LAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
5407 KILLENS POND ROAD, FELTON, DE 19943
http://www.lf.k12.de.us/lfhs/
OFFICE ..........................................................(302) 284-9291
OFFICE FAX .................................................(302) 284-5833
AGRISCIENCE DEPARTMENT .................(302) 284-9291 X276
AQUATICS ...................................................(302) 284-9816
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR ...............................(302) 284-9291 X531
ATHLETIC TRAINER ..................................(302) 284-9291 X534
GREENHOUSE .............................................(302) 284-3434
GUIDANCE ...................................................(302) 284-5834
NURSE ..........................................................(302) 284-3550
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER ................(302) 284-9291 X609
WELLNESS CENTER ..................................(302) 284-3800
This handbook is designed to guide and assist students and parents
alike. The handbook outlines many of our school procedures and
contains the Lake Forest School District 2015 - 2016 calendar.
Replacement cost for a handbook is $10.00. A student is not
permitted to use another student’s handbook. It is hoped that both
students and parents will find the handbook to be useful and serve
as a basis of cooperation for all involved in the education of a
student. The handbook is not all inclusive of every policy,
procedure or practice of Lake Forest High School. Lake Forest
School District Policies can be found at http://www.lf.k12.de.us
or in a separate publication, the Lake Forest High School Policies
Manual, which has been made available to all Lake Forest High
School students and their families.
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LAKE FOREST NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: Lake
Forest School District does not discriminate in employment or in
educational programs, services or activities based on race, color,
national origin, sex, age, or disability in accordance with state and
federal laws. Inquiries should be directed to the Assistant for
Administrative Services or the Supervisor of Federal Programs at
the Lake Forest Central Business Office, 5423 Killens Pond Road,
Felton, DE 19943. Phone 302-284-3020. Persons with
disabilities or other special needs are encouraged to make contact
as soon as possible, in order that reasonable accommodations can
be made.
SEXUAL HARRASSMENT: Sexual Harassment contact persons
are: Personnel Supervisor and Transportation Supervisor.
Title IX Coordinator:
Personnel Supervisor
302-284-3020, Ext. - 123
Transportation Supervisor:
Mr. John Barr
302-284-3020, Ext. - 125
jebarr@lf.k12.de.us
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Lake Forest High School Alma Mater
Lake Forest High, your fields and trees are golden
From sun and smiles of dreams and plans of youth
Your sons and daughters hold you dear as memories
Begin to grow and flourish with God’s truth
Our lives are rich because of your sweet guidance
Our lives enriched because of your sound plea
That we grow strong and wise, more noble on our way,
‘Tis here, ‘tis here, Lake Forest, here our hearts will be.
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2015 – 2016 A/B CALENDAR
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2015 - 2016 Bell Schedules
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Student Vehicles/Driving
Chapter 1 – HEALTH and
Privileges ..................................................................... 13
SAFETY
Athletic Trainer ………
Dress Code................................................................... 14
School Nurse ..............................................................
Discipline
8 Policy.......................................................... 14
Wellness Center .........................................................
Search and
8 Seizure....................................................... 14
School Resource Officer .............................................
School Lockers
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............................................................ 14
Emergency School Closings ......................................
Student Vehicles
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on School
Property ....................................................................... 14
SRO Involvement in school ......................................... 14
Chapter 2 – EXPECTATIONS
Drug and Alcohol Policy ............................................. 15
and RESPONSIBILITIES
Code of Conduct ........................................................
Communication
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Device Policy .................................... 15
Reporting to Parents ...................................................
Trespassing
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Visiting Your Schools .................................................
Assemblies
9 ................................................................... 15
Resolving Problems ....................................................
Hall Passes
9 ................................................................... 15
Student Grievance ....................................................... 9
Chapter 6 – ACTIVITIES and
Chapter 3 – GUIDANCE and
ATHLETICS
Clubs/Activities ........................................................... 15
ACADEMICS
Guidance Department .................................................
Athletic Code
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of Conduct ............................................ 16
School Counselors.......................................................
Athletics10
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Student Success Plan (SSP) ........................................ 10
Student Scheduling .....................................................
Chapter 10
7 – POSITIVE
Student Initiated Changes ...........................................
10 SUPPORT (PBS)
BEHAVIOR
Partial Credit ...............................................................
DE-PBS 10
at LFHS ......................................................... 16
Pathways .....................................................................
2014 – 2015
10 PBS Events/Dates ................................... 17
Grading .......................................................................
LFHS PBS
10 Behavior Expectation
Graduation Requirements ...........................................
Matrix ..........................................................................
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Honor Roll .................................................................. 11
Academic Awards .......................................................
Chapter 11
8 – OTHER
Summer School
Child Nutrition Services .............................................. 19
Eligibility/Requirements .............................................
Recycling11Program ...................................................... 19
Credit Recovery ..........................................................
Debt Procedures
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Academic Eligibility for ExtraFERPA......................................................................... 20
curricular .....................................................................
PPRA ...........................................................................
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Internet Policy .............................................................
Compliance
12 with Asbestos Hazard
Library/Media Center ..................................................
