2007-08 STUDENT HANDBOOK

Graham-Kapowsin High School

Jennifer Bethman PRINCIPAL

Amy Low

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Ed Petersen ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

22100 108th Avenue East

Graham, Washington 98338

Phone: (253) 683-6100

Fax: (253) 683-6198

This agenda belongs to:

NAME ______________________________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL SCHOOL

INFORMATION…………………………………………………………………….Pg. 3

BELL/LUNCH SCHEDULE……………………………………………..….Pg. 5

ACADEMICS………………………………………………….…………………….Pg. 6

MISSION STATEMENT……………………………………………………Pg. 6

GKHS/STUDENT GOALS………………………………………….………Pg. 6

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS………………….……………………..Pg. 7

PROGRESS REPORTS/TEXTBOOKS/TEST DATES………….…………Pg. 8

ATTENDANCE………………………………….………………………….……….Pg. 9

ASB/ATHLETICS......................................................................................................Pg. 11

ASB OFFICE/I.D. CARDS/FINES & FEES…………………………..……Pg. 11

ACTIVITIES…………………..…………………………………………….Pg. 11

ATHLETICS……………………..………………………………………….Pg. 12

FOOD PROGRAM &

CAFETERIA…………………………………………………………………….….Pg. 13

STUDENT CODE OF

CONDUCT………………………………………………………………………….Pg. 14

RANGE OF DISCIPLINE CONSEQUENCES…………………….……....Pg. 18

DRESS AND DECORUM……………………….…………………………Pg. 22

STUDENT SERVICES………………………………………………….…………Pg. 24

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EMERGENCY INFORMATION…………………………………….…………..Pg. 28

AUTOMOBILES & PARKING…………………………………………………..Pg 26

OTHER INFORMATION…………………………………….…………………..Pg. 29

STUDENT CRIME STOPPERS………………………………………………….Pg 30

HALL PASSES………………………………………….…………………………Pg. 31

The staff members of Graham-Kapowsin High School welcome you. This planner will help you with time management and provide you with an overview or our school expectations.

Using standard educational practice, Washington State law, Bethel School District Board policies, and our experience as staff, we set forth the expectations outlined in this planner as the basis of successful learning at our school. Expectations are based on the belief that all students can learn, that all students should be responsible for their own behavior and academic performance, and that students, parents, and staff should work together for the success of all.

We have four basic expectations that we expect all students to abide by: Respect Yourself Respect Others Respect Personal and Public Property Follow Staff Instructions

Go Eagles!

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY

Main Office ................................................... 683-6100 Attendance Desk........................................... 683-6192 Athletic Office .............................................. 683-6173 Registrar ........................................................ 683-6184 Guidance Office............................................ 683-6176

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ASB Office.................................................... 683-6182 Food Services................................................ 683-6194 Health Room ................................................. 683-6193 Library ........................................................... 683-6195

SCHOOL CALENDAR

2006 August 31 ..........................First Day of School October 26/27 ..Homecoming Game & Dance November 10.............................Veterans Day* November 23-24 ........... Thanksgiving Break* December 18 Jan 1 ...................Winter Break*

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January 2 ................................School Resumes January 15 ........ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day* February 16 ...................... Mid-Winter Break* February 19 - 20 .................... Presidents Day* April 2 - 6 .................................. Spring Break* May 25.............................Snow make up Day* May 28 - 29 .............................Memorial Day* June 15............................... Last Day of School

* No School

GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL FACTS School Colors: Royal Blue, Orange and White School Mascot: Eagle Student Enrollment approximately 1325 students Participant in 4A South Puget Sound League Established in 2005

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Updated Schedule on “About Us” Tab on the Home Page

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STUDENT SCHEDULE __________________________ COUNSELOR NAME

____________________ LOCKER #

ROOM INSTRUCTOR SUBJECT PERIOD ADVISORY

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SECOND SEMESTER

ROOM INSTRUCTOR SUBJECT PERIOD ADVISORY

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ACADEMICS

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Graham-Kapowsin High School is to provide a superior learning environment in which all students have access to quality instruction and rigorous coursework. Extensive co-curricular activities and support systems will both enhance personal academic success, and prepare all students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens. STUDENT GOALS

• Every student will take at least one A.P. class or academically challenging class prior to graduation.

• Every student will be involved in at least one co-curricular or extra-curricular activity.

• Every student will connect with at least one adult in the building. GKHS GOALS

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In accordance with the ideals set forth in our mission statement, at GK we believe that education is both a right and a privilege bestowed upon every citizen of our nation. It is with this concept in mind that we have established the following goals that provide, encourage, and promote a quality educational opportunity.

