Junction City High School
Student Life Handbook
*Clubs*Organizations*Activities*
INDEX
Page
Advisor Directory
1
Introduction / Sponsor Expectations
2
KSHSAA Compliance / Attendance Requirements
3
Purchases / Fundraising
4
Dances / Parties / Overnight Trips
5
Performances / Practices / Scheduling
6
Flyer/ Locker / Poster Guidelines
7
Anti- Hazing / Drug Abuse / Performance Enhancing Drugs
8
JCHS Random Drug Testing Policy
Transportation Guidelines
Out of District Travel
9-14
15-16
17
KSHSAA Activities Index
18-20
Student Life Clubs Index
21-23
Student Organizations
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ADVISOR DIRECTORY
KSHSAA Activity
Sponsor
Student Organizations
Band
TJ Taylor
FBLA
Chris Holborn
Cheerleading
Alicia Goheen
FCCLA
Kassandra Dehoff
Choral Music
Michael Brown
JROTC
Dance
Ellie Dillon
MACESA
Randy Wewer
Debate
Al Kirtley
National Honor Society
Lisa Torres- Wigton
Forensics
Cathy Rankin
Skills USA/ Robotics
Gilbert Hall / TBA
Kay
Teresa Palmer
Tri – M Music Honors Society Sharon Worchester
Orchestra
David Bernard Stevens
AVID
Becky Hickert
Scholar’s Bowl
Tim & Becky Hickert
HOSA
Nancy Dettmer
StuCo
Dana Wiegand / GG Booth
FEA
Lauren Simmons
Yearbook / Newspaper
John Walter
Student Life Clubs
Sponsor
Freshman Committee
Ashley Ackerman / Tyrek Artley
Sophomore Committee
Bridget Oliver
Junior Committee
Felicia Gawith / Amber Stevens
Senior Committee
Dana Wiegand / Ellie Dillon
Anime Club
Brianna Melius
Blue Jay Nation
Ellie Dillon
Club 121
Kip French
Gay- Straight Alliance
Kathryn Winnie
German Club
Frau Thrasher
JC Players Club
Brian Hagemeister
Key Club
Teresa Palmer
Komomantyns
Fawn McDougald
Spanish Club
TBA
S2S
Pat Battle/ Ashley Ackerman
American Sign Language
Karen Sexton / Jennifer Sutter
H. Nieves / C. Wright / T. Ehlers
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INTRODUCTION
The activities program at Junction City High School is a vital part of a student’s educational experience. In many
cases the most lasting memories of High School are made while participating in an activity.
“Activities in our Kansas schools will be as good and as sound as those who administer and support them. Rules and
regulations are valueless unless they are embedded in the “grass roots” of the local school and community. The
underlying philosophy of interscholastic activities presupposes that they are for the good of the students themselves—just
are the other phases of the educational program—and that is the way the citizens of Kansas want them to be.”
(KSHSAA)
The sponsor of an activity can be a facilitator, listener, confidant, and role model in making the activity meaningful.
The success of the activity is always attributed to the organization, personality, and creativity of the sponsor.
Sponsors have the responsibility for their program and are responsible for reading and observing the
procedures in this handbook. Assistants are expected to help when called upon by the head sponsor. In addition, an
activity credit is a graduation credit at JCHS.
SPONSOR EXPECTATIONS

Fulfill roles and responsibilities as directed by the administration. For example: adherence to district guidelines
for fundraising, handling of money, transportation, etc.

Communicate (in writing) to the students and Activities Coordinator your club’s expectations and goals

Provide to the Activities Coordinator a copy of all rules and regulations for your organization. (Include
requirements for membership into your club and “due process” for exclusion from your club)

Provide criteria to earn graduation credit to the students and Activities Coordinator

Provide an accurate membership roster to the Activities Coordinator by no later than September 30---keep
your roster up-to-date during the school year

Provide to students and parents information concerning:
A. Transportation policies
B. Substance Abuse policies
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KSHSAA ACTIVITY SPONSORS
(Debate, Band, Choir, Cheerleading. Dance Team, Scholar’s Bowl, Forensics, etc.)

Comply with all KSHSAA and USD #475 rules and regulations including:
A. Monitoring and reporting on the eligibility of each participant
B. Monitoring completed physicals and substance abuse policy for each participant
KSHSAA COMPLIANCE
Eligibility: Students participating in activities that receive ratings/rankings and are sanctioned by the Kansas State High
School Activities Association (KSHSAA) must pass five semester credits of course work the previous semester. Additional
requirements may be set by an individual sponsor for their specific group (must have administrative approval). A student
must be in attendance at school for the entire day’s schedule in order to be eligible and in good standing to practice,
perform, or compete later on that day or evening. The sponsor is responsible for checking the eligibility of the students
in their program.
ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION AND ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT
Students participating in any athletic or activity program sponsored by KSHSAA and/or JCHS must be in attendance at
school for the entire day of classes in order to be eligible to practice, perform, or compete on that day or evening. This
policy applies to, but is not limited to the following types of activities.
1.
2.
3.
4.
athletic practices or contests
musical/drama rehearsals, performances, tryouts, contests
dance team, cheerleaders, JROTC clinics, tryouts, practices, performances
club/organization conferences, workshops, contests, or other activities sponsored by that club/organization
Students not in attendance for the full day of classes on a Friday are not eligible to practice, perform, or compete on a
Saturday. Upon their return to classes on Monday, they would be eligible to participate.
This policy may be waived and the student allowed to participate if the following actions are taken:
1. a call in advance of the absence by the student’s parent/guardian explaining the reason and the necessity
for the student missing all or part of the school day
2. in an emergency situation a call, as soon as possible, explaining the reason for the student’s absence
The decision to waive this policy will be made by the administration.
It is the responsibility of coaches/sponsors to work closely together to make sure students are in compliance with this
policy.
Students, who miss all or part of a school day, are expected to comply with the above policy.
Students are expected to be in class (on time) the next day after an activity the previous night.
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PURCHASES
USE SCHOOL PURCHASE ORDERS FOR ALL PURCHASES
Purchase orders are available from our bookkeeper and must be submitted to the Activities Coordinator. Prior to any
purchase the purchase order must be fully completed and signed by the sponsor and Activities Coordinator.
The school district or school activity fund will not reimburse a teacher who purchases without a purchase order.
