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NORTH SEVIERHIGH SCHOOL Student/Parent Handbook

2017-2018

This School Handbook belongs to:

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350 West 400 NorthSalina, Utah 84654

Telephone (435) 529-3717Fax (435) 529-7910

Website: www.nsh.seviersd.org

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Table of ContentsSchool InformationStaff for 2017-18 3 Handbook Information 4 District Calendar 5Map 6Bell Schedule / School Hours / Web Page URL 7Student Government / Class Advisors / Community Council 8Clubs & Organizations / Sports 9-11Fee Schedule for 2017-18 12-14School Song 15

Academics / Honors / GraduationCanvas/Student grading & Assignments 17Grades / Add-Drop Policy 18Credit Requirements 19Advisory Program 20Teacher Aides / Work-Based Learning 21

Qualifications for:Student Government / Concurrent Enrollment / Sterling Scholar 22Honor Roll / Honor Graduates / Academic Letter 23Academic Letter form example 24Valedictorian and Salutatorian 25 -26

School Policies 27Financial Information 28General Information/Electronic devices/Cheating/LockerGeneral Information continuedAttendance / Clearing Absences Behavior PoliciesLeaving School / EligibilityCo-Curricular Dress Standards

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North Sevier High School 2017-2018 Staff

Principal Jade Shepherd Vice Principal Paul Torgerson Secretary Connie Hansen Counselor Barry Smith Athletic Director Devin Lindley

______________________________________________________________________Teachers Subject Extra-Curricular Program

Spencer Brown Accounting, Computer Tech, Web page Design *FBLA , Yearbook, SBO Adviser Danielle Bosshardt Math *Cheer Advisor Ken Wayman Band, Choir, Theatre, Tech Crew Advisor *Pep band Ryan Heath Language Arts 9 & 12 *Boys Basketball Coach Jason Edwards Drafting, Cabinets, Intro Build Trades, Spanish Karla Fillmore Attendance Secretary, Ed-Net Supervisor Jason Goble Agricultural *FFA Advisor Travis Henderson Language Arts 9 & 10 *Assistant Wrestling Coach Rodney Hurd World Geography, World History, U.S. History, CE/U.S. History, American Government, CE/American

Government, Business Law JoLynne Kirkwood Language Arts 11, College English, Found of Art, Painting, Architecture, Lexa Larsen Geometry, Common Core Math, Calculus *Girls Basketball Coach, Math Club Kelly Peterson Biology, Earth Science, Physics, Chemistry, *National Honor Society Renae Seegmiller Common Core Math, Pre Calculus/Trig, Statistics, Learning Strategies *Math Club Barry Smith Career Guidance, Testing, Odyssey Director, Drivers Ed. *Cross Country & Wrestling Coach Ammon Trimble Learning Coordinator (Resource Instructor) *Sterling Scholar Advisor Paul Torgerson Health, Medical Terminology, Anatomy *HOSA Devin Lindley Weight Training, Fitness for Life *Football, Summer Weights Coylene Brinkerhoff Family Home & Consumer Science, Adult Roles & Responsibilities

Attendance Secretary: Karla Fillmore Ed-Net Supervisor Carolee Johnson: Librarian Computer Lab Instructor: Kristine Mickelsen Assistants: Julie Harrison-Copy Aide

Resource Instructional Assistant Custodians: Head Custodian-Robert Karren, Cindy Anderson, Jeanie Johansen Food Service Supervisor: Julie Wanlass

Extra-Curricular Coaches: Kelsey Shaw~Drill Team advisor Audrey Brown~Volleyball Steven Walser~Boys/Girls Soccer Cheer- Katie Johnson, Dani Hallows Angela Lindley~Girls Softball Josh Robinson~Baseball Terron Barney~Track

MISSION STATEMENT:"The mission of North Sevier High School is to develop a culture of collaborative learning that will empower each student to seek opportunities to create a lifetime of growth and success."

STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK

This handbook has been prepared for your use and information. Teachers, parents, administrators, and the Board of Education, in order to create the best possible atmosphere for the education of all students, have established the rules, regulations and procedures described. They are based on respect for the rights of others and the individual responsibility of each student to perform to his/her highest capability. Good use of the information provided will be to your advantage and will help students continue to maintain the standards expected of this school by the community. Students are subject to all rules and regulations from the time they board the bus or arrive on the campus and continue throughout the school day. The same rules and regulations, both on and off campus, govern students representing the school in any activity. The student policies and procedures can be found on the school website. http://northsevierhighschool.weebly.com/

Civil Rights NoticeNorth Sevier High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:

Jade Shepherd, PrincipalNorth Sevier High School350 West 400 NorthSalina, Utah 84654

Mike Willis, Assistant SuperintendentSevier School District180 East 600 NorthRichfield, Utah 84701

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit:http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves our area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

North Sevier High School WebsiteIt is our goal to provide a local North Sevier High School Website for our school community. It will include a calendar of events, newsletters, Notes from the administration, links to Teacher websites, links to club, sports, extra-curricular information. The website is http://northsevierhighschool.weebly.com/

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Sevier School District Calendar

2017-18 School Year

FIRST SEMESTERAugust 17 First day of School September 4 Labor DayOctober 20, 23-24 Fall RecessNovember 1 Eligibility and Grade checkNovember 22-24 Thanksgiving BreakDecember 20-21 1st Semester Finals December 21 Last Day of 1st Semester and school

SECOND SEMESTER

January 4 School reconvenes 1st day of 2nd semesterJanuary 5 Eligibility and Grade CheckJanuary 15 Martin Luther King Day/No SchoolFebruary 19 Washington-Lincoln Day/No School February 28 Eligibility and Grade checkMarch 26-30 Spring RecessMay 24 Last Day, Graduation May 28 Memorial Day Observed

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North Sevier High School Web Pagewww.seviersd.org

Sevier School District Web Page/Parent Pagehttp://northsevierhighschool.weebly.com/

By visiting one of the sites listed above, parents may view the progress of the student, lunch status, attendance and fees. Contact the office for password.

