Section II – Academic Information

I. Graduation Requirements (grades 9-12) – In order to earn a diploma from Nezperce High School, students must:

A. Successfully complete the following courses:

Subject Credits

English 8

Math 6

Reading 1

Speech 1

Advanced Speech 1

U.S. History 2

U.S. Government 2

Science 6

Consumer Economics 1

Senior Project 1

Health/Wellness 1

Physical Education/Health 2

Pacific Northwest History 1

World Cultures/History 1

Introduction to Computers 2

Teen Living or Introduction to Agriculture 2

Electives 10

TOTAL 48

B. Students are required to demonstrate mastery of basic skills in an exiting test before a diploma will be granted, subject to Idaho State regulations.

C. Waiver of Graduation Requirements: Exceptions may be made to these graduation requirements in certain situations, provided that the course(s) is not required by Idaho State Statute, and that he minimum requirement of 48 credits is met.

1. Students requesting a waiver of graduation requirement shall present the request in writing to the principal no later than the end of the first semester of their senior year.

2. Within 10 days after receiving the request, a conference to evaluate the request shall be scheduled with the student/ parent/guardian, counselor and principal.

3. If the principal determines the request to be in the best interest of the student and school, the principal shall request a waiver from the School Board at the next regularly scheduled meeting.

4. Students who transfer into Nezperce, may have the following courses waived: Reading, Pacific Northwest History, Intro to Ag and Teen Living; however, students still need a humanities credit to replace the Pacific Northwest History credit and they still need 48 credits to graduate.

D. Students from Unaccredited Schools – Transfer students who enter Nezperce High School from unaccredited schools and who successfully complete both full-load semesters of the senior year have two options for receiving a Nezperce High School diploma:

1. The student may challenge the other graduation requirements by demonstrating mastery of the concepts of the course through an oral or written assessment, receiving a grade of “P” (pass);

2. A student who achieves a minimum G.P.A. of 3/0 and a minimum composite score or 23 on the ACT, with no subtests lower than 20, will be eligible for graduation.

E. Students participating in graduation ceremonies will dress appropriately. This includes a nice shirt and slacks for boys and a dress or nice pants for girls. Flip flops will not be allowed. Failure to comply will result in the student in question not being allowed to participate in the graduation ceremonies.

II. Placement of Students – All students will continue to be classified in the appropriate class with their peers for that school year if, at the beginning of the year, they have passed the minimum number of credits. (Students who transfer to Nezperce School District from unaccredited schools will be assessed to determine initial class placement.):

FRESHMAN No minimum

SOPHOMORE At least 6 credits

JUNIOR At least 21 credits

SENIOR At least 32 credits

III. Grades – Report cards are issued every nine weeks and students receive grades as follows:

A – Superior P – Passing

B – Above Average I – Incomplete

C – Average WH – Grade withheld

D – Below Average NC – No credit earned

F – Unsatisfactory

Incomplete grades must be made up within two weeks following the end of the grading period or the grade will be averaged without the incomplete work.

IV. Grade Point Average – For the purposes of determining student grade point average, grades are valued as follows (plusses and minuses are not counted):

A 4 points

B 3 points

C 2 points

D 1 point

F 0 points

Courses showing other grades are not part of the grade point average.

V. Honor Roll – To be eligible for appointment to the honor roll, a student must carry four graded academic courses and earn a 3.23 or higher grade point average, with no grade below “C” and no “Incomplete.” Those with grade point averages 3.70-3.99 are designated “High Honors,” and those with a 4.0 “Exceptional.”

VI. Honors at Graduation – Selection of the valedictorian and salutatorian of a graduating class is based on grade point average of the first seven semesters in all grades classes, which must have been earned in accredited schools. The valedictorian and Salutatorian, though, must complete t heir last two semesters of high school within Nezperce School District.

VII. Progress Reports – A report of class grades to date is mailed to parents during approximately the fifth week of each quarter.

VIII. Non-Standard Courses (Correspondence, Internet, etc…) – (Note: Students transferring to Nezperce for the first time will be given credit for courses accepted by the accredited high school previously attended.)

A. Non-standard course credits for graduation requirements will be accepted, and only from the following sources (others may be approved on petition):

State of Idaho Universities and Colleges

IDLA (Idaho Digital Learning Academy)

B. Non-standard courses may be substituted for a required Nezperce course only in one of the following cases:

1. After the student has attempted a course at Nezperce and failed to achieve a passing grade;

2. When the student is prevented from enrolling in the Nezperce course by a scheduling conflict with another required course;

3. Nezperce will recognize State of Idaho accredited and approved courses toward graduation. Approval is granted by Northwest Accreditation Association.

C. Other than meeting graduation requirements (as above), students are encouraged to take non-standard high school and advanced level courses not offered at Nezperce, which are offered by the agencies listed. Such courses will be counted as elective credits.

IX. Special Education – Special Education assistance is available to students who qualify based on grades and test scores. The student, parent, or teacher may refer the student by contacting the special education teacher or the counselor. Parental permission is required for testing and placement. The student’s progress is reviewed each year in a meeting of the student, parents, and teachers.

Section III – Student Policies

I. ENROLLMENT

A. Students at the Nezperce Junior-Senior High School must be enrolled in classes for the full day, except in the cases of dual enrollment, home schooling, work release, or medical limitation.

B. After registering for classes, student may make class changed only during their first three days of the semester.

II. ATTENDANCE

A. Absences – When a student is absent from school, or from a class period, the parent should contact the school. Otherwise, the parent will be notified by telephone or confirmed by e-mail to verify that the absence is valid (unless the absence has been prearranged by the parent). If no contact can be made, a letter will be sent home indicating the absence. Excessive absences can lead to suspension.

Once students arrive at school they must check out of the office before leaving the campus, even if they leave before the first bell in the morning. If a student does not check out before leaving the campus, a late return will result in an unexcused absence or tardy. (In order to check out, parent or guardian approval must be obtained and verified by the office personal or administrator prior to leaving campus.)

Students will be counted absent for a class period if they leave an assigned class without prior approval from their parents, school administration or assigned teacher.

Planned absence forms are available in the office. Students and parents are asked to properly complete a planned absence from prior to all absences from school except those resulting from illness, injury, or emergency.

