SCHOOL COLORS: Purple and Gold                TEAM NAME: Selby Area Lions

SCHOOL SONG: "Oh Here’s to Selby High School---Sung to the tune of "Our Director"

Oh here’s to Selby High School

They’re bound to win,

They’ll never falter,

Teamwork, courage

Altogether win the battle;

Let’s cheer them onward

They’re bound to win!

Boost, boost for victory

And we will win.

The purpose of this handbook is to better acquaint students and parents with the rules and regulations governing the Selby Area Junior/Senior High School. This handbook also contains information about the school’s offerings, organizations and activities. By providing this information, it is our hope that there will be a better understanding of the policies of the school by students, parents and faculty members resulting in better cooperation, harmony and sense of purpose.

We want each student to feel he/she is a citizen of the school. Promoting good citizenship is one of the major objectives of our educational system. The attitudes and behaviors of its students reflect a school’s image. Complete individual freedom cannot accomplish what we set out to do. Certain rules and regulations are imposed on all of us to have a desirable society in which to live.

We welcome you to the Selby Area Junior/Senior High School. If you are ready to work and willing to learn, your time spent here will be productive and valuable to you in the future. If at any time you have problems or questions, feel free to call on any faculty member for assistance.

Parents are a child’s first and perhaps most important teachers. It is essential that parents and the school work hand in hand to assist children to be successful in school. Parents can help by…

…Encouraging children to be regular in their attendance and to be on time for school and to their classes.

…Encouraging children by talking to them about their schoolwork and activities.

…Stressing the importance of hard work and the value of learning.

…Communicating with teachers regarding your child’s strengths and weaknesses.

…Encouraging children to do their very best on homework and by providing a good learning environment within the home.

…Supporting the school and school staff.

If parents have questions or concerns, they are asked to first contact the classroom teacher. If the problem cannot be resolved at that level they should contact the principal or superintendent. Parents are welcome at our school. If parents wish to visit a classroom, arrangements should be made in advance with the teacher. In the interest of school safety, all visitors are asked to check in at the administrative offices upon arrival at the school.

Each student is responsible for the following areas if he/she is to receive an education in the Selby Area Schools:

1. You are responsible for doing all assigned school work, and for doing your very best.

2. You are responsible for having appropriate books, equipment and materials with you for each class period and study hall.

3. You are responsible for doing your own school work, for not copying work from others, or for not allowing others to copy work from you.

4. You are responsible for your attendance at school and must attend school and all classes regularly and on time.

5. You are responsible for your own behavior and for respecting the rights of other students who attend school here without classroom disruptions.

6. You are responsible for respecting the right of other students to attend school without fear of physical or verbal abuse.

7. You are responsible for following the rules and regulations governing conduct established by law, the Board of Education, the administration, teachers, and other school staff.

Students who refuse to accept their responsibilities will be subject to action which may lead to the denial of the opportunity to attend Selby Area Junior/Senior High School.

The Board of Education may suspend or expel students who are insubordinate or habitually disobedient, and person in charge of the school may temporarily suspend any such students for a period of time not to exceed ten school days for each violation of school rules.

Students and parents are encouraged to take advantage of the services provided by the guidance counselor. The counselor will assist with post-high school planning as well as with personal and social concerns. Conversations with the guidance counselor will remain confidential as allowed by law.

The following list suggests types of services available at the guidance office:

Student Council information, achievement, social relationships, activities, goals

High school and post-high school planning

Information regarding correspondence courses

Assistance with financial aid questions

Military service information

Vocational information

Standardized test information

Interpreting test results

Registration and schedule changes

Credit checks, transcripts

Group guidance activities

Recommendations for employment or college entrance

Referrals to agencies outside of school

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The Selby Area School operates on a seven period day. Students are allowed to enroll in only one study hall. Special situations may arise that warrant two study halls. A schedule with two study halls must have prior approval from the principal.

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Your principal, guidance counselor and teachers are available to discuss your educational plans. This assistance is provided to lead you to a selection of courses and educational experiences which will enable you to explore career choices and/or post-high school education options.

Within five days of the beginning of a semester a student may drop or add a class without penalty after communicating with the teacher and after permission has been obtained from the principal or guidance counselor. The parents must also be notified and will need to sign the drop/add form. Under certain unavoidable circumstances, it may be beneficial to the student to change classes after the five-day limit. The principal will determine which of the following options apply for a withdrawal from a class after the five-day limit:

If it is determined that the student has tried all available means of assistance and is unable to overcome the difficulties experienced in the class, he/she may be allowed to withdraw without credit.

If a student is passing the class, but due to an extended illness and absence from school, is no longer able to maintain a passing grade or understand the course content he/she may be allowed to "withdraw passing" with no credit recorded on the permanent record for the class.

If a student is failing the class, but has not tried all available means of assistance, he/she may be allowed to withdraw from the class with a grade of "F" recorded on the permanent record.

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The school year is divided into four nine-week grading periods. Report cards will be issued after each nine-week period. While due to the structure and nature of some courses a different grading scale may be used, the following is a suggested guideline:

A   Superior 100%-94%

B   Above Average 93%-85%

C   Average 84%-72%

D   Below Average – Passing 71%-63%

F   Failing 62% & below

I   Incomplete (if arrangements are not made to complete the work within a specified amount of time, a grade of "F" will be recorded)

WP……Withdrew passing

WF……Withdrew failing

The Honor Roll is compiled at the end of each grading period. The Honor Roll will be divided into the following three divisions: 4.0, 3.5, 3.0. Any student receiving a grade lower than a "C" will not be considered for the Honor Roll. Honor Roll students must be enrolled in a minimum of four full credit courses to be considered.

All graduating seniors who have earned a 3.0 or better grade point average in high school through the third grading period of the senior year will receive recognition as members of the Honors Group at commencement exercises. The following levels will be recognized:

Highest Honors…….4.00 – 3.67 GPA

High Honors………..3.66 – 3.33 GPA

Honors……………...3.32 – 3.00 GPA

The Honors Group will select by vote a member from the Honors Group to present an address at the Commencement activities. In the case of a tie vote, the student with the highest GPA will present the address.

Students in grades nine through twelve must earn a minimum of five credits each year to advance to the next grade level. Students must pass the prerequisite course before taking an advanced course. Students not advancing to the next grade level will be notified by the administration.

Students not classified as seniors will not participate in the Senior Trip or have Senior Privileges.

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*Math: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus

**Science: Physical Science, Biology, Advanced Biology, Physics, Chemistry

Seniors within ½ credit of meeting graduation requirements may participate in commencement exercises, but will receive the diploma after successful completion of all graduation requirements. Seniors who are more than ½ credit from meeting graduation requirements will not be allowed to participate in commencement exercises.

The senior class will select, by vote, two boys and two girls from the junior class to serve as escorts and ushers for Baccalaureate and Commencement. One boy and one girl will be escorts for Baccalaureate, and one boy and one girl will distribute programs. The assignments will reverse for Commencement exercises.

