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Menahga High School “Braves” & “Warriors” 2013-2014 Student & Parent/Guardian Rights & Responsibilities Handbook 2013-14 Updated June 2014 Menahga Public School 821 216 Aspen Ave SE PO Box 160 Menahga, MN 56464 218-564-4141 fax 218-564-5401 www.menahga.k12.mn.us Table of Contents Absences .................................................................. 11 Academic Advising Services .................................... 10 Academic Dishonesty ............................................... 17 Academic Eligibility ................................................ 14 Accident Insurance .................................................. 10 Activity Eligibility ...............................................14-15 Administration ........................................................... 5 Alcohol/Tobacco/Chemicals .................................... 10 Alcohol/Chemicals, Possession, Use, Under the Influence .................................................................. 17 Announcements ........................................................ 10 Assemblies ............................................................... 10 Attendance ..........................................................10-11 Background Check Procedures………………………12 Beverage/Vending Machines ................................... 12 Bicycles .................................................................... 12 Board of Education .................................................... 5 Bulletin .................................................................... 12 Bullying and Harassment ........................................ 19 Calendar .................................................................... 9 Cell Phone Use and Other Electronic Devices ...12-13 Change of Information............................................. 13 Chemical Possesesion with Intent to sell ................. 17 Class Periods ........................................................... 13 Classroom Detention ............................................... 19 Co-Curricular and Extracurricular Activities, Athletic, Fine Arts .................................................... 14 College, Technical College and Military Visits ....... 15 Communicable Disease ......................................15-16 Complaint of Services .............................................. 16 Data Privacy and Directory Information ................ 16 Disciplinary Consequences ................................17-18 Discipline Policy...................................................... 19 Dress Code .........................................................20-21 Dropping Courses/Schedule Changes ..................... 21 Emergency/Evacuation Procedures ......................... 21 Event Rules .............................................................. 21 Excused Absences .................................................... 11 Field Trips ............................................................... 21 Food Services .....................................................21-22 Fund Raisers ............................................................ 22 Grading, Failing, Retention ..................................... 22 Graduation Exercises .............................................. 22 Graduation Requirements/Standards ...................... 22 Gross Insubordination/Disruptive ........................... 17 Hall Passes .............................................................. 23 Hazing ..................................................................... 23 Health Record .......................................................... 23 Health Services ........................................................ 23 High School Staff ....................................................... 6 Homebound Instruction ........................................... 23 Honor Rolls……………………………………………..23 Honor Students ...................................................23-24 Immunizations.......................................................... 24 Inappropriate Displays of Affection ........................ 17 Inappropriate Dress/Behavior at Events ................. 17 Inappropriate Language Directed at Staff............... 17 Instant Alert ............................................................. 26 Internet .................................................................... 24 iPad Agreements .................................................32-37 Lice Policy ............................................................... 16 Make Up Work ......................................................... 24 2 Media Center ........................................................... 24 Medication ............................................................... 24 Menahga High School Success Plan ....................... 20 Minnesota State High School League Rules ............ 15 Mission Statement ..................................................... .5 Money, Valuables and Personal Property ............... 24 On-line Learning ..................................................... 24 Open Campus/Noon Hour Privileges ...................... 25 Out of School Suspension ........................................ 20 Parent/Teacher Conferences ................................... 25 Parking/Driving ....................................................... 25 Passes for Leaving School ....................................... 25 Personal Possessions, and Persons ......................... 28 Pledge of Allegiance ................................................ 26 Possible Consequences for Violations ................17-18 Posters/Flyers .......................................................... 26 Principal’s Letter ....................................................... 4 Racial/Religious/Sexual Harassment & Violence .... 18 Report Cards/Progress Reports ............................... 26 School Closure ........................................................ 26 School Hours ........................................................... 27 School Pictures ........................................................ 27 School Responsibility and Authority .......................... 5 School Song ............................................................. 27 School Telephone Directory & Extensions .............7-8 Screening ................................................................. 27 Search of Student Lockers, Desks, Personal Possessions, & Persons ........................................... 27 Self Defense/Retaliation .......................................... 18 Skin Infections and Contagious Disease ................. 16 Social Events and Dances ........................................ 27 Student Investigation .............................................. 28 Student Records ....................................................... 28 Student/Parent Directory – Opt out option.............. 28 Students Maintaining Passing Grades………….......15 Summer School – Credit Recovery ......................... 28 Supervision of Students ........................................... 28 Support Services (504)........................................ .... 29 Suspension Pending Expulsion or Exclusion ........... 20 Tardiness ................................................................. 11 Telephone Calls and Use ......................................... 29 Test-Out Policy ........................................................ 30 Title IX/Human Rights Officer ................................. 30 Tobacco Products .................................................... 18 Transportation (Bus & Late Bus) ............................ 29 Truancy ...............................................................11-12 Unexcused Absences ................................................ 12 Verbal Harassment/Threats (Student to Student) .... 18 Violence (Physical or Aggravated Assault .............. 19 Violence ................................................................... 18 Visitors ..................................................................... 30 Volunteers ................................................................ 30 Weapons .............................................................30-31 Weapons/Look alike Weapons, Possession .............. 31 Withdrawal Procedures ........................................... 31 Yearbook/Memorial…………………………………..31 3 Menahga High School 2013-14 School Year Dear Students and Parents/Guardians, I would like to welcome you to the 2013-14 School year at Menahga High School. I am excited about the upcoming year and I am looking forward to the opportunities that lie before us. We are accomplishing great things at MHS! As I prepare for another year at Menahga High School, I will work to continue the great educational strategies that are all ready in place within our High School. It is my goal to not only support these strategies but also to continually encourage our students and staff to challenge them to do even better things in 2013 - 14. As our Professional Learning Communities (PLC) move forward, we will be able to better address the needs and concerns of our students and staff. This handbook is presented to provide both parents and students information they need to become familiar with the expectations of MHS. We expect great things from our students, both academically and behaviorally. This handbook is a useful guide for our families. Not all circumstances that arise throughout the year will be in this document; therefore, students are subject to the district rules, regulations, policies and expectations as well as the interpretation of school district officials. The goal of Menahga High School is help maximize each student’s potential. We hope that you take full advantage of the educational opportunities that Menahga High School offers you in the upcoming school year. I look forward to this new school year and am thankful for the opportunity to work for the Menahga Public School District! I will work hard to have my office door open as much as possible. Please stop by and see me if you have any questions or concerns. You can also email me a dstifter@menahga.k12.mn.us or call me at (218) 564-4141 ext. 321. Thank you and let us have a great school year! Mr. Dan Stifter MHS Principal 4 MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Menahga Public School District 821 is to provide opportunities for all students to become active lifelong learners with the necessary competencies, skills, understandings, and values to contribute to and succeed in a changing society. This handbook and its contents were approved by the Menahga School Board of Education at the August 2012 meeting. The handbook may be changed or amended anytime during the school year. Changes will be posted in the office of the principal. If you have any questions about a provision, contact the principal. All students at Menahga Public School will receive handbooks when they begin attending school each year. Students do not need to sign a sheet of receipt. SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY All employees and students of Menahga High School have the responsibility to enforce school policies and regulations. The principal, teachers, secretary, nurse, librarian, cooks, bus drivers, student supervisors, paraprofessionals, and fellow students have the right and responsibility to correct those who violate school rules. BOARD OF EDUCATION Chair Vice-Chair Clerk Treasurer Director Director Ernest Huhta Durwin Tomperi Brad Goehrig Curtis Hasbargen Al Peterson Jon Kangas ADMINISTRATION Superintendent Secondary Principal Elementary Principal Activities Director Mrs. Mary Klamm Mr. Dan Stifter Mrs. Ariana Wright Mr. Brian Johnson 5 HIGH SCHOOL STAFF You may contact high school staff via e-mail. Staff addresses are the initial of their first name followed by their last name @menahga.k12.mn.us Math Ron Honga Randy Thompson Tim Wurdock Academic Dean Brian Johnson Activities Director Brian Johnson Nurse Janet Mattson Collen Niska Agriculture Maria Funk Paraprofessionals Deb Aho Judy Baso Julie Schilling Tracee Lindquist Kristie Yliniemi Tara Weaver Art Dawn Rossbach Business Kali Mitteness English Bruce Bolton Jennifer Farnam Randy Thompson Stephanie Hansen Physical Education Adaptive Physical Education Jeremy Nordick Isaiah Hahn Read 180 Joy Rippentrop Family & Consumer Science Norma Dissmore Science Joy Rippentrop Steven Schreiber Jlayne Torma Foreign Language Kim Kratzke Health Aide Colleen Niska Social Studies Stephanie Kramer Kami Johnson Stephanie Hansen High School Secretary Judy Peterson Industrial Technology Jeremy Rach Instrumental Music Beth Holzhueter Special Education Mary Hansen Kristi Lundsten