B. 90% Attendance – Students must be in attendance at least 90% of the time classes are in session in order to receive credit for courses taken. If a student misses more than 9 days in a semester, a written notice will be mailed to the parents informing them of possible loss of credit (or, in the case of junior high students, the possible withholding of promotion). If there are unusual circumstance making the absences unavoidable (such as protracted illness or up to five days of fall harvest responsibilities), the Attendance Committee may waive the loss of credit. The student and his/her parents/guardians can request a hearing before the board if credit is denied.

Absences due to school-directed activities are exempt from 90% attendance policy. Seniors are allowed on school day (but may have more with the consent of the counselor or principal) to visit colleges, universities, or career opportunities. Juniors are also allowed one such day, with the permission of the counselor. (Proper documentation must be submitted to verify the activity.) Additional day(s) may be granted in unusual circumstances.

C. Make-up Work – Upon returning after an absence, it is the student’s responsibility in most cases to immediately consult with the teacher about missed assignments. Time given for make-up work shall not exceed the number of days missed. However, due to special circumstances, teachers may arrange for an alternative plan to complete assigned work.

When a student has prior knowledge about a test, project, or assignment and is absent on the day it is due, the test, project, or assignment is due on the day the student returns. Students will need to get assigned work from their teachers before leaving for activities.

D. Semester Exams

1. Students who have accumulated less than four (4) absences will not be required to take the final exam if they have a grade of C or higher. Students may choose to take the exam with no risk of lowering their grade, but an opportunity to raise their grade.

2. Students who have four (4) or more absences during any one class period, regardless of A/B scheduling, will be required to take the final exam(s) for that class period.

3. A student who has one (1) or more unexcused absences will be required to take the final exam.

E. Tardiness – Tardies disrupt the educational process. Students who accumulate three tardies per quarter in a class will receive detention. Habitual tardiness may result in suspension. Tardies are defined as arriving to class within 10 minutes. Students are considered absent when they arrive to class more than 10 minutes after the bell.

1. Students who receive three (3) tardies during a given semester will accumulate one (1) excused absence and must serve detention, as outlined below;

Despite this rule, however, students must take finals if:

2. They have earned a “D,” “F,” or “Incomplete” in the current quarter’s coursework, or will have earned a “D,” “F,” or “Incomplete” for a semester grade in the absence of the final; OR

3. They have accumulated more than three absences in a class when calculating that three tardies during the semester equals one absence. (When a teacher removes a student from class for disciplinary reasons, removal will count as an absence for this purpose.)

4. Consequences for Unexcused Tardies – Parents will be notified by mail after the 3^rd tardy:

1^st and 2^nd tardies: No disciplinary consequences

3^rd tardy: 30 minutes detention

4^th tardy, or 3^rd tardy in another class: 60 minutes detention

5^th tardy, or 3^rd tardy in another class: 1 day suspension

6^th tardy, or 3^rd tardy in another class: 3 day suspension

7^th tardy, or 3^rd tardy in another class: 3-5 day suspension

F. Field Trips/Attendance – Class field trips are an important part of the class, and attendance is required unless excused by the assigned teacher or the principal

G. Truancy – Truancy can lead to expulsion from school. Truancy occurs when the student:

1. Is absent from school without knowledge of parents;

2. Leaves school without signing out in the office;

3. Is absent from class without school permission;

4. Accumulates an excessive number of unexplained absences;

5. Obtains school permission to go to a certain place and does not report there; OR

6. Come to school but does not attend an assigned class or classes.

7. Leaves class because it is an absence if students arrive more than 10 minutes late, this creates a truancy. Consequences for truant behavior can be found in the discipline matrix.

H. Withdrawal from School – Students withdrawing from school must complete a withdrawal form, return all books to their teachers, pay any charges, and have the form properly signed by teachers and other required departments.

III. STUDENT SAFETY AND PROPERTY

A. Closed campus – All students are required to check out through the office whenever they leave school while school is in session. The only exception is during lunch if they are excused to leave campus for lunch. The office will retain a list of students who have made prior arrangements to leave school.

1. High School students with a permission note from parents on file in the office may leave campus during the lunch period to go home or downtown only. Any and all other exceptions must have prior approval from the principal

2. Junior High students may not leave campus at noon unless given prior permission to do so by the principal.

3. In the event a student has to be dismissed early from school, the office must have prior notice from parent or guardian.

B. Student Motor Vehicles – Bus transportation is provided for students living beyond a reasonable walking distance.

Students who drive motor vehicles to school must park the vehicle in the parking lot south of the gymnasium unless other arrangements have been made. All vehicles will park in the appropriate manner behind lines painted in the student parking area. Motor vehicles will remain parked for the duration of the school day. Exceptions will be made by the building principal to accommodate students driving home for lunch or completing an errand, based on receipt of a note from the student’s parent or guardian.

After arriving at school, students may not ride with or transport any other student or non-student other than immediate family members. Driving recklessly at any time during school hours or on school grounds is both dangerous and inappropriate, and will result in a student losing their privilege to drive during the school day or on school grounds. Imprudent drivers on school property will be reported to the legal authorities.

At the end of the school day students that want to leave in their vehicles prior to bus departure must exit east to the airport road.

Consequences for motor vehicle violations can be found in the discipline matrix.

C. Insurance – The school District does not provide medical insurance that would cover medical expenses when students are injured in school. This is the responsibility of the parents or guardians. Applications for individual insurance policies are available from the office. This insurance is provided by an independent carrier and is not sponsored or endorsed by the Nezperce School District.

D. Beverages and Food – Beverages and food are allowed in the classroom at the discretion of the instructor. Food and beverage consumption will be allowed in the hallways until problems arise. Drinks need to be in cups with snap lids or screw on caps. No open containers allowed. Student council is responsible for maintaining hallway cleanliness. If carpet is stained, the responsible party must clean it up.

E. Valuables – The school is not responsible for stolen items, and large amounts of money and other items of value should not be brought to school. When it is necessary to bring money to school for payment of bills, students are encouraged to take care of these payments at the office immediately upon entering the school building. Personal property should be marked for identification.

