PARENT HANDBOOK
2013 - 2014
9000 Lemon Avenue
Alta Loma, CA 91701
(909) 484-5100

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Website, Emergencies, Breakfast/Lunch, Bike Privileges,
Lost and Found, Health Office)
(Volunteers, PTSA, School Site Council)
Please read for Warrior Conduct Acknowledgement)
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SCHOOL HOURS
School Hours are 8:10 A.M. to 2:10 P.M.
Gates open at 7:50 each morning.
Modified Day Hours are 8:10 A.M. to 12:40 P.M.
Office Hours are 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
O ffice Telephone (909) 484-5100

JULY
July 22
July 25
AUGUST
August 5
August 6
August 13
SEPTEMBER
September 2
September 3
September 24-27
OCTOBER
October 16-18
NOVEMBER
November 1
November 11
November 25-29
DECEMBER
December 20
December 23-31
JANUARY
January 1-3
January 6
January 20
FEBRUARY
MARCH
February 4
February 14
February 17
February 21
March 11
March 14
March 17-21
APRIL
April 9 - 10
April 16-17
MAY
May 20
May 21
Opening of School Office
Schedules Distributed and Textbooks Checked Out in MPR
7 th Grade 8–11:30 A.M
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8 th Grade 12:30-4:00 P.M.
First Day of School for K - 7 th grade Students (Modified Day 8:10-12:40)
First Day of School for 8 th grade Students
Back-To-School Night
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Holiday – Labor Day
Student Success Parent Information Night
Parent Conferences—Modified Days
Pali Institute (7 th graders)
End of 1 st Trimester
Holiday – Veterans’ Day
Holidays – Thanksgiving
Modified Day
Holiday – Winter Recess
Winter Recess
Students Return
Holiday – Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday (observed)
Family Life Education Parent Preview Night 7:00pm
Holiday – President Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday (observed)
Holiday – Presidents’ Day (observed)
End of 2 nd Trimester
Open House-Warrior Pride Night
Modified Day
Holidays – Spring Recess
State STAR Testing Days for ALJH
State STAR Testing Days for ALJH
Last Day of School K - 7 th grade - Modified Day
Last Day of School for 8 th grade students - Modified Day

ALTA LOMA JUNIOR HIGH BELL SCHEDULE
2013-2014
REGULAR SCHEDULE
6-Minute Homeroom
Morning Bell ……. 8:05
Homeroom ……… 8:10 – 8:16
A ……………… 8:20 – 9:10
B ……………… 9:14 – 10:04
C ……………… 10:08 – 10:58
D ……………… 11:02 – 11:52
Lunch …………… 11:52 – 12:22
E ……………… 12:26 – 1:16
F ……………… 1:20 – 2:10
Extra Period …….
2:15 – 3:00
REGULAR SCHEDULE
Extended Homeroom
Morning Bell ……. 8:05
Homeroom ……… 8:10 – 8:28
A ……………… 8:32 – 9:20
B ……………… 9:24 – 10:12
C ……………… 10:16 – 11:04
D ……………… 11:08 – 11:56
Lunch …………… 11:56 – 12:26
E ……………… 12:30 – 1:18
F ……………… 1:22 – 2:10
Extra Period …….
2:15 – 3:00
ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE
6-Minute Homeroom
Morning Bell ……. 8:05
Homeroom ……… 8:10 – 8:16
A ……………… 8:20 – 9:01
B –1 st
Assembly 9:05 – 9:50
B –2 nd Assembly 9:54 – 10:39
C ……………… 10:43 – 11:24
D ……………… 11:28 – 12:09
Lunch …………… 12:09 – 12:39
E ……………… 12:43 – 1:24
F ……………… 1:28 – 2:10
Extra Period …….
2:15 – 3:00
MODIFIED DAY SCHEDULE
6-Minute Homeroom
Morning Bell ……. 8:05
Homeroom ……… 8:10 – 8:16
A ……………… 8:20 – 8:55
B ……………… 8:59 – 9:34
C ……………… 9:38 – 10:13
D ……………… 10:17 – 10:52
E ……………… 10:56 – 11:31
Lunch…………. 11:31 – 12:01
F ……………… 12:05 – 12:40
Early Release Lunch (5 minutes )
Monday …… 100/500 Building
Thursday ….. 300 Building and P.E.
Tuesday …… 400 Building
Wednesday… “A” Team only
Friday …….600, 700 Buildings & Science
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Week of Schedule
August 5 – August 16
Block A
August 19 – August 30
September 3 – September 13
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September 16 – Sept. 27
September 30 - October 11
October 14 – October 25
October 28 – November 8
November 12 – November 22
December 2 – Dec. 20
January 6 – January 17
January 21 – January 31
February 3 – February 13
February 18 – February 28
March 3 – March 14
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March 24 – April 4
April 7 – April 25
April 28 – May 9
May 12 – May 21
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Information about Alta Loma Junior High School, upcoming events, school calendars, student grades, etc. is available on the school website. The monthly newsletter, the ALJHS POW
WOW is also available on-line. Parents will not be receiving a paper copy from the school. Go to www.alsd.k12.ca.us
and locate ALJHS on the select a school drop down menu at the upper left hand corner. You can locate individual teacher websites by going to the Teacher Website location in the tool bar. We encourage you to visit the website often!
