P.O Box 67 Tuba City, Arizona 86045
East Spruce Drive
Student
and
Parent Handbook
School Year 2012-2013
Individual + Family + Community + Leadership + Tradition = Quality Education
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Tuba City Alternative High School
SY 2012 -2013
Box 67 Tuba City, Arizona 85045
Phone: 928-283-1070 FAX: 928-283-1226
Dr. Harold Begay
Interim Superintendent
Mr. C. Henry Henderson III
Director
TO THE PARENTS/GUARDIANS:
Arizona law requires every school district to summarize the general rules and regulations regarding student conduct
which are in effect in the school. The law further requires such rules and regulations be made available to all
students and their parents/guardians. This handbook has been prepared to explain and clarify the procedures,
policies, and regulations at Tuba City Alternative High School.
TO THE STUDENTS:
On behalf of the staff, we welcome you to Tuba City Alternative High School. We are looking forward to working
with you and assisting you in fulfilling your educational goals. We have established a history of success with our
program and students who have focused on their work and have accomplished what they came for…their high
school diploma. Our motto, “Educating with determination, discipline, and dignity” simply means that you must be
deter- mined to take action, reshape your attitude, shed your bad habits, and build confidence and pride in yourself.
In other words, “Get your act together!” We will make every effort to treat each and every student with respect and
dignity and so we expect the same from every student.
We hope that your time and educational endeavors here will be rewarding and enjoyable. Again, welcome to Tuba
City Alternative High School.
STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY:
Tuba City Alternative High School’s philosophy is based on the premise that the purpose of education is to provide
a continuation of essential learning by providing basic academic facts and providing real world experiences. These
will aid our students in becoming mentally, physically, socially and morally prepared to meet the demands of an
ever changing society. It is important to instill in every student the importance of individual worth and to create a
positive self-image through personal development of initiative, resourcefulness, responsibility, and accountability.
It is the intent of the administration and staff to lead students toward being disciplined, productive, informed, and
successful. To achieve these ideals, mutual respect and understanding must be present in the learning process of all
participants – the administration, the staff, students and community.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Tuba City Unified School District No. 15 has approved a discipline handbook for all students. This handbook is a guide to
assist staff members in addressing concerns or answering questions that may arise. This handbook is not all-inclusive; it
points out areas where general guidelines can be drawn. Sections of this handbook that apply school rules may be revised
during the year. If conflicts between the Governing Board Policies and this handbook occur, Governing Board Policies
shall govern.
Students shall comply with the District policies, regulations and procedures; pursue the required courses of study; cooperate
and submit to the authority of the administration and teachers. The Board, pursuant to statutory duties, authorizes the
administration to develop administrative regulations and procedures governing students’ conduct; further, legal counsel
shall review the regulations and procedures annually. (A.R. S. 15-511)
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE
State Law mandates at the beginning of each day that the Pledge of Allegiance is recited. (A.R.S. 15-506) Students may or
may not participate but cannot be disruptive during the pledge. In addition, State Law requires that a moment of silence be
observed. Participation is at the discretion of the students. (A.R.S. 15-511)
MISSION STATEMENT
The Tuba City Alternative High School will provide a supportive learning environment and quality education. Each student
is encouraged and given the opportunity to gain the skills, knowledge, attitude, character, and values to become a lifelong
learner, a responsible citizen, and a self sufficient individual.
RECOMMENDED DRESS FOR STUDENTS
The District recognizes that student dress and grooming practices are generally a matter of personal choice. However, the
District also recognizes that there is a relationship between students’ choice of dress and grooming practices and such
things as school pride, self-esteem, general welfare of the students, and accomplishments of curriculum goals and
educational objectives. The District dress standards prohibit students from wearing clothing that is counterproductive to
curriculum goals as formulated by the District and mandated by state statutes. The District also prohibits students from
wearing clothing that is disruptive to the learning process.
--Arizona Revised Statute 15-712 requires instruction on the nature and harmful effects of alcohol, drugs, and
tobacco. These substances are illegal for minors to possess. Clothing which displays these substances and is deemed
to advocate or encourage the use of these substances is counterproductive to the District’s curriculum goals,
educational objectives and are prohibited. The same applies to the following:
1.
Muscle shirts, undershirts, shirt straps less than 3 inches wide, clothing that is shredded or frayed, off-the-shoulder,
low-cut in front or through the underarms, see-through, or as described below are not acceptable. Bib overalls
must have both straps attached.
2.
Body piercing, except for the ears.
3.
