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ALEXANDER HIGH SCHOOL 2018-2019 STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK

6500 Alexander Parkway, Douglasville, GA 30135 Phone: 770.651.6000 Fax: 770.920.4514 Website: http://ahs.dcssga.org

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Douglas County School System 2018-2019 Official Calendar: Calendar Adopted March 20, 2017

Semester 1

July 4…………………………… Holiday for All: System Closed July 18…………………………. 205, 210, 215 Employees Return July 25-27 ............................... New Teacher Orientation Aug1-3,6,7.……………………..Preplanning Aug. 3 ..................................... High School Back to School Bash-times vary Aug. 6 ..................................... 4:30-6 p.m. Elementary School Sneak a Peek Aug. 6 ..................................... 5:30-7 p.m. Middle School Sneak a Peek Aug. 8 ......................................First Student Day Sept.3 ......................................Holiday for All: System Closed Sept. 11 .....................................Progress Reports, Elementary and Middle School Oct. 5 .......................................Grading Period Ends, Elementary and Middle School Oct. 8,9.. ................................ Student/Staff Holidays (Except 240 Day Employees) Oct. 12 .....................................Report Cards, Elementary and Middle School Oct. 12 .....................................Progress Reports High School Nov. 6.......................................Student Holiday; Teacher Work Day (Election Day) Nov. 14……..............................Progress Reports, Elementary and Middle School Nov. 19,20............................... Student /Staff Holidays (Except 240 Day Employees) Nov. 21-23……….................... Holidays for All: System Closed Dec 19 ………………………….Semester Ends; End of Grading Period Dec. 20….………………………Student/Staff Holidays (Except 240 Day Employees) Dec. 21-Jan 1…………………..Holidays For All: System Closed Semester 2

Jan. 1 ..........................Holiday: System Closed Jan. 2 ..........................Teacher Work Day; All Staff Returns Jan. 3 ..........................Students Return, Second Semester Begins Jan. 4 ..........................Report Cards Issued Jan. 21 ........................Holiday for All: System Closed Feb. 6...........................Progress Report for Elementary and Middle Feb. 18-20 ...................Student /Staff Holiday (Except 240 Day Employees) Mar. 15 ........................Grading Period Ends, Elementary and Middle Schools Mar. 20……..................Report Cards, Elementary and Middle Schools Mar. 20…………………Progress Reports; High School Apr. 8-12.………………Holidays For All: System Closed Apr. 24………………… Progress Report for Elementary and Middle School May 21,22 ................... ½ Day High School Early Release May 23,24 ................... ½ Day Early Release, All Students May 24 .........................Last Student Day May 24 .........................Report Cards, Elementary School May 25 .........................LSHS Graduation at Univ. of West Ga, 1:30 p.m. May 25 .........................CHHS Graduation at Univ. of West Ga, 6 p.m. May 26 .........................AHS Graduation at Univ. of West Ga., 9 a.m. May 26………………….DCHS Graduation at Univ. of West Ga., 1:30 p.m. May 26………………….NMHS Graduation at Univ. of West Ga., 6 p.m. May 27………………….Holiday for All; System Closed May 28-30…..……........Post-Planning May 28………………….Report Cards mailed this week, Middle and High School June 6…………………..Last Day for 205 Day Employees June 13…………………Last Day for 210 Day Employees June 20…………………Last Day for 215 Day Employees

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WELCOME Welcome to Alexander High School for the 2018-2019 school year. Many opportunities are available and waiting for each student at AHS. We take pride in our school by offering various courses, and we have an excellent teaching staff. The key to success in school lies with you, the student. If you will follow these simple, yet very important steps, your year at AHS will be very successful.

1. Attend school daily and be on time to each class. 2. Come to class prepared. 3. Be aware of and follow all rules. 4. Respect fellow students, teachers, administrators and staff (to treat others the way you wish

to be treated).

AHS GOAL STATEMENTS

Guide students to achieve intellectually, socially, physically, and creatively.

Guide students in comprehensive preparation for meeting the complexities of post-secondary education, the technology of the world of work, and the stress of daily living.

Encourage students to develop a knowledge of and respect for the history and laws of their home, state and nation and to instill in them an appreciation of social action and responsibility.

Develop students’ knowledge and awareness of their cultural backgrounds, and those of others.

Create an environment conducive to learning through a setting that is safe, caring and well-disciplined.

Make students life-long learners.

Guide students in the development of self-control and self-direction.

Facilitate communication between the school and community.

Maintain a highly qualified staff.

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Alexander High School is to provide a positive learning environment for every student, offering each the opportunity to gain proficiency in all skills necessary for meeting future goals. All staff is dedicated to working to aid students in establishing a love of learning, acquiring the ability to communicate effectively, making rational decisions, and developing values that will enable them to lead productive lives in an ever-changing and complex world.

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BELIEF STATEMENTS We believe that:

Parents, students, teachers, staff, administrators, and community members share in the responsibility of providing an educational environment that is conducive to learning through a setting that is culturally diverse, safe, nurturing, and well disciplined.

A highly committed and qualified faculty and staff, an involved and dedicated family, and a supportive community are necessary to effect continuous improvement of a quality education that blends academic knowledge, technological/career skills, creativity, social awareness, and commitment to personal wellness.

Communication between the parents, school, and community is necessary in the development of students who will be able to assume a productive place in society once they graduate.

A quality education and the development of individual talents is the democratic right of every student.

The goals and expectations for student achievement should guide the development and instructional design of the curriculum in order to meet the complexities of post-secondary education, the technology of the workplace, and the stress of daily living.

A variety of methods and instructional strategies should be provided to support the various ways in which students learn.

Evaluation and assessment of student learning should provide every student with various opportunities for improvement.

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ADMINISTRATION Nathan Hand, Supervising Principal Stephen Beatty, Assistant Principal Rob Alford, Assistant Principal Kenja Parks, Assistant Principal Chris Small, Assistant Principal FACULTY Adair, Lee Ellen Special Education Chair Alexander, Molly Special Education Arnold, Mark JROTC Auberger, Julie Haven Academy Barker, Nick Haven Academy Baxter, Rikki Lynn Physical Education Becigneul, Leigh English Boehman, Brandon Social Studies Boehman, Kimberly Media Specialist Britton, Wittne Math Brown, David Haven Academy Broyles, Rocio Foreign Language-Spanish Burg, Maggi Math Campbell, Spencer Math Cann, Ivy Social Studies Chair Cann, Jason Social Studies Chambliss, Neal Math Chandler, Sandra Chorus Chapman, Julie Business Education Chair Claiborne, Melissa Business Education Cochran, Carrie Family and Consumer Science Cochran, Daryk Fine Arts-Visual Arts Cole, Amy Foreign Language-French Cole, Karrie Science Collier, Sharon JROTC Combs, Matt Math Conn, LeAnne Math Crawford, Jamey Foreign Language-Spanish Cuellar, Jose Foreign Language Chair-Spanish Daniel, Andy Fine Arts Chair Davis, Michelle Science Davison, Jeff Science Chair DeAngelis, Bryan Special Education Dickinson, Robyn Special Education Douds, Tara Special Education Evaluator Gibbs, Amanda Math Gibbs, Evan Social Studies Graham, Zack Physical Education Green, Lisa English Haines, Tonya Math Chair Higginbotham, Ben Science Hilicus, Stephanie Special Education Hoffman, Elizabeth Family and Consumer Science Hollis, Rick Social Studies Jackson, Alice English Jarek, Pam Special Education Jaye, Brooke Math Jeffcoat, Julie Business Education Jones, Mikey Special Education Jordan, Angelia Social Studies Kennedy, Karen English Kirkpatrick, Sue Special Education Laver, Kim Science Leach, Sarah English Levy, Lisa Haven Academy Marietta, Edward Social Studies Marietta, Sarah Math Martin, Greg Special Education