All options for making up classes must have prior approval from the principal. Credit earned without prior approval will not be considered as fulfilling graduation requirements. The following are options for making up classes:

Repeating the course at Selby Area High School

An approved correspondence course

Summer school

Independent course under the direction of a certified teacher in the area

If a student is enrolled in an approved correspondence course, he/she may enroll for the next course at Selby Area High School.

The Student Council, under the supervision of the guidance counselor, is the students’ voice of the Selby Area Junior/Senior High School. This governing body not only guides the students but also is a communication pipeline between the administration and staff of the school district. The Student Council assists the administration in making and enforcing rules for students, as well as planning activities for the school during the school year.

Student Council representatives are chosen by a vote in the spring of each year. Twelve representatives are elected, four of which are seniors, four are juniors, two are selected from the sophomore class, and two are freshmen. In addition, one representative is selected from each of the seventh and eighth grades, who are not eligible to serve as officers. From its membership, the Student Council elects one president, one vice president, and a secretary/treasurer to serve as its officers.

A room will be designated as the study hall for each student. It is your responsibility to make certain that you take schoolwork to your study hall. Students will sign out with the study hall teacher when leaving the study hall. You will also sign in when returning. No pop or candy is permitted in classrooms, study halls or the lunchroom. Radios, television sets, tape or CD players or other devices used for entertainment are not allowed in study hall.

Homework is an important part of student life. It is very difficult to pass classes unless homework assignments are completed when due.

Students at the junior/senior high school level should expect to have some homework assigned to them each day. Many students report they need to schedule one to two hours daily to complete their homework assignments. Study halls should be used as a productive time to begin work assigned.

Homework assignments are due as assigned by the teacher. Homework turned in late may not be accepted, and students may receive no credit or a reduced amount of credit for work handed in late.

Participation in or attendance at school sponsored functions is not a valid reason for not completing homework assignments. Students are responsible for completing homework with assistance from teachers and parents. Teachers will communicate with parents when a pattern of incomplete work is established by a student.

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The Instructional Media Center will strive to meet the needs of all students and faculty, allowing each the privilege of using its facilities within the guidelines specified for its use. Students are encouraged to use the Instructional Media Center, but misconduct will result in revocation of privileges.

Students needing to use a telephone will be allowed to use a phone in one of the administrative offices. Students should ask for permission before using. Neither faculty nor students will be called from their classes to answer telephone calls unless there is a family emergency.

Class meetings may be called with the permission of your advisor. No class meeting may be held without the advisor in attendance.

No students may use the elementary or high school building without the supervision of an adult advisor or chaperone. No loitering or congregating in the restrooms will be permitted.

Classes or school organizations may make arrangements to hold a party or dance. It must be scheduled as an event of the calendar with the approval of the class advisor or the advisor of the organization and the administration. Chaperones must be provided. Doors will be closed at school dances or parties. Students who leave the building during a dance or party are not permitted to re-enter.

The clothing you wear to school must be clean and neat. Any articles of clothing which may increase the likelihood of personal injury must be avoided, such as baggy clothing in shop, home economics, or science lab areas. Grooming and clothing that prevents you from doing your best work because of blocked vision or restricted movement must be avoided. Hats and caps are not to be worn during the school day in the building. All students must wear shoes while in school or while representing the school. Any article of clothing, or lack of clothing, which is distracting to others is prohibited. Articles of clothing expressing racist or sexist messages are prohibited. Outdoor coats may not be worn in the classrooms during the school day.

Specifically our Board of Education prohibits wearing clothing which advertises alcoholic beverages, and tobacco products or illegal substances. Clothing which portrays images or messages with sexual connotations or which is imprinted with inappropriate language or images is also prohibited.

All found articles should be turned in to the principal’s office. If you lose something, report it immediately to the principal’s office.

Building evacuation and safety procedures will be practiced at various times throughout the school year. There will be unannounced fire and tornado drills. Students are required to follow staff instructions promptly.

In the event of inclement weather, school closings, early dismissals, and late starts will be announced on KOLY Radio 1300 AM/99.5 FM, KMLO Country 101 Radio of Mobridge, and KSFY Television. Please do not call the school offices during these times as the phone lines are needed for communicating with the National Weather Service, the media, school personnel and area schools.

STUDENT LOCKERS

Student lockers are the property of the school and are therefore subject to search. Each student is assigned a locker for storing and securing school related items. Students are discouraged from storing valuable personal items in school lockers. Lockers should be kept neat and clean at all times. Athletic lockers in the gym can only be locked with school owned padlocks. An advisor or the administration must approve locker decorations.

The school lunch program serves both breakfast and the noon meal. Students are encouraged to participate in the school lunch program. Students may prepay for twenty or more meals. Ala Carte items may be purchased from the prepaid amounts only with parental approval. Students bringing a lunch to school must eat in the lunchroom. Students may not leave the school grounds during the lunch period. Students who live in Selby with written permission from their parents or guardian and approval from the school may be granted an exception to this rule.

The use of motor vehicles during the noon hour or school time is not allowed without prior permission from the administration.

All students will be given an opportunity to take out accident and dental insurance. This insurance is not mandatory. All athletes are encouraged to carry accident insurance.

Students transferring from the Selby Area Junior/Senior High School must complete a withdrawal form on the last day of attendance. The withdrawal form must be filed in the principal’s office. After receiving a Release of Information form signed by the parents or guardian, copies of permanent records will be sent to the receiving school.

Marital, maternal or paternal status shall not affect the rights and privileges of students to receive a public education or to participate in extracurricular activities offered by the Selby Area School District.

Pregnant students shall be permitted to continue their education and to participate in extracurricular activities with the sanction of the expectant mother’s physician. The physician’s written approval must be on file in the principal’s office. The school administration is authorized to make special arrangements for the instruction of pregnant students and to provide an educational program designed to meet their special needs.

Books and other instructional materials are provided with the expectation that the student will care for them properly. Books and instructional materials that are lost or returned in a condition beyond what could be considered as normal wear, will be assessed fines based on the replacement cost of the item. If the item is new or one year old, a replacement fine of 100% will be assessed. Items two years old will be assessed fines at 75% of replacement cost. At three years old the fine assessed will be at 50% of replacement cost. Fines for four-year-old items will be assessed at the rate of 25% of the replacement cost. Items five years old or older will be assessed fines at 10% of the replacement cost.

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All parents and their children who are attending the Selby Area Schools are asked to read and sign a Bus Rules form. If your child has a health problem that you feel the bus driver needs to be aware of, please indicate it on the space provided on the form. The following rules have been adopted in the interest of student safety:

While riding in school district provided transportation, students are expected to display courteous behavior and to adhere to all rules.

Student who are waiting for, entering, or leaving bus pickup areas are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible manner in the interest of safety for all students.

The bus driver is in full charge of all students on the bus.