Bandanas, hairnets and sunglasses. Accessories including, but not limited to, studded bracelets, belts or necklaces,
belt loop or chain wallets and extended belts.
4.
Baseball caps or caps with symbols that signify gang affiliation, drugs or promote negative activity are prohibited.
Caps, hats, beanies, or hoods are also prohibited.
5.
Pants/shorts worn below the waist in a manner that exposes underwear or bare skin, extremely baggy pants, pant
cuffs that drag on the floor or which have a width that exceeds the length of the student’s shoes are not proper
dress for young men and women who should be improving their image. This type of appearance will be
discouraged and student will be asked to change their clothing.
Shorts or skirts, which are higher than the student’s extended fingers when standing straight and expose the genital
area or buttocks should be prohibited. Shirts/tops, which expose abdomen, are also prohibited.
6.
7.
Clothing, tattoos, or accessories, which advertise, display, or promote any drug (including tobacco and alcohol),
sexual innuendo, violence, weaponry, satanic symbols, profanity, hate, or bigotry towards any group, is offensive
and disrespectful to other individuals.
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8.
Clothing with symbolism and or insignias which suggest illicit behavior, gang affiliation or abuse, including
shirts/tops with the inscription “In memory of …” or other questionable clothing.
9.
Coats may not be worn indoors; or clothing that is unnecessary during warm weather or hot weather.
BUS
Riding the bus is a privilege! Students are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly manner at all times. Students who
do not comply with bus rules will be referred for disciplinary action and may be denied the privilege of riding the bus.
District Transportation has published its own hand book that is applicable to all students. The following are some general
rules for students riding District busses to and from school.
A. Waiting for the bus.
 Be at your bus stop on time.
 No fighting, pushing, or taking away the belongings of others while waiting at the stop.
 Stand at a safe distance from the roadway when you see the bus approaching.
 If you miss the bus return home and have your parents bring you to school or call the school office. (928-2831070)
B. Boarding the bus.
 Always use the handrail.
 Be courteous and wait your turn, look out for younger children.
 Take your seat quietly and quickly.
 Your school ID may be requested for boarding. Always have it on hand.
C. Riding the bus.
 Keep aisles clear.
 Remain seated until the bus has stopped at your bus stop.
 Be courteous; keep your head, arms, and hands inside the bus.
 Talk quietly, don’t yell or use vulgar language.
 Do not throw objects in the bus.
 Do not throw things out of the bus.
 No open drinks on the bus.
 No eating while the bus is moving.
 Keep the area around your seat clean, use the trash can on the bus.
 Obey the bus driver’s instructions.
 Do not damage the seats.
 The bus driver will assign seats for student, when necessary.
D. Getting off the bus.
 Always wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before getting up from your seat.
 Always face the front when leaving the bus.
 Use the steps. Do not jump.
 If it is necessary to cross the street, cross in front of the bus.
 Look both ways before you begin to cross; Make sure the cars have stopped for you.
 Bring a note from your parent if you are to get off the bus at another bus stop.
 Bring a note from your parent if you are not going home by bus.
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ACTIVITY BUS
Transportation will run an activity bus for those students participating in sports or any other extra-curricular activity
including tutoring. It is the responsibility of each student to board the activity bus as scheduled, THE SCHOOL
CANNOT BE EXPECTED TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION if a student does not board the bus during scheduled
time.
CAFETERIA
We have a cafeteria on campus. All students are required to have a meal application on file with the Food Service
Department. Students can pick up forms from the secretary. Students (18 yrs.+) may be allowed to check themselves out to
leave campus during lunch, as well as teen parents who need to attend to their child. Outside individual vendors are
prohibited to sell home cooked/baked items to students.
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I.D. CARDS
Identification cards are required of all Tuba City Alternative High School students and are furnished as a part of
registration. Identification cards will be required for entry to school functions, reduced ticket prices for school-related
events, library checkout, and student transportation services. Students are to have their identification cards in their
possession at ALL times while on school campus. Replacements ID will cost $5.00.
HEALTH SERVICES
Our school nurse this year is at the High School. If a student becomes ill while at school he/she may be referred to the TC
High School Nurse who will assess and provide the necessary medical procedures to take. Students must not leave campus
because of illness without notifying school personnel or without proper authorization. If a student becomes seriously ill or
injured during school hours an ambulance may be called if necessary. The school will not transport students for regular
hospital appointments unless the appointment was scheduled by the school. ALL students must provide an updated
immunization record upon registration.