The school office is open 7:30 a.m.-4:30p.m. on regular school days. Students may use the office telephone to call home for P.E. clothes, lunch assignments, transportation, etc. if needed. Cell phones may not be used while on campus.
Adult visitors and volunteers are welcome; however state law requires that visitors/volunteers be clearly identified while on campus. ALJHS is a closed campus. All visitors/volunteers must provide a 24 hour notice prior to their visit and must check-in through the office to receive a visitor’s pass to
wear on campus. Relatives or friends from other schools are not permitted to visit or accompany students on campus.
The Emergency Information Card is one of our most important documents and must be updated with current phone numbers of family/friend members who can be reached in case of emergency during school hours. Please notify the school office immediately of any changes in residency or phone numbers as they occur. Emergency
Broadcast Radio Stations include; KFWB 980 AM, KNX 1070
AM, KCAL 1410 (Spanish), KFRG 95.1 FM, KOLA 9.99 FM.
If you have a change of residence from the address that was provided on your registration form or emergency card upon enrollment, you must notify the school office within 30 days.
New proof of residency will be required for the new address and if applicable, apply for a district transfer.
Students are not permitted on campus until supervision
begins at 7:50 a.m. Students not participating in after-school
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 Students are expected to come directly to school by the safest possible route. All students must leave campus to go directly home once dismissed. On the way to and from school, students are to obey all school and traffic rules and to conduct themselves in a courteous manner.
 Parents who drive their children to and from school are asked to park on Lemon Avenue.
 BICYCLE PRIVELEGES are extended to students.
Students must observe all traffic bicycle safety rules.
Helmets must be worn at ALL times. A student may not leave the campus on a bike without a helmet.
The school provides a bike rack on the east side of the campus. Bicycles are to be walked while on campus and securely locked in the bike rack area.
The school assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen bicycles. No skateboards or scooters are allowed.
 Children will only be permitted to leave the school grounds during school hours AFTER a designated adult (on the Emergency Card) has signed them out through the school office. Picture identification is
required. Children will NOT be released to anyone who is not listed on the Emergency Card.
Breakfast is served daily from 7:40 to 7:55 a.m. Students eligible for the free and reduced lunch program are also eligible for the breakfast program. Students use the same number for breakfast and lunch. The cost of a student breakfast is $1.25. Milk and juice cost $0.30.
Lunches may be purchased on a daily basis however we encourage you to make pre-payments on EZSchoolPay.com.
Checks may be made to Alta Loma School District. The cost of lunch is $2.75. Free and Reduced applications are available in the student registration packets or by request at the school office. Students may go home for lunch only with prior arrangements with the school office.

The student window is located near the quad area on the north side of the office. Students always report to the student window when coming to the office during the school day.
Any item dropped off for a student will be delivered through the student window. Here are some common reasons for coming to the student window:
 Blue Slips: Blue slips are filled out whenever a student needs some help. Concerns may include academics or a personal problem. A blue slip will secure an appointment with an adult who can help.
 Emergency Needs: Students can come to the student window to receive help regarding any perceived emergency.
 Call Slip: When a student receives a yellow or pink call slip, they are to report to the student window and will be directed to the appropriate location.
 Checking Out: If a student needs to leave early for an appointment, they will be checked out through the student window.
ALJH has a beautiful campus. Please take pride in keeping it that way! Each student contributes to our clean campus by using trashcans and respecting property. Students who litter, chew gum, or deface property get to earn back their school pride by working on Clean Campus details. NO GUM!
Students and parents must assume responsibility for loss or damage to any personal or school issued property left in a classroom or on campus. The school will endeavor to protect all personal property, but is not responsible for any damaged or lost items.
If any item is found on campus such as P.E. clothes, shoes, glasses, retainers, jackets, money, books, or cell phones, please turn it in at the student window. Check immediately at the student window for lost items. Lost and found clothing will eventually be placed in the container found in the quad area. Please check for items there as well.
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All over-the-counter and prescription medications are required by state law to have a doctor’s authorization on file with the school health clerk. With doctor authorization, a student may carry a rescue inhaler if asthmatic. NO OTHER
MEDICATION MAY BE KEPT WITH A STUDENT AT ANY TIME.
All medications need to be in the original container. The office is not responsible for reminding students to take medication; that is the student’s responsibility.
ALJHS office can only offer ice, bandages, and TLC for ill or injured students. It is imperative that we be able to contact someone to pick up your child in case of emergency or if he/she becomes ill or injured at school.
