Academics

OrganizationEleven (11) period day with eight (8) whole class periods approximately 44 minutes in length. The school year is 180 days and includes 2 semesters with a total of 4 marking periods. Specific requirements established by each individual teacher for every course will be distributed to students, discussed with each class, and posted in classrooms.

GradesGrades will be calculated with the following percentages: A = 92-100% B = 83-91% C = 70-82% D = 60-69% E = 0-59%

(102% is the maximum that can be earned)

* -- Indicates that the student has not completed all course requirements. Course work must be completed within 45 days or the student will receive an “F” for any work not completed.

I -- Indicates Incomplete

WD -- Indicates the student withdrew from the course within the required time limit. No penalty accompanies this grade.

WF-- Indicates course withdrawal after the established limit. The student receives a failure grade in the course. This does affect the GPA of the student.

NC -- Credit denied due to lack of attendance.

Honor RollAll A’s and/or B’s (no C’s, D’s or E’s) or a combination of both in all subjects.

Class Rank and GPA The Board acknowledges the necessity for a system of computing grade point averages and class rank for secondary school students to inform students, parents and others of their relative academic placement among their peers.

The Board authorizes a system of class rank, by, grade point average (GPA) for students in grades 9-12. All students in a grade/class shall be ranked.

Class rank shall be computed by the grade point average (GPA) in all subjects for which credit is awarded.

GPA will be calculated every semester. An A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0. For all Honor Courses, Advanced Placement Courses and Dual Enrollment Courses receive an additional weight by adding (1/2) quality point to the grade achieved by the student, providing that the student earns a final grade of at least a “C” (e.g. A=4.5, B=3.5, C=2.5).

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Any two (2) or more students whose computed grade point averages are identical shall be given the same rank. The rank of the student who immediately follows a tied position will be determined by the number of students preceding and not by the rank of the proceeding person.

A student's grade point average and rank in class shall be entered on the student's record and transcripts and shall be subject to Board policy on release of student records.

Valedictorian and Salutatorian will be determined at the end of the fourth nine weeks in grade 12.

North Star High School Graduation PlanStudents will be required to meet the following three criteria for graduation from the North Star School District:

1. Completion of 24 credits A. 4 – English B. 4 – Social Studies C. 3 – Science D. 3 – Mathematics E. 1 – Health/Physical Education F. 1 – Arts & Humanities (Foreign Language) G. .75 – Computer H. .25 – Driver Education I. 7 – Electives

(SCTC Students - * 0.25 Credits of Computer, * 0.50 credits of Health/Physical Education, * 9.00 Credits of Elective)

a. Satisfactory completion of the North Star High School Graduation Project. * Will not be a requirement for the class of 2017 and beyond.

b. Students must score advanced or proficient in required areas of the applicable Keystone Exams.

Any student exempted from the Keystone Exam shall be required to show proficiency by taking an end-of-course final exam, locally produced and comparable in rigor to the Keystone Exam. Students taking the end-of-course local exam must demonstrate proficiency by scoring 90% correct on each final exam. Students may retake the exam following a designated period of supplemental instruction.

2. Students not meeting the criteria for graduation will be evaluated for graduation candidacy as follows:

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a. Students not successfully completing twenty-four (24) credits as listed in Board policy will be required to take summer school courses (at their own expense) to complete requirements or repeat course work the following school year.

b. Students not scoring at the advanced or proficient level will be required to attend remediation classes for supplemental instruction and retake the state assessment when next available.

3. Students must score proficient or advanced on the Keystone Exams, the Keystone Exam retest, the local final exam (Keystone-Exempt students only), or the Project-Based Assessments in order to graduate. The graduating class of 2017 is the first graduating class that must demonstrate proficiency in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature in order to meet state graduation requirements.

Make-up WorkThe following guidelines have been established for make-up work in the high school.

1. If a student is absent from class for one (1) day, he/she, upon return to school, is required to submit all work due that was assigned prior to the day of absence and take test(s) assigned prior to the day of absence provided no new material on the test was taught that day.

2. If a student is absent from class for more than one day, the student has make-up days equivalent to the number of days absent from the day he/she returns to school to make up all work (tests, quizzes, assignments, etc.). It is the responsibility of the student to meet with the teacher before or after class to make proper arrangements and secure the information needed regarding the tests, etc., that need to be completed.

3. In extenuating circumstances, when a student has been absent due toillness, accident, etc. for more than seven consecutive days,provisions may be made to extend the timeline for make-up work.

4. Students who fail to fulfill their responsibilities for make-up work will receive a “0” for the work, tests, etc. not completed.

*Students who are absent from class for excused reasons, including approved school activities, must be given the opportunity to make up all work and cannot

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be penalized academically for not being present in class, provided they complete all make-up work according to the above guidelines.

Students who participate in an approved school activity must check with their teachers to receive information concerning classroom work prior to participating in the activity.

Approved school activities include those listed on the daily bulletin, field trips, school programs, athletic events, etc. Visits to the guidance office, other teachers’ areas, are not legitimate reasons to be absent from a scheduled class unless previously approved by the scheduled classroom teacher.

Homework PolicyEach student has the responsibility to develop good work and study habits. The student in preparing the assignment should:

1. Make sure he/she understands the assignment – its purpose, when it is due, how it should be done.

2. Ask for further explanation if original directions are not completely understood prior to due date.

3. Arrange to make up missed assignments as required by the teachers.

4. Budget time for homework. Anticipate 90-120 minutes of cumulative homework daily. When study time is provided during the school day, the student should take advantage of it. Long-term assignments should be planned so they do not have to be done all at once. Honors or Advanced Placement courses may require additional time for assignments.

5. Analyze study habits and take advantage of available study aids.

6. Write homework in a neat and legible manner on appropriate paper.

Mid-Terms/Online GradesAt approximately the middle of each nine week grading period, a mid-term report will be generated from PowerSchool. On this day, students will be given their current percentage grade. The parents should contact the teacher or school counselor if they have questions or would like to schedule a conference. It is recommended that parents contact the teacher or make an appointment to meet with them if their child is failing. In this way the parent/guardian will

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know specific causes of the deficiency and may be given suggestions for helping their child improve.

North Star parents have the opportunity to access student grades and lunch account balances through PowerSchool. To receive access to this information for your child, parents must come to the child’s school office where they will be given a user name and password.