When students are on the bus they are required to sit down with their feet on the floor. If seats are assigned, the student must occupy the assigned seat. Once seated, the student must remain in that seat for the duration of the trip.

The same courteous behavior expected in the classroom is expected on the bus. Normal levels of conversation are permitted. Loud, vulgar or profane language is prohibited.

Students must not at any time put body parts or any objects out of the bus windows.

Students must await the signal from the bus driver to cross a road or highway. Prompt crossings should be made approximately ten feet in front of the bus and in full view of the driver.

Students are to refrain from other disruptions. Disruptions reported by the bus driver may be considered violations after consideration by the principal.

Students considered in violation of the rules will be subject to the following actions:

First Violation – Warning from the bus driver and a written report to the school principal. Notification to parents.

Second Violation – Suspension of bus riding privileges for two school days.

Third Violation – Suspension of bus riding privileges for five school days.

Continued Violations – Continued violations may result in suspension of bus riding privileges for ten school days, or in extreme cases, for the remainder of the school year.

In cases involving suspension of bus riding privileges, the suspension will not be in effect until the parent is notified and provisions are made for the student to return home.

If a parent or guardian objects to a suspension of bus riding privileges, the Director of Transportation will conduct a review. The review may consist of reviewing a surveillance tape and/or interviewing other bus riders and the driver. The Director of Transportation will file a written statement of his/her findings and will include a recommendation to the principal regarding an appropriate course of action. The principal will make the final decision regarding the action taken, and will notify the parent or guardian. If a parent or guardian is dissatisfied with the action taken he/she may request a conference with the principal and Director of Transportation. The conference will be held as soon as possible, and the disciplinary action will not be enforced until after the findings of the conference.

The mandatory attendance laws of the State of South Dakota require that school age children attend school regularly until reaching the age of sixteen. Students reaching the age of sixteen no longer are required to attend school. However, if they chose to attend, they are required to follow all rules of the school they are attending.

Regular attendance and classroom participation are keys to success in school. Many classroom learning opportunities cannot be replicated, and therefore students who are absent miss a valuable part of their education. Student attendance patterns are monitored closely at Selby Area Junior/Senior High School.

If a student needs to be absent from school, the parent/guardian should call the school (649-7818) before 9:00AM each time the student will be absent. If the student will be absent for an extended period of time for several days in succession, the school needs to be notified only once and informed of the anticipated duration of the absence. If the school is not notified of a student’s absence, efforts will be made to contact the parent/guardian at home or at work to verify their knowledge of the student’s absence.

When students are not in school their absence will be recorded in the following manner:

Excused Absence – are absences verified by parents/guardians for personal illness, death or critical illness in the immediate family, emergency in the family, dental and medical appointments or impassable roads. Students may be excused for up to five days per school year to attend a state or nationally recognized youth program of educational value if requested in advance by a parent or guardian.

Parent/Guardian Requests – are absences for the convenience of the student’s family such as a short vacation, which are approved by the principal. Teachers are not obligated to prepare special assignments for absences of this nature.

Unexcused Absence – are absences not verified by a parent/guardian or without the knowledge of a parent/guardian, or without prior approval from the principal. Students who are recorded with an unexcused absence must attend a conference with the principal accompanied by a parent/guardian prior to readmission to school. Students are required to make up all schoolwork missed during the absence unless the absence is for an out-of-school suspension which would result in no credit being granted for the days of unexcused absence.

Absences of more than ten days in a semester from any class are considered to be excessive. If a student is absent from a class more than ten days in a semester without verification of the need from a physician, subsequent absences will be considered unexcused. No make-up work will be accepted, and no credit will be granted for absences recorded as unexcused absences after the ten day limit has been reached. After six days of absence from a class parents/guardians will be notified warning that the student is nearing the ten-day limit. Parents/guardians will be notified of the tenth day of absence and may request a conference with the principal.

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All students are responsible for their behavior at school and at school sponsored events at home or at other schools. Following rules established by the Board of Education, the teachers, administration, or other school personnel is not optional. All school employees have a responsibility to maintain order and to enforce rules. This is necessary so that learning can take place, which is why we are all here. In addition to their classrooms, school employees have a responsibility to enforce school rules in all other areas of the school and at school events when they are present.

Classroom teachers have a wide variety of strategies they will use to maintain proper order in their classrooms. First, and probably the most used, is the verbal reprimand. Teachers will also assist you in developing plans to improve your conduct or approach to learning. Teachers will notify your parents through the mail to ask for their help if you are not cooperating. In the event immediate help from your parents is needed, teachers will make telephone calls to your home to explain problems and expectations. Another tool teachers will use to help you with your behavior is detention in the classroom. Classroom detention may be assigned either before or after school. Students who need transportation to or from school to serve a detention are responsible for making sure the proper arrangements have been made with their parents.

Your teacher may require you to come to his/her room for a conference to discuss problems you are experiencing or causing for others. Students must attend conferences scheduled by their teachers.

At times, your teacher may contact your parents and request they attend a conference at school with you to resolve problems. Your teacher may schedule a conference with the Principal during which time you, your teacher and the Principal will discuss the problems being experienced and set up conditions for your continued attendance in class.

Your teacher may have other strategies set up which are appropriate for each individual classroom situation.

In the event you are not responding appropriately to the procedures outlined above, your teacher may send you to the Principal’s office with a Discipline Notice. Being sent to the Principal’s office for misconduct or violations of school rules is a step which may lead to your permanent removal from a class, suspension from school for a period of time not to exceed ten school days, a recommendation for permanent removal from school, assignment of detention times, or other appropriate measures. Your parents or guardian will be notified each time you are sent to the Principal.

The definitions listed below are intended to help students and parents understand terms used to describe actions which may be taken by school personnel as a consequence of your actions. It should be understood that serious and frequent violations of rules will result in more serious consequences. At times, some disciplinary actions may be used in conjunction with others. The due process rights of the individual will be honored in administering disciplinary procedures.

Long-Term Suspension or Expulsion – Denial of the opportunity to attend school for a period of time more than ten school days but not exceeding twelve months during which the suspension or expulsion is imposed. This action can be administered only by the Superintendent with an appeal process to the Board of Education. No credit will be granted during the time of the suspension or expulsion, and credit will not be allowed to be made up.

Short-Term Suspension – Denial of the opportunity to attend school for a period of time from one through ten school days. This action can be imposed by the Superintendent, Principal, or other person designated to be in charge of the school. Students will earn no credit during the time of the suspension and will not be allowed to make up credit. A parent conference is required before a student can return to school following a suspension.

Permanent Removal From A Class – Occurs when a student’s behavior is in violation of safety procedures established for the class, or when the student’s behavior is serious, threatening to others either verbally or physically, frequent (three or more times in a semester) or when a student does not put forth reasonable efforts to complete course requirements. When a student is permanently removed from a class, he/she will be assigned to a study hall, or the student’s class schedule may be adjusted to assign a partial school day, after which the student will be sent home. No credit will be granted for the class from which the student has been removed. This action may be administered only by the Superintendent or Principal or other person designated to be in charge of the school. Parents will be notified when this action is taken.

