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HarrisonburgCity Public SchoolsAndHarrisonburgHigh School2010-2011Student/ParentHandbookMotivate, Educate, Celebratewww.harrisonburg.k12.va.us/hhs

Handbook Highlights and Reminders for 2010-2011Attendance Policy for Absences/Tardies – The only acceptable reasons for an absenceor tardy to school include: Appointments (doctor, dentist, professional) – Student must attend classes duringpart of the day unless the nature and distance or appointment makes thisimpossible. A note from the doctor/dentist/professional is required. Extenuating circumstances, which are determined by the school administration Doctor verified illness Court appearance Death in immediate family Religious holidays Field Trips and school-related activitiesGPA Policy for VHSL Activities – Students will be required to maintain a 1.5 GPA toparticipate in VHSL activities. See page 34 for more details.College-Bound Scholarship Athlete (NCAA) – Any student wishing to participate inDivision I or Division II athletics must be certified by the NCAA Initial-EligibilityClearinghouse. Read page 37 for details.After-School Snack – A free snack is available in the cafeteria to students participatingin remediation or enrichment activities.After School Detention (ASD) – ASD is held on Monday and Wednesday. MondayASD will begin at 2:26 and conclude at 4:10 p.m. Monday ASD will begin at 2:26 andconclude at 3:10 p.m. See page 54 for details.Saturday School – Will take place from 9:25 a.m. until 11:10 a.m. Students will enterthrough the BSA entrance (South 1).Cell phone/electronic devices – Cell phones and all other electronic devices are not to bevisible during the school day.Open House – August 19, 2010 from 11:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Parent/Teacher Conferences – October 14, 2010 and March 10 and March 11, 2011Project 4T (Teaching Teens and Tots Together)This is a program to assist students in overcoming the barriers to completion of highschool encountered by pregnant and parenting teens. The parent(s) are required to spenda half-hour each morning and their and lunch block in the nursery helping with thechildren. They must also attend the twice-monthly Activity Day Period. For moreinformation, see Mrs. Beahm or Mrs. Hart.2

Table of ContentsGeneral Information 5WelcomeHistorySchool PhilosophyWe BelieveResidencySchool StaffGraduation Requirements 11DefinitionsDiploma OptionsTransfer StudentsDiploma SealsAdditional InformationInstruction 19Computer Use at HHSStudent Email UseReport CardsImportant Dates to RememberGrading ScaleInterim Reports and Parent-TeacherConferencesStaff EmailAdvanced Placement ClassesVirtual High SchoolMassanutten Technical CenterVirtual VirginiaDual EnrollmentConcurrent Enrollment ClassesMassanutten Governor’s SchoolGrade Point Averages and Rank inClassHonor CodeSchool BulletinNational Honor SocietyPromotion RequirementsCourse CreditSummer SchoolBlue Streak AcademyEducational RecordsTesting SchedulePSATServices 25CafeteriaGuidanceCourse RequestsStudent ChangesStudent Work Permit GuidelinesGifted ProgramStudent Assistance ProgramHomebound/After School ProgramsLibrary Media CenterProject RescueProject GraduationLockersLost and FoundStudent ValuablesDriver EducationAutomobiles and ParkingBlue Streak AwardRecognition of ExcellenceTransportationScholarshipsSenior Service ProjectAthletics, Clubs, and 32OrganizationsStudent Cooperative AssociationDancesStudent PublicationsRenaissance ProgramSportsmanshipVHSL ActivitiesAthletic Trainers ProgramAthletic Game Day Dress CodeGood School StandingTicket PricesAthletic EligibilityCollege Bound AthletesParent-Teacher-Student AssociationClubs, Groups, and OrganizationsBy-LawsPerforming Groups3

Operating Procedures 39AnnouncementsHomeroomChanging Address and PhoneNumberVideo SurveillanceFire Drill/Emergency ProceduresPosting of Signs and AnnouncementsUse of ElevatorUse of School Facilities andEquipmentFinancial PoliciesFund-RaisingSchool Closing Due to InclementWeatherSenior PrivilegesCommencement AttireTelephoneVisitorsBus Safety/AccidentAttendance 43Compulsory School AttendanceTruancy ProcedureStudent AbsencesNotes from HomeStudent IllnessHigh School AttendanceClosed CampusStudents 18 Years of Age and OlderExams and ExemptionsLeaving School During the DayLate Arrivals and Early DismissalsSchool ActivitiesTardy PolicyStudent Discipline 48Areas of Violations and theirDefinitionsApplicability of School RulesSocial ProbationDrug and Weapon Free ZonePersonal Listening DevicesCell PhonesDress CodeAssembliesStudent Traffic Inside BuildingOff-Limit AreasStaying After SchoolSeizure of Illegal MaterialsDisciplinary Programs andConsequencesAppeals of Out of SchoolRemoval of Students from ClassResponsibilities 57A Final NoteWe Are Harrisonburg High SchoolSchool SafetyParent ResponsibilitiesStudent ResponsibilitiesTeacher ResponsibilitiesAdditional Information 60Bell ScheduleSample ScheduleAdditional Bell SchedulesWhere, What, and Who in YourSchoolWhat To Do IfStudent Drop Off Traffic Pattern4

GENERAL INFORMATIONGeneral InformationWelcomeThis new school year is one that brings to the student body, staff, and the administration a widerange of changes and challenges as well as the opportunity to be an integral part of andparticipate in one of the finest secondary education programs in the state.With a dedicated staff and a motivated student body, the administration looks forward to servingthe young men and women of our community in their personal mission of attaining the besteducational preparation while experiencing successful personal growth.It is important that each of us demonstrate on a daily basis a standard of conduct whichexemplifies a respect for self, others, and property, a willingness to work cooperatively toovercome conflicts which interfere with the learning process, and the desire to create andmaintain a social climate which insures physical safety and mental wellness.HistoryThe public school system in Harrisonburg had its beginning in 1871, one year after the GeneralAssembly of Virginia had enacted a law to establish a public school system in the state. OnSeptember 23, 1871, the first meeting of the school board was held to organize the public schoolsystem. The board elected to start with three separate schools, one for boys, another for girls,and still another for black students.In 1879 a seven-room brick building was erected on South Main Street on the site of the FemaleSeminary, which had been used for the girl's public school until this time. It was in this buildingand on these grounds that Harrisonburg High School had its beginning.In 1906 the high school and the eighth grade were housed on the second floor of the MasonicTemple. Two years later a stone building was erected in front of the brick building for the highschool students. In 1928 the high school department, along with the seventh and eighth grades,was moved to the present location of the East Building of the old high school on South HighStreet.In September 1967 the high school moved to Grace Street (west building). This structure islocated on land joining the older building and was built at the cost of approximately two milliondollars. The 1100-seat auditorium was erected in 1952 and the Claude Warren Field House waserected in 1961.In 1989 the opening of the new Thomas Harrison Middle School and the subsequent move of thestaff and student body of Thomas Harrison Junior High resulted in the expansion of theHarrisonburg High School facility to include both east and west complexes.In 1994, the year in which Harrisonburg High School celebrated its 100th Anniversary, an elevenand a half million dollar, eighteen month-long major renovation project was completed atHarrisonburg High School. All structures included in the high school complex, namely, the 19275

General InformationHigh Street building, the 1934 West Classroom addition, the 1950 Auditorium and NorthClassroom additions, the 1959 Claude Warren Fieldhouse, the 1965 Grace Street building andthe vocational structure were extensively renovated. In addition to the renovation of existingspace, thirteen additional classrooms and major expansions of the library and the cafeteria werecompleted.In the 2001-2002 school year, the Harrisonburg City School Board and the Harrisonburg CityCouncil approved the construction and funding of a new Harrisonburg High School that openedin August of 2005 on Garbers Church Road.In 1894 there was one teacher in the high school, Mr. W.H. Keister, who was also its principal.The term was seven months and there were thirteen pupils. In 1908, Mr. Keister was madeSupervising Principal of the Harrisonburg Schools. In 1918, he was made Superintendent of theHarrisonburg Public Schools; the position was held until 1947.Mr. M.H. Bell, who served until 1964, succeeded Mr. Keister. Following Mr. Bell were Mr. RayV. Sonner and Mr. Hugh Nolen, each serving two years. Mr. Wayne King served from July1968 to June 1985. Mr. C. Alan Hiner served from July 1985 to June 30, 1995. Dr. J. W. Goodserved from July 1, 1995 to June 30, 1997. Dr. Donald Ford followed until June 30, 2010.Dr. Scott Kizner is currently Superintendent of Harrisonburg City Public Schools.Harrisonburg High School has had the following principals:William H. Keister 1894-1909James C. Johnson 1909-1913J. Henry Robinson 1913-1915B.B. White 1915-1917Norman E. Smith 1917-1923B.L. Stanley 1923-1949C.E. Cooley 1949-1956Melton Wright 1956-1958Ray V. Sonner 1958-1963Robert H. Horn 1963-1965Claude W. Milam 1965-1968C.B. Dix Jr. 1968-1973H.C. Bowers, III 1973-1978L.D. Vick 1978-1987Paul N. Cogar 1987-1991John E. Heubach 1991-2000Irene Reynolds 2000-6

School PhilosophyGeneral InformationOur mission is to prepare every student to succeed and to become a contributing member of ourglobal society. We will strive to do this in an academically challenging, safe, and nurturingenvironment where all students, school personnel, parents, and community members are activeand responsible participants. To accomplish this end, it is the philosophy of Harrisonburg HighSchool to motivate our students' intellectual curiosity and sense of social responsibility, educateour students to become life-long learners and independent thinkers, and celebrate the diversity ofour students' cultures, opinions, and achievements. This philosophy can only be realized withinan atmosphere conducive to creative thinking and risk-taking, open discussion, and shareddecision-making.We Believe....That all students can and must learn; that all human beings have dignity and worth; that selfesteem comes from rising to challenges and being successful; that teaching and learning shouldbe fun, but not necessarily easy; that we have not yet tapped the full potential of any student; thatstudents must be expected to perform and apply learning; that every student that receives adiploma from our school should have a plan for the future and be fully prepared to implementthat plan.ResidencyA person of school age is eligible if residing in the Harrisonburg City School division with anatural parent, adoptive parent, court-appointed guardian or custodian (as properly shown bycourt order). Any student moving outside of the school attendance district must notify the schoolattendance officer of the change of residence within 30 days of the change in residence. Failureto do so could result in a tuition assessment and immediate withdrawal from the HarrisonburgCity Public Schools.7

SCHOOL STAFFSchool StaffADMINISTRATIONIrene Reynolds, PrincipalMichael Eye, Assistant PrincipalJeremy Knapp, Assistant PrincipalJay Supko, Assistant PrincipalJoe Carico, Athletic DirectorTBA, Resource OfficerAUXILIARY SERVICESJill Hart, Alternative EducationAngela Knupp, School NurseMonica Johns, Student AssistanceCoordinatorDwayne Hottinger, NetworkAdministratorEthan Zook, School PsychologistBrenda Greever, Reading SpecialistJack Smith, AttendanceElizabeth Beahm, ISAEP ProgramRick Castaneda, Home-School LiaisonYolanda Blake, Home-School LiaisonValentina Sokolyuk, Home-SchoolLiaisonMuhammed Kareem, Home-SchoolLiaisonDonita Rhodes, Home-School LiaisonGarrie Storie, Athletic TrainerTricia Newcomb, Cafeteria ManagerMichael Cox, Star_Base AdministratorDiana Flick, ITRTLaura McGrath, ESL CoordinatorMarcia Lamphier, RegistrarGail Collins, Differentiation SpecialistBonnie Anderson, PASS/AVIDCheryl Logan, Career CoachCLERICALBeth Cash, Main Office ReceptionistSarah Grefe, Assistant Principal’sSecretaryCathy Grogg, Attendance SecretaryVeronica Ortiz, Guidance SecretaryPatricia Pineda, Attendance SecretaryTammy Shepard, Fiscal OfficerPat Supko, Athletic SecretaryBeverly Sturm, Admin. SecretaryBradley Walton, Library SecretaryTBA, Copy/Mail RoomCUSTODIAL STAFFLuz GironEddie HartKarl HartSandra LaneCarl MillerChris ShifflettAmos SimmonsDale SpitzerVirginia SpitzerADOLESCENT LITERACYShelia AntonnicolaCrystal BergeyJay BlairRachel BolyardJere BorgVerity CaronRuth DavisEmilie DeterdingVirginia GreenlawBrenda Greever, ITLJosh HaroldVicki HarrisRachel HershbergerAmy HistandBen KurtzDavid LoughranMark MaceSandy MercerRichard MorrellLaura NelsonPeter NormentCrystal ReidJennifer RoseLeigh-Ann RuckerCathryn SoenksenJason StuhlmillerEryn SutliffStan SwartzSarah TaylorKaren WhetzelJennifer Whorrall8

School StaffENGLISH DEPARTMENTSheila Antonnicola, Co-ITLTracy BarrJoseph BepplerVerity CaronJoe DeelySheila Fielding, Co-ITLAmy HistandValerie KiblerDavid LoughranRichard MorrellPeter NormentCrystal ReidJennifer RoseCathryn SoenksenMary StricklerStanley SwartzSarah TaylorENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGECrystal BergeyRuth DavisRachel HershbergerBen KurtzMichelle LeamanLaura NelsonJROTCColonel Roy McCutcheonSergeant Lawrence O’KeeffeFINE ARTS DEPARTMENTJauan Brooks, ITLKelley Shradley-HorstBethany HouffJR SnowStanley SwartzWORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENTEdson ArangoNancy Faulkner, Co-ITLKim HookPaul KlemtMichelle LeamanConstanza RojasSally YoungPhilip Yutzy, Co-ITLGUIDANCE DEPARTMENTAmy Powers, DirectorDavid HooverLauren KershnerRachel LindenTim MeyersINSTRUCTIONAL AIDESKaren AllmendingerSheila BanksLynda BlackwellHenry GarciaMuhammed KareemJordan LoomisOfelia NicolMarie ShearerValentina SokolyukSteve WszalekLIBRARYDebra WitmanTBAMATHEMATICSMaryam BaileyMartha BlairLawrence ChicoTricia CummingsGeoff EstesMike ForneckerPatricia KelleyDina McGradyTerry Murray, ITLKevin NafzigerDavid RushElisabeth SarcoWilliam TurnerAlison WhalenAngela YurachekPHYSICAL EDUCATIONThomas ButlerChris GrefeBen KurtzPaul Rath, Co-ITLJennifer Thompson, Co-ITLKevin TysingerAmy Wheeler9

School StaffSCIENCE DEPARTMENTGehrie BairElizabeth BarrettAdam GobleVirginia GreenlawVicki HarrisJerry Hertzler, ITLKasey HovermaleAndrew JacksonPenny MartinezDeanna ShoemakerSuzanne SmithEryn SutliffSOCIAL STUDIESCharles BlairJere BorgMark HealyBeth HookJay HookKirk Moyers, ITL/Social StudiesCoordinatorTim SarverMark TuetingKris VassCara WaltonJennifer WhorrallCAREER AND TECHNICALEDUCATIONMaurizio AntonnicolaSusan BrentSherri Chapman, CTE CoordinatorMallory CromerDavid HeatwoleDiana KernVickie McAlister, Co-ITLDaniel ShafferBridget SmithSeth Stratford, Co-ITLMoses TinsleyDarrell WilsonSPECIAL EDUCATIONRachel BolyardTameka BurroughsEmilie DeterdingDavid LongSandra MercerLynette NussbaumSallye ParkerLeigh-Ann Rucker, Co-ITLMelanie Smith, Co-ITLJason StuhlmillerKaren WhetzelWalt Williamson10

Graduation RequirementsGRADUATION REQUIREMENTSIt is important to keep track of the requirements for graduation. This section defines many of theissues that come up when discussing these requirements. A course record sheet is included at theend of this document. It is recommended that students and parents keep track of the student’sprogress toward graduation requirements. The graduation requirements for a student are thosethat are in place the first time they enter high school as a ninth grader.DefinitionsStandard Unit of Credit:Verified Unit of Credit:End-of-Course SOL Test:Student earns a passing grade in course.Student earns a passing grade in course and passes the associatedEnd-of-Course SOL Test, substitute assessment, student selectedtest, or certain professional and industry certifications andlicenses.Test created for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Tests are basedon prescribed Standards of Learning (SOL) and are given in thefollowing courses:English Math Science Social StudiesEnglish 11ReadingAlgebra 1 Earth Science GeographyEnglish 11World HistoryGeometry BiologyWriting1Algebra 2 ChemistryWorld History2US HistoryThere are three scoring categories on these tests: Not Proficient(0-399), Proficient (400-499), and Advanced Proficient (500-600).Substitute Assessments:Student-Selected Tests:Sequential electives:Tests approved by the State Board of Education that enablestudents to earn verified units of credit. For a complete list ofthese tests, see the guidance department.Test required to pass in order to earn a standard or advancedstudies diploma. Test may come from any of the following:(a) any end-of-course SOL test that is not already satisfyinga required verified credit, or;(b) tests in computer science, technology, or other areas asprescribed by the State Board of Education, or;(c) substitute tests approved by the State Board ofEducation.Elective courses required for a standard or modified standarddiploma that are a focused sequence of elective courses leadingto further education or preparation for employment developed by11

Graduation Requirementsthe school division consistent with Board of Educationguidelines and as approved by the local school board.Expedited Retakes:Remediation:Virginia AlternateAssessment Program:Career Cluster:Diploma OptionsIf preliminary results of SOL tests are returned to the schoolbefore the end of the school year and a student was found “NotProficient” and scored between 375 and 399 on any test thenthey may be given the opportunity to retake the test.During the summer, students that are found “Not Proficient” onany End-of-course test are invited to attend a program to reviewthe information and retake the test.This program is available to students with disabilities and is forstudents who do not participate in the Virginia Standards ofLearning testing program. Participation in the alternateassessment is decided upon by the IEP team upon meeting therequirements of the program as outlined by the state.Career clusters identify pathways from secondary school to twoandfour-year colleges, graduate school, and the workplace, sostudents can learn in school and what they can do in the future.For additional information regarding Career ClusterRequirements at Harrisonburg High School, contact theGuidance Department.Standard and Advanced Studies DiplomaThe credit requirements for the Standard and Advanced Studies Diploma are listed below.Requirements to satisfy the credit requirements follow.Number of Credits Verified Credits #Subject Area Standard Advanced Standard AdvancedEnglish 4 4 2 2Mathematics 3 4 1 2Lab Science 3 4 1 2Social Studies 3 4 1 2ForeignLanguage- 3*Health and PE 2 2Fine andPractical Arts1 1Electives 6 ¥ 2 1** 1**Total 22 2412

Graduation Requirements# To earn a verified credit a student must pass the course and the associated End-of-Course (EOC)SOL Test.*3 years of one language or 2 years of 2 different languages.**This verified credit can be in any area (math, science, social studies, or substitute assessment)¥ Credits in this area must include 2 courses in sequence. (Sequential Electives)Standard Diploma RequirementsMathematics:Science:Social Studies:Electives:Courses shall be at or above the level of Algebra and shall include at least twocourse selections from the following: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, or othermathematics courses above the level of algebra and geometry.Courses shall include course selections from at least two of the following sciencedisciplines from earth science, biology, chemistry, or physics.Courses shall include US and Virginia History, US and Virginia Government, andone world history/geography course. Courses that satisfy the worldhistory/geography requirement are: World History 1, World Geography, and WorldHistory 2.Courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequential electives.Beginning with the ninth grade class of 2005-2006, students earning a standarddiploma will be required to complete a career cluster.Advanced Studies RequirementsMathematics:Science:Social Studies:Languages:Courses shall be at or above the level of algebra and shall include at least threecourse selections from the following: algebra 1, geometry, algebra 2, or othermathematics courses above the level of algebra and geometry. Beginning with theclass of 2014, full year algebra and full year geometry will only count as one mathcredit.Courses shall include course selections from at least three of the following sciencedisciplines from earth science, biology, chemistry, or physics.Courses shall include U.S. and Virginia History, U.S. and Virginia Government,and two world history/geography courses. Courses that satisfy the worldhistory/geography requirement are: World History 1, World Geography, and WorldHistory 2.Students must complete a three-year sequence in a foreign language or take a twoyearsequence of two different languages.Modified Standard DiplomaThe modified standard diploma is intended for certain students at the secondary level who have adisability and are unlikely to meet the credit requirements for a Standard Diploma. The student’s IEPteam determines eligibility and participation in the program and can be made at any point after thestudent’s eighth grade year. Written consent from the parent is required. Students pursuing thisdiploma option are permitted to take classes that allow them to pursue a Standard or AdvancedStudies diploma. Students earning a Modified Standard Diploma must earn a score of at least 299 onthe eighth grade English Reading/Literature/Research SOL test and a score of at least 360 on theeighth grade Mathematics SOL test. Students may substitute a higher-level Standards of Learning13

Graduation Requirementstest (i.e., end-of-course English [reading], Algebra I, Algebra II, or Geometry) for the 8 th gradeStandards of Learning (SOL) tests in English (Reading, Literature, and Research) and mathematics orother substitute tests approved by the Board.DisciplineStandard CreditsEnglish 4Mathematics 1 3Science 2 2History and Social Science 3 2Health and PhysicalEducation2Fine or Practical Arts 1Electives 4 6Total 201 Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include content from among the applications ofalgebra, geometry, personal finance, and statistics in courses that have been approved by the Board2 Courses completed shall include content from at least two of the following: applications of earthscience, biology, chemistry, or physics in courses approved by the Board.3 Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include one unit of credit in US and VirginiaHistory and one unit of credit in US and Virginia Government in courses approved by the Board.4 Courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequential electives in the same mannerrequired for the Standard Diploma.Certificate of Program CompletionThe Certificate of Program Completion is not a diploma. It is for students who have completed therequired number of standard units of credit for the standard diploma, but have not completed therequired number of verified units of credit.General Achievement DiplomaThe General Achievement Diploma is intended to provide a diploma option for high school dropoutsand individuals who exit high school without a diploma. It should not be a first option for high schoolstudents.Individuals who are at least 18 years of age and not enrolled in public school or not otherwisemeeting the compulsory school attendance requirements set forth in the Code of Virginia §22.1-254shall be eligible to earn the General Achievement Diploma. Diploma candidates may be individualswho are of the age1 to enroll in a public school whether they choose to enroll or not; or individualswho because of their age are not eligible to enroll in a public school.Discipline AreaStandard Units ofCredit RequiredEnglish 4Math 3Science 2History and Social Sciences 2Electives 9Total 20Assessment RequiredAchieve a passing score onthe GED examination14