Mastin, Jennifer SAT/ACT Prep Mathis, Leah Social Studies McAdams, Lora Math McGraw, Brava Haven Academy Miller, Heather English Miller, Ruhamah Haven Academy Moistner, Sean English Monroe, Jaime Special Education Moran, Joseph English Morrison, Donna English Morrison, Freddie CTAE/Agriculture Mouton, David Science Nantz, Heather Social Studies Osment, Alexis Science Osment, Austin Physical Education Osterhoudt, Peggy Science Owens, Michael Business Education Palmer, Angela Health Occupations Palmer, Tracy Social Studies Parham, Richard Law & Justice, CTAE Chair Pendley, Stephanie Business Education Perry, Holly Social Studies Pierce, Matt Physical Education Rager, Debbie English Chair Rascoe, Emily Special Education Redding, Dean Special Education Ritchie, David Social Studies Robinson, Ben Math Robinson, Brian Social Studies Robinson, Valli Media Specialist Chair Rodgers, Sharon Speech Therapist Romain, Zach Physical Education Rowe, William Science Royal, Anna English Sanders, Kyle Special Education Sanford, Kim English Sizemore, Ryan Special Education Slate, Jason ISS Smith, Jennifer Science Stanley, Lee Social Worker Strawn, Joel Special Education Sundberg, Rebecca Foreign Language-French Swinney, Dionna Math Thornton, Karen English Tolbert, Danielle Haven Vickers, Shelia Technology Walker, Courtney Family and Consumer Science Watts, Kelby Physical Education Wells, Derall Special Education White, David Fine Arts-Band Whorton, Marissa Science Wilbourne, Tamera Foreign Language-Spanish Williams, Jeremy Math Wilson, Anson Auto Tech Yates, Mike Physical Education Yates, Oneal Physical Education Young, Natalie Math GUIDANCE Blackstone, Mitzi- Counselor Gamel, Sherry-Completion Counselor Warrington, John 9th Wray, Omar 10th-12th Wright, Sophia- Counselor 10th-12th

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SUPPORT STAFF Alcarez, Jodi Office Manager Brothers, Vicki Haven Para Pro Brown, Marie Records Clerk Brown, Tami Special Ed Para Pro Cannon, Tommy Haven Para Pro Cantrell, Ambra Special Ed Para Pro Carter, Andre Haven Para Pro Commings, Peggy Special Ed Para Pro Dowda, Bethany College and Career Center Duncan, Michelle Special Ed Para Pro Foster, Melissa Attendance Clerk Foulks, Christy Special Ed Para Pro Goins, Carmala Special Ed Para Pro Hanson, Cherelyn Haven Para Pro Hobbs, Carmen Special Ed Para Pro Kimbrough, Kristy CTAE Clerk McLarty, Melanie Bookkeeper Morris, Bonnie Special Ed Para Pro Painter, Tracy Curriculum Secretary Railey, Jeff Special Ed Para Pro Redmond, Beverly Haven Para Pro Ringstead, Heather Haven Para Pro Saunders, Dana Special Ed Para Pro Shealey, Nicole Student Affairs Clerk Smith, Dallas Special Ed Para Pro Smith,Niki Receptionist Spencer, Rachelle Media Center Clerk Townsend, Suzie Special Ed Para Pro Weigner, Michael Haven Para Pro Wise, Pam Special Ed Para Pro PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS Band Boosters- Len McGraw Performing Arts – Chris Owen PTSO President – Michelle Volk

ALMA MATER Alexander High, we hail to you our Alma Mater true. You stand for truth and dignity and pride in all we do. And through your halls we hope that all who pass –

will feel success each day. We each will strive for excellence to make a better way. Alexander High, we pledge to you our trust and loyalty

And through the years our thoughts will turn to thoughts of victory! As COUGARS we will lift you high to show we’re proud of you.

We each will strive to do our BEST in all we say and do. Words and Music by: Ms. Nancy Whittenburger. 1987

FIGHT SONG We are the mighty team from AHS and We are here to show you we’re the best! The mighty COUGARS we are proud to be! When you’re a COUGAR then you fight for victory! Now for the COUGARS we will yell and cheer – For Alexander’s victory is near because we are the best of all the rest. (WE’RE THE BEST)! A.H.S.! FIGHT! Words by Ms. Nancy Whittenburger, 1987

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AN OPEN INVITATION TO PARENTS The faculty and administration of AHS encourage parents to keep in touch with their students’ studies and activities at school. Please contact us whenever you have a concern about your student. If you need to contact a teacher, email them or call the school. During classes, a teacher cannot be called to the telephone so please leave a message on their voice mail. The teacher will return your call as soon as possible. Our website is www.douglas.k12.ga.us, under the tab labeled “Schools”. To schedule a conference with all your student’s teachers, call the Counselor’s Office. The student’s counselor will talk with you concerning the need for the conference, schedule the conference with the teacher/s, and be prepared to provide you with the desired information. At least 24 hours is needed to arrange most conferences. Counselors’ case load are broken down by grade. Dr. Wray is 10th-12th, Mr. Warrington is 9th and Ms. Wright is 10th–12th.

REGISTRATION FOR CLASSES Each student is assigned to an advisory group of approximately 20 to 30 students with a faculty member. The purpose of this program is to ensure that each student receives academic advisement during their years at AHS. Near the end of the year, a registration time will be held for the next year’s classes. Attempts are made to offer courses that are necessary for today’s changing world. Please remember that some elective classes have restrictive room. After the year begins, students must follow their printed schedule. Recommendations for classes will be made by the student advisors, counselors, and classroom teachers. But, the final responsibility rests with each student to ensure that he/she does not repeat a course for which credit has been received. At the beginning of the student’s senior year, the counselors will issue a status report to each senior to verify which courses are needed for graduation. But again, the final responsibility rests with each student to ensure graduation requirements are met.

HOMEWORK REQUESTS FOR EXTENDED ABSENCES Students or parents may request assignments if a student has been absent five (5) or more consecutive days due to illness or other excused absence and does not qualify for homebound instruction. Requests for this service must be received one day in advance of delivery. Arrangements for assignments should be made through the Attendance Office. Assignments may be picked up by parents between 3:00 and 3:30 p.m. or will be sent home with a designated student.

MATERIALS REVIEW Textbooks and supplementary materials are available for review by contacting the Main Office.

TEXTBOOKS Textbooks and other materials are supplied by the county school system and are paid for by tax dollars. They are issued to students as borrowed property; consequently, students will be held responsible for damage and/or loss of books issued to them. During the year, loss or damage charges are assessed and collected by the classroom teacher. As the year ends, collection is handled in Room 400. If a lost book is found and verified, a refund will be made to the parent. Other school property such as uniforms and athletic equipment must be turned in at the end of a season to the appropriate coach or sponsor. Charges for damages or loss will be assessed in the same manner as for textbooks. All financial obligations must be cleared or grade reports, records, and diplomas will be withheld until these obligations are cleared (O.C.G.A. 20-2-1013).

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MAKE UP WORK Make-up work must be completed in accordance with school policy. To make up work, an excused absence must be presented. A written excuse must be PRESENTED TO EACH TEACHER WITHIN THREE (3) DAYS AFTER RETURN TO SCHOOL FOR THE ABSENCE. The student should make arrangements with each teacher to make up the work missed upon return to school. THIS IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY.