The following should be followed when purchasing items for your program/school:
1. Do not pay cash
2. Do not charge without a purchase order
3. Always return a signed invoice to our bookkeeper with the PO# on the invoice
4. Your financial report must balance receipts against deposits, record all money received, issue numbered receipts,
and turn in all money to our bookkeeper
FUND RAISING
The sponsor is responsible to get each fund raising activity approved by the Administration.
least (2) weeks in advance.
Please submit request at
Once approved, all fund raising activities will be scheduled by the Activities Coordinator to avoid conflicts. Downtown
selling campaigns are discouraged.
Fund raising activities should be well planned with emphasis on the following details:
1. What is the quality and sales appeal of the product?
2. Who will buy the product?
3. How do students collect money?
4. Can orders be taken---filled---then money collected?
5. AVOID COLLECTING CASH–HAVE CHECKS MADE PAYABLE to JCHS (phone # on the check)
6. Avoid buying the product in advance---check on return policies
7. Bookkeeping---KEEP ACCURATE RECORDS---issue receipts for checks/money taken
8. Deposit all money with our bookkeeper DAILY
Sponsors are accountable for all the money. Receipts must be issued for any checks/money collected. Receipt books are
available from our bookkeeper. Receipt books are to be returned at the conclusion of the school year to our bookkeeper
for auditing purposes.
(See Index–Other Information–memo from Central Office–
Cash Management of School Monies)
COMMUNITY SERVICE: Encourage service to our community. When planning fund raising projects, consider some
type of service to our community. This may be a percentage of your profit to a worthwhile charity or, better yet, a time
contribution from the students to a community project.
REMINDERS:
1. Under no circumstances are students allowed to sell anything during classes and/or during the
school day
2. Sales Tax will be collected on all fund raising sales
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DANCES AND PARTIES
Dances and parties are planned/managed by the sponsor(s) and their organization. The approval of the date is made by
the Administration.
These guidelines must be followed:
Dance Supervision
 10 Chaperones (responsibility of the sponsor to find)

3 Administrators, 3 Hall Monitors, 2 Police Officers, Sponsor(s), 2 Ticket Workers
Dress Code—School Dress Code will apply for all dances with the following additions:
 Semi-Formal to Business Casual-students will not be allowed to wear T-shirts, shorts, jeans, or tuxes.
Appropriate dress would be slacks, khakis, dresses. Spaghetti straps are OK
 Formal
DJ—The DJ selected for our dances will follow these guidelines:
 DJ will not allow groups to gather or mosh pit---will change music if this happens
 Play music that does not have sexual connotations
 Play music that is edited
Sponsor—Sponsors are responsible for the following items:
 Signing up out of school dates and getting this list approved (see below)
 Cleaning up decorations/trash
 Dance supervision (finding chaperones)
 Advertising (dance/ticket prices/dress code)
 Having adequate cash on hand (securing ticket takers)
Students from other schools/graduates are not allowed to attend our school dances/parties except with our own students
who have made prior arrangements by registering them in advance with the sponsor(s).
It is the responsibility of the sponsor to coordinate the “Out of School Date Form” with the Administration
for approval. (Page 25)
REQUIREMENTS FOR OVERNIGHT TRIPS
1. Fill out overnight trip request form (Page 20)
2. Each student is required to complete the MEDICAL PERMIT Form
This form must be notarized (Page 23)
3. Parent permission form on file before leaving (Page 22)
PROPER SUPERVISION IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST
DO NOT ASSUME STUDENTS WILL BEHAVE APPROPRIATELY
DO NOT LEAVE STUDENTS UNSUPERVISED AT ANY TIME
(A detailed supervision plan must be submitted for review by the Administration)
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PERFORMANCES AND PRACTICES
1. Weekday practices--------------------must end by 10:00 pm
Weekend practices/performances---must end by 11:00 pm
2. Sunday practices/performances---need approval from the Administration
3. Church Night---USD #475 supports Wednesday night as church night. If there is an emergency and/or schedule
conflict, consult the Administration for approval to schedule an activity on church night. In most cases practices
on Wednesday should end by 6:00 pm.
4. All practices and performances must be accompanied by the sponsor.
SCHEDULING AND STUDENT CONFLICTS
(Activity/Athletic Participation Policy)
We encourage participation in all activities at Junction City High School. It is our philosophy that all students are allowed
an opportunity to participate in as many activities as possible. With this philosophy there may be conflicts with specific
dates and events. It is in the best interest of the programs for the coaches and sponsors to compromise and try to work
out conflicts without putting the student in the middle. When there is a conflict on a specific date the following policy will
apply:
1. The student will notify the coach and sponsor of the conflict immediately.
2. The importance or priority of an event will be determined as follows:
a. A game/performance takes precedence over a practice/tryout
b. A league or state event will take precedence over a regular season game or performance
c. Varsity activities will take precedence over sub-varsity activities
d. The administration will determine precedence when there is a conflict as to the importance or significance
of the event
3. When it has been determined that the two events in conflict are equal in priority,
every effort will be made to resolve this conflict so the student will not be put into a position to choose or be penalized in
any way.
We must do our best to schedule events in a way that we minimize conflicts. In no way should any repercussions or
retributions follow the decision. Lowered grades, loss of starting/1 st chair status, or other demotions will not be
supported by the Administration.
EXAMPLE: Each spring (late March/early April) the Dance Team and Cheerleaders have tryouts. These clinics and tryouts
begin at 6:00 pm
*We ask that Coaches/Sponsors communicate with each other to avoid conflicts.
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FLYER/POSTER/LOCKER SIGN GUIDELINES
Flyers/Posters are to be used for announcing upcoming events. For example: club meetings, club/athletic sign-up
information, Homecoming/Prom dances, etc.
