Waukesha West High School Student Handbook

Waukesha West High SchoolStudent HandbookPersonal InformationStudent Name:Grade:______________________________________________________________________

INDEXAcademic Honesty 22Acceptable Use of Technology 14Accidents & Injuries 23Athletic Code of Conduct 17-18Attendance 28-30Bus Transportation 11Calendar 5-6Career Center 10Career Cruising 10Closed Campus – Limited Open Lunch 23Clubs & School Activities 17Computer Labs 14Daily Schedule 7Detentions 32Discipline Consequences 32Disciplinary Code 30District Writing Expectations 15Dress & Grooming 24Early Dismissal 30Early Release Schedule 8Electronic Devices 26Exam Dates 8Exam Schedule 8Exams 8Excused Absences 28-29Family Vacations 30Financial Obligations 25Food/Drinks 26Freshman Transition Coordinator 10Grading Scale 7Graduation Requirements 10Guidance Counselors 4Guidance Department 9Hall Passes 25Health Room 12Library/Media Center 13-14Lockers 12Lost and Found 12Make-Up Work 32Medical (School Board Policy) 35National Honor Society 16-17

INDEXParking & Driving 26Police Ordinances & Fines 36Public Display of Affection 26Refunds 25Schedule Changes 9School Activities & Clubs 17School Board Policies 33-36School Resource Officer 11Security Cameras 27Social Worker 11Sports/Coaches 21Staff Directory 2-4Student Assistant Program 11Student Expectations/General Procedures 22-27Student IDs 12Student Responsibilities 30-31Student Services 11-12Study Hall 25Study Hall Release 23Suspension/Out-Of-School 32Tardiness 29Visitors 27WIAA Spectator Behavior Expectations 19-20Welcome 1Writing Center 14

OUR MESSAGE TO WEST STUDENTSThe entire West High School staff welcomes you to the 2007-2008 school year.This will be a very successful year for all of us. We will continue to provideopportunities for all students to achieve excellence. Your teachers will supportyour achievement and create a positive learning environment. Our mission willbecome a reality.VISION STATEMENTWaukesha West High School, participating with parents and the community, shallfoster a school of competent learners by expecting excellence in teaching andlearning, that recognizes the role of the humanities and the arts, in providing arigorous and relevant curriculum, and which prepares all students to function aseffective citizens in an increasingly diverse and competitive global environment.WEST HIGH SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT“To Challenge Minds, Foster Compassion, and Pursue Excellence”As you begin the year, take time to set goals outlining your plan for success. TheWest High School academic and elective programs are designed to prepare youfor your future. It is important that you seize the opportunity to explore and learnas much as you can throughout the school year. Challenge yourself to achieveyour goals. Involvement in extra-curricular activities will support your academicsuccess.We need your support in creating a positive learning environment for all. Carefullyreview and discuss the expectations outlined in this handbook with your parents.Use this handbook as a resource, an assignment notebook and for hall passes.Have a Great Year,West Administrative TeamDouglas StrausJessica WagnerPrincipalAssistant Principal for262-970-3910 Activities & Athletics262-970-3911Michelle FerrisMitch WeberAssistant PrincipalAssistant Principal262-970-3912 262-970-39131

WEST STAFF DIRECTORYTEACHER DEPARTMENT EXT.Ajack, Tom Music 4006Anderson, Jill Social Studies 4239Anderson, Mark Social Studies 4072Antoni, Rose Foreign Language 4106Atkinson, Cathy Social Studies 4093Baalke, Mark Physical Ed 4019Balzer, Gerry Science 4229Barker, Jenna Special Ed 4065Barry, Jane Guidance 3927Bayer, Lindsay Foreign LanguageBeck, Chris English 4076Becker, Connie Science 4233Behnke, Todd Tech Ed 4146Biel, Terry Tech Ed 4138Bloede, Rick Tech EdDobyns, Trudy Foreign LanguageBowe-Wielgus, Deb Foreign Language 4104Assistant Principal 3913Daubenmier, Linda Special Ed 4238Dellis, Caryl Business 4008Diekfuss, Patti Mathematics 4196Donaldson, Tammy Special Ed (H.I.) 4083Duffy, Dan Music 4005Falter, Michelle English 4164Ferris, Michelle Assistant Principal 3912Foley, Brian Mathematics 4198Fonstad, Mary TRY 4056Fox, Bryan Business 4009Gilmore, Stephanie EnglishGiunta, Ellen Special Ed 4211Grams, Mike Mathematics 4201Grosh, Ed Science 4226Grunske, Mark Social Studies 3942Haack, Lindsey Foreign Language 4108Hammes, Mary Kay Social Studies 4088Hannon, Tim Science 4068Heagle, Diana English/Drama 4128Henning, Gail Special Ed 4510Hoeft, Edie F&CS 41182

WEST STAFF DIRECTORYTEACHER DEPARTMENT EXT.Jenna, Joe Special Ed 4212Jonas, Fred English 4161Johannes, Marc Tech Ed 4137Johnson, Kerry Tech EdJurisch, Angela Foreign Language 4109Kaminski, Nicole Science 4232Krueger, Nadine FACS 4011Kugler, Douglas Tech EdKujawa-Byrne, Deb Physical Ed 4016Kumlien, Kent Mathematics 4194Kutcher, Steve Social Studies 4084Land, Nicole EnglishLange, Amy Business 4051Laveau, Ginger Business 4052Leavitt, Erin FACS 4118Loose, Peter Art 4135Maederer, Tricia Science 4228Mani, Mark Physical Ed 4360Millard, Carl Social Studies 4092Moran, Paul Art 4135Mueller, Matt Music 4124Mueller, Mike English 4166Murphy, Megan Math 4203Ortega, Emily Math 4197Reel, Stacy Guidance 3929Rettler, Lisa Foreign Language 4107Rice, Kevin SRO 3935Rux, Steve Social Studies 4089Schaefer, Tom Science 4227Shanklin, Jim Mathematics 4195Simcakowski, Dan Science 4066Slauson, Rebecca Math 42033

WEST STAFF DIRECTORYTEACHER DEPARTMENT EXT.Stardy, Mary Foreign Language 3959Stein, Duane English 4172Stewart, Naomi Media Center 3907Straus, Douglas Principal 3910Swartz, Kathleen F&CS 4010Uribe, Penni EnglishVan Keuren, Dale Social Studies 4091Velasco-Hoeft, Virginia Foreign Language 4105Vlasis, Maddie English 4162Wagner, Jessica English 4169Weatherly, Rick English 4173Weber, Andrew Tech EdWeber, Mitch Assistant Principal 3913Weyrauch, Jo Guidance 3928Willis, Bob Science 4224Wisniewski, James Special Ed 3950Wrobel, Shawn Art 4133Yanzer, Robin Special Ed 4064GUIDANCE COUNSELORSA - L Jo Weyrauch 970-3928M - Z Jane Barry 970-3927Guidance Specialist Stacy Reel 970-3929SUPPORT STAFFAbraham, Teri Athletic Secretary 3919Bralick, Nancy Computer Aide 4175Dominick, LeeAnn AP Secretary 3918Duffy, Christine Principal Secretary 3905Fecht, Mary Beth Office Aide 3909Friedewald, Ken SecurityGrimm, Bea Guidance Aide 3932Hunter, Cindy Health Room 3915Krueger, Kathy Media Secretary 3908Maas, Vicki Guidance Secretary 3931Michalsky, Dave Head Custodian 4040Mundschau, Sue Office Aide 3909Salminen, JoAnna Attendance Secretary 39034

SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR 2007 / 2008Aug 13 Registration (A-H 8:00 am - 12:00 pm)Registration (I-R 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm)Aug 14 Registration (S-Z 8:00 am - 12:00 pm)Registration (Make-up 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm)Aug 21 Freshmen Orientation 6:30 - 10:00 pmAug 29 Open House 6:30 - 8:00 pmSept 4 First Day of SchoolSept 7 Last day to add a class for 1st semesterSept 13 Senior Parent Night in Auditorium 6:30 pmSept 17 Senior Class MeetingsSept 15 ACT TestSept 21 Homecoming Game 7:00 pmSept 22 Homecoming Dance 8:00 pmSept 26 PLAN testing for 10th gradesSept 26 Early Release (Students excused at 12:35 pm)Oct 10 Parent Conferences/Field House 4:30-8:00 pmOct 15 Last day to drop a class w/out penaltyOct 17 Academic FocusOct 18 Parent Conferences/Field House 4:00 - 7:30 pmOct 17-20 West play “John Lennon + Me” – AuditoriumOct 20 Marching Band State Championships - WhitewaterOct 24-26 Teacher Convention (NO SCHOOL)Oct 27 ACT TestOct 30 Junior Parent Meeting in Auditorium 7:30 - 8:30 amNov 1 Junior Parent Meeting in Auditorium 4:30 - 5:30 pmNov 5 Junior Meetings – AuditoriumNov 7 West Blue/Silver Concert Bands Concert 7:00 pmNov 8 West Wind Ensemble, Jazz1, Butler MS Band ConcertNov 9 End of 1st quarterNov 14 Early Release (Students excused at 12:35 pm)Nov 15 West Orchestra Concert 7:00 pmNov 21-23 Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)Dec 3 Financial Aid Night - Auditorium 6:30 pmDec 8 ACT TestDec 24-Jan 2 Holiday Recess(NO SCHOOL)Jan 8 West Blue Concert Band + SWAP 7:00 pmJan 9 West Vocal + Instru. Jazz Concert 7:00 pmJan 10 West Silver Concert Band + Wind Ens. Concert 7:00 pm5

Jan 11Jan 24Jan 25SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR 2007 / 2008Last day to add class for second semesterEnd of 2nd quarter and 1st semesterNO SCHOOLFeb 2 Sadies Dance 8:00 pmFeb 8 9th grade course selectionFeb 9 ACT TestFeb 11 8th grade parent night – Auditorium 6:30-8:00 pmFeb 12 10th grade course selectionFeb 13 11th grade course selectionFeb 13-16 West play “Taming of the Shrew” 7:00 pmFeb 18 All course selection sheets dueFeb 21-22 NO SCHOOLFeb 28 Parent conferences 4:30-8:00 pmMar 4 West Blue Concert Band + Wind 7:00 pmMar 5 Parent conferences 4:00-7:30 pmMar 6 West Silver Concert Band + SWAP 7:00 pmMar 11 West Jazz Band Concert 7:00 pmMar 14 Last day to drop a class without penaltyMar 18 West Orchestra Concert 7:00 pmMar 21-28 Spring break (NO SCHOOL)Apr 4 End of 3rd quarterApr 12 ACT TestApr 17 West NHS induction ceremony 7:00 pmApr 23 Early Release (Students excused at 12:35 pm)Apr 30-May 3 West play “Up the Down Staircase”May 10 PromMay 13 West Blue/Silver Concert Band Concert 7:30 pmMay 14 West SWAP + Wind Ensemble 7:30 pmMay 15 West Vocal + Instru. Jazz Concert 7:30 pmMay 19 Senior Scholarship Night in Auditorium 6:30 pmMay 23 Snow Make-Up DayMay 26 Memorial Day Celebration (NO SCHOOL)June 2 Senior breakfast + graduation rehearsalJune 3 West Concert Orch. 7:00 pmJune 4 West Symphony + Chamber Orch. 7:00 pmJune 11 End of 4th quarter and 2nd semesterJune 14 ACT TestJune 14 Graduation - Field House 2:00 pm6

GRADING SCALE & GRADE POINTSLetter Grade WeightGrade Range Points PointsA+ 99-100 4.33 5.33A 95-98 4.00 5.00A- 93-94 3.67 4.67B+ 91-92 3.33 4.33B 87-90 3.00 4.00B- 85-86 2.67 3.67C+ 83-84 2.33 3.33C 79-82 2.00 3.00C- 77-78 1.67 2.67D+ 75-76 1.33 1.33D 72-74 1.00 1.00D- 70-71 0.67 0.67F 69 & below 0.00 0.00DAILY SCHEDULEFirst Bell7:15 am1st Period 7:20 - 8:07 am2nd Period 8:12 - 8:59 am3rd Period 9:04 - 9:55 am4th Period 10:00 - 10:47 amLUNCH A 10:47 - 11:17 am5A Period 10:52 - 11:39 am5B Period 11:22 - 12:09 pmLUNCH B 11:39 - 12:09 pm6A Period 11:44 - 12:31 pm6B Period 12:14 - 1:01 pmLUNCH C12:31 - 1:01 pm7th Period 1:06 - 1:53 pm8th Period 1:58 - 2:45 pm7

EARLY RELEASE SCHEDULEFirst Bell7:15 am1st Period 7:20 - 7:55 am2nd Period 8:00 - 8:35 am3rd Period 8:40 - 9:15 am4th Period 9:20 - 9:55 am5A/B Period 10:00 - 10:35 am6A/B Period 10:40 - 11:15 am7th Period 11:20 - 11:55 am8th Period 12:00 - 12:35 pmLunch 12:40 - 1:10 pm• Students may leave the building at 12:35 pm• School busses leave at 1:17 pmEXAMSExams are held two times a school year, at the end of eachsemester. Exam schedules differ from the regular school dayschedule. If students do not have a scheduled exam, they areexpected to be in the field house, cafeteria, or off school propertyduring this time.EXAM SCHEDULETime Day 1 Day 2 Day 37:20 - 8:50 Hour 1 Hour 4 Hour 79:00 - 10:30 Hour 2 Hour 5 Hour 810:30 - 11:25 Lunch Lunch Lunch11:35 - 1:05 Hour 3 Hour 6 Make-Up1:15 - 2:45 Make-Up Make-Up Make-UpEXAM DATESJanuary 22 Tuesday Day 1January 23 Wednesday Day 2January 24 Thursday Day 3June 9 Tuesday Day 1June 10 Wednesday Day 2June 11 Thursday Day 38

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENTThe guidance counselors at Waukesha West are assigned tostudents according to student last names as follows:A - L Jo Weyrauch 970-3928M - Z Jane Barry 970-3927Guidance/Student Stacy Reel 970-3929SpecialistThe counselors work as a team serving students, parents, teachers& administrators. They function in a helping capacity in manyschool-related situations. The services counselors provide include,but are not limited to, personal/social counseling, programscheduling, academic support and assistance, career informationand post-high school planning. The delivery system for theseservices may be performed on an individual basis, in a small group,classroom or large group setting.How to meet with your Guidance CounselorStudents should meet with counselors during study hall, before, orafter school. Do not skip a class to come to the guidance office tosee your counselor. If your counselor is not available, please seethe guidance secretary to schedule an appointment.Schedule ChangesSchedule changes are to be made by the assigned counselor only.Schedules are not rearranged for personal convenience, and onlychanges that are educationally sound will be considered. Theappropriate schedule change form must be signed by the student,parent, and teacher, and the $10 change fee must be paid.Students will NOT be allowed to add classes after the first week ofschool or if the classes are full.While a student is in the process of dropping a class, he/she muststill attend the class. A student who drops a class after the 7thweek of the semester will receive a semester grade of F for thatcourse.9

