FAHS Student Handbook - Roseville Area Schools

Fairview Alternative
High School
Student Handbook
2013-2014

Dear Student,
Welcome to Fairview Alternative High School. FAHS is District 623’s High School Alternative
Learning Program. Your decision to enroll in our school is a positive sign that you want to
continue to learn while making progress toward earning your high school diploma.
Although it will be difficult and challenging, requiring self-discipline and perseverance, we
are prepared to help you be successful in achieving your goals.
In order to achieve your goals, you will need to work at presenting a positive attitude as
you begin this school year. You must be accountable for your own behavior and respect
the rights of others. We encourage you to meet any challenges facing you and
celebrate each success as a stepping stone to greater success and a happier life. In
order for you to accomplish your goals and ours – for you to graduate from high school –
we need you to make the commitment to come to school here every day!
The information in this handbook has been prepared to help you understand what is
expected of every individual who is part of this learning community. We are committed
to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment where all members feel
welcomed and respected. The policies, rules, and expectations are intended to ensure
that everyone has an opportunity to develop and apply academic, personal, and career
skills while making progress towards earning a high school diploma. It is your responsibility
to know and understand what is expected of you while enrolled in this program. If you
have any questions or concerns, you are advised to speak with a staff member. Again,
we look forward to working with you and helping you succeed.
Sincerely,
FAHS Staff
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STAFF MEMBERS
FAIRVIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL
1910 County Road B
Roseville, MN 55113
(651) 604-3800
(651) 604-3801 -- Fax
Administration:
Laura Freer Principal Laura.Freer@isd623.org
Brian Bailey Asst. Administrator/PE Teacher Brian.Bailey@isd623.org
Student Support Services:
School Nurse
Brian Bossany Chemical Health Counselor Brian.Bossany@isd623.org
Amanda Loge Social Worker Amanda.Loge@isd623.org
Jordan Nelson School Psychologist Jordan.Nelson@isd623.org
Jessica Mernin Counselor Jessica.Mernin@isd623.org
Keary Saffold Cultural Liaison Keary.saffold@Isd623.org
Eh Tha Khu Cultural Liaison Ehtha.khu@isd623.org
Teachers:
Nick Falde Online Learning Coordinator Nick.falde@isd623.org
Janelle DiCarlo Math Teacher Janelle.dicarlo@isd623.org
Bob Goepel Work Experience Coordinator Bob.Goepel@isd623.org
Jeff Babineau Special Education Teacher & Jeffrey.Babineau@isd623.org
Work Based Learning Teacher
Mark Jansen Social Studies Teacher Mark.Jansen@isd623.org
Maureen Kieger English Teacher Maureen.Kieger@isd623.org
Martha Mason-Miller Reading Teacher Martha.MasonMiller@isd623.org
Laura Tucci Social Studies Teacher Laura.Tucci@isd623.org
Whitney Schultz English Teacher whitney.schultz@isd623.org
Sam Northey Science Teacher sam.northey@isd623.org
Laura Corcoran Art Teacher laura.corcoran@isd623.org
Charles Hall Business Teacher Charles.Hall@isd623.org
Rainbow Espinosa EL Teacher Rainbow.Espinosa@isd623.org
Kelly Place Science Teacher Kelly.Place@isd623.org
Katie Johnson EL Teacher Kathryn.johnson@isd623.org
Teacher Assistants:
Brian Lor Teacher Assistant Brian.lor@isd623.org
Clerical Staff:
Vicki Day Secretary Vicki.Day@isd623.org
Teri Twardowski Health Aide theresa.twardowski@isd623.org
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Roseville Area School District Vision
Roseville Area Schools, working in partnership with all families and the community, is a
learning organization of engaged, motivated and high achieving lifelong learners.
We demonstrate this Vision when:
Each learner thrives in a safe, equitable, and respectful learning environment that fosters
confidence, excellence and a sense of belonging while honoring difference.
Each learner receives high quality personally relevant instruction enhanced by all members of the
learning community.
Each learner studies a challenging academic curriculum, which enhances social, emotional,
physical and ethical development.
Each learner meets rigorous academic standards and is prepared for future learning and success in
a multicultural society.
Roseville Area School Equity Vision
In alignment with our district vision, Roseville Area Schools is committed to ensuring an equitable and
respectful education experience for every student, family, and staff member, regardless of:
•Race •Home or First Language •Gender
•Ability •Socioeconomic Status •Religion
•National Origin •Sexual Orientation •Age
Fairview Alternative High School Vision
Fairview Alternative High School is a respectful and supportive high school that empowers students
to take an active role in their learning through a variety of instructional strategies in a small
learning community.
Fairview Alternative High School differs from a traditional high school for many reasons. Some
examples are:
Smaller class sizes
Enhanced individualized instruction
Credit opportunities in the summer
Project based learning curriculum
FAHS 5 Foundation
At FAHS, we believe that everyone is here to learn. In order to provide an opportunity where all
can learn and excel, the following philosophy has been established in our learning community.
1. Attend: Our students will attend school all day. Every day.
2. Work: Effort is valued and the work you do in all of your classes will lead you to your goals.
3. Respect: Everyone deserves and gives respect here at FAHS.
4. Restore: No one is perfect. If you make a mistake, fix it.
5. Grow: Learn new things. Grow academically, personally, socially, emotionally, and
professionally.
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School Calendar
August 28…..…………………………………………………............................................................................Open House
September 4……………………………………………………………………………………….………….First Day of School
October 7……………………………...……………..……….………………...….…Teacher Workshop K-12 -- No School
October 17……………………………………………..………….………..……………………………………....End of Term 1
October 17-18……………………………………………………………..………………...………... Fall Recess-- No School
October 29………………………………………..…………………….……………….....Parent-Student-Advisor Meetings
November 26.……………………………………...…………...……….……..……………End of First Trimester and Term 2
November 27.……………………………………...…………...……….……..……………PLAN Test given to 10 th Graders
November 28-29……………………………………………..……………..………….…Thanksgiving Holiday - No School
December 2...………………………………….……………………………..………Teacher Workshop K-12 -- No School
December 12…………………………………………………………………………… Parent-Student-Advisor Meetings
December 21 – January 5..………………………...………………………..…………………..Winter Break -- No School
January 20……………………………………………………………………....Martin Luther King Jr Holiday -- No School
January 24………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…End of Term 3
February 6…….….……………………………………………………………….……..… Parent-Student-Advisor Meetings
February 10-14.……………………………………………………….....................…………...Alternative Education Week
February 17…………….………………………………..………………..………….…Presidents Day Holiday -- No School
February 18……………………………………………...……………………….....…Teacher Workshop K-12 -- No School
March 13………..…………………………………….…………………………...……End of Second Trimester and Term 4
March 14……..………………………….………………..……………………………Teacher Workshop K-12 -- No School
March 15-23………………………………………..…………………………………………………..…………… Spring Break
April 3…...………….……………………………..………………..……………..………………………………...…Family Night
April 18….…………………………………………….…………………..……………………….………. Holiday -- No School
May 1…..………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....End of Term 5
May 2……...…………………………………………………………..……...…....… Teacher Workshop K-12 -- No School
May 8………………………………………………………...……….………..………....…Parent-Student-Advisor Meetings
May 26……………………...……………....………………..………………..…………Memorial Day Holiday -- No School
June 5…………………..…………………...………………………………………………………...……….FAHS Graduation
June 10......………………………………………..……………………………………..…………….……...Last Day of School
2013-2014 Grading Periods:
Trimester 1: September 4 – November 26
Term 1: September 4 – October 16
Term 2: October 21 – November 26
Trimester 3: March 24 - June 10
Term 5: March 24 – May 1
Term 6: May 5 – June 10
Trimester 2: December 3 – March13
Term 3: December 3– January 24
Term 4: January 27 – March 13
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What courses are offered here at FAHS?
