High School Student Handbook - South Milwaukee School District

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SKATEBOARDS AND SCOOTERS
Skateboards and scooters present an element of danger to drivers and
skateboard/scooter riders. They will not be permitted on school grounds (including
school parking lots). Students who violate this regulation are subject to disciplinary
action.
SMART PERIOD
Students may receive additional help from a teacher through a SMART period. This is a
30 minute period once per week when a teacher can request a student to come see
them during that teacher’s prep time. The student will be given a pass by the
requesting teacher.
SMOKING/IGNITION DEVICES
State law prohibits smoking on premises owned or rented by the School District of South
Milwaukee. The law applies to pupils and adults. This is also a violation of City Ordinance
24.03(B) and 24.24. State Law 48.983(2)(c) and City Ordinance 24.24 states that a minor
may not possess any cigarette or tobacco product.
The City of South Milwaukee Ordinance 1641 prohibits the sale and/or possession of
any ignition devices to/by a minor. Ignition devices are defined as matches, lighters, or
any other materials when used for the purpose of ignition.
STUDENT AIDES
Students may apply to work for various offices and teachers, performing a variety of duties.
These students must demonstrate responsible behavior. Those who do not meet
minimum eligibility requirements may be denied the privilege. Students interested in
becoming an aide should get a Permanent Pass Application from the Attendance Office.
Grades for assistants will be recorded on a Pass/No Credit basis and will not count in
determining grade point average. Students may earn a maximum of one-half (.50) credit
each school year (.25 credit each term) toward graduation.
STUDENT CONDUCT
District students shall act in such a fashion that their behavior will reflect favorably on the
individual student and on the school, show consideration for fellow students, and create a
harmonious school atmosphere. To accomplish this, each student must recognize
individual responsibilities and obligations and discharge them in accordance with school
regulations. Students are expected to abide by the conduct rules as outlined in the student
handbook, in the rules and regulations established by the building principal for each school
and by the Classroom Code of Conduct approved by the School Board of Education
(Policy 443, 443.1). High School students attending classes in the Middle School are
expected to follow all Middle School policies and procedures.
STUDENT EXPRESSION
School editors and writers must observe the same legal responsibilities as those imposed
upon conventional newspapers and the news media. For this reason, school journalists
must refrain from publication of material that is obscene, libelous, and disruptive or that
infringes upon the rights of others.
Without prior written permission of the administration, the following are prohibited:
1. Distribution, sale, or posting of any goods, written materials, or pictures.
2. Assemblies, meetings, or “demonstrations”.
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