Graduation RequirementsAdditional information is available in the Guidance Department.Special DiplomaThe special diploma is intended for certain students at the secondary level who have a disability andare unlikely to meet the credit requirements for a diploma. The student’s IEP team determineseligibility and participation in the program. Written consent from the parent is required. The IEPteam sets goals and decides what the student needs to complete in order to earn the special diploma.GED Certificate (ISAEP)The Individualized Student Alternative Education Program (ISAEP) is a state program that allowsstudents to participate in the GED tests prior to their eighteenth birthday. Students must be at leastsixteen and meet eligibility requirements to enter the program. Additional information about thisprogram can be found in the Blue Streak Academy or Guidance Department.Workplace Preparedness CertificateThe Workplace Preparedness Certificate is not a diploma. This certificate is intended to providestudents with sufficient skills for employability. The receiving student must be at least 17 years ofage. Please see your guidance counselor for more information.Number of Credits Needed*Career Cluster Courses 5(Must complete 5 career courses includinga sequential completer or successfully completea two year program through MTC)Math/Science/English/Social Studies** 6Electives*** 2________Total Credits Needed 13Any modification must have administrative approval.*Credits do not need to be verified by State end-of-course tests.**Four of the credits obtained must be from each core subject area and two more courses of thestudent’s choice from any of the four core subject areas. To satisfy the English requirement coursestaken must be at Transitional English level and above. Applied courses in the core subject areas canalso be used to satisfy this credit requirement.***One elective credit must be an introductory or advanced level computer course.This certificate is intended to provide students with sufficient skills for employability.The receiving student must be at least 17 years of age.15

Graduation RequirementsTransfer StudentsStudents that transfer into a Virginia public high school after the ninth grade may have differentgraduation requirements, depending on when they transferred for the first time into a Virginia HighSchool.Standard DiplomaBeginning=First 20 hours of instructionStudents transferring into aVirginia public school for thefirst timeDuring 9 th GradeBeginning of 10 th GradeDuring 10 th GradeBeginning of 11 th GradeDuring 11 th GradeBeginning of 12 th GradeDuring 12 th GradeTransfer Students-Advanced Studies DiplomaBeginning=First 20 hours of instructionStudents transferring into aVirginia public school for the firsttimeDuring 9 th GradeBeginning of 10 th GradeDuring 10 th GradeBeginning of 11 th GradeDuring 11 th GradeBeginning of 12 th GradeDuring 12 th GradeMust Earn6 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected4 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected2 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent SelectedDuring= After first 20 hours of instructionNinth Graders in 2003-04 andbeyondStudents should be given every opportunity to earn a diploma; if this is notpossible, arrange to have the previous school award the diploma; or seek awaiver of the verified credit requirement from the DOEMust Earn211111111During= After first 20 hours of instructionNumber of Verified CreditsNeeded9 Verified CreditsEnglish2Mathematics2Science2History and Social Science2Student Selected16 Verified CreditsEnglish2Mathematics1Science1History and Social Science1Student Selected14 Verified CreditsEnglish1MathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected3Students should be given every opportunity to earn a diploma; if thisis not possible, arrange to have the previous school award thediploma; or seek a waiver of the verified credit requirement from theDOE1116

Graduation RequirementsDiploma SealsGovernor’s SealStudents who complete the requirements for an Advanced Studies Diploma with an average grade of"B" or better, and successfully complete at least one advanced placement course (AP), internationalbaccalaureate (IB), or one college-level course for credit will receive the Governor's Seal on thediploma.Board of Education SealBeginning with the ninth-grade class of 2000-01, students who complete the requirements for aStandard Diploma with an average grade of "A" will receive a Board of Education Seal on thediploma. Students in the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades in 2000-01 may earn the seal with a “B”average.The Board of Education’s Career and Technical Education SealAwarded to students who earn a Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma and complete a prescribedsequence of courses in a career and technical education concentration or specialization that theychoose and maintain a "B" or better average in those courses; or (i) pass an examination in a careerand technical education concentration or specialization that confers certification from a recognizedindustry, trade or professional association; or (ii) acquire a professional license in that career andtechnical education field from the Commonwealth of Virginia.The Board of Education's Seal of Advanced Mathematics and TechnologyAwarded to students who earn either a Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma and (i) satisfy all ofthe mathematics requirements for the Advanced Studies Diploma (four units of credit includingAlgebra II); two verified units of credit with a "B" average or better; and (ii) either (a) pass anexamination in a career and technical education field that confers certification from a recognizedindustry, or trade or professional association; (b) acquire a professional license in a career andtechnical education field from the Commonwealth of Virginia; or (c) pass an examination approvedby the Board that confers college-level credit in a technology or computer science area.Governor’s Senior Year Plus Early College Scholars AgreementCertificate awarded to students who have a “B” average or better, are pursuing an Advanced StudiesDiploma, will have completed college-level course work (Advanced Placement or Dual Enrollment)that will earn at least fifteen (15) transferable college credits, and be accepted to a college oruniversity.Civics Education SealTo earn a Board of Education Diploma Seal for Excellence in Civics Education a student must satisfyeach of the following four criteria:1) Satisfy the requirement to earn a Standard Diploma or an Advanced Studies Diploma; AND2) Complete Virginia and United States History and Virginia and United States Governmentcourses with a grade of “B” or higher; AND3) Complete 50 hours of voluntary participation in community service or extracurricularactivities. Activities that would count include:a) Volunteering for a charitable or religious organization that provides services to thepoor, sick or less fortunateb) Participating in Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts or similar youth organizationsc) Participating in JROTCd) Participating in political campaigns or government internships, or Boys State, GirlsState, or Model General Assemblye) Participating in school-sponsored extracurricular activities that have a civics focus.17

Graduation RequirementsAny student who enlists in the United States military prior to graduation will be deemed tohave met this community service requirement.AND4) Have good attendance and no disciplinary infractions as determined by local school boardpolicies.Additional InformationFor additional information on graduation requirements and programs please contact the guidancedepartment or visit the Virginia Department of Education’s Director’s Notebook athttp://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Instruction/osecdirec.html18

InstructionINSTRUCTIONComputer Use at HHSPlease read the Acceptable Use Policy in Appendix B in the Harrisonburg City Public Schools Handbook.Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action and/or loss of computer privileges.Student Email Use at HHSAccess to email services that are not maintained by Harrisonburg City Schools is not permissible.Students will be given school email accounts for the purpose of emailing themselves and staff memberseducationally appropriate materials. Email addresses will be user@student.harrisonburg.k12.va.us. Theuser name is determined by the 1 st initial, middle initial, and first four letters of your last name. Ifduplicate email addresses are encountered, a digit will be appended to the username.Example: Harris N. Burg: hnburg@student.harrisonburg.k12.va.usFor additional email access using this account (e.g. email other students (level 2) or email the world (level3) a teacher-sponsored request must be made.The administration will enforce the Acceptable Use Agreement (see Appendix B). Failure to comply withappropriate usage may result in disciplinary action.Report CardsStudent academic achievement as well as student attendance data is personally distributed to each studentin the form of a report card six times per year. (Only the last report card is mailed home!)Important Dates to RememberOpen House-1:00-6:00 PM, August 19, 2010Teacher hours 12:30-6:30Six Weeks Interim Reports Due End of Six Weeks Report Cards Sent1 st September 13 th October 4 th October 11 th2 nd October 25 th November 16 th November 23 rd3 rd December 7 th January 14 th January 21 st4 th February 7 th March 3 rd March 10 th5 th April 4 th April 26 th May 3 rd6 th May 16 th June 10 th June 17 th ¥*Subject to change. (Built-in snow days)¥ These report cards are mailed home.Scheduled Parent Conference Days are October 14 th , March 10 th and 11 th . Teachers areexpected to be available during the scheduled times. See Mrs. Reynolds if you have a conflictwith these dates.19

InstructionGrading ScaleThe grading system measures achievement within a course and is translated into a letter symbol on thereport card. The letter grade on the report card has the following numerical equivalent at HarrisonburgHigh School, Thomas Harrison Middle School and Skyline Middle School.Grade Description ScaleA Superior 93-100B Above Average 86-92C Average 78-85D Below Average 70-77F Failing 0-69Students are expected to present their report cards to their parents. Since no report card format canadequately provide all the information necessary to explain a student's total performance, parents areencouraged to contact the school when questions arise. Parents should arrange to attend Parent-TeacherConferences as well.Interim Reports and Parent-Teacher ConferencesHarrisonburg High School utilizes an Interim Report to notify parents of their student's progress or theirstudent's substandard achievement (D or F) in credited course work. These progress reports arecompleted by the classroom teachers at the mid-point of each six-week grading period and are maileddirectly to the student's home. Parents are urged to study the information that is contained on any interimreports received and to contact the classroom instructor sending the report to discuss the information ingreater detail.Staff EmailEvery staff member at Harrisonburg High School has an email address that they are required to checkdaily. To send mail the format for most employees is user@harrisonburg.k12.va.us. The first initial oftheir first name and their entire last name replaces the user part of the address. For example, Bob Smithwould be bsmith. Check Harrisonburg City Public Schools’ website for exact address due to someirregularities.Advanced PlacementAdvanced Placement classes are offered in a variety of subjects for all students who choose to register forthem. The Advanced Placement Program provides an opportunity for students to pursue college levelcourses while in high school. This program allows students to possibly receive high school credits andpossible college credits simultaneously. To register for an AP exam, the student must be enrolled in acourse that is designed to give appropriate instruction in the topics assessed by that test. Fees for thesecourses may be reduced or waived for students who receive free or reduced lunch.Virtual High SchoolVirtual High School (VHS) offers full semester online courses to high school students. VHS class,because it is conducted entirely over the Internet, in many ways offers more flexibility than face-to-faceclasses. Students access their class every school day during one class block, in the evenings and onweekends. Your student’s VHS teacher and classmates will be posting assignments, commenting todiscussions, and providing feedback in class throughout any given week. An application and selectionprocess is required.20

MTC – Massanutten Technical CenterServicesMassanutten Technical Center is a regional career and technical school serving students fromHarrisonburg City and Rockingham County. Technical class programs are held from 8:50 AM to 11:10AM for first-year students and from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM for second-year students. MTC provides theskills needed for employment in local industries and the necessary background for both careeradvancement and continued education. Students successfully completing an MTC program will receive acertificate. Additionally, some programs provide the appropriate instruction so those students areprepared to pass state or national certification standards.Virtual VirginiaVirtual Virginia includes the Virginia Virtual Advanced Placement School and offers online AP courses.Virtual Virginia also includes world language and elective courses for students across the state and nation.The courses utilize video segments, audio clips, whiteboard and online discussions, as well as textlessons. Teachers are available for telephone conversations with students throughout the school day, andhold some evening office hours. Courses can be scheduled flexibly throughout the day as courses do nothave to be taken in ‘real’ time.Virtual Virginia does not have a specific grading scale; the local school will convert the numeric gradeawarded to a letter grade based on the local grading scale. Honors points, weighting and other specialconsiderations are made at the discretion of the local school, and should be determined prior to thestudent’s enrollment. Online AP students should be given the same consideration as students taking APcourses at their local schools.Dual EnrollmentQualified students may be eligible to enroll in Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) classes whileattending Harrisonburg High School for both high school and college credit. These classes are offered inEnglish, math and CTE at the HHS campus. All dual enrollment classes will be graded on a 10 pointscale in keeping with Blue Ridge Community College policy. Final exams will count no higher than 20%of the student’s grade. Contact the guidance department for additional information. Harrisonburg CityPublic Schools does not cover the expenses incurred for tuition, books and other fees associated withstudents enrolling in these courses. Dual enrollment classes may not be taken while on homebound or inthe After School Alternative Education Program (ASAEP).Concurrent Enrollment ClassesStudents may enroll in classes through a college or university and receive both college and high schoolcredit upon prior approval from the Principal and Guidance Director. The type and amount of creditawarded for these courses will be determined by the Guidance Director based upon state guidelines. Seethe Guidance Department for additional information. Note: Harrisonburg City Public Schools does notcover the expenses incurred for tuition, books, and other fees associated with students enrolling in thesecourses.Massanutten Governor’s SchoolThe Massanutten Governor’s School for Integrated Environmental Science and Technology is atuition free public high school designed for juniors and seniors who are interested in an alternative to thetraditional high school curriculum. This ½ day Governor’s School is a cooperative effort of theRockingham County, Shenandoah County, Page County and Harrisonburg City Schools.21

Grade Point Averages and Rank in ClassServicesA grade point average (GPA) is computed for each student by first awarding "quality points" to each finalgrade earned in his or her course work, and then by dividing the total number of quality points awardedby the total number of credits attempted. (Please note in the table that follows that the number of qualitypoints awarded to grades in Honors Course work differs from those in Regular classes.) The GPAs arethen placed in order from highest to lowest in order to determine each student's rank in class. GPAs andrank in class are computed at the end of the year for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors, and at the end ofthe first semester for seniors.If a student repeats a course, both final grades for the course are utilized in determining GPAs and rank inclass. Additionally, all credited course work is included in determining GPAs and all students areincluded in class ranking.The high school classes taken in middle school (Algebra I, Algebra II, French I, Spanish I, etc.) will beincluded and affect a student's GPA. Honor graduates are students with a 3.5 GPA (cumulative over fouryears).Quality points are assigned to each letter grade in accordance with the following formula:Regular Classes Honors Classes AP/College* CoursesA 4 points 4.5 points 5 pointsB 3 points 3.5 points 4 pointsC 2 points 2.5 points 3 pointsD 1 point 1.5 points 2 pointsF 0 points 0 points 0 points*College Courses must have administrative approval.Honor CodeAs a student at Harrisonburg High School it is your responsibility to ensure that all assignmentsyou complete and submit are your work. Cheating, plagiarism, and fraud in any form areconsidered ethical violations and will not be tolerated. Disciplinary action may be taken for anyassignment violating the honor code.School Bulletin/AnnouncementsEach school day, the school will email a daily bulletin to all parents for whom we have an email address.The bulletin contains the announcements that are read at school that day.National Honor SocietyStudents may not apply for membership in the National Honor Society. Membership is granted only to11 th and 12 th grade students selected by the faculty council. Selection is made during the first semestereach year and is based on no fewer than four semesters. A recognition ceremony and a subsequentreception are held in the spring. Students are eligible for consideration on the basis of cumulative gradepoint average, service, leadership, and character.The academic requirement is a 3.5 or greater (student's cumulative grade point average). The minimumgrade point average allowable is 85 percent, (on a 4.0 scale), or the equivalent standard of excellence.The faculty council may raise the required cumulative grade point average. The faculty council may alsospecify a prerequisite number of academic courses or weight grades in recognition of the varying degreesof difficulty of courses of study. Rules such as "no grade below B" are not acceptable. A failing grade isnot an acceptable reason to automatically eliminate a student's candidacy.22

ServicesIn addition to the academic prerequisites, prospective candidates are evaluated in the areas of leadership,service, and character, and the faculty council reviews the definitions of these criteria. For furtherinformation, contact the faculty sponsor.Promotion RequirementsThe chart below details the number of credits required to be officially classified in a particular gradelevel.For Promotion:Credits Required9 th to 10 th Grade 610 th to 11 th 1211 th to 12 th 17*Minimum for graduation 22*Effective with the class of 2007, to be classified as a 12 th grade student, one must have completed threeyears of high school and earned enough credits towards graduation such that they are eight or fewerrequired credits remaining of those needed for a standard diploma.Course CreditCourse additions to the schedule must be made prior to the sixth class meeting. If a student withdrawsfrom a course during that time, the course will not appear on the permanent record. If the studentwithdraws after that time and is doing satisfactory work, the permanent record will indicate a WP(withdrawn passing). If the student is failing the course dropped, the record will indicate a WF(withdrawn failing). A WF is included in determining a student's GPA. Should a student withdraw formedical reasons, the permanent record will indicate WM (withdrawn medical). In this situation thestudent must furnish the principal with a doctor's written recommendation.Summer SchoolStudents considering summer school should talk with their guidance counselor about courses that mightbe offered or other options. Students who wish to sign up for summer programs may pick up aregistration form in the Guidance Department. The superintendent can require any student who has failedan SOL end-of-course test to attend summer school at the division’s expense for remediation only. Allfees will be paid on the first day of summer school.Blue Streak AcademyBlue Streak Academy is an alternative education program available at Harrisonburg High School.Students in this program can take classes that meet graduation requirements in a variety of manners,including independent assignments and on-line courses. Students in this program may also work towardearning their General Equivalency Development (GED) diploma through the state designedIndividualized Student Alternative Education Program (ISAEP), once they meet the qualifications. Foradditional information about the Blue Streak Academy and available alternative education programs,please see your guidance counselor.Community College ConnectionEnrolling in community college following high school graduation is a choice many high school studentsare considering. Having a reputable community college close by makes the decision to attend even moreappealing for students and parents. Recent data revealed that students planning to enroll at communitycollege needed to enhance their reading, writing and math skills while in high school to help ensureplacement into non-remedial college classes upon enrollment. Harrisonburg High School has developed23

Servicesthe Community College Connection program to assist with bridging the gap from high school to collegereadiness. It is imperative that students take appropriate English and math classes all four years of highschool to better prepare for a successful community college experience. Students participating in theCommunity College Connection program will enjoy benefits of being a part of an identified group whileexperiencing trips to Blue Ridge Community College, getting connected with personnel well-versed inaddressing career plans, as well as participating in seminars addressing topics of interest. We feelconfident that through appropriate planning and successful completion of academic coursework studentscan bridge the connection to community college.We recommend that students preparing to enroll in community college take 4 years of math and completea minimum of Algebra 2 upon graduation. Science is recommended for all four years and it may benecessary to take chemistry for certain community college programs. Students need to enroll in one ormore of the dual enrollment courses (English, math or ITE 115) available at HHS. Following theseacademic recommendations can help to successfully transition students from high school to communitycollege.Educational RecordsCertain student records are designated as directory information and can be disclosed to certainorganizations without prior consent. Students who have reached 18 may opt out of this by producingwritten notification to the school. See Student Records in the HCPS handbook for additional information.Testing ScheduleTest First Semester Dates Second Semester DatesSOL DatesWritingRLR 11ScienceSocial StudiesMathematicsWriting: October 19th and20thEnd of Course testingbegins: December*Please check specific testdates before planningvacations etc.Writing: March 8 th and 9thEnd of Course testing begins:May*Please check specific testdates before planning vacationsetc.SATPSATAPEnglish Lit and CompFrenchCalculusComputer ScienceSpanishStatisticsUS HistoryEuropean HistoryBiologyChemistryGovernmentAccess for ELL’s (LEP)October 9November 6December 4October 13 thMay 5 th (AM)May 2 nd (PM)May 4 th (AM)May 3 rd (AM)May 3 rd (AM)May 3 rd (PM)May 6 th (AM)May 7 th (PM)May 10 th (AM)May 11 th (AM)May 3 rd (AM)MarchJanuary 22March 12* SAT onlyMay 7June 424

ServicesSERVICESCafeteriaThe Harrisonburg High School cafeteria operates under a schedule of three lunch shifts (see bellschedule). Students must eat lunch on their assigned lunch shift in order to assure proper balance on eachshift. No trays are to be taken from the cafeteria. Juniors and Seniors dining in the Junior/Seniorcourtyard area must use disposable trays.Harrisonburg High School has a computerized cash register system for payment of school meals and à laCarte items. All students (full paying, reduced, and free) have an account in their name that they use formeals and à la Carte purchases in the cafeteria (money withdrawals for vending machine purchases is notallowed). A Personal Identification Number (PIN) is assigned to each student. He/She must rememberthis number to key in at the register and must not give it to anyone else. This PIN is used throughout eachstudent’s career in Harrisonburg City Public Schools. Cash is accepted at the register if you wish to payon a daily basis. However, the student will still need to enter his/her Personal Identification Number(PIN) when making any purchases.For additional information about the Federal School Lunch program, contact the Food ServicesDepartment at 434-2752. Application forms for free/reduced lunches are available from the AttendanceOffice.The following polices will help to promote a more healthful and pleasing environment in the cafeteria:‣ No student is to break in line in front of others or to save places for friends.‣ Students may not purchase food for other students.‣ Students must not create a disturbance in the serving line.‣ Students must use the entrance doors and exit through the opening behind the cashiers.‣ Students must report and remain in the cafeteria during their assigned lunch shift with thefollowing exceptions:o Juniors and Seniors may eat in the courtyard by the library, weather permitting.ooStudents may sign out of the Cafeteria to go to the library, time and space permitting.Students may report to a classroom with a pre-approved pass from the teacher, however,the student may not take food with them to the classroom.‣ Teachers will have “Front of the Line” privileges during lunch.‣ Students are not permitted to run, yell, or throw things in the cafeteria.‣ Glass containers are not permitted in the school.‣ Students are responsible for straightening their area before leaving. This includes discarding oftrash on tables or floor, returning trays to the proper location, and pushing in chairs.‣ Students are responsible for completing their lunches before the end of the lunch shift. If studentsare late as a result of a cafeteria problem, a pass needs to be obtained from a school staff member.‣ Students who are not scheduled for lunch are not to be in the cafeteria, including passing throughas well.‣ Students are not to be in off-limit areas during lunch.‣ Students are not to sit on tables or floor.‣ All food is to be consumed on cafeteria tables.‣ Seniors are permitted to go to lunch five minutes early.25

