Jay County High School
2015-2016
JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
2072 West State Road 67
Portland, Indiana 47371
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Accidents………………….
Administration…………….
Administration of Medication
at School………………..
AHERA Annual Notice…..
Alternative Placement
Center (APC)…………..
Arriving Late………………
Athletic Tickets…………..
Attendance Guidelines….
Book Bags……………….
Bullying…………………..
Bus Regulations………….
Cafeteria Procedures……
Change of Schedule….…
Cheating/Plagiarism…….
Civil Rights Equal
Opportunity & Nondiscrimination
Assurance Statement…
Clubs, Activities, & Student
Representation………...
Counselors……………….
Daily Schedules………….
Dance Regulations……….
Delinquent Accounts &
Returned Check Policy…..
Directory Information……….
Discipline Policy &
Student Code of
Conduct………………....
Dress Code……………….
Drug Testing Policy……..
Electronic Device Usage
at School…………….…
Expulsion…………………
Expulsion Procedures……
Federal Educational Rights
& Privacy Act (FERPA)
Availability of Student
Records Protection of
Pupil Rights……………………..
Friday Night School (FNS)…
GQE/ISTEP Waiver………
Graduation Requirements…
Grounds for Suspension
or Expulsion………………
Harassment…………………
Homework Policy………….
Honor Roll………………….
Illness at School…………..
Jay County High School
Crest……………………..
IMC (Library)………………
Infractions Chart…………
Internet Access
Agreement…………….
Job Shadowing &
College Visits…………
Keeping At-Risk Students in
School (KARRS)……….
Leaving Early……………
Locker & Desk Inspection
Policy & Rules….………
Lost & Found……………
Make-Up Work………….
Mission Statements…….
Office Phones…………..
Operator’s License/Permit
Restriction Rules……...
Phone…………………….
Planned Absence Request……
Prom……………………………..
Protection of Pupil Rights
Amendment (PPRA)………….
Re-enrolling…………………….
Reporting Absences…………..
Saturday School (SS)………….
School Closings & Delay………
School Insurance……………..
School Song………………….
Search & Seizure…………….
Special Programs…………….
Student Council & Class
Officers……………………….
Student Vehicle Registration,
Driving, & Parking Rules……
Student Volunteers……………
Suspension…………………….
Suspension & Alternative
Placement Procedures……….
TAP (In School Suspension)…..
Technology Mission Statement…
Technology Use Guidelines……
Thursday Night School (TNS)…….
Tobacco and Tobacco Products…
Tornado Drills/Fire Drills…………..
Valuables…………………………..
Visitors……………………………..
Welcome To Jay County
High School………………………
Withdrawal from Classes…………
Work Permit Guidelines……….….
STUDENT-ATHLETE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Accountability of Violations……….
Athletic Awards Policy……………
Athletic Council……………………
Athletic Discipline Code…………..
Athletic Eligibility……. …………..
Athletic Insurance……………….
Canceling or Postponing
Scheduled Games……………..
Canceling Scheduled
Practices…………………………
Changing Sports…………………..
Ejection from an Athletic
Contest………………………….
Eligibility…………………………..
Games…………………………….
Goals………………………………
Inclement Weather
Conditions…………..
Managers, Statisticians, &
Student Trainers……….
Membership……………….
Mission……………………….
Playing 2 IHSAA Sports in the
Same Season Philosophy………
Suspension from School………….
Transportation…………………….
JAY COUNTY
HIGH SCHOOL
2015-2016
JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
2072 W. ST. RD. 67
PORTLAND, IN 47371
PHONE
Jay County High School……………………………………………………...….260-726-9306
To report absences………………………………………………………..……..260-726-6600
………………………………………………………………………….……….or 260-726-6223
Fax for Doctors Notes ………………………..…………………………………260-726-9760
Long distance……………………………………………………………………..800-488-7001
NUMBERS FOR HELP
Jay County High School…………………………………………………………260-726-9306
AIDS Hotline………………………………………………………………………800-848-2437
National Drug and Alcohol Abuse………………………………………………800-203-3602
National Runaway …………………………………………………….…………800-621-4000
National Teen Suicide…………………………………………………….……..888-999-0794
Youth Service Bureau……………………………………………….…………..260-726-8520
Comp. Mental Health………………………………………………..…….……..260-726-9348
C.M.H.S. Emergencies…………………………………………………………..800-333-2647
Planned Parenthood……………………………………………………………..260-726-4822
Child Abuse Hotline………………………………………800-843-5678 TDD 800-826-7653
Pregnancy Care Center……………………………………..…………………..260-726-8636
Crime Stoppers…………………………………………………..……………….800-797-8189
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS HANDBOOK,
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR BUILDING PRINCIPAL.
JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION MISSION
STATEMENT
“In partnership with our families and the community, the mission of the Jay School
Corporation is to provide a quality educational program, which causes each student to
think, reason, and communicate and make positive contributions to our community.”
JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL MISSION
The mission of Jay County High School is to empower students to develop their
individual potential by acquiring the knowledge skills, and values needed to contribute to
a healthy, productive, diverse, global community.
WELCOME TO JAY COUNTY HIGH
SCHOOL
It is our pleasure to welcome you to Jay County High School. You are about to begin a
new and exciting year. Your success and the success of our academic and activity
programs depend upon your active participation. We personally expect each and every
one of you to have a great year, and we are looking forward to knowing you and
working with you. This student handbook has been prepared to acquaint you with your
school. Please read over the rules and policies. Each rule has been given careful
thought, and we feel that these rules and policies are essential for the welfare of all
concerned. All staff members have the authority to enforce these rules and policies and
to give direction to students when necessary. We trust that you are looking forward to a
great year. Take pride in yourself and your school. This school year can and will be the
best ever for you if we all work together to achieve that goal.
CIVIL RIGHTS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND
NONDISCRIMINATION ASSURANCE
STATEMENT
Jay School Corporation will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, or handicapping condition, including limited English proficiency, in
its educational programs or employment policies as required by state and federal laws.
For further information, contact-
DISTRICT COORDINATOR FOR
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES
TITLE VI & IX COORDINATOR
Section 504
Homeless and ESL students
Mrs. Annie VanHorn- DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
1976 W TYSON ROAD
Portland, Indiana 47371
(260) 726-2511
ANTI-HARASSMENT COMPLAINT COORDINATOR
JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
Dr. Tim Long- SUPERINTENDENT
1976 W Tyson Road
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9341
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DAILY SCHEDULES
You may enter the building beyond the front doors at 8:00 a.m. Students not engaged
in supervised activity are expected to leave the building by 3:20 p.m.
BLOCK
1
2
3
ACTIVITY
TIME
Class
8:10 – 9:25
Class
9:30 – 10:45
A Lunch
Class
11:20 – 12:35
10:45-11:15
Class
10:50 – 12:05
4
5
Class
Class
1 Hour Delay Schedule
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
A Lunch
11:20 – 11:50 (Lunch)
B Lunch
11:25 – 12:30 (Class)
Block 4
Block 5
9:10 – 10:15
10:20 – 11:20
11:55 – 1:00 (Class)
12:30 - 1:00 (Lunch)
1:05 - 2:05
2:10 - 3:15
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B Lunch
12:05-12:35
12:40 - 1:55
2:00 – 3:15
2 Hour Delay Schedule
Block 1
Block 3
A Lunch
11:00 – 11:30 (Lunch)
B Lunch
11:05 – 11:55 (Class)
Block 2
Block 4
Block 5
3 Hour Delay Schedule
Block 1
A Lunch
11:15 - 11:45 (Lunch)
B Lunch
12:05 – 12:35 (Lunch)
Block 1
Block 2
Block 4
Block 5
Activity Period Schedule
Block 1
Activity Period
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
A Lunch
11:10 – 11:40 (Lunch)
B Lunch
11:15 – 12:20 (Class)
Block 4
Block 5
10:10 – 11:00
11:35 – 12:25 (Class)
11:55 – 12:25 (Lunch)
12:30 - 1:20
1:25 - 2:15
2:20 - 3:15
11:10 – 11:15
11:20 – 12:05 (Class)
11:50 - 12:35 (Class)
12:40 - 1:30
1:35 - 2:25
2:30 - 3:20
3:25 - 4:15
8:10 – 8:15
8:15 – 8:45
8:50 – 9:45
9:50 – 10:45
11:45 – 12:50 (Class)
12:20 – 12:50 (Lunch)
12:55 - 2:00
2:05 - 3:15
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SCHOOL SONG
Cheer, Cheer, for Jay County High
Show us your spirit, show us your pride.
Write our name in history
By backing our team to victory.
Patriots come and rise to the call.
Red, White, and Blue means pride to us all.
Lift your loyal banners high
And fight for Jay County High.
SCHOOL COLORS
Red, White, and Blue
MASCOT
Patriot
THE JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL CREST
The Jay County High School Crest was designed in 1975 to reflect the consolidation of
the five remaining high schools in Jay County at that time. Those schools were Bryant
High School, Dunkirk High School, Redkey High School, Pennville High School and
Portland High School. Prior to 1976 there had been three other high schools, Gray High
School, Madison Township High School and Poling High School, that had already been
consolidated with the last remaining five schools.
The Jay County High School Crest is designed with a shield in the center surrounded by
fleur-de-lis, the Jay County High School name at the bottom in a banner and an
American patriot at the top. A shield has long been a symbol of a warrior’s power and
was always designed with things of importance to him.
The American patriot looking down from the top of the crest is the mascot of the school.
This was an appropriate choice in that the first students to graduate from Jay County
High School were members of the Class of 1976. This year marked the 200th
Anniversary of the founding of the United State of America. The 76 in the patriot’s hat
denotes the founding year of our school.
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The shield is divided into four parts with each having the following meaning:
Top-left: The five hands are pictured as one flower and stand for the five high
schools that were consolidated to form Jay County High School.
Bottom-left: The Book-of-Knowledge lays open and is embossed with the initials
J C, standing for Jay County. It is our hope that Jay County High School provides
as much knowledge as possible in order to start our students down the path to
their futures.
Top-right: A pioneer cabin serves as a symbol to the early pioneers that settled
in Jay County.
Bottom-right: The bottom-right section contains the picture of patriot John Jay.
John Jay was the first chief-justice of the United States Supreme Court. Our
county is named for this founding father.
ADMINISTRATION
Mr. Chad Dodd................................................................................ Principal
Mr. Steve Boozier ............................... Assistant Principal / Athletic Director
Mr. James Myers ..............................Assistant Principal / Dean of Students
These are your administrators; introduce yourself to them. Feel free to come in and ask
questions, or talk with them about concerns, ideas, etc. that you may have.
COUNSELORS
J.C.H.S. has four counselors who are most willing to assist you with any problems you
may have. See them before the problems become major. Counselors are assigned
according to last names for scheduling only. You may see another counselor for
personal problems.
Mrs. Vickie Reitz ........................................................... Director of Guidance
Mrs. Julie Szymczak ................................................................................ A-G
Mrs. Kristin Millspaugh .... ……………………………………………….……H-N
................................................................................................................. O-Z
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2015-2016 STUDENT COUNCIL
AND CLASS OFFICERS
2015-2016 Student Council Officers
Student Council President……………………………………......………. Anne Vormohr
Student Council Vice-President………………………………………………..Sophie Bader
Student Council Secretary……………………………………………………Megan Wellman
Student Council Treasurer……………………………………………………..Gabbie Mann
Student Council Sergeant At Arms……………………………………………Abby Wendel
Student Council Historian………………………………………………….… Jamie Valentine
Class of 2016
Senior Class President………………………………………………..……….Robert Myers
Senior Class Vice- President………………………………………..………..Sophie Bader
Senior Class Secretary……………………………………………………..…Shayla Bogard
Senior Class Treasurer….………………………………………………………. Ava Kunkler
Class of 2017
Junior Class President…………………………………………............….Jacob Geesaman
Junior Class Vice- President……………………………………..……............Britlyn Dues
Junior Class Secretary…………………………………………………………Erika Kunkler
Junior Class Treasurer………………………………………………….........…Jared Wright
Class of 2018
Sophomore Class President.………………………………….………….......... Lucy Laux
Sophomore Class Vice- President………………………...………………..…… Alex Bader
Sophomore Class Secretary…………………………………….……………… Breea Liette
Sophomore Class Treasurer…………………………………………………Mitchell Frasher
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CLUBS, ACTIVITIES, & STUDENT
REPRESENTATION
I.
CLUBS
*With administrative approval, sponsors may establish reasonable academic
standards for participation in clubs, activities, & all other student organizations.
BEST BUDDIES – This club is open to all students and the clubs main goal is to create
friendships among students with and without disabilities. Best Buddies meets during
activity periods and has one main activity each month. Members are expected to attend
all of the meetings and activities.
DRAMA CLUB - This club is for students interested in performing and/or producing
stage performances. Club activities include seasonal parties.
EARTH WATCH CLUB - The purpose of this club is to promote awareness and concern
for the environment by doing a lot of volunteer work at the high school and throughout
the community. Meetings are mandatory, and are held weekly in the fall and spring,
and monthly throughout the rest of the school year. Some Saturday work may be
involved. Activities include: Earth Week festivities, Earth Day presentations, fund
raisers to support the outdoor classroom, planting of trees, the recycling program, and
presenting environmental issues to the elementary schools on Earth Day. Membership
is open to all students who are willing to devote their time and energy to Mother Earth.
Dues are $2.00. Awards will be given to students who participate in 70% of the
functions.
FFA - Members must be AG-Education students and pay $15.00 dues, refundable if the
student attends at least 70% of the meetings works one shift at the fair, and participates
in the parent-member banquet. Meetings are monthly and are held during extended
homerooms and in the evening. FFA members participate in many local, state, and
national activities and competitions including judging teams, leadership activities, field
trips, summer camps, Jay County Fair activities, and a parent-member banquet.
FRENCH CONNECTION - This club meets during activity periods with occasional lunch
meetings. It is open to students currently enrolled in French or those who have
completed at least two years of French. Members participate in several French-related
activities including various seasonal parties as well as dining in a French restaurant.
As part of our community outreach, we prepare and serve French food on Mardi Gras
and invite the public to come and purchase our French creations. There are no dues at
this time, but you will be expected to participate in a club fund raiser to help earn money
to help with bus expenses and other expenses relative to our activities.
GERMAN CLUB - This club meets once a month and is open to students currently
enrolled in German or those who have completed at least two years of German.
Members participate in several German-related activities including various seasonal
parties as well as dining in a German restaurant. Dues are $2.00.
INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN SOCIETY - This is a Theater-Arts honorary society.
Membership is for the serious drama student and is by invitation only. Points toward
membership are earned by participating in school drama productions. Dining out, as
well as participating in school plays are the activities. International membership dues of
$17.00 are required.
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JUNIOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE (JCL) - The purpose of this club is to promote the study
of Latin as well as the study of Roman civilization. Meetings are at various times during
the year. The members participate in several local, state, and national competitions and
activities.
MUSIC CONNECTIONS, PATRIOT EDITION, DANZA CANTATE - These are musical
performance groups that perform at several community functions as well as a major
performance trip every other year. Patriot Edition and Danza Cantate have competitions
which require commitment to extra rehearsals. All choir members are required to
participate in 3 concerts each year. Other activities include singing, dancing, and
acting. Membership in Patriot Edition and Danza Cantate is by tryout, which is held
each spring. A costume fee is required.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY - NHS is more than just an honor roll. The Honor
Society chapter establishes rules for membership that are based upon a student's
outstanding performance in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
These criteria for selection form the foundation upon which the organization and its
activities are built. Membership is by invitation and requirements are a 3.25 G.P.A. by
the 2nd semester of their sophomore year. An application must be completed
demonstrating the student’s character, leadership and service qualities. There is a
$5.00 due to help pay for certificates and graduation cords.
SPANISH CLUB - Membership is open to students currently enrolled in Spanish, or
those who have successfully completed 2 years of Spanish. Dues are $2.00 and
activities include Mexican meals, caroling, breaking piñatas, bowling, skating,
swimming, carry-ins, and a King’s Island trip. Spanish culture is also studied as a part
of the club activities.
STUDENT PUBLICATIONS – This club is responsible for production of the school
newspaper and yearbook. You may join the staff once you have successfully completed
the Journalism I course. This club requires time after school as well as coving sporting
events, plays, etc.
II.
ACTIVITIES
ACADEMIC COMPETITION - These “teams” compete in Academic Super Bowl.
Membership is open to student’s grades 9 - 12. There are no dues. Practices and
competitions are scheduled throughout the year.
ARCHERY – See Sponsor for information regarding this activity.
BAND - Band is open to student’s grades 9 - 12. J.C.H.S. participates in many local,
state, and national events, including playing at ballgames, marching contests, and
concerts. Previous membership in band is required.
INTRAMURALS - Intramurals are open to student’s grades 9 - 12 and include such
activities as organized bowling, basketball, and volleyball. Sign-up periods for the
various sports are announced 2 - 3 weeks before leagues start. Cost is free except for
bowling which is $4.00 per night.
PATRIOT GUARD - Membership in Patriot Guard is by audition only, which is held in
the spring. Practice is during class time as well as outside of class and credit is earned.
Any girl is eligible to audition at any grade level. The guard participates with the
Marching Band at contests and may also participate in guard contests. Guard members
are required to be in the summer competitive season and also must be a member of the
class during the school year.
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ROBOTICS – VEX-This club stresses STEM Education. STEM stands for science,
technology, engineering, and math. The sole purpose of robotics is to build robots and
compete against other schools. Competitions are held on Saturdays. You must win the
Sate/Regional Competitions to qualify for World’s Competition. FIRST ROBOTICS–
This is break off the VEX Robotics. FIRST competes with larger size robots and has a 6
week build time. It starts the 1st week in January and starts competing in 6 weeks. The
FIRST Team is limited in size. To be a part of FIRST, you must compete in VEX. The
team will be selected by the mentors of the robotics team.
WORK ETHIC CERTIFICATE - With the assistance of the Chamber of Commerce and
Work One, this group is here to help prepare students for the job market. By sharing
with students what business and industry needs from students, students can earn points
toward a certificate that is recognized and desired by employers.
III. STUDENT REPRESENTATION
JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS - The role of the Junior Class officers is to organize the
class to put on the prom. They meet about once a month during school and frequently
after school as prom-time nears in the spring. Officers are elected in the spring prior to
their junior year and must meet guidelines established for elected class officers by the
Student Council.
SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS - Class officers are elected in the spring prior to the senior
year, and candidates must meet criteria established by student council. The
responsibilities of the class officers are to organize activities of the senior class. Senior
T-shirt sales and the sponsoring of dances are included in regular activities.
SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS - Class officers are elected in the spring prior to the
sophomore year, and candidates must meet criteria established by student council. The
responsibilities of the class officers are to organize activities of the sophomore class.
Sophomore T-shirt sales and the sponsoring of dances are included in regular activities.
Sophomore officers are also expected to help with activities during prom.