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSDISICIPLINECREDITS REQUIREDSocial Studies** 3.5English** 4.0Mathematics 3.0Science (1 Physics course & Biology I required) 3.0Physical Education 1.5Health 0.5Electives 9.5TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED 25.0**See course selection guide for further breakdownCAREER CENTERThe Career Center is located in the Guidance Office and is openfrom 6:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. every school day. Included in the CareerCenter are in-state and out-of-state college catalogs, as well astechnical school, specialty school, and military information.Computers with Internet access are available for obtaining postsecondarycareer and college information. Students may also usethese computers to complete applications. The scholarshipinformation board and applications are also located in the CareerCenter. Students are encouraged to use the Career Center duringstudy hall, before, or after school.CAREER CRUISING“Career Cruising” is an interactive career reference guide used byWest students and families. This program gives extensiveinformation on careers and post secondary schools. Students canalso create their individual portfolios during class meetings withcounselors. The web-site is www.careercruising.com.FRESHMAN TRANSITION COORDINATORWaukesha Westʼs Freshman Transition Coordinator specializes inhelping 9th grade students and their families transition to highschool. Services include academic support, information andresources on developing positive peer relationships, andassistance in school to home communication. Located in RoomC106.10

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMThe goals of the Student Assistance Program are to provideeducation, assistance, and support to students who are beingaffected by their own or someone elseʼs use of alcohol or otherdrugs. Services include information and resources to educate andincrease the awareness of the effects of chemicals, assistance inlocating professional services, and in-school support groups.Located in Room C106.SOCIAL WORKERWaukesha Westʼs social worker specializes in helping schools,parents, and students deal with issues that affect schoolperformance. The social worker provides education and support tostudents affected by divorce, death, changing schools, suicide,depression, drug abuse, peer conflicts, pregnancy and truancy.Located in Room C103. Contact Person: Kelly Bratz – 970-3933.SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERThe School Resource Officer is a police officer who works withinthe school as a liaison between the school, community, and thepolice department. The SRO works with our student services teamto be of assistance and a resource for students, teachers, parents,and the community. Contact Person: Officer Rice – 970-3935STUDENT SERVICESBUS TRANSPORTATIONThe Board will provide transportation services to and from theschool for all district pupils who are eligible. Pupils who ride thebus or are on a bus under school sponsorship (field trip) mustcomply with the districtʼs Bus Rider Rules. Disorderly conduct orpersistent refusal to submit to the authority of the driver shall besufficient reason for a pupil to be denied transportation. Please callDairyland Buses, Inc. at 542-0405 for more information regardingbus transportation.11

HEALTH ROOMA STUDENT WHO IS ILL AND WISHES TO GO HOME, MUST FIRSTREPORT TO THE HEALTH ROOM WITH A PASS FROM A TEACHER. TheHealth Room is located across from the Guidance Office. Anattempt will be made to contact parents for permission for thestudent to leave school.Contact Persons: Cindy Hunter, Health Room – 262-970-3915Mrs. Grimm, Guidance – 262-970-3932(Ple a se re fe r to Medic ation Sc hool Boa rd Polic y #5141.2 on Pa ge 35 ofthis Handbook )LOCKERSLockers will be assigned during August registration. Each studentis solely responsible for the locker assigned to them. After the thirdweek of school, if a student finds it necessary to change their lockerassignment, the student should contact Mrs. Salminen in theAttendance Office. Locks can be purchased from the PrincipalʼsOffice at a cost of $4.00. All students must have a school-issuedlock; other locks are not acceptable. Shelves may be added if theydo not damage the lockers. Stickers and glass items should not beused in the lockers. Valuables should not be kept in lockers. Keepin mind that lockers are the property of the school district and maybe inspected without student permission at any time.LOST AND FOUNDStudents should not bring valuables or excessive amounts ofmoney to school at anytime. The Lost and Found is located in theAssistant Principalʼs office.STUDENT I.D.sStudent IDs are issued to each student at the beginning of theschool year. These IDs are to be carried with the student at alltimes while in school and/or on school grounds and must be shownupon the request of any staff member. These IDs are used tocheck material out of the Media Center, to enter extra curricular andco-curricular activities and to use technology. If a student loseshis/her ID, s/he can replace it for a $5 fee in the AssistantPrincipalʼs Office.12

WAUKESHA WEST LIBRARY MEDIA CENTERREAD – Let your mind soar!Our Library StaffMrs. Naomi Stewart, Library Media Specialist (262-970-3907)nstewart@waukesha.k12.wi.usMrs. Kathy Krueger, Media Secretary (262-970-3908)kkrueger@waukesha.k12.wi.usMrs. Patti Joers, Media AssistantMrs. Linda Kornowski, Media AssistantPhone: (262) 970-4074MATERIALSThe purpose of the Waukesha West Media Center is to support thecurriculum and to teach and assist students in the learning ofresearch skills. To accomplish this, the media center contains awide variety of reference materials, books, magazines and audiovisualmaterials. In addition, Internet access is provided, and themedia center subscribes to several research databases accessedthrough the Internet (see details below). We welcome suggestionsfor the purchase of materials.PROCEDURES AND EXPECTATIONSBooks may be checked out for three weeks, magazines for oneweek, and reference books and audio-visual materials for 1 day. Allitems may be renewed. Fines are charged as follows: books andmagazines – 5 cents per day; reference books and audio-visualmaterials – 25 cents per day.Students are welcome in the media center for research and studyat any time before, during, or after school. With exceptions in thecase of high numbers, students in study halls may choose to studyin the media center rather than their regular study hall room.Students must present their student IDʼs to be marked in theattendance and use the media center, or students must havepasses from classroom teachers. It is expected that students usethe library appropriately (i.e. research, study or recreationalreading). No more than two individuals may sit at a table. Inaddition, absolutely no food or drink is allowed! These rules aredesigned for the comfort of everyone and the care of the materials.For Subscription Databases and Library References, pleasesee:www.waukesha.k12.wi.us/west/library.html13

WRITING CENTERThe Writing Center is located inside the media center in RoomE122 and is staffed by West English teachers. The goal of thiscenter is to provide additional support for all students in the area ofwriting. Students may access the center during their study halls.Students must present their IDs in order to use the Writing Center(in addition to being marked in attendance). Students may alsocome to the center with the permission of their classroom teachers(STUDENTS MUST HAVE A PASS FROM THEIR RESPECTIVETEACHERS). FOOD AND BEVERAGES ARE NOT ALLOWED INTHE WRITING CENTER.COMPUTER LABSThe drop-in computer lab is located in the main hallway to the rightof the Media Center in Room F101. Teachers may reserve this labfor class use. The two other computer labs are located in RoomC013 (Math wing) and in Room F026 (English wing). These labsare for class use (teacher reservation only). Students are notpermitted in any computer lab without a teacher present.ACCEPTABLE USE OF TECHNOLOGYAll students must complete and sign a “Guidelines for TechnologyAcceptable Use” form before they can access any schoolcomputer. The school districtʼs policy (#6150) is intended toprovide students, staff, and citizens with parameters for acceptableuse of district computers, hardware, software, telecommunicationequipment, and telephone or network lines that are owned orleased by the district. Students and staff who have access todistrict technology at schools must be in accordance with theestablished guidelines. Computer use for financial gain,entertainment, recreational, or purely personal reasons is notauthorized. All users shall conform to copyright laws. The ethical,legal, and practical problems caused by inappropriate use of theseresources shall be taught to all students in the districtʼs curriculum.THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS IS A PRIVILEGEWHICH MAY BE REVOKED.14