Marcia Schwanke Brad Schultz Interventionist Jennifer Berg Vocal Music Jason Wright 6 School Phone Directory & Extensions – 218-564-4141 Elementary Office is Ext 1 High School Office is Ext 2 District Office is Ext 3 Bus Garage Ext 4 Alphabetical Directory Ext 5 Special Announcements Ext 6 ECFE Ext 512 EL Targeted Services Room Ext 502 HS Targeted Services Ext 380 or 321 Health Office Ext 490 Kitchen Ext 467 Activities Director/Academic Dean Ext 312 Technology Coordinator Ext 381 Title I Ext 483, 516 Headstart/ECSE Ext 508 Buildings & Grounds Ext 379 Community Ed Ext 3 To leave voicemail for these people, use the following extension numbers: see next page 7 MENAHGA PUBLIC SCHOOL PHONE EXTENSIONS 2012-13 403 Aakre Spec Ed 479 Lake Grade 6 502 Allebach, P Grade 1 484 Lehrke Grade 5 491 Anderson EL Sec 330 Lenzen Dist Sec 467 Arvola Kitchen 381 Lindquist Tech Coor 486 Augustinack Grade 5 483 Livingston Reading Corps 499 Bankers Spec Ed 300 Lundsten Spec Ed 373 Berg Govt/Intrven 473 Maaninga Grade 3 480 Besonen Grade 4 516 Madsen Title I 375 Bolton English 323 Mailbox, HS 506 Brockpahler Grade Kd 450 Mailbox, EL 503 Brown Grade Kd 333 Mattson Acct Pay/Payroll 477 Christofferson-Weston Grade 4 380 Media Center, HS Baso 482 Cleveland, A Grade 6 509 Media Center, EL D.Schilling 516 Cleveland, C Title I 311 Mitteness Bus Ed 485 Computer Lab, New EL 487 Nelson Grade 5 476 Computer Lab, Old EL 498 Nordick PE/Health 311 Computer Lab, HS 496 Novak Grade 1 360 Computer Lab, Design Lab 355 Oestreich Ind Tech 312 Computer Lab, Online Lab 331 Olson Bus Mgr 325 Conf Room, HS 516 Pearson Title I 483 Conf Room, EL 505 Peterson, E Grade Kd 310 Dissmore FACS 320 Peterson, J HS Sec 379 Dormanen Bldg&Grnd 518 Rippentrop Read 180/Env Sci 372 Esala Grade 6 340 Rossbach Art 313 Farnam English 481 Schmidt EL Music 478 Frank Grade 4 489 Schram Grade 2 322 HS Flex Room 468 Schreiber Science 317 Hahn PE/DAPE 474 Schroeder Grade 3 510 Hamblin Title I 378 Schultz Spec Ed 305 Hansen Spec Ed 376 Schwanke Spec Ed 508 Headstart/ECSE Headstart 384 Staff lounge, HS 490 Health Office Health Off 501 Staff lounge, EL 485 Hobson Technology 321 Stifter HS Princ 390 Holzhueter Instrumental 370 Thompson Math/Eng 511 Holzworth Speech 469 Torma Science 371 Honga Math 495 Towers Grade 1 494 Jettmann Grade 2 512 Vry ECFE/School 8 Readiness 312 Johnson, B AD, AD,Test Coord 504 Walvatne Grade Kd 316 Johnson, K Geog/Civics 492 Weyer Grade 2 400 Keranen Spec Ed 488 White, B PE 332 Klamm Supt 475 White, K Grade 3 472 Klettenberg Grade 3 401 Wright, A Elem Princ 493 Koch Grade 2 391 Wright, J Choir 374 Kramer History 314 Wurdock Math 315 Kratzke Foreign Lnge 351 Yliniemi, K Public Relations 350 New Ag Person 700 BUS GARAGE 564-4690 8/20/2012 CALENDAR 2012-2013 August 21 – New Staff Orientation August 29 – Staff Development August 30 – Staff Development August 30 – Open house (4:00-5:30) – 7th Grade orientation 5:30 September 3 – No School September 4 – First Day of School September 27 – Early Dismissal/Staff Development: Students dismiss at 12:10 October 3 – Midterm 1st Quarter October 8 through 12 – Homecoming Week October 15 – No School – Staff Development in AM/Parent Teacher Conferences 12:30-7:30 p.m. October 18 – No School October 19 – No School November 2 – End of 1st Quarter November 5 – Staff Development: No School November 22 – No School November 23 – No School December 5 – Midterm 2nd Quarter December 24 through December 31 – No School January 1 – No School January 2 – School Resumes January 21 – Staff Development: No School January 18 – End of 2nd Quarter February 15 – No School February 18 – No School February 20 – Midterm 3rd Quarter February 21 – No School – Staff Development in AM/Parent Teacher Conferences 12:30-7:30 p.m. March 14 – Early Dismissal/Staff Development: Students dismiss at 12:10 March 22 – End of 3rd Quarter March 29 – No school April 1 – No School April 24 – Midterm 4th Quarter May 22 – Senior Class Last Day 9 May 24 – Graduation at 7:00pm May 27 – No school May 29 – End of 4th Quarter, Last Day of School: Students dismiss at 12:10 May 30 – Teacher Workshop (Snow Day #1) May 31 – (Snow Day #2) ACADEMIC ADVISING SERVICES Menahga Secondary School has a part time academic advisor who will consult with students about academic goals and scheduling. For more information, please contact the office. ACCIDENT INSURANCE The district does not carry insurance on students on an individual basis. Parents/guardians have the opportunity to purchase an individual insurance policy at group rates. This insurance is strictly voluntary. Information will be sent home to you on the first week of school. ALCOHOL/TOBACCO/CHEMICALS It is the responsibility of the staff and administration of School District 821 to maintain an atmosphere that will promote quality learning and to provide an effective response system to conditions that threaten that atmosphere. The misuse of any mood-altering chemical constitutes a hazard to the learning environment and the positive development of all students. Chemical dependency is a treatable illness; early identification and intervention is conducive to successful treatment. The harmfully involved and chemically dependent student cannot always help himself or herself. Opportunity for assistance shall be provided to students and their families in obtaining appropriate services. If treatment becomes necessary outside the school setting, every effort must be exerted to affect a successful continuation in re-entry into the school system. ***For more information about the districts chemical use policy, please see 417m in the district policy book.*** Alcohol – refers to the possession, use or being under the influence of any alcoholic product while on the school grounds or at school sponsored activities. Tobacco – refers to any type of tobacco product, chewing, holding a lighted tobacco product, or exhaling of smoke from the mouth or nose on school property or at a school sponsored event by all students. Chemicals – The Board of Education of Independent School District 821 endorses a chemical policy and a set of procedures predicated upon the following beliefs: A positive relationship exists between successful school experiences and sound physical, mental, social and emotional health. ANNOUNCEMENTS Daily announcements will be read at the beginning of second hour classes. ASSEMBLIES 10 Assemblies are held for the benefit of students, and therefore, require full participation of all students. Students contribute to the success of assembly programs by: Being on time and taking assigned seats promptly. Showing appreciation and consideration by being attentive. Applauding with vigor and pep, not with prolonged applause, whistling, stomping, booing, or other rowdy behavior. ATTENDANCE Minnesota Statute 120A.22 requires every student between ages of seven and sixteen receive an education. Students are required to attend all assigned classes and/or study hall every day school is in session, unless the student has completed the studies ordinarily required and has elected not to enroll or has a valid excuse for absence. Attendance will be taken every class period. Unexcused absences are cumulative throughout the school year. Every time a student is absent for any period of time, the school may attempt to notify the parents on the day the absence occurs, if the parent has not called or sent a note. The administration may waive the policy in cases of long-term illness or other instances beyond the student’s control. Students who are not in attendance during the entire school day will not be allowed to participate in the sporting event or activity on that day. This includes practice or event, whichever takes place that day. The building principal may consider extenuating circumstances beyond the control of the student or parent/guardian in advance. ABSENCES Parents/guardians should notify the school 8:30 a.m. if the student is going to be absent. If a student knows they will not be in school for a period, they are to bring a note, preferably written in ink, signed and dated by the parent/guardian. For all absences, make up slips are required before a student is readmitted to class. Students will have one week to resolve absences after returning to school. Absences not resolved will remain unexcused. When a student leaves the building during the school day, they must sign out in the office. If a student leaves without following these procedures, they may be subject to detention, suspension, and/or unexcused absences from class for leaving the building without permission. EXCUSED ABSENCES The administration will determine the legitimacy of all absences. The student has the right and obligation to make up any work missed for full credit. Excused absences are issued for illness, injury, medical, dental appointments, funerals, required church attendance, work done directly for and/or with parents, family emergencies and cases where there is agreement between home, school and student as to the purpose and validity of the absences, and prior approval through the office. After 5 excused absences in one quarter, a doctor's note validating an injury or illness may be required. Students with excessive absences may be referred to the Wadena County Citizens Concerned for Youth program (CCY TARDINESS A student will be considered tardy if he or she is not in the classroom when the bell rings. Students with an unexcused tardy for more than five minutes will be considered absent for the period. Students with a valid excuse for being tardy must obtain a pass from the staff member who has detained the student. Students who present a pass to their teacher will not be considered tardy. At the discretion of the administration, students who are habitually late will be also be counted tardy. Tardies: Students tardy at the start of school must report to the school office for an admission slip. Tardiness between periods will be handled by the teacher. Consequences for unexcused tardies: 11 1st Tardy – Warning 2nd Tardy – Student is put on a “No Pass List.” The list will be updated daily. The “No Pass List” count will start over the beginning of each quarter. Students who have 5 or more tardies will report to noon hour detention for up to five days. They will be put back on noon hour detention if another tardy occurs. TRUANCY A student absent without the consent of his/her parent/guardian is truant. This is an unexcused absence and the student will be subject to the High School Success Plan. Truancy will be cause for disciplinary action. You are truant if you: Leave school without signing out; Are absent from school without permission from your parent; Are absent from class without permission; Obtain a pass to go to a certain place and do not report there; Become ill and go home or stay in the rest room instead of reporting to office; Go home for lunch without permission After three to seven truancies a letter will be sent to parent. Under Minnesota Law, students with seven or more unexcused absences qualify as truant and parents/guardians are required to meet to develop a Truancy Plan as a final attempt to compel the student to attend school. A report to CCY may be made. If the Truancy Plan is not followed and the student continues to have unexcused absences, the matter will be referred to the County Attorney's Office. A Special Note to 18 Year Old and Older Students – "Notwithstanding the provisions of any law to the contrary, the conduct of all students under 21 years of age attending a public secondary school shall be governed by a single set of reasonable rules and regulations promulgated by the local Board of Education." Minnesota Statutes Chapter 529, 120.06. Legally you are now an adult, which provides you with some new freedoms, but also demands that you fulfill the responsibility of following the rules and regulations of the school. Menahga Public School does not recognize the fact that 18 year olds can write their own notes to be excused from school. These notes must be signed by a parent or legal guardian. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES Unexcused absences are all absences which can be avoided or delayed, and for which prior arrangements and approval have not been made through the principal’s office. These absences indicate that the student is absent from school with or without the consent of a parent, but the excuse given is not acceptable to the school administration. Unexcused absences or truancy will receive no daily credit for work missed. Students may be referred to CCY if the number of unexcused absences exceeds a total of 5 during the year. BACKROUND CHECK PROCEDURES In compliance with Minnesota Statute 123B.03, Subd.l (e) we are required to notify parents and/or guardians at the beginning of each school year of our hiring authority’s policy requiring a criminal history background check on employees and other individuals who provide services to the school. BEVERAGE/VENDING MACHINES Beverages in bottles are permissible in the hallways as long as they do not cause a problem. 