VISITORS
All visitors are required to report to the school office upon arrival on campus. Visitors are limited in visiting with students
during class time. Students are prohibited from bringing their friends or other guests to school. This is for liability reasons.
The Principal has the right to deny visitation to any questionable or suspicious visitors. Parents are welcome to visit their
students and classrooms but must be mindful of the duration of visit.
DRIVING AND PARKING PRIVILEGES
Any student driving a motorized vehicle must register the vehicle and valid driver’s license with the school office. Proof of
insurance for vehicle must also be on file in the office. Vehicles parked on school district property in violation of these
regulations may be towed from the campus at the owner’s expense. Unlicensed drivers should not drive vehicles to school.
Parents will be contacted if an unlicensed driver drives to school. Periodic license checks will be conducted. Licensed
student drivers are to adhere to proper driving regulations. Safe and proper driving, use of proper parking areas and use of
designated exits are required.
SOCIAL FUNCTIONS AT THE SCHOOL
Due to limited space, dances are not possible at the Alternative High School. Students of Alternative High School may
attend school functions at Tuba City HS but must conduct themselves in accordance to respective schools’ policies and
procedures, unless student has been prohibited by respective school staff or is on out of school suspension. See below –
REMOVAL FROM ACTIVITIES.
REMOVAL FROM ACTIVITIES
The Director and TCHS Principal may remove a student from a school sponsored activity, when it is determined that the
student has repeatedly or has seriously violated a provision of the student discipline policy, rules, or regulations and the
Director/Principal has determined that such a removal is in the best interest of the activity or in the best interest of the
school. They may remove a student whether or not the student has been elected, or appointed, assigned or has volunteered
for the activity. Before removing a student from the activity, the Director/Principal shall give notice to the student, explain
the reasons, and state when the removal is effective.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES CLUB
The Tuba City Alternative High School Student Activities Club is the representative organization of all
students at this school. The purpose of this Club is as follows:
A. Strive to make significant contributions, through activities, to the total education and development of the student body.
B. Serve as the connecting link between the administration and the student body.
C. Provide organization and direction of school fundraising activities and functions.
D. Establish and maintain high ideals in the area of conduct and academic achievement.
E. Promote leadership qualities.
Membership in the Alternative School Club is voluntary and Officers may be elected or appointed as may be needed to
continue as an active club. Officers are as follows: President, Vice-president, and Secretary/Treasurer.
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BOMB THREATS
All bomb threat calls received will be taken seriously and all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our students will
be taken. All incoming phone calls can be traced. In the event of a bomb threat, the following procedures shall be
followed:
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A verbal or memo type alarm will be activated and all student/staff will immediately evacuate the building. The
building will be evacuated in the same manner as in a fire drill.
Teachers, while evacuating the building, must make a visual check of their classroom or working areas. Anything
unusual or out of the ordinary is to be reported to the administration, in the course of the evacuation.
Administration will call the police department, fire department, emergency medical service (TCRHCC),
maintenance and District Office. Transportation will also be contacted for children with special needs.
Administration or staff will check the restroom to see that everyone is out!
Students are to follow the instructions of teachers and school personnel when evacuations are being conducted.
The building (classrooms, offices, etc.) will be searched by certified personnel, trained for this type of search. At
this point, this does not include district staff.
A decision will be made by the Alternative School administration whether to take the students to the Junior High
Gym or Cafeteria (bad weather) or Eagles Nest Cafeteria (if permitted). All staff will be present to supervise
students wherever the students relocate.
FIRE SAFETY
Students will practice fire drill evacuation a minimum of once per month which will be timed and recorded. Students will
evacuate the building following the evacuation charts posted at each fire exit and meet on the basketball court for roll call.
When the building is cleared, the director will inspect the building and signal the students and staff to return to the building.
ACADEMICS
GRADING
Grading is a means of charting progress. The grade indicates the level of achievement the student has reached toward the
mastery of course objectives. While grades are only one indication of how well a student is progressing, it continues to be
the school’s most reliable means of communicating achievement to parents, guardians and students. All students at the
Tuba City Alternative High School are on an individual education plan and courses are assigned according to what subjects
each student needs to earn their state diploma.
Generally, grades attempt to indicate a student’s ability to perform. Based upon performance, grades further attempt to
describe the depth or quality of the learning that has taken place. As such, they should not merely indicate a student’s
progress as it relates to that of his/her peers but, rather, they should be as objective as possible in indicating the student’s
capabilities.
Grades provide a form of motivation, as well as a basis for self-evaluation. In effect, they often serve as reinforcement of
student effort and student self-confidence. The subsequent and internal satisfaction of succeeding is vital to student
progress and morale.