DISTRICT WRITING EXPECTATIONSImproving student writing has been a K-12 District goal for a numberof years. Research shows that when students communicate theirideas effectively via non-fiction writing, their achievement increasesacross the board. Students are writing more frequently in all classes.Our District Scoring Guide (available in the school office or theWriting Center) is based on the Six Traits of Writing and providesdetailed guidance for students to become proficient or advanced intheir writing.6 TRAIT WRITINGIDEAS—The main point or story line• Awareness of details• Knowing whatʼs important or interesting• Clarity, focus, sense of purposeORGANIZATION—The internal structure of the piece• Beginning, middle and ending• Ability to organize and group• Good sense of sequenceVOICE—Evidence of the writer behind the message• Enthusiasm for writing• Individuality, personality, charm• Tailoring communication to an audience• Evokes an emotional responseWORD CHOICE—Evidence of precision in the use of words• Awareness of language• Understanding that there are different ways to say things• Stretching to use new wordsSENTENCE FLUENCY—The rhythm & flow of the language, how itplays to the ear• Sentence sense• An ear for language patterns• Use of more complex sentences• A variety of sentence lengthsCONVENTIONS—The mechanical correctness of the piece• Spelling, punctuation, grammar and usage, paragraphingand capitalization15

WAUKESHA WEST HIGH SCHOOL CHAPTER NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETYMembership in the Waukesha West High School Chapter of the NationalHonor Society (NHS) is an honor bestowed upon a student who has excelledin SCHOLARSHIP, SERVICE, LEADERSHIP, and CHARACTER. It is one ofthe highest honors that can be awarded to a high school student.Students are selected for membership on the basis of meeting specific criteriain each of the four areas: SCHOLOARSHIP, SERVICE, LEADERSHIP, andCHARACTER. Selection for membership is made by the West National HonorSociety Faculty Council. The NHS Faculty Council is made up of five Westfaculty voting members appointed annually by the principal. The chapteradvisor is an additional non-voting member of the council.One formal Induction Ceremony for new members is held each year in thesecond quarter of the spring semester.Membership in the NHS is both an honor and a responsibility. Studentsselected for membership must continue to meet the standards by which theyare selected through graduation to retain their NHS membership.NHS MEMBERSHIP SELECTION PROCESSAfter the fall semester of their junior year, all students who hold at least a 3.50cumulative grade point average from the beginning of their freshman year willbe invited to participate in the process of membership selection to the WestHigh School Chapter of NHS. If the student believes that he/she meets theSERVICE, LEADERSHIP, and CHARACTER criteria, and wishes to become acandidate, he/she will fill out a Student Activity Information Form. This form isNOT an application form. It will be used to document the service, leadership,and character criteria for the candidate.When information for all four areas has been received for each candidate bythe NHS Advisor, it will be turned over to the five voting members of the WestNHS Faculty Council.All candidates who have returned a Student Activity Information Form will benotified in writing of the councilʼs decision on their membership status.Parents of the new members will receive written invitations to the formalInduction Ceremony. Parents of candidates who were not selected mayspeak with the NHS Advisor; however, the discussions and voting patterns ofthe NHS Faculty council will remain confidential.Juniors who are not selected, who choose not to complete a Student ActivityInformation Form, or who do not hold a 3.50 cumulative grade point average,will be invited to participate in the NHS membership selection process after thefirst semester of their senior year if they hold a 3.50 cumulative average at thetime.16

SERVICE EXPECTATIONSIn addition to participating in school and community activities, your specific NHSWEST Chapter responsibilities for your senior year which will allow you to wear theNHS cords at graduation, are as follows:• Attend three to five short NHS meetings during the year.• Attend and serve as host for the NHS spring Induction Ceremony.• Volunteer 40 hours of service to your school and your community duringyour senior year. 20 hours of volunteer service must be completed atWaukesha West High School while the other 20 hours must be completedin the community.• You must complete one extra hour of community service for every meetingyou miss.SCHOOL ACTIVITIES & CLUBSPlease see the school web site for a list of school activities/clubs.WAUKESHA ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCTMinimum Grade Point Average Raised for Athletes and Extra-Curriculars: Inan attempt to emphasize academic performance, the School Board of Waukesharecently passed a new policy concerning a 2.0 grade point average relating toparticipation in athletics and extra-curricular activities. Currently, students arerequired to maintain a 1.5 grade point average to be eligible to participate inathletics and extra-curricular activities. At the conclusion of second quarter gradeson January 25, 2008 we will start the new 2.0 grade point average. If the studenthas a grade point average of below 2.0 for the second quarter they will be declaredineligible until the grade check day on February 27, 2008. If the studentʼs gradeson Feburary 27, 2008 are above 2.0 they will be declared eligible.The 2007 fall sports season will still be under the 1.5 grade point average. It wasdecided that by implementng the policy in midyear, it gives students an opportunityto raise their grades and remain eligible to participate in athletics and activities.Any questions can be directed to Waukesha West Athletic/Activity Director at 970-3911.17

Eligibility: Student athletes must turn in an eligibility card to the athletic office onor before the first day of practice. By turning in an eligibility card, student athletesand their parents understand that the following eligibility requirements will be met:1. Read Co-Curricular Activities and Athletic Rights and Responsibilities(School District of Waukesha Policy 5131G);2. Grade point average of 1.5/2.0 (see page 17);3. Passing four classes;4. Physical, or alternative year card completed and turned into the athletic office;5. No more than one “F” per grading period;6. No financial obligations to the school;7. Must be in attendance for the last four hours of the school day to participatein practice or games;8. Attendance at the parent/athlete meeting.Other Disciplinary Actions:1. Students suspended from school may neither practice nor participate;2. Athletes ejected from a game must sit out the next contest;3. Transfer students must serve all penalties assigned by the previous school;4. On a year-round basis, athletes may be suspended from competition for avariety of conduct violations (School District of Waukesha Policy #5131G);5. Athletes attempting to serve a suspension through involvement in anothersport must stay for the duration of that sport or the suspension will berepeated in the next sport.Penalties for Violations:1st Violation Up to 20% of the entire seasonʼs contests2nd Violation 50% of the entire seasonʼs contests3rd Violation Suspension of one calendar year4th Violation Permanent suspensionHonesty Clause: “Any finding of dishonesty during disciplinary investigations orduring disciplinary procedures may result in an extension (up to doubling) of anypenalty authorized in this guideline.” (School District of Waukesha Policy #5131G).18

WIAA SPECTATOR BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONSPurpose of Sportsmanship EducationThe purpose is to make students and fans aware that:• The unacceptable behavior witnessed at various sporting events at alllevels must be altered.• Concern over unacceptable fan behavior is shared by the Board ofEducation, school administration, parents and students.• Programs that foster continued poor behavior may be dropped.• After-school programs are an extension of the regular school day with allschool rules and regulations in effect.• The schoolʼs and communityʼs reputation should not be placed injeopardy because of unsportsmanlike behavior.• School administrators are present to inform all spectators of the schoolʼsexpectations at all interscholastic activities.What Is Expected In General• Students in attendance at interscholastic activities are expected to havefun by demonstrating positive enthusiasm without causing harm orembarrassment to others or to the school.• Students are to follow all rules that are in effect during the school day atinterscholastic activities.• Students are to demonstrate respect toward fellow students, opponents,players, coaches and officials.• Students are to police their peers and demand proper behavior fromfellow students. Oneʼs individual behavor can affect the total group.• Students are expected to demonstrate respect and pride for the school.Wha t Is Spe c if ic a lly Expected• During the National Anthem, students are to face the flag, refrain fromtalking, and remain respectful until the end of the anthem.• Proper language is to be used. No swearing or offensive/derogatorylanguage will be tolerated. High school events are a familyactivity. Individual and group vulgarity is unacceptable, as is taunting,trash talking and other verbal forms of harassment and booing of players,coaches and officials.• Obscene gestures are unacceptable.• Dangerous and boisterous behavior – pushing, shoving or fighting andpassing of students, is not acceptable.• The throwing of objects, even toilet paper, at fellow spectators, bandmembers, cheerleaders, officials, players or onto the playing surface, isunacceptable, and could result in an injury and the team being penalizedby the game official.19

