resources for
Cyberbullying
d. This policy, along with the school's acceptable use policy shall be prominently posted at
school on student bulletin boards and in computer labs, and on the school's website as
well as the Student Code of Conduct.
INVESTIGATIONS
Parents shall be notified as soon as practicable if their child is involved in a school investigation
concerning cyberbullying.
School officials may search and seize a student's personal electronic device, including but not
limited to cell phones and computers, if:
1. the student is using the electronic device at school in violation of school rules; or
2. the school official has reasonable grounds for suspecting the search will turn up evidence that
the student has violated or is violating either the law or the school rules; and
3. the search is limited in scope by being reasonably related to the objective of the search and
not excessively intrusive in light of the age and sex of the student and the nature of the
infraction.
Reasonable grounds, as set forth in item 2 above will not be established solely on anonymous
reports.
If the cyberbullying victim or student reporting the cyberbullying is willing, the school shall
initiate an interview to determine the nature of the bullying, the name of the participants, where
and how the information was being sent, and how far the images or messages have spread.
Any evidence of cyberbullying discovered during an investigation should be preserved. Such
actions may include, but are not limited to, saving the victim's cell phone, text, or email
messages; and printing or copying posts or other electronic communications available on
websites before removing them.
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If, during the course of a cyberbullying investigation, images of nude minors are discovered,
those images should not be distributed or shown to other school officials. The school official
who discovered the image should promptly contact law enforcement.
Reporting
Specific faculty members [to be named by the schools] will be the main contacts for students
who wish to report incidents of cyberbullying. Students, parents, and other school officials may
also contact the principal to report incidents of cyberbullying.
Anonymous and confidential reports of cyberbullying incidents are allowed, but they will not
provide the sole basis for a search of a student's personal electronic device or for disciplinary
action.
School officials may report incidents of cyberbullying to law enforcement depending on the
criminal nature of the offense, or the gravity and repetition of the offense.
REMEDIES
An individual student whose behavior is found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to
discipline. In determining the disciplinary action, the school will take into consideration the
nature of the offense, the age of the student, and the following:
a. For a first-time or minor cyberbullying offense, the school may mandate that the
student attend mandatory counseling and education sessions.
b. For a second or more serious cyberbullying offense, the school may prohibit the
student from participating in school activities or events.
c. For a serious incident of cyberbullying, the school may suspend or expel the student.
No student shall retaliate or make false accusations against a target or witness of cyberbullying.
Wherever practicable, the school shall provide counseling to all students involved in a
cyberbullying incident.
Whenever practicable, the school shall file a complaint with Internet sites or services containing
cyberbullying material to have the material removed.
EDUCATION
The school shall provide an annual educational program for students, parents, and school
officials. This education program shall train individuals:
1. on the meaning of and prohibition against cyberbullying, including the provisions of
this policy;
2. how students can report cyberbullying incidents
3. how students can be an ally to peers who are being cyber bullied; and
4. how students can protect themselves from being cyber bullied.
The school shall encourage students to play an active role in developing the school's
cyberbullying educational programs.
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ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION POLICY
Effective October 15, 2008, any student athlete who chooses to quit a sport after the first
official practice may not participate in any capacity in another sport until the sport he/she quit is
over. In a sport in which tryouts are required to make a team, the first official practice would
be the first practice after the student athlete has earned a spot on the team. As outlined in the
KHSAA guidelines, the first official practice dates are listed below.
Sport
Official Practice Date
Football
July 15 (No tryouts)
Soccer (Boys & Girls)
July 15 (First official practice after tryouts)
Cross Country (Boys &Girls)
July 15 (No tryouts)
Golf (Boys & Girls)
July 15 (No tryouts)
Volleyball
July 15 (First official practice after tryouts)
Basketball (Boys &Girls)
October 15 (First official practice after tryouts)
Track (Boys & Girls)
December 1 (First official practice after tryouts)
Baseball
February 15 (First official practice after tryouts)
Softball
February 15 (First official practice after tryouts)
Tennis
February 15 (First official practice after tryouts)
ATTENDANCE POLICY – See Student Code of Acceptable Conduct
ATTENDANCE POLICY FOR EXTRACURRICULAR AND COCURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
All students participating in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities must be present for the
entire school day in order to participate in an event or practice. This includes all sports, band,
cheerleading, dance and club activities. The only exceptions to this policy are a doctor’s excuse
that states that the student is well enough to participate, family emergency, death in the family,
or participation in a school-sponsored or approved event.
CELL PHONE POLICY
While cell phones may be appropriate for use during extracurricular activities, they are not
appropriate for use during the school day. Ringing phones, text messaging and phone
photography are disruptive to the instructional environment. While on school property during
the instructional day (8:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.), students shall be permitted to possess personal
communication devices/electronic devices given the following guidelines:
1. Students should secure a cell phone in a purse, pocket or locker and the phone should
be turned off. Placing the phone on silent/vibrate is not acceptable. “Forgetting” to
turn off the cell phone is not an excuse.
2. Devices may only be used before and after the instructional day (8:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
with the exception of permissible use in the cafeteria during a student’s designated
lunch period (this does not include the trip to or from the cafeteria—devices seen en
route will be confiscated.
3. Students are responsible for keeping up with devices they bring to school. North Laurel
High School faculty and staff are not responsible for loss, theft, or destruction of devices
brought onto school property.
4. Students shall not utilize a telecommunication or similar electronic device in a manner
that would violate the district’s Acceptable Use Policy.
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5. Any student who refuses to surrender a telecommunications device (cell phone) when
instructed by a member of the school staff will be suspended.
Any use of other cell phones during school hours or inappropriate use while on school property
will result in the following disciplinary action:
1st Offense:
2nd Offense:
3rd Offense:
Confiscation; phone returned to the student at the end of the school
day.
Confiscation and phone returned to the parent at the end of the
school day
Confiscation and phone returned to the parent at the end of the 5th
school day.
Repeated and subsequent violations of this policy will result in stricter discipline measures
and the confiscation of the phone for the remainder of the school year.
Please return the bottom portion of this form to your JAGS Teacher.
NLHS CELL PHONE POLICY
JAGS Teacher______________________________________ Grade________________
We, the undersigned, acknowledge that we have received and read this addendum to
the North Laurel High School Handbook.
_______________________________________________________________________
Student’s Name (Print)
Student’s Signature
Date
Parent’s Signature
Date
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CREDIT REQUIREMENT SCALE POLICY
Class of 2014
Class of 2015
Class of 2016
Class of 2017
To Graduate
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To be a Senior
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To be a Junior
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To be a Sophomore
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This scale has been used in transition from a seven-period to a five period day.
Students transferring to NLHS from an alternate schedule, block schedule, will have credits prorated accordingly, either up or down.
A copy of the Laurel County Schools Honor Diploma Student Checklist is on page 41
of this handbook.