• Provide rigorous comprehensive and varied programs in vocational and general education with an emphasis on technology, occupational awareness, and high expectations for all students.

• Offer a multitude of college preparatory courses which enhance intellectual development leading to success in post-secondary education.

• Assist students in developing personal qualities, such as work ethic, goal setting, responsibility, accountability, and self-discipline in school and adult life.

• Support all students in their participation in at least one co-curricular or extra-curricular activity.

• Provide an atmosphere where every student is well known by at least one adult in the building.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS All students are required to meet the following GKHS diploma eligibility requirements:

• Credits equal a total of 22.5 • Be a full time student • Pass all required courses • All district/school fines/fees be paid in full

Students are allowed to walk in the graduation ceremony if they have earned 22.5 credits. Additionally, the school reserves the right to restrict a student’s participation in the graduation ceremony if he/she is not in good standing or is deemed by the staff to be a possible danger or disruption to the ceremony. Specifically, any senior suspended during the last month of school will not be allowed to participate in graduation. Graham-Kapowsin High School students require a total of 22.5 credits, in specific subjects, for graduation.

Subject Credits Credit Checklist Communication Arts 4 credits (8 semesters)

Social Studies 3 credits (6 semesters) Washington State History ½ credit World Studies 1 credit US Studies 1 credit American Government ½ credit Science 2 credits (4 semesters) 1 credit of lab science

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Mathematics (Algebra or higher) 2 credits (4 semesters) Math Elective 1 credits (2 semesters) Health and Fitness 2.5 credits (5 semesters) Fine Arts 1 credit (2 semesters) Career & Technical Education 1 credit (2 semesters) Career Education ½ credit Culminating Project ½ credit Electives 5 credits (10 semesters)

Total 22.5 credits

*In addition to meeting the graduation requirements, students must pass all sections of the 10th grade WASL to earn the Certificate of Academic Achievement. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT/HONOR ROLL Eligible students are included on the Honor Roll at the end of each semester. High Honor Roll includes those students with a 3.5 and above grade point average for the semester. Honor Roll includes those with 3.0 to 3.5-grade average. PROGRESS REPORTS AND REPORT CARDS Academic progress is reported home every four to five weeks in the form of a mid-term progress report or a quarterly report card. Progress reports are issued to students at the mid-point of each quarter. Students must have the report signed by their parent or guardian and returned the following day. At the mid-point of each semester, quarter report cards are mailed home. At the end of each semester, semester report cards are mailed home. TEXTBOOKS Students are issued textbooks through the Book Depository in the Library. When issued a book, students are to inspect it, report any damage, and sign off on the form provided to indicate they accept the book is in an acceptable serviceable condition and are responsible to return it without damage. Fines for lost or damaged books are assessed according to School Board Policy #2034 that lists book damage and replacement costs.

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TESTING DATES PSAT: October 17 or October 20 $15.00 (approx.) SAT: Test Date Registration Deadline $41.50 (approx.) Oct. 6th Sept. 12th Nov. 3rd Oct. 2nd Dec. 1st Oct. 30th Jan. 26th Dec. 26th March 1st Jan. 29th May 3rd Apr 1st June 7th May 6th

AP: Conducted within the middle two weeks of May. Each AP class will be assigned a specific testing date $84.00 (each) All students taking AP classes are required to take the test. An exact schedule will be posted in the fall. WASL: Reading & Writing March 13-15 and March 19 - 20 Free Math & Science April 17-20 WASL retake: August 6 - 9 All testing information, excluding WASL, is posted on collegeboard.com and subject to change.

ATTENDANCE 683-6192

Good attendance at school is extremely important; regular attendance and punctuality are essential to school achievement. Absences, for any reason, result in lost educational experiences. Students who have regular attendance show self-discipline, learn more, and are better prepared for future employment. The primary responsibility for attending school rests with the student. ABSENCES State law and school board policy both recognize that regular attendance is the basis of success in the classroom. Students who miss class lose the participation part of a teacher’s grading policy, thus adversely affecting the final grade. Likewise, the school will take legal and/or disciplinary actions if a student is truant, unexcused absent, or tardy. On the day of return from an absence students must obtain an Admit Slip from the Attendance Office. Parents may excuse students through several means with use of family Access being highly encouraged. The Attendance Office can also be notified via:

A. A note or doctor/Dental office slip B. A phone call/voice mail to 253.683.6192

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C. E-mail to lsinger@bethelsd.org D. A fax to 253.683.6198 E. An in-person visit

