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GHS Policies & Procedures
(All policies contained in this web page are subject
to board
of education modifications at any time during the school
term.)
Academic Letters
| Activity Finances | Alternative
Education | Athletics | Attendance
Exemption
Attendance Regulations|
Behavior
Code | Bell Schedule | Building
Security | Change of Address
Check Out (Transfer Students)
| Cheerleaders/Drill Team | Citizenship/Sportsmanship
| Class Offices | Clubs
Computer Violations
| Dances | Detentions |
Discipline
| Disclaimer | Dress
Code | Electronic Devices Policy
Entrance Requirements
| Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
| Fire/Tornado Drills | Goggles
Grading System | Graduation
Requirements | Guidance/Counseling | Hall
Passes | Harassment | Honor
Roll
Homework | Insurance
| Leaving the Building | Library
| Locker Policy | Medication
| National Honor Society (NHS)
Physicals | Problem
Solving Model | Property Damage
| Saturday School | Schedule
Changes
School Nurse/Medications
| School Sponsored Activities
| School Use Regulations | Sexual
Harassment |
Sportsmanship
| Student & Parent Rights in Identification,
Evaluation & Placement (Section 504) | Student
Council
Student Rights
& Responsibilities | Student Intervention Team
| Substance Abuse Intervention
| Tardy Regulations
Telephone | Testing
Schedules Textbook Rental | Tobacco
Policy | Traffic Control | Transcripts
| Truancy
Visitors | Weather
| Writing Rubric
ACADEMIC LETTERS
Academic letters will be
awarded to students for their work during the 2007-2008 school year based
on the same scale as Honor Roll.
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Students that earn a 4.0 + GPA
for the 2 semesters of the school year will receive an academic letter
and a gold lamp of knowledge pin to place on the letter.
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Students that earn a 3.76 to
3.99 GPA for the 2 semesters of the school year will receive an academic
letter and a silver lamp of knowledge pin to place on the letter.
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Students that earn a 3.25 to
3.75 GPA for the 2 semesters of the school year will receive an academic
letter and a bronze lamp of knowledge pin to place on the letter.
Every student who earns an academic
letter at any level will also receive a certificate of accomplishment showing
at which level they earned the letter. The student will only receive
the letter the first time that they earn the award and will receive the
lamp of knowledge pins for each additional year they earn the award.
Any students that have lost credit under the attendance policy shall be
ineligible to receive an academic letter for that year. Students
that receive an out of school suspension at any time during the school
year will be ineligible to receive the academic letter for that year.
Money from the student activity fund will be used to finance the cost of
the letters and the pins. Seniors will be awarded the letter at the
end of the school year and students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will receive
their letter at the beginning of the next school year.
ACTIVITY FINANCES
Each high school class and
other school organizations shall deposit their finances in
the high school activity fund. Deposits shall be
made in the business office, to either the secretary or the
administration.
The treasurer
making the deposit will receive a receipt for the amount. All class
and organization bills will be paid by check after a voucher has been written
authorizing the payment of the bill. The voucher must be signed by the
sponsor.
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ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION
Goddard Public Schools does
have an alternative program. Parents / Students may apply to attend
the Goddard Academy to complete their educational program for high school.
Parents may waive compulsory attendance for a student who is 16 years of
age or older. GED (General Equivalency Diploma) - persons,
who have reached the age of 18 or their age appropriate class has graduated
from Goddard High School, should apply for the GED or pursue alternative
education through the Clearwater Connection Program.
ATHLETICS
Goddard High School offers
a wide variety of interscholastic athletics for student competition.
Fall: Football,
Cross Country, Volleyball, Women's Tennis, Women's Golf, Men's Soccer.
Winter: Men's/Women's
Basketball, Bowling, Wrestling.
Spring: Track,
Baseball, Softball, Boy's Tennis, Boy's Golf, Girl's Soccer.
All questions relating to
the athletic program should be directed to the athletic director – Mr.
Conrad.
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ATTENDANCE EXEMPTION-WAIVER
Parents may request exemption
from the compulsory attendance requirements if the student is 16 years
of age or older. The parent and child must attend a final counseling session
with the counselor and administrator and must complete the district exemption
request form.
ATTENDANCE REGULATIONS
This policy is established
in order to encourage good daily attendance, the cornerstone of a successful
educational career.
| 1. |
A student who exceeds a
total of 8 absences in any class during the course of a single semester
will lose credit in that class. The student must continue to attend
the class and do all work assigned in the class. |
| 2. |
The student can regain
their credit status in the class through their attendance at Saturday School
sessions. This process will allow them to make up the time they have
missed over the maximum 8 absences. |
| 3. |
An absence from class would
not be counted under this policy for the following reasons:
| a. |
Absences that are documented
by a note from a doctor or a dentist. |
| b. |
Absences that are documented
due to appearance in court or involvement with other governmental agency. |
| c. |
Absences that are the result
of a student’s involvement in any academic, athletic or activities program
related to school. |
| d. |
Absences due to a serious
family emergency. Examples would include such events as attendance
at a funeral of a family member or a serious family illness. The
illness would be such as that of a parent or could be related to the transportation
of parents and siblings to a medical appointment that is documented. |
| e. |
Absences due to an out-of-school
suspension assigned by administration of the high school. |
| f. |
Absences due to participation
in activities related to a religious holiday. |
| g. |
Senior students would be
allowed a total of 5 days per semester for post-secondary educational visits.
Counselors
have College Visit forms that must be taken to the college for documentation
of time spent at the college or university. Failure to document time for
the visit will void the absence as excused. All visits must be documented
for attendance purposes. |
| h. |
Junior students would be
allowed a total of 2 days during 2nd semester for post-secondary educational
visits. College Visit form mandatory. The student must provide
documentation from the institution confirming the visit. |
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| 4. |
Time can only be made up
in the Saturday School program or by administrative approval. |
| 5. |
The official record of absences
will be the one that is kept in the office. |
| 6. |
Students can only be assigned
to the Saturday School program through the administration. Any student
reporting to class late for more than ½ the period will be considered
absent. All students must check in at the office if more than 5 minutes
late to 1st hour. |
As a courtesy, parents will
be notified through the mail when a student reaches a total of five (5)
absences in a class. Please call the high school office if you have
questions concerning the attendance policy. All absences must be
cleared up two (2) weeks after the end of the semester.