12 Beverages in cans are not allowed. BICYCLES Students may ride bikes to school; however, they are not allowed to ride the bike on the school grounds during the school day. The school will not be responsible for their security and recommend that they be parked in the bike racks and locked. BULLETIN A student and staff bulletin will be issued each morning listing absences, announcements and activities for the day/week. Announcements should be submitted to the secretary by 8:00 a.m. to be in the daily bulletin/announcements. CELL PHONE USE AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES Cell phones or other electronic devices such as iPods are not to be turned on or be visible during the school hours (8:20-3:10); it will be confiscated and turned in to the office. If a cell phone is seen or heard before or during class time, it will be confiscated and turned into the office. A parent will be required to pick the cell phone up after school hours that day or any day thereafter. Parents are asked to cooperate with the school in this matter and not text their child during class time. Students can use their cell phones during their lunch period only. If a student needs to make a call in an emergency, they need to report to the office to request permission. The school principal has the right to regulate electronic device usage. Menahga Secondary School prohibits any member of the school to use electronic devices (including cell phones) to take a picture of a staff member or student for the purpose of displaying it on the internet or in any other public place without the permission of the person photographed. The school reserves the right to suspend, in some cases expel. The student who took the picture or who is in control of the picture. CHANGE OF INFORMATION Parents are asked to keep the school office informed of changes in address, telephone numbers, and emergency information. This is extremely important so that we are able to contact parents in case of illness or an emergency. CLASS PERIODS Regular Day 1st Period – 8:20 – 9:10 2nd Period – 9:14 – 10:06 3rd Period – 10:10 – 11:00 4th Period – 11:04-11:56 Lunch –(grades 7-12)11:56 – 12:28 5th Period – 12:32 – 1:22 6th Period – 1:26 – 2:16 7th Period –2:20 – 3:11 2-hour late start 1 Period – 10:20-10:58 2nd Period – 11:02-11:35 3rd Period – 11:39-12:12 Lunch - 12:12 -12:42 (grades 7-12) 4th Period – 12:46-1:19 5th Period – 1:23-1:56 6th Period – 2:00-2:33 7th Period – 2:37-3:11 st 12:10 Dismissal 1st Period – 8:20 – 8:45 2nd Period – 8:49 – 9:16 3rd period - 9:20 – 9:45 4th period - 9:49 – 10:14 1:00 Dismissal Period 1- 8:20 – 8:57 Period 2 – 9:01 – 9:33 Period 3 – 9:37 – 10:09 Period 4 – 10:13 – 10:45 13 5th period - 10:18 – 10:45 6th period - 10:49 – 11:15 7th Period - 11:19 – 11:45 Lunch (grades 7 – 12) - 11:49 – 12:10 Period 5- 10:49 – 11:21 Period 6- 11:25 – 11:56 Lunch- 11:56 – 12:26 Period 7 - 12:28 – 1:00 CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Athletics and Fine Arts activities are sponsored by the Minnesota State High School League and require participants to have a signed Parent Permit Slip on file in the school. All athletic activities require an updated Physical Examination on file in school. Physical exams are required every three (3) years. ATHLETIC Fall Cross Country - Boys & Girls Football Volleyball Cheerleading Winter Basketball - Boys & Girls Gymnastics Hockey - Boys & Girls Cheerleading Wrestling Spring Baseball Softball Track - Boys & Girls Golf - Boys & Girl M-Club Math League Student Council Robotics History Club FCCLA FFA FINE ARTS Speech Drama Band Choir ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES Prom Committee Knowledge Bowl National Honor Society BPA ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY All students are responsible for class work in all classes. An Ineligibility List will be published every other Monday afternoon listing students who are failing one or more courses. If a student is placed on the list, he /she will have one week from the time of being informed to earn their way off the list by pursuing their academics over their activity. If the participant chooses not to do the required academic 14 studies to earn their way off, then he/she will become ineligible to participate in any extra-curricular activities and will not be allowed to participate until the coach receives a signed statement from the classroom instructor stating that the student is once again in good standing. The MHS/UNC coaching staff will be responsible for keeping updates on their participants’ progress and making sure that an academically ineligible participant does NOT participate. If a student is failing one or more courses at the end of the quarter or semester, he/she will not be able to participate in any public appearance or competition for the next two weeks, beginning with the day the ineligibility list is first printed. Any performances that occur during this time will be lost. The number of performances/contests missed during this period shall not exceed two. If no contests or performances are scheduled, no penalty will be applied. Students are expected to attend all practices during this time period. If an illegibility occurs at the end of the school year, it will not carry over to the fall of the following year. ACTIVITY ELIGIBILITY In order to participate in Menahga High School's co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, students must meet the following guidelines: Present a current physical (athletes only); Be under 20 years of age; Must meet Minnesota High School League Eligibility Guidelines; Carry the required number of credits for graduation; Be in regular attendance, having enrolled at least two weeks before being in a game; Must be in class a full day to participate in any co-curricular activity (practice or event); Students and parents/guardians sign eligibility agreement. MINNESOTA STATE HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE RULES Students who violate Minnesota State High School League rules will be given consequences accordingly: First Violation 4 weeks or 4 events – whichever is greater including the following requirements: a. Complete alcohol/drug counseling with a academic advisor b. Complete report on drug use c. Apology to team and coach Second Violation 8 weeks or 8 events – whichever is greater including the following requirements: a. Complete alcohol/drug counseling with a academic advisor b. Complete report on drug use c. Apology to team and coach Third Violation 10 weeks or 12 events whichever is greater including the following requirements: a. Complete alcohol/drug counseling with a academic advisor b. Complete report on drug use c. Apology to team and coach Penalties listed above are consequences for breaking MSHSL rules in season as well as out of season violations. Violations will carry into the activity participant’s next season (Examples: A football violation would carry into wrestling or basketball) if the penalty had not been fully served during the 15 season the violation occurred. Violations that occur out of the season will serve the same penalty as in season violations. STUDENTS MAINTAINING A PASSING GRADE Students in Grades 7-12 will be required to pass all required courses. A student failing a class will be scheduled into the next grade at the end of the year, but must repeat any required classes before credit is given. Students must pass a required course before they can take the next level in that area. In order to receive credit for a class, a student’s overall average must be 70% or higher. COLLEGE, TECHNICAL COLLEGE AND MILITARY VISITS All students must obtain a make-up slip from the office prior to leaving to visit with an institutional representative during the school day. Juniors and Seniors are allowed two days to visit a college, technical college or military during school days. COMMUNICABLE DISEASE Every member of a community shares the responsibility for the control of communicable disease. This includes parents/guardians and students as well as school personnel and physicians. Early symptoms of many diseases resemble symptoms of a cold. They include: sore throat, runny nose, headache, nausea & vomiting, skin eruptions, fever, watering of eyes, cough, and reddened eyes. It is usually advisable to keep students at home who have symptoms of fever, cough, or rash and keep under close observation as a precaution against later complications. If a specific disease develops, the school should be notified. Other children in the family may attend school in most situations if approved by the family physician, but should be watched closely and kept home as soon as any symptoms appear. SKIN INFECTIONS AND OTHER CONTAGIOUS DISEASES Common skin infections include: ringworm, impetigo, and scabies, pink eye, etc. A physician should see any skin eruption that is slow to heal or appears to be spreading. School attendance depends largely upon how well the condition responds to treatment. The school may require a doctor’s written permission for a student to be in school with a skin condition. Skin rashes or other health problems, which may be contagious, are handled in the following manner. The parent/guardian will be called and an explanation given as to what is suspected. Parents/guardians will be asked to take the student home and consult a physician to determine whether or not the student can be in school or if the rash is contagious. Ringworm may be treated with medication obtained at a drugstore. Guidelines for return to school will be discussed with parent/guardian. LICE POLICY If untreated nits or live lice are detected on a student the parent will be notified. School Health Policies are available in the office upon request. Additional health information related to lice is available on-line at: http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/schools.html 16 COMPLAINT OF SERVICES Constructive criticism can be helpful to the district. At the same time, the Board of Education has confidence in its staff and programs and shall act to protect them from unwarranted criticism or disruptive interference. The procedure is intended to resolve concerns of the citizens, parents/guardians, and students of Menahga School District. Most problems can be resolved by an informal meeting between the citizen and the staff member. If the problem cannot be resolved at that level, it can be appealed through administrative channels to the School Board if necessary. Written complaints must be filed within ten working days from the date of the incident. Please contact the office for more information on the district's complaint of services policy and to obtain a complaint of services form. DATA PRIVACY AND DIRECTORY INFORMATION District 821 complies with federal and state laws governing the release of student record information. These laws require the District to release “directory information”. Directory information includes the students name, parent/guardian’s name, address, phone number, student’s date of birth, gender, grade level, participation in officially recognized activities, and height and weight of members of athletic teams. Directory information does not include individual grades, testing results, race, religion, or other personal facts. Menahga High School will maintain directory information relative to all students. This information is determined to be public. Parents/guardian or students age 18 and over may request in writing that directory information not be released by completing a District Request to Exclude Student Directory Information form anytime. Forms are available in the MHS Office. The Data Practices Act has been amended by the Minnesota Legislature and MHS is required to release names, addresses, and phone numbers of 11th and 12th grade students to military recruiting officers for the purpose of providing information to students about military career and educational opportunities unless parents refuse release of this information. DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES Academic Dishonesty The immediate consequence for academic dishonesty is a zero or, based on the judgment of the teacher, may be a re-take of the assignment or test with a percentage penalty assessed. Repeated violations of this policy can result in failure in the course for the semester or year. Alcohol or Chemicals, Possession, Use or Under the Influence Possessing Using or being under the influence of any narcotic or controlled substance where possession or use is prohibited by Minnesota or federal law. 1st Offense: Five (5) day suspension which may be reduced to three (3) day suspension with completion of Chemical/Violence Deterrence Program. The student will be referred to the Citizens Concerned for Youth Program.