Students in grades 9 -12 also have the opportunity to access their grades. Students are encouraged to use their PowerSchool access on a regular basis to help maintain their grades and follow up on any missing assignments.

Tutorial ProgramsTeachers will be available daily from the time of dismissal until 3:15 for tutoring with a prior appointment. This time can be used to review extra classroom assignments. It is the student’s responsibility to request an appointment; moreover it is the student’s responsibility to arrange transportation home after the tutoring session is complete. No student is permitted on school property if not under the supervision of a member of the District Staff.

Graduation Project (Ends with the class of 2016)In order to comply with the Pennsylvania state-mandated graduation project regulations, supported by Pennsylvania’s governor, the North Star School District requires each student to complete a graduation project in order to graduate. This project must go above and beyond the normal academic scope or current job. The objective is to showcase the student’s ability and be a benefit to others. This project must not financially benefit the student or the student’s family and cannot be completed during school hours.

The graduation project proposal will be submitted to the faculty graduation project committee for approval. Following approval, the student may then begin accumulating hours towards the project. The project should be presented during the spring of the student’s junior year, unless prior approval was given to present during the first nine-weeks of their senior year. After the spring of their junior year, a reduction of one letter grade will be incurred for each nine-weeks of their senior year that the project has not been presented. Therefore, failure to present prior to the fourth nine-week grading period will result in the loss of the privilege of participating in graduation ceremonies.

The student will receive a final grade for this project. The final grade will appear on the student’s report card and transcripts. Students not completing the graduation project will not receive a diploma.

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No student is expected to incur a financial obligation to complete a project. Should the student elect to make a financial investment in the project, the student, parents, and/or guardian must assume that financial obligation.

Scheduling Scheduling for the following school year is done each spring. All students and parents will receive information on how to access an electronic copy of the Program of Studies for the North Star School District. Discussions of this curriculum guide will be conducted for all classes by the School Counselors and Principal. A parent/guardian night may be scheduled so that parents/guardians interested in general explanations of courses of study may hear them.

Schedule Changes

1. Students will be permitted to make adjustments in their course selections according to the timetable that accompanies the scheduling information. Changes in Honors or Advanced Placement classes should also follow the timetable.

2. All course selections will take place by completing a schedule change request form and/or requesting the counselor to schedule an appointment to discuss options.

3. Classes that the student specifically selects and fits in their schedule, WILL NOT be changed.

4. Deadlines to change schedules will be set yearly. Parents and students will receive notification.

AFTER THE DEADLINE, CHANGES WILL ONLY BE MADE FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:

a) A computer scheduling error occurred.

b) A student failed a course, needs to repeat it, and the change did not occur. (Usually this change will automatically occur.)

c) A student desires to add an additional elective course in place of a Learning Period. (This will only be considered if the desired course is not full.)

Drop/Add PolicyAll students will receive a tentative schedule during the summer months. Students who desire to drop or add a course may do so following the deadlines

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outlined in the summer mailing. Additionally, once the deadlines pass or once school begins, students may drop/add courses only if:

a) There is an error in the schedule that affects graduation requirements or

b) Students would like to drop a Learning Period and take an elective class offered during that same period, provided the elective class is not closed due to enrollment capacity.

No schedule changes of any kind will be made after the first five days of a semester.

If a student drops a course after the first five days of a semester, he/she will receive a “WF” indicating withdrawal failure for the final grade. This grade will be included in calculating GPA and class rank.

A student may not drop a course if he/she is unable to maintain his/her enrollment with a minimum of 7.0 credits as a senior, 7.5 credits as a junior, 8.0 credit as a sophomore and 8.0 credits as a freshmen.

National Honor Society1. To be eligible for election to membership in this chapter, the candidate must have been in attendance for a period equivalent to one (1) semester in this school.2. Candidates eligible for election to this chapter must be of the junior or senior class. 3. Candidates eligible for election to the chapter shall have a minimum scholarship average of 90% (3.5 GPA). 4. They MUST be enrolled in at least one honors level class, and/or one Dual Enrollment class and/or one AP classes. They must be enrolled in one of these and pass with a C or better the 1st semester of the current school year. 5. Also, they must not have a 69% or lower in any class (core, elective or otherwise) at any time during their high school career.6. All students who can rise to or above this standard may be admitted for candidacy for election to membership. 7. You must submit a short (150-300 word) essay confirming what ways you have shown character, leadership and service during your years at North Star High School. The activities you emphasize may be in/or outside of school and may consist of sport, clubs, volunteer work, or helping others in some way. Your ability to hold a part time job while maintaining the grades and qualification for acceptance is also considered. 8. If the essay is submitted by the due date specified; eligibility shall then be considered on service, leadership and character qualities. These qualities are evaluated from the entire staff. Staff member will have access to your essay to help with this process. 9. Candidates must be mindful that the actions of their past in regards to service, leadership and character may have a direct result on their consideration for membership.

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10. Keep in mind your academic performance, as well as your leadership and character If you are inducted you can be dismissed if your grades fall below par or your character, service or leadership qualities in question. Once dismissed, you are never again eligible for membership in the National Honors Society.11. If you feel you have met ALL the above requirements and did not receive a letter of acceptance in the mail you have the option to appeal the process. This process starts with YOU, personally, meeting with at least one of the NHS advisors to determine why you were not selected. From there you will be presented with the guidelines for appeal process.

NCAA EligibilityThe NCAA is made up of three membership classifications that are known as Divisions I, II and III. Each division creates its own rules governing personnel, amateurism, recruiting, eligibility, benefits, financial aid, and playing and practice seasons – consistent with the overall governing principles of the Association. Every program must affiliate its core program with one of the three divisions.

A commitment to academics and student-athlete success in the classroom is a vital part of the NCAA’s mission to integrate athletics into the fabric of higher education. The NCAA pledges to help student-athletes achieve their academic goals as well as their athletics goals.

NCAA members schools create rules to ensure that the Association’s 430,000 student-athletes compete on equal footing. The membership has implemented policies to help student-athletes prepare for the rigors of college coursework and to progress toward graduation once they enroll.

Different divisions have different academic requirements, but the Association’s belief in student-athletes as students first is paramount. NCAA student-athletes annually outperform their student-body counterparts in graduation rates, and in almost all demographic categories.