* Extended Absences:
Any student that is absent over an extended period of time must request
a waiver from the principal in writing giving the reasons for the extended
absence.
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STUDENT BEHAVIOR CODE
| A.
Student
Behavior Expectations |
School
Goal: |
The
implementation of fair, consistent classroom and total school expectations
for students, teachers and administrators. |
| B.
Code
of Conduct/Consequences |
Step
1:
Conference |
A
school administrator will talk to the student and try to reach an agreement
regarding how the student will behave. Parents will be notified by
Discipline Report or phone call. Student is removed from the class
for 1-3 hours (action recorded in student file). |
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Step
2:
In
School Suspension |
The
student is removed from classes, but remains at school and in the in-school
suspension room at GHS. Parent will be notified in writing or by
phone. (action recorded in student file).
A
- one to six periods
B
- two to five days
Saturday
School
C
- one to four hours assigned by administrative team (8:00 am - 12:00 pm) |
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Step
3:
Short
Term Suspension |
The
student will not be allowed to attend school for the determined amount
of days. Parent will be notified. (action recorded in student's
file) Student is not to be at any school activities or on school
property during suspension.
A
- one day
B
- two to three days
C
- five/ten days |
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Step
4:
Long
Term Suspension/Expulsion |
The
student will not be allowed to attend school, school activities or be on
school property for a period of time as determined by the hearing committee.
**Due
process will be followed
in
all suspensions or expulsions.
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| Action/Behavior |
Range
for Occurrence |
Repetition |
| Alcohol |
3C |
4 |
| Cheating |
Loss
of Credit for assignment |
2-3
(No Credit for assignment) |
| Computer
Violation |
1-4 |
1-4 |
| Destruction
of Property |
1-4
+ restitution |
1-4
+ restitution |
| Disorderly
Conduct |
1-4 |
1-4 |
| Disrespectful |
1-4 |
1-4 |
| Disruption
of Education. Process |
1-4 |
1-4 |
| Dress
Code |
1-2B |
3-4 |
| Excessive
Tardies |
(See
Tardy Policy) |
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| Explosives |
4 |
4 |
| Failure
to Comply |
1-4 |
1-4 |
| Fighting |
3C |
4 |
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Incidents of
Fighting - students will be taken into custody and processed through the
legal system |
| Food
Fight |
3C |
4 |
| Harassment |
1-4 |
4 |
| (sexual,
physical, racial, verbal) |
Conference
+ Letter in file |
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| Inappropriate
Language |
1-4 |
3-4 |
| Lying |
1-2 |
1-3C |
| Open
Defiance |
1-4 |
1-4 |
| Physical
Assault |
3C-4 |
4 |
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Pysical Assault
- students will be taken into custody and processed through the legal system |
| Possession
of Drugs |
4 |
4 |
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Drug Violations
- students will be processed and charged through the legal system |
| Scuffle |
1-2 |
2-3C |
| Skipping
Classes |
2C |
2-3C |
| Petty Theft |
2 |
2 |
| Felony
Theft |
3 |
3-4 |
| |
Felony Theft
Violators will be taken into custody and processed and charged through
the legal system |
| Tobacco |
1 |
* |
| |
(Student
will be issued ticket from Goddard Police Department) |
*
2nd offense for tobacco will result in ticket + suspension/or enroll in
stop smoking clinic. A 3rd offense for tobacco will result in ticket
+ 3 day suspension. |
| Truant |
2B |
2B |
| Unexcused
Absence |
2B |
2B |
| Unnecessary
Items |
1-3C |
4 |
| |
Includes cell
phones, iPods, MP3 Players, CD Players - see Electronic
Device Policy |
| Weapons |
4 |
4 |
Infraction
Definitions:
| Physical
Contact: |
Scuffle:
Engaging in physical contact for no purpose...no intent to harm another
person.
Fight:
Both parties physically assaulting each other.
Physical
assault and battery: Attack of one person or of a group of persons
upon another person who does not wish to engage in the conflict and who
did not provoke the attack. |
| Threats
and Verbal Abuse: |
Statements
or actions that intimidate or injure another person. |
| Lying: |
Giving
false information or information calculated to mislead. |
| Destruction
of property: |
Destroying
or mutilating objects or materials belonging to the school, school personnel
or other persons. |
| Forgery: |
Writing
or using the signature or initials of another person. |
| Theft: |
Taking
or concealing property that belongs to others. |
| Defiance
of School Personnel's Authority: |
Refusal
to comply with reasonable request of school personnel. |
| Cheating: |
Use
of any material or information other than your own to complete school assignments
or tests, unless previously approved by the teacher. |
| Disorderly
Conduct: |
Conduct
and/or behavior disruptive to the orderly education procedure of the school
(including profanity and obscene behavior). |
| Unnecessary
items: |
The
possession of an item which could be used to cause a disturbance and which
is unnecessary for school (including, but not limited to electronic devices
such as pagers, cellular phones, CD Players, headsets, other communication
equipment, and sunglasses). |
| Weapons: |
The
possession of a dangerous weapon or the use of an object to inflict bodily
injury to another person. |
| Explosive
Devices: |
The
use, possession or sale of explosive devices. |
| Non-Prescribed
Drugs and Alcohol: |
The
possession, sale, use or transmittal of, or being under the influence of,
any non-prescribed drug, alcohol or other intoxicant of any kind or nature
(including the inhalation thereof) on or about school property at any time
or at any school activity regardless of location. In the event of a suspected
violation of this rule, legal authorities may be notified. |
| Tobacco: |
The
use, sale and possession of tobacco of any kind. |
|
| C.
Disruption of School |
See
BOE policy. |
|
| D.
Verbal/Physical Assault on a School Employee or Student |
See
BOE policy. |
|
| E.
USD #265 Weapons Policy |
See
BOE policy. |
|
| F.
