Luther Burbank High School Parent Handbook

2016-2017

Our Mission:

LBHS will provide the means and opportunity for an equal education for all students who attend regardless of race, color, or creed, allowing for differences whether physical, intellectual or cultural. It is the role of the school to foster the development of individual capabilities to enable each student to become the best person possible, and an effective-thinking, economically-productive citizen, aware of his or her right and responsibilities as a contributing member of society, including family, community, nation, and the world.

In order to be certain these goals are met, LBHS provides curriculum covering such diverse areas as basic skills, academics, and sequential vocational course of study. Varied extracurricular activities are also provided to help the individual student develop special talents, desirable social traits and behavior patterns, and the qualities of leadership.

Luther Burbank High School 3500 Florin Road

Sacramento, CA 97823(916) 433-5100

www.lutherburbank.scusd.edu

Table of Content

Message from the Principal………………………………………………………Page 3

Important Phone Numbers………………………………………………………Page 4

School Calendar………………………………………………………………......Page 5

Campus Enrichment Activities…………………………………………………..Page 6

Bell Schedule………………………………………………………………………Page 8

SLC Structure………………………………………………………………….....Page 9

Course Offerings …………………………………………………………………Page 10

Academic Requirements…………………………………………………………Page 12

Student Services…………………………………………………………………..Page 14

Attendance ……..………………………………………………………………….Page 17

Discipline……...……………………………………………………………………Page 18

Textbook Policy…………………………………………………………………….Page 22

Parent Involvement………………………………………………………………..Page 23

Uniform Complaint Procedures…………………………………………………..Page 25

Parent/Student/School Compact .…………………………………………………Page 26

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Message from the Principal

Dear Luther Burbank Families,

On behalf of the faculty, staff, and administrators, I would like to extend a warm welcome.  Our six small learning communities are once again set to provide students and the community with a high school experience that is rigorous, relevant, and rich.  By challenging students to develop the skills needed for college and career opportunities, they will be prepared for success after graduation. With programs such as International Baccalaureate, Student Ambassadors and Parent University, all students and parents can enjoy our dynamic and innovative school. 

Please know that you are always welcome here.  Your involvement is critical to our success.  Together, I know, we will continue to make Luther Burbank a center of pride and opportunity for the community.  I hope to hear from you and see you often.

Sincerely,

Jim PetersonPrincipal

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Luther Burbank H.S. DirectorySchool Phone: 433-5100 Fax 433-5199

ADMINISTRATIONPrincipal Ext. Room Principal’s OM Room Ext.

Jim Peterson 1011/1012 A-1-C Angee Gonzalez A-1-B 1010Assistant Principals Ext. Room

Richard Godnick 1021 A-9Belinda Kirk 1068 A-1-GSRO 1061 A-9

FRONT OFFICEPosition Name Ext. Room Fax

Attendance Supervisor Maria Valim 1031 A-1Attendance TechnicianController Fanny Cheung 1040 A-17Reception/Front Desk Sharon Hicks 1030 A-1Registrar Bryan Barton 1032 A-3-A 433-5114

SMALL LEARNING COMMUNITIESSLC Name Lead Teacher Ext. Room Counselor Ext. Room

Medical & Health Sciences (MHS) Cary Farley 1035/1036 A-2 Jim Mcgee 1054 A-5-ILaw & Social Justice ( LSJ) Victoria Stolinksi 1035/1036 A-2 DeShannus Gray 1034 A-5-CBusiness & Information Technology (BIT)

Clay Dagler 1035/1036 A-2 Janet Spilman 1053 A-5-G

Construction & Design (CAD) Pam Buric 1035/1036 A-2 Linda Ann Yang 1033 A-5-AVisual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Antoine Germany 1035/1036 A-2 Alejandro Corona 1052 A-5-FGlobal Studies (GS) Katherine Bell 1035/1036 A-2 Carol Mills 1051 A-5-ECounseling Dept. Conference Room 1056 A-5-H

STAFFPosition Name Ext. Room Cell/Fax

Athletic Director John Heffernan 1710 G-9 802-8388 (C)Bat Phone 752-7198Book Room Clerk Dina Howard 1046 A-13Boys Gym Greg Lazaga/Jerry

Glaviano1710 Gym

Cafeteria Manager Cyndi Neaves 2200 CafeteriaCareer Center Anetra Ross 1058 A-5Computer Information Center Rhonda Torres 1618 F-8 433-5529Girls Gym Julie Beall/Tameshia

White1707 Gym

GVS - Gang Prevention Miguel Campos 1066 A-10-A 433-53161065 A-10

On-Campus Suspension Richard Godnick 1078 A-18Campus Monitors 1060 A-9Librarian Jackie Proudlove 2001 LibraryParent Engagement Coordinator Juan Arroyo/Veronica

Villanueva1050/1055 A-4

Plant Manager Pablo Martin 2250 Receiving 433-5140Nurse A-14 Old Exam RoomPsychologist Tues. Christina McCarty 1079 A-14Psychologist Spec. Ed. T/Th/Fri Kris Oseski 1085 A-5-DCounseling Intern M-F 1056 A-5-GSpecial Education Terry Marks 1070 A-8Speech Therapist 2000 L-3 LibraryWorkability 1077 A14-BVisions Unlimited 1085 A-5-DAnother Choice Another Chance 1063 A-10-BAnother Choice Another Chance 1071 A-10-Foster Youth Mashae ParkerEBAYC Counselor Lee Sai Yang 1079 A-14

NJROTCCommander Tom Jones Ext. 1827 H-7 433-5145Chief William McCarty Ext. 1809 H-9Gunnie Carrie Sullivan Ext. 1807 H-7

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Luther Burbank High School Enrichment Activities-at-a-Glance

3500 Florin Road, Sacramento, CA. 95823 * (916)433-5100

Welcome to Luther Burbank High School, the home of the Titans! LBHS provides curriculum covering such diverse areas as basic skills, academics, and sequential vocational course of study. Varied extracurricular activities are also provided to help the individual student develop special talents, desirable social traits and behavior patterns, and the qualities of leadership. Here is a sampling of our activities. Watch for announcements for new enrichment activities and updates on existing ones. Good luck and have a great successful school year!