• Respect is the key to good sportsmanship. Opponents should berespected. They are not enemies, but fellow teenagers who happen toattend other schools.• Be modest and humble in victory or defeat. It is easy to be a goodwinner and difficult to show class when you lose.• Acknowledge good plays by both teams.• Be concerned with anyone who is injured. Give concerned applausewhen an injured athlete is aided from the field.• Work together with cheerleaders for positive cheers and avoid obscene,degrading or elitist cheers – when you participate in at half-time, watchany performance or presentation if possible, acknowledge the hard work,preparation and performance of an elitist cheer, you give support to anelitist image. those involved, and do not in any way, detract from theperformance.• After the game, do not tease or belittle the opponent in any way and becordial and gracious to everyone, regardless of your emotions.Wha t The School Wants Most• A large student turnout at events.• Exemplary sportsmanship from players and fans.• To be proud of its teams and fans at contests.Conse que nc e s, In Ef fe c t For All Games• All regular school rules are in effect.• Violation of rules may cause: Being evicted from the game/premises;receiving in-school suspension or suspension from school; a requiredparental conference before readmittance to regular class; prohibitionfrom attending future events; possible cancellation of all spectators fromattending a sport; possible cancellation of sports; or prescribed WIAAsanctions on the school.20

WIAA SPORTSFall SportsMenʼs Cross Country Mr. Megna/Mr. Johnson 970-3177Womenʼs Cross Country Mr. Ramsey 970-3181Football Mr. Rux 970-4089Menʼs Soccer Mr. Amini 970-3919Womenʼs Swimming Ms. Ryan 970-3919Womenʼs Tennis Mrs. Nelson 970-3919Menʼs Volleyball Mr. Hatch 970-3919Womenʼs Volleyball Mr. Schultz 970-3919Womenʼs Golf Mr. McDonald 970-3823Winter SportsMenʼs Basketball Mr. Basili 970-3919Womenʼs Basketball Mr. McGowan 970-3919Menʼs Swimming Ms. Ryan 970-3919Wrestling Mr. VanKeuren 970-4091Gymnastics Ms. White 970-3799HockeyMr. AylsworthSpring and Summer SportsBaseball Mr. Montez 970-2988Menʼs Golf Mr. Mueller 970-4124Womenʼs Soccer Mr. Zindler 691-2100 x6221Softball Ms. Weisensel 970-3919Menʼs Tennis Mr. McConnell 970-3919Menʼs Track Mr. Megna 970-3177Womenʼs Track Mr. Ramsey 970-3181Year – Round SportsCheerleadingPom and Dance TeamMs. KopshinskyMs. MichalsonClub SportsCross Country Skiing Ms. Joost 970-3919Downhill Ski Racing Mr. Meunier 970-3919Rugby Mr. Eggener 970-391921

OTHER GENERAL PROCEDURES &STUDENT EXPECTATIONSAc a de mic Honest yAll school work submitted for the purpose of meeting course requirements mustrepresent the efforts of the individual student. To help maintain an atmosphere ofmutual trust and confidence among students and faculty to ensure that eachstudent is judged solely according to his or her own merits, the School District ofWaukesha community has established the following honor code: No SchoolDistrict of Waukesha student will unfairly advance his or her own academicperformance nor will the student in any way intentionally limit or impede theacademic performance or intellectual pursuits of other students of the SchoolDistrict of Waukesha community. Any form of academic dishonesty is prohibited.Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to:• Plagiarism• Forgery• Copying or stealing another personʼs work• Allowing another person to copy oneʼs own work• Doing another personʼs class work• Creating more than one copy of oneʼs work for distribution• Intentionally accessing anotherʼs material for the purpose of using it asoneʼs own• Downloading information from other sources and presenting it as oneʼs own• Unauthorized copying of software• Unauthorized use of hard copy or software to develop oneʼs own softwareFaculty and building administrators will have the responsibility for monitoring theabove actions. It is the responsibility of all faculties to monitor studentsʼ work toavoid any academic dishonesty and to administer penalties for dishonesty inaccordance with Policy #5131G-Guidelines for Student Rights and Responsibilities.The parents shall be contacted as soon as possible, to report any alleged academicdishonesty on the part of students. Teachers are granted authority, with thedirection and advice of their principals, to exercise their good judgment in applyinga range of academic consequences for violations of this policy.• 1st offense = 2 hour Saturday detention and academicconsequence• 2nd offense = suspension from school, academic consequence,and an athletic code violation• 3rd offense = suspension from school, academic consequence,athletic code violation, and dropped from the class with a grade of “F”22

Repeated violations of this policy at the high school level will result indisciplinary action up to and including removal from class with a grade of Fas well as other disciplinary consequences. Student and parent appeals ofany consequences resulting from violations of this policy shall followestablished channels of communications up to and including filing of acomplaint under Policy #1313.Ac c ide nt s a nd InjuriesAll accidents and injuries should be reported immediately to the AssistantPrincipalʼs Office. The school does not carry insurance to cover studentsfor injuries that occur while in school or while going to and from school. Atthe start of the school year, students are offered the opportunity topurchase group insurance. Please discuss the insurance program withyour parents so that the proper decision can be made.Close d Ca mpus – Limited Open LunchPupils are required to be in their assigned program, classes, or activities atall times during the school day, unless approved by the principal based ona written request by the parent(s). Freshmen and Sophomores may notleave school premises during the school day, including lunch. Juniorsmay be allowed to leave the campus during lunch period, only ifparental permission is on file in the school office. Seniors may leavethe building during lunch without a release pass. The buildingadministration may allow high school Seniors who have demonstrated ahigh level of maturity and personal responsibility to leave school premisesfor up to one class period if they do not have a class scheduled during thatclass period and they meet the certain criteria.Crit e ria f or up t o One St udy Hall Release• No Financial Obligations• Be in at least their 4th year of high school and haveaccumulated at least 18 credits• Have earned a 3.0 GPA the previous semester or cumulative.• Have a C or better in all classes the previous semester.• Have a good behavior.• Have a good attendance record.Students given this privilege must have parent permission and must either leavethe campus or report to an administratively assigned area.Parents or administration may revoke this privilege for educational ordisciplinary reasons at any time.23

Appropriate exceptions to the above closed campus requirements may be madeby the principal for special class schedules.• Release Passes will be issued to Juniors & Seniors after properpaperwork is signed, returned and approved, and no financial obligationsare outstanding. Passes must be shown to leave.• Students with release must not be roaming the school building. If studentshave release, they must either leave the building, or report to ateacher/Media Center and sign-in and stay until the end of the period.Loitering in cars or in the school parking lot is strictly forbidden.The open lunch privilege is only for Juniors & Seniors who have sufficient timeduring their lunch period to eat off campus and return before the beginning of theirscheduled class.Dre ss a nd GroomingStudent attire must be respectful of others and appropriate for the educationalsetting at West High School. Clothing that causes a distraction or disruption in theschool or creates a health or safety risk is deemed inappropriate for student dress.Examples of clothes that disrupt the educational process include: beach attire,visible undergarments, crop tops, and clothing that has lettering, advertisement oftobacco, alcohol or other drugs or designs considered in poor taste.The following dress is not allowed as it may disrupt the educational setting:• No part of any undergarment is to be visible while standing or sitting.• No bare midriffs.• No strapless tops, off the shoulder, or visible bra straps, or low cut tops.• All studentsʼ shirts should have sleeves, no “muscle” underwear shirts.• No short shorts or short skirts. Shorts and skirts should be mid-thigh orlonger for all students.• No visible boxer shorts with loose, low pants.• No hats, bandannas, scarves, or other headwear may be worn duringthe school day. Students are expected to remove headwear uponentering the building and during the school day.• No coats, jackets, or outerwear is allowed. These must be stored in thestudents locker. School administrators will make the final decision as towhat constitutes appropriate school wear. At the discretion of your childʼsAssistant Principal, parents may be called to bring a change ofappropriate clothing or be sent home. Students that continue to violatedress and grooming requirements risk being assigned a Saturdaydetention or being suspended from school. See School Board Policy#6132, pg 34.24