Services2010 – 2011 Meal and A La Carte PricesLunchBreakfastHigh school full price - $1.80 Full Price (all schools) - $0.75Reduced (all schools) - $0.40 Reduced (all schools) - $0.30Adult (all schools) - $2.50 Adult (all schools) - $1.50A La Carte ItemsIce Cream - $0.75 Milk - $0.50 Juice - $0.35Extra entrée - $1.50 Extra fruit/vegetable - $0.75Bottled water - $1.00 Bottled juice - $1.00After-School Snack Program*Students who are participating in an approved after school enrichment activity are eligible to receive afree snack each day through the USDA After School Snack Program. Snacks will be available in thecafeteria for 15 minutes immediately following dismissal. Students will be asked to select a two itemsnack and then enter their PIN number at the cash register.GuidanceEvery student at Harrisonburg High School is assigned a specific guidance counselor to assist in anyeducational, vocational, or personal concern. Counselor assignments are as follows:CounselorAmy PowersTim MeyersLaurenKershnerDave HooverRachel LindenResponsibilitiesDirector of GuidanceHHS Testing CoordinatorStudents A-EStudents F-LStudents M-RStudents S-ZCounselors will arrange conferences with students during the year or students may request a conferencewhenever assistance is needed. The guidance office contains college catalogs, scholarship information,vocational information, reference books, the Guidance Information System (GIS), and access to theCareer Scope program for student use.Course RequestsStudents meet with a guidance counselor in the spring of each academic year to identify courses requiredfor graduation and other electives they desire in their schedule for the following year. Not all courserequests can be granted due to class size, reading level, grade level or conflicts in the student’s schedule.Each student’s course request list is a starting point for the scheduling process, and many factors will beconsidered in the creation of their official schedule.Schedule ChangesWhen a student receives his/her schedule in August, it is his/her responsibility to review the schedule withhis/her parent(s)/guardian(s) and promptly notify guidance if any changes are needed. Once school beginseach semester, students have 5 days for 2 nd semester to request a schedule change. No schedule change26

Servicesrequest will be accepted after the deadline. Note: It may require several days after the deadline for theguidance staff to address all requests.Not all schedule change requests will be granted. Some changes will require parent, teacher and/oradministrative approval.The schedule change deadlines for 2010-2011 are:Fall: September 3, 2010Spring: January 25, 2011Student Work Permit GuidelinesPermits are available from the Registrar in the Guidance Department and from the Central OfficeReceptionist if the Registrar is unavailable.Hours of Work Permitted by Law(In Accordance with 40.1-80.1 of the Code of Virginia)Minors 14 and 15 years of age may not be employed for more than 3 hours in a school day, 18 hours in aschool week, 8 hours on a non-school day, or 40 hours in a non-school week. They cannot begin workbefore 7 a.m. or work later than 7 p.m., except from June 1 through Labor Day they may be employeduntil 9 p.m. After 5 hours of continuous work, they must be given a 30-minute rest or meal period. Nowork is allowed during the hours that school is in session, except those certified with a work-training typeof employment certificate.Gifted ProgramIn addition to differentiated activities provided for gifted students within the regular curriculum, aprogram of special studies and activities is available to those students who are identified as being eligibleaccording to state and local guidelines. Students are screened for the program by the use of multiplecriteria that includes test scores (ability and achievement) and information gathered from parents andteachers. Students who are not presently in the program may nominate themselves for the program ormay be nominated by school personnel, community members, parents, or peers.Student Assistance ProgramConfidential support and educational services relating to victimization, sexual or other harassment,emotional or physical abuse, use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs are available to students. Selfreferrals,as well as referrals from the High School staff, parents, and representatives of communityagencies will be accepted.Homebound and After School Alternative Education (ASAEP) ProgramsDue to the inability of students and staff to accomplish AP, dual enrollment, and honors level work in thehome or After School setting for extended periods of time, students enrolled in AP, dual enrollment andhonors classes who are placed on “homebound” or ASAEP instruction may receive credit, quality pointsand grades reflecting work weighted at the “regular” course level. Students placed on homeboundinstruction for more than twelve weeks or ASAEP for an extended period of time will receive creditweighted at the regular course level.Additionally, due to the participative nature of some classes (i.e. drama, foods, tech ed., labs, etc.)students’ extended illnesses or placement in ASAEP may necessitate a rescheduling of the missed class.Homebound students will take midterm and final exams.27

ServicesLibrary Media CenterThe library is open from 7:10 AM until 3:30 PM. Students are welcome to use the library at any time forresearch, leisure reading, studying or computer use. At any time during the school day, students mustbring a signed pass from their teacher and must return this pass, signed by the library staff, to their teacherwhen they leave the library. Passes are not required before or after school; however students mustarrange for their own transportation home.Students who wish to use the library during their lunch shift can come to the library during the first fiveminutes without a pass but must stay in the library for the entire lunch period. After the first five minutesof the lunch period, students must obtain a pass from the teacher on duty in the Cafeteria. There are alimited number of passes to issue to students during lunch. Students also must sign the library – lunchsign-out sheet in the Cafeteria before coming to the library. Students must go directly to the library fromthe lunch room and must stay in the library until the end of the lunch shift. Students who abuse thispolicy may lose lunch library privileges.Students must sign in and out on the library sign-in sheet as they enter the library. Students need torequest permission to leave the library for any reason other than to return to class. Disruptive orinappropriate behavior will result in a student’s dismissal from the library for the remainder of the period,and continued or excessive offenses will result in limiting a student’s library privileges. Food, drink,candy, and bookbags are not allowed in the media center. Policies and procedures for checking out booksare available from the HHS Library Webpage: http://www.harrisonburg.k12.va.us/hhslib/ under LibraryInformation – Orientation or at the following website:http://staff.harrisonburg.k12.va.us/%7edwitman/orientation/default.html.Power HourPower Hour is an after school tutorial for 9 th grade students who need assistance with homework,studying for tests and other class related activities. The program is held Mondays and Wednesdays from2:55 – 3:55 pm beginning with the second marking period and due to the availability of funds. If room isavailable then 10 th grade students will be invited to attend at a later date.Project GraduationProject Graduation is an after school program to assist students in passing the SOL test in core subjectareas. The program will meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:55 – 3:55 pm. Start dates will beannounced throughout the year. Help will be offered in Algebra I, Geometry, Earth Science, Biology,Chemistry, World History I & II, Geography, U.S. History, Literature, Research, and Writing. ProjectGraduation will be held based on the availability of funds.The program is also open to students who have passed the core course, but failed the SOL test. Studentscurrently enrolled in a core course who need extra help with SOL material are invited to attend. Snackswill be provided for students in attendance. Incentive prizes will also be offered throughout the year forstudents who regularly attend.LockersLockers and school-issued locks are the property of Harrisonburg High School. Lockers should be lockedat all times, for the school assumes no responsibility for articles left in lockers. The administrationreserves and exercises the right to periodically inspect the contents of all lockers and remove anythingcontrary to school rules or detrimental to the students or the school.28

ServicesStudents are advised against bringing articles of great value to school or against leaving articles ofgreat value in their lockers. All bookbags are to be stored in lockers, not left lying in classrooms orhallways, and not worn or carried to class.Students are not allowed to exchange or share combinations, locks, or lockers. A check of lock serialnumbers will be conducted for inventory purposes; lost or misplaced locks will be replaced at thestudent’s expense at the rate of $5.00 per lock. Locker combinations will be issued to the school assignedoccupant of the locker with proper identification.Many problems can be avoided by insuring that lock combinations are kept secret, and by checking to seethat the lock is securely locked after each closing. If you have any problems with your lock or locker, youshould see the secretary in the main office.Contents left in lockers are discarded within 48 hours after the conclusion of the school year or after astudent withdraws or drops.Locker Locations:1 stFloor Hall Locker NumbersEast 831-1061South 1101-1414West 1501-1688BSA 1701-1790East2001-20602901-29922 nd South 2101-2414West 2501-2638North 2701-2830Lost And FoundArticles found by students should be taken to the main office. Physical education teachers will hold itemsfound in their teaching areas. Students should report the loss of all articles to their teachers at the time theloss is discovered. If the articles are not located, the loss shall be reported to the office.Student ValuablesStudents are cautioned not to bring large amounts of money, cameras, MP3 players, or other valuables toschool. If you wear glasses or a watch, keep track of these at all times. Students, not the school, areresponsible for personal property. If it is necessary to bring more money than needed to pay for lunch,leave it in the office for safekeeping. Do not leave it in your locker. The school will not be heldresponsible for lost/stolen items or money.Driver EducationAfter successful completion of the classroom Driver Education Program, students may sign up with theinstructor for Behind-The-Wheel Training. Criteria for scheduling of Behind-The-Wheel are based upon:1) Age; 2) Year in School; and 3) Classroom grade in Driver Education.The Learners Permit form must be obtained from and signed by a school administrator. The student mustbe in good standing as defined by the VHSL. (See page 34.)29

ServicesAutomobiles and ParkingPermits will be issued on a scheduled basis to eligible individuals. The number of permits issued will notexceed the capacity of the H.H.S. parking lot.Student parking application forms are available in the athletic director’s office and must be completed bystudent and parent and returned to the Athletic Secretary. If approved, students will purchase the $25.00decal ($12.50 if purchased after the 1 st semester) from the athletic secretary. Hanging decals must bevisibly displayed from the rear view mirror on the car driven to school. If you drive a car to schoolthat does not have a parking decal, report to the Athletic Director’s office to avoid having your carticketed, immobilized, or towed. Parking for students is limited to the student parking lot. Excessivetardies may result in revocation of parking privileges and no refund of parking decal fee.The north parking lot is divided into areas for seniors, staff and all others to park. Signs and pavementmarkings will direct all drivers to the appropriate areas.All vehicles parked on school property are subject to the State Motor Vehicle laws and the followingschool regulations:‣ By purchasing a parking permit the driver of the vehicle acknowledges the school’s right tosearch the interior of any vehicle parked on school property in order to insure the safety andsecurity of staff, students, and visitors.‣ The speed limit in the parking lot is 10 mph. There is to be no reckless driving. Any studentdriving too fast or recklessly may have his/her parking privileges suspended or revoked.‣ All parking lots are off-limits to students during the school day. Permission from theadministrative offices, late arrival, and early dismissal are the only exceptions. Unauthorizedvisitors may be prosecuted for trespassing. Anyone in the parking lot without permission issubject to disciplinary action.‣ Upon arrival at school, students must park immediately and leave the parking lot. No student willbe allowed to sit in a parked car at any time.‣ Cars parked in fire lanes, no parking zones, bus parking lot, or in areas that impede the flow oftraffic may be towed without warning.‣ Students assume the responsibility for any vehicle parked on school grounds. Harrisonburg HighSchool assumes no responsibility for damage to vehicles or theft of contents.‣ Students driving to school have a responsibility to be punctual each morning. Student driverswho are consistently late to school and/or who carry other students who are consistently late toschool may be denied the privilege of parking on school grounds.‣ Leaving grounds without permission may result in loss of parking privileges according to thefollowing schedule along with disciplinary action from the school. First offense: Ten schooldays. Second offense: Thirty school days. Third offense: Remainder of school year.‣ All cars towed will be at the owner’s expense. A minimum cost of $50.00 will be charged by thetowing service.‣ School officials reserve the right to suspend or revoke this privilege to anyone who willfullydisobeys any traffic laws, misuses the vehicle, endangers the safety of himself/herself or others,fails to comply with school parking regulations, or is consistently late to school.‣ All vehicle registration card information must be completed and returned to the AthleticDirector’s office. All information must be legible. Any information regarding tag number ormake of vehicle that changes after vehicle registration occurs, must be made in the AthleticDirector’s office.‣ All drivers must comply with the DMV regulations.‣ Students may not park in staff lot (first 5 rows)30

ServicesThe following penalties will result for violations of any of the above parking regulations at administrativediscretion:1 st violation: Warning2 nd violation: $10 fine3 rd violation: $20 fine and Car Immobilization (Boot)4 th violation: $20 fine and Towing at owner’s expense (with or without notice) or CarImmobilization (Boot)Blue Streak AwardThis award is given to a student, faculty or staff member, or a community person who has given unusualand outstanding service to the school or who has made some unusual personal achievement. It can begiven at any time during the year and is awarded by a committee of students and faculty that remainsanonymous. The committee determines the awards on the basis of nominations that are made in writingand turned in to an administrator. This is considered to be one of the highest honors that the school canbestow on an individual.Recognition of ExcellenceEach spring, students who have achieved academic and school-wide excellence and who meet or exceedspecific departmental criteria are nominated by departments and recognized at a special program andreception. These honorees and their parents/guardians are notified by mailed invitations, and awardedmedals of excellence during the program. The top departmental seniors and the most distinguished seniorare also recognized.TransportationScheduled school bus routes are provided free of charge to all students at the beginning and the end of theHarrisonburg High School scheduled day. Students who have late arrival or early dismissal must providefor their own transportation. There is a City Transit Bus stop in front of the school on Garbers ChurchRoad. For reasons of safety, students riding the school buses are to follow the directions of the busdrivers at all times. Failure to do so may result in the removal of bus riding privileges. To avoid tardinessto school, students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the available public transportation thatour city offers.ScholarshipsInformation for students that are interested in announced scholarship opportunities should visit theGuidance Office for additional information.Senior Service ProjectThe Senior Service Project encourages school and community service in a real-world environment tofacilitate learning and/or accomplishment beyond previous intellectual, creative, emotional, or physicalexperiences. The project is voluntary and students who have successfully completed an approved projectwill be recognized by the school at graduation. For additional information, contact an administrator or thesecretary in room 526.Degrees of ServiceRecognition15 hours Certificate for Professional Portfolio16- 49 hours Certificate for Professional Portfolio and Pin50 or more hours Certificate for Professional Portfolio, Pin, and Graduation Honor Cord31

Student Cooperative Association (SCA)ATHLETICS, CLUBS, AND ORGANIZATIONSEvery student is a member of the Student Cooperative Association. The SCA strives to improvecommunication and cooperation between the student, faculty, and administration. The ExecutiveCommittee, the Student Council, and the Honor Council are the three major sections of the SCA. TheSCA fosters a belief in the democratic process and upholds the honor, integrity, and scholastic standing ofour school.DancesAny group sponsoring a dance must adhere to all regulations that are established by the administration,including rules regarding music selection and dance styles. The activities advisor will provideinformation regarding these regulations. Students and their guests must adhere to all regulations ofstudent conduct at Harrisonburg High School.Students wishing to invite any outside guest to any Harrisonburg High School dance, including theJunior/Senior prom, must register their intended guest with the advisor/monitor in charge of the respectiveactivity no later than Wednesday of the week of the dance.The administration of Harrisonburg High School reserves the right to deny access by any person to anyschool-sponsored activity if that person's presence can be reasonably expected to cause or present adisruption to the activity at hand.If an individual refuses to leave a school sponsored activity after having been directed to do so byappropriate and authorized school personnel, then they will contact the police and the individual will becharged with trespassing.Student PublicationsPublications, such as annuals, literary magazine, school newspaper, and bulletins, are encouraged atHarrisonburg High School with proper faculty sponsorship; these publications are to exist to implementclassroom instruction as well as to keep the citizens and parents of the city informed. When anypublication becomes a vehicle for sensationalism, thereby destroying the worthiness of being aninstructional and informing instrument, then that publication has no place in our school. All materialsdistributed on school property must have the explicit permission and prior approval of the principal.RenaissanceThe Renaissance Program is commonly referred to as "Academics with an Attitude". Sponsored byJostens, the program has been called "one of the most positive developments on the American educationallandscape in the last 10 years." As the name indicates, the drive behind the Renaissance idea is the rebirthof the educational mission in America. Renaissance uses REWARD and RECOGNITION to generateenergy, motivation, commitment, and buy-in from all sectors of the community: students, faculty andstaff members, parents, local government and businesses, and national businesses. Using very visiblemeans of recognition, the Renaissance program will kick off with a rally in the fall where we will unveilour improvement goals for the school year. The Renaissance program is designed so that individualschools can tailor fit the core ideas to their particular needs and opportunities. Our ultimate goal will beto create a positive, safe school environment where children thrive academically. The program ispowerful, motivational, innovative, proven and energetic. It is a new way of thinking about education andthe behaviors we are trying to teach and encourage. Supported by our PTSA, we have developed a corecommittee of student leaders, parents, faculty and administrators that will be planning the program.32

Athletics, Clubs, and OrganizationsIn order to be recognized by this program, the students must meet one of the following criteria:Level 1 Level 2UnexcusedabsencesNoneNoneUnexcused Tardiesto school0 0Excused Tardies 2 5Discipline 0 referrals 0 referralsSportsmanshipIn order to continue the positive image of Harrisonburg High School, student-athletes and fans shouldfollow the following guidelines:‣ Be courteous to all.‣ Know the rules, abide by and respect the officials’ decisions.‣ Win with character and lose with dignity.‣ Display appreciation for good performance regardless of the team.‣ Exercise self-control and reflect positively upon yourself, team, and school.‣ Permit only positive behavior to reflect on your team.VHSL ActivitiesSeason Boys’ Teams Girls’ TeamsVarsity Football Varsity VolleyballJV FootballJV VolleyballFall Freshman Football Cross CountryCross CountryGolfVarsity Basketball GymnasticsJV Basketball Varsity BasketballSwimmingJV BasketballWinter Indoor TrackSwimmingIndoor TrackJV WrestlingWrestlingVarsity Baseball Varsity SoftballJV BaseballJV SoftballTennisTennisSpring Varsity Track Varsity TrackJV TrackJV TrackVarsity Soccer Varsity SoccerJV SoccerJV SoccerCheerleading: Football Squad, Girls'/Boys’ Basketball Squad, and Competition SquadOther VHSL Sponsored Activities Include: Academic Competition Team, Debate, Forensics, Yearbook,Drama, and Newspaper.33

Athletics, Clubs, and OrganizationsEffective for the 2010-2011 school year all high school students will be required to maintain a1.5 GPA to participate in VHSL extracurricular activities.Process & Implementation Guidelines1. The first calculation of GPA for high school students is at the end of the first semester of9 th grade. Therefore, rising 9 th grade students will be eligible at the beginning of theirfreshman year for participation during the first semester. 9 th graders whose GPA at theend of the first semester is less than 1.5 will be placed on extracurricular probation for thesecond semester.2. Participation of 10 th , 11 th and 12 th grade students for the 2010-2011 school year will bebased on their GPA’s from the spring semester of 2010.3. Any current student in grades 9 – 11 whose 2010 spring semester GPA (not cumulativeGPA) falls below a 1.5 will be placed on extracurricular probation for the fall semester ofthe 2010-2011 school year.4. Students on extra-curricular probation will be allowed to participate in extra-curricularactivities for one semester. They must then raise their GPA to at least a 1.5 in order to beeligible to participate in VHSL extracurricular activities for the following semester.5. Grades will be checked at the end of each semester to determine who will be onextracurricular probation and who will be ineligible to participate in VHSLextracurricular activities. All coaches and sponsors of VHSL extracurricular activitieswill be responsible for checking on the eligibility of students to participate in activitiesand will notify the administration of students who either need to be placed onextracurricular probation or who are not eligible to participate in extracurricularactivities.6. School administration will compile a list of students whose GPA falls below 1.5 toexpedite this process. This list will remain in the school office, will be kept confidential,and will be made available to coaches and mentors only for it's intended purpose.7. In any case in which a student is being placed on extra-curricular probation, a meetingwill be held with the parent and student to explain the probation, the expectation forimprovement, steps that can be taken to improve academic performance, theconsequences of not improving and the availability of any remedial programs or tutorialservices.8. An appeal process will be developed to consider extraordinary circumstances that directlyimpact a student's academic performance.9. Please contact the high school principal, Mrs. Reynolds or the athletic director, Mr.Carico for further questions regarding the implementation of this new policy.34

Athletics, Clubs, and OrganizationsAthletic Trainers ProgramStudents interested in this program should contact the Athletic Trainer for more information.Athletic Game Day Dress CodeIn an effort to portray a positive impression of the athletic program (including all VHSL sponsored teams)at Harrisonburg High School amongst the school and community, each program will have a game daydress code for its athletes/participants. Student-athletes who violate the Game Day Dress Code may besuspended from the game. For additional information please contact the Office of the Athletic Director.Good School StandingBeing a member of a VHSL sponsored team at Harrisonburg High School is a privilege, not a right.Students that have disciplinary problems, either during or out-of-season may have the privilege ofparticipating in the activity revoked by administration.Ticket Prices* The Massanutten District has set the following ticket prices for all interscholastic events:Sport All Spectators Sport All SpectatorsFootball $5.00 JV Softball $4.00Girls Basketball $4.00 Swimming no chargeBoys Basketball $4.00 Varsity Track $3.00Volleyball $4.00 JV Football $4.00Varsity Wrestling $5.00 “B” Football $4.00Gymnastics $4.00 Soccer $4.00Varsity Baseball $4.00 Tennis no chargeJV Baseball $3.00 Golf no chargeSoftball $4.00 Cross Country no chargeSoccer DoubleHeader$5.00 Boys and Girls VarsityBasketball Double Header$5.00There is no admission charge for preschoolers with parents to any athletic event.Massanutten District Athletic TournamentsBoy's and Girl's Basketball -$5.00 for everyone (Quarter-final $4.00)Volleyball-$5.00 for everyoneWrestling-$5.00/$7.00 combination for everyoneSoftball-$5.00 for everyoneTrack-$5.00 for everyoneSoccer-$5.00 for everyoneBaseball-$5.00 for everyoneCheerleading-$7.00 for everyone* Subject to change due to Massanutten District policies.35

Athletics, Clubs, and OrganizationsRegional and State TournamentsPrices will be announced at school.Special Notes on AdmissionPre-sale for all sports (regular season) at the home team’s discretionDoubleheader events (regular season): Varsity -- $5.00 JV -- $4.00Senior Citizens (65+): Prices at school’s discretionPreschool children when attending with parents: Free at all regular season eventsAthletic Eligibility (VHSL Regulations)A student participating in athletics at Harrisonburg High School must:1. Be a regular bona fide student in good standing at the school you represent.2. Be enrolled in the last four years of high school (eighth-grade students who do not qualify forvarsity participation under foregoing provision may be eligible for junior-varsity competition.)3. Have enrolled in the school you represent not later than the fifteenth day of the current semester.4. Have passed at least five credit subjects the previous semester and must be currently enrolled inand remain continuously enrolled in not fewer than five credit subjects (a minimum of 3 creditsubjects for block scheduling).5. Not have reached your nineteenth birthday on or before the first day of August of the currentschool year.6. Have been in residence at your present high school, or at junior high school from which your highschool receives its students, during the last full semester, unless 1) you are transferring from aschool with a corresponding move on the part of your parents into the attendance zone served byyour present school, or 2) you are entering the ninth grade for the first time, or 3) you aretransferring from a non-VHSL school and, at your former school, you did not participate thisschool year in the sport you wish to play.7. Not, after entering the ninth grade for the first time, have been enrolled in or have been eligiblefor enrollment in high school more than eight consecutive semesters.8. Be an amateur as defined by the Virginia High School League: An amateur is an athlete whoengages in VHSL athletics solely for the educational, physical, mental and social benefits he/shederives them from, and for whom VHSL athletics are nothing more than an avocation.9. Have submitted to your principal or designee before practicing, trying out or becoming a memberof any school athletic team or cheerleading squad an Athletic Participation/Parental Consent/Physical Examination Form, completely filled in and properly signed, attesting that you havebeen examined and found to be physically fit for athletic competition and that your parentsconsent to your participation.10. Not accept, or have accepted, in recognition of your ability as a high school athlete any awardunless presented or approved by your school or the League.11. Not, while a member of your school’s team in any sport, participate as a member of any otherorganized team in the same sport if such involvement conflicts with the scheduled activities ofyour school team.36