(CCY) A member of the Menahga Police Department may charge the student with possession of an illegal substance. 2nd Offense: Five (5) day suspension; during this time we will explore expulsion or alternative placement. A member of the Menahga Police Department may charge the student with possession of an illegal substance. 17 Chemicals, Possession With Intent to Distribute or Sell Participating in the selling or distributing, or intending to sell or distribute, any narcotic or controlled substance where sale or distribution is prohibited by Minnesota or federal law. 1st Offense: Expulsion Gross Insubordination, Disruptive or Disrespectful Behavior Students will be referred to the administration. The Principal will place the student in the Menahga High School Success Plan. Students will only be allowed to access the program three (3) times throughout the school year. On a fourth referral, the student will be suspended for five (5) days. This suspension may be reduced to three (3) days if the student and his/her parents/guardians attend a family outreach session with the Principal. A fifth referral will result in a five (5) day suspension at which time the Administration will explore the possibility of alternative placement. Inappropriate Dress and/or Behavior at Activities where Menahga is a Participant 1st offense: warning 2nd offense: Two (2) week suspension from Menahga activities. Any serious behavior resulting in a removal from a high school activity will result in a two (2) week suspension from Menahga school activities. Inappropriate Language Directed at a Staff Member Any student who uses inappropriate language towards a staff member will result in a one (1) day suspension from school. Inappropriate Public Displays of Affection 1st Offense: Verbal warning. 2nd Offense: Verbal warning with a parent contact for both parties involved. Any Subsequent Offenses: Menahga High School Success Plan. Possible Consequences for Sexual, Racial Religious, Harassment or Violence, Hazing, Alcohol/Tobacco/Chemical Use or Weapon Violations: Detention/Suspension/Expulsion; Parent/Guardian notification/conference; Notification of legal authorities. Racial, Religious, Sexual Harassment and Violence Participating in or conspiring with others to engage in acts that injure, degrade, intimidate or disgrace other individuals, including indecent exposure, and words or actions that negatively impact an individual or group based on their race, cultural or religious background, their sex or any disabilities they may have (refer to detailed policy in the Menahga School District policy manual.) The school district will act to investigate all complaints, either formal or informal, verbal or written. The school district will discipline any student or employee who violates this policy. Students are requested to complete a “Harassment Complaint Form” to provide documentation of any racial, religious or sexual harassment. These forms are available from the Administration. 1st Offense: Verbal warning with a written report filed. 18 2nd Offense: Four (4) day suspension which may be reduced to a two (2) day suspension with completion of Chemical/Violence Deterrence Program. 3rd Offense: Four (4) day suspension; during this time we will explore expulsion or alternative placement. Self-Defense/Retaliation Any self-defense or retaliation will be dealt with by the violence policy. Students are encouraged to remove themselves from the situation as quickly as possible and get help from a staff member. Tobacco Products Possessing or using tobacco and/or tobacco products in district buildings, on district grounds, in district vehicles or at district events. 1st Offense: One (1) day out-of-school suspension. A member of the Menahga Police Department will charge the student with possession of tobacco. 2nd Offense: Two (2) day out-of-school suspension, student will be charged with possession of tobacco. The student will be referred to the Citizens Concerned for Youth Program.(CCY) 3rd Offense: Three (3) day out-of-school suspension, student will be charged with possession of tobacco, during this time we will explore expulsion or alternative placement Verbal Harassment or Threats (Student-to-Student Harassment/Bullying) Threatening or harassing, directly or indirectly, with the intent of terrorizing or cause emotional distress to another person. 1st Offense: Verbal warning with a written report filed. 2nd Offense: Four (4) day suspension which may be reduced to two (2) day suspension with completion of Chemical/Violence Deterrence Program. 3rd Offense: Four (4) day suspension; during this time we will explore expulsion or alternative placement. Violence (Physical or Aggravated Assault) Acting with intent to cause fear in another person or immediate bodily harm, or intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm upon another person. 1st Offense: Five (5) day suspension which may be reduced to 3 day suspension with completion of Chemical/Violence Deterrence Program. 2nd Offense: Five (5) day suspension; during this time we will explore expulsion or alternative placement. DISCIPLINE POLICY In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 121A.61 Menahga High School has developed the following discipline policy. Our school discipline policy is built on the philosophy that the student is responsible for his/her behavior. A set of expectations for reasonable and safe behavior in the classroom, lunchroom, hallways, restrooms, etc. has been developed. These expectations are discussed in each classroom when school begins. These are the basic expectations of all students: Respect yourself, others and property; Be on time and be prepared; Contribute positively in class; Complete assignments. A student will be removed from class, an activity, etc. and may be assigned the Menahga High School Success Plan (MHSSP) /suspension when his/her behavior is interfering with the learning or 19 safety of others. Examples of behaviors that constitute a referral to MHSSP/suspension include but are not limited to: Physical display of aggression; Disrespect to others / property; Chemical (drug, tobacco, or alcohol) use; Theft; Harassment of others; Misuse of technology (web sites, chat rooms, email); Insubordination. BULLYING/HARASSMENT It is the goal of the secondary school to create a “refuge” for our students. Therefore, we will continue to work to create and maintain a bully free/harassment free environment through prevention and intervention. We will continue to educate students and staff on the meaning and effects of bullying/harassment. An act of bullying, by either an individual student or a group of students, is expressly prohibited on school district property or at school-related functions. This policy applies not only to students who directly engage in an act of bullying but also to students who, by their indirect behavior, condone or support another student’s act of bullying. This policy also applies to any student whose conduct at any time or in any place constitutes bullying that interferes with or obstructs the mission or operations of the school district or the safety or welfare of the student, other students, or employees. The misuse of technology including, but not limited to, teasing, intimidating, defaming, threatening, or terrorizing another student, teacher, administrator, volunteer, contractor, or other employee of the school district by sending or posting e-mail messages, instant messages, text messages, digital pictures or images, or website postings, including blogs, also may constitute an act of bullying regardless of whether such acts are committed on or off school district property and/or with or without the use of school district resources. Apparent permission or consent by a student being bullied does not lessen the prohibitions contained in this policy. The High School Staff has implemented an anti-bullying program. Please refer to the school district policy 514m for more details. CLASSROOM DETENTION Teachers reserve the right to require students to attend a classroom detention after school or after the student has eaten lunch during the lunch period for inappropriate behavior. The teacher will establish the date and time based on the type of inappropriate behavior displayed by the student. MENAHGA HIGH SCHOOL SUCCESS PLAN This program will be required for any student who is referred to the administration because of gross insubordination, disruptive or disrespectful behavior. The principal will place students in the Menahga High School Success Plan. Individuals will be shaping behaviors through intensive behavioral programming, targeting deficiencies in the areas of anger management, appropriate choice making, respect of self and others, and developing self-control through personal accountability. It is our intention to provide students a forum where they can take ownership in their negative choices and take accountability through a conversation with another student or staff member in which they have an issue. Students will leave the Menahga High School Success meeting with a plan to take accountability for their action(s). Some students may also receive a Letter of Expectation to help them 20 formally understand what is expected of them at Menahga High School. OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION The existence of an In-School Behavior Program does not eliminate the possibility of suspension as a disciplinary measure. Suspension may be a penalty imposed after a student has been placed in the Menahga High School Success Plan for repeated offenses. Repeated or severe violations of school policy; conduct which poses a threat to the safety of pupil, personnel, or school property; or noncompliance with Menahga High School Success Plan regulations may all be reasons for suspension from regular school attendance. Grounds and procedure for suspension will be determined by the principal and will be conducted in accordance with the Minnesota Pupil Fail Dismissal Act (M.S. 127.26 - 127.39). The district shall make reasonable efforts to notify the parents of the suspension by telephone as soon as possible following suspension. In the event a student is suspended without an informal administrative conference on the grounds that the student will create an immediate and substantial danger to surrounding persons or property, the written notice shall be served upon the student and the student’s parent/guardian within 48 hours of the suspension. Written notice will include grounds for suspension, a brief statement of the facts, a description of the testimony, a readmission plan and a copy of Minnesota Pupil Fail Dismissal Act (M.S. 127.26 - 127.39). Service by mail is complete upon mailing. SUSPENSION PENDING EXPULSION OR EXCLUSION Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivisions 1 and 3, the pupil may be suspended pending the school board’s decision in the expulsion or exclusion hearing; provided that alternative educational services are implemented to the extend that suspension exceeds five days. The principal will assemble an appeals board if he/she deems necessary. Students who are concerned about a specific disciplinary action or student conduct violation may consult with their parents, teachers, and/or student support services staff to informally resolve the concern. If the concern cannot be resolved using these informal channels, advisors may appeal their concerns through the channels listed in the appeals process shown below. Principal Superintendent or Designee Board of Education DRESS CODE The appearance of a student is primarily the responsibility of the individual and the parent/guardian. MHS students are expected to maintain an appearance that is not distracting to others, disrespectful to others, or disruptive to the educational process and should reflect good judgment and good taste. Student attire must comply with standards of health and safety. For example, state law requires that shoes must be worn in public buildings. Examples of prohibited attire include, but are not limited to the following: Coats, caps, hats, hoods worn up, scarves, visors, bandanas (or anything on the head, except headbands) during the instructional day; Sunglasses (exception: outdoors); Chains extending beyond belt loop closest to pocket; Clothing or hairstyles