Courses at FAHS are designed around the Minnesota State Standards as well as the needs
of individual students. The following describes the types of courses we have here at
FAHS…
Seminar courses will incorporate daily assignments as well as small projects to prepare
students for a project based class. Students will be applying the Habits of Mind in their
daily activities.
Online Learning courses will be designed to provide alternative options for students here
at FAHS. These courses may be embedded in courses throughout the school day.
Students interested in online courses should speak to Mrs. Foreman or Mrs. Mernin.
HOMES course is a forty-five minute class that will allow students opportunities to meet with
small groups to participate in team building activities, learn the Habits of Mind, Silent
Sustained Reading, and organize work in order to stay up to date on their credit.
Title I courses are used to help students gain higher reading skills to ensure success in high
school and post-secondary options. These courses are in addition to an English class that
might be on your schedule.
Other opportunities will be offered on an individual basis. Students will need to talk to their
advisor, counselor, or administrator.
General Expectations
We, the staff of FAHS, believe that it is important that students understand our commitment to fulfill the
philosophy, goals, and beliefs of this learning program. It is equally important for students to understand our
expectations of them as valuable members of this learning community.
Therefore YOU as a student are expected to:
Read, understand and follow all District 623 rules and policies as outlined in the handbook.
Attend school everyday and be on time.
Stay on task, work hard, and make satisfactory progress on class work.
Be mentally prepared and willing to participate in all learning activities.
Participate in scheduled learning activities; i.e. guest speakers, field trips, testing, etc.
Conduct yourself as a responsible person and be accountable for your behavior.
Do not use cell phone during class time.
Use appropriate language at all times.
Never smoke or use tobacco products on school property.
Never verbally or physically provoke another student.
Demonstrate responsible use of school building and grounds.
Treat others as you would like to be treated.
Have a positive attitude.
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DISTRICT & FAHS PROCEDURES, RULES, AND REGULATIONS
Attendance. Minnesota state law provides that every child between the ages of 7 and 18 shall
attend a public or private school in each year during the entire time the public schools of the
resident district are in session, unless excused from attendance by the parent or the district School
Board. (See Appendix E).
FAHS believes that regular attendance is directly related to success in academic work, benefits
students socially, provides opportunity for important communication among students and
teachers, and establishes regular habits of dependability important to future success.
When a child returns to school following an absence, the student must assume the responsibility for
contacting individual teachers immediately about making up the missed work. If the work is
satisfactory, full credit will be given for the completed work.
The school may notify parents about the student's absence and the parents are also encouraged
to call the school when the student is (or will be) absent.
The following attendance policy recognizes that class attendance is a joint responsibility of the
student, parent/guardian, teacher, and administrator. If a student must be absent, a
parent/guardian must call the FAHS main office number at (651) 604-3800.
It is the student’s right to be in school. It is the student’s responsibility to:
Be prepared and on time to class.
Attend all assigned classes that school is in session,
Be familiar with all individual program attendance procedures,
Follow correct procedures when absent from classes, and
Request any missed assignments due to absence.
It is the parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to:
Encourage the student to attend school,
Inform the school of a student absence,
Be familiar with all individual program attendance procedures, and
Work cooperatively with the school and student to solve any attendance problems that
may arise.
It is the teacher’s responsibility to:
Take daily attendance and maintain accurate attendance records in each assigned class,
Be familiar with all procedures governing attendance and apply these procedures
uniformly,
Provide any students who have been absent with any missed assignments on request, and
Work cooperatively with the student and student’s parent/guardian to solve any
attendance problems that may arise.
It is the administrator’s responsibility to:
Encourage students to attend all assigned classes,
Be familiar with all procedures governing attendance and apply these procedures
uniformly,
Maintain accurate records on student attendance, and
Inform the student’s parent/guardian of the student’s attendance and work cooperatively
with them and the student to solve attendance problems.
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What is a legal excuse to miss school?
Excused absences can be….
Illness. A parent or guardian must verify the student's illness. If school personnel determine
the illness absences are excessive, Minnesota law permits the school to require the family to
provide medical verification or to see the school nurse.
Religious observances required by the student's religion.
Extreme family emergency (e.g. house fire, critical injury to parent/guardian, funeral of a
close family member).
Medical appointments that cannot be scheduled outside of school hours.
Prior approval by the school principal is required for absences due to travel.
Under Minnesota law, school administration has the right to determine the validity of any
request for an excused absence.
Fifteen consecutive absences automatically results in termination of enrollment from FAHS.
Student who have withdrawn or have terminated their enrollment from FAHS and wish to continue
MUST re-enroll.
If a student is absent from scheduled classes because of suspension or administrative dismissal,
he/she must make up any missed work with the teacher.
Bullying Prohibition Policy. Bullying is a conduct that interferes with students’ ability to learn and
teachers’ ability to educate students in a safe environment. Bullying is prohibited on school district
property or at school-related functions.
Bullying is any unprovoked, repeated or aggressive action or threat of action that is
intended to cause or is perceived as causing fear, distress or harm to another person.
Bullying includes but is not limited to:
o name-calling,
o taunting,
o teasing and put-downs,
o saying or writing inappropriate things about a person,
o deliberately excluding a person from activities or conversations,
o threatening a person with bodily harm,
o hitting, kicking, tripping, shoving or otherwise inappropriately touching a person,
o taking or damaging a person’s belongings, or
o making a person do things the or she does not want to do.
Bullying can also occur through electronic means via Web postings, e-mails, chat rooms
and text messaging.
The Bullying Prohibition policy applies to students who directly engage in bullying as well as
to students who permit or tolerate another student’s act of bullying.
No teacher, administrator, volunteer or other employee of the school district shall permit or
tolerate bullying.
All complaints of bullying will be investigated and discipline or appropriate actions will be
taken against anyone who violates the Bullying Prohibition policy.
Apparent permission or consent by a student being bullied does not lessen the prohibitions
contained in the policy.
Retaliation against a victim, reporter or a witness of bullying is prohibited.
False accusations or reports of bullying against another student are prohibited.
Consequences for bullying may range from positive behavioral interventions to suspension
and/or expulsion.
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Bus Procedures. Transportation by school bus is a privilege, not a right. Bus transportation can be
revoked for unsafe behavior on a bus. Any student who jeopardizes the safety and comfort of
other bus students can lose the privilege of school bus transportation. The building administrator
may set up a conference with the student or parent/guardian. The parent/guardian may be
notified by phone, in person, or in writing. A pattern of minor infractions or a single major
infraction of the rules will result in suspension of bus privileges. Other school consequences may
also apply. It is essential to enforce the rules to ensure your child’s safety and comfort.