The teacher will establish guidelines for grading specifically on the basis of subject area (i.e., Computer assisted subjects,
off line assignments, etc.) Insofar as possible, a continuity of grading should exist within each subject area. While this
recognizes and respects individual differences and styles, the assigned grade, the teacher shall respect the same general
value. Differences in the assigned grade should stem from subject area and subject content standards. Further, the teacher
will establish course goals and objectives subsequent to the identification of source scope and sequence. This, in turn,
should culminate in an on-going evaluation of courses on a regular basis to determine their effectiveness and continuation.
Progress reports of individual students will be mailed out or shared with parents during Parent Teacher Conferences or at
request of parents. Progress will detail what lessons, and/or tests the student has completed. Official grades will be issued
upon completion of the course module and entered on the student’s official transcript. The grading system is as follows:
A
B
C
4.0+
3.0
2.0
Exceptional work
Above average work
Average work
D
F
6
1.0
0.0
Less then average work
Failure
GRANTING OF CREDIT
Student performance in the computer-assigned portion of the program is based upon the demonstrated mastery of concepts
for the Arizona State Standards for Instruction. In order to earn credit in a particular course, the student must complete all
activities in the computer-assisted classes (1 or 0.5 credit) with a pre-test administered and post-test mastery level of 80%
or as specified in the individual education plan of the individual student. Other courses are text base or in-house lessons
which students may take to earn credits in the electives area. Credit is based upon the successful achievement of course
objectives and teachers of record will have final determination for awarding of credit.
TRANSFER OF CREDITS
Tuba City Alternative High School may accept credits from other high schools, an accredited correspondence or summer
school program. Prior to acceptance of some credits, all transcripts will be evaluated for acceptance and applied to
mandated course requirements. (See Course requirements for graduation section for details.)
STUDENT RECOGNITION FOR SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship and achievement is recognized and encouraged through school assemblies and special events to recognize and
celebrate those students who have made accomplishments either by completing courses, earning excellent grades or have
excellent attendance. Certificates or other incentives will be given to students for these accomplishments.
EXAMINATIONS
All students must take required examinations including AIMS. All students are required to take final examinations. These
exams are comprehensive and can be given as student’s progress through their lessons or at the teacher’s discretion. The
final examination by course design will be given at the conclusion of every A+ course. Students who fail the final course
examination may not receive credit for the course and could be assigned a recovery course or re-take the final exam after
tutorial les- sons. Final examination will not exceed 20% of the final grade. A final exam will be given in every course and
other supplementary course work may be used to determine final grade for the course.
REGISTRATION/EARLY DEPARTURE
All students should pre-register and be at school the first day of school. In order to earn credit for the required subjects, all
required modules of the course must be completed or assigned as per IEP. Students identified as “migrant students”, who
transfer from another school, and special cases will be processed through the Principal’s Office. Students are also enrolled
per recommendation by Tuba City High School, the courts or through special arrangements.
CREDIT
Majority of the provided courses are on a credit earned status. Students shall be assigned courses needed for the state
diploma or assigned course recovery courses as needed. Some courses may be assigned through use of textbooks. A
student may challenge a course of study by taking a comprehensive examination as developed by the Tuba City Alternative
School teachers. The challenge must be approved by the TCUSD #15 Governing Board for each challenge and a passing
score of 90% must be achieved on the test. Eligible students must have passed all three components of the AIMS test to
challenge.
EARLY GRADUATION (AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS)
Students at the Tuba City Alternative School may be awarded their diplomas upon completion of all Tuba City Governing
Board and Arizona Department of Education mandated course requirements for a state diploma and successful passage of
all components of the AIMS Test. Students who have not passed their AIMS test will need to take the AIMS test whenever
testing is available. Augmentation of grades may be used to add points to the AIMS score of individuals who have passed
their course but may have failed the AIMS test by a marginal score.
The Principal, Counselor and Teacher will evaluate all courses and determine that all requirements for issuance of the state
diploma have been met. Official transcripts may be provided to post secondary schools upon request of transcripts for
enrollment at their institutions. Students may also elect to participate in the graduation ceremonies with the Tuba City High
School at the end of the spring semester.
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To graduate from Tuba City Alternative High School a student must successfully pass Reading, Writing, and Math AIMS
tests and complete the following graduated courses as prescribed by Arizona Department of Education to earn the state
diploma per requirements that total 21 credits. Note the class requirements of 2012-2013.