F. Lockers – The office will assign lockers

G. Locker Searches – Lockers are the property of the school and may be searched by the principal or his designee when warranted. Unannounced searches of lockers and any other materials on school property may be conducted at any time during the year. Searches may include the use of drug-sniffing dogs.

H. Firearms/Weapons – Possession of a firearm or other deadly weapon at school or at any school activity (including school parking lots) without prior permission of school officials will result in expulsion from school for a period of not less than one year.

A student shall not (knowingly) possess, handle, or transmit any explosive device (including fireworks), knives, or chains that might reasonably be considered weapons or any other objects having no reasonable use at school.

The District will not admit students who have been expelled from another school district for a violation of the Gun-Free School Act until the student has completed the expulsion for not less than a year.

I. Fire Drills – Fire drills are held periodically to ensure students and employee safety in the event of an actual emergency. When the fire alarm sounds:

1. Stop work immediately;

2. Students walk rapidly in single file out the exit designated for the room in which they are located;

3. Teachers check to see that all students are out of the room, close the classroom door, and follow the students outside;

4. Three bells will be used for clearance to return to the classrooms.

Fire drills are for the purpose of saving lives and should be assumed to have serious intent. A student who sets off a false alarm will be suspended from school.

J. Entry Doors – Doors to the school are opened by 8:00 a.m. Students wishing to arrive early or stay late to work are encouraged to make prior arrangements with their teachers. Students may be in the building only when staff is present.

IV. STUDENT CONDUCT

A. Discipline Policy – This policy addresses students who willfully disregard school rules or defy instructions by teachers or other adult supervisors. Each teacher establishes and communicates reasonable rules for acceptable behavior in the classroom. Consequences for discipline behavior are listed in the Discipline Behavior Matrix on page 19.

The following offenses will result in the referral of a student to the discipline system:

1. Behavior;

2. Disrespect, harassment, bullying, or threats to teachers or fellow students;

3. Defacing or destruction of school property. (Student must pay for damages);

4. Willful disobedience, profanity, or vulgarity;

5. Disorderly conduct in halls or lunchroom;

6. Throwing of snowballs or any object that may injure;

7. Disrespect at assemblies;

8. Use of laser-pointers or other dangerous devices;

9. Signs of affection other than casual holding of hands;

10. Signs of affection between junior and senior high school students;

11. Inappropriate site location while using a computer.

In order for Nezperce School District to be safe and secure for all learners and employees, it is essential for the adoption of the hazing/harassing/intimidation/bullying/menacing policy. Policies #506 and #506.50 clearly explain how students and staff are to report anyone who violates this policy in any manner. The Policy also has accompanying administrative procedures that a complainant must follow when issuing forth a complaint that is deemed to be within the parameters of this Policy. The complainant must begin the process at the principal’s office.

The following will result in automatic suspension of one to five says (and notification to law enforcement if appropriate):

12. Use or possession of tobacco on school grounds or at school activities;

13. Selling, possessing, transporting, or being under the influence of a narcotic or dangerous drug including, but not limited to: marijuana, LSD, heroin, barbiturates (not prescribed by a licensed physician), or non-narcotic intoxicants such as glue, unprescribed cough medicine, gas, or alcohol;

14. Use or possession of alcohol on school grounds or at school activities;

15. Fighting (including assaulting other student or school personnel);

16. Theft;

17. Other serious offenses.

When a teacher reports a student’s misbehavior, the student’s discipline history for that year is checked, and the resulting consequences of the infraction is recorded.

Any appeal to the disciplinary action must be made prior to the scheduled penalty, to avoid additional consequences.

B. Detention – Failure to serve assigned detention will cause the detention time to double. Failure to serve expanded hours will lead to in-school suspension.

C. Suspension – The principal may suspend students from school for flagrant or repeated misconduct pending a satisfactory adjustment with parents/guardians. Written notice of such suspension, stating the cause, is sent to the parents/guardians, and due process is assured. The student will not be reinstated in school until the student and parent/guardian meet with the principal.

Suspended students are not allowed on campus, or at school activities, until the first school day after their suspension.

A suspended student must complete all academic work and be given an opportunity to make up any quizzes or exams missed due to the suspension.

D. Expulsion – In cases of repeated or extreme misconduct, the Nezperce School Administration will request to the Board of Trustees that a student be expelled from attending school for a period of time or indefinitely. In all cases, due process will occur.

E. Dress Code – Student attire must not detract from the educational process. Any student violating this policy will be sent home to change clothes if necessary, and will be assessed an unexcused tardy during this time, as well as a disciplinary infraction if appropriate.

1. Clothing must be clean and in good repair. Holes in pants below mid-thigh (fingertip level) may be acceptable at the discretion of the principal.

2. Inappropriate language or pictures on clothes will not be tolerated. Clothing must not advertise products which are illegal or inappropriate for school-age children.

3. Tank top straps must be at least 1” wide. See-through, deep-cut, or low-cut blouses or shirts will not be allowed. Blouses and shirts must extend to belt line. Undergarments must be covered.

4. Shorts or skirts must extend at least as far as the student’s fingertips.

5. Waistbands of jeans must be worn at natural waist level. No low-slung, baggy pants allowed.

6. Long coats or trench coats are not allowed, and must be left in the student lockers.

7. Hats or other head coverings are allowed in classrooms at teacher discretion. NO hats allowed in the lunchroom or at assemblies.

8. Hair must be clean and neatly groomed.

F. Initiation – No unofficial “initiations” are permitted.

1. Cafeteria Conduct – It is important that all students take responsibility for an orderly procession to the cafeteria and for following rules and regulations as posted in the kitchen or otherwise made know by the head cook.

G. School Bus Regulations – School bus drivers will set up and inform riders of the rules to be followed. Failure to follow the rules will result in disciplinary action taken by the driver and/or Principal. Students representing the school in any activity where transportation is involved will be required to ride the vehicle provided. Exceptions to this rule will apply only when parents request their child to ride with them. Direct contact by the parent must be made with the advisor or Principal before this exception will be allowed.

1. Food on the bus may be allowed at the discretion of each advisor and bus driver. However, the bus must be clean when the group returns home. Students should clean their own seating area.

2. The parent must make prior arrangements with the principal if the student will not travel to the event on the bus, or return with someone other than the bus driver or the parent. Students may not participate in the activity if approval has not been granted.