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS/TRANSCRIPTS/NCAA APPLICATIONS A high school transcript must be sent with each college application. In addition, a FINAL TRANSCRIPT (showing graduation date) must be sent to the college the student will be attending as well as to the NCAA (if applicable). Arrangement for this should be taken care of by the senior BEFORE the last day of school. A fee of $3.00 for each transcript will be charged and must be paid in advance.

MONEY/PAYMENTS Checks will be taken for lunch tickets and activities, however, a separate check should be written for each purpose. There will be a $30 service charge for all returned checks and future checks will not be accepted from that student for the remainder of the school year. Students should bring correct change for items needed.

JUNIOR/SENIOR PROM The prom is sponsored by the Junior Class to honor the upper-classmen. It is a formal occasion, and proper dress and good conduct are expected. Only juniors and seniors may purchase tickets to the prom. Each upper-class student may bring one guest who does not necessarily have to be a junior or senior. Principal approval is required for anyone not enrolled at Alexander High School. NO refunds will be given for any reason.

HOMECOMING Homecoming is an annual event celebrated during the fall football season. It is sponsored by the Student Government Association to boost school spirit and honor alumni. Activities may include dress-up days, pep rally and the election of homecoming court representatives with a king and queen being chosen from the senior reps. Homecoming court representatives must meet minimum academic and behavior qualifications in order to be considered for inclusion on the court. The court and king and queen will be recognized at our homecoming football game.

CATAMOUNT YEARBOOK SALES AND POLICIES Students can order yearbooks beginning at Fall Bash through the first week of April. A full payment or partial payment with the remainder due by distribution will secure a yearbook. NO EXTRA BOOKS ARE ORDERED!

The Catamount, published by Alexander High School, is a student publication organized, produced, and executed by the yearbook staff. Staff members are high school students, and the yearbook is subject to human error. It is the product of an academic elective program, and ethical and legal guidelines must be followed. Journalistic in nature, the yearbook serves as a public forum which informs and entertains its audience in a broad, fair, and accurate manner on subjects of student life, academics, clubs, and sports. The entire student body of prospective readers constitutes the target audience for the book, with secondary audiences including school personnel, community members, and other scholastic journalism groups. Content focuses on topics that cover the majority of students.

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SALES POLICIES

The yearbooks are sold at $75.00 for the “early bird” special price with a free name plate if purchased at Fall Bash only. The price increases to $80.00 after Fall Bash until October 19th; add $5 for name plate. The price increases to $85/90 with name plate until December 19th. No name plates can be ordered after December 19, 2018. $90 from December 20th until April 5th. April 5th is the last day to order online. After spring break, the price is fixed at $100, cash only, until sold out.

If a purchased book is not picked up within one year of purchase, it becomes the property of the yearbook staff.

No refunds for the full price of the book will be given for any reason.

Receipts are given at time of purchase. Purchasers should keep their copy of the receipt. It is the student’s responsibility to provide proof of purchase.

SENIOR CONGRATULATORY ADS: The parents, family, or friends of any graduating senior are invited to purchase a congratulatory ad honoring their special student(s). Senior congratulatory ads must be purchased by October 19, 2018 using the website www.yearbookordercenter.com and school order code 1235. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to purchase the ad online, create the ad, and then submit it via the website given above. Ads are subject to final approval by the senior editorial staff. SENIOR AD PRICES: All pages of the book are full color. A full page ad is $300; half-page is $200; 1/4-page is $125; 1/8-page (business card sized) is $75. Ads must be purchased and uploaded/submitted by Friday, October 19, 2018. Ad content is subject to approval by the editorial staff. If content does not align with the standards of the book, ads will be declined No ad will be placed/printed that is not paid for or submitted electronically using the following website/school code: www.yearbookordercenter.com school order code 1235. REFUNDS: No refund for advertising will be given unless an ad is inadvertently omitted and proof of purchase/receipt has been provided. Parents and friends of seniors submit a congratulatory ad at their own risk with the understanding that the Catamount, published by Alexander High School, is a student publication organized, produced, and executed by the student yearbook staff. No nudity, questionable photographs, or inappropriate messages will be published that do not meet the standards of the publication. SENIOR POLICIES

It is the senior’s responsibility to have a photo made by Cady Studios (www.cadystudios.com). If a photo is not made over the summer, seniors will have an opportunity to be photographed at AHS on July 20 and July 21 with an appointment only. Students will need to contact Cady Studios at the website or call 1.800.547.6237 to set up an appointment. It is the student’s responsibility to make an appointment. Because of strict deadlines with Herff-Jones, seniors who do not have their senior photo made with Cady Studios by October 19, 2018 will not be in the senior section of the yearbook.

The Catamount staff will allow a student to appear in the senior section of the yearbook once. Typically, students enrolled in their fourth year of high school will be placed in the senior section, unless the student/parent/guardian contacts the yearbook advisor and asks for different placement.

If photographed in the summer or by August 8th, seniors will have the opportunity to select the picture that will be placed in the senior section of the yearbook. The yearbook senior editors will use the student name from Infinite Campus unless student /parent submit in writing (ahsybk@gmail.com) the preferred name before October 19th, 2018. For editing purposes, no revisions are permitted after the page has been submitted to the publisher. If errors are not recognized and corrected by the senior, all liability falls upon the senior. Students see the senior section editors in Rm 107 during 7th/8th period by October 19th, 2018, to verify/review their name.

All photos included in the senior section must be made by Cady Studios at scheduled times offered through October 19, 2018. No other photos will be accepted. The senior will choose a formal pose (men tux/bowtie; women drape) with a blue background from Cady Studios. Students are able to choose their formal pose for the yearbook by September 19, 2018; after this date, the Catamount yearbook senior editor will choose. Students

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who attend school at other facilities (i.e., Ombudsman, PLC, CCI) should contact the yearbook staff in Room 107 with questions. All information will be posted on the school website.

OBITUARY POLICY In the event of the death of a student, faculty or staff member, the yearbook staff will acknowledge the death by providing a memorial of the individual. No reference will be made as to cause of death. The student’s name as well as a memorial statement (i.e., In Loving Memory of…., etc.) will be included. GENERAL YEARBOOK PUBLICATION POLICIES

The yearbook staff reserves the right to edit all material submitted for publication. Changes and omissions are made only according to journalistic standards.

Any misspellings are accidental. The Catamount, published by Alexander High School, is a student publication organized, produced, and executed by the student yearbook staff and is subject to human error.

No public apologies, written or oral, will be made regarding the finished product.

The official school photographer is Cady Studios at www.cadystudios.com or 1.800.547.6237

All underclass and senior portraits, as well as group sports shots, must be taken by this studio to be eligible for placement in the book. If different photographers are used by other school organizations (pending administrative approval), it is the organization’s responsibility to make them available to the staff.

Herff Jones is the publisher. The sales representative is Jenny Watson (770-778-5851). The school signs a one-year contract with the publisher.

The yearbook staff operates on a budget of approximately $72,000 per year. All funds are deposited into the yearbook account held under the school’s name. Melanie McLarty, school bookkeeper, is the business contact concerning funds.

CAFETERIA PROGRAM AHS provides a breakfast program for students before first period daily. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the nutritional breakfast. BREAKFAST PRICES Regular price 1.25 Extra milk .60 Reduced price .30 Adult price/2nd lunch 1.65 LUNCH PRICES Regular price 2.50 Reduced lunch .40 Adult staff/2nd lunch 3.25 Adult guest 3.50

CAFETERIA AND COURTYARD USE Students must report to the cafeteria during the assigned lunch period. This time is considered the same as class time and students must report on time. Students at lunch may use only the restrooms located immediately outside the cafeteria. WE WILL NOT HAVE ANY LUNCH CHARGES. Returned checks will be handled through the Board of Education.