The possession, use, or distribution of tobacco or chemicals while on the bus will result in a bus
suspension and other disciplinary action as stated under the Chemical Use/Abuse provisions.
Cell Phones. Cell phones should not be seen or heard during school hours at FAHS unless you have
permission from the classroom teacher. Cellular phones and other personal communication
devices will be confiscated if used during an inappropriate time of instruction.
On the first offense, the student will be given a warning to put the cell phone away.
Second offense, the confiscated equipment will be returned at the end of the school day.
Third offense will require the parent or guardian of the student to meet with the
administrator and the personal communication device will be returned at that time.
If a parent or guardian(s) believes it is necessary to contact their son/daughter during school
hours, please call the FAHS main line (651) 604-3800 and a staff member will deliver a message at
an appropriate time.
Students wishing to make a phone call during school hours must do so during passing time or with
teacher permission. A phone is located on the desk in the FAHS office as well as in every
classroom.
Cheating/Plagiarism. Cheating/Plagiarism is unethical and does not enhance the learning
process. Any student involved in cheating/plagiarism is subject to serious disciplinary action and
may lose credit for that grading period. Everyone is responsible for knowing and avoiding the
various forms and levels of plagiarism.
To quote Writers Inc.,
“plagiarism - [is] the act of presenting someone else’s ideas as your own” (179).
The following are the most common types of plagiarism that occur in student work:
a) Word-for-word plagiarism is the direct copying of another’s material without giving credit.
b) Paraphrase plagiarism is using someone else’s ideas without crediting the source of the
material or idea.
c) Spot plagiarism is using key words or phrases without giving credit.
Checking out of school. FAHS has a closed campus. If it is necessary to check out of school before
the end of the day, the student must sign out in the office. A parent/guardian must call the school
if the student is under the age of 18. Students will NOT be allowed to check back into school,
unless they are returning with verification of the absence. If a student checks out of school before
or during a class, it will count as an absence.
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Chemical Abuse. Minnesota Schools are drug-free zones. Recent laws allow severe penalties for
anyone caught selling or possessing illegal drugs within one city block or 300 feet of any Minnesota
school or school bus carrying students.
The consuming or possessing of any beverage containing alcohol, or any other mood altering
substance while on school property, buses, or at any school activity (or having consumed before
arrival at school or before any school activity) is not permitted. This includes any beverage
containing alcohol, any simulated controlled substances, any non-alcoholic look-a-like or smell-a
like substances or any other mood-altering substances. Possession or use of any drug related
paraphernalia on school property or buses, or at any school activity is also not permitted.
Possession/use of paraphernalia will result in the same consequences as chemical use violations.
FAHS reserves the right to utilize local law enforcement measures to search for controlled
substances on school grounds. This may include the use of canines trained in the search and
seizure of controlled substances.
If a violation occurs at any time during the school year, the following disciplinary procedures may
be as follows:
First Offense: A three-day suspension from school, referral to a chemical dependency
counselor, notification of parent/guardian with a conference that day and pick up of
student, notification of police, and filing of a juvenile contact report.
Second Offense: A five-day suspension from school, referral to a chemical dependency
counselor, notification of parent/guardian with a conference that day and pick up of
student, notification of police, and filing of a juvenile contact report.
Third Offense: Suspension pending expulsion
Students who have been caught selling or distributing drugs on or within sight of the school
property may be subject to immediate expulsion from Fairview Alternative High School. Due
process procedures apply as well as Minnesota State High School Leagues rules.
Computer/Internet Policy. Fairview Alternative High School students and staff have access to the
Computer/Internet in school. Time spent on the computer/internet will be dedicated to
supporting curriculum outcomes; per District Acceptable Use Policy. If a student uses their own
devices in classes, they must also agree to follow the District Acceptable Use Policy as well.
See Appendix C in the back of the handbook.
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The following policy statements guide student use.
Student use of the Computer/Internet will be tied to classroom assignments or an approved
teacher study. This use gets top priority. Fairview Alternative High School does not offer
student's access to the Internet for recreational browsing or "surfing the net." Sites such as,
but not limited to Twitter, Facebook, EBAY, etc., are prohibited. Access is supervised at all
times.
Students wanting to use the Computer/Internet outside of class, such as; before school or
after class is completed, must have a teacher supervise them.
Students may not download music on the computer, login into any music sites or use the
CD player for listening to personal CD’s.
Students may not join a list serve or go on a chat line using the school’s internet access.
Students may not make purchases or request materials with the school’s internet access.
Applications and files are not to be downloaded unless students are specifically directed to
do so by an instructor.
When using school computers, students may not access files belonging to any other user,
add programs to the computer or change any default settings on the computer.
When interacting on the Internet through a class supported activity, students may not use or
send inappropriate, obscene, threatening or inflammatory messages to anyone at any
time.
Certain materials available on the Internet are inherently inappropriate for student use;
students must not access inappropriate materials for any reason. Appropriate sites are
considered sites pre-approved by the teacher.
Students may not have any food or beverage at the computer.
Students having a problem with their computers must see the classroom teacher.
Contacting Teachers. Should you wish to contact one of your child’s teachers, call the school
office at (651) 604-3800 and leave a phone number and the time you can be reached. You may
also contact any staff member via email. Email addresses for staff members are located on page
2 of this handbook or on the school website. The teacher will return your call/email at his/her
earliest availability.
Emergencies. Students who become ill or injured during school are to report the ailment to their
teacher. If the illness or injury is prolonged or severe, school personnel will attempt to contact
parents/guardians. If a student must go home, the parent/guardian is to make arrangements to
pick up the student and have a place for him/her to go.
Fairview Community Center. FAHS is one member of the Fairview Community. We will be sharing
common grounds with all members of the Roseville area. It’s important to respect all members of
that community. Students are allowed in our own areas of the building. Students should remain
on the 2 nd floor of the building, except when they have permission from a staff member, during
lunch, and after school. If a student leaves the FAHS designated areas, they will be asked to leave
the building for the rest of the school day.
Field Trips. Field trips and other school-sponsored trips are considered to be extensions of the
school. All school rules and regulations are to be followed and will be enforced. Students are
required to travel to and from the field trip on school district provided transportation. Past
infractions of FAHS/District policies and/or lack of attendance/earning credits may be cause for
students to not be allowed to participate in field trips.
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Fire. Don’t panic! When the fire alarm sounds, all persons in the building must evacuate the
premises. The students and staff should be at least 100 feet from the building. All classroom and
office doors are to be closed. When leaving the building, the teacher will lead the class out the
nearest and safest exit. The teacher should make sure that all students have left the building. The
teachers and students may return to the building when the all clear is given.
Forgery. Falsifying signatures or data, forging notes, etc.
Gambling. Any participation in events or games of chance which involved the exchange of
money, odds, or services. Playing cards, dice or other games which may be interpreted as
gambling, even if no money is visible, are prohibited.
Gang related activity. For the purposes of this policy, a "gang" is defined as any group or
association of three or more persons, whether formal or informal, which encourages, solicits,
promotes, urges, counsels, furthers, advocates, condones, assists, causes, advises, procures, or
abets any illegal or disruptive activity or behavior of any kind, whether on or off school campuses
or school property. Clothing that can imply gang membership is not permitted.