Parents are invited to become an active part of the school day by doing what you do best and enjoy most. Over the years, many parent/guardians have helped and we again need you to be a VOLUNTEER. Below are some of the areas in which we need help and the date or time of day during which these needs occur. Please indicate your interest on the yellow form supplied with your student’s registration material.
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PTSA (Parent/Teacher/Student Association): help with membership, fund raising, and student programs. As Needed.
2.
Textbook Check-In & Check-Out: issue, sort, move books. May and July
3.
Career Speakers: During lunch on Thursdays- Call
Mr. Edmon to volunteer
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Book Fair: Help with sales. October & April
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Yearbook Distribution: Issue yearbooks. May
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Dance Chaperones: Includes snack bar, taking tickets, monitor MPR. 2:10-4:00
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Field Trip Volunteers: Requested by teacher or teams. As Needed.
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Eighth Grade Party: Planning and preparing for 8 th grade end-of-the-year party.
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Health Office: Assist with hearing/vision and scoliosis screening, etc. September and February
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Physical Fitness Testing: Assist P.E. teachers. Mid-
April.
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Club Day Food Fair: Lunch table set-up, booth help, selling of items, clean-up. Four times a year.

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Project Basket: Assist in collecting and sorting food donation- November
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Picture Day: Assist student supervision and the picture taking process. August
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Straight A Party: Assist with preparing and serving students.
We encourage your membership and involvement in our school-based parent group. The purpose of this group is to support and enrich students and school programs through assemblies, student programs, and volunteer time. The membership drive begins in August. Parents, community leaders, business groups, extended family members, neighbors, and friends are all welcome to join.
The School Site Council is an elected group of parents and staff members who meet to plan, implement, and evaluate the school improvement program. Parents who would like to be placed on the ballot this fall to run for office on the School Site Council for the
2013-2014 school year should call the school office before
August 9, 2013. Voting takes place at Back-to School Night on August 13, 2013.
Good attendance is essential for school success. Parents are asked to notify the office on the first day of an absence.
Please call the 24-Hour Attendance Answer Machine (484-
5105) or during regular school office hours (7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) at 484-5100. If parents are unable to call, a signed note is required. Any absence without a phone call or written excuse from parents will be recorded as a truancy.
Unexcused Absences or TRUANCY (absent without parent excuse) consequences are as follows:
 First Occurrence: Notify parent and SWAP (Saturday
Work Adjustment Program)
 Second Occurrence: Notify parent, SWAP,
Assistance Plan
 Third Occurrence: Written notification to parent,
SARB referral, and SWAP
 Fourth Occurrence: Written notification to parent,
SARB Referral, and SWAP
Detention or SWAP may be discontinued or supplemented by counseling, conferencing, community resources, and/or alternative program.
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The SARB (School Attendance Review Board) process may begin after three unexcused absence, three tardies over
one-half hour, or ten excused absences. Students are accountable for their absences and tardies. Students with excessive absences and/or tardies will be contacted by the
Dean of Students or the Assistant Principal. Parents will be required to participate in a SART (School Attendance Review
Team) meeting to develop a plan to improve attendance.
Whenever possible, a parent/student should inform the school office of a doctor/dental appointment before the absence. If a medical appointment is during the school day, a parent/guardian must sign the student out and back in when they return to the school office.
School begins at 8:10 a.m. For the best educational benefit, we expect all students to be on time. In case of emergency or unforeseen event, students who are late must report to the tardy room to sign in and receive a pass to class. Once homeroom has concluded, students will be released to their block A class. Parents can only excuse tardies for personal reasons three times during the school year. Doctor/dentist appointments (with note from the doctor/dentist office) will be excused. Students are expected to be in their seat and ready to learn when the passing bell rings. If you are tardy, there will be a consequence from your teacher and/or office.
The passing period should be used to get a drink, use the restroom, etc. Tardiness Consequences per trimester:
Homeroom Tardies:
 First: Lunch ALC
 Second: Lunch ALC or ALC Extra Period, parent notified
 Third: ALC Extra Period; Dean of Students
Conference
 Fourth: ALC Extra Period
 Fifth: SWAP
Classroom Tardies:
 First: Teacher warning, teacher consequences
 Second: Teacher warning, consequences, extra period
 Third, Fourth: Dean of students notified and conferences with student, ALC Extra Period, parent notified

Parents or guardians may call the office and request homework after the third consecutive day of absence.
Parents and students should check the Homework
Hotline each day to learn of missed classroom activity and assignments. The ALJHS Hotline is available 24 hours a day for parents and students wishing to check on homework. Dial 484-5110 and enter the extension
number below to listen to recorded homework assignments.