Fall* Cheerleading* Football – Men’s Varsity/JV* Soccer – Men’s Varsity/JV* Tennis – Women’s Varsity* Volleyball – Women’s Varsity* Cross Country – Men/s/Women’s

Winter* Basketball – Men’s Varsity/JV* Basketball – Women’s Varsity* Cheerleading * Wrestling

Spring* Baseball – Men’s Varsity/JV* Soccer – Women’s Varsity/JV* Softball – Women’s Varsity/JV* Swimming * Track and Field* Tennis – Men’s Varsity* Volleyball – Men’s Varsity

* Associate Student Body * LGSA * BEAST * Make it Happen* BMAD * Mien Club* Black Student Union * Monsterz Inc* Burbank Urban Garden * New Age Latinas* Burbank Social Club * NJROTC* CMC * Poly Club* California Scholarship Federation * Spirit Team/Cheer* FISH Club * Titan Cruisers * Triple C * Golf Club* Hmong Club * IB Club* International Club * Key Club* Black Diamonds *LSJ/Teen CERT

LBHS ClubsSportsLBHS Sports Department offers year round team sports opportunities

Club Rush is an exposition-style setting where students can learn more about LBHS’s clubs and sign up if interested. Club Rush is held third week of school during lunch in the Lunch Quad.

International Baccalaureate

* IB English HL * IB Spanish HL* IB History of Americas HL* IB Information Tech in Global Society SL* IB Biology SL* IB Physics SL* IB Environmental Systems & Society SL

Associate Student Body (ASB)

* New Student Orientation * Concession Stand Sports* Back2School Night * Senior Sunrise/Sunset* Weekly TGIW/TGIF * Rallies * Got Milk Competition * Club Meet & Greet Rush* Food Fair Frenzies * Can Food Drive * SLC Olympics * Homecoming Dance* Town hall Meetings * Community Service* MLK March * Recognitions/Awards* Assemblies

LBHS offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, an honors course of study that is designed for highly motivated students.  The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program is an international college education offered in a high school setting.

ASB stands for Associated Student Body. It consists of a group of students that is selected and elected to represent the entire student body of LBHS. This is the student government of LBHS. ASB consists of creative, dedicated, and responsible ASB officers and members who plan & implement or assist events.

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FYI for ParentsNavy Junior ROTC

Student Events* New Student Orientation (August) * Back to School Night* College Night * Open House (Spring)* Dances (Homecoming, Junior Prom/Senior Ball)* Academic Field Trips * Student Concerts* Various Guest Speakers * Internships* Sport Games, Meets, & Tournaments

Student Resources* ASSETS * College & Career Center

Parent Events* Back-to-School Night (September 20) * Home Visits * College Night * Open House (April)* College Financial Aid Night * Student Concerts* Teacher Appreciation Week (May)* Sport Games, Meets, and Tournaments

Parent Involvement Parent Resources* School Safety Plan Committee * ASSETS* School Site Council * Parent University* Parent-Student-Teacher Conference * Counseling Office

* Free Reduced Lunch

* Student Handbook* ASB Handbook* LBHS Calendar of Events

Academic Programs Luther Burbank provide focused and unique educational instruction built upon a high quality standard based curriculum

* Medical Health Science (SLC 2) - College prep classes embedded with Health Science.

* Law & Social Justice (SLC 3) – Focus on issues involving law and social justice with extensive trips to local government.

* Business & Information Technology (SLC 4) – Focus on all things technology with Caltrans internships & job shadows.

* Construction and Design (SLC 5) – Building, designing, & construction with the ACE Mentorship Program.

* Visual and Performing Arts (SLC 7) – Focus on music and digital media and home of Titan TV.

* Global Studies (SLC 12) – Focus on issues of global importance with the

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FYI for Students

* Responsible Citizenship* Respect & Accountability* Initiative & Discipline* Leadership training * Self-esteem and Higher Education* Summer Leadership academies * Color Guard presentations for schools, parades, local, and State Capitol events* Academic, Cyber Security, Robotics, Orienteering, Drill Competitions (local, state and national level)* Field Trips to universities and colleges* Sea Cruise: CA Maritime Academy* Meetings with high ranking local, state, and national government officials. * Community Service supporting

Navy JROTC develops outstanding cadets and citizens who take an ownership interest in their unit and community. We teach students to work hard and seek excellence in academics, athletics, drill teams and all aspects of their lives.

ASSETS –After School ProgramASSETS provide academics, enrichment programs, and family literacy that support educational development. We bring new and exciting programs that will help students develop leadership skills that will eventually help guide others to create positive social changes within their community.*Science & Math Tutoring * Careers in Agriculture* Hmong Leadership * Yearbook Design* Advance Art * Sports Leadership* Guitar * NJROTC Drill Team* Blacks Making a Difference* New Age Latinas* College Advisory *Peer Jury/Student Court* Blacks Making a Difference 180 * SAT Prep Class* Youth Leadership * Drum-line* Student Government/ASB

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LUTHER BURBANK HIGH SCHOOL2016/2017 BELL SCHEDULE

Period 0 7:07 am-8:03 amPeriod 1 8:10 am-9:08 amPeriod 2 9:15 am-10:13 amPeriod 3 10:20 am-11:18 amPeriod 4 11:25 am-12:23 pmLunch 12:23 pm-12:53 pmPeriod 5 1:00 pm-1:58 pmPeriod 6 2:05 pm-3:03 pmPeriod 7 3:10 pm-4:08 pm