CHECK IN/CHECK OUT A student who is on school property, in the building, or in the parking lot must sign out in the Attendance Office when leaving school before or during the regular school day. There is a 3:30 p.m. cutoff for check-outs.

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FIELD TRIPS The regular instructional programs of the school are enriched by occasional field trips during the regularly scheduled school day. Other field trips may be after school hours and on weekends (class field trips, athletic teams, band groups, and clubs traveling to and from competitions, etc.). Parent permission is required for participation. The Board of Education must approve all field trips. Code of Conduct for Field Trips: Students who are on a field trip as designated above must adhere to the Douglas County Code of Conduct. State Standards limit the number of day/classes to ten that a student may be out for student activities such as field trips. Students and individual teachers are responsible for checking with the Attendance Clerk to make sure a student does not exceed the limit. Other trips sometimes use names that might be associated by some with the school. The school and school system does not sponsor any tours or cruises. Students who participate in these activities are dealing with private companies.

TELEPHONES Classes will not be interrupted for student messages except in the case of an emergency (determined by a principal). If a student needs to make an emergency call, the student must get a pass from the teacher and report to the Attendance Office. Although we will attempt to deliver all messages to students, those messages received after 2:45 may not be delivered.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES Electronic devices, including cell phones, are not permitted during instructional time, unless a teacher has authorized use. Alexander High School is not responsible for lost or stolen cell phones. Students will be assigned discipline for subsequent infractions.

PERSONAL PROPERTY Electronic devices and other personal items shall be the responsibility of the student. Alexander High School is not responsible for the loss or theft of items that are restricted from the school environment. The loss or theft of items that students bring to the school will not be investigated by school or Sheriff’s Office personnel.

PORTAL GRADEBOOK Portal gradebook for parents is now available. This will allow you to check grades, attendance and report cards for your students. To receive your login and create a password, you will need to visit the Douglas County School System website by using the following link: www.dcssga.org. Click on the tab labeled “Parents” to access “Infinite Campus Parent Portal”.

DELIVERIES Deliveries sent to school for students on special occasions may be picked up in the Main Office during class change or lunch.

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STUDENT LOCKERS – Responsibilities and Valuables Students are encouraged to rent hall/gym lockers to secure personal belongings. The student renting the locker will be held responsible for the locker and its contents. When students paying for the locker withdraw, the locker must be cleaned out. School personnel will throw anything left in the lockers away. Sharing lockers is not permitted. Students are responsible for contents of locker assigned. Lockers may be rented for $5.00 per school year.

GYM LOCKERS Lockers in gym dressing areas for physical education students are used FOR FREE. All students are encouraged to participate. THE SCHOOL DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOST OR STOLEN ITEMS THAT ARE LEFT IN THE LOCKER ROOM. We encourage each student to use a lock to protect valuables when using a locker. Students are discouraged from bringing excessive amounts of money to school. Alexander will not assume responsibility for money brought to school.

BUS NOTES In order to ride a bus other than the one assigned, written permission signed by a parent/guardian must be turned into the Main Office before 8:30 a.m. A phone number must be provided in case verification is needed. Students will not be allowed on an unassigned bus without the proper form signed by the Principal.

MEDIA SERVICES All students are encouraged to use the Media Center. The primary function of the Media Center is to serve as a reference area for study and research. It is necessary, therefore, to establish and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning. Any behavior which interferes with the learning process is not appropriate and will not be allowed. In order to maintain an academic atmosphere, the following regulations will be enforced: Students will respect the rights of others at all times. Any disturbance (loud talking, unnecessary noise, inappropriate language, etc.) will result in the student/students involved being dismissed from the media center and/or receiving disciplinary action. In order to best serve all students at Alexander High School, no material must leave the Media Center unless properly checked out. The Media Staff reserves the right, if necessary, to check all books, book bags, coats, and other possessions to determine if any materials have been taken without permission. Students may check out 5 books at a time from the Media Center. The normal checkout period is two weeks. Back issues of periodicals, material from the information file, reference/reserve material, and videotapes may also be checked out, but these types of materials may be checked out for overnight use only. Students should make every effort to return the materials on time and in good condition. Fees for lost or damaged materials will be assigned in proportion to the damage or as determined by the replacement cost. Fines for overdue materials will be assessed as follows: Two-week checkout - $.10 per item per day Overnight checkout (reference and/or reserve material) - $.25 per item per day Overnight materials must be returned by 8:35 a.m. the following day. Notices for overdue materials will be distributed periodically. If students wish to visit the Media Center during the school day (8:35 - 3:40) at times other than that scheduled by one of their teachers, the students may do so by using a library pass. These special passes are available from classroom teachers and must be properly and completely filled out and signed by the respective teacher. REMEMBER: A PROPERLY SIGNED PASS IS THE STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY.

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Students are welcomed to visit the Media Center during their lunch period. However, if the student chooses to do so, he/she must report to the Media Center at the beginning of their lunch period and remain for the entire time. The student will need to sign in at the circulation desk upon arrival. ACCEPTABLE USE GUIDELINES FOR INTERNET USE AT AHS: The Technology Committee of Alexander High School enthusiastically supports the Douglas County Board of Education's commitment to providing Internet access to the students and staff of the Douglas County School System. We recognize the value of Internet use in an educational setting and acknowledge its tremendous potential to enhance the total learning experience. Students may not bypass the school system network or internet filter at any time. Students may not use proxy servers to “anonymously surf.” Students who bypass the network or filter may be subject to immediate disciplinary action and loss of internet and/or computer privileges. Additionally, the committee believes the thirteen conditions for Internet access established by the Board and set forth in the Internet Use Authorization Form appropriately reflect acceptable and no acceptable use. With these conditions in mind, we encourage participation in activities that utilize Internet access, and we offer the following three guidelines to assist students in determining what acceptable use is: BE SELECTIVE - Remember, the Internet is a reference tool for accessing information, but it may not always be the most appropriate tool for the situation. Often, as students, you will participate in supervised, structured activities designed for a specific purpose. But at other times, you will be asked to determine the appropriateness of Internet use in your particular situation and then, if Internet proves to be the best choice for information, you must determine the most appropriate site for your particular assignment BE CONSIDERATE - You should respect your equipment, your teachers, your classmates and other Internet users. When using information acquired from the Internet, remember to give credit where credit is due. Observe the copyright laws. They apply to Internet use just as they do to other types of reference sources. Remember, too, that this is a school setting, and you are expected to conduct your- self accordingly. BE CAREFUL - Always keep in mind that there is no such thing as privacy on the Internet. Do not divulge any personal information about yourself or others. Security is a top priority. Do not give your password to anyone and report any possible breach of security to a teacher or an administrator immediately. REMEMBER, you, the student, have agreed to abide by the conditions established for Internet access and have signed an agreement to that effect. You, and you alone, are ultimately responsible for your conduct. Furthermore, by signing the use agreement, you acknowledge that any action on your part deemed inappropriate by school officials may result in one or more of the following consequences, depending on the seriousness and frequency of the offense. FIRST OFFENSE: Issue warning and contact parent (This is the teacher's responsibility) SECOND OFFENSE: Detention or work detail THIRD AND FOURTH OFFENSES: ISS or suspension from school FIFTH OFFENSE: Deny access to the Internet for one year from date of offense

TOP 10 ACADEMIC HONORS Superior academic performance by students is recognized at Alexander by the unique Top 10 program. Students who are a part of our “Top 10” are given special recognition. QUALIFICATION: 1. The students with the top 10 numerical averages of each grade level for the previous school year will be named to the “Top 10”.