NSHS 17-18 Bell ScheduleDaily A & B Schedules

1st 8:00 - 9:102nd 9:15 - 10:253rd 10:30 - 11:40

Lunch 11:40 - 12:154th 12:15 - 1:255th 1:30 - 2:40

Wolf Time/advisory 2:45 - 3:05

Early Out Friday Schedule1st 8:00 - 8:552nd 9:00 - 9:553rd 10:00 - 10:50

Lunch 10:55 - 11:254th 11:30 - 12:25

5th 12:30 - 1:20

School HoursFirst Bell 7:55 Late Bell 8:00Office 7:30 – 3:30Registrar 10:30 – 2:00

Computer Lab 8:00 – 3:30Library 7:30 – 3:30Teachers 7:30 – 3:30

Assembly Schedule1st 8:00--9:05 4th 11:50--12:502nd 9:10--10:10 Assembly 12:55--1:55 3rd 10:15--11:15 5th 2:00--3:05

Lunch 11:15--11:45Note: Assemblies can be during any school period

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Student GovernmentStudent Body Officers~Teacher Advisor: Spencer Brown

President: Ashton Smith Historian: Kinley BullardVice President: Duncan Averett Reporter: Jesse LowderSecretary: Makell Christensen

Freshman Sophomore Juniors Seniors

President Halee Mason Kylie Ogden Madison Foote Jaylie Cowley

Vice President Jagan Blackburn Dahlance Smith Skyly Maxwell Tyesha Christensen

Secretary Shiann Loncar Madi Bennett Shayler Hunt Ericka Banks

TreasurerHistorian

Isaac ShelleyAllie Cowley

Jacey McKinlayHalee Hunt

Conner Heath Riley Ogden

Advisors Kelly PetersonTravis Henderson

Ryan Heath Ken Wayman

Paul TorgersonJason Goble Lexa Larsen

Coylene Brinkerhoff

Jason EdwardsDanielle Bosshardt

Devin LindleyRenae Seegmiller

Ammon Trimble

Jolynne KirkwoodRod Hurd

Spencer Brown

Class Officers and Advisors

Community RepresentativesDiana Lowder (Chair)Terron BarneyLance MickelsenRick BrunsonCena Rasmussen

School RepresentativesJade Shepherd (Principal)Barry Smith (Counselor)Paul Torgerson (Vice Principal)

School Community CouncilThe purpose of the Council is to evaluate the school’s progress and give input regarding future decisions affecting North Sevier High School. All parents and students are invited to attend the council meetings. Voting for the new council members will take place during the fall or spring of the school year

North Sevier High Activities

FallCross Country – Boys, GirlsFootballSoccer – GirlsVolleyball

WinterBoys BasketballGirls BasketballWrestling - Boys

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*Sports Team Statistics Recorder AND Team Managers are needed for most athletic activities.Cheerleading/Drill Team leaders (Year Activity-Team chosen by tryouts in April)Yearbook – taken as a class

Clubs and Organizations: Policy #3450 - Student ClubsI. PURPOSE AND PHILOSOPHY: Sevier School District provides the opportunity for students to participate in approved curricular and non-curricular school clubs. The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance to schools regarding authorization of student clubs as outlined in Utah law

FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)FFA (Future Farmers of America)National Honor Society HOSA Math Club Drama Mathletes ***All parties concerned - school personnel, parents, students, and patrons - should realize that academic endeavors have priority over athletics and activities.**Activities shall provide an opportunity for a maximum number of students to experience personal improvement, self-realization of potential, education of the total human being and contribute to school culture and climate.

GET INVOLVED!!! Students are encouraged to participate in any of the following opportunities.

Athletics

SpringBaseball - BoysSoccer - BoysSoftball - GirlsTrack- Boys & Girls

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SportsCheer Squad Katie Johnson

Dani Hallows

Drill Team Kelsey ShawMichelle Bennett

DramaAdvisor Ken Wayman FBLAAdvisor Spencer Brown

HOSA Paul Torgerson

FFAAdvisor Jason Goble

National Honor SocietyAdvisor JoLynne Kirkwood

Pep Band Advisor Ken Wayman

Sterling ScholarAdvisor JoLynne Kirkwood

Student GovernmentAdvisor Spencer Brown

YearbookAdvisor Spencer Brown

Boys Cross Country Barry Smith

Girls Cross Country Char Smith

Volleyball Audrey Brown

Soccer Steven Walser~Boys/Girls Football Devin Lindley Wrestling Barry Smith

Boys Basketball Ryan Heath Girls Basketball Lexa Larsen

Track-Boys Terron Barney

Track-Girls Terron Barney

Baseball Josh Robinson

Softball Angela Lindley

Student/Organizations

Extra Curricular ActivitiesPhilosophy

Academic endeavors have priority over athletics and activities. Activities shall provide an opportunity for a maximum number of students to experience personal improvement, self-realization of potential, education of the total human being and contribute to school culture and climate.