Guidelines for flyers/posters/locker signs:
 Who approves and then displays flyers/posters
o Matt Westerhaus(CAC)/Kate Harmison(FSA) will approve all posters/announcements.
o Once approved flyers/posters will be displayed by front office TA’s.
o Posters will be displayed until event is over or period to be determined by Matt/Kate.
o You will need to send electronic copy to StuCo… danawiegand@usd475.org ; genniferbooth@usd475.org
 Locker signs
o Any locker signs must be approved by Matt/Kate
o Locker numbers are to be placed on the reverse side of the poster
o We ask that locker signs be laminated or constructed of heavy card stock to eliminate curling, etc… (just
helps the hallways look a little better)
 Large posters/signs
o Matt/Kate will approve all large poster/signs and will determine the best placement on a case by case basis
o A maximum of ten will be displayed
Where to be displayed at CAC:
 Commons
o Message board in commons area
 Room 106
o Message board outside room 106
 BIT office
o Message board on the wall across from the stairs in the BIT hallway
 FAHS office
o Message board on the wall across from room 120 in the FAHS hallway
 SET office
o Message board outside office door
 Cafeteria
o Windows outside cafeteria in between first two sets of doors across from water fountain
 Deever
o Message board on wall across from room D125
 Fiffe gym
o Message board on wall across from gym entrance
Where to be displayed at FSA:
 Cafeteria/Commons/Foyer area
o On pillars or brick walls

1st/2nd/3rd/West Wing floors
o Along wood panel in the hallway
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ANTI-HAZING
Hazing is defined as any activity expected of a member of a group that humiliates, degrades, abuses,
endangers, or risks physical or emotional harm regardless of the person’s willingness to participate. Often, a
high-status member of a group orders other members to engage in or suggests that they engage in activity
that in some way humbles a newcomer who lacks the power to resist because he/she wants to gain
admission or acceptance to a group.
Examples of hazing include, but are not limited to, embarrassing appearance or acts, wearing of public apparel
which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts, and/or attention-drawing
behaviors; morally degrading or humiliating games or activities; and any other activities which are not
consistent with the educational environment.
Hazing activities of any type are inconsistent with the educational process and shall be prohibited at all times.
Any student or group of students involved in these activities will be subject to disciplinary action including but
not limited to suspension or expulsion from school.
No administrator, faculty member, or other employee of the school district shall encourage,
permit, condone or tolerate any hazing activities.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY
Students participating in the activities program will not use, possess, distribute or be under the influence of illegal
substances as identified in the Activity/Athletic Substance Abuse Policy. Included in the policy are alcoholic and cereal
malt beverages, tobacco and tobacco products and controlled substances (drugs). Substance abuse policy guidelines are
available from each school’s activity/athletic director. A copy of the policy is found on the next page.
An important part of the substance abuse agreement is that sponsors have the right to apply additional rules regarding
the issue of substance abuse. Sponsors will have written approval from the building Principal and/or the activities director
for additional rules. Sponsors need to make sure that any additional rules are clearly articulated to both parents and
students.
PERFORMANCE ENHANCING SUBSTANCES
Geary County USD 475 has taken a stance consistent with the KSHSAA and the National Federation of State High School
Associations against the use of any drug, medication or food supplement by a student solely for performance enhancing
purposes. The effects of many of these chemicals on the health of children and adolescents, both short and long-term,
have not been established. Even natural substances in unnatural amounts may have short or long-term negative health
effects.
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STUDENT RANDOM DRUG TESTING POLICY
OVERVIEW
The USD 475 board of Education, in an effort to protect the health and safety of its students involved in extra-curricular
activities from illegal drug and alcohol use and abuse or injuries resulting from the use of illegal drugs and or alcohol, has
adopted a policy for drug testing of students participating in Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA)
activities at Junction City High School. The procedure for random drug testing of high school students participating in
extra-curricular activities as defined in this policy is accomplished in conjunction with an independent drug-testing
Vendor selected by the USD 475 Board of Education. To facilitate random testing, the Designated Official(s) will provide
the Vendor with a list of eligible students and in turn the Vendor will randomly select those students from that list to be
tested. The number of students selected for each test will be determined by the Designated Official(s). The Vendor will
send qualified collectors to the school to oversee the collection of all specimens as outlined in this policy and procedure.
The Vendor will provide Medical Review Officer (MRO) services for interpretation and verification of results. Results are
reported to the Building Principals or Designated Official(s) by the MRO. Specimens are collected as split specimens.
1. A STATEMENT OF NEED AND PURPOSE
Recognizing that observed and suspected use of tobacco, alcohol and illicit drugs by USD 475 students (grades 9-12) is a
serious concern, a program of deterrence (namely, Student Random Drug Testing of Extra-curricular Participants) will be
instituted as a pro-active approach to promote a drug free school environment. The purpose of the program is:
1.) to provide for the safety of all students.
2.) to undermine the effects of peer pressure by providing a legitimate reason for students to refuse to use illegal
drugs.
3.) to encourage students who use drugs to participate in drug treatment programs.
4.) to promote achievement of each student’s full academic potential by preventing the impact drug and alcohol use
has on the learning centers of the brain.
The random drug testing program is academically non-punitive. This policy is designed to create a safe, drug free
environment for students and to assist them in getting help when needed. A violation of this policy also constitutes a
violation of the Activities Code of Conduct (found in Student Handbooks).
Participation in school sponsored extra-curricular activities in USD 475 is a privilege. Accordingly, students in extracurricular activities carry a responsibility to themselves, their fellow students, their parents, and their school to set the
highest possible examples of conduct, which includes avoiding the use or possession of illegal drugs and alcohol.
Although the USD 475 random drug testing policy is designed for students participating in KSHSAA sponsored activities,
any USD 475 parent/guardian/custodian may request to have their student OPT –IN to the random pool of student
rosters. A consent form to OPT –IN to the policy may be picked up in the activities office and/or any academy office.
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2. DEFINITIONS
Adulterant/Adulteration – Any attempt to alter the outcome of the sample.
Banned Substance – A substance defined by school policy as being banned from use by students
Chain-of-Custody Form – A preprinted form provided by the testing laboratory that records all contact with the
provided specimen. The form is initiated by the collector and donor then follows with the specimen until the results are
certified by the testing scientist and forwarded to the MRO for final certification.
Designated Official(s) – The individual or individuals hired by the school or district to oversee the drug testing program
of the school or district.
Extra-curricular Activities – School sponsored student activities that take place outside the regular course of study in
school. Such activities include all KSHSAA sponsored activities including, but not limited to interscholastic sports teams,
forensics, debate, music, band, cheerleading and dance team.
GC/MS – Gas chromatography/Mass Spectroscopy; a scientific process to identify specific chemical compounds.
Illegal drugs – Any controlled substance which an individual may not legally sell, possess, use, distribute, or purchase
under either Federal or Kansas Law. For the purposes of this policy, “illegal drugs” includes, but is not limited to, all
scheduled drugs as defined by Kansas Law, all prescription drugs obtained or used without authorization, and all
prescribed and over-the-counter drugs being used for an abusive purpose.
Medical Review Officer (MRO) – A licensed physician trained and certified in the process and interpretation of drug
testing results.
Parent/Guardian/Custodian – The adult who has legal documented custody of the student.
Quantitative Levels – The measurement levels of specific chemicals in the sample.