DUAL CREDIT POLICY
It is the mission of North Laurel High School to assist students to attain the highest level of
academic excellence. With this thought in mind, we recommend that the council approve the
following policy regarding the awarding of dual credit for students who wish to enroll in college
classes offered by Somerset Community College and at Eastern Kentucky University through the
EKU NOW! program.
Students wishing to enroll in college courses taught at the Laurel County campus of
Somerset Community College, or of Eastern Kentucky University, may do so, and may earn
credit both at the college and North Laurel High School, if they meet the following criteria:
 Student has fulfilled all required credits for graduation
 Student must have written permission from parent/guardian to participate
 Student can provide own transportation to and from the college campus
 Student can enroll in a maximum of six hours of college course work (2 credits at
NLHS)
Additionally, the following restrictions will apply:
 Course must reflect the Kentucky Academic Expectations for that subject (reflected in
course syllabus)
 The district Letter of Assurances for the Program of Studies
(submitted annually to KDE) must reflect the dual credit policy
By adhering to these provisions, students may earn both college hours and high school
credit while still enrolled at NLHS. This is an advantage for juniors and seniors who have
earned all required credits, who may otherwise have to enroll in high school classes not
reflected in their Individual Graduation Plan. The school can continue to receive funding for
these students, to prevent any reduction of programs or resources.
NLHS students who are admitted to the EKU Now! Dual Credit program will be allowed to take
one course at no cost. High school seniors may take a 2nd course each semester, at no cost, if
they have a composite ACT score of 24 or higher at the time of application to the program. If
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the high school senior has an ACT score of 21 – 23 at the time of the application to the
program, the 2nd course will cost 50% of the current in-state tuition rate. (Sophomores are
expected to accumulate at least 12 credits to take EKU courses as a Junior) (Juniors are
expected to accumulate at least 18 credits to take EKU courses as a Senior)
Attendance Percentage: Expected to be at least 95% for the current year. Students are
expected to maintain a 95% attendance rate to remain in the program. Students must attend
EKU dual credit course(s) even if NLHS is not in session.
EKU Dual Credit students are responsible for purchasing textbooks needed for EKU
courses, parking permits, associated course fees, and transportation to the EKU
course site. Enrollment in an EKU course through EKU Now! establishes an academic history at
EKU and any financial obligation while on campus (e.g. unpaid parking tickets, unpaid fines,
etc.) will result in a hold on any further activity, such as enrollment in classes or receipt of
transcripts, until such obligations are met.
Because the course is offered for dual credit, the course grade(s) from each EKU Dual Credit
course will be included in both high school and college GPA calculations. The grades will not
be weighted. The grades from the college course(s) will appear on the student’s high school
transcript as well as the student’s college transcript. The coursework from EKU will begin the
student’s college transcript and will impact KEES Scholarship amount totals. Each EKU dual
credit course will be awarded one high school credit.
Students must receive permission from the high school principal before attempting to drop any
EKU Dual Credit course. Participation in the dual credit program and adjustments to high
school schedules must be approved by the high school principal.
NLHS seniors may be released 5th period to attend the EKU dual credit course, if the EKU course
meets during that time period. Seniors enrolled in evening EKU courses will not be allowed
early release time from NLHS. Juniors must pursue evening EKU dual credit courses and will
not be granted early release time from school. Seniors who have been granted early release
time must report to NLHS on days that the EKU course is not scheduled to meet. Early release
seniors will be assigned to work as a NLHS teacher’s aide on days that the EKU course does not
meet.
** Adopted by NLHS Site Based Council March 2000
**Amended by NLHS SBDM Council – March 2011
CREDIT RECOVERY POLICY
Goal and Requirement of the Program: The Laurel County Public Schools will assist,
encourage, plan, support, and implement procedures in collaboration with the student and
family to ensure that all at-risk students have the opportunity to achieve optimum educational
outcomes. Students who are at-risk of dropping out of school because of being unsuccessful in
classes, but who have completed at least 60 hours for a half-credit or 120 hours for a full credit
of instruction in a course, will qualify for “credit recovery” status. Although the time
requirement is fulfilled, they must now master the content. There is no set number of hours
they must spend in credit recovery for mastery. Most credit recovery courses will be completed
on the computer; however, there will be two one-half credit electives and an Earth Science full
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credit available which will be course content modules developed by North Laurel High School
teachers. Credit Recovery will be offered after school hours using the COMPASS educational
web-based computer software.
Student Transcript and Grades: Students will demonstrate mastery by scoring 80% or
above on all of the modules selected for a specific course plus any writing, open responses, or
novels not completed during the regular class. A student will also have to make an 70% on the
semester final for the class they are trying to recover. A student will receive a grade of 80 (C+)
and credit for the course on their transcript. It will be figured into the student’s GPA and it will
impact the student’s high school athletic eligibility. A previous course grade of “F” will remain
on the student’s transcript. Students may earn the number of credits needed to reach grade
level in order to graduate in four years.
Course Offered:
English I
English III
English II
English IV
Algebra I
Geometry
Data & Measurement
Algebra II
IPEC
Earth Science (teacher made)
Biology
Civics
U. S. History
World History
Consumer Education (1/2 credit - teacher made)
Health (1/2 credit - teacher made)
Course Completion Requirement: Students and parents will sign a contract agreeing to the
terms of the credit recovery program. Students who begin a course during the school year will
have until the end of summer school of that school year to complete the course. Students who
begin a course during summer school will have until the end of the first semester of the
following school year to complete the course.
Attendance: Since the COMPASS program is web-based, some of the work could be
completed at home if a student has appropriate internet access. However, all quizzes,
chapter tests, and end-of-course tests must be completed in the credit recovery lab
after school hours. Appointments are for two hours time slots. There will be a classroom
teacher in the lab each afternoon. Days will be subject specific so that students can receive
help from teachers if they are struggling with specific concepts. The lab will be open from 3:30
– 5:30 Monday through Thursday each week and some selected Fridays.
Deadline for completion: All work in credit recovery, including odyssey writers, portfolio
pieces, research papers and novel tests must be completed one calendar week prior to the end
of school in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY
1. Any student who fails to achieve a 2.0 average for any nine weeks grading period will be
suspended from ALL extra-curricular activities for a period of ten school days beginning
the day after such grades become available to the sponsor/coach of the extra-curricular
activity. During this time the student will be banned from ANY and ALL activities,
including practice sessions and trips. If he/she has achieved a cumulative 2.0 average
at the end of ten days, the student will be allowed to resume full participation in his/her
extra-curricular activities. If the student has not achieved a cumulative 2.0 average by
the end of the tenth school day, however, that student will be banned from all
participation in extra-curricular activities for the remainder of the nine weeks grading
period.