Students requesting an early release from school must checkout at the Attendance Office before leaving campus. Early dismissals can be expedited if the student brings a note to the Attendance Office before the start of school for an early dismissal slip. Please indicate if the student is authorized to drive themselves or specify who will be picking them up. ANYONE PICKING UP A STUDENT WILL NEED TO SHOW PICTURE ID BEFORE THEY CAN SIGN A STUDENT OUT. Because GKHS is a closed campus, students are not allowed to leave campus unless signed out by a parent/guardian. Any student participating in an activity shall be expected to attend and participate in all classes on the day of the scheduled activity. On any school day, students must be in attendance at least one half day to be eligible to participate in practice or school related activity. Students will be considered UNEXCUSED ABSENT if no contact has been made between the parent and the school during the time of the absence and if the student fails to bring in a parent note within two school days upon their return. TARDINESS In order to maximize instructional time you are expected to be in your seat before the tardy bell rings. If you arrive to class less than five minutes after the tardy bell, you will be considered tardy; if you arrive more than five minutes after the bell, you will receive an unauthorized absence. Teachers may apply academic consequences for tardiness. Oversleeping is not a valid excuse for coming in late and will not be accepted. DISCREPANCIES Discrepancies in attendance are best resolved between the student and teacher. Errors can easily be corrected based upon a note/e-mail from the teacher to the Attendance Office. CLOSED CAMPUS GKHS is a closed campus. Once students arrive at school, they are to remain on campus until school is officially dismissed. All students must check in an out of the Attendance Office when arriving or leaving campus at times other than the official starting and dismissal times of the school day. Violation of closed campus will result in disciplinary action. Exceptions may only be made by the building principal. Violators of the CLOSED CAMPUS rule will be SUBJECT TO A SEARCH.

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WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL OR FROM CLASSES Other than when graduating, students leaving GKHS to go to another school, to enter a non-Bethel program, or to end their school attendance are required to turn in all books and school-owned items, pay all fines owed, and sign out through the Counseling Office. No student is allowed to withdraw from a class except through the Counseling Office. Any student who attempts to drop a class by simply not attending is subject to suspension for truancy.

ASB/ATHLETICS

ASB OFFICE 683-6182 The Graham-Kapowsin ASB provides many opportunities for students. Co-Curricular activities, clubs and sports are funded through ASB. When writing checks to pay for school activities please make the checks payable to: Graham-Kapowsin High School. Go to the ASB office to:

• Pay for your ASB card • Sign-up and pay for field trips • Pay fines and fees • Buy dance tickets • Purchase your yearbook

I.D. CARDS/A.S.B. CARDS All students are photographed and receive a student I.D. Card that is also used as a school Library Card. When the A.S.B. Card fee is paid ($30.00) the card is validated to make the student eligible for ASB activities/athletics and various discounts or free admission at GKHS events. When asked by staff, all students are required to show their I.D. Card/ A.S.B. Card and give their correct name. Students must have their ASB/I.D. cards on them at all times. BULLETIN BOARDS, SIGNS, AND POSTINGS All signs or other postings displayed at school must be approved through Mrs. Martin, administrator in charge of school activities. No signs or postings should be affixed to walls, windows, doors, or other non-bulleting board space unless specifically approved for such display. FEES AND FINES Optional fees may be required in some classes and for different activities at GKHS. Contact the ASB office for specific fee information. Fines, or replacement costs, are assessed for lost school items, damaged school property, overdue library books, unpaid fees, unreturned items from school fundraisers, stolen school property, and other reasons determined on a case-by-case basis. Student with outstanding fines will not be given class schedules, diplomas, transcripts, or other school information until fines are paid in full. Students who claim to have paid a fee or fine that still shows on school records must produce a receipt for the payment in order for the charge to be forgiven.

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ACTIVITIES All students are encouraged to participate in music, drama, student publications, athletics, student government, and the many co-curricular and extra-curricular activities and clubs sanctioned by the school. Non-ASB, student-initiated groups are permitted at GKHS, and students interested in forming such groups should contact the ASB Office for information. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS (JUST TO NAME A FEW) DECA Newspaper Student Council Cheerleading Drama Band/Choir World Language Clubs National Honor Society Yearbook

DANCES Traditional dances include: Homecoming, Junior Prom (Formal), and the Senior Ball (Formal). Additional dances may be sponsored as fund-raising activities by classes or school organizations. DANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Students must have student ID to enter. • Once admitted, students may not leave and re-enter for any reason. • All building and district policies apply during school dances. • School dress code will apply and no clothing may be removed. • No pelvic thrusting, groping, or simulated sex acts. • Students may not bend or dance in a position that is suggestive or inappropriate. • Violation of building and/or district policies will result in disciplinary action.