Arizona State Board of Education/State Board for Voc Ed and Technical Education
Current Requirements
English
4 credits
Math
2 credits
Science
2 credits
Social Studies 2.5 credits
CTE/Fine Arts 1 credit
Electives
8.5 credits
Total
20 credits
Class of 2012
English
4 credits
Math(1)
3 credits
Science
2 credits
Social Studies(2) 3 credits
CTE/Fine Arts
1 credit
Electives
7 credits
Total
20 credits
(1) Math courses shall
Consist of Algebra I, Geometry and additional course
with substantial math content
as determined by districts or
charter schools.
( 2) Social Studies shall consist
of one credit of Am.History, one
credits of World History/Geography.
½ credit of Gov’t. and ½ credit of
economics.
Class of 2013
English
4 credits
Math(1)
4 credits
Science
3 credits
Social Studies 3 credits
CTE/Fine Arts 1 credit
Electives
7 credits
Total
22 credits
(1) Math courses shall consist of
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II(or
its’ equivalent) and an additional
course with substantial math content
as determined by districts or charter
schools.
(2) Science courses shall prepare
students for the high school AIMS
test (life science). A.R.S. 15-203
prohibits the SBE from adopting
changes to these requirements that
will impact “capital costs”.
*The class of 2004 and beyond must meet the graduation requirements of Tuba City Alternative High School and
pass the Arizona Instrument of Measurement Standards (AIMS) in order to receive a state high school diploma and
course requirements per ARS R7-2-302.
AZ UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
4 units English
4 units Math: Algebra 1, Algebra II, Functions, Trigonometry,
Pre-Calculus and Calculus
3 units Lab Science: Biology, Chemistry or Physics, Earth Science,
Anatomy/Physiology, Anatomy II
2 units Social Studies: including U.S. History and U.S. Government
2 units Foreign Language/Indigenous Language
(Must be same language for both units)
1 unit Fine Arts
Additional Requirements:
Ranking: you must rank in the upper 50% of your high school graduating class or have an overall high school grade point
average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale;
OR
ACT Score: Achieve a minimum composite score of 21 (in-state applicants) or 23 (out-of-state applicants)
OR
SAT Score: Achieve a minimum composite score of 93 (in-state applicants) or 1010 (out-of-state applicants).
All students will also need: four (04) years Math and three (03) years Lab Science, two (02) years of Language, and one
(01) year of Arts is recommended: two (02) years Foreign Language, Fine Arts, Computer Literacy
ARIZONA JUNIOR COLLEGES AND TECHNICAL SCHOOLS
High School diplomas or GED (Graduation Equivalency Degree) are required. Contact individual schools for any
additional information.
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ATTENDANCE POLICY and TARDY POLICIES
We believe that good attendance and punctuality to school helps to develop responsible behaviors and habits that will carry
over to the world of work. We believe, further, that good attendance and punctuality is the responsibility of the student.
The school will provide opportunity, encouragement and provide a program that will be enticing to students and also foster
the development of responsible behavior.
The school will expect parents and/or guardians to send a note to the school or the student to secure a note from the doctor,
clinic or other legitimate reason for each day a student is absent. The school will make reasonable attempts through
memos, phone calls, etc. to inform parents/guardians of the absences. However, it is the primary responsibility of each
student to attend school daily. We are an alternative school with individualized classes tailored to meet the each student’s
educational needs. Students are expected to be at their assigned stations when designated class period begins. Any student
that is absent for 10 consecutive days will be dropped from school for non-attendance.
As an Alternative High School and per State attendance requirements for alternative schools, each student must spend at
least 20 hours per week on classroom instruction.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT AND CONSEQUENCES
The Tuba City Alternative High School recognizes student rights and understands the procedures of due process.
The administration and staff will follow protocol for due process and review the violation/infraction that a student is
alleged to have committed and any or all consequences will be considered and administered on a case by case basis.
Infractions will be categorized by minor, intermediate and major infractions and consequences may be issued on the
merits or severity of the infraction. The following will apply to all students at the Tuba City Alternative High
School:
Any student who is registered at the Tuba City Alternative School whose behavior on campus or at a school function is alleged to
be in violation of conduct rules may be referred to the Principal’s office. The school staff involved shall initiate a record of the
incident which includes the time, place, names of those involved, witnesses and any other information that is pertinent to the
incident.
Should a student be referred to the Principal or his designee for an alleged act of misconduct, the Principal or designee shall
inform the accused student of the charge(s) against him/her and that disciplinary action may result, with possible minimum and
maximum punishment that may be imposed.