2. If the student regains a cumulative 2.0 average at the end of the ten days and fails to
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achieve a 2.0 average by the end of the nine weeks, that student will be suspended
from participation in all extra-curricular activities for the following full nine weeks
grading period, without any other probationary period.
3. Any student who fails to achieve a 2.0 average during the fourth nine weeks of school
will be allowed to participate in all extra-curricular activities held during the summer
vacation. The student will be suspended, however, from extra-curricular activities for
the first ten days of school at the beginning of the next school year. His/her scholastic
average will then be evaluated by the same process as above described.
4. Teachers of all students placed on the ten day probation, shall, at the end of the
probationary, meet with the Academic Eligibility Committee (three teachers, one
counselor, Athletic Director, and Principal). The committee and the teachers of the
probated student will determine the extra-curricular eligibility status of the student in
question at the time of the committee meeting.
5. No student shall be granted more than one (1) ten day probationary period in
high school (9-12 grades).
6. The school principal shall be responsible for the implementation of this policy.
POINTS TO REMEMBER: The student must make a written request to the principal to
appear before the Academic Eligibility Committee. The coach/sponsor must gather the grades
and check eligibility.
FINAL EXAM EXEMPTION POLICY
With the change in the accountability and assessment system for the state of
Kentucky which includes end-of-course exams, North Laurel High School does not
offer final exam exemptions.
FINAL EXAM POLICY
Final Exams are an important part of high school, and it is important for parents and students to
prepare adequately. A final exam policy will ensure that all classes in a particular subject are
teaching the critical core content, and that students are truly learning what they need to know.
All students are required to take final examinations at the end of each semester. The
examination grade shall be used to calculate the student’s final grade for the semester. Beginning
with the 2011-2012 school year, the final examination grade will be 10% of the student’s final grade
for the semester. A syllabus will be given to each student with the content to be covered in each
class, the grading system, and the responsibility of the student included.
**Amendment adopted by NLHS SBDM Council July 2011
**Amendment adopted by NLHS SBDM Council November 2004.
**Amendment adopted by NLHS SBDM Council December 1999.
** Adopted by NLHS SBDM Council February 1999
GANG ACTIVITY POLICY
Any activity related to gangs or gang membership is prohibited. Signs, symbols, graffiti or the
wearing of any apparel that is consistent with gang association is prohibited at North Laurel
High School. The Administration may make the name of any student found in violation of this
policy available to the local police department, sheriff, or State Police.
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GRADUATION CEREMONY POLICY
Graduation is a formal ceremony which is conducted with dignity and respect. Therefore,
graduates will not be allowed to put notes or signs on their graduation caps or wear buttons,
corsages, etc. on their gowns. This includes wrist corsages. All students walking the graduation
line at North Laurel High School will wear the assigned cap and gown. In keeping with the
dignity and solemnity of the occasion, the only embellishments will be the assigned identifying
stole and tassel, and the assigned symbols (cords, tassels, patches) of the following national
honor organizations—Beta Club, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Future Farmers of
American, and National Art Honor Society.
Girls will wear skirts or dresses and comfortable shoes, NO shorts, pants, tennis shoes or
sunglasses. Boys will wear pants, dress shirt, dress shoes or dress boots, NO shorts, jeans,
tennis shoes or sunglasses. Any student who needs help obtaining the appropriate clothing
items can contact the Youth Service Center for assistance.
Students will not be allowed to walk the line at graduation if they are late or absent to
graduation practice. Walking the line at graduation is a PRIVILEGE, not a RIGHT!
Those students who have deceased, during while enrolled as students at North Laurel High
School, will be honored by placing an empty chair in the graduation row along with a single, red
rose and there name will be read in the appropriate spot in the procession and a moment of
silence will be observed. An honorary diploma will be presented to the family after the
ceremony.
HOMECOMING POLICY
Homecoming will be held twice during the school year, once each in football and basketball
season. Festivities will be at a home event and will be scheduled at a time when a “spirit week”
would be appropriate, for example, not during testing of any kind, mid terms exams, etc.
The election of homecoming queen/king will be pursued in the following manner:
The homecoming queen/king will be elected from the senior class. The same girl/boy cannot be
both football & basketball queen/king, nor can the queen serve on both courts.
Homecoming attendants will be elected from each class:
5 females and 5 males from the senior class
4 females and 4 males from the junior class
3 female and 3 males from the sophomore class
2 females and 2 males from the freshman class
Homecoming voting will take place in homeroom (JAGS). The homeroom teacher (JAGS
Advisor) will be in charge of nominations for the ballots. The name of every female/male
student in the school will be listed by grade level. The students in a particular grade level will
then vote for 1 (one) each female/male candidate of their choice. The top (15) fifteen
female/male students in each grade level who have a minimum 2.0 GPA and are at grade level
will then be put on a ballot. The students in that grade level will vote again with the candidates
with the most votes winning. Once the responsible party has prepared the ballots, homeroom
teachers (JAGS Advisors) will once again be in charge of conducting the election, counting the
ballots and turning in both the ballots and a completed tally sheet to the responsible party.
Nominations must be turned in on the date specified by the responsible parties. Tally sheets
and ballots must be turned in on the date the voting to the responsible parties. Only those
nominations and ballots turned in by the specified deadline will be considered for either
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nominations or in the total count of the final votes.
Each student will have the opportunity to vote for the number of persons that would be eligible
for election for their class. For example, students in the sophomore class would be allowed to
vote for the 3 (three) female/male candidates while seniors would be allowed to vote for the 5
(five) female/male candidates. Voting shall be conducted at least 10 days prior to the proposed
homecoming event if possible. The senior candidate who receives the majority of the votes as
tallied by the responsible party will be elected as homecoming queen/king.
In the event of a tie, a second ballot with only the five attendants’ names will be prepared and
distributed to the senior class. The voting procedure will be the same as stated in #3. The
responsible party will be the same as stated in #3.
The responsible party will order flowers for the attendants to carry as well as boutonnieres for
the males to wear. The athletic department will pay for these items.
The responsible party will also order reasonably priced crown(s)/scepter which will be given to
the queen/king as a memento of the event. The athletic department will also pay for the crown.
Attendants will be presented in class groups.
Practice for the coronation ceremony will be held at a time deemed appropriate by the
responsible party.
Pictures will be taken homecoming day. The responsible party will be the person who is in
contact with the contracted school photographer.
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**Amendment adopted by NLHS Site Based Council April 1995
**Amendment adopted by NLHS Site Based Council December 1997
**Amendment adopted by NLHS Site Based Council August 2005
** Amendment adopted by NLHS Site Based Council September 2009
HOMEWORK POLICY
North Laurel High School’s staff believes that homework is a valuable tool to help students
make the most of their experiences in school. Therefore, general homework guidelines are
listed below. In addition, each teacher will be required to provide students with the specifics of
their individual homework policies. Furthermore, copies of these teacher policies will be
available in the school’s administrative and guidance offices and library.