depicting gang symbols, look-alike gang symbols or gang hand gestures; Halter tops, tube tops, short shorts, short skirts, or clothing that is profane or advertises alcohol or tobacco products and detrimental to the purpose or conduct of the school will not be permitted. Students must cover the four (4) B’s: back, bottom, bosom, and belly. No visible under garments – boxers/underwear/bras Clothing with revealing holes or cutouts; 21 Roller blades, shoes with roller blades or skateboards; Baggy pants worn below waist level; When a student’s appearance violates the Dress Code, the student will be required to modify his/her attire or be sent home to change if necessary. Additional consequences may be imposed, at the discretion of administration. In exercising discretion to discipline and/or impose other consequences on students violating this Dress Code, administration shall take into account the age of the student, District 821's student discipline policy, and whether the violation occurred during the instructional day while school is in session or in connection with a school-related activity. All staff have the authority and responsibility to enforce the dress code. DROPPING COURSES/SCHEDULE CHANGES Schedule changes will be allowed up to the first Friday of the semester. Courses cannot be dropped after this date without instructor’s approval. All course changes must go through the academic advisor or principal. EMERGENCY/EVACUATION PROCEDURES In order to be prepared for an emergency evacuation of the school, drills are conducted on a periodic basis. We attempt to impress upon the students the importance and seriousness of this safety precaution. It is hoped that continual practice in evacuation of a building will ensure rapid and orderly evacuation when an emergency should arise. The statewide tornado drill is held every year in the month of April for all students to practice protection procedures. EVENT RULES Spectators are to remain seated during the event. If you leave the building, you will not be allowed back inside without repaying. Spectators are to reflect good sportsmanship. FIELD TRIPS Educational field trips may be taken by classes during the school year under the teacher's direction. Parents may be asked to assist with these field trips. When trips are made in school buses outside of school district boundaries, parents will be notified. Students are required to have written permission from a parent or guardian prior to going on a field trip. Permission will not be granted over the telephone. Field trip permission forms are to be completed and returned to the office by Friday of the first week of attendance in the high school. Signed permission forms will be recognized as permission granted until the student is no longer in attendance. FOOD SERVICES All students are scheduled for a 30-minute lunch period. Students must eat in the cafeteria. It is expected that students bus their own dishes and keep the lunchroom neat and orderly. Food services will include breakfast and hot lunch. The board will approve the prices set for school breakfast, lunch and the price of milk. Students are not to share their meal account numbers. Lactose reduced milk will be provided to any student upon the written request by the parent/guardian. It is the intention of the school board to operate a food service program at a break-even point. Money for meals is due in advance. All families will be notified of this policy in the first issue of the newsletter, as well as with each statement mailed out. Payment for all meals should be paid for in advance. It is important that parents/guardians sign up for free or reduced meals before school starts or at 22 any time their income or household size changes. Those qualifying not only help our lunch program, but help fund other general fund programs. Applications are available from the office. Please call the office if you would like assistance in completing the form. Applications do not carry over from year to year. “In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.” To file a complaint, write USDA, Director, Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 or (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. FUND RAISERS All organizations need written approval from the principal, prior to their sale. This is to prevent overlapping sales, duplication, and recognition of the worthiness of the fundraiser. Forms may be obtained in the office. A copy of fund raisers approved will be provided to the Superintendent. GRADING, FAILING, AND RETENTION Students in Grades 7-12 will be required to pass all required courses. A student failing a class will be scheduled into the next grade at the end of the year, but must repeat any required classes before credit is given. Required courses must receive a passing grade before the next level course may be taken. In order to receive credit for a class, a student’s overall average must be 70% or higher. GRADUATION EXERCISES Graduation exercises are a voluntary event that is offered to students. Graduates are expected to wear appropriate dress and attire for the program or will be denied the opportunity to participate. Students who have completed the requirements for graduation at Menahga High School will be allowed to participate in the graduation exercises, which is subject to administrative discretion. In order to participate in graduation commencement, students must wear the gown, mortarboard, honor cord, tassel, and stoll chosen by the graduation committee. The graduation committee will consist of senior class members, senior class advisors and the high school principal. Students who do not follow the previously mentioned dress expectations, will not be allowed to participate in commencement exercises. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS/STANDARDS Students in grades 9 through 12 are required to achieve the mandatory amount of credits listed below to graduate from Menahga High School. 14 of these credits will come from required courses and the remaining credits will come from elective classes. Students in the graduating class of 2013 and beyond will be required to achieve 27 credits. Minnesota state law, and part of Federal legislation called No Child Left Behind requires that 8th, th 10 and 11th graders complete Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAIIs). Test scores are shared with parents. It is essential that parents/guardians make every attempt to assure student attendance on testing days. HALL PASSES Students are not permitted in the halls while class is in session unless a teacher accompanies them or they have a hall pass from a staff member. HAZING Hazing activities of any kind are inconsistent with the educational goals of District 821 and are prohibited at all times. Hazing means committing an act against a student, or coercing a student into committing an act, that creates a substantial risk of harm to a person, in order for the student to be 23 initiated or affiliated with a student organization or for any other purpose. School principals are the persons responsible for receiving reports at the building level. The school district will act to investigate all complaints of hazing and will discipline or take appropriate action against any student, teacher, administrator, volunteer, contractor, or other employee of the school who is found to have violated school policy or law. This policy applies to behaviors that occur on or off school property and before, during and after school hours. MSHSL consequences are in addition to school district consequences for students who engage in hazing. HEALTH RECORD A health record on each student is required by the state. A physical and/or dental exam is not required for school entrance, however it is highly recommended. A Medical Emergency Card needs to be completed for each student and is kept on file. Please inform the office of any changes in address, telephone numbers, or emergency information. This card is vital to reaching parents in an emergency. We also ask that a Health Questionnaire be completed for each student. This informs us of any medical problems, allergies, etc. to better care for your child. If you have any special concerns, please feel free to call the health office. HEALTH SERVICES The school provides a part time nurse and health aide to assist students with health related concerns. Please contact the school with any information that may be helpful regarding your child’s health needs. In the event a student becomes ill during the school day and needs to go home, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to pick up the student. HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION Homebound instruction is available for any student who is out of school due to illness (either at home or in the hospital) for an extended period. It is a valuable service offered to our students to ensure they do not fall too far behind their classmates due to an extended illness. Please contact the school office if you have any questions regarding homebound instruction. HONOR ROLLS Menahga High School will create an A and a B honor roll at the end of each quarter. Eligible students will be placed on the honor roll based on the final grades earned in that quarter. A student with a failing grade in any class will not be eligible for the honor roll. Students must be full time students at Menahga High School in order to be listed on the Menahga High School Honor Roll. HONOR STUDENTS A student having compiled a scholastic average of 3.60 or higher during grades 9 through 12 will be designated an honor student. A student must have attended Menahga High School facility grades 9-12 at some time during their high school career to be included as a Senior Class Honor students. The students designated as honor students will receive recognition in the area newspapers and on the Commencement Program. Honor status will be calculated after 1st semester final grades have been submitted. The senior graduation committee will consider honor students as commencement speakers. All seniors have the option to participate on the committee. IMMUNIZATIONS Minnesota State School Law requires that prior to a child’s initial enrollment in school in this state, the parent shall submit to the principal one of the following statements: 24 A statement signed by a physician that the child has received immunization against Red Measles, German Measles or Rubella and Mumps, 4 Polio, 5 DTP, and 3 Hepatitis B immunizations as approved by the state board of health and that such immunizations are currently effective. A parent may substitute a statement in lieu of the doctor’s, which shall indicate the month, day, and year of each immunization given. A statement signed by a physician, that the physical condition of the child is such that immunization would seriously endanger his/her life or health, or that lab tests indicate adequate immunity exists. A notarized statement signed by the child’s parent or guardian that he/she is conscientiously exempting the child from immunization(s). A child must be excluded from school if the immunizations are not completed by the specified time period or a notarized conscientious exemption is not on record in the health office. INTERNET Computers in all our classrooms have access to the Internet. Students and staff are responsible for appropriate behavior while using Internet access or school computer networks. Network use is a privilege, not a right, and can be removed. Review and agreement to school district policy will be required before student use is allowed. Violations of policy will be handled in accordance with school disciplinary procedures and include loss of computer use. Signed permission forms will be recognized as permission granted until the student is no longer in attendance at Menahga Public School. Menahga Public Schools internet use policy includes monitoring the online activities of minors and must provide for educating minors about appropriate online behavior, including interacting with other individuals on social networking websites and in chat rooms and cyber bullying awareness and response. MAKE UP WORK For excused absences, a student will be allowed two school days for each day absent to complete assignments. Arrangements need to be made with the teachers. MEDIA CENTER Students are responsible for library books they check out. MEDICATION Refer to 516m in the district policy book. MONEY, VALUABLES AND PERSONAL PROPERTY Please pay by check whenever possible. The school is not responsible for valuables that are lost, damaged, or stolen at school. Radios, tape players, cameras, expensive watches, jewelry and large sums of money should not be brought