Thursday/Planning Day Schedule Minimum Day Bell Schedule

Assembly/Rally Day Bell Schedule

Period 0 7:07 am-8:03 amPeriod 1 8:10 am-8:58 amPeriod 2 9:05 am-9:53 amPeriod 3 10:00 am-10:48 amPeriod 4 10:55 am-11:43 amLunch 11:43 am-12:13 pmPeriod 5 12:20 pm-1:08 pmPeriod 6 1:15 pm-2:03 pmPeriod 7 None

Period 0 7:07 am-8:03 amPeriod 1 8:10 am-8:59 amPeriod 2 9:06 am-9:55 amPeriod 3 10:02 am-10:51 amPeriod 4 10:58 am-11:47 amLunch 11:47 am-12:17 pmPeriod 5 12:24 pm-1:13 pmPeriod 6 A 1:20 pm-2:08 pmPeriod 6 B 2:15 pm-3:03 pmPeriod 7 3:10 pm-4:08 pm

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SCHOOL STRUCTURE

Luther Burbank High School is a comprehensive school themed around a small learning community (SLC) model. This model encompasses groups of core academic and elective teachers who serve a student body of 200-300 students within each small learning community over the course of four years in high school. There are 6 small learning communities on campus which are themed to a specific career pathway. Each learning community offers subject content courses in the area of: English, Math, Science, Social Science, and World Language.

In addition to the core content areas, each small learning community provides many specific career-theme electives that are available to students. By their senior year, students will be afforded the opportunity to engage in work related careers in the form of career related courses, job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships, and/or externships. Students are not limited by the small learning community they have selected during their freshmen year in career field options.

The structure of each small learning community is comprised of a lead teacher, a counselor, and 10-15 subject content teachers. The lead teacher oversees the daily operations of the small learning community, while closely working with the counselor to monitor the academic progress of students within their small learning communities. Each member within the SLC works to strengthen the curricular pathway, monitors the progress of their students, assists with providing individual academic plans for each student, and creates opportunities to increase parent involvement.

Provided below is a list of small learning communities and Lead Teacher contact information.

Small Learning Community

Lead Teacher Email

Medical & Health Sciences

Cary Farley Cary-Farley@scusd.edu

Law & Social Justice Victoria Stolinski Victoria-Stolinski@scusd.eduBusiness & Information Technology

Clayton Dagler Clayton-Dagler@scusd.edu

Construction & Design Pamela Buric Pamela-Buric@scusd.eduVisual & Performing Arts

Antoine Germany Antoine-Germany@scusd.edu

Global Studies & International Baccalaureate

Katherine Bell Katherine-Bell@scusd.edu

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Course Offerings at Luther Burbank High School(The following courses fulfill the a-g requirements for eligibility into a CSU/UC)

History2 years required, fulfills the “a” requirementGeography/ Contemporary Global Issues P Geography/Contemporary Global Issues P SDAIEWorld History P World History SDAIE (“g” requirement) U.S. History P U.S. History SDAIE (“g” requirement)IB History of Americas HL I IB History of Americas HL II (Honors)Modern Economics P (“g” requirement) United States Government PModern Economics P SDAIE (“g” requirement) United States Government P SDAIE

English4 years required, fulfills the “b” requirementEnglish 9P English 9P SDAIEAdvanced English 9P English 10PEnglish 10P SDAIE Advanced English 10PEnglish 11P English 11P SDAIEEnglish 12 P English 12P SDAIEIB English HL I (Honors) IB English HL II (Honors)Character & Scene Academic Reading & Writing*Beginning/ Intermediate ELD* Early Intermediate ELD*Intermediate ELD* Expository Reading and Writing

Mathematics3 years required, 4 years recommended at LBHS fulfills the “c” requirementMath I Math I SDAIEMath II Math II Plus Math II SDAIE Math III *EAP Math Pre-CalculusIB Math Studies SL I IB Math Studies SL II IB Math SL I IB Math SL II (Honors)

Science2 years required, 3 years recommended at LBHS, fulfills the “d” requirementEarth Science/Physical Science P (“g” requirement)Biology P Biology P SDAIEAdvanced Biology HP IB Biology SL IIHuman Anatomy/Physiology P Physics PPhysics HP (Honors) IB Physics SL IIBiotechnology* Forensics*(Bio Tech)Chemistry P Health P*IB Environmental Systems and Society SL

*Courses do not meet the “a-g” requirements

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Course Offerings at Luther Burbank High School(The following courses fulfill the a-g requirements for eligibility into a CSU/UC)

Foreign Language2 years required, 3 years recommended at LBHS, fulfills the “e” requirementSpanish 1 P Spanish 2 PSpanish 3 P Spanish Language APSpanish 5, Literature AP Spanish for Spanish Speakers ISpanish for Spanish Speakers II Hmong I PHmong II P Hmong III PHmong IV PIB Spanish HL I (Honors) IB Spanish HL II (Honors)

Visual & Performing Arts/ Technology1 year required, fulfills the “f” requirementArt P Advanced Ceramics PCeramic Art P Character & Scene PComputers Applications P Computer Science PInformation Technology P Choir PWeb Design P Band P

Electives1 year or more in college preparatory electives fulfills the “g” requirementIB Information Technology in a Global SocietyIB Theory of Knowledge (Honors)Environmental Science P

Additional Electives: Physical Education, ROP, & ROTC PC Network Support Band P.E. Freshmen/Sophomore P.E. RecreationP.E. Net Sports Soccer Weight Training Forensics (Bio Tech) ROP Media Production ROP Woodworking Careers ROP Intro to Social Justice ROP Construction Technician ROP Law & Justice ROP Criminal & Social Justice ROP Retail Sales Navy Drill 1Navy Drill 2 Navy Science 3 Navy Science 4