Students who do not complete all course work at North Star High School may be in jeopardy of not having enough core courses to meet NCAA Clearinghouse requirements. This includes students attending Somerset County Technology Center, transfer students, etc. These students must notify the Guidance Department of their desire to participate in intercollegiate sports so that proper course work can be planned.

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Extracurricular Activities

SPORTS

BaseballBasketball

CheerleadingFootball

GolfRifle Team

SoccerSoftball

VolleyballWrestling

Track and Field (Co-Op with Shade High School)

CLUBS/GROUPSAmateur Radio Club

BandArt ClubChorus

French ClubMu Alpha Theta

National Honor SocietyOutdoorsman Club

Pep ClubProm Committee

School Newspaper (Polaris)School MusicalSpanish ClubSpeech Team

Student CouncilYearbook

Extracurricular EligibilityExtracurricular activities include all events that take place outside of the classroom and are not considered part of any course’s regular curriculum. They may take place before, during, or after normal school hours (sporting events, dances, club trips, etc.). There are 4 types of eligibility:

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(1) Weekly Academic EligibilityAny student who is failing any 2 subjects will be ineligible for the following week, Monday through Sunday, and will not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity during that time period.

(2) Yearly Academic EligibilityStudents are ineligible to participate in interscholastic athletics and extracurricular activities if they fail two or more courses in the previous academic year. Students may participate if they complete the necessary remedial course work over the summer.

(3) Attendance Eligibility A student who has been absent from school during a semester for a total of twenty (20) or more school days shall not be eligible to participate in any extracurricular activity until the student has been in attendance for a total of forty-five (45) school days following the student’s twentieth (20th) day of absence. Certain absences may be waived by the District 5 committee (see PIAA handbook Article 3 Section 3).

(4) Behavioral EligibilityStudents who are suspended from school may not participate (play or practice) in any extracurricular activities. Also, a student may be deemed ineligible due to other school discipline consequences. .

*Each coach or sponsor will be provided with a list of all students who are ineligible due to any of the above. It is the responsibility of each individual coach or sponsor to prohibit students who are ineligible from participating.

Extracurricular Attendance

(1) Parent-Excused TardyIf a student arrives at school tardy but before the end of period 2 (9:29 a.m.), he/she must report to the office with a written excuse that includes the student’s name, date of tardy, reason for tardy, and a parent/guardian signature. If the student arrives after 9:29 with such an excuse or if no excuse is presented or the excuse is not valid according to the North Star attendance policy (excuses not

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valid include but are not limited to: slept in late and transportation problems), the tardy will be considered unexcused and the student shall not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity that day.

Only one parent-excused tardy will be accepted per school year per student for eligibility purposes.

(2) Appointment-Excused TardyIf a student arrives at school tardy but before the end of period 4 (11:03 a.m.) due to an appointment with a licensed health care practitioner, he/she must report to the office with a written doctor’s excuse that includes the student’s name, date of tardy, and the practitioner’s signature and phone number. If the student arrives after 11:03 with such an excuse or if no excuse is presented or the excuse is not valid, the tardy will be considered unexcused and the student shall not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity that day.

Appointment-excused tardies may be limited by the principal.

Any student arriving after 11:03, regardless of reason for tardiness, shall not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity that day.

(3) Early DismissalA student who must leave school early for an excused reason may not leave prior to the start of period 10 (1:13 p.m.) and must follow the high school attendance procedure which requires a written excuse signed by a parent/guardian that includes a contact phone number. Any student who leaves before 1:13 shall not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity that day.

(4) AbsenceNo student shall be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity on a day the student is absent from school. If the event is held on a non-school day, attendance for the most recent school day shall be used.

Substance Use/AbuseAny activity participant known by his/her sponsor to use alcoholic beverages or drugs during the course of his/her membership in that activity may be issued consequences that impact participation in the activity and may lead to dismissal from that activity. Any decision relative to participation in future activities will be left to the discretion of individual sponsors and the Administrative Staff. The consequences of the Drug and Alcohol Policy as set forth by the Board of School Directors of the North Star School District will be adhered to for this

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offense in addition to the described above if the occurrence was at school, on school grounds, or at a school function.

Code of EthicsIt is the duty of all concerned with school activities:

1. To emphasize the proper ideals of sportsmanship, respect, and ethical conduct.

2. To stress the values derived from good citizenship.3. To show cordial courtesy to fellow students, visitors, and others.4. To establish a positive relationship among participants.5. To encourage leadership, use of initiative, and good judgment

among participants.* Students who violate the code of conduct of the North Star School District will be disciplined according to its policy.

* Any student who is suspended from school will not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity during the time of suspension or other disciplinary consequence like detention.

School Spirit and SportsmanshipSchool spirit and sportsmanship may be divided into the following three (3) categories:

1. Courtesy toward teachers, fellow students & officials of school athletic activities.

2. Pride in everything our school endeavors to accomplish and has accomplished.

3. The ability to win and lose gracefully.

School spirit means loyalty to functions of the school. A loyal student supports his/her school and does his/her utmost to keep his/her scholastic and activity standards at the highest possible level.

School ColorsForest Green & White

School YearbookThe Polaris

School MascotCougar

Dances School-sponsored dances will be held throughout the school year. The following rules are in effect for all North Star High School dances:

1. Students in grade 8 and lower and students 21 or older are not permitted to attend high school dances.

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2. Students must be in attendance the day of the event in order to attend. If the event falls on a weekend, the student must be in attendance on the preceding most recent day of school.

3. Students who have been disciplined for three or more Level III or IV behaviors may not attend dances.

4. Students who are suspended, who have failed to attend detentions, or who are academically ineligible (9 weeks) or ineligible because of attendance may not attend.

5. Once a dance has started, no student may leave the dance early unless a parent/guardian discusses the circumstances in person with the chaperone.

Transportation

Busing ProcedureThe assignment of school bus stops will be the responsibility of the school district. If a secondary stop is needed, a change of transportation form must be completed.

School Bus Code of BehaviorPupils are encouraged to arrive at the bus stop on time, respect the property surrounding the bus stop, keep noise to a minimum, enter the bus in an orderly manner, cooperate with the bus driver (the driver is responsible for your safety) take care of the bus, and maintain order on the bus.