SAMSHA – The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is a governmental agency that certifies
toxicology laboratories that perform drug testing following strict guidelines and constant quality assurance programs.
Split Specimen – Sample is split into two containers to allow for additional testing if necessary.
Student Participant – A USD 475 student participating in an extra-curricular activity as defined by the Kansas State High
School Activities Association.
Vendor – The medical office or company selected by the Board of Education to carry out the policy and procedure.
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3. PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS
a. Informed Consent for Students –
Prior to the start of any KSHSAA activity, parent/guardian/custodian and student will be informed on the dangers and
problems of drug/alcohol use and receive and review a copy of the random drug testing policy. The procedures of the
random drug testing policy will be discussed, and the parent/guardian/custodian will have the opportunity to ask any
questions they have regarding the program. A consent form shall be signed by the student and
parent/guardian/custodian. A student will not be allowed to participate in any KSHSAA sponsored activities as defined
by this policy until a consent form is properly executed and on file with the school.
b. Drug Testing Frequency
All students wishing to participate in KSHSAA extra-curricular activities as defined by this policy may be subject to testing
for illegal or banned substances as specified in Section 8 below. Eligible students will be randomly tested anytime during
the school year. Any student who refuses to submit to urine drug testing will not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities as defined by this policy. The refusal to submit to a urine drug test will be considered the same as a
positive drug test result. Prior to reinstatement the student will be required to complete a negative drug analysis, paid
for by the student, provided by the district vendor before participation is allowed.
c. Sample Collection
Samples will be collected as outlined under Vendor Requirements, Section 5, below.
Any eligible student randomly selected for drug testing who is not in school on the day of testing will be tested at the
next available testing time. Students not able to provide an adequate specimen at the testing time will be unable to
participate in KSHSAA extra-curricular activities and the failure will be considered the same as a positive drug test result.
Arrangements may be made for special collections at a Vendor Collection site with prior approval of the Building
Principal or Designated Official.
4. Confidentiality Results
All drug test results are considered confidential information and will be handled accordingly. Those persons having
results reported to them as set forth by this policy must sign a Confidentiality Statement.
5. Vendor Requirements
At a minimum, the Vendor must be able to provide the following services:
a. Random Selection of Eligible Students
Once provided a list of eligible students, the Vendor must select the required number of students in a random
and confidential manner. The Vendor will arrange with the Designated Official(s) a day and time to do the collection of
specimens. The schedule will not follow any recognizable pattern. The selected student names will be given to the
designated Official, who will arrange for these students to report to the collection area.
b. Collection of Specimens
The Vendor will oversee the collection of specimens as outlined in the Procedures for Random Drug Testing of
Geary County USD 475 Students. Chain of Custody forms will be provided by the Vendor that meets the criteria of this
policy and that of the testing laboratory. Students will be given as much privacy as possible in the obtaining of the
specimen. Only specimens collected by the vendor will be allowed.
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c. Testing of specimens
The Vendor will have all specimens tested for the specified illicit or banned substances by a qualified laboratory
certified by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) following the guidelines of the
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). All specimens must be initially tested using a highly accurate immuneassay technique, with all presumptive positive results then confirmed by a Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectroscopy
(GC/MS) confirmatory test (understanding that no current GC/MS test is available for LSD).
The testing laboratory must be able to test for the following drug classes, substances or their metabolites in
collected specimens including, but not limited to:
Alcohol
Amphetamines
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepines
LSD
Marijuana Metabolites
MDMA (Ecstasy)
Nicotine
Phencyclidine
Propoxyphene
Other synthetic drugs (Bath Salts)
Anabolic Steroids
Cocaine Metabolites
Methadone
Opiate
K2 “Spice”
d. Medical Review Officer (MRO) Services
The Vendor will provide MRO services by a licensed physician who is certified by the Medical Review Officer
Certification Council (MROCC) or the American Association of Medical Review Officers as having proven by examination
to have had the appropriate medical training to interpret and evaluate drug test results and thus qualified for
certification as an MRO. Additionally, the MRO must demonstrate a willingness to abide by the Procedure for Random
Drug Testing of Geary County USD 475 students as to the evaluation of positive drug tests and reporting findings in a
timely and confidential manner. All results will be kept on file by vendor for a period of seven years.
e. Reporting of Random Test Results by Vendor
The MRO will certify all drug screens as negative or positive and report positive findings to the parent and then
the building principal or designated official in a confidential and secure manner.
f. Statistical Reporting and Confidentiality of Drug Test Results
The Vendor, testing laboratory, or MRO may not release any statistics on the rate of positive drug tests to any
person, organization, news publication or media without expressed written consent of the Geary County USD 475
Superintendent of Schools. However, the Vendor will provide the building principals with an annual report showing the
number of tests performed, rate of positive and negative tests, and what substances were found in the positive
specimens.
6. PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF A POSITIVE RESULT
A. Parent/Guardian/Custodian notification:
1. The building principal or designated official, within 24 hours, will notify the parent/guardian/custodian by
phone first, then the student of any positive results. A written notification from the building principal or designated
official, by form letter, will be sent to the parent/guardian/custodian by certified mail. The building principal or
designated official will keep all test results until 30 days after the student graduates. If the student does not graduate
but withdraws from school, results will be kept until 30 days following the student’s original expected graduation date.
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2. The student will be notified and be required to submit to five (5) periodic tests throughout the next twelve
(12) month period. If a student avoids this requirement by dropping out of KSHSAA sponsored activities and then
following this twelve month period decides to participate in KSHSAA sponsored activities, the student will be required to
complete a negative drug analysis, paid for by the student, provided by the district vendor before participation is
allowed and the student will be required to complete the five (5) periodic tests after reinstatement.
3. If the parent/guardian/custodian or student wishes to contest the results, the Vendor will arrange for the
split portion of the specimen to be submitted to another laboratory as selected by the vendor. This is done at
parent/guardian/custodian or student expense. Such a request must be made to the building principal or designated
official in writing within two (2) school days from first notification of positive test results.
4. The MRO may use quantitative results to determine if positive results on repeat testing indicate recent use of
illicit or banned substances or the natural decline of levels of the illicit or banned substance from the body. If the MRO
feels the quantitative levels determined to be above the established cutoffs do not reflect current use but natural decay,
then a negative result may be reported.
B. First Positive Result:
A positive result from the MRO, or an altered sample will constitute a first positive. The student participant will
then be suspended from activities as defined in the Activities Code of Conduct, found in Student Handbooks.