No student shall:
Display or wear gang tattoos, articles, paraphernalia, or clothing.
Wear bandanas, rolled up pants, chains & spiked jewelry are also not permitted.
Threaten to commit, or actually commit, any crime of violence or to burn or damage
property with the purpose of terrorizing another or of causing the evacuation of a
building, place of assembly, school bus, or other school facility or otherwise causing
disruption to the orderly operation of any activity on any school campus or school
property, or in reckless disregard of the risk of causing such terror or disruption.
Recruit or solicit membership in any gang or gang-related organization.
Hold himself or herself out as a member of a gang.
The appropriate school officials reserve the right to punish any other gang-related
behavior, which is subversive to good order and discipline in the schools, even though
such behavior is not specified in the preceding written rules.
Graduation Requirements. FAHS students need to fulfill the credit requirements of the Roseville
Area School District. An advisor will help each student choose appropriate courses and ensure
that all required courses are completed. However, the ultimate responsibility for completion of
graduation requirements rests with the student and parent. Questions or problems should be
referred to an administrator. Graduates of FAHS will earn a Roseville Area Schools diploma at
graduation.
Hats. Any form of headwear, unless related to a specific religious belief, will not be allowed in any
FAHS classroom. If a student brings a hat into the building, they must put it in their locker or in the
office for the remainder of the school day. For no reason will headwear be allowed in the
classroom.
Insubordination. Students have the responsibility to identify themselves when asked by a school
staff member or employee. Failure to do so, fleeing, or giving a false name will be considered
insubordination and subject to disciplinary action.
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Intervention: When a student is first enrolled at the Fairview Alternative High School, he/she will
create a Continuous Learning Plan. The Continuous Learning Plan will be updated on a regular
basis. If a student fails to meet their expectations, the advisor working with that student will create
a success plan to help him/her succeed. The usual reasons a student fails to meet his/her
Continuous Learning Plan are lack of earning credits, excess absences, and/or a record of
inappropriate behavior/language/attitude.
Liability for Personal Materials. Neither FAHS nor the School District shall be responsible for the loss
of any personal items of students. Should any theft occur, please notify the Assistant Program
Coordinator in the main office.
Lockers. Lockers are provided for students’ convenience to keep books and other property
needed at school. They should be kept neat and clean. Students are not to change lockers
without permission from the FAHS office. Students should not leave money or valuables in lockers.
Any damage to the lockers should be reported to a teacher or principal. We request that students
not place stickers on the inside or outside of lockers as they are difficult to remove. Writing on the
lockers will be considered vandalism. The lockers are the property of the school district and the
administration has the right to search the lockers at any time.
Messages. Messages for students may be left in the FAHS office. Emergency messages will first be
given to an administrator then be delivered to students. Students should not be contacted in class
without permission to avoid disrupting the class session.
Military Recruiters. The Recruiters for the military service are given the names, addresses, and
phone number of high school students. Names, addresses and phone number are not given to
any other organization or commercial enterprise. Students who do not wish to have their address
given to military recruiters should notify the administration in writing by September 15 of the current
school year.
Nusiance Devices. Electronic devices, such as radios, MP3 Players, headsets, lighters, iPods, laser
pointers, and electronic games are prohibited during the school day unless used as part of a
school activity. Students are not allowed to use any device to watch movies/TV shows during
school hours. See Appendix D for Acceptable Use Policy for Headphones
Parking. Students will be given the opportunity to drive their cars to FAHS. Parking is not a right, it’s
a privilege. Students may lose the right to park here based on attendance, behavior, etc.
Passes. Students will receive a punch pass at the beginning of every three weeks. This punch card
should be kept with them at all times as this is how a student can use the restroom, go to the
vending machine, use the phone in another room, etc. Students should only use their own pass
and have 5 passes each day. A teacher has the right to say no to a request to leave the
classroom during instruction or during work time.
Photographs. Any photographic or movie image taken of a teacher or other student during the
instructional day without the consent of the individual(s) will result in disciplinary action. Any
photographic or movie image taken of a teacher or other students during the instructional day
cannot be published or posted on a public forum (youtube, myspace, facebook, etc.) without the
written consent of each individual. Any violation will result in disciplinary action.
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Profanity/Obscenity. Written or verbal profanity, obscene and/or offensive gestures, signs, pictures,
publications will result in disciplinary action.
School Safety. School needs to be safe, orderly, and conducive to teaching and learning. School
is a public place and all the laws, social norms, and common sense rules of public behavior apply
on school property. Roseville Area Schools takes a decisive stand on aggressive behavior and on
the possession, storage, transmission and/or use of weapons or look-alike weapons. School
administration may recommend expulsion if a student is involved with a weapon or look-alike
weapon. Any student observing a dangerous, harmful, threatening, suspicious or frightening
situation should report it to an adult immediately. We are all responsible for a safe and orderly
school.
Search & Seizure. School officials may, without a search warrant, search the person and/or
personal possessions based on reasonable suspicion. The search will be reasonable in its scope
and intrusiveness. A search of a person shall be conducted in privacy by a school official. A
second school official shall be present as an observer during the search whenever feasible.
If a search yields contraband, school officials will seize the item and where appropriate, turn it over
to legal authorities for ultimate disposition.
A student found to have violated this policy and/or the directives and guidelines implementing it
shall be subject to discipline in accordance with the school district’s Code of Conduct, discipline
may include suspension, exclusion, or expulsion, and the student may, when appropriate, be
referred to legal authorities.
Signs, Posters, and Literature: Any sign, poster or literature that is to be displayed or distributed in
the school building or grounds requires the prior approval of the Principal. Information and spelling
should be double-checked. In general, public school buildings may not be used to advertise
commercial activities or products. Only signs, posters, literature will be approved for
posting/distribution that are directly related to FAHS programming.
Student Conduct. The school staff and parents/guardians share the responsibility of helping
children behave appropriately in a school environment where children have rights and
responsibilities. The staff will help students learn to follow rules of proper conduct and safety.
Student self-discipline is a main goal of discipline procedures in the school district. Another goal is
to foster communication between the school staff and parents/guardians to help students behave
properly.
The purpose of discipline procedures is to provide a positive learning environment for our schools.
A positive learning environment requires students to abide by the established rules and guidelines.
The type and level of behavior expected of students during instructional times is also expected
during other school-related activities such as field trips, work experience, and service learning
projects.
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Student Dress. Fairview Alternative High School believes that appropriate dress and grooming are
important. Most clothing is acceptable for school wear as long as it does not jeopardize anyone’s
health or safety, does not disrupt the educational process, or does not create school disorder.
Although no dress code can address all styles of attire, proper school dress that is in good taste is
required at all times. Disruption is defined as causing others to feel uncomfortable or threatened in
our public setting.
The following are some examples of attire considered to be unacceptable for students while
attending FAHS.
Clothing that does not cover the midriff and chest (bottom of top should meet the
top of bottom), extremely short skirts and shorts, clothing that does not cover
undergarments, are all examples of dress that create a distracting environment.
o Examples: strapless dresses, halter tops, backless blouses,
Clothing that includes words or pictures that are obscene, vulgar, and sexually
explicit, convey sexual innuendo, abuse or discrimination, or which promotes or
advertises alcohol, chemicals, tobacco or any other product that is illegal for use by
minors.
