HANOVER CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

[Pages:59]HANOVER CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

10120 W. 133rd Avenue Cedar Lake, IN 46303

(219) 374-3800 Student Day: 8:05 a.m. ? 2:50 p.m. Office Hours: 7:00 a.m. ? 3:30 p.m.

STUDENT / PARENT HANDBOOK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Mission Statement..............................................................................................................4 Vision Statement Statement of Beliefs High School Points of Contact................................................................................................5 School Song / Colors / Mascot Question or Concern Flow Chart............................................................................................. 6

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Academic Progress.............................................................................................................7 Advertising Arrival and Departure Bell Schedules..................................................................................................................8 Book Rent / Fees............................................................................................................... 9 Cameras Change of Address / Health Records Clubs and Organizations Daily Announcements.........................................................................................................10 Dances Directory Information Emergency School Closing and School Delays Field Trips.......................................................................................................................11 Food and Beverages Fund-Raising Hall Passes Interscholastic Athletics.......................................................................................................12 Library / Media Center Usage Lockers...........................................................................................................................13 Military Recruitment Non-Custodial Parents Parental Jurisdiction Parental Rights and Responsibilities Posters...........................................................................................................................14 Publications School Safety Storage of Personal Property..................................................................................................15 Student Activities Student Identification Cards Student Insurance................................................................................................................16 Student Speech and Press Telephones Visitors

II. ACADEMICS

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General Diploma Graduation Requirements............................................................................... 17 Core 40 Diploma Graduation Requirements Information Guide............................................................................................................. 18 Grade Reporting............................................................................................................... 19 Grading System Semester Grades Course Load Success Period Homework Honor Roll Class Withdrawals............................................................................................................ 20 Course Selection Dual Credit Enrollment Advanced Placement Tests Advanced Placement Curriculum........................................................................................... 21 Remediation Summer School Testing Program Valedictorian / Salutatorian

III. STUDENT SERVICES ? GUIDANCE / HEALTH / NUTRITION

College Applications and Transcripts....................................................................................... 22 Work Permits Schedule Changes Accident Reports...............................................................................................................23 Illness / Injury Immunization Requirements ? Grades 6 through 12 Medication...................................................................................................................... 24 Lunch / Cafeteria Policy

IV. ATTENDANCE

Attendance Philosophy....................................................................................................... 25 Absence Classification Attendance Notification...................................................................................................... 26 Absence Procedure Procedure for Signing In ? Signing Out.................................................................................... 27 Make-up Work Perfect Attendance Student Withdrawal and Transfer........................................................................................... 28 Prolonged Medical Condition Planned Family Absence Transportation Delays Extra-Curricular Participation / Attendance

V. STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Disciplinary powers of principals........................................................................................... 29 Duty and powers of school corporation to supervise and discipline students Academic Dishonesty, Plagiarism, Cheating, Falsification Acts of Disruption............................................................................................................. 30 Alcohol Use / Possession Arson Bullying and Harassment Bus Conduct Cafeteria Misconduct.......................................................................................................... 31 Computer Piracy / Misuse Display of Affection Disrespect....................................................................................................................... 32

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Disruptive and Dangerous Items Dress Guidelines...............................................................................................................33 Drug Sale or Delivery......................................................................................................... 34 Drug Use / Possession Electronic Devices............................................................................................................34-35 Extortion / Intimidation....................................................................................................... 36 False Alarms (911 Calls or False Reporting/Informing) Fighting ? Physical or Verbal Forgery and/or Illegal Possession of Official School Documents or Doctor's Note Gambling Gang, Cult, and Occult Activity Indecent Exposure Insubordination................................................................................................................. 37 Lewd, Indecent, or Offensive Behavior Loitering Look-Alike Drugs Missed Office Detention(s) Missed Extended Day Detention Misuse of Equipment Obscenity Obscenity vs Teacher / Staff Member........................................................................................38 Parking Violation Participation in a Food Fight................................................................................................. 39 Sexual Harassment Tardies ? Same Class per Semester Theft.............................................................................................................................. 40 Tobacco Use / Possession Truancy Unlawful Activity.............................................................................................................. 41 Vandalism Weapons ? Possession Thirty (30) Demerit Points ? Habitual Offender...........................................................................42 10-Day OSS Rule Reluctant Learners Reporting Harassment.........................................................................................................43 Search and Seizure............................................................................................................. 44 Discipline Policies and Procedures.......................................................................................... 45 Jurisdiction Office Detention Extended Day Detention Alternative Placement ? In School Suspension (ISS) Out of School Suspension (OSS).............................................................................................46 Suspension Procedures Expulsion Expulsion Procedures Expulsion Appeal Rights.......................................................................................................47 Student Due Process..........................................................................................................48-49 Disciplinary Guidelines......................................................................................................50-53 Compliance Plan ? Section 504...............................................................................................53 Parent Notice ? Section 504.................................................................................................54-55 Americans with Disabilities Act AHERA Annual Notice........................................................................................................56 Acceptable Use Policy / Computer Usage Agreement (Sign off Page)..................................................57 Student / Parent Handbook Acknowledgement (Sign off Page)..........................................................58 Student Hallway Passport Log.................................................................................................59