Emergency
12 Response Act ............................................ 22
Closing Statement ........................................................ 22
Chapter 4 - ATTENDANCE
Student Attendance Policy .......................................... 12
Types of Absences ...................................................... 12
Chapter 5 – BUS, DRESS, and
DISCIPLINE
Student Conduct on Buses .......................................... 13
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CHAPTER 1
HEALTH AND SAFETY
ATHLETIC TRAINER: The athletic trainer is able to serve
those students with sports-related injuries. Athletes with injuries
are to report to the Trainer’s office after school. Any athlete
seeking medical attention for any reason must bring in medical
clearance from the treating physician before the athlete will be
permitted to return to the sport. This form must be provided to the
athletic trainer upon return from the physician. (302) 284-9291,
Extension 534
SCHOOL NURSE: A full-time nurse is provided to care for
emergency health needs, insure that all students have physical
exams, assist in audiological exams, eye exams, and other related
needs. The nurse is prohibited by law to dispense any medicine
without parent approval. Each student must have an emergency
card on file. Students must have a pass from their teacher to go to
the nurse. Students who become ill may not leave the building
without authorization. Should the nurse be unavailable, any
student who is sent home ill must be signed out through an
administrator. (302) 284-9291, extension 630
WELLNESS CENTER: The Wellness Center at Lake Forest
High School is open to all students attending Lake Forest High
School. Parents and students must complete a registration packet
prior to accessing any services at the Wellness Center. The
Wellness Center is staffed by a nurse practitioner, mental health
counselor, registered dietitian and administrative secretary. All
students must have a signed teacher pass in order to go to the
Wellness Center and appointments are scheduled. The Wellness
Center provides a variety of services including sports physicals;
treatment for minor acute illnesses and injuries (sore throats, ear
aches); stress management; counseling services; healthy diet and
nutrition counseling; sports nutrition; and a variety of other
services. The operating hours are 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily when
school is in session. (302) 284-9291, extension 627
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SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER: The SRO is a Delaware
State Police Officer assigned to the Lake Forest School District.
The officer serves as a liaison between the district and the
Delaware State Police. The officer assists with matters related to
discipline, driver’s education and law enforcement awareness.
(302) 284-9291, Extension 609
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS: When schools must be
closed, opened later than usual, or closed early because of weather
or other emergency conditions, an announcement will be made
over WDOV 1410 AM, WSCL 89.5, WDSD 92.9 and WAFL
FM 97.7 as well as www.delaware.gov. The Superintendent may
utilize an automated calling system for these announcements as
well.
CHAPTER 2
EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILTIES
LAKE FOREST STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT (Policy:
JIC)
All Lake Forest students shall behave in a manner that promotes a
school environment that is nurturing, orderly, safe and conducive
to learning and personal/social development.
1. Students will help create an atmosphere free from bullying,
intimidation and harassment.
2. Students will demonstrate honesty and trustworthiness.
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3. Students will treat others with respect, deal peacefully with
anger, use good manners and be considerate of the feelings
of others.
4. Students will demonstrate responsibility, such as using selfcontrol and self-discipline.
5. Students will demonstrate fairness, such as playing by the
rules, and will not take advantage of others.
6. Students will demonstrate compassion and caring.
7. Students will demonstrate good citizenship by obeying
laws and rules, respecting authority, and by cooperating
with others.
8. Students will attend school faithfully, complete
assignments on time, and work to full potential.
9. Students are not permitted to possess or use any weapons
(instruments capable of inflicting bodily harm); or possess
or use or be under the influence of illegal drugs, alcohol, or
tobacco products as defined by Delaware Code.
10. Students will comply with rules and regulations of the Lake
Forest Board of Education while attending any activity
sponsored by the school.
REPORTING TO PARENTS: The schools have a responsibility
to keep parents informed of the educational process of their
children. This is accomplished through a variety of ways –
through notes or telephone calls from teachers, e-mails, through
interim notices midway in each grading period, by report cards
issued every nine weeks in grades 9-12, and through parent
conferences. Students in all grades have the responsibility for
taking papers and other reports to their parents; parents have an
obligation to indicate to the school their receipt of these papers.
Parents may also gain access to student grades through the
utilization of the Home Access Center.
VISITING YOUR SCHOOL: Visitors are welcome to visit any
of the Lake Forest facilities. Parents or other visitors who want to
meet with a particular teacher, counselor or the principal, are
requested to call 302-284-9291 in advance so that a mutually
convenient conference time can be scheduled. Upon entering the
building, parents should report directly to the Main Office to sign
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in; a staff member will be responsible for directing parents to
appropriate person(s).
RESOLVING PROBLEMS: If you or your child encounters a
specific problem or concern during the school year, the following
steps should be followed:
1. Contact your child’s teacher or other person with whom the
problem was encountered.
2. If the problem was not resolved in step 1, call or make an
appointment with the principal.
STUDENT GRIEVANCE: A grievance is another name for a
complaint. A student grievance may be presented when a student
or the student’s parents believe that the student has been treated
unfairly. A student or a student’s parent(s) may present a student
grievance. A grievance may involve the treatment of a student or
relate to the treatment of a group of students. Refer to Lake
Forest High School Policies Manual. An all-inclusive version of
this policy can be found at http://www.lf.k12.de.us. Information
for this policy pertains to students in grades 9 through 12.
