Student Handbook - Hoosic Valley Central School

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Graduation Requirements 2
Student Class Loads and Schedules 2
Incomplete Policy 2-3
Report Cards and Honor Roll 3
Special Education Programs 3
Library 3-4
Technology Use 4, 43-45
STUDENT ASSISTANCE SERVICES
Guidance Counselors 4-5, 16
Guidance Department Office 5
College and Career Information 5
College Entrance Exams 5
Financial Aide 5
Counseling 5
Mediation Team 5-6
HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES
Health Office 6
Gun-Free, Drug-Free Schools 7-8
Security/School Safety 7
Emergency Procedures 8
SCHOOL HOURS AND ATTENDANCE
Attendance 8-10, 52, 56
Regular Times and Expectations 8
Special Circumstances 9
Excused and Unexcused Absences 9-10
CODE OF CONDUCT
Introduction and Information 11
Dignity for All Students Act 19-24
Reporting Bullying, Discrimination & Harassment 22-23
Student Dress Code 24-25
Prohibited Student Conduct 25-29
Disciplinary Penalties, Procedures and Referrals 29-36
Privileges 47-48
Student Parking and Driving on School Property 48-49
Senior Privileges and Student Employment 49
PROHIBITION
Weapons 7
Alcohol/Drugs 7-8
Smoking 8
Suspension Guidelines 49-50
SCHOOL PROPERTY
Textbooks, Lockers, etc 50-51
STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS
Organizations, Activities, and Athletics 51-53
ATHLETIC POLICY
Athletic Policy 54-58
SCHEDULES AND DIRECTORY
Bell Schedule 59
Directory 60
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