INTRODUCTION:
Homework reinforces student learning in class, prepares the student for new lessons, and helps
the student develop responsibility and organizational skills. Homework becomes a valuable tool
to expand classroom teaching, therefore,
1.
Students should be prepared to do necessary homework each night.
2.
Homework will be a part of the student’s grade as determined by the teacher.
JUSTIFICATION FOR HOMEWORK:
1.
Homework assignments are reinforcements for classroom curriculum
assignments to support student learning.
2.
Assigned homework will reinforce instruction accomplished in class; it will not
introduce new or unfamiliar concepts or skills.
TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.
Teachers will provide clear, concise directions for the completion of homework
assignments.
2.
Teachers will evaluate and return homework assignments to students in a timely
manner.
3.
Teachers will determine the degree to which homework affects student’s grades.
4.
Teachers will give students feedback on all their homework.
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5.
6.
Teachers will provide instructional follow-up on all homework as needed.
Teachers will make sure that students understand and can explain how their
homework assignments relate to what they are learning in class.
7.
Teachers will keep a record of homework assignments with their lesson plans.
STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.
Students will complete homework assignments neatly and legibly.
2.
Students will turn in assignments on time.
3.
Students will face the consequences of not doing completed homework on time.
4.
Students will be subject to disciplinary action for repeated failure to
complete homework.
PARENTAL SUPPORT:
Parents are urged to take an active interest in their children’s schoolwork. Homework
assignments offer an opportunity for valuable interaction between parent and child in support of
learning.
Parents can help in the following ways:
1.
Express an interest in the school work the children bring home.
2.
Provide a suitable place and time for children to study, free from disturbances.
3.
Supply needed materials for completing homework.
4.
Check to see that homework is completed.
5.
Encourage children to do their best and praise a job well done.
6.
Stay in close communication with teachers.
MAKE-UP WORK POLICY:
Any student who is absent from school for any reason will be expected to make up all work
missed during the time away from school, however, students who have unexcused absences
will not receive credit for the work.
1.
Homework assignment will follow the attendance policy for make-up work (one
day per day absent); however, if any assignment has been made in advance, or
if the due date has been long-standing, the student will be expected to turn in
work at once upon returning to school from an absence. NORTH LAUREL
HIGH SCHOOL DOES NOT HAVE MAKEUP DAYS AT THE END OF
THE 9 WEEKS.
2.
3.
4.
Regularly scheduled class time will not be used for make-up homework.
In case of attendance appeal hearing - only the work made up in accordance
with the make-up work policy will be counted toward the students’ grade if
attendance is waived.
The student is responsible to contact each teacher for make-up work.
INDEPENDENT STUDY POLICY
1) A student must be entering his/her senior year.
2) A student may not take more than one independent study during their high
school career.
3) An independent study course will be counted as a weighted course.
4) A student will not be allowed to exempt out of an independent study final by using his/her
blue/green cards.
5) A student cannot take consecutive simultaneously (for example, cannot take French II and
AP French at the same time - be registered for French II and wanting to take an
independent study in AP French).
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6)
7)
8)
9)
The student should have taken at least two Advanced Placement (AP) classes previously.
The student must be under the supervision of a teacher in that subject area.
The student must fill out an application by July 15th.
The panel will meet within two weeks to hear the student's proposal. The panel will
consist of: one Principal, one Counselor, one Site-Based parent, and two teachers (one in
the subject area and one Site-Based teacher). Four of the five committee members must
agree in order for the independent study to be granted.
MEDICATION POLICY
All medications brought to school must be registered in the Nurse’s office immediately upon
arrival to school. Proper forms and signatures must be completed.
PERFORMANCE BASED CREDIT POLICY
North Laurel High School will award course credits based on the following criteria for the
following type of course offerings:
1) 9 week Courses: ½ credit will be awarded upon achievement of a minimum final course
average of 64%. The final course average will be calculated from the nine-week course
work average (90% weight) and common final exam (10% weight).
Calculation: Final Grade = (.90)x(9-weeks term grade) + (.10)x(final exam score)
2) Semester Courses: 1 credit will be awarded upon achievement of a minimum final course
average of 64%. The final course average will be calculated from the semester course work
average (45% per term weight) and common final exam (10% weight).
Calculation:
Final Grade (1st Semester) = (.45)x(1st term grade) + (.45)x(2nd term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
Final Grade (2nd Semester) = (.45)x(3rd term grade) + (.45)x(4th term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
3) Full Year Courses: ½ credit will be awarded per semester upon achievement of a
minimum final course average of 64%. The final course average will be calculated from
the semester course work average (45% per term weight) and common final exam (10%
weight).
Calculation:
Final Grade (1st Semester) = (.45)x(1st term grade) + (.45)x(2nd term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
Final Grade (2nd Semester) = (.45)x(3rd term grade) + (.45)x(4th term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
 Final exams are summative assessments for courses and will be common assessments for
courses which have more than one section.
 The Kentucky Department of Education requires state-provided common assessments be
administered in the following courses: English II, Algebra II, Biology, and U.S. History. The
2nd semester final exam in the four courses will be the state provided assessment.
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PRACTICAL LIVING/VOCATIONAL CAREERS POLICY
Access to the Practical Living and Career Studies (PL/CS) is provided through intentionally
scheduling time within the school schedule for instruction in all six disciplines (Agriculture
Education, Business and Marketing Education, Engineering and Technology Education, Family
and Consumer Science Education, Physical Education/Health, and ROTC) for all students. The
following guidelines are to be adhered to for the PL/CS content area:
Class Requirements:
Students must complete the following prior to graduation:
 ½ credit of physical education
 ½ credit health
Students must select a current career major pathway offered at North Laurel High School
during their freshman year. Students are recommended to schedule courses that are applicable
to their career major pathway.
Functioning characteristics of the NLHS PL/CS program include the following:
 The PL/CS curriculum is fully aligned with state and national standards articulated and
communicated to all students, teachers, and administrators.
 Academic and PL/CS content is integrated across all disciplines.
 Students have the opportunity to learn about available sources and resources of
financial systems.
 Classroom learning is enhanced through field trips, competitions, cooperative work
experience, school-based enterprises, and other applicable real-world experiences.
 Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) will enhance co-curricular learning.
 Problem solving and critical thinking skills involving resource management skills are
taught in various courses.
Above guidelines need to be followed, in addition to the following professional development
practices:
 Professional development will allow for continuous growth through job-embedded
opportunities for implementing instructional strategies.
 Teachers have access to professional development which deepens and broadens
knowledge of PL/CS Content.
705 KAR 4:231. General program standards for secondary career and technical education
programs. As per the Kentucky Department of Education, Practical Living/Career Studies
Program Review, NLHS School Based Decision Making Council will have a yearly designated
review of the program and make recommendations to the school PL/CS committee.