Code of Conduct for participationYour eligibility will be governed by rules as set forth by the (UHSAA)Utah High School Activities Assoc., Sevier School District, & North Sevier High School extra curricular policies. Students who have not met academic criteria may not participate. Students suspended from school may not participate in games or competition during the time of suspension. May participate in practice.To be eligible a student must:

** Eligibility will be checked in between fall, winter and after spring sports● Academic eligibility grade:Minimum of 2.0, 1 F, must be maintained throughout the activity

season. ● Attend all classes the day of the activity. (Medical appointments and funerals that have been

pre-approved by principal or vice-principal are the only exceptions. When missing class because of the school duty activity, student must notify their teachers and arrange to make up tests and assignments. Assignments must be turned in within 3 days after the activity or as assigned by teacher.

If making up a grade in a class, all homework done to be eligible, must be turned in & eligibility form signed, no later than 2 days before the activity. If student is not eligible the day of the activity, they will not participate. Your involvement is subject to the rules and policies set up by the activities department of NSHS and are bound by this code as long as you participate in activities or until you graduate from high school. Individual coaches or advisors have the discretion to impose additional participation requirements. Students participating in school activities must have good sportsmanship, and be a good representative of North Sevier High School, our community and your family. Code of Conduct for attendance at athletic or extra curricular activities

Please have your activity card ready to show the ticket takers when entering an activity.If you attend evening events, either sports, concerts, dances etc., you should plan to stay at the activity until it is completed. You may not “hang out” outside the building with friends, or leave in the middle of a concert, or roam the halls. If you come to an activity, you are at the activity. Students are expected to be a “good audience” at these events. Disruptive or unsportsmanlike behavior will be seen as a cause for removal from the activity. Any student removed from a school sponsored activity will beineligible to attend any activity until a meeting has taken place with parent/student/principal and vice-principal.

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Fee Schedule for 2017-2018

Required Fees:Activity Fee $35.00Textbook Fee $15.00 (not to exceed $30 per family per year)Writing Lab Fee $10.00Technology Fee $10.00Media Fee $ 5.00iPad Insurance fee $40.00 iPad repair deductible $75.00 Per damaged iPadGraduation (Sr. only) $25.00Specialty Fees:

(Per Class Taken/Club Joined)Physical Education $10 Business Class Fee $20 +consumablesArt Class Fee $20+consumablesClub Dues $20Family Consumer Science $25+consumablesDriver’s Education $100Drivers Ed Retake $135Lab Fees (all labs) $10+consumablesCalculator Rental (per yr) $10Shop Class (Wood or VoAg) $25+consumablesSchedule Change $20 (per change) Class Retake (failed class- Per Sem) $75 paid in advance Band Instrument Rental (per year) $60 repair feeCTE CenterFloriculture & Greenhouse Management $10+consumablesPlant & Soil Science $10+consumablesVeterinary Assistant $10+consumablesDigital Marketing $10+consumables Biotechnology $12+consumablesDigital Media $10+consumablesBasic Digital PhotographyArchitectural Design $10+consumablesIntro Engineering Design $10+consumablesPrinciples of Engineering $10+consumablesTechnical Design $10+consumablesExercise Sci/Sports Med $10+consumablesEmergency Medical Tech $30 includes shirt for ambulance

ride along, $160-$195 optional, to become Nationally Certified. $45-$75 optional concurrent enrollment fee

Extracurricular Participation Fees:Football $75 +personal gear, meals, lodgingBasketball $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingTrack $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingWrestling $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingBaseball $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingSoftball $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingVolleyball $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingGolf $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingCross Country $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingDrama $35 +personal gear, meals, lodgingDrill $50 +personal gear, meals, lodging Cheer $50 +personal gear, meals, lodgingUniforms:Drill Team $800 not to exceed this amt per studentCheerleading $800 not to exceed this amt per studentDance $250 not to exceed this amt per

studentMusic Groups$ 150 not to exceed this amt per student

Miscellaneous: Cheerleader and Drill TeamUniforms $800 not to exceed this amt per studentOptional Camps $350 Not to exceed per campOptional Clinics (opt) $250 Not to exceed per clinicTransportation to events (opt) actual cost divided

equally by participants

NOTE ****PLEASE READ******To be able to participate in any extracurricular activity, fees must be paid prior to participation.**2017-18 school year any student who has outstanding school fees over $300 will not be allowed to participate in any extra-curricular activities until their account is resolved.

The following fees, stands, and procedures are established in compliance with the Utah State Office of Education School Fee Policy. FEE WAIVER requests must be received in the school year that the fees are applicable for and assessed. There is no ability to request a fee waiver for prior years fees. All pay to play fees must be paid before the student can participate in the 1st game.

Optional Fees:•Personal items, such as yearbooks, gym clothes, class rings, spirit packs, etc will be charged at the

actual cost to the school.

•Any Uniforms, materials, or equipment, which are fee wavered under this policy, will be property of Sevier School District

• If a student leaves at the end of the year without properly cleaning their locker, their account will be assessed a locker cleanout fee of $20.00.