Sunglasses and hats
Clothing, flags, emblems, painted faces or any other items that violate any district
policy cannot be worn or displayed.
Gang-related activities that are disruptive to the school environment, which
include the display of any apparel, jewelry, accessory, or tattoo, by virtue of
its color, arrangement, trademark, or any other attribute, denotes
membership in a gang that advocates illegal or disruptive behavior.
If there is doubt about a particular item of apparel, the student should contact a school
administrator for a decision prior to wearing the clothing to school.
Consequences
Students who are improperly dressed will have the opportunity to change, trade, or wear a
school t-shirt, or remain in the office until a parent brings in more appropriate clothing. If
students refuse to change their clothing, they will be considered insubordinate.
Tardy Policy. It has been shown that good attendance will lead to more credit earned. It is
expected that if a student is tardy, he/she will enter the room quietly and sign in the classroom
tardy notebook. When the teacher is available, he/she will have a conversation with the student
about the information that the student missed.
If a student has 3 tardies in a grading term in one class, the classroom teacher will complete a
referral form that will go to the administration. If a student is 10 or more minutes late to class, the
classroom teacher will automatically write a referral for truancy and administrative action will take
place.
Testing. Students at FAHS are required to participate in a number of tests throughout the school
year. Students not participating in these tests or causing disruptions will receive disciplinary action.
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Theft. (Possession of property which does not belong to the holder without permission of the
owner.) Students participating in theft will receive disciplinary action and possible police
intervention. Students who find property that does not belong to them should turn the property
into the front desk immediately. Do not leave your valuables unattended.
Tobacco Use and Possession. FAHS is considered a tobacco free zone. Smoking, chewing, or the
possession of tobacco products on school grounds, within sight of the school grounds, in the
school buildings, or while on school activities is prohibited. School rules apply in all areas within 300
feet or one city block of school boundaries. Students violating this policy are subject to disciplinary
action.
Trespassing. (Presence at any school or District location without permission of school personnelany
student on suspension who goes to a school or District location without permission.)
Students who refuse the request by a FAHS staff member to leave Fairview Community Center
property will be subject to trespassing charges from the Roseville Police Department.
Vandalism. Vandalism is the damage or destruction of school property or the property of others. A
student found to be involved in an act of vandalism will be expected to pay restitution and will be
subject to disciplinary action and/or a referral to the police.
Video Monitoring. For the safety of the students and staff at FAHS and Fairview Community Center,
video-monitoring equipment has been installed inside and outside the building. The cameras are
recording 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. In some cases, the recordings will be used to review
incidents that took place in the building and/or on school property. If the situation warrants, the
police will be contacted to review the video recordings. Only the FAHS administration has access
to the video monitoring equipment.
Visitors. All visitors must report to the main office to check in.
1. No person other than staff and students of the FAHS, school district employees or
authorized agents of this school district are permitted to be in any classroom in the building
or on campus unless written permission to do so has been retained from the principal.
2. Such written permission is required ahead of the date requested.
3. Students will not be allowed to bring a friend or relative (Other than parent/guardian) to
school as a visitor. Parents are encouraged to visit the school.
Unauthorized Areas of the Building. Students are required to stay in the FAHS assigned spaces in
the Fairview Community Center. All of our classrooms, with the exception of Physical Education,
are now located in the main building. There is no need for a student to be in the east wing of the
building. If a student is found in an unauthorized area, that student will be asked to leave for the
remainder of the school day.
Verbal Threats. Fighting in school will result in immediate suspension. Severe verbal
aggression/threats or physical aggression/threats may result in suspension or expulsion from FAHS.
Weapons Use and Possession. Minnesota schools are weapon-free zones. Recent laws allow
severe penalties for anyone caught possessing or using a dangerous weapon within one city block
or 300 feet of any Minnesota school or school bus carrying students.
Students and non-students, including adults and visiting youths, are forbidden to possess, store,
transmit, or use any instrument that is considered a weapon or a look-alike weapon in school, on
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school grounds, at school activities, at bus stops, on school buses or school vehicles or school
contracted vehicles, or entering upon or departing from school premises, property or events.
Students are expected to report harmful, threatening or suspicious situations to an adult
immediately. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.
A student who finds a weapon on the way to school or in the school building and immediately
takes the weapon to any staff member or to the main office will not be considered in possession of
a weapon.
Students are forbidden knowingly and voluntarily to possess, handle, transmit, or use any
instrument in school or on school grounds (or during school activity) that is ordinarily or generally
considered a weapon. An object which could be used to injure another person and which has no
school related purpose for being in school or on school grounds will be considered a weapon for
the purpose of this policy.
The following are examples of instruments ordinarily or generally considered weapons: knives,
guns, lead pipes, chains, chuck sticks, throwing stars, darts, metal knuckles, blackjacks,
unauthorized tools, explosives, or other chemicals and “look-a-likes”.
A student who brings a weapon to school may be expelled for a period of up to one calendar
year. Violation of this policy shall be in accordance with local district policy and/or the Gun Free
Schools Act of 1994. The principal, under appropriate circumstances, may recommend and the
board may impose a lesser penalty. Police will be contacted when there is a suspected violation
of criminal laws concerning weapons.
Students who have been found guilty on a weapons charge that occurred outside of the schools
may also be subject to suspension and/or expulsion proceedings.
Weather Related School Closing. Announcements regarding school closing due to inclement
weather and/or hazardous conditions will be announced on WCCO radio (830 AM). The district
will make a decision to close the schools by 6:30 AM and pass this information on to WCCO at that
time. Be sure to listen to WCCO for an announcement on days when the weather is not good.
Work Experience Program. The Work Experience Program is for junior and seniors who need to gain
work skills and/or to explore careers. The Work Experience Program works closely with local
businesses and the federal Jobs and Training Program. Training Agreements and Training Plans
must be signed and abided by in order for students to gain academic credit.
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CONSEQUENCES/DISCIPLINARY ACTION
The school has developed consequences for those who show inappropriate or disruptive behavior.
These consequences are assigned in an effort to correct or change behavior that is not
acceptable. Disciplinary action may include, but is not limited to: meeting with the
teacher/counselor/administrator, behavioral contracts, loss of school privileges, parent
conference with school staff, modified school program, referral to school support services, referral
to legal system, restitution, suspension from class, probation, out-of-school suspension, exclusion, or
expulsion.
Behavior Referral – teachers complete a referral if a student is not meeting classroom and/or
school expectations. The student will complete a reflection and then will process with a staff
member. If returning to class is an option, the student will be escorted back to class. See
Appendix F for a copy of the referral and reflection.
Administrative Dismissal - students are requested to leave the building. The student will be required
to make up any work missed.
Suspension - students are removed from school and may not participate in or attend any school
functions during the suspension. A parent conference is required for re-admittance to school.
Termination of enrollment from FAHS – The Fairview Alternative High School is a school of choice.
Students in violation of District 623 policies and/or FAHS policies may have their enrollment
terminated from Fairview Alternative High School.
Suspension, exclusion, and expulsion are governed by The Pupil Fair Dismissal Act. For a complete
copy of The Pupil Fair Dismissal Act, see Appendix A.