 Cherokee Homework: 7001
 Nez Perce Homework: 7002
 Hopi Homework: 7003
 Serrano Homework: 8001
 Mohawk Homework: 8002
 Seminole Homework: 8003
 Mr. Eckl 8040
 Mrs. Wynn-Klein
 Mrs. Grenfell
8050
8020
 Physical Education 8070
District guidelines regarding homework for Junior High students suggest that each core subject have 20-30 minutes of homework daily, or approximately 80-120 minutes nightly.
Students are provided a Minder Binder Student Planner to record assignments. All teachers will instruct students on the proper use of the Minder Binder in their classroom. Students are encouraged to use the Homework Hotline when needed.
All students have access to the afterschool Study Hall available on Tuesday and Thursday of each week starting from the time of school dismissal to 3:00 p.m. Students may attend one day, two days, or all three days each week.
Students sign-in and sign-out when they attend. Study Hall is a place to work and get help.
The library is open during lunch for students to use for a quiet place to study, read a book, or do research. Library guidelines include:
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 No food or beverages allowed.
 Quiet voices only.
 A pass is required to go to the library during the school day.
 No more than three books may be checked out at a time for two weeks at a time.
We are fortunate to have two libraries to visit in our community; the Archibald Library (909 477-2721) and the
Paul A. Biane Library (909 477-2720). These libraries host different events throughout the year. You can access the
Rancho Cucamonga Libraries online at http://www.rcpl.lib.ca.us/ . The Rancho Cucamonga Public
Libraries offer a resource for Free Live Homework. The site operates from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and may be accessed at http://www.rcpl.lib.ca.us/ .
Students are responsible for all issued textbooks whether
books are used at school or at home. Textbooks and materials must be returned at the end of the course or upon withdrawal from school. Any student who does not return, or damages textbooks or other materials, will be charged replacement and/or damage costs. Students with outstanding book charges will not receive a grade report card and may be excluded from school activities.
COST TO REPLACE TEXTBOOKS: Holt Language Arts $45.00;
Holt Handbook $25.00; Pre-Algebra and Algebra $69.78;
Medieval and Early Modern Times $60.44, The American
Journey $71.23; Life Science and Physical Science $72.23.
You can access textbooks online with user names and/or passwords that are available on the school website under
PROGRAM RESOURCES.
We have several electronic websites that are useful for both school and home use. We encourage regular use of the following (can also be found on our website):
 Math: www.classzone.com
(pre-algebra to algebra )
 All Subjects: www.khanacademy.org
 All Subjects: www.freerice.com
 Language Arts: Accelerated Reader Home Connect https://Hosted207.renlearn.com/711687/HomeCon nect

 Language Arts: AR Book Find www.arbookfind.com
 AR parent’s guide: http://doc.renlearn.com/kmnet/r004037812GG7B98
.pdf
 Math and Language Arts (comprehension): www.learningupgrade.com
(every student has been assigned a user name and password)
 Math, Science, Language Arts: www.brightstorm.com
 CST Test Preparation: www.starsamplequestions.org
The school year is divided into three trimesters. Trimester report cards will be sent home in November, February, and
May. Six-week progress reports will be sent home with students during the trimester. A progress report or report
card should be expected every six to seven weeks. Parents should contact the school if they do not receive a progress
report or report card.
Academic and Citizenship grades are the following:
 A, B, C, D, and F
 O, S, N, U (Outstanding, Satisfactory, Needs
Improvement, Unsatisfactory)
Excellent grades on your trimester report card will get you on one of three lists for HONOR ROLL:
 Principal’s Honor Roll (4.0 GPA and above)
 Honor Roll (3.5-3.99 GPA)
 Honorable Mention (3.0-3.49 GPA)
Participation in the eighth grade promotion ceremony and promotional activities is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the prescribed seventh and eighth grade program and meet the minimum requirements set forth in
Assembly Bill 1626 and district Board Policy 5123. By May 1, students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 1.6 and maintain satisfactory citizenship and
behavior as determined by the school. Students not eligible for eighth grade promotion ceremony and/or promotional activities are required to continue attendance at school during such activities. Activities include events and field trips.
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Both seventh and eighth graders who have F’s on their report card or fall below a 2.0 GPA will need to complete an
Intervention Plan and Conference Summary to include:
 Attendance at either S.T.E.P. (Support Toward Eighth grade Promotion) 8 th grade support class or Z.A.P
(Zeros Aren’t Permitted) 7 th grade support class as a seventh period.
 Complete a Learning Upgrade Course in
Comprehension and/or Pre-Algebra.
 Study Hall if not attending STEP or ZAP
 Re-Evaluation regarding current Elective Class and proper placement for additional support.
 Weekly or Daily Progress Monitoring
Our Learning Targets are specific essential learning components that a student must master in order to demonstrate proficiency with State Standards. The targets are designed to be simple, clear learning expectations that are within reach. They are written in student friendly language, but include key content and academic language so the student knows exactly what they need to learn to meet that target. The ultimate goal is that when students know exactly what they are expected to learn, they can focus their efforts and be successful. A copy of grade level specific
Learning Targets will be given to each student to keep in his/her Minder Binder. Learning Targets can be found on our school website under the Program Resources tab.