PROM POLICY
Beginning with the 2007-2008 school year, the NLHS prom will rotate between the 1st and 2nd
Saturday of May. The only exception will be that the prom must be at least two (2) weekends
prior to the last student attendance date in the Laurel County Schools.
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SECONDARY GED POLICY
According to 740 KAR 7:150, students must meet four standards to qualify for the Secondary
GED Option program offered by the Kentucky Department of Education. They must be:
 16 years of age
 two grade levels behind the class they started high school with
 4 high school credits
 score a 29 on the normal curve equivalent on 9th grade standardized test score in
Reading, Language Arts, and Math
Once they qualify for the program, they must do a minimum of 15 hours of GED preparation
classes and have access to a certified teacher and be involved in one of the following areas: 1)
service learning, 2) vocational education, 3) additional coursework; 4) internship; 5)
cooperative learning project; and 6) any other learning activity aligned with the student's
Individual Learning Plan. At the end of the year the students are included in the summer
school graduation ceremony. We also must count them in our successful transition to adult life
statistics for that school year. After two years of the program, we feel it is necessary to require
the students to do the required 15 preparation hours per week and to have a paid job or be
volunteering a minimum of 15 hours a week.
SENIOR AWARDS POLICY
Each academic department at North Laurel High School has established criteria to be used in
identifying outstanding seniors for special recognition. The criteria used by each department
and the criteria for additional honors are as follows:
Attendance:
A student must maintain an overall attendance percentage of 95% or higher for the academic
school year.
Discipline:
A student shall have no discipline referrals for the academic school year.
BUSINESS DEPARTMENT
BUSINESS AWARD:
The business award is given to seniors who have completed a minimum of 4 business classes
with a 4.00 GPA. These students must conduct themselves professionally in a business-like
manner and attain maximum level skills in each of the classes.
BANK AWARD:
This award is given to the most outstanding North Laurel Financial Center student.
BUSINESS CO-OP AWARD:
This award is given to the most outstanding business co-op student(s). To be considered for
this honor, the student must attain a major or minor in the business department and
successfully complete 540 working hours in an office position with the business co-op program.
MARKETING CO-OP AWARD:
This award is given to the most outstanding students who have completed at least two
marketing education courses and a minimum of 540 working hours in marketing co-op.
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ENGLISH DEPARTMENT:
ENGLISH AWARD:
1.
2.
4.00 (Weighted) GPA in English courses
Proficient or Distinguished on portfolio piece in English IV
FINE ARTS & FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT:
ART:
1. 4.00 (Weighted) GPA in FA and FL courses
2. Must display creativity, self motivation, strong work ethic, successful use of different
media, and be progressively improving.
3. Willingness to work on extra art projects for school, faculty, and staff.
4. Cooperative with teacher and peers.
BAND:
The John Philip Sousa Award is given to the most outstanding student who meets the following
criteria:
1. Enrolled in band for all four years of high school.
2. 4.00 (Weighted) GPA band courses
3. Must have participated in marching band, concert band, solos, and/or ensembles, and
pep band each year.
4. Must have auditioned at least two years for either Regional Band or Festival Band.
CHORUS:
1. 4.00 (Weighted) GPA in choir courses
2. Enrolled in Chorus for at least 2 years.
3. Must have auditioned for All-Festival or All-State Choir a minimum of one year.
4. Awards are given to the most outstanding students who meet the above criteria.
SPANISH:
1. Must have 4.00 (weighted) GPA in Spanish courses.
2. Must have taken three credits of Spanish, including AP Spanish.
3. Awards are given to the most outstanding students who meet the above criteria.
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT:
To receive an award in mathematics, a student should have completed 5 college preparatory
mathematics courses and maintained a 4.00 weighted GPA in those five math courses.
NAVAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT:
To receive an award in Naval Science (NJROTC), a student must have taken at least Naval
Science I & II and maintained a 4.00 GPA in Naval Science. The student must have also held a
position as a company officer and/or been a member of an NJROTC extracurricular activity
during one of the classes.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT:
1. Must have taken at least three PE courses with a 4.00 GPA in those courses.
2. Must display leadership and good sportsmanship.
3. The award will be given to the most outstanding students meeting the above criteria.
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT:
1. Must have completed at least 4 credits in science.
2. Must have maintained at least a 4.00 weighted GPA in those four courses.
SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT:
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1. Must have completed at least 4 credits in social studies
2. Must have maintained at least a 4.00 weighted GPA in those four courses.
VOCATIONAL DEPARTMENT:
AGRICULTURE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Minimum of two agriculture courses.
4.00 weighted GPA for agriculture classes.
No out of school suspensions.
Club participation (FFA).
Awards are given to the most outstanding students who meet the above criteria.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Minimum of one Technology Education class
4.00 weighted GPA for technology education classes.
Members of the Technology Student Association (TSA) Club.
The student must be active in class and/or club activities and show leadership ability.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Minimum of one FCS class
4.00 weighted GPA for FCS classes.
Members of the FCCLA Club.
The student must be active in class and/or club activities and show leadership ability.
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION:
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE:
SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVE POLICY
1. Each homeroom (advisee group) will be represented by one student selected by the
group. This student must meet and maintain all criteria established.
2. Homeroom representative will then take nominations for class officers which will be
voted on by the entire senior class. Class officers must meet and maintain all criteria
established.
3. Senior class officers, homeroom representative, senior class sponsors, senior class
counselor and principal will make up the Senior Executive Council. This council will be
responsible for decisions concerning the senior class and for making recommendations
to be considered. This group will meet as needed and will follow proper procedure for
meetings.
4. Student members of this council must have at least a 3.0 GPA at the time of
selection/nomination and maintain this average for the duration of their term
in office. Members must not have a failing grade for any class. A probationary period
of 2 weeks will be given if the GPA falls below 3.0. If the grade does not improve to
this level, the student will be replaced by a vote
of the Senior Executive Council.
5. Executive council members must attend all meetings of the council and will be excused
by following the same procedure as established by the school regarding absences.
6. Council members should exhibit leadership qualities, proper interpersonal relationship
skills, maturity and the willingness to work while serving on the council. While serving
on the council, any member who must be disciplined by the school administration which
results in Out of School Suspension, will be replaced since this reflects on the entire
group.
7. Council members may recommend revisions of the above policy only be a 2/3 vote of
the group. The recommendations should be submitted in writing to
the school council for consideration.
8. A representative of the Senior Executive Council will be invited to attend school
council meetings as needed.