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STUDENT ATTENDANCE 1. Class begins at 8:35 and the day ends at 3:40. 2. Students who arrive after 8:40 must sign in at the Attendance Office. 1st period teachers keep the attendance until 8:40. Tardy to school is unexcused unless for the reasons found in Board Policy JBD-R(1). 3. A pass will be given to the student designating an excused or unexcused tardy. 4. Tardiness to school is cumulative per semester and discipline will be assigned per Administrative Procedure JD-R(4). 5. Students must present written excuses with a parent signature and current parent phone number (for note verification) to the Attendance Office. These notes will be accepted no later than 3 days after returning from the absence. The Attendance Office will determine if the absence is excused or unexcused and will give the student an excuse slip that the student shall show to their other class teachers. 6. Parents may excuse their child up to 10 days over the course of the school year. For each absence beyond 10, students must bring an excuse from a doctor, dentist, health center, etcetera, or court for the absence to be excused. JBD-R(1) 7. Consequences are numerous when a student misses school. Truancy may result in legal action against the student or parent. Unexcused absences may result in losing a driver’s license, or being withdrawn from school. Absences must be excused to entitle a student any makeup work. Academic success is immediately affected by attendance. TARDY TO SCHOOL PROCEDURE: 8:35am (bell) Students must be in class to be marked PRESENT 8:35am – 8:40am Allow students in class, but mark them TARDY 8:40am Students are not allowed in class without checking in at the Attendance Office 1st period teachers will be responsible for sending a referral to the Attendance Office if a student is in violation of the Tardy to School policy. Teachers will need to record the specific dates in which the student was tardy to school on the referral. Teachers need to make an attempt to contact the parent/guardian before sending the initial referral. Appropriate referral per semester: 6 tardies 10 tardies 15 tardies 20 tardies TARDY TO CLASS PROCEDURE:

- Students are given 5 minutes to report to 2nd through 8th periods. - Teachers will not accept students to class after the late bell without a pass. - Students will report to the ISS room for a Tardy Pass (other passes may be accepted that have been signed by

another teacher, paraprofessional, clerical staff or administrator). - Teachers on planning, along with administrators, will be responsible for clearing the halls and guiding the

students to the ISS Tardy Table. Administration/ISS will be responsible for writing referrals when students violate the Tardy to Class Policy. Appropriate referral per semester: 1-9 Tardies Tardy Slip Warning 10 Tardies 1 day ISS 11-12 Tardies 3 days ISS 13+ Tardies 1 day OSS

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LEAVING/SIGN-OUT PROCEDURES 1. All students needing to check out of school must present a note written by the parent to the Attendance Office when they arrive at school. Notes must include a phone number where a parent may be contacted during the morning. The note must have a date, time of appointment, place, and time to be released from school. The Attendance Office will call for the student to be released when the parent comes in to the Attendance Office to check out the student. There is a 3:30 p.m. cutoff for checkouts. 2. If a student becomes ill at school, a parent or guardian will be contacted and requested to come in person to the Attendance Office to sign out the student. Individual cases will be handled on a one-to-one basis. Students who are ill will not be permitted to walk home. Students who drive to school will be permitted to check out five times per semester without the parent having to come to school. Upon the sixth request, a parent must come in to the Attendance Office and check the student out. Any exceptions will be handled on an individual basis with prior approval made by an administrator. A picture ID must be presented before checking any student out. 3. Students who have checked out during the day will be listed on the daily check-out list that will be distributed to all teachers. All absences from the class due to early dismissal will be classified as unexcused or excused. The penalties and benefits associated with both types of absences will apply in this case also. The Attendance Office will give these students the proper absence form. It is the student’s responsibility to show it to those teachers whose classes they missed. All other checkouts will be unexcused. 4. Students cannot be checked out during pep rallies or special events unless the checkout has been approved in advance. The student must go to the Attendance Office before the program. Students will not be called out of any program. 5. If a parent or guardian cannot be reached, the student will not be permitted to check out. No student will leave the school campus during the lunch period to each lunch.

ATTENDANCE COUNTS AT ALEXANDER HIGH SCHOOL! Please be aware that school attendance is critical and being on time is imperative for success. Please read the following statistics and the initiatives we are taking to improve our school attendance.

Students with regular attendance tend to have higher achievement in school and a greater probability of success in college.

Students who are not tardy and who have regular attendance tend to have better relationships with their peers and with the staff members.

Students averaging 15 days of absence a year will miss a year of instruction by the 12th grade.

Students who are habitually tardy are developing habits and a mindset that may last a lifetime. The #1 reason people are fired is because they are late to work.

There is an absolute relationship between students who drop out of school and attendance problems during the elementary or middle school years.

On a national average, students who drop out of school tend to work within five dollars of minimum wage for the majority of their lives. Students with a high school diploma will earn approximately $240,000 more over a lifetime than a dropout and a college graduate will earn close to half a million dollars more over a lifetime.

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Procedures/Consequences for excessive absenteeism: (excused or unexcused within a school year) 15 Absences Parent/Student Conference and Attendance Contract Consequences detailed in the attendance contract may include, but are not limited to: *Revoke/Loss of parking privileges *Loss of Extra-Curricular/Club Participation *Revoke PBIS Gold/Platinum Card *Prom Participation *All Senior Activities (including but not limited to, Senior Week Activities, Field Day, Senior Breakfast, Senior Walk) 50 Absences Student will not receive course credit What can you do to make a difference? 1. Talk about school every evening as a family 2. Check homework daily (use an agenda book) 3. Bring your child in when they are late 4. Use the school bus system 5. Speak regularly with your teachers 6. Keep the Attendance Office aware of any phone number changes 7. Be aware we have an automated system calling your home number on each absence What we are doing to make a difference 1. Enforcing the Douglas County BOE and State BOE attendance rules. 2. Meeting monthly with an attendance committee and student leadership. 3. Providing incentives: a. Free parking for perfect attendance b. Monthly award drawings c. Special recognition at graduation 4. Faculty and Juvenile Court intervention 5. Poster, media, and brochure ad campaign

BATHROOM PASSES Students’ bathroom passes may be denied based on teacher classroom policies; however, if a medical condition exists, a doctor’s note must be provided to the Attendance Office at the beginning of year.

STUDENTS LEAVING AFTER COMPLETING CLASSES Students who are being picked up after school must wait in the front lobby only. Students are not allowed in the main building after school hours unless under teacher supervision FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY OR TUTORING. All students should make arrangements to leave campus by 3:40 p.m. All work-study students must leave campus immediately at the end of regularly scheduled classes. If a work-study student must return to school to pick up another student, he/she must have a signed approval form from the Technical/Career Supervisor.

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SENIORS COLLEGE AND TECHNICAL SCHOOL VISIT DAYS Students are allowed two college/technical school visits during their senior year. They count as a school activity (SA), not as an absence. Students should obtain the proper form from their counselor before their college visit. Failure to do this will constitute an unexcused absence. Students must bring from the Admissions Office proof of their visit with proper documentation on the form they received from the counselor. This should be given to the first period teacher on the day of return to school.

STUDENT PARKING PARKING FEES: 1. Due 1st week of school year or as soon as students receive their driver’s license and begin to drive on campus. 2. $50 per year PARKING PENALTIES: 1. Saturday work detail 2. ISS/loss of parking privileges 3. Impounding of vehicle at expense of owner 4. Serious or repeated violations will be referred to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. 5. Infractions related to parking or driving on campus will be treated as discipline problems and will follow discipline procedures. Driving to school and parking on campus are special privileges. Students who choose to drive to school must register the car and abide by the parking regulations. The fee for registering an automobile will be determined by School Board Policy. ALL STUDENT PARKING WILL BE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS. Students must vacate their cars upon arrival to school. Students are not allowed to park in the Teachers or Visitors Parking Lot. All students parking a car must have purchased a sticker from the Bookkeeper in Room 400. Temporary spaces may be obtained from the Bookkeeper in Room 400 also. All vehicles of students, whether registered or unregistered, are subject to search for just cause by the school administration. Students who drive a motor vehicle to school must know and obey the rules listed on the parking registration. Parking spaces may be reassigned at the discretion of the Administration. STUDENTS MAKE SURE YOU AND YOUR PARENTS READ THE PARKING CONTRACT! PARKING RULES AND REGULATIONS: 1. Each student who chooses to park a vehicle at any Douglas County School must purchase a parking permit consisting of a decal. 2. Student parking permits for available parking spaces will be issued upon an application and payment of a parking fee. No refund will be made for any days the student does not attend school in the current school year. 3. Parking is limited. No student is guaranteed a parking space. 4. A parking permit is valid only for the person to whom it is issued. Sharing of parking permits is not allowed. Each person who drives to school must have his/her own permit. 5. Alexander High School will not be responsible for any vehicle left on school grounds. 6. Parking privileges may be revoked for disciplinary reasons. Students may be required to purchase a new parking pass when disciplinary sanctions are lifted.

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STUDENTS WHO DRIVE A MOTOR VEHICLE TO SCHOOL MUST KNOW AND OBEY THE FOLLOWING RULES:

1. Each student must properly display a parking permit for the current school year. IT MUST BE VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES. 2. Driving from school grounds once you have arrived on campus is not permitted unless the student checks out properly in the Attendance Office or is on a work-study program. 3. Speeding or reckless driving on the school grounds is not permitted. Speed limit on campus is 15 mph. 4. Parking in a no parking area is a direct violation of the rules. 5. Parking at any angle or in a manner so as to utilize two parking spaces is not permitted. 6. All stop signs must be observed. Failing to stop for all stop signs is a violation of driving rules. 7. Sitting in cars once you have arrived on campus is not permitted. You must park your car and exit the parking area immediately. 8. Students may not go to the parking lot during the school day unless permission is obtained from an administrator. A pass from any other person is not valid. 9. Cars must enter and exit parking lots through proper entrances and exits at all times. 10. Any car not properly parked will be subject to towing at owner’s expense. 11. Student parking is limited to the student parking lots only. Student parking spaces are lined in white and teachers’ spaces are lined in yellow or red. 12. Operating a vehicle without a valid driver’s license is a violation of parking rules. Learner’s permit is not acceptable. 13. All State and County traffic laws must be observed while driving on campus. 14. Any damage to school property with vehicle is a violation of the parking rules. 15. Violation of certain school rules will result in loss of parking privileges for extended periods of time. (See Discipline Code in Student Handbook) 16. All vehicle accidents, which occur on campus, must be reported IMMEDIATELY to the Administrators, no matter how minor the accident may be. The driver of any vehicle will be responsible for the use of his/her vehicle while on campus and subsequently for a violation of the above Rules and Regulations by persons other than himself/herself if the offense is committed with or in his/her vehicle. Vehicle owners who utilize the school parking facility agree to maintain adequate liability insurance. Douglas County Board of Education shall not be responsible for the losses or damages to the property of users of its facilities, including loss due to bodily injury.

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OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION/SATURDAY SCHOOL The concept of the Saturday School is to allow our students to make up work after being suspended out of school in compliance with the County Discipline Code. After suspension, upon a student’s request, a form will be sent from the Attendance Office to the teachers to send assignments on the next available date(s). Since Saturday School is optional, absences from it will not be made up and unfinished assignments will be given a grade of zero. Suspensions up to 3 days shall result in one Saturday School, and suspensions beyond 3 days will result in multiple Saturday Schools. Times are from 9 a.m. until noon. Do not drop off and leave your students until you have confirmed the instructor is present.

DETENTION HALL Detention hall is assigned for various minor infractions. Failure to attend will result in further consequences.

AM Detention 7:35 am – 8:05 am, Tuesday and Thursday New Gym

PM Detention 3:45 pm – 4:15 pm, Tuesday and Thursday Room 101

SATURDAY WORK DETAIL Saturday Work Detail is assigned for various disciplinary infractions. Failure to attend will result in suspension from school. Dates TBA and are subject to change. Time 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Report to the gym lobby to sign in

IN SCHOOL SUSPENSION Assigned students report to Room 101, Monday through Friday for all 8 periods.

SATURDAY SCHOOL Saturday School is assigned to make up work for suspension, low grades, poor attendance, along with assessment reviews. Dates and teachers TBA and are subject to change. Time 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Report to 101 with books and materials

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT ELECTION RULES FOR CLASSES AND STUDENT GOVERNMENT 1. Elections for officers shall take place before Spring Break, prior to the school year in which officers are to serve. 2. Election of Freshmen Class Officers will be held within the first month of the new school year. 3. The elections shall be under the direction of the Advisor/Executive Board. 4. All candidates must attend an informational session before receiving an application packet. 5. In order for an application packet to be considered complete, it must contain all necessary signatures and three teacher recommendations. 6. All Executive and Class Level officers must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0, fewer than 10 absences (may appeal to SGA advisor) in previous semester, have no discipline referrals (may appeal to SGA advisor), and be enrolled in the Douglas County School System for one complete semester prior to running for office (GPA confirmed by Guidance Counselor). Final approval is subject to advisor and administration. 7. All representatives of SGA must be a student in good standing with satisfactory attendance determined by advisor and administration , a school leader and shall be distinguished by his/her loyalty to Alexander High School and his/her conduct. Student shall attend all SGA meetings and class level meetings, and shall bring input from his/her class regarding school issues. 8. All campaign materials must be removed from halls immediately after elections. 9. Officers must be able to commit to all SGA meeting and events as assigned by committee and advisor. If an SGA member does not do so, he or she will not be able to run the following year. 10. The SGA Executive Board consists of all Class Level Presidents. The Senior Class President is also SGA President. The Junior Class President is also SGA Vice President. The Sophomore Class President is also SGA secretary, and the Freshmen Class President is also SGA treasurer. 2018/2019 OFFICERS STUDENT GOVERNMENT EXECUTIVE Seniors Juniors Sophomores President: Kyanna Fletcher Kyana Fletcher Gracie Wilson Rhyan Brown

V. President: Gracie Wilson Tyler Benson Alexis Adkins Gabriel Mullins Secretary: Rhyan Brown Aryonna Black Sydney Branton Jocelyn Holguin Treasurer: TBD Alexis Belvin Ryan Conner Nya Herbert

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ALEXANDER HIGH SCHOOL 2018-2019 CLUBS AND CLASS SPONSORS

Class Sponsors

9th- Kerrie Cole 11th- Ms. Baxter

10th- Ms. Thornton 12th- Ms. Haines

Art Club Mr. Cochran Room 55

Beta Club Ms. Davis, & Mr. Wells Room 307

Creative Writing Club Ms. Green Room 105

Cougar Pals Ms. Baxter Gym

DECA Ms. Claiborne Room 4

FBLA Ms. Chapman Media Center

FCA Ms. Mathis, K. Boehman, K. Watts, O.

Yates

Gym

FCCLA Ms. Cochran Room 52

FFA Mr. Morrison Room 403

First Priority Mr. Strawn Auditorium

French Honor Society Ms. Sundberg Room 114

HOSA Ms. Palmer Room 53

International Club Ms. Broyles Cafeteria

JROTC LTC. Franklin Room 41

Leadership Academy Ms. Boehman Media Center

Key Club Ms. Laver Room 307

Knitting Club Ms. Sundberg Room 114

Math Team Ms. Young Room 208

NHS Ms. Robinson - Ms. Rascoe Media Center

One Act Mr. Chambliss Room M18

Rising Educators Ms. Walker Room 40C

Robotics Club Mr. Higginbotham 308

Tome Society Ms. Boehman Media Center

Scholar Bowl Mr. Gibbs Room 209

Science Olympiad Mr. Davison Room 310

SGA Ms. Swinney Room 402

Hispanic Honor Society Ms. Broyles Room 110

Skate Boarding Mr. Redding and Ms. Kirkpatrick Room 40A

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2018

Alexander High School Football Schedule

DATE OPPONENT SITE TIME

AUGUST 10, 2018 Heard County(Scrimmage) AWAY 7:30

AUGUST 24, 2018 Cedartown AWAY 7:30

AUGUST 31, 2018 Newnan HOME 7:30

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 South Paulding Home 7:30

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018 BYE OFF OFF

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018 New Manchester Home 7:30

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 Northgate AWAY 7:30

OCTOBER 5, 2018 Tri-Cities (HC) HOME 7:30

OCTOBER 12, 2018 Langston Hughes AWAY 7:30

OCTOBER 19, 2018 Creekside (Senior Night) HOME 7:30

OCTOBER 26, 2018 Mays AWAY 7:30

NOVEMBER 2, 2018 Douglas County AWAY 7:30

JV Football Schedule

Date Opponent Location Time

AUGUST 23, 2017 Villa Rica AWAY 6:00

AUGUST 30, 2017 Northgate HOME 6:00

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 Carrollton AWAY 6:00

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 BYE OFF OFF

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 Newnan AWAY 6:00

SEPTEMBET 27, 2017 East Coweta HOME 6:00

OCTOBER 4, 2017 Westlake HOME 6:00 OCTOBER 11, 2017 Paulding Co. AWAY 6:00

9th Grade Football Schedule

Date Opponent Location Time

AUGUST 23, 2017 Villa Rica HOME 6:00

AUGUST 30, 2017 Northgate AWAY 6:00

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 Carrollton HOME 6:00

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 BYE OFF OFF

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 Newnan HOME 6:00

SEPTEMBET 27, 2017 East Coweta AWAY 6:00

OCTOBER 4, 2017 Westlake AWAY 6:00 OCTOBER 11, 2017 Paulding Co. HOME 6:00

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AHS COACHES 2018/2019

Head Coach Assistants

Cross Country

Brian Robinson Jeff Railey

Jeremy Williams

Mike Camp (CC)

Anuj Dayal (CC)

Football

Matt Combs Kyle Sanders

Michael Owens

Kelby Watts

William Rowe

Edward Marietta

Austin Osment

Dana Saunders

Ryan Sizemore

Ben Robinson

Cheerleading

Lora McAdams Leah Mathis

Niki Smith

Courtney Walker

Softball

Zack Graham Jaime Monroe

Ben Higginbotham

Matt Pierce

Layne Grantham (CC)

Volleyball

Spencer Campbell Jennifer Smith

Heather Nantz

Boys Basketball

Jason Slate Greg Martin

Derrick Hairston (CC)

TJ Bowen (CC)

Adrian Summerour (CC)

Girls Basketball

Dallas Smith Jerlisa Taylor

Jessica Ellison Ben Robinson Kori Forge

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Wrestling

Sean Moistner & Daryk Cochran Nick Barker

Dave Matthews (CC)

Kyle Cadman (CC)

Dennis Callahan (CC)

Swimming

Alexis Osment

Baseball

Zach Romain Mike Yates

Matt Pierce

Wayne Allen (CC)

Boys Golf

Rick Blackstone

Girls Golf

Lee Stanley

Boys Soccer

Jose Cuellar Jeff Railey

Abner Castellanos (CC)

Girls Soccer

Justin Fitzgerald Jessie Hambrick (CC) Jason Cann

Boys Tennis

Alexis Osment & Rikki-Lynn Baxter

Girls Tennis

Alexis Osment & Rikki-Lynn Baxter

Track & Field

Brian Robinson & Jeremy Williams Steve Camp (CC)

Lora McAdams

Spencer Campbell

Anuj Dayal (CC)

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DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM CONDUCT AGREEMENT FOR ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION Participation in athletic activities is a privilege in schools and not a property right. It is to be understood by all students, parents/guardians, and coaches that the top priority is academic progress. Everyone involved in these activities will make every effort not to interfere with that ultimate goal. The purpose of this Athlete Conduct Agreement is to establish minimum standards of behavior. Therefore, coaches and/or administrators may establish rules and consequences that are more severe than those stated below. Team rules must be approved by the administration of each school. As a precondition to participate in GHSA governed athletics, the student and his/her parent/guardian agree that the following rules will apply:

VIOLATIONS and CONSEQUENCES (Violations are cumulative throughout a student’s 9th-12th grade educational career)

VIOLATION CONSEQUENCES

A.

Violation of school rules resulting in In-School Suspension (ISS) or Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) during the season.

The student may resume participation when: 1. The student is released from ISS; or 2. The student returns to school on the next school day upon completion of

OSS.

B.

Violation of school rules resulting in assignment to alternative school

Dismissed from athletics while attending alternative school.

C.

Student has been criminally charged with a misdemeanor, regardless of location or time, so long as such charges are pending or conviction is had. *

1st Offense –School administration and the coach will meet with the student and parent/guardian and discuss consequences determined by the school, which may include suspension from athletic participation. 2nd Offense – Suspension from athletic participation for 25 calendar days and a minimum of 10% of competition dates beginning with the date of the charges. 3rd Offense – Suspension of 1 calendar year from athletic participation beginning with the date of the charges. 4th Offense – Permanent suspension from athletic participation

D.

Student found to have been in possession of, or criminally charged with, the use/possession of alcohol, illegal drugs, unauthorized use/possession of prescription drugs or other behavior altering substances.*

1st Offense – Suspension from athletic participation for 25 calendar days and a minimum of 10% of competition dates beginning with the date student is found to be in possession or charged. 2nd Offense – Suspension of 1 calendar year from athletic participation beginning with the date student is found to be in possession or charged. 3rd Offense – Permanent suspension from athletic participation.

E.

Student has unresolved felony charges or felony conviction.*

1st Offense – Suspension for 1 calendar year from athletic participation beginning with the date of arrest. 2nd Offense – Permanent suspension from athletic participation.

F.

A student who commits any of the following offenses may be suspended or permanently dismissed from a team: missing practice unless excused, truancy or skipping classes, acting in an unsportsmanlike manner when representing the school, any act at school or away from school which results in any discipline by school administration, or any act at school or away from school which in the opinion of the Principal reflects in a negative manner on the school or athletic program.

* If out of season, consequences will begin on the GHSA start date for the next season with which the student is affiliated NOTE: Parent/guardian must report any criminal charge or arrest of the student and related details to school athletic director or coach within 1 week of the charge or arrest, even during school breaks. Failure to do so may result in the student being suspended from athletic participation for (1) calendar year. APPEAL PROCEDURE- Any student and/or parent/guardian wishing to appeal an athletic suspension must submit in writing through the Principal to the County Assistant Director-Student Support/Athletics the reason(s) why he/she should not be disciplined. This request will then be forwarded to the members of the review committee for their consideration. The review committee will consist of the Douglas County School System Assistant Director-Student Support/Athletics and two (2) system level administrators. Parent/guardian will be given a written statement on the decision of the committee. Student’s Signature:______________________ Date:_______ Parent/Guardian Signature:________________________ Date:________ Revised: 10/16/2012

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Liberal Arts College Preparatory Program and AP Capstone What is a liberal arts education? A liberal arts education provides a strong background in all academic areas. The curriculum includes in-depth studies in mathematics, sciences, languages, literature, social studies, and fine arts, as well as opportunities to explore technology, athletics, and life skills. Students grow in their abilities to read, write and speak effectively, and to examine ideas critically. The rigorous curriculum of the liberal arts program requires the student to stretch academically, complete homework in all classes, and meet high expectations in behavior. "It is in Apple's DNA that technology alone is not enough - its technology married with liberal arts, married with the humanities that yields us the results that make our hearts sing." – Steve Jobs, in introducing the iPad 2 in 2011 What is a college preparatory curriculum? College preparatory students complete a rigorous course of study that is consistent with the entrance requirements at public and private four-year colleges around the world. The faculty and administration at AHS believe that students should be prepared academically, physically, socially, and ethically.

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AP Capstone Diploma/Certification Advanced Placement Seminar Grade 10, 11 The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program and Alexander High School are collaborating to offer the AP Capstone Program and Credential, designed to support high school students in developing increasingly valued skills by colleges. The seminar course is composed of: Interdisciplinary Investigations and Critical Reasoning Seminar, focuses on developing inquiry skills — through writing, researching and team projects — by exploring specific topics of global relevance. Topics are selected by individual schools and are drawn from a list that includes such subjects as: alternatives to oil, endangered cultures, global climate change, integration and multiculturalism, medical ethics and priorities. Students in the seminar course are assessed through a written exam, a presentation and a team project. Advanced Placement Capstone Research Project Grade 11, 12 The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program and Alexander High School are collaborating to offer the AP Capstone Program and Credential, designed to support high school students in developing increasingly valued by Colleges. The AP Capstone Research Project is an independent mentored project culminating in a 4,500- to 5,000-word academic paper. It enables students to develop practical skills in research methodology and in managing a sustained piece of academic work. Students are evaluated on their ability to design, plan and manage a research project; collect and analyze information; evaluate and make reasoned judgments; and communicate their findings and conclusions. Students must also complete four additional AP courses

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LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE PREPARATORY DIPLOMA

All Liberal Arts College Preparatory candidates entering the program as 9th graders must earn a total of 32 Carnegie units. Students must maintain a final average of “C” in any course taken to remain in the Liberal Arts College Preparatory program at Alexander High School. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the student from the program. Students are required to take one course each year in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Beginning in 2014-2015, all entering freshman will be required to complete one Advanced Placement course in order to graduate from the Alexander High Liberal Arts College Preparatory Program.

English 4 units Foreign Language 3 unit Math 4 units Science 4 units (Must include Biology, Chemistry and Physics) Social Studies 4 units *Physical Education ½ unit *Health ½ unit

Humanities 4 units Academic Electives Fine Arts Electives Student Choice Electives 8 units

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Concentrations

A Greater Degree of Choice

The requirements of the Liberal Arts College Preparatory curriculum provide you with the foundation of your

educational experience. In addition, you will have numerous electives. You may choose to select a concentration of

courses in a particular academic area of interest or in fine arts. A concentration of three additional courses in an

academic area will result in an academic seal on your diploma when you graduate. In Fine Arts, you must complete

four classes to receive a fine arts seal on your diploma. **Courses only offered at AHS and no other DCSS school are

denoted **.

Math, Finance, Accounting & Computer Science Concentration

AP Calculus AB AP Computer Science AP Statistics Dual Enrollment Math Courses Computer Networking** Computer Programming** Computer Science Finance Advanced Accounting** Finance Business Accounting Finance Financial Services** IT Support and Services** Web & Digital Communications

Fine Arts Concentration Four courses from any of the Fine Arts areas must be completed. Courses must be selected from at least two of the five areas. Instrumental Music Choral Music Intermediate Band I, II, III, IV Beginning Chorus I, II, III, IV Advanced Band I, II, III, IV Intermediate Chorus I, II, III, IV Percussion Ensemble I, II, III, IV Advanced Chorus I, II, III, IV Beginning Guitar I, II, III, IV Women’s Ensemble I, II, III, IV Intermediate Guitar I, II, III, IV

General Music Art Music Theory Visual Arts I, II, II AP Music Theory** Drawing I, II, III Sculpture I, II, III Drama AP Studio Art Fundamentals of Drama Musical Theatre

Modern Languages Concentration Four target language courses in the same target language.

Communicative Arts Concentration AP Language AP Literature Yearbook Graphic Digital Media Dual Enrollment English Courses Broadcasting Audio/ Visual (CCI) Graphic Arts (CCI)

Science Concentration Anatomy Astronomy AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science AP Physics Chemistry Honors Forensic Science Genetics Dual Enrollment Science Courses Agriculture (Horticulture, Plant, Animal, Forestry Science)** Engineering Transportation & Logistics** Therapeutic Services Medical Nutrition & Food Science Cosmetology (CCI) Culinary (CCI) Dental Assisting (CCI) HVAC (CCI) Nurse Aid (CCI) PC Repair (CCI) Pharmacy (CCI) Welding (CCI)

Social Studies & Leadership

Concentration AP European History AP Gov’t & Politics AP Human Geography AP Macroeconomics** AP Microeconomics AP Psychology AP United States History AP World History Criminal Investigations Early Childhood Education JROTC Law Enforcement Marketing Psychology Teaching as a Profession** Tourism & Hospitality

Advanced Placement Capstone Concentration

AP Seminar** AP Research** Four additional classes from the AP courses offered at AHS.

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Alexander High School offers career and technical education programs. These programs are designed to prepare youth for a broad range of employment and further education. The following is a list of programs being offered at Alexander High school:

All career and technical education programs follow the district’s policies. The district policy is Board

Policy JAA and that policy reads “Federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, color or national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and the Perkins Act of 1998); or disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

Act of 1973 and Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990) in educational programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. Employees, students, parents and the general public are hereby notified that the Douglas County Board of Education does not discriminate in any educational

programs or activities or in employment policies.”

For general information about these programs, contact: Stephen M. Beatty Alexander High School CTAE Supervisor 770-651-6030 stephen.beatty@douglas.k12.ga.us Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Rhonda Baldwin Director of Professional Learning 770-651-2140 Michelle Ruble Executive Director, Personnel and Policy 770-651-2378

Agriculture The Criteria for admission into CTAE course is determined by the space available for all students that sign up for an Introductory level course and the amount of space in a student’s schedule. All upper level courses must have the correct pre-requisite course completed.

The Career, Technical and Agricultural Education courses “are responsible for career and leadership development of” high school students. “The CTAE department works with the nine Career, Technical Student Organizations to enrich the curriculum in the CTAE Pathways.”

Army ROTC

Automobile Transportation & Logistics

Business and Computer Science

Family and Computer Science

Healthcare Science

Law Enforcement and Justice