STUDENT COUNCIL – Student Council Officers are democratically elected to the
council. Officers of the council are elected in the spring for the following year. If an
elected Student Council officer graduates before the end of their term, the council will
hold an election to replace the officer. Only the current student council members will
vote, and no absentee votes will be permitted. Meetings will be held every month or as
called by the president and the advisors. Student Council’s purpose is to provide a
student voice to facilitate school improvement, develop student leadership, promote
student activities, encourage school spirit, and engage in student based community
service projects. Activities of the council include student elections, homecoming, food
bank, blood drives, club fair, freshman orientation, United Way week, and much more.
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ATHLETIC TICKETS
2015-2016 ATHLETIC TICKET PRICES
SUPER TICKET – ADULT
$70.00
SUPER TICKET – SENIOR CITIZEN (65 & OLDER)
$45.00
SUPER TICKET – STUDENT (GRADES 1-12)
$30.00
SUPER TICKET FAMILY PLAN -
$175.00
(INCLUDES BOTH PARENTS AND ALL STUDENTS
IN GRADES 1-12 LIVING IN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD)
SEASON FOOTBALL TICKET (VARSITY ONLY)
$20.00
SEASON BASKETBALL TICKET (BOY’S VARSITY/JV ONLY)
$40.00
SINGLE GATE ADMISSION –
VARSITY/JV BASKETBALL (BOYS & GIRLS)
FRESHMAN BASKETBALL (BOYS & GIRLS)
$ 6.00
$ 5.00
VARSITY FOOTBALL
$ 6.00
JUNIOR VARSITY/FRESHMAN FOOTBALL
$ 5.00
VARSITY VOLLEYBALL
$ 6.00
VARSITY WRESTLING
$ 6.00
VARSITY/JV GYMNASTICS
$ 6.00
VARSITY/JV SWIMMING (BOYS & GIRLS)
$ 6.00
VARSITY BASEBALL
$ 6.00
JUNIOR VARSITY BASEBALL
$ 5.00
VARSITY SOCCER (BOYS & GIRLS)
$ 6.00
VARSITY SOFTBALL
$ 6.00
JUNIOR VARSITY SOFTBALL
$ 5.00
VARSITY TRACK (BOYS & GIRLS)
$ 6.00
FALL SPORTS
Football
Cross Country (Boys)
Tennis (Boys) Golf (Girls)
Volleyball
Cross Country (Girls)
Soccer (Boys) Soccer (Girls)
SPRING SPORTS
Baseball
Golf (Boys)
Track (Boys)
Track (Girls)
Tennis (Girls) Softball (Girls)
WINTER SPORTS
Basketball (Boys)
Gymnastics
Swimming (Boys)
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Basketball (Girls)
Wrestling
Swimming (Girls)
DANCE REGULATIONS
1. Tickets must be purchased prior to the start of the dance.
2. Anyone who is not a student at Jay County High School must be signed in by a
student. Jay County High School students may sign-in only one guest per dance.
NO JR. HIGH STUDENTS.
3. There are NO pass outs. Once you leave you may not return.
4. All school policies and guidelines established for the regular school day are in
effect. (Exception: Students may wear caps; however, jackets and coats may not
be worn.)
5. No one will be admitted to the dance one (1) hour after the dance begins.
PROM
1. Guest passes must be approved by the JCHS Dean of Students prior to purchase of
Prom or After Prom tickets.
2. Guest must be no younger than a high school junior.
3. Guest passes must be turned in at prom and guest must show a picture ID at
admittance.
4. Guest will be expected to observe all JCHS school rules.
LOST AND FOUND
A lost and found is located in the front office.
VALUABLES
Items of great value and large amounts of money are not to be brought to school. If for
some reason it is necessary, then the item/money should be brought to the office for
safe keeping until such time as it is needed. Each student is advised to leave valuables
at home and not bring them to school. Do not store them in your vehicle or in your
locker. Jay County High School is not responsible for lost or stolen valuables, articles,
etc.
TORNADO DRILLS/FIRE DRILLS
Tornado and fire drills are routinely staged. Directions will be given by each classroom
teacher as well as by Jay Today and the intercom. It is important that students pay
attention and move quickly, without running, and quietly to their designated areas.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF
SILENCE
As per Indiana law, each student will be provided a daily opportunity to recite the Pledge
of Allegiance and participate in a Moment of Silence in the classroom or on school
grounds. Students must remain silent during the Moment of Silence and not interfere
with other students’ participation in the Moment of Silence.
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REPORTING ABSENCES
Reporting Absence: Parents are expected to call the school on the morning of a
student’s absence to the attendance office. To report an absence you must use 7266223, 726-6600, or when calling long distance 1-800-488-7001. Be sure to leave the
student’s name, the name of the person calling and their relationship to the student, and
a brief reason for the student’s absence. You may have doctors notes faxed to us at
260-726-9760.
JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES
These Guidelines are pursuant to Policy 5200 of the Jay School Corporation, and Policy
5200 is hereby made a part of these Guidelines. Education is an ongoing process and
attendance is an integral part of that process. Regardless of the merit of the reason for
an absence, it will not replace the experience missed in the classroom that day. The
development of good attendance habits is essential in developing life skills and to
participate in the work force. While parents or legal guardians are responsible for
ensuring their student to be in school daily, the student must accept the equal
responsibility for attending school and classes. This School Board approved Guideline
is meant to encourage and motivate all students to attend school everyday.
1.
Parents must call or contact the school by 8:30 a.m. on the day of student’s
absence. If the parent does not call in, school personnel will make
reasonable attempts to contact the parent/guardian at home or at work. The
parent of each student (or an adult student) who has been absent for ANY
REASON, shall, on the day of return from absence, submit a written
statement to the principal or designee of the student’s building, stating the
cause for the student’s absence. When a student visits a doctor, the student
must bring a note explaining the absence on the day the student returns to
school. Students are encouraged to have routine or medical appointments
after school or on a non-school day. If a student is absent from school due
to a medical/dental appointment and that appointment is validated by a
written physicians’ statement, the missed days will be allowed in addition to
the six (6) days permitted for absence if the physician’s statement is provided
to the principal or designee on the first day that the student returns following
the appointment.
2.
Students and or parents/guardians who feel that there have been
extenuating circumstances which have caused the student to be absent
beyond the allotted number of student days may request an appeal to the
building level Attendance Review Committee. This request of
reconsideration and appeal must be made in writing to the building principal.
The building principal will chair the Attendance Review Committee with three
other appointees from the following school employee positions: Attendance
Officer, teacher, assistant principal, dean, guidance counselor, nurse, or
health clerk. The principal and each of the three appointees will each have
one vote on the Committee. The Attendance Review Committee will review
the written request and may recommend an exception be granted to the
Attendance Guidelines for the individual student. This recommendation will
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be submitted in writing to the building principal who shall have the final
building level decision in the matter. The principal will send a certified mailed
letter to the parent and student informing them of the decision. If a parent
or student desires to appeal the principal’s decision, a written request for
appeal to reconsider the extenuating circumstance must be filed with the
Superintendent of the Jay School Corporation within five days of receipt of
the written notice from the principal. The Superintendent will request
Attendance Review Committee documents, student attendance documents,
and any other written documents from the student and /or parent as the
situation is reviewed. Following the review of documents submitted, the
Superintendent will render a decision which will be final with no further
appeal available. The written decision will be sent to the student,
parent/guardian, and principal.
3.
Prior to notifying parents/guardians of a student’s absentee problems, the
student’s extenuating circumstances will be reviewed by the Principal or the
designee. Vacations are not considered extenuating circumstances.
4.
Special health problems, which might impact a student’s attendance record,
should be discussed with the Principal or the principal’s designee at the
beginning of the school year or at the onset of the health condition or acute
injury or illness. If a student has chronic health needs, that information
should be directed to the school nurse for the development of a possible
individualized health plan, 504 determination, special education referral, or
homebound for the medical fragile student.
5.
Truancy is any absence that occurs without the knowledge of the parent or
the school, including but not limited to absent from school without permission
and leaving or not attending class without permission. Students are
expected to be in school every day. A maximum of six (6) days per year may
be granted. Skipping a single class period will result in a half-day unexcused
absence. Half days count toward the number of total absences recorded.
Students shall not be counted absent or penalized for missing school for
reasons authorized by state statute which includes being a page or an
honoree of the Indiana General Assembly, serving on the precinct election
board or as a helper to a political candidate or to a political party on the date
of elections, appearing in court as a witness pursuant to a subpoena, or
serving in active duty in the National Guard. The student shall notify the
building principal or designee in advance and shall provide written
verification of the excuse as provided in the state law. Other reasonable
excuses for student absences per Policy include illness, recovery from
accident, required court attendance, professional appointments; death in the
immediate family, observation or celebration of a bona fide religious holiday,
and/or such other good cause as may be acceptable to the Superintendent
or permitted by law. Any other circumstances must have prior approval by
the building principal or designee. If a student is suspended from school, the
days of suspension will not be counted toward the six (6) days.
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6.
Any frequent or unexplained absence will be reported to the attendance
officer by the building principal or designee. The attendance officer or the
building principal or designee will make a reasonable attempt to make a
direct contact or home visit with the parent or guardian at home or at work
when the student is absent for (a) two days without parent/guardian
notification to the school and/or (b) four consecutive school days.
7.
When a student accumulates five (5) absences per school year, the Jay
School Corporation Attendance Officer will establish parent/guardian contact
through a certified mailed letter. Included in the certified mailed letter will be
a copy of the attendance guidelines, student attendance profile, and
statements of potential legal consequences if the student does not attend
school. Receipt of this certified mailed letter would be kept on file as
documentation of parental notification.
8.
If/when the student accumulates six (6) absences per school year, the
attendance officer will make another contact via certified mailed letter and
will issue a One Day Attendance Notice to the parents/guardians and
student. At this point for any further student absences, the parent/guardian
must submit a physician’s note OR the student absence must have prior
approval of the building’s principal or designee.
9.
If/when the student accumulates eight (8) absences per school, the building
principal or designee will notify the Attendance Officer who will (1) send the
parent/guardian a Notice of Violation of the One Day Notice and (2) submit to
the County Prosecutor an “Affidavit of Probable Cause” and accompanying
documents. Following legal prosecution of this matter, the student, the
parent/guardian, and school personnel may meet to create a plan for making
up assignments and class work.
10. If/when the student continues further absences then the student may be
subject to the expulsion process.
11.
Students arriving after 8:10 must sign in at the Attendance Office and will be
counted tardy. Students who are tardy to school or to class three (3) or more
times will have consequences as designated by the building principal or
designee. If a student is assigned detentions as a consequence, failure to
attend detention may result in further disciplinary action which may include
suspension or expulsion. In order to participate in extra-curricular activities,
students must be present for Blocks 1,2, and 3 or Blocks 3,4, and 5. Missing
one or two Blocks will result in a half day absence. Missing three or more
Blocks will result in a full day absence.
12. It will be the responsibility of the student/parent to make arrangements with
the student’s teachers to complete missed class work, as deemed
appropriate by the teacher(s). Teachers will determine the class work that
would be made up and due dates for the missed class work.
13. The school will make reasonable efforts to counsel the student regarding
excessive absenteeism. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the student and
parent/guardian to be aware of the student’s attendance pattern and records.
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ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES FOR EXTRA CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION
Any student involved in a school sponsored activity must be present at least ½ day to
participate in an event, practice or club (exceptions must be cleared thru the Athletic
Office and/or Attendance Office.) ½ day = 1st, 2nd and 3rd periods or 3rd, 4th and 5th
periods. THIS ATTENDANCE POLICY IS IN EFFECT FOR ALL EXTRA
CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES.
JOB SHADOWING AND COLLEGE VISITSSOPHOMORES, JUNIOR & SENIORS
The Sophomore, Junior, and Senior students will be allowed to make college
visitations and job shadowing that will be considered as educational field trips,
provided the following standards are met:
A. students going to a college or university or job shadowing must have written
permission from their parents. (Form to be picked up in attendance office)
B. students and parents must complete the college visitation/job shadowing
request form and submit the completed form to their guidance counselor at
least two school days prior to the visitation. Their guidance counselor will
submit the form to the principal or his designee for final approval.
C. the student must provide the attendance office proof of attending the college
visitation/job shadowing within three school days of visitation. Proof is a note
on college/business letterhead stating the day of visitation/shadowing and
student name and signed by an official. A photocopied walk-in visit form is not
acceptable.
D. all rules and policies of Jay County High School are in effect during the time the
student is visiting the college or job shadowing.
E. all college visitation/job shadowing must be made prior to May 1.
F. only one (1) visitation OR job shadowing is allowed during a nine-week cycle.
G. a student may be denied participation to a college visitation or job shadowing by
school officials due to excessive absences from school, special school
programs planned for the requested day, or grades.
WORK PERMIT GUIDELINES
Students must pass all classes. Students that do not pass all classes or receive an “F”
grade after the work permit has been issued will be issued a warning letter and placed
on probation for the next grading period. If the student does not pass all classes or
receives an “F” during the probation period, the school will revoke the work permit for
the next grading period. The work permit may be revoked for failure to meet the
attendance policy or repeated violations of the Student Code of Conduct.
ARRIVING LATE (TARDY)
Students who are late to school must go to the attendance office and sign in. A student
is marked tardy until five minutes after class begins. After that time the student is
marked as absent for the class. Tardiness to any class will be handled in the following
manner: (*Continued on next page)
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1st tardy
2nd tardy
3rd tardy
4th tardy
5th tardy
6th tardy
7th tardy
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Warning
Warning
After school detention
Saturday school
Temporary Alternative Placement (TAP) – Revoking of driving
privileges to school for the nine weeks
– Alternative Placement Center (John Jay) – Revoking of driving
privileges to school for the semester
– Suspension
SCHOOL DRESS CODE
Students at Jay County High School are to wear clothing that does not disrupt the
learning process and is in good taste. Throughout life, many social responsibilities
dictate appropriate attire and appearance. In keeping with this concept, JCHS faculty
expects each student’s appearance at school to reflect neatness, cleanliness, and
appropriateness. In addition, students should consider the temperature controlled
environment of the building and the current weather conditions in choosing appropriate
dress that will not only comply with the dress code regulations but will also make
provisions for the students’ health and comfort.
Violators of the dress code will be sent to the attendance office. Students will be asked
to change clothes if they have appropriate clothing at school, or asked to wear clothing
the school has available. Repeated violators of the dress code will be subject to further
disciplinary action.
A. Health and safety
1. Unsafe clothing or accessories should not be worn during the school day or at
school activities.
2. Shoes must be worn.
3. Outdoor jackets/coats/ponchos are not to be worn to class.
B. Inappropriate Dress
1. Students will not be permitted to wear clothing or apparel depicting or
expressing obscenities or satanic references.
2. The possession or wearing of chains and spiked jewelry is forbidden at Jay
County High School. This is not in reference to traditional chains worn with
pocket watches and traditional necklaces, bracelets and anklets worn as
jewelry. Objectionable chains and spiked jewelry will be confiscated.
3. Halter tops, tank tops, bare midriff design, ‘spaghetti-strap’ blouses, biker
shorts, jeans or shirts with extreme rips or tears, bandanas, wrist bands or any
type of head gear are not to be worn at JCHS. Pants and tops should be worn
in a manner that does not cause undergarments or midriff skin to show or
otherwise display an immodest exposure of skin. Skirts and shorts must be of a
finger-tip length. Extreme rips and tears in pants, skirts or shorts is defined as
any hole, rip, or tear that exposes skin or undergarments especially in, but not
limited to, an area of the body where shorts of a fingertip length would
otherwise cover.
4. Sagging pants are not acceptable school dress.
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5. Hats are not to be worn in JCHS.
6. Students will not be permitted to wear or possess clothing or other objects
which (whether stated or implied) state profanity or are lewd, vulgar, or
indecent. It is also forbidden to wear or possess clothing or objects which refer
to drugs, tobacco, alcohol, sex or illegal activities are not acceptable school
dress.
7. No visible adornment of any type of body piercing shall be permitted with the
exception of ear rings.
FACULTY / STAFF ROOM
STUDENTS SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED IN THE FACULTY ROOM AT ANY TIME
FOR ANY REASON.
BOOK BAGS
Students are not allowed to carry bags, back packs, athletic bags, or any other lookalike bags to classes at JCHS. Students may use book bags, back packs, etc. to carry
books to and from school; however, all bags must be stored in the students’ locker
during the school day.
PLANNED ABSENCE REQUEST
Please refrain from planning vacations or family recreation trips during times that school
is in session. A planned absence allows students to make up work before the absence
occurs. The days of a planned absence do count toward the total of nine (9) days per
year. In each case of planned absence, parents and students must assume full
responsibility for the work that will be missed.
MAKE-UP WORK
1. Following an unexpected absence, it is the sole responsibility of the student to get
assignments from teachers and arrange for make-up work. The time given by the
teacher will depend upon the length of time missed and the type of work to be made
up. The amount of time given should be the same as the number of days missed.
2. If a student will be absent from school for two or more school days, a parent should
call and make arrangements to pick up assignments for the student.
3. Make-up work will not be permitted for the time during which a student is truant.
Truancy is any absence that occurs without the knowledge of the parent or the
school, including but not limited to absent from school without permission and
leaving or not attending class without permission.
4. The student is expected to make up all work missed during the days of a
suspension. The completed work is to be turned in the first day back to school.
5. Class work and tests are allowed to be made up during temporary alternative
placement (T.A.P.); however, any work missed during T.A.P. must be made up
during the T.A.P. days. Arrangements for T.A.P. days must be made by the student
with their teachers prior to the start of first block.
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LEAVING EARLY/ARRIVING LATE
Students are not permitted to leave the school building at anytime during the school day
without permission from the attendance office. This permission will be granted upon
parent’s written request or when a parent picks up a student. If you must leave because
of illness or any other emergency, you must sign out in the attendance office with
permission from the attendance office. Failure to follow the proper procedure will be
considered truant and may result in detention and/or suspension.
Students arriving late are expected to enter the building through Door #2 located in the
front of the school. They must then report immediately to the Attendance Office to sign
in and receive a pass to class. This process must be followed to ensure the safety
of all students and staff. After 8:10, students caught entering the building, propping a
door open, or opening an exterior door, other than Door #2, will be subject to
disciplinary action.
ILLNESS AT SCHOOL
If a student becomes ill in school the student should report to the attendance office.
The nurse or the attendance secretary will decide, after talking with the student, what
should be done. Students must not leave the building because of illness without
authorization nor may they spend a class hour in the restroom.
ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION AT
SCHOOL
No medication shall be administered to a student without the written and dated consent
of the student’s parent. The consent of the parent shall be valid only for the period
specified on the consent form and in no case longer than the current school or program
year. All nonprescription medicine to be administered to a student must be
accompanied by a statement describing the medicine, the dosage, and the time for it to
be administered to the student and in the medicines original bottle or container. All
prescription medicine, including injectable medicine and all blood glucose tests by finger
prick to be administered to a student must be accompanied by a physician’s
prescription, a copy of the original prescription, or the pharmacy label. If the medication
is to be terminated prior to the date on the prescription, the written and dated consent or
withdrawal of consent of the parent is required. The written consent of the parent and
the written order of the physician shall be kept on file.