Athletics, Clubs, and Organizations12. Not have participated in any all-star contest between teams whose players are selected from morethan one high school, except seniors who have completed their eligibility in a sport mayparticipate in one all-star game in that sports season.Students must earn the privilege to participate in interscholastic athletics by meeting not only the abovelistedstandards, but also all other requirements set by your school and The Virginia High School League.The standards listed represent only a summary of all VHSL rules and regulations and you should checkwith your principal or athletic director if you have any question regarding your eligibility or if you are indoubt about the effect an activity may have on your eligibility. By meeting the intent and spirit of Leaguestandards you will prevent your team, your school and your League from being penalized.College-Bound Scholarship Athlete (NCAA)Many college athletic programs are regulated by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), anorganization founded in 1906 that has established rules on eligibility, recruiting, and financial aid. TheNCAA has three membership divisions - Division I, Division II, and Division III. Institutions aremembers of one or another division according to the size and scope of their athletic programs and whetherthey provide athletic scholarship.If a student-athlete is planning to enroll in college as a freshman and wishes to participate in Division I orDivision II athletics, he/she must be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. TheClearinghouse ensures consistent interpretation of NCAA initial-eligibility requirements for allprospective student-athletes at all member institutions.The Clearinghouse is a central repository for information on high school curriculums that the NCAAmaintains to conduct evaluations on incoming freshmen. The operation conducts evaluations of highschool graduates’ records in light of current NCAA initial-eligibility requirements.A prospective student-athlete needs to apply and receive a “final” certification by the Clearinghouse inorder to participate in college athletics at the Division I or II levels. A student-athlete does not need toapply if he or she will attend a junior college, NAIA or NCAA Division II institution. The athlete:1. Should plan to start the certification process early - usually the end of the junior year in highschool.2. Should discuss with his/her coach the NCAA Clearinghouse requirements.Must go to the Harrisonburg High School guidance office to pick up NCAA Clearinghouseforms.3. Should check with the athletic director/coach for NCAA regulations concerning recruitmentprocedures.4. Who suspects a recruitment violation is occurring or has occurred must report this to the athleticdirector or coach.Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA)Parents, students, teachers, and any others eager to support goals and activities of Harrisonburg HighSchool are encouraged to join the Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA). Through the efforts ofthe PTSA, families are provided common ground on which to meet and encourage one another. Activitiesare designed to support HHS through volunteer programs, leadership opportunities for students andparents, organizational and manpower assistance for school functions, and other cooperative ventures.For membership information, contact any of the PTSA officers by sending a note to the PTSA mailbox atHHS. The PTSA is not a fund-raising organization.37

Athletics, Clubs, and OrganizationsClubs, Groups, and OrganizationsIn accordance with HCPS Policy 747 (amended 12/04), it is required that a student receive parentalpermission prior to participating in any club or activity at Harrisonburg High School. Forms will beavailable in homerooms during September. One form will be required for each club of which a student isa member.Academic Competition Team Anime Club Art ClubChess Club Chicas Color GuardCreative Writing Club Dance Team DebateDECA Drama Club Drum ClubEcology Club FBLA Fellowship of Christian AthletesFCCLA FOR Friends for Rachel ForensicsFour Wheel Drive French Club Freshman ClubFuture Teachers Habitat for Humanity Harrisonburg Police ExplorersHHS Book Club Hispanic Dance Team Honor CouncilInteract Mu Alpha Theta JROTCJunior Class Key Club Kurdish ClubMath Club Men of Character National Art Honor SocietyNational French HonorSocietyNational Honor SocietyNational Spanish HonorSocietyNewsstreak PALS Poet in the SchoolsPoetry Slam Russian Club SCASenior Class Senior Community Service Ski and SnowboardingSophomore Class Spanish Club Streaks Service ClubStudent Connections TAJ Technology Students of AmericaTri-M Music Honor Society Walk About Club Young LifeYouth-In-GovernmentBy-LawsOrganization by-laws are available from the club or organization sponsor/monitor. By-laws may bechanged at the discretion of the organization and/or the administration.Performing GroupsHonors Choir Symphonic Band FlagsWomen’s Camerata Concert Band Stage StreaksMen’s Choir Percussion Ensemble JROTC Honor GuardTreble Choir Dance Team Women’s Concert ChoirStep TeamAthletic ClubsStudents who participate in an in-season sport or activity will be required to report to a designatedclassroom for athletic club. After dismissal, students may go to their locker, pick up a nutritious snackfrom the cafeteria and arrive at their athletic club room by the 2:30 p.m. bell and remain until released forpractice at 2:50 p.m. The purpose of athletic club is for students to utilize this time to transition topractice. Transition to practice can be accomplished by eating a snack, homework, make-up work,tutoring, pre-practice activity, team meetings, and other activities approved by the administration. Werealize that students’ needs will vary during this time and we are open to making this time as worthwhileas possible.38

OPERATING PROCEDURESOperating ProceduresAnnouncementsThe daily announcements will be broadcasted at the beginning of Block II. Individuals wishing to haveinformation included in the daily announcements must pick up the appropriate announcement form on thecounter in the main office. Completed forms must be returned to the secretary in the main office, andmust be signed by the submitting teacher/staff member.As required by the Code of Virginia, the Minute of Silence (§22.1-203) and the Pledge of Allegiance (§22.1-202 (C)) will be observed during the announcements.There will be a daily recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance in each classroom of the school division andshall ensure that the flag of the United States is in place in each such classroom. During such Pledge ofAllegiance, students shall stand and recite the Pledge while facing the flag with their right hands overtheir hearts or in an appropriate salute if in uniform; however, no student shall be compelled to recite thePledge if he, his parent or legal guardian objects on religious, philosophical or other grounds to hisparticipating in this exercise. Students who are thus exempt from reciting the Pledge shall remain quietlystanding or sitting at their desks while others recite the Pledge and shall make no display that disrupts ordistracts others who are reciting the Pledge.The school’s code of conduct shall apply to disruptive behavior during the recitation of the Pledge in thesame manner as provided for other circumstances of such behavior.HomeroomThe composition of homerooms will be arranged on the basis of block two class assignments. Homeroomteachers will report absences of late arrival students, ensure all students hear the daily announcements,and perform other administrative tasks during this five-minute period.Changing Address and Phone NumberStudents who change their residence, mailing address, or home and work telephone numbers afterenrolling in the school division must report the change promptly to the attendance office so that recordscan be corrected and kept current.Video SurveillanceHarrisonburg High School has a video surveillance system in use; however, it is not a constantsurveillance and it is not monitored in real time.Fire Drill/Emergency ProceduresFire Drills are required by law. Schools must conduct one drill each week for the first month of schooland one drill per month for the remainder of the year. Fire drills are conducted for two reasons: (1) totrain students to leave the building in an orderly manner and as quickly as possible during an emergencyalarm and (2) to teach self-control during emergency situations. Fire drill instructions are posted in eachclassroom.‣ The fire alarm is a continuous sounding of the alarm. If the alarm becomes inoperative,the assigned personnel will deliver the signal.‣ Stop work immediately upon hearing fire signal.‣ Windows and doors should be closed and lights turned off. Leave doors unlocked.39

Operating Procedures‣ Stay with your class and walk briskly to the exit assigned for that particular classroom.Do not run, push, or shove.‣ If your assigned exit is blocked, proceed in the same orderly fashion to your alternateexit.‣ Keep quiet. A direction not heard may cost a life.‣ Upon leaving the building, keep moving until you are away from the building. Stay inthe group.‣ Once safely outside the building, classroom instructors should take a roll count to insurethat all students are present.‣ Students will be informed when to return to the building, either by verbal instructions orby a sign.* Each classroom has fire exit directions posted.Posting of Signs and AnnouncementsThe administration and club sponsors must approve all posters, signs, or announcements that are to bedisplayed on designated bulletin boards. All signs must be removed within 24 hours after the completionof the event.Use of ElevatorHarrisonburg High School is equipped with an elevator to help students and staff who are physicallyunable to use stairs to gain access to the second floor. These are the only people who may use theelevator. Since a key is needed for use of the elevator, please contact the secretary in the main office.Keys issued may not be duplicated or loaned and are for the sole use of the person to whom the key isissued. There will be a $10.00 refundable deposit for all elevator keys.Use of School Facilities and EquipmentThe unauthorized use of school equipment (computer, cameras, copy machines, TV's, VCR's, telephones,etc.) is prohibited. Video recording on school property must be authorized by the Administration.Financial PoliciesStudents are required to pay fees for class dues and select classes. These fees are due when classschedules are picked up. Classroom teachers may also announce the collection of additional fees.CategoryFee$25.00 ($12.50 for 2 ndParking PermitSemester only)Gym suit $16.0012th Grade class dues $15.009th, 10th & 11th Grade class dues $ 5.00Driver Education (Behind the Wheel)TBANational Spanish Test $ 5.00National French Test $ 4.00Locker Fee $ 5.0040

Operating ProceduresFund-RaisingFund-raising efforts shall be authorized under conditions that do not conflict with instructional programs.Fund-raising refers to the raising of non-appropriated money for the educational benefit of students andtheir schools. Fund-raising shall be permitted by students attending middle and high schools, providedsuch activities are approved in writing and carefully monitored and regulated by the school principal ordesignee. Each principal shall develop and maintain a list of all fund-raising activities pursuant toprocedures adopted by the superintendent. No fund-raising shall be approved for any school activity untilthe activity has been approved.All organizations (school and non-school related) having fund-raising sales can place sales information inthe mailroom to access faculty sales. Students may not approach individual staff members to solicit saleswhile at school.The proceeds of all sales of candy or other food items made during lunch shifts must be turned over to thecafeteria in accordance with 8 VAC 20-290-10(4).School Closing Due to Inclement WeatherThe decision to close school or open one or two hours late due to snow or inclement weather will be madeas near to 6:00 a.m. as possible. The announcement will be made over the local radio stations, the localTV station and posted on our website, harrisonburg.k12.va.us. When no information is given about theHarrisonburg City Schools, school will be open. The radio stations or the TV station should not be called.Senior Privileges‣ Reserved parking in the student parking lot‣ Courtyard dining for seniors and juniors only.(Enter from hallway next to elevator only)‣ Senior Seating and Marching to Assemblies.‣ No more than 5 minutes early release to lunch; no line cutting. (Teacher may cancel thisprivilege based on instructional necessity.)‣ Senior Exam Exemptions.‣ Senior Activity Day.In order to be eligible for the end-of-year senior trip and activity day, the student must be in goodacademic and discipline standing as determined by their teachers, guidance counselor, and administrator.Commencement AttireHarrisonburg High School students participating in the Commencement Exercises will be required toadhere to the following dress code:‣ Male students are required to wear slacks (no jeans or shorts), shirt and tie. Foot covering - shoesand dark socks – no sneakers, sandals or flip-flops.‣ Female students are required to wear appropriate shoes - no platform shoes or flip-flops will bepermitted. Dress slacks (no jeans or shorts).If there is any doubt to dress appropriateness, then it should be discussed with a Senior class sponsor priorto the morning of commencement.41

Operating ProceduresStudents have worked very hard to reach this milestone in their life. We will exercise our right topreserve the dignity of this ceremony. We expect student’s cooperation with this requirement if theydesire to participate in this privilege.Additional requirements for attire may be added. For example, student may NOT decorate their hats.TelephoneIn case of illness, the student is to report with a pass to the attendance or nurse’s office and the attendancepersonnel or nurse will make the necessary telephone calls.Telephone messages will be delivered to students only in cases of emergency. The school reserves theright to check the legitimacy of messages said to be emergencies. The use of the telephone in theAttendance Office is for emergency purposes only. Administration and staff reserve the right to deny useof the telephone.VisitorsAll visitors entering the school grounds or buildings during the school day must check in at the mainoffice computer. All authorized visitors will be given an identification card to indicate that they areadministratively approved visitors and have checked in at the office. Failure to report to the office toobtain a visitor's pass constitutes trespassing. Students that do not attend Harrisonburg High School arenot permitted in the school building during school hours. (No student visitors) Babies may not be broughtto school, except for Project 4T and We Care.Unauthorized persons, including suspended students, will be requested to leave school grounds by abuilding administrator and may be charged with trespassing. It shall be prohibited for any person,whether or not a student, to enter upon or remain upon any school property after (1) being directed tovacate the property by an individual authorized to give such direction or (2) any posted notice whichcontains such information, posted at a place where it reasonably may be seen.Bus Safety/AccidentProcedures regarding bus safety and bus accidents will be covered with each student during the bi-yearlybus evacuation drills. Please refer to the division handbook for more information.42

ATTENDANCEAttendanceCompulsory School Attendance (§ 22.1-254)Except as otherwise provided in this article, every parent, guardian, or other person in the Commonwealthhaving control or charge of any child who will have reached the fifth birthday on or before September 30of any school year and who has not passed the eighteenth birthday shall, during the period of each yearthe public schools are in session and for the same number of days and hours per day as the public schools,send such child to a public school or to a private, denominational or parochial school or have such childtaught by a tutor or teacher of qualifications prescribed by the Board of Education and approved by thedivision superintendent or provide for home instruction of such child as described in § 22.1-254.1.Summer school attendance can be compulsory if the student needs prevention, intervention, or remedialassistance (§ 22.1-254.01).Truancy ProcedureOnce a student has five (5) days of unexcused absences (scheduled school days) for the school year, theschool’s attendance officer, the student and the student’s parent shall be notified of a meeting to jointlydevelop a plan to resolve the student’s nonattendance.If a student is absent one (1) additional day (unexcused), an interdisciplinary conference is scheduledwhere recommendations are made to improve attendance and discuss repercussions for nonattendance.If, after completion of the interdisciplinary meeting, the student has an additional unexcused absence, theschool will notify the Supervisor of Student Services, who will then enforce the provisions of the lawthrough the court system.Student AbsencesA CALL OR NOTE DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN EXCUSED TARDY ORABSENCE.Students who are absent must bring a parental note on the first day the student returns to school statingthe reason for the absence unless prior written or telephone notification of reason has been received fromthe parent/guardian. Acceptable reasons for an absence and/or tardies to school include:‣ Doctor verified illness.‣ Appointments (doctor, dentist, professional) – Student must attend classes during part ofthe day unless the nature and distance of appointment makes this impossible. Note fromdoctor is required.‣ Court appearance.‣ Death in the immediate family.‣ Religious holidays.‣ Family vacation (with prior two weeks notice to administration, attendance, and allteachers).‣ Field trips and school-related activities.‣ Extenuating circumstances, which are determined by the school administration.This note will be filed in the Attendance Office and will be reviewed in the event that a student has five ormore unexcused absences. Absenteeism for reasons not specified as "valid" as listed above, will beconsidered unexcused.43

AttendanceStudents do not need an admit slip to enter class upon returning to school from being absent. The teacherwill monitor and record student absenteeism totals, and it is the student's responsibility to make up missedwork in accordance with the regulations listed above.Student IllnessIf your child becomes ill or injured while at school, the school will make every attempt to contact theparent/guardian. If an emergency occurs and we are not able to reach the parent/guardian or emergencycontact, the child will be taken to the Rockingham Memorial Hospital Emergency Room for treatment. Acomplete Authorization Emergency Medical Care Form is required. The parent/guardian will beresponsible for medical expenses.Please do not send your child to school if he or she has been running a fever (100 degrees or greater)within the last 24 hours or shows signs of recent illness, including the following symptoms:‣ Sore throat‣ Nausea‣ Vomiting‣ Runny nose with green mucus‣ Diarrhea‣ Abdominal pain‣ Earache‣ Enlarged lymph glands‣ Coughing‣ Other symptoms of untreatedcommunicable diseases (this includeshead lice, scabies, and ringworm)For an asthmatic student to carry their inhaler at school, a medication form will need to be completed.For a student allergic to bees to self-administer epinephrine a medication form must be completed andreturn it to the main office.For a student with food allergies, a doctor’s note needs to be provided to the food services coordinator.This note must be updated yearly.For a student to take medication at school, a medication form must be completed and updated yearly. Donot send medication with a personal note, as it will not be administered. All medication must be in aproperly labeled container.No medication will be administered to any student until the school nurse has received the completedmedication form.High School Attendance‣ When a student has been absent from school, it is the student's responsibility to see teacher(s)on the day he/she returns to schedule make-up work. The student shall make up all workmissed within five calendar days after returning to school.‣ Extenuating circumstances, however, may be considered by the Principal or designee inextending the time limit for make-up work to ensure that a student with a valid reason isallowed to make up missed work.‣ Two tardies to the same class will be counted as one absence from that class for Senior examexemption purposes only.‣ Suspensions. Students must make up all written work, tests, and quizzes missed during asuspension. The number of days allowed for make-up work to be completed will bedetermined by the length of suspension. For example, upon return from a two-day suspension44

Attendancethe student will have two days to complete all make-up work. The maximum allowable timefor making up work missed during a suspension that exceeds five days will be five days.‣ All written assignments given prior to a suspension that are due at any point during thesuspension are due the day the student returns to class. Also, any assignment given prior to asuspension that has a due date the day the student returns to class must be turned in at thattime.‣ Students making up tests, quizzes, or assignments designed to be completed in class or in aspecific amount of time may be required to come to school early, stay after school, or evencomplete the work in the alternative school or another alternative setting. It may not bepossible for some work (i.e. lab work, physical education activities, group work) to be madeup during class time; however, individual teachers may choose to allow such make-up workor provide alternate assignments as long as they extend this privilege to all studentsconsistently.Closed CampusStudent attending the Day Report Center are eligible to earn full credit for their assignmentsand tests.If student does not attend the Day Report Center, then the maximum grade that can be earnedfor any work made up due to a suspension will be a 69. Teachers may assign lesser grades ifthe quality of the work so warrants. A grade of zero will be assigned to any make-up worknot completed within the allowable time frame.Harrisonburg High School is a closed campus. A closed campus means that once students come onschool grounds, they must remain on school grounds until their regular dismissal time. Leaving schoolgrounds at any time without permission is a violation of discipline policy.Students 18 Years of Age and OlderThe following procedures will be implemented relative to attendance of students eighteen years of ageand older:Examinations‣ Regular attendance procedures will be followed.‣ Absentee notes must be written by the parent or guardian as long as the student is a residentof the family home and is not an emancipated minor (as shown by satisfactory court order)and is living in the school division not solely for school purposes.Teacher-made exams are valid instruments to determine whether students have grasped the conceptstaught throughout the course. They give the students experience in a real- world performance situationand promote strong instructional outcomes. Standards of Learning end-of-course tests should be sufficientcoupled with the student’s grades throughout the course to determine mastery of course material.Therefore, all instructor-led courses that do not have an accompanying SOL exam will include an end-of–course final exam. Also, in keeping with the above rationale, all courses will have a mid-term exam thatwill be administered approximately one half of the way through the course.45

AttendanceExceptionsHonors-level courses due to the weighted G.P.A. credit will have both the SOL end-of-course test and theinstructor’s final examAdvanced Placement courses in which the A.P. exam is given will not administer an instructor’s finalexam. Midterm exams will be given at the discretion of the instructor.Students enrolled in a course that has an SOL End-of-Course test may take a final exam if the result of thegrade on the exam would improve the student’s final grade to a passing level or to a higher letter grade asnegotiated with the instructor, the student, and the student’s parents.Courses with an End-of-Course SOL TestStudents enrolled in a course that has an End-of-Course SOL test are not required to take an instructormadefinal exam if they meet the following conditions:They have taken the End-of-Course SOL test during this semester or they have taken and passed therelated End-of-Course test during an earlier administration of the test.Administration of ExamsAll instructors’ exams will be administered during the two HCPS designated exam days. Exam days inJanuary and June will be operating on an early release schedule.Mid-term exams will count as a test grade.Final exams will count one-seventh of the student’s final grade.Instructors will have the prerogative to provide Part 1 and Part 2 exams administered during theconsecutive early release exam days.Students enrolled in BSA courses, Novel, Virtual High School, and Virtual Virginia will attend regularlyscheduled class during the exam days.Students not required to take a final exam will still be required to attend classes after the SOL testadministration and complete the requirements for the class which include a final activity or project givenon the exam days in January or June.Leaving School During the DayStudents must have permission of legal parent/guardian and school official to leave school during the schoolday. Students who leave school without permission from the attendance office or administration areconsidered to be truant and may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including out of school suspension.Students who have been seen on school grounds before school begins and who do not return for classes willalso be considered as leaving school without permission and truant from school.If a student desires to be excused from school before the end of the school day, he/she must bring a note from aparent/guardian to the attendance office before school. Students must sign out of school in the attendanceoffice before leaving school grounds. Upon returning to school the same day, a student must sign-in at theattendance office. Students and parents are requested to schedule medical appointments when possible afterthe close of the school day. Students who cannot make these arrangements will be expected to attend schoolbefore and/or after such appointments, including Court appearances, as time permits.46