*Courses do not satisfy the “a-g” requirements

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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma will be awarded when ALL the following are completed: 225 total credits earned (Please see below for the breakdown of course

requirements). Satisfy Technology Proficiency Requirement Satisfy Senior Project Requirement

High School Graduation Requirements and UC/CSU (College) Requirements

Courses needed to earn a diploma Courses needed to be admissible to college (A-G)Economics ( 1 semester or 5 credits)English 9, 10, 11, 12 (4 years or 40 credits) English (4 years)Fine Arts (1 year or 10 credits) Fine Arts (1 year)Life Science (1 year or 10 credits) Biology (1 year)Physical Science (1 year or 10 credits) Chemistry or Physics (1 year required, 2 preferred)Algebra (1 year or 10 credits)Geometry (1 year or 10 credits)Mathematics (2 more years or 20 credits of upper level math)

Mathematics ( three years up to 2nd year Algebra, 4 years of math preferred)

Physical Education ( 2 years or 20 credits)World History (1 year or 10 credits) World History ( 1 year)US History (1 year or 10 credits) US History (1 year )Government (1 semester or 5 credits)Geography (1 semester or 5 credits)Contemporary Global Issues (1 semester or 5 creditsWorld Language (1 year or 10 credits) World Language ( 2 years required, 3 years or more

preferred)Senior Project College Preparatory Electives (1 or more years in the

following areas: English, Social Science, World Language, Fine or Visual/Performing Art, Mathematics)

Technology Proficiency (either passing a challenge test or passing a course)

TEST REQUIREMENTSCSU: SAT I or ACTUC: SAT I or ACT and SAT Subject Tests ( Please see your counselor for the schedule or visit www.collegeboard.com)

IMPORTANT: Please schedule an appointment with your child’s counselor to review his/her transcript regularly to ensure that he/she is 1) on track to meeting high school graduation requirements and, 2) satisfying UC/CSU College entry requirements.

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NO SOCIAL PROMOTIONS

At LBHS, students are not promoted by age or time spent in high school. Students must earn credits in order to make good progress toward graduation. As such, the following indicate each grade level and how many credits students should have to be on track toward graduation:

9th 0 (September)-44 (June) Credits10th 45 (September)-104 (June) Credits11th 105 (September)- 164 (June )Credits12th 165 (September) Credits

SPECIAL NOTE TO SENIORS

Seniors should schedule a senior transcript review with their counselors to double check progress toward graduation. It’s critical that courses are made up if credits or required classes are still missing. To be on track toward graduation, a student should start his/her senior year with at least 165 credits. Please see your counselor to see what you still need.

Graduating Mid-term: Must inform counselor by the second week of September.

GRADUATION: Walking the stage is an earned privilege, not a right. Seniors are expected to have good citizenship, attendance, and meet all graduation requirements in order to participate in commencement activities. Please attend all senior assemblies in order to receive up-to-date information about graduation and senior activities. Seniors who transfer in after the 3rd quarter may not be able to participate in commencement exercises.

GRADUATION will be the week of June 13, 2017. Rehearsal will be the same day. Rehearsal is mandatory. Location and time TBA.

MAJOR TEST DATES

PSAT Test (10th and 11th grades): Wednesday, October 19, 2016. SBAC Testing: April 24th-May 5th, 2017

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STUDENT SERVICES

COUNSELING

Counseling is an integral part of any student’s high school career. At LBHS, we believe that every student should feel safe, secure, and academically prepared to graduate from high school and matriculate toward college. Our counselors work closely with their Lead Teacher and small learning community teachers to ensure that all students are successfully making good progress toward high school completion and meeting college requirements.

Counselors are available to support students with academic, personal/social, and career inquiries. Students should schedule regular meetings with their counselor to ensure they’re making good academic progress toward graduation and college.

Counseling services include, but are not limited to: academic planning (Individual Learning Plans, transcript review, etc.) career/college exploration and outreach personal crisis counseling and group counseling mental health counseling referrals pregnant/parenting teen referrals drug/alcohol counseling referrals conflict resolution mediations facilitating parent/teacher conferences.

LBHS COUNSELING STAFF

Small Learning Community Counselor Name Room # Telephone

Extension # Lead Teacher

College Career Center Anetra Ross A-5 1058 N/ABusiness & Information Technology Janet Spilman A-5-H 1056 Clay Dagler

Construction & Design Linda Ann Yang A-5-G 1053 Pam Buric

Global Studies Carol Mills A-5-E 1051 Katherine Bell

Law & Social Justice DeShannus Gray A-5-C 1034 Victoria Stolinski

Medical & Health Science Jim McGee A-5-I 1054 Cary Farley

Visual & Performing Arts Alejandro Corona A-5-F 1052 Antoine Germany

Luther Burbank High School Telephone Number (916) 433-5100

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COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER INFORMATION

Do you know which college you want to attend after high school? What college or career is right for you? Do you know what you want to do after high school? If you’re unsure or even if you know what you want but need more information, the College/Career Center is the perfect starting point. Please feel free to visit our College/Career Center in room A5 for information on colleges, vocational trades, student job postings, and scholarship information. See Ms. Anetra Ross for more details.

Individualized College/Career Plan: Students have the opportunity to begin planning for college and career options via our web-based programs. Students are encouraged to stop by the career center and create their profile as early as their freshmen year.

IMPORTANT DATES:September – June: SAT & ACT test are taken at different times and location. Date TBA: Sacramento City School District College Fair October – November: Apply for CSU and UC colleges.January 1 – March 2nd: Apply for FAFSA.March 2nd: Deadline for submitting social security for Cal Grants.February: Apply for Los Rios Community College.

PSAT/SAT/ACT (College Entrance Tests)All 10th graders will take the PSAT in October to practice and prepare for the SAT. 11th graders are highly encouraged to take the PSAT to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship program and to prepare for the SAT.

12th graders should take the SAT and/or ACT no later than Dec. to be eligible for UC/CSU.

COLLEGE APPLICATIONFor UC & CSU college systems, start applying October 1st. The deadline is November 30th. For Los Rios Community Colleges (SCC, CRC, ARC, etc), you will apply at the end of February. Please see Ms. Ross for more details.

FINANCIAL AIDStudents must apply for Financial Aid through FAFSA and Cal Grant. Please see below for the FAFSA website. You and your parent must obtain a PIN (Personal Identification Number) in order to begin your FAFSA application. LBHS will submit your GPA for the Cal Grant application process. Both deadlines are March 2nd.

www.collegeboard.comwww.actstudent.org

www.csumentor.eduwww.universityofcalifornia.edu www.losrios.eduwww.losrios.edu/lrc/bog_steps.php

www.pin.ed.govwww.fafsa.ed.govwww.calgrants.org

SCHOLARSHIPS/ College Preparation Important Phone

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numberswww.fastweb.comwww.icanaffordcollege.comwww.google.comwww.californiacollege.eduwww.navigation101.com (10th & 11th)

FAFSA 1-800-433-3243CAL GRANT 1-888-224-7268SAT1-866-756-7346ACT1-319-337-1510

PUPIL RECORDS

Parents/guardians have the right to inspect and review their student’s educational records within 5 days of a written request. All student records contain transcripts, discipline files, health information, and test results. Please submit your request through the Registrar’s office to view all records. Copies can be obtained at 20 cents a page. You may contact the registrar’s office at 433-5100 x 1032 (Education Code 49063 and 49069).

Requests for official transcripts can also be obtained from the Registrar’s office. The first 2 official transcripts are free. The fee for additional transcripts thereafter is $2.00. Please allow 10 days for all requests to be processed.

UPDATING RECORDS

It’s the responsibility of parents/guardians to update student information. When you have a change of address, please bring a copy of your new address to the Registrar for corrections. Having current addresses and phone numbers is critical to the communication process between home and school. Please complete a new EMERGENCY CARD annually to ensure that we have the most updated information and for emergency/liability purposes. Emergency cards were mailed to all incoming 9th graders. All 10th-12th grade students will receive their new cards at the beginning of the school year.

ATTENDANCE

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It’s important that students are held responsible and accountable for their attendance at school. Punctuality is an essential skill for life and career success. As such, it’s our expectation that students at LBHS will adhere to the following guidelines:

Absence PolicyStudents are expected to be in school except for:

1. Personal illness, illness in the family, or death of a relative.2. Observance of a religious holiday that is consistent with a student’s belief.

Procedure students follow after being absentStudents are responsible for notifying the attendance office of their absence. The attendance office will authorize a “Re-admit” form upon receipt of written notification with a reason for the absence and a parent signature including a phone number. Within 5 days of the absence, the student must “Verify” the reason for not attending school. If the absence is not cleared by the time the monthly reports are calculated, it will then be too late and the absence will be considered “Unverified” and may be deemed Truant.

Tardy PolicyStudents are expected to be in their assigned seats before the tardy bell rings (with books and materials). Students who are late to class will be issued a tardy citation by a staff member with a minimum consequence of a detention.

Note: Failure to serve a detention will lead to on-campus suspension. Off-campus suspensions may be assigned to students who repeatedly fail to serve their detentions. Please encourage your student to be on time, remain in his/her classes, and serve any detention in order to prevent easily avoidable suspensions.

Truancy or Unverified Absences1. Truant [E.C. 48260] (Attendance Letter #1-Warning) Absent from school without

a valid excuse. Any student truant three or more days (18 class periods) will receive a first notice of excessive absences and is requested to improve the attendance, or clarify absences with the school.

a. A student may attend one day of Saturday School to excuse an unverified absence and mark it as a Saturday School served not a truant.

2. Repeat Truant [E.C. 48261] (Attendance Letter #2) Any student exceeding one additional day (six more class periods or a total of 24 class periods) will receive a second letter and is in serious violation of Attendance policy. It is suggested that the parent meet with staff in order to clarify any absences that are valid.

3. Habitual Truant [E.C. 48262] ( Attendance Letter #3) A student is eligible for a 3rd

letter after another day (six more class periods totaling 30 class periods). Families that receive the third letter will be given a time and date to meet with the School Attendance Review Team (SART) to discuss a remedy and sign a contract.

4. Absences that continue beyond these steps may be referred to the School Attendance Review Board (SARB) for further measure to be taken by the district.

DISCIPLINE

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Luther Burbank aims to foster a climate of learning that is safe and conducive to academic achievement. We believe that students are most successful when there are few or no distractions. Please review this list of infractions and consequences with your student.

Infractions and Consequences

Infraction Consequence†

Class Disruption Beyond Steps in Classroom Management System

1st Violation Administrative lunch or afterschool detention, phone contact

Failure to show for detention 1st Violation All day in-house detentionFailure to show for in-house detention 1st Violation 1 day off-campus suspension (minimum)Class Walk-out 1st Violation All day in-house detention

2nd Violation 1-3-day suspensionAbusive or Profane Language (in hallway) 1st Violation Administrative detention (minimum)

2nd Violation Administrative detention, parent contact3rd Violation All day in-house detention4th Violation 1-day suspension

Abusive or Profane Language in class 1st Violation Afterschool detention2nd Violation 3-day suspension

Profanity Directed Toward School Employee 1st Violation 2-day suspension

Violating Acceptable Use Policy, Visiting Inappropriate Internet Sites

1st Violation All day in-house detention

2nd Violation 1-3-day SuspensionLeaving School Grounds without Authorization (includes parking lot during school hours)

1st Violation All day in-house detention

Cutting into line 1st Violation Detention2nd Violation All day in-house detention2nd Violation 1-3-day Suspension

Forgery 1st Violation All day in-house detention2nd Violation 3-day suspension

Selling without a permit 1st Violation Confiscation and afterschool detention (minimum)2nd Violation 2-3-day suspension

Throwing Objects that Present a Danger to Physical Safety

2-5 day suspension, possible referral to SRO******

Open Defiance towards a staff member All day in-house detention (minimum)Possession of Stink Bomb 2-day suspensionUse of Stink Bomb 5-day suspensionPossession of fireworks or bullets 1st Violation 3-day suspension, referral to fire marshal and SRO

2nd Violation 5-day suspension, referral to fire marshal and SROUse of firework 5-day suspension, referral to fire marshal, request for

expulsion, referral to SROHarassment/Bullying Despite Student/ Adult Intervention

1st Violation 2-3-day suspension

Sexual Harassment 3-5-day suspension, referral to SRO, possible expulsion request

2nd Violation 5-day suspensionPossession of Stolen Property 1st Violation 3-day suspension and referral to SRO

2nd Violation 5-day suspension and referral to SROTheft or Attempted Theft of Private or School Property 3-5 day Suspension, recommended restitution or

replacement, police reportPromoting a fight Fight/Refusal to disperse during a fight

3-5-day suspension

Activating Fire Alarm 5-day suspension, referral to fire marshalCommitting an Obscene Act 3-5-day suspensionPossession of weapon/dangerous object 5-day suspension, possible request for expulsion,

referral to SROThreatening with weapon/dangerous object 5-day suspension, request for expulsion, referral to SRO

† Minimum consequence****** School Resource Officer (Sacramento police officer assigned to Luther Burbank High School)

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Extortion or robbery 5-day suspension, possible request for expulsion, referral to SRO

Causing Physical Injury to Another Person (Except in Self-Defense)

5-day suspension, possible expulsion request, referral to SRO

Fighting 1st Violation 3-5-day suspension2nd Violation 5-day suspension, referral to hearing office3rd Violation 5-day suspension, request for expulsion or involuntary

transferVandalism, Defacement, Destruction of Property 3-5-day suspension, restitution, referral to SRO

(Depending on circumstances)Attempting to Set or Setting a Fire 5-day suspension, referral to SRO, request for expulsionPulling the fire alarm as a prank 5-day suspension, referral to SRO, request for expulsionThreatening Students 3-5-day suspension, referral to SRO, possible request for

expulsionUnauthorized Entry to or Use of School Facilities 2-5-day suspensionAssault or Battery Upon any School Employee (e.g. Threatening, attempting to/or Striking, Hitting, Pushing a Staff Member)

5-day suspension, referral to SRO, request for expulsion

Possession of tobacco 1st Violation All day in-house detention2nd Violation 1-3-day suspension

Smoking tobacco on campus 2-3-day suspensionProviding any Medication 2-5-day suspension, referral to SRO, possible request for

expulsionPossession of any Controlled Substance 1st Violation 3-5-day suspension, referral to SRO

2nd Violation 5-day suspension, referral to SRO, request for expulsion/involuntary transfer

Under the Influence/Use of any Controlled Substance 1st Violation 3-5-day suspension, referral to SRO2nd Violation 5-day suspension, referral to SRO, request for

expulsion/involuntary transferSexual Assault/Battery 5-day suspension, referral to SRO, request for expulsionOffering to Sell Controlled Substance/Look-Alike Controlled Substance

5-day suspension, referral to SRO, request for expulsion

Water Fight, pouring water on another student All day in-house detention (minimum)Gambling 1st Violation 2-day suspension

2nd Violation 3-day suspension3rd Violation 5-day suspension, referral to hearing office

Reckless driving or conduct such as riding on cars, ghost riding

3-5-day suspension, referral to SRO

Wearing gang style-related clothing 1st Violation Student must immediately change clothing on campus or at home, parent conference

2nd Violation 1-3 day suspensionRefusal to identify oneself/Providing False name 2-day suspensionBypassing school network filter 1st Violation All day in-house detention, written warning, computer

rights revoked, Saturday School, referral to SRO2nd Violation 2-day suspension, computer rights revoked permanently,

referral to SROUnauthorized entry of school personnel or student computer accounts

1st Violation 5 day suspension, referral to SRO, computer rights revoked permanently

Plagiarism 1st Violation 2-3 day suspension, parent contact, academic consequence at the discretion of the teacher

2nd Violation 5 day suspension, parent contact, academic consequence at the discretion of the teacher

Unauthorized downloading 1st Violation All day in-house detention, written warning, computer rights revoked

2nd Violation 1-2 day suspension, written warning, computer rights revoked permanently

Mandatory Expulsion per State Laws

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1. Sale, possession or furnishing of a firearm2. Brandishing a knife at another person3. Selling a controlled substance4. Sexual assault or sexual battery5. Possession of explosives

Dress Code

Students are expected to adhere to the following dress code:

o Religious head coverings and NJROTC caps are allowed to be worn on campus. No other head coverings are permitted during school hours.

o Shirts must cover the waist, upper chest, shoulders, and the entire back and must not be see-through. (No tank tops, spaghetti straps, or tube tops). Basketball jerseys are permissible.

o Shorts, skirts, and loosely fitting athletic attire must cover at least the midpoint between waist and knee.

o Pants and shorts must stay pulled up to where tops of pockets and underwear are not showing. This includes not showing gym shorts, boxers, and underwear.

o Ripped jeans are permissible, so long as the rips are lower than the midpoint between the waist and knee, and/or are worn in combination with non-see-through tights or leggings.

o In addition, the following items are never to be worn on campus: Pajamas. Beanies or hoods with eye holes. See-through Tights/leggings, unless worn in conjunction with shorts that

cover at least the midpoint between the waist and knee. See-through stockings, unless skirt/shorts cover at least the midpoint

between waist and knee. Slippers or house shoes. Spiked accessories or chains of any type. Gang-style clothing or accessories*. Clothing with images or references to alcohol, drugs, sex, profanity,

violence, and/ or threats. Solid red or blue T-shirts. Clothing or accessories depicting violence or weapons. Clothing with area codes (for example, “916” or “707”). Clothing with negative references to law enforcement.

____________________* To be determined by the Sacramento Police Department and Gang Violence Suppression (GVS) based on the most recent intelligence.

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Cell Phone Policy

Cell phones must be turned off and out of sight between the first passing bell of the day and the last dismissal bell. The only exception to this rule occurs during lunch. Students may use their cellphones at lunch time, provided that they do not abuse the privilege. Cellphones must be put away immediately following the bell signifying the end of lunch. If powered on before and/or after school, phones must be set on a vibrate mode. Any student who violates this policy will have his or her phone confiscated. Refusal to comply will result in suspension from school (Education Code 48901.5). Please be aware that calling your student during the school day puts him or her at risk of disciplinary action. If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call (916) 433-5100 and dial extension “0” or “1010.”

Other Electronic Devices

Electronic devices that are not school sanctioned and related to instruction must be powered off and kept out of sight. Further, headphones and listening devices of any kind must be removed and out of sight before the beginning of first period. The only exception to this rule occurs during lunch. Students may use their headphones at lunch, but must put them away immediately following the end of lunch.  Any student who violates this policy will have the electronic device confiscated. Any student who refuses to turn over a device will face a suspension from school (Education Code 48901.5). It is the school's recommendation that unnecessary electronic devices are left at home.

Technology on campus is provided to guide and supports our students’ academic experiences on campus. Those students who misuse technology by way of unlocking the school district’s network filter, plagiarizing, and/or unlawfully entering into district assigned computers accounts shall receive a consequence. Guidelines set forth by Sacramento City Unified School District, Rules for Use of Computers and Computer Network AR 6163.4(a), require all students to follow all school rules and polices. Students who do not adhere to these guidelines with receive the following consequences noted on page 17 of this handbook.

Title IX (Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex- Including Sexual Harassment)

SCUSD and Luther Burbank are committed to maintaining a learning environment that is free from harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, or perceived sexual orientation. SCUSD and Luther Burbank prohibit the unlawful sexual harassment of any student and/or staff by any employee, student, or other person at the school or at any school-related activity. Any student who engages in harassment, sexual or otherwise, will be subject to disciplinary action.

Unlawful harassment includes, but is not limited to:-Slurs, epithets, threats, or verbal abuse.-Derogatory or degrading comments, descriptions, drawings, pictures, or gestures.

Technology Use

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-Unwelcome jokes, stories, or teasing.-Any other verbal, visual, or physical conduct which adversely affects employment, interferes with work performance, or creates anintimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.

Harassment may arise not only as a result of the offender’s intention, but also as a result of the offended person’s perception of the conduct.

Please reference Title IX Board Policy on Sexual Harassment 4119.11 (a) and 5145.7 (a).

TEXTBOOK POLICY

Students are accountable for all school property entrusted into their care. It is the responsibility of the student and /or parent for damages or loss of school property. i.e. textbooks, school uniforms, library books, and electronic equipment.

Textbooks

1. Textbooks provided for school use remain the property of the Sacramento City Unified School District. All textbooks are ON LOAN and should be covered at all times. Students are responsible for all books that have been checked-out under their student accounts. When a book is damaged or stolen, students or parents are responsible for restitution.

2. Lost, damaged, or stolen books must be paid in full by cash, cashier’s check, or money order made out to Sacramento City Unified School District. If the book(s) are found and returned, a refund check will be issued and mailed to the address on file with the school site.

3. [E.C. (48094 (a)(1)]The district may withhold the student’s grades, diploma, and transcripts until restitution is made. The student can also be denied participation in commencement activities or other school privileges, if mandated by principal and/ or designee.

4. Materials that are damaged and usable the following charges will apply:Damages % of Book Cost

Torn pages $1.00 per pageDamaged Cover 25% of book valueInk or pencil marks(major/minor) 25% of book value or $1.00Loose bindings $9.00Water damage 10% of book valueMissing pages 10% of book valueDamaged (mold, mildew, or obscenities) 100% of book valueMissing bar codes $5.00

5. At the discretion of the principal or his designee, a student may complete service hours in lieu of cash payment for up to one damaged or lost textbook.

Please forward any questions or concerns to Dina Howard (Bookroom Clerk) at x 1046.PARENT INVOLVEMENT

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At LBHS, we welcome parents as partners. We believe that students perform better and are more successful when their parents are actively engaged in their learning. As your child matriculates over the course of their high school years, they’ll need your active participation in their school more than ever. We are committed to partnering with you as you guide and support your student. You can support your child in a variety of ways:

Checking for homework completion daily. Regularly communicating with teachers/ counselor about student’s progress. Attending parent/teacher meetings. Attending school-wide events or meetings (such as Open House, Back to School

Night). Volunteering on campus: making phone calls, being a Parent on Campus during

lunchtime, helping file for the front office, etc. Chaperoning field trips

Additionally, we invite you to be a parent leader at LBHS. There are several opportunities for you to engage as a parent leader:

PARENT UNIVERSITY: Meets twice monthly for 8 sessions culminating in a field trip to UC Davis and a graduation in the Spring. Dates TBA.

ELAC (English Language Advisory Council): Meets 4 times a year from 5-6 pm in the Library. Please contact Juan Arroyo at 433-5100 x 1050 for details.

DELAC (District English Language Advisory Council): Schedule TBA. Contact Juan Arroyo at 433-5100 x 1050 for details.

School Site Council: Meets the first Monday of each month. Please call the Principal’s office for more information. 433-5100 x 1010.