•Locker Damage-$20.00-$100.00 depending on cost to fix damage.

•Any lost or damaged items replacements will not be a fee waiver item. All costs will be the responsibility of the student.

Methods of payment of fees:

• PaySchool—Debit or credit payments can be made any time from your home computer. If you need help with login and/or password, please contact the office at 529-3717. If you don’t have access to the Internet but would like to pay with debit/credit card, computers at the school or public library are available for your use. (PaySchool can also be used for lunch payment.)

• Fees can be paid in full during this assigned registration dates with check Cash, or money order.

• Or if you prefer to make payments, you can sign a contract for monthly payments. Consistent monthly payment are required or the account will be processed for collection from Small Claims Court.

• Fee Waiver Applications and proof of income, returned to North Sevier High School office. Deadline October 31. After the deadline, fees are responsibility of parent. Application must be made yearly, and only valid for the current year of application. (Cannot be applied on the previous years balance.)

• ALL ACCOUNTS MUST BE PAID IN FULL BY THE LAST WEEK OF THE CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR TO AVOID COLLECTION PROCEEDINGS. Student will be considered ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities until the account is paid or is below $300.

• All returned checks are subject to a $20 fee, and must be reconciled within 10 and a maximum of 30 days of receipt of letter. After that time, the check will be turned over for collection.

Additional information can be found in the district policy website. School Fee Guidelines #3035

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NSHS School SongYou ask what school we love the best

North Sevier, our beloved North SevierNone can surpass her in the west,

North Sevier, our beloved North Sevier.She is our Alma Mater grand,

The noblest in the land.And true to her we'll ever stand,

North Sevier, our beloved North Sevier.

ChorusBlue and crimson, blue and crimson,

High school emblem of wondrous fame.North Sevier High, blue and crimson,

We'll sing praises to your name.

When'er she's brought into the testNorth Sevier, our beloved North Sevier

She ever ranks among the best,North Sevier, our beloved North Sevier.

She fights to win in every game,Success now crowns her fame.

And we are proud of her great name,North Sevier, our beloved North Sevier.

(Repeat Chorus)

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Academics

Honors

Graduation

CANVASStudent assignments and grading

Progress Reports in CanvasPlease keep in touch with your student’s attendance and grades. All of our teachers are using Canvas as a way of corresponding with students and parents. Your students will have your log in and how to sign in is on the school website. LOGIN @ https://seviersd.instructure.com/login/canvas

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GradesA….93.0% B+…87.0% C+….77.0% D+….67.0% F…..00.0%A-…90.0% B…..83.0% C……73.0%D……63.0%I…..IncompleteB-….80.0% C-…..70.0% D-…..60.0%

Add Drop PolicyStudents changing their high school schedule after the beginning of the quarter/semester will be charged $20. Students who choose to drop concurrent enrollment classes after that particular college's add/drop date, and students who fail a concurrent enrollment class, will be charged the full college tuition rate for that particular course. Students will not be allowed to drop from a course simply to avoid earning a low grade on a transcript.

I….(Incomplete) Only some work is needing to be completed within a specified timeline established by and at the discretion of the teacher. Incompletes will automatically turn to F’s 10 days after the end of the grading period.F…Below 60%. Too many concepts non-mastered or excessive incompletes. Retaking the class is necessary. (see below)P…At the discretion of the teacher, a passing grade is established to indicate the course is passed at a minimal accepted level.NG…Given if credit is withheld for problems/concerns related to attendance, outstanding fines, uncompensated damages, restitution etc.____________________________________________________________________F’s and NG’s earned will be replaced on the transcript if the credit is earned according to school policy within the school year in which the F or NG was earned. Failing Grades are a result of a student’s non-mastery during the entire course of the grading period, and as such, a failing grade WILL NOT be made a passing grade to satisfy eligibility or graduation. Students should make every honest effort to succeed in a class or make an appointment with the teacher and counselor for assistance, prior to Day 10 of the trimester. No “F” will be altered after the school year passes, even if the course is retaken. It cannot be deleted off the transcript for any reason!____________________________________________________________________ If a re-take of a course is necessary, students will be required to pay a fee of $75 compensation for the additional teaching time and preparation (see Sevier School District Policy 3035). (Fee Waiver does not cover class retake fees) No credit will be issued until course re-take fee is paid.____________________________________________________________________

Attendance directly influences the performance in a class. Attendance in a class does not guarantee success, but it is a priority. A student’s honest effort each day and open communication with the teacher will provide a strong foundation for success. The attendance policy outlines these strong expectations and possible consequence.

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Credit Requirements

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (Summary)

The State Office of Education has established standards for secondary education which include the identification and mastery of core curriculum.

Subject 9th-12th GradeEnglish/Lang. Art 4.0Math 3.0Science 3.0 Computer Studies .5 Social Science 3.0 Arts 1.5 Healthy Lifestyles 2.0 Career and Technology Education 1.0Financial Literacy .5

Required Credits 18.0 Class of 2018 Electives 12.0 Total Credits 30Class of 2019 Electives 15.0 Total Credits 32Class of 2020 Electives 15.0 Total Credits 32Class of 2021 Electives 15.0 Total Credits 32

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Advisory ProgramDaily Advisory/Wolf Time• Purpose: This daily advisory is designed for positive reinforcement that encourages students

(with the support of parents and teachers) to stay on top of their assignments and tests so that the student's final semester grades don’t suffer. It is a positive opportunity for any student to focus in an area that may need attention and receive additional direction that would help improve his/her current grade in that class. NSHS put academics first.