3. The bus driver is in charge. Riders will follow the driver’s directions.

4. Any violation of the above may cause a student to be placed on the disciplinary policy and/or lose bus privileges.

H. Public Display of Affection – Excessive display of affection (generally defined as anything more than holding hands) may be embarrassing to others. Students whose behavior at school or activities is considered inappropriate will be warned. Continued inappropriate behavior will be considered as a disciplinary infraction.

I. Cheating – Students who knowingly submit work of others represented as their own shall be considered cheating. Cheating also includes helping others to cheat. Students caught cheating are subject to disciplinary action and may receive no credit (0%) on the assignment in question.

J. Electronic Devises – Cell phone, pagers, ipods, mp3 players and other electronic devices not only detract from but also interrupt the educational process of this school. These devices need to be kept in a backpack or locker and cannot be used during the school day (8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.).

Cell phones can only be used before school, at lunch and after school. They are not to be taken into the classrooms.

K. Due Process – In disciplinary actions, students will be made aware of their rights and will be given an opportunity to present their cause:

1. When a student or parent has a grievance issue which directly involves a teacher, teacher’s aide, coach, or other school personnel, the student and parents or guardian will contact the individual involved and attempt to resolve the issue at that level.

2. If unresolved, the student and parent will next meet informally with the building principal for the purpose of resolving the grievance.

3. If the grievance involves a teacher, teacher aide, coach, etc…, the employee will be notified of the grievance in a timely manner.

4. Within two school days following this building meeting, the student and parent have the right to present a written or oral grievance to the Superintendent of the Nezperce School District.

5. If the grievance is not resolved at that level, the student and parent have the right to present a written or oral grievance at the next regularly scheduled Nezperce School Board meeting.

6. The Board will notify the student and parent of its response to the grievance within 10 school days after the date of the school board meeting.

The disciplinary action shall continue during the implementation of the grievance procedure unless the principal, superintendent or School Board elects to postpone such actions.

Academic Detention

Detention until work is completed

Conference with parents

Saturday school as arranged

BEHAVIOR VIOLATION

FIRST OFFENSE

SECOND OFFENSE

THIRD OFFENSE

Bus behavior violations

Warning with a filed citation

Upon forth citation, removal for 5 days from riding bus

With sixth citation, removal for 10 days from riding bus

Cheating/plagiarism

To be determined by individual staff member

Disrupting class

Warning to “cease and desist”

30 minutes detention

ISS for that/those class period(s)

Dress code violation

Warning to “adjust and conform to code”

30 minutes detention

60 minutes detention

Drug/alcohol/tobacco

Report to police for possible citation

Report to police for citation; 5 days suspension

Report to police for citation; recommended to expel

Excessive affection

Warning to “cease and desist”

30 minutes detention

60 minutes detention

Fighting with other students

OSS for 2 days with hearing

OSS for 4 days

OSS; recommended to expel

Harassment/Menacing/

Bullying/Sexual Harassment/etc…

To be determined by the nature of the offense; could become part of permanent record

Could lead to report being filed with police; becomes part of permanent record

Range from detention to suspension to expulsion

Hats/pop/electronic devises

Warning to “cease and desist”

Confiscation to be returned at the end of day

Confiscation to be returned at end of year

Inappropriate behavior at events

Removal from event and 2 next events

Removal from event and for all events in semester

Removal from event and for all events for remainder of year

Inappropriate behavior during school hours

To be determined—but no less than 30 minutes detention

To be determined—or 60 minutes detention

To be determined—or ISS

Inappropriate language

30 minutes detention; conference with teacher/principal

60 minutes detention; conference with parents and principal

ISS for a time to be determined by the offense

Insubordination to staff

30 minutes detention

60 minutes detention

To be determined by the nature of the offense

Internet use violations

Loss of internet privileges for 20 school days

Loss of internet privileges for one full semester

No internet privileges permitted

Motor vehicle violations

To be determined by the nature of the offense

Other violations not expressed

To be determined

Physical/Verbal assault

5 days OSS

10 days OSS

Recommendation for expulsion

Theft of property

Report to police

Truancy

Serve twice time of truancy/take semester finals

ISS and take semester finals

OSS and take semester finals

Vandalism

Repair and pay for destruction

Repair and pay for destruction; 60 minutes detention

OSS number of days to be determined

Weapons

OSS/report to police/expel

Not applicable

V. STUDENT SERVICES

A. School Parties and Dances – Clubs and organizations sponsoring parties or dances must gain approval from the Student Council and the Principal. All High School parties and dances will end no later than 12:00 midnight. The school dances and parties will be limited to Nezperce students or pre approved combined school dances with neighboring schools, except that a student may invite a non-enrolled guest by obtaining a guest pass from the Principal by 3:30 P.M. on the Friday before the activity. The student extending the invitation is responsible for the conduct of the guest. Also, upon approval of the Principal, the sponsoring club or organization may invite another high school student body or class to a dance or party.

Once students leave, they will not be allowed to re-enter unless they have secured special permission from the advisor. In addition to the regular advisor, at least two additional supervisors will be present.

Junior high dances and parties are for Nezperce 7^th and 8^th grade students only. They will end no later than 10:00 P.M. Junior high students will not be able to leave a dance early unless the parent has been notified and arrangements made to pick the student up at the dance.

B. Textbooks – Textbooks, materials, and equipment needed for student use are supplied by the Nezperce School District, paid for by its patrons, and issued by the teacher. Once texts and materials are issued, the responsibility for their safekeeping becomes the student’s. Loss or damage will result in an assessment sufficient to repair or replace the article.

C. Visitors – Students are not allowed to bring visitors to school. Parents are always welcome, but all visitors must check in at the office.

D. Telephone – The school telephones are for business purposes only. Students are to use the office telephone only in cases of illness, emergencies, or school-related business. Students are not allowed to use classroom telephones.

E. Vending Machines – Vending machines are to be used only in the morning before school, during the lunch hour, or after school. They are not to be used during or between classes. If the machine malfunctions, contact the office. Do not tilt or abuse the machine or physical injury may result from a falling machine. Students may have beverages only in designated areas.

F. Parking – Designated student parking is located in front of the gym. The designated emergency vehicle lane must always be kept open. Absolutely no parking is allowed in that area.