Except as provided hereafter, no student shall be allowed to keep medicine on their
person and any medicine to be administered to a student shall be brought to either the
principal’s office or a school nurse’s office where it will be kept in a secure place.
Medication shall be administered in accordance with the parent’s statement (in the case
of nonprescription medicine) or the physician’s order (in the case of prescription
medicine) only by a school nurse, health aide, or other employee(s) designated in
writing by the school principal except as provided hereafter. All administration of
medicine shall be documented in writing. Any designated employee who is responsible
for administering injectable insulin or a blood glucose test by finger prick shall receive
training from a physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse and such training shall
be documented in writing.
A student with a chronic disease or medical condition may possess and self-administer
medication for such conditions under the following requirements:
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1. The student’s parent must file annually with the student’s principal an authorization
for the student to possess and self-administer the medication, and the statement
from the physician described in paragraph 2 hereof must be attached to the
authorization.
2. The student’s physician must state in writing that: (*Continued on next page)
a. The student has an acute or chronic disease or medical condition for which the
physician has prescribed medication:
b. The student has been instructed in how to self-administer the medication; and
c. The nature of the disease or medical condition requires emergency
administration of the medication.
Medication which is possessed by the school for a student (does not include selfadministered medication) may only be released to be sent home under the following
conditions:
1. For students in grades kindergarten through grade 8, medication may only be
released to be sent home to:
a. The student’s parent; or
b. An individual who is at least 18 years old and designated in writing by the
student’s parent.
2. For students in grades 9 through 12, medication may only be released to be sent
home to:
a. The student, if written permission is provided by the parent; or
b. If no written permission, then only as provided in 1. above
Medication which is not picked up within five (5) days after the last student day of the
regular school year will be destroyed.
The student’s parent may, upon request, obtain a copy of this policy.
Meningitis
Indiana State Law (IC 20-30-5-18) requires that school systems must provide
important information about meningitis and the vaccines available to prevent this
serious disease to parents and guardians of all students annually.
One type of meningitis is caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis which can
be found in the nose and throat of some people. Infections caused by these bacteria are
serious and may lead to death. Symptoms of an infection with Neisseria meningitidis
may include a high fever, headache, stiff neck, nausea, confusion and a rash. This
disease can become severe very quickly and often leads to deafness, mental
retardation, loss of arms or legs, and even death. It is spread by direct contact with
saliva from another person with the disease.
There are two vaccines that can prevent most cases of meningitis caused by the
N. meningitidis bacteria. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC) recommends vaccination against this disease for all children and adolescents 1118 years of age. Children ages 2 -10 who have sickle cell anemia or problems with their
immune systems should also receive the vaccine.
Currently Indiana requires one dose of Meningitis Vaccine for students in grades 6
– 12 (Indiana Administrative Code 410 IAC 1-1-1). All students entering grades 6-12
will need to show proof of having received the vaccine before the first day of school.
Many local health departments and private healthcare providers offer the vaccine.
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Additional information about meningococcal disease can be found at:
The Indiana State Department of Health
http://www.in.gov/isdh/22121.htm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/mening/default.htm
The Indiana Department of Education School Health Student Services
http://www.doe.in.gov/sservices/sn.htm
The Jay School Corporation website:
www.jayschools.k12.in.us
Quick Facts About… Meningococcal
Disease
What is Meningococcal Disease?
Neisseria meningitidis bacteria are found in the nose and throat of 10 – 15%
of healthy adults. Rarely, the bacteria can enter areas of the body where
bacteria are normally not found, such as the blood or fluid surrounding the
brain and spinal cord (meningitis) and cause a severe, life-threatening
infection (“invasive disease”) known as meningococcal disease.
How is Meningococcal Disease spread?
The disease is not spread by casual contact or by attending the same work or
school setting. Neisseria meningitidis bacteria are spread from person to
person only through direct contact with an infected person’s nose or throat
secretions, including saliva, 1week before the onset of symptoms. Some
common ways the bacteria can be spread from an infected person are:
· Living the same household
· Kissing on the lips
· Sharing drinks from the same container (glasses, cups, water bottles)
· Sharing eating with utensils (forks and spoons)
· Sharing a toothbrush, cigarettes or lipstick
Preventive antibiotic therapy is recommended for individuals identified to be
close contacts of someone who is sick with the disease.
Who is at risk for Meningococcal Disease?
Young infants and students attending high school or college and military
recruits are more likely to get the disease. Individuals with a weakened
immune system are also at higher risk for the disease as well as those who
live in crowded dwellings or have household exposure to cigarette smoke.
What are the signs of being sick with Meningococcal Disease?
Symptoms of meningococcal disease include:
· Fever (abrupt onset)
· Severe headache
· Stiff neck
· Drowsiness or confusion
· Skin rash that appears as bruising or bleeding under the skin
· Nausea and vomiting
· Sensitivity to light
In babies, the symptoms are more difficult to identify but may include:
· Fever
· Fretfulness or irritability
· Poor appetite
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· Difficulty in waking the baby
How is meningococcal disease diagnosed?
If you have any of the above symptoms, it is important to seek medical
attention immediately. An infected person may become sick within a few
hours of developing symptoms and early diagnosis. Your health care provider
may collect blood or perform a spinal tap to obtain spinal fluid to see if
meningococcal bacteria are present.
How can Meningococcal Disease be treated?
Meningococcal disease is treated with several different types of antibiotics,
and early treatment may reduce the risk of complications or death from the
disease. A 24-hour course of antibiotic therapy reduces a person’s likelihood
of spreading the bacteria. Supportive care in an intensive care unit may be
necessary for those with severe infection and surgery may be needed to
remove damaged tissue and stop the spread of infection.
How is Meningococcal Disease prevented?
Meningococcal disease can be prevented by good hygiene. Cover the nose
and mouth when sneezing or coughing, throw away used tissues, and wash
hands often. Do not share eating or drinking utensils with anyone.
Is there a vaccine that can prevent this disease?
There are two vaccines that protect against most types of this disease. See
your health care provider about which one is right for you. A dose of
meningococcal vaccine is recommended for children and adolescents 11
through 18 years of age. Meningococcal vaccine is also recommended for
other people at increased risk for meningococcal disease:
· College freshmen living in dormitories
· U. S. military recruits
· Travelers to countries where meningococcal disease is common, such
as parts of Africa
· Anyone with a damaged spleen, or whose spleen has been removed
· Persons with certain medical conditions that affect their immune
system (check with your physician)
· Microbiologists who are routinely exposed to meningococcal bacteria
For information on the availability of meningococcal vaccine contact your
family physician or local health department. Revaccination after 5 years may
be indicated for certain at-risk individuals.
All information presented is intended for public use. For more information,
please refer to the Centers for Diseases and Control Prevention (CDC)
meningitis website at: http://www.cdc.gov/meningitis/about/index.html
*Page was last reviewed August 14, 2009
Pertussis
The Indiana State Department of Health and the Indiana Department of Education
have asked that school systems provide important information to parents and guardians
of students about pertussis (whooping cough) and the vaccines available to prevent this
serious illness.
Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacteria
Bordetella pertussis. Pertussis is spread by droplets created when an infected person
coughs or sneezes. Infants and young children are usually vaccinated against pertussis,
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but the vaccine becomes less effective as children get older, and vaccinated children
can become infected.
Pertussis causes severe coughing fits. During a coughing fit, the infected person
may be short of breath and appear frightened. The coughing fit may be followed by
vomiting and exhaustion. Young infants are at highest risk for developing complications
from the disease like pneumonia and seizures.
Teens and adults who received the whooping cough vaccine when they were
younger might have milder disease if they get sick with pertussis, but they can still
spread it to others. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC) recommends a pertussis vaccine for all 11-12 year old children, and for anyone
older who did not have a at the vaccine at 11-12 years of age. The pertussis vaccine
(Tdap) is combined with tetanus vaccine and takes the place of one
tetanus booster shot. The Tdap vaccine can be given as soon as one year after a
regular tetanus booster.
Proof of receiving the Tdap vaccine is required for all students in grades 6 -12 by
the first day of school. Please talk with your child’s healthcare provider about the Tdap
vaccine.
Additional resources for families to obtain information about pertussis disease
include the following websites:
The Indiana State Department of Health
http://www.in.gov/isdh/22191.htm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/pertussis/default.htm
The Jay School Corporation website:
www.jayschools.k12.in.us
Quick Facts About...Pertussis (Whooping
Cough)
What is pertussis?
Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a contagious disease caused by Bordetella
pertussis bacteria. It may cause severe coughing fits that can interfere with breathing.
Although pertussis is often milder in older children and adults, undiagnosed persons can
transmit the disease to infants and young children. Pertussis can lead to pneumonia,
seizures, and sometimes death. Most of these serious problems occur in infants who
are younger than a year old.
What are the symptoms of pertussis?
They symptoms of pertussis occur in three stages:
1. During the first stage, symptoms are similar to a cold: slight fever, sneezing,
runny nose, dry cough, loss of appetite, and irritability.
2. During the second stage (about 1 to 2 weeks later), the cough becomes more
intense. There may be short, intense coughing spells followed by a long gasp for
air (this is when the “whoop” is heard). The coughing fits may be followed by
vomiting, nose bleeds, or bluish color to the face.
3. During the third stage, the cough is less intense and less frequent, and appetite
begins to increase. Eventually the cough stops, although this may take several
months.
How is pertussis spread?
Pertussis is spread by contact with nose or throat secretions from an infected person.
This can happen when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Without treatment, an
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infected person can spread the disease for up to three weeks from the time the cough
begins. However, after five days of treatment with the appropriate antibiotic, an infected
person cannot spread pertussis.
Who is at risk for pertussis?
Pertussis transmission continues in the United States. People who have not completed
a full series of pertussis vaccine or who have not received pertussis vaccine for several
years are at increased risk for pertussis. Infants who are too young to be fully
vaccinated are at greatest risk for severe illness and death from pertussis-related
complications.
Adolescents and adults may also experience complications from pertussis, but the risk
of death is greatest in those who have underlying medical conditions such as
neuromuscular disorders.
How do I know if I have pertussis?
If you have had close contact with someone who has been diagnosed with pertussis or
if you have symptoms that match those described above, you should consult your
health care provider. Your health care provider may test you for pertussis and prescribe
antibiotics for treatment.
How is pertussis treated?
While antibiotics make pertussis less contagious, they do not reduce the symptoms
unless taken very early in the illness. All household members and other close contacts
of persons with pertussis should receive antibiotic treatment to prevent transmission of
the disease.
How can pertussis be prevented?
Children should be up-to-date on vaccinations, especially the diphtheria, tetanus,
pertussis (DTaP) series. Adolescents and adults (ages 10 through 64) should also
receive one dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccine to provide further
protection against pertussis. It is particularly important that anyone having contact with
an infant be fully vaccinated with the appropriate pertussis vaccine for their age.* See
your health care provider to determine if you need immunization against pertussis.
*Note: DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis) vaccine is a five dose series for children
under 7 years of age. It is typically given at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 12-15
months, and 4-6 years of age. Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccine is a
pertussis booster vaccine that should be given one time to all adolescents and adults
ages 10 through 64. Tdap also contains tetanus and diphtheria protection and can be
used in place of one regular tetanus-diphtheria booster.
All information presented is intended for public use. For more information,
please refer to: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/pertussis/in-short-both.htm.
*Page was last reviewed on November 8, 2008. Centers for Disease Control & the
Indiana State Department of Health
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OFFICE PHONES
Emergency calls must be made from the attendance office - not the front office phones.
ELECTRONIC DEVICE USAGE AT SCHOOL
Students may not possess electronic devices on school property unless the student and
parent have signed and returned the Jay County High School Electronic Device Usage
Agreement Form (available in the attendance office and at registration). Students who
bring electronic devices on campus without signing this form are subject to disciplinary
action described in the handbook. Electronic devices can include, but are not
necessarily limited to cell phones, PDA’s, iPods/iPads, mp3 players, laptops, digital
cameras, and camcorders.
Students who are using electronic devices to school must acknowledge the following
points: (*Continued on next page)
1. I acknowledge that having an electronic device on school property is a privilege and
not a right. I further understand that students may carry their electronic device on
their person, but the device must be silenced or turned off and will ONLY be utilized
for educational purposes with the consent from the classroom teacher.
2. I agree that that the internet filter is a mandatory and vital safety precaution.
I agree that I will not circumvent the Internet filter provided by the school
corporation. I will not create unauthorized wireless networks. This includes,
but is not limited to, establishing wireless access points, wireless routers and
open networks on personal devices. I understand failure to use the school
provided filter or purposefully finding ways to get around the filter will result
in disciplinary action.
3. I acknowledge that taking or displaying pictures and/or videos of any student or staff
utilizing my electronic devices without the consent of the student or staff member or
in a situation not related to a school purpose or educational function is forbidden
and could lead to disciplinary action up to and including suspension or expulsion from
school.
4. I agree that any electronic devices I bring on school property will not be used for the
purposes of harassment or the facilitation or furtherance of any violation of rules
established in the student handbook or state or federal law.
5. I understand and give school officials consent to search my electronic devices at any
time when the electronic devices have been used in contradiction to school policy on
school property or at a school sponsored event.
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6. I understand that my electronic devices may be seized by school officials in the event
my electronic devices are used to violate a criminal law or school rule or provides
evidence of a criminal law or school rule violation.
7. I understand that if I violate the terms of this agreement my electronic devices can be
retained by the school until such time as I complete my detention as prescribed in my
student handbook or until my parent can conference with the school principal or his
designee. Repeated violations of this agreement may result in the revocation of
this privilege and disciplinary action up to and including suspension or
expulsion from school.
SCHOOL CLOSINGS AND DELAY
In case of severe weather-snow, ice, low temperatures, fog, etc., the official announcement
for school closings and delays may be heard over the following radio/television stations:
WPGW-100.9 FM/1440 AM, WOWO- 1190 AM, WMDH-102.5 FM, WAJI-95.1 FM, WLDE101.7 FM, WLBC0104.1, K105-105.1, IPR-91.7, TV Channels 13, 15, 21, 33, 55
SCHOOL INSURANCE
Jay County High School offers an optional Student Accident Insurance policy for all
students at a small fee. It is important to remember that Jay County High School does
not cover all students automatically. You must purchase the optional plan to be
covered. Forms are available in front office.
ACCIDENTS
Each and every accident in the school building, on the school grounds, at practice
sessions, or at any event sponsored by the school at home or away must be reported
immediately to school personnel sponsoring the activity. Accident reports are to be
filled out on all accidents and turned in to the main office the same day.
VISITORS
Parents and guardians are always welcome. They are encouraged to visit classes, the
teachers, counselors and administrators. Appointments for lengthy conferences are
recommended. They must report to the office first before visiting any part of the
building.
Graduates who have an acceptable reason for visiting are also welcome, but the visit
must be pre-arranged with the teacher. It is required that they report the purpose of
their visit to the office before visiting any portion of the building. Students of the Jay
School Corporation shall not bring non-enrolled student visitors to school during school
hours.
Visitors must wear a visitor’s pass while they are visiting.
LOCKER AND DESK INSPECTION POLICY
AND RULES
All lockers and desks made available for student use on the school premises, including
but not limited to lockers and desks, if any, located in the hallways, physical education
and athletic dressing rooms, industrial and agricultural education classrooms and the art
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classrooms, are the property of the school corporation. These lockers and desks are
made available for student use in storing school supplies and personal items necessary
for use at school, but the lockers and desks are not to be used to store items which
cause, or can reasonably be foreseen to cause, an interference with school purposes or
an educational function, or which are forbidden by state law or school rules. Students
are required to keep the locker they have been assigned by the Guidance Office or a
classroom teacher (i.e. P.E., Building Trades, etc.). Only the student assigned to a
locker may use that locker. Sharing lockers will result in disciplinary action. Students
are expected to keep their lockers in a clean, orderly fashion.
The student’s use of the locker or desk does not diminish the school corporation’s
ownership or control of the locker or desk. The school corporation retains the right to
inspect the locker or desk and its contents to insure that the locker or desk is being
used in accordance with its intended purpose, and to eliminate fire or other hazards,
maintain sanitary conditions, attempt to locate lost or stolen materials, and to prevent
use of the locker or desk to store prohibited or dangerous materials such as weapons,
illegal drugs or alcohol.
In order to implement the school corporation’s policy concerning student lockers, the
school board adopts the following rules and regulations:
(The word “locker” will be used to indicate student lockers, desks or any other school
owned equipment used to store school supplies and personal items necessary for
school use.)
1. Locks - The school corporation will retain access to student lockers by keeping a
master list of combinations or retaining a master key. Students may not use their
own locks to prevent access to lockers by school officials and any unauthorized
locks may be removed without notice and destroyed.
2. Uses of Lockers - Lockers are to be used to store school supplies and personal
items necessary for use at school. Lockers shall not be used to store “contraband”
which are items that cause, or can reasonably be foreseen to cause an interference
with school purposes or an educational function, or which are forbidden by state law
or school rules, such as drugs (including prescription and non-prescription
medications), drug paraphernalia, beverage containing alcohol, weapon, any
volatile substance, bomb or explosive device, any acid or pungent or nauseous
chemical, any library book not properly checked out or overdue, unreturned gym or
athletic equipment, any wet or mildewing article, or any stolen items. Students will
be expected to keep their lockers in a clean and orderly manner.
3. Authority to Inspect - The school corporation retains the right to inspect lockers to
insure they are being maintained in accordance with the conditions of Rule No. 2.
All inspections of student lockers shall be conducted by the principal or a member
of the administrative staff designated in writing (hereinafter referred to as
“designee”) by the principal. The principal may give the following staff members
authority to inspect lockers: central office administrators, assistant principals,
deans, guidance counselors and athletic directors.
4. Inspection of Individual Student’s Lockers
A. The inspection of a particular student’s locker will not be conducted unless the
principal or designee has a reasonable suspicion to believe that the locker to be
inspected contains illegal or contraband items including items which may tend
to prove violation of school rules or the law.
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B. Before a particular student’s locker is inspected, the student (or students if more
than one have been assigned to a locker) if present on the school premises,
shall, where possible, be contacted and given the opportunity to be present
during the conduct of the inspection unless circumstances require that the
inspection be conducted without delay in order to protect the health and safety
of others present on school premises.
5. Inspection of all Lockers
A. An inspection of all lockers in the school, or all lockers in a particular area of the
school, may be conducted if the principal, superintendent, or assistant
superintendent reasonably believes that such an inspection is necessary to
prevent, impede or substantially reduce the risk of (1) an interference with
school purposes or an educational function, (2) a physical injury or illness to
any person, (3) damage to personal or school property, or (4) a violation of
state law or school rules. These circumstances include, but are not limited to:
1. When the school corporation receives a bomb threat;
2. When evidence of student drug or alcohol use creates a reasonable belief
of a high level of student use;
3. At end of grading periods, and before or during school holidays to check for
missing library books, or lab chemicals or school equipment; or
4. Where student violence or threats of violence create a reasonable belief
that weapons are stored in the lockers.