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MISSION STATEMENT

Hanover Central Senior High School

"The staff, students, parents, and community are striving to create a positive environment where all are challenged to achieve their potential".

VISION STATEMENT

Hanover Community School Corporation realizes the individuality of each student and is committed to providing a safe and positive atmosphere for learning. The collaboration of dedicated staff and the community allows Hanover Community School Corporation to create a literacy-rich environment and facilitate high quality instruction for all

students. A challenging curriculum, well-equipped facilities and relevant technology optimize achievement, empowering all students to realize their potential for success in a global society.

STATEMENT OF BELIEFS

1. Every student has the capacity to learn and grow academically with involvement and support from the school system, the community, and parents/guardians.

2. Students are best served by creating multiple pathways leading to a successful transition to post-secondary education or employment opportunities.

3. Consistent parent/teacher communication and involvement creates a collaborative relationship that supports the child's social and academic growth.

4. Teaching should have clear goals focused on learning.

5. Learning is enhanced by the development of life skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and peer collaboration.

6. A strong school staff is reflective and honest, holding each other accountable and supporting one another.

7. Staff members, as valuable contributors to the school community, must model ethical behavior, exhibit a strong work ethic, and perform at high levels.

8. The community is a core component of a successful school system and respects the dignity, worth, and opinions of every individual in the community.

9. Financial expenditures are aligned with the goals of this district.

10. Fiscal responsibility is essential to meet and sustain the educational needs of students.

11. Students and staff benefit from a safe, orderly and well-maintained learning environment.

12. Future facility needs are based on the corporation's long-range plan.

13. Appropriate integration of technology into the curriculum is essential in preparing students to be competitive in a global society.

14. Extra-curricular activities are important in providing opportunities for social growth and personal achievement beyond the classroom.

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HANOVER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Points of Contact

Hanover Community School Corporation

Mr. Tom Taylor

Superintendent

(219) 374-3500 ttaylor@hanover.k12.in.us

Hanover Central High School

(219) 374-3800

Mr. Justin Biggs

Principal

jbiggs@hanover.k12.in.us

Mr. Jeff Brooks

Assistant Principal/AD

jbrooks@hanover.k12.in.us

Ms. Monica Kazda

Guidance Counselor

mkazda@hanover.k12.in.us

Mrs. Jo Ann Heldt

Transportation Coordinator jheldt@hanover.k12.in.us

SCHOOL SONG

(Everyone must stand when the school song is played)

Cheer, Cheer for Hanover Central High, Ever her praises reach to the sky, We will always fight for you, You'll find us loyal, ever true.

Whether the odds be great or small, Hanover Central wins over all, Red and Blue are backing you,

So onward to victory. Team Fight. Go! Go! Go! Go! Go!

Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight! Win! Win! Win! Win! Win! Go! Fight! Win!

School Colors

Cardinal / Columbia Blue

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School Mascot

Wildcat

~WHERE DO YOU GO WITH A QUESTION OR CONCERN~

The people closest to the problem have the best and quickest response for the questions. Please refer to the chart below to assist you.

Academics

Questions or concerns regarding

instructional practices or course

work should be directed to your child's teacher.

Teacher

If more information is needed or you

still have questions and/or concerns, a discussion should be scheduled with

the guidance counselor.