CHAPTER 3
GUIDANCE AND ACADEMICS
GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT: The Guidance Department’s
purpose is to help students have a rewarding high school
experience. Increased self-understanding, setting realistic goals,
getting along well with others, making wise course selections and
career decisions are among the positive outcomes of student
growth. The counseling staff works with students in all areas –
personal problems, planning educational programs, and decisionmaking. To see a counselor, obtain a pass from your teacher, go to
the guidance office, fill out an appointment request and leave the
request with the secretary, and your counselor will contact you. If
you have an emergency and need to talk to a counselor
immediately, let the secretary know and a counselor will see you as
soon as possible.
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SCHOOL COUNSELORS:
Mrs. Ivy Truitt
A–G
Mr. Mike Tyndall Q – Z
Mrs. Linda Tjaden H – P
STUDENT SUCCESS PLAN (SSP): The Delaware Department
of Education requires that all students complete a Student Success
Plan (SSP). The SSP is an on-line tool that students can access
from home or school. The SSP also identifies the education
needed in order to pursue a particular career and is designed to
empower students to explore career possibilities, develop a plan
and achieve their goals for the future. Students will continue
refining this plan through each year while in high school, and will
be able to modify it whenever needed. Parents also have a role to
play in this process and will have the opportunity to review their
child’s interests and potential career selections online at
www.careercruising.com/SSP. Additional information may be
obtained from the Guidance Department.
STUDENT SCHEDULING: All students must have a full, 8block schedule. Seniors in good credit standing may also
participate in approved internships with local organizations,
community service, or employment opportunities to gain additional
credits.
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STUDENT-INITIATED CHANGES: There will be no studentinitiated changes in their elective courses beyond the 8th day of the
new school year unless there is an emergency. All emergency
changes must be appealed to the building principal following the
appeal process under Section VI of the policy. Students are
allowed to make level changes in their core courses up until the 5th
business day past issuance of the 1st Interim Progress Report.
Dropping an Honors or AP level course to a regular course
requires a meeting with the principal prior to schedule change.
Any student who drops an elective course after the 8th day will
receive a withdraw/fail grade of 60% as part of his permanent
record and this will be included in the grade point average.
PARTIAL CREDIT: Partial credit will be awarded only for
students who transfer to or from a school with courses not
compatible with our course offerings and/or schedule.
PATHWAYS: Academics, Agriscience, Business Education,
Family and Consumer Sciences, Jobs for Delaware Graduates
(JDG), Technology Education, and Visual and Performing Arts.
GRADING: A numerical average for the marking period will be
recorded in the teacher’s gradebook and on the report card. The
following scale is used:
A: 92-100
B: 83-91 C: 76-82
D: 70-75
F: 0-69
To earn credit for a course, a minimum grade of 70 is required for
the final grade. This grade is calculated by adding the four
marking period grades together. The sum of the four grades is then
divided by four for the course average. The grade reached by this
mathematical procedure is recorded as the final course average on
the report card.
Year Long Course Example:
MP1 = 80%
MP2 = 90%
MP3 = 80%
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MP4 = 90%
340 pts
- Divided by 4
Final Grade = 85%
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Students are graded according to their ability and achievement,
consistent with the purpose and content of the course. High school
students receive numerical grades in all courses taken for credit.
Pass/Fail grades are awarded for those courses not included in a
student’s grade point average (GPA) Report card grades are based
on competence as determined by:
 Tests, exams, teacher evaluation, and by demonstration of
meeting performance objectives.
 Completion of assignments as determined by the quality of
work done, the regularity with which they are turned in,
and punctuality in performing them.
 Daily work habits in the classroom.
Parents of students who are not making satisfactory progress will
receive notice of such midway through each grading period
through issuance of an Interim Progress Report. Statements of
course objectives/topics are distributed to all students at the
beginning of each course. These have been prepared by the school
system to reflect the uniform curricula. In addition, each teacher
provides students with a statement of the factors to be used in
grading that teacher’s course. Report cards are to be distributed
based on the District Calendar.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS OF 2015
AND BEYOND
Students planning to attend a 4-year college should take four years
of a world language and challenging courses in core areas.
COURSE CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
required - 27
English
4
Math
4
Science
4
Social Studies
3
Health
0.5
PE
1
Career Pathway
3
17
Total credits
World Languages
Other Electives
Total Credits
2
5.5
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HONOR ROLL: Earning Honor Roll status is based on a marking
period GPA. This is computed at the end of each marking period,
and includes any appropriate weighting. Any grade under a 76 will
disqualify a student from Honor Roll. ** Weighted GPA per
marking period grades.
Distinguished High Honors: 96 Average or Higher
High Honors: 92 – 95.9 Average
Honors: 87 – 91.9 Average
ACADEMIC AWARDS:
Scholar Letter: Student who earned Distinguished High Honors a
minimum of 6 marking periods.
Lamp Of Knowledge: Students who earned Distinguished High
Honors a minimum of 12 marking periods.
Academic Star: Seniors who have earned Distinguished High
Honors all 16 marking periods.
SUMMER SCHOOL ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS:
All summer session courses are make-up classes, unless otherwise
designated. Students must have taken the course in the regular
school year and received a grade of 60-69. Students taking a
summer school course for an Honors or AP level course will not
receive academic weighting.