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Adopted by NLHS SBDM Council, February 2006
STUDENT APPEARANCE/DRESS CODE POLICY
The purpose of this dress code is to help ensure student safety and to remove any barriers or
distractions to the learning process. Schools are educational institutions, and no extreme form
of personal appearance will be allowed to interfere with the educational process. School
authorities may limit or prohibit any extreme type or style of student dress,
personal appearance, or use of wearing apparel, which, in judgment of school
officials, is deemed to create a disruption of school discipline and routine. Good
personal appearance is conducive to a positive learning environment. This dress code promotes
grooming and hygiene, instills discipline, prevents disruption, conforms to safety guidelines, and
teaches respect for authority. Proper dress by students and staff is expected at all times. All
individuals are to come to school clean and neatly dressed. Apparel must meet with health and
safety codes, be in good repair, and must not interfere with the educational process.
SOME LIMITATIONS ARE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
No shoes with cleats or nails, no boots with spurs.
No bare feet.
Any article of clothing, jewelry, body decoration, or hairstyle extreme enough to
create distraction or disturb the normal routine of school shall be deemed
inappropriate.
No hats, caps, overcoats, hoods, or bandannas are allowed unless they are part
of an approved educational activity.
Shirts must cover the body to the waist and must come to the edge of the
shoulder.
No halters, spaghetti straps, one shoulder tops, low cut tops, or bare midriffs.
No articles of clothing with wording, pictures, symbols, or graphics that, either
implied or suggested, contain inappropriate language, violence, obscene or
sexual connotations, alcohol, narcotics, firearms, or tobacco messages.
*Shorts, skirts/dresses should be no shorter than mid thigh.
Trousers/slacks/pants must be belted at the natural waist. Pants shall not be
excessively long enough to cause a safety hazard.
No undergarments may be exposed.
Dark glasses, unless prescribed by a physician, are prohibited inside the building.
Tattoos that are vulgar or display items related to drugs, alcohol, or gang
symbols, or that are racially or sexually offensive are to be covered and nonvisible at all times.
Garments may not have any holes that are not patched. Wearing tights,
leggings, shorts, or other garments underneath pants with holes in them is not
acceptable.
Students will only be forbidden to wear nose, eyebrow, lip, and tongue piercings
if they create a distraction to learning or if they create a safety hazard.
All hats, sunglasses, or other inappropriate materials will be confiscated and
returned at the discretion of the Principals.
1st
Violations of Student Appearance/Dress Code
Offense
Conference to expulsion
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2nd Offense
3rd Offense
In school suspension to expulsion
Out of school suspension to expulsion
STUDENT PARKING POLICY
Due to limitations in space and difficulty of supervision, the following rules and regulations will
govern parking for the 2013-2014 school year:
1. On campus parking is a privilege extended only to sophomore, junior, and senior
students who have a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and proof of
vehicle insurance.
2. ANY student meeting the above criteria may purchase a parking pass for the 20112012 school year for $25. This cost will cover the entire year. Exception: students who
turn 16 during the second semester and wish to purchase a parking permit will be
charged a prorated amount.
3. Students who do not purchase a parking pass will be charged a senior debt of
$25 and will not graduate until paid. A $25 charge will assessed for each year
the student parks without a valid parking pass.
4. Reduced fees for parking passes will be granted to the following students:
a. Students with perfect attendance (to include no late check-ins, early check-outs)
for the previous school year will receive the parking pass for free.
b. Students with a current Green Card = $15
c. Students with a current Blue Card = $20
5. A Consent to Search form must be signed by the student before a parking
permit can be purchased.
6. The parking permit must be displayed from the rear-view mirror of each vehicle. Cars
without a displayed valid parking permit are subject to disciplinary measures.
7. Students are to park on the auditorium side of campus only. A designated space will be
assigned when a permit is purchased.
8. Students are to park in their assigned parking spot only. Parking your vehicle
in an unassigned parking spot will result in disciplinary actions as outlined in
the Violation of Student Parking Regulations at the end of this section.
9. All students should be in the parking lot by 8:00 a.m. each morning. Students are to
leave their car immediately after parking and enter the school. Loitering in the student
parking lot before school is not permitted. Students may not return to their cars during
the school day without prior approval from the school administration.
10. Students who drive to school and arrive late are subject to having their
parking permit revoked without refund according to the following:
a. Upon arriving late (unexcused) three (3) times – student will lose the
parking permit for the remainder of the 9 weeks grading period.
b. Upon arriving late (unexcused) six (6) times - parking permit will be
revoked for the rest of the year.
11. Any student without a parking permit, driving in a disorderly or reckless manner, parking
in an incorrect space or location, will be subject to the following disciplinary measures:
1 Offense
st
Violation of Student Parking Regulations
Warning/Conference (A warning sticker will be placed on the
vehicle. A parent contact will be made via phone call or letter.)
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2nd Offense One day In-School Suspension (A second warning sticker will be
placed on the vehicle. A parent contact will be made by a home
visit or a certified letter.)
rd
3 Offense Two days In-School Suspension and vehicle towed at owner’s
expense
TARDY POLICY
STUDENTS ARE CONSIDERED TARDY IF THEY ARE NOT IN THEIR ASSIGNED PLACE
WHEN THE TARDY BELL STOPS RINGING. This means when the 3rd bell rings to signify
the beginning of class, students are to be in their assigned classroom. Students in the doorway
or in the hallway, regardless of how close to the room, are considered tardy.
When a student is tardy, a written excuse must be presented to the teacher. Tardies will be
excused for the same reasons as given for absences, which are listed in the Attendance Policy
of the Laurel County Board of Education. Students without a written excuse are tardy.
After a student has accumulated three (3) unexcused tardies, he/she will be referred to the
office of the Assistant Principal by the teacher completing the Disciplinary Office Referral (DOR)
and forward to the office. The Assistant Principal will assign the discipline. When a teacher or
a JAGS teacher has sent a student to the office, he/she will note that the student has been
disciplined and begin accumulating the tardies again.
1st Offense
2nd Offense
3rd Offense
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DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR TARDIES
Two (2) days After School Detention
One (1) day In-School Suspension and 2 days After School
Detention
Two (2) days In-School Suspension and 2 days After School
Detention
REPEATED AND CONTINUED VIOLATIONS OF RULES AND REGULATIONS:
Stricter measures may be taken when a student continues to violate the above rules and
regulations. (From Laurel County Student Code of Conduct and Discipline)
Rewards given by North Laurel High School for perfect attendance are for
those students who have been present all day every day. (i.e. tardies and
early dismissals are not allowed)
TOBACCO POLICY
The use of any tobacco product(s) and/or electronic smoking devices is prohibited in any
building, on school grounds, at school sponsored events, or in any vehicle owned or operated
by the Laurel County Board of Education.