G. School Nurse – A registered nurse from the Lewis County Health Department does routine check-ups for vision, hearing, and spine curvature for all students. Health problems can be dealt with by requesting an appointment with the nurse, or by directly calling the Health Department.

H. Outside Services – The Nezperce School District offers a variety of other services to our students, as they are made available to us. If you have questions or concerns about these services, please contact the Principal or Counselor.

I. Fees -

1. Breakfast:

Grades K-6 $ 1.00 each

Grades 7-12 $ 1.50 each

Adult $ 1.65 each

2. Hot Lunch:

Grades K-6 $ 2.25 each

Grades 7-12 $ 2.50 each

Adults $ 3.40 each

Extra Milk $ .30 each

To assure parent notification when a lunch ticket expires, students will be allowed no more than 5 charges.

3. Additional fees may be charged for individual class projects and for any vandalism.

4. Unpaid Bills: If students end the school year owing a bill for library fines, lunches, lost or damaged books, or some other reason, our policy is to withhold diplomas and transcripts, or restrict future registration, until such bills are paid. A charge of $10.00 will be assessed on all checks returned due to insufficient funds on account.

J. Library – The library is open during school hours. Books are checked out for a two-week period with a two-week renewal period. Current magazines cannot be checked out. Reference materials may be checked out overnight only. Bound magazines are checked out for a one-week period.

Students coming to the library from a class may be required to have a library pass from the teacher.

The library should be a place for quiet study at all times. Anyone who abuses the privilege will be sent back to class.

K. Computer Lab – The computer labs are open from 8:00 to 3:00 p.m. All software loaded on the machines must be approved by the librarian or principal. No computer games are to be brought into the lab from home. Students wishing to use the computers in the library must sign in. All thumb drives from home must be scanned by Pam prior to using them on school computers. Computers are to be used for class work and are not to be used for personal communications or games. Students who use the computer for other than class work will lose the privilege of using the computer for a period of time as set by the principal.

L. Laptop Checkout – Laptops may be checked out of the library. All use of the laptop must be in support of educational activities and be consistent with the mission of the district.

VI. SCHOOL WELLNESS POLICY (Policy #568)

A. The school has developed and implemented a school wellness policy. Policy #568 addresses the federal requirements as set forth below:

1. Goals for nutrition education, physical activity, and other school-based activities that are designed to promote student wellness in a manner that the local educational agency determines is appropriate;

2. Nutritional guidelines selected by the school district for all foods available on each school campus during the school day with the objectives of promoting student health and reducing childhood obesity;

3. An assurance that guidelines for reimbursable school meals shall not be less restrictive than regulations and guidance issued by the Secretary of Agriculture pursuant to subsections (a) and (b) of Section 10 of the Child Nutrition Act (42 U.S.C. § 1779) and Sections 9(f)(1) and 17(a) of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. §§ 1758(f)(1) and 1766(a)), as those regulations and guidance apply to schools; and

4. Establishment of a plan for measuring implementation of the local wellness policy, including designation of one (1) or more persons within the district or at each school, as appropriate, charged with operational responsibility for ensuring that the school meets the local wellness policy.

B. Purpose – The purpose of this policy is to assure a school environment that promotes and protest students’ health, well-being, and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating and physical activity.

Section IV: EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

1. Eligibility to participate in extra curricular activities will be based on IHSAA rules and the regulations of that specific activity and school district policy.

2. STUDENT GOVERNMENT – The High School Student Council is composed of four elected officials and two representatives from each class. Their function is to set the goals for the school year, determine the activities the student body will support, and approve the activities and fund-raisers of all other school organizations.

CONSTITUTION - ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF NEZPERCE HIGH SCHOOL

NAME AND PURPOSE

The name of this association shall be THE ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF NEZPERCE HIGH SCHOOL. The purpose of this association shall be to coordinate and promote the interscholastic and extracurricular activities among students of Nezperce High School.

ARTICLE I

Section I – Membership shall be limited to those students enrolled in high school for at least one class.

Section II – Student Body fees shall reflect the needs of the student body program.

Section III – A student need not be a member of the associated students to vote in student government elections; however, any student participating in extracurricular activities shall be required to pay the Associated Student Body fee before receiving the right to participate.

Section IV – A regulation Student Body Card may be received after payment of Student Body fees.

ARTICLE II

Section I – Student Body Officers shall be elected by the members of the student body of Nezperce High School for the succeeding term during the month of May. The date will be set by the Executive Board.

Section II – Student Council representatives for individual classes shall be elected at the end of each school year.

Section III – One Student Council representative may be elected by each club affiliated with Nezperce High School.

ARTICLE III

Section I – The Executive Board shall consist of the Student Body Officers, two representatives from each class, and one representative from each club affiliated with Nezperce High School. The Student Body President shall preside over the meeting with the advice of the Principal who shall be the advisor. Student Body Officers shall consist of the President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer.

Section II – The Executive Board shall meet twice a month or as deemed necessary. Bills which require immediate payment may be paid between meetings if both the President and Treasurer approve. Such bills will be reviewed at the next meeting.

Section III – Powers and Duties:

A. The Executive Board shall approve the dates for all student activities, other than athletics.

B. The Executive Board shall coordinate class activities.

C. The Executive Board shall approve activities for the Student Body.

D. The Executive Board shall have the power to propose by-laws for the Associated Students of Nezperce High School.

E. The Executive Board shall have the power to approve all expenditures from student accounts.

ARTICLE IV - LETTERING SYSTEM

Section I – School letters may be earned by varsity players as follows.

Section II – Football: A player shall be required to play half the total number of quarters to earn a letter. If a participant is injured in play, disabling him, he shall be awarded a letter.

Section III – Basketball: Basketball players must enter one half the total number of quarters to qualify for a team letter.

Section IV – Baseball/Softball: The baseball/softball pitcher shall play one-fourth the number of total innings; the other members must play one-half the innings to receive a letter.

Section V – Managers: Managers shall receive letters at the discretion of the coach.

Section VI

– Track: A member of the track team shall be required to earn fifteen points for a letter. Five points will be earned for first, three for second, two for third, and one for fourth place finishers in track meets during the season. If a first, second, or third place is earned in a distance meet, such as a cross country event, a letter will be earned. Members of relay teams are awarded full value of points earned in each of the first four places where points are earned toward letters.