Any infraction of the rules or other behavior considered by the driver to be detrimental will be reported to the building principal in triplicate on forms provided by the school district for disciplinary action. After notifying the parents on the first offense, the principal may deny bus privileges for the student for a period no more than three (3) days for the second offense and for five (5) days on the third offense. A fourth violation will be sufficient to warrant suspension on bus privileges.

If a student is removed from the bus for disciplinary reasons, the parent will be responsible for transportation or for payment of van services. Suspension of school bus privileges does not relieve the parents of their responsibility as the compulsory attendance laws apply. Absence from school for the above reason would be considered as an inexcusable absence. It is the responsibility of the bus driver to report any infractions of the stated rules and guidelines for riding buses.Student Driver Procedure

1. Students must submit a completed Student Driving Pass Request form to the office.

2. Students must acquire and display the school parking permit.

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3. Students will park vehicles ONLY in the designated areas. If a student parks his/her vehicle in a place other than the student parking lot, he/she may be sent home for the day.

4. No passengers other than those listed on the Passenger Parental Permission Form may be carried.

5. Only licensed vehicles are permitted on school property.6. All traffic laws that apply while traveling in a school zone must be

obeyed.7. Violations of these rules will result in the suspension of privileges

and disciplinary action.

Attendance

* Extracurricular attendance information can be found in the Extracurricular Section.* Any student, 18 years or older, still needs parent/guardian permission to be excused from school.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania requires all children between the ages of 8 and 17 to attend school unless legally excused. Parents/Guardians are responsible for their child’s attendance at school. As part of their responsibility, parents/guardians are expected to provide the school with a written excuse for their child’s absence on the day the student returns but no later than the third school day following the absence. Parents/Guardians should contact the school if extenuating circumstances regarding a child’s absence exist.

Excused Absences1. Excused absences are prescribed by law in the Pennsylvania School

Code. The following reasons will be considered an excused absence from school (verification required):

a. A student’s illness or physical injury b. Death in the immediate familyc. Quarantined. Observance of a bona-fide religious holiday in accordance

with the student’s religious beliefse. Health care from a licensed practitioner when it is not

practical or possible to receive such care outside of school hours

f. Family/School trip (approved in advance)g. Urgent personal reason that is approved by the school

administrationh. Court appearance i. Suspension from school

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2. If a student has been absent from school, on the day the student returns, but no later than the third day following the absence, he/she should bring to the main office a written statement signed by their parent or guardian that indicates the following:

a. Student’s nameb. Days and dates of absencec. Reason for absenced. Parent/Guardian signature

Excuse forms are available in the main office for this purpose3. Failure to submit an excuse to the high school main office within the

three (3) day period will result in an unexcused absence for that time period.

4. A student whose absence is excused will have the opportunity to make up work assigned during the period of his/her absence. It is primarily the responsibility of the student to arrange to make up work missed during his/her absence within the time designated by the policies set forth in this handbook and implemented by the classroom teachers. Teachers will remind students of that responsibility. STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE A FAILING GRADE FOR ANY ASSIGNMENTS NOT MADE UP FROM AN ABSENCE.

Unexcused Absences1. Absences for shopping, hair appointments and reasons other than

those listed are considered unexcused. Missing the bus and oversleeping are also examples of unexcused absences. Unexcused absences include days missed because of parental neglect, illegal employment or student being willfully truant (absent from school without the permission of a parent/guardian and school officials).

2. Students who have not submitted an excuse upon their return to school may receive a courtesy reminder from the principal/designee. Excuses must be submitted by the end of the third school day following a student’s return. Excuses will not be accepted after that time.

3. After a second and third unexcused absence, the parent/guardian may receive a courtesy reminder from the principal/designee.

4. After a fourth, fifth, and sixth unexcused absence, the parent/guardian will be notified with a letter sent to the home.

5. After a seventh unexcused absence and every unexcused absence after, charges will be filed before the magistrate.

6. After ten days absence, excused or unexcused, not counting school excused or OSS, a letter will be sent to the home.

7. After fifteen days absence, excused or unexcused, not counting school excused or OSS, a letter stating that only doctor’s excused absences will be accepted will be sent to the home. All absences not accompanied by a doctor’s excuse will be illegal and charges will be filed.

8. After ten consecutive absences, excused or unexcused, the child is dropped from the roles.

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9. At 45 days of absence of any type, the student will be retained in the present grade level and loss of credit will result.

Tardy to SchoolWe would like to remind all parents/guardians and students about the importance of attending school and not being tardy. Research has shown there is a direct relation to punctuality and success in school. A student who arrives tardy is missing valuable instructional time in addition to causing a disruption to the learning environment of fellow students. We encourage parents to take seriously their obligation and responsibility to get their child to school in a timely manner. Please make a concerted effort to schedule all appointments after the academic day. The building is open to students at 7:25 a.m. each morning. Students are not to arrive before this time because there is no one to supervise them. We encourage parents/guardians to do their part by simply making sure their child is in his/her first period class by 7:53 a.m. each morning. Students will be marked late after the 7:53 a.m. bell. Special allowances will occur if buses are not here on time.

Being on time to school and class is optimum for teaching and learning. School bus transportation is provided free of charge to students of the North Star School District. For this reason, tardies related to car problems, oversleeping, etc. are not valid reasons for tardiness. To receive an excused tardy when late to school, the student must have either: (A) a doctor’s excuse (B) an official court notice (C) a parent note, including the information needed for an excused absence.

Consequences for unexcused tardies to school (per school year):1st offense = warning2nd offense = warning3rd offense = warning and parent/guardian notification4th - 9th offense = Wednesday detention each time10th - 14th offense = Saturday detention each time15th offense and above = OSS each time (at discretion of principal/designee)

* Excessive tardiness can lead to alternative education placement and/or expulsion.* A student driver who is habitually tardy (unexcused) to school will have his/her parking privileges revoked.

Tardy to Class (Other Than First Period)A student is tardy when he enters an assigned classroom after the bell has rung and he has no written excuse from a school official. A tardy of 6 minutes or more will be considered a class cut (see next section).

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Consequences for unexcused tardies to class (per class per school year):1st offense = warning2nd offense = warning3rd offense = warning and parent/guardian notification4th - 9th offense = Wednesday detention each time10th offense and above = Saturday detention each time

Class CutA class cut occurs when a student fails to attend a scheduled class or when a student is 6minutes or more tardy for a class.