Consequences of Violations |
Violation
of any provision of this behavior code may result in suspension and/or
expulsion. |
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BELL SCHEDULES
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Modified Block -
7 Period Day
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| 1st Hour |
7:40 - 8:33
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| 2nd Hour |
8:38 - 9:30
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| 3rd Hour |
9:35 - 10:27
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| 4th Hour |
10:32 - 11:24
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| 5th Hour/Lunch |
11:29 - 12:50
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Lunch I
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11:24 - 11:51
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Lunch II
|
11:39 - 12:06
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Lunch III
|
11:54 - 12:24
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Lunch IV
|
12:09 - 12:36
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Lunch V
|
12:23 - 12:50
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| 6th Hour |
12:55 - 1:47
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| 7th Hour |
1:52 - 2:44
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| After School Detention |
2:50 - 3:50
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Seminar
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| 1st Hour |
7:40 - 8:25
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| 2nd Hour |
8:30 - 9:15
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| Seminar |
9:20 - 10:00
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| 3rd Hour |
10:05 - 10:50
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| 4th Hour |
10:55 - 11:40
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| 5th Hour/Lunch |
11:45 - 1:06
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Lunch I
|
11:40 - 12:07
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Lunch II
|
11:55 - 12:22
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Lunch III
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12:10 - 12:37
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Lunch IV
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12:25 - 12:52
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Lunch V
|
12:39 - 1:06
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| 6th Hour |
1:11 - 1:55
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| 7th Hour |
2:00 - 2:44
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| After School Detention |
2:50 - 3:50
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BUILDING SECURITY
USD #265 Police will be
on duty full time at Goddard High School to monitor outside and inside
activity. Students must follow Kansas traffic and parking policies.
Citations may be written by police officers for driving or parking violations.
It is the student's responsibility to drive safely and park correctly while
at Goddard High School.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Inform the office if you
change your address or telephone number.
CHECK OUT-Transfer Students
All students leaving Goddard
High School must have a form signed by all of their teachers, the librarian
and all bills paid. Forms are available in the counselor's
office.
CHEERLEADERS/DRILL TEAM
Cheerleaders/Drill Team
are elected each spring. All girls must meet requirements as set
forth in the Cheerleader and Drill Team constitutions, and requirements
of the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
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CITIZENSHIP/SPORTSMANSHIP-
Reference
KSHSAA Rule 52 Section 1
Introduction – The effective
American secondary school must support both and academic program and an
activities program. These programs must be integrated and support each
other in “different” arenas. The concept of “sportsmanship” must
be taught, modeled, expected and reinforced in the classroom and in all
competitive activities. Therefore, all Kansas State High School Activities
Association members stand together in support of the following sportsmanship
policy.
Philosophy – Activities are
an important aspect of the total education process in the American schools.
They provide an arena for participants to grow, to excel, to understand
and to value the concepts of SPORTSMANSHIP and teamwork. They are
an opportunity for coaches an school staff to teach and model SPORTSMANSHIP,
to build school pride, and to increase student/community involvement, this
ultimately translates into improved academic performance. Activities
are also an opportunity to demonstrate its support for the participants
and the school, and to model the concepts of SPORTSMANSHIP for our youth
as respected representatives of society. Sportsmanship is good
citizenship in action! All actions are to be for, not against; positive,
not negative or disrespectful.
LIONS
SPORTSMANSHIP CODE:
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CREATE
A POSITIVE COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT.
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DEMONSTRATE
PRIDE IN YOUR TEAM AND YOUR SCHOOL.
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SHOW
RESPECT FOR COACHES, PLAYERS AND FANS.
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ACCEPT
AND RESPECT THE DECISIONS OF OFFICIALS.
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WIN
AND LOSE WITH DIGNITY.
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CLASS OFFICERS OR OFFICES
Class officers for any class,
organization or club must meet standards as described in their constitution.
CLUBS
A variety of clubs are available
for students at GHS. Students must sign up prior to attending club
activities. Clubs will meet before and after school. Clubs: Campus
Life/Bible Club, Chess Club, Comic Book Club, Drama Club, Eco Meet Team,
FBLA, FCCLA, French Club, Friendship Club, Interact, International Thespian
Society (ITS), KAYS, Multi-cultural Club, National Art Honor Society, National
Honor Society, Outloud, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Scholars Bowl,Spanish
Club and Cheerleaders/Spirit Club, Wheat Chix dance team.
COMPUTER VIOLATIONS
Computer violations are
a serious offense at GHS. Students must comply with the rules designated
or be subject to suspension from all use of the computers at GHS.
By logging into the USD 265 data network, you are agreeing to the Acceptable
Use Policy as set forth by Board of Education Policy. You also agree that
you are bound by this policy and understand that there is no assumption
of privacy. Your actions are being logged and may be used for, but not
limited to enforcement of the Acceptable Use Policy. Use of the data network
resources must be consistent with the district’s educational goals.
You May Not Do The Following:
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Use district equipment to perform
or solicit any activity which is prohibited by law.
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Use the system to transmit or
publish information that violates or infringes upon the rights of others.
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Users may not access or attempt
to access the records or files of other users of the district.
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Use e-mail, chat, peer-to-peer
file sharing programs, or install any program on network equipment.
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Users may not store music, images,
or other multimedia on work stations or on the network equipment.
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Users may not use the network
system to bring into the school material which is inconsistent with the
educational goals of the district.
1st Offense: 10 day
suspension from computer use
2nd Offense: 20 day suspension
from computer use
3rd Offense: Suspension
from all computer use for the remainder of the school year.
*Exception: Use of computers
during suspensions only for classes with direct computer use. (Example:
Computer Applications)
DANCES
The school does not sponsor
dances or social functions off the school grounds except the Junior/Senior
Prom. School sponsored dances will be held in the school. Outside
guests are permitted only at Prom and Homecoming dances and must be signed
up prior to the dance and approved by the administrator. Once you have
been admitted to the dance, you may not leave and be readmitted. Students
who have problems or create problems at dances will not be allowed to attend
future dances including Homecoming and Prom.
DETENTIONS - ADMINISTRATIVE
Detentions that have been
assigned by the administration are to be served in the Detention room after
school from 2:50 – 3:50 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Questions
about detentions should be referred to the administration.
DETENTIONS - TEACHER
Teacher assigned detentions
may be up to 30 minutes before or after school. Student and
teacher agree on date & time, with final approval of the teacher.
Failure to serve a teacher assigned detention is a violation of school
rules and referred to the administration.