to school. If they are brought, they are the responsibility of the student. ON-LINE LEARNING Students taking on-line courses will be working in the Online Learning Lab. Students may enroll in on-line courses that are approved by the Minnesota Department of Education. OPEN CAMPUS/NOON PERIOD PRIVILEGES Students are not permitted to leave the school premises during the lunch period without permission from the high school office. Seniors in good standing academically and behaviorally (principal’s discretion) will be issued Gold Passes. The Passes allow seniors to go downtown during lunch period on the 25 following conditions: Seniors who have met a 2.75 grade point average or principal’s discretion. The beginning of the school year grade point average will be determined by a student’s spring GPA. Not received an Out of School Suspension at anytime during the current semester Not on the “No Pass List” or tardy for a 5th hour class. Not on the second phase of the “Conflict Recovery Plan” Not more than 3 daily-unexcused absences per quarter or principal’s discretion Students must have a signed parent permission slip for privileges to begin. Students must pick up their Gold Pass to the high school office and sign out before leaving the building and leave through door #1. When returning, students return their passes and sign in to the high school office. Failure to follow these regulations will result in the loss of Gold Pass privileges. Gold pass privileges can be revoked at anytime. Students leaving campus without privileges will enter into the Menahga High School Success Plan. Students are not permitted to use vehicles during the school day, including the noon period, without permission from the office. Seniors must turn in the written permission form signed by a parent or guardian in order to use a vehicle during the noon period. PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES Two conferences will be scheduled each year. Check the school calendar for dates and times. You may contact teachers at anytime throughout the year with questions or concerns or to schedule an individual time to meet. PARKING/DRIVING Except for seniors with Gold Pass privileges and a signed written permission form on file in the high school office, students are not permitted in vehicles during the school day without permission from the high school principal. Students are permitted to park in a school district location as a matter of privilege, not of right. Students must drive safely and follow the speed limit. Any student deemed not driving safely may have their parking privileges removed. Parking will be in designated student parking. It shall be a violation of this policy for students to store or carry contraband in motor vehicles in a school district location. The interiors of motor vehicles of students in school district locations, including glove box or trunk compartments, may be searched when school officials have a reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover a violation of law or school policy. If a search yields contraband, school officials will seize the item and may turn it over to legal authorities. A student found violating this policy would have parking privileges removed. PASSES FOR LEAVING SCHOOL Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds at any time during the school day without permission from the high school office. Failure to follow the proper procedure will be considered a violation of district policy and disciplinary action will follow. Passes must be obtained from the office. Passes must be presented to and signed by the teacher of the last class the student has before leaving. Students are to sign off in the log when leaving and upon return to school. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 26 The pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America will be recited daily, at the end of 2 hour when the daily announcements are read. Anyone who does not wish to participate in reciting the pledge of allegiance for any personal reasons may elect not to do so. Students and school personnel must respect other persons' rights to make that choice. Students will be instructed in proper etiquette toward, correct display of, and respect for the flag, as well as in patriotic exercises. Recitation of the pledge of allegiance by students and instruction of students are provided in this policy are required by statute. nd POSTERS/FLYERS Posters or signs shall not be placed in the building without permission from the principal. Posters shall be neat and beyond reproach in subject matter, grammar, spelling etc. Posters are to be removed by the individuals who posted them the day following the event or function. Approved posters may be displayed in the following areas: Designated bulletin boards, hallway; Individual rooms and showcases with the permission of the teacher. REPORT CARDS/PROGRESS REPORTS Academic reports are available on Family Access at any time. Parents may request a paper copy of their child’s midterm and quarterly report each quarter. A paper copy will be sent home of each child’s final report card. SCHOOL CLOSURES When school is dismissed early for inclement weather or other emergency reasons, all extracurricular activities will be cancelled. All students are to go home. When school is called off in the morning and conditions improve, the administration may approve practice, or team participation in local, subsection or section activities. Students will not be penalized for missing practice due to weather conditions or other emergency closings. We have a school messenger system that will notify each family using the phone numbers or email address you load into that system. You must update your own family profile. The following stations are the only ones that will also be notified of our school closings: WCCO (Cable Channel 4); KSAX (Cable Channel5); KARE 11 (Cable Channel 11); WDAY (Cable Channel 12); FOX 9 KMSP (Cable Channel 18); WCCO (830 AM); KPRM (870 AM);KWAD (920 AM); KJJK (1020 AM); KBRF (1250 AM); KMSP (1420 AM); KXKK (92.5 FM);KSKK (94.7 FM); KJJK 96.5 FM); KDKK (97.5 FM); KPRW (99.5 FM); KZCR (Z-103.3FM); KKWS (105.9 FM) In making our judgment, we always check with the weather stations, radio, TV and personally drive roads. As a parent or guardian, you have the right to decide whether or not your child should attend school in inclement weather. No penalties are assessed by your keeping your children home; however they will still have to make up the work they missed on that particular day. We ask that you still call in their absence by 8:30 am. SCHOOL HOURS School is in session from 8:20 a.m. – 3:11 p.m. Students are asked not to arrive before 8:00 a.m., as supervision does not begin before this time. School buses arrive at 8:00, which gives students time to eat breakfast. The school is responsible for students from the time they get on the school bus or (for non-bus students, when they arrive at school) until the time they step off the school bus after school (for non-bus students, once they leave the school grounds). Because of legal and safety considerations, students are 27 not permitted to leave the school premises during the school day without permission from the high school office. High school students are to enter and exit through the main high school doors. SCHOOL PICTURES Our school contracts annually to have pictures taken during the school year. Information regarding prices, times, and dates will be distributed. You are not obligated to purchase any pictures; the school simply offers the services. A student must have attended Menahga High School grades 9-12 at some time during their high school career to be included in the Senior High School picture section of the yearbook. SCHOOL SONG On Menahga, on Menahga, Fight right on to fame. We've got spirit, we've got might Go, fight, win, all right! Rah, rah, rah! On Menahga, on Menahga, Victory's sure this time. So fight braves, fight, fight, fight to win this game. V-I-C-T-O-R-Y SCREENING The school conducts periodic screenings including vision, hearing, scoliosis, lice, and Early Childhood Screening. Teachers also observe the classroom behavior of students to note any indications of visual or hearing deficiency. Please know that these are only screenings and if indicated, should be followed by medical examination for diagnosis. SEARCH OF STUDENTS LOCKERS, DESKS, PERSONAL POSSESSIONS, & PERSONS *Refer to 502m in the ISD #821 district policy book. SOCIAL EVENTS AND DANCES All social activities should be sponsored for a specific purpose. All events must be approved by the adviser and the principal and must be properly chaperoned. School activities during the school week must end by 10:00 p.m. or earlier. No activities may be held without proper supervision. All dances must be approved by the principal. Dances will be closed door. Once a person has entered, he/she may not leave and reenter. Guests at school dances must receive prior approval from the principal. Forms may be obtained in the office. This permission must be requested by 3:30 on the day prior to the dance or social activity. All guests from other schools must not be older than 21 the day of the dance. Students of Menahga are responsible for their guest being aware of and abiding with the school rules and policies. STUDENT INVESTIGATION It is the secondary principal’s duty to be proactive in keeping the school safe and enforcing ISD #821 policy; therefore in the event the school has reasonable suspicion of inappropriate activity during the school day or outside school hours, administration will investigate. The investigation may include individual interviews, locker/personal belongings search, personal vehicle searches, urine analysis or drug screening, 3rd party interviews, and involvement from outside governmental agencies. 28 Parents/guardians may or may not be contacted during this process. If a student refuses to cooperate with the investigation, they will be suspended until the completion of the investigation or until notified by the principal. STUDENT/PARENT DIRECTORY The school provides a directory to those who request it from the central, high school or elementary offices. The directory includes first and last name, address, date of birth, telephone number, student grade and other miscellaneous information. Students and parents have the option to remove their name and information from the directory by contacting the high school office. If you do not formally remove your name by contacting the school, your name and information will remain in the directory. Student information will be removed in a timely fashion upon written formal request. The District considers names and birthdates of students eligible for special education as directory information and will share the information with DHS (Minnesota Department of Human Services) to determine which students are currently enrolled in a Minnesota Health Care Program. If a parent / guardian does not wish for directory information to be shared, you may opt out by contacting Ariana Wright at the school. STUDENT RECORDS All permanent student records, e.g. transcripts, health records, IEP's, are on file and available upon request. Parents/guardians, and students are allowed to inspect and review official student records, files and data including all material in the cumulative record. An appointment must be made through the office by those eligible to examine records. A written request stating the records to be reviewed is required. Students needing any of these documents may secure them by filling out a request form in the office or by calling 564-4141 x320. SUMMER SCHOOL – CREDIT RECOVERY Menahga Secondary School may offer summer school session on site for students who need developmental, remedial, or make-up work in basic skills, and academic courses. Summer school is a privilege to students and not a right. SUPERVISION OF STUDENTS When students are in school, engaging in school-sponsored activities, or traveling to and from school on school buses, they are responsible to the school, and the school is responsible for them. School personnel assigned to their supervision serve in loco parentis. The Board expects all students to be under assigned adult supervision at all times when they are in school, on school grounds, traveling under school supervision, or engaging in school-sponsored activities. School personnel assigned this supervision are expected to act as reasonable, prudent adults in providing for the safety of the students in their charge. In keeping with this expected prudence, no teacher or other staff member will leave his/her assigned group unsupervised except if an arrangement has been to