Temporary Removal From Class – Occurs when a student’s behavior is in violation of classroom rules and is disruptive to the classroom procedures. This action may be initiated by the teacher when he/she sends the student to the office. A Discipline Notice will be filled out by the teacher. Removal from class for a period of more than one class period will be administered cooperatively between the teacher and Principal. Before a student can return to the class a conference between the student, teacher and Principal will be required when a student has been removed from class for more than one class period. No credit will be granted during the time the student is removed from the class. Credit may be allowed to be made up at the discretion of the teacher. Parents will be notified and may be asked to attend a conference prior to the student’s return to the class.

Notification of Parents – Parents will be notified about their child’s misconduct or detention assignments when it becomes apparent they may need to become involved in support of the school or when their attendance at conferences is required. While it is best to notify parents in advance, with large numbers of both parents working and working outside the home or our community during the day, telephone notification is difficult, if not impossible. When parents cannot be reached by telephone, a notice will be mailed to the student’s home address. Students also have a responsibility to inform their parents of actions taken as a result of their violations of rules and procedures or instances of misconduct.

If the principal or superintendent or person in charge of the school witnesses or is aware of any serious misconduct and they think that the immediate removal of a student is necessary to restore order or to protect persons in the school building or on the grounds, a student may receive in or out of school suspension immediately for up to 10 days. An offense of a very serious nature may be grounds for expulsion for a longer period of time and could be until the end of the school year.

Infractions which may result in suspension include but are not limited to:

1.   Fighting in the school or on school grounds.

2.  Deliberate destruction, defacing of school property.

3.  Use of obscene, threatening or flagrantly disrespectful language toward school district employees or students.

4.  Smoking or chewing tobacco in the school or on school grounds.

5.  A student shall not knowingly possess, use, transmit or be under the influence of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, alcohol, on the school grounds before, during school hours, or during a school activity or function.

6.  Public displays of affection, necking and petting.

7.  And any other Local, State or Federal laws that apply to schools in general.

Serious or repeated offenses may lead to suspension from individual classes or all classes. Two types of suspension will be used:

IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION: The student will be required to sit in a designated area other than the classroom for the period of suspension. The student will be allowed to make up work and receive credit for work missed while on in-school suspension.

OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION: The student will remain out of the school building for the period of time of suspension and will not be allowed to attend any of the school functions that may be scheduled during that time. The student’s absence is to be considered UNEXCUSED, with no credit for work done on those days missed.

REPEATED OFFENSES MAY RESULT IN THE STUDENT BEING EXPELLED FROM SCHOOL.

DAMAGE TO SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND PROPERTY: Any student who maliciously does damage to any school property will be held responsible for paying the costs of repair or replacement of the damage. Students will also be required to pay for any lost or damaged books and materials that have been checked out to them. Legal action may be taken. SDCL 13-32-5 provides suspension or expulsion as a penalty for damage to school property.

CHEATING: Whenever a student is guilty of cheating, the teacher shall collect the student’s paper, mark a zero for the work, and notify parents and office immediately as to the action taken. The parent shall be notified that a second offense will bring automatic in-school suspension.

Students must not use offensive language or gestures at any time while in school, on the school grounds, or while participating in or attending school sponsored events.

It is the policy of the Selby Area School District that sexual harassment is illegal, unacceptable and shall not be tolerated. No employee or student of the school district may sexually harass another. Any student or employee will be subject to disciplinary action including possible expulsion or termination for violation of this policy.

The use or possession of tobacco, alcohol or drugs in the school building, on the school grounds, in school vehicles, or at school events at home or away is strictly forbidden. The appearance of students in school or at school sponsored functions, at home or away, who are to any degree under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly forbidden. Students who are in violation of the rules governing tobacco, alcohol, or drugs will be suspended form school, and/or lose their privilege to attend or participate in any or all school functions. Additional rules governing the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs are contained in the training rules for athletic and cheerleading programs. Additional information regarding the use of tobacco, alcohol & drugs is contained in the Selby Area School District School Policies and Student Handbook.

Schools should be an example of what is required regarding the observance and respect for law in society at large. Schools also must be highly conscious of the health, safety, and welfare of students, staff, and the public.

State and federal laws as well as board policy forbids the bringing of dangerous or illegal weapons to school or school sponsored activities. Any weapon taken from a pupil shall be reported to the pupil’s parents. Confiscation of weapons may be reported to the police. Appropriate disciplinary or legal action or both shall be pursued by the building principal.

A dangerous weapon is defined as any firearm, or airgun, knife or device, instrument, material or substance, whether animate or inanimate, which is calculated or designed to inflict death or serious bodily harm.

No firearms are permitted on any school premises, school vehicle or any vehicle used for school purposes, in any school building or other building or premises used for school functions. An exception would be weapons under the control of law enforcement personnel, starting guns while in use at athletic events, firearms or airguns at firing ranges, gun shows, and authorized supervised school training sessions for the use of firearms.

Any student bringing a firearm to school shall be expelled for not less than twelve months and will be referred to law enforcement authorities. The chief executive officer (ceo)/superintendent shall have the authority to recommend to the school board that this expulsion requirement be modified on a case-by-case basis. This policy shall be implemented in a manner consistent with IDEA and Section 504. For the purpose of this portion of this policy, the term "firearm" includes any weapon which is designed to expel a projectile by action of an explosive, the frame or receiver of any such weapon, a muffler or silencer for a weapon, or any explosive, including any poison gas.

Legal ref.: SDCL 13-32-4.2; 13-32-7; 22-1-2

Improving America’s Schools Act of 1994, P.L. 103-382

Selby Area School does not discriminate on the basis of handicap, race, color, national origin, sex or age in access to employment in or in provision of, any Selby Area School’s programs, benefits, or activities. The following person has been designate to handle inquiries regarding this policy:

SUPERINTENDENT

P. O. BOX 324 SELBY, SOUTH DAKOTA 57472

649-7818

The Selby Area School will annually apply for Title I federal funds to serve the educationally deprived students. The objective of this program is to improve the students’ performance so that they will succeed in the regular classroom. Students identified for special education services may receive Title I services provided their IEP indicates the service is appropriate and it will not interfere with the service provided to Title I students. Their assessments and instruction progress will be evaluated separately from the Title I students.

Students are selected for the program by following the federal guidelines. the education provided will be supplementary to the regular education program and will not supplant regular or special education programs.

A composite needs assessment will be used to identify Title I students. Students will be identified for skill remediation through diagnostic assessments, surveys, checklists, and interviews with parents. Parent permission is required for identified children to receive Title I services. A schedule is completed by the Title I teacher and classroom teachers whereby students will receive reading/math instruction at times which have been mutually scheduled. Students may receive services in either the Title I classroom or in the regular classroom; depending on the needs of the students and teachers. Remedial instruction will be given to all or some of the identified Title I students at a given time.

Parent volunteers will be used to assist teachers and students with instruction and to increase parent involvement and awareness. Title I meetings will be scheduled to assist parents with the understanding of Title I policies and to build partnerships between the home and school. Parents will be trained to work with their children in the home to attain the instructional objectives of the program.

An open house will be held annually to allow parent s to view the facilities and become better acquainted with the Title I teachers and the projected outcomes for the year.

Parent Teacher conferences will be held each year to share each child’s progress, placement, and methods of instruction.

It is the goal of the Selby Area School District #62-5 to develop a strong partnership between the parents and the school to increase student achievement and develop positive attitudes about self and school. When the school works together with families to support learning, children will have a better chance to succeed not just in school but throughout life.

The partnership between home and school will be supported in the following ways:

1.    A positive partnership will be built through an on-going program of assessing, planning, and implementing new strategies.

a.    A district-wide committee of parents, teachers and administrators will be set up to guide overall program efforts and serve as a home/school partnership.

b.    Activities to create the best possible learning experience for each child will be developed by inclusion of and communication with the parents on teacher inservice and staff development programs.

2.    The following basic principals will be considered for developing a positive school/home partnership:

a.    The school climate will be open, helpful, and friendly.

b.    Communication with parents will be frequent, clear, and two-way.

c.    Parents are collaborators in the educational process, providing a strong role in their children’s school learning and behavior.

d.    Parents are encouraged to comment on school policies and to share in the decision making.

e.    Parents will be encouraged to participate in the school parent volunteer program.

f.    Parents will be encouraged to participate in the Title I Parent-School Compact.

3.    To ensure effective involvement of parents and to support a partnership among the school, parents, and the community; the school will:

a.    Provide assistance to parents in understanding the national, state and local content and performance standards and assessments, and Title I Part A requirements.

b.    Provide materials and training to help parents work with their children to improve their children’s achievement.

c.    Coordinate and integrate parental involvement programs and activities with Head Start, Even Start, Preschool Programs, to the extent feasible and appropriate.

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TITLE IX

The Selby Area High School adheres to and abides by the rules and regulations of Title IX.

TITLE IX PROVIDES THAT:

"No person in the United States shall on the basis of sex, be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

Title IX applies to both students and employees or educational institutions receiving Federal financial assistance.

The school counselor has been designated as the school employee to coordinate the school’s efforts to comply with Title IX. The counselor will investigate non-compliance complaints.

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PROPOSED GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE POLICY FOR DISCRIMINATION

A grievance procedure is a means of inviting communication on matters of concern to the school,its employees and students, short of their having to engage in disruptive behavior in order to be noticed and to have a grievance redressed. In no way is the grievance procedure mean to lessen the legal authority of the school officials to deal with disruptive students. A grievance is defined as a complaint lodged by an employee or student with a member of the staff or administration alleging one or more of the following unfair practices: 1. That a school rule is unfair, 2. That a school rule or regulation discriminates against or between employees or students, 3. That an unfair procedure has been used in arriving at a punishment.

Grievances are addressed through three steps: 1. The counselor, 2. The principal, and 3. The superintendent, in that order. On all three levels an informal conference is to be held within 5 days of the date of filing of the complaint so that no complaint shall consume more than 15 days time in all. The burden of proof is upon the grievant to show that a rule is unfair, is discriminatory, or that an unfair procedure (lack of due process) has occurred.

Administrative resolution of the grievance is to be in writing at the superintendent level and designed to provide the grievant with a basis for resolution of the problem as originally stated in the complaint. Whenever the decision of a hearing officer substantially affects board policy, the matter will be referred to the board of education for final resolution.

A grievance should be presented in writing to:

Level 1. The school counselor who should schedule with the grievant for an informal discussion of said grievance. It is expected that many grievances may be resolved at this level. The counselor must hold a conference within 5 school days time of the date of filing.

Level 2. If a grievant is not satisfied with the resolution made at level 1, the grievant may appeal in writing to the principal for an informal conference and discussion of said grievance.

Level 3. If a grievant is not satisfied with the resolution made at level 2, the grievant may appeal to the superintendent for an informal conference and discussion of said grievance. The grievant must be present to elaborate on the grievance at the given time and place of the conference. Failure to appear at the appointed time and place effectively waives the grievant’s right to the conference provided by the school, unless extenuating circumstances make it impossible for the grievant to appear. The decision at this level is considered final unless the grievant and/or adult representatives wish to appear before the board of education.

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Students in grades 9-12 or older persons may request a gym key from the coaches or administration for physical workout any time the gym is not in use. The coach or administrator has the right to refuse the request. Use of the weightroom will require supervision by a qualified adult.

Students in grade 8 and below can only use the gym facility under the supervision of an adult over 21 years of age.

The person requesting the key is responsible for the following:

1.    Report any vandalism and be held responsible for breakage or misuse of the facility.

2.    Turning off all lights and water faucets before leaving.

3.    Making sure everyone has left the gym. If someone refuses to leave the gym, the student should report it immediately to the coach or administrator from whom the key was obtained.

4.    Locking the door.

Any student who has a key made for their own use or anyone who used the key will lose their gym privileges.

If vandalism does occur the gym will be locked until restitution is made.

SELBY AREA SCHOOL ATHLETIC/ACTIVITY RULES AND REGULATIONS

The following is a list of rules and regulations that are to be adhered to by all students who participate as contestants, cheerleaders, or support personnel in South Dakota High School activities, as well as FHA/HERO, High School Rodeo events representing Selby Area High School or Junior High School. These rules and regulations are in force from the official start of fall sports practice to the official last day of school in the spring.

Use or possession of tobacco, alcohol, or other harmful substances, illegal use or possession of narcotics or habit forming drugs is prohibited. The first offense by any participant who indulges in any of these harmful practices will be suspended using the following guidelines: for basketball and volleyball the participant will be suspended for the next two immediate contests the participant is eligible to participate in; for track, golf, football, and cross country the participant will be suspended for the next one immediate contest the participant is eligible to participate in. A second offense by the same participant will cause that participant to be ineligible for the remainder of that season. Additional disciplinary action may be taken by the coach, athletic director or school principal.

If students have earned awards they will not lose them because of a later infraction.

If an individual is ineligible to participate in games or meets when the official athletic season opens, it will be left up to the discretion of the coach to allow the individual out for practice.

If an infraction occurs during the season, it is up the discretion of the coach to let the said individual continue to practice or remain with the team until he or she is eligible again.

To earn an award or letter he or she must complete the season as an eligible member of the team. (This rule does not refer to short term scholastic ineligibility). Any reason for suspension other than short term scholastic ineligibility will cause that participant to be ineligible for special school awards presented at the end of the season.

Academic Eligibility---Selby Area School adheres to and follows the SDHSAA eligibility rules.

(a)    Age. The student must be under 20 years of age at the time of participation.

(b)    Enrollment. Must have enrolled not later than the sixteenth school day of the current semester.

(c)    Eight Semester Rule. Only undergraduates or students who have not fulfilled requirements for graduation are eligible for interscholastic activities. A student shall be eligible for four first semesters and four second semesters of interscholastic competition. For the purpose of this subsection, enrollment in school for fifteen school days or participation in one or more contests shall count as a semester of eligibility.

(d)    Scholastic/Academic Eligibility Rule.

   (1)    Preceding Semester. The student, unless they are entering high school for the first time, shall have successfully passed twenty hours* of high school work per week, for which academic units of credits earned are used in the issuance of a diploma, for the preceding or for the most recent semester of attendance in any accredited high school. For the purposes of this subsection, enrollment in school for fifteen school days or participation in one or more contests shall constitute a semester in determining eligibility. Provided, however, the Board of Control or Executive Director shall have the authority to waive the fifteenth day attendance rule when and if a student withdraws from school after fifteen days of attendance as a result of an injury or illness and does not return to any school for the remainder of the semester and the student does not receive any high school course credits.

(2)    Current Semester. The student shall be enrolled in an accredited high school and attend a minimum of twenty hours of high school work per week during the current semester for which academic units of credits earned are used in the issuance of a diploma. Correspondence courses approved in advance by the high school principal for which credits earned are used in the issuance of a high school diploma may count towards the twenty hour academic eligibility requirement.

(3)    A student’s grades which are dependent upon completion of a project such as a vocational education project after the close of the academic school year shall be determined by the grade averages of record assuming satisfactory completion of the project.

(4)    SELBY AREA ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

a.    1st check point is midterm (4 1/2 weeks). Any student with an F or incomplete will be ineligible until the grade is brought up. The incomplete will be dealt with case by case- depends upon the circumstances.

b.    After the first check point teachers will be required to turn in weekly deficiency slips to the principal on failing athletes.  The athletic director, coach & principal will work together to enforce the rules.

c.    If a student passes the first nine weeks and fails the second nine weeks and as a result passes the semester, that student will again be eligible for the beginning of the second semester.

NOTE: Students who have been declared ineligible because of academic deficiencies from the previous semester may not earn scholastic/academic eligibility by taking an academic course(s) during the summer vacation period.

(e)   Beginning and Ending of a Semester. For the purpose of this subsection, the first semester shall be considered as ending on midnight on the day before the second semester begins and the second semester shall be considered as starting on the first day classes are held in said semester. The actual ending of the second semester or school year, rather than the date of graduation exercises or diploma date, controls the determination when eligibility terminates.

*(4 courses- excluding vocal)

All participants are expected to be home at a reasonable hour. Reasonable hours are to be defined by the head coach.

Any act that embarrasses the coach, school, community, self or team will be subject to disciplinary action of the coach.

Students that are involved in disciplinary action during the regular school day and are put on detention will make up the time after school the same day and will miss practice.

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All training rules will be reviewed annually and presented to the Board of Education for approval.

At the start of the seasons in football, volleyball, basketball, track, cross country, golf, and cheerleaders for above sports, the head coach/advisor will explain the training rules and hand out the regulations to the participants. (Two sets--one for parents/guardian and one for the student).

Before a student is allowed to practice he/she must have turned in to the head coach the following things: physical exam slip, consent for medical treatment card, and athletic rules agreement form (signed by both the parent/guardian and participant).

Participants who do not return the forms in the fall and decide they want to participate at a later date are still under the same regulations as the participants that returned the signed form. All participants have access to the rules in the Student Handbook.

When infractions do occur the coach in each sport or activity, athletic director and administrator will be informed. The head coach/advisor will talk to the participant and implement discipline action. If the situation warrants the coach may have the athletic director and administrator present when talking with the participants.

Infractions that deal with the use of tobacco, alcohol or drugs will have an automatic penalty consisting of:

A.    Violations during the current season--immediate suspension from all public appearances in basketball and volleyball for the next two immediate contests; in track, golf, cross country, and football the next one immediate contest. A second offense results in permanent suspension for the remainder of that season.

B.    Any violations that involve the end of the season and start of another will carry into the next sport season. Example: Football and boys basketball--a participant could miss one week of football and one week of basketball.

C.    Practice and conditioning weeks in which no contests are scheduled cannot be counted as penalty weeks.

Administrators, athletic director, head coaches/advisors, activity director, assistant coaches and faculty members are required to report any violation they observe.

Absence for school sponsored functions in which the student is to participate are not counted as absences. Students will be required to complete an advance make-up slip. All advance make-up slips must be completed and turned in to the office before students will be excused to attend that school function.

A student that misses school on an activity day will not be permitted to participate in that days activities. A student must attend the p.m. classes the day of the activity. A student too ill to attend classes is too ill to practice or participate. Parent/guardian may request that a student be absent for reasons that have merit. Please call the office ahead of time. The final decision shall rest with the administration.

Activity trips---The bus driver is in complete charge of the bus and its passengers at any time the passengers are in the bus. The coaches/advisors are responsible to see that the students follow the rules of safety while the bus is in action. Once the students have left the bus the coaches/advisors are in complete charge of the students.

All students participating in school sponsored extracurricular activities will be transported in school designated vehicles both to and from the out-of-town activity. Exceptions may be granted with approval from the principal if a parent or guardian makes a request to transport his/her child to or from an event, or to have the child transported by a neighbor or with another adult designated by the parent. The request to the principal should be made in writing in advance of the event and should include the name of the child being transported and the name of the person providing the transportation. If a situation arises at an out-of-town event and the parent/guardian wishes to have their student return home with them, he/she must inform the coach, advisor or bus driver in person prior to departing the event. Permission will not be granted for a student to be transported by another student driver.

Catastrophic insurance coverage by the Selby Area Schools covers only school transportation to and from activities. It does not cover students driving to and from activities or practice.

In an effort to insure that programs are accessible to all regardless of handicapping conditions, every effort will be made to move programs to an accessible location. When this is not feasible, building, program, and equipment modifications will be made to fit the needs of the individual.

These modifications will take place before a known handicapped individual enters the program or begins employment.

Below is an example list of modifications to fit the needs of handicapped individuals.

1.    Ramps inside and outside building for individuals confined to a wheelchair.

2.   Designated handicapped parking.

3.    Entrance doors to buildings, classrooms, and other areas where handicapped may be expected to require access.

4.    Equal toilet facilities for the handicapped.

5.    Audible and visual signals for fire alarm systems.

6.    Adaptive equipment to meet the needs of the handicapped.

7.    Deaf interpreters.

8.    Etc., the list goes on, depending on the handicapping conditions.

Technical assistance is available from the Office of Vocational Education by Michael L.

Ryan, Special Needs Supervisor (773-3423).

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STUDENT ALTERNATIVE INSTRUCTION

A.     Excuse From School

State law requires that children of compulsory school age (at least six (6) years old by the first day of September and not yet sixteen (16) years old must regularly attend some public or non-public school, unless excused from school attendance by the School Board. All requests for excused absence from school must be in writing. A child will be excused from school attendance if a child is provided with alternative instruction for an equivalent period of time as in the public schools in the basic skills of language arts and mathematics. Any parent or guardian of a child of compulsory school age may request that the child be excused from the school attendance. The form for requests for a child to be provided with alternative instruction is provided by the State Department and may be obtained from the superintendent. The request for alternative instruction must be filed annually.

Any child so excused from school shall annually take the test required by State law. Any student who has reached sixteen (16) years of age need not be excused from school in order to receive alternative instruction.

B.    Re-enrollment In School

1.     Elementary Students: Any child of compulsory school age, who has been receiving alternative instruction in an unaccredited setting, seeking enrollment in the Selby Area School District, shall be placed at the child’s demonstrated level of proficiency established by the District’s standardized tests. The child’s placement may not be at a grade level higher than warranted by the child’s chronological age, assuming entry to the first grade at six (6) years and annual grade advancement thereafter. The standardized test shall be administered by school personnel and scored as required by the test protocols.

2.    Secondary Students: The Selby Area School District will accept credits of students transferring from non-accredited schools or settings subject to the following conditions or guidelines:

*Standardized achievement testing shall be reviewed or administered and evaluated by the building principal and staff of the school to which the student is seeking admission.

*The student will be placed in English and mathematics courses at the level of achievement demonstrated by the tests, as evaluated by the principal and appropriate staff. The student’s placement may not be in a grade level higher than warranted by the student’s chronological age, assuming entry into the first grade at age six (6) and annual grade advancement thereafter. After initial placement the child may be advanced according to the student’s demonstrated performance.

*In all other subjects the student shall be interviewed and shall participate in a departmental assessment in each course for which the granting of credit is being requested. After the departmental assessment and interview with the student, the staff will recommend to the building principal whether or not credit be granted for the course.

*No credit will be granted for any science course which is normally a laboratory course, unless clear documentation is provided demonstrating that the student has satisfactorily participated in laboratory experiences which parallel or are consistent with those required in this district’s science courses.

*The student will receive a final grade of PASS for each course where credit is granted through this policy. The student’s transcript will reflect the course title, credit granted and a final grade of PASS. All courses receiving a final grade of PASS are not included when calculating grade point averages (G.P.A.)

C.    Appeals of Decisions. 

Any parent, guardian, or eighteen (18) year old student aggrieved by a grade or credit determination may, pursuant to this policy, appeal the determination to the School Board. Decisions made by the school board under this policy may be appealed to the Secretary of the Department of Education and Cultural Affairs, pursuant to SDCL 13-27-8.

Legal Reference: SDCL 13-27-29 Placement of child who has attended unaccredited school or alternative program - Appeal

SDCL :3-28-7.2 provides a mechanism for public monies to be used for payment of immunization costs. Therefore, presumably testing and immunization is available to all school age children and should not impose undue financial hardship on anyone.

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STUDENT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

The quality and quantity of learning for each student is in direct proportion to the student’s physical, mental, emotional, and social levels of health. The board recognizes its responsibility to provide a healthy environment for all school students and employees; and in addition, further recognizes its responsibility that, to the extent possible, all students should be permitted to continuously attend school in a normal classroom setting.

The decision as to whether an infected student should be excluded from the normal classroom setting, or from other school activities, shall be made on a case by case basis by the building principal or his/her designee.

In situations where the decision requires additional skill and knowledge, the principal will refer the case to an advisory committee for assistance in determining the proper course of action. The principal or designee will be responsible for establishing the advisory committee with a membership which will include the following:

(1) the building principal or designee

(2) the local doctor or school nurse

(3) the superintendent or designee

The advisory committee, at the option of the above named people, may also include the following:

(1) representation from the State Department of Health

(2) the student’s personal physician

(3) the student’s parents or guardian(s)

(4) teachers or other appropriate school personnel

(5) other medical personnel as deemed necessary

The advisory committee shall consider the following in their deliberations:

(1) the behavior, developmental level, and medical condition of the student.

(2) the expected type(s) of interaction with others in the school environment.

(3) the impact of exclusion on both the infected student and others in school programs.

The advisory committee may officially request assistance and a recommendation from the State Department of Health.

If an infected student is restricted from attending classes, the school will provide the student with an appropriate educational program. If such program requires personal contact between the student and school employee, only those employees who volunteer and are trained in their assigned responsibilities will be utilized.

Public information about an infected student will not be released, regardless of whether such student is excluded or is allowed to remain in attendance. If the student is permitted to remain in the school setting, the following procedure will be followed by the building principal:

Information as to the student’s medical condition and other factors needed for consideration in carrying out assigned job responsibilities, will be provided, as appropriate, to school employees who have contact with the student.

Health guidelines for school attendance are not inclusive, but are intended to be used as a guide and resource. The guidelines are written for and will be interpreted within the context of each situation. Specific needs will be addressed individually. School personnel will refer to school health professionals for specific help in interpreting the guidelines.

Staff members assigned to work with students suspected of being infected with a communicable disease, or those having a confirmed infection, will be given instruction in the appropriate handling and working with suspected or infected students. Recommended personal hygiene measures will be observed and practiced in order to create and maintain a healthy environment.

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PARENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE:

Parents who have concerns about school related matters are encouraged to use the "chain of command" procedure for solving the problem. The complaint may be solved at any level with either the teacher, principal, superintendent, or Board of Education. The following procedure is recommended:

 

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STUDENT DUE PROCESS

DEFINITIONS OF TERMS:

(1)    "Expulsion" the action of the school board to terminate a pupil’s membership in school for a period to time not to extend beyond the end of the school year.

(2)    "Long-term suspension" the exclusion by the school board of a pupil from a class or classes for more than five days.

(3)    "Parent" A parent, guardian, or person in charge of a pupil.

(4)    "Policy" a rule, regulation, or standard enacted by a school district board.

(5)    "Short-term suspension" the exclusion of a pupil by principal or superintendent from a class or from school for not more than five school days.

 

SHORT-TERM HEARING PROCEDURE:

If a short-term suspension from a class, classes, or school is anticipated because of a pupil’s violation of a rule, regulation, or policy, the principal shall give oral or written notice to the pupil as soon as possible after discovery of the alleged violation, stating the basis for the suspension. The pupil shall be given the opportunity to answer the charges. When a pupil is suspended following the hearing, the parent shall be given oral notice, if possible, and sent a written notice; however, a pupil shall not be removed from the school premises before the end of the school day without contacting a parent. The student will not be admitted back into classes without a conference with the parents.

LONG-TERM HEARING PROCEDURE:

If a long-term suspension or expulsion is anticipated because of a pupil’s violation of a rule, regulation, or policy, the principal shall file a written report with the superintendent by the end of the school day following the day of discovery of the alleged violation. If the superintendent deems that there are grounds for a long-term suspension from a class, classes, or for expulsion from school, the superintendent may exclude the pupil from a class or classes before the hearing by using the short-term suspension procedure. The superintendent shall give notice of the necessity for the hearing in writing to each school board member. It shall contain the following minimum information:

(1)    The rule, regulation, or policy allegedly violated.

(2)    The date, time, and place for the hearing.

(3)    A description of the hearing procedure.

(4)    The reason for the disciplinary proceedings.

(5)    A statement that the pupil’s records are available at the school for examination by the pupil’s parents, or their authorized representative.

(6)    A statement that the pupil may present witnesses.

 

RIGHT OF WAIVER

The pupil, if of the age of majority or emancipated, or the pupil’s parent may waive the right to a hearing, in writing to the superintendent. If the hearing is not waived, the hearing shall be held on the date, time, and place set in the notice, unless a different date, time, and place are agreed to by the parties.

HEARING PROCEDURE:

The school board shall constitute the hearing board and shall conduct the hearing in the following manner:

(1)    A school board member or a school board designee who is not an employee of the school district shall be appointed as presiding officer.

(2)    Each party may make an opening statement.

(3)    Each party may introduce evidence, present witnesses, and examine and cross examine witnesses.

(4)    Each party may be represented by an attorney.

(5)    The administration shall present its case first.

(6)    The hearing shall be closed to the public and there shall be no verbatim record by mechanical or electronic means.

(7)    Witnesses may be present only when testifying. All witnesses shall take an oath or affirmation to be administered by the school board president or business manager.

(8)    Each party may raise objections: however, objections shall be limited to relevancy and scope of the question.

(9)    All relevant evidence shall be admitted; however, unproductive or repetitious evidence may be limited by the presiding officer.

(10)  The presiding officer may ask questions of witnesses and may allow other school board members to interrogate witnesses.

(11)   Each party may make a closing statement.

(12)  After the hearing, the school board shall continue to meet in executive session for deliberation. No one other than the presiding officer of the hearing shall meet with the school board during deliberation. The school board may seek advice during deliberation from an attorney not present at the hearing. Consultation with any other person during deliberation shall occur only if a representative of the pupil is present.

(13)   The decision of the school board shall be based solely on the evidence presented at the hearing and shall be formalized by a motion made in open meeting. The motion shall omit the name of the pupil and shall state the reason for the board’s action. The pupil or pupil’s parents shall be notified in writing of the decision. The notice shall state the length of the suspension or expulsion.

 

RIGHT OF APPEAL:

An adverse decision to the student by the school board may be appealed to a court of law.

No attendance policy may exclude a pupil from a class or from school for more than ten days without providing due process procedures pursuant to this chapter.

Activity tickets help sponsor the extra curricular programs which includes athletic events, assembly programs, class plays, annual, etc. Students who participate in the activities are the ones who benefit the most.

The Selby Area School has available a Local Area Network (LAN) and Internet access for students, faculty, and community to use.

The Internet is an electronic highway connecting thousands of computers all over the world and millions of individual computer operators. The Internet offers vast, diverse, and unique resources to students teachers, and community. You will find libraries, government agencies, universities, discussion groups, software and technical information on the Internet. The LAN and Internet have been established in the Selby Area School for educational purposes. The term "educational purposes" includes classroom activities, research, career development and high quality self-discovery activities. Every attempt has been made to assure that only appropriate material will be available for viewing. However, on a global network it is impossible to control all materials and an industrious user may discover controversial information.

Use of the LAN and Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use may result in cancellation of the privilege.

Internet access is coordinated through a complex association of networks. The smooth operation of the networks relies on the proper conduct of the end user who must adhere to strict guidelines. These guidelines are provided here so that you are aware of the responsibilities you are about to accept. This requires efficient, ethical and legal utilization of the network resources.

If a user violates any of these provisions, his or her account will be terminated and future access may be denied. These signatures at the end of this document are legally binding and indicate the parties who signed have read the terms and conditions carefully and understand their significance.

1.    Acceptable Use - Use of the LAN and Internet is to support research and education. Transmission of any material in violation of any United States or state regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: racism, sexism, copyrighted material, threatening material, obscene or pornographic material, or material protected by trade secret. Use for commercial activities is not acceptable. Use for product advertisement or political lobbying is prohibited.

2.    You are expected to abide by the accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to:

a.    Be Polite - Do not get abusive, swear, use vulgarities, or any inappropriate language. Illegal activities are strictly forbidden.

b.    Do Not reveal your personal address or phone number or those of other students or colleagues.

3.    Security is a high priority on any computer system, especially when a system involves many users. If you feel you can identify a security problem, notify an administrator. Do not demonstrate the problem to other users. Do not use another individual's account. DO NOT REVEAL YOUR PASSWORD TO ANYONE. Attempts to log in as system administrator will result in immediate cancellation of user privileges. Any user identified as a security risk or having a history of problems with other computer systems may be denied access.

4.    Vandalism will result in immediate cancellation of privileges, disciplinary action and may result in school suspension. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data or files of the network, another user, or the Internet.

5.    Electronic mail (e-mail) is not guaranteed to be private. People who operate the system have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities.

6.    World Wide Web - Student's do not have permission to create "home pages" or directories. Student work will be published only under the direction of the supervising teacher.

7.    Purchase of goods and/or services via the Internet is prohibited.

8.    Download only software intended for school use ie. shareware, preview, patches, etc. Download software must be checked for viruses and installed only on local computer.

9.    Any information downloaded from the Internet must be placed in a specified location on the network. Upon teacher approval, this information may then be saved to a student file or approved disk. This requirement applies to any information from the Internet such as clipart and video images.

10.   Do not post personal messages on bulletin-board or "list serves". Send  personal messages directly to the person to whom you want to write.

11.    Installation of any unauthorized software onto school property is prohibited.

I understand and will abide by the above terms and conditions for Network/Internet use. I further understand that any violation of the regulations is unethical and may constitute a criminal offense. Should I commit any violation, my access privileges may be revoked, school disciplinary action may be taken and/or appropriate legal action may be initiated.

User Name (Please Print) _______________________

Signature: _______________________              Date: ________________________

Parent(s) or guardian(s) signature required on all student Internet access accounts.

As the parent or guardian of this student I have read the terms and conditions for Network/Internet access. I recognize it is impossible to restrict all controversial materials and I will not hold the Selby Area School responsible for materials acquired on the network. I also understand that the Selby Area School will do it's best to provide error free, dependable access to computing resources. However, the district cannot be held liable for information that may be lost, damaged, or unavailable due to technical or other difficulties. Further, I accept full responsibility for supervision if and when my child's use is not in a school setting.

I hereby give permission to issue an account for my child and certify that the information contained on this form is correct.

Parent(s) or Guardian(s) Name: (Please Print) __________________________

Signature: _____________________  Date: _____________________

Sign and return this page to school. Your signature means you understand the rules of the Selby Area Lions student handbook. Thank you.