Under no circumstances shall punishment be cruel, excessive, or administered with malice or coercion.
Referrals shall be in writing and explained verbally by referring staff member to the Principal with student present who will be
allowed to explain his/her side of the incident. The Principal will apply the policy with modifications to consequences based on
circumstances and severity of the incident. Principal will inform mentor team for consequences depending on details of incident
or other important information. A mentor team will review and hear the alleged charges before any OSS consequences.
ACADEMIC/CLASSROOM RULES
Pledge of Allegiance - Continue every morning in class per Arizona State School requirement for all public schools
CLOSE CAMPUS – student will eat on campus during lunch time. Students will not check out to leave campus. We encourage all the
students to eat breakfast and lunch which are FREE. Our school does get reimburse for these meals.
NO GANG affiliated colors to be worn at school. Students will be sent home to change their clothing if non compliance.
NO CAPS, NO BANDANAS, NO BEANIES, to be worn on campus.
NO ENERGY DRINKS Period.
NO CELL Phones, IPOD, IPAD to be used during class time.
NO MUSIC during class time. You are here to do academic class work.
ATTENDANCE – In order to meet AYP, our students have to be in attendance for 90% of the time. This means you cannot miss more
than 10 days. Any student who misses ten days or more will sign a contract for remainder of semester. All violation of the contract is
caused for dismissal from school for semester.
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STUDENT INFRACTIONS GUIDE
Infractions with Possible Consequences
MINOR INFRACTIONS
Misuse of internet: Users shall not use streaming
media, use another person’s user ID and/or
password, sharing one’s user ID and/or password,
personal email during class time, viewing of
pornographic, obscene, libelous, and accessing or
viewing or disseminating information on any
product is prohibited.
Electronic/tech devices: Responsible use of
electronic/tech devices is a privilege and may be
used as instructional instruments; however, if these
items become a distraction/disruption to the student
or class, the item may be confiscated and privilege
revoked.
Spitting on floors, walls or in water fountains.
Littering on school grounds, in building, graffiti on
walls, desks, etc.
Students must have drivers license to drive vehicles
to school. Students are not allowed to use vehicle
during class time.
Disrespect toward other students: to insult, use
derogatory names, dishonor, threaten, or in other
manner abuse verbally, or in writing, any member
of the student body (including sexual harassment).
Disruptive Behavior: Refusal to follow a directive
from
a
staff
member
(insubordination)
Ditching: The unexcused absence of a student from
school at any time.
Off Campus Disturbance: Involvement in a
disturbance at another campus during regular school
hours.
Cheating/Plagiarizing papers on projects or any
form of cheating on tests on classroom work or
assignments.
Use/Possession of Tobacco
CONSEQUENCES
st
1 Incident: Teacher/Counselor will have a conference with
student. Teachers will use their discretion.
Repeated incident: Teacher will refer student to Principal for
consequence and resolution.
1st Incident: Teacher will confiscate item, conference student,
and keep the item until the end of the day or end of week if
necessary. Teachers will use their discretion.
Repeated incident: Teacher will confiscate item and turn into
Principal for consequence and resolution.
1st Incident: Clean up the area. Student will be assigned to read
and write an article on personal hygiene.
Repeated Incident: School service will be assigned.
1st Incident: Warning – letter to vehicle owner. Copy to PD.
Repeated Incident: Call owner to pick up vehicle or possibility
of tow for impound.
1st Incident:
Staff member will address the issue, reiterate
expected behavior/conduct for all students and document the
incident and resolution.
2nd Incident: “Mentor team” meeting with student (18+ yrs,
parent not required to attend) to impose further consequences or
assign service to school.
Contract issued: Violation of contract may result in
recommendation that student be suspended from school for
infringement on safety and learning rights of other students
NOTE: The cumulative effect of minor infractions shall also be
cause for out of school suspension if other interventions do not
work.
1st Incident: Student will be subject to reduction in grade or
assigned to do research on topic assigned by teacher.
2nd Incident: Student will be referred to counselor.
1st Incident: 3 days out of school suspension. Parent
reinstatement and in-school counseling on tobacco use and
dangers of tobacco.
Repeated Incident: Additional suspension days and
assignments.
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INTERMEDIATE INFRACTIONS
Student Fighting: The act involving hostile bodily contact on campus or on school
sponsored activities away from campus before, during, and after regular school hours.
Disrespect to Staff: Obscenity, profanity, or insults directed at a staff member in
verbal or written form on campus, at any school sponsored activity on or away from
campus before, during or after regular school hours.
Thefts: The act of taking or acquiring the property of another without permission.