Discipline

Questions or concerns regarding classroom discipline

issues should be directed to your child's teacher.

Teacher

If more information is needed or you

still have questions and/or concerns, a discussion should be scheduled with

the assistant principal.

Transportation

General questions about transportation

for your child should be directed to the transportation

coordinator.

Transportation Coordinator

If more information is needed, or there are concerns about

a bus driver, a discussion should be scheduled with

the assistant principal.

Extracurricular

Questions or concerns regarding

extracurricular activities should be directed to the coach

or sponsor.

Coach or Sponsor

If more information is

needed, a discussion should be scheduled with

the athletic director or assistant principal.

Guidance Counselor

Building Principal

Assistant Principal

Building Principal

Assistant Principal

Building Principal

Athletic Director ABsusiilsdtianngt PPrriinncciippaall

Superintendent

Superintendent

Superintendent

Superintendent

Hanover Central High School is committed to integrating diversity concerns and perspectives into all aspects of its activities and into the fabric of the school as a whole. Hanover Central High School is also committed to the goal of an institution that reflects the broad diversity of American society as a focus on race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, physical ability, family structure, and religion. Diversity is a reflection of the way the world really is, and we acknowledge diversity as encounters with differences, both profound and simple. It is through these encounters that growth and education unfolds, and it is why diversity

is so important to our school.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Academic Progress

Student-related initiatives will be based on student academic progress and attendance. Parking permits are an example of academic progress and attendance.

Advertising

Students, staff members, and school facilities may not be used for advertising or promoting the interests of any nonschool organization without the permission of the administration. The school shall not participate in any fundraising event or campaign for any purpose without the approval of the administration. Teachers and sponsors may not permit any such campaigns or events within their classrooms or student organizations. Contests and activities sponsored by outside agencies which involve awards or prizes to students are not permitted without the approval of the administration. Such activities must have educational value for the participants in order to be approved.

Arrival and Departure

Students may enter the building at 7:15 a.m. but only through the doors in the gym lobby (Door Q) and the mall hall doors (Door E). Students may enter the halls by 7:55 a.m. or 7:30 a.m. on Success Days. Breakfast will be available at 7:30 a.m. each morning in the cafeteria. Shortly after 2:50 p.m., students who are not engaged in a valid school activity such as conferences, library study, club meetings, practices, etc., will be expected to leave the building. Hall gates will be locked at 3:00 p.m. Students who will be working with extra-curricular activities, including athletics, should have belongings from their lockers with them at their respective activity. Do not ask to have the gates opened to go to lockers after 3:00 p.m. Students planning to attend extra-curricular events that begin after 4:00 p.m. should go home first and get a ride back to the event. Students in detention should take their belongings with them as they will not be allowed to return to their lockers.

Bell Schedules

The regular school day is from 8:05 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. A bell to announce the beginning of school will ring at 8:00 a.m. A two hour delay schedule day is from 10:05 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. A bell to announce the beginning of school will ring at 10:00 a.m. Some students will eat during "A" lunch, than attend class. Those assigned to "B" lunch will have a split class. Students will be informed which lunch period they have on the first day of school.

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Daily Schedule

Success (M,W,F)/ Staff Development (T,R)

1st Hour 2nd Hour 3rd Hour SRT 4A Lunch

Class 4B Class

Lunch Class 4C Class Lunch 5th Hour 6th Hour

7:30-8:00

8:05-9:00 9:05-9:57 10:02-10:54 10:59-11:24 11:24-11:54 11:59-12:54 11:29-11:54 11:54-12:24 12:27-12:54 11:29-12:24 12:24-12:54 12:59-1:51 1:56-2:50

2-Hour Delay Schedule

1 2 Lunch 3 4 5 6

Group A 10:05 ? 10:44 10:49 ? 11:27 11:27 ? 11:57 12:02 ? 12:40 12:45 ? 1:23 1:28 ? 2:06 2:11 ? 2:50

1 2 3 Lunch 4 5 6

Group B 10:05 ? 10:44 10:49 ? 11:27 11:32 ? 12:10 12:10 ? 12:40 12:45 ? 1:23 1:28 ? 2:06 2:11 ? 2:50

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