Additionally, student participants who have a first positive result will be required to submit to five (5) follow up drug
tests during the next twelve (12) month period. Prior to reinstatement, the school recommends that the student
receive appropriate abuse counseling from a qualified professional at the expense of the family.
C. Second and subsequent Positive Result:
A second and subsequent positive result by MRO ruling or adulteration will result in the student moving to
second, third, or fourth violation status as stated in the Activities Code of Conduct as referenced above. The student
will continue or repeat the five necessary follow-up drug screens within the next twelve (12 ) month period. Prior to
reinstatement, the school recommends that the student receive appropriate abuse counseling from a qualified
professional at the expense of the family.
7. NON-PUNITIVE NATURE OF POLICY
No student will be penalized academically for testing positive for illegal drugs or banned substances. The results of drug
tests pursuant to this policy will not be documented in any student’s academic records. Information regarding the
results of drug tests will not be disclosed to criminal or juvenile authorities, including the school SRO, unless required to
do so by a court order, by a valid and binding subpoena or other legal process. In the event of service of any such court
order, subpoena or legal process, the student and the student’s parent, legal guardian, or custodian will be notified at
least 72 hours before response is made by the Geary County USD 475 Board of Education, if such notice is allowed by
law.
This policy is designed to create a safe, drug free environment for students and to assist them in getting help
when needed. However, to the extent that a violation of this policy would also constitute a violation of the Activities
Code of Conduct (found in Student Handbooks).
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8. ILLICIT OR BANNED SUBSTANCES
For the purpose of this policy, the following drug classes, substances or their metabolites that can be tested for
are considered illicit or banned for students including, but not limited to:
Alcohol
Amphetamines
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepines
LSD
Marijuana Metabolites
MDMA (Ecstasy)
Nicotine
Phencyclidine
Propoxyphene
Other synthetic drugs (Bath Salts)
Anabolic Steroids
Cocaine Metabolites
Methadone
Opiate
K2 “Spice”
9. REMOVAL OF TEST RECORDS
A. USD 475 schools will remove all records of testing and the results thereof within thirty (30) days after the
graduation of any student from Junction City High School.
B. USD 475 shall remove all records of testing and the results thereof of any student who does not graduate but
withdraws from school, thirty (30) days following the student’s original expected graduation date.
Approved: May 6, 2014
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TRANSPORTATION RULES/REQUESTS
TIME SPENT ON THE BUS IS PART OF THE SCHOOL DAY. THE RULES OF CONDUCT WHICH APPLY TO THE CLASSROOM
ALSO APPLY TO A SCHOOL BUS OR VAN.
Sponsor RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Sponsor are required to provide, to the driver, a list of names of ALL
passengers riding the bus.
* Identification of special medical problems (in the event of an emergency) shall be made
available to the driver.
* Any medicine for students must be on the bus before departure
* All sponsors driving school owned vehicles (vans), which will be transporting students, must take the Student
Transportation Training course given by the school district. Sponsors using a district vehicle will be required to show a
valid driver’s license.
* Supervision of students is a MUST–sponsors need to sit where they can adequately monitor
student behavior.
The ACTIVITY TRANSPORTATION REQUEST must be turned in to the Activity secretary at least two (2) weeks prior to
any trip. Do not send requests to JCT.
If you are taking any type of equipment, which will take up seat space, please indicate on the request form. The aisles
must be kept clear.
Remember to write the name of the sponsor on the “Sponsor” line (the person in charge of the students before---during--and---after the trip)
All field trips must be back to Junction City by 2:00 pm—unless special arrangements or permission is obtained. Buses
are used for bus routes after school.
ANY CHANGES IN TIME, DATE, AND NUMBER OF RIDERS
PLEASE CONTACT THE ACTIVITY SECRETARY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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TRANSPORTATION POLICY
All rules and regulations, as defined by Board of Education Policy JGG, will be followed.
Board Policy JGG: Transportation will be provided by the school district for all extra-class activities.
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Students are prohibited from driving personal automobiles to out-of-town school district sponsored activities.
Students must ride in school vehicles to in-district activities that occur during the school day.
Under NO circumstances will a student be allowed to ride home with another student’s parent.
Exceptions to the items above will be made if the following guidelines have been met:
1. Parents may decline district transportation by filling out an “authorization to travel” form which may be picked up
in the Activities Director’s office.
2. Students may ride home with their parent if prior arrangements have been made. The parent must submit this
request in writing to the sponsor who will then forward on to the Activities Director for approval. The sponsor
must receive this request 24 hours in advance of the event.
SPONSOR RESPONSIBILITIES – BUS
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A sponsor must be a passenger on each bus.
Provide Bus Driver with a list of students who are traveling on the bus.
Read Activity Trip Handbook for Drivers, Coaches and Sponsors
Maintain control over students at all times and cooperate with any driver request.
Upon your return, leave bus free of trash and debris.
GUIDELINES FOR USE OF USD 475 NON-BUS VEHICLES (District Vans)
1. Non-bus vehicles will be scheduled by the Devin Center Receptionist. Reserve a van through the athletic/activity
secretary.
2. Early requesting will not guarantee assignment. Priority will be given to trips of greater distances and to those
involving the greatest number of riders. Assignment will be definite and written confirmation will be returned to
requestor no less than two weeks in advance of the trip date. Except in extreme emergencies, no changes will be
made after the confirmation is issued.
3. At the time of pick-up, keys and the trip log should be checked out from the Devin Center Receptionist. A signature
will be required and this person will be liable for making sure the district’s vehicle is returned in its proper condition
and that all paperwork has been filled out completely and accurately. For after-or before-business hours departures,
special arrangements should be made with the Receptionist for early checkout of keys and log only. The vehicles will
depart the Devin Center at the time the trip is scheduled to begin. Vehicles will not be taken home.
4. It is everyone’s responsibility to make sure that the vehicle has a full tank of gas upon return. Unless noted
otherwise, the vehicle will have a full tank of gas at pick-up. If additional gas is necessary, please use credit card in
log book. Return vehicle log, gas receipts, etc. to the receptionist-make sure the trip form is
completed.
5. At the end of the trip, the vehicle should be returned to the Devin Center lower parking lot to the west of the
building. If this is during business hours, keys, log and credit card receipts should be returned to the receptionist. If
the trip ends before or after hours, the vehicle should be returned, parked and locked. The vehicle log book and keys
should be dropped through the small opening in the doors located by the vans (doors next to air conditioners). All
trash should be removed from the vehicle upon return.