Vandalism: The act of willful destruction of property belonging to the school, staff, or
students.
CONSEQUENCES
1st Incident: Immediate 5 days out of
school suspension with mandatory
parent conference to reinstate student.
Possible notification or referral to law
enforcement officials, depending on
severity.
2nd Incident: 10 days of out of school
suspension. Mandatory parent
conference to reinstate student.
3rd Incident: Immediate out of school
suspension for a longer term with
possible recommendation to
Superintendent for LONG TERM OR
EXPULSION.
1ST Incident: Immediate 3 days out of
school suspension. Mentor team will
meet with student. Student will be
notified of potential consequences
including restitution and or writing
letter of apology to victim. Will attend
in school counseling sessions on
character development.
2nd Incident: 5 days of out of school
suspension. Restitution and apology
letter.
Forgery: Falsely using, in writing, the name of another person, or falsifying times,
dates, grades, addresses or other data on school forms.
SAME AS ABOVE
Mischievous Pranks: Incidents such as those involving water balloons, firecrackers,
stink bombs, eggs, shaving cream, etc. and items that are considered safety risks and
could cause serious physical injury on campus or at any school related activity.
SAME AS ABOVE
Threats that in any manner abuse, intimidate in verbal or written form is directed at
any member of the student body and includes sexual harassment.
SAME AS ABOVE
Off Campus Disturbance: Involvement in a disturbance at another campus during
time designated as school time.
SAME AS ABOVE
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MAJOR INFRACTIONS
WHAT WILL HAPPEN
Arson: The willful and malicious burning of or attempt to burn, any part of
any building or any property belonging to the school district.
Assault on a staff member or student making an apparently violent attempt or
a offer with force or violence to harm a staff member without the actual
carrying out of the act (threaten)
st
1 Incident: Principal will notify
school security, parents and the
Superintendent. Immediate 5 days out
of school suspension pending mentor
team meeting to discuss allegations,
evidence, and witnesses and student’s
rebuttle to charges. A contract will be
developed for student to continue in
school. Student to attend character
development counseling sessions.
2nd Incident: Principal will notify
parents and possible recommendation
to the Superintendent for long term
suspension or expulsion.
1st incident: Immediate 5 days out of
school suspension pending review and
possible criminal charges against
student.
Law enforcement officials will be
contacted.
Extortion: The act of borrowing or attempting to borrow any money or things
of value from a person in school unless both parties enter into the agreement
freely and without the presence of implied or expressed threat.
SAME AS ABOVE
False Alarm: The act of initiating a fire alarm or initiating a false report of a
fire, bomb, or other catastrophe.
SAME AS ABOVE
Assault and Battery: Physically attacking another student or staff member on
school property, going to or from school, or at any school sponsored activity
on or away from campus before, during, or after regular school hours.
SAME AS ABOVE
Possession of a dangerous weapon, which means anything designed for lethal
use, or any instrument used in a lethal manner (includes firearms). See title
17-208(6) Navajo Nation Law and Order Code.
SAME AS ABOVE
Vandalism and/or Burglary (more than $200)
SAME AS ABOVE with restitution for
items taken and damage to school and
school property.
Possession of drug paraphernalia for the use of illegal substances: rolling
papers, pipes, roach clips, coke spoons, and other items of this nature are
strictly forbidden on campus or at any school related activity.
SAME AS ABOVE (charges of illegal
possession and use if 18+ yrs.)
Use or possession of illegal substance as defined in ARS 13-3401 including,
but not limited to alcohol, marijuana and inhalants.
SAME AS ABOVE
Distribution and Sale: Confiscation of any prohibited substances on campus or
any school-related activity.
SAME AS ABOVE
NOTE: It should be understood that the attached list of offenses present only some problem areas with which the
school is concerned. Some of these areas are also violations of state law. For minor offenses, school officials may
need to notify appropriate police authorities. For serious offenses, school officials are required to notify appropriate
police authorities. This list is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Principal will deal with areas not specifically
identified, as it becomes necessary.
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DEFINITIONS
Arson: Intentional burning of property. Tampering with the fire alarm system and bomb threats is included in this
definition.
Defiance/Insubordination: Refusal to comply with a reasonable request made by a staff member, or refusal to obey
school and classroom rules.
Disorderly Conduct/Profanity/Obscenity: Conduct behavior and/or language, which is disruptive to the orderly and
acceptable education procedure of the school.
Distribution/Sale: To arrange for the transmission or to transmit, whether or not for monetary consideration, drugs or
paraphernalia.
