HANOVER CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

INTRODUCTION

HANOVER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

10120 W. 1 33rd AvenueCedar 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

2022-2023 School Year Calendar Mission Statement... ...................................................................................................................................................................................4 Vision Statement Statement of Beliefs High School Points of Contact ...................................................................................................................................................................5 School Song / Colors / Mascot....................................................................................................................................................................6 Question or Concern Flow Chart .................................................................................................................................................................7

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Academic Progress ......................................................................................................................................................................................8 Advertising Arrival and Departure Bell Schedule ..........................................................................................................................................9 Book Rent / Fees.......................................................................................................................................................................................11 Cameras Change of Address / Health Records Clubs and Organizations Daily Announcements .................................................................................................................................................................................12 Dances Directory Information Emergency School Closing and School Delays............................................................................................................................................12 Field Trips .............................................................................................................................................13 Food and Beverages Fund-Raising Hall Passes Interscholastic Athletics Library/Media Center Usage ........................................................................................................................14 Lockers Military Recruitment Non-Custodial Parents Parental Jurisdiction Parental Rights and Responsibilities ...............................................................................................................15 Posters Publications School Safety Storage of Personal Property......................................................................................................................................................................16 Student Activities ........................................................................................................................................................................................17 Student Identification Cards Student Insurance Student Speech and Press Telephones Visitors

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II. ACADEMICS

General Diploma Graduation Requirements ...............................................................................................................................................18 Core 40 Diploma Graduation Requirements Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma ...............................................................................................................19 Technical Honors Diploma Information Guide Grade Audit Grade Reporting...............................................................................................................................................................................20 Grading System Semester Grades Course Load Success Period Homework Honor Roll.............................................................................................................................................21 Cass Withdrawals Course Selection Dual Credit Enrollment Advanced Placement Tests...........................................................................................................................22 Advanced Placement Curriculum Remediation Summer School Testing Program Testing Programs for Non-Hanover Students Valedictorian / Salutatorian E-Learning... .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 23

III. STUDENT SERVICES ? GUIDANCE / HEALTH / NUTRITION

College Applications and Transcripts ........................................................................................................................................................24 Work Permits Schedule Changes School Health Services ...............................................................................................................................................................................25 Accident Reports Illness / Injury Immunization Requirements ........................................................................................................................29 Medication .......................................................................................................................................... 26 Student Nutrition Services - Breakfast/Lunch--Cafeteria Policy..............................................................................................................26

IV. ATTENDANCE

Attendance Philosophy/Policy ....................................................................................................................................................................27 Closed Campus Notification Attendance Office Phone Numbers Make-up Work Full/Half Days Planned Family Absence/Vacations Exempt vs. Non-exempt Absences ................................................................................................................28 Excused Absences Unexcused Absences Attendance Procedures/Parental Notification/Excessive Absenteeism Prolonged Medical Absences (Certificate of Incapacity) ......................................................................................29 Truancy Habitual Truancy Cutting Class/Leaving School Grounds without Permission Student Withdrawal/Transfer Tardy Policy...............................................................................................................................................................30 Extra-Curricular Participation

V. STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Disciplinary powers of principals ..............................................................................................................................................................31 Duty and powers of the school corporation to supervise and discipline students Academic Dishonesty, Plagiarism, Cheating, Falsification Acts of Disruption Alcohol Use/Possession

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Use of a Breathalyzer at School or School-sponsored event....................................................................................32 Extra-Curricular/Voluntary School-Sponsored Events Breathalyzers During the School Day...............................................................................................................33 Arson Bullying and Harassment Bully Assessment.....................................................................................................................................34 Bus Conduct...........................................................................................................................................36 Cafeteria Misconduct Computer Piracy / Misuse Digital Harassment Policy Display of Affection.................................................................................................................................37 Disrespect Disruptive and Dangerous Items Dress Guidelines Drug Sale or Delivery ...............................................................................................................................38 Drug Use/Possession Electronic Devices Extortion / Intimidation ...............................................................................................................................................................................39 False Alarms (911 Calls orFalse 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 Lewd, Indecent, or Offensive Behavior Loitering Look-Alike Drugs Missed Detention Misuse of Equipment .................................................................................................................................41 Obscenity Obscenity vs Teacher / Staff Member Parking Violation Participation in aFood Fight .......................................................................................................................................................................42 Sexual Harassment Tardies ? Same class per semester Theft ....................................................................................................................................................43 Tobacco/Vaping Use/Possession Truancy Unlawful Activity Vandalism..............................................................................................................................................44 Weapons ? Possession 10-Day OSS Rule Reluctant Learners Reporting Harassment Search and Seizure .......................................................................................................................................................................................46 Discipline Policies and Procedures Jurisdiction Detention Extended Day Detention .............................................................................................................................47 Alternative Placement ? In School Suspension (ISS) Out of School Suspension (OSS) Suspension Procedures Expulsion Expulsion Procedures/Expulsion Appeal Rights .................................................................................................48 Student Due Process Disciplinary Guidelines ...............................................................................................................................................................................51 PROM Non-Attendance Due to Discipline........................................................................................................53 Compliance Plan ? Section 504...................................................................................................................................................................54 Parent Notice ? Section 504 .......................................................................................................................................................................55 Americans with Disabilities Act ................................................................................................................................................................ 56 AHERA Annual Notice Acceptable Use Policy / Computer Usage Agreement (Sign off Page)........................................................................ 57 Chromebook Loaner Policy ....................................................................................................................................................................... 58 Student / Parent Handbook Acknowledgement (Sign off Page).................................................................................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

Mrs. Mary Tracy-MacAulay

Superintendent

Mrs. Deb Snedden

Curriculum Director

Mr. Adam Minth

Business Manager

Hanover Central High School

Ms. Tami Kepshire Mrs. Lori Bathurst Mr. Brian Parker Ms. Kelly Bermes Mr. Ryan Bridges Sgt. Mike O'Donnell Mrs. Robyn Radford Mrs. Michelle Phillips Mr. Cody Tatro Mrs. Monica Nelson

Ms. Beth Rufo

Principal Assistant Principal Dean of Students Athletic Director Asst. Athletic Director Director of School Safety and Security Social Worker Director of Nutrition Services Guidance Counselor (A -L) Guidance Counselor (M- Z)

Transportation Director

(219) 374-3500 mtracy@hanover.k12.in.us dsnedden@hanover.k12.in.us aminth@hanover.k12.in.us

(219) 374-3800 tkepshire@hanover.k12.in.us lbathurst@hanover.k12.in.us bparker@hanover.k12.in.us kbermes@hanover.k12.in.us rbridges@hanover.k12.in.us modonnell@hanover.k12.in.us rradford@hanover.k12.in.us mphillips@hanover.k12.in.us ctatro@hanover.k12.in.us mnelson@hanover.k12.in.us brufo@hanover.k12.in.us

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