B. If a general inspection of a number of lockers is necessary, then all lockers in
the defined inspection area will be examined. Students will not necessarily be
given the opportunity to be present while a general inspection is being
conducted.
6. Involvement of Law Enforcement Officials
A. The principal, assistant principal, superintendent or assistant superintendent
may request the assistance of law enforcement officials to assist the school
administrators in inspecting lockers or their contents for purposes of enforcing
school policies only if such assistance is required:
1. To identify substances which may be found in the lockers; or
2. To protect the health and safety of persons or property, such as to aid in
the discovery and disarming of bombs that may be located in the lockers.
3. If a law enforcement official requests to inspect a student’s locker or its
contents, the principal shall require the production of a search warrant
before allowing the inspection.
4. If a law enforcement official requests the principal to make an inspection of
a locker or its contents on behalf or in the place of such officials, school
officials may secure the locker and its contents for a reasonable period of
time in order to permit the law enforcement official an opportunity to obtain
a search warrant.
7. Locker Maintenance - Nothing in these rules shall affect members of the custodial
or other staff who repair defective lockers or clean out or supervise the cleaning out
of (a) lockers from time to time in accordance with a posted general housekeeping
schedule, (b) the locker of a student no longer enrolled in the school, or (c) a locker
during any vacation period which is reasonably believed to contain rotting items
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such as food, wet clothes, etc.
8. Disposal of Items - Items found in the course of an inspection, which tend to prove
violations of school rules or the law may be used in disciplinary proceedings against
the student or turned over to appropriate authorities for use in criminal or juvenile
proceedings. The school may also turn over the item to the student’s parent or
guardian either at the time of the search, the conclusion of any school disciplinary
proceedings, or at the end of the semester or school year. Items can be destroyed
if they have no significant value or if their existence presents an immediate danger
or physical harm to any person.
9. Publication of Rules - A copy of these rules shall be provided to each student and
the student’s parent or guardian upon adoption by the school board and thereafter
at the start of each school year or as soon as practicable after the student’s
enrollment in the school.
LEGAL REFERENCE: IC 20-33-8-32
DRUG TESTING POLICY
Jay County High School has a strong commitment to the health, safety and welfare of
its students. Our commitment to maintaining the extracurricular activities in the Jay
County High School as a safe and secure educational environment requires a clear
policy and supportive programs relating to detection, treatment, and prevention of
substance abuse by students involved in extracurricular activities.
It is MANDATORY that each student who participates in extracurricular activities or
drives to, from or during school sign and return the “consent form” prior to participation
in any extracurricular activity or driving. Failure to comply will result in non-participation
in extra-curricular and/or loss of the privilege to drive to, from and during school.
At the beginning of each selection date, school year or sport season, as determined by
the Indiana High School Athletic Association, or when a student moves into the District
and joins an activity, all students wishing to participate in that season’s sports may be
subject to urine testing for illicit or banned substances. Up to 10% of eligible students
will be randomly tested on a weekly basis anytime during the school year. A student
who refuses to submit to urine drug testing will not be allowed to practice or participate
in designated extracurricular Jay County High School activities or drive. The “consent
form” and random drug testing policy manual are available in the athletic office of Jay
County High School and provided to parents and students each school year at
registration.
SEARCH AND SEIZURE
The School Board recognizes its obligation to balance the privacy rights of its students
with its responsibility to provide student, faculty, and authorized visitors with a safe,
hygienic, and alcohol/drug-free learning environment.
The administration shall have the authority to search and seize pursuant to the
following:
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A. SCOPE
This policy shall apply:
1.
On school grounds immediately before or during school hours, or
immediately after school hours, or at any other time when the
school is being used by a school group;
2.
Off school grounds at a school activity, function, or event; or
3.
Traveling to or from school or a school activity, function, or event.
B. SCHOOL PROPERTY
School facilities such as lockers and desks are school property provided for student use
subject to the right of the Superintendent and his/her designee to enter the facility as
needed and inspect all items in the facility searched. Students shall not have an
expectation of privacy in any facility provided by the school and shall not be permitted
to deny entry to a Corporation administrator by the use of a lock or other device.
C. VEHICLES
Permission for a student to bring a vehicle on school property shall be conditioned upon
consent of the search of the vehicle and all containers inside the vehicle by a school
administrator with reasonable suspicion to believe the search will produce evidence of a
violation of law, a school rule, or a condition that endangers the safety or health of the
student driver or others. The student shall have no expectation of privacy in any vehicle
or in the contents of any vehicle operated or parked on school property.
D. STUDENT PERSON AND POSSESSION
Prior to a search of a student's person and personal items in the student's immediate
possession, consent of the student shall be sought by an administrator. If the student
does not consent, such a search shall be permitted based only upon the administrator's
individualized reasonable suspicion to believe that the search will produce evidence of a
violation of a law, school rule, or a condition that endangers the safety
or health of the student or others. Searches of the person of a student shall be
conducted and witnessed by a person of the same gender as the student and shall be
conducted in a private place. The student shall be given the option of selecting the
witness from the faculty members on the school premises at the time of the search. A
searched student's parent or guardian shall be notified of the search within twenty-four
(24) hours if possible.
E. REQUIRED TESTING
The administration shall have the authority to require any student to submit to a
chemical test of the student’s breath and/or urine if the administration has “reasonable
suspicion” (as defined below) that the student is using or is under the influence of
alcohol, marijuana or any controlled substance (as defined by Indiana law) pursuant to
the following:
1.
Reasonable suspicion may arise from factors which include, but
are not limited, to the following:
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a.
A student’s behavior, in conjunction with physical
appearance and/or odor indicates the possible use of
alcohol, marijuana or any controlled substance.
b.
The student possesses drug paraphernalia, alcohol,
marijuana or any controlled substance.
c.
2.
Information communicated to an administrator by a
teacher, parent, other adult or a student indicating a
student is using, possessing or under the influence of
alcohol, marijuana or any controlled substance. Any
such report will be investigated by the administration
and will be substantiated by other indicators, if deemed
necessary.
A chemical test of the student’s breath and/or urine will be
conducted in accordance with the testing procedures set forth in
Policy 5530.01 or by the use of alcohol testing instruments. The
test will be paid for by the Corporation.
3.
If a student refuses to submit to, or to cooperate in the
administration of, the chemical test, it will be deemed that the test
results would have been positive.
4.
If any student tests (or is deemed to test) positive, disciplinary
action may be taken as outlined by the school’s disciplinary
procedures, up to and including expulsion.
F. USE OF DOGS
The Board authorizes the use of specially-trained dogs to detect the presence of drugs or
devices such as bombs on school property as authorized by the administration.
G. SEIZURE OF EVIDENCE
Anything found in the course of a search pursuant to this policy which constitutes
evidence of a violation of a law or a school rule or which endangers the safety or health
of any person shall be seized and utilized as evidence if appropriate. Seized items of
value shall be returned to the owner if the items may be lawfully possessed by the owner.
Seized items of no value and seized items that may not lawfully be possessed by the
owner shall be destroyed.
H. LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE
The Superintendent may request the assistance of a law enforcement agency in
implementing any aspect of this policy. Where law enforcement officers participate in a
search on school property or at a school activity pursuant to a request from the
Superintendent, the search shall be conducted by the law enforcement officers in
accordance with the legal standards applicable to law enforcement officers.
CORPORATION HOMEWORK POLICY
The Board of School Trustees and staff members of The Jay School Corporation are
committed to an educational program of the highest quality and recognize that an
essential ingredient in positive student progress is the appropriate use of homework.
Homework will be considered as any assignment, which contributes to the total
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educational process. It is not necessarily limited to paper and pencil activities but may
be a continuation of an assignment actually started at school. The type, frequency and
quantity of homework should be best determined by the teacher but generally will
increase from grade to grade. Homework can be a very important and effective vehicle
for communication between school and home, but in order to optimize it, it must be twoway.
Homework should fulfill the following:
1. Enhance and enrich, not merely increase, the time students spend in learning.
2. Review, reinforce and extend classroom learning.
3. Reflect individual ages, needs and abilities of the students.
Each TEACHER has the responsibility to:
1. Establish homework procedures and share them with students at the beginning of
the school year or other appropriate times. (Semester)
2. Make assignments that reinforce educational goals.
3. Make certain all students understand the concept of the homework assignment and
what is expected.
4. Help students develop effective study skills.
5. Evaluate homework and share that evaluation with students.
6. Guard against large amounts of homework on an irregular basis; lesser amounts on
a regular basis are probably more effective.
7. Notify parents if student consistently fails to complete assignments.
Each STUDENT has the responsibility to:
1. Clarify, with the teacher before leaving class, any questions about the assignment.
2. Complete all assignments on time and in the manner requested.
3. Make up all work missed due to an excused absence. This work is to be completed
in a reasonable amount of time.
LEGAL REFERENCE: 511 I.A. C. 6-2-1 (c)(9)
CHEATING/PLAGIARISM
Cheating is defined as the attempt, successful or not, to give or obtain aid and/or
information by illicit means in meeting any academic requirements, including
examinations. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, copying, faxing, emailing, or in
any way duplicating assignments that are turned in, wholly or in part, as original work;
exchanging assignments with other students, either handwritten or computer generated,
whether it is believed they will be copied or not; using any form of written or electronic
memory aid during tests or quizzes without the expressed permission of the teacher;
giving or receiving answers during tests, quizzes, or any other assignment; taking credit
for group work when the student has not contributed an equal or appropriate share
toward the final result.
Plagiarism is defined as the use, without proper acknowledgment, of the ideas, phrases,
sentences, or larger units of discourse from another writer or speaker. Plagiarism
includes the unauthorized copying of software and the violation of copyright laws.
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Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, taking someone else’s assignment or portion of
an assignment and submitting it as one's own; submitting material written by someone
else or rephrasing the ideas of another without giving the author’s name or source;
presenting the work of tutors, parents, siblings, or friends as one's own; submitting
papers from the Internet written by someone else as one's own; supporting plagiarism
by providing work to others, whether it is believed it will be copied or not.
Teachers are responsible for decisions regarding suspected cheating. Students can
expect measures such as, but not limited to, a zero on the assessment, a Saturday
School with an alternative assignment, or a failing grade in that class.
HONOR ROLL
The honor roll is now figured automatically by the computer. It is based upon the following
information:
1. A 3.0 average is necessary to be on the honor roll. This is an average, so that a C
grade does not eliminate a student from the honor roll. However, a D+, D, D- , F or
I (incomplete) grade will automatically eliminate the student from the honor roll.
2. Points are determined in the following manner: A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1.
Look at the following example:
English
A
Chemistry
C
U.S. History
B
Bus Law
C
The total points would be 11, the total courses would be 4.0 so, 11 divided by 4.0 =
2.75. The student did not make the honor roll.
3. It is important that all teachers understand this and transmit this understanding on to
the students. The office will gladly answer all the questions regarding this matter.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
A.
B.
C.
D.
Each high school student enrolled in the Jay School Corporation (beginning with the
freshman class of 1996) shall be required to present evidence of 46 credits of
school work as well as comply with all other requirements established by the State
of Indiana and the local school district for graduation. Any student who may
transfer into this school district as a or senior shall obtain the number of credits
required from their previous high school for graduation or the student may elect to
meet the regular requirements of Jay County High School.
ACADEMIC HONORS DIPLOMA
Refer to the Course Description Guide.
TECHNICAL HONORS DIPLOMA
Refer to the Course Description Guide
CORE 40
Refer to the Course Description Guide
GENERAL DIPLOMA
A general diploma is available for those students who choose not to meet the Core
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40 requirements. A formal opt-out process must be completed to obtain this
diploma type. See your high school counselor for details.
E. CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
The board will award a certificate of completion to those students who meet the
course requirements, but who do not meet the state GQE Requirements.
F. GRADUATION CEREMONY PARTICIPATION
It shall be the policy of the school board to acknowledge each student’s successful
completion of the instructional program appropriate to the achievement of
corporation goals and objectives as well as personal proficiency by the awarding of
a diploma or a certificate of completion at appropriate ceremonies.
Commencement exercises will include only those students who will be receiving a
diploma or certificate of completion.
Students must meet ALL of the graduation requirements as outlined in the Course
Description Guide as well as testing or waiver requirements set forth by the IDOE
prior to participating in graduation ceremonies. These requirements must be
completed by NOON on the Thursday prior to Friday’s commencement practice.
With the approval of the high school principal, exchange students may participate in
the graduation ceremony and will receive an honorary diploma.
The Jay School Corporation’s Board of School Trustees believes that behavior and
appearances of participants should reflect the dignity of the graduation exercise.
The Board of School Trustees expects the administration to establish and enforce
behavior and appearance guidelines for this occasion. No student who has
completed the requirements for graduation shall be denied a diploma or certificate
of completion as a disciplinary measure, but a student may be denied participation
in the ceremony when personal conduct or disciplinary measures so warrant.
JCHS REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATION
See Jay County Course Description booklet for graduation requirements for the class of
2009, 2010 and class of 2011 and beyond. The booklets are in the Jay County High
School guidance department, IMC and on-line at http://www.jayschools.k12.in.us/jchs
CHANGE OF SCHEDULE
Based on the availability of classes, students may make changes to their
schedule during assigned days in the summer. Notice of those dates will be sent
home with the student’s final grade card. Changes made to a student’s schedule,
after those designated dates in the summer, will be permitted only if one of
the following conditions exists;
1. Error made by the school in developing a schedule.
2. Medical reasons with documentation.
3. A level change within a given course (regular to honor, honors to regular upon
department, teacher, and counselor recommendation).
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4. Failure of a course required for graduation.
5. Failure of a section/class that is aligned to a prerequisite course (Alg I to Alg II,
Spanish I to Spanish II).
6. Failure of a state or college required exam.
7. Emergency situation as deemed by the principal (or his/her designee).
If a student meets any of the above conditions, see a Guidance Counselor
and/or the principal (or designee) for approval of these changes
WITHDRAWAL FROM CLASSES
1. A student who is withdrawn from a class because of disciplinary or attendance
problems will receive an “F” grade and no credit.
2. No withdrawals will be permitted unless one of the above situations in “Change of
Schedule” is met.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Students in the SPECIAL NEEDS programs need the approval of their teacher of record
in the selection of all classes.
NO EARLY DISMISSAL WITHOUT EXTRAORDINARY OR EMERGENCY
CIRCUMSTANCES!
Students requesting “Early Dismissal” must submit an early dismissal form for
consideration by an appeals board. Initial sign-up will be for a full student schedule.
SEVEN SEMESTER GRADUATION:
Mid-year graduation is available to senior students who have met all of their graduation
credit requirements and the ECA graduation standards.
STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
Teachers are to request student volunteers prior to each 9 week grading cycle.
RE-ENROLLING
A student who wishes to enroll at Jay County High School and has a prior pattern of not
completing the semester is subject to an administrative decision for enrollment. Factors
to be considered will include the number of previous times enrolled in high school,
reasons for prior enrollment not being continued, age of the student, and the number of
credits needed to obtain a diploma from Jay County High School. The parent and
student will receive a written determination of the administrative decision and the
reasons for said decision. Any parent and student who wish to appeal the
administrative decision may do so in accordance with the provisions set out in Indiana
Code 20-8.1-5-14.
AHERA ANNUAL NOTICE
In accordance with the US EPA’s AHERA Standard (ref: 40 CFR 763.80)< all
information concerning asbestos-containing materials in the schools of the Jay School
Corporation is available for review and copying by students, staff, and guardians during
normal business hours.
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SCHOOL DISCIPLINE POLICY AND
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Principals and teachers are expected to maintain order and discipline. Observance of
the laws of good citizenship shall be required of all students. This includes being civil to
all persons, which generally means being courteous, well mannered, and polite.
Corporal punishment, when administered, shall be done in the presence of the
administrator or the administrator’s designee. This may be administered only as a last
resort.
The entire foundation and success of public school education depends on the basic
concept of self-discipline, a self-discipline which will allow all individuals to exist in a
world of change and with the individual rights afforded them by our Federal and State
Constitutions. Certain standards of student conduct are necessary to assure that
students seeking to express their own individual rights do not at the same time infringe
upon the rights of others. The responsibility for the development and maintenance of
self-discipline falls to the cooperative efforts of students, parents, teachers,
administrators, and community.
The responsibility for the development and enforcement of additional rules and
regulations to implement this Student Discipline Policy (if necessary), is delegated to the
Superintendent and the building principals.
In the absence of self-discipline, the superintendent, principal, any administrative
personnel, teachers, or other school personnel of the Jay School Corporation are
authorized to take certain actions necessary to help any student, to further school
purposes, to prevent an interference with the educational function, and to stop student
misconduct and substantial disobedience. Some behavior is much more serious than
other behavior and requires different approaches and clearly defined actions.
Reprimand, corporal punishment, probation, in-school/out-of-school suspension, referral
to special personnel in the schools (counselors, assistant principal, principal) parent
conferences, detention, referral to special central office personnel (i.e. home school
advisor, district attendance officer, psychologist) and expulsion are among the actions
available to respond to school discipline problems.
Recognizing that the behavior of some students may be so disruptive that it interferes
with school purposes or educational functions of the school corporation, school officials
may find it necessary to remove a student from the school. In this event and in
accordance with the provisions of IC 20-33-8, the Board of School Trustees authorizes
administrators and staff members to take the following actions: (*Continued on next
page)
1. REMOVAL FROM CLASS OR ACTIVITY-TEACHER:
a. A middle school or high school teacher will have the right to remove a student
from his/her class or activity for a period of up to one (1) school day if the
student is assigned regular or additional work to be completed in another school
setting.
b. An elementary teacher will have the right to remove a student from his/her
classroom or activity for a period of up to one (1) school day if the student is
assigned regular or additional work to be completed in another school setting.
2. SUSPENSION FROM SCHOOL-PRINCIPAL: A school principal (or designee) may
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deny a student the right to attend school or take part in any school function for a
period of up to ten (10) school days. The student may be suspended for more than
ten (10) school days only while pending expulsion if the student’s continued
suspension will prevent or substantially reduce the risk of:
a. Interference with an educational function or school purposes; or
b. A physical injury to the student, other students, school employees, or visitors to
the school.
3. EXPULSION: In accordance with the due process procedures defined in this policy,
a student may be expelled from school for a period no longer than the remainder of
the current semester plus the following semester, with the exception of a violation of
rules 6 and 16 which provide for greater penalties, listed under the Grounds for
Suspension and Expulsion in the policy.