Small Learning Community (SLC) Parent Volunteers: Contact your child’s SLC Lead Teacher for volunteer opportunities.

VISITING THE SCHOOL

Parents, guardians, and members of the community are encouraged to visit our school and observe our programs. For any classroom visits/observations, please make arrangements ahead of time with the teacher so as to not interrupt instruction and student learning. If a conference with a teacher is needed, please schedule a meeting with the teacher during their non-instructional or preparation period. All visitors must report to the Front Office, sign in, and receive a VISITOR badge before proceeding onto campus.

HOME/SCHOOL COMMUNICATION

Please expect regular and frequent communication from us throughout the school year. Quarter grades and Deficiency notices (failing grades) will be mailed out 8 times each year. Expect to receive Deficiency notices mid-quarter and expect Quarter and/or Semester grades a few weeks after the end of each Quarter/Semester.

In addition, we’ll notify you of major test dates and events through mail and via our CONNECT-ED phone system. Notification regarding attendance will also be via phone calls from our daily dialing system. We also post school-wide events on our electronic

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marquee (located on Florin Drive) and on our webpage at http://www.lutherburbank.scusd.edu .

Also, parents can check their student’s progress and communicate with teachers through our Infinite Campus system. Please log on at scusd.edu by clicking on the link in the upper right corner “For Students/Parents”. User names and passwords can be obtained through the Registrar’s office or by calling 433-5100 x 1032.

We believe that communication is the key to a successful and collaborative partnership. You are our partners as we aim to provide the best education possible for your children. Concerns are only questions that are unanswered. Never hesitate to call. We look forward to hearing from you.

Parent Teacher Home Visit Project

LBHS is a participating school in the Parent/Teacher Home Visit Project. The aim of the Home Visit Project is to strengthen communication between schools and parents as a mean of improving student achievement and engagement. You are your child’s first teacher and their biggest influence. Home visits will enable us to learn from you best ways to support your student’s growth and success. Our visits will always be informal and in the setting most familiar to you, either your home and/or a place away from the school that is comfortable for you. Throughout the year, some of your child’s teachers may call you to schedule a home visit to discuss your student’s academic progress and achievements. If you do not receive a call, but would like to receive a home visit, please do not hesitate to call the school at 433-5100 x 1050.

News Media and Website Photograph Release

The district requires parent/guardian permission before posting photographs of students on the district’s and/or individual school’s websites. If you object to your child’s photo appearing on our website, please check the appropriate statement on the attached parent compact on the back of this booklet, print, and return to the school.

Please call Veronica Villanueva or Juan Arroyo, Parent Advisors, at 433-5100 x 1050 or email veronica-villanueva@scusd.edu if you’re interested in VOLUNTEERING. We look forward to working with you this year and to your active presence at Luther Burbank High School.

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WILLIAMS UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

The following is for your information.

Education Code 35186 requires that the following notice be posted in each classroom and sent to parents:

1. There should be sufficient textbooks and instructional materials. For there to be sufficient textbooks and instructional materials, each student, including English learners, must have a textbook or instructional material, or both, to use in class and to take home to complete required homework assignments.

2. School facilities must be clean, safe, and maintained in good repair. Good repair means that the facility is maintained in a manner that assures that it is clean, safe and functional as determined by the Office of Public School Construction.

3. All positions should be filled by qualified teachers. There should be a teacher assigned to each class and not a series of substitutes or other temporary teachers. The teacher should have the proper credential to teach the class, including the certification required to teach English learners if present. Teacher vacancy means a position to which a single designated certificated employee has not been assigned at the beginning of the year for an entire year or, if the position is for a one-semester course, a position to which a single designated certificated employee has not been assigned at the beginning of a semester for an entire semester.

Miss-assignment means the placement of a certificated employee in a teaching or services position for which the employee does not hold a legally recognized certificate or credential or the placement of a certificated employee in a teaching or services position that the employee is not otherwise authorized by statute to hold.

4. If you do not think these requirements are being met, a Uniform Complaint Form may be obtained at the school office, district office or downloaded from the district website at http://www.scusd.edu/sfss/. You may also download a copy of the California Department of Education complaint form from the following web site: http://www.cde.ca.gov/eo/ce/wc/index.asp.

If you have other questions contact the Compliance Office, Human Resource Services, Christina Villegas, Personnel Office Assistant at (916) 643-7488.

DISTRICT STANCE ON DISCRIMINATION

The Sacramento City Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, parental or marital status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment.

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LBHS PARENT/STUDENT/SCHOOL COMPACT

Student’s Pledge

I, the student, have reviewed the 2016-2017 Parent/Student Handbook with my parents/guardians. I will to adhere to all school rules and policies as set forth in this LBHS handbook. I know I am responsible for my own success, and I must work hard to achieve high standards of excellence for myself, my parents/guardians, and my school community.

Print Student Name_________________________________________

Student Signature___________________________________________Date__________

Parent/Guardian’s Pledge

I, the parent/guardian, have reviewed the 2016-2017 Parent/Student Handbook with my child. I will partner with the school to ensure the best education for my son/daughter. I understand that my participation in my child’s education will greatly assist his/her achievement and success in school.

Print Parent/Guardian Name___________________________________

Parent Signature____________________________________________Date__________

News and Media Release Statement: Check only if you do NOT give permission for your child’s photo to be posted on the district or school’s website.

_____I do not give permission for my child’s photograph to be posted on the school and district websites. **********************************************************************

School’s Pledge

We, the school, will enforce the guidelines laid out in the 2016-2017 Parent/Student Handbook to ensure student safety, educational equity, achievement, and success for all. We understand the importance of the school experience for every student and will communicate regularly with parents and students about academic needs and successes.

Principal Name: Jim Peterson, Principal

Signature_____________________________________, September 2016

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN TO YOUR CHILD’S TEACHER.

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