Section VII – Cheerleading: (A cheerleading squad must be at least three members.) The cheerleaders will be chosen by a panel of adults consisting of the Cheerleader Coach, Athletic Director and another Administrator. Cheerleaders shall receive letters at the discretion of the coach.

Section VIII – Pep Band: Members of the Pep Band shall receive letters at the discretion of the director.

ARTICLE V

Section I – A student who wishes to decorate a letter sweater, school sweater, or school coat, which he or she has purchased, has to obtain approval of the Executive Board of the Associated Students of Nezperce High School and the Principal.

ARTICLE VI - CLUBS

Section I - Clubs must have an adult advisor, and must be approved by the ASB Executive Board and the Principal.

Section II – Clubs are encouraged to purchase and present awards to deserving members.

ARTICLE VII - STUDENT BODY FINANCES

Section I - The treasurer, with the approval of the sponsor, is the only person authorized to make purchases for each organization.

Section II - An organization cannot overdraw its account.

Section III - Bills will not be paid unless a voucher is approved.

ARTICLE VIII - AMENDMENTS

Section I – Amendments must be drawn up and be presented to the Executive Board of the Associated Students of Nezperce High School who shall act as judges to decide whether the amendment is constitutional or unconstitutional.

Section II – Amendment to the constitution must be presented before the Associated Students for a minimum of 10 school days prior to election.

Section III – Amendments to the constitution and by-laws must have a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the Associated Students present before they may be declared a part of the constitution.

3. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY – The National Honor Society recognizes those students who achieve superior academic success.

A. To be eligible for consideration as a member of the Nezperce Chapter of the National Honor Society, the student must have a grade point average of at least 3.35 and be at least a second-semester sophomore.

B. Students who meet the GPA standard of 3.35 will be evaluated by a faculty committee (five faculty members not including the advisor or building principal), based on leadership, service, and character.

C. Any member whose GPA later drops below 3.35, or who otherwise no longer qualifies for membership, can be placed on Honor Society probation or be dismissed from the organization.

D. Honor Society members will be recognized at senior graduation by wearing an honor cord.

4. FAMILY, CAREER AND COMMUNITY LEADERS OF AMERICA (FCCLA) – Open to all high school students; dues are $15.00 (state and national dues). Members must assist with fundraisers and participate in a community service project. Members that qualify may attend the State Conference held in Boise.

5. BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA (BPA) – All high school students are eligible to join BPA. Membership dues are $15.00, which are used to pay for national, regional, and state dues. Members must help with fundraising and if qualifying at the regional competition, may compete at the state competition held annually at Boise State University.

6. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA (FFA) – Members of the FFA need to be enrolled in an agriculture class. Dues are necessary to pay both district and local membership. Members are involved in judging contests and may attend the State Conference at Twin Falls. Nezperce students have also attended the national conferences.

7. ANNUAL STAFF – This club is responsible for the Jr./Sr. High School Annual. Any member of the high school student body may join. The annual editor must be from either the junior or senior class and have previously worked on the annual for at least one year.

8. ACADEMIC TEAMS – Nezperce High School students may participate in a variety of academic contests throughout the school year, such as:

A. Knowledge Bowl – Competition is held once a month on a Monday night. Each school is allowed to

field up to three teams of six students each. Juniors and seniors and students with previous knowledge bowl experience will be given first preference.

B. Knowledge Master – This is a computerized competition held twice during the school year. Participants are chosen on the basis of interest, willingness to practice, ability to work together in a group, and areas of expertise. Students in grades 10-12 comprise the high school team and

students in grades 7-9 comprise the junior high team.

C. INEEL Math and Science Competition – This contest is a buzzer format. The regional tournament is

held during the spring semester, usually on the campus of one of the colleges in northern Idaho. The

winning team for the State of Idaho will earn a trip to the National Science Bowl in Washington D.C.

Team members are chosen by interest, willingness to practice, and expertise in the areas of math

and science.

D. JETS Team Competition – This is a group contest based on engineering principals. The state and

national contests are held during the spring semester, usually at the University of Idaho. Eight

students comprise a team. Members are chosen by interest and expertise in the areas of math and

science.

E. Math Day at WSU - This competition is open to students in grades 9-12. Students selected to

compete must be taking or on track to take college preparation math courses.

F. American Math Competition (AMC) – This competition is open to students taking or on track to

take college prep math courses. High school math students must have earned A’s in their math

courses. All junior high students may participate.

9. GIRLS’ CLUB – This club is open to any high school girl. The club has fundraisers and sponsors the Sadie Hawkins Dance and the Mother-Daughter Tea.

Section V: Lewis County, Nezperce/Highland Activity Code

A. Highland/Nezperce student on a school sponsored trip represents his/her school and must demonstrate excellent conduct at all times. The purposes of the Nezperce/Highland High School’s activity program are to promote skill development, teach teamwork and good citizenship, and provide worthwhile activities for students outside of class time. The following rules exist to further these goals.

1. Participation in extracurricular activities is a privilege, not a right, and students may loose the privilege through misconduct. Participants are representing their school and community, and high standards of behavior are expected of them.

2. Students and their parent or guardian must sign this activity code prior to their first participation in extra-curricular activities each school year. After that, the regulations remain in effect until the last event of the student’s final extracurricular participation that school year. Any infractions will affect the student’s current or next participation during that time. Consequences which cannot be implemented during the current school year will be completed during the following school year.

3. All participants in extracurricular activities must obey civil laws. A participant who is arrested for behavior not detailed in this policy may be removed from participation temporarily or permanently.

4. Violations of this code will affect the student’s participation in both athletic and non-athletic activities.

5. Coaches and advisors may implement reasonable rules for their activities in addition to those listed here. These rules will be in writing, approved, and on file in the Principal’s office.

6. If a participant is in attendance at a location where drugs are present, or alcoholic beverages are being consumed by minors, the participant will be suspended from participation in any activity up to ten school calendar days, unless the student can show that, once the illegal behavior was recognized, the student immediately left the location.