GROUNDS FOR SUSPENSION OR
EXPULSION
Grounds which could result in suspension or expulsion are student misconduct or
substantial disobedience that occurs at school or any extra-curricular activity. The
following include examples of student misconduct or substantial disobedience but are
not limited to:
1. Using violence, force, noise, coercion, threat, intimidation, fear, passive resistance,
or other comparable conduct constituting an interference with school purposes, or
urging other students to engage in such conduct. The following enumeration is only
illustrative and not limited to the type of conduct prohibited by this subdivision:
a. Occupying any school building, school grounds, or part thereof with intent to
deprive others of its use.
b. Blocking the entrance or exits of any school building or corridor or room therein
with intent to deprive others of lawful access to or from, or use of the building,
corridor or room.
c. Setting fire to or damaging any school building or property.
d. Prevention of or attempting to prevent by physical act the convening or
continued functioning of any school or educational function, or of any meeting
or assembly on school property.
e. Continuously and intentionally making noise or acting in any manner so as to
interfere seriously with the ability of any teacher or any of the other school
personnel to conduct the educational function under their supervision.
f. Threats (whether specific or general in nature) of damage or injury to persons
or property, regardless of whether there is a present ability to commit the act.
g. Failing to report the actions or plans of another person to a teacher or
administrator where those actions or plans, if carried out, could result in harm to
another person or persons or damage property when the student has
information about such actions or plans.
h. Failing to completely and truthfully respond to questions from a staff member
regarding school-related matters including potential violations of the student
conduct rules or state or federal law.
i. Engaging in violence and/or threat of violence against any student, staff member,
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9.
10.
and/or other persons. Prohibited violent or threatening conduct includes
threatening, planning, or conspiring with others to engage in a violent activity.
Causing or attempting to cause damage to school property or stealing or attempting
to steal school property.
Causing or attempting to cause damage to private property or stealing or attempting
to steal private property.
Intentionally causing or attempting to cause physical injury or intentionally behaving
in such a way as could reasonably cause physical injury to any person. Selfdefense or reasonable action undertaken on the reasonable belief that it was
necessary to protect some other person does not, however, constitute a violation of
this provision.
Threatening or intimidating any student for the purpose of, or with the intent of
obtaining money or anything of value from the student.
Bringing a deadly weapon to school or on school property or possessing a deadly
weapon on school property. Deadly weapon is fully defined in IC 35-41-1-8 and
generally is a weapon, device, equipment, chemical substance or other material
that in the manner it is used, or could ordinarily be used, or is intended to be used,
is readily capable of causing serious bodily injury. Deadly weapon as used in this
rule does not include a firearm because firearms are controlled by Rule 16 herein.
Knifes, BB guns, or pellet guns are among the items which may be considered as
deadly weapons. Violation of this Rule 6 may result in suspension and expulsion for
a period of one (1) calendar year. The Superintendent or the Superintendent’s
designee shall notify the appropriate law enforcement agency having jurisdiction
over the property where the school is located when a student is expelled under this
rule. (IC 20-33-8-16)
Possession, handling, or transmitting any item that can reasonably be considered to
be a weapon, other than a deadly weapon as defined in rule 6 herein.
No student shall distribute, dispense, possess, use or be under the influence of any
alcoholic beverage, malt beverage or fortified wine or other intoxicating liquor or
unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use or be under the
influence of any narcotic drug, synthetic drug, hallucinogenic drug substance,
amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, anabolic steroid, or any other controlled
substance, as defined in schedules I through V of section 202 of the Controlled
Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) and further defined by regulation at 21 C.F.R.
1300.11 through 1300.15, before, during or after school hours at school or in any
other school district location as defined below.
“School district location” means in any school building or on any school premises; in
any school-owned vehicle or in any other school-approved vehicle used to transport
students to and from school or school activity; off school property at any schoolsponsored or school-approved activity, event or function, such as a field trip or
athletic event, where students are under the jurisdiction of the school district.
Engaging in the unlawful selling of a controlled substance or engaging in a criminal
law violation that constitutes a danger to other students or constitutes an
interference with school purposes or an educational function.
Failing to comply with directions of teachers or other school personnel during any
period of time when the student is properly under their supervision, where the
failure constitutes an interference with school purposes or an educational function.
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11. Engaging in any activity forbidden by the laws of Indiana that constitutes an
interference with school purposes or an educational function.
12. Violating or repeatedly violating any rules that are reasonably necessary in carrying
out school purposes or an educational function and are validly adopted in
accordance with Indiana law, including, but not limited to:
a. Sexual harassment of students or staff or engaging in sexual behavior on
school property;
b. Disobedience of administrative authority, which includes failure to identify
yourself when requested to do so by authorized school personnel;
c. Willful absence or tardiness of students;
d. Possessing, using, or transmitting any substance which is represented to be or
looks like a narcotic drug, synthetic drug, hallucinogenic drug substance,
amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverage, stimulant,
depressant, or intoxicant of any kind;
e. Possessing, using, transmitting, or being under the influence of caffeine-based
substances, substances containing phenylpropanolamine (PPA), or stimulants
of any kind, be they available with or without a prescription;
f. Possession or use of tobacco products of any kind or in any form; including but
not limited to lighters, matches etc.
g. Engaging in speech or conduct which is a profanity or is lewd, vulgar, indecent,
or illegal;
h. Wearing or possessing clothing or other objects which (whether stated or
implied) have a profanity or are lewd, vulgar, or indecent or which refer to
drugs, tobacco, alcohol, sex, illegal activities or is plainly offensive to school
purposes;
i. Wearing hats or any other headgear (i.e. – bandanas), coats or jackets;
j. Setting off false fire alarms;
k. Utilizing electronic devices in violation of the Electronic Device Usage Policy.
These items may remain on the student’s person, but the device must be
silenced or turned off and will ONLY be utilized for educational purposes with
the consent from the classroom teacher, during the school day. The use of
electronic devices will be regulated by the rules of each classroom teacher.
l. Possessing or consuming pop or other beverages in any area other than the
cafeteria or other areas as may be identified by the administration. Open
containers of pop or other beverages are forbidden in student lockers
m. Possession or distribution of any medicine (prescription or non-prescription) in
violation of school board policy governing administration of medicine at school.
n. Possession or use of a laser pointer while on school property or while attending
a school-sponsored activity on or off school property unless under the
supervision of a staff member and in the context of instruction.
o. Related to Possession or use of skateboards, roller blades or skate shoes.
p. Falsely accusing any person of sexual harassment, or of violating a school rule,
and/or a state or federal law.
q. Taking or displaying pictures (digital or otherwise) and/or videos without the
consent of the student or staff member in a situation not a school purpose or
educational function.
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13.
14.
15.
16.
r. Engaging in academic dishonesty, including cheating, intentionally plagiarizing,
wrongfully giving or receiving help during an academic examination, and
wrongfully obtaining test copies or scores.
s. Sending, sharing, viewing or possessing pictures, videos, text messages, email
or other material of a sexual nature in electronic or any other form, including the
contents of a cell phone or other electronic device.
Aiding, assisting, or conspiring with another person(s) to violate these student
conduct rules or state/federal laws.
Possession or distribution of ammunition.
POSSESSION OF A FIREARM OR A BOMB
a. No student shall possess, handle or transmit any firearm, destructive device or
bomb on school property.
b. The following devices are considered to be a firearm as defined under this rule:
• any weapon which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to
expel a projectile by the action of an explosive
• the frame or receiver of any weapon described above
• any firearm muffler or firearm silencer
• any destructive device which is an explosive, incendiary, or poison gas
bomb, grenade rocket having a propellant charge of more than four
ounces, missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than onequarter ounce, mine, or any similar device.
• any weapon which will, or which may be readily converted to expel a
projectile by the action of an explosive or other propellant, and which has
any barrel with a bore of more than one-half inch in diameter.
• any combination of parts either designed or intended for use in converting
any device into any destructive device described in the two immediately
preceding examples, and from which a destructive device may be readily
assembled.
• an antique firearm
• a rifle which the owner intends to use solely for sporting, recreational, or
cultural purposes
c. The penalty for possession of a firearm or a bomb is up to ten (10) days
suspension and expulsion from school for one calendar year with the return of
the student to be at the beginning of the first semester after the one-period.
The length of the expulsion may be reduced by the superintendent if the
circumstances warrant such reduction.
d. The superintendent or the superintendent’s designee shall immediately notify
the appropriate law enforcement agency having jurisdiction over the property
where the school is located when a student is expelled under this rule.
(Legal Reference: I.C. 20-33-8-16)
GANG ACTIVITY
Engaging in any type of gang* activity including but not limited to:
a. Promoting Gang Activity
Any act or pattern of acts, in which an individual promotes as gang activity,
including any act or acts which identify an individual as a member of a gang.
b. Engaging in any act in furtherance of the interests of any gang or gang activity
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such as:
1) soliciting membership
2) soliciting any person to pay for protection
3) vandalism, including the inscribing of gang related graffiti, messages,
symbols or signs on school property
4) soliciting any person to engage in physical violence against any other
person.
*A gang is defined as any two or more persons whose purposes include the
commission of: 1) an illegal act or acts, and/or; 2) acts in violation of the
disciplinary rules and regulations of the Jay School Corporation.
17. Violation of the Internet Policy, a copy of which is available in the office.
18. Engaging in bullying. Bullying is defined as overt, repeated acts or gestures,
including verbal or written communications transmitted; physical act committed; or
any other behaviors committed by a student or group of students against another
student with the intent to harass, ridicule, humiliate, intimidate, or harm the other
student (Legal Reference I.C.20-33-8-13.5)
19. Engaging in any hazing type of conduct which is defined as performing any act or
coercing another, including the victim, to perform any act of initiation into any class,
group, or organization that causes or creates a risk of causing mental, emotional, or
physical harm. Permission, consent, or assumption of risk by an individual
subjected to hazing shall not lessen the prohibitions contained in this policy.
NOTE: The grounds for suspension or expulsion listed above apply when a student is:
a. On school grounds immediately before, during, and immediately after school
hours and at any other time when the school is being used by a school group.
b. Off school grounds at a school activity, function or event;
c. Traveling to or from school or a school activity, function or event.
d. Using property or equipment provided by the school.
20. In addition to the grounds listed above, a student may be suspended or expelled for
engaging in unlawful activity on or off school grounds if the unlawful activity may
reasonably be considered to be an interference with school purposes or an
educational function, or the student’s removal is necessary to restore order or
protect persons on school property. This includes any unlawful activity meeting the
above criteria which takes place during weekends, holidays, other school breaks,
and the summer periods when a student may not be attending classes or other
school functions.
21. I.C. 20-33-8-8 (a) Student supervision and the desirable behavior of students in
carrying out school purposes is the responsibility of the school corporation and the
students of the school corporation
INFRACTIONS CHART
An infraction chart is presented. These infractions and penalties are general guidelines.
They are not meant to be all inclusive and the administration reserves the right to
deviate based on the unique circumstances of an incident. Any violation of state statute
will result in filing appropriate forms with the proper authorities. (TAP-Temporary
Alternative Placement; OSS-Out of School Suspension; APC- Alternative Placement
Center may be used in place of OSS) (* additional discipline, depending on violation,
may result)
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VIOLATION:
1st
2nd
3rd (*)
1. Excessive
rude/unacceptable
language to school
personnel
3 Days OSS
5 Days OSS
OSS up to
Expulsion
2.Possession of tobacco
1 Days OSS
2 Days OSS
Fine/court /
Expulsion
3.Alcohol use, possession
or under influence
OSS up to
Expulsion
4.Drug use, possession or
under influence
Expulsion
5.Possession of drug
paraphernalia
Expulsion
6.Use/threat with weapon
or firearm possession
Expulsion
7.Fighting
1-5 Days OSS
6-10 Days OSS
OSS up to
Expulsion
8.Threats / Harassment to
students
Saturday School
up to Expulsion
9. Failure to serve
Thursday Night School
Friday Night
School/Saturday
School
Saturday School /
Loss of driving
privilege 9 weeks
OSS up to
Expulsion
10.Failure to serve
Saturday School/ Friday
Night School
2 Days TAP
2 Days OSS / Loss
of driving privilege
9 weeks
OSS up to
Expulsion
11.Leaving class without
permission / out of area
Thursday Night
School up to
Expulsion
12.Insubordination/
Defiance
Saturday School
TAP
OSS up to
Expulsion
13.Driving or parking
violation
Verbal warning up
to one semester
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of loss of
privileges
14.Forged Notes
Saturday School
15.Theft
Restitution and
up to Expulsion
16.Vandalism
Restitution and
up to Expulsion
17.Cheating/Plagiarism
Zero on
Assignment or
Saturday School
w/ an Alternative
Assignment
Zero on
(F) for the
Assignment or
nine weeks
Saturday School w/
an Alternative
Assignment
18.Violation of Dress Code
Change clothing /
verbal
Saturday
OSS up to
Expulsion
19.Possession of Fire
works
5 Days OSS up to
Expulsion
20. Skipping class / year
Saturday School
2 Days TAP
OSS up to
Expulsion
21. Profanity / year
Saturday School
1 Day TAP
OSS up to
Expulsion
22. Internet rules
Loss of internet
up to Expulsion
23. Public display of
affection PDA (kissing)
Saturday School
Saturday School
TAP
24. Pop in school lockers
Thursday Night
School
Saturday School
Saturday
School
25. Removal from class /
class disruption
TAP
Saturday School
26. Altered / Forged Dr.
note
1-3 Days OSS
OSS up to
Expulsion
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1-3 Days OSS
OSS up to
Expulsion
27. Absent without
permission / Truancy
Saturday / School
Detention up to
due process
28. Using any object as a
projectile
Saturday School
OSS up to
Expulsion
29. Electronic Device
violation
Saturday School
& parents pick up
phone that day
1 Day OSS &
parent conference
with administration
3 Days OSS
& loss of
electronic
device
privileges
TOBACCO AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS
Students’ use of tobacco violates several sound principles that the Jay School
Corporation supports. The use of tobacco is contrary to health and safety practices
taught in the classroom. Smoking in school buildings violates state and local fire
ordinances, and possession of tobacco is against school district policies and if you are
under eighteen years of age, it is against the law. In addition, to being a violation that
could result in suspension and/or expulsion from school for any student, a student under
the age of eighteen years of age who is found in possession of tobacco products may
be cited to Court. Please be aware that the penalties imposed as a result of this
violation could result in a fine not to exceed $500.00 plus court costs as imposed by the
Court.
SUSPENSION AND ALTERNATIVE
PLACEMENT PROCEDURES
When a principal (or designee) determines that a student should be suspended, the
following procedures will be followed:
1. A meeting will be held prior to the suspension of any student. At this meeting the
student will be entitled to:
A. a written or oral statement of the charges;
B. if the student denies the charges, a summary of the evidence against the
student will be presented; and,
C. the student will be provided an opportunity to explain his or her conduct.
2. The meeting shall precede suspension of the student except where the nature of
the misconduct requires immediate removal. In such situations the meeting will
follow the suspension as soon as reasonably possible following the date of the
suspension.
3. Following the suspension, the parents or guardians of suspended students will be
notified in writing. The notification will include the dates of the suspension describe
the student’s misconduct, and the action taken by the principal.
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EXPULSION PROCEDURES
When a principal (or designee) recommends to the superintendent (or designee) that a
student be expelled from school, the following procedures will be followed:
1. The superintendent (or designee) may conduct an expulsion meeting, or may
appoint one of the following persons to conduct the expulsion meeting:
A. legal counsel
B. a member of the administrative staff who did not expel the student and was not
involved in the events giving rise to the expulsion.
2. An expulsion will not take place until the student and the student’s parent are asked
to appear at an expulsion meeting conducted by the superintendent or the person
designated above. Failure by a student or a student’s parent to appear at this
meeting will be deemed a waiver of rights administratively to contest the expulsion
or to appeal it to the school board.
3. Notice of the right to an expulsion meeting will be in writing, sent by certified mail or
by personal delivery, and contain the reasons for the expulsion and the procedure
for requesting the meeting.
4. At the expulsion meeting, the principal (or designee) will present evidence to
support the charges against the student. The student or parent will have the
opportunity to answer the charges against the student, and to present evidence to
support the student’s position.
5. If an expulsion meeting is held, the person conducting the expulsion meeting will
make a written summary of the evidence heard at the meeting, take any action
found to be appropriate, and give notice of the action taken to the student and the
student’s parent.
The student or parent has the right to appeal the decision of the person conducting the
expulsion meeting to the school board within 10 days of the receipt of notice of the
action taken. The student or parent appeal to the school must be in writing. If an
appeal is properly made, the board must consider the appeal unless the board votes not
to hear the appeal. If the board hears the appeal, it will consider the written summary of
the expulsion meeting and the arguments of the student and/or the student’s parent,
and the principal. The board will then take any action deemed appropriate.
LEGAL REFERENCE:
20 U.S.C. 8001
20 U.S.C. 8002
I.C. 20-33-8-1 et. seq.
TEMPORARY ALTERNATIVE PLACEMENT
(T.A.P.)
The in-school detention room is maintained as a quiet study-work area. It is used as a
means of punishment to students who disobey school rules, ignore school policy, or
have problems maintaining self-discipline. Repeated abuse of detention room rules will
lead to further disciplinary action which may include an out of school suspension or
expulsion. A detailed list of rules will be given to the student when an assignment is
made.
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THURSDAY NIGHT SCHOOL (T.N.S.)
After school detention is much like in-school detention. It is another means of
punishment for those students who have chosen to disobey or ignore school policy and
rules. A detailed list of the rules will be given to the student when an assignment is
made. Transportation is the responsibility of the student.
FRIDAY NIGHT SCHOOL (F.N.S.)
Friday night school will be held from 3:20 P.M. till 6:00 P.M. A detailed list of rules will
be given to the student when an assignment it made. Transportation is the
responsibility of the student.
SATURDAY SCHOOL (S.S.)
In an effort to reduce the amount of time students miss class due to out of school
suspension; we will be using Saturday school as an alternative form of discipline when it
is appropriate. Saturday school meets each Saturday morning from 8:00 A.M. until
11:00 A.M. during the school year. A detailed list of the rules will be given to the student
when an assignment is made. Transportation is the responsibility of the student.
ALTERNATIVE PLACEMENT CENTER
(A.P.C.)
In some instances, Saturday School may prove to be inappropriate or in effective. In
such cases the Alternative Placement Center (APC) will be utilized. The Alternative
Placement Center is housed at the John Jay Center for Learning and is monitored Jay
School Corporation Personnel. Students are to be delivered and picked up from the
Alternative Placement Centered by their guardian or their adult designee. Students will
be responsible to take all of their school materials with them to the site.
KEEPING AT-RISK STUDENTS IN SCHOOL
(KARSS)
Violation of any school rules may lead to referral to the KARSS Program.
The KARSS Program is a cooperative endeavor between the Jay School Corporation
and the Youth Service Bureau of Jay County, Inc. This program provides students with
an alternative to suspension and/or expulsion. The program focuses on building
feelings of competency, usefulness, belonging, and empowerment through community
service experiences. The goal of the KARSS Program is to assist students with
addressing issues that resulted in their referral to the program, enabling them to
successfully return to their school of record and ultimately graduate.