1st Offense
2nd Offense
3rd Offense
Violations of Tobacco Policy
Confiscation of the tobacco product(s) and
one (1) day After School Detention
Confiscation of the tobacco product(s) and
two (2) days After School Detention
Confiscation of the tobacco product(s) and
one (1) day of In-School Suspension and (1)
day of After School Detention
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Stricter measures may be taken when a student continues to violate the above rules and
regulations. (From Laurel County Student Code of Conduct and Discipline)
UNDERCLASSMEN AWARDS POLICY
At North Laurel High School, we feel that students should be honored for academic, attendance, and
behavioral achievement. In order to receive an underclassmen award, students must meet the following
criteria:
Grades: A student must have an “A” average for each grading period (1st, 2nd, and 3rd nine weeks) and
an “A” average at the posting date for mid-term grades of the 4th nine weeks. A student must also have
an “A” on the semester exam.
Attendance: A student must maintain an overall attendance percentage of 95% or higher for the
academic school year.
Discipline: A student shall have no discipline referrals for the academic school year .
VISITOR POLICY
Due to the crowded conditions in the classroom, student visitors are discouraged. The visits should be
made by prior arrangement only. Any visitor must sign the register, and secure a pass from one of the
principals.
OTHER RULES AND REGULATIONS
ARTICLES PROHIBITED AT SCHOOL
We are committed to providing a clean, safe, and cooperative learning environment. Any items that are
disruptive to the learning environment are considered inappropriate. Problems arise each year because
students have articles which are hazardous to the safety of others, or interfere in some way with school
procedure. This includes, but is not limited to, CD and/or tape players, large radios/tape players, MP3
players, IPODS, video/DVD camcorders, camera phones, digital cameras, laptops, video games, water
guns, toy guns, shaving cream, chains, water pistols, knives, curling irons, stun guns, mace, firecrackers,
and glass containers. Those items will be taken from the student. NLHS will not be responsible for any
of these items. Loss or theft of these items will not be handled through the administrative
offices.
CODE OF CONDUCT
A copy of the School Conduct Code adopted by the Laurel County Board of Education may be
obtained upon request in the Principals office at North Laurel High School.
DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
Public display of affection is considered inappropriate behavior on campus or at school
sponsored activities. Kissing and hugging in the halls or classrooms will result in either InSchool Suspension or After School Detention.
DROPPING A CLASS OR CHANGING A SCHEDULE
Students may change a class prior to the opening of school. Guidance Counselors are available
for schedule changes during the summer. No student will be allowed to change a class
after school is in session without written permission of the principal or his designee.
You may not drop a class after the class has been in session one week. Permission for adding
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or dropping a class can only be done upon the written approval of the teacher involved and the
administration.
IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION PROGRAM
The In-School Suspension (ISS) Program is to be operated strictly according to these rules and
regulations, and students will be held accountable for them while serving their assignments.
1.
No student will be permitted to choose the day he/she is to serve an In-School
Suspension.
2.
Students who are absent on the day(s) he/she is to serve are to make up the
day(s) the next day(s) he/she returns to school. Students who leave In-School
early, i.e., sickness, early check-out, etc. will be required to serve a full day extra
to make up any lost time.
Students In-School Suspension will be permitted to make up tests missed while serving InSchool.
REFUSAL TO SERVE/COOPERATE
1st Offense
1 day OSS
nd
2 Offense
2 days OSS
3rd Offense
5 days OSS
*Students receiving OSS for refusal to serve and/or cooperate while in ISS will be
required to attend ISS again, once returning from OSS, to make-up the day(s) missed
due to their behavior.
STUDENT SUSPENSIONS AND EXPULSIONS
Students may be suspended and/or expelled for willful disobedience or defiance of the authority
of teachers or administrators, use of profanity or vulgarity, assault and battery, or abuse of
other students or school personnel, the threat of force or violence, the use or possession of
alcohol or drugs, stealing, destruction or defacing school property or personal property, the
carrying or use of weapons or dangerous instruments, or other incorrigible bad conduct on
school property and at school sponsored activities.
Students shall not be suspended until the following due process procedures have been
followed:
1.
The student has been given oral or written notice of the charges against him/her
and the charges have been followed.
2.
The student has been given an opportunity to present his/her own version of the
facts relating to the charges.
3.
The principal or assistant principal may suspend a student immediately without
taking the two preceding steps if such action is necessary to protect persons or
property, or to avoid disruption of the ongoing academic process. In such cases,
the due process procedures outlined in Numbers 1 and 2 above shall follow the
suspension as soon as possible, but no later than three (3) days after the
beginning of the suspension.
4.
The only exception is the standardized achievement tests given each spring.
5.
Students are responsible for all classroom work missed while In In-School
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6.
Suspension.
Students, who come to In-School unprepared to work, (no paper, pencil book,
etc...) may be assigned an extra day or days by the In-School teacher.
Repeated violations of this type may be treated as refusing to cooperate with
teacher.
TRANSPORTATION GUIDELINES (BOARD POLICY)
BUS RIDING POLICY
The following proposals have been drawn up concerning the disciplinary actions of students
involved in discipline problems on school buses. More severe punishments may be
administered at the discretion of the administrator involved. Other bus regulations, not
specifically covered, will be governed by the minimum penalty of the category in which they are
placed. Example: Burning another student with a cigarette lighter or match would fit into
category D. Provision is made should driver and/or administrator request conference only for
student.
In addition to disciplinary action regarding bus transportation, the school authorities and/or
school Board may also take action depending on the nature and seriousness of the offense.
Consequences for unacceptable behaviors that are not specifically listed here, also apply to bus
transportation.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.
Throwing items on bus.
Refusal to follow reasonable request/insubordination.
Smoking and use of tobacco.
Fighting on bus. (Assault on another student or endangering the safety of other
students.)
Abusiveness to driver. (Verbally)
Abusiveness to driver. (Physically).
Changing seats while bus is in motion or having arms and / or head out of
windows.
Destruction of school bus.
Excessive noise/ mischief/ inappropriate language and / or gestures.
Failure to face forward or remain in seat or assigned seat
Discipline Action Range for Bus Violation:
Conference to School Bus Suspensions
Note – For damages and destruction of school bus, damages will be assessed and restitution
will be required.
If a student is suspended from one bus, he/ she is suspended from all other buses as
well. A school bus suspension is not an excused absence from school. Students will be
expected to be at school each day of their suspension. Students who are serving a bus
suspension will be permitted to ride a bus for educational and reward field trips. The riding of a
school bus in Laurel County is a privilege that is conditioned on the behavior and the
observance of rules and regulations for riders. Students who violate these rules are subject to
acts of discipline. It should be understood by all, that the driver has the authority to assign
seats on the bus. This may be used as a matter of discipline or as a means of checking for bus
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seat damage. No reason needs to be given by the driver. Repeated violations can bring about
permanent loss of riding privileges.
The following, for the most part, have been mandated by the State Board of Education
as safety measures for our school.
Students Shall:
1.
1.