Fina nc ia l ObligationsTextbook/Activity Fees will be assigned each year and are collected during preregistrationin August. Fines will be assessed for books damaged or abusedbeyond what is considered normal wear. If a book is lost, the student is requiredto pay for it.The School District of Waukesha is making a strong effort to collect student feesthat are past due.NOTE: If you owe monies to the district for PAST years and do not paythose before the beginning of the school year or if you do not pay THISYEARʼs fees by mid October, then:• Parking permits will not be sold to you.• You may not participate in any co-curricular activities or athletics.• Senior Study Hall Release will not be approved.• Junior Lunch Release will not be approved.• Work Release will not be approved.Re fundsPlease note:• There will be no refunds for errors in the yearbook.It is a student run publication and because of that, errors sometimesoccur.There will be no refunds of prom tickets for a studentʼs inability to attendbecause of disciplinary reasons.St udy Ha llAll students will be assigned a study hall when they do not have a scheduledclass. A study hall is considered a class, and all rules involving attendance,tardiness, and truancy apply. The study hall is a quiet environment wherestudents are working on school work or reading. Students may choose to usetheir study hall to work in the library, computer lab, writing center, or with a teacher.Students should report directly to those areas at the start of the period (with theirstudent I.D.) and sign in appropriately. Students are not to be playing games,cards, or hacky sacks.Ha ll Pa ssStudents in the hallways at any time during the school day, outside of passingtime, must have a hall pass via their student handbook. Passes must be shown toany staff member immediately upon request. The pass should have the name ofthe student, destination and time leaving, as well as the teacherʼs name and initial25

who has issued the pass. To request a pass, students must have their studenthandbook. The teacher will sign the time, destination, and initial. Students mustreport to the class for which they are assigned for attendance before requesting ahall pass.Food/Drink sFood is not allowed in the hallways at any time. Drinks in a closed reseal-ablecontainer are permitted; however, it is teacher discretion to allow food/drinks intheir classrooms. Students are not allowed to take food from the cafeteria toeat in a teacherʼs classroom.Ele c t ronic Devices1. Electronic and/or communication devices are a privilege and not a rightof students at West High School.2. Electronic and/or communication devices include but are not limited to,cell phones, CD players, MP3 players, text message devices or anysimilar device not specifically used to support or enhance instruction.3. Electronic communication devices must be turned off and out of sightwhen a student enters the classroom or study hall. Board of Educationpolicy requires that all cell phones remain turned off and out of sight inschool between 7:10 am and 2:45 pm.4. Students are not to use electronic communication devices within theclassroom at any time without the direct permission of the teacher foreducational purposes only.5. The teacher has the right to confiscate any electronic communicationdevice due to its misuse. Confiscated electronic communication deviceswill be turned in to the Assistant Principalʼs office.6. As is the case with any personal property brought onto school grounds,all electronic and/or communication devices are subject to search.Public Displa ys of Aff ectionDemonstration of affection beyond handholding is not acceptable at school.Consequences for excessive displays of affection may include warning, referral tocounselor, referral to assistant principal, and parent notification.Pa rk ing & DrivingParking stickers are issued in the Principalʼs Office after the student fills outa card with the car license number and registration. A non-refundable parkingfee will be assigned each semester and must be paid for before parking in theschool lot. Daily passes are available for $1.00.NOTE: A permit does not guarantee a parking spot.26

All vehicles must have a valid student parking sticker. Any vehicle without a validparking sticker is subject to a ticket of $10 per violation by the School District ofWaukesha payable to Waukesha West High School. Multiple parking tickets mayresult in a City of Waukesha parking ticket. Unpaid tickets will be assessed anadditional $5 fine per violation and become financial obligations due to WaukeshaWest High School.Vehicles should be parked only in the marked spaces provided. Vehicles parkedin unauthorized areas and/or fire lanes will be ticketed and possibly towed at theownerʼs expense. Students are not permitted to go to their vehicles during theschool day without an office issued pass. Parking permits may be revoked forunsafe driving practices and/or repeated truancy or tardiness. If a studentʼspermit is revoked, there is no refund, and he or she may not purchase a one-dayparking permit.NOTE: The District reserves the right to search (whether through the consent ofthe student or by way of reasonable suspicion of illegal activity, activity whichviolates school rules, or possession of contraband) any property or items broughtonto school property by students, including, but not limited to bags, backpacks,purses, other containers, articles of clothing, and vehicles. Motor vehicles, andtheir contents and containers, driven to school and on school premises, aresubject to search. Additionally, students who park vehicles on school property willbe required to sign a consent form, indicating that they will agree to abide by allrules regarding parking and consent to search of their vehicle.Se c urit y Ca merasWaukesha West High School is equipped with security cameras inside andoutside the building.Visit orsAll visitors must check in the office for a visitor pass and a parking permit.Unauthorized visitors are in violation of the city loitering ordinance (#11.06) if in thebuilding or on school grounds between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Weststudents are not to be at other schools within the district without permission.Students visiting another school must check in at the principalʼs office or besubject to a loitering ticket.West does not have a shadowing visitation program. A student wishing to visitbecause s/he is considering West as a school choice should contact the GuidanceOffice and make an appointment with the appropriate guidance counselor who willset up an individualized meeting and a structured tour.27

ATTENDANCEGe ne ra l Proc e dureRegular school attendance increases a studentʼs chances for academic success andpromotes the development of self-discipline, responsibility, and punctuality, which arenecessary life skills. Cooperation between home and school is essential if studentsare to develop sound attendance habits and attitudes that will carry over into adult life.A parent/guardian must call the school Attendance Office at 970-3916, as soon aspossible after 7:00 a.m. each day when the student will be absent with the parentʼsknowledge and consent. If the call is not made on the day of the absence, it can bemade when the student returns or a written statement, signed by the parent/guardian,and is to be submitted to school upon the studentʼs return. The excuse must bepresented within 48 hours or the absence may be considered a truancy.Sta t e La wIn accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, all children between 6 and 18 years of agemust attend school unless they have a legal excuse. A parent MAY NOTexcuse a student for more than 10 days in a school year. After 10 days, amedical excuse will be required. Absences verified by medical documentationor appointment slips from medical offices are not included in this count.NOTE: A student who turns 18 after a school year starts remains under theCompulsory School Attendance Law until the “end of the school term, quarter orsemester of the school year in which the child becomes 18 years of age”.Exc use d Abse nc e a nd TruancyExamples of Excused Absences include:• Personal illness• Funerals• Medical• Family/home emergencies• Religious holidays• Suspensions• Approved family educational trips• Ordered to shelter care or secured detention• Court subpoenaNOTE: It is the principal or assistant principal who determines whether anacceptable excuse has been provided. Parents provide the request to beexcused, they do not excuse.Documentation from offices of appointments is to be submitted upon thestudentʼs return to school.A school attendance office may require a parent/guardian to provide a medicalexcuse by a physician for any verification of illness. (See make-up workprocedure)28