• AdvisoryAdvisory will be for all students Monday-Thursday from 2:45-3:05

Advisory Block: • This time is an opportunity for those students to meet with academic advisor and discuss any

grade issues. Students will work with their advisor through CANVAS each week ensuring that all assignments are complete and that they are on track for graduation.

Academic Advisory Program Goals:• Places priority on academics above all other school functions• Provides for student-driven accountability• Rewards academic achievement• Creates focus opportunity for students to remediate

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Teacher Aides• Only junior and senior students are eligible to be Teacher Aides, or take work study

courses. Seniors will get 1st priority.• Students may be a ‘Teacher Aide’ one time per semester during their junior and senior

year.• Students must have a signed form from the teacher. The forms are in the counselor's

office and must be approved by the counselor.• Teachers may only have one aide per class period, and no more than 2 aides per

semester.• Students applying for T.A. positions must have an overall GPA of 3.0 and be on

schedule to graduate. Any exceptions to this must be approved by the Principal and Counselor.

• Students will earn credit and a Pass/Fail grade only. The grade is not figured into GPA.• Students may go to elementary or middle school to be an aide. All rules apply to middle

school and elementary aides. Students must have office approval, at the middle and elementary schools, and teacher approval.

• Transportation to and from the middle and elementary schools will be the responsibility of the student. The school and the district are not responsible for the student as they travel to and from the middle school or the elementary school.

• If a student has received a “failing” grade previously for Teacher Aid they are ineligiblefor a TA period the following semester/year.

Work-Based LearningTo qualify for work release a student must:• Submit a current class schedule and transcript.• Be a senior and on-line to graduate• Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA• Return student application before semester and employment begins.• Schedule no more than two periods away from NSHS per semester. Exceptions to this

must have prior approval from principal and counselor.• Application form must have all areas filled out and all required signatures before work

release will be approved.• It is the responsibility of the student to complete the two-week evaluations with their

employers and return them to the counselor bi-weekly. Failure to turn in evaluations will result in a full drop in student's final letter grade.

• Grading will be determined by the counselor based on the student's level of commitment to the experience, improvement on two-week evaluations, and end of quarter evaluations.

• Credit will be issued the same as if you were in a class. The credit will show up on student's transcripts as elective vocational credit. Work must be related to your career choice, and monitored by the counselor.

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Student GovernmentAny full time member of the student body who is in good ethical and scholastic standing and who

will be a senior the following year, will be eligible for the office of Student body President. Student running for student body office must maintain a 3.0 grade-point average.

Concurrent EnrollmentThe concurrent enrollment program provides students the opportunity to earn college and

high-school credit concurrently. Programs include College Algebra, Calculus, English 1010, and, U.S. History, Amreican Government or the current EdNet classes. To be eligible to participate in the program, the student must meet the following criteria:

– Teacher/Advisor/Principal Approval– 3.5 GPA overall or– 3.0 GPA in subject areaStudents who chose to drop concurrent enrollment classes after that particular college's

add/drop date, and students who fail a concurrent enrollment class, will be charged the full college tuition rate for that particular course. Students will not be allowed to drop from a course simply to avoid earning a low grade on a transcript.

"Concurrent Enrollment courses are administered through local colleges. Students are expected to meet both the academic and personal standards required by those institutions. Parents should be aware that academic or other issues encountered by students must be addressed by the student through the college."

Sterling Scholar The goal of the Sterling Scholar Program at North Sevier High School is to encourage the pursuit

of excellence in scholarship, leadership, and citizenship by our students. Candidates for Sterling Scholar must meet the following school and regional criteria:

• The Sterling Scholar candidate must have an overall GPA of at least 3.0 at the end of the first semester his/her junior year. Grade changes to meet the qualifying GPA will NOT be considered once the grades have been posted to the transcript.

• Candidates for Sterling Scholar must have a composite score of at least 20 on the ACT. The score in the student’s Sterling Scholar category must be 20 or higher. Consideration for exceptional achievement in the candidates chosen category, with faculty recommendation, may qualify a candidate whose ACT is lower than 20.

• Unexcused absences or tardies may disqualify candidates. Attendance will be evaluated on an individual basis.

• Sterling Scholar candidates selected by judges to represent North Sevier High School must commit to preparing themselves and a portfolio to meet the highest standards of citizenship and scholarship as representatives of North Sevier High School.

The Sterling Scholar program consists of thirteen categories. They include:English Mathematics ScienceSocial Science General Scholarship Speech/Drama

Dance Music Foreign LanguageTrade & Technology Business &, Marketing Visual Arts Family Health & Consumer Science

Juniors who meet the above criteria may apply to become a school candidate in only ONE category. If more than one candidate applies in any one area, judges will make the final decision based on a variety of information that includes a private interview with each candidate. Students will not be considered for candidates after the deadline.