Occupy any seat assigned by the driver
2.
Be on time, the driver will not be asked to wait while you eat or get ready
3.
Honor any request made by the driver
4.
Refrain from smoking any substance while on the bus
5.
Refrain from the use of tobacco in any form while on the bus
6.
Keep head and arms in the bus at all times
7.
Not cause any damage to the interior of the bus
8.
Leave the bus only at home or school except by written permission signed by
your parent and your principal or Director of Transportation
9.
Cross road in front of bus only
10.
Not throw any object on the bus at any time
11.
Show respect for others along the route at all times
12.
Ride only the bus to which you are assigned
13.
Not ride any bus while on suspension from your assigned bus
14.
Not be changing seats while the bus is in motion
15.
Stop all talking and other noise when approaching a railroad crossing
16.
Not disturb private property while waiting for the bus
17.
Move away from the bus after unloading
18.
Not exit from the rear (emergency) except in the case of an emergency
19.
Wait until the bus stops before moving forward to load
20.
Keep their feet on the floor
21.
Keep all bulky objects in their possession
22.
Report any observed damage to the bus driver or principal
23.
Show respect and care for smaller children
24.
Not bring any "pop" cans or bottles in the bus
25.
Not use any vulgar or profane language or gestures while being transported to or
from school
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EMERGENCY INFORMATION
FIRE, TORNADO, EARTHQUAKE, AND LOCK DOWN DRILLS
Emergency evacuation, fire drills and lock down drills will be held periodically
throughout the year. Tornado drills will be conducted periodically prior to and during
tornado season. Earthquake drills will be held semi-annually. An exit plan will be placed
near the door of each room. Procedures will be explained by your teacher.
AMENDED POLICY STATEMENT OF LAUREL COUNTY BOARD OF
EDUCATION RESPECTING FIRST AMENDMENT ACTIVITIES
This statement is intended as a clarification and an Amendment of The School Board's policy
concerning religion in county schools as set forth in the letter of The Board's Attorney, dated
December 17, 1986 (Original Policy Statement).
Nothing in the Original Policy Statement was ever intended to nor shall it be construed to
prohibit the following activities:
1. Religious activities of teachers and students during non-school hours.
2. Voluntary prayer or grace prior to meals if not done en masse and with classified or
certified school personnel participation only in a non-leadership manner when students
are involved.
3. The use of the Bible, religion in drama and music for comparative and historical
purposes or studies.
4. Student-initiated and student-led prayer or study of the Bible or other religious material
during school hours in which teachers are present only in a non-leadership manner.
5. The display by students and teachers of religious symbols, buttons, or jewelry on their
persons.
6. Voluntary acts of Bible reading, prayer, and communication of religious beliefs by and
between students and by and between classified/certified school personnel on an
individual basis during non-class time during school hours.
The listing of permitted activities above shall not necessarily be deemed all inclusive of
constitutionally protected activities. The legitimate right of The Board to maintain proper order
and discipline in the schools is recognized and reserved and the enumeration of the above items
shall not be construed to abrogate such right.
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Laurel County Schools
HONOR DIPLOMA
STUDENT CHECKLIST
Student Name: _________________________________ School: ______________________________________
A copy of this form must be completed for each Honor Diploma candidate.
NOTE: Check the boxes as appropriate to confirm that this student has completed or will complete each requirement by the
date of graduation.



Successful completion of all the minimum unit requirements for high school graduation set forth in 704 KAR 3:305 or as
specified by the local board of education.
Successful completion of all minimum requirements of the pre-college preparation curriculum.
Successful completion (i.e., receiving a grade of “C” or its equivalent) in 3 AP courses in the list of subjects below to
qualify for
the Laurel County Schools Honor Diploma. Note the following:
 That 704 KAR 3:340 requires that the courses must contain “essential content” and meet the standards described
in the Advanced Placement (AP) Program Course Description Booklets of the College Entrance Examination
Board.
ENGLISH
English Language & Composition
SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science*
AP Physics B
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
AP Japanese Language & Culture
AP Latin Literature
AP Latin Vergil
AP Chinese Language & Culture
AP French Language
AP French Literature
AP German Language
AP Art History
AP Comp Govt. & Politics*
AP Computer Science A*
AP Computer Science AB
AP European History
AP Human Geography*
English Literature & Composition
AP Physics C
AP Statistics*
AP Russian Language & Culture
AP Spanish Language
AP Spanish Literature
ELECTIVE (selected from any of the above or the following):
AP Macroeconomics*
AP Physics C: Mechanics*
AP Microeconomics*
AP Studio Art (drawing or 2D or 3D
portfolio)
AP Music Theory
AP U. S. Govt. & Politics*
AP Psychology*
AP U. S. History
AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism*
AP World History
(*This subject is the equivalent of a half-year college course.)
Completion of (or will complete) AP examinations in at least 2 of the 3 AP courses.
Exam #1: ___________________
Exam #2: ____________________
CERTIFICATION: By the date of graduation, this student will have completed all of the requirements checked above.
___________________________________
Signature of Senior Counselor
__________________________________
Signature of Student
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Date
North Laurel High School Performance Based Credit Policy
North Laurel High School will award course credits based on the following criteria for the
following type of course offerings:
4) 9 week Courses: ½ credit will be awarded upon achievement of a minimum final course
average of 64%. The final course average will be calculated from the nine-week course
work average (90% weight) and common final exam (10% weight).
Calculation: Final Grade = (.90)x(9-weeks term grade) + (.10)x(final exam score)
5) Semester Courses: 1 credit will be awarded upon achievement of a minimum final course
average of 64%. The final course average will be calculated from the semester course work
average (45% per term weight) and common final exam (10% weight).
Calculation:
Final Grade (1st Semester) = (.45)x(1st term grade) + (.45)x(2nd term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
Final Grade (2nd Semester) = (.45)x(3rd term grade) + (.45)x(4th term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
6) Full Year Courses: ½ credit will be awarded per semester upon achievement of a
minimum final course average of 64%. The final course average will be calculated from
the semester course work average (45% per term weight) and common final exam (10%
weight).
Calculation:
Final Grade (1st Semester) = (.45)x(1st term grade) + (.45)x(2nd term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
Final Grade (2nd Semester) = (.45)x(3rd term grade) + (.45)x(4th term grade)+ (.10)x(final
exam score)
 Final exams are summative assessments for courses and will be common assessments for
courses which have more than one section.
 The Kentucky Department of Education requires state-provided common assessments be
administered in the following courses: English II, Algebra II, Biology, and U.S. History. The
2nd semester final exam in the four courses will be the state provided assessment.
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I have received a copy of the Student Handbook as distributed by North
Laurel High School. I have read and discussed this handbook with my
child.
_________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
________
Date
_________________________
Name of Student
*Please return to your child’s homeroom teacher.
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