I. Academics

A. Research and Success: Research and the experience of students, faculty, and administrators indicate that students taking a solid high school core of courses have better national test scores and greater success in institutions on higher learning. Therefore, it is highly recommended that students graduating from Har-Ber High School complete the following core course work.

1. English: Four units with emphasis on writing skills (not including oral communications).

2. Science: Four units with laboratories chosen from two of the following: physical science, biology, chemistry, and physics.

3. Mathematics: Four units, including Algebra I & II, Geometry, and one of the following: Algebra III, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, or Calculus.

4. Social Studies: Four units, including American History, World History, and at least one-half of Civics/American Government. A course in Economics, psychology, or sociology should not round out the social studies requirements.

5. Foreign Language: Two units of the same foreign language.

6. Speech/Oral Communications: One-half unit of study devoted to speech-making, oral reports, small group presentation, and problem solving.

7. Fine Arts: One unit each chosen from performing arts and visual arts.

8. Keyboarding/Computer Skills: Development of skills needed to utilize everyday concepts in computer usage including programs in word processing, spreadsheets, and similar applications.

B. Graduation Requirements:

English…………………….4 units

Mathematics……………….4 units

Science…………………….4 units

Social Studies……………...4 units

Oral Communications…….1/2 unit

Health…………………......1/2 unit

Physical Education………..1/2 unit

Fine Arts…………………..1/2 unit

Electives……………………8 units

Note: One-half unit is earned for each semester in a course.

A maximum of two (2) units of correspondence credits may be applied toward graduation requirements. Students desiring this means of earning credit must make arrangements with their counselor and have the approval of the principal. Correspondence course(s) may not be taken in lieu of the final semester of school.

C. Grade Classification: The following credits must have been earned before the beginning of the semester to be classified as a specific class member.

Sophomore…………..4 Earned Credits

Junior……………… 10 Earned Credits

Senior……………….17 Earned Credits

D. Semester Exams :

1. An “F” for the semester will be assigned for that class if the student fails to show up for the exams without being excused by the building principal. Permission to reschedule a semester exam may only be granted by the building principal.

2. Students and parents should plan ahead and consider semester exam schedules as a very important priority and not to miss the regular scheduled semester exam.

3. Only under extreme circumstances will semester exams be rescheduled.

Note: A student’s semester grades will be held if the student owes fees, fines, dues, have lost or damaged books, or have failed to return any item that has been issued to him/her by the school. (uniforms, etc.)

E. Make-Up Work:

1. Students are allowed to complete all work missed because of an absence from school. However, in the case of absences due to class cuts and/or truancies, students will receive a grade of “zero” and will not be eligible to turn in work missed for credit.

2. It is the student’s responsibility to initiate contact with the teacher regarding make-up work on the day he/she returns to school. Students who delay initiating this contact any reason, runs the risk of being denied the right to make up his/her work. The nature of the work and the timeline for making up the work missed shall be determined by the individual teacher. Generally, students will be granted one day for each day of school missed to turn in his/her make-up work.

3. Students who are suspended from school ( OSS) will receive a maximum of 50% credit for any make-up work missed due to his/her suspension by following the procedures listed above. The timeframe for completing the work shall be at the discretion of the administrator issuing the suspension ( OSS).

Note: In cases of “Absolute Deadlines” for projects, research papers, etc.. The work must be turned in on the deadline date, even if the student is not in attendance. Parents, siblings, or friends may bring the work to the school office before the student’s scheduled class period and the teacher will be notified of its receipt. Students who fail to meet the deadline will be given a grade of “zero”.

F. Textbooks: Students will be issued textbooks in most classes. Care of textbooks is the student’s responsibility. Students will be held financially responsible for books lost, stolen, or damaged. Full replacement cost will be charged for lost books. Textbooks must be accounted for prior to taking final exams.

Fines: Semester grades will be held if the student has not returned the textbook issued to him/her or owes for damages to his/her book.

G. Plagiarism/Cheating: Plagiarism is defined as quoting, +paraphrasing, or summarizing someone else’s words or ideas without giving credit to that person or source. Plagiarism occurs when claiming as one’s own, information from printed materials and/or electronic sources such as the Internet or CD’s. Copying another student’s assignment is considered cheating and therefore, will be treated as plagiarism.