Consequences for class cuts (per class per school year):1st offense = Wednesday detention and “0” for all missed class work; parent/guardian notification2nd offense = Saturday detention and “0” for all missed class work; parent/guardian notification3rd offense = Saturday detention and “0” for the course (student will be reassigned to resource/study during that period); parent/guardian notification

Students who leave school without permission or who are truant will be assigned two Saturday detentions. Additionally, their absence will be recorded as unexcused, and their individual classes will be given a class cut.

Early DismissalsEarly dismissals from school are considered absence from school and will follow the same guidelines for classification of excused/unexcused. Students are responsible for making up all missed work in a timely fashion while being dismissed from school for excused reasons.

If a student wishes to be dismissed early from school, he/she is required to submit to the main office a written statement, signed by a parent/guardian that contains the following: (Request forms may be obtained in the main office).

a. Student’s name (first/last)b. Day, date, and time for dismissalc. Reason for early dismissal; if medical appointment, name of doctor

and time of appointment must be includedd. Parent/Guardian signaturee. Phone number where parent/guardian may be contacted during the

day No early dismissal will be granted without a parent/guardian available unless verification via phone has been given along with the written notification.

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Facility and Services

Daily Bell Schedule AM Assembly Bell Schedule

7:45 – Teacher Arrival 7:45 – Teacher Arrival7:53 – 8:42……..HR/PD1 7:53 – 8:00……..HR/PD18:45 – 9:29……..PD2 8:00 – 9:00……..Assembly 9:32 – 10:16……PD3 9:00 – 9:29……..PD110:19 – 11:03…..PD4 9:32 – 10:00……PD211:06 -- 11:36….PD 5 (Lunch) 10:03 – 10:31…..PD3 11:39 – 11:50…..PD 6 10:34 – 11:03…..PD411:53 – 12:23......PD 7 (Lunch) Continue with Daily Bell Schedule12:26 – 12:37…..PD 8 12:40 – 1:10........PD 9 (Lunch) 1:13 – 1:57……..PD102:00 – 2:44……..PD113:15 – Teacher Dismissal

Early Dismissal Bell Schedule PM Assembly Bell Schedule

7:45 – Teacher Arrival Follow Daily Bell Schedule through period 47:53 – 8:28……..HR/PD1 11:06 – 11:36……..PD58:31 – 9:04……..PD2 11:39 – 12:09……..PD79:07 – 9:40……..PD3 12:12 – 12:42……..PD99:43 – 10:16……PD4 12:45 – 1:24………PD1010:19 – 10:49…..PD5 1:27 – 2:06………..PD1110:52 – 11:22…..PD7 2:06 – 2:44………..Assembly11:25 – 11:55…..PD9 3:15 – Teacher Dismissal11:58 – 12:33…..PD1012:36 – 1:11……PD111:45 – Teacher Dismissal

2 Hour Delay Bell Schedule Special Wednesday Bell Schedule

9:45 – Teacher Arrival 7:45 – Teacher Arrival9:53 – 10:25……PD1 (3) 7:53 – 8:00 –Students report to 1st period for attendance 8:00 -8:45 – Club/Meetings10:28 – 11:03…..PD2 (4) 8:48 – 9:20 – Period 1Continue with Daily Bell Schedule 9:23 – 9:55 – Period 2

9:58 – 10:30 – Period 3

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10:33 – 11:03 –Period 4Continue with Regular Daily Bell Schedule

Access to School FacilitiesAt the end of the school day, students are expected to leave the building by 3:00 p.m. unless properly supervised. Students may have access to school facilities only when properly supervised.

Textbooks/MaterialsTextbooks and certain materials are furnished to your child by the school system on a loan basis and should be treated as borrowed property. Students must pay for loss of or damage to such textbooks and materials.

LockersStudents are assigned a locker to use for the school year. Textbooks and other materials should be stored in a student’s assigned locker only, not another student’s locker or an unassigned locker. Students are permitted to use locks as long as a key or combination is supplied to the office.

Agendas Students are not permitted in the hallways during class periods unless they have their agenda signed by the classroom teacher. No student is permitted to run in the halls. Students caught in the hallway without a signed agenda may earn a discipline consequence. Replacement agendas may be purchased in the office for $5.00.

Check PolicyA fee of $50.00 will be assessed for the issuance of a non-sufficient fund check to any fund of the North Star School District.

Cafeteria ProceduresThe North Star School District maintains a closed lunch period. No fast food may be brought into the school for lunch, and students may not leave the school grounds for lunch.

All students are assigned a PIN number and corresponding lunch account. Students may deposit money in their account during the pre-homeroom period upon arrival to the high school from 7:25am to 7:53am or funds may be deposited via US mail clearly identifying the student and their PIN/Student number.At the high school there will be no negative balances. Therefore, the following procedure will be employed:

All students must have a positive balance to charge any meal, drink, or a la carte item.

All students receiving FREE lunches will need a positive balance to purchase extra or a la carte items.

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In the event a daily purchase causes the account to go into the negative THAT PURCHASE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.

Example: Student “A” approaches the cashier with a full meal and has 40 cents in his/her account. Lunch for this student is the full price of $1.55. This purchase takes the account into the negative $1.15 cents; therefore, this purchase would not be permitted, and the student would receive an equitable nutritious substitute at the expense of our Food Service Department.

We will allow (provide the equitable nutritious substitute) this to occur 2 times per school year; after that, we will not permit the student to purchase a meal until there is a positive amount in his/her account to make the purchase.

PLEASE keep your student’s account in the positive and replenished.

Medication at SchoolMost student medications can be taken at home either before/after school; this includes most antibiotics. If a physician deems it medically necessary for a student to take medication at school (prescription/non-prescription) during the school day, a Medical Permission Form must be completed. These forms are available in the building nurse’s office or main office. This form must be completed by a physician and signed by the parent/guardian before the medication can be administered at school. No exceptions will be made. A new form must be filled out if there is a change in the medication, dosage, or time to be taken as well as for the new school year. It is the responsibility of the child to report to the nurse’s office for his/her medication. It is the obligation of the parent to deliver the medication to the school. Please do not send the medication to school with your child as this can lead to the medication being misused, lost, or stolen.

School SurveillanceThe building is under video surveillance at all times and that surveillance can and will be used during investigations or prosecutions.