LEARNING UPGRADE: All students will be provided a user name and password to access our school-wide and home license for Learning Upgrade courses in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, or Comprehension. Learning Upgrade is a tutorial internet software program to improve student’s understanding in critical subjects. Learning Upgrade is also used as part of our
POW WOW INTERACTIVE Elective Wheel program, as well as part of homework assignments. Students may access the program free of charge.
The ALJH Physical Education program includes fitness, team and individual sports, nutrition, and health. The physical education program supports literacy through written assignments. Seventh grade students participate in the
California State Fitness Test. Both seventh and eighth grade students complete the Presidential Challenge Physical
Fitness Program each spring. The official uniform for physical

education is available for purchase through P.E. classes or at the registration pick-up day in July.
 P.E. Shorts: Labeled with first initial/last name clearly visible on front: $10.00.
 P.E. Shirts: Labeled with first initial/last name clearly visible on front: $10.00
 White socks and Athletic Shoes are required. Cold weather sweats are optional.
Students will be assigned a locker in the P.E. locker room. Students are responsible for keeping his/her locker locked at all times and maintaining the contents within.
Students are not allowed to bring spray deodorant, cologne, or perfumes. Roll-on or stick deodorants are permitted.
Prohibited items will be confiscated at the student’s expense and may also face disciplinary actions. Teachers will not be responsible for articles left unsecured. There is no sharing of lockers for any reason.
Cameras (including those on cell phones) are never allowed in the locker room. Students may face serious consequences for having or using cameras in the locker room.
WARRIORS OF THE TRIMESTER: Each trimester students from each tribe are chosen by their teachers as Warriors of the
Trimester. They must have earned a GPA of at least 3.75, have outstanding citizenship, and never received a class or school suspension. These students and families are invited to the Warriors of the Trimester Honors Breakfast at the end of the trimester.
WARRIORS OF THE WEEK: Students are nominated by teachers for excellent behavior, citizenship, kindness, and scholarship and voted on by the entire teaching staff. Their names are posted on the School Marquee.
WARRIOR WRITERS OF THE MONTH: Each month tribe teachers nominate two students as Warrior Writers of the
Month. Parents are informed of this honor in a letter from the principal. Students are invited to the principal’s office where they are given their award. The student writing is posted in the lobby of the office for the month.
POSITIVE CONFERENCES: Each trimester students from each tribe are nominated by their teachers for positive recognition.
They are invited to a celebration hosted by the dean of students and their tribe teachers where they receive a
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UNREFERRALS: Individual teachers nominate students for a variety of reasons for special recognition from the principal, assistant principal, or dean of students. Students are called to the office to be recognized.
WARRIORS WINNING WITH LEARNING UPGRADE: Students who earn either a bronze, silver, or gold certification level on
Learning Upgrade (comprehension or math) are called to the office to receive a tag for each level achieved to be placed on a collection bracelet. Students also receive a front of the line pass and a picture is posted in the principal’s office. Students are qualified for an end of trimester drawing for gift certificates according to his/her level of accomplishment.
A TEAM: To qualify for A Team membership a student must demonstrate commitment to Academics (GPA of 3.5 or above, or a .5 improvement), Attendance (no absences or tardies), Activities (membership in a minimum of two clubs or proof of attendance at four activities), Attitude (no N’s or U’s on report card, no suspensions), and Athletics (team member in after-school sports program or regular attendance in Noon
Sports). You must qualify in a least three of the five categories to join the A Team. A Team members will receive an A Team ID Card that provides special school-wide incentives.
To become a member of this honor society, a student must qualify by earning a minimum of 8 points in academic classes.
An “A” is worth 3 points, and a “B” counts as 1 point (a “B” in
Algebra 1 counts as 2 points). In addition, students must earn a grade of C or better in P.E. and their elective. An N or U in citizenship will disqualify a student. Students must complete an application and pay dues ($2.00) to join each trimester. To earn a CJSF Honor Award as an eighth grader and wear a special medallion at promotion, students must be a member for a combined minimum of four trimesters total (two in seventh grade and two in eighth grade.)
PERFECT ATTENDANCE AWARD: Students must be at school every day to receive this award. Students who are on
Alternative Study Contracts do not qualify for the award.
EXCELLENCE IN READING AWARD: Students who earn this award have read a minimum of one million words as

evidenced by weekly Reading Calendars, and they have earned a minimum of 100 points.
AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP AWARD: Sponsored by the National
Association of Elementary and Secondary School Principals, this award honors middle school students who follow the rules and conduct themselves appropriately and generally embody the Golden Rule. Students must earn outstanding citizenship in five out of six classes for the first two trimesters of the year.
ALJHS SCHOLAR AWARD: Students earn this award if they have a cumulative (7 th and 8 th grade) GPA of 3.0 or above.
This award is for persistent achievers who have worked hard and have consistently demonstrated academic excellence.
SCHOLAR ATHLETES: ALJHS belongs to the Baldy View
Athletic League. Our league sponsors awards to athletes who also maintain excellent scholarship. Students must maintain a
3.5 or above GPA while participating in a league sport.
PRESIDENT’S AWARD FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE:
Sponsored by the United States Department of Education and the National Association of Elementary and Secondary School
Principals, these awards are presented to students recognizing them for academic excellence. Criteria include:
 GPA of 3.5 or better in 7 th and 8 th grade
 Scored Advanced on CST for Language Arts or Math
PRESIDENT’S AWARD FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT:
Also sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and
National Association of Elementary and Secondary School
Principals. Criteria include:
 GPA of 3.5 or better in 7 th and 8 th grade
 Scored Proficient on CST for Language Arts or Math
CLUBS: There are many clubs to join at Alta Loma Junior High.
Early in August, students are introduced to the numerous club opportunities during a lunch time activity. Students may join the club that day or get involved any time during the year. For students who would like to start a club, they are required to seek approval through the blue-slip process after securing a staff facility advisor. Clubs include: Buddy Club,
Science Club, Crew 4 Christ, Bowling Club, Project Runway
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Club, Movie Club, CJSF, Dance Club, Bike and Hike Club, Sweet
Intentions Club, A TEAM, F.O.R. CLUB (Friends of Rachel) and many others.
DANCES: We have several dances throughout the year for students to attend. Students must be eligible and follow all school rules. Students purchase tickets on the stage area at lunch prior to the dance. Student backpacks are stored in designated areas behind the seats in the amphitheater. A snack bar is provided. Students need to be prepared for snack bar purchases in that they will not be allowed to return to his/her backpack area once the dance has started. Students need to abide by the following rules:
 Appropriate dancing only without bodies touching.
 Stay within the boundaries: MPR and Amphitheater
 Use MPR restrooms only
 Respect the decorations and don’t touch
 Arrange for pick-up at 4:00 p.m. when the dance ends
 Have safe fun!
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES: The Warrior Conduct Code applies to all school activities. These rules are designed to allow a school to meet its obligation to educate students and maintain a safe and orderly environment. To achieve this goal, students are required to follow these rules.
 Respect ALL staff and follow ALL directions given
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Respect property and the rights of others
 Come prepared to learn with proper supplies
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Walk to and from class during passing periods
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Follow all health and safety rules (no jaywalking, cutting through parking lots, spitting, running on campus)
 Keep my hands and feet to myself, “Hands-Off”. (No pushing, hitting, or physical contact of any kind, including play fighting, pulling on backpacks, faking to hit, holding hands, kissing, etc.)
 Put all litter and trash in the trashcans, especially at the conclusion of lunch
 Enter school at the 7:50 a.m. bell and go directly to the amphitheater or quad area and remain within the red and green lines
 Exit campus and grounds within 15 minutes of the end of the school day or school activity

 Remain on campus from the time of arrival until dismissal unless checked out through the office
 Do all of my own work. Copying, plagiarizing, and cheating are prohibited
 Bring gum to school or chew gum on school grounds
 Eat candy except at lunchtime unless given teacher permission
 Take food or drinks out of the lunch areas unless given teacher permission
 Bring cameras, MP3 Players, I-Pods, radios, electronic devices, laser pointers, beepers, pagers, toys, cards, skateboards, roller blades, or other playthings to school. If an object has no academic purpose, leave it home
 Bring dangerous objects of any kind
 Ride bicycles, skateboards, or roller blades on campus before, during, or after school
 Mark-up or damage school, staff, or other students’ property
 Bring candy or other items to school for sale
 Leave class without a hall pass provided by a staff member
 Use cell phones before, during, or after school on campus. This includes passing periods, lunch time, and when using restrooms. Cell phones are not to be used, visible, or turned on during school hours and school activities. CELL PHONES MUST BE KEPT
IN STUDENT’S BACKPACK!
According to Ed Code 48900, bullying means any
severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including communications made in writing or by means of an electronic act, and including one or more acts committed by a pupil or group of pupils as defined in Section 48900.2 .
Our goal at ALJHS is to provide a safe and productive educational experience. One of the deterrents to that goal is bullying. Students who bully will be investigated, counseled, and placed on a progressive discipline and consequence plan.