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Honor GraduatesStudents who maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher during their high school experience are eligible to be designated as Honor Graduates at commencement exercises. The graduating students with the two highest GPA's are designated respectively as class valedictorian and class salutatorian. In the event of a tie, students may share these designations. (Only students who are eligible for the Academic Letter award may qualify for valedictorian or salutatorian.) Selections for these honors are made after third term, and standing grades of the senior year.Seating at graduation will be arranged alphabetically. Students will be recognized academically in the following ways:

– 4-Year Academic Letter (Silver Honor Rope)– National Honor Society (National Honor Society Cowl)– N.S. Honor Student (Gold Honor Sash)– Sterling Scholar (Dark Blue Rope)– Sterling Scholar/4 yr Academic Letter (Blue/Silver Rope)– Social Science Department (Red/White rope)– Anyone that qualifies for the Vocational Pathways

No additional cords will be worn at graduation unless approved by administration

Academic LetterThe Academic Letter recognizes students for outstanding academic achievement each year. Individuals who earn an academic letter for four years receive a special award. Recipients must meet the following criteria:

– GPA of 3.5 overall– GPA of at least 3.0 each Semester– No Grades of F– No Citizenship Marks of "N" or "U"– Complete a rigorous course of study. (4 Credits of Solid* Classes)

*Solid classes are defined as courses that earn credit and letter grades. Released time, work experience and teacher assistant are not solid classes. Physical Education, Woods, VoAg, do not qualify.

Academic Letter Application

Name Student Number Grade Award Year (1) (2) (3) (4) Year of Graduation

To be recognized at the Academic Letter presentation, applications must be submitted to the office

on the date specified as the due date. Or, 4 days prior to the program. Late applications will be reviewed and given the certificate, but will not be included on the night of the presentation.

Eligibility Checklist

3.00 GPA or higher each Semsester No F’s during the year 3.75 or higher for one Quarter No U’s or N’s Citizenship during year 3.50 or higher for the year Rigorous course of study*

*A rigorous course of study must include at least 3.0 credits during the year among the following

Total Credits Current Grade Report

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Subject Grade CitizenshipGrade

TeacherSignature

All Mathematics/Accounting 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

English/ Yearbook 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

Science 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

Social Studies 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

Foreign Language 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

Adult Roles/Child Development 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

Ednet Classes 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

Snow College Richfield 1st Semester 2nd Semester All Year

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Valedictorian & Salutatorian

Under Construction

Valedictorian & Salutatorian Continued

Under Construction

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School PoliciesComplete Sevier School District Policy can be viewed on SSD web page www.seviersd.org

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Financial InformationReturned Checks• An additional $20.00 will be charged per returned check. A notice will be sent by mail and

the check amount plus the return charges will be due to North Sevier High School office ten (10) days from the date of the notice. Cash or money order will only be accepted for payment. If there is no contact, action will be turned over to the court.

Delinquent Accounts• Accounts at North Sevier High School are considered delinquent at the conclusion of each

school year. The delinquent balance of an account will be turned over to Small Claims Court. You will receive notification and will have a reasonable amount of time to settle your account before this action takes place. However, it would be to your benefit to have all accounts paid by the close of the school year.

• All previous fees must be paid before the student can participate in any extracurricular activities or the student will not be able to participate until their account is current.

Free & Reduced Lunches/Fee Waiver• Applications can be picked up in the office. Confidentiality is always maintained. A fee

waiver application must be made every year for the school fees to be waived. In order to have your fee waiver reviewed, the appropriate documentation must be attached.

• DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR FEE WAIVER: Application Previous Year Tax return or pay stubs for 3 months OR Verification of AFDC or FOOD STAMPS (letter)

• All fee waiver applications and paperwork are due to the high school office BEFORE October 31, after this time the fees are the responsibility of the parent/guardian. The fee waiver is annual and cannot be applied to previous year(s).

Fee Schedule• A complete schedule of fees for the 2015-16 school year, turn to page 12 of this handbook

Payment of Accounts• Payment of accounts can be made to the office with check, money order, cash or online

banking checks. • Credit or debit card payments can be made online by logging on the parent page in each

student’s account through PaySchool. Lunches can be paid there also.

Cheating Policy

• North Sevier High School follows district policy on cheating, plagiarism and forgery. Immediate Parent notification of issue by teacher to parent.

• ***This would include uploading or downloading assignments to another student/s electronic device.

• NOTE: North Sevier High School urges students to conduct themselves ethically and honorably. It is expected that the grade a student earns be based upon work that the student has performed. Cheating is dishonest. It harms you and it harms the other students who do not cheat. We, therefore, will not condone any student submitting work that is not produced solely by the student’s own initiative. NSHS will consider all infractions as a whole. Step 3 will incur after 3 offenses in one calendar year accumulated by all classes attended.

• First Offense:• *Teacher will contact parent and send progress report indicating that the student has cheated.

Attempt to correct behavior• *Notify the principal by giving a copy of the letter/progress report sent home• *Option to lower the citizenship grade to “N”• *Disciplinary referral form may be put in student file in order for second offense discipline to take place. (Documentation)• Second Offense: • *may give the student a grade of “0” or “ch”.• *Citizenship grade may be lowered to an “N” or “U”• *Student may be ineligible for any academic award or student government position for current

school year.• *possible Disciplinary referral form may be put in student file in order for third offense to take

place. (Documentation)• Third Offense:• *Student may be dropped from the class and receive a failing grade for the term• *Student may be referred to disciplinary board. (Must be accompanied by parent)• *possible 3-day suspension or may be recommended or expulsion depending on severity of

offenses• *Student may be ineligible for any academic award or student government position• *Student may be excluded from receiving letters of recommendation from school personnel• *Student may be recommended for alternative education programs• The disciplinary board will consist of 3 teachers (1 being the accuser), 1 administrator, student

and his/her parent. The student will present information involving the case. The facts from the referral form will be given to the board.