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OUT OF DISTRICT TRAVEL PROCEDURES FOR USD 475 (clinics)
Please read and follow all the instructions. If information is missing, the forms will be returned to you, which will delay in
securing your registration.
TRAVEL REQUEST MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE DEVIN CENTER TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE.
Please get signature from building Principal and/or AD at least 1 week prior to submitting to Devin Center.
1. Fill out a Travel Request Form
 Form 235 – District or Building Administrator Request for Travel; or
 Form 231 – Individual Requests for travel
2. Submit to Building Principal and/or Activities Director. All expenses must have prior approval.
3. Submit to Devin Center for final approval. Devin Center will process paperwork.
For OUT OF DISTRICT TRAVEL you will need to fill out any of the following forms that apply to your travel request:
(See Activities secretary for an example of how this paperwork should be filled out)
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Registration Voucher
Hotel Reservation Voucher
Transportation Request – Air Fare
Transportation Request – Vehicle
Reimbursement Request – Per Diem and miscellaneous expense
You can access the above forms on the District’s web site:
Go to www.usd475.org; click staff center tab; click business dept tab; click travel forms
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KSHSAA ACTIVITIES INDEX
BAND
(Marching Band, Jazz Band, Concert Band, Pep Band and Wind Ensemble)
Instructors: T.J. Taylor and Sharyn Worcester
Members: Members of the marching band, jazz band, and wind ensemble are selected through auditions. Concert band is open
enrollment.
Requirements: All band students must play a band instrument and also maintain KSHSAA eligibility to be enrolled in these
classes. Band students are expected to attend all rehearsals and performances. Performances may include local football and
basketball games, local parades and concerts, out of town festivals, contests, and parades, out of town solo and small ensemble
festivals, and possible playoff games.
Dues: N/A
Mission/Purpose: To provide each student with a music education through performance; to increase each student’s understanding of
the importance of the arts; and to instill a sense of pride, commitment, and responsibility in each student.
Projects: Besides the local and out of town performances listed above, the marching band takes a major trip (bowl game) once every
two years. Students may also be selected to various honor bands by nominations or auditions. Students may also earn a band letter
awarded from the instructor.
Fund Raising: Some fundraising does take place for major trips.
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: The course requirements are listed in each class syllabus. Students must maintain at least a “C”
average.
CHEERLEADING
Coaches: Head Coach – Alicia Goheen, Assistant Coaches- Belle Whaley and Brianna Talley
Practices: Fall: Tuesday/Thursday 4:15-6:00, Winter: Mondays 4:15-6:00
Members: Members are selected from tryouts in early spring for the following year. A full Fall and Winter Sports season commitment
is required to be on the team. Fall: Varsity and JV cheer for Varsity and JV athletic events. Winter: Varsity and JV cheer for Varsity and
JV athletic events. New students who enroll after tryouts should contact the Head Coach for tryout opportunity at
aliciagoheen@usd475.org. You must currently be on a high school squad at your previous school to be eligible to try out. Student must
be passing (5) subjects and be in good standing (eligible per KSHSAA rules and regulations) and currently have a 2.0 Cumulative
GPA. Once selected, squad members must adhere to the academic and citizenship guidelines as outlined in the JCHS cheer
handbook. Cheerleading is a year-long commitment.
Dues: There are no specific dues but cheerleaders are responsible for purchasing practice/camp clothing. This year’s approximate
costs are $700.00.
Mission/ Purpose: It is the purpose of the Junction City High School Cheer Squad to promote and develop school spirit and good
sportsmanship. The cheerleaders are school representatives and leaders whether in uniform or not and must display a positive attitude
and exhibit exemplary behavior. The cheerleading program supports interschool athletics and upholds, reflects and projects the goals
of the school community. High on the list of priorities is academic excellence and athletic skill with an emphasis on safety.
Projects: Varsity squad cheers at all home and away varsity-level football and basketball contests. JV squad cheers at all home JV
level football and basketball contests. Members also participate in pep rallies, community parades, visit local elementary schools, and
host youth cheer clinics for students in grades K through 8th.
Fund Raising: Some fundraising does take place to help offset the cost of gear and camp.
Criteria to Earn Graduation credit: Finish season in good standing.
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DANCE/ SPIRIT SQUAD
Coach: Ellie Dillon
Practices: Tues/Thurs—4:00 pm to 6:15 pm (August-February). Mon/Wed/Fri--6:30am to 8:00 am (June and first part of Aug)
Members: Selected by tryouts in early spring for the following school year. Selection is based upon dance ability, scholastic
achievement and citizenship. If a military student transfers in after tryouts, see the coach for tryout opportunities.
Requirements: Must be passing (5) subjects and be in good standing (eligible per KSHSAA rules and regulations). Dance team is a
year long commitment.
Dues: N/A
Mission/Purpose: Participation in Dance Team is very demanding. Our dancers are highly respected in the school and
community. To carry on this tradition we must continue to develop through both personal growth, as well as team
accomplishments. Dance Team must be a top priority to all members. Team members will have the opportunity to exhibit their
dancing and athletic abilities within a team setting; and be given the opportunity to work with a team to set and achieve personal, as
well as team goals. Members will adhere to the academic guidelines outlined by the Dance Team handbook and be positive role
models within their school and community.
Activities/Projects: Perform at home football and basketball games, parades, KSU band day, community service events, elementary
school events, and performing at competitions and festivals.
Fund Raising: Some fundraising does take place to help offset the cost of clothing and camp.
Criteria to Earn Graduation credit: Dance team participants must finish season in good standing.
ORCHESTRA
Instructor: David Bernard-Stevens
Members: Open to all JCHS students.
Requirements: All students must have previously played a stringed orchestra instrument and must maintain KSHSAA eligibility to be
enrolled in this class. Students are expected to attend all rehearsals and performances. Performances may include local concerts, out
of town festivals/contests, or out of town solo and small ensemble festivals.
Dues: N/A
Mission/Purpose: To provide each student with a music education through performance; to increase each student’s understanding of
the importance of the arts; and to instill a sense of pride, commitment, and responsibility in each student.
Activities/Projects: Students may also be selected for various honor groups by nominations or auditions. Students may also earn an
orchestra letter.
Fund Raising: N/A
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: The course requirements are listed in each class syllabus. Students must also maintain at least
a “C” average.
FORENSICS
Instructor: Cathy Rankin
Meetings: During class and squad nights.
Members: Students enrolled in Intro to Forensics; Forensics: Argumentation; Forensics: Oral Interpretation. Instructor permission
necessary for Independent Study and extracurricular participation only.