Students may have cell phones on campus, however, they must be turned off and out of sight while on campus or at school activities. If cell phones are used as cameras, students will be disciplined for being in possession of/or use of a camera on campus. Cameras are prohibited on campus. Cell
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school day. A student claiming that a cell phone “fell out of a pocket” is not an excuse to have a cell phone out. Cell phones that are visible or are “on” while on campus or during school activities will be confiscated, labeled with the student’s name, and placed in the main office until the
parent takes possession. Neither Alta Loma Junior High
School nor the Alta Loma School District is responsible for lost and stolen cell phones.
 First Offense: Confiscation; Warning to student;
Parent must pick up phone in office; violation recorded as warning.
 Second Offense: Confiscation; Student will serve two days after school detention; Parent to pick up phone in office; violation recorded in discipline record.
 Third Offense: Confiscation; SWAP assigned; Parent to pick up phone in office; violation recorded in discipline record.
 Fourth Offense: Confiscation; in-school suspension for 1 day 48900 (k); parent must pick up phone; violation recorded in discipline record.
After the fourth offense, students who violate cell phones/electronic devices policy will have their phone confiscated and returned to parent. Students will lose privilege of having items on school campus.
Serious offenses involving use of cell phones may result in immediate consequences including suspension or expulsion from school.
Students are allowed to use an electronic reader on campus only when the Electronic Reader
Permission Form is completed, signed, and returned to the office. Forms are available in the office. The District will not be held responsible for damages related to the e-reader or content viewed by any student on the e-reader.
Students are encouraged to wear appropriate school clothing.
A student may not remain in the classroom dressed in a manner which:
 Creates a safety hazard for said student or for others;
 Constitutes a serious or unnecessary distraction to the learning process;

 Causes a classroom or campus disruption or is in conflict with the District’s goals and guidelines in the prevention of substance abuse and gang activity.
Hats must be worn for sun protection only, bill forward and
removed indoors. Professional sports team logos are not allowed. Hair nets, hats without bills, distracting hair styles and/or color, or other types of head coverings are not allowed. Sweatshirt hoods may be worn in P.E. only when appropriate or when raining.
Clothing that advocates, advertises, or represents any type of alcohol, drugs, cigarettes or smoking, or acts which are illegal, obscene, sexually explicit or suggestive, depicts weapons or violence, or depicts hazards to one’s health is not allowed.
Clothing that has been traditionally identified as gang attire
are not allowed including sagging pants, sweatbands, bandanas, gloves with cut-out fingers, cut-off shorts with knee high socks, hanging belts or chains, suspenders off the shoulder, or gang-related initials on belt buckles. Professional sports team logos or city names are not allowed.
All clothing should be clean and in good condition. Pants with holes that have not been patched are not allowed.
Clothing must not be revealing. This includes strapless, halter, or off-the shoulder tops, bare midriffs, bare backs, tank tops with straps less than one-inch wide, tops exposing cleavage, racer-back tops, shorts or skirts exposing posterior, see through clothing, or any clothing that does not cover undergarments.
 Pajamas and slippers are not allowed.
 Shoes must be worn at all times.
 Jewelry and other accessories that create a safety hazard or distraction are not allowed.
 Earrings are the only body piercing jewelry allowed; no spikes or sharp points.
 Only prescription glasses may be worn inside school buildings.
 P.E. uniforms will not be worn in class without administrative approval.
 Attire deemed inappropriate by school administration is not allowed.
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Activities such as dances, sporting events, extracurricular field trips, and after school activities are all privileges that ALJH students enjoy. Students on the Restricted List will not be permitted to attend any such special school activities.
Students will be added to the Restricted List for the following reasons:
 Administrative Suspension (In-school suspensions included)
 Saturday Work Adjustment Program (SWAP)
 Final Grade Report with “F” in any class or 2
Citizenship Marks of “N” or “U”
For each day of suspension, a student will be placed on the Restricted List for 10 school days. This includes
In-School Suspension.
 1 day Suspension= 10 school days on Restricted List
 2 days Suspension= 20 school days on Restricted List
For each day of SWAP a student will be placed on the
Restricted List for 5 school days.
Student grades and citizenship will be checked at the mid-trimester and at the end of each trimester. Students may be added to, or removed from, the Restricted List at this time. Student grades will be checked at the 9 th week to see if they are eligible to be removed at this time.
 Discipline Restricted List assignments will start the day the discipline was administered.
 If repeated offenses occur while the student is on the Restricted List, the assigned time will be served consecutively.
 A student may not be eligible to be removed from the Restricted List if that is part of his/her Behavior
Contract
 An 8 th grade student who commits his/her first behavior offense that places him/her on the
Restricted List during the promotional activities may petition the assistant principal for campus service hours.