• The decision of the board will be final.

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General Electronic Devices(Please refer to Sevier School District Policies #3205 Definitions, Policy, Sanctions, and

Disciplinary actions.)• Cell phones, mp3 players, iPods, etc are not permitted in classrooms during class time. If

teacher takes an electronic device from a student, it will be turned into the office and administration will follow the policy. Refusal to turn over device will result in suspension until device is turned into the principal.

1st Offense Device held in office until end of dayParent Notification of pickup

If problem continues teacher or school admin will contact parents for conferences to solve issues.

Depending upon the nature of the violation, other appropriate disciplinary action, or consequences may be imposed.

Graduation (Student Conduct--Dress & Grooming Standards-SSD policy 3030)

• In order to maintain dignity and decorum at high school commencements, students participating in commencement exercises are subject to the dress and grooming standards articulated in section C of this policy and wear the prescribed cap and gown during the ceremony* without additional ornamentation or decoration. Personal items such as clothing, accessories or jewelry, that draw undue attention or detract from the dignity and decorum of the occasion shall not be allowed. Mantles, cords, insignias or medals signifying achievement, honor or recognition are restricted to awards issued and approved for display at graduation by the local high school. *During the ceremony refers to the entire duration of the commencement program, from opening processional to completion of the recessional.

• Intoxication--Any student that is intoxicated at graduation will not participate in the graduation ceremony, to avoid embarrassment to self, parents, school, etc. A police officer will be present and if he suspects a student is intoxicated, that student will take a breathalyzer test, will be asked to leave and cited by the officer.

• Pranks—will not be tolerated, the student(s) involved will be fined for vandalism, and the

cleanup of any type of prank.

• Seniors who do not have a zero balance on financial accounts will not participate in the graduation ceremonies. They will receive diploma by mail.

General ContinuedLockers• Each student will be issued a locker at the beginning of the year, and encouraged to

use that locker for backpacks, coats, books, notebooks and other personal items. It is the students responsibility to provide a lock for the new lockers. It is the responsibility of all students to keep their personal items safe in their own locked locker. If the locks are rigged in any way to be easily opened and items are stolen, the school will not be held responsible.

• Backpacks and other personal items left in the halls or commons area and picked up by any staff member-a fee will be assessed to the student that left those items.

• End of Year check out—Fees will be assessed for any damage incurred by student. Fee will be determined according to extend of damage. Damage will not be part of fee waiver items.

• Back packs, iPads, phones etc are not allowed in assembly and must be stored in lockers.

iPad• Each student is issued an iPad (with case, charger, & cord) yearly. It is their

responsibility to take care for items and return the originals at the end of the year. If case, apple charger or apple cord is not returned, they will be charged a replacement fee. (-student will receive an apple cord & charger, an apple quality will be expected back. Knock offs don’t give a full charge). Care must be taken to avoid “theft” of cords & charger, owner is responsible for replacement.

• iPads are not to be left unattended at any time. The owner is responsible for any damages or reprogramming that may occur.

• During assembly, iPad is to be kept in locker.

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General Continued

Lunches/Breakfast Daily & Monthly (20days) Breakfast $1.70 $34.00 Reduced Breakfast $.30 $6.00 Lunch $ 2.20 $44.00 $.40 $8.00

Applications for reduced costs can be obtained at the school or online at the district website. www.sevier.sd.org

ParkingThere is to be NO student parking in red zones, yellow zones (unloading, visitor and

staff parking), and police designated. Tickets will be issued to those offenders. A $10.00 parking charge will assessed to students account. Continual offenders will have cars towed at the expense of the owner.

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NSHS ATTENDANCE

PLEASE Refer to www.seviersd.org regarding ALL

Attendance related issues or policies. Policy #3020

Behavioral Policies

North Sevier High School follows district Policy regarding all student related behavior and discipline issues.

PLEASE refer to www.seviersd.org to find district policy. ALL policy related to students are under 3000.

Policy specific to student behaviors and discipline #3072 & # 3075

https://www.seviersd.org/index.php/toppolicies.html

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iPad RulesSee NSHS ipad policy handbook for specific details. General guidelines are as follows:Each student and parent will read the ipad policy and sign it before students will be issued an iPad. By signing the policy parent and student agree to all of it contents.

1. Students are REQUIRED to bring his/her ipad to school each day with a fully charged battery. Students will not be given the use of a loaner ipad if he/she leaves his/her device at home. Students leaving ipads at home will be required to complete assignments using alternate means (as determined by the teacher).

2. Students will receive disciplinary referral from their teacher for repeatedly refusing to bring the ipad to class. Non-compliance will result in ipad home use being revoked for up to 30 days.

3. ipad use is not permitted in the cafeteria during meal times. The ipad may be used in designated commons areas (away from food or drink) during other time throughout the day.

4. The use of the Internet at school is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use may result in suspension/ termination of user privileges. District policy will be followed.

5. Parental monitoring of ipad use is highly recommended.

6. Do not expose your ipad to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, or ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. Extreme heat or cold may cause damage to the iPad. *Due to the insulation nature of your protective case, extra care must be given to prevent exposure to extreme heat or direct sunlight.