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DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES
Discipline Assignments (Alphabetically
Assigned):
Doug
Bridwell - students with the last name beginning A - G
Curtis
Conrad - students with the last name beginning H
- N
Christie
Radford - students with the last name beginning O - Z
Class Discipline
Before STEP 1 is used, the
teacher will have a conference with the student and discuss any necessary
improvement to avoid going to Step 1.
| STEP 1. |
Teacher and student conference,
write a report, send to office. Discipline report will be mailed to parents. |
| STEP 2. |
If problem continues to
exist, the teacher will fill out a discipline report and turn it into the
office. The administration will have a conference with the student. A copy
of the discipline report is mailed to the parents. |
| STEP 3. |
Problem continues. Student
is sent to the office. Parents are notified. Student is suspended
from class. |
| STEP 4. |
Problem continues. Student
is sent to the office a second time. The administration will then notify
the parents of final decision, which may be suspension or recommendation
for expulsion. |
DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES - Drugs and Alcohol Substance Abuse Intervention
Program: Click
here for complete B.O.E. policy.
DISCLAIMER
USD
#265 is not responsible for loss or damage to any personal property even
if personal property is lost, stolen or damaged on school grounds.
DRESS CODE
The Goddard Board of Education
has adopted a district dress code that is as follows:
"The Board Policy for Dress
at the Goddard Schools shall be such as to maintain in a neat appearing
student body that which promotes a learning atmosphere. The administration
has complete authority to administer a dress guide to maintain this goal."
The Specific GHS guidelines
are as follows:
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Shorts may be worn throughout
the school year. Swimsuits are not to be worn.
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No mesh, see-through, halter-tops,
crop-tops, low-cut tops, bare- midriff tops, or any clothing with holes
are to be worn. All strap tops must have a strap at least one inch
wide.
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Sweat/jogging suits may be worn
only if they are neat in appearance.
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In order to maintain a safe
school environment, the wearing of gang colors, apparel or accessories
in any manner that denotes gang affiliation will not be allowed.
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Students are to store their
coats and large equipment bags in their lockers during school hours. Students
may carry book bags or back packs to classes.
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No clothing may be worn with
printing visible that promotes the use of drugs, alcohol or contains sexual,
double meaning messages.
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Hats or scarves may not be worn
in the building.
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Clothing considered to be underwear
cannot be visible. No "Sagging."
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The building principal reserves
the right to disapprove any apparel that he/she feels may create a disturbance
or is inappropriate in the school setting. The “holey” jean rule is not
a new rule to our student handbook. The situation appears to be one
in which we have current fashion coming onto the scene, creating appearance
problems with some of our young people. We have taken a position
of enforcing the “holes” issue in this way - a hole in the jeans
remains a hole. A hole may be patched to be in compliance with the jean
policy. Taping is not allowed for compliance.
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ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY
The possession or use of
electronic communication devices by pupils on school property is prohibited.
This includes, but is not limited to pagers, cellular phones, headsets,
music devices (iPods, MP3 Players, CD players) and other communication
equipment that has a potential to be disruptive to the educational process.
Items intended to look like or simulate such devices are also prohibited.
Devices brought to school or onto school property in violation of this
policy will be seized.
Music Devices can be used
before school, during lunch, and after school. They are not to be used
in the classroom at any time. Cell phones are may be used before
and after school only, not during lunch. All devices listed above are all
considered electronic devices and carry a similar penalty – Example MP3
player for a first offense would be returned after school. If a phone were
picked up from the same student – this would be a second offense and a
parent conference would be necessary to pick up the device.
| First Offense: |
Property will be seized
and returned to the student at the end of the day. Incident will
be documented in the school discipline system. |
| Repeated Offense: |
Property will be seized
and returned only after a parent conference. Repeated offenses
may result in in-school suspension and or possible suspension. |
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS TO GODDARD
HIGH SCHOOL
Any pupil who is a resident
of Goddard School District may enroll in GHS:
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When accompanied by a parent
or legal guardian (must have guardianship affidavit).
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Upon completion of GHS enrollment
forms.
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Upon completion of the Residency
Affidavit (or non-resident appeal from for those who have a contract for
purchase of a home in the district).
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Upon receipt of immunization
records.
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Upon the receipt of records
from the previous school or upon completion of request to receive records
from previous school.
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See
Resident Attendance Policy in B.O.E. policies.
FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
- Annual Notification
Click
here for complete B.O.E. policy.
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FIRE AND TORNADO DRILLS
Each teacher will post in
his/her area a fire and tornado drill procedure. A long signal on the bell
system signifies a fire drill and short intermittent signals will signify
a tornado drill. Students setting off fire alarms without cause will
be turned over to the proper authorities.
GOGGLES (Science, Shop and Art Area)
Kansas law requires that
all students must wear goggles when working with any materials that involve
a possible explosion, spattering chemicals or flying particles. Each
student will be required to use them.
GRADES AND GRADING SYSTEM:
Grades for each class the
student is enrolled in will be issued to the students as indicated on the
current school calendar. The recommended grading system is as follows:
A =
95-100
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A- =
90-94
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B+ =
87-89
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B =
83-86
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B- =
80-82
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C+ =
77-79
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C =
73-76
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C- =
70-72
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D+ =
67-69
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D =
63-66
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D- =
60-62
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F =
59-0
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Incomplete Work: Incomplete
work must be made up in a reasonable amount of time. For each day of absence
the student will have one day of make up time to complete work. Long-term
illnesses or absences will be made up in a period of time equal to the
number of days absent from school. All work will be given credit. If work
is not made up in the allotted time, an "F" will be given. It is the student's
responsibility to get make up work assignments after an illness or absence.
Absences that are unexcused may result in loss of credit for that days
assignments.
Report to Parents: Progress
reports and report cards will be handed out to students as noted on the
school calendar. The final report cards will be mailed at the end
of the school year.
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Weighted Grades
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| Grade |
Standard Class |
Weighted Class |
| A |
4.0 |
5.0 |
| B |
3.0 |
4.0 |
| C |
2.0 |
3.0 |
| D |
1.0 |
2.0 |
The weighted Grade is meant
to encourage and reward students for taking Honors and Advanced Placement
courses. The grading scale is calculated on the 5.0 system (above).