Requirements: Participation in tournaments outside of the school day or on the weekends.
Dues: N/A
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Mission/Purpose: Develop and improve thinking, research, and communication skills
Activities/Projects: Compete in local, state, and national tournaments; host an invitational at JCHS
Fund Raising: Some fundraising does take place to raise money for the National Forensics Tournament.
Criteria to Earn Graduation credit: Compete in four full tournaments during the season.
DEBATE
Coach: Al Kirtley
Practice: During class and after school
Members: Students enrolled in: Introduction to debate, Novice debate, or Advanced debate
Requirements: Enrolled in class and a Code of Conduct form notarized and on file.
Dues: N/A
Mission/Purpose: To teach students to become better thinkers, communicators, and researchers as well as learn organizational
skills. Debate develops proficiency in the generation and construction of effective arguments along with being able to see all sides of a
problem.
Activities/Projects: Competing in tournaments and hosting a tournament at JCHS
Fund Raising: Some fundraising does take place for travel and accommodations while at events.
Criteria to Earn Graduation credit: Course requirements are listed in each class syllabus
SCHOLAR’S BOWL
Sponsor: Tim Hickert and Becky Hickert
Meetings: Practices, Tues/Wed/Thurs from 3:40-4:30; room 137; mid-October through mid-February
Members: Open to all students who meet KSHSAA Eligibility criteria
Requirements: Participate in practices, attend and compete in tournaments, assist with hosting home tournament.
Dues: N/A
Mission/Purpose: To represent JCHS in academic competition in trivia format; to showcase knowledge of core school subjects and
fine arts, languages, and current events.
Activities/Projects: Practices 3 days weekly, Tournaments weekly or bi-weekly throughout the season, hosting a Home Tournament
and 1 or 2 middle school tournaments.
Fund Raising: N/A
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: All members are required to attend 80% of practices and compete in/assist with hosting a
minimum of 3 tournaments.
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STUDENT LIFE CLUBS INDEX
FRESHMAN CLASS COMMITTEE
Sponsors: Ashley Ackerman and Tyrek Artley.
Meetings: Once a month during seminar.
Members: The committee is open to all freshman students.
Requirements: Participate in club meetings and activities sponsored by the freshman.
Dues: $3.00
Mission/Purpose: Involve freshmen in school spirit activities, to support and get involved in school organizations, and to raise money
for prom.
Activities/Projects: Participate in Fall and Winter Homecoming activities, create a class shirt, participate in a community service
activity, and work concession stands.
Fund Raising: Some fundraising takes place to support freshman initiatives.
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: Attendance at meetings (at least 75%) and involvement in activities/projects (at least 50%).
SOPHOMORE CLASS COMMITTEE
Sponsor: Bridget Oliver
Meetings: Once a month during seminar
Members: Open to all sophomore students—officers can only hold (1) position per club
Requirements: Participate in club meetings and activities
Dues: $3.00
Mission/Purpose: To provide service to JCHS, the school district, and the community. Promote team building within the class;
enhance leadership skills of the elected class officers/leaders, and to enhance the image of JCHS through various activities (both within
and out of the school).
Activities/Projects: Participate in Homecoming activities (hallway decorating and float), Filly Football, at least one service project
related to JCHS or the community, etc.
Fund Raising: Yes-working concession stands, sale of merchandise, community car washes, etc. to raise funds to be forwarded to the
Junior Class for their Prom the following year.
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: Must attend 80% of the scheduled meetings and participate in 2 sophomore class functions
(concession stands, float building, etc.)
JUNIOR CLASS COMMITTEE
Sponsors: Felicia Gawith and Amber Stevens
Meetings: Once a month before, after school or during seminar. May meet twice a month during spring semester until prom.
Members: Open to all junior students
Requirements: Attend 2/3 of the meetings and work (3) fundraisers/service projects
Dues: $5.00
Mission/Purpose: To raise money for the Junior/Senior Prom
Activities/Projects: Involved in Homecoming activities, filly football, a community service project, and prom
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Fund Raising: Yes-to raise approximately $10,000 to pay for Junior/Senior Prom expenses
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: Attend 2/3 of the meetings.
SENIOR CLASS COMMITTEE
Sponsor: Dana Wiegand and Ellie Dillon
Meetings: Twice a month during seminar
Members: Open to all seniors
Requirements: Participate in class committee meetings; class activities (to include Homecoming, Filly Football); project graduation
planning; fundraising; and each member should plan to devote at least 10 hours throughout the year to class committee activities.
Dues: $5.00
Mission/Purpose: To increase unity within the Senior class by planning/participating in activities throughout the school year that
creates/promotes class spirit and supports all aspects of JCHS. The class committee is responsible for the class colors, motto, flower
and other activities that surround commencement.
Activities/Projects: Winter Spirit Week, Graduation are the sole responsibility of the Senior Class. Participate in Homecoming Blue
Jay Bowl, Winter Spirit Week and other school sponsored activities.
Fund Raising: Yes to raise funds for the Senior Picnic and to purchase a Class Gift for JCHS each year.
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: All members are required to attend 80% of the scheduled meetings.
THE KOMOMANTYNS CLUB
Sponsors: Fawn McDougald and Windy Hancock
Meetings: Once a month before school or during seminar.
Members: Open to all JCHS-CAC students.
Requirements: Participate in club activities and projects.
Dues: $7 new members, $5 returning members (this includes a club t-shirt)
Mission, Goal, or Purpose: To promote better relationships between all races; to provide activities which will aid African
American/Black students in their desire for self-awareness of their culture; to make school life relevant now and in the future; to assist
students who are interested in post-secondary opportunities; and to study the history of Black culture to gain an understanding of the
present, while focusing on the future.
Activities/Projects: Multicultural Day at K-State, sponsor Black History Month (February) activities (this includes putting up displays
in the library, (contest), sponsor the annual Childhood Obesity Walk (May).
Criteria to earn graduation credit: Participate in activities/projects, help with fundraisers, and attend monthly meetings
Fund Raising: Yes, (raise money for Senior Scholarship, field trips), concession stand, car wash, etc.
BLUE JAY NATION
Sponsor: Ellie Dillon
Meetings: Twice a month during seminar (once with spirit reps; once with all members)
Members: Open to all JCHS Students and Staff
Requirements: Participate in monthly meetings and school wide spirit activities,
Dues: $5.00 (includes a T-shirt and dues) ** Subject to change yearly.
Mission/Purpose: To increase Blue Jay spirit school wide with ALL JCHS students and to promote Blue Jay spirit within our
community.