SUSPENSION & EXPULSION
In some instances, Friday Night School or Saturday School may not be appropriate or
effective. Suspension from school may be used at these times. The suspension may
be either in school or out-of-school. The student is not permitted to be on Jay School
Corporation property or attend any Jay School Corporation activities, on or off campus,
during the suspension period. Expulsion from school is reserved for the most serious
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offenses, and is for a period of time longer than 10 days.
HARASSMENT
“It is the policy of the School Board to maintain an education and work environment
which is free from all forms of unlawful harassment including sexual harassment. This
commitment applies to all School Corporation operations, programs, and activities. All
student, administrators, teachers, staff, and all other school personnel share
responsibility for avoiding, discouraging, and reporting any form of unlawful harassment.
This policy applies to unlawful conduct occurring on school property, or at another
location if such conduct occurs during an activity sponsored by the Board. The Board
will vigorously enforce its prohibition against harassment based on sex, race, color,
national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other unlawful basis, and
encourages those within the School Corporation to seek assistance to rectify the
problems.
No student may engage in any harassing behavior.
Students or parents of students who feel the student has been unlawfully harassed
should file a formal written complaint with the principal of the school building. If an
administrator is involved, the complaint should be filed with the Superintendent of the
Jay School Corporation who is the Anti-Harassment Complaint Coordinator for the Jay
School Corporation.”
BULLYING
Engaging in bullying—Bullying is defined as overt, repeated acts or gestures, including
verbal or written communications transmitted; physical act committed; or any other
behaviors committed by a student or group of students against another student with the
intent to harass, ridicule, humiliate, intimidate, or harm the other students.
Parents or students who suspect that repeated acts of bullying are taking place should
report the matter to the school principal or designee. School personnel will investigate
all reports of bullying.
Counseling, corrective discipline, and/or referral to law enforcement will be used to
change the behavior of the perpetrator. This includes appropriate intervention(s),
restoration of a positive climate, and support for victims and others impacted by the
violation.
Educational outreach and training will be provided to school personnel, parents, and
students concerning the identification, prevention, and intervention in bullying.
OPERATOR’S LICENSE/PERMIT
RESTRICTION RULES
The Jay School Corporation adopts the following regarding the restriction of operator’s
licenses and permits for students in The Jay School Corporation:
Section I. Habitual Truancy
A. Any person, while of the ages of 13 and 14, who is determined to be a habitual
truant, cannot be issued an operator’s license or learner’s permit until at least
the age of 18.
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B. The term “habitual truant” is hereby defined as: (*Continued on next page)
1. A student absent from school without any advance knowledge and
permission from parent(s), guardian(s), or a school official in any one of the
following circumstances:
a. Truant for 2 days in any semester
b. Truant for 3 days in or during any school year
c. Skipping 2 classes in a school year is equal to one day truant.
d. Any student who is adjudicated as truant by juvenile authorities.
2. Any student who is chronically absent, by having unexcused absences
from school for more than ten (10) days of school in one (1) school year.
(Ref SECTION 18. IC 20-33-2-11)
C. The procedures for enforcement of Section I as applied to a student, who is 13
or 14 years old, are as follows:
1. The principal or principal’s designee shall:
a. Designate any student as a habitual truant if the student’s attendance
records indicate a violation of Section I.B.
b. Give written notice by certified mail to the student and the student’s
parent or custodian or such designation
c. Notify the State Bureau Motor Vehicles.
D. For any student age 13 through 17 who has been determined or designated a
habitual truant under this rule, the following review procedures apply:
1. The principal shall review the student’s attendance record no less than one
time each school year to determine if the prohibition against receipt of an
operator’s license or learner’s permit shall continue.
The principal shall be guided by the following factor
a. At least 60 school days must have elapsed from the prior determination
in order to have a significant sampling upon which to make a
determination of improved attendance.
b. The number of absences since the initial determination or designation
and the reasons for each shall be reviewed. One absence based on
truancy (willful and in defiance of parental authority) shall cause the
principal to recommend that the aforementioned prohibition shall
continue.
2. The principal shall recommend to the school superintendent whether the
prohibition should continue or should be terminated.
3. The superintendent shall then notify the principal of his decision and if the
prohibition is to be terminated, the principal shall notify the Bureau of Motor
Vehicles, the student and the parent or guardian. If the prohibition is to
continue, no further actions shall be taken, except to note the review and
the recommendation.
E. A student described in Section I is entitled to a hearing upon proper request.
Section II. Expulsion, Suspension, and Exclusion
A. Issuance of License or permit
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1. Indiana Law provides:
A driver’s license or a learner’s permit may not be issued to an individual
less than eighteen (18) years of ago who meets any of the following
conditions:
a. Is a habitual truant
b. Is under at least a second suspension from school for the school year
and expulsion from school
c. Is under an expulsion from school
d. Has withdrawn from school, for a reason other than financial hardship
and the withdrawal was reported before graduation.
2. The principal shall not sign any eligibility form designed to accompany an
individual application for the issuance of a license/permit for any student
described in 1 above until the end of the semester in which the student is
reinstated.
B. Invalidation of License or Permit
1. Indiana law provides: If a person is less than eighteen (18) years of age
and is a habitual truant, is under a suspension or an expulsion or has
withdrawn from school (all as described in IC 9-24-2-1), the bureau shall,
upon notification by the person’s principal, invalidate the person’s license or
permit until the earliest of the following:
a. the person becomes eighteen (18) years of age
b. one hundred twenty (120) days after the person is suspended or the
end of a semester during which the person returns to school, whichever
is longer
c. the suspension, expulsion, or exclusion is reversed after the person
has had a hearing under I.C. 20-33-8
2. For purposes of the invalidation of a license/permit, the principal shall notify
the State Bureau of Motor Vehicles in the following circumstances, with
each notice indicating the last day of the semester in which the student is
expected to be reinstated:
a. The circumstances described in Section II, A., 1. above
3. Should any such second suspension, expulsion, or exclusion be reversed,
the principal shall notify the State Bureau of Motor Vehicles directly in
writing.
4. At least five (5) days before holding an exit interview for a withdrawing
student, the principal shall give notice by certified mail or personal delivery
to the student, the student’s parent or the student’s guardian of the
following:
a. That the exit interview will include a hearing to determine if the reason
for the withdrawal is financial hardship
b. If the principal determines that the reason for withdrawal is not financial
hardship:
i. The student and parent or guardian will receive a copy of the
determination; and
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ii. The student’s name will be submitted to the BMV.
5. Should the principal have reason to believe that a 17 year old student, or a
16 year old student with the written consent of the student’s
parents/custodians, is quitting school in order to avoid a second suspension
in a school year, an expulsion or exclusion described in II, A., 1. above, the
principal is given the discretion to consider such as an offer to quit, to reject
the offer, to continue with the suspension, expulsion, or exclusion
proceeding, and to notify the Bureau of Motor Vehicles of the outcome of
such proceedings.
Section III. Driver’s Training
The term “permit” used in this policy includes driver’s training permits as well as regular
learner’s permits. If a license or permit of a student taking driver’s training is
invalidated, (or not issued), the student shall not be allowed to drive and instructor shall
not sign the waiver.
Section IV. New Students
For the purposes of this rule, the principal of a newly enrolled student shall oversee the
development of procedure to obtain and review the attendance and discipline records
from the student’s previous school(s), and shall treat such records as if the conduct of
the student recorded therein had occurred within this school system. Similarly, the
principal shall recognize a previous school’s designation or determination of truancy and
habitual truancy, as well as any suspension, expulsion, or exclusion for misconduct.
Section V. Non-Public School Students
The principal shall be deemed to have no authority or duty to sign an eligibility form to
accompany the application for a license/permit of a person not enrolled in this public
school system.
Section VI. Privilege
The school administration is responsible to sign for students to receive their
license/permit. We feel that driving an automobile is a privilege (and not a right) that
must be taken seriously and this policy will be strictly enforced.
LEGAL REFERENCE:
IC 20-8.1-3-17.2
IC 9-24-2-4
IC 9-24-2-1
CAFETERIA PROCEDURES
1. The school cafeteria is maintained as a vital part of the health program of Jay
County High School. To encourage good nutrition, a well-balanced lunch is offered
at a reasonable price.
2. The lunch room management and your fellow students will appreciate your
cooperation in:
A. Depositing all lunch litter in wastebaskets.
B. Returning all trays and utensils to the dishwashing areas.
C. Leaving the table and floor around your place in a clean condition for others.
No food may be taken from the cafeteria.
D. Push your chair under the table upon finishing your meal.
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F.
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H.
I.
Throwing food, paper, or other items in the cafeteria is forbidden.
Moving ahead of other students in the lunch line is unacceptable behavior.
No food shall leave the cafeteria area (ex. Faculty sponsored lunch activities)
Students are expected to use the North restrooms located near the Commons.
Students must get permission from the lunch room supervisors to go to their
lockers.
3. Students are not permitted to leave the school campus during lunch periods. They
may remain in the cafeteria or other designated areas.
4. CHARGING MEALS- We strongly encourage that meal payments be made in
advance. A check is the best form of payment. Cash should be sent to school in a
sealed envelope. Charging meals (to be paid later) is strongly discouraged, but we
understand that an occasional emergency may make charging necessary. In these
cases:
A. Only full meals may be charged. The charging limit is five (5) meals. Ala carte
items may not be charged, including additional food and milk.
B. Parents will be notified and asked for prompt payment.
C. All charges must be paid in 10 days. If not paid, the account will be reported to
Central Office for collection.
D. In the event the student has exceeded the charging limit, the student should ask
the principal or his/her designee to authorize additional charging for a full meal.
IMC (LIBRARY)
The Instructional Materials Center is available for students to use from 8:00am to
3:30pm Monday through Friday. Students have access to computers, research
materials, project items and recreational reading selections. Passes are required from
all students and students must sign in unless a faculty or staff member accompanies
them or if it before or after school. Students may only visit the IMC during the lunch
mods if they present a pass or have permission from the library staff.
Check-out Policy
1. Students are limited to checking out 3 items. An exception will be made for students
that are conducting research and require additional materials.
2. Students are responsible for checking the back of their books for the due date. If a
student has an overdue item, they will not be able to check out additional materials.
Computer Lab Rules
1. Games, music or music videos, and social media are not allowed on school owned
computers unless permission is granted by a staff member.
2. Students should save all work on their Google Drive or a flashdrive.
3. Students must use the computer labs before or after school for school assignments,
looking up college or technical school information, or for scholarships research.
School computers shall be used for school assigned e-mail, and school related items
only.
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IMC Bookstore
The IMC Bookstore is open daily from 8:00 am to 3:30pm. Students may purchase
folders, pens, pencils—both mechanical and regular, erasers, index cards, etc.
BUS REGULATIONS
Bus transportation is provided for all students. All school rules apply to students while
waiting for the bus, while aboard the bus and immediately after leaving the bus. While
on the bus, students are to conduct themselves properly at all times. Any student who
becomes a discipline problem or jeopardizes the safety of others may be assigned a
permanent seat by the driver, sent to the principal, or designee, for discipline or have
the bus riding privilege withdrawn by the administration. Each bus driver may have his
or her own specific rules but here are general guidelines for bus conduct:
1. Upon entering the bus, proceed to a seat and be seated. Remain seated during the
bus route.
2. Loud, boisterous, or obscene language shall not be tolerated.
3. No windows or doors should be opened or closed except by permission of the
driver.
4. Teasing, scuffling, tripping, holding, or any other type of disruptive behavior shall
not be tolerated.
STUDENT VEHICLE REGISTRATION,
DRIVING, AND PARKING RULES
Driving to school and parking at Jay County High School are privileges granted by the
Jay School Corporation.
1. A student driver must have a valid Indiana Drivers License.
2. A student driver must display a valid Jay County High School Parking Tag in the
front window.
3. Speeding, spinning tires, or careless driving in the parking lot or streets, roads, and
highways around the school will not be tolerated.
4. Student drivers must always yield the right of way to buses.
5. Students are to park their cars immediately upon entering the parking lot. All cars
are to be parked appropriately in the marked spaces. Loitering in the parking lot is
not permitted.
6. Student parking is permitted only in the North parking lot.
7. Students who drive to school agree to allow their cars to be searched if deemed
necessary by school officials.
8. The student driver assumes complete responsibility for being in class on time.
Tardiness to school because of car or traffic problems is not excused. (This also
applies to riders.)
9. Excessive tardiness or absences to school may result in loss of driving privileges.
10. Any driving behavior deemed inappropriate by school officials may result in loss of
driving privileges.
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DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS AND
RETURNED CHECK POLICY
The Parent/Guardian is responsible for fees/charges incurred by their student, including,
but not limited to, textbook, rental fees, class fees, food service charges, etc. The
Parent/Guardian is responsible to reimburse the Jay School Corporation for any cost
incurred in an effort to collect on accounts due, including, but not limited to, collection
fees, court costs, and a reasonable attorney fee. (*Continued on next page)
The banks’ assessed fee will be assessed to the issuer of any check returned to the
school and/or to the Jay School Corporation.
FEDERAL EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND
PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
AVAILABILITY OF STUDENT RECORDS
PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS
It is the intent of the Jay School Corporation, in keeping with the requirements of the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the Protection of Pupil Rights
Amendment in the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, to make student records available
for review in all instances as provided by the law and to provide pupil protection of pupil
rights. Whenever a student has attained the age of eighteen (18) or is attending an
institution of post-secondary education, the permission or consent required of and the
rights accorded to the parents shall thereafter only be required of and accorded to the
student.
1. The parent has a right to examine any student record until the student is 18 years of
age; thereafter, only the student himself has such a right. The parents and students
have the right to inspect and review the student’s record within 45 days of the day
the School receives a request for access.
2. The parent or the student has a right to have a record corrected if it is inaccurate,
misleading, or is “otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student”.
3. A record must be kept with each student record showing who examined it, the date
on which it was examined, and the purpose of the examination.
4. Certain persons may examine a student’s records without parental consent; these
include school officials, including teachers who have “legitimate educational
interests,” officials of other school systems where transfer is made; and certain
other representatives of the federal government with various limitations.
5. Any person may examine or receive the records if the parents specify the records to
be released, the reason for such release, and to whom they are to be released. A
copy must be sent to the parents if such is requested. The parent may also request
and receive a copy of the record forwarded to another system along with an official
transfer.
6. A copy may also be furnished pursuant to a court order or subpoena, but only if the
parent is given advance notice.
7. The parent of the student over the age of 18 has the right to file a complaint with the
U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the Jay School
Corporation to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of
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the Office that administers FERPA are: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S.
Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 202024605
The following guidelines will be followed in keeping with this intent:
1. A “student’s records” consist of all official records, files, and data directly related to
a student and maintained by the school, intended for school use or to be available
to parties outside of the school. Such records include all the material in the
student’s cumulative folder and includes, but is not limited to, general identifying
data; records of attendance and of academic work completed; records of
achievement in the school curriculum and in standardized achievement tests,
results of other evaluative tests such as intelligence, aptitude, psychological, and
interest inventory tests; health data; teacher and counselor ratings and
observations; and verified reports of serious or recurrent behavior. Student’s
records are the property of the school. Access to, correction, and disposition of
them shall be governed by this policy.
A “student’s records” shall not include the following:
A. Data which relates to a student but by which he cannot be identified, as for
example, by social security number; name, address, or names of relatives.
Such records generally are referred to as unidentifiable student records.
B. Personal files maintained by persons who are licensed school employees or
consultants, engaged directly in educating, testing or counseling any student for
use in this connection and not maintained for general school use. Such records
include grade books, notes on student work, transcripts of interviews, notes
relating to clinical diagnosis and other memory aids. Records such as these are
the property of the person who makes them. The privilege of making and
keeping such records shall be conditional upon their not being shown, turned
over to, or used by any other person; provided, however, the subject matter of
the records may be discussed with other school certificated employees or
consultants in connection with the education of any student.
C. Examples of student projects such as art projects, vocational projects, and
written work.
2. Student’s records will generally be kept in the cumulative record folders either in the
school corporation administrative office or in the school in which the student is
currently enrolled. With the consent of the Superintendent of Schools or his
designee, a portion of student records may be kept in other places for reasons of
effective school administration, such as data collected and maintained n vocational
or special education centers.
Student’s records shall be under the control of a certificated person appointed by
the Superintendent to administer this policy.
Each individual student cumulative folder and each student record maintained
separately from the folder shall contain a written form upon which any person
examining such records shall indicate the following:
a. The identity of the examiner
b. The specific record examined
c. Purpose of the examination
d. The date on which, or in case the examiner is a school employee whose
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functions require repeated examinations, the period of time over which such
examinations were made.
3. A parent of a student who (a) is under the age of eighteen (18) and (b) is currently
enrolled in the school corporation, or (c) the records of whom are otherwise
maintained by the school corporation, has a right to inspect and review such
student’s records or any part of those records. In order to inspect a student’s
records, the inspector shall present a written request to the Office of the
Superintendent or his designee. The request shall state the specific records which
the parents wish to inspect. In the event the school cannot determine the exact
records as described, the designated school employee shall immediately contact
the parents by letter or otherwise, to determine the desired scope of records to be
inspected.
When records requested include information concerning more than one student, the
parents shall examine only that part of the record pertaining to their child or, where
this cannot reasonably be done, be informed of the contents of that part of their
record pertaining to their child.
4. The school records of any student shall be available to the following persons, or in
the following situations without the consent of parents:
A. Local school officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the
education of the student. Such persons shall include the Superintendent,
Principal, counselor, and other certificated staff as designated by the
superintendent. Such examinations may be made for research or studies within
the school corporation or other legitimate educational purposes, but in no event
shall any data include information which would allow personal identification of
any student or his/her parents.
B. Officials of other school systems in which the student intends to enroll, upon the
condition that the student’s parents be notified of the transfer, and, if the
student’s records are to be transferred, to receive a copy of the records and an
opportunity before the transfer for a hearing to correct such record if necessary.
C. Authorized representatives of the Controller General of the United States of the
Secretary of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare, or any other
federal agency, and authorized employees of the Department of Education of
the State of Indiana; provided however, that except where collection of
personally identifiable data is specifically authorized by federal law, any data or
copies collected by such officials with respect to individual students shall not
include information that would permit the personal identification of any students
or their parents.
D. Where such information is furnished in compliance with either a judicial order or
pursuant to any lawfully issued subpoena, upon the condition that parents are
notified of all such orders as soon as reasonably possible after they are
received and in any event no less than twenty-four (24) hours in advance of
compliance with the order by the school
E. Judicially established guardians.
The contents of a student’s record may be furnished to any other person with the
written consent of the student’s parents specifying the records to be released, the
reasons the records are to be released, and to whom, with a copy of the record to
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be released sent to the student’s parents if they so request. Whenever possible, the
school corporation shall release information to persons as herein described solely
on the condition that confidentiality of the information will be maintained and
information will not be revealed or disseminated to other persons.