This scale will be used to determine the class rank as well as Valedictorian
and Salutatorian awards.
Honors & A.P. classes:
English: Honors English
9, Honors English 10, Honors English 11, Honors English 12, WSU Public
Speaking.
Social Science: Honors
Government, AP World History, Honors World History, AP US History, Honors
U.S. History 10
Science: Honors Physical
Science, Honors Biology, AP Chemistry, Chemistry, Human Anatomy & Physiology,
Physics
Math: Honors Geometry,
Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Statistics
Foreign Language:
German III, German IV, Spanish III, Spanish IV, Japanese III, Mandarin
Chinese
Other: AP Art Portfolio
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
A. The requirements for
graduation from the high school of this district are as follows;
1. A minimum
of 22 units of senior high school credit.
2. The following units of
credit are required:
a. Pass four units
of credit in language arts. (English 9, 10, 11, 12)
b. Pass 3.0 units
of social studies, including 1.5 units of
American
History
and .5 unit of government.
c. Pass two units of science,
one must be lab science.
d. Pass two units of mathematics.
e. Pass one unit of physical
education.
f. Pass 9.5 elective credits
to be earned in grades 9-12 to complete the
requirements.
Must come from the areas of language arts, social studies,
science, mathematics,
foreign language, business education, fine arts,
practical arts,
physical education and health.
g. Pass .5 unit of communications
(class of 2004)
* Graduation requirements will
be changing each year until GHS is aligned with the Board of Regents curriculum.
See counselor for details.
B. General Information:
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Not more than two units of the
minimum requirements may be met in correspondence or internet study.
Correspondence or Internet courses may not generally be used in lieu of
regular courses offered by the school. Correspondence courses may
be used for those subjects not offered by the school or for credit for
a subject previously failed. All correspondence or internet courses must
be approved by the counselor prior to the enrollment. Students
must incur the cost of all correspondence or internet classes.
The amount of work being pursued in regular high school classes plus the
amount taken by correspondence or internet courses should not be greater
than the normal load carried by a full-time student. (Special arrangements
may be considered for seniors.)
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A unit of credit is earned by
successfully completing a course that meets for one hour per day for the
school year. One-half credit is earned only from those classes scheduled
to meet for one class hour for one-half of the school year.
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Each high school pupil must
enroll in six subjects or the equivalent.
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Persons who have reached the
age of 18 or their class has graduated from GHS may apply for a G.E.D.
diploma.
C. Transfer Students:
Special consideration of
graduation requirements must be given to transfer students. Requirements
of graduation at the transferring school will be considered. The
principal must evaluate each case and make recommendations to the superintendent
for any deviations made.
D. Student Complete
Minimum Credits before the Eighth Semester.
The Board of Education encourages
students to complete their senior year and take as many different subjects
as possible. We also understand that there are special cases that
need to be considered. Seniors may be released at the end of the
seventh semester to further their education. The early release must
be approved by the High School Principal and Superintendent of Schools.
The High School Principal has the necessary forms that must be completed
by the end of the sixth semester. These forms include the specific
requirements for early release. If a student does not attend the
eighth semester, he/she must be a full time equivalency in
a post high school or an approved apprentice program. Physical handicaps
and hardship cases will be considered.
*Starting with the class
of 2009 additional requirements in …
USD
265 is an equal opportunity agency. You will not be discriminated
against because of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex or handicap.
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GUIDANCE and COUNSELING SERVICES
Primary Function:
As a member of the district
counseling staff, the high school counselors provide a comprehensive counseling
program for high school students. Counselors provide educational,
career and personal counseling. Counselors consult with and collaborate
with teachers, parents, and staff to enhance their effectiveness in helping
students; and provide support to other high school educational programs.
Specific Purposes:
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Help students develop a knowledge
of and respect for individual differences in views, interests, attitudes,
and backgrounds.
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Help students develop skills
for interacting with others.
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Help students develop an understanding
of how to deal effectively with their emotional and physical development.
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Help students develop a knowledge
of their academic abilities, educational needs and interests.
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Help students develop a knowledge
of the processes involved in setting and achieving realistic educational
goals.
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Help students develop the knowledge
to chooses academic and extra-curricular activities consistent with their
educational goals.
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Help students develop the skills
for understanding an using career information.
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Help students develop a knowledge
of different occupational issues.
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Help students develop an understanding
of the career decision making process.
*You are assigned to a counselor
alphabetically by your last name, but you may see another counselor if
needed. The counseling telephone number is
794-4115.
Counselor Assignments:
A-E Ms. Michelle
Murray-Cline
F-L Ms. Kim
Hoetmer
M-R Ms. Janet Doud
S-Z Mr. Steve
Sandall
HALL PASSES
Any student moving through
the halls during class periods must have a pass from the instructor of
the class or room to which he is assigned. In order for a student
to go to another instructor from the library or any other room, the instructor
has to request that the student be sent to his room by issuing a pass to
the student prior to that time.
HARASSMENT
Click
here to see B.O.E. policy.
HOMEWORK
Homework requests will be
sent to teachers through e-mail. Teachers will be given 24 hours in which
to prepare homework assignments. In the event of extended absences all
homework requests will be honored. Additional homework will be provided
only upon successful completion of the original homework assigned.
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Students will be given an amount
of time equal to the time missed to make up their assignments.
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Teachers may set up additional
time to make up work if they feel that it is warranted under the circumstances
surrounding the absences.
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If a student does not make up
the work in the allotted time they will receive an F grade for the assignment.
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It is the student’s responsibility
to get their make up work assignments.
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*Absences for special school
events should be made up in advance. (This includes multiple day events,
band trips or other special events.)
HONOR ROLL
Honor Roll for Seniors will
remain on the current system; Honor Roll for each of the other three grades
will be from the weighted grade scale:
3.25 – 3.75 Semester GPA
will determine Honor Roll
3.76 – 3.99 Semester GPA
will determine High Honor Roll
4.0 + Semester GPA will
determine Distinguished Honor Roll
INSURANCE
Athletes: In order
to participate in athletics, a pupil must have adequate insurance; either
the school insurance or adequate medical insurance within their family.
The school cannot be responsible for injuries received in athletics.
Students may obtain a form in the principal's office, have their parents
sign and return it to place on file, stating that the family has adequate
insurance.