Disciplines Guidelines. Acts which cause substantial disruption and/or conduct which reflects
negatively on the school can result in suspension from FAHS.
With matters of discipline, teachers take the first steps in correcting inappropriate behaviors.
If these steps are ineffective and inappropriate behavior continues, consequences progress.
A referral to the office is written and the student can be sent to the office to remove him/her from
the learning environment. If a student is removed from a class or sent to the office, the student will
complete a reflection sheet and will then process with an available staff member to determine
whether or not the student can return to the classroom for instruction. (See Appendix F for a copy
of the referral and reflection sheet)
If the behavior is a high level offense, the student will complete the reflection sheet and will then
process with an administrator before returning to class at an appropriate time.
In cases where the student conduct violates school/district policies or expectations, parents will be
notified in order to work together to resolve the issue.
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A primary goal is to maintain a physically and emotionally safe learning environment for everyone
at FAHS. The ultimate goal is the development of responsible, respectful, and self-directed
behavior.
The following is a list of acts committed for the purpose of causing substantial and/or material
disruption or conduct which reflects negatively upon the school. Any one of these acts or
conducts can result in suspension from FAHS.
Disrupting the educational process through disrespect, defiance, misbehavior, class
disruption or willful absence from class(es).
Disrupting the educational process by verbal or physical, assault, or abuse of any student or
school personnel.
Stealing, destroying, or defacing school property or the private property of others while
under the jurisdiction of school authorities.
Using profanity, vulgarity, inappropriate conduct, or displaying incorrigible conduct while
under the jurisdiction of school authorities.
Endangering other students through careless or reckless driving on or around school
property.
Endangering school personnel or other students through food tampering.
Possessing, using, transmitting, or being under the influence of any narcotic drug,
hallucinogenic drug, beverage, or intoxicant of any kind on school property, on property
adjacent to school property, within eyesight of school property, or at school functions held
on school property or at other locations.
Possessing, using, or transmitting drug paraphernalia.
Repeatedly failing to comply with directions of all school district teachers or other
authorized school personnel.
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STUDENT INFORMATION
Guidance and Counseling Services
Fairview Alternative High School has the following staff members in the building at various times
during the school day.
• Counselors
• Psychologist
• Social Worker
• Registered Nurse
• Chemical Health Counselor
• Cultural Liasions
The following services are available to students:
1. Opportunities to evaluate aptitudes, interests, values, and personality traits in relation to
career exploration and human interaction.
2. Printed information on scholarship possibilities, college and trade school testing dates and
other pertinent educational/vocational information.
3. Assistance in improving learning techniques.
4. Help with personal problems or concerns regarding such things as relationships with
teachers, friends, family, school, and with chemical use.
5. A career resource room that has educational-vocational information and occasionally
invites representatives from various job clusters and educational institutions for students to
talk with.
6. Assistance for students and parents in selecting appropriate courses.
Immunization Requirements
According to Minnesota Statute "The Minnesota Immunization Law," no person may be allowed to
enroll or remain enrolled in any secondary school until that person has submitted to the school a
statement verifying the person has been immunized against red measles, rubella, diphtheria,
tetanus, polio and mumps.
Insurance
Student accident insurance and student dental insurance plan will be available. Information and
application forms will be issued during the first weeks of each school year.
Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast and Lunch is served in the cafeteria. Listed below are the breakfast, lunch and milk
prices:
Secondary Breakfast $1.90
Secondary Lunch $2.75
Secondary Reduced Lunch $ .40
Milk (students and adults) $ .50
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Conduct in the Cafeteria
The right of the student to eat in the cafeteria is coupled with the responsibility of keeping the area
presentable for others. Food throwing and other disrespectful conduct may result in suspension
from the lunchroom and up to expulsion from school. Each student is responsible for busing his/her
dishes. Students are to remain in the commons area during the 26-minute lunch time.
Electronic Lunch Money
Students deposit money into their individual accounts and the system will automatically deduct
money from their accounts after each purchase. The way this process works is as follows:
1. Money is deposited into the student's account.
2. Student memorizes his/her account number. This number will be given to the student
when they enroll and begin at FAHS.
3. The student enters his/her account number into the key pad located at the checkout
area.
4. The student receives a lunch in the school cafeteria.
5. Student states his/her name to the cashier.
6. Cost of lunch will automatically be deducted from the student's account. Account
information is available upon request at this time.
The student must have money in their account to purchase a lunch.
Checks should be made out to Roseville Area Schools and include the student’s name and
account number on the check.
Free and reduced lunch forms are available in the office.
Medication
Medications taken at school, prescribed by a physician, or over-the-counter, must be
accompanied by a Medication Permission Form (see Appendix B) that is signed by a parent (and
the physician for prescription medications). For the protection of our students, all medication will
be stored in the School Health office. The exception to this are Epi-pen and inhalers with
authorization from doctor, school nurse and parent. All medication must come to school in a
pharmacy-labeled bottle or the original container.
The prescription label for the school must include:
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student's name,
medication name and dosage,
time of day to be given, and
doctor's name.
Most pharmacies, when asked, will provide an extra container to be kept at school.
Prom/Dances
A student may be allowed to attend dances at his/her home high school. Check with home high
school for more information.
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STUDENT RIGHTS
Age of Majority Rights for Students Who Are Age 18
Regardless of age, the student must follow all school rules.
According to Minnesota Statutes, once a student reaches the age of 18, they attain age of
majority status. When the student reaches age 18, many of those rights previously granted to the
parent/guardian are automatically the rights of the student. For example, students who are age
18 may write their own excuses, have access to their school records, and have correspondence
relative to school business mailed directly to them.
The parent/guardian of a student who is age 18 or over may access educational data about the
student if the parent/guardian provides evidence to the school that the student is a “dependent
student” under the Internal Revenue Code.
Child Abuse Policy
Minnesota Statute Section 626.556, Subd. 3 - "A professional or his delegate, who is engaged in the
practice of education, who has knowledge or reasonable cause to believe a child is being
neglected or physically or sexually abused, shall immediately report the information to the
appropriate agency.
Recognizing the relationship that exists between successful school experiences and good physical,
mental and emotional health of children, it is the policy of Roseville Area Schools to protect
children by requiring the reporting of suspected physical abuse, sexual abuse, or conditions of
neglect involving minor children whether occurring in the home, school, or community.
Harassment
Harassment of any nature will not be tolerated. The FAHS staff especially focuses on eliminating
racial, religious and sexual harassment.
Religious and Racial Harassment and Violence
Religious/Racial harassment is defined as being any comment, gesture, joke, language or
behavior, displayed in any manner that draws attention to religious, racial or cultural
differences in a demeaning, disrespectful or offensive manner. Any occurrence of
religious/racial harassment should be reported directly to a school official (teacher,
counselor, or administrator). Once reported, the administration will investigate the
complaint and an appropriate course of disciplinary action will be taken. Consequences
for racial harassment may include; warning, parent conference, sensitivity training,
suspension, completion of a harassment packet, and/or victim involvement.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment consists of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, sexually
motivated physical contact or other verbal or physical conduct or communication of a sexual
nature.
Guideline for Behavior:
• To know the difference between behavior that is okay and behavior that constitutes
sexual harassment, remember these guidelines:
• Be aware of the difference between the intent of your behavior and the impact of your
behavior.