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Discipline

Faculty DetentionA student may be assigned by a teacher to after school detention from 2:44p.m.-3:15p.m. for disciplinary reasons. Parents and students will have a minimum of one day advance notice of the detention. Transportation arrangements are the responsibility of the parent and/or student. Parents will be called by the teacher and an attempt to personally talk to the parent will be made: however, if there is no other choice, a message may be left on a recorder. A record of the detention will be on file in the main office. Additionally, the student will be given a detention form to take home. The teacher assigning the detention will supervise the student and designate the school work to be completed.

Wednesday DetentionA student may be assigned by the principal/designee to Wednesday detention from 2:44p.m.-4:15p.m. Parents and students will have a minimum of one day advance notice of the detention. Parents will be called, and an attempt to personally talk to the parent will be made; however, a message will be left on a recorder. A teacher will be assigned to supervise the detention, and students must abide by all rules of the detention program. Students may be assigned written work.

Saturday DetentionA student may be assigned by the principal/designee to Saturday detention. Transportation is the responsibility of the student and/or parent/guardian. Parents and students will have a minimum of one day’s notice of the detention. Parents will be called, and a written follow-up will be made explaining the reason(s) for the detention. A teacher will be assigned to supervise and students must abide by all rules of the detention program.

A. Saturday detention will be from 8:00am until noon at NSHS.B. Each student must be prepared to work for the assigned time. Students are encouraged to concentrate on school assignments. If found without work, talking, sleeping, etc., an assignment of another Saturday will result.C. Transportation to and from the Saturday is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.D. Students are to report to the assigned area before 8:00a.m.E. After 8:00a.m. the doors will be locked. Late students will not be admitted.F. Students who are employed on Saturday are NOT excused from the program.G. Students who are absent from Saturday Detention must arrange to make up the hours with the building principal.H. Students will be notified on or before Tuesday of that week that they are to report to the Saturday program. Parents will be notified by mail or phone.I. If the Saturday program is to be cancelled for any reason, all students will be notified by 7:15am on the day of the session. Students will be notified via media.

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Out-of-School SuspensionOut-of-school suspension is the exclusion of a student from school and all school- related activities and functions for a period of 1-10 days. When the suspension exceeds 3 school days, the student and parent shall be given the opportunity for an informal hearing. The student shall have the opportunity to respond to the accusation. A student who does not modify his/her behavior following an out-of-school suspension may be recommended to the board for expulsion. After a third out-of-school suspension, the student will be recommended for expulsion.

ExpulsionExpulsion is exclusion from school for a serious offense or series of offenses for a period exceeding ten (10) school days and may be permanent.

*Note: Any student who is suspended/expelled from school may not attend or participate in any school-sponsored activity. Students who are suspended out-of –school/expelled are not permitted on school grounds for the duration of their suspension/expulsion.

Community ServiceCommunity Service options may be used as consequences for various misbehaviors that occur. The community service must be agreed upon by the adult responsible for supervising the activity and the parent prior to the initiation of the service. Failure to fulfill the responsibilities outlined for community service (time, hours, dates, etc.) will result in other disciplinary consequences being assigned.

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Detention Flow Chart

Attended -ObligationFulfilled

Attended -Obligation Fulfilled

Attended -Resume Activities (Starting Saturday 12 pm)

Attend 2nd SaturdayDetention

Attended -

Attend 2nd and 3rdSat Detentions

No Show -Suspended

(45 days loss ofactivity privileges)

First Sat Detention

Attended -

Attend 3rdDetention

No-ShowSuspended

(45 days loss ofactivity privileges)

Second Sat Detention

AttendedObligationFulfilled

No Show -Suspended

(45 days loss ofactivity privileges)

Third Sat Detention

No Show -3 Saturday Detentions assignedNo activities outside classroom

until obligation is fulfilled

First Saturday Detention

Attended -Obligation Fulfilled

Attended

Attend 2nd SatDetention

No Show -Suspended

(45 days loss ofactivity privileges)

First Sat Detention

AttendedObligationFulfilled

No ShowSuspended

(45 days loss ofactivity privileges)

Second Sat Detention

No Show -2 Saturday Detentions AssignedNo activities outside classroom

until obligation is fulfilled

2nd Saturday Detention

No Show -2 Saturday Detentions Assigned

No activities outside classroom for the following week (Sat. 12pm to Sat. 12pm)

SATURDAYDETENTION

No ShowSaturday

Detention Assigned

WEDNESDAY DETENTION

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**Activity Privileges referenced on this flow chart are defined as all school activities outside the normal classroom, to include but not limited to : assemblies, pep rallies, field trips, marching band, choral and band concerts, running for offices or homecoming court, evening activities such as sporting events, dances, prom, homecoming dance, and graduation ceremony.

***Students will not attend any field trips when they lose their eligibility and teachers will provide an alternative for grading.

****If a student does not attend Saturday detention, the loss of activity privileges will be in effect from Saturday (12pm) through the following Saturday (12pm).

REPEATED DISREGARD for attendance at assigned consequences will result in the student being classified as a disruptive youth. A disruptive youth is defined as a student who poses a clear threat to the safety and welfare of other students or staff, who creates an unsafe school environment or whose behavior disrupts the overall educational process. The disruptive student exhibits to a marked degree any or all of the following conditions: disregard for school authority, including persistent violation of school policy and rules; display or use of controlled substances on school property or during school-affiliated activities; violent or threatening behavior on school property or during school affiliated activities; possession of a weapon on school property, as defined under 18 Pa. C. S. Section 912 (relating to possession of weapon on school property); commission of a criminal act on school property or during a school-affiliated activities; misconduct that would merit suspension or expulsion under school policy, habitual truancy. A disruptive youth will be placed in an alternative education program or expelled

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Disciplinary Structure

Level ILevel I misconduct involves minor misbehavior on the part of the student which impedes orderly classroom procedure or interferes with the orderly operation of the school and/or school-sponsored activities.

These behaviors are to be handled by the individual staff member; however, such misbehavior may be indicative of a problem that should be referred to appropriate support staff. An accurate record for the offense, intervention, and disciplinary action must be maintained by the staff member. Reoccurrence of the misbehavior may require a referral to the administration for further intervention and disciplinary action.