7. Any student detected by a member of the staff using drugs, alcohol, or tobacco on a school sponsored trip the following rules will apply:

a. S/he will be suspended from extra-curricular participation for 90 school calendar days. (Possession of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs during a trip will result in the same penalty).

b. Students suspended will not be awarded any extra-curricular awards for the school year.

c. The responsibility of carrying out these penalties will rest with the directors of the activities.

d. It is understood the 90 school calendar days will carry over into the next activity season or next school calendar year.

e. Violations of this code which occur while the student is on an activity trip may result in the parent or guardian being required to transport the student home from the trip.

8. If a student participant who is not on a school sponsored trip is detected using alcohol, tobacco, or drugs during their time of participation in an activity the following rules apply:

a. S/he will be suspended from competition/activities for 21 school calendar days and placed on probation. The participant, his parent (or parents), his advisor or coach, and a school administrator will meet to determine any other appropriate action.

b. It is understood the 21 day suspension will carry over into the next activity season or school calendar year if the infraction takes place at the end of the school year.

9. If a participant who is not on a trip is detected using alcohol, tobacco, or drugs for a second time during a school year the following rules will apply:

a. S/he will be suspended from participation from activities for 60 school calendar days.

b. It is understood the 60 school calendar days will carry over into the next school calendar year if applicable.

c. The participant, his/her parents, his/her advisor, and a school administrator will meet to determine an appropriate course of drug-alcohol counseling for the participant. S/he must undergo such counseling, at parental expense, before s/he can be reinstated as a participant.

d. S/he will not receive any award for the event in which the 2^nd violation takes place.

10. Any participant who is detected using alcohol, tobacco, or drugs for a third time in any school year the following rules will apply:

a. S/he will be suspended from all participation for one calendar year from the date of offense and will not receive any sort of award from the school.

b. One calendar year carries over from school year to school year.

11. The “bona-fide” complaints of patron and non-activities staff members will be accepted at once and investigated. A bona-fide complaint is defined as one in which the patron or staff member is willing to name names, indicate places and testify to the breaking of participation rules.

a. The complaint will be in writing and signed.

12. A participants arrest and conviction for possession of alcohol, possession of drugs, use of alcohol, or use of drugs will carry the same penalty as if detected by a member of the staff. His/her advisor will question any students suspected by the staff of participation violations. His/her word will be taken, but if later evidence proves that he/she was lying the proper penalty for the violation (#1, #2, #3) will be assessed immediately.

13. Students who are absent from school during any part of the school day may not participate in activities until the next school day unless the Principal or designee grants permission based on unusual circumstances.

14. Students who do not come to school the day following participation in an activity at the regular time will not be allowed to participate in their next scheduled activities unless they have a valid excuse signed by their parent, such as a doctor’s appointment

15. Students who are truant from school will not be allowed to participate in any activity until all of their detention time has been served.

a. Students who have to serve detention are not eligible to participate in any activity until all detention time has been served. An exception can be made by the principal in cases such as a trip bus leaving immediately after school dismissal.

16. Participants who self-report of rule infractions will be suspended from competition for 14 school calendar days; this will be based on the first offense only.

17. Any policy that does not appear in the Athletic/Activity code, but is in other school documents will be enforced.

18. Student athletes are required to meet the IHSAA GPA guidelines which include a 2.0 GPA. Students not meeting the GPA minimum can be placed on a weekly plan of improvement.

19. Students will not be allowed to transport themselves to and from athletic or activity events. Parents and/or legal guardians may, upon completing the necessary permission forms, elect to transport their children to and from athletics or activities. The Districts’ established forms must be completed prior to the coach or advisor releasing the participant to the parent or guardian.

Section VI - APPENDIX

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(iii) MISSION STATEMENT

“Learning Today for Tomorrow’s Challenges”

(iv) DIRECTORY INFORMATION

Certain information about student’s records, known as “Directory Information”, may be published or disclosed (including Military Recruiters). This includes such information as the student’s name, address, telephone listing, photograph, date and place of birth, dates of attendance, participation in sports and activities, weight and height of athletes, grade level, awards received, and most recent previous educational institution.

Parents and eligible students have the right to refuse the release of such information.

(v) DISCLAIMER

The purpose of this handbook is to inform student, parents, and staff about the policies of Nezperce Junior-Senior High School. It does not attempt to include all policies, and is not a legal document. Complete school and district policies are available for public use in the school and district offices.

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I. Graduation Requirements (grades 9-12) – In order to earn a diploma from Nezperce High School, students must:

A. Successfully complete the following courses:

B. Students are required to demonstrate mastery of basic skills in an exiting test before a diploma will be granted, subject to Idaho State regulations.

C. Waiver of Graduation Requirements: Exceptions may be made to these graduation requirements in certain situations, provided that the course(s) is not required by Idaho State Statute, and that he minimum requirement of 48 credits is met.

1. Students requesting a waiver of graduation requirement shall present the request in writing to the principal no later than the end of the first semester of their senior year.

2. Within 10 days after receiving the request, a conference to evaluate the request shall be scheduled with the student/ parent/guardian, counselor and principal.

3. If the principal determines the request to be in the best interest of the student and school, the principal shall request a waiver from the School Board at the next regularly scheduled meeting.

4. Students who transfer into Nezperce, may have the following courses waived: Reading, Pacific Northwest History, Intro to Ag and Teen Living; however, students still need a humanities credit to replace the Pacific Northwest History credit and they still need 48 credits to graduate.

D. Students from Unaccredited Schools – Transfer students who enter Nezperce High School from unaccredited schools and who successfully complete both full-load semesters of the senior year have two options for receiving a Nezperce High School diploma:

1. The student may challenge the other graduation requirements by demonstrating mastery of the concepts of the course through an oral or written assessment, receiving a grade of “P” (pass);

2. A student who achieves a minimum G.P.A. of 3/0 and a minimum composite score or 23 on the ACT, with no subtests lower than 20, will be eligible for graduation.

III. Grades – Report cards are issued every nine weeks and students receive grades as follows:

IV. Grade Point Average – For the purposes of determining student grade point average, grades are valued as follows (plusses and minuses are not counted):

VII. Progress Reports – A report of class grades to date is mailed to parents during approximately the fifth week of each quarter.