Drug Abuse: The use of illicit drugs, the use of alcohol and the use of illegal medications without formal supervision of a
physician.
Drug Paraphernalia: All equipment, products and materials of any kind, which are used, intended for use or designed for
use in introducing a drug into the human body (further defined in ARS Section 13-3415.)
Drugs: Any dangerous drug as defined in ARS 13-3401, including, but not limited to, tobacco, alcohol, marijuana and
inhalants.
Due Process: Regarding the student/employee, three basic factors must be present: 1) the individual must have proper
notice that he/she is about to be deprived of life, liberty, or property right. 2) He/she must be given an opportunity to be
heard. 3) The hearing must be conducted fairly.
Fighting/Assaulting: Threatening or physically attacking another person for the purpose of inflicting harm or injury.
Hate or Bias Crime: An offense against a person(s) or property motivated by hate or bias against a victim based on race,
ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, or sexual orientation. Examples: threatening phone calls, destroying personal
property, hate mail, intimidation, vandalism, racial epithets or graffiti.
Hazing: Any intentional, knowing or reckless act, committed by a student, whether individually or in concert with other
persons, against another student and in which of the following apply:
1. The act was committed in connection with an initiation into an organization or rite of passage into an
organization that is affiliated with an educational institution. (TCAS)
2. The act contributes to a substantial risk of potential physical injury, mental harm or degradation, or
causes physical injury, mental harm or personal degradation
Interrogations: The district has legal custody of students during the school day and during approved curricular activities.
It is the responsibility of the school administration to make an effort to act on behalf of parents/guardians in their absence
with respect to interrogations by law enforcement officials. A parent may be present and a school administrator or designee
shall be present during these interrogations, except when interviews are conducted by as child protective services worker
pursuant or ARS 2-224 (B) and 8.546.01 (C)(2). When a student is taken into custody/arrested, the arresting officer will be
asked to complete and sign a “form for signature of Arresting Officer.” School personnel shall make every reasonable
effort to make sure parents have been notified that a child has been taken into custody. District personnel shall cooperate
fully with policy. When the arrest is formally made, the District and its employees no longer exercise jurisdiction over the
student.
Non Medical Use of Drugs: The taking of any drug in any form, by any person, for purposes other than the prevention,
treatment or cure of an illness or disabling condition for which the drug is designed. Includes being under the influence of
drugs, even if the drugs were taken off school property.
Out-of-School Suspension: Denial of attendance to all scheduled classes and at any other type of activity conducted by or
on behalf of the school district for a stated period of time.
Possession: Ownership of, to have or to hold a usable amount of a drug.
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Reasonable Grounds: The standard for a search on school property or at school sponsored activities off school property
and based on the school official’s specific reasonable inferences, which he/she is entitled to draw from the facts. Specific
reasonable inferences may be drawn from instances such as a tip from a reliable student, suspicious behavior which
suggests that drugs are present or a smell indicating the presence of drugs. Reasonable grounds are not established based
on a mere hunch.
Searches: the administration has the right to search and seize property, including school property temporarily assigned to
students, when there is reason to believe that material or matter detrimental to health, safety, and welfare of the student(s)
exists. Items provided by the District for storage (e.g. lockers, desks) or personal items are provided as a convenience to
the student but remain the property of the school and are subject to its control and supervision. (Students have no
reasonable expectancy of privacy, and lockers, desks, storage areas, etc., may be inspected at any time with or without
reason, or with or without notice, by school personnel).
Student Tobacco Possession & Use: As a District that supports drug free schools and community mandates, our policy
must reflect the fact that underage use of tobacco and tobacco products is illegal. The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that
the Constitutional rights of students are not automatically coexistent with the rights of adults in other settings.
Theft: Taking or concealing property that belongs to others.
Under the Influence: When a person’s actions (including reflexes and/or speech) are in the slightest degree affected by the
use of a drug.
Unexcused Absences & Ditching: Any absence, which has not been excused by a parent or legal guardian and approved
by appropriate school officials. Leaving campus without permission during the day is a violation of the closed campus
rules.
Vandalism: Destroying or mutilating objects or materials belonging to the district, district personnel or other persons.
Weapon: Any item that under the circumstances in which it is used or threatened to be used, is capable of causing physical
injury or death.
ARS 15-507 makes it illegal to insult, abuse or assault a teacher or other school
employees while they are engaged in the execution of any official duties. Penalty for
violation of these laws could range from a $500 fine and/or imprisonment. For
offenses in this area, school officials are required to notify police authorities.
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