Examples of Level I Offenses

Classroom disruption (minor) InsubordinationClassroom tardiness PDA (see below)Disrespectful language or gesture (minor)

Unauthorized use of electronic device (see below)

Hallway disruption (minor) Food/Beverage infraction (see below)Cheating Purse infraction (see below)

Listed below are possible consequences for Level I offenses: Verbal reprimand Student conference Special assignment Behavioral contract Conference with student/teacher/counselor Conference with parent/student/teacher Teacher assigned and monitored detention Confiscation of device by staff member and submission to office

After the above disciplinary options have been exhausted, the discipline may proceed to Level II.

Public Displays of Affection (PDA)Public displays of affection such as hand-holding and kissing are considered inappropriate while students are under the school’s supervision.

Electronic DevicesCell phones, MP3 players, and other electronic devices are only to be used in the school building between 7:53 AM and 2:44 PM for educational purposes or with staff’s permission. Violators will have their device confiscated and returned at the end of the period. A second offense will result in the holding of the confiscated item until the end of the school day. (Devices are permitted to be used at lunch and between periods).

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Food/BeveragesStudents are not permitted to bring open drink containers into the building. Food/Beverages may be consumed in areas other than the cafeteria only with teacher permission. Students are not permitted to remove food/drink cafeteria.

PursesStudents are required to place purses under a desk or in a designated area in each classroom.

Level IILevel II involves behavior whose frequency or seriousness tends to disrupt the learning climate of the school or school-sponsored activity.

These infractions may result from the continuation of Level I behaviors and require the intervention of personnel on the administrative level or other so specified persons. Teachers are required to

1) discuss all disciplinary referrals with student2) communicate appropriately with parent or guardian prior to

submitting referral3) turn in referral in to the main high school office.

A proper and accurate record of the offense is documented by the staff member, and the student is referred to the administration for appropriate disciplinary action. The staff member meets with the student to review documentation and assign appropriate disciplinary consequences. The teacher, parent, and student are informed of the action. A proper and accurate record of the offense and the disciplinary action is maintained with a copy forwarded to the teacher.

Examples of Level II Behaviors

Forgery (minor) Inappropriate language not directed at a person

Verbal fighting Driving to school w/o authorization

Presence in unauthorized area of building Safety violationTrespassing during suspension Minor harassment violationContinuation of unmodified Level I behaviors

Physical confrontation (minor)

Minor destruction of school property(consequence includes restitution)

Bus violation

Reported for discipline by substitute Failure to attend Teacher After School Detention

Dress code violation *

* Initial minor dress code violations will be resolved with an alteration to or change of clothing.

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Listed below are possible consequences for Level II offenses:

Wednesday Detention-parental contact by letter/telephone Saturday Detention-parental contact by letter/telephone Conference with parent/guardian/student/administrator One day out-of-school suspension-parental contact by

letter/telephone Required conference with parent/guardian/student/administrator for

reinstatement Other referrals as deemed appropriate by the administration Proceed to Level III disciplinary action

Level IIILevel III misconduct involves behavior on the part of the student which includes acts directed towards persons, property, impedes orderly classroom procedure, and/or interferes with the orderly operation of the school and/or school sponsored activities.

These infraction may result from the continuation of Level II behaviors but more frequently may be construed more serious in nature and require the immediate intervention of personnel on the administrative level. Teachers are required to

1) discuss all disciplinary referrals with student2) communicate appropriately with parent/guardian prior to submitting

referral3) submit referral to the main high school office.

Those acts which are criminal in nature may automatically referred to the appropriate law enforcement office. Disciplinary action will be taken in all cases and parents/guardians will be informed by letter of the infraction. Level III suspensions are imposed on students whose behaviors threaten safety and well being of the students and staff. No person has the right to threaten or harm anyone in our school.

Examples of Level III Behaviors

Physical fighting * Truancy *Assault * Harassment (major or continued) *Violation of the tobacco policy * Violation of the drug/alcohol policy *Open defiance of a member of the staff

Use of profane/obscene abusive language or gestures directed at a person

Disrespect toward a member of the staff or visitor to the school district

Possession or distribution of pornographic materials

Forgery (major) Theft (consequences include restitution)

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Extortion Continuation of unmodified Level II behavior

Ethnic Intimidation Lying to faculty, staff, or administration

* Charges will be filed in addition to school consequences.

Listed below are possible consequences for Level III offenses: 2 Saturday Detentions 2 Saturday Detentions with community service 3 days out-of-school suspension-parental contact by letter/telephone Required conference with

parent/guardian/student/administrator/counselor for reinstatement 10 days out-of-school suspension-parental contact by letter/telephone Superintendent review Proceed to Level IV discipline NOTE : A student who commits a total of three (3) or more Level III

and/or Level IV violations will be denied the privilege of participating in any extracurricular activity, interscholastic events or school-sponsored events. This penalty applies to school trips and grade-level activities, including dances, class celebrations and the graduation ceremony.

Tobacco PolicyConsequences for possession or use of tobacco on school property while school is in session or at any location during a school activity (per school year):1st offense = 3 day suspension; charges filed2nd offense = 5 day suspension; charges filed3rd offense and above = 10 day suspension each time; charges filed each time

* A student may be required to participate in the North Star Diversion Program.

Drug/Alcohol PolicyConsequences for possession or use of alcohol or any unauthorized drug on school property while school is in session or at any location during a school activity (total):1st offense = 5 day suspension; charges filed2nd offense = 10 day suspension; charges filed3rd offense = expulsion; charges filed

* Whether a drug is “unauthorized” shall be at the principal’s discretion.* All offenses committed while a student is in grades 9-12 will count toward a student’s total; this is not an offense per year policy.* Being under the influence of alcohol or an unauthorized drug may be treated the same as possession or use.* A student may be required to participate in the North Star Diversion Program.

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Level IVLevel IV misconduct involves behavior on the part of the student which includes acts of violence directed towards persons/property which pose a threat to the health, safety, welfare and/or morals of others in the school and/or materially disrupts the educational environment. Included in Level IV violations are unmodified Level I, II and III actions which result in the immediate removal of the student from the school, the intervention of law enforcement authorities and action by the Board of School Directors.

Parents/guardians will be contacted by phone as soon as possible. A letter will also be forwarded with the infraction and disciplinary action taken in all classes.