AttendanceLate Arrivals and Early DismissalsStudents arriving late to 1 st block (7:30 am) or returning to school AFTER signing out must report to theattendance office to obtain a pass to class. Failure to sign in at the attendance office will result indisciplinary action. Late arrival students are responsible for knowing any change of school schedule(from block II announcements) that affects their arrival time.School ActivitiesAny student absent from school may not attend afternoon or evening school activities on the same dayunless approved by the principal. Students suspended or expelled from regular school attendance, inASAEP, or on social probation are prohibited from attending unless authorized to do so by theprincipal. All school rules are in effect on or off school property at any school-sponsored event.Tardy PolicyThe Tardy Policy is devised to encourage the prompt arrival of students in the classroom for immediateinstructional involvement. Tardiness is defined as absent from 0 until 10 minutes after the bell. Skippingclass is defined as absent beyond 10 minutes after class has begun.Tardies to school and class will be handled in the attendance office. Students not in class on time mustreport immediately to the attendance office to receive a pass to class.Tardies to school will be excused for the reasons on page 43. Tardies to school by student drivers couldresult in revocation of parking privileges. To avoid tardiness to school, students are strongly encouragedto take advantage of the available public transportation that our city offers.Tardies will count toward exam exemptions (2 tardies = 1 absence) for seniors. A clean slate for alltardies for all courses will occur at the beginning of second semester.It is highly recommended that all medical and dental appointments be made for after the school day. Forappointments during the school day, a doctor’s note on letterhead is required within five school days.Consequences for excessive Tardies (Late to school and late to any class)Number of Tardies Consequence1-6 Warning7 Reprimand8-9 Up to 1 hour After School Detention on designated day10-11 Up to 2 hours After School Detention on designated day12 Saturday School (9:30-11:10 am)13 Saturday School (9:30-11:10 am)14Suspension to Day Report Center for defiance of school policy andtwo weeks of suspension from extracurricular activitiesFailure to serve Saturday School may result in suspension to Daily Report Center for defiance.47

STUDENT DISCIPLINEDisciplineAreas of Violations and DefinitionsHarrisonburg High School wishes to provide and promote a school environment and climate in whicheach student can learn. Harrisonburg High School encourages student conduct that promotes good health,high standards of behavior, effective citizenship, and a favorable atmosphere for learning. Students onschool grounds or in places under school jurisdiction are required to abide by the rules that are establishedto achieve these objectives.Realizing that a student's misconduct at school can have serious, life-impacting consequences (collegeentrance/employment ramifications, D.M.V. implications, school sanctions-suspension or expulsion, andimprisonment) Harrisonburg High School expects every student to take personal responsibility for his/herown conduct and to follow all rules and regulations set forth under the Student Code of Conduct.Harrisonburg High School operates under the presumption that students will conduct themselves asresponsible members of the school community. This presumption includes the expectation that they willobey the law, adhere to the policies of the school system, and comply with the rules and regulations of theschool. Students are required to safeguard the property of the school and to respect the rights andprivileges of others in the school community at all times.The following is a list of infractions that are a violation of School Board policy. While not an allinclusivelist, it represents many of the infractions that will result in disciplinary actions.‣ Classroom or Other Disruption: Any behavior as determined by the classroom teacher or otherschool staff that interrupts or disrupts the learning environment.‣ Verbal Abuse, Profane or Abusive Language: Any use of profanity, obscene gesture, bullying,or other language that interferes with teaching and learning or that offends another’s race,religion, gender, national origin, disability, or intellectual ability. (Can be a reportable offense tolaw enforcement- §22.1-277.02:1).‣ Inappropriate Dress: Wearing of clothes, jewelry, or other apparel or personal belongings thatadvocate violence, use of alcohol and other drugs or distribution; that represent gang activity ormembership; that advertise obscenities; or that reflect adversely on persons due to race, gender,creed, national origin, physical, emotional, or intellectual abilities; or that are considered by theschool to be inappropriate attire. (see Dress Code)‣ Gambling: Playing games of chance for money or valuables on school property or during anyschool-related activity. This extends keeping score for later settlement. (Can be a reportableoffense to law enforcement)‣ Theft: Unlawful seizure of school property or personal property of school staff or students. (Canbe a reportable offense to law enforcement)‣ Trespassing: Being present on school property or using school facilities without proper authorityor permission. Includes students who have been suspended or expelled. (Can be a reportableoffense to law enforcement)‣ Sexual Harassment: Any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and otherinappropriate verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, hostile, oroffensive environment. (Can be a reportable offense to law enforcement)48

Discipline‣ Vandalism: Willful or malicious defacing of school property, including graffiti, and willful ormalicious defacing of private property. (Can be a reportable offense to law enforcement)‣ Gang Activity: Any group activity that threatens, that is illegal or violent, or that supports thedevelopment of gang activity, which may include wearing gang-related apparel, inappropriatecongregating, bullying, and harassment of others. (Can be a reportable offense to lawenforcement)‣ Physical Assault: Any physical confrontation that may result in no injury, minor injury, orserious injury that includes, but may not be limited to, kicking, shoving, pushing, hitting, andfighting. (Must be reported to law enforcement- §22.1-280.1 (A) and (C))‣ Assault and Battery: Physical fighting that causes injury to another. (Must be reported to lawenforcement- §22.1-280.1 (A) and (C))‣ Use or Possession of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs: See Harrisonburg City SchoolsHandbook.‣ Possession and/or Use of Firearms: See Harrisonburg City Schools Handbook.‣ BullyingBullying is addressed in the State Board Student Conduct Guidelines in the following manner.According to the National Center for Education Statistics [Indicators of School Crime and Safety,2002 (July 1004)], bullying can contribute to a climate of fear and intimidation in schools. Thereare patterns of behavior associated with bullying that are criminal offenses and include assault,battery, extortion, false imprisonment, hazing, larceny, robbery, theft, threats, and sexualharassment. Non-criminal behaviors associated with bullying include intimidation, taunting,name-calling, and insults. Although bullying is not defined in the Code, the definition developedfor the Virginia DOE for the Annual Discipline, Crime, and Violence Report is “repeated negativebehaviors intended to frighten or cause harm that may include, but are not limited to, verbal orwritten threats or physical harm.”The following conduct is illustrative of bullying:o physical intimidation, taunting, name calling, and insults;o comments regarding the race, gender, religion, physical abilities, or characteristics ofassociates of the other person;o Falsifying statements about other persons(Can be a reportable offense to law enforcement- §18.2-56)‣ Cyberbullying (Use of electronic means for purposes of bullying, harassment, andintimidation [HB 1624 (22.1-279.6)]) The following Sample Conduct Standard for Bullying isnow contained in the State Board Model Policies Guidelines:Students, either individually or as part of a group, shall not harass or bully others. The followingconduct is illustrative of bullying:1. Physical intimidation, taunting, name calling, and insults2. Comments regarding the race, gender, religion, physical abilities or characteristics of thetargeted person3. Falsifying statements about other persons4. Use of technology such as e-mail, text messages, or Web sites to defame or harm others49

Discipline‣ Hazing: recklessly or intentionally endangering the health or safety of a student or students or toinflict bodily injury on a student or students in connection with or for the purpose of initiation,admission into or affiliation with or as a condition for continued membership in a club,organization, association, fraternity, sorority, or student body regardless of whether the student orstudents so endangered or injured participated voluntarily in the relevant activity. (Can be areportable offense to law enforcement- § 18.2-56)‣ Electronic Tampering: The unauthorized use of or access to any network files or documents.(Can be a reportable offense to law enforcement)‣ Arson: Setting fire to or attempting to set fire to school property or the property of another onschool grounds or any school property. (Can be a reportable offense to law enforcement)‣ Stalking: Intentionally pursuing another person with the intent to cause fear of harm, bodilyinjury, or death. (Can be a reportable offense to law enforcement)‣ Cheating/Lying: To knowingly make false statements; to cheat or plagiarize with respect toschool assignments, tests, etc.‣ Extortion: Obtaining property from another by use of force, fear, threat, or intimidation. (Can bea reportable offense to law enforcement)‣ Threats: Making threats to do bodily injury or to harm other students at school, on the schoolbus, or at school-related activities; making threats against school personnel while on the schoolbus, on school property, or at school-related activities. (Must be reported to law enforcement-§22.1-280.1 (A) and (C))Students convicted or adjudicated delinquent of an offense listed in the Code of Virginia, 1950 asamended, §16.1-305.1, may be suspended, placed in an alternative setting, or expelled.Additional Infractions That May Result In Disciplinary Action‣ Having glass beverage containers on school property.‣ Refusing to permit a valid search that is based upon reasonable suspicion.‣ Consuming permissible beverages outside the cafeteria and courtyard areas.‣ Consuming or selling food, candy, or beverages in unauthorized areas.‣ Operating an unregistered vehicle on school property (see Auto Policy).‣ Being in visible possession and/or utilizing mechanical/electronic devices on schoolproperty, recording devices, listening devices (iPods, CD players, etc.), pagers, beepers,personal paging devices, and cellular phones (during unauthorized times).‣ Using without authorization lockers and storage spaces. Lockers are property of the schooland subject to search for health, safety, and well being of all students and staff.‣ Possessing or creating inappropriate literature and illustrations- the possession of literature orillustrations which significantly disrupt the educational process or which are obscene.‣ Violating attendance policies (see Attendance Policy).50

Discipline‣ Leaving grounds without permission (see Attendance Policy).‣ Being in unauthorized and/or unsupervised areas (see Off-Limits Areas).‣ Disobeying the book bag or personal listening device rules. Bookbags, personal listeningdevices (iPods, CD players, etc.) and coats must be stored in lockers after 7:30 a.m. and untilthe conclusion of the student's school day.‣ Skateboarding and rollerblading on school property during school hours or during schoolevents are prohibited.‣ Throwing Frisbees or hacky-sacking is prohibited inside the school building.‣ Parking bicycles in areas other than the bike rack is prohibited. Bikes should be secured at alltimes.‣ Defiance of authority (insubordination)‣ Inciting a fightApplicability of School Rules and RegulationsSchool rules, regulations, and due process procedures are designed to protect all members of the schoolcommunity in the exercise of their rights and duties. These rules are effective during the following timesand in the following places:Social Probation‣ En route to (including bus stops) and from school on a school bus or other school vehicle;‣ On the school grounds before, during or after school hours;‣ Any student participating or attending any school sponsored activity, function, or event;‣ Any student on field trips or on campus of any other school;‣ Certain illegal activities that occur outside of school events or activities may result in theschool taking disciplinary action. (§ 22.1-277.2:1)Students placed on social probation as a result of their misbehavior may not participate in or attend anyextracurricular event sponsored by Harrisonburg High School. As a result, students are to report to schoolto complete their course work and must leave school promptly at the end of their class day. Studentsplaced on social probation at the end of the school year may remain on social probation into the nextschool year.Drug Free (Including Alcohol and Tobacco) and Weapon Free ZoneHarrisonburg High School is in accordance with Drug Free and Weapon Free Zones as established by theState of Virginia and/or school board.Personal Electronic DevicesCell phones and personal electronic devices are to be turned off and not visible while in the schoolbuilding until the end of the school day. These devices will be confiscated by staff and given to theAdministration for further disciplinary action.51

DisciplineCell PhonesIt is permissible to have cell phones at school, but they must be turned off and not visible while in theschool building. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action as described in the Harrisonburg CityPublic Schools Policy Manual.Dress CodeStudents’ dress and appearance should not cause disruption, distract others from the education process, orjeopardize the health, safety, or welfare of students or others. Students must comply with specificbuilding dress regulations of which students will be given prior notice. The following are additionalregulations regarding attire:‣ Appropriate undergarments must be worn and covered at all times.‣ When any sheer outer garment is worn, a non-sheer undergarment must also be worn.‣ Shoes must be worn at all times.‣ Undergarments are not to be visible.‣ Sunglasses will not be worn in the building unless a signed statement by an optometrist ison file in the office.‣ Lewd or suggestive clothing may not be worn.‣ Clothing or jewelry that advertises, glorifies, or symbolizes any illegal substance,alcohol, tobacco, displays offensive or obscene language, or is gang-related may not beworn.‣ No midriff shirts or blouses that leave the stomach exposed. Midriff, including navel,must be covered at all times.‣ No halter-tops, tank tops, or sundresses are to be worn without a cover or jacket.‣ Shorts and skirts must be reasonable and appropriate length. (fingertip level)‣ Clothing with rips and tears above the knee that exposes undergarments are notpermitted.‣ Tights and form-fitting apparel should be covered with appropriate outer garments.‣ Chains, gang insignia (otherwise known as colors) and items commonly used to displaythe colors are prohibited.‣ Scarves, “do-rags”, hoods, bandanas, hats, cloth headbands, or any other head coveringsshall not be worn inside the school building during regular school hours. Exceptions maybe granted by the school principal for medical or religious reasons. Other guidelines maybe imposed by school administration for events or activities occurring after regular schoolhours.Students found in non-compliance with dress expectations will be removed from the educationalenvironment until a solution can be found; a solution is often calling the parent who must bring a changeof clothes for the student. These rules may be interpreted differently, and because a student has beenallowed to attend one or more classes does not mean that a student may not be referred for disciplinaryaction later in the day. The administration reserves the right to modify the dress code as trendschange or as circumstances warrant.AssembliesAssemblies of general interest to the school are held throughout the year. At all times the student'sbehavior should be refined and courteous. An indication of the cultural level of the school is the conductof its student body at an assembly. Whether guests are present or not, each student is personally52

Disciplineresponsible for the impression made by the school as a whole. Unacceptable conduct would includewhistling, uncalled-for-clapping, boisterousness, throwing objects, and talking during a program.Students shall not prop their feet on seats. Students will be punished for conduct of this nature. Specificseat assignments may be made according to block two classes. Failure to report to assigned seating mayresult in disciplinary action. Tradition requires underclassmen to stand when seniors enter or leave theauditorium. All teachers will report to the assembly with the students, help seat students, help maintain arespectful environment, and be seated with the students.Due to the increase in faculty, staff, and student population, the auditorium will no longer accommodatean all-school assembly. As a result, certain segments of the student body will not be able to attendassemblies. These will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Alternative activities will be created for thosestudents affected.Student Traffic Inside BuildingFor the safe and orderly transport of handicapped students, students and staff should stay to the rightwhen moving through the hallways, corridors, and stairways. The cafeteria and commons areas anddesignated open classrooms are to be used to sit and/or study. Horseplay and running is prohibited.Students should not loiter and block stairways, doorways, doors, or hallways. Shouting, yelling,and excessive noise is prohibited.Off-Limits Areas‣ All mechanical, loading dock and storage areas.‣ All neighboring properties. Students caught propping open exit doors withoutadministrative approval are subject to disciplinary action.‣ Stairways, Hallways, Corridors (loitering between or during classes).‣ Auditorium (unless under direct teacher/sponsor supervision).‣ Gym, Auxiliary Gym, weight room, training room and multipurpose room (unless underdirect teacher/ sponsor supervision)‣ Elevator (see Elevator Use).‣ Parking Lot (during school day without permission).‣ Handicapped restrooms unless need denoted by doctor/parent note‣ Behind counters (workspace) in all offices.‣ Other Non-Supervised or Specifically Posted Off-Limit Areas.‣ Computers not designated for student use.‣ Traffic lane and surrounding area behind the school (west side).‣ Athletic Fields and surrounding buildings unless under direct supervision byteacher/staff.‣ Courtyard area, except during lunch shifts (juniors and seniors only) or under directsupervision.‣ Hall between Student Assistant Coordinator and LibraryStaying After SchoolIn order to promote school safety, students who stay after school must be involved in a faculty supervisedactivity. If you are not in a supervised activity, students are expected to leave the building and schoolgrounds by the 2:26 pm bell. Students who loiter at school without specific need or supervision will besubject to disciplinary action that can include charges of trespassing. Transportation home after schoolsupervisedactivities must be arranged by student/parents in advance. Any student waiting on a ride homeafter school must wait in the lobby area near the auditorium commons. The business phones in the officesare not to be used. Students who are specifically asked to leave the property and fail to do so will becharged with trespassing.53

DisciplineStudents who have early release from school and are involved in extra-curricular activities after schoolbut do not leave and come back to school will be assigned and must report to Junior/Senior Seminar towait for their practice or game.Seizure of Illegal MaterialsTo maintain order and discipline in the school and to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the studentsand school personnel, school authorities may search a student, student lockers, backpacks, purses, studentvehicles, or student computer files if there exists reasonable suspicion that a law or school rule has beenbroken. If a properly conducted search yields illegal or contraband materials, such findings shall beturned over to proper legal authorities for ultimate disposition.Disciplinary Programs and Consequences for Violating Standards of Student ConductThe discipline programs of Harrisonburg High School are designed to deter negative school behaviors, topromote student/staff safety, and to obtain necessary resources for helping troubled students. Whilediscipline is ultimately the responsibility of the individual, the implementation of an effective disciplineprogram requires a cooperative effort on the part of students, parents, and school personnel. Wheneverpossible, a preventive approach to discipline shall be taken in an effort to clarify standards of conduct,effectively assess a student’s individual needs, and identify any significant factors that may becontributing to a student’s misconduct.It is recognized, however, that there may be an occasional case when all efforts seem to fail to produceacceptable behavior whereby one or more forms of the following enforcement procedures may be used:1. Counseling, mediation, no contact agreement.2. Admonition/warning, no contact agreement.3. Reprimand.4. Loss of privileges, including access to school division’s computer system.5. Parental notification.6. Parental conferences.7. Removal from class and or modification of schedule.8. Student Behavior Contract.9. Tasks or restrictions assigned by the principal or his/her designee.10. Overnight Suspension - A student may be suspended overnight with a mandatory parentconference the next morning before the student is allowed to return to class.11. Suspension from school-sponsored activities or events prior to, during, or after the regularschool day (see Social Probation).12. ASD (After School Detention):After School Detention (ASD) will be held on Monday and Wednesday. Monday ASD willbegin at 2:26 pm and conclude at 4:10 pm. Wednesday ASD will begin at 2:26 pm andconclude at 3:10 pm. Students will attend their regularly assigned classes on the day oftheir ASD assignment. Failure to serve ASD on the assigned day will result in additionalconsequences.ASD tolerates no tardies. Any student arriving late will not be allowed to remain in ASDand will be required to meet with his administrator the following day. The student will alsobe required to leave school grounds immediately.Students will remain with the ASD Coordinator in the designated room until dismissaltime. Students cannot leave early. Students must stay the entire assigned time in order toreceive credit for the day.54

Discipline13. Out-of-school suspension (long or short term) Students that receive out-of-schoolsuspension must report to the Day Report Center located at the Boys and Girls Club at theLucy Simms Building. Transportation to and from this program will be provided byHarrisonburg City Transit System (the Bus Company). The Day Report Program operatesfrom 8:40 to 2:40, Monday through Friday. Counseling and Academic support serviceswill be provided. Failure to attend the Day Report Center will constitute an unexcusedabsence and may lead to additional consequences, including truancy. Students that aresuspended out-of-school may not attend or participate in any school sponsored events,including away events where Harrisonburg High School is a participant. Violations of thismay result in additional consequences.14. Saturday School – Saturday School will be held each Saturday from 9:25 a.m. to 11:10a.m. at Harrisonburg High School. Students will enter the building through the South 1entrance (all other entrances will be locked). Students will not be admitted after 9:25 a.m.Failure to attend Saturday School will result in further disciplinary action.15. AFTER SCHOOL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM - The administrationor school board may assign a student to the Alternative Education School Program forviolations of student conduct, school attendance, or extenuating circumstances (if space isavailable). The program hours are 3:20-6:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. DualEnrollment, Honors, and AP classes may not be taken or continued when assigned to theASAEP program.16. GENESIS - A regional alternative education school located off-site in Staunton.17. Notify legal authority where appropriate.18. Recommendation for expulsion.Mandatory expulsion for firearm possession or use or possession of a controlled substance,imitation controlled substance or marijuana, as defined in Chapter 34 of Title 54.1 and18.2-247 of the Code of Virginia, on school property or at a school sponsored activity.While § 18.2-308.1 addresses the criminal aspect of having a firearm in the trunk of yourcar at school, this is still a violation of school board policy and punishable in accordance tosaid policy.19. Evaluation for alcohol or drug abuse.20. Participation in drug and alcohol counseling, anger management, or violence intervention,prevention and/or treatment programs.21. Recommendation to Child Study Committee.22. Referral to Student Support Services.23. Referral to Community Service Board.Appeals Of Out Of School SuspensionThe appeal process for out of school suspension is outlined in the HCPS handbook.Removal of Students from ClassTeachers shall have the initial authority to remove students from class for disruptive behavior. Disruptivebehavior is defined as a violation of school board regulations governing student conduct that interrupts orobstructs the learning environment.Criteria for RemovalPrior to the removal of a student from class under this policy, the following criteria must be met:‣ the student’s behavior is disruptive as defined above.‣ removal of the student from class is necessary to restore a learning environment free frominterruptions and obstructions caused by the student’s behavior.55

Discipline‣ teacher and/or administrative interventions have been attempted and failed to end the student’sdisruptive behavior.‣ notice of the student’s disruptive behavior and the opportunity to meet with the teacher and/orschool administrators have been provided to the student’s parents as described below.When all of the above criteria have been satisfied, teacher removal of a student from class shall bedeemed appropriate.Requirements for Incident ReportsNo removal under this policy shall occur unless two prior written incident reports have been filed withschool administrators. Upon removal, the teacher shall file a Discipline Referral with schooladministrators and any other documentation to support the removal including, but not limited to theprevious two incident reports.Procedures for Written Notification of Student and ParentsThe teacher shall provide copies of any incident report and Student Removal Form to the student and hisor her parents and notify them of the opportunity to meet with the teacher and/or school administrators todiscuss the behavior and the possible consequences if the behavior continues. Such notice shall beprovided within twenty-four hours of each incident. The teacher shall document, in writing, his or herattempts to request and encourage the parents to meet with school administrator and/or the teacher. Suchnotice and documentation shall be required for each incident report and student removal.56