5. Parents shall have an opportunity for a hearing to challenge the content of their
child’s records to insure that they are not inaccurate or misleading or in other ways
in violation of the rights and privacy or other constitutional rights of the child. In the
event the parents are of the opinion that such records shall be corrected, they shall
advise the superintendent or his designated representative, and an attempt to make
any necessary changes shall be made by the parents and the designated
representative through an informal conference or comparable means. In the event
no agreement is reached, the parents shall have an opportunity for a hearing by
filing a statement of the relief they request, and a hearing shall be held in the same
manner as a charge brought under due process except that there shall be no
appeal to the board from the hearing examiner’s findings, which upon approval by
the Superintendent shall be final; provided however, nothing shall prevent an
appeal to a court of law to correct the record.
6. The Superintendent shall, from time to time, designate a committee of certificated
employees of the school corporation who shall make recommendations concerning
periodic review of student’s records for their deposition or destruction.
7. The Superintendent shall cause to be made and shall maintain proper official forms
necessary for the administration of this policy.
PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS
AMENDMENT (PPRA)
PPRA affords parents certain rights regarding our conduct of surveys, collection, and
use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical exams. These include
the right to:
- - Consent before students are required to submit to a survey that concerns one or
more of the following protected areas (“protected information survey”) if the survey
is funded in whole or in part by a program of the U.S. Department of Education.
1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent
2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family
3. Sex behavior or attitudes
4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior
5. Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family
relationships
6. Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors, or
ministers
7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents
8. Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility
- - Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of –
1. Any other protected information survey, regardless of funding
2. Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screening required as a
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condition of attendance, administered by the school or its agent, and not
necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of a student, except for
hearing, vision, or scoliosis screenings, or any physical exam or screening
permitted or required under State law
3. Activities involving collection, disclosure, or use of personal information
obtained from students for marketing or to sell or otherwise distribute the
information to others
- - Inspect, upon request and before administration or use
1. Protected information surveys of students
2. Instruments used to collect personal information from students for any of the
above marketing, sales, or other distribution purposes
3. Instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum
These rights transfer from the parents to a student who is 18 years old or an
emancipated minor under State law. The Jay School Corporation has developed and
adopted policies, in consultation with parents, regarding these rights, as well as
arrangement to protect student privacy in the administration of protected information
surveys and the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing,
sales, or other distribution purposes. Parents and students 18 years old who believe
their rights have been violated may file a complaint first with the Superintendent of the
Jay School Corporation, 404 East Arch Street, Portland, IN 47371 and also with the
Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue,
SW, Washington, D.C., 20202-5901.
DIRECTORY INFORMATION
The Board designates as student directory information: a student’s name; address;
telephone number; date and place of birth; major field of study; participation in officially
recognized activities and sports; height and weight, if a member of an athletic team;
dates of attendance; date of graduation; awards received; listing on an honor roll; or
scholarships. Directory information shall not be provided to any organization for profitmaking purposes. The Superintendent may allow access to a school campus or give
students’ directory information to organizations that make students aware of educational
or occupational options.
The Superintendent is required to give recruiting
representatives of the U.S. Armed Services and the Indiana Air, Army National Guard
and the service academies of the armed forces of the Untied States or an institution of
higher education access to the high school campus a student directory information
(student’ name, address, and listed or published telephone number when requested to
do so). A secondary school student or parent of the student may request that the
student’s name, address and telephone listing not be released without prior parental
consent. The parent or student must make the request in writing at the end of the
student’s sophomore year in high school. This is a one-time opt-out opportunity. If the
student opts-out in his/her sophomore year and later changes his/her mind a revocation
may be made. Parents and adult students may effuse to allow the Corporation to
disclose any or all of such directory information upon written notification to
Superintendent within ten (10) school days after receipt of the Superintendent’s annual
public notice in this student/parent handbook.
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THE JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
TECHNOLOGY MISSION STATEMENT
The Jay School Corporation is committed to the excellence and equity for all of its
students. Our students will graduate with a positive self-image, responsible social and
moral values, an awareness of cultural differences, effective problem-solving abilities,
and diverse communication skills which will prepare them to be responsible, productive
citizens of the 21st century.
• We believe student needs must guide the integration of technology into all facets of
curriculum and instruction.
• We also believe technology will improve student achievement and teacher
performance as it
• encourages problem-solving, exploration, and learning in the classroom;
• promotes self-paced, student-centered learning;
• enhances and restructures the learning climate;
• implements a comprehensive system of information;
• fosters improved communication;
• compliments of current key teaching methodology.
• We believe that all students, teachers, staff, and administrators must have fair and
equal access to technology. To that end, the Jay School Corporation will strive to
ensure that all faculty and staff members have adequate and ongoing technology
training and a well-managed, flexible system of current hardware and software
acquisitions and educational applications.
The purpose of technology in The Jay School Corporation is:
1. to enhance learning
2. to improve communications
3. to improve productivity.
THE JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
TECHNOLOGY USE GUIDELINES
Students authorized to operate a computer on either a building level or district-wide
computer network and related terminals shall be assigned a username and password.
Each user’s password shall be changed periodically by the user for security purposes.
A building representative from each school within the district will have rights to edit
password configuration.
• No student is to use any computer and/or related equipment without completing the
appropriate user access agreement and submitting it to the main office of your
school.
• Students will obtain a username and password upon returning a signed User
Access Agreement.
JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION GUIDELINES ON CORPORATIONPROVIDED ACCESS
TO CELECTRONIC INFORMATION, SERVICES AND NETWORKS
The Jay School Corporation is pleased to offer its student’s access to the Internet. The
Internet is an electronic highway connecting hundreds of thousands of computers and
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millions of individual users all over the world. Computer technology will help propel our
school through the communication and information age, allowing students and staff to
access and use resources from distant computers; communicate and collaborate with
other individuals and groups around the world; and significantly expand their available
information base. The Internet is a tool for lifelong learning.
Families and network community members should understand that some material
accessible via the Internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate, or
potentially offensive to some people. In addition, it is possible to purchase certain
goods and services via the Internet which could result in unwanted financial obligations
for which the student’s parent or guardian would be liable.
While the corporation’s intent is to make Internet access available in order to fulfill its
educational goals and objectives, students may find ways to access other materials as
well. The Jay School Corporation has installed technical methods and blocking and
filtering systems that regulate Internet access; however, those methods do not
guarantee compliance with the Corporation’s acceptable use policy. The Jay School
Corporation believes that many benefits exist for students to have access to the
Internet. Ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting and
conveying the standards that their children should follow when using media and
information sources. To that end, the Jay School Corporation makes the complete
Internet policy and procedures available for review to parents, guardians, and
community patrons. The Jay School Corporation provides parents and guardians the
opportunity to exclude their child from using the Internet. The Jay School Corporation
also provides parents and guardians the option of requesting for their minor child
alternative activities not requiring Internet use.
NOTICE: This guideline and all its provisions are subordinate to local, state, and
federal statutes.
JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Acceptable Use— The purpose of the Internet is to support research and
education in and among academic institutions in the United States by providing
access to unique resources and the opportunity for collaborative work. The use of
your account must be in support of education and research and be consistent with
the educational objectives of the Jay School Corporation. Use of other
organizations’ networks or computing resources must comply with the rules
appropriate for that network. It is not acceptable to access another person’s
materials, information, or files without the implied or direct permission of that
person, nor is it acceptable to use another person’s intellectual property without
their prior approval or proper citation. Transmission of any material in violation of
any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited. That includes, but is not limited to:
copyrighted material, threatening material, obscene and sexually explicit material,
materials which are harmful to and/or inappropriate for minors, and child
pornography.
Privileges— The use of Jay School Corporation Telecommunications Network is a
privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of those
privileges. Based upon the acceptable use guidelines as outlined in this document,
the superintendent and/or his designee will deem what is appropriate use; and the
decision is final. Also, the superintendent and/or his designee may close the
account at any time as deemed necessary. Following an investigation, the
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superintendent/building principal may deny, revoke, or suspend user accounts.
Netiquette— You are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network
etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Be polite. Do not write or send abusive messages to others. Use appropriate
language. Do not swear, use vulgarities, or any other inappropriate language.
Do not distribute pornography, obscene or sexually explicit materials.
• Do not reveal your personal address or phone numbers or that of other students
or colleagues unless appropriate.
• Do not use the network in such a way that you would disrupt the use of the
network by other users (e.g. downloading large files or mass emailing).
• All communications and information accessible via the network are the
property of the Jay School Corporation and may be viewed and copied by
the administration at any time.
• All communications should be succinct. Please word your messages carefully.
Unsolicited Contact— Students will not respond to unsolicited online contact.
Security— Security on any computer system is a high priority especially when the
system involves many users. If you feel you can identify a security problem on the
JSCTN or on any Internet access, you should immediately notify the teacher who
will then notify the building administrator. Do not demonstrate the problem to other
users. Do not use another individual’s account. Do not give your password to any
other individual unless directed to do so by the teacher or building administrator.
Attempts to log onto the network at the administrator’s level or change network
parameters may result in disciplinary action. Any user identified as a security risk or
having a history of problems with other computer networks may be denied access
to JSCTN.
Vandalism— Deliberate vandalism will result in disciplinary action and cancellation
of all privileges. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to tamper with or
destroy data of another user, JSCTN, or any of the above listed agencies or other
networks that are connected to the Access Indiana backbone. This includes, but is
not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses.
Online Purchasing— It is possible for students to purchase goods and services via
the Internet. Such purchases could potentially result in unwanted financial
obligations. This activity will be prohibited by students if accessing through the
JSCTN. In case this activity occurs, it is understood the parent(s)/guardian(s) will
be responsible for any and all financial obligations incurred by their student(s) in
using the Internet in this manner.
Subscriptions— Students will not be allowed to subscribe to list serves or
newsgroups unless specific permission is provided by the parent/guardian in writing
and permission of the teacher is secured.
User Information—JSCTN may occasionally require new registration and account
information from you to continue the service. You must notify the Center for
Technology & Learning of any changes in your account information (username,
password, etc.).
Alternatives— All parent(s)/guardian(s) have the right to request alternative
activities.
Liability— The Jay School Corporation will not be held liable for:
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information stored on school corporation diskettes, hard drives or servers.
information retrieved through the school corporation computers, networks, or
online resources.
• personal property used to access school corporation computers, networks, or
online resources.
• unauthorized financial obligations resulting from use of school corporation
resources and accounts to access the Internet.
Any Jay School Corporation student or employee may apply for a JSCTN account. To
do so you must complete the attached contract and application. Students should return
the contract to the person from whom they originally received the contract.
LETTER TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN REGARDING THE INTERNET
PARENTS OF STUDENTS IN THE JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
The Jay School Corporation is pleased to offer its student’s access to the Internet. The
Internet is an electronic highway connecting hundreds of thousands of computers and
millions of individual users all over the world. Computer technology will help propel our
school through the communication age allowing students and staff to access and use
resources from distant computers; communicate and collaborate with other individuals
and groups around the world; and significantly expand their information base. The
Internet is a tool for lifelong learning.
Families should understand that some material accessible via the Internet may contain
items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate, or potentially offensive to some people. In
addition, it is possible to purchase certain goods and services via the Internet which
could result in unwanted financial obligations for which the student’s parents or guardian
would be liable.
While the corporation’s intent is to make Internet access available in order to fulfill its
educational goals and objectives, students may find ways to access other materials as
well. If the corporation decides to install technical methods or systems to regulate
Internet access, those methods could guarantee compliance with the Jay School
Corporation’s acceptable use policy. The Jay School Corporation believes the benefits
to students having access to the Internet, exceeds the disadvantages. Ultimately,
parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting and conveying the
standards that their children should follow when using media and information sources.
To that end, the Jay School Corporation makes complete Internet policy and procedures
available for review to parents, guardians, and community patrons. The Jay School
Corporation provides parents and guardians the opportunity to exclude their child from
using the Internet. The Jay School Corporation also provides parents and guardians
the option of requesting their minor child be provided alternative activities not requiring
Internet use.
NOTICE: This agreement and all its provisions are subordinate to local, state,
and federal statutes.
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THE JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
INTERNET ACCESS AGREEMENT
This is an access agreement for anyone using Internet connections from the facilities of,
or associated, with the Jay School Corporation. This is a basic agreement that simply
states:
1. I have read and understand the Jay School Corporation Policy on CorporationProvided Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks.
2. Any modem or outside communication from this facility must be under direct
supervision of a staff member of the Jay School Corporation.
3. Any Internet connection (Direct or Indirect) must be under the supervision of a staff
member of the Jay School Corporation.
4. The Jay School Corporation does not authorize use of any communication device
for any reasons other than educational purposes. At no time should any Jay School
Corporation technology be used for illegal, indecent, or immoral reasons.
5. The Jay School Corporation is not liable for any inappropriate or illegal action on
any communication devices used in its schools.
CREDIT RECOVERY
Credit recovery is a computerize program where students have the opportunity to make
up credits in order to graduate on time. Students are expected to report to credit
recovery at the end of the school day or upon their arrival into the building with the
purpose of working in the computer lab. Students are expected to remain in the
computer lab. If students are caught wondering the hallway or in other parts of the
building, they will be subject to disciplinary actions.
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STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK
The purpose of the Jay County High School Student Athletic Handbook is to
communicate expectations for our student-athletes. Our belief is that clear expectations
will lead to a better understanding between students, parents, staff, and community.
We believe that this will encourage our student-athletes to be the best citizens,
students, and athletes that they can be 365 days a year. This is what we refer to as,
“Patriot Pride 365.”
MISSION
Our mission is to develop a lifelong commitment to be the best we can be through
interscholastic athletics. Our young men and women will become better citizens,
students, and athletes. They will develop the passion, skills, and fighting determination
for athletics by working hard, being coachable, becoming team players and builders,
and being centered on practicing with purpose and enthusiasm.
GOALS
Our coaches will develop fundamentally sound athletes who have a passion to
compete, will respond to instruction, and develop a fighting determination to be the best.
At every level we will work to develop team play, leadership, loyalty, cooperation, good
health, dedication, sportsmanship, competitive desire, discipline, and clean living.
We will develop winning attitudes, habits, strength, speed, stamina, and skill. We will
prepare our student-athletes to enjoy both high school and lifelong success.
We will develop and maintain a winning tradition in a manner which people will respect,
appreciate, admire, and emulate.
We will develop outstanding young Americans who will become the best citizensstudents-athletes-and leaders they can be. Our student – athletes will be full achievers.
PHILOSOPHY
The Jay County Athletic Department is committed to excellence. Our desire is to
provide the best opportunities and leadership necessary to help our student-athletes
fulfill their full potential. Patriot student-athletes will be given the opportunity to learn
teamwork, sportsmanship, self-discipline, selflessness, moral character and a strong
work ethic. The purpose is to provide each participant with experiences that will be
positive, memorable and that help the athlete develop the capacity for commitment to a
cause, acceptance of responsibility and loyalty toward any chosen endeavor. Our
student-athletes will be given the opportunity to develop winning attitudes and habits
that will enable them to become successful now and in life.
MEMBERSHIP
Jay High School is a member of the Indiana High School Athletic Association, which has
determined the overall pattern for inter-scholastic athletics in Indiana since 1904. The
control of the IHSAA rests with the high school principals who elect the legislative body
to represent five IHSAA districts and three classes of schools based on enrollment. The
IHSAA recognizes the principal as the administrative head of inter-school athletic
activities at a member school.
IHSAA Individual Eligibility: A summary of applicable rules follows:
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TO BE ELIGIBLE: A student athlete must be properly enrolled in grades 9 to 12 and
living with his parents or guardian in the school district.
YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE IF:
A. A parent and physician’s certificate is not on file with your principal prior to any
practice.
B. You are 20 years of age prior to or on the scheduled date of the IHSAA State Finals
tournament in a sport.
C. You did not pass four regular high school subjects your previous cycle.
D. You have transferred from another high school and do not have an IHSAA athletic
transfer on file in the Athletic Office.
E. You have violated your amateur standing in any way by:
1. Playing under an assumed name.
2. Accepting money or merchandise directly or indirectly from athletic participation.
3. Signing a professional contract in that sport.
F. You are absent five or more consecutive school days due to illness or injury and do
not present to your Athletic Director written verification from a licensed physician
stating that you may participate again.
G. Any person uses undue influence to retain or secure you as a student or to retain
your parents as residents in the district.
H. Because of bad habits or improper conduct you cannot represent your school in a
becoming manner.
I. You have been enrolled in more than eight consecutive terms/semesters beginning
with grade 9.
J. You accept commercial awards, which advertise any business firms or individuals,
or if you accept awards, gifts, trips or honors from colleges or their alumni you are
ineligible in relation to your sport.
K. If you are not currently enrolled in four out of the five blocks.
This is only a summary of the rules. Contact your school officials for further information
before participating outside of your school.
ATHLETIC COUNCIL
The Athletic Council consists of the Principal, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director,
Assistant Principal/Dean, and Head Varsity Coaches. The Athletic Director chairs the
council, with meetings established or called as needed. The athletic council has three
basic purposes:
1. To give all head coaches a better understanding of our total program and establish
a shared vision for Patriot Athletics.
2. To help communicate with our coaches what our mission, objectives, and
expectations are concerning Jay County Athletics.
3. To encourage all of our coaches to continue to review, revise, and build upon his or
her knowledge of our shared coaching philosophy, and add valuable input to our
athletic program. Together, we will build the best possible athletic program.
The council will act as an advisory board, and will recommend new policies. The
Principal is the final authority for all High School decisions.
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CANCELING OR POSTPONING SCHEDULED
GAMES
In the event it becomes necessary to cancel a game, all participants will be notified as
soon as possible. For inclement weather conditions: When school is canceled in the
morning for the entire day or during the day, athletic events below the varsity-junior
varsity level will be canceled for the day. Athletic events at the varsity and junior varsity
level may proceed at the discretion of the school administration of the two schools
involved.
CANCELING SCHEDULED PRACTICES
In the event it becomes necessary to cancel a practice session, the respective coaches
for those sports involved will notify all participants as soon as possible.
INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS
When school is canceled in the morning for the entire day, practices may be held later
in the day if possible and/or convenient, with the approval of the administration. NO
MANDATORY ATTENDANCE MAY BE REQUIRED.
ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY
IHSAA standards are as follows for athletic academic eligibility – (page 64 rules &
bylaws)
To be eligible scholastically, students must have received passing grades at the end of
their last grading period in school in at least seventy percent (70%) of the maximum
number of full credit subjects that a student can take and must be currently enrolled in
at least seventy percent (70%) of the maximum number of full credit subjects that a
student can take. This means the student must be enrolled in and pass a minimum of 4
full credit classes.
To ensure compliance with the above policy, all JCHS athletes will be required to enroll
in 5 accredited classes unless parents sign a waiver allowing them to take only 4
accredited classes. This waiver is available in the Athletic Office.
For any year long class (ex. Algebra I-4, Algebra II-4, Geometry-4), the mid-term
grade(s), given at the end of the 1st and 3rd nine weeks, will be used to determine
eligibility. Student Volunteer does not count as a credit.
All athletes must earn 4 out of 5 credits each nine weeks to maintain eligibility.