Examples of Level IV Behaviors

Threat to a staff member Major destruction of propertyPhysical assault on a staff member Terroristic threatCausing a false alarm Inciting so as to cause a riot

Listed below are possible consequences for Level IV offenses:

10 days out-of-school suspension with possible recommendation to the board of school directors for expulsion

All violations of the law will be referred to appropriate authorities

Weapons and Dangerous InstrumentsDefinition of WeaponAny firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, or any device designed as a weapon and capable of producing bodily injury, or any other device or instrument which, in the manner in which it is used or intended to be used, is calculated or likely to produce bodily injury.A student shall not possess, handle or transmit any object that can reasonably be considered a weapon

1. on school grounds during, immediately before, or immediately after school hours

2. on the school grounds at any other time when the school is being used by a school group

3. off the school grounds at any school activity, function, or event.DisciplineAny student apprehended for the possession of a weapon will be expelled for one (1) year according to state law.

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Reasonable ForceEven when a parent or local school board prohibits corporal punishment, reasonable force may be used by teachers and school authorities in the following situations:

To quell a disturbance To obtain possession of weapons or other dangerous objects For the purpose of self-defense For the protection of persons or property

School authorities shall notify all parents/guardians of this policy.

Searches1. School authorities may search a student’s locker and seize any

illegal materials without the presence of the student. Such materials may be used against the student in disciplinary, juvenile, or criminal proceedings. When a student’s locker is being searched, it is suggested that the student and an adult witness shall be notified, and the student will be given the opportunity to be present.

2. The courts have upheld the claim that the school lockers are school property, loaned or rented to the students for the students’ convenience. Students shall not expect privacy regarding items placed in school lockers. School property is subject to search at any time by school officials, and random, periodic or sweeping searches of all lockers will occur. School authorities may search the student’s locker without prior warning in seeking contraband because, standing in loco parentis, school authorities are charged with the safety of all students under their care and supervision. Such a search is not an illegal search but a reasonable exercise of board power in the interest of the health, welfare, and safety of all school students.

Police Authority in SchoolPolice have the authority to interview a child in school if the parents/guardians of the student involved have been notified of the police request, explained the situation, informed that they may be present at interview, and asked permission for the interview to take place. If the parents/guardians cannot be reached, no interview will be permitted. Students and parents can request the principal/designee to be present at the police interview.

Student RightsStudents have the right to express themselves in any matter unless such expression directly interferes with the educational process, threatens harm to the school or community, encourages unlawful activity, or interferes with another individual’s rights.

Students have the responsibility to obey the laws governing libel and obscenity and to be aware of others and to give them a fair opportunity to express their views.

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Unofficial Publications: The constitutional right of freedom of speech guarantees the freedom of public school students to publish their own materials, other than those sanctioned by the school. The school has no responsibility to assist students or to provide facilities in the publishing of these materials nor may the school be held responsible for any statements published. Unofficial publications have moral and legal obligations to observe the rules of responsible journalism.

Flag Salute and the Pledge of Allegiance: It is the responsibility of every citizen to show proper respect for his/her country and its flag. However, students may decline to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and may refrain from saluting the flag on the basis of personal belief or religious convictions. Students who choose to refrain from such participation shall respect the rights and interest of classmates who do wish to participate in a meaningful ceremony. A student who chooses not to participate will stand, remaining respectfully silent.

Appearance and Clothing: A student’s appearance/clothing must not cause a disruption of the educational process or constitute a health or safety hazard. In general, appropriate school clothing is clothing that is conservative, does not draw attention, and is considered by most adults to be in good taste for use in a public setting.

The following clothing is unacceptable:Articles that promote, advertise, suggest, or display the use of alcohol,

prohibited drugs, or tobacco products.Articles that depict or suggest sexual relations/nudity or vulgar/obscene

language or images. This includes shirts that portray suggestive sexual logos from restaurants, bars, and other establishments.

Articles that depict inappropriate images or terminology.

Tank tops, fish net tops, tops with large arm holes, muscle shirts, bare-midriff tops, low-cut tops, tops not capable of being tucked in, tops with less than 2 inch shoulder straps.

Shorts/pants made of spandex, lycra, or similar material or very low-riding pants/shorts; appropriate undergarments must be worn and not exposed.

* The length of shorts and skirts must be at least two (2) inches beyond the student’s fingertips when arms are hanging straight at sides.

Excessively tight/torn clothing or see-through clothing. Hats, hoods (over head), bandanas, and other headwear.Flip-flops and shower shoes.

* The dress code applies to extra-curricular uniforms when worn during the school day.

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Consequences of Dress Code Violation:Students in violation of the Dress Code policy will be referred to the office and parents will be called to bring proper school attire. If parents cannot be reached, students will be given an opportunity to wear alternative clothes supplied by the office or another student or be placed in an alternative setting. Repeat offenders of the Dress Code will be subject to disciplinary action.

CheatingCheating is defined by the North Star School District to include the following:

Obtaining assistance in any way from another student during examinations

Knowingly giving assistance to another student during examinations The use of notes, books, etc., or any source of information during

examinations that is not authorized by the examiner. Obtaining without authorization an examination or any part thereof Having knowledge of a stolen examination and not reporting it to an

administrator or faculty member Providing one’s work for another student to copy and submit as

his/her own Altering, or causing to be altered, the record of any grade on a test,

quiz, etc., or in a grade book, office or other record Plagiarism-taking or imitating the ideas, thoughts of language or

language of another to represent them as one’s original work. If the ideas, thoughts or language from another source must be used, it is the student’s responsibility to footnote or annotate the information appropriately

Copying or using another person’s computer disk or file to use as his/her own

Entering another person’s computer file

Disciplinary Action for CheatingCheating is subject to the following consequences:First Offense: Student will receive a “0” for the work. The faculty member will contact the parent by phone, and a follow-up letter will be sent by the faculty member. A copy of the documentation will be placed in the student’s discipline file.Second Offense: Student will receive a failing grade for the current nine week period. A parent/teacher conference will be held with the student and an administrator. Written documentation will be placed in the student’s discipline file.Third Offense: Student will receive a failing grade for the course and face a possible hearing before the Board of Education. A parent conference will be held with the principal. Written documentation will be placed in the student’s discipline file.

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Mission:

The North Star School District will provide its students with the skills

needed to successfully develop their academic, technological, physical,

artistic, and social potential. Cooperation between schools, family,

community, and business will enable our students to emerge as productive

citizens ready to embrace and enjoy a lifetime of learning.

Vision:

The North Star School District will be a leader in education, providing a safe

and secure learning environment conducive to our students’ achievement

of their personal best.

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