DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK

GENERAL INFORMATION

Accident Reporting

Students injured at school or school sponsored activities are to submit an accident report to the school administration within 24 hours of the accident. Students covered by school insurance should request a form from the school business office secretary. In the event of serious student injury, a parent or guardian will be contacted immediately. If a parent/guardian cannot be notified, the student's physician will be contacted.

Address/Telephone Information

For purposes of regular and emergency home contact, it is extremely important that the Guidance Office be notified immediately of changes to parent/guardian residential addresses/, phone numbers and work telephone numbers.

Bus Service

Bus transportation is provided for all students living within the district and attending District #116 schools. Students must comply with all state laws, district rules, and other regulations provided by the transportation supervisor. Students in violation of these regulations as reported by bus drivers may lose transportation privileges. State law (OAR 53-010) and district policy govern the behavior of students riding school buses and are designed to ensure safety, comfort, and operating efficiency on buses:

State Law

1. Pupils being transported are under the direct authority of the bus driver.

2. Fighting, wrestling, or boisterous activities are prohibited on the bus.

3. Pupils shall use the emergency door ONLY in the case of emergency.

4. Pupils shall be on time for the bus both morning and evening.

5. Pupils shall not bring animals, firearms, weapons, or other potentially hazardous material on the bus.

6. Pupils shall remain seated while the bus is in motion.

7. Pupils may be assigned seats by the driver.

8. When necessary to cross the road, students shall cross in front of the bus or as instructed by the bus driver.

9. Pupils shall not extend their hands, arms, or heads through the bus windows.

10. Pupils shall have written permission to leave the bus other than at home or school.

11. Pupils shall converse in normal tones; loud or vulgar language is prohibited.

12. Pupils shall not open or close windows without permission of the bus driver.

13. Pupils shall keep the bus clean and must refrain from damaging it.

14. Pupils shall be courteous to the driver, to fellow students, and to passersby.

15. Pupils who refuse to obey the directions of the driver promptly or refuse to obey regulations may forfeit their privilege to ride on the buses.

16. Rules governing pupils riding school buses must be kept posted in a conspicuous place in all school buses.

District Rules

1. No glass objects are permitted on the bus.

2. No live animals or creatures that may create excitement are permitted on the bus.

3. Students are not to eat or drink while being transported on the school bus.

4. Matches, tobacco, or drugs (including alcohol) are not to be used on buses.

5. Students must refrain from bringing large objects such as stuffed toys or large instruments on the bus.

6. Students must place litter in containers provided on the bus.

7. Students must remember that the driver is responsible for the safe transport of all people riding the bus, and therefore has the clear and unquestionable authority to direct student behavior on the bus.

Check-Out Procedure

Students leaving campus during the school day must be

checked-out according to the following guidelines and

procedures:

1. Students will be checked-out with parent note or phone call received by attendance office personnel prior to departure.

2. Parents may also check-out students in person at the school.

3. School officials shall determine whether the absence due to student check-out is excused or unexcused (see attendance policy).

4. Students failing to comply with check-out procedures will be considered truant. Douglas High School shall not be liable for students leaving campus in violation of check-out procedures.

Closed Campus

Douglas High School is a closed campus. Upon arrival at school in the morning, students are to remain on campus, with the following exceptions:

(1) students on shortened schedules,

(2) students leaving during lunch break; students are not allowed to walk off campus during lunch break,

(3) students leaving campus in accordance with school check-out procedures. Students are not permitted to loiter at any time during the day in the area between Lookingglass Creek Bridge and the Brockway Store and within fifty feet of Highway

(4) Students in violation of the closed campus policy shall be considered truant.

Earthquake: Safety Procedures

If Outdoors: Move to an open space, away from buildings and overhead power lines. Lie down or sit on the ground (legs will not be steady). After the shaking stops go to your assembly area.

On the school bus, stop the bus away from power lines, bridges, overpasses, and buildings. Students should remain in their seats and hold on.

If Indoors: Stay inside; move away from windows, shelves, and heavy objects and furniture that may fall. Take cover under a table or desk and, "DUCK, COVER, AND HOLD ON."

Note: Although doorways have traditionally been regarded as safe locations, it's important to anticipate that doors may slam shut during an earthquake. Also, many classroom doors have window inserts that may break, causing injury.

In halls, stairways, or other areas where no cover is available, move to an interior wall. Turn away from windows, kneel alongside the wall, bend your head close to your knees, cover the sides of head with your elbows, and clasp your hands firmly behind your neck.

In a library, immediately move away from windows and bookshelves, and take appropriate cover.

In laboratories and kitchens, extinguish all burners (if possible) before taking cover. Stay clear of hazardous chemicals that may spill.

Fees

The Associated Student Body membership fee pays for a student body card bearing the student's photo. The student body card entitles the student to attend all home athletic events without paying an admission fee. Other student activities may involve a modest fee (e.g., student newspaper). The student body card must be produced to gain free admission.

Associated Student Body Fee 20.00

Annual 45.00

Activity User Fee (see below) 100.00

School Insurance Varies

(required for sports unless waived)

Class Materials Fee Sculpture 20.00

Woods & Metals 20.00

ProStart 15.00

Activity User Fees: It is the policy of Winston-Dillard School District (as provided for in ORS 336.183 and 336.168), to charge fees for participation in those extracurricular activities that require an expenditure for extra-compensatory pay for a coach or advisor.

The fee for the high school is $100 per activity. Once paid, a fee entitles a student to participate in all activities covered by this policy, but is not a guarantee of any particular position or amount of playing time.

A student must pay the user fee within 5 days of the time he/she begins to participate in the activity. Failure to pay the fee shall result in the student being excluded from any further participation until the fee is paid. In accordance with the hardship law (ORS 336.168), the principal may waive a participation fee upon application from the parent.

After the first scheduled contest/performance, the user fee is non-refundable. A student who is eligible for a refund must apply to the principal or his designee.

Fire Drills

Fire drills are necessary for the safety of the students and faculty. Everyone should know the specific directions for reaching a point of safety from those areas of the building in which he-she may be. Fire drill information is posted above the door in each room.

General Rules for Fire Drills:

1. Students will follow designated exit instructions, keep in single file, walk, not run, refrain from talking, and proceed to a distance approximately 100 feet from point of exit.

2. The teacher should be the last one out of the room, should take the grade book and keys, should close the door, and remain with his/her group.

3. The teacher will take attendance once the group has reached its proper distance from the building.

4. When the all clear is sounded (3 bells), all return to their classrooms in the same orderly fashion.

Note: Fire drills are serious exercises, which may save your life. You are expected to act accordingly.

Food Services

The high school cafeteria offers students a hot lunch consisting of a meat dish, vegetable, bread and butter, dessert and milk, or a sack lunch and milk. The cafeteria also offers a breakfast program from 7 a.m to 7:23 a.m.. Students who are eligible for reduced lunches may apply through the office. Prices are: Regular Reduced

Student

Breakfast $ 1.00 $ .30

Lunch 2.00 .40

Adult

Breakfast 1.75

Lunch 3.00

Immunization (Student)

All the students entering the Winston-Dillard School District are subject to the laws of the State of Oregon regarding immunization for communicable diseases as basis for enrollment or continued attendance in accordance to ORS 433.267.

All students, grades K-12, must have up-to-date immunization for diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus (DPT), polio, measles (10 day), and rubella (3-day). Students in grades K, 1, and those entering an Oregon school from outside the state must have mumps immunization. Dates (month and year) must be provided for each immunization.

Exceptions are for those with (valid) Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS) form from either medical or religious exemptions. CIS forms are available at each school office.

All students in noncompliance with the immunization requirements will be excluded from school on present dates in November and February as directed by the county health officer until their immunization status is updated. If you have any questions as to your immunization status, you should see the immunization record clerk.