7. Non-educational materials are not allowed on the ipad. Student WILL NOT modify the ipad in anyway. If any modifications are done students will automatically lose iipad for 30-days. All assignment will be done with pencil and paper.

6. In the event that an ipad has been turned into the office due to not being supervised: 1st offense ipad will be checked in and out daily from the office for 1 week2nd offense ipad will be checked in and out of the office daily for 2 weeks

and student will be issued a $10.00 fine for misuse. The fine must be paid before student receives ipad. This fine will notbe covered by fee waivers

3rd offense ipad privileges revoked for 30 days. Additional $10.00 fine will be issued

 

*Students will be responsible for ALL costs for intentional damage to the iPads.

*Charges issued for misuse or damage to the iPad will not be considered fees therefore fee waiver provisions would not apply. 

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Leaving SchoolNorth Sevier High School runs a Closed Campus with an open lunch period. For the safety

and management of students that attend North Sevier High School we have set procedures that students must comply with to enable them to safely leave campus with the knowledge and permission from both parents and school administration. Students that attend Snow College South or Released Time will comply with the guidelines set for their safety and accountability as they use these privileges. The procedure for students that need to leave campus for various appointments, will need to have prior permission from their parents or guardians (written or verbal). A pass will be issued from the office designating date, time, and purpose of the off campus occasion. Students that choose not to follow this procedure will be found truant. All off campus activities sanctioned by the school will be properly supervised and considered school duty.

Eligibility~UHSSA Standards for ALL StudentsEligibility to Participate in Student Activities

To be eligible to participate in an interscholastic competition, extra-curricular or student congress, a student must meet the following minimum criteria:

• Full-time student• No more than one failing or incomplete grade• GPA 2.0 or higher from previous Quarter• Citizenship can factor into student eligibility

(A team or club may require more stringent requirements in order to be eligible to participate.)

• When a student has failed to meet the minimum standards set forth above, he/she will be ineligible to participate in UHSSA activities during the succeeding grading period. This requirement applies to those who are entering high school for the first time having been promoted from the prior year grade.

• Final grading period deficiencies may be made up prior to the first semester of the succeeding year by attending summer school, or by other school district approved method

• An incomplete is considered a failure for the purpose of eligibility. When a student receives more than one incomplete or combination of F's and incompletes, he/she becomes ineligible for the succeeding grading period. (The period is considered a class and is used in calculating eligibility.)

• Activities such as school play, show choir, band, speech/debate, clubs, etc., must prove eligibility before participation.

• Students with more than one failing grade or incomplete grade is ineligible.• Eligibility will be determined beginning of school year, after fall sports, after 1st semester

after spring sports(2nd Semester). UHSAA rules for eligibility will be enforced!

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Co-Curricular Dress Standards• NSHS main guide for dress standard policy is found at www.seviersd.org

policy #3030• The following is some expected standards • Co-curricular activities often require uniforms and dress that do not directly correlate to

the Sevier School District Dress Code for everyday school dress. The primary responsibility of ensuring modest and appropriate dress lies with the parents/guardians. These dress standards for co-curricular activities are in place to encourage consistent appropriateness and modest dress for all students as they represent North Sevier High School. Therefore, the following standards will apply at all co-curricular activities where students represent North Sevier High School:

• Athletic Events: All sanctioned athletic competitions and practices will conform to the apparel approved for interscholastic competitions in a respective sport. Coaches reserve the right to enhance modesty where there is a need.

• Organizations, Clubs, School Groups, and Publications: Participants will comply with regular Sevier School District dress standards. Exception to these standards for special events such as drama or similar costuming events will be determined by the consensus of the advisor, parent and school administration regarding modesty and appropriateness.

• Formal Dress Events: Any time students represent North Sevier High School at formal events, the following standards will apply: (1) Dress and shoes will be neat, clean and appropriate for the event (Ladies in dresses and men in suits/tuxes). (2) Dresses will have straps at least an inch wide. (3) Neck lines will be appropriate and not reveal cleavage. (4) Dress/skirt lengths and slits are not to exceed 7” from the floor while kneeling, and shorts are not acceptable. (5) Open back dresses will not exceed mid-spine.The primary responsibility of ensuring modest and appropriate dress lies with the parents/guardians.

• Graduation-In order to maintain dignity and decorum at high school commencements, students participating in commencement exercises are subject to the dress and grooming standards that will show respect for the educational environment and is befitting the activity. Students shall wear the prescribed cap and gown during the ceremony* without additional ornamentation or decoration. Personal items such as clothing, accessories or jewelry, that draw undue attention or detract from the dignity and decorum of the occasion shall not be allowed. Mantles, cords, insignias or medals signifying achievement, honor or recognition are restricted to awards issued and approved for display at graduation by the local high school.

*”During the ceremony” refers to the entire duration of the commencement program, from opening processional to completion of the recessional.

• Any attire out of compliance with these dress standards while representing NSHS will require alterations. Refer to Policy #3030 - Student Conduct and Dress and Grooming Standards

• Adherence to the above policy shall be the responsibility of students, parents, faculty, and principal. Administrators in the respective schools will notify students when they are not in compliance with the foregoing standards. The parent or guardian of any student who fails to observe dress and grooming standards will be notified immediately. The student is responsible to contact the parent and arrange the dress code correction. If unable to contact parent the student will comply with whatever the school can provide them to wear.

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