LETTERS Students are able to earn both athletic, activity, and community service letters at GKHS. Letters are earned based on criteria developed by each coach, activity advisor, and ASB. In order to be eligible to earn a letter, students must have purchased an A.S.B. Card. ATHLETICS 683-6173 GKHS competes in the south division of the South Puget Sound League and abides by the rules of the league and the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (W.I.A.A.) with regard to sportsmanship, eligibility, and competition. To be eligible for sports at GKHS, students must meet the following requirements: Pass four out of six classes, have

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purchased an A.S.B. Card, no outstanding fees or fines, a current physical exam on file, parent permission to participate, and be a student in good standing regarding student code of conduct. Additionally, a $35.00 fee to participate must be paid upon being selected to the team.

Participating in athletics is an excellent way to get involved at GKHS. Our coaches, student athletes, and teams have been recognized for the athletic prowess, sportsmanship, and academic excellence. The following is a list of sports & coaches by season.

FALL SEASON WINTER SEASON SPRING SEASON

Cross Country: Boys – Ryan Zackula Girls – Sue Elliott

Basketball: Boys – Brian Streleski Girls – Dave Andersen

Baseball – Bill Melton

Football – Eric Kurle Wrestling – Scott Stirts Fastpitch – Vera Wright Golf: Boys – Ryan Kennedy Girls – Tina Scansen

Bowling – Mike Stallman Track: Girls – Mark Conrad Boys – Ryan Zackula

Soccer: Girls – Steve Johnson

Soccer Boys – Steve Johnson

Swimming – Girls - TBA Tennis: Girls – Stephan Green

Tennis: Boys – Phil Misley

Volleyball – Loni Ainsle Cheer – Kortnie Karppinen

FOOD PROGRAM & CAFETERIA 683-6194

CAFETERIA/COMMONS AND FOOD Students seeking free or reduced lunch may do so through the Cafeteria staff. Students may have food and beverage items in the Student Commons only. Food and beverages are not allowed in non-eating areas such as hallways and classrooms. LUNCH TIME GUIDELINES Please remember to respect yourself and others during the lunch period. Students pick up their trash and wait patiently in food lines without cutting. GKHS has a closed campus which means you may not leave designated eating areas during lunch.

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PRE-PURCHASE OF MEALS Students may put money in their account during the morning breakfast. Meals may be purchased through the Child Nutrition Office using Visa, MasterCard and Discover cards. Bank debit cards can not be used. The CN office will notify your student’s school regarding the number of meals purchased. FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH Applications for free and reduced lunches are available in the counseling office. The forms must be filled out and processed by the Child Nutrition Office before the services will be put into place. There is usually a 48 hour wait once the forms are turned into the office.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES All students at GKHS are expected to know and abide by the rules and expectations of the school and the school district as outlined in this school planner and in the district’s Student Rights and Responsibilities pamphlet. Students will be held accountable for the rules outlined; claiming to not know about a rule does not excuse a student from the consequence. DISCIPLINE All students are responsible for their own behavior and actions at school and will be held accountable for the rules and expectations as set forth in this planner and the Bethel School District Board Policy #3240 and the Student Rights and Responsibilities pamphlet. Violations of school rules at school, at school-sponsored activities, or in areas under school jurisdiction will be dealt with as follows: PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE Progressive discipline is a term used to describe the procedures that are followed whereby a student who has repeated offenses at school is disciplined more severely for each new offense. Likewise, progressive discipline means that a student who has committed an offense in one category above may be disciplined at the second step if he/she commits an offense in another category. FIREARMS It is unlawful for any student to carry onto any school premises, school provided transportation, or areas with facilities being used exclusively by public school any firearm or weapon. Students who violate the firearm policy will be expelled from school for a minimum of one calendar year in accordance with RDW 28A.600.420. Parents must be notified of the imposition of the expulsion and their right to hearing and appeal. The principal or designee shall notify appropriate law enforcement personnel of known or suspected violations of the firearms policy. (Policy 3249) A Drug Enforcement Dog will periodically be used to search GKHS facilities.

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CHEATING Cheating is by definition an action done by a student to supply work for another student, or turn in work, use work, or rely on work that is not his/her own other than in circumstances clearly understood to involve collaborative or group learning. The judgment of the teacher or staff member who discovers cheating is final. In the first instance of cheating, the student will receive an F grade for the work involved and receive disciplinary action along with a parent conference. Subsequent cheating will result in progressive disciplinary action including loss of credit for course. ACADEMIC NON-PERFORMANCE GKHS emphasizes the importance of learning. Improving performance requires effort and cooperation at all levels. Disciplinary action may occur to a student for academic non-performance, which may include one of the following:

• Failure to demonstrate consistent on task behavior • Failure to extend sufficient effort to progress in subject matter • Failure to turn in daily assignments on a consistent basis • Failure to attend school on a regular basis

FIGHTING Fighting is defined as any confrontation, touching, scuffing, “stepping up,” or fisticuffs done to intimidate, subdue, or injure another person. At GKHS, any student engaged in fighting for whatever reason will be suspended. Also, any horseplay, mock fighting, or instigation of fighting may result in suspension. Watching or supporting a fight will result in a suspension. HARASSMENT, BULLYING, AND HAZING Harassment and bullying are defined as unwanted putting down, pestering, taunting, touching, following, inappropriately joking about, looking at, or otherwise making another individual feel threatened or uncomfortable. Hazing is defined as doing things to or making another person do things as part of an initiation, to make him/her look silly or stupid, single him/her out, or otherwise subject him/her to ridicule or degradation by others. Gestures, looks, and voice intonation that are intended to disrupt, put down, show aggression, or harass are not permitted. In accordance with Bethel School District Board Policy #3207, any student engaged in harassment, bullying, intimidation or hazing for whatever reason will be suspended or expelled. DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION School is not the place for excessive, overt displays of affections, such displays are prohibited and subject to disciplinary action. The general rule of thumb is that behavior at school should mirror that of a professional job site. Displays of Affection could also be considered an act of harassment.

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PROFANITY/INAPPROPRIATE LANGUAGE Profanity is never acceptable at GKHS. Likewise, racist, insulting, inflammatory, and derogatory language is not tolerated. Students who use such language will be subject to disciplinary action. BUS CONDUCT School bus transportation is provided to students for their convenience and safety. Students who disrupt or jeopardize the safety of bus transportation are subject to discipline and/or revocation of bus-riding privileges. Additionally, bus loading areas, bus stops, and areas around them are under the jurisdiction of the school, and disruption or misconduct by students there may result in intervention by the school. ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT Electronic devices such as radios, walkman-type players, MP3 players, i-pods, tape decks, beepers, pagers, laser pointer, walkie-talkies, cellular telephones, electronic toys/games, calculators with games, portable DVD players and other assorted personal electronic devices are not permitted at school. If such equipment is being used and/or is visible it will be confiscated. Equipment will only be relinquished to the students’ parent/guardian. Students who continue to bring such equipment to school are subject to disciplinary action. Lost or stolen equipment is not the responsibility of the school. SKATEBOARDS, SCOOTERS, BICYCLES AND TOYS Skateboards, scooters, and toys that move are not permitted at school at any time night or day. Bicycles are allowed but must be walked once on campus and parked in designated bike racks.

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USE OF BUILDING TECHNOLOGY GKHS allows students access many computers throughout the building. The use of district computers and access to the network is covered by Bethel District Policy #2022. On-line access to the Internet requires that students sign an affidavit that they understand their responsibility to work in cyberspace, following rules and expectations established by the school. Internet Code of Conduct: All use of the Internet must be in support of education and research and consistent with

the purposes of the Bethel School District. Chat rooms and e-mail are prohibited. Any use of the network for commercial or for-profit purposes is prohibited. Extensive use of the network for personal and private business is prohibited. Network accounts are to be used only by the authorized owner. Sharing of this

information with others is grounds for deleting the individual as a user. Users shall not intentionally seek information on, obtain copies of, or modify files,

other data, or passwords belonging to other users, or misrepresent other users on the network.

No use of the network shall serve to disrupt the use of the network by others; hardware or software shall not be destroyed, modified or abused in any way.

Malicious use of the network to develop programs that harass other users or infiltrate a computer or computing system and/or damage the software components of a computer or computing system is prohibited.

Hate mail, harassment, discriminatory remarks or other antisocial behaviors are prohibited.

The illegal installation of copyrighted software is strictly prohibited. Use of the network to access or process pornographic material, inappropriate text files,

or files dangerous to the integrity of the district’s local area network is prohibited. The district and building administration will determine on whether specific uses of the

network are consistent with the acceptable use practices. We reserve the right to monitor use and reserve the right to remove a user’s account at anytime. Students violating the Internet Code of Conduct will be subject to disciplinary action.