Punishment:

1. When a student copies another student’s work: both students will be given a “zero” for the work and may be referred to his/her assistant principal for further disciplinary action.

2. For larger more in-depth assignments such as research papers, semester projects, etc…:punishment can range from a “zero” on the assignments to an “F” for the class and being removed from that class with loss of credit. ISS and OSS are additional options of the administration.

H. Parent/Teacher Conferences: Parent and teacher communication is essential to maintain contact with each other in order to provide for a successful learning experience. Parents may make appointments with teachers, counselors, or the principal by calling the school office at 750-8777. Teacher conferences will normally be scheduled during the teacher’s plan period.

I. Night School: “Night School” classes are offered as “credit recover” classes only. Students who have failed or lost credit in a class mayhave the option of making up the credit in “Night School”. Three “Night School” sessions are held each semester and are five (5) weeks in length. Only one course (one-half credit) may be enrolled in each session. Please check with your counselor for course availability and enrollment qualifications and procedures.

J. Summer School: “Summer School” dates and feels will be announced through the principal’s office each year. Classes are offered as “credit recovery” only, unless otherwise specified. A maximum of one unit of credit per summer may be earned through “Summer School”.

K. Work Study Program and Internships: Career-focused programs play a vital role in preparing students for the world of work. Attendance expectations must be met for participation. Students must be in attendance at school in order to report to work on that day. Students who fail to adhere to this guideline will be removed from the work program and placed in another class. Students will lose credit for any class they are removed from.

L. Use of Student Work, Pictures: Communication with the parents and community about the Springdale Schools and the accomplishments of our students is one of our primary goals. It is our desire to share information which will allow parents to better understand the everyday instructional process and other activities in which our students participate. Part of that communication process involves showcasing student work and activities utilizing both video-taped events and the World Wide Web. Each Springdale School has a web site on the World Wide Web (i.e. the Internet). The district has encouraged each school and individual teacher to create a web site in order to share information about the school and various facets of school activities. Part of that communication process can involve displaying work and digital photographs of Springdale staff and students. We would like to give your child (ren) the opportunity to be a part of this exciting new area of communication. However, because this document can be seen not only by the people in Springdale, but by people all over the world, we must make every effort to provide a degree of security for students. With parental permission, only first names and last initials will be used for students for students in kindergarten through junior high school, and both first and last names can appear for students attending high school. All student work will appear with a copyright notice prohibiting the copying of such work. A copy of the picture or material will be copied and sent home upon parent’s request. Occasionally, our school district has the unique opportunity of being able to present information about our schools or activities through the medium of video-tape. Both area television stations and the high school broadcast journalism class are able to tape special events on all of the school campuses. Publication and/or broadcasts shall adhere to an applicable copyright laws as well as Family Educational Privacy Act requirements. No student publication purposes, impinge upon the rights of students, or are prejudiced in content, vulgar, or unsuitable authorities and shall not interfere with school activities. We will only allow students to be video-taped if we have received permission from the parents/guardians. If you have questions, please contact your child’s school principal.

M. Technology: Acceptable Use Policy (AUP):

Springdale School District Policy

The Springdale School district in committed to promoting ethical and responsible use of computer and network resources and will not tolerate their misuse. The use of technology resources is a privilege, not a right, and should be treated as such. Access to the Internet and technology is provided for professional, managerial, and educational purposes. Any person using district technology is responsible for its proper use. By accessing and using technology, users acknowledge that inappropriate use is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action. The Springdale School District reserves the right to monitor or log all network activity with or without notice, including email and all web site communications, and therefore, users should have no reasonable expectation of privacy in the use of these resources.

Technology infractions include but are not limited to:

• Hardware-related infractions:
• Vandalize, deface, destroy, or remove computer equipment, parts, cables, accessories, etc.
• Unauthorized dismantling, disconnecting, or removing computer equipment cables, or Peripherals.
• Misuse of computer hardware will result in temporary or permanent damage or possible damage to equipment.
• Software-related infractions:
• Unauthorized changing of setting on computers including modification or removal of software, operating systems, security programs, configuration files, etc.
• Introduction of a virus or other destructive elements.
• Installation of unauthorized and/or unlicensed software (on site documentation required).
• Inappropriate use of files including:
• Unauthorized copying of software programs.
• Unauthorized usage of files or disks.
• Unauthorized Computer Ethics-related infractions:
• Attempting to access systems or files for unauthorized purposes.
• Using or attempting to use unauthorized passwords-system security passwords or individual’s passwords.
• Failure to keep personal passwords secure and private.
• Usage of computers for harassment (sexual, racial, personal, bullying, etc.)
• Usage of computers for illegal or unethical activities including plagiarism or copyright violations.
• Usage of computers to convey or access any objectionable materials including topics which are: obscene, racially slurred, vulgar, sexually explicit, violent, etc.
• Excessive time usage when others are waiting.

• Internet/email related infractions:
• Unauthorized posting of information/graphics pertaining to Springdale School District, its employees, or students.
• Visiting improper or inappropriate websites
• Designing, creating or posting of websites which do not follow district webpage standards.
• Use of chat rooms, cyber cafes, etc.
• Inappropriate email
• Inappropriate mailing to large groups or entire school.
• Non-essential messages including jokes, thoughts of the day, chain emails, political announcements, etc.
• Confidentiality – no email is confidential, personal, or private. All or part of an email can be sent to hundreds of people with just a few mouse clicks. In addition, emails can be subject to open records law. Persons should not post email messages containing inappropriate language or content.

Disciplinary Actions

All violations will be handled as any other infraction of school board policy

(Supports and reflects School Board Policy Code CBCBC/GDPDD/JIBG/JFCS)

Disciplinary Actions May Include

• Revocations of computer access.
• Financial Restitutions.
• Students: suspension, expulsion, academic failure due to lack of course work completion, or other penalties as may be appropriate
• Employees: Up to and including termination of employment
• Possible referral for prosecution.

II. Attendance Expectations

 Regular student attendance is paramount in importance for all students. Regular student attendance is not only encouraged but is required and expected of all Har-Ber High School students. In order for students to prepare themselves for graduation from high school and to prepare themselves for the responsibilities of the “outside world” students must consider their regular school attendance as a very important factor in being a student and Har-Ber High School.

Please refer to the Springdale Public Schools attendance policy (JEC) in the district policy handbook.

• Class Attendance:

• Students and their parents/guardians hold the main responsibility for regular class attendance and for following the attendance policy.
• Any student who fails to follow all or part of his/her assigned schedule, whether the student is on or off campus, and does not check-out at the Attendance Office, will be considered truant. The student will not receive credit for the time truant.
• Penalties:

First Violation:

• Conference with student
• Notification of parent/guardian
• Assigned three (3) days of In-School-Suspension (ISS)
• Warning of Out-Of-School suspension ( OSS) for following offense.

Second Violation:

• Conference with student
• Notification of parent/guardian
• Assigned three (3) days OSS
• Court referral

Third Violation:

• Parent Conference with student
• Assigned five (5) days OSS
• Court referral
• Warning of expulsion or assignment to alternative school
• Attendance Procedures:

1. Check-In Procedure

Students arriving at school after 8:40 a.m. are required to check-in at the Attendance Office. Students will be given a pass to enter class and an absence will be assessed for first period.

An absence will be assessed for any class in which t he student misses more than 15 minutes of class time.

2. Check-Out Procedure:

a. Students may not check-out without a note, phone call, or appointment card. All students must come to the attendance office when checking out and leaving school during the scheduled school day.

b. Students are encouraged to check-out at class breaks to avoid class disruptions. Any student, who knows he/she is checking out, should come by the attendance office between classes. Do not go to your next class and wait for a check-out slip.

C. students who are sick and call their parents to check-out should come by the attendance office immediately. Do not sit in the hallway waiting for your parent or go back to class.

d. Any student who has a doctor, dental, or legal appointment, or has been in attendance at a funeral, may bring documentation to the attendance office so these absences will not count toward the student’s allotted ten days for loss of credit. This documentation should be returned to the attendance office immediately upon the student’s return to school.

• Tardies :

Whether at school or work, it is important for students to learn to be on time. Constantly being late or tardy to class is a bad habit, is inconsiderate of others, and a waste of valuable time. It is important for students to be on time in order to get the maximum benefit from their classes and for teachers to be able to conduct classes effectively and efficiently. It is understandable that students will occasionally be tardy, but persistent tardiness will result in disciplinary action.

Guidelines: Teachers have the authority and are expected to impost sanctions for students tardy to their class. These sanctions may include but are not limited to extra time spent with the teacher, teacher detentions, or assignments to school wide detentions. Any detention that is assigned will be assigned no sooner than the following school day and must be served by the date assigned. Failure to do so will result in referral to the student’s assistant principal.

Note: Any student tardy more than 5 minutes (periods 2-7) may be considered truant and should not be allowed to enter class. The student will be sent to the assistant principal for sanction.

• College Day Absences: Senior college day absences are earned time off from school to visit prospective colleges or post-secondary schools. Seniors are not automatically allowed the two days per semester for college visits, but must earn them through good attendance and scholarships. Students who are struggling academically or students who have a poor attendance record at the time of application will not be granted this time off from school.]
• Students must make application for the college day(s) at least two days in advance of the absence from school. Failure to apply for the “College Day” absence prior to the actual visit will result in the denial of the “College Day” and the absence will count toward the student’s attendance allotment.

College Day applications are available in the attendance office.

2. Returning students must provide written documentations on school letterhead (the school visited) to the Attendance Office the day he/she returns to school. Failure to do so will result in denial of the “College Day” and the day missed will be counted toward the student’s attendance allotment. This absence may also result in a violation of the truancy policy.

• Special School Absences: School trips or functions approved by the administration will be tracked in attendance record totals but will not count toward maximum limits affecting credit. Attendance at school is required on the same day of extra-curricular activities, sports, spirit groups, etc. Absences the day after an event may have affect on future participation. Students are required to request and/or complete assignments PRIOR to leaving on school trips. Completed work is due upon return to class unless other arrangements are made in advance. Missed exams must be taken immediately upon return to the class. Students who leave class before the approved time will be counted absent.)

III. Standard – (Dress Code)

Rationale: This policy is intended to assist schools in carrying out their educational mission and in becoming healthier, safer places of learning.

A. A student’s appearance and dress should reflect and acceptable common standard in the interest of decency, cleanliness, safety, and good health. There are many details and styles of clothing that cannot be covered in the dress code. We hope that students and parents understand not only the “letter” of the dress code but also the “spirit” in which the dress code is written, and choose clothing that is appropriate for a student attending Springdale Public Schools.

B. A Student’s appearance and dress shall not:

1. Disrupt or contribute to the disruption of the educational process

2. Interfere with the rights or opportunities of other students to learn

3. Interfere with the teacher’s ability to teach and/or maintain a structured learning environment

C. Any apparel (defined as garment or jewelry) which is likely to create a disruption at school is prohibited. Such apparel includes, but is not limited to:

1. Apparel that depicts or promotes illegal activities, racism, violence, suggestive, or inflammatory slogans, etc.

2. Apparel that is revealing or suggestive. (Ex: reveals excessive cleavage, reveals undergarments, bare midriffs, racer backs, bare backs, spaghetti straps {straps must be at least one inch wide}, etc...)

3. Apparel that depicts or promotes the use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products. This includes advertisements of places where these items are normally obtained or used, i.e., pubs, bars, taverns, and any other establishment associated with said items.

4. Apparel with crude suggestions or implications; including those with a play on words.

5. Apparel that is deemed gang-related, including but not limited to head rags, bandanas, hairnets, sagging trousers, rolling up one leg of pants, caps worn sideways, backwards, etc…

6. Apparel that presents concerns regarding safety or health issues, including but not limited to chains, studded bracelets, dog collars, or piercings deemed hazardous to the student or others.

7. Shorts and/or skirts must be at a length to reach the student’s fingertips when the student’s arms and fingers are extended and held to their sides.

8. Overalls must be worn as they are designed, with both straps attached properly.

9. Hats, caps or other inappropriate head covering shall not be worn in the building.

10. Sunglasses re not to be worn in the building unless medical condition exist. A note from a physician is required.

11. Shoes must be worn at all times while on campus or at any school function.

D. Students are encouraged to have conversations with school officials if the student is unsure of the appropriateness of any item of apparel. The school administration will be responsible for making necessary decisions regarding questionable apparel.

E. The penalties for violation of this policy may include counseling, parent notification, removal from class until properly attired, and/or placed on probation as a minimum and up to expulsion from school for one (1) semester as maximum.

IV. Behavior Expectations

• General Conduct: Students at HBHS are expect3ed to conduct themselves inn a manner that will reflect credit upon themselves, their parents, and the school. The following regulations should be observed when students are on school grounds during the school day, during school activities, and on school-sponsored trips. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in expulsion from school:
• All students must carry school I.D. & upon request, identify themselves to teachers, staff, and administrators (jfc)
• All students must recognize authority and obey reasonable instructions and directions of teachers, staff and administrators. (jfc)
• Students shall refrain from the use of obscene and abusive communication. (jfc)
• Students shall not willfully destroy school property. (jfcb)
• Damage or theft of property is viewed as a serious breach of discipline and is subject to legal action and restitution. (jfcb)
• Malicious communication, threats, intimidation, harassment, bullying, hazing or assault of fellow students, teachers, staff, and/or administrators will be considered as a serious breach of discipline. Authorities may be notified and prosecution in the courts may result in addition to school sanctions. (jfcr)
• Students must follow their assigned schedule and perform scheduled work assigned by teachers. (jeda)
• Fireworks of any kind are prohibited. (jfcn)
• Students shall not possess firearms, knives, explosives, or sharp instruments of any kind. (jfcj)
• Disruptive conduct which interferes with the educational process is prohibited. (jfcp)
• Tobacco, controlled substances, and alcohol are prohibited on campus and at all school functions. (jgcga, jfci)
• Any garment, jewelry, action, or form of communication, which by color, design, or symbol is deemed to communicate or promote disruptive, harmful, dangerous or illegal activities is prohibited. (jfca)
• Obey all parking regulations and drive safely and responsibly of campus. (jfc)

*(Note: Board Policy Codes listed in parentheses)

At all times, a student’s conduct should be refined and courteous.

• Classroom conduct:
• Teachers have the authority to establish rules of conduct within their classrooms. Classroom rules shall include but are not limited to the following areas of student conduct, class work, and homework.
• While normal procedure is for the teacher to counsel with and discipline students regarding conduct, when conditions become such that a student’s behavior us a serious disruption of the classroom environment, more severe measures will be taken by the administration including detention, In-School Suspension, Out-of-School Suspension, placement in an alternative setting for classroom instruction, and expulsion from school.
• It is the policy of the school for each teacher to assign conduct grades to students at the end of each quarter. Conduct will be graded “S”, “N”, and “U”. A student will receive and “S” if he/she is growing toward self-discipline, cooperates with faculty and peers, is responsible and reliable, respects the property of others, is courteous and honest, and follows rules and regulations. A student will receive and “N” if he/she needs improvement in any of the areas mentioned above. A student will receive a “U” if he/she fails to cooperate with authorities, disregards the rights of others, repeatedly fails to comply with rules and regulations, and/or is a constant discipline problem.

• Bus Conduct: Riding a school bus privilege which will not be abused by students. Misconduct on a bus or at a bus stop may result in the student being suspended from riding the bus, suspended from school, or recommended for expulsion from school. Students may ride only the bus for which they are assigned. Students who are suspended form his/her bus may not ride another bus. Note: A student leaving any school campus after arriving at school on the bus will be counted as truant from school. Accepting district transportation services is a commitment to the school day.

• Conduct at School-Sponsored Activities:
• Student conduct at school- sponsored activities, on and off campus, will not be governed by the same rules that apply to general student conduct. Students of school-sponsored trios will be expected to represent themselves, their families and Har-Ber High School in a manner that will reflect the high standards of Har-Ber High School.
• Misconduct on school trips will result in disciplinary action with possible dismissal from the organization and/or suspension or expulsion from school. In addition to general conduct rules, sponsors may impose higher standards of conduct on its members.
• Following are the AAAAA conference Sportsmanship Regulations. These regulations have been adopted and established by the Arkansas AAAAA conference. These regulations will be enforced at all Har-Ber high School athletic events.

AAAAA Conference Regulations

Basic Philosophy

Fans are not at a ball game to intimidate or ridicule the other ream or its fans, but to support and cheer for their team and to enjoy watching skill competition.

Section 1: General Regulations (See article II, Section I rules 1-3, PP. 19-21, AAAAA Handbook)

Article 1: SPORTSMANSHIP is a general way of thinking and behaving.

GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP includes the following:

• Be courteous to all (participants, coaches, officials, staff, fans, spirit groups.)
• Know the rules, abide by and respect the officials’ decisions.
• Win with character and lose with dignity.
• Display appreciation for good performances regardless of the team.
• Exercise self-control and reflect positively upon yourself, team, and school.
• Permit only POSITIVE behavior to reflect on your school and its activities.

Article 2: Specific Problems

• Students who wear extreme unusual clothing to the game or who paint their faces or bodies will not be allowed in the game. (Example: togas, bandanas, gang colors, wigs, costumes, etc.)
• Negative, demeaning, or obscene yells will not be permitted at any athletic event while teams are being introduced, or when teams, cheerleaders, or drill teams are performing.
• Students will not be allowed to turn their backs or hold up newspapers while teams are being introduced, or when teams, cheerleaders, or drill teams are performing.
• Handheld signs will not be allowed in any athletic event.

INTERPRETATIONS: The following interpretations are the basis for the previous rules.

• In regard to Article 2, rule a: Students or spectators who dress in an unusual manner or paint their faces or bodies distract from the game and the official spirit groups. In many cases, students in special dress and painted faces or bodies act more “rowdy” than they would otherwise. The basic philosophy behind this prohibition is “the show is on the court or field and not in the stands.”
• In regard to Article 2, rule b: Negative or obscene yells are demeaning and disrespectful and have no place in high school activities.
• In regard to Article 2, rule c: Common courtesy and respect for individuals and teams should be shown at all times. Actions designed to show disrespect or to intimidate are simply not acceptable.

Article 3: Enforcement Procedures

• The AAAAA principals shall be responsible for interpretation of these regulations, including “desirable and unacceptable behavior” and will communicate these rules to their students, staff, and fans. If possible, the rules should be published in the game program.
• The AAAAA principals shall stop or correct behaviors prohibited under this policy and have the authority to remove students or fans from the game if unacceptable behavior continues. In most cases, the principal only has to go to the offending students, fans, or group and remind them of the rules, explaining that future violations will result in their removal.

• Gangs, Secret Societies, Hazing: The community, the Board of Education, the school administration, staff and students all has the responsibility to maintain a safe and disruption-free school environment. Arkansas Code Annotated stated that “any public school fraternity, sorority, or secret society or organization is declared to be inimical to the public free schools and therefore unlawful.” The Schools Laws of Arkansas further expressly prohibited hazing. Gangs are hereby found to be included in the definition of secret society or organization and are therefore expressly prohibited from the Springdale Public Schools. Hazing, as defined in the Arkansas statutes, is hereby expressly prohibited by the Springdale Public Schools.

• Public Display of Affection (PDA): Holding hands is the only acceptable means for student couples to display affection while at school or at school activities. Students who violate this policy may receive disciplinary action from his/her principal which may range from probation as a minimum to expulsion from, school for one semester as maximum.

• Detention Assignments:
• Detention assignments must be served or begin no later than the following school day after the student is assigned the detention. Students who are unable to serve assigned detention the following school day may seek to have his/her date reassigned from his/her principal but this request must be made prior to the end of the school day of the detention assignment. The student’s principal will determine the validity of the request before making a decision.
• Multiple day assignments must be served consecutively and/or on the dates assigned by the student’s principal.
• Failure to serve detention will result in the following penalties: First Offense: In-School suspension(ISS), Second and each offense thereafter: Out of School Suspension ( OSS)

• Detention Times and Location: Detention may be assigned for tardies, misconduct and other school infractions as determined by the administration. Detention is held in the Cafeteria at the following time, Monday through Friday
• 7:30 AM until 8:15 AM
• 3:55 PM until 4:40 PM

Student responsibilities for detention:

• Be on time, students will not be allowed to enter after the bell rings to detention.
• Bring materials to stud and be engaged in study the entire time in detention.
• Remain seated at all times.
• Do not talk or communicate with other students in any way.
• Do not sleep or put head down on table.
• Do not disrupt detention in any way.
• Failure to maintain these guidelines/responsibilities will result in additional days in detention or assignment to ISS
• In-School Suspension (ISS): ISS may be assigned as a disciplinary measure for an array of offenses at Har-Ber High School. While ISS is not usually the first sanction that is assigned for student misconduct, the seriousness of the offense may warrant assignment to ISS.