• Be sure that there is equal initiation and participation when you interact with others.
• Treat people as they would like to be treated, not as you think they would like to be
treated.
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Appendix A
The Pupil Fair Dismissal Act
Sections 121A.40 TO 121A.56
121A.41 Definitions
Subd. 2.
"Dismissal" means the denial of the appropriate educational program to any pupil, including exclusion, expulsion and
suspension.
Subd. 4.
"Exclusion" means an action taken by the school board to prevent enrollment or re-enrollment of a pupil for a period
that shall not extend beyond the school year.
Subd. 5.
"Expulsion" means an action taken by a school board to prohibit an enrolled pupil from further attendance for a period
that shall not extend beyond the school year.
Subd. 10.
"Suspension" means an action taken by the school administration, under rules promulgated by the school board,
prohibiting a pupil from attending school for a period of no more than ten school days. This definition does not apply
to dismissal from school for one school day or less. Each suspension action shall include a re-admission plan. The readmission
plan shall include, where appropriate, a provision for alternative programs to be implemented upon readmission.
Suspension may not be consecutively imposed against the same pupil for the
same course of conduct, or incident of misconduct, except where the pupil will create an immediate and substantial
danger to persons or property around him or her. In no event shall suspension exceed 15 school days, provided that an
alternative program shall be implemented to the extent that suspension exceeds five days.
121A.42 Policy
No public school shall deny due process or equal protection of the law to any public school pupil involved in a
dismissal proceeding which may result in suspension, exclusion or expulsion.
121A.45 Grounds for dismissal
Subd. 1.
No school shall dismiss any pupil without attempting to provide alternative programs of education prior to dismissal
proceedings except where it appears that the pupil will create an immediate and substantial danger to himself or to
persons or personal property around him.
Such programs may include special tutoring, modification of the curriculum for the pupil, placement in a special class
or assistance from other agencies.
Subd. 2.
A pupil may be dismissed on the following grounds:
a. Willful violation of any reasonable school board regulation. Such regulation must be clear and definite to provide
notice to pupils that they may conform their conduct to its requirements;
b. Willful conduct that significantly disrupts the rights of others to an education, or the ability of school personnel to
perform their duties, or school sponsored extracurricular activities; or
c. Willful conduct that endangers the pupil or other pupils, or surrounding persons, including school district
employees, or property of the school.
121A.46 Suspension Procedures
Subd. 1.
No suspension from school shall be imposed without an informal administrative conference with the pupil, except
where it appears that the pupil will create an immediate and substantial danger to himself or to persons or property
around him.
Subd. 3.
A written notice containing the grounds for suspension, a brief statement of the facts, a description of the testimony, a
re-admission plan, and a copy of sections 121A.40 to 121A.56, shall be personally served upon the pupil at or before
the time the suspension is to take effect, and upon his parent or guardian within 48 hours of the conference. In the
event a pupil is suspended without an informal administrative conference on the grounds that the pupil will create an
immediate and substantial danger to persons or property around him, the written notice
shall be served upon the pupil and his parent or guardian within 48 hours of the suspension. Service by mail is
complete upon mailing.
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Subd. 4.
Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision 1 and 3, the pupil may be suspended pending the school board's
decision in the expulsion or exclusion hearing; provided that an alternative program shall be implemented to the extent
that suspension exceeds five days.
121A.47 Exclusions and expulsion procedures
Subd. 1.
No exclusion or expulsion shall be imposed without a hearing unless the right to a hearing is waived in writing by the
pupil and parent or guardian. The action shall be initiated by the school board or its agent.
Subd. 2.
Written notice of intent to take action shall:
1. Be served upon the pupil and his parent or guardian by mail;
2. Contain a complete statement of the facts, a list of the witnesses and a description of their testimony;
3. State the date, time, and place of the hearing;
4. Be accompanied by a copy of sections 121A.40 to 121A.56;
5. Describe alternative educational programs accorded the pupil prior to commencement of the expulsion or
exclusion proceedings; and
6. Inform the pupil and parent or guardian of the right to:
a. Have legal counsel at the hearing;
b. Examine the pupil's records before the hearing;
c. Present evidence; and
d. Confront and cross-examine all witnesses.
Subd. 3.
The hearing shall be scheduled within ten days of the service of the written notice unless an extension, not to exceed
five days, is requested for good cause by the school board, pupil, parent or guardian.
Subd. 4.
The hearing shall be at a time and place reasonably convenient to pupil, parent or guardian.
Subd. 5.
The hearing shall be closed unless the pupil, parent or guardian requests an open hearing.
Subd. 6.
The hearing shall take place before:
7. An independent hearing officer;
8. A member of the school board;
9. A committee of the school board, or;
10. The full school board: as determined by the school board.
Subd. 7.
The School Board shall record the hearing proceedings at district’s expense, and a party may obtain a transcript at its
own expense. Testimony shall be given under oath. The hearing officer or a member of the school board shall have the
power to issue subpoenas and administer oaths.
Subd. 8.
At a reasonable time prior to the hearing, the pupil, parent or guardian, or his representative, shall be given access to
all public school system records pertaining to the pupil, including any tests or reports upon which the proposed action
may be based.
Subd. 9.
The pupil, parent or guardian, or representative, shall have the right to compel the attendance of any official employee
or agent of the public school system any public employee or any other person who may have evidence upon which the
proposed action may be based, and to confront and to cross-examine any witness testifying for the public school
system.
Subd. 10.
The pupil, parent or guardian, or his representative, shall have the right to present evidence and testimony, including
expert psychological or educational testimony.
Subd. 11.
The pupil cannot be compelled to testify in the dismissal proceedings.
Subd. 12.
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The recommendation of the hearing officer or school board member or committee shall be based solely upon
substantial evidence presented at the hearing and be made to the school board within two days of the end of the
hearing.
Subd. 13.
The decision by the school board shall be based upon the recommendation of the hearing officer or school board
member or committee and shall be rendered at a special meeting within five days after receipt of the recommendation.
The decision shall be in writing and the controlling facts found upon which the decision is made shall be stated in
sufficient detail to appraise the parties and the commissioner of education of the basis and reason for the decision. A
party to an exclusion or expulsion decision made under sections 121A.40 to 121A.56 may appeal the decision to the
commissioner of Minnesota Department of Education within 21 calendar days of school board action. The decision of
the school board must be implemented during the appeal to the commissioner. The commissioner’s decision shall be
final and binding upon the parties after the time for appeal expires under section 121A.50
121A.50 Judicial Review
The decision of the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Education made under sections 121A.40 to
121A.56 is subject to judicial review under sections 14.63 to 14.69. The decision of the commissioner is stayed
pending an appeal under this section.
121A.54 Notice of Right to be Reinstated
Whenever a pupil fails to return to school within ten school days of the termination of dismissal, the pupil and his
parents shall be informed by certified mail of the pupil's right to attend and to be reinstated in the public school.
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Appendix B
Roseville Area Schools
DISPENSATION OF MEDICATION
This procedure was developed to comply with School Board Policy JHCD, Dispensation of Medication, and state
mandates. It is designed to protect students, parents/guardians and school personnel.