Infection/Disease Instruction

An age-appropriate plan of instruction about infections/diseases including AIDS, HIV, HBV and HCV has been included as an integral part of the district’s health curriculum. Any parent may request that his/her student be excused from that portion of the instructional program required by Oregon law by contacting the principal for additional information and procedures.

Students or parents with questions about the district’s AIDS, HIV, HBV and HCV health education program should contact Kevin Miller, WDSD Curriculum Director at 679-3000 ext. 210.

Lockers

Lockers are available to students and are assigned two to a locker on a first come basis during August registration. Juniors and Seniors have first priority on upper hall lockers; freshmen and sophomores will use lockers in the lower hall. Students are asked to clean lockers periodically, and will be expected to clean lockers thoroughly at the end of the year. Valuables abandoned in lockers are contributed to Goodwill. Students who want to change lockers should request new lockers in the administration office.

Lockers are the property of the Winston-Dillard School District and are provided to students as a privilege; therefore, the school maintains the right to inspect lockers at any time or to withdraw privileges when students abuse the use of lockers. Damages to lockers will result in assessment of the cost of repairs to the occupant. .

Students are reminded that LOCKERS PROVIDE MINIMUM SECURITY ONLY. DO NOT LEAVE MONEY OR OTHER VALUABLES IN YOUR LOCKER. THE OFFICE SAFE IS AVAILABLE TO STORE YOUR VALUABLES ON A SHORT TERM BASIS. Douglas High School is not responsible for items lost/stolen from lockers.

It is the student's responsibility to notify the attendance office if a locker is defective or damaged. Students should be aware that lockers are the property of the school district and that school authorities have the right and the obligation to check into lockers when there is reason to believe they may contain items, which threaten student safety or welfare. If a student does not wish to have his/her locker searched, then that student should neither request nor use a student locker. Under no circumstances should lockers, or locker combinations be shared by students.

Because of the location of lockers throughout our school, students will be expected to limit the number of trips they make to their locker during the day. It is not necessary to use a locker at the end of every period, and to do so creates both congestion and class tardies. In the interest of security, lockers are to be used only during passing time between periods and during lunch. Failure to secure lockers may result in loss of locker privileges. Unauthorized entry, or tampering with another student's locker, may result in suspension from school.

Lost and Found

Lost or found articles should be reported to the attendance office. After a reasonable time, unclaimed articles will be donated to Goodwill. Unclaimed textbooks will be forwarded to the appropriate teacher.

Medication

Parents of students who require any medication must notify the administration. Students who have severe allergies to bee stings should have medication in the school vault.

Messages

Messages for students will be taken from parents only and will be relayed to the student during the school day. Except in the case of extreme family emergency, a student will not be called to the office telephone during class time.

Nurse

A registered nurse from the Douglas County Health Department will be available on a limited bases to the school. Students may requests to see the nurse in Student Services. Her services are also available upon a phone request if an immediate need arises.

No Child Left Behind Act: Required Notifications

Districts with school that have a high percentage of students and families who qualify for free and reduced lunch benefits receive additional funds from the Federal Government. These funds, called Title I funds, support additional and supplemental services for students.

Congress and the President authorize the release of Federal Title I funds through legislation that is revised every four to eight years and outlines rules and regulations for schools and for the use of these funds. The most recent reauthorization of the Federal Title funds is called the No Child Left Behind Act, which went into effect in January of 2002.

Right To Request Teacher Qualifications

Parent involvement is an important part of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act. One of the new requirements of NCLB is that schools notify parents that they may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their student’s classroom teachers. This information, which is on file at the district office , includes degree(s), major(s), and licensing held by the teacher; the teacher’s status regarding state licensing criteria; and whether your child is receiving Title I services from paraprofessionals and, if so, his/her qualifications.

We are proud of our staff at Douglas High School and would be pleased to share this information with you at your request. Forms are available at our school office or you may go directly to the district office to make a request.

Personal Property

To prevent loss of personal property, students are urged to maintain their lockers, backpacks, etc., in an orderly and secure manner. Students are advised not to bring large sums of money or other items of value to school. If necessary, such items may be stored in the main office vault. P.E. students should turn in money/valuables to their teacher during class. Students are not to share locker combinations and are reminded to turn the lock dial to secure the locker.

Students should report all thefts to the assistant principal. Douglas High School is not responsible for loss of personal property, including shop projects.

Residence Requirements

District policy requires that in order to attend school in our district students' parents or legal guardians must reside within our district. All exceptions to this policy must be administratively approved. Special arrangements must be made by students living away from home or with friends or relatives. Again, requests for exceptions due to hardship circumstances must be initiated by the parent or legal guardian and require administrative approval. Questions regarding residence requirements should be referred to a building administrator or the district office.

School Closure

In the unlikely event that the weather renders roads unsafe for travel in winter weather, school will be closed. The director of transportation will make an assessment of road conditions at 4 a.m. If it is considered unsafe to run school buses the superintendent of the district will be notified no later than 6 a.m. The superintendent will in turn contact local radio stations to advise them of school closures, giving the length of the closure and the details students need for arranging to get to school when the roads are again safe

Do not attempt to call the school for information about closures. Office personnel begin answering phones at 7:00 a.m.; by that time, the news media will have announced any delays or closures that will take place. If the radio does not announce a delay or closure, buses will be running as usual. Additionally current information concerning school closure can be found on the District web site.

School Hours

Classes begin four days a week at 7:25 a.m. and end at 3:28 p.m. Students are expected to arrive at school by 7:15 a.m. each day. Winston-Dillard School District #116 and/or Douglas High School is not responsible for accidents involving unsupervised students prior to 7 a.m. or after 4 p.m.

Telephone

Telephone for personal student calls are available in the attendance and front office. Students may receive permission to use other school phones in the case of emergency.

Textbooks

Textbooks for classes are issued to students without charge, with the exception of workbooks that will become the property of students at the end of the course

for which they are purchased. Students are responsible for the books assigned to them, and will be assessed a fee for books lost or damaged. Students should understand that textbooks have become very expensive, and that they may expect to pay from $15 to $60 for books that have been wantonly damaged or lost.

Visitors

Visitors to the high school during school hours are required to report directly to the main office and arrange for the conduct of their business. Loitering is not permitted on or near school grounds; individuals loitering on or near school grounds will be referred to civil authorities.

Students who wish to bring visitors to school must request permission from an administrator one day prior to the scheduled visit. Students must have teacher consent to bring visitors into individual classrooms prior to administrative approval. Visitors must be of high school age, unless an administrator makes an allowance for a special circumstance. Generally, students from neighboring schools and other Douglas County area residents are not permitted as visitors. Visitor/Guest requests during the first week of school and the last week of each grading period will not be approved.

Bits & Pieces

Asbestos Statement As required by Federal law, our school district must notify student guardians that our school contains asbestos. The district has developed an AHERA management plan and addressed the risks of exposure through appropriate removal or encapsulation. The plan and the results of recent inspections are available for review at the school and district office. Students are not exposed to high or dangerous levels of asbestos, and your children’s safety remains a primary concern of the Winston-Dillard School District.

School District #116: General Information. School Board meeting agendas, minutes and policies are available in the high school principal's office and/or the Administrative office in Dillard. A request for one of the above mentioned items should be made by contacting the main office and/or principal.

Smoking/Public Conduct On School Property. Smoking is prohibited in all of the buildings and facilities (including district owned vehicles) of the district in which children receive instruction. No use of alcoholic beverages or other drugs is allowed on school property or at school sponsored activities, either in the district or out of district.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

A wide variety of activities is available to students, ranging from class related clubs and service clubs to interscholastic athletics. Generally, the activities are open to all students and are under the control of the Student Council.

Clubs and Organizations

Douglas High sponsors many special-interest clubs for students who want to be active in school affairs.

Annual/Yearbook is for qualified students interested in production of the DHS yearbook. Refer to the DHS pre-enrollment booklet for course description.

Advisor: Chris Hobson/Franci Detwyler/Shannon Short

Art Club membership is open to all DHS students. The club promotes activities that allow students to be creatively successful in "the out of school world." Advisor: Deborah Cusack

Associated Student Body (ASB) contributes to or supports the following activities: Student dances, school assemblies, homecoming activities, rally squads, athletics, clubs, and class/ASB elections. All students are members of the ASB and are eligible to compete through elections for membership on Student Council. Class meetings will rarely be held because of time and space restrictions. It will be the duty of class officers to hold open executive sessions to discuss class projects or handle class business. Class officers should involve as many class members as possible in all class activities. Advisor: Shannon Short

Band (Marching Band, Pep Band, Solo, Ensemble) is for students enrolled in instrumental (symphonic) music classes. Refer to the DHS pre-enrollment booklet for course description.

Advisor: Robert Carwithen

Bible Club is for students who wish to meet and discuss their faith in a supportive environment. Activities include lunch meetings and occasional after school activities.

Advisors: Jill Evans

Cheerleading is for students elected to the varsity and junior varsity squads in the spring. Activities include planning and participating in pep assemblies and leading cheers at athletic events throughout the year.

Advisor: Leslie Henry

Choir is for students enrolled in vocal music classes. Activities include concert tours and local performances. Refer to the DHS pre-enrollment booklet for course description.

Advisor: Karen Gibbs

Drama Club is open to all students. Activities are centered around promoting drama and attending theatrical events.

Advisor: Levi Moody

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is an organization for all young adults in high school enrolled in business programs. One of the major objectives of FBLA is to provide leadership so students may participate more effectively in the business and community life of which they are soon to be an integral part.

Advisor: Ryan Hunter/Shannon Short

Future Family & Community Leaders of America (FFCLA) is a youth centered leadership organization whose focus is on strengthening the family structure and helping students to be productive community leaders. Emphasis is placed on goal setting, decision making and learning to work together. Membership in FFCLA is not only local but state and national as well.

Advisor: Mary Malepsy

National Honor Society is for sophomore, junior and senior students interested in creating enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulating a desire to render service, promoting leadership and developing character in the students of DHS. Students with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.4 are considered for membership.

Advisor: Marlys Hobson.

Partners Club. All DHS students are eligible for membership in the Special Olympics Partners Club. The purpose is to promote knowledge, understanding and acceptance of all students with disabilities and to work with and for people of all races, creeds and colors. Advisor: Shannon Short

International Club is for students interested in cultures, customs, and languages.

Advisor: Open Position

Vocational/Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) is for students interested in furthering their skills in leadership and vocational/industrial arts. Activities include attending statewide conferences and VICA Skills Olympics Competitions.

Advisor: Jason Daugherty

Class Advisors

Class of '09-Seniors is for all students who are members of this graduating class.

Advisors: Craig Anderson, Michelle Berray, Ryan Hunter, Joe Reihl, Chris Hobson, Jason Daugherty, Jill Evans, Joe Polamalu, Franci Dettwyler, Rob Boyé, Graden Blue, Cindy Mizell

Class of '10-Juniors is for all students who are members of this graduating class.

Advisors: Debbie Cusack, David Johnson, Caroline Randall, Andrew Jackson, Shannon Short, Oriele Inkster

Class of '11-Sophomore is for all students who are members of this graduating class.

Advisors: Jason Daugherty, Jason Dickover, Marlys Hobson, Bill Warren, Kerry Dwight, Levi Moody

Class of '12-Freshmen is for all students who are members of this graduating class.

Advisors: Lonnie Bailey, Kevin Grassman, Marsha New, Arlie Peyton, TJ Caughll, Kevin Wilson

Assemblies

Assemblies are held throughout the year during the school day; student attendance is required. Pep assemblies, conducted by the rally squad, are designed to build school pride and unity. Other assemblies of special interest are scheduled during the school year for purposes of student motivation, enrichment, recognition, etc. Assembly programs will be screened and evaluated prior to presentation. Students are expected to be courteous and respectful to assembly privileges. Students are not to leave campus during assembly periods.

Conduct At Athletic Events

Students are expected to exhibit proper behavior at both home and away athletic contests. This includes no fighting, booing or heckling, throwing or dropping of refuse or loitering in the immediate area before or after a contest. School policy prohibiting the use or possession of drugs and alcohol applies at all athletic events in which the school is involved, regardless of the site.

Students are not allowed to leave the immediate athletic contest area (gym/field) after once entering. Loitering of students in the parking lot before, halftime, or after the contest is prohibited.

Dances

Organizations and clubs, as well as classes, may sponsor dances as fund-raisers during the year. The sponsoring group must follow the procedures set up by Student Council.

Procedures for Dances:

1. An activity must be approved by the assistant principal and the advisor for Student Council. The activity and date will be approved and put on the calendar by the vice president of the Student Council and the assistant principal.

2. The faculty advisors of the sponsoring group will have the primary responsibility for seeing that plans are carried out and must be present at the dance to help chaperone.

3. All supervisors are to be on duty 15 minutes before the dance is scheduled to begin, and are to remain on duty until all students have dispersed after the dance ends.

4. The sponsoring group must secure at least five (5) school employees as chaperons for most dances.

5. Junior high school students and individuals who have reached their 21st birthday may not attend high school dances.

6. Attendance at dances is limited to Douglas High

School students and their dates. Students will

a list in the administration office, where they

will acquire a pass for the guest to enter the

dance. The inviting student is responsible for

the actions of his/her guest.

7. The student conduct of conduct and the school

dress code are in effect at school dances.

Rules Regarding School Dances:

1. A student body member may bring one guest to a dance, paying the admission fee that may be charged. Guests are to be listed on the sign-up sheet in the office before the dance.

2. Once at the dance, student/guests must remain in the building. Anyone leaving the building will not be readmitted.

3. Parents are welcome to attend any school dance.

4. The organization sponsoring the dance must decorate on non-school time, and must arrange for cleanup with the janitorial staff.

5. Social activities must close no later than 11:30 p.m. with the exceptions of the Homecoming Dance and the Junior-Senior prom.

Fund Raising

All money-raising activities are under the jurisdiction of Student Council. These activities are regulated carefully to avoid conflicts and to prevent over working of money raising projects. Any fund-raiser must be approved by Student Council before it is undertaken.

All student body, class and club purchasing requires a purchase order. Bills that come in will not be honored unless a purchase order is signed by an advisor and a student has been approved. Purchase orders can be picked up in the administration office.

Interscholastic Sports

Eligibility. All students are eligible to turn out for any of the interscholastic sports conducted at DHS. The sports program is carried on under the rules and regulations of the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA). The following requirements have been established at DHS in addition to those of OSAA.

1. To be eligible to participate in any interscholastic game, the student must:

a. Be enrolled in at least 5 classes in the current semester;

b. Have passed five subjects in the previous semester (OSAA standard); and

c. Maintain a 1.5 grade point average eligibility for the 2nd and 4th nine weeks, which will be based on the preceding nine weeks' grades. Eligibility for the 1st and 3rd nine weeks' periods will be based on the GPA of the preceding semester's grades.

d. An athlete must be in attendance the

entire school day to be eligible for

practice or competition. Exceptions

made for pre-arranged absences,

school initiated absences or in

accordance with Oregon State Law.

Truancy, as defined by the

administrator on duty, automatically

excludes a student from athletic

participation.

2. All students turning out for sports must have a student body card for the current year. A student body card may be obtained when ASB fees are paid.

3. All students participating in athletics are expected to observe the training rules set up by the athletic contract, including mandatory attendance at study lunch table as required.

4. All students participating in sports are required to have either school insurance or family accident insurance.

5. Athletes are expected to be examples of good citizenship--to conform to the behavior expected of students and to attend school regularly. DHS invests a great deal in training athletes, and expects a positive return from the student-athlete.

Rooter Bus. Buses to athletic contests will be provided on a limited basis. There will be a charge of admission collected, the cost of transportation is not provided by the district.

1. If students go to a game on the bus, they must return on the same bus. The only exception to this rule is when a parent personally notifies the bus chaperone that his son or daughter has permission to ride home with the parent.

2. Front seats of the rooter bus are reserved for the rally squad.

3. Students must proceed to the bus immediately after the game ends. Roll will be taken before leaving Douglas High and before returning home.

4. Students shall not display excessive affection toward members of the opposite sex.

5. All the rules of regular school bus behavior apply to the rooter bus, with the exception that normal school cheers and songs are encouraged.

6. Students are not allowed to leave the immediate game area (gym/field) after once entering. Loitering of students in the parking lot before, halftime, or after the game is prohibited.

Failure to follow these rules will result in suspension from future bus trips and possible suspension from school.

Locker rooms are for the exclusive use of DHS and visiting athletic teams during athletic contests.

Season start dates: All dates listed reflect the first day the OSAA allows a season to start practice. If a student-athlete requires a different starting date for any reason, it is that student’s responsibility to communicate that desire to the appropriate head coach.

Fall: August 18, 2008

Winter: November 10, 2008

Spring: February 23, 2009

ACADEMICS

Academic Expectations

Students are expected to attend school and class regularly, and to bring to class required books and working materials. This is your opportunity to succeed at school. Take advantage of the support offered by faculty and staff.

Special Education

Consistent with various federal and state regulations, the district provides a variety of specialized learning programs for students with hearing, vision, speech, physical, health, emotional, intellectual or specific learning disabilities. Any student with an identified disability is eligible to receive services from one or more of those programs.

Parents concerned that their child's school progress may be limited by one of the above disabilities may refer their child for diagnostic evaluation. Students may refer themselves, but parental permission for evaluation is required if the student is not yet 18 years of age. Referrals may be made to the building principal, counselor, assistant principal, or the building level Special Education teacher. For each student determined to be eligible, an Individual Education Program (IEP) is developed and reviewed by a team at least once per year. Parents may also wish to discuss such matters with the District's Coordinator of Special Education (679-3000).

Discipline of Students with Disabilities

When a student being served by an individualized education program (IEP) engages in conduct which would warrant suspension of more than 10 days or expulsion for a nondisabled student, the student’s parents will be notified immediately (within 24 hours) of the circumstances of the misbehavior and the time and location of the student’s IEP team meeting addressing the infraction and its relationship to the disability.

The IEP team will determine whether the misconduct is a manifestation of the student’s disability. Should the IEP team conclude the misconduct has no relationship to the student’s disability, the student may be disciplined in the same manner as would other students.

If the IEP team concludes the misconduct is a consequence of the student’s disability, the team may review and revise the student’s IEP and determine whether a change in placement is needed. The district may not suspend for more than 10 days or expel a disabled student or terminate educational services for any behavior which is a manifestation of the disability.

A student may be removed from the current educational placement to an appropriate interim alternative educational setting for the same amount of time that a student without a disability would be subject to discipline, but for not more than 45 calendar days in a school year for a drug or weapon violation as provided in district procedures. Additionally, the district may request an expedited due process hearing to obtain a hearings officer’s order to remove a student to an interim alternative educational setting for not more than 45 days if the student is exhibiting injurious behavior. For the purpose of this request, “injurious behavior” is defined as behavior that is substantially likely to result in injury to the student or to others.

Alternative Education Programs

In compliance with Oregon Law (ORS 339.615), the Douglas High School District provides programs of alternative education for students who are subject to severe discipline. For additional information, contact the assistant principal or counselor office. Parents may requrest additional in-district alternative education programs by submitting written requests to the principal.

Alternative Education Notification

Individual notification to students and parents regarding the availability of alternative education programs will be given semi-annually or when new programs become available under the following situations, as appropriate:

1. When two or more severe disciplinary problems occur within a three-year period (Severe disciplinary problems will be defined in the Student Code of Conduct.);

2. When attendance is so erratic the student is not benefiting from the educational program (Erratic attendance will be defined on a case-by-case basis.);

3. When an expulsion is being considered;

4. When a student is expelled;

5. When a student’s parent or emancipated student applies for exemption from attendance on a semi-annual basis.

Individual notification shall be hand-delivered or sent by certified mail. Parents shall receive individual notification prior to an actual expulsion.

Notification shall include:

1. A description of the student’s action;

2. A list of alternative education programs for the student;

3. The program recommendation based upon the student’s learning styles and needs;

4. Procedures for enrolling the student in the recommended program.

The district will not provide alternative education programs for students expelled for violations of applicable state or federal weapon laws.

Alternative Education Programs – Establishment

Proposals from parents or students for the establishment of an alternative education program shall be submitted in writing to the superintendent or designee.

“Alternative education program” means a school or separate class group designed to best serve students’ educational needs and interests and assist students in achieving the academic standards of the district and the state.

Proposals for alternative education programs shall include the following:

1. Goals;

2. Criteria for enrollment;

3. Proposed budget;

4. Staffing;

5. Location;

6. Assurance of nondiscrimination.

Proposals must be submitted to the superintendent or designee prior to [November 1] for programs to be implemented the following school year. Proposals will be reviewed by the district. Contact the building principal or district office for additional information on submitting proposals, the evaluation and approval process.

Douglas Opportunity School

The primary mission of Douglas Opportunity School is to serve students through: 1) reduction of the number of high school student dropouts by offering an alternative to traditional high school education that leads to graduation and career development; 2) preparation of youth to make informed educational, career, family, and community services choices; 3) provision of meaningful transition from school to work for students. This community of learners has as its motivating force the success of students.

Douglas Opportunity School is a concept offering a workable alternative for high school students who cannot or do not function successfully in the traditional educational environment.

Please see the counseling department for information regarding the DHS Opportunity School and/or call them at 679-3023.

Home Schooling

Parents have the right to utilize home instruction as an alternative to enrollment and attendance. The Board does not accept home instruction for credits toward graduation from school. The district has no obligation to support home instruction (provide textbooks, lessons, or standardized testing). A home-schooled student may participate in interscholastic activities. The district shall not provide special services in the home for home-schooled children with disabilities.

Homeless Students

The district provides full and equal opportunity to students in homeless situations as required by law, including immediate enrollment. School records, medical records, proof of residence or other documents will not be required as a condition for admission. A student is permitted to remain in his/her school of origin for the duration of his/her homelessness or until the end of any academic year in which he/she moves to permanent housing.

Transportation to the student’s school of origin will be provided, at the request of the parent, or in the case of an unaccompanied student, at the request of the district’s liaison for homeless students. For additional information concerning the rights of students and parents of students in homeless situations or assistance in accessing transportation services, contact Charan Cline, the district’s liaison for homeless students at 679-3002.

Report Cards

Report cards are mailed home at the conclusion of the 1st, 2nd , 3rd & 4^th grading periods. Whenever you have a question about a grade received, or need an interpretation of a grade, please contact Student Services at the school as soon as possible.

Quarterly grades reported on the report card are progress reports. The grades which appear on your permanent records (transcripts) are the first and second semester grades only. The following grading system is used for report cards:

A - Excellent S - Satisfactory

B - Above Average NG - No grade

C - Average U - Unsatisfactory

D - Below Average E- Social grade-No Credit

F - Unsatisfactory - failure credit

I - Incomplete*

(Incompletes must be completed before the end of the following semester or time specified by the teacher, or the Incomplete converts to an F grade.)

In determining academic standing and rank in class, a grade point average is determined for each student. Points are assigned as follows:

A 4 points

B 3 points

C 2 points

D 1 point

F 0 points

Incompletes, repeated classes, and passes do not carry points and are not included in calculating GPA. Failing grades are included in calculations.

Student Records

Oregon Statute (revised) permits the Winston-Dillard School District (DHS) to release directory information unless specifically requested otherwise by parent or guardian. Directory information includes name, address, phone number, photographs, place of birth, participation in official sports/activities, weight and height of athlete, team members, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and most recent previous school program attended.

In addition, the statute requires the school district to send student records within ten (10) days of receipt of a records transfer request from other districts. The district (DHS) is not required to notify parents that the records are being transferred. A parent may inspect student records upon request.

Public Notice. The district will give annual public notice to parents of students in attendance and students 18 years of age or emancipated. The notice shall identify the types of information considered to be directory information and the district's option to release such information. Such notice will be given prior to release of directory information.

Exclusions. Exclusions from any or all directory categories named as directory information must be submitted in writing to the (principal) by the parent, student 18 years of age or emancipated student within 15 days of annual public notice.

Schools in Oregon are required to keep several different types of school records for students.

1. Permanent Record. A transcript of all grades and attendance and selected test scores, attained in grades 9-12.

2. Cumulative Record. A collection of school achievements and activities and other records from all schools previously attended.

3. Behavioral Records. A collection of psychological and placement testing and information (not all students have this file).

4. Health Records. A record of immunizations and other vital health records.

School records are released according to the following procedures:

1. All student records maintained by the school shall be made available for inspection by the student and/or his/her parent or legal guardian, except that behavioral records shall be released only in the presence of a person qualified to interpret those records (within 45 days of request).

2. Progress and behavioral records may be released to other persons, agencies, or institutions with a demonstrated interest in the student only if written release has been signed by the parent or legal guardian, or by the student if 18 years of age or older.

3. All persons, agencies, or organizations desiring access to the records of a student shall sign a written form kept in the file of the student, but only for the inspection of the parents or the student, indicating specifically the legitimate interest of the person, agency, or organization seeking this information. This form shall be available for the maintenance of the record.

4. Release of student records may be made by the superintendent or designee for use in proceedings incompliance with judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena, upon condition parents and student are notified of all such orders or subpoenas in advance of the compliance therewith by the educational institution or agency. Personal delivery of the records to the court will be made by a certified staff member qualified to explain or interpret the records.

5. Information gained as a result of conversations, conferences, or staff meetings regarding student problems must be kept confidential. Release of student record information by telephone is prohibited.

6. Information gathered for research purposes will not be released in any manner that would allow personal identification of students.

7. Students who need copies of transcripts for scholarship, military, college, and/or work applications should see the registrar for a release form. The school cannot release transcripts without parental consent in writing.

Filming/Taping of Students. During the course of the school year, photographs, films, or video tapes may be taken at school or during school activities; i.e., during athletic contests or practices, during plays or play practice, of students in classroom activities, etc.

These films/tapes/photographs are used for helping students improve their playing skills, drama skills, and/or providing the public with information about school programs. It shall be the policy of the Winston-Dillard Public Schools to film/tape/ photograph students as listed below unless the parents file a written objection with their child's school.

1. Athletic game film/tapes

2. Drama/classroom activities

3. Recognition for achievement

4. Public information pictures

If you object to the filming/taping of your child in any of the above activities you can prevent this by writing a letter stating your objection and concerns. Then deliver this letter to your child's building principal. Please make certain it is signed and dated. The letter will only be valid for the year it is tendered.

ACADEMIC RECOGNITION

Honor Roll

An honor roll is published each quarter. Full-time students (carrying enough course work for credit to occupy five periods per day), with a grade point average for the quarter of 3.0 or higher, and with no more than one C will be on honor roll. However, any grade below a C or any incomplete will disqualify a student.

Academic Recognition Letter

Students who earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher for two consecutive quarters while taking at least four academic classes will be awarded an academic letter. For each consecutive quarter thereafter that a 3.5 or higher GPA is maintained while still taking a minimum of four academic classes, the student will be awarded a gold bar to pin on the letter. If the student's GPA drops below a 3.5 for any quarter or he/she is not enrolled in four academic classes, the initial requirements for earning an academic letter must be met in order to be eligible for another bar. NOTE: Academic classes are considered to be math, science, social studies, English, literature, foreign language, drama and computer science.

National Honor Society

Sophomores, juniors and seniors with at least a 3.4 accumulative GPA in a regular course of study will be invited to complete the selection process for NHS membership. This is done during second semester each year.

To be considered for selection, the candidate must complete a "Student Activity Form," obtain references from four faculty members and write a five-paragraph essay on either "What I Can Contribute to NHS" or "My Views on the Importance of Scholarship, Leadership, Character and Service in a Student's Life." Once the completed forms, references and essay are received, the selections for NHS membership are made by majority vote of the NHS faculty council and are based on how well the student meets the four criteria for membership listed below. Input from the entire staff will be used to help make the selections. The decision of the council is final and cannot be appealed.

Scholarship: The expectation is that the student will be able to maintain the minimum 3.4 GPA.

Leadership: The council will look for the student who promotes school activities, influences peers to uphold school ideals, contributes ideas that improve the civic life of the school, delegates responsibilities, exemplifies positive attitudes, inspires positive behavior in others, demonstrates academic initiative, and dependability.

Service is helping an individual, the school or the community without expectation of any pay or reward for the person rendering the service.

Character is exhibiting positive attitudes; upholding school policies; having respect for self, peers and staff.

Once a student becomes a member of NHS, he/she will be expected to uphold the four criteria of membership. The faculty council may dismiss or discipline a member if it can be shown that he/she has not upheld the criteria.

If the member's GPA falls below 3.4, he/she will be warned in writing by the advisor and given one semester to bring the GPA back to standard.

Any infraction of school and classroom policies that result in a disciplinary referral being made to the assistant principal will result in the member being warned and his/her membership status being put on probationary status. The member may also be assigned community service hours. If the behavior continues, the member will be referred to the faculty council for dismissal.

Disciplinary offenses serious enough to warrant expulsion or penalties through civil or criminal courts will result in immediate dismissal.

Once a member has been dismissed, he/she will never again be eligible for membership. Dismissals for reasons other than scholarship may be appealed through the same channels that other disciplinary appeals are made.

Seniors must have a 3.4 GPA at graduation to maintain membership and wear the NHS insignia in the graduation ceremonies.

Academic Awards Presentation

In the spring, teachers will present awards to students of exceptional achievement in specific subject areas.

Exemption From State Requirements

The Winston-Dillard School District may excuse students from a state required program or learning activity, where necessary, to accommodate students' disabilities and/or religious beliefs. Exemption will be considered in response to a written request for exemption from the student and his/her parent or guardian. Credit toward graduation is not granted for educational components exempted from the student's program.

The District may approve and grant credit to a student for an alternative to a state required program or learning activity. Refer to a counselor.

Electronic Communications System

The district has adopted policies governing student access to the worldwide electronic communications system, Internet. This is an astounding resource, allowing students to collect information from all over the world. The school district, starting with the high school, is working to have direct access to Internet through a modem, but the district wants to make this resource available to the schools through computer networking. Student use of the Internet in Winston-Dillard schools is for academic purposes. Because there is a risk that a student might access material the parents finds objectionable, an agreement signed by the student, the sponsoring teacher, and the sponsoring parent or guardian is required to allow the student to reach Internet at school. Violators of usage are subject to suspension and/or expulsion.

Making Up Work

It is the student's responsibility to make up work missed due to absence. When the student returns to school, he or she should contact the teachers and get assignments. The student is to complete the work as soon as possible. Usually the time granted for makeup work is the number of days the student was absent plus one day. Makeup credit is not allowed for absences that are unexcused. Makeup assignments may be requested through the attendance office for students missing three or more days. This work must be requested 24 hours in advance to allow time for the teachers to prepare the assignments.

Homework

Homework assignments are designed to reinforce daily instructional objectives, aid student mastery of skills and create further interest in academic pursuits. The quantity of homework assignments will be determined by course level/difficulty, instructor philosophy, etc. In some cases, students will be allowed time in class to complete homework assignments. As a general rule, teachers are expected to return graded homework assignments in a timely fashion.

Students at Douglas High School can expect regular assignments in all courses (especially core requirement courses). At the beginning of each school year, staff will provide students with information about course requirements, projects, exams, homework assignments, and other performance expectations. Students are expected to develop regular home study habits during the course of the school year.

Pass/Fail

Although it is not encouraged, a few elective courses can be taken on a pass/fail basis. This option must be utilized before the beginning of the second 9-week grading period in a semester. See the registrar or a counselor for the pass/fail contract form. This contract must be signed by student, parent, and course teacher and filed in Student Services.

Progress Reports

Official quarter and semester grades will be mailed to parents shortly after the end of each grading period. Other progress reports may be mailed at the mid-quarter point or any time when communication with a parent regarding progress is needed. Reasons for progress reports include the following:

1. Grades are failing or near failing for the current grading period.

2. Work is markedly below what the student is capable of doing.

3. Absence or tardiness is excessive.

4. Commendable progress or improvement in performance has been observed.

5. Outstanding work in class has been achieved.

Parents may wish to obtain additional feedback regarding grades and progress. A parent may request this service through the student's counselor. This activity may take a few days, and the information can be summarized by the counselor over the phone or in a conference at the school.

Scheduling

The key to good scheduling is careful preparation and planning. Selecting the right courses is very important to effective student scheduling. Many promising futures are built on wise decisions about school. If planning is taken seriously, there should be little reason for a schedule change later. If, however, a schedule change becomes necessary, a PARENT-SIGNED-PETITION will initiate a student's request for a schedule change.

Schedule change requests are permitted during the first two (2) weeks of semester 1 and semester 2. Schedule changes will be considered in the following circumstances only:

1. The student does not have a full schedule.

2. The student’s schedule includes duplicate courses or courses already completed.

3. The student schedule is missing a core course (i.e. graduation) requirement.

4. An extenuating personal circumstance

Students or parent requests (1) for a schedule change or (2) to withdraw a student from a course after the two-week schedule change period are subject to the following conditions:

1. students who drop a course after the 2 week schedule period are grade responsible; i.e. the student will receive a failing grade for the dropped course.

2. students requesting to transfer classes may do so only with the agreement of the student’s supervising guidance counselor and teachers involved in the transfer.

Exceptions to the transfer/drop policy (after two weeks) will be considered only in extenuating personal circumstances (e.g. student or family health/medical emergency) and are subject to approval by the principal

Home Release

Some senior students have earned enough credits to be able to reduce their daily schedules and still meet graduation requirements. The decision to reduce the schedule ideally should mean that the student can benefit more from an alternative (work, community, college courses), than from available classes and school programs. To be granted home release, a student must submit an application to the principal, indicating the nature of the alternate activity and the person or institution supervising that activity. All voluntary home releases require formal written parent consent. Remember that some programs (athletics and honor roll) require full time (five classes or more) attendance.

Occasionally, home release is assigned to a student who, regardless of graduation status, needs to be placed on a partial day. This is done by administrative decision or by parent request on an individual basis. Students on home release are not to loiter either on the school grounds or in Winston, and for that reason are not to use the school bus during the time of day the home release is assigned.

Withdrawing From School

Students who are transferring to other school districts will make the change more easily if they following the withdrawal procedure outlined below.

1. Report to the registrar in Student Services to request a withdrawal form before your last day at Douglas High.

2. The registrar will give you a withdrawal form and a transcript release form to be signed by parent or guardian.

3. Take the withdrawal form to your classes the last day you are in school to get your grades and to have teachers verify that you have returned textbooks.

4. Return the signed withdrawal and transcript release forms to the registrar who will provide you with a copy of your transcript and your schedule of classes to simplify your enrollment in your new school.

Early Graduation

Douglas High School requires that students be in attendance for four full years carrying seven classes under normal circumstances. In some cases it may be educationally advisable for a given student to meet graduation requirements with less than four full years attendance. However, this decision should come about only as a result of a planned program. Parents who are interested in discussion such a program must contact their youngster's counselor prior to the end of the junior year.

To be considered for traditional grade 12 academic honors (to p 10 status, valedictorian, salutatorian) grade 9, 10, o r 11 student s requesting early graduation must notify the principal

in writing by October 1st of the requesting year.

Diploma Requirements

Minimum graduation/diploma standards describe the required amount of schooling a student must complete to qualify for a diploma and graduation. In most instances, the successful student's personal standard of excellence will exceed these minimums. Subjects required for graduation from Douglas High School and the recommendation for their sequence is as follows:

Grade Nine Grade Ten

English 1 1.0 English 2 1.0

Mathematics 1.0 Global Studies 1.0

9th Science 1.0 Mathematics 1.0

P.E./Wellness 1.0 Life Science 1.0

Business Apps .5 Personal Health .5

Electives 2.5 Electives 1.5

Grade Eleven Grade Twelve

English 3 1.0 English 4 1.0

U.S. History 1.0 US Gov/Econ 1.0

Community Health .5 Electives 5.0

Electives 3.5

NOTE: One additional year of math or science will be required.

Credits

Full-time students at Douglas High School are enrolled in seven courses earning seven credits per year. Any course which meets once a day for one semester carries .5 credit. No credit is accumulated for courses in which a failing grade is earned or for courses from which the student withdraws prior to completion of one semester of course work.

The grade classification of each student will be determined by the number of years that the student spends in the high school environment. Douglas High School recommends that to participate in a successful educational program each student should have earned the following credits by the end of each school year.

Freshman 7 credits

Sophomore 14 credits

Junior 21 credits

Senior 26+ credits

A total of 26 credits are required for graduation from DHS. It is possible to earn as many as 28 credits during four years of high school at Douglas.

Required Credit. Required credit is earned for approved courses that are designed to impart skills and/or knowledge, which can be of fundamental value to all adults. Earning required credits assures a basic educational background for all students. For the graduating class of 05 and beyond, Oregon colleges will only honor college prep courses in which a student earns a C- or better.

Elective Credit. The remaining required credits are earned from elective course offerings. Elective offerings provide a course of study designed to address individual student needs, interests, career plans, etc.

Grade Reduction/Credit Denial. Student attendance may not be a sole criterion for determining grades or credits. However, if attendance is a factor in academic progress, a student's absences may result in reduction of grade or loss of credit. The school will monitor the student's academic performance and will keep in close communication with parents regarding same.

Teachers will contact parents or guardians when it is deemed that excessive absences are affecting satisfactory academic achievement.

Diplomas, Etc.

A diploma shall be granted upon successful completion of the following requirements as specified by the Board of Education of School District #116:

*16 required course credits

*10 elective course credits

*12 years of educational experience or the

equivalent.

*Meet minimum Oregon State requirements for

instructional attendance

A certificate, which identifies acquired skills, may be awarded to those students who have met some, but not all, of the requirements for the diploma and have chosen to end the formal school experience.

ONLY THOSE STUDENTS WHO HAVE MET ALL DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS MAY PARTICIPATE IN GRADUATION EXERCISES.

Credit Options

Course Challenge Requirements. Douglas High School offers a form of course challenge to students for most required classes.

Contact the counseling department for specific directions and processes, as there are time lines to meet. Contact must occur one (1) week prior to school starting to arrange for Fall semester testing and two (2) weeks prior to start of second semester.

Eighty percent (80%) accuracy must be obtained for credit.

The district administration has sole power to waive and/or adjust this credit challenge on an individual basis.

Independent Study. When a student wishes to pursue an interest or skill that cannot be obtained in any normal academic procedure, independent study may be appropriate. Interested students must first contact a counselor and then make arrangements for a suitable teacher/supervisor.

College Transfer. Any quarter hours must be verified by presenting a certified college transcript.

Correspondence Courses. .5 credit can be earned for any of the high school classes offered by correspondence through the state correspondence program. Students who locate required courses can help meet credit requirements. Fees are roughly $85 per class for a semester and will cost as much as $35 for a text.

Credit from Alternative Education Institutions. The Winston-Dillard School District will be accepting credits earned through the following institutions during the 2007-08 school year: Woolley Center and The Phoenix School of Roseburg

CIM / CAM Programs

In addition to requirements for graduation the students in all Oregon public schools are required to work towards the achievement of the Certificate of Initial Mastery (CIM) and the Certificate of Advanced Mastery (CAM). This proficiency-based system measures a student’s ability to accomplish specific skill related tasks that are linked to the Oregon Standard. All students will complete a series of tests during the sophomore year as well as develop a number of work samples to demonstrate skill levels. Any DHS student may take the state assessments when they are offered in order to achieve the CIM standards. The CAM standards are meet through a variety of experiences that link education to career paths.

Juried Assessment: Any student that has completed all of the work samples required for the CIM standards but has found themselves unable to met the standards of the statewide assessment can apply for juried assessment. A formal letter should be addressed to the DHS Assistant Principal.

Work Experience Program

Douglas High School offers a cooperative education program that includes on-the-job work experience. This program is primarily intended for students who plan to enter the world of work upon graduation from high school. The program is open only to juniors and seniors. The purpose of the program is to enable students to apply basic skills they acquired at high school to real work situations. An exploratory program is also open to students who wish to discover what particular jobs are like.

STUDENT SERVICES

Counseling and Guidance

Student Services is a most important aspect of high school. This area provides a wide variety of services which can enhance each student's success and pursuit of excellence. Among other things, counselors and student service specialists can help students in the following areas:

1. Course selection and program planning

2. Organization and study skills

3. School policies and procedures

4. Requests for school records

5. Planning for the future--jobs, college, military

6. Career exploration

7. Financing education after high school

Above all, counselors and student service specialists are available to listen and guide students in their daily experiences at school.

To see a counselor, simply come to the Student Services office and fill out a request. Emergencies and crisis situations are handled immediately. In most other instances, the counselor will honor your request within a day.

The guidance and counseling office is located in the lower hall near the main office area. It is open from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. on school days.

Library

The DHS Library welcomes you to a new year! At the DHS Library students can check out up to 4 books at a time and keep them for 3 weeks. Library hours of operation are from 7:05 am to 3:55 pm. The library is open during all breaks, including lunch. This allows students access to resources and provides a QUIET place to study.

The DHS Library has several important rules which must be followed by students in order to use the facility.

1) Students must have a signed pass from

their teacher in order to enter the library during regular class time. (Unless they are accompanied by their teacher)

2) The library is a place to read and study,

therefore voices must be quiet so that

others can concentrate.

3) The computers are for school related work

only. Students are not to play games, listen

to music, email, chat, or purposely search

for material that is not part of an

assignment.

4) If library books are lost or damaged, the

student will be responsible for payment.

5) The library must remain a place of quiet

study – even during lunch hour. If a

student is not engaged in schoolwork or if

the student’s voice level or actions are

disrupting other students, the students will

be asked to leave the library.

Internet safe guards: The Winston-Dillard School District has a filtering program installed on all computers, which is called “Bess”. This filter blocks inappropriate material for most offensive sites. It is possible that some offensive material can be viewed, but this is the exception and not the rule. Also, a certified teacher and a certified media specialist (librarian) will monitor students at all times and make every effort to ensure student safety in this matter.

Internet Permission Slips: All DHS students are required to have a signed “Internet Permission Slip” on file in the library. Once signed and returned, this permission slip will stay on file at the DHS library and be in effect for as long as the student attends DHS. The purpose of the “Internet Permission Slip” is to verify that the student understands what the expectations are regarding internet use. By signing the form, the student agrees to abide by all the rules and provisions of the District’s Policy.

(A copy of Winston-Dillard’s “General System User Responsibilities, code IIBGA-AR2 is attached to the permission slip.)

If a student purposely views, downloads or prints inappropriate material from the internet, they will face severe disciplinary action, as well as, loss of computer privileges.

Students who do not have a signed internet permission slip on file will not be allowed to use the libraries’ computers AT ANY TIME.

Note: If the parent/guardian denies the student access to use of the internet, but will allow computer use for word processing, etc., special arrangements can be made.

STUDENT CONDUCT AND ACHIEVEMENT

We are what we repeatedly do.

Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.

--Aristotle

Philosophy Statement: Student conduct and achievement are inexorably linked. Student work habits and interpersonal skills significantly impact the learning experience and serve as the foundation for lifelong achievement. Teaching appropriate student conduct is best achieved through a partnership involving students, parents, and educators. The following guidelines, suggestions, policies, and procedures are designed to foster a partnership in student achievement at Douglas High School.

Student Achievement And Parent Participation

Parental Involvement: Parental involvement is a critical factor in the development of appropriate student conduct and work habits. The following suggestions are designed to encourage parental involvement in student conduct, work habits, and achievement:

*Reinforce regular and punctual attendance

*Discuss student assignments and activities on a

regular basis

*Compliment student effort and work quality as

appropriate

*Provide a quiet, well-lit home study area

*Monitor and guide student homework assignments

*Encourage student to seek additional help from

teachers (before/after school)

*Communicate regularly with staff regarding student

performance

*Insist on sufficient rest, proper diet, and periodic

health exams

*Reinforce school policies and procedures

*Whenever possible, attend student activities and

performances

Parent-School Communication: Parent input regarding student performance or staff expectations is exceedingly important and should be addressed according to the following procedure:

Step 1. Contact appropriate staff member directly regarding input or concern(s). Please allow for a reasonable response time from staff members.

Step 2. Unresolved concerns from step one should be addressed to the building principal.

Step 3. If a concern remains unresolved after step two, the parent/guardian has the option to submit a district patron complaint form as provided for in school board policy.

Student Achievement And Attendance

Attendance Policy

Philosophy Statement: Regular and punctual attendance in all classes is expected at Douglas High School. Regular student participation in classroom discussions, lectures, demonstrations and other learning activities is an important factor in student achievement; irregular attendance is often associated with student failure and frustration with the schooling experience.

Ultimately, school attendance is the responsibility of the student and parent. School officials will make every reasonable effort to assist and support parent efforts to reinforce regular student attendance.

Compulsory Attendance. Unless exempt by Oregon law, all students ages 7 through 18 who have not completed the 12th grade are required to attend school on a regular basis. Every person having control of such a student is required to enroll the student in school; failure to comply is punishable by a citation up to $150. Students exempt from full-time compulsory attendance include:

1. Students being taught in a private or parochial school.

2. Students proving to the satisfaction of the district school board that they have acquired equivalent knowledge to that required in the courses of study taught in grades 1 through 12 in the public schools.

3. Students being taught by a parent or private teacher.

4. Students excluded from attendance as provided by law.

[Note: As per State Board of Education policy, an exemption may be granted to the parent of any student 16 or 17 years of age who is lawfully employed full-time, lawfully employed part-time and enrolled in school, or enrolled in a community college or other state registered alternative education program.]