take care of an emergency. During school hours, or while engaging in school-sponsored activities, students will be released only into the custody of parents or other authorized persons. SUPPORT SERVICES (504) The Menahga Public School District does not discriminate against any student on the basis of his or her disability and allows equal access to and participation in its programs and 29 activities. The District also does not discriminate against anyone because he or she is associated with someone who is disabled. In addition, it is the District’s responsibility to identify and evaluate students who, within the intent of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, need specially designed instructional or physical accommodations so those students may receive free appropriate public education. Inquiries regarding compliance with Section 504 may be directed to the district 504 Coordinator: Dan Stifter Menahga Public School 218-564-4141 For this policy, a student who may be eligible within the intent of Section 504 is one who: Is eligible to attend the District’s schools under federal and Minnesota law; and Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, including learning. Students may be eligible for services under the provisions of Section 504 even though they do not require services pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Students who are identified as individuals with exceptional needs under IDEA criteria will have their rights and obligations determined by that law. TRANSPORTATION (BUS and LATE BUS) All district students are provided with bus safety instruction during the first week of school and are required to demonstrate understanding of bus safety lessons. District 821 has established formal bus policies, rules, and regulations. Riding the bus is a privilege; thus, students are expected to behave in the same manner as in the classroom. Behavior problems will be addressed by the driver, including temporary suspension of riding privileges. The driver, transportation director, and high school principal will address serious and persistent situations. Offenses that are dangerous or destructive will result in immediate suspension and may include notification of legal authorities. Students damaging school buses will be held liable for the damages. Failure to initiate payment will result in loss of riding privileges until damage is paid for. LATE BUS Late buses run at 5:15 p.m. as announced. Students must sign up in the office prior to 12:30 p.m. If you have not signed up for the bus through the office, you may not be permitted to ride the late bus. The late bus is intended for students who are participating in a sport practice or activity or receiving assistance from a teacher. Any student riding for reasons other than school activities may lose future riding privileges and/or receive detention. TELEPHONE CALLS AND USE Students may not be interrupted during school hours by outside calls and messages except in the case of an emergency. If it is necessary to reach your child, dial 564-4141 ext 2. The high school secretary will relay your message. It is suggested that parents/guardians wishing to contact a classroom teacher be prepared to leave a message requesting the teacher to contact them. Except during preparation time, teachers are not available to come to the telephone during the school day. TEST-OUT POLICY AND PROCEDURES 30 Minnesota Academic Standards provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate mastery of subject material and earn course credit. A student who has gained conceptual knowledge and skills necessary to pass a course may elect to earn credit for the course by successfully completing the test out procedure for the course. Application for test-out must be made to the high school principal or academic advisor by May 15th for the first semester and November 15th for second semester. Parent signature must accompany the application. A student may attempt to test-out of any given course only once. If the student fails any portion of the exam, they must enroll in and pass the course to receive credit in that course. The test-out will consist of a written exam, but may include lab work, presentations, problem solving, and submission of portfolios, performance and/or demonstrations. Tests and answer keys will be secured in the office. Tests will not be returned to the student. The same criteria will be used to determine whether or not the student passes the exam (and, thus, the course) as would be used to determine whether or not a student would pass the course if they were enrolled in it. Criteria for passing the comprehensive exam must not be more stringent than the criteria for passing a course. Exams must be passed with a 70% to establish credit. Students will earn a grade based on the district adopted grading scale. TITLE IX/HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER It is the policy of ISD 821 not to discriminate on the basis of sex in admission to or employment in its educational programs or activities, as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or OCR. Dan Stifter Menahga Public School 218-564-4141 ext. 321 VISITORS All visitors including parents/guardians are required to report to the main office when entering the building to sign in and pick up a visitor identification label. Visitor identification labels are issued during the school day 8:30 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. for a pre-approved appointment only. Student visitors are not allowed to accompany MHS students to their classes. Anyone violating this policy could be charged with trespassing. VOLUNTEERS The contributions and tasks that can be performed by volunteers are many and varied. Parent volunteers will be used in the capacity they feel most comfortable. Please contact high school principal if you are interested in volunteering at school. All volunteers will be subject to a background check. WEAPONS It is the policy of ISD 821 to maintain a learning and working environment that is free from threats or harmful influence of any person(s) or group(s), which exhibit and promote violence and disruptive behaviors. Minnesota Statutes and the Federal School Safety Act states that students who bring a weapon to school, or any item that is intended to be used as a weapon against another person, will be subject to immediate suspension. Law enforcement officials will be notified if so needed. Possession: Students and student visitors, are forbidden to knowingly or voluntarily possess, store in an area subject to one’s control, handle, transmit, or use an instrument that is considered a weapon in school, on school grounds, at school activities, on school busses or vehicles, or entering upon or departing from school premises, property or events. Possession of a weapon includes a look-alike 31 weapon that is used with the intent to intimidate or cause or create fear in another because of the similarity in appearance of the look-alike weapon to the actual weapon that is prohibited by these rules. The prohibition applies to all school-owned, leased, or contracted vehicles. Weapons: “Dangerous Weapon” means any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, or any device designed as a weapon and capable of producing death or great bodily harm, any combustible or flammable liquid or other device or instrumentality that, in the manner it is used or intended to be used, is calculated or likely to produce death or great bodily harm. The following are examples of dangerous weapons but are not limited to: Guns of all types including air, pellet, BB, and stun gun; Ammunition; Knives of all types; Clubs, numb chucks, blackjacks, lead pipe, and throwing stars; Metal knuckles; Darts, chains, or unauthorized tools; Explosives, including firecrackers, smoke bombs or other chemicals; Mace; Any other device or instrument used to intimidate, threaten, or inflict harm. Weapon or Look-Alike Weapon, (Including firearms), Possession Possessing any device or instrument designed as a weapon and capable of producing severe bodily harm, or in the opinion of the principal is intended to look like a device or instrument capable of producing severe bodily harm, or any other device, instrument or substance, which, in the manner in which it is used or intended to be used, is calculated or likely to produce severe bodily harm. Offense: Any of or combination of the consequences listed below. Detention/Suspension/Expulsion; Parent/Guardian notification/conference; Notification of legal authorities. While the school district takes a “Zero Tolerance” position on the possession, use or distribution of weapons by students, the superintendent may use discretion in determining whether, under the circumstances, a course of action other than the minimum consequences specified above is warranted. If so, other appropriate action may be taken, including consideration of a recommendation for lesser discipline. ***Anything of civil consequence will be reported to local law enforcement*** WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURES Please notify the office at least three days prior to withdrawing your student when moving out of our school district. You are asked to indicate the last date of attendance and the name of the new school district. YEARBOOK/CLASS COMPOSITE/STUDENT MEMORIAL Senior yearbook pictures are to be a picture that are upper body/head photos only. This photo will also be the photo used for the senior composite class photo. Senior yearbook pictures will not be accepted if they contain the following: Props such as cars/vehicles/boats/tractors, musical instruments, sports equipment, etc.. Hats, costumes, or accessories Weapons of any kind, including rifles, shotguns, knives, etc.. Group photos, such as with babies, grandparents, other relatives, or pets 32 3/12/2016 Student Memorial - A memorial page in the MHS yearbook will be available for purchase for students who have passed away, the student must have been a part of the graduating class in order to be a part of the memorial page. The cost of the page will not be paid by the Menahga Public School District. The cost will be determined by the add cost of the yearbook add pages of the given year. 33 3/12/2016 MENAHGA HIGH FIVE INITIATIVE Competencies, Strategies, Understandings, Values, Pathways to Success Our Objectives: Menahga Public Schools has moved forward with our technology initiatives. This initiative will provide students in grades 9 -12 and all certified staff with an iPad. In addition, students in grades K – 8 will have access to iPads. This Menahga High Five Initiative ties directly to our mission statement as a district: The mission of Menahga School District #821, is to provide opportunities for all students to become life-long learners with the necessary competencies, skills, understandings, and value to contribute to and succeed in a changing society. We have realized that today’s students need different sets of skills than have been required in the past. We also need to develop students who are equipped with the strategies necessary to succeed in the 21st Century. Students must build on their problem solving, critical thinking, communication and technological skills. It is our goal that students are able to find, synthesize, communicate information and collaborate with the global community. Student Responsibility Students are expected to use the iPad appropriately for educational purposes. Students are expected to have their iPads in school each day. Forgetting an iPad or having a dead battery will not be an acceptable reason for failing to complete school work or turn assignments in on time. Repeated failure to bring the iPad to school or failing to charge the battery may result in the loss of home privileges for the student. Students are responsible to download to the iPad any necessary documents and/or materials as directed by their teachers. If a family does not have wireless access at home, student must do this before school, during the day, or after school. Students may load music and photos to their District-owned iPad, as long as all content complies with the Acceptable Use Policy of Menahga Public Schools. Students may personalize the device on loan from Menahga Public Schools as long as it does not contain inappropriate music or photos, which may result in the loss of use of the iPad and/or other disciplinary actions. The use of music on the iPad during instructional time will be at the discretion of the classroom teacher. Each student in grades 9 – 12 will create and manage their own iTunes/Apps account. The Menahga School District will purchase specific apps for students. Students will be able to download