Students: Students
may purchase supplementary health insurance to cover the student at school
or in all sports. The supplementary student insurance purchased covers
the student at school and in all sports with the exception of football.
The football insurance is extra.
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LEAVING the BUILDING
Any student leaving the
high school building for emergency or business reasons must secure a pass
to leave the building signed by the attendance secretary or administrator.
Any student that leaves the building without a written pass will be subject
to disciplinary action. Parents may not excuse students from leaving
the building after the incident has occurred. Prior contact must be made.
The student will be marked as unexcused for the time missed and consequences
administered.
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Parking Lot Violations:
1st Offense: ISS, Multiple Offenses: May result in suspension.
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Leaving Campus:
1st Offense: ISS, Multiple Offenses: May result in suspension.
LIBRARY
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The Media Center is open from
7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The library is
open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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During class periods a student
must have a pass from his/her teacher to be in the library.
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Food and drink are not allowed
in the library.
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Regular fiction and nonfiction
books are checked out for 2 weeks. Books may be renewed for an additional
2 weeks.
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Reference books, magazines and
certain other materials are checked out for overnight use only. These materials
can be checked out during the school day and must be returned before school
the following day.
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Regular checkout library materials
that are not returned on time will be assessed a late fee of 5 cents per
day. There is a $2.00 maximum fee per item.
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Overnight materials that are
not returned on time will be assessed a late fee of 5 cents per hour. There
is a maximum late fee of $2.00 for each overnight folder.
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Fiction books are shelved alphabetically
by the author's last name. Nonfiction books are shelved by their Dewey
Decimal Classification number.
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There are 24 computers available
for use that provide access to networked CD-ROM programs and the internet.
The internet is filtered for student safety.
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The following are not allowed
on the Media Center computers--profanity, pornography, games on personal
diskettes, personal CD-ROM programs, bulletin boards, E-mail, or other
personal services. Violators will not have access to the library network
computers.
LOCKERS
Students assigned lockers
at GHS have 'specific liability' for the contents of their locker.
(They are responsible for items contained in their locker). Students should
not share lockers. The school reserves the right to search a student's
locker to maintain the integrity of the school environment and to protect
other students. (BOE Policy-JCAB-R) Lockers will be assigned by class in
designated areas of the building.
LUNCH PERIOD
Lunch period will be held
every day during the fourth hour. Each class will be given approximately
(25) minutes for lunch. Goddard High School has a closed lunch.
Students may not go out to lunch. Students not adhering to the closed lunch
policy will be subject to administrative action. Parents may not excuse
students to go out for lunch.
Exception: Parents
may come into the office and check their student out for lunch.
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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
The National Honor Society
is the only organization within the school that recognizes consistent academic
achievement. It has been rightly named "Honor Society" because academic
achievement is an honor for the student. Those students who maintain membership
in the Lionian Chapter of the National Honor Society are recognized by
colleges, universities and employers as those
who have expended sufficient effort to do something worthwhile. The
members are chosen by a faculty committee and administrative review.
Officers are chosen each year from the members of the National Honor Society.
Sophomore, junior and senior members are considered to be the "Active"
members, with full rights and privileges. Grade deficiency or dishonor
to the school may be grounds for dismissal from the National Honor Society.
SCHOOL NURSE / MEDICATIONS
Goddard High School has
a full time nurse. All students needing assistance should report
to the office before leaving school because of an illness. Medications
must be reported to the nurse and a release form must be signed by the
parent prior to medications being taken. See the school nurse for
guidelines. Under no circumstances should any student or faculty
member give any student medication of any kind. Prescription medication
may only be used by the student for whom it is prescribed. Passing
a prescription drug to another student will result in the long-term suspension/
expulsion of that student.
| Request to Administer Medication
at School |
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| Permission For Self Administering
of Medication |
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logo to download the form.
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PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS
All students taking part
in the athletic program (including cheerleaders/drill team) must have a
physical examination by their family doctor who will complete the necessary
certificate required by the KSHSAA. This form must be signed by the parent
or guardian and filed with the administration before any equipment will
be issued to the athlete. Physical examinations must be after May 1st and
before participation begins.
PROPERTY DAMAGE
Any student who damages,
destroys or steals school, teacher, or fellow student's property may be
long-term suspended from school for the balance of the semester in which
the offense occurs. A minimum result of such conduct may result in
a three day suspension. The district is not responsible for loss or damage
to any personal property even if personal property is lost, stolen or damaged
on school grounds.
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SATURDAY SCHOOL
Saturday School will be
held Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. Saturday School will
be used for attendance deficiencies. Students must arrive before 8:00 a.m.
to be admitted to Saturday School. Students must bring work to Saturday
School and keep busy during the time assigned. Dates for make up will be
determined by administration.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Schedule changes will only
be made for the following reasons:
A. Student is not
enrolled in a required class.
B. Student is enrolled in
a class for which he or she has already received credit.
C. Student has not met prerequisites.
D. Student's schedule is
incomplete.
E. A teacher has recommended
that the student advance to a higher level course.
SCHOOL SPONSORED ACTIVITIES
and STUDENT BEHAVIOR
Students, when in attendance
at any athletic contest, dance, school program or other activity sponsored
by the school, will be required to obey the rules and regulations which
govern the regular school day. Away events are treated the same as
home events. Failure on the part of a student to comply with these
rules and regulations will constitute sufficient grounds for suspension
from further participation in such activities for the remainder of the
school year. School activities will end not later than 12:00 a.m.
The general rule of thumb to remember is "once you're in -- you're in,
once you're out -- you're out!"
SCHOOL USE REGULATIONS
The high school will be
open from 6:30 a.m. each morning until 4:00 p.m. No student or groups of
students may use the building after the dismissal bell without the presence
of a faculty sponsor. The meeting must have the approval of an administrator.
Groups desiring use of the buildings that are not directly connected with
USD #265 should pick up an information sheet from the office that designates
fees and procedures.
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SEXUAL HARASSMENT
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here for complete B.O.E. policy.
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STUDENT COUNCIL
The Student Council has
as its chief purpose that of being a representative government for the
students. The overall goal of any Student Council should be the betterment
of school spirit. If you have any suggestions for the betterment
of the school, contact your representative. The election of Student Council
officers is held during the spring each year.