Counsel: (C)
 Investigate and/or analyze first offense
Conduct Code Citation: (CCC- written by any staff member)
 2 Warnings per year on each minor infraction
 3rd & 4 th citation on a similar infraction results in an
ALC Extra Period assignment
 5 th citation results in a SWAP assignment and
Behavior Contract
ALC Extra Period: (Alternative Learning Center- ALC)
(assigned by administrator)
 Notice must be signed by parent before Extra Period can be served
 No Show after two days results in SWAP assignment
Extra Period: (EP- assigned by teacher)
 Notice must be signed by parent before Extra Period can be served
 If Extra Period is not served on the assigned day, the teacher may reassign the Extra Period or assign ALC
ALC REFERRAL: (Alternative Learning Center) (assigned by teacher) Teacher/Class Suspension
 Parent contacted by teacher
 3 rd ALC Referral in a trimester results in a SWAP assignment
 2 ALC Referrals in one day results in office referral for possible SWAP or suspension
Saturday Work Adjustment Program (SWAP): (assigned by administrator) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Saturday
 Parent contacted by administrator and notice sent
 Placement on the Restricted List for one week
 No show results in suspension (in-school or out-ofschool)
In-School Suspension: (ISS- ALC administrative assignment)
 Parent contacted by administrator and notice sent
 Placement on the Restricted List, 2 weeks for each day suspended.
Suspension from School: (SS) (assigned by administrator)
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 Parent contacted by administrator and notice sent
 Placement on the Restricted List, 2 weeks for each day suspended
Expulsion from School: (ES) (assigned by principal and
Expulsion Review Panel, School Board recommendation)
 Parent contacted by administrator, suspension notice sent home.
 Meeting arranged with District Administrator to extend suspension.
 District Office, Expulsion Review Panel, School Board recommendations
Repeated disciplinary actions may lead to a referral to the:
 Rancho Cucamonga School Attendance Review
Board (SARB) for determining a behavior plan or an alternative placement
 Police Contact (PC) with the Rancho Cucamonga
Sheriffs Department to issue a citation
Suspension is the removal of a student from ongoing instruction for safety and adjustment purposes.
Reasons for suspension are set forth in Education Code
48900. A pupil may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the pupil has:
1.
Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person.
2.
Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object.
3.
Possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of any controlled substance, an alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind.
4.
Offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, intoxicant of any kind, or a substance represented as such.
5.
Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.
6.
Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property.
7.
Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property.
8.
Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or nicotine.
9.
Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.
10.
Possessed or offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia.
11.
Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators,

school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.
12.
Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.
13.
Possessed an imitation firearm.
14.
Engaged in sexual harassment such as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
15.
Caused or attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in any act of hate violence.
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Intentionally engaged in harassment, threats or intimidation.
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Engaged in, or attempted to engage in, hazing as defined in Section 32050.
18.
Aided or abetted the infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury to another person.
19.
Terrorist threats against school officials or school property, or both.
20.
Engaged in an act of bullying including but not limited to bullying by means of an electronic act.
A pupil may be suspended or expelled for acts that are related to a school activity or attendance that occurs at any time, including, but not limited to, any of the following:
While on school grounds; while going to or coming from school; during the lunch period whether on or off the campus; and/or during, or while going to or coming from a school sponsored activity as per Education Code 48900(s).
Students are expected to follow the rules regarding Internet and Technology use. Technology and the Internet are to be used in support of research and educational objectives consistent with the educational objectives of Alta Loma
School District schools. Equipment and Internet access are provided for educational purposes and may only be used after parents have provided permission (registration packet) to access Electronic Information Resources.
 Students will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to websites or emails beyond those
permitted.
 Students will not post personal contact information about themselves or other people.
 Students will not modify hardware or software, change system settings, change file names, download software, or delete files not specifically authorized by a faculty member.
 Students will not use obscene, vulgar, rude, threatening, disrespectful language or personal
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Academic Honesty is:
 Using the Internet and other library materials for insight and research. Reword and paraphrase to record information.
 Working together and discussing an assignment with classmates to develop ideas then writing papers and completing assignments independently.
 Studying for test with notes. Sharing ideas and notes on the material with classmates in preparation for the quiz or test.
 Making sure not to share test information with other students after taking the test.
 Taking responsibility for a missing assignment.
 Making sure your parent/guardian signs paperwork that requires a signature.
Academic Dishonesty is:
 Copying words, phrases or sentences from any source including classmate’s papers, notes, projects, lab notes, essays, computer resources and worksheets.
 Using any type of aide to assist during tests beyond what is allowed by the teacher (cheat sheets, text messages, wandering eyes, talking, falsifying scores, etc.)
 Sharing test or quiz information between classes or at lunch.
 Having someone else sign school paperwork that requires parent/guardian signature.

Consequences for Academic Dishonesty:
 First Offense: Consult with teacher who assigns consequences and makes contact parent.
 Second Offense: Consult with teacher and parent contact made. Teacher may assign discipline or refer students to office.
 Third Offense: Consult with teacher and parent contact made. Teacher may assign discipline or refer students to office.
 Additional Offenses: Consult with teacher and referral to office for discipline. o First Office Referral: SWAP o Additional Office Referral: SWAP or/and
Suspension
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