CREDIT RECOVERY: The Credit Recovery Program offers
opportunities for students to continue their education within the
Lake Forest School District and earn credits toward graduation.
An analysis of student assessments and specific coursework
needed by each student will be completed by the guidance
counselor. The Internet-based curriculum, GradPoint, offers
academic coursework in English, Math, Science, and Social
Studies. Elective coursework is also available with subjects such
as Business, Math, Art History, Native American Studies, Career
Explorations, etc. Students who have insufficient high school
prerequisites have the availability of this after-school coursework
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to elevate them to the academic level of their projected grade. The
goal of this program is to keep students in school, promote the
growth of self-esteem by helping students achieve academic
success, and instill self-discipline and a sense of responsibility.
Program goals include the development of positive behavior
patterns and communication skills, with the hope that the student
will complete diploma requirements for the purpose of graduating.
The program is designed:
 To decrease drop-out rates and address truancy issues
 To increase academic credits earned by students
 To transition a student relocating from another district
 To provide hope for a student behind grade level and offer
a second chance
 To provide educational services for homebound and/or
hospitalized students
 To increase graduation rate within the four-year period.
ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY FOR EXTRA-CURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us. Information for this policy pertains to
students in grades 9 through 12.
INTERNET POLICY: All students must abide by the State of
Delaware’s Acceptable Use Policy as defined by the Department
of Technology and Information. In addition, Lake Forest students’
use of the District’s hardware and software must be in support of
instructional learning activities as assigned by Lake Forest staff.
LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER: The Lake Forest High School
Library/Media Center serves a population of students that is
diverse in age, maturity, values, and beliefs. The library/media
center collection reflects the diversity of the students, and indeed,
the world around them. Fiction books, reference materials,
software, web sites, and all other instructional resources are
selected with the intent of enriching the student, assisting teachers
as they teach the Delaware State Content Standards, and increasing
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student achievement. However, the librarian is unable to
personally read and evaluate every resource that enters the
collection. Parents and guardians must be aware that not every
resource will reflect their views or the views of the staff of LFHS.
Therefore, parents and staff must work together to teach students
to evaluate the worth of all instructional resources. Community
involvement is welcomed in the Lake Forest School District.
Comments, questions, and suggestions regarding the collection
may be submitted to the librarian. (A Collection Development
Policy for the Lake Forest High School Library/Media Center is
available upon request.)
CHAPTER 4
STUDENT ATTENDANCE
STUDENT ATTENDANCE:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us. Information for this policy pertains to
students in grades 9 through 12.
STUDENT ATTENDANCE
1. General. The laws regarding school attendance in Delaware
are contained in Delaware Code/TITLE 14/Chapter 27. This policy
supplements state law and is specific to the Lake Forest School
District.
2.
Types of Absences.
a. Excused absences. Absences will be considered
excused for the following reasons.
1. Student illness, attested by a physician if
necessary.
2. Medical or dental appointment.
3. Contagious disease in the home of the child.
4. Quarantine.
5. Head lice (maximum 2 days per event).
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6. Death in the immediate family, including
grandparents (maximum 2 days unless approved
by Principal or designee).
7. Religious holidays.
8. Subpoenaed court appearances.
9. Serious family emergency (Principal’s
judgment).
10. Family trip, with prior approval of the
Principal.
11. Other legal reasons approved by the Principal.
b.
Unexcused absences. Absences will be considered
unexcused for any reason not listed above. Some
examples of unexcused reasons are indifference of
parent/guardian or student, uncertified illness,
missing a school bus, illegal employment during
school hours, and truancy.
CHAPTER 5
BUS, DRESS, AND DISCIPLINE
STUDENT CONDUCT ON BUSES:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us.
STUDENT VEHICLES/DRIVING PRIVILEGES: Driving to
school and parking on school property is a privilege extended to
the eligible student body. Students who apply for and receive a
parking permit to drive their own private vehicle will be removed
from their bus route (per state law Title 14, Chapter 41, §4115). If
a temporary situation arises where a student driver may require bus
transportation, please contact the transportation office at least two
days in advance of the beginning date bus service would be
needed.
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School bus routes will not include stops for students
who have been issued driving permits by the school.
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Temporary conditions such as revocation of driving
privileges for poor grades, school disciplinary
actions, or disabled car will not constitute a reason
to ride a school bus. However, the principal of each
school may issue passes for school bus
transportation to certain pupils who have chosen to
drive a private vehicle, for use on a temporary and
emergency basis; and may also set aside a specific
number of parking spaces for use on a temporary
and emergency basis by pupils who originally chose
transportation by school bus.
Permanent conditions such as loss of driving
license, sale of vehicle, or other permanent reasons
for not driving a vehicle may result in a student
being placed back on the bus transportation list.
Under these conditions, the parent/guardian must
contact the district transportation supervisor to
make appropriate arrangements.
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Any student that drives/parks a vehicle on school grounds must
register that vehicle with the school and adhere to the rules for
driving/parking cars on school grounds. Students are required to
sign a contract to park on school grounds listing specific
guidelines. Students are only authorized to park registered
vehicle in the designated student parking area. Students will
have an assigned parking spot and must display their parking
tag at all times. Students who violate the above will be issued
warnings and fines for not adhering to the requirements.