RESPONSIBILITIESResponsibilitiesA Final NoteQuality education that realistically meets the needs of the student can only result when the efforts of thestaff, students, parents, and school patrons work together to achieve specified objectives. For this reason,there exist certain parental responsibilities and procedures that must be endorsed and enforced in order tosupport and promote an effective system that pursues excellence in education.We Are Harrisonburg High SchoolYour parents/guardians, our community, and the school system have worked together to provide you withteachers, school buildings, and equipment to help prepare you for a successful future. To benefit from ourhelp, you need to be a First Class Student. The following are things you can do to be a First ClassStudent:1. Know, understand, and follow all classroom rules, school rules, and School Board policiesconcerning student conduct.2. Respect other students’ right to learn and each teacher’s right to teach.3. Accept responsibility for learning, developing adequate study habits, and completing classassignments and requirements.4. Attend all classes regularly, and be punctual in going to each class.5. Respect the rights and property of others.6. Cooperate with your fellow students and all employees of the school system.7. Resolve conflicts with others peacefully.8. Be honest and truthful.9. Use appropriate language and demonstrate acceptable manners.10. Respect personal and physical safety as well as the welfare of others.11. Avoid intimidating others, and treat them as well as you would expect them to treat you.12. Make appropriate use of and take care of school property, equipment, and supplies.13. Never possess or use alcohol, drugs, tobacco, etc.14. Never have in your possession any dangerous device that is or could be classified as a weapon.15. Function at a level of maturity appropriate for your age.16. Avoid defiance, disrespect, disobedience, and rudeness toward teachers and other schoolsystem employees.17. Be prepared for class every school day with gym clothes, paper, pencil or pen, textbooks,homework, etc., as instructed by the teacher.18. Maintain personal clothing and grooming standards that promote safety, health, and acceptablestandards of social conduct so as not to disrupt the learning process.19. Help maintain the buildings and grounds by disposing of trash, liter, etc., into waste containers.20. Acquire all necessary information and skills for a successful life by getting ready today for thechallenges of tomorrow.The parents and guardians of our students can strengthen our school programs by:1. Insuring that their child attends school regularly and promptly.2. Informing school officials when it is necessary that their child must be released from schoolearly.3. Providing written verification of their child's absence that states the reason for the absence.4. Regularly monitoring their child's academic progress and contacting individual classroomteachers when concerns arise.57

Responsibilities5. Contacting school officials immediately when concerns exist concerning their child's welfare.6. Actively participating in and attending school programs in which their child may participate.7. Stressing to their child the importance of gaining a suitable education.8. Providing their child with a place and time to perform homework assignments and bymonitoring the performance of their child on these assignments.9. Insuring that their child's daily schedule outside of school does not impose unreasonable orunnecessary demands on their time.10. Setting high standards for their child in terms of acceptable patterns of behavior and academicachievement.11. Working cooperatively with our students in organizations such as the Parent-Teacher-StudentAssociation, where students develop leadership and organizational skills.12. Do not plan trips or absences during SOL testing schedules.13. Attend Parent-Teacher Conferences and open house.14. Do not call or text your child at school on their cell phone.Any questions, contact the principal.School SafetyThe safety of staff and students is a primary concern of Harrisonburg High School. The following stepshave been taken to enhance personal safety and the security of our school grounds:1. School Resource Officer2. Partnerships with law enforcement and community agencies3. Random drug searches using law enforcement dogs4. Classroom telephones, walkie-talkies, and cell-phones5. Registered parking6. Signage around school property7. Locked exterior doors with posted signage8. I.D. badges for staff and visitors9. Hall gates10. Video cameras11. Emergency evacuation procedures12. Intruder drillsBut this is not enough: School safety is a shared responsibility. Parents, students and staff must be awareof rules, expectations, and procedures that are designed to protect those we serve and promote aneducational setting for safe learning.Parent Responsibilities1. To notify the school verbally or in writing on the day of the student’s absence.2. To ensure that the student arrives at and departs from school at a time when he/she will besupervised by school staff and able to arrive and depart in a safe manner.3. To inform the school of any conflicts outside of the school impacting their child’s safety andwhich can be carried into the school setting and pose a risk for staff, students, and visitors.4. To be aware of the student’s appearance, state of health, and material possessions that will betransported to school on their person, in a bookbag, or in a car.5. To have your child present during SOL testing.58

ResponsibilitiesStudent Responsibilities1. To arrive at school in a safe and timely manner and at a time when school personnel will bepresent to provide supervision.2. To avoid off-limits areas.3. To report immediately any information to a faculty member, staff, coach, or adult supervisorwhich poses a threat or danger to self, others or property.4. To leave school property by the 2:26 pm bell.5. To absolutely refrain from bringing any item on school property which may be illegal or pose ahealth or safety hazard to person or property.Teacher Responsibilities1. To provide appropriate supervision of students within the school setting and school relatedactivities.2. To maintain and report accurate attendance.3. To provide information to an administrator of any situation that compromises the safety of ourstaff, students, or faculty.4. To enforce the safety policies and regulations of the division and the school.Working together we can better assure that Harrisonburg High School will be a safe place to learn andwork. Your suggestions are welcome.59

Additional InformationAdditional InformationBELL SCHEDULE7:27 Warning Bell7:30-9:00 Block I (90 min.)9:00-(9:05)-9:06 Class Change (6min.) (9:05 Warning Bell)9:06-10:42 Block II (96 min.)-Homeroom/Announcements10:42-(10:47)-10:48 Class Change (6 min.) (10:47 Warning Bell)First Lunch10:45-11:10 Lunch I (25 min.)11:10-11:13 Class Change (3 min.)11:13-12:44 Block III Class (91 min.)Second Lunch10:48-11:29 Block III (41 min.)11:29-11:54 Lunch II (25 min.)11:54-11:57 Class Change (3 min.)11:57-12:44 Block III (47 min.)Third Lunch10:48-12:19 Block III (91 min.)12:19-12:44 Lunch III (25 min.)12:44-(12:49)-12:50 Class Change (6 min.) (12:49 Warning Bell)12:50-2:20 Block IV (90 min.)2:20-(2:25)-2:26 Class Change (6 min.) (2:25 Warning Bell)2:26-2:50 Athletic Club, Auxiliary Class Period2:55-3:55 Power Hour/Project GraduationLunch is based on Block III classes:TO BE ANNOUNCED60

Sample ScheduleAdditional InformationWhat follows are three sample student schedules. You will note that in the first example thestudent is enrolled in eight classes for the year, but only has to concentrate on five classes in anygiven semester. In the second example, the student is enrolled in eight classes, but only has toconcentrate on four subjects in any given semester. In the last example the student is enrolled ineight classes for the year but must concentrate on six classes each semester. These variations aremade possible through the change in our instructional model, which will now combine semesterlong classes with some yearlong classes. On the students schedule a class that is indicated by “M,W, F” is an ‘A’ day class and one that is indicated by “T, R” is a ‘B’ day class.Grade 9Semester 1 Semester 2Algebra I (M, Tu, W, Th, F) English 9 (M, Tu, W, Th, F)Earth Science (M - F) World Studies 1 (M - F)Band (M, W, F)H & PE 9 (Tu, Th)Band (M, W, F)H & PE (Tu, Th)Spanish I (M, Tu, W, Th, F) Art I (M, Tu, W, Th, F)Grade 10Semester 1 Semester 2English 10 (M, Tu, W, Th, F) Algebra II (M, Tu, W, Th, F)World Studies IIKeyboardingH & PE 10BiologySpanish IITech Ed IGrade 11Semester 1 Semester 2Jazz (M, W, F)Band (Tu, Th)Jazz (M, W, F)Band (Tu, Th)AP History (M, W, F)AP Biology (Tu, Th)AP History (M, W, F)AP Biology (Tu, Th)English (M-F)Mathematics (M-F)Spanish III (M-F)Computer Science (M-F)61

Additional InformationAdditional Bell SchedulesNote: These schedules will also follow the A and B day designations in the monthly school calendar.Activity Period Assembly Pep Rally Early Release 1-hour Delay 2-hour DelayWarning Bell 7:27 7:27 7:27 7:27 8:27 9:27Block 1 7:30-9:00 7:30-8:30 7:30-9:00 7:30-8:28 8:30-9:40 9:30-10:20Class Change 9:00 (9:05) 9:06 8:30 (8:35) 8:36 9:00 (9:05) 9:06 8:28 (8:33) 8:34 9:40 (9:45) 9:46 10:20 (10:25) 10:26Block 2 9:06-10:42 8:36-9:42 9:06-10:42 8:34-9:37 9:46-11:02 10:26-11:22Assembly 9:42-10:42Class Change 10:42 (10:47) 10:48 10:42 (10:47) 10:48 10:42 (10:47) 10:48 9:37 (9:42) 9:43 11:02 (11:07) 11:08 11:22 (11:27) 11:28First LunchLunch 1Class ChangeBlock 310:45-11:1011:10-11:1311:13-12:2910:45-11:1011:10-11:1311:13-12:4410:45-11:1010:10-10:1310:13-12:44 9:43-10:4111:05-11:3011:30-11:3311:33-1:0411:25-11:5011:50-11:5311:53-1:24Second LunchBlock 3 ClassLunch 2Class ChangeBlock 3 class10:48-11:2411:24-11:4912:49-12:5211:52-12:2911:48-11:2911:29-11:5411:54-11:5711:57-12:4410:48-11:2911:29-11:5411:54-11:5711:57-12:4411:08-11:4711:47-12:1212:12-12:1512:15-1:0411:28-12:0712:07-12:3212:32-12:3512:35-1:24Third LunchBlock 310:48-12:04Class Change#Lunch 3*12:04-12:29Activity Period 12:29-12:5910:48-12:1912:19-12:4410:48-12:1912:19-12:4411:08-12:3912:39-1:0411:28-12:5912:59-1:24Class Change 12:59 (1:04) 1:05 12:44 (12:49) 12:50 12:44 (12:49) 12:50 10:41 (10:46) 10:47 1:04 (1:09) 1:10 1:24 (1:29) 1:30Block 4 1:05-2:20 12:50-2:20 12:50-1:45 10:47-11:45 1:10-2:20 1:30-2:20Pep Rally 1:50-2:2062

Additional InformationWHERE, WHAT, AND WHO IN YOUR SCHOOL?Activity CalendarAdministrationAdministration Mrs. Reynolds Main OfficeMr. KnappMain OfficeMr. Supko2 nd FloorMr. Eye2 nd FloorAppointments to see the Principal Mrs. Sturm Main OfficeAthletic Director Mr. Carico Gym CommonsAttendance Officer Mr. Smith Main OfficeBlue Streak Academy Mrs. Hart 1 st Floor-Room 155Bookkeeper Mrs. Shepard Main OfficeClass and Club CoordinatorAdministrationGuidance1 st Floor- Main EntranceLibrary1 st FloorLocks for Student Lockers Mrs. Cash Main OfficeLost and FoundMain Office, Custodial Hallway or P.E. TeachersNurse Nurse Knupp Across from Main OfficeP.E. Locks and Gym SuitsP.E. DepartmentSchool Phone Number 433-2651Fax Number 433-3595Athletic Number 433-0450JROTC 564-2717Band Room 434-1245School Resource Officer Hotline 438-0911Guidance Fax Number 442-8391Blue Streak Academy 574-0052Student Assistance Coordinator Ms. Johns 1 st Floor, Room 247SCA Meetings Mrs. Kibler Room 444Student Parking Permits Mrs. Supko Gym CommonsTo Tutor or Be Tutored Guidance 1 st Floor- Main EntranceWhere to check in at school Attendance Office 1 st FloorSchool Resource Officer Officer TBA Main OfficeRick Castaneda GuidanceHome-School LiaisonYolanda Blake GuidanceValentina SokolyukMuhamed KareemScholarship Information Guidance 1 st Floor- Main EntranceSenior Service Project Mrs. Grefe 2 nd Floor – Room 526Transportation/Bus Company 434-049263

WHAT TO DO IF...Additional InformationIf you:are sick in schoolare tardy to schoolare late due to buswere absent from schoolmust leave school earlyknow in advance that you will be absenthave any schedule problems or instructionalconcernsneed information on careers or collegeshave a locker problemhave lost something or found an item belongingto someone elseneed a work permitwant to start a new clubwant to join the PTSAwant to join a club or sportwitness a theft or other illegal activitywant to tutor or want to be tutoredThen:Go to a teacher and get a pass to the attendanceoffice/nurse.Go to the attendance office.Report directly to class in progress.Go to the attendance office with a note the dayreturning to school.Pre-arranged with note through attendanceoffice.Pre-arranged with note approved through theattendance office.Go to the guidance office after Block 1 class.Go to guidance.Go to Main Office Secretary.Go to Main Office Secretary.Go to Guidance Secretary.Go to the Principal.Leave a note in the PTSA mailbox in themailroom.Go to club sponsor/monitor or Athletic Director.Go to a teacher, coach, adult supervisor, SRO,or administrator.Go to guidance counselor.have suggestions for general school improvement Contact SCA Homeroom Representative.make a paymentWrite check to Harrisonburg High School andspecify reason for check.have inclement weatherListen to local radio or T.V. station forinstructions.Register car. Buy parking decal. Park in anydrive to schoolunmarked or unnumbered space in studentparking lot.have a change in address or phone numberSee Mrs. Grogg in the attendance office.are a victim of or have concerns or questionsabout sexual or other harassment, emotional orphysical abuse, tobacco, alcohol, or other drugsSee Student Assistance Coordinator - Room247, School Resource Officer, Administrator orGuidance Counselor.want to sign up for drivers educationSee Mrs. Jennifer Thompson before or afterschool.need bus information (route, time, etc.) Call Transportation Department - 432-0492.have a problem with another studentneed information about gifted education at HHShave cafeteria menu suggestionsneed to confidentially report a crime/concernSee your Guidance Counselor or Administrator.See Guidance Counselor.See Cafeteria Manager.Call School Resource Officer Hotline - 438-0911.64

Additional InformationStudent Drop-off Traffic PatternTraffic SignalStudent drop-off is atthe North 2 entranceNORTH2SCHOOLStudents should only be dropped off at the North 2 Entrance.Students should not be picked up or dropped off at the front entrance of the school.HHS =HCPS =Harrisonburg High School (Front)Harrisonburg City Public Schools (Back)

IndexAC, continuedAbsences 43 Cigarettes (tobacco) 49Acceptable Use Policy 19 Class Rank 21Administrative Staff 8 Closed Campus 45Admonition 54 Clubs 38Advanced Placement 20 Coat Rule 50After School DetentionCompulsory School Attendance 5354(ASD)After School Program 27, 54 Commencement Attire 41After School Snack Program 26 Community College Connection 23Alcohol Policy 49 Computer Use 19Announcements 22, 39 Concurrent Enrollment 21Appeals of Out-of-schoolConsequences (discipline) 5355SuspensionApplicability of SchoolCourse Credit 2354RulesArson 50Assault and Battery 49 DAssemblies 52 Damage to Property 49Attendance 43-45 Dances 32Athletics Dates 19Dress Code 35 Detention (teacher) 2, 47Eligibility 36 Diploma Options 12Ticket Prices 35 DisciplineTrainers 35 Additional infractions 50Automobiles 30 Consequences 54-55Programs 54B Disobeying (insubordination) 50Beepers 50 Disruptions 50Bicycles 50 Dress Code 35, 52Blue Streak Academy 23 Driver Education 29Blue Streak Award 31 Drug and Alcohol Policy 49Bookbag Rule 29, 50 Drug and Weapon Free Zone 51Bookkeepers 62 Dual Enrollment 21Bullying 49 Due Process 61Bus 31, 42Bus Safety/Accident 42 EEarly Dismissals 47C Electronic Tampering 50Cafeteria 25 Elevator 40Cellular Phones 50, 51 Email 19, 20Chains 52 Emergency Care 39Change of Address 39 Emergency Procedures 45-46Cheating 50Examinations 45

E ContinuedLExam Exemptions 55Expulsion 48 Late Arrivals 47Extortion 50 Leaving School 46Legal Notification 43F Library 28Facilities 40 Lockers 28Falsification 50 Loitering - Before or AfterSchool54Fees 40 Loitering - BlockingHallways, Stairways, Doors53Fighting 49 Loss of privileges 19, 54Financial Policies 40 Lost and Found 29Fire Alarms 39 Lunch Shifts 59Fire Drill 39 Lying 50First Aid 44Fund Raisers 41 MMake-up Work 44GMassanutten Governor’s 21SchoolGED 15 Massanutten Technical Center 21Gambling 48 Maps of School 65-66Gangs 49 Mechanical/Electronic Devices 50-51Genesis 54 Mediation 55Gifted 27 Medication 44Good School Standing 36 Midterm Exams 45-46Grade Point Average 22 Minute of Silence 39Grading Scale 20Graduation Requirements 11, 41 NGroups 38 National Honor Society 22Guidance 26 NCAA 37Notes from Home 43H Notification of Legal Authority 55Hazing 50 Nurse 44Head Coverings 52History of School 5 OHomebound 27 Off Limits Area 53Homeroom 39 Open House 19Honor Code 22 Organizations 38Overnight Suspension 54IIllegal Substances 49Inappropriate Literature 50Inclement Weather 41Insubordination 50Interim Reports 19, 20Index

P School Facilities and Equipment 40Parent Responsibility 58 School Safety 58Parental notification or 19,55 Search and Seizure 53conferencesParking 30 Seizure of Illegal Matter 50, 54Parking Decals 30 Senior Privileges 41Performing Groups 38 Senior Service Project 31Personal Listening Devices 50, 51 Sexual Harassment 49Philosophy of School 7 Skateboarding 50Plagiarizing 22, 49 Snow 41Pledge of Allegiance 39 Social Probation 51Posting of Signs 40 Special Diploma 15Power Hour 28 Sportsmanship 33Profanity 48 Staff, School 8Project Graduation 28 Stalking 50PSAT 294 Staying After School 53PTSA 37 Stealing 48Publications 32 Student 64Absences 43R Assistance Program 27Recognition of Excellence 31 Discipline 48Records 24 Drop Off 64Remove Students from Class 55 Eighteen 45Remediation/summer school 23 Employment 27Renaissance 32 Fees 40Report Cards 19 Illness 44Reprimand 54 Parking 30Residency 7 Records 24Rollerblading 50 Removal from Class 55Responsibilities 59S Traffic 53, 64SCA 32 Valuables 29SOL’s 11, 24, 46 Summer School 23Safety, School 57 Sunglasses 51Saturday School 54 Suspension 44, 55Schedule Changes 26 Suspension Make-Up 45SchedulesAdditional 62Bell 60Sample 61Scholarships 31School Activities 47School Closing 41Index

IndexTTardy Policy 47Teacher Responsibilities 59Telephone 39, 42Testing 11, 24Testing Schedule 24Theft 48Threats 50Ticket Prices 35Tobacco Regulations 49Transfer Students 16Transportation 31Trespassing 48Truancy 43VValuables 29Vandalism 49VHSL 33Video Surveillance 39Violation of laws and school 48boardregulationsVirtual High School 20Virtual Virginia 21Visitors 42Vulgarity 48WWe Believe… 7We Are HHS 57Weapons 49Welcome 5What’s New At A Glance 2What To Do If... 64Where, What, Who... 63Work Permits 27Work Place Preparedness 15Certificate

Course Plan SheetName:_____________________________Desired Diploma Option:______________Anticipated Graduation Date: ___________Subject Grade Credit(s) Verified Subject Grade Credit(s)EnglishForeignLanguageEnglish 9 N/A 1.English 10 N/A 2.English 11 3.English 12 N/A 4.MathematicsAlgebra 1ElectivesGeometry 1.3. 2.4. 3.4.5.Science 6.EarthScienceBiology3.4. Health PE 9Health PE 10SocialStudiesFine Arts:WorldStudies 11.WorldStudies 2WorldGeographySequentialElective:US History 1.Government N/A 2.