REPEATING CLASSES
If a student is repeating a class – it is required they take four other solid subjects along
with that – student volunteer does not count.
To be academically eligible - students need to be passing four of five solids and if they
repeat a class and the grade is lower than the previous grade, they must accept that
grade for it to count, if they only have three other solid classes.
To be safe, if they are repeating a class, they need to have four other solids at the same
time.
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CREDIT RECOVERY
When a student receives a grade for credit recovery it will replace a current class. It will
not count as another class. There will be no credit given until the end of that cycle.
Grades given in the middle of a cycle will not count toward eligibility until the end of the
nine weeks.
ATHLETIC TRANSFER
Any student transferring in to Jay County High School from another high school must
have an athletic transfer successfully completed through the athletic office prior to
participating in an IHSAA sport.
ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES FOR ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION
Any student involved in a school sponsored activity must be present at least ½ day to
participate in an event, practice or club. Exceptions must be cleared thru the Athletic
Office and/or Attendance Office. ½ day = 1st, 2nd and 3rd periods or 3rd, 4th and 5th
periods. THIS ATTENDANCE POLICY IS IN EFFECT FOR ALL EXTRA
CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. SEE STUDENT ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES
JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
ATHLETIC AWARDS CRITERIA
Jay County High School athletic awards will be granted to student-athletes who meet
the standards prescribed within the Patriot Athletic Code. Each athlete is bound by the
Patriot Athletic Code beginning with the first practice of the fall athletic season prior to
the athlete’s freshman year of high school continuously through the athlete’s last day of
athletic competition as a Jay County High School student.
Jay County High School athletes may be awarded a Varsity Letter, a Junior Varsity
Award, or a Freshman Award based on the published standards for each respective
sport.
Athletes who fail to meet the published varsity award standards due to injury sustained
while participating in or preparing for a Jay County High School athletic team may be
granted the athletic award that the head coach of the sport deems appropriate had the
injury not occurred.
Senior athletes who complete four years of participation in good standing in a respective
sport shall receive a Varsity Letter at the end of season awards program.
Awarding of a Varsity letter to an athlete who does not meet the published standards or
meet the injury exception must be submitted in writing and approved in advance by the
Principal or Designee.
Missed contests or practices resulting from an athletic code or a school handbook
violation shall not be excused and will negatively impact the published percentage of
participation requirements for each respective sport. Students who are serving a
multiple day in-school or out of school suspension are not permitted to participate in
practices or contests until the suspension has been served. Students serving in-school
suspension may participate in practices or contest on the day the suspension ends.
Students serving out of school suspension may not participate in practices or contests
until the end of the next school day. As per Indiana High School Athletic Association
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guidelines, students who fail to attend and participate in 5 to10 consecutive days of
scheduled practice must participate in 4 separate days of practice before gaining
eligibility to participate in contests. Students who miss more than 10 consecutive days
of practice must participate in 6 separate days of practice before regaining eligibility to
participate in contests.
Any student who receives a Jay County High School athletic award must finish the
season in good standing with Jay County High School and the Athletic Department.
Students who are ineligible at the end of a contest season due to school
suspension, athletic code suspension, team suspension, or academic standing are
not eligible to receive any type of athletic award for that respective season.
CHANGING SPORTS
Vision, planning, teamwork, commitment, and communication are expectations of our
coaching staff and athletes. If an athlete is cut from a team, he/she may join another
team or program in that sport season. An athlete cannot quit one sport to join another
sport unless upon mutual agreement of both coaches, and the Athletic Director. An
athlete who quits a sport cannot participate in another sport and/ or off-season
conditioning until the coach releases him/her or until after the awards program which
signifies the official end to that season. An athlete may change from one sport to
another during a sport season with the permission of both coaches involved, the
parents, and the Athletic Director. Jay County High School will comply with the
guidelines established by the IHSAA for all off-season conditioning and summer
participation regulations.
PARTICIPATION IN 2 IHSAA SPORTS
DURING THE SAME SEASON
While athletic and extra curricular participation is considered an asset to the
educational experience, we feel that it is important to maintain the correct perspective.
Athletic participation requires a significant amount of commitment of both time and
energy. To participate in two sports during the same season, fulfill the requirements
comparable to their teammates on each team (i.e., attendance at all practices and
events), and maintain acceptable grades, is very difficult if even at all possible. If
however, an athlete insists on pursuing this route, a meeting must be held with the
athlete, his/her parents, the head coaches of both sports and the athletic director. The
purpose of the meeting is to determine the feasibility of comparable practice times,
event conflicts and time commitments of both the athlete and respective coaching staffs.
The overall welfare of the athlete and the equitable treatment of other student athletes
will be the determining factors. The athletic director will have the final say in the
resolution of these matters.
STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK
SCHOOL SUSPENSION
A student suspended from school (whether a regular out-of-school suspension or
alternative placement suspension) is not eligible to participate in or practice for any
school activity. Suspension begins at the time the student is notified and will end on the
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last calendar day of the suspension. The athlete may participate the following calendar
day. In-school suspension (TAP) begins at the time the student is so assigned and ends
at the end of the regular school day, on the last day of the in-school suspension. That
athlete may participate on the calendar day that corresponds with their last day of inschool suspension.
ATHLETIC INSURANCE
Since insurance needs are personal, all athletes should make sure they have the type
of insurance that meets their needs in case of accident or injury while practicing or
participating in athletics. Jay County DOES NOT CARRY ANY TYPE OF INSURANCE
ON ATHLETES. Insurance coverage is available through the school; see the front
office for the information.
MANAGERS, STATISTICIANS, STUDENT
TRAINERS
Managers, statisticians, and student trainers are expected to follow the same rules and
regulations as set forth for all athletes. Any penalty imposed will follow the Jay County
Student Handbook and Athletic Handbook guidelines.
EJECTION FROM AN ATHLETIC CONTEST
Our athletes will conduct themselves as ladies and gentlemen. Any contestant ejected
from a contest for an unsportsmanlike act shall be suspended from the next interschool
contest at that level of competition and all other interschool contests at any level in the
interim, in addition to any other penalties assessed.
TRANSPORTATION
All athletes (including cheerleaders) are required to ride their team bus to the event and
back to JCHS. An exception to this rule would require a signed, school - approved
parental permission form to ride with parent or guardian only. The parent will personally
deliver the permission slip to the head coach.
ATHLETIC DISCIPLINE CODE
The coaching staff and administration believe that when a student participates in sports
at Jay County High School, the student/athlete exercises a privilege that carries with it
considerable responsibility. That responsibility is to represent himself/herself, his/her
school, family and community in the finest possible manner.
Our athletes are expected to set positive examples of leadership, attitude, cooperation,
sportsmanship, and conduct throughout the school and community. Our athletes reflect
not only a personal image, but also an image of our teams, our school, and our
community.
A student becomes an athlete whenever he/she starts practicing for a Jay County High
School athletic team. The athlete status remains in effect until the conclusion of the
spring sports season of that athlete’s senior year. A sport’s season is not considered
completed until the conclusion of the awards program for that sport. The Jay County
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Athletic Discipline Code is enforced 365 days per year.
By participating in sports, the athlete consents to Jay County High School receiving
information from any law enforcement agency concerning violations of the law. The
athlete shall be subject to discipline, whether during the school year or otherwise and
whether in school or out of school, if the athlete violates any of the Jay County High
School Handbook rules, violates the Athletic Code, and/or acts in a manner that brings
embarrassment or shame to the athlete and/or the school or that negatively impacts the
reputation of the athlete or the school. Examples of such conduct include any illegal
activity; any non-illegal activity that is lewd, vulgar, obscene, indecent or that portrays
sexual conduct done in a manner whereby the Jay County community and/or the school
community (including students) learns of such activity, or any activity that degrades,
demeans or disparages any person, including any coach, activity sponsor, teacher,
school official or student. Coaches have the authority to set higher standards in writing
at the start of the sports season. We believe developing these disciplines, attitudes and
habits will enable our student-athletes to enjoy more fully their high school careers.
DISCIPLINARY ACTION
A. If greater penalties for violation of the rules set forth hereafter are imposed by Jay
County High School rules or by the coach’s rules, then the greater penalty shall be
imposed.
B. If the violation of the rules set forth hereafter is between seasons, the penalties shall
apply to the next sports’ season the athlete participates in.
C. The rules set forth hereafter shall apply whether the athlete is on or off the School
Corporation property and at any time during the student athlete’s high school career,
whether during school or athletic events or season and/or at all other times during the
year, regardless of whether school is in session.
D. For the violation of the rules set forth in this paragraph, the minimum penalties shall
be as set forth in paragraph E:
1.
distributing, dispensing, possessing, using or being under the influence of
any alcoholic beverage, malt beverage or fortified wine or other intoxicating
liquor or unlawfully manufacturing, distributing, dispensing, possessing or
using or being under the influence of any narcotic drug, synthetic drug,
hallucinogenic drug substance, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana,
anabolic steroid, or any other controlled substance, as defined in schedules I
through V of section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812)
and further defined by regulation at 21 C.F.R. 1300.11 through 1300.15,
while under the athletic code.
2. Theft or stealing.
3. Abuse of over-the-counter drugs.
4. A positive test resulting from the corporation random drug testing policy.
E. The penalties for committing the acts set forth in paragraph D above are as follows:
1. First Offense of Athletic Code Regarding Substance Abuse:
In order to regain eligibility the student-athlete must:
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1.
2.
Serve 25% of regular season suspension.
Meet with a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor and follow prescribed plan of
action at the athlete’s cost. The student is eligible to participate in contests once
the suspension has been served as long as he/she is actively participating in
counseling or has a written release from a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor.
Failure to follow through or complete sessions will be cause for ineligibility.
3. Communication regarding plan of care and/or completion of the evaluation
process should be submitted to the Athletic Director on professional letter head.
During the suspension period the athlete:
1.
2.
3.
Must regularly attend practice at the discretion of the coach.
May attend contests at the discretion of the coach.
May not be in uniform during a contest during the suspension period.
2. Second Offense of Athletic Code Regarding Substance Abuse:
In order to regain eligibility the student-athlete must:
1.
2.
Serve 50% of regular season suspension.
Meet with a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor and follow prescribed plan of
action at the athlete’s cost. The student is eligible to participate in contests once
the suspension has been served as long as he/she is actively participating in
counseling or has a written release from a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor.
Failure to follow through or complete sessions will be cause for ineligibility.
3. Communication regarding plan of care and/or completion of the evaluation
process will be submitted to the Athletic Director on professional letter head.
During the suspension period the athlete:
1.
2.
3.
Must regularly attend practice at the discretion of the coach.
May attend contests at the discretion of the coach.
May not be in uniform during a contest during the suspension period.
3. Third Offense of Athletic Code Regarding Substance Abuse:
In order to regain eligibility the student-athlete must:
1.
2.
3.
Serve a one (1) year suspension from all practices and contests.
Meet with a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor and follow prescribed plan of
action at the athlete’s cost. The student is eligible to participate in practices and
contests once the suspension has been served as long as he/she is actively
participating in counseling or has a written release from a licensed Substance
Abuse Counselor. Failure to follow through or complete sessions will be cause
for ineligibility.
Communication regarding plan of care and/or completion of the evaluation
process will be submitted to the Athletic Director on professional letter head.
During the suspension period the athlete may not participate in any practices or contests.
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4.
Fourth Offense: The athlete will be suspended from practice and
interscholastic competition for the remainder of their high school career.
F.
For violations of rules other than those set forth in paragraph D above, the
penalty may be either temporary or permanent suspension from athletics.
The head coach, Athletic Director and/or Principal shall render the decision
with the Principal making the final decision.
The following examples are provided for guidance.
Team A is scheduled to play 20 regular season contests. The Team A published
standard to receive a Varsity letter is participation in 50% of the varsity regular season
contests and be a member of the state tournament series roster. Student B is required
to miss 25% of the regular season contests due to an athletic code violation. Student B
is required to miss 5 contests. In order to receive a Varsity letter Student B must
participate in 10 of the remaining 15 contests and be listed on the state tournament
roster in order to be eligible for a Varsity letter.
Team C is scheduled to play 10 regular season contests. The Team C published
standard to receive a Varsity Letter is participation in 50% of the varsity regular season
contests and be a member of the state tournament roster. Student D is removed from
school due to a school handbook violation for a period of 10 days. Student D may not
practice with the team during the school suspension period. Student D will miss 2
games and 8 practices during the suspension period. Student D will be required to
participate in 4 practices before regaining eligibility to participate. A third game is
missed as it is scheduled prior the fourth practice. Student D has now missed 3 games
and must participate in 5 of the remaining 7 contests and be listed on the state
tournament roster in order to be eligible of a Varsity letter.
Team E is scheduled to play 28 regular season contests. The Team E published
standard to receive a Varsity letter is participation in 50% of the varsity regular season
contests and be a member of the state tournament roster. Student F participates in 20
of the first 25 varsity contests. When grade cards are certified prior to the 26 th contest
Student F is declared ineligible for the next grading period. Student F will not receive an
athletic award of any kind due to not finishing the season in good standing.
Team G is scheduled to play 15 regular season contests. The Team G published
standard to receive a Varsity letter is participation in 50% of the varsity regular season
contests and be a member of the state tournament roster. Student H participates in 13
varsity contests before failing a random drug screen administered at the school. This is
Student H’s second athletic code violation resulting in a 50% suspension from contests.
Student H will not receive any type of athletic award due to not finishing the season in
good standing. The remainder of the Student H’s athletic code suspension must be
served in the next season of sport participation.
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Team I is schedule to play 18 regular season contests. The Team I published standard
to receive a Varsity Letter is participation in 50% of the varsity regular season contests
and be a member of the state tournament roster. Student J participates in 6 of the first
16 regular season contests before being suspended for violation of published team
rules by Team I’s head coach. Student J is a member of the Team I state tournament
roster and competes in two of the three sectional contests before Team I is eliminated.
Student J will receive a Junior Varsity Award as he participated in 8 of 18 regular
season contests (44%).
Team K is scheduled to play 22 regular season contests. The Team K published
standard to receive a Varsity letter is participation in 50% of the varsity regular season
contests and be a member of the state tournament roster. Student L participates in 17
contests prior to being removed from school for 15 days due to a school handbook
violation. Student L may not practice with the team during the school suspension
period. Student L will miss 4 games and 11 practices during the suspension period.
Student L will be required to participate in 6 practices before regaining eligibility to
participate. Team K is eliminated from the state tournament prior to the sixth practice.
Student L will not receive any type of athletic award due to not finishing the season in
good standing.
ACCOUNTABILITY OF VIOLATIONS
Coaches have an obligation to report an observed violation to their colleagues who
currently have jurisdiction over the athlete’s participation. School administrators and
teachers also have a responsibility to Jay County High School to report violations.
Testimony from a patron who is willing to provide evidence as to an athlete being in
violation of the Jay County Discipline Code will be considered. We will work together to
uphold the standards for excellence that all Patriots of Jay County High School are
expected to follow. All discipline will be administered fairly and uniformly.
PROCEDURES FOR ADMINISTRATION OF PENALTIES:
1. The Head Coach and Athletic Director will meet with the athlete to discuss and explain
the situation.
2. The Coach and Athletic Director will prepare a written statement giving all the
details of the violations and the penalty.
3. The Coach and Athletic Director will contact the parents as soon as possible to
explain the situation and set up a conference.
A conference with the Athletic Director, the Coach, the athlete, and the parents will be
held. This is when all the facts will be fully communicated and questions asked. The
goal is to help the athlete prevent the problem from repeating. This will be the final step
of the student-athlete suspension process.
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Military Recruitment and Access to
Student Information
Section 9528 of the ESEA, 20 U.S.C § 7908, as amended by the NCLB, and
10 U.S.C. 503, as amended by § 544 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2002 (Pub.L. No. 107-107), require LEAs to:
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Give military recruiters the same access to secondary school
students as provided to postsecondary institutions or to
prospective employers; and
Provide students’ names, addresses, and telephone listings
to military recruiters, when requested, unless a parent has
opted out of providing such information. (Military Recruiter
Guidance is on FPCO Web site.)
To opt out of providing military recruiters access to JCHS student
directory information, parents will be required to complete the following
information:
Student Name___________________________________________________
School_________________________________________________________
Parent Address__________________________________________________
I DO NOT give permission for my child’s student directory information to be
released to military recruiters.
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JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT RELEASE FORM
(to be completed either by the parents/legal guardians of minor students of JCHS, or any students
who are more than 18 years of age that attend JCHS)
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Certified staff/student teachers at Jay County High School may be involved in certification activities
that require an assessment for certification in teaching. The primary purposes of this assessment
are to enhance student learning and encourage excellence in teaching.
One of the requirements for completion may include short videotapes or still pictures of lessons
taught in your child’s class by the teacher. Although the videotapes/pictures involve both the
teacher and various students, the primary focus is on the teacher’s instruction, not on the students
in the class. In the course of taping/photography, your child may appear on the videotape/picture.
Also, at times during the year, teachers may be asked to submit samples of student work as
evidence of teaching practice, and that work may include some of your child’s work.
No student’s name will appear on any materials that are submitted. The certifying
educational institution, at its sole discretion, may use and distribute the
videotape(s)/photos, comments and classroom materials for assessment, professional
development and research purposes. The form below will be used to document your
permission for these activities.
PERMISSION SLIP
Student Name: ________________________________
School/Teacher: ________________________________
Your Address: __________________________________________________________
I am the parent/legal guardian of the child named above. I have received and read your
letter regarding a teacher assessment being conducted and agree to the following:
(Please check the appropriate box below)
I DO give permission to you to include my child’s image on videotape/ or picture as he
or she participates in a class conducted at Jay County High School and/or to reproduce materials
(i.e. homework) that my child may produce as part of classroom activities. No names will appear
on any materials submitted by the teacher.
I DO NOT give permission to videotape/photograph my child or to reproduce materials
that my child may produce as part of classroom activities.
Signature of Parent or Guardian: ___________________________________________________
Date: __________________
I am the student named above and am more than 18 years of age. I have read and
understand the project description given above. I understand that my performance is not
being evaluated by this project and that my name will not appear on any materials that may
be submitted.
I DO give permission to you to include my image on videotape/photograph as I
participate in this class and/or to reproduce materials (i.e. homework) that I may produce as part of
classroom activities.
I DO NOT give permission to videotape/photograph me or to reproduce materials that I
may produce as part of classroom activities.
Signature of student: ___________________________________________________________
Date: ___________________
Date of Birth ____/____/____
MM DD YY
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JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT RELEASE FORM
(Continued…)
THE JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK FOR THE 2015-2016
SCHOOL YEAR HAS BEEN PRESENTED AND APPROVED BY THE SUPERINTENDENT OF
THE JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION AND THE BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES FOR JAY
SCHOOL CORPORATION. THE INCLUDED POLICIES AND PROCEDURES HAVE BEEN
VALIDLY ADOPTED BY THE JAY SCHOOL CORPORATION BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES
ON (TO BE ANNOUNCED see minutes).
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