STUDENT and PARENT RIGHTS IN IDENTIFICATION,
EVALUATION and PLACEMENT Section 504
Student and Parent Rights
in Identification Evaluation and Placement: Click
here for complete B.O.E. policy.
STUDENT RIGHTS and
RESPONSIBILITIES
It is important to remember
that although you have the right to go to school in an environment that
is safe and supportive, even if something happens to you, you do not have
the right to violate the rights of any other person in the school.
However, you do have responsibilities and they are listed below.
In the event that you feel
that your right to attend school in a safe and supportive atmosphere has
been denied, it is your responsibility as a student to do one or more of
the following:
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Tell your teacher immediately
of the incident and let that person know exactly what has taken place.
If not satisfied with the results, then
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Set up an appointment with your
counselor to discuss the problem that you are having. If not satisfied
with the results, then tell an administrator about the problem you are
having.
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In addition, you should immediately
tell your parents/guardian of the problem you are having and what actions
you have taken to correct the problem.
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Keep a written record of the
problem and the steps you have taken to correct the problem. Providing
a written statement of the problem when meeting with your teacher, counselor
or administrator is an option.
STUDENT INTERVENTION TEAM
It is the mission of DELTA
(assisting students work for positive change) to identify students who
have multiple academic concerns and assist them to become successful.
We work to accomplish this
goal by facilitating teacher strategies, working directly with students,
informing teachers, and suggesting self-help strategies to students. We
also offer interventions such as Lion Links (an after school tutoring program),
peer tutors, and support groups.
Through weekly group meetings,
students who participate in DELTA will have the opportunity to receive
weekly grade reports, set academic goals for the upcoming week and celebrate
academic achievements throughout the year.
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SUBSTANCE ABUSE INTERVENTION
PROGRAM
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here for complete B.O.E. policy.
TARDY REGULATIONS
Students are required
to be in classes per the bell schedule. Each teacher will define
their specific tardy condition. The following will be implemented
by all faculty for tardies to individual classes:
| 1st Tardy |
Warning by teacher |
| 2nd Tardy |
Teacher contacts parent
and notifies attendance secretary |
| 3rd Tardy |
Teacher assigned 30 minute
detention before or after school |
| 4th Tardy |
Assigned administrator
notified & 2 hours of after school detention |
| 5th Tardy |
Assigned administrator
notified & 3 hours of after school detention |
| 6th Tardy |
Assigned administrator
notified & 4 hours of after school detention |
| 7th Tardy |
Assigned administrator
notified & 5 hours of after school detention |
| 8th Tardy |
Assigned administrator
notified and 3 day in-school suspension |
| 9th Tardy |
May result in out-of-school
suspension or long term suspension from school. |
Failure to serve teacher
assigned detention |
1 day ISS |
Failure to serve administrative
assigned detention |
1 day ISS and time must
be served in detention |
TELEPHONE
Incoming and outgoing phone
calls should be emergency calls only. No student will be called to
the phone except in case of emergency. Students may get permission
to use the phone in the office. Parents must call the office for student
emergencies.
TESTING SCHEDULES 2007-08
NATIONAL ACT (AMERICAN
COLLEGE TESTING PROGRAM)
Registration materials
available in the GHS Counseling Office.
GHS code 171-125.
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TEST
DATE
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REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
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LATE TEGISTRATION
(lATE FEE REQUIRED)
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*September 15, 2007
October 27, 2007
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August 10, 2007
September 21, 2007
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August 11 - 24, 2007
Sept. 22 - Oct. 5,
2007
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December 8, 2007
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November 2, 2007
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November 3 - 15, 2007
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February 9, 2008
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January 4, 2008
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January 5 - 18, 2008
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April 12, 2008
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March 7, 2008
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March 8-21, 2008
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June 14, 2008
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May 9, 2008
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May 10 - 23, 2008
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* Optional Writing Test is highly
recommended.
PSAT- Wednesday, October
17 or Saturday, October 20, 2007 at Goddard High School
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SAT
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| Test Dates |
Test |
Registration
Deadlines * |
| U.S. Regular |
U.S. Late |
International Regular |
| Oct. 6, 2007 |
SAT & Subject Test |
Sept. 10, 2007 |
Sept. 14, 2007 |
N/A |
| Nov. 3, 2007 |
SAT & Subject Test |
Oct. 2, 2007 |
Oct. 11, 2007 |
Sept. 12, 2007 |
| Dec. 1, 2007 |
SAT & Subject Test |
Oct. 30, 2007 |
Nov. 8, 2007 |
Oct. 10, 2007 |
| Jan. 26, 2008 |
SAT & Subject Test |
Dec. 26, 2007 |
Jan. 4, 2008 |
Dec. 5, 2007 |
| Mar. 1, 2008 |
SAT Only |
Jan. 29, 2008 |
Feb. 7, 2008 |
N/A** |
| May 3, 2008 |
SAT & Subject Test |
Apr. 1, 2008 |
Apr. 10, 2008 |
Mar. 12, 2008 |
| Jun. 7, 2008 |
SAT & Subject Test |
May 6, 2008 |
May 15, 2008 |
Apr. 16, 2008 |
* U.S. dates
are postmark dates; International dates are receipt dates.
** On March 1, only the
SAT is offered, and only in the U.S., U.S. Territories, and Puerto Rico. |
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TEXTBOOK RENTAL
The schools offer to the
pupils a complete textbook rental program.
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The rental plan is all inclusive
whereby all books, workbooks and fees are paid in one lump sum.
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Payment or refund will be prorated
on the basis of full 9 week (quarters) periods remaining.
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Damage to a book will be paid
for by the renter. If another book is required as a result
of the damage, the renter will be required to pay the full price of a replacement.
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All rental fees and book sales
are cash.
The policy is intended to diminish
the right of the district to take any other disciplinary action that is
provided for in Kansas law or district policies.
TOBACCO-FREE SCHOOLS
Tobacco Policy: Click
here for complete B.O.E. policy.
1st Violation:
Discipline report, mandatory parent conference, and appropriate law enforcement
officials will be contacted and a citation issued.
2nd Violation:
Up to a three day out of school suspension, appropriate law enforcement
officials will be contacted and a citation issued. A student found
in second violation of the tobacco policy may be offered a tobacco cessation
program as an option to suspension.