August 2010Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2BandCamp-drumline3BandCamp-drumlineSchool BoardMtg.4BandCamp-drumline5BandCamp-drumline68:30 AM -3:30PM HHS (only)Registration &Fee DayBandCamp-drumline78 910111213141:00 PM -7:00PMRegistration &Fee DayBand Camp-allband8:30 AM -3:30PMRegistration &Fee DayBand Camp-allbandBand Camp-allbandNew TeacherOrientation,Breakfast &Mtg.w/PrincipalsBand Camp-allbandInstructionalProgram-Fed. &StateAccountabilityNew TeacherOrientationNew TeacherOrientationTeacherWorkday (flexday)-StaffDevelopment15 161718192021Band Camp-allbandBand Camp-all bandGeneral Mtg. & BreakfastBand Camp-allbandBand Camp-allbandBand Camp-allbandBand Camp-allbandCoaches Mtg.TeacherWorkday/StaffDevelopmentMentor TrainingP.E.E.R.S.School Board Mtg.Teacher Workday/StaffDevelopmentTeacherWorkday/StaffDevelopmentOpen House(all schools)TeacherWorkday/StaffDevelopmentFaculty Mtg.TeacherWorkday/StaffDevelopmentBand PotluckDinner22 232425262728ABABAFirst Day ofSchoolNo School-MTCFirst Day ofSchool - MTCClass Ringdelivery-alllunch shifts29 30B31AJoint SchoolBoard Mtg.w/City Council(if needed)Jul 2010S M T W T F S1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 14 15 16 1718 19 20 21 22 23 2425 26 27 28 29 30 31Sep 2010S M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30

September 2010Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayAug 2010S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 1415 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 31Oct 2010S M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 30311BClass RingAdjustments-alllunch shiftsITL Mtg.2A3B45 67891011Labor DayHoliday-HHS& MTCClosedASchool BoardMtg.BADepartmentMtg.BChoralWorkshop12 131415161718AInterims DueBDrama PotluckDinnerABAMarching BandComp. @Millbrook H.S.Faculty Mtg.19 202122232425BSchedule I-Activity DayAOne ActAuditionsBOne ActCallbacksAOne ActRehearsalBOne ActRehearsalMarching BandComp. @BroadwayH.S.One Act RehearsalSchool BoardMtg.SchoolPictures-Grades9-10-11Regional OrchestraAud.VRA/VCLA Testing2627282930One ActRehearsalAActivityDay-ScheduleIIBOne ActRehearsalAOne ActRehearsalBOne ActRehearsalOne ActRehearsal

October 2010Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySep 2010S M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30Nov 2010S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 1314 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 301AMarine Band@HHSOne ActRehearsal2Band Comp. @C'Ville/ MonticelloVMEA HonorsChoir Aud. @LongwoodCollege3 456789BEarly Release/TeacherWorkdayEnd of FirstSix WeeksASchool BoardMtg.BITL Mtg.Jostens/ VHSLPublicationsWorkshopABSATReasoning &Subject tests10 111213141516ADistributionof ReportCardsHomecomingWeekBADept. Mtg.PSATFutureEducatorsAssoc. Conf.HCPSClosed-ParentConferencesBPep Rally(peprally schedule)HomecomingDancePSAT17 181920212223AActivity Day -Schedule IBFaculty Mtg.School BoardMtg.AAll City/CountyChoir @ SHSSOL WritingBSenior ClassMtg. - JostensAParade ofChampionsBand Comp.@ JMUSOL Writing24 252627282930BInterims DueOne Act Perf.Schedule II- Activity DaySenior order day-all lunchshiftsASenior orderday-all lunchshiftsVHSL One ActComp. @TAHSBAMake uppicturesBMTC ClosedVTA TheaterComp. @RestonHalloween DanceVBODA MarchingBand Comp.VTA TheaterComp. @ Reston31VTA TheaterComp. @Reston

November 2010Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1AMTCClosed-ParentConf.2ElectionDay/StaffDevelopmentHCPS ClosedMTC ClosedSchool BoardMtg.3BITL Mtg.4AFallRenaissanceRally-assemblyscheduleOne ActPerf./HHS,THMS,SMS5B6District ChoralAud. @WilsonMem. H.S.SAT Reasoning& Subject testsVCLA/VRATesting7 8910111213ABAJEA/ NSPAFall NationalConf.BDepartment Mtg.JEA/ NSPA FallNat. Conf.Veterans DayConcert Band &ChoirAJEA/ NSPAFall Nat. Conf.RegionalOrchestraRegionalOrchestraRegionalVHSL One ActComp.@TAHS14151617181920AmericanEducationWeekJEA/ NSPAFall NationalConf.BMusical Aud.AEarly Release/TeacherWorkdayEnd of SecondSix WeeksMusical Aud.BFaculty Mtg.MusicalAuditionsAVMEA InserviceConf.& HonorsChoir@HomesteadVSBAConventionBFall BloodmobileSenior Takeover DayVMEA Inservice Conf.& Honors Choir @HomesteadVSBA ConventionLongabergerBingoVMEAInservice Conf.& HonorsChoir @Homestead21 222324252627AActivityDay-ScheduleIMusicalCallbacksBBand Auditions -ACCDistribution ofReport CardsMusical CallbacksAHCPS/MTCEarly ReleaseSchool ClosedThanksgivingHolidaySchool ClosedThanksgivingHolidaySchool Board Mtg.28 29BSchedule II -Activity Day30AMusicalstudent/parentmtg.School BoardMtg w/CityCouncil (ifneeded)Oct 2010S M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 3031Dec 2010S M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 31

December 2010Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayNov 2010S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 1314 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30Jan 2011S M T W T F S2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930 3111BITL Mtg.MusicalRehearsal(music only)2AMusicalRehearsal(music only)3BChristmasParadeMusicalRehearsal(music only)4MusicalRehearsal(music only)SATReasoning &Subject test567891011MusicalRehearsal(music only)AMusicalRehearsal(music only)VHSL StateTheater Comp.BI-Flurtz (2nd block)Interims DueMusical Rehearsal(music only)School Board Mtg.AMusicalRehearsal(music only)BDepartment Mtg.Musical Rehearsal(music only)Winter BandConcertAMusicalRehearsal(music only)District BandAuditionsMusicalRehearsal(music only)12131415161718MusicalRehearsal(music only)BMusicalRehearsal(music only)AFaculty Mtg.MusicalRehearsal(music only)BMusicalRehearsal(music only)AHoliday ChoralConcertBSchool MusicAssembly(assemblyschedule)19 202122232425HCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter Break262728293031HCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter BreakHCPS/MTCClosedWinter Break

January 2011Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayDec 2010S M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 31Feb 2011S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 2812 345678AMusicalRehearsalAud.BMusicalRehearsalAud.AHHS Band performsfor Chamber ofCommerceITl Mtg.Musical RehearsalAud.BHHS Band performsfor Chamber ofCommerceMusical RehearsalAud.AAll CountyBandMusicalRehearsalAud.All CountyBandMusicalRehearsalAud.9101112131415MusicalRehearsalAud.BMusicalRehearsalAud.AMusicalRehearsalAud.BMusicalRehearsalAud.SemesterExamA Day ExamsDepartmentMtg.MusicalRehearsalAud.A Day ExamsEnd of FirstSemesterMusicalRehearsalAud.MusicalRehearsalAud.16171819202122MusicalRehearsalAud.HCPS Closed/Teacher WorkdayM.L. King HolidayMusical RehearsalAud.HCPS Closed/Teacher WorkdayMTC early releaseMusical RehearsalAud.BFaculty Mtg.MTC early releaseMusical RehearsalAud.AMTC earlyreleaseMusicalRehearsalAud.BDistribution ofReport CardsMTC Closed/teacherworkdayMusical RehearsalAud.Musical RehearsalAud.SAT Subject &Reasoning testVCLA/VRA testing23242526272829MusicalRehearsalAud.AActivity Day -Schedule IMusicalRehearsalAud.BMusicalRehearsalAud.AMusicalRehearsalAud.BMusicalRehearsalAud.AJMU Men's ChoralInvitational @JMUMusical RehearsalAud.MusicalRehearsalAud.WinterSemi-FormalDance3031MusicalRehearsalAud.BMusical RehearsalAud.Schedule II - ActivityDay

February 2011Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1AMusicalRehearsal2BITL Mtg.MusicalRehearsal3AMusicalRehearsal4BDistrict Band@ HHSMusicalRehearsal5MusicalRehearsal6789101112MusicalRehearsalAI -Flurtz onsaleInterims dueMusicalRehearsalBI -Flurtz onsaleMusical TechrehearsalAI -Flurtz onsaleMusical TechrehearsalBDepartment Mtg.I -Flurtz on saleMTC Early ReleaseMusical TechrehearsalDistrict ChoirHCPS/MTCClosedStaffDevelopmentDistrict Choir13 141516171819ABFaculty Mtg.ABMusicalPerformanceAMusicalPerformanceMusicalPerformance20212223242526MusicalPerformanceActivity Day -Schedule IBNationalScholasticJournalismWeekABSpringRenaissanceRally(assemblyschedule)ABAll State BandAud.27 28AActivity Day -Schedule IIJan 2011S M T W T F S12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930 31Mar 2011S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31

March 2011Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayFeb 2011S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 281B2AITL Mtg.Spring PlayAud.3BEnd of FourthSix Weeks4ACSPA RegionalJournalismConventionEarly Release -TeacherWorkday5CSPARegionalJournalismConvention6789101112CSPARegionalJournalismConventionBSpring PlayRehearsalASOL WritingSpring PlayRehearsalBDepartmentMtg.SOL WritingSpring PlayRehearsalADistribution ofReport CardsEarly ReleaseParent Conferences1/2 daySpring Play RehearsalDistrict V Band FestivalHCPS ClosedParent Conf.Spring Play RehearsalStaff Early ReleaseDistrict V BandFestivalSATReasoning testonlySpring PlayRehearsal13141516171819Spring PlayRehearsalActivity Day -Schedule IBSpring PlayRehearsalAChoirPrefestivalConcertFaculty Mtg.BSpring PlayRehearsalASpring PlayRehearsalBSpring PlayRehearsalDistrict VChoral FestivalSpring PlayRehearsalSpring PlayRehearsal20212223242526Spring PlayRehearsalAActivity Day -Schedule IISpring PlayRehearsalBSpring PlayRehearsalTiny TotsConcertASpring PlayRehearsalTiny TotsConcertBSpring PlayRehearsalTiny TotsConcertAMTC EarlyReleaseSpring PlayRehearsalSpring PlayRehearsalStateForensics@HHSVCLA/VRATesting27Spring PlayRehearsal28HCPS & MTCClosed-Spring BreakSpring PlayRehearsal29HCPS & MTCClosed-Spring BreakSpring PlayRehearsal30HCPS & MTCClosed-Spring BreakSpring PlayRehearsal31HCPS & MTCClosed-Spring BreakSpring PlayRehearsalApr 2011S M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 30

April 2011Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayMar 2011S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31May 2011S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 1415 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 311HCPS & MTCClosed -Spring Break23 456789BInterims DueSpring PlayrehearsalASpring PlayrehearsalBITL Mtg.National HonorSocietyInductionAAll State BandOrchestraSpring PlayrehearsalBOrchestraBand - AllStateSpring PlayrehearsalOrchestraBand - AllStateSpring PlayrehearsalSpring Playrehearsal10111213141516Spring PlayrehearsalASpring PlayrehearsalBSpring PlayrehearsalAJEA/ NSPA SpringNational Conv.Ninth Grade ClassRing Mtg.Spring PlayrehearsalBDepartment Mtg.JEA/ NSPA SpringNational Conv.Spring PlayrehearsalAJEA/ NSPASpringNational Conv.Spring PlayrehearsalJEA/ NSPASpringNational Conv.17181920212223JEA/ NSPASpringNational Conv.BSCA Election WeekSchedule I - ActivityDay Election ofOfficersSpring Play DressRehearsalAClass RingOrders -all lunchchiftsFaculty Mtg.Spring Play DressRehearsalBClass RingOrders -alllunch chiftsSpring PlayDressRehearsalASpring PlayDressRehearsalHCPS/ MTCClosed -HolidaySpring PlayPerformanceSpring PlayPerformance24 252627282930BElementaryChoral Festival& ConcertSchedule II-Activity DayElection ofOfficersAEarly Release/TeacherWorkdayEnd of FifthSix WeeksBAChorus - AllStateBChorus - AllStateVirginia J DayChorus - AllStateVirginia J Day

May 2011Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2AAP French Lang.Compar. Gov't. &Politics Test - PMAP US Gov't.Test-AMNational EducationWeek3BDistribution of ReportCardsTesting - AP Comp.Sci. & Spanish Lang. -AMTesting AP Statistics -PM4AAP CalculusAB - AMAP CalculusBC - AMITL Mtg.5BTesting - APEnglish Lit. &Comp - AM6AAP U.S.History - AM7SATReasoning &Subject test8 91011121314BTesting - AP Music Theory- AMTesting AP Biology - AMTesting AP Physics BC -12PMTesting AP Physics C -2PMAAP Chem. &Enviro. Sci. -8AMAP Psychology- 12PMBTesting AP ArtHistory - 12PMTesting ApEnglish Lang.& Comp. -8AMAAP Macroeconomics-World History - 8AMAP microeconomics -12PMDepartment Mtg.BPROMPreparations@3:30Testing - APHuman Geog. &Spanish Lit.-8AMPROMVCLA/ VRATesting15 161718192021ABABAInterims DueFaculty Mtg.Spring ChoralConcert22 232425262728BABABMathCelebration -Aud. - 7:00PMRenaissanceLeadershipBanquetSpring BandConcertSpringBloodmobile29 30HCPS/ MTCClosed -Memorial Day31AAwardsAssembly(assemblyschedule)Apr 2011S M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 30Jun 2011S M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30

June 2011Monthly PlannerSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayMay 2011S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 1415 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 31Jul 2011S M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 30311BITL Mtg.NewsstreakBanquet2ADepartmentMtg.3B4SAT Subject &ReasoningTest5 67891011ABB Day ExamsEarly ReleaseExams -Block 1 & 2 ABand PicnicEarly ReleaseExams -Block 3 & 4 AFaculty Mtg.HCPS ClosedTeacherWorkdayHHSGraduation12 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30

STUDENTS, PARENTS, THE SCHOOL:A Partnership in ResponsibilityHandbook2010-2011

Harrisonburg City Public SchoolsStudents, Parents, the School: A Partnership in ResponsibilityContentsCode of Virginia (Selected Sections)iSuperintendent’s MessageiiMembers of the School Board and Administrative StaffiiiSchools and Administrative StaffivNondiscrimination Notice 1Introduction 1Parent Responsibility and Involvement Requirements 1Standards of Student Conduct 2Attendance 4Truancy 4Consequences of Habitual Truancy 4School Attendance Law 5Homeless Children 7Weapons in School 8Controlled Substance, Imitation Controlled Substance, or Marijuana 9Tobacco Products 10Assault and Battery 11Gang Activity or Association 11Threats or Intimidation 11Bullying 11Sexual Harassment 11Off-Campus Speech 11Hazing 11Disruptive Conduct 12Profane or Abusive Language 12Gambling 12Student Dress 12Respect for Teachers and Staff 12Integrity: Cheating, Plagiarism, Falsification, Stealing, etc. 13Vandalism 13Unlawful Acts 13Other Violations 14Pupil Transportation 16School Bus Safety and Discipline 16Procedures for Handling Bus Misconduct 17School Bus Accident Protocol 18Consequences for Violating the Standards of Student Conduct 18Disciplinary Guidelines for Secondary Schools 19Minute of Silence 21

Student Services 222Student Fees 22Student Health Services & Requirements 24Contagious Disease 24Treatment of Medical Emergencies 24Physical Examinations of Students 24Student Immunizations 25Administering Medicines to Students 26Student Screenings 27Pediculosis Control 27Guidance and Counseling Program 28Academic Guidance (Academic Advising) 28Career Guidance (Career Advising) 28Personal/Social Counseling 28Student Records 28Enrollment Procedures 30Birth Certificate 31Social Security Number 31Procedure to Inspect Education Records 31Types, Locations, and Custodians of Education Records 32Disclosure of Education Records 33Directory Information 34Correction of Education Records 35Confidentiality of HIV, Drug, and Alcohol Treatment Records 36School Nutrition Program 36Administration of Surveys and Questionnaires 36Instruction 38AppendicesStudent Achievement Expectations 38Graduation Requirements 39Remediation/Summer School 45Placement (Promotion and Retention) 45Child Study Teams 45Special Education and Related Services 45Section 504 Services and Accommodations 46Grading 46Homework 47Video Surveillance 47CalendarNetwork User Acceptable Use Agreement FormNotice of Technology Usage by Students Form(Non-Participation Notice)Email Guidelines for ParentsDirectory InformationParent Signature Sheet (Handbook Verification Form)ABCDE

Code of VirginiaSection 22.1-279.3. Parental responsibility and involvement requirements.A. Each parent of a student enrolled in a public school has a duty to assist the school in enforcing the standardsof student conduct and attendance in order that education may be conducted in an atmosphere free ofdisruption and threat to persons or property, and supportive of individual rights.B. A school board shall provide opportunities for parental and community involvement in every school in the schooldivision.C. Within one calendar month of the opening of school, each school board shall, simultaneously with any othermaterials customarily distributed at that time, send to the parents of each enrolled student (i) a notice of therequirements of this section and (ii) a copy of the school board’s standards of student conduct. These materialsshall include a notice to the parents that by signing the statement of receipt, parents shall not be deemed to waive,but to expressly reserve, their rights protected by the constitutions or laws of the United States or theCommonwealth and that a parent shall have the right to express disagreement with a school’s or school division’spolicies or decisions.Each parent of a student shall sign and return to the school in which the student is enrolled a statementacknowledging the receipt of the school board’s standards of student conduct and the notice requirement of thissection. Each school shall maintain records of such signed statements.D. The school principal may request the student’s parent to meet with the principal or his designee to review theschool board’s standards of student conduct and the parent’s responsibility to participate with the school indisciplining the student and maintaining order, and to discuss improvement of the child’s behavior and educationalprogress.E. In accordance with 22.1-277 and the guidelines required by 22.1-278, the school principal may notify the parentsof any student who violates a school board policy when such violation could result in the student’s suspension,whether or not the school administration has imposed such disciplinary action. The notice shall state (i) the dateand particulars of the violation; (ii) the obligation of the parent to take actions to assist the school in improving thestudent’s behavior; and (iii) that, if the student is suspended, the parent may be required to accompany the studentto meet with school officials.F. No suspended student shall be admitted to the regular school program until such student and his parent have metwith school officials to discuss improvement of the student’s behavior, unless the school principal or his designeedetermines that readmission, without parent conference, is appropriate for the student.G. Upon the failure of a parent to comply with the provisions of this section, the school board may, by petition to thejuvenile and domestic relations court, proceed against such parent for willful and unreasonable refusal toparticipate in efforts to improve the student’s behavior, as follows:1. If the court finds that the parent has willfully and unreasonably failed to meet, pursuant to a request of theprincipal as set forth in subsection D of this section, to review the school board’s standards of studentconduct and the parent’s responsibility to assist the school in disciplining the student and maintainingorder, and to discuss improvement of the child’s behavior and educational progress, it may order theparent to so meet: or2. If the court finds that the parent has willfully and unreasonably failed to accompany a suspended studentto meet with school officials pursuant to subsection F, or upon the student’s receiving a secondsuspension or being expelled, it may order (i) the student or his parent to participate in such programs orsuch treatment as the court deems appropriate to improve the student’s behavior or (ii) the student or hisparent to be subject to such conditions and limitations as the court deems appropriate for the supervision,care, and rehabilitation of the student or his parent. In addition, the court may order the parent to pay acivil penalty not to exceed $500.H. The civil penalties established pursuant to this section shall be enforceable in the juvenile and domestic relationscourt in which the student’s school is located and shall be paid into a fund maintained by the appropriate localgoverning body to support programs or treatments designed to improve the behavior of students as described in thesubdivision 2 of subsection G. Upon the failure to pay the civil penalties imposed by this section, the attorney forthe appropriate county, city, or town shall enforce the collection of such civil penalties.I. All references in this section to the juvenile and domestic relations court shall be also deemed to mean anysuccessor in interest of such court.i

July 2010Dear Parents:Welcome to the school system-wide Student Handbook. This is an important publication that webelieve will help foster better understanding and communication with our parents about thepolicies and procedures that govern our school system.Continuing focus on academic rigor requires that our schools be purposeful places of learning. Tothat end, we believe that all children can learn at high levels and have the capability to understandand follow school rules and procedures. In order for students to be successful learners our schoolsmust be safe and free from distractions that interfere with teaching and learning. The HarrisonburgCity Public Schools Student Handbook was created with the aim of defining expectations, rulesand procedures that apply to all students across all school programs. In addition, the StudentHandbook lists numerous programs and services available within our school system to assiststudents who may be experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral problems that may interferewith their learning.As your superintendent, I strongly encourage you to review this Student Handbook with your child(children) and reinforce our efforts to promote an excellent learning environment for all students.As you review these pages, I trust you will appreciate the thoughtfulness of this document and thecommitment to common sense and respect for all children. Since we will update this bookannually, I encourage your comments and suggestions. Every parent must sign the form at the endof the handbook stating that they have received the Student Handbook and return it as soon aspossible.The coming year will be an exciting one I am sure. I look forward to working with you to makethis a wonderful year for your child (children). Please don’t hesitate to call me at 540-434-9916with any questions or concerns.Sincerely yours,Scott R. Kizner, Ph.D.Superintendent of Schoolsii

HARRISONBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLSMembers of the School BoardMr. Greg CoffmanMr. Timothy LaceyMr. Tom MendezMrs. Sallie StricklerMr. Nick SwayneMrs. Kerri WilsonAdministrative StaffScott R. Kizner, SuperintendentMichael C. Loso, Asst. Superintendent for Instruction and AdministrationD.D. Dawson, Director of Finance and TechnologyAndrea S. Early, Director of School Nutrition ProgramsKrista D. Hogan, Director of Exceptional Student ServicesShawn D. Printz, Director of Human ResourcesNathan Barge, Welcome Center CoordinatorKaren K. Campbell, Supervisor of Instructional TechnologySherri W. Chapman, Coordinator of Career and Technical EducationWanda P. Hamilton, Instructional SupervisorAndrew S. Jackson, Coordinator of Science InstructionPatrick J. Lintner, Supervisor of Mathematics and Fine Arts InstructionCraig D. Mackail, Supervisor for Research, Planning and OperationsPam R. Mason, Coordinator of Health & PEKirk D. Moyers, Coordinator of Social Studies InstructionEthan D. Zook, Student Services CoordinatorReggie Smith, Director, City Transportation Department (432-0492)(School bus contact)Main Central Office/School Board (434-9916)SuperintendentHuman ResourcesResearch, Planning and Operations Special Programs and Student ServicesFinance and PayrollTechnologyHarrisonburg Public Safety BuildingInstructional Services (434-5730)Special Education Services (434-2752)School Nutrition (437-3300)Welcome Center (433-3644)(Thomas Harrison Middle School Lower Level)Harrisonburg City School system does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color,religion, handicapping conditions, or national origin in employment or educationalprograms and activities.iii

HARRISONBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLSSchoolsAdministrationHarrisonburg High School - Grades 9-12Irene M. Reynolds, Principal1001 Garbers Church Road R. Jay Supko, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22801Michael K. Eye, Assistant540-433-2651 Jeremy C. Knapp, AssistantThomas Harrison Middle School -Grades 5-8Elisabeth A. Dunnenberger, Principal1311 West Market Street John A. Shipley, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22801Kathleen Taylor, Assistant540-434-1949Skyline Middle School – Grades 5-8Joseph L. Glick, Principal470 Linda Lane Luke A. Hartman, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22802540-434-6862Keister Elementary School - Grades K-4Anne Lintner, Principal100 Maryland Avenue Tracey M. Long, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22801540-434-6585Smithland Elementary School – Grades K-4Gary L. Painter, Principal474 Linda Lane Mark Miller, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22802540-434-6075Spotswood Elementary School - Grades K-4Ann D. Conners, Principal400 Mountain View Drive Chad Burk, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22801540-434-3429Stone Spring Elementary School - Grades K-4Lynn Sprouse, Principal575 Peach Grove Avenue Joy Blosser, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22801540-574-1199Waterman Elementary School - Grades K-4Linda Y. McCormick, Principal451 Chicago Avenue Thomas E. Matteson, AssistantHarrisonburg, VA 22802540-434-8352Section 504 coordinator is Dr. Krista Hogan. Title IX coordinator is Shawn Printz. Should youhave any questions, please contact Dr. Hogan at (540) 434-2752 or Mr. Printz at (540) 434-9916.iv