For the protection of students:
• all medications (with some exceptions) will be stored in the school health office;
• medications dispensed in other programs and outside the normal school day should be stored in a secure
location in that program area;
• If there are concerns about a prescription or nonprescription medication the licensed school nurse
will contact the doctor and/or request a physician’s order for an over-the-counter medication;
• a new medication permission form is required each school year.
Procedure
1. Medication prescribed for more than two (2) weeks and which must be taken at school must have
this permission form signed by a physician or dentist and the parent/guardian.
2. Medication prescribed for less than two (2) weeks requires written permission from the
parent/guardian only.
3. Over-the-counter medication should have this permission form signed by the parent/guardian.
4. All medications should be in original containers labeled with the following:
a. Student’s name
b. Medication name
c. Strength of medication
d. Time of day to take medication
e. Doctor’s name
AUTHORIZATION FOR GIVING MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
Student Name ____________________________________ Birth Date ____________ Grade _______
Reason for giving medication__________________________________________________________
Name of Drug Dosage Time of Day Discontinuation Date
_____________________________________________
Signature of Doctor / Dentist
______________________
Doctor’s / Dentist’s Phone Number
I hereby authorize school personnel to give the above medication and contact the doctor with any questions.
______________________________________________ _____________________
Signature of Parent / Guardian
Date
___________________________________ ____________________________________
Work Phone Home Phone 04/2006
Appendix C
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Appendix C
Roseville Area Schools
Technology Acceptable Use Procedures (AUP) for Students
1. I understand many important educational resources are accessed using school technology.
2. I will use technology in schools for educational purposes only. The school has a right to
monitor my use of school technology.
3. I will use respectful language and behavior while using school technology.
4. I will be mindful of school resources by printing only what is absolutely necessary.
5. I will not give out personal information about myself or anyone else while using school
technology.
6. I will not look at, download, or communicate any material that is obscene, vulgar, sexually
explicit or offensive in terms of race, ethnicity, sex, or religion. I will tell a teacher if I come
across any information that is inappropriate or makes me feel uncomfortable.
7. I will never access, remove, change or harm another person’s files.
8. I will not use another person’s system or password.
9. I will follow all laws and school rules when I use school technology.
10. I will give credit when I use another’s work, whether it is from a book, the Internet, or
elsewhere.
11. I will use the Internet at school only with permission from a present, supervising adult.
12. I will be respectful of and responsible for all school technology I use, leaving it in good
working order, organized and ready for the next person.
Student: I have read and understand the AUP. I understand that violation of these guidelines is
unethical and disciplinary action will be taken if I do not follow them.
Name ______________________________________________ Date ___________________
Parents/Guardians can contact the school if they wish to restrict their student’s Internet access.
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Appendix D
Fairview Alternative High School
Acceptable Use Procedures for Headphones
Being that we are alternative leaders, we feel it could be helpful for us to be able to use our mp3 music
players during appropriate work times.
1. I understand my headphones and mp3s are to be put away at the beginning of class and while the
teacher is giving direct instruction.
2. I understand I may only listen to my mp3, iPod, and other music players during individual work time,
when given approval from teacher.
3. I understand I must use a respectful volume for the learning environment.
4. I understand I may not use my phone as my music player.
5. I understand that the use of the school computer is not appropriate to play music with the CD or
iTunes. Nothing will be plugged into the school’s computer.
6. I understand to keep my privilege I have to be using my work time responsibly.
7. I am responsible for my music player during the school hours. The school is not responsible for loss
or stolen equipment.
8. I understand that I will be the only one to use my headphones and mp3 players.
9. I understand that I need to bring my headphones and music players with me to class. I will not be
allowed to go to another room or my locker to get them.
10. I understand after being warned I could lose my privilege according to teacher’s disciplinary action.
Student: I have read and understand the Acceptable Use Procedures for Headphones. I understand that
violation of these guidelines is unethical and disciplinary action will be taken if I don not follow them. I will
ask my teacher any questions I have about acceptable use.
_________________________________
Student’s Signature
________________
Date
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Appendix E
Fairview Alternative High School Attendance Policy
Regular school attendance by students is linked to school success and academic achievement. School attendance is
mandatory in Minnesota, and parents and school officials have the duty to see that a child attends school (see MN Statute
127.20 and 127.19- Compulsory Attendance Law). Students are expected to be in school every day on time. According to
Minnesota law, a student with three or more days of unexcused absences, excessive number of absences, or chronic tardies is
defined as truant if the student is 12 years or older. We wish to work with parents and guardians so that their children have
consistent attendance.
Families are expected to contact the school to report a student’s reason for absence or tardiness because unverified absences
are unexcused. (Unverified means the school did not receive a call or note explaining the absence). The school administrator
has the right to determine the validity of the excuse.
Some acceptable reasons (excused) for being absent or tardy are:
1. Illness
2. Doctor’s visit or mental health appointment
3. Religious holiday
4. Extreme family emergencies (such as death in the family, house fire, etc.)
Some unacceptable reasons (unexcused) for being absent or tardy are:
1. Staying home to baby-sit
2. Oversleeping
3. Missed the bus
4. Cold weather
5. A child is needed at home
Roseville Area Schools has successfully worked with the Ramsey County Truancy Intervention Program (TIP) to improve
student attendance. Initially the school works directly with each family on improving attendance by either calling or writing
a letter to the parent / guardian, or trying various school based interventions. If improvements are not made, a referral is
made to TIP and a meeting is held with the parents, selected school staff, and the county attorney. The goal is to improve
school attendance and help your child be successful in school.
At FAHS, we care very much about our students’ academic success. In an effort to more closely monitor students’
attendance, the following policy is in place for students that are under 18 years of age:
1. We will continue to communicate via phone with parents regarding student absences.
2. After three unverified absences, a letter will be sent home to parents. Parent will be called to be informed of letter.
3. After four unverified absences, a second letter is sent home. The letter will include information on Ramsey County
Truancy Intervention Program (TIP). Parents will be called and a meeting with the school will be scheduled.
4. After a total of five unverified absences, the TIP process will be initiated. If this is a student’s first TIP referral,
this will begin with a referral to a TIP Parent Meeting. If a student has already been involved with the TIP
program, the case may be handled differently.
5. After a total of seven unverified absences, an additional parent meeting will be requested with school. An In School
Contract will be completed and school interventions to deal with attendance will be identified.
6. After nine total unverified absences, student is referred to TIP Student Attendance Review Team (SART).
7. Any additional absences, a request for truancy petition will be sent to Ramsey County Attorney’s Office.
If you have any questions regarding your child’s school attendance or the Ramsey County Truancy Intervention
Program, please feel free to call us at 651-604-3800.
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Appendix F
BEHAVIORS OF CONCERN – CLASSROOM REFERRALS
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Disruption of the FAHS Five – Student Reflection
Student Name: ____________________________________________________
Location:__________________________________________________________
Date: _____________________________________________________________
Time of Incident: ___________________________________________________
Describe in detail what lead to the referral. We want to hear your voice.
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Which of the FAHS Five does this relate to?
ATTEND WORK RESPECT RESTORE GROW
What could you have done differently?
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What would you like to do to move forward?
______________________________________________________________________________________
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Student Signature: _______________________________________ Date: _____________________
Administrator’s Signature: ________________________________ Date: ______________________
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