Examples of absences which cannot be excused according to State Law include:• Working• Over sleeping• Car trouble• Personal business• Baby-sitting• ShoppingA student who is absent from school, but does not meet the legal definition ofexcused absence, will be considered truant.A student is considered truant when absent from any portion of a school dayduring which the school has not been notified in writing or by phone of the reasonfor the acceptable absence by the parent/guardian. An Habitual Truant is definedby law as a pupil who is absent from part or all of five or more school days duringthe academic year.Consequences for truancy include after school or Saturday morning detentionsand/or truancy citations. See School Board Policy #5113 and MunicipalOrdinances for Truancy.Ta rdine ssDue to high volumes of attendance slips and frequent classroom disruptions, thefollowing rule will be in place beginning the second semester of the 2007-2008school year.The first 10 minutes of every period are “no fly” zone. Students MUST report totheir ASSIGNED classes, including study halls, and may not be releasedfrom their class until after 10 minutes. No passes may be issued prior to this10 minute period, including release to the bathroom (of course, emergencies arean exception). EXCEPTION: Students may report directly to the library,computer lab, or writing lab ONLY during their assigned study hall.Tests, labs, quizzes, and make-up work is to be completed at an arrangedalternative time. Students are NOT to remain past the end of the classperiod since this then affects their next period class.It is very important to be on time for all classes including study hall. Tardiness toclass, even by seconds, detracts from the learning environment of every student.Students should be in their classroom when the 2nd bell rings.1st Tardy2nd Tardy3rd Tardy4th TardyWarningTeacher detentionReferral to Office (after school detention/parent notification)Referral to Office (Saturday detention/parent notification)Continued tardiness will result in further consequences and loss of schoolprivileges (i.e., lunch release, parking permit revoked, etc.). Also, being more than10 minutes late to class equals a truancy.29

Fa mily Va c a t ionsStudent absences for one full school day or longer for the purpose of family tripswill be classified as either acceptable (excused) or unacceptable (truant) by theassistant principal in accordance with criteria established for this purpose. Thestudent is to be in good standing regarding academics and attendance.Student absence requests shall be submitted to the school attendance office atleast two weeks in advance of the proposed absence. The request shall be madeon a school district form provided for this purpose and available in the schoolattendance office. Failure to follow this procedure within the time line specifiedmay result in the student being classified as truant.Ea rly DismissalEvery effort should be made to schedule appointments outside of school time.Students may be excused to leave school during the school day for appointmentsby presenting a note to the Attendance Office, signed by a parent/guardian,prior to classes beginning. Parents are encouraged to call during the day ONLYfor emergency dismisses. STUDENTS ARE TO BRING VERIFICATION FROMTHE APPOINTMENT UPON THEIR RETURN TO SCHOOL.Any student who leaves school without prior approval from the AttendanceOffice and without signing out will be considered truant and will be assigneda detention. Any student who feels it necessary to leave school for any otherreason must clear it through the Assistant Principal BEFORE leaving.WEST HIGH SCHOOL DISCIPLINARY CODEAt Waukesha West High School, we believe that students should know theconsequences for their behavior. Therefore, the following disciplinary code listscommon and major violations and the resulting progressive consequences. If astudent engages in behavior not specifically cited below, the Assistant Principalsshall deal with violations fairly and in a manner that reflects the spirit of this codeand Waukesha School Board Policy #5131.STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES & SCHOOL EXPECTATIONSIf the school is to function effectively and students are to be free to pursue theireducation, all students need to accept responsibilities and meet certainexpectations. Student behavior that interferes with the educational process orviolates the rights and safety of others will not be tolerated. Students are expectedto comply with school and classroom rules, School Board policies, and state andfederal laws at all times.Following is a list of more common violations that are subject to disciplinary action:• Arrests or convictions in the community, such as an ordinance violation,a misdemeanor, a felony, or a traffic violation on or adjacent to schoolproperty, related to student safety, or contrary to the educational environment.30

• Defiance of authority• Disorderly or disruptive conduct• Failure to cooperate with faculty, staff, or administrators• Fighting• Foul or abusive language or gestures• Gambling• Harassing, threatening, or intimidating others• Loitering• Misuse or destruction of any school equipment or facilities• Possession of weapons or dangerous articles as defined by local police,state law or other School Board policies• Possession or use of tobacco in any form• Repeated tardiness• Theft, robbery, or extortion• Use, possession, sale, distribution, or being under the influence ofalcohol or any other illegal controlled substance• Vandalism• Other acts deemed disruptive to school activities, the educationalprocess, or the routine operation of the schoolThe objective of disciplinary action is to eliminate behaviors and situations thatinterfere with the educational process while promoting student growth andacceptance of responsibility. The exact nature of disciplinary action depends onthe circumstances of each individual case. Consequences for violations listedabove may include, but are not limited to, the following:• Teacher or staff conference with the student• Teacher-parent contact by phone or letter• Detention• Referral to a counselor, social worker, or Student Assistance Program• Administrator-parent contact by phone or letter• Restricted privileges including suspension from co-curricular or athletic events• Parental conferences at school with a teacher and/or a counselorand/or assistant principal• Suspension out of school• Police involvement• Recommendation for expulsion by the School DistrictIf a student engages in inappropriate behavior not specifically cited in thisdocument, the behavior shall be dealt with in a manner that reflects the spirit ofthis policy.Students who refer themselves to the proper school authorities for alcohol andother drug infractions prior to disciplinary actions shall be given specialconsideration if a prescribed educational/ treatment program is sought andcompleted.31

DISCIPLINE CONSEQUENCESTe a c he r Assigne d Detent ionsTardiness, truancy, or misconduct may result in a teacher detention to be servedby the student. In the case of each detention, the student is to receive an advancenotice of a minimum of 24 hours. A teacher assigned classroom detention willbe held in the teacherʼs room before or after school. During this time period,teachers and students are encouraged to discuss the reasons for the detentionand how such difficulties could be avoided in the future. Teachers may assigntasks (such as cleaning the blackboard) or have the student do homework duringthis time. If the student fails to serve the teacher detention, the student will receivea detention assigned by the studentsʼ Assistant Principal.Aft e r Sc hool a nd Sa t urday DetentionsAfter school detentions are on Wednesdays from 2:50 – 3:50 pm and Saturdaydetentions are from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Students are to bring study material. Rulesfor detentions include• Report promptly for seating assignments with work material• No food or drink• No walkman radios or other entertainment devices• No sleeping• No talking or note passingFailure to serve detentions will result in meeting with the Assistant Principal thefollowing school day. An appropriate consequence will then be given (i.e., citationfor truancy or possible suspension).Out-of -Sc hool SuspensionsAn out-of-school suspension is a designated time when students may not beon any school district property or attend any school functions during theterm of the suspension. Should a student be found on school property orattending a school-sponsored activity during the time of the suspension, thestudent will be cited for trespassing. A reinstatement conference may be requiredfor the parent, student, and school staff members to discuss ways to preventfuture problems.Ma k e -Up WorkStudents who have missed school because of an absence are responsible forfinding out what they have missed and completing the work in a timely manner.• Students may be expected to stay after school for make-up, given a dayof advance notice or be given additional assignments to make up for classdiscussions and classroom activities missed during absences.• For extended absence (more than 3 days), please notify and allow theGuidance Department 48 hours to gather school work at 970-3931.• Teachers are not required to provide work for truant periods.32