VIII. Non-Standard Courses (Correspondence, Internet, etc…) – (Note: Students transferring to Nezperce for the first time will be given credit for courses accepted by the accredited high school previously attended.)

A. Non-standard course credits for graduation requirements will be accepted, and only from the following sources (others may be approved on petition):

B. Non-standard courses may be substituted for a required Nezperce course only in one of the following cases:

1. After the student has attempted a course at Nezperce and failed to achieve a passing grade;

2. When the student is prevented from enrolling in the Nezperce course by a scheduling conflict with another required course;

3. Nezperce will recognize State of Idaho accredited and approved courses toward graduation. Approval is granted by Northwest Accreditation Association.

C. Other than meeting graduation requirements (as above), students are encouraged to take non-standard high school and advanced level courses not offered at Nezperce, which are offered by the agencies listed. Such courses will be counted as elective credits.

I. ENROLLMENT

A. Students at the Nezperce Junior-Senior High School must be enrolled in classes for the full day, except in the cases of dual enrollment, home schooling, work release, or medical limitation.

B. After registering for classes, student may make class changed only during their first three days of the semester.

II. ATTENDANCE

Students will be counted absent for a class period if they leave an assigned class without prior approval from their parents, school administration or assigned teacher.

D. Semester Exams

1. Students who have accumulated less than four (4) absences will not be required to take the final exam if they have a grade of C or higher. Students may choose to take the exam with no risk of lowering their grade, but an opportunity to raise their grade.

2. Students who have four (4) or more absences during any one class period, regardless of A/B scheduling, will be required to take the final exam(s) for that class period.

3. A student who has one (1) or more unexcused absences will be required to take the final exam.

1. Students who receive three (3) tardies during a given semester will accumulate one (1) excused absence and must serve detention, as outlined below;

2. They have earned a “D,” “F,” or “Incomplete” in the current quarter’s coursework, or will have earned a “D,” “F,” or “Incomplete” for a semester grade in the absence of the final; OR

3. They have accumulated more than three absences in a class when calculating that three tardies during the semester equals one absence. (When a teacher removes a student from class for disciplinary reasons, removal will count as an absence for this purpose.)

4. Consequences for Unexcused Tardies – Parents will be notified by mail after the 3rd tardy:

F. Field Trips/Attendance – Class field trips are an important part of the class, and attendance is required unless excused by the assigned teacher or the principal

G. Truancy – Truancy can lead to expulsion from school. Truancy occurs when the student:

1. Is absent from school without knowledge of parents;

2. Leaves school without signing out in the office;

3. Is absent from class without school permission;

4. Accumulates an excessive number of unexplained absences;

5. Obtains school permission to go to a certain place and does not report there; OR

6. Come to school but does not attend an assigned class or classes.

7. Leaves class because it is an absence if students arrive more than 10 minutes late, this creates a truancy. Consequences for truant behavior can be found in the discipline matrix.

H. Withdrawal from School – Students withdrawing from school must complete a withdrawal form, return all books to their teachers, pay any charges, and have the form properly signed by teachers and other required departments.

III. STUDENT SAFETY AND PROPERTY

1. High School students with a permission note from parents on file in the office may leave campus during the lunch period to go home or downtown only. Any and all other exceptions must have prior approval from the principal

2. Junior High students may not leave campus at noon unless given prior permission to do so by the principal.

3. In the event a student has to be dismissed early from school, the office must have prior notice from parent or guardian.

B. Student Motor Vehicles – Bus transportation is provided for students living beyond a reasonable walking distance.

F. Lockers – The office will assign lockers

H. Firearms/Weapons – Possession of a firearm or other deadly weapon at school or at any school activity (including school parking lots) without prior permission of school officials will result in expulsion from school for a period of not less than one year.

I. Fire Drills – Fire drills are held periodically to ensure students and employee safety in the event of an actual emergency. When the fire alarm sounds:

1. Stop work immediately;

2. Students walk rapidly in single file out the exit designated for the room in which they are located;

3. Teachers check to see that all students are out of the room, close the classroom door, and follow the students outside;

4. Three bells will be used for clearance to return to the classrooms.

J. Entry Doors – Doors to the school are opened by 8:00 a.m. Students wishing to arrive early or stay late to work are encouraged to make prior arrangements with their teachers. Students may be in the building only when staff is present.

IV. STUDENT CONDUCT

1. Behavior;

2. Disrespect, harassment, bullying, or threats to teachers or fellow students;

3. Defacing or destruction of school property. (Student must pay for damages);

4. Willful disobedience, profanity, or vulgarity;

5. Disorderly conduct in halls or lunchroom;

6. Throwing of snowballs or any object that may injure;

7. Disrespect at assemblies;

8. Use of laser-pointers or other dangerous devices;

9. Signs of affection other than casual holding of hands;

10. Signs of affection between junior and senior high school students;

11. Inappropriate site location while using a computer.

12. Use or possession of tobacco on school grounds or at school activities;

13. Selling, possessing, transporting, or being under the influence of a narcotic or dangerous drug including, but not limited to: marijuana, LSD, heroin, barbiturates (not prescribed by a licensed physician), or non-narcotic intoxicants such as glue, unprescribed cough medicine, gas, or alcohol;

14. Use or possession of alcohol on school grounds or at school activities;

15. Fighting (including assaulting other student or school personnel);

16. Theft;

17. Other serious offenses.

B. Detention – Failure to serve assigned detention will cause the detention time to double. Failure to serve expanded hours will lead to in-school suspension.

D. Expulsion – In cases of repeated or extreme misconduct, the Nezperce School Administration will request to the Board of Trustees that a student be expelled from attending school for a period of time or indefinitely. In all cases, due process will occur.

E. Dress Code – Student attire must not detract from the educational process. Any student violating this policy will be sent home to change clothes if necessary, and will be assessed an unexcused tardy during this time, as well as a disciplinary infraction if appropriate.

1. Clothing must be clean and in good repair. Holes in pants below mid-thigh (fingertip level) may be acceptable at the discretion of the principal.

2. Inappropriate language or pictures on clothes will not be tolerated. Clothing must not advertise products which are illegal or inappropriate for school-age children.

4. Consequences for Unexcused Tardies – Parents will be notified by mail after the 3^rd tardy: