Bullock County High School Student/Parent Handbook 2016 - 2017 Bullock County High School 911 Sardis Road Post Office Box 5108 Union Springs, Alabama 36089 334-738-2198 (Phone) 334-738-2606 (Fax) Derrick L. Harris, Principal Kelia Burns, Assistant Principal Equal Education Opportunity It is the policy of the Bullock County Board of Education that no student will be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, or disability.
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Bullock County High School Student/Parent Handbook
2016 - 2017
Bullock County High School 911 Sardis Road
Post Office Box 5108 Union Springs, Alabama 36089
334-738-2198 (Phone) 334-738-2606 (Fax)
Derrick L. Harris, Principal Kelia Burns, Assistant Principal
Equal Education Opportunity It is the policy of the Bullock County Board of Education that no student will be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity on the basis of sex, race, color,
creed, religion, national origin, or disability.
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BULLOCK COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
Orlando Johnson, Member Representative – District 1
Martis Penn, President
Representative – District 2
LaDerrick Caldwell, Member Representative – District 3
Bernice Lowe, Member
Representative – District 4
Evelyn Smart, Vice President Representative – District 5
ADMINISTATIVE STAFF Dr. Elliott Harris, Superintendent
Ms. Annie E. Kimber, Assistant Superintendent Cathy Smith, Superintendents Secretary
Stacey Howard Evelyn Tolliver Custodian of Funds Payroll Clerk Stephanie Etheridge Kandra McCray Accounts Payable Child Nutrition
Russ Mckinney Technology Coordinator
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Alma Mater
1st
We’re the sons and daughters of our
Dear Old Black and Gold
Here for knowledge, truth, and wisdom
As our days unfold.
CHORUS
Alma Mater, thee we honor
True and faithful be
Rally to our Black and Gold
On to victory.
2nd
Ever-striving onward, upward
Help the strong and weak
Hail to thee old B.C.H.S. And the goals we seek.
3rd
We, the loyal sons and daughters
Learn the old and new
Trusting in thy love and virtue And thy service true.
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PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Dear Parents and Students: Welcome back to school! On behalf of the Bullock County High school faculty and
staff, I would like to welcome every student and their families to another successful year.
It is our goal to educate and prepare your child for the 21st century. We believe that
every child is capable of learning and it is our duty to provide meaningful experiences to
help each one achieve their maximum potential.
We expect all students and teachers to positive, professional and productive at
all times. Staying involved in your child’s education is critical to his/her success. We
believe that parents need to stay more aware of events taking place in their child's life
more now than ever before. Communication between school and home is an important
component of academic success.
Sincerely Derrick L. Harris, M. Ed Principal
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Bullock County High School
Mission Our mission is to create a comprehensive instructional institution, which promotes positive individual growth, professional relationships, and productivity.
Vision
Educating and preparing all students for postsecondary success through a quality and comprehensive instructional program.
Motto
BE positive BE professional
BE productive in all we do!
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2016-2017 Regular Bell Schedule
Monday – Friday 7 Periods
Note: Advisory class will be on the First and Third Mondays. All other days will be designated for break.
Period Start Time End Time Length
Breakfast
Dismissal
7:30 a.m. 7:40 a.m. 10 minutes
Intervention 7:40 a.m. 8:10 a.m. 30 minutes
Transition 8:10 a.m. 8:15 a.m. 5 minutes
1st period 8:15 a.m. 9:07 a.m. 52 minutes
Transition 9:07 a.m. 9:12 a.m. 5 minutes
2nd period 9:12 a.m. 10:04 a.m. 52 minutes
Transition 10:04 a.m. 10:09 a.m. 5 minutes
3rd period 10:09 am 11:01 am 52 minutes
Transition 11:01 am 11:06 am 5 minutes
4th period 11:06 am 11:58 am 52 minutes
Transition 11:58 am 12:03 am 5 minutes
5th period 1st Lunch (12:08 -
12:28)
2nd Lunch
(12:34-12:54)
3rd Lunch
(12:58 -1:18)
12:03 pm 1:18 pm 75 minutes
Transition 1:18 p.m. 1:23 p.m. 5 minutes
6th Period 1:23 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 52 minutes
Transition 2:15 p.m. 2:20 p.m. 5 minutes
7th Period 2:20 p.m. 3:12 p.m. 52 minutes
Advisory/Break 3:12 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 18 minutes
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Calendar
First Day of School…. .......................................................... Monday, August 9th, 2016
Labor Day Holiday… ........................................................... Monday, Sept. 7th, 2016
Students are required to read and observe the rules and policies outlined in this handbook and in the Bullock County Code of Conduct. The signature on the Handbook Issue List is documentation that the student agrees to abide by the rules and policies set forth.
ACADEMICS AND ATTENDANCE
Credit will not be given for work missed due to an unexcused absence. See the Attendance section for more information regarding absences and excuses.
Credit may be denied for a course if a student has 10 or more unexcused absences.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Academic dishonesty is giving or receiving information or assistance on any graded assignment, which is understood to be an example of individual effort or representing another’s work as your own. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, copying, plagiarism, or the use of unauthorized notes, books, calculators, or other electronic devices to procure answers during a graded assignment. The academic dishonesty policy will apply to all academic disciplines, elective courses and school activities for which the student receives a grade. Students found guilty of academic dishonesty are subject to the following actions:
1st Offense: Student will receive a zero on the assignment, parent/guardian will be notified, and documentation will be placed in the student’s discipline file.
2nd Offense: Student will receive a zero on the assignment, a parent/guardian conference will be held, and documentation will be placed in the student’s discipline file.
3rd Offense: Student will receive a zero on the assignment, a parent/guardian conference will be held, documentation will be placed in the student’s discipline file, and the student will be given 3 days out of school suspension.
Acceptable Use Policy for Technology
The use of computers at Bullock County High School is a privilege afforded to our students to enrich their education and prepare them for the technology they will use both in college and the workforce after graduation. Students who abuse this privilege in any way will be barred from using the computers in the future and subject to discipline appropriate for the offense.
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Disciplinary measures can include detention hall, ISS, out of school suspension, expulsion, and/or legal charges if in violation of state and federal law.
Students are to use the computers only for educational purposes related to their classes. Things they may not use the computers for include, but are not limited to, games, chat rooms, Facebook, snap chat, YouTube, downloading any type of music, movies, videos, etc. E-mail is to be used only when supervised by a teacher for educational activities. Students are not to use the internet to access any type of pornographic sites, sites containing profanity, or other sites inappropriate for the educational setting. At no time will a student be allowed to use a faculty member's log in for any reason. Students are required to read, sign and follow the Bullock County Schools Internet Use Policy.
Alteration or unauthorized access of any teacher computer or computer records is a violation of the honor code and will be dealt with according to procedures outlined in the Bullock County Code of Conduct and Board Policy.
ALCOHOL
Possessing, using or being under the influence of alcoholic beverages at school or school sponsored events is a Type III offense. Violation will result in immediate suspension and a referral to the Disciplinary Review Committee.
ASSEMBLIES
Assemblies are a regularly scheduled part of the curriculum and are designed to be educational as well as entertaining experiences. Assemblies provide opportunities to learn formal audience behavior. Regardless of the type of program, courtesy demands that the audience be respectful. Talking, whispering, stamping of feet, and booing are discourteous and unacceptable for assemblies. Yelling is appropriate only at pep rallies. Students are to sit with their teachers for all assemblies unless exceptions are announced for specific assemblies.
ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES PROCEDURES
All students between the ages of 6-17 are required by law to enter school on the opening date and to be in regular attendance. Attendance is the responsibility of the parent/guardian and the student. Students who are under expulsion from another school are not eligible for enrollment in the Bullock County School System.
A student must deliver a written explanation (place in Absentee Box in front office) for the absence signed by a parent/ guardian or a doctor’s excuse within 3 days of returning to school for the absence to be excused. After
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three days the absence will be unexcused. Excused absences include personal illnesses, emergencies, death in the immediate family, court subpoena, board approved religious holidays, legal quarantine, and school-sponsored functions. All other absences will be counted as unexcused. Out of school suspensions are unexcused absences. Any student with five unexcused absences will be referred to the System's attendance officer for referral to Juvenile Court for Early warning. Credit cannot be given for make-up of missed assignments or tests until the absence is excused.
Parent note must be written on a full sheet of paper and must contain the following information:
1. The reason for the absence.
2. Date of the absence/absences.
3. Phone number where parent/guardian may be reached.
4. Dated and signed by the parent/guardian.
Students arriving after attendance has been taken during 1st period must report to the office to check-in. Students may submit parent documentation to excuse up to 5 absences per semester: this includes checking in and out of school for more than 30 minutes of a period. If a student misses more than 5 times per semester due to illness, he/she must provide an excuse from a doctor showing medical treatment was received on the date of the absence in order for the excessive absences to be excused. Students with special circumstances (chronic illness, accidents, etc.) may appeal to the school administration for special consideration.
Students, age 18 or older, accumulating at least 15 unexcused absences (consecutive or cumulative) in a semester will be withdrawn school.
Students are expected to schedule out-of-town trips and other activities during pre-set vacation periods and holidays on the BCSD academic calendar.
Even if administrative approval is given for an absence, the number of days is counted in the maximum of four allowable absences. No fax excuses will be accepted and no faxes will be accepted for check-in or check-out notes.
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ATHELETICS ELIGIBILITY
In order for any student to be eligible to become a student athlete at BCHS, he/she must have passed at least six (6) courses with 70.00 average minimum adopted by Alabama High School Athletic Association. Four (4) of the six (6) courses passed must be designated as academic core courses.
ATHELETIC CONTEST
Students will conduct themselves in a respectful manner at all times while attending athletic contests on or off the campus of Bullock County High School. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action being taken. Athlete(s) who are ejected during any athletic contest will be reprimanded from the principal’s office.
§ First Offense-Athlete(s) will write a letter of apology to the official who officiated the game and also to the coaches and players of the opposing team. This must be done within five (5) school days or the athlete(s) will not be allowed to participate in future athletic contests at BCHS.
§ Second Offense-After following guidelines in first offense, athlete(s) will be automatically suspended for one (1) game.
§ Third Offense –Athlete(s) will be suspended from the athletic team on which he/she is playing and will not be allowed to represent BCHS in future athletic contests for one year from the date of the first offense.
AUTOMOBILE-USE and PARKING
Driving a vehicle to school and parking a vehicle on school campus is a privilege granted by the Board of Education and school officials. This privilege is subject to suspension or revocation when any student is in violation of driving and parking regulations. Unauthorized, unregistered, and/or illegally parked automobiles, trucks, or motorcycles are subject to be towed at the owner’s expense. At dismissal of school, students are expected to enter their vehicles and immediately leave campus. Refusal to leave will be considered at act of defiance. Students driving automobiles, trucks, or motorcycles to school must register them. The following procedure will be followed:
1. License, insurance and $10.00 are required to be provided to the appropriate school official before parking will be allowed.
2. A window decal will be issued and must be displayed if the vehicle is parked on campus.
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3. Automobiles and motorcycles must be parked in appropriately designated and marked spaces.
4. Students may not sit, lean, or stand on vehicles. 5. Students may not form or establish groups in parking lots. 6. If a vehicle is barred from campus, the vehicle cannot be driven and/or
parked in surrounding vicinity. 7. Students returning to their automobiles during the school day will
result in disciplinary action. 8. The use of one’s vehicle to skip school will result in the following
disciplinary actions:
Ø 1st Offense- Two (2) weeks loss of driving and parking privileges plus normal penalty for skipping.
Ø 2nd Offense- One (1) month loss of driving and parking privileges plus normal penalty for skipping.
Ø 3rd Offense- Loss of driving and parking privileges for the reminder of the school term plus normal penalty for skipping.
9. The use of one’s vehicle to transport another student or other students to skip school will result in the loss of driving and parking privileges for the reminder of the school term plus the normal penalty for skipping school for all students involved.
Parking Violations The Parking Lot will be monitored during the day. Automobiles are subject to search when school officials have reasonable grounds to do so. The following parking violations will result if:
1) Vehicle is parked in an unauthorized parking place (handicapped space, reserved spaces, parking on the grass, parking in the fire lane). Excessive violations will result in the car being barred from campus. The car may be towed at the owner’s expense.
2) Vehicle is not properly registered or illegally parked. a. 1st Offense-Warning ticket and $20.00 fine. b. 2nd Offense- May result in the vehicle being towed from campus
at owner’s expense and driving privileges revoked for two (2) weeks.
c. 3rd Offense-Vehicle towed at owner’s expense and driving privileges revoked for one (1) month.
d. 4th Offense-Vehicle towed at owner’s expense and loss of driving privileges for the remainder of the school term.
e. NO student may park in the faculty parking lot or other reserved area.
BOOK BAGS
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It is the purpose of the Bullock County Board of Education in the matter of student safety to avoid the opportunity for students to bring weapons to school in book bags. Therefore, all book bags must be made of transparent materials (see through book bags/plastic or mesh).
BULLYING AND HARASSMENT
Bullying is the act of one or more individuals intimidating, threatening, ridiculing, humiliating, frightening or causing increased anxiety to one or more individuals through verbal, written, electronic or physical interactions or behaviors. Bullying or any form of harassment will not be tolerated at Bullock County High School or any school-related events (Alabama State Code). If a student is bullied or harassed, they should report the incident to Mr. Harris, Mrs. Browder, or Ms. Smart. Students should fill out a Bullying and Harassment Form, which can be found in the main office and on the school website, and return it to an administrator. An investigation will take place promptly and a determination of any disciplinary action will be made.
BUS REGUALTIONS
Riding a bus is a privilege, which will be taken away from students who fail to obey the bus driver or school regulations. Students must follow all school regulations when on school buses, waiting for school buses, or leaving school buses. Students who fail to follow school rules will be suspended from the bus for a specified period of not less than 3 days beginning with the first offense.
Carnegie Units Required to Move to Grades 9-12
Ninth to Tenth Grade 6 Carnegie Units Tenth to Eleventh Grade 12 Carnegie Units Eleventh to Twelfth 18 Carnegie Units Graduation 24 Carnegie Units
CHANGE of ADDRESS
Students are required to inform the school registrar if a change of address, telephone number or other student information occurs during the school year. Students must have a phone number on file where parents or guardians can be reached during the day.
CHECK IN and CHECK OUT PROCEDURES
Checking In Any student who arrives at school after 7:45 a.m. should go to the office to check in. Unexcused check-ins will be counted as tardies for disciplinary
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purposes. A student will only receive a excused checking for a late bus or parent sign him or her in. All students arriving at 8:00 a.m. or later will have to contact a parent/guardian. Students will then be given a pass to class. These tardies will be recorded in the office. It is not necessary for teachers to require these students to sign the tardy sheet. Make-up work will be allowed with an excused check-in. Students who drive to school will be allowed three (3) unexcused check-ins per semester. Disciplinary action, in the form of the loss of parking privileges, will result and will be implemented as follows: 4 Check-ins Mandatory Parent Conference
5 Check-ins 5 Day Parking Suspension 10Check-ins 10 Day Parking Suspension 15 Check-ins Parking Suspension for the remainder of
the semester
Checking Out Students will be allowed three checkouts per semester before a parent conference is held. Parents will be required to physically come to the school and check out their child. Telephone calls or faxes are not permitted to grant permission to check out. If a student is planning on participating in an extracurricular activity, he/she must be present at school that day. No late check-ins. This rule also applies to tryouts. Students will not be allowed to check out of school for lunch and then return to school. All parents checking in and out students will be positively identified by Driver’s License or Non – Driver’s License.
CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE
Classroom teachers will deal with classroom behavior by taking appropriate in-class disciplinary action. If the inappropriate behavior continues or the class is disrupted by the behavior, the student will be referred to an administrator.
CLASSROOM TARDIES
First Tardy Warning and student signs the tardy log Second Tardy Parent Notification and student signs the tardy log Third Tardy Parent Conference
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Fourth Tardy Office Referral (one day in OSS) Fifth Tardy (2) days out of school suspension Promptness to class is very important. Students are to be in their seats and ready to work when the tardy bell rings. The first and/or second tardy each nine (9) weeks will result in disciplinary action determined by the teacher. On the students third tardy, the student is automatically given a disciplinary referral to an administrator’s office. Instructor should retain all documented tardies unless requested by administrator. In changing classes, students will have 5 minutes to use the restroom and to get to their designate class. Students have only 3 scheduled locker breaks students should not be at their locker at any other time. Students will no longer congregate outside during the changing of class. Students who report to the Gym, Band, ROTC, and Welding for class will have specified exit and entry doors. Please note:
Exit Door
Entry Door Gym
300 doors 300 doors
Band Main Office back door Main Office back door
JROTC & Welding 100 door by Science Lab 100 door by Science Lab
CTC Doors by Main Office
COURSE WEIGHT FOR SELECTED COURSES
Honors English, Algebra II with Trig, Advanced Math/Pre – Cal, Chemistry, Physics, AP Biology, AP US History 11, AP Cal., Spanish I and Spanish II will carry a course of 1.10. All other regular education courses in grade 9-12 have a weight of 1.00.
CREDIT ADVANCEMENT
A student may request to take an End – of – Course Assessment covering all of the standards of the course. A mastery score of 90 or above must be obtained to receive credit for the course through Credit Advancement, and this score will be included in the student’s overall Grade Point Average. For a student to be eligible for Credit Advancement he/she must:
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• Be recommended by a current or former teacher of the subject/course being considered for Credit Advancement
• Have criterion-referenced or norm-referenced test scores that support an above grade-level proficiency of content in the subject/course being considered for Credit Advancement
• Complete a Request for Credit Advancement form, signed by the parent or guardian, the high school guidance counselor and the high school principal
CREDIT RECOVERY
The COMPASS LEARNING and ACCESS Programs will be used for students to make up courses where credit has been lost, denied, or the student failed the course with a baseline average of 40-59 on a 100-point scale. The Credit Recovery Program can be used to help students graduate with their class according to when the student entered the 9th grade. Credit Recovery classes will be held during school and afterschool. Students must complete an application to request placement in a Credit Recovery Program. The student and parent/guardian must sign the application to consent to placement in the program and to acknowledge agreement with the terms of admission and program requirements. Students may be removed from a Credit Recovery Program at the discretion of the administrator supervising the program for circumstances involving serious or repeated misbehavior, failure to adhere to program attendance requirements, or failure to make adequate progress towards meeting remediation requirements. The student must complete his or her individual remediation plan within the published operating dates and hours of the Credit Recovery Program. Students may attempt to recover multiple credits, but one credit must be completed before attempting the next. Students will be released from the Credit Recovery Program upon successful completion of individual remediation plans regardless of the number of hours of instruction. A maximum grade of 70 may be awarded in a Credit Recovery course.
Ø The Credit Recovery grade will be calculated as an average of the failed grade with the Credit Recovery grade, up to a 70 average
Ø Grade forgiveness will be used, whereby the original failing grade is replaced by the Credit Recovery grade for computing grade-point averages
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CUMULATIVE RECORD/TRANSCRIPTS
The school will furnish transcripts upon written request. Students who are transferring from Bullock County High School to another high school will not pay a fee for the processing of records. All other transcripts requests will require a fee of $5.00 per copy (effective 8/9/2016), cash, money order or checks, which must be paid prior to processing this request. Please allow three (3) to five (5) working days for receipt of request for processing transcript requests. Official transcripts must be mailed directly to a school or employer and will not be given to the student for hand delivery. Transcripts are not faxed. Unofficial transcripts will be marked as such and may be given to the individual.
DISTRIBUTION OF LITERATURE
Leaflets, pamphlets, or handouts that are not school sponsored may not be posted or distributed on campus without the permission of the principal.
DRESS CODE
All students of the Bullock County School District are encouraged to observe a standard of grooming and dress consistent with the level of formality of the school situation. School is a working and learning environment. The Board and administration, therefore, believe students and parents should use good judgment and reasoning in their choice of dress while attending school. With the maturation differences among students being great, clothing on one student may be appropriate while on another it may not be appropriate. Accordingly, clothing must be in good taste for age and maturity of the student, safe, and not a distraction to others.
The “4 inch Rule” Description... when a student is standing up straight with arms and hands straight down, the hem of the garment should be no higher than 4 inches from the top of the knee cap the perimeter of the legs when measured by a ruler.
SEE NEXT PAGE FOR A DETAILED DRESS CODE POLICY
Bullock County High School Dress Code
Grades 9-12 Bottoms o Solid black or khaki pants, skirts, or knee shorts.
(the same colors may be worn in corduroy) o ABSOLUTELY NO SAGGING PANTS o Pant must have loops for a belt. o No drawstring pants! o Belts must be worn with all pants and shorts o Shorts and skirts must be to the knee and splits in
skirts/jumpers must not exceed 4 inches from the knee
o No sweatpants o No wind suits o No jogging or sweat pants! o No denim! (Black, Blue, Brown) o Pants/shorts must be worn at the waist o No ripped jeans! o No tights worn by themselves or under dresses Tops o Small logos can be worn. o All shirts must tucked in and grade level o Freshmen – White o Sophomores: Gray o Juniors- Black o Seniors – Gold o Types of shirts to be worn:
§ Polo § Pullover § Turtleneck § Button down blouse or shirt
o No oversized tops o No sweatshirts o No see through blouse or shirt! o No low cut o No sleeveless o No midriff Outerwear o Sweaters or Vests
§ Solid and according to grade level § Pullover must be worn with polo shirt § V-Neck § Button down § Sweatshirts and wind suits tops will not
be accepted Undershirts
o Black, White, Gold, Gray Shoes o Any color athletic shoes o Accents of the shoes must be school colors o No Sandals o No stick-ins
o No Flip Flap or house Shoes o No high heels! Earrings
o Male students will not wear earrings. No exception!
o Female will not wear oversized earrings. Belts
o Must be black or brown. No other color will be allowed.
School Sponsored T-Shirts
o Will be only worn on Fridays or designated day approved by administration. NO Exception!
Other o Hats, caps, sunglasses, headscarves,
headbands, wave caps and any other head coverings are prohibited.
o Combs, picks, brushes, and hair rollers.
o No earplugs, ear bugs or headsets (Beats by Dre)
o NO grillz to be worn in your mouth. o Head sponges are not permitted on
campus o All above items will be confiscated
after one warning!
Dress Code Violations The following consequences will be followed when a student violate the dress code policy.
o 1st Offense: Verbal warning and must be in approved school uniform by 2nd period
o 2nd Offense: Mandatory parent conference
o 3rd Offense: One (1) day Out of School Suspension
o 4th Offense: Two (2) days Out of School Suspension
Time missed from class(es) will be
unexcused.
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SHORT TERM EXEMPTION: Parents have ten (10) school days to comply with dress code. This applies to students who are transferring into the system from other areas. LONG TERM EXEMPTION: Compliance is twenty (20) school days for hardships such as fire, loss of income, etc. A student in violation of dress code will be asked to correct the problem immediately. If the student does not correct the problem immediately, the action will be considered defiance of board of education employee’s reasonable directives. At that time appropriate disciplinary actions will take place according to the Code of Student Conduct. If dress code violation requires a change of clothing, the student will have permission to call from the school office to get appropriate clothing. Time missed from class(es) will be unexcused. Loss of credit in a class can occur because of dress code violation. Repeated violations will be considered as defiance of board of education employee’s reasonable directive.
DIPLOMAS
The following diploma requirements are in effect:
• Standard Diploma – The diploma presently in use will be awarded to students who complete the State Board of Education requirements established for the Standard Diploma.
• Advanced Academic Endorsement – The diploma presently in use has the addition of a seal indicating that it is an Advanced Diploma and will be awarded to students who complete the requirements established for the Advanced Diploma. In addition, it is required that all students will have an Online Experience. An Online Experience for this purpose is defined as a structured learning environment that utilized technology-consistently and regularly- with Internet/Internet-based tools and resources as the delivery method for instruction, research, assessment, and communication.
FILE: IHA DRUGS
Possession, use, sale and/or distribution of drugs (including prescription drugs) or alcohol is a Type III offense and will result in suspension and a hearing. Law enforcement officers, canine units, and administrators will conduct periodic searches of all school facilities including the parking lots.
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EXAMINATION
Final examinations will be given at the end of each semester. Examination schedules will be announced and posted in advance. Parents are asked to notify the school before exams if a student is ill and unable to take the examination. A doctor’s note will be required before a final exam can be given if a student misses the exam due to illness.
FINAL EXAMINATION EXEMPTION
Students in the 11th grade and 12th grades maybe exempt from their Final Examinations pending the following criteria.
§ Student must have an 85 average per 9 weeks § Student must register and take either the ACT 1st or 2nd
Semester § The ACT must be taken the semester the student wants to
be exempt § If the student meets the criteria, the teacher will average
both 1st and 2nd or 3rd and 4th 9 weeks to get an average to input as a Final Examination grade
GRADING SYSTEM
Philosophy In the opinion of the Board, grades should primarily represent student achievement, not merely be a composition of qualities such as effort, preparation, application or attitude. The Board also recognizes, however, that those factors do influence the learning process and the judgment and decision of teachers in his/her regard shall be respected. Each secondary teacher will use the following grading system to determine the comparative value of individual grades on tests (50% of grade), quizzes, research papers/projects (30% of grade), homework (10% of grade), and other learning/evaluating exercises (10% of grade). Teachers will not use school grades as punishment for misbehavior. Teachers will ensure a minimum of nine (9) grades is recorded in their grade book and INOW per nine (9) weeks. Of those nine (9) grades, a minimum of three (3) will consist of tests, a minimum of two (2) will consist of quizzes, research papers/projects, a minimum of two (2) will consist of homework, and a minimum of two (2) will consist of other learning evaluation exercise.
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School Grading System Grade Range A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F Below 60 Secondary teachers who have students with an average of 62 or below on any progress or nine week grade report will refer those students to the Response to Intervention (RTI). The RTI will assist the student with an individual intervention plan that will set goals and benchmarks for student improvement. At the elementary level, both parent conferences and quarterly narrative reports are integral parts of the grading system. For each scholastic year, a combination of parent conferences and narrative reports will be utilized. If a parent has a legitimate reason for not attending a parent-teacher conference, a narrative report should be sent home. If a parent deliberately misses a schedule conference with no legitimate reason, the teacher will consider his/her obligation to that parent completed.
Page 1 of 2 Conferences and progress reports are intended for the benefit of the student. Therefore, in order to be as beneficial as possible, such parent-teacher conferences and related narrative progress reports shall provide as much detailed information as is necessary.
Page 2 of 2 REVISED: August 3, 2011 ADOPTED: July 10, 2008
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
All students entering the 9th grade will be required to complete course requirements specified by the Alabama State Board of Education resolution of July 17, 1995 and the Bullock County Board of Education.
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GUIDANCE and COUNSELING
The professional staff of the Guidance and Counseling Department provides two main areas of service to the students and staff of Bullock County High School. Guidance is provided to students in the areas of curriculum selection and vocational and educational information services. Counseling is provided for students on a referral basis. Students may be referred for counseling by the administration, teachers, parent or guardians, or by the students themselves. Students are encouraged to request appointments in the Guidance Office when necessary.
EARLY RELEASE
Students are required by state law to attend school full time for 180 days of the year. Only students who are dually enrolled in a post-secondary institution, have applied for community service, or are employed and receive Co-Op credit qualify for early release.
ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES
The display of and/or use of wireless communication devices or any use of other electronic communications devices used by students for non-instructional purposes is prohibited on Bullock County High School campus during regular school day instructional hours. If a violation occurs, the device will be confiscated and consequences will be imposed accordingly, as indicated by the school administrator. The Board assumes no responsibility for theft, loss, or damage to any personal/wireless communication device. The principal or her designee may approve the use of such devices during medical emergencies, natural disasters, after regular school hours, at events or under circumstances in which the use of the devices serves safety and convenience without disrupting academic or school operations. Use of electronic equipment, such as wireless laptops, distributed by the school system for instructional purposes is allowed.
Teachers may choose to allow students to use electronic devices for instructional purposes while in the classroom. This is left to the discretion of each individual teacher, and students must obey the policy set forth in each classroom. Students may not wear headphones in the hallway as this presents a safety concern.
The following disciplinary action will be taken if a student violates the electronics policy:
1st Offense: Device given to parent/guardian one day after it is taken up.
2nd Offense: Device kept for 10 school days, then returned to parent/guardian
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3rd Offense: Device kept for remainder of term, and then returned to parent/guardian.
The school will not be responsible for phones not picked up by the end of the school year.
EXEMPTION FROM EXAMS
No exemptions are given for end-of-course, semester, or term exams.
Extracurricular Activities
1. Students may serve as an officer in a total of three (3) clubs or organizations per school year. Students, however, may participate in as many clubs or organizations as they choose.
2. Students may serve as a student council officer or as a class officer, but not both in the same school year.
3. Students who have been president of their class may not be president again until their senior year.
4. Only enrolled BCHS students are allowed to participate in BCHS clubs and extracurricular activities.
FIGHTING
Any physical confrontation between two or more individuals will not be tolerated at Bullock County High School (BCHS) or any school sponsored activity.
Fighting is a Type II violation of the behavior standards set forth by Bullock County Schools. Participation or involvement in fighting in any manner can lead to any appropriate administrative response for a Type II violation as outlined in the Code of Conduct which includes, but is not limited to, out of school suspension, in-school suspension, detention, and/or involvement of law enforcement.
FOOD ON CAMPUS
Candy, food, drinks, gum and other consumable items are not allowed anywhere on campus except the cafeteria or approved by teacher, sponsor or coach. Students cannot have meals from restaurants delivered to campus and school personnel will not accept these for delivery. All students must report to the cafeteria with their teacher and during their designated lunchtime. Students accepting food deliveries in the parking lots will have their food confiscated, and will be subject to disciplinary action.
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GRADUATION PROCEDURES
Ten days prior to graduation all items must be cleared: Finance, Uniforms, Books, and Clearing Teachers.
Books: Textbooks, library books, (Students are required to pay for all lost or damaged books). Finance: All graduation expenses will be the responsibility of the graduation class-classification, printing of the program, floral arrangements, diplomas, diploma covers, honor cords, program covers, setting up the PA system, telephone calls, and any other expenses which might occur due to graduation. Clearing of Teachers: Passing grades, total required units (24), uniforms, electronic devices, etc. Procedures: Graduating Seniors MUST attend Graduation Practice. Practice will be held the week of Graduation.
FUNDRASISING POLICY
The solicitation, sale or distribution of any materials (including food items) or services on school property by individuals or by school organizations is prohibited without prior approval of the principal. The sponsor of a school organization must submit a request for fundraising form to the principal before any school-sanctioned sales can begin.
GAMBLING
All forms of gambling such as “flipping”, shooting dice, matching coins, card playing, betting pools, etc., are prohibited, and can result in immediate suspension from school.
HONOR GRADUATES
Following are the criteria for determining who may be eligible as “Honor Graduates” in the schools of the school district: Ø The candidates must have a cumulative (9-12) grade point average of
3.0 or above. Ø In determining the overall grade average for “Honor Graduates” all
final course grades through the third (3rd) nine weeks of the senior year will be averaged (grade averages shall be carried two (2) places to the right of the decimal point and if the last number is five (5) or more, the preceding number is raised to the next highest number).
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Ø The candidates must meet any additional requirements that may be approved by the high schools.
Ø Transfer students must have completed at least two (2) full semesters at BCHS prior to the senior year to be considered for the Valedictorian or Salutatorian.
Criteria for Valedictorian, Salutatorian and Honor Graduates
The following are the criteria for determining who may be eligible for valedictorian and salutatorian in the schools of the School System:
1. The student with the highest numerical grade average who
qualifies for the Alabama High School Diploma with Advanced Endorsement shall be the class valedictorian. The student with the second highest numerical grade average who qualifies for the Alabama High School Diploma with Advanced Endorsement shall be the class salutatorian. In the case of a tie (after carrying the grade average out 4 decimal places and rounding off to 3 places),students having the same average will be recognized as co‐valedictorians or co‐salutatorians. The Advanced Endorsement means that a student has taken all advanced or higher level courses.
2. In calculating the numerical grade average, all semester grades will be
used.
3. Advanced Placement (AP) grades will be weighted by adding 10 points to each semester grade earned in an AP class. In the case of a transfer student who has AP grades, only those courses recognized as AP by The College Board will be weighted.
4. The candidates for valedictorian and salutatorian must have been
enrolled at the high school for one full school year prior to the date of their graduation. The candidates for other end‐of‐year honors must have been enrolled prior to the beginning of the second semester of the senior year.
5. The numerical grade average for the candidates shall be
computed on course work taken beginning with the freshman year through the second semester of the senior year.
6. If letter grades are present on a candidate’s transcript, the
candidate must have the respective school(s) attended submit the grades in numerical form. If school officials of the school the student attended cannot or will not convert the letter grades to numerical grades, the letter grades will be transposed to numerical grades as follows:
A+=99 B+=89 C+=79 D+=69 F=55A =95 B=85 C=75 D=65
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A-=90 B-=80 C-=70 D-=60
7. Any extraordinary situations or circumstances that may arise will be resolved by the school principal in consultation with the Superintendent or designee.
Honor Graduates Selection Criteria
The honor graduates shall be graduating seniors who have pursued the Alabama High School Diploma with Advanced Endorsements, all courses required for graduation, and who have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on a 4‐point scale) on all courses taken during the freshman year through the second semester of the senior year. Advanced Placement (AP) courses (approved by The College Board) will be weighted when calculating grade point averages in the following manner: A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2.
REFERENCE(S): CODEOFALABAMA
16-8-8 HISTORY: ADOPTED:TBA
REVISED:________
IMMUNIZATION
All students are required by law to have a non-expired Alabama certificate of immunization, which must be updated during the entire enrollment at BCHS. Students will be sent home until immunizations are current.
INAPPROPRIATE DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
Kissing and prolonged embraces are inappropriate behavior on campus and at school sponsored activities.
INAPPROPRIATE LANGUAGE
Inappropriate language (obscenities, profanity, disrespectful remarks, etc.) is not allowed and will result in assignment to classroom detention, ISS, or OSS.
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IN SCHOOL (ISS) & OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION (OSS)
A student may temporarily be denied attendance in regular classes for disciplinary purposes. A student assigned to In School Suspension (ISS) will continue to come to school and receive credit for completed assigned work; however, he/she will be isolated from the school’s student population. A student in ISS may not attend or participate in school activities until the assignment to ISS is completed. ISS is held from 7:40 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. daily.
Students will be provided a statement of rules and policies for ISS at the time they sign in. Students who do not observe these rules will receive additional days in ISS or may be given OSS until they can come back to school to serve their originally assigned ISS days. After a student's third assignment to ISS, a hearing may be held to consider alternative school placement for future offenses.
A student may be temporarily denied attendance at school, Out of School Suspension (OSS), for disciplinary purposes. A suspended student will not attend school or any school related activities on a day for which he/she is suspended. Any violation of this rule results in an additional day of suspension. He/she will not return to regular classes on the day of the suspension but will leave the school only when the parent or proper authority assumes responsibility for the student. OSS is an unexcused absence, and zeros are given for all work missed.
LIBRARY REGULATIONS
The school library media center has been designed with the student in mind. The resources of the library media center are for the students. Feel free to make any suggestions for the improvement of the library. The following reminders have been re-stated for your benefit:
v Books are checked-out for a two-week period but may be renewed for another two-week period.
v Return books on or before the date due. v Overdue books will be attended at once. An overdue notice will first
be sent to your teacher. If necessary your parent will be notified. v A fine of .25 cents will be charged for each day that a book is overdue. v If a library book is not returned, students will be placed on the lost
textbook list. v Books that are damaged can be costly.
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v Under no circumstances are books to be taken from the library without being scanned or checked-out.
v If a page is torn, please do not mend it yourself. Please show it to the School Librarian.
v Please do not re-shelve books or materials. v In order to be recognized, please raise hand. v Hands are expected to be clean when handling books. v No chewing gum, candy, food, or drinks are allowed in the library
media center. v The library media center is a place of quiet. When a class is in session
in the library and reference people are working, this is the time that talking and whispering are not allowed.
v Always leave the tables and chairs as they were found. v No teasing, cursing, or horse playing in the library. Keep your hands
to yourself. v Please treat books with care. Respect each one as if it were yours to
keep for a lifetime. v Students should be on their best behavior in the library.
Lockers will be sold for $5.00 per year. Students are expected to purchase lockers through the principal’s office. Only one student may occupy a rented locker. Any damage to lockers will be the responsibility of the person who purchased the locker. Students are responsible for purchasing a lock in order to secure property and possessions. Unauthorized use of a school locker will result in confiscated items. P.E. lockers are for athletic equipment only and are not accessible during class time. Students cannot go to lockers during lunch waves. The school does not supply student lockers for illicit use, such as harboring pilfered property, weapons, or harmful substances. The Bullock County Board of Education deems it a proper function of school authorities to inspect the lockers under their control and to prevent inappropriate use. Periodic searches may be conducted. If possible, students will be contacted and requested to be present if lockers are to be opened. However, if there is a probable cause or the student cannot be contacted, a search may be conducted without the student present.
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MAKE-UP WORK The following procedures for making up missed tests or work shall be observed:
1. A student shall have the opportunity to make-up tests or work that occurred during an excused absence. Makeup work must be completed as soon as possible after returning to school.
2. Students will be allowed to take a make-up semester exam only if the
student has a doctor’s excused medical absence or principal’s approval.
3. All make-up work must be completed before or after school hours. In such cases, a day’s notice shall be given the student to arrange transportation. The student is responsible for scheduling their transportation.
4. Calls to the school to request make-up work for absent students must
be received before 8:30 a.m. so teachers will have time to prepare the assignments. Assignments may be requested by telephone only for a student who has been absent for more then two days. Materials requested in this manner should be picked up in the office between 2:30-3:00 p.m.
5. It is the responsibility of the student or student’s parents or guardian
to arrange make-up work with each teacher. If the absence occurs the day the examination or work is due, the student is expected to be prepared the day the student returns unless other arrangements have been made or there are extenuating circumstances. Make-up work is the student’s responsibility. It is NOT the teacher’s responsibility to give make-up work unless requested by the student.
6. All make-up work must be completed before the first day of the exams,
including vocation/career technical feeder school exams.
Medications
Students needing to take over-the-counter or prescription medication during the school day must follow the guidelines outlined in the Pupil Progression Plan on pages 52-53 and turn in any necessary forms. Students may not be in possession of unauthorized medications during the school day.
Moment of Silence and Pledge
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State law requires a moment of silence and the Pledge of Allegiance. Students are required to respect the dignity of these activities and not be disruptive.
Notice for admission To the Gifted Program
Gifted students are those who perform at or who have demonstrated the potential to perform at high levels in academic or creative fields when compared to others of their age, experience, or environment. These students require services not ordinarily provided by the regular school program. Students possessing these abilities can be found in all populations, across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor. Teachers, counselors, administrators, parents, or guardians, peers, self, or any other individuals with knowledge of the student’s abilities may refer a student. Additionally, all second grade students will be observed as potential gifted referrals using a gifted behavior checklist. For each student referred, information is entered on a matrix where points are assigned according to established criteria. The total number of points earned determines if the student qualifies for gifted services. To make a referral, contact the principal or school counselor at your child’s school.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent Teacher conferences may be arranged with individual teachers or through the counseling office. Parent conferences will also be held prior to PTO meetings.
No Pass – No Play Policy
All students who participate in extra-curricular activities at Bullock County High School must have passed at least six courses with a 70.00 minimum. Four of the six courses passed must be designated as an academic core course.
PICK UP / DROP OFF TIME
Students should arrive no earlier than 7:00 a.m. and should leave no later than 3:45 p.m. unless they are participating in an approved activity.
PRIVACY ACT
The parents or guardians of students under the age of 18 have the right to request to see their child’s records. Students 18 years old or older may
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request to see their school records. The school must have a signed statement from the student or his/her parent before a transcript will be sent to an employer, a college admission office, etc.
PROMATION to NEXT GRADE (Grades 9-12)
The final passing grades for 9th thru 12th grade courses shall be determined by averaging; 1st semester: 1st & 2nd nine week grades plus semester examination 2nd semester: 3rd & 4th nine week plus semester examination, each to be divided by 3 to get a final grade. Students have the opportunity to earn seven (7) units per year in grades 9-12. The final yearly grade will determine if a student passes or fails or is to be awarded or not awarded a Carnegie Unit.
PROHIBITED AREAS
Other school campuses are off limits to BCHS students during regular school hours. Teacher workrooms, athletic fields, tennis courts, parking lots, and the areas adjacent to the baseball field are off limits during the school day except for the classes or teams using these areas at the direction of a teacher. The tennis courts and adjoining property by the school system central office are school property, and all school rules apply in these areas. These areas are off limits to students during school hours. Students cannot leave campus without permission from the office. Students may not go into classroom buildings, breezeways, the courtyard, or gyms during lunch period.
PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
A student will not have any of the listed items in his/her possession, in lockers, or automobiles while on campus or at school activities. The items will be taken from the student by administrators or faculty members, and appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken. Items will be returned only to parents or guardians. The school will not be responsible for any items not picked up within 30 days. Illegal items will be given to the appropriate law enforcement officials.
Prohibited articles include, but are not limited to, the following:
2. Tobacco products and related items such as lighters.
3. Any illegal drug or drug paraphernalia, or prescription or over-the-counterdrug.
4. Any type of weapon or instrument to be used as a weapon. This includes, but is not limited to firearms, knives, brass knuckles, razor blades, utility knives, and ammunition.
5. Any article such as a water pistol, dart gun, replica of a weapon, Taser, mace or pepper sprays. All pyrotechnic devices, including, but not limited to fireworks, smoke or odor bombs/capsules and chemical sprays.
6. Cards, gaming and/or gambling equipment.
7. Spray paint, paint balls, paint ball guns.
8. Using skates and scooters.
RESIDENCY
All students are required to furnish proof of residency within the school district annually prior to the start of the school year. Students will not be allowed to attend Bullock County High until this information is provided.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Schedule changes are made only with the approval of a counselor or administrator. If a student transfers into a new class because of a schedule change, the absences, tardies and grades recorded in the previous class will transfer with the student to the new class. Schedules will not be changed for students who have received an FX in a class.
SCHOOL PARTICIPATION /ABSENCES
Students who are away from school because of participation in official school-sponsored activities shall be marked present and allowed to make up missed work.
Students who are absent from school for an excused or unexcused reason for any portion of a day, except with prior permission of the principal, shall not be allowed to participate in any school extracurricular or co-curricular activities that day (athletic contests, cheerleading, band, etc.)
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Students must be in school all day to participate in extra-curricular activities/sports/etc. No student checking in will be allowed to participate in extra-curricular activities. Permission may be given only by the principal and must be requested in advance.
SEARCH and SEIZURE
The faculty and staff reserve the right to search or request appropriate authorities to search any student, locker, desk, automobile, or student possession based upon reasonable grounds for believing that something contrary to school rules or detrimental to the student or others is present. Prohibited items will be confiscated as evidence of rules violations.
SEXUAL HARRASSMENT
Sexual harassment is illegal and will not be tolerated. Sexual harassment includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal, written or physical conduct of a sexual nature, which creates an intimidating, hostile or otherwise offensive environment in the school. A student who believes he or she is being subjected to any form of sexual harassment should immediately report the matter to Mr. Harris, Mrs. Browder, or Ms. Smart who will conduct an official investigation. Results of the investigation will be provided to the Principal to determine if further action is needed.
SKIPPING CLASS
Skipping class is an unexcused absence, and the student will receive a zero for all work missed. Additional disciplinary measures will also be assigned as deemed appropriate by school officials. Students may not leave at anytime during the school day once they have arrived on campus unless they have checked out through the office or have an early dismissal pass in their possession.
SMOKING/POSSESSION of TOBACCO
Students who possess, smoke or use tobacco products, or any tobacco related paraphernalia (including but not limited to lighters, matches, and e-cigarettes) in any form will receive disciplinary action.
Student Code of Conduct
Students and parents/guardians are required to sign the Student Code of Conduct acknowledgement form and return it to the student’s first period teacher within five days of the start of school year or the student will not be allowed to attend Auburn High. All rules and regulations outlined in the
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Bullock County Schools’ Student Code of Conduct apply to Bullock County High School.
SUMMER SCHOOL
Students in the 9th through the 12th grade may attend summer school when approved by the local principal to make up course work. Required courses will not be available to a student enrolled in a summer school program unless: That student has failed the course(s), and/or it is necessary that the course, which is part of the student’s approved program of study, be taken during the summer in order for the student to take another course during the regular scholastic year(s).
TEACHER ASSUALT
A person commits the crime of assault in the second degree (Class C felony) if the person assaults with intent to cause serious physical injury to a teacher or to an employee of a public educational institution during or as a result of the performance of his or her duty.
TELPHONE CALLS/MESSAGES
All school phones are for business use only and not to be used by students except for illness. All emergency calls will be made by the school secretary or bookkeeper. The school cannot guarantee that phone messages to students will be delivered. No deliveries of flowers, balloons, etc., will be made to students.
THREATS
Verbal or physical threats against other individuals will not be tolerated, and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken.
TEXTBOOKS
State-owned textbooks will be provided for all students. Students are required to bring a textbook notification form signed by parents in order to receive state-owned textbooks. The textbook notification form is returned to the homeroom teacher. Once a student signs for a textbook, it becomes their responsibility to care for the book and to ensure that the number is not removed.
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Students must return the textbook originally issued in a good condition. They will pay for the textbook if the book is lost or damaged. Textbooks will not be accepted without a number. Records and transcripts will not be cleared until the school has been paid for all damaged textbooks. Students will only be issued textbooks after all indebtedness is cleared.
Alabama High School Diploma Class of 2017
The Alabama State Course of Study shall be followed in determining minimum required content in each discipline. Students seeking the Alabama High School Diploma with Academic Endorsement shall complete ADVANCED LEVEL work in the core curriculum. English/Language Arts 4 Four credits to include the equivalent of: English 9 1 English 10 1 English 11 1 English 12 1 Mathematics 4 Four credits to include the equivalent of: Algebra 1 1 Geometry 1 Mathematics Electives 2 Science 4 Four credits to include the equivalent of: Biology 1 A Physical Science 1 Science Electives 2 Social Studies* 4 Four credits to include the equivalent of: Grade 9 World History 1 Grade 10 US History 10 1 Grade 11 US History 11 1 Grade 12 Gov./Eco. 1 Physical Education 1 Health Education 0.5
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CTE and/or Arts Education/Foreign Lang 3.0 Career Preparedness 1 Electives 2.5 TOTAL CREDITS 24
Alabama High School Diploma With Advanced Endorsement
Class of 2017
The Alabama State Course of Study shall be followed in determining minimum required content in each discipline. Students seeking the Alabama High School Diploma with Academic Endorsement shall complete ADVANCED LEVEL work in the core curriculum. Credit earned through applied academic courses or embedded credit situations will not satisfy the core curriculum requirements for a diploma with an advanced academic endorsement. English Language Arts 4 Four credits must include advanced levels of: English 9 1 English 10 1 English 11 1 English 12 1 Mathematics 4 Four credits must include advanced levels of: Algebra 1 1 Geometry 1 Algebra II with Trigonometry 1 One Additional Mathematics Credit 1 Science 4 Four credits must include advanced levels of: Biology 1 A Physical Science 1 Science Electives 2 Social Studies* 4
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Four credits must include advanced levels of: Grade 9 World History 1 Grade 10 US History 10 1 Grade 11 US History 11 1 Grade 12 Gov./Eco. 1 Physical Education 1 Health Education 0.5 CTE/ Foreign Lang. an/or Arts Education 3 Career Preparedness 1 Electives 2.5 TOTAL CREDITS 24
Work Study Release Programs
The instructor of Cooperative Education must approve all work-study and work release activity. Students participating in such programs shall be released from school to complete their work-study phase provided the following guidelines are met:
• Employment does not in any way conflict with Alabama Law.
• Employment is approved in writing by the local school principal.
• Employment is approved in writing by student’s parent or guardian.
• Employment does not conflict with student’s other scheduled schoolwork.
• The student is legally eligible for employment. • The student’s employment meets all requirements set forth
by the State Board of Education Policies, Rules and Regulations.
The primary objective of student employment should be to contribute
to his/her educational development and should in no way limit his/her performance in the regular school program. Employment shall be in accordance with the Child Labor Law. Work permits are issued in accordance with the Alabama Child Labor Law from the Superintendent of Schools’ Office located at the Board of Education.
Clubs and Organizations
The following clubs have been operational at Bullock County High School: Student Government Association (SGA) Health Club
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National Honor Society Youth in Government Science Club Cheerleaders Future Farmers of America Library Club Future Homemakers of America Health Occupations FHA/HERO Band FBLA Math Club JROTC Drill Team, Rifle Team InGenius Mentoring Golden Ambassadors Book Club Future Leaders VICA FCCLA HOSA Boys 2 Men Mentoring Multicultural Club Future Nurses of America Future Teachers of America
Club sponsors and meeting schedules will be announced monthly.
Mr. and Miss. Bullock County High School Candidate Criteria/Qualifications
All young ladies or young males who are seniors and desire to be a candidate must meet the following criteria/qualifications to be elected as Mr. or Miss BCHS.
• The candidate must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or above. • The candidate must have satisfied all academic core courses to be a
junior and an upcoming senior for the next school term. • The candidate must not have or be with child. • The candidate should not have any disciplinary referrals for the last two
school terms including the year submitted for candidacy. (e.g. defiance of authority, tardies, cutting class, in-school suspensions or suspensions, etc.).
• The candidate must not have excessive absenteeism unless there are illnesses or family emergencies.
• The candidate must have submitted permission forms from parents. • The candidate must complete and submit an application for candidacy. • The candidate must submit two letters of recommendations from teachers
from the high school, but from teachers who have taught the candidate within the last two school terms.
• The candidate must be committed to participate in the homecoming festivities and other school related activities. The candidate may be asked to participate in other parades besides the homecoming parade in Bullock County (Must be approved by the principal).
• The candidate must choose their escort within the same grade, if there is not a Mr. Bullock County High School for the school term that he is elected.
• The candidate must follow the schools rules and procedures. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
• The candidate must present herself or himself with a positive attitude toward students, teachers, faculty, staff, and administrators. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
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• The candidate should run a smooth campaign without any discrepancies among other candidates. (e.g. tampering with other candidate’s posters, flyers, use of derogatory statements, etc.) The candidate will be DISQUALIFIED for such actions. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
• The candidate must attend all practices and must have transportation. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
• The candidate must be able to pay all fees that are required and by the specified due date. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
• The candidate must use hallways to post their campaign flyers. If campaign posters or flyers are in the non-designated area, they will be removed and the candidate could be disqualified. Candidates must remove their own posters and flyers after one week of campaigning.
• The candidate elected for school queen must return to the school to relinquish her crown to the new reigning queen during the coronation for the following year. If the formal queen is unable to participate in the coronation, the formal first runner-up will take the place of the formal queen to relinquish the crown. Regardless of the circumstances, the new reigning queen will hold the new position.
• (For additional criteria see the Miss Bullock County High School Handbook).
• The candidates are responsible for securing a float and decorating the float (building) for the Homecoming Parade
Class Queens Criteria/Qualifications
All young ladies who are nominated by their class peers as a candidate for class queen must meet the following criteria/qualifications.
Senior Class: • Must have a grade point average of 2.5 • Must have taken the ACT.
• Must not be with child or have a child. • Must have no disciplinary reports within the last two semesters • Must not have excessive absenteeism • Must demonstrate leadership skills
Junior Class:
• Student must have a grade point average of 2.5 • Must have taken the ACT.
• Must have no disciplinary reports within the last two semesters • Must not be with child or have a child.
• Must not have excessive absenteeism • Must demonstrate leadership skills
• Sophomores and Freshman Classes:
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• Students must have a grade point average of 2.5 • Must have no disciplinary reports within the last two semesters • Must not be with child or have a child.
• Must not have excessive absenteeism • Must demonstrate leadership skills.
The candidates are responsible for securing a float and decorating the float (building) for the Homecoming Parade.
(For additional criteria see the Miss Bullock County High School Handbook)
Clubs/Organization Criteria/Qualifications Queens, Attendants, and Kings
Ø The candidate must have a minimum grade point average of 75 or above Ø The candidate must not have or be with child. Ø The candidate should not have any disciplinary referrals for the last two
school terms including the year submitted for candidacy. (e.g. defiance of authority, tardies, cutting class, in-school suspensions or suspensions, etc.). (This criterion applies to escorts also).
Ø The candidate must not have excessive absenteeism unless there are illnesses or family emergencies. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
Ø The candidate must have submitted permission forms from parents. (This criterion applies to escorts also)..
Ø The candidate must complete a biographical data form once elected. Ø The candidate must submit two letters of recommendations from teachers
from the high school, but from teachers who have taught the candidate within the last two school terms.
Ø The candidate must be committed to participate in the homecoming festivities and other school related activities.
Ø The candidate must choose an escort of good character or if a king is elected for the same club/ organization the queen must be escorted by the king. The candidate must follow all other rules of their club/organization.
Ø The candidate must attend all practices and must have transportation. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
Ø The candidate must be able to pay all fees that are required and by the specified due date. (This criterion applies to escorts also).
Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC)
Bullock County High School has in place a JROTC program on campus. JROTC is available to students in grades 9-12. The program provides meaningful leadership instruction of benefit to cadet and of value to the country. The program will provide unique educational opportunity for the young students while he/she is pursuing a normal civilian education. Cadets should acquire an understanding of concepts of leadership and the ability to communicate effectively.
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The JROTC program is a cooperative effort on the part of the Army and BCHS to provide the students opportunity for total development. Satisfactory completion of the program can also lead to advanced placement credit in college, Senior ROTC or advanced rank in the Active Military, Reserve Forces, or the National Guard. The JROTC program can be extremely helpful in acquiring Senior ROTC scholarships.
National Honor Society Criteria
Ø National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) are more than just an honor roll. The Honor Society chapter establishes rules for membership that are based upon a student's outstanding performance in the areas of: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character (plus citizenship for NJHS). These criteria for selection form the foundation upon which the organization and its activities are built.
Ø Scholarship: Students who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent standard of excellence, or a higher cumulative average set by the local school's Faculty Council, meet the scholarship requirement for membership. These students are then eligible for consideration on the basis of service, leadership, and character (and citizenship for NJHS). This quality is defined through the voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community, done without compensation and with a positive, courteous, and enthusiastic spirit.
Ø Leadership: Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, promoters of school activities, idea-contributors, dependable, and persons who exemplify positive attitudes about life. Leadership experiences can be drawn from school or community activities while working with or for others.
Ø Character: The student of good character upholds principles of morality and ethics, is cooperative, demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability, shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others, and generally maintains a good and clean lifestyle.
Ø Citizenship: The student who demonstrates citizenship understands the importance of civic involvement, has a high regard for freedom, justice, and democracy, and demonstrates mature participation and responsibility through involvement with such activities as scouting, community organizations, and school clubs.
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Fire and Bomb Drill Fire and Bomb Emergency Procedures
Signal – Fire Alarm Pull Station Siren
Procedures
o Instruct the students to follow the exit map to the designated area. o Close the windows, the door, and cut off the lights when leaving the room. o Teachers must carry their Grade Book and attendance register. o At the designated area, take attendance and report any missing students to the
Principal or his representative. o Signal - Fire Alarm Pull Station Siren — all clear — drill ends
Severe Weather Drills
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Severe Weather Drills will be held periodically during the school year. Long continuous bell will be signal for this drill.
v Signal – short continuous bell v When tornados are a possibility, school officials should constantly monitor the
National Weather Service Radio Procedure
v Direct the students to the interior halls designated for tornado drill as quickly as possible
v Teachers must take their Grade Book and attendance register v At the designated area, take attendance and report any missing students to the
Principal or his representative v Do not block doors or sit in front of windows v All students must sit with their back to wall with legs crossed or fold.
Signal - 1 Long bell — all clear — drill end
Emergency Procedures for Severe Weather
v When weather is threatening, school personnel should stay tuned to radio or television for up-to-date advisory information
v If a severe thunderstorm strikes, initiate school warning system. Alert students to be prepared to take shelter
o Warn students regarding dangers from lightning or downed electrical wires, and possible flash-flooding in low-lying areas
o If storm occurs at dismissal time, hold all students until the danger has passed or students are picked up by responsible adults
o If the warning occurs at dismissal time, hold students until an all-clear has been announced or students are picked up by responsible adults
o Assign secretaries to close the school vault and lock files containing records
o Periodic tornado drills and classroom discussions of the above procedures should be conducted throughout the year, particularly during the tornado season
o When tornadoes are a possibility, school officials should constantly monitor National Weather Service radio
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LOCKDOWN
Code will be announced. Students will remain in classroom and no passes will be issued. Doors will be locked and blinds closed.
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