these apps using a redemption code provided by the District. The District anticipates that students may also have a desire to personalize their iPad. Students will be 34 3/12/2016 allowed to purchase age appropriate apps and download music etc. that falls within the guidelines of the Menahga Public Schools Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy 524. The student and or the parent will be responsible for the cost of the personal apps. If it is determined that inappropriate apps or programming has been loaded on the District owned iPad, disciplinary actions may be taken. The iPads will be restored to the school set software. This could result in the loss of the personal apps etc. that have been added to the iPad. If this becomes a continual issue, the student will lose the privilege of bringing the iPad home. If the personal apps create storage issue or problems with the functions of the iPad, the personal apps will be removed from the device. Students will be encouraged to use their school provided Google Docs accounts to save materials. If students do not have access to the internet, materials will need to be saved on the iPad while they are at school or from other Wi-Fi networks. Students are discouraged from printing and encouraged to use email and cloud-storage solutions. If items need to be printed options will be provided to the students at that time. If students choose to set a pass code, they must use their lunch code as the password. Parent Expectations Parents are required to complete a Parent iPad orientation. The Menahga Public School District asks parents for support in communicating with their students about appropriate content and help monitor the use of the iPads at home. Parents are encouraged to have their students charge their iPads in a common family room, not the student’s bedroom. Parenting experts recommend parking iPads (and all electronic devices) at night to discourage late night unmonitored use and sleep deprivation. Parents must fill out and sign the Parent/Student agreement form and the iPad Protection Plan. Parents are encouraged to become familiar with the iPads and help ensure the use of technology to advance the educational opportunities for your child. Parents are to help ensure that only the student and the parents use the school-assigned iPad. Terms of the iPad Loan iPads will be distributed at the discretion of the District Administration upon the completion of the Parent/Student Agreement form and a signed iPad Protection Plan. Legal ownership remains with the District. The use of a district owned iPad is a privilege extended to students and is conditional upon the compliance of the requirements of the Districts Acceptable Use Policy and all other District policies. All student iPads and accessories will be checked in at the end of each school year at a date determined by the district. Students will be issued the same iPad that they returned the previous year. Students who for whatever reason no longer continue enrollment in the Menahga Public Schools will return the iPad and all accessories when the enrollment ends. The District reserves the right to repossess the iPad and accessories at any time if the student does not fully comply with the terms of the Handbook. The District may also choose to limit or withdraw the use of privileges for failure to comply. 35 3/12/2016 Failure to return the iPad in a timely manner when required/requested to do so may result in the involvement of law enforcement. The School owned iPads will be subject to regular monitoring by teachers, administration, and/or technology staff. Users have no expectations of privacy when using Menahga Public Schools’ equipment or technology systems. If technical difficulties arise with an iPad or if non-conforming content is discovered, the iPad will be restored by the technical staff of Menahga Public Schools. If an iPad is restored, the District is not responsible for any content lost during that process. Each iPad has to identifying labels, which must not be removed or altered in any fashion. STUDENTS MAY NOT PERMANENTLY MARK THE IPAD IN ANY WAY. The use of iPads during instructional times is governed by classroom teachers. Failure to follow instructions of the teacher may result in disciplinary action. Students must attend at least one class on site at Menahga Public schools and be in grades 9 – 12 to have access to a School owned iPad. General Care Instruction iPad screens should only be cleaned with a soft, clean cloth. Chemical cleaners or liquids, including water, should not be used on the iPads. Charging cables/cords should be inserted and removed carefully to prevent damage. This should be done by grabbing and using the plug ends rather than pulling the cords. The charging cord should be plugged into the wall outlet before connecting the iPad. When disconnecting, remove the cable from the iPad before pulling the cord from the wall outlet. IPads must be kept in the protective cases at all times. Students should never put weight on the iPads, stack items on top of them, or wedge them tightly into a backpack or case. IPads should not be exposed to temperature extremes. Students should not leave the iPad in any location where temperatures fall below freezing or exceeds 95 degrees. If the iPad is cold, it must be allowed to warm up to room temperature before use. An iPad exposed to direct sunlight or to high temperatures may overheat during use and must be allowed to cool down before use. Liquids, food and other debris will damage iPads. IPads should not be in an area when/where students are eating or drinking. IPads are not allowed in the cafeteria areas during breakfast and or lunch. iPads are not allowed in locker rooms. Battery life is shortened by using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a high screen brightness, and video. Students need to learn how to manage these settings and apps to improve battery performance. It is best for the batteries to be “run down” the first 5 times they are charged and to do so periodically with your iPad. By doing this it will extend the life of the battery. Students must use the screen protectors on the iPad screens. Protection Plan Families must choose or determine which of the School provided protection plan options they will use to protect the school owned iPad. o Option 1 36 3/12/2016 Provide the district proof of your own insurance, your home owners insurance may cover it, check with your agent to be sure o Option 2 o School provided insurance plan – for $40.00 dollars a year the district will provide repairs to the iPad if it is determined that the issue had not been created as an act of vandalism or an intentional act by the student/family. This is a non-refundable expense. Each time this plan is utilized the families will need to pay $40 to get back on the plan. There will be a family cap of $120.00 per year. Payment in this plan this spring will also cover the students next year. This plan will allow for one replacement iPad should the technology staff determine that is required. Before a 2nd replacement iPad is issued the parent/guardian will need to pay for the cost of an iPad o Option 3 Families can chose to provide a check to the District for the cost of the iPad and accessories, when the iPad is returned in good working condition the money will be refunded to the family Security and Theft Prevention The iPad may only be used by the student to whom it is assigned or by the parents of the student. The student must not loan it to another student. The student is responsible for the security of the iPad at all times. The iPad should never be left unsecured! When not with the student, the iPads should be secured and stored in a locked location out of view. During after-school activities and or away events, students are still responsible for securing the iPad. Students should keep personal information about themselves and others off the iPad. Password security for the network system must be maintained as should the privacy of locker combinations. Lockers are not to be rigged to bypass the ability to lock your lockers. It is the responsibility of the student to keep his or her information secure. Damage, Theft, Repair Damage or hardware issues must be reported immediately using the WEBFORM linked on the Menahga Public School Website and by calling 218-564-4141 ext. 321. For cases of hardware failure or accidental damage, a loaner will be provided for the student throughout the repair/replacement process. There may be a delay if there are no loaners available. Students/parents are responsible for the full cost of any willful, negligent or intentional damage to the iPad. Failure to pay for willful, negligent or intentional damage may result in legal consequences. Theft must be reported immediately to the school Principal and or technology coordinator. Students/parents will be required to fill out a theft report through the school administrative team. The report will be available online on the school web site. The iPads contain software that can be activated to track and help recover iPads. The District will work with law enforcement to track missing or lost iPads. There is no guarantee that these efforts will recover lost or stolen iPads. 37 3/12/2016 Connecting to the District Network Students who own iPads may use these in school in place of a District owned devices subject to the following conditions: o The iPad must be available for school use by the student every day. o The student/family is willing to provide the same apps, including any paid apps that are provided on the school iPads and required for the student’s coursework. There may be licensing agreements that prevent the school from installing content purchased by the school account on devices not owned by the district. o The District is not responsible for and cannot provide technical support for personally owned devices. Any personally-owned iPads that are brought into the District must be brought to the Technology coordinator to be registered before it is allowed onto the school network. This is for network security purposes and for Internet content filtering. The district is not responsible for the loss or theft or damage of any personally-owned devices that are brought to school. 38 3/12/2016 Student Name:____________________________________________ Grade:___________ Parent Name(S): ___________________________________________________________ Student Agreement 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. I will take care of my school district assigned iPad and accessories. I will always have my device in its secured case. I keep my iPad secure at all times. I will not loan my iPad to anyone. I will bring it to school charged and ready for use each day. I will not dissemble, repair, hack or subvert the security of the iPad. I will not install apps without permission of Menahga Public Schools technology staff. I have read and I understand the Menahga Public Schools High Five iPad agreement. I agree to abide by all of the Menahga School policies governing the use of my iPad, both in school and at home. I understand that my iPad is subject to inspection by Menahga staff at any time and the iPad is the property of the Menahga Public Schools. I understand that I am responsible for any intentional or negligent damage to the iPad. In the event of loss or theft, I will file a report with the appropriate law enforcement within 24 hours. I will immediately file a report with Menahga Public Schools in the event of loss/damage/equipment failure. I will return the iPad, case and cables in good working order as directed by the Menahga Public School District. I understand the replacement costs are as follows: a. iPad $400 b. case $50 c. charger $30 I will review the Menahga Public Schools High Five iPad agreement with my parent/s I agree to the stipulations set forth in this document as well as the Menahga Public Schools High Five iPad agreement, the Acceptable Use Policy and the Menahga Public Schools Handbook. ____________________________________________ Student Signature Date ______________ PARENT AGREEMENT 1. I have read and understand all terms of the Menahga Public Schools High Five iPad agreement, the Acceptable Use Policy and the Menahga Public Schools Handbook and agree to let my child participate in the iPad Program. 2. I have discussed the MHS Procedures for the iPad program with my child and will support the school in guiding my child in using the iPad at home as an instructional tool. 3. I understand that I responsible for monitoring my child’s activity on any home Internet access. ____________________________________________ Parent Signature ______________ Date 39 3/12/2016