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Activities/Projects: To include but not limited to: painting windows, making spirit signs, organizing pep rallies, organizing game
night themes. Promoting school spirit through attendance at games/events. Supporting STUCO and grade level class committees on
any of the events in which they are responsible.
Fund Raising: Yes, if needed.
Criteria to earn graduation credit: Members should be active in school spirit events and show school spirit through the school
year. Members should attend at least 5 committee meetings throughout the year.
JC PLAYERS DRAMA CLUB
Sponsor: B. Hagemeister
Meetings: Once per month
Requirements: Pay dues, participate in club meetings/activities, as well as observe all school rules/policies at all functions.
Club Dues: One time payment of $5.00, includes club T-shirt
Club Mission/Purpose: To produce the Annual School Play, help in the upkeep of the drama facilities, keep track of lettering points
for drama letters, and to provide drama/acting opportunities to students who cannot fit drama/acting into their schedules.
Activities/Projects: Publicize play, build/paint play set, provide for backstage crews (set, make-up, lights, and sound) for the play,
maintain drama facilities throughout school year, produce one-act play for the annual Spring Family Play Nite, offer drama
opportunities for students who cannot enroll in drama due to scheduling conflicts, and offer some service learning opportunities (i.e.
Haunted Trail, work at the Little Theatre, work at the opera house, etc.).
Criteria to earn Graduation Credit: Attend at least 3 meetings per semester and participate in at least 10 hours of extra-curricular
theatre activities throughout the school year (i.e. working on play(s), being in play(s), watching live play, working at the opera house,
etc.).
Fund Raising: Not an annual requirement.
JCHS AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLUB
Sponsors: Karen Sexton and Jenifer Sutter
Meetings: Twice a month during seminar.
Members: Open to all students
Requirements: Participate in club meetings; club activities (to include presentation to elementary school children, learning ASL);
each member should plan to devote at least 10 hours throughout the year to club activities.
Dues: None
Mission/Purpose: To acquire and improve signing skills by interacting with others who sign including deaf people and to educate the
community about deafness and deaf culture. We will have a positive learning environment conducive to all learning styles where peers
will be supportive, open minded and nonjudgmental.
Activities/Projects: Presentation and teaching of a song at a local elementary school. Learn ASL over the course of the school year.
Fund Raising: No
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: All members are required to attend 80% of the scheduled meetings.
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Future Business Leaders of America
Sponsor: Mr. Holborn
Meetings: Once per month
Requirements: Pay dues, participate in club meetings/activities, attend and compete in District Competition as well as observe all
school rules/policies at all functions.
Club Dues: One time payment of $15.00, which goes toward state and national dues
Club Mission/Purpose: The purpose of FBLA is to provide additional opportunities for students in business and business-related
fields to develop vocational and career supportive competencies and to promote community and personal responsibilities. Students
attend and participate in leadership conferences and competitions in several occupational areas that promote leadership skills.
Activities/Projects: Attend monthly meetings to discuss Business related topics. Compete in both District and State FBLA
competitions. Participate in Business Education week.
Criteria to earn Graduation Credit: Attend monthly meetings and participate in FBLA activities. Compete in District FBLA.
Fund Raising: Not an annual requirement.
Future Educators of America
Sponsor: Mrs. Lauren Simmons
Meetings: Once per month
Requirements: Pay dues, participate in club meetings/activities, as well as observe all school rules/policies at all functions.
Club Dues: Annual payment of $8.
Club Mission/Purpose: FEA is dedicated to supporting young people interested in education related careers.
Activities/Projects:
As the co-curricular component of state-recognized Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs
of study, FEA enhances the classroom experience for students enrolled in Education and Training career cluster
programs.
Criteria to earn Graduation Credit: Attend all scheduled meetings throughout the school year and at least 5 hours of shadowing a
current teacher in the school district.
Fund Raising: Not an annual requirement.
FCCLA
Sponsor: Kassandra DeHoff
Meetings: Once per month. STAR events: during seminar, before or after school to work on.
Requirements: Pay dues, participate in club meetings/activities, as well as observe all school rules/policies at all functions.
Club Dues: Yearly $20.00 dues, includes FCCLA Polo, State dues, and National dues
Club Mission/Purpose: To promote personal growth and leadership development through family and consumer sciences education.
Focusing on the multiple roles of family member, wage earner and community leader, members develop skills for life through character
development; creative and critical thinking; interpersonal communications; practical knowledge; and career preparation.
Activities/Projects:
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Fall leadership conference (all members attend), Take-AIM training (officer training), Star event competition (Regional level, State
level, and National level) if students qualify and advance at each level. Students who chose to compete start work on projects in
October, Community service project, Concession stands
Criteria to earn Graduation Credit: Attend at least 3 meetings per semester, attend at least 2 of the 4 concession stands each
semester, and either compete in STAR events or attend regionals as helpers to Miss DeHoff.
Fund Raising: Concession stands during fall and spring sport season. One per year as a whole group.Those that advance to nationals
must do a fundraiser to fund the trip.
CLUB 121
Sponsor: Clifford French and Jennifer Shank
Meetings: Weekly meetings on Thursday from 7:15 to 7:35 am and once a month for a business meeting.
Members: Open to all students
Requirements: Regular participation in club meetings and activities
Dues: None
Mission/Purpose: Club 121 is a student led Christian Club. The focus is to reach out to the students of JCHS by providing a positive
Christian atmosphere where students have an opportunity to grow spiritually, while teaching/encouraging students to reach out to their
community in positive ways.
Activities/Projects: Visit a nursing home during the holiday season(s); help with Baccalaureate for graduation, fellowship functions,
etc.
Fund Raising: Yes-to support our activities and projects
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: Attend at least 3 functions per year and regular attendance at weekly meetings
Skills USA
Sponsor: Mr. Hall
Meetings: Once per month
Requirements: Enrolled in Drafting, Construction, Automotive or Welding class, Pay dues, participate in club meetings/activities, as
well as observe all school rules/policies at all functions.
Club Dues: $15 per academic year
Club Mission/Purpose: To unite in a common bond of students enrolled in trade and industrial education classes. To develop
leadership abilities as officers in the organization. To promote high standards in trade ethics, workmanship, scholarship and safety.
Activities/Projects: District Leadership Conference, State Leadership Conference, Local Skill Contest, and State Leadership and Skill
Championships.
Criteria to Earn Graduation Credit: Attend at least 3 meetings per semester
Fund Raising: Some fund raising may be needed