SCHOOL BOARD POLICIESHa ra ssme nt St a te me nt (Policy #5131.IG)Board policy and state law, expressly prohibit sexual harassment. Harassment isa form of misconduct, which undermines the integrity of the districtʼs employmentand academic relationships. All employees and students must be allowed to workin an environment free from unsolicited and unwelcome sexual overtures. Sexualharassment does not refer to occasional compliments. It refers to behavior that isnot welcome, that is personally offensive, and which therefore interferes with theworking or learning effectiveness of its victims and their peers. Individuals whoexperience sexual harassment should make it clear that such behavior is offensiveto them and may process a complaint pursuant to this policy. Sexual harassmentmay include actions such as:• Sex oriented verbal “kidding” or abuse• Subtle pressure for sexual activity• Sexual contact as defined by statutes• Demands for sexual favors accompanied by implied or overt promises ofpreferential treatment or threats concerning an individualʼs employmentor academic statusToba c c o Use (Policy #1331)Scientific and medical evidence has shown that smoking and the use of tobaccoproducts is a serious health hazard; therefore, it is the policy of the School Districtof Waukesha that no person may smoke or use smokeless tobacco in school, onschool grounds, in school-owned vehicles, or in busses contracted or used forschool purposes. School grounds include municipality properties adjacent toschool property where ordinances prohibit such use.STUDENT ATTENDANCE (Policy #5113)Close d Ca mpus and Senior PrivilegeStudents in grade 12 may leave campus during their lunch period. Students ingrade 11 may leave campus ONLY if they have an approved Junior LunchRelease on file in the Guidance Office. This permission may be revoked for causeby the school or parent. Seniors who meet School Board requirements may applyfor a Senior Release which allows them to drop a Study Hall and leave school forone period per day. Parent permission is required. This privilege will be revokedfor excessive truancy and tardiness.Exc use d AbsenceAcceptable excuses that may be approved by school administrators includeillness, funerals, medical or family emergencies, religious holidays, suspensions,approved family educational trips, order for shelter care or secure detention, orcourt subpoena. Assignments may be made up.33

For pre-planned and/or extended absences (a trip of more than one school day)the principalʼs office shall be notified two weeks prior to the absence. Requestsfor preplanned absences must be submitted on a district approved form. Formsare available in the Assistant Principals office.Trua nc yTruancy is defined as any absence for a portion of a school day or absence forone or more days from school during which the Attendance Office has not beennotified by the parent/guardian of the pupil who is absent. Tardiness that is notexcused shall be considered truancy.Pupil Non-Disc rimina t ion (Policy #5131.1)The School District of Waukesha expressly prohibits discrimination andharassment of students. This discrimination includes the personʼs sex, race,national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexualorientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.St ude nt Alcohol Use a nd/or Othe r Drug Use (Policy #5131.6)It is the policy of the School District of Waukesha that students and employeeshave the right to attend school and work in an environment that is free from thenon-medical use of alcohol, drugs, and mood-altering substances.The use, possession, sale or intent to sell drugs, drug paraphernalia (as definedin state statutes), or alcohol is prohibited. This includes prescription drugs that arenot in the health room with the appropriate forms filled out.Any student who is involved in the use, possession, sale or receipt of alcoholand/or drug paraphernalia will be subject to the following measures:• Immediate police involvement• Suspension from school• Parental notification of the availability of a witnessed chemical test fortheir child• Referral to central administration for possible expulsionDre ss Code (Policy #6132)Students may dress and groom themselves as they and their parents/guardianswish. Specifically included within the scope of this right is the display of politicalstatements and/or commercial messages on behalf of legal products and services.Students are expected to exercise this right responsibly, without disrupting theeducational process and in accordance with accepted community standards.Clothing advertising alcohol, tobacco or other drugs is at a counter purpose withDistrict AODA programs and is, therefore, deemed unacceptable.Communic a ble Disease s (Policy #5141.3)If your child has a rash, sore throat, runny nose, fever or cough, please keep them34

at home, as these symptoms may be the first signs of contagious diseases.Please report contagious diseases to the Waukesha County Public Health Divisionand your school office.School district personnel are responsible for reporting communicable diseases tothe County Health Department. Pupils who are suspected of having acommunicable disease may be sent home by a teacher or principal. The parentswill be notified as soon as possible.If a child becomes ill or is seriously injured at school, the school will try to notifyparents or legal guardians by telephone. If the school is unable to reach theparents or legal guardians, the person listed as the alternate contact will be calledand requested to pick up the child. In cases when the school is unable to contactthe parents, legal guardians, or alternate person, and the situation appears to beone in which the child needs emergency medical attention, 911 will be called.Me dic a t ion (Polic y #5141.2)Legally, and for the safety of all our students, all medication taken while at schoolmust be kept in the health room. Students are not allowed to have any medication(over-the-counter or prescribed) on school premises. Authorization forms foradministering medication are available in either the health room or the guidanceoffice. Medication will only be administered by designed school staff after anauthorization form has been properly completed and submitted to the health room.Students may not carry any medication on their persons.Over-the-counter Medication: The authorization form for over-the-countermedication requires the signature of a parent/guardian. All over-the-countermedication must be supplied in its original container. Dosages above themanufacturerʼs recommendation will require a doctorʼs authorization.Prescribed Medication: The authorization form for prescribed medicationrequires the signatures of both the prescribing physician and the parent/guardian.The medication must be supplied in a pharmacy-labeled container, andinstructions for dosage and time to be given must be clearly written.We a pons in Sc hool (Policy #6131.7)The definition of weapons includes:• Pocket or household knives• Guns (including imitations)• Ammunition• Martial arts weapons• Clubs• Chemical weapons (such as pepper spray and tear gas)• Electric weapons (used to immobilize or incapacitate)• Explosive devices• Others as defined by state lawThe Police Department will be notified if a student is found to possess any of theabove items.35

Ac a de mic Honest y (Policy #6175)All schoolwork submitted for the purpose of meeting course requirements, mustrepresent the efforts of the individual student. Any form of academic dishonestyis prohibited.Curriculum Modifications May Be Available Under CompulsoryAttendance Law – Wisc onsin Statut e #1 18.15(l) (D)Wisconsin Statute #1 18.15(l) (D) provides for program or curriculum modificationsfor parents, guardians or students who make a written request. The law providesa listing of possible changes as well as the responsibilities of the school district inresponding to any requests for modifications.Pupil Re mova l From Cla ssroom (Policy #6130) Philosophy/ScopeThe district is committed to maintaining a favorable academic atmosphere in all ofits classrooms. Teachers are expected to create a positive learning climate forstudents in their classrooms and to maintain proper order. All students areexpected to behave in the classroom in such a manner that a positive learningatmosphere can be established. Students are also expected to abide by all rulesof behavior established by the Board of Education, school administration andclassroom teachers.Student behavior that is dangerous, disruptive, and unruly or that substantiallyinterferes with the teacherʼs ability to teach effectively will not be tolerated. Anystudent who engages in such behavior may be subject to removal from class.CITY OF WAUKESHA POLICE DEPARTMENTPARENTS & STUDENTS, please take note of some of the appropriate ordinancesand penalties listed below:7.04 Parking on School Grounds Without a permit $ 13.0011.05(1) Loitering/Prowling $109.0011.06 Loitering Near School Juvenile $109.00Adult $235.0011.065 Truancy – must appear w/parentif under 18 $109.0011.08 Littering $109.0011.09 Possession of Tobacco Products(under 18) $ 96.4011.947.01 Simple Disorderly Conduct - Juvenile #1 $109.00#2 $172.00Simple Disorderly Conduct-Adult 17+ $298.0036