3rd Violation:
Up to a five day out of school suspension, appropriate law enforcement
officials will be contacted and a citation issued. A hearing for
a long-term suspension will be held.
Any student who violates
the terms of this or any other tobacco policy shall be subject to the above
discipline in accordance with district policy and Kansas law (K.S.A. 79-3321:3322).
Nothing in this policy is intended to diminish the right of the district
to take any other disciplinary action that is provided for in Kansas law
or district policies.
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TRAFFIC CONTROL
Parking Policy: See
School calendar for complete B.O.E. policy.
Authority: House
Bill 1328 authorized the local Board of Education to establish rules and
regulations governing speed limits and parking of vehicles on the school
grounds and the enforcement of same.
General: Use
of vehicles by students during the regular school day is prohibited unless
permission is granted by the administration. Students are to
park in the east, southeast and north parking lot areas. Staff parking
will be designated in the south parking lot. Registration of vehicles
will be mandatory for all students and staff at GHS. All vehicles must
be registered by August 31, 2007. Forms are to be picked up from the office
or the district police office.
TRANSCRIPTS
The final class rank includes
every grade earned from the ninth grade through the twelfth grade.
Any class taken at the Middle School for high school credit will also be
included in their grade point average and transcript. By contacting
the counselor's office, students may obtain both their grade point average
and class rank. Cumulative GPA and CR are figured at the end of each
semester of high school.
Only semester grades will
be placed on transcripts-a student's permanent record. A record of
the student's test scores (ASVAB, PLAN, ACT, PSAT, SAT, Kansas State Tests)
are also included as part of the transcript. Transcripts are ordered
from the Registrar. A Transcript Release Form must be filled out
and signed by the student and their parent or legal guardian. A student's
Transcript Release Card must be filled out also before a transcript is
issued. Transcripts are mailed directly to businesses and colleges
as requested. Allow one week for processing. Students requesting
transcripts for colleges or other agencies must provide the Registrar with
the necessary information and include a pre-addressed stamped envelope.
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TRUANCY
Whenever a student is inexcusably
absent from school for three consecutive days or five days in any semester
or seven school days in any year, the student shall be considered to be
not attending school as required by law. A child is inexcusably absent
from school if the child is absent from all or a significant part of a
school day without a valid excuse acceptable to the school employee designated
by the Board of Education to have responsibility for the school attendance
of such child.
Meeting any of the above
conditions regarding absences will result in the board appointed representative
at Goddard High School (administration) to serve written notice to the
truant child and family. The notice shall inform the student and parent
that continued failure to attend school will result in a report being made
to the office of the District Attorney. The family will have three days
from the date of the letter to comply with the school's request to provide
a valid excuse or comply with the request to attend school on a regular
basis. (BOE Policy JBE-approved October 13, 1997)
Questions regarding truancy
should be directed to the administrative team.
VISITORS
Student visitors are not
allowed at Goddard High School during school hours. Adults must check into
the office and will be issued a visitors pass if access is deemed necessary.
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WEATHER
When inclement weather causes
the school to close, it will be announced on the following radio and TV
stations after 6:00 a.m. A message regarding school closings will
also be on the school office voice mail recording.
| Radio - |
KFDI-AM 1070, KFDI-FM 101.3,
KEYN-FM
104, KQAM-AM 1410, KFH-AM 1330, KICT-FM 95, KZSN-FM 102, KKRD-FM
107, KNSS-AM 1240, B98-FM 98, KRZZ-FM 96.3 |
| TV - |
KSNW-TV 3, KAKE-TV
10, KWCH-TV 12 |
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SIX TRAIT WRITING RUBRIC
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Organization |
Ideas and Content |
Voice |
| 5 |
The paper is well organized
with a clear introduction and thesis statement, a body, which moves logically
and smoothly, and a conclusion that leaves the reader with a sense of resolution. |
The paper shows evidence
of original thinking. The ideas expressed go beyond the surface level.
Main ideas are clear and relevant anecdotes or details enrich the central
theme. |
The writer has an individual,
engaging style. Clearly the writer is involved in the subject and
feels strongly about it. |
| 3 |
The reader can follow what’s
being said, but the overall organization may be ineffective or too obvious.
Paper sometimes bogs down or it is repetitive. Transitions are not
as smooth as they might be. |
The paper is clear even
though the overall result may not be captivating. The ideas expressed
are pertinent to the thesis, but they do not reflect original thinking
or the depth of thought desired. |
The writer seems sincere,
but ideas are communicated in a routine manner. |
| 1 |
Organization is haphazard.
There is no clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Ideas are noticeably
confusing or misplaced. |
The information in the paper
is limited or unclear. Author uses clichés and attempts at
original thinking are lacking or minimal. |
There is little sense of
the writer behind the words. The delivery of ideas is consistently
flat, so that the reader is not interested in the topic, even when the
ideas are clear. |
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Word choice |
Sentence Fluency |
Conventions |
| 5 |
The words used to convey
ideas are specific and accurate: they seem just right. The author
uses imaginary and appropriate figures of speech. |
The writing is natural and
fluent. It is concise, but not terse. A variety of sentence
patterns add to the flow of the paper |
The writer demonstrates
a good grasp of writing conventions (grammar, spelling, punctuation, and
capitalization).
Paragraphing is sound and grammatical errors do not detract from the authors
presentation. |
| 3 |
The language is quite ordinary,
but it does convey the message adequately. The paper may have some
fine moments, but the writer rarely experiments with language. |
Sentences, while correct,
tend to be mechanical rather than fluid. Sentences lack energy and
follow monotonous patterns. |
The writer makes some errors
in conventions. Problems with conventions are not frequent or serious
enough to detract from the meaning of the paper. |
| 1 |
Words are consistently dull,
“be” verbs dominate the writing and imagery is lacking or confused. |
The paper is difficult to
follow or read aloud. Sentence fragments or rambling, run-on sentences
weaken presentation. |
Numerous errors in usage,
spelling, or punctuation repeatedly distract the reader. Moderate
to extensive editing would be necessary to polish this paper. |
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GODDARD HIGH SCHOOL PROBLEM SOLVING MODEL
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