ISS Guidelines:

• Students assigned to ISS must report to the ISS room no later than 8:30 AM. Dismissal will be at the end of the school day, unless otherwise specified by the administering principal.
• Students are permitted to utilize school transportation to attend ISS
• Students will eat lunch in the ISS room.
• Students will be responsible fro bringing all books and supplies each day to successfully complete their assignments.
• Students will immediately and respectively comply with the direct and reasonable requests of the ISS supervisor.
• Restroom breaks will be permitted only at the discretion of the ISS Supervisor.
• Exams will not be administered in ISS. These exams must be rescheduled with you teacher immediately upon your return to the regular classroom.
• Some lab/project oriented assignments cannot be completed in ISS. Make-up is required of all assignments miss die to ISS sanctions.
• Students assigned to ISS may be excluded from campus activities during or after school hours.

Note: Students assigned to ISS may be allowed to participate in extra curricular activities as determined by school administration. No student will be dismissed early from ISS to participate in the extra curricular activity including traveling to the event during the regularly scheduled school day.

• Out of school Suspension (OSS): may be assigned as a disciplinary measure for an array of offenses at Har-Ber High School. While OSS is not usually the first sanction that is assigned for student misconduct, the seriousness of the offense, repeated disciplinary problems, and/or failing to complete or adhere to lesser disciplinary sanctions, may warrant OSS.
• Suspensions normally range fr4om three (3) to ten (10) days. Students are eligible for up to 50% credit for all work missed during suspension. (see section I.D.3)
• Students who are suspended from school are not allowed to attend or participate in any extra curricular school function (ball games, dances, club meetings, etc…). While suspended, students are not to be on any Springdale Public School campus or facility.
• Details related to student suspension will be communicated to students and parents/guardians at the time of suspension through personal conference, phone conference and/or written notification. All terms of the suspension must be fulfilled before a student may return to school.

K. Student Publications and/or Broadcasts:

• The School Board of Springdale recognizes that students may exercise their right of expression. This right includes expression in school-sponsored publications and/or broadcasts, whether such publications and/or broadcasts are supported financially by the school or by use of school facilities, or are produced in conjunction with a class.
• The School Board recognizes that truth, fairness, accuracy and responsibility are essential to the practice of journalism, and that the following types of broadcasts by students are not authorized.
• Publications and/or broadcasts that are obscene as to minors, as defined by state law.
• Publications and/or broadcasts that are libelous or slanderous, as defined by state law.
• Publications and/or broadcasts that constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy as defined by state law.
• Publications and/or broadcasts that so incite students as to creates a clear and present danger of the commission of unlawful acts on school premises or the violations of lawful school regulations or the material and substantial disruption of the orderly operation of the school.

3. Recognizes that these publications and/or broadcasts are part of the school curriculum, no student publication and/or broadcast will accept advertising which would substantially interfere with education purposes, impinge upon the rights of students, are prejudicial in content, or vulgar/unsuitable for immature audiences.

• The time, place and manner of student distribution of literature and/or broadcasting of taped programming shall be regulated by school authorities and shall not interfere with school activities.
• Publications and/or broadcasts shall adhere to any applicable copyright laws as well as Family Educational Privacy Act requirements. (Legal References: Family educational Right to Privacy Act, 20 U.W. Code 1232g.)
• The penalties for violation of this policy including probation, as a minimum, and expulsion from school for one (1) semester, as a maximum.

Parent consent forms will be required as a part of procedural guidelines for student’s participation in the Broadcast Journal Program.

L. Electronic Equipment:

• Due to significant increase in technology use in our society and the rising issue of ethical educational implications, students are not allowed to use cell phones or other electronic devices during the school day.
• CD players, Ipods, radios, personal video games, (ex. Nintendo DS) and any other entertainment devices are not permitted for use at school during the school day. These devices have no legitimate educational use in the school curriculum and will be prohibited from use during the school day. Students who are in violation of the policy will receive sanction that may include ISS or OSS. Teachers are to confiscate any electronic equipment and send the students and the equipment to the student’s assistant principal. Parents are strongly encouraged not to allow their student(s) to bring such devices to school. These devices are susceptible to theft and the school will not commit substantial resources to finding the stolen items.
• Electronic communication devices are allowed at extra curricular activates unless they pose a significant disruption to the activity or performance.
• Food in Class: Students are not to bring food or drink (including chewing gum) into classrooms without prior approval of administration.