Students who arrive to school tardy will receive a documented
warning. After the third occurrence (4th offense), student will be
scheduled to serve an after school detention and will be in jeopardy
of losing driving privilege. The fifth occurrence will result in the
student serving an in-school suspension and loss of driving
privileges. Please be advised, any student that loses his/her driving
privilege must obtain permission from the transportation
supervisor before he/she will be allowed to ride the bus to/from
school. Students are not allowed to go to their vehicle/parking lot
throughout the school day without permission from an
administrator.
DRESS CODE:
 Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us.
Student must be in the complete uniform style of dress at 7:10
a.m. and remain in uniform until dismissal.
DISCIPLINE POLICY:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us.
SEARCHES AND INTERROGATIONS - PERSONAL
STORAGE: SEARCH AND SEIZURE: The Supreme Court of
the United States held in New Jersey vs. T.L.O. (1985) that
searches and seizures by public officials need not be based upon
“probable cause”, the standard required by the fourth amendment,
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but need to be based upon “reasonable suspicion.” School officials
may lawfully search a student and their belongings provided the
search is reasonable in inception and reasonable in scope.
The Lake Forest School District presumes students possess and are
therefore responsible for all items found in or on their clothing,
book bags, purses, lockers, or similar containers or bags used to
carry or store books or personal property. Students should
regularly check the contents of their lockers, book bags, and/or
purses. If students fail to lock their lockers or secure their book
bags, and/or purses or provide others access to their lockers, book
bags, and/or purses, they remain responsible for all items found.
The Lake Forest School District presumes students possess and are
therefore responsible for all items in their motor vehicles. This
presumption applies to any vehicle driven to school without regard
to who owns the vehicle. Before students bring vehicles to school
or a school activity, they should carefully inspect their vehicles. If
students fail to lock their vehicles or permit others access to their
vehicles, they remain responsible for all items found.
SCHOOL LOCKERS: Lockers are under the joint control of the
student and school officials; therefore, the student’s right to
privacy is limited. School authorities may periodically search
lockers for drugs, alcohol, tobacco, weapons, stolen property or
other contraband. Administrators have the right to gain access to
lockers when deemed necessary.
STUDENT VEHICLES/VEHICLES ON SCHOOL
PROPERTY: Any vehicle on school grounds can be searched
with reasonable suspicion. In addition, students requesting a
parking permit will be required to sign a form stating that any
vehicle and its contents brought on school grounds may be
searched at any time by school officials, and that students are
obligated to cooperate with the administration in this regard.
Students may be interviewed by school authorities as needed when
investigating a school discipline matter. When appropriate, certain
issues will be reported to law enforcement officials for criminal
prosecution.
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SRO INVOLVEMENT IN SCHOOL: Police officers may
interview students in the office of the school, when necessary,
under the following conditions:
1. The parent should be notified prior to questioning.
2. The student must be advised of the reasons behind the
questioning and his/her legal rights.
3. The principal, assistant principal, dean of students or school
counselor should be present during questioning.
4. All due process procedures are followed.
DRUG and/or ALCOHOL POLICY:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us.
COMMUNICATION DEVICE POLICY:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us.
TRESPASSING: Students who are suspended and are on school
grounds for unauthorized reasons risk being arrested and charged
with trespassing. Any student on school grounds at unauthorized
times faces the same consequence. Trespassers will be given a
warning to leave the premises. If the warning is not heeded or if a
repeated occurrence, the trespasser will receive punitive action.
Legal charges may be filed. Any staff member has the authority
and power to arrest the trespasser. Students who are not assigned
detention and those who are not participating in school-sponsored
extra-curricular activities are to leave the school grounds by the
time the last bus leaves; otherwise, they will be dealt with as
trespassers. Students are advised that they are to leave Lake Forest
School property by the time the last participant leaves the building
after an extra-curricular event – basketball, wrestling, etc. Advise
your parents of the time the event will be over. Custodians will be
closing all doors after the event is over.
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ASSEMBLIES: Students will sit in their assigned section with
their homeroom. Teachers will take roll to verify student
attendance. Students who do not report to homeroom before
and/or after an assembly after being instructed to do so will be
charged with a class cut. Students are expected to act in a
courteous manner during assemblies. Students who are
uncooperative or cause a disruption will be referred to the
administration.
HALL PASSES: This student handbook contains hall passes.
The 10/10 Rule is enforced throughout the school day in all
classes. The 10/10 Rule prohibits a student from leaving the
classroom during the first ten minutes of the class period and the
last ten minutes of the same class period. Students are not
permitted to leave a classroom during school hours without a
signed hall pass, except between classes or during emergency
drills.
CHAPTER 6
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
CLUBS and ACTIVITIES: We offer many opportunities for
students to be involved in their school setting. The following are
some of the organizations that are recognized as official student
clubs or activities:
Business Professional of America (BPA)
Drama Club
Family, Career, Community Leaders (FCCLA)
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
FFA
Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
Marching Band
National Honor Society (NHS)
Spanish Club
Student Government (STUCO)
Technology Student Association (TSA)
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There are many other opportunities for your student to be involved
in the high school setting. Encourage your child to listen to the
daily announcements for the opportunity to join other
clubs/activities.
ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us.
ATHLETICS: Lake Forest High School offers the following
inter-scholastic athletics under the Delaware Inter-scholastic
Athletic Association (DIAA):
Boys Varsity & JV Baseball
Boys Varsity & JV Basketball
Girls Varsity & JV Basketball
Fall & Winter Cheerleading
Boys & Girls Cross Country
Varsity & JV Field Hockey
Varsity & JV Football
Golf (Coed)
Boys Varsity Lacrosse
Girls Varsity & JV Softball
Boys Soccer
Girls Varsity & JV Soccer
Boys & Girls Swimming & Diving
Boys & Girls Tennis Boys & Girls
Track & Field
Varsity & JV Volleyball
Wrestling
CHAPTER 7
POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT (PBS)
DE-PBS at LFHS: A General Overview
DE-PBS is a collaborative project with the Delaware Department
of Education, the University of Delaware Center for Disabilities
Studies, and Delaware Public Schools. The main focus of PBS is
to provide a clear system for all expected behaviors at Lake Forest
High School. At LFHS, our goal is to establish a social culture
that optimizes the conditions for student learning. While many
faculty and students may have assumptions of what is expected
behavior, we cannot assume that everyone’s beliefs are similar.
Through PBS, we will work to create and maintain a productive,
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safe environment in which ALL school community members have
clear expectations and understandings of their role in the
educational process.
What is PBS?
PBS is a system approach for establishing the social culture and
individualized behavioral supports needed for schools to achieve
both social and academic success for all students. School widePBS requires total staff commitment to building strong teacherstudent, student-student, and home-school relationships. Schools
that have been successful in building school-wide systems develop
procedures to accomplish the following:
1. Behavioral Expectations are defined. A small number of
clearly defined behavioral expectations are defined in positive,
simple rules.
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Positive Attitude: approach situations with optimism and
confidence
Respect: treat others the way you want to be treated
Integrity: act according to the values, beliefs, and
principles you claim to hold
Determination: the power or ability to make decisions for
oneself without influence from outside sources
Excellence: going above and beyond ordinary standards in
your daily actions
2. Behavioral Expectations are taught. The behavioral
expectations are taught to all students in the building in real
contexts. At LFHS, ALL adults in the building are responsible for
teaching students appropriate behaviors. Teaching appropriate
behavior involves much more than simply telling students what
behaviors they should avoid. The goal of teaching the students is
to present the specific behavior, discuss the rationale for the rule,
and provide positive examples of the rule in action. During PBS
classroom lessons, students will be given the opportunity to
practice the “right way” until they demonstrate fluent performance.
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3. Appropriate Behaviors are acknowledged. Once appropriate
behaviors have been defined and taught, they need to be
acknowledged on a regular basis. LFHS has designed a formal
system that rewards positive behaviors. PBS rewards include
monthly rewards and marking period celebrations.
4. Behavioral Errors are corrected proactively. When students
violate behavioral expectations, CLEAR procedures are needed
for providing information to students that their behavior was
unacceptable, and preventing that unacceptable behavior from
resulting in inadvertent rewards.
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Lake Forest High School PBS Behavior Expectation Matrix
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GPS—GOAL + PLAN = SUCCESS
P
Positive
R
Respect
I
Integrity
D
Determination
E
Excellence
Classroom
Hallway
Cafeteria
Bathroom
Library
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
2. Believe in
yourself.
3. Have a
Growth Mindset
1. Be on time.
2. Listen to
others.
3. Wait your
turn.
4. Treat others
the way you
would like to be
treated.
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
2. Be courteous.
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
2. Be courteous.
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
2. Share
resources.
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
2. Be at the bus
stop on time.
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
1. Use school
appropriate
language.
2. Share the
successes of
LFHS students.
1. Respect each
other’s personal
space.
2. Pass quietly.
1. Clean up after
yourself.
2. Use inside
voices.
3. Use manners.
4. Wait your
turn.
1. Make a mess,
clean it up.
2. Flush the
toilet.
3. Wash your
hands.
1. Keep the
library food and
drink free.
2. Work quietly.
3. Use materials
respectfully.
1. Follow the
traffic pattern
2. Listen to
directions.
3. Keep the
busses clean.
4. Keep
distractions to a
minimum.
1. Treat others
the way you
would like to be
treated.
2. Drive
responsibly.
3. Use facilities
and equipment
appropriately.
1. Represent
yourself and
your school with
PRIDE.
1. Do your own
work.
2. Focus.
3. Be Honest.
4. Follow the
dress code.
1. Be prepared
for class.
2. Help others.
3. Follow the
dress code.
4. Have signed
agenda available
1. Keep moving.
2. Walk with a
purpose.
1. Pay for all
items.
2. Be polite.
3. Follow the
dress code.
1. Report
problems.
2. Follow the
dress code.
3. Have signed
agenda available
1. Return
materials on
time.
2. Follow the
dress code.
1. Use your time
on the bus
wisely.
2. Report
problems.
1. Volunteer.
2. Be a good
citizen.
3. Spread good
news about
LFHS.
1. Move through
the lunch line
efficiently.
2. Find a seat
and stay in the
designated area.
1. Clean up after
yourself and/or
others.
2. Stay in
assigned area.
1. Be quick and
tidy.
1. Keep on task.
2. Stay focused.
3. Help keep
materials in the
right place.
1. Review and
reflect on your
school day.
1. Keep it green.
2. Report
problems.
3. Be
responsible.
4. Follow the
dress code.
1. Keep the
school beautiful.
2. Place trash in
trash cans.
1. Place trash in
trash cans.
2. Conserve
resources.
3. Report
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and accidents.
1. Cooperate
with all school
staff.
1. Cooperate
with the bus
driver.
2. Report
directly to the
busses at
dismissal time.
1. Park in
assigned areas.
2. Use the main
entrance to enter
the building.
1. Be a positive
role model at all
times.
2. Be a leader.
1. Be an active
participant.
2. Seek help if
needed.
3. Encourage
each other.
1. Try your best
every day.
2. Support your
peers.
3. Keep the
classroom clean.
1. Help others.
2. Ensure safe
travel.
3. Be aware of
your
surroundings.
Bus
School Grounds
Community
1. Serve the
community.
CHAPTER 8
OTHER
CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES/SCHOOL LUNCHES
The Lake Forest School District Child Nutrition Services Program
welcomes your children to the 2015 - 2016 school year. The Lake
Forest School District starting this school year will be part of the
Community Eligibility Provision. All students will be provided
Breakfast and Lunch Meals at no cost. Money will only be needed
if the students wants to purchase snacks or an extra meal.
The Lake Forest Child Nutrition Services Program uses a
computerized program for the management of school meals.
Money may be placed in a student’s account in any amount at any
time. Money may be placed in student accounts through an on-line
payment program called myschoolbucks.com or through the school
Child Nutrition Services Program. Lunches provided by the Lake
Forest School Child Nutrition Services Program are prepared in
compliance with United States Department of Agriculture
(USDA). Students may bring lunch from home to consume in the
cafeteria during their scheduled lunch period however, lunches
purchased from outside vendors (McDonalds, Hardees, Subway,
Arbys, Royal Farms, etc.) cannot be brought into the building
during regular school hours for consumption.
RECYCLING PROGRAM
As the population on this globe continues to increase, trash
becomes an ever-growing problem. Part of the problem comes
from a "throw it away" attitude when there are things that still have
many uses. To help alleviate this problem, there's no better place to
start than here at Lake Forest High School. Staff and students are
encouraged to participate in the school’s recycling initiatives by
actually recycling as well as spreading awareness. Recycling in the
learning environment will help promote recycling in the
surrounding neighborhoods and communities.
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LAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL DEBT PROCEDURES
1. Students are required to care for and return in good
condition all instructional materials that have been
entrusted to them by the District as part of the instructional
program. Instructional materials are defined as textbooks,
workbooks, calculators, computer hardware and software,
and any other school property used in the instructional
program.
2. Students are required to care for and return in good
condition all extra-curricular materials that have been
entrusted to them by the District as part of the extracurricular program. Extra-curricular materials are defined
as uniforms, athletic equipment, band equipment, and any
other school property used in the extra-curricular program.
3. When instructional materials, extra-curricular materials,
and/or class dues are not returned/paid within the time
designated by the school, the student (parent/guardian) will
be notified and be required to submit payment.
Additionally, if materials are returned in an abused
condition, the student (parent/guardian) will be required to
submit payment for the replacement costs of the materials.
4. If the costs outlined in #3 are not paid, school records such
as report cards will be withheld until the parent/guardian
has a conference with school representatives regarding the
unmet obligation. Also, the student will not be issued any
replacement instructional materials nor be eligible to
participate in non-academic activities (non-academic field
trips, dances, prom, issuance of parking permits,
participation in clubs, activities, athletics, etc…) at the
school until the obligation is met or arrangements have
been agreed upon to meet the obligation.
5. Additionally, any checks that are returned from the bank
for “Insufficient Funds”, and/or “Closed Account” will
subject the student to be re-instated on the debt list and the
student and parent/guardian shall be held to the
requirements and responsibilities as mentioned in items 1,
2, 3, and 4 above. The student will be provided the
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necessary instructional materials during the classroom
period.
NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS UNDER FERPA FOR
SECONDARY SCHOOLS: The Family and Educational Rights
and Privacy Act (FERPA) provide parents and students over 18
years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the
student’s education records. These rights are:
1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education
records within 45 days of the day the school receives a
request for access. Parents or eligible students should
submit to the School Principal, or appropriate school
official, a written request that identifies the record(s) they
wish to inspect. The school official will make
arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible
student of the time and place where the records may be
inspected.
2. The rights to request the amendment of the student’s
education records that the parent or eligible student
believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in
violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA.
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally
identifiable information contained in the student’s
education records, except to the extent that FERPA
authorizes disclosure without consent. A school official
has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to
review an education record in order to fulfill his or her
professional responsibility.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of
Education concerning alleged failures by Lake Forest to
comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and
address of the office that administers FERPA are:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-5920
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PPRA NOTICE AND CONSENT/OPT-OUT FOR SPECIFIC
ACTIVITIES: The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment
(PPRA), 20 U.S.C. § 1232h, requires Lake Forest School District
to notify you and obtain consent or allow you to opt your child out
of participating in certain school activities. These activities
include a student survey, analysis, or evaluation that concerns one
or more of the following eight areas (“protected information
surveys”):
1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or
student’s parent;
2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or
student’s family;
3. Sex behavior or attitudes;
4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning
behavior;
5. Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents
have close family relationships;
6. Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as
with lawyers, doctors, or ministers;
7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student
or parents; or
8. Income, other than as required by law to determine
program eligibility.
This requirement also applies to the collection, disclosure or use of
student information for marketing purposes (“marketing surveys”),
and certain physical exams and screenings. Following is a
schedule of activities requiring parental notice and consent or optout for the upcoming school year. This list is not exhaustive and,
for surveys and activities scheduled after the school year starts, the
Lake Forest School District will provide parents, within a
reasonable period of time prior to the administration of the surveys
and activities, notification of the surveys and activities and be
provided an opportunity to opt their child out, as well as an
opportunity to review the surveys. (Please note that this notice and
consent/opt-out transfers from parents to any student who is 18
years old or an emancipated minor under State law.)
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Date:
2015 - 2016 School Year
Activity:
Student Interest Survey
Summary: This is a survey used by classroom teachers that asks
students questions about their interests and learning styles.
Information may be compiled in order to tailor lessons to capture
the interests of the students and/or learning styles of the students.
Opt-out: Contact Theadora White, Principal, at 284-9291 or
twhite@lf.k12.de.us no later than September 18, 2015, if you do
not want your child to participate in this activity.
Date:
2015 - 2016 School Year
Activity:
School Improvement Survey
Summary: This is a survey that asks students questions about
various programs at Lake Forest High School that are initiated by
the School Improvement Team.
Opt-out: Contact Theadora White, Principal, at 284-9291 or
twhite@lf.k12.de.us no later than September 18, 2015, if you do
not want your child to participate in this activity.
Date:
2015 - 2016 School Year
Activity:
The Delaware School Climate Survey
Summary: This is an anonymous survey that asks students
questions about their opinions and experiences while a student at
Lake Forest High School. The survey is developed by the
Delaware Positive Behavior Support Initiative (a partnership
between the Delaware Department of Education and the Center for
Disabilities Studies at the University of Delaware). Completed
surveys are sent to the University of Delaware where the
information is compiled into a report for our school.
Opt-out: Contact Theadora White, Principal, at 284-9291 or
twhite@lf.k12.de.us no later than September 18, 2015, if you do
not want your child to participate in this activity.
Date:
Fall 2015
Activity:
Career Interest Inventory
Summary: As part of each student’s Student Success Plan (SSP),
he/she will complete a questionnaire to determine possible career
options based on his/her interests.
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Opt-out: Contact Theadora White, Principal, at 284-9291 or
twhite@lf.k12.de.us no later than September 18, 2015, if you do
not want your child to participate in this activity.
Date:
Spring 2016
Activity:
Honors Survey
Summary: Students who are currently taking an accelerated
course at Lake Forest High School will be asked to complete a
survey to share their thoughts about the accelerated program.
Opt-out: Contact Theadora White, Principal, at 284-9291 or
twhite@lf.k12.de.us no later than September 18, 2015, if you do
not want your child to participate in this activity.
Date:
Spring 2016
Activity:
Drug, Alcohol & Tobacco Survey
Summary: Lake Forest High School in conjunction with the
Delaware Department of Education, Department of Health and Social
Services and the Department of Children, Youth and their families use
this survey to gather information concerning student behavior in
regards to drugs, alcohol and tobacco. This is an anonymous survey
administered by the University of Delaware Center for Drug and
Alcohol Studies. The results of this survey provide useful and
important information for school and district planning and evaluation
of programs, for the state agencies involved, for legislative initiatives,
and for the communities’ statewide dealing with the problems of
alcohol, tobacco and other drug use among youth.
Opt-out: Contact Theadora White, Principal, at 284-9291 or
twhite@lf.k12.de.us no later than September 18, 2015, if you do
not want your child to participate in this activity.
If you wish to review any survey instrument or instructional
material used in connection with any protected information or
marketing survey, please submit a request to Theadora White,
Principal, at 284-9291 or twhite@lf.k12.de.us. Ms. White will
notify you of the time and place where you may review these
materials. You have the right to review a survey and/or
instructional materials before the survey is administered to a
student.
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COMPLIANCE WITH ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY
RESPONSE ACT:
Refer to Lake Forest High School Policies Manual. An allinclusive version of this policy can be found at
http://www.lf.k12.de.us.
CLOSING STATEMENT: It is the Lake Forest School District’s
intention to provide all students with a safe learning environment
that is free of inappropriate behavior as defined in this code of
conduct. Lake Forest School District does not discriminate in
employment or in educational programs, services or activities
based on race, national origin, sex, age, or disability in accordance
with state and federal laws. All employees and students are bound
to the policies and procedures of the Lake Forest School District.
They are also bound to the law of the State of Delaware. All
employees and students must follow State laws that regulate the
discipline and attendance of students. Copies of these documents
are available upon request from the office of the Superintendent,
Lake Forest School District.
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