Absences

A. Absence Types (Definitions)

1. Excused absences, in accordance with state law, are given for:

a. Student illness

b. School activities

c. Doctor/dentist appointment

d. Family illness or emergency

e. Prearranged absences (excused at

administrative discretion)

2. All other absences will be classified as unexcused absences. Examples of unexcused absences include oversleeping, skip days, hair appointments, job interviews, remaining at home to complete homework assignments, driving tests, senior photos, work, etc.

3. Prearranged absences will be processed according to the following guidelines:

a. Prearranged absences are limited to five (5) per semester

b. Prearranged absences in excess of five (5) consecutive school days will not be approved.

c. The student's academic and attendance records are satisfactory

d. Prearranged absence requests are required for anticipated absences of three (3) days or more

e. Students are responsible for all missed course work

f. Students are required to submit prearranged absence forms to their teachers prior to approval and well in advance of the absence

g. School officials shall determine whether a prearranged absence is excused or unexcused

4. Extracurricular Absences. School-sponsored or sanctioned activities are exempt from and will not be counted in the attendance policy.

B. Notification

1. Parents must contact the school, by telephone or signed note, within 48 hours of student absence. After 48 hours, the student absence will be classified as a truancy (see truancy policy).

2. Student absences will be excused according to school policy (see above)

3. Parents may also excuse absences with prior notification to the school

4. The attendance office will make a reasonable effort to make telephone contact with a parent/guardian of students not in school who have not notified the school of the absence.

5. Parents and students will be notified by mail when a student reaches five (5) absences.

C. Corrective Action

1. Truancy Policy. Truancy will be classified as failure to come to school or leaving all or part of the school day without permission from the parent/administration. Students leaving campus during the day in violation of school checkout procedures shall be considered truant. Students arriving to school late in the morning or after lunch must check in at the attendance office with a parent note or phone call regarding the absence. Students failing to comply with this procedure shall be considered truant.

a. First Offense: Friday school, after school detentions, or noon detentions; letter sent to parent/guardian

b. Second Offense: Friday school or after school detentions; letter sent to parent/guardian

c. Third Offense: Friday School. A student/parent conference with the principal or principal designee will be held.

d. Subsequent Truancies: Short or Long

term suspension (maximum 10

days) and/or expulsion

recommendation. Law enforcement

officials may be contacted.

e. Students who reach the statutory

definition of irregular attendance

(8 half days of unexcused absence in a

4 week period) may be fined by the

Winston-Dillard Superintendent.

2. Five-Day Intervention: Parents and students will be notified by mail (postcard) after a fifth absence (including suspension related absences). The purpose of this notification is to:

a. Facilitate communication with parent regarding student absences

b. Improve student attendance

c. Inform the parent as to consequences of continued absenteeism: disciplinary action, potential loss of credit.

d. Arrange for parent conference as

needed.

3. Chronic Truancy or Absenteeism: Students demonstrating chronic truancy or absenteeism are subject to the following interventions:

a. Expulsion

b. Misdemeanor citation as per irregular attendance policy.

c. Loss of Driving Privileges

d. Placement in alternative educational setting.

[NOTE: Absences resulting from school related activities are excused and will not be considered as part of the intervention definitions above.]

Student Conduct: Disciplinary Interventions

Philosophy: Establishing a safe and productive learning environment is the primary goal of Douglas High School. The Winston-Dillard Board of Education directs the superintendent to develop rules, procedures and standards whereby students who are disruptive of the education setting receive corrective interventions. These interventions are designed to provide a balance between rewards for positive student behavior and counseling and/or punitive measures for unacceptable behavior. Parental involvement and support in matters of student discipline is an exceedingly important part of the learning process.

School staff members are in a position of authority; there should be no questioning of the staff member's right to take action in matters of student discipline. Refractory students are subject to disciplinary action including, but not limited to, detention, in-school suspension, out-of-school suspension, and expulsion. Student conduct at school sponsored activities (on or off campus) falls under the jurisdiction of board policy and school regulations.

Definitions

Detention: Detention is a short term, supervised exclusion of the student. Detentions are served at noon and after school. Students are required to bring study materials and work for the duration of the detention period. Students do have time to eat lunch after serving noon detentions. Students failing to serve detention as assigned are subject to further disciplinary action including in-school and out-of-school suspension.

In-School Suspension: In-school suspension is a short term, supervised exclusion of the student. The student and parent will be advised that in-school suspension has been assigned. Procedures and guidelines for in-school suspension include:

1. Parent/guardian notification of misconduct and suspension date.

2. The student is to report to the assistant principal on the assigned time and date of suspension.

3. The student is to work quietly and productively on school-related assignments for the duration of the suspension.

4. The student will be allowed to leave the in-school suspension area for lunch.

5. Students are expected to be cooperative and respectful at all times.

6. Students failing to serve in-school suspension as assigned are subject to further disciplinary action including out-of-school suspension (after school detention., including Friday School may be used in lieu of in-school suspension).

Friday School: Friday School is a four-hour supervised detention of a student on a day that school is not in session. Students and parents will be advised that Friday school has been assigned. It will be the students’ and parents’ responsibility to provide transportation to and from the Friday School. Procedures and guidelines are as follows:

1. Parent/guardian notification of misconduct and suspension date.

2. The student is to report to the assistant principal on the assigned time and date of the Friday School.

3. The student is to work quietly and productively on school-related assignments for the duration of the suspension or may be assigned a campus work assignment with custodial staff.

4. Students are expected to be cooperative and respectful at all times.

5. Students failing to serve Friday School as assigned are subject to further disciplinary action including out-of-school suspension and expulsion.

Out-of-School Suspension: Out-of-school suspension is a short or long term exclusion (maximum 10 days) of the student. Students suspended out of school are not permitted on campus for the duration of the suspension. Procedures and guidelines for out-of-school suspension include:

1. Specification of charges to the student.

2. An opportunity for the student to present his/her view of the alleged misconduct.

3. Parent/guardian notification of the charges, suspension, and conditions for reinstatement.

4. Exclusion of the suspended student from participation and/or attendance at school activities for the duration of the suspension.

5. In special circumstances a suspension may be continued until some specific pending action occurs, such as a physical or mental examination or incarceration by court action.

Expulsion: Expulsion is a long-term exclusion of the student, not to exceed one (1) year (see weapons policy exception). Expelled students are denied the privilege of attendance at school or school activities in the district. Procedures for student expulsion from school include:

1. Notice to the student and parent/guardian of the charge(s) and the specific facts that support the charge(s).

2. An expulsion hearing as provided for in OAR 581-021-0070.

Minor Infractions: Procedure

Minor student infractions (lack of preparation, excessive talking, etc.) are generally addressed by the individual teacher. Students demonstrating a pattern of minor infractions are subject to disciplinary action. Procedures for minor infractions include:

1st infraction. Teacher conference with student

2nd infraction. Teacher conference with student; parent contact by teacher

Subsequent infractions. Student referred to the office for intervention by an administrator or administrator designee. Administrative action will include one or more of the following: student/parent conference, disciplinary action, student may be removed from class.

Major Infractions: Procedure

Major student infractions (insubordination, fighting, illegal substance use, etc.) are to be referred immediately to an administrator. Procedures for major infractions include:

1. As appropriate, removal of student from the classroom to a secure area in the main office.

2. The teacher/staff member will forward a written referral in a timely manner.

3. Disciplinary action as appropriate. Students suspended as the result of a major infraction shall receive due process (see definitions).

Disruptive/Defiant Behavior

Insubordination: Students who willfully disobey or openly defy school authority face disciplinary action up to and including suspension (maximum 10 days) and expulsion (maximum 1 year).

DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL!

Dear: Parent/guardian and student

DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

FACULTY AND ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

DHS Telephones: Office 679-3001 * Attendance 679-3115 * Student Services 679-3011

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