Nondiscrimination NoticeThe Harrisonburg City School Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion,disability, national origin, or status as a parent. This attitude will prevail in all of its policies concerningstaff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board doesbusiness. The Harrisonburg City School Board has designated Shawn D. Printz, Director of HumanResources, 317 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801 (540) 434-9916 as the ComplianceOfficer responsible for identifying, preventing and remedying prohibited harassment. Complaints ofharassment may also be made to the Alternate Compliance Officer, Dr. Krista Hogan, Director ofExceptional Student Services,101 North Main Street, 4th Floor, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801 (540) 434-2752.Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesGuaranteed Right and ResponsibilitiesThe rights of all students as guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States and theCommonwealth of Virginia and applicable federal, state, and local statutes are recognized andprotected.1. Title IX Student Complaints: As required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of1972, the Harrisonburg City Schools adhere to the policy that “No person shall, on the basisof sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subject todiscrimination under and education program of activity…”2. Complaint Procedure: Should a student or parent believe or have evidence of some form ofsex discrimination and should this person want to present a complaint based upon this beliefor evidence then this person should contact his/her teacher, the building principal, theAssistant Superintendent, Superintendent of Schools or the Title IX Compliance Officer.3. Complaint Process: The division employee receiving the complaint will advise the student orparent of the next steps to be taken. Forms for filing an official complaint are available fromthe school principal, Title IX Compliance Officer or from the HCPS website Policy #437.IntroductionThis booklet fulfills the requirement of the Standards of Quality for Public Schools in Virginia, that“...standards of student conduct and attendance and enforcement procedures designed to provide thatpublic education be conducted in an atmosphere free of disruption and threat to persons or property andsupportive of individual rights (22.1-253.13:7 D, July 1997....)” be so stated in a policy manual.The legal responsibilities and rights of students in the public schools of Harrisonburg City and the rules ofconduct and disciplinary procedures applicable to students are explained in this booklet and in theadditional published rules made by each of our schools. This booklet represents a condensed version ofthe policies set forth by the Board regarding student conduct. For the complete text, see Policies andRegulations, Harrisonburg City Public Schools.A copy of the school division’s policy manual is available on our website at www.harrisonburg.k12.va.usand at the Harrisonburg City Public Schools Administrative Office at 317 South Main St., Harrisonburg,VA.Parent Responsibility and Involvement RequirementsNote:As used in this booklet, the term parent shall be interpreted to include the student’s parent, legal guardian,or other adult in loco parentis to the student.1

Each parent of a student shall sign and return to the school in which the student is enrolled a statementacknowledging the receipt of the school board’s standards of student conduct and the notice of therequirements of this section.All parents are expected to assume responsibility for the students' behavior and assist the school inenforcing the Standards of Student Conduct. Parents are also expected to maintain regularcommunication with school authorities, monitor and require daily attendance, and bring to the attentionof the school authorities any problem that affects his/her child or other children in the school. It isthe parents' responsibility to notify the school of any unusual behavior pattern or medical problemthat might lead to serious educational difficulties.The school principal may request the student’s parent meet with the principal or his designee to reviewthe school board’s standards of student conduct and the parent’s responsibility to participate with theschool in disciplining the student and maintaining order, and to discuss improvement of the child’sbehavior and educational progress.Upon the failure of a parent to comply with the provisions of this section, the school board may, bypetition to the juvenile and domestic relations court, proceed against such parent for willful andunreasonable refusal to participate in efforts to improve the student’s behavior (Code of Virginia,Section 22.1-279.3).Sex Offenders on School Property: Amendment states that every adult convicted on a sexually violentoffense is prohibited from entering and being present on school property during school hours and “duringschool-related and school-sponsored activities” (HB567). Additional legislation on this topic prohibitsadults convicted of certain sex offenses after July 1, 2008, from living within 500 feet of a public parkowned by a county, city or town that shares a boundary line with a school and which is regularly used forschool activities (HB622).Standards of Student ConductAll students attending Harrisonburg City Public Schools have the right of fair access to an education thatis “...conducted in an atmosphere free of disruption and threat to persons or property and supportive ofindividual rights”....22.1-253.13:7, SOQ, 1997.This booklet defines the Standards of Student Conduct for all Harrisonburg City Public School students.Rules apply when students are on school property, while traveling to or from school, to or from and whileat the bus stop, while riding in school board vehicles, while in attendance at school or at any schoolsponsored activity. Rules also apply off school grounds at any time when the offense involves weapons,drugs or alcohol, or intentional injury in accordance with Sections 22.1-277.1 or 22.1-277.02 of the Codeof Virginia. Rules are enforced when the student’s conduct interferes with or obstructs the orderlyoperation of the school system or the safety or welfare of students or employees. Guidelines andprocedures related to disciplinary actions outlined in the Regulations Governing Special EducationPrograms for Children with Disabilities in Virginia and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 willbe implemented.All students are expected to accept and demonstrate the obligation of good citizenship to help preventproblems from happening and help solve problems if they occur. Students who observe or who aresubjected to behaviors as described in the Standards are expected to report such incidences to theirbus driver, teacher, coaches, adult supervisors, or school administrators.Changing Address and Telephone Number Students who change their residence, mailingaddress, or telephone number after enrolling in the school division must report the change promptly to theattendance office so that records can be corrected and kept current.2

Search and SeizureWhen enforcing these standards, a student’s person and/or personal effects (e.g. purse, book bag, etc.)may be searched whenever a school authority has individualized, reasonable suspicion to believe that thestudent is in possession of illegal or unauthorized materials. Metal detectors and other types ofsurveillance equipment may be used in the schools and at school activities for both random searches andwhen reasonable suspicion is present. Detection dogs will be used on school property to detect thepresence of drugs and other contraband.Student desks and lockers are the property of the school, and school officials reserve the right to searchdesks and lockers. A general search of lockers or desks may be conducted to repossess school property orto locate illegal materials.The school retains authority to conduct routine patrols of student parking lots and inspections of theexteriors of student vehicles on school property. The interiors of student vehicles may be inspectedwhenever a school authority has individualized, reasonable suspicion to believe that illegal orunauthorized materials are contained inside. Such patrols and inspections may be conductedwithout notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant (School Board Policy 419).Any contraband material found will be retained for the police for appropriate disposition (SchoolBoard Policy 414).Due ProcessAn administrative hearing will be held with the student prior to a decision to suspend the student fromschool attendance, except in emergency situations. Va. Code 22.1-277 provides the followingrequirements for suspensions:a) the student is provided with oral or written notice of the chargesb) an explanation of the facts and the opportunity for the student to present his/herversion is offeredc) notification of the facts in writing by the administrator to the division superintendentor designee and to the parent(s)d) if requested by either party, the superintendent or designee will review the factsof the case to “confirm or disapprove” the actione) superintendent’s decision may be appealed to the school boardProcedure for Appealing Out-of-School SuspensionsA decision to suspend a student may be appealed by the student’s parents. An appeal of a suspensionshall not delay the suspension. Failure to file a written notice of appeal within the prescribed time willconstitute a waiver of the right to appeal. A parent may appeal a suspension to the principal of the school,then to the superintendent or his designee in the following manner:a) A parent/guardian shall submit a written letter of appeal to the superintendent within three (3)calendar days of notification of the suspension. The superintendent or his designee shall reviewthe suspension and all the evidence, and render a decision.b) To appeal further, the parent shall submit written notice to the superintendent, within three (3)calendar days of the decision to uphold the suspension, requesting that the superintendent forwardthe letter of appeal to the school board for review. The school board shall review the information,gather additional information, and/or conduct a hearing if necessary, and render a decision. Thedecision of the school board is final.c) In any case in which a student has had his/her suspension extended by the superintendent, thestudent and his/her parent, guardian, or person having control or charge of the student may appealthe decision to the school board. Such appeal must be in writing and must be filed with thesuperintendent within three (3) calendar days of the decision on the appeal. The appeal shouldstate in detail why the decision should be overturned and supply all supporting documents.Failure to file a written appeal within the specified time will constitute a waiver of the right to anappeal (School Board Policy 423).3

Closed Campus: All Harrisonburg City Public Schools maintain a closed campus which means that oncestudents come on school grounds, they must remain on school grounds until their regular dismissed time.Leaving school grounds at any time without permission is a violation of discipline policy.Exclusion of Certain Expelled StudentsWhen a student has been expelled or suspended or had admission withdrawn from a private or publicschool, the student may be excluded from attendance in the Harrisonburg school division (School BoardPolicy 423).Violations of LawViolations of law may be handled by referring the case to law enforcement officials in addition to the useof other disciplinary measures. All incidents involving the death, shooting, stabbing or intentional cuttingor wounding of another person, involvement with drugs or alcohol, or the possession of weapons onschool property will result in referral to law enforcement officials in accordance with the Code of Virginia22.1-280.4.Felony ChargesStudents charged with any offense, wherever committed, that would be a felony if committed by an adultmay be disciplined and/or required to participate in prevention/intervention activities.Major categories of behavior are outlined in the following Standards of Student Conduct withconsequences which may occur as a result of misconduct. In determining the disposition for aspecific violation, the student’s past history is considered.AttendanceA. Students shall attend school in the attendance area in which they reside and to which they areassigned.B. Compulsory School Attendance Ages - Reach 5th birthday on or before September 30 of anyschool year and have not passed 18th birthday.C. Students are expected to arrive at school and all classes on time every day. Student attendance is acooperative effort, and the school board shall involve parents and students in accepting theresponsibility for good attendance.1. Each parent/guardian or person having control or charge of a child within the compulsoryattendance age shall be responsible for such child’s regular and punctual attendance at schoolas required under the provision of the law.2. A reasonable effort will be made to contact a parent/guardian of each absent student everyday, and a log will be kept of call attempts.3. Students who are absent must bring a valid note stating the reason for absence upon return toschool unless prior notification of reason by parent/guardian has been received. Unexcusedabsences are a violation of School Board Regulations.4. Students shall attend school for a full day unless otherwise excused. Exceptions to a full dayschedule must be approved on an individual basis (School Board Policy 408).5. Unexcused Absence or Tardiness - Students shall not be absent from or report late to class orschool without appropriate parental permission, school permission, or an otherwise validexcuse.D. Dismissal Precautions - students will not be released during the school day to any person notauthorized by the parent/guardian to assume responsibility for the student. The burden of proofis on the requesting party (School Board Policy 402, 402R, 404, 408).TruancyConsequences of Habitual TruancyA. A student over the age of 14 can be sent to Juvenile Detention for truancy for as much as 10 days4

per each day missed from school following their first appearance in court. Students under the ageof 14 are not sentenced to detention but charges are filed against their parents.B. Parent of ALL truant students can be charged with Failure to Send Child to School, orContributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. Fines as well as jail time could be punishment fornot sending a child to school. Student nonattendance is a problem that extends much further thanthe school. It affects the student, the family, and the community.School Attendance Law§ 22.1-254. Compulsory attendance required; excuses and waivers; alternative education programattendance; exemptions from article.A. Except as otherwise provided in this article, every parent, guardian, or other person in theCommonwealth having control or charge of any child who will have reached the fifth birthday onor before September 30 of any school year and who has not passed the eighteenth birthday shall,during the period of each year the public schools are in session and for the same number of daysand hours per day as the public schools, send such child to a public school or to a private,denominational or parochial school or have such child taught by a tutor or teacher of qualificationsprescribed by the Board of Education and approved by the division superintendent or provide forhome instruction of such child as described in § 22.1-254.1.As prescribed in the regulations of the Board of Education, the requirements of this section mayalso be satisfied by sending a child to an alternative program of study or work/study offered by apublic, private, denominational or parochial school or by a public or private degree-grantinginstitution of higher education. Further, in the case of any five-year-old child who is subject to theprovisions of this subsection, the requirements of this section may be alternatively satisfied bysending the child to any public educational prekindergarten program, including a Head Startprogram, or in a private, denominational or parochial educational prekindergarten program.Instruction in the home of a child or children by the parent, guardian or other person havingcontrol or charge of such child or children shall not be classified or defined as a private,denominational or parochial school.The requirements of this section shall apply to (i) any child in the custody of the Department ofJuvenile Justice or the Department of Corrections who has not passed his eighteenth birthday and(ii) any child whom the division superintendent has required to take a special program ofprevention, intervention, or remediation as provided in subsection C of § 22.1-253.13:1 and in §22.1-254.01. However, the requirements of this section shall not apply to any child who hasobtained a high school diploma, its equivalent, or a certificate of completion or who hasotherwise complied with compulsory school attendance requirements as set forth in this article.B. A school board shall excuse from attendance at school:1. Any pupil who, together with his parents, by reason of bona fide religious training or belief isconscientiously opposed to attendance at school. For purposes of this subdivision, "bona fidereligious training or belief" does not include essentially political, sociological or philosophicalviews or a merely personal moral code; and2. On the recommendation of the juvenile and domestic relations district court of the county orcity in which the pupil resides and for such period of time as the court deems appropriate, anypupil who, together with his parents, is opposed to attendance at a school by reason of concernfor such pupil's health, as verified by competent medical evidence, or by reason of such pupil'sreasonable apprehension for personal safety when such concern or apprehension in that pupil'sspecific case is determined by the court, upon consideration of the recommendation of theprincipal and division superintendent, to be justified.C. A school board may excuse from attendance at school:5

1. On recommendation of the principal and the division superintendent and with the writtenconsent of the parent or guardian, any pupil who the school board determines, in accordancewith regulations of the Board of Education, cannot benefit from education at such school; and2. On recommendation of the juvenile and domestic relations district court of the county or cityin which the pupil resides, any pupil who, in the judgment of such court, cannot benefit fromeducation at such school.D. Local school boards may allow the requirements of subsection A of this section to be met underthe following conditions:For a student who is at least sixteen years of age, there shall be a meeting of the student, thestudent's parents, and the principal or his designee of the school in which the student is enrolled inwhich an individual student alternative education plan shall be developed in conformity withguidelines prescribed by the Board, which plan must include:1. Career guidance counseling;2. Mandatory enrollment and attendance in a general educational development preparatoryprogram or other alternative education program approved by the local school board withattendance requirements that provide for reporting of student attendance by the chiefadministrator of such GED preparatory program or approved alternative education program tosuch principal or his designee;3. Counseling on the economic impact of failing to complete high school; and4. Procedures for reenrollment to comply with the requirements of subsection A of this section.A student for whom an individual student alternative education plan has been granted pursuantto this subsection and who fails to comply with the conditions of such plan shall be inviolation of the compulsory school attendance law, and the division superintendent orattendance officer of the school division in which such student was last enrolled shall seekimmediate compliance with the compulsory school attendance law as set forth in this article.Students enrolled with an individual student alternative education plan shall be counted in theaverage daily membership of the school division.E. A school board may, in accordance with the procedures set forth in § 22.1-277 and upon a findingthat a school-age child has (i) committed an offense in violation of school board policies, (ii) beencharged with an offense relating to the Commonwealth's laws, or with a violation of school boardpolicies, on weapons, alcohol or drugs, or intentional injury to another person, or (iii) beenexpelled from school attendance pursuant to § 22.1-277.01, require the child to attend analternative education program as provided in § 22.1-209.1:2 or § 22.1-277.1.F. Whenever a court orders any pupil into an alternative education program offered in the publicschools, the local school board of the school division in which the program is offered shalldetermine the appropriate alternative education placement of the pupil, regardless of whether thepupil attends the public schools it supervises or resides within its school division.The juvenile and domestic relations district court of the county or city in which a pupil resides orin which charges are pending against a pupil, or any court in which charges are pending against apupil, may require the pupil who has been charged with (i) a crime which resulted in or could haveresulted in injury to others, (ii) a violation of Article 1 (§ 18.2-77 et seq.) of Chapter 5 of Title18.2, or (iii) any offense related to possession or distribution of any Schedule I, II, or III controlledsubstances to attend an alternative education program, including, but not limited to, night school,adult education, or any other education program designed to offer instruction to students for whomthe regular program of instruction may be inappropriate.This subsection shall not be construed to limit the authority of school boards to expel, suspend, orexclude students, as provided in §§ 22.1-277, 22.1-277.01, and 22.1-277.2. As used in thissubsection, the term "charged" means that a petition or warrant has been filed or is pending againsta pupil.G. Within one calendar month of the opening of school, each school board shall send to the parents orguardian of each student enrolled in the division a copy of the compulsory school attendance lawand the enforcement procedures and policies established by the school board.6

H. The provisions of this article shall not apply to:1. Children suffering from contagious or infectious diseases while suffering from such diseases;2. Children whose immunizations against communicable diseases have not been completed asprovided in § 22.1-271.2;3. Children under ten years of age who live more than two miles from a public school unlesspublic transportation is provided within one mile of the place where such children live;4. Children between the ages of ten and seventeen, inclusive, who live more than 2.5 miles from apublic school unless public transportation is provided within 1.5 miles of the place where suchchildren live; and5. Children excused pursuant to subsections B and C of this section.Further, any child who will not have reached his sixth birthday on or before September 30 of eachschool year whose parent or guardian notifies the appropriate school board that he does not wish thechild to attend school until the following year because the child, in the opinion of the parent orguardian, is not mentally, physically or emotionally prepared to attend school, may delay the child'sattendance for one year.The distances specified in subdivisions 3 and 4 of this subsection shall be measured or determinedfrom the child's residence to the entrance to the school grounds or to the school bus stop nearest theentrance to the residence of such children by the nearest practical routes which are usable for walkingor riding. Disease shall be established by the certificate of a reputable practicing physician inaccordance with regulations adopted by the Board of Education.Homeless Children In Harrisonburg City Public SchoolsDefinition of HomelessnessAccording to the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, students are considered homeless if theylack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence, even if the temporary residence is outside the cityof Harrisonburg. Students living under the following conditions are considered homeless— Living with friends or relatives due to loss of housing, economic hardship or similar reason Living in motels, hotels, or trailer parks used to house homeless families Living in an emergency shelter or transitional housing Living in camping grounds Living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, buses or train stations Foster children awaiting foster care placement.What do I need to enroll my child in school?Your child has the right to be enrolled in school without delay. You will need to complete a registrationpacket, available at any Harrisonburg City Public School, or by calling the Student Services Office.You will need to provide the following documents either while or after enrolling your child— School records • Immunization records Birth Certificate • Guardianship papers, if applicable.Do not delay in enrolling your child in school. If you do not have these documents, we can help you getthem. Each school has a Homeless Liaison who will assist you in obtaining the necessary documents.Your child should receive lunch the first day and is automatically eligible for Free and Reduced Meals.Upon your request, the Homeless Liaison will arrange for ongoing meal benefits. The school will provideyou with information on other programs for which your child is eligible.7

Important Contact InformationHarrisonburg Local LiaisonVirginia State Department of EducationEthan ZookCollege of William & MaryStudent Services CoordinatorSchool of Education540-434-9916 P. O. Box 8795Fax: 540-434-5196 Williamsburg, VA 23187www.ezook@harrisonburg.k12.va.us 757-221-4002www.wm.edu/hopeWeapons in SchoolGeneral ProhibitionsAll weapons whatsoever, including, but not limited to, fireworks, ammunition, stun weapons,firearms, explosives, destructive devices, and any other items which in the circumstances may be orare intended as instruments of offensive or defensive force, are forbidden on all school grounds, in theschool building, on school vehicles, and at school-sponsored or school-connected activities. Anyattempt to bring a weapon onto school grounds or school vehicles, into the school building, or toschool-sponsored or school-connected activities is also prohibited. Toy guns and look-alike guns,weapons and destructive devices are likewise prohibited.ViolationsDisciplinary Action1. Violations of this policy will result in an out-of-school suspension for up to ten (10) days andmay be referred to the Superintendent or designee for consideration of additional disciplinaryaction, up to expulsion.2. Any student found to have brought, or attempted to bring, any of the following weapons,including toy guns and look-alike guns or weapons, onto school property or to a schoolsponsoredor school-connected activity will be removed from school attendance for a periodof not less than 365 calendar days; any stun or laser weapon; any pistol, revolver, or otherweapons designed or intended to propel a missile of any kind, including but not limited to a“BB gun” or pellet gun; any knife, including but not limited to a dirk, bowie knife,switchblade knife, ballistic knife, or razor; any slingshot, spring stick, metal knucks,blackjack, or any flailing or disc instrument, which may be known as a nun chuck, fightingchain, throwing star, or oriental dart; any weapon, including a starter gun, which may readilybe converted to expel a projectile by the action of any explosive or other propellant, or theframe or receiver of any such weapon; any firearm muffler or silencer; or any air rifle. Insuch cases, another disciplinary action or term of removal may be imposed only asappropriate under case-specific circumstances.3. Any student found to have brought, or attempted to bring, a destructive device, or a lookalikedestructive device, onto school property or to a school-sponsored or school-connectedactivity will be removed from school attendance for a period of not less than 365 calendardays. In such cases, another disciplinary action or term of removal may be imposed only asappropriate under case-specific circumstances. “Destructive device” means any explosive,incendiary, or poison gas, bomb, grenade, rocket, missile, or other weapon which will or mayreadily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of any explosive or other propellant, orany device or combination of parts designed or intended for use in converting any device intoany destructive device; it does not include any device not designed or redesigned for use as aweapon, or which has been redesigned for use as a signaling, pyrotechnic, line-throwing,safety, or similar device.The Division Superintendent shall have the authority to develop regulations and/or directives for theimplementation of this policy, including the establishment of an exemption for law enforcement orsimilar officers. (School Board Policy 440).8

Controlled Substance, Imitation Controlled Substance, or MarijuanaA. A student shall not possess, use, and/or distribute alcoholic drinks, marijuana, narcotic drugs,hallucinogens, stimulants, depressants, inhalants, or anything else covered by the Drug ControlAct. Restricted substances include any abusable glue, paint and similar materials, anabolicsteroids, and both prescription and non-prescription drugs if they are not taken according to theprescription or directions on the package and includes anything that a student represents to bea restricted substance or which a student believes is a restricted substance.B. A student shall not possess drug paraphernalia to include all equipment, products, and materialsof any kind, and the constituent parts thereof, that either are designed for use or intended by thestudent for use in packaging, repackaging, storing, containing, concealing, injecting, ingesting,inhaling, or otherwise introducing into the human body marijuana or any other controlledsubstance.NOTE: See Student Health Services & Requirements in reference to inhaled asthma medications.Procedure for Handling Substance Abuse ViolationsA. In the event of reasonable suspicion of use, possession, or distribution of any controlledsubstances:1. The principal or his/her designee may search a student, a student's personal effects, locker,desk, student-driven vehicle on school property (and off school property when vehicle is usedin relation to any school activity), or other vehicles or containers on school property wherethere is individualized, reasonable suspicion that drugs or other prohibited substances or drugparaphernalia are present. By operating a vehicle to or on school property, the student andany other person implicitly grants consent to any such vehicle search.2. Any contraband material found is to be retained for the police for appropriate disposition.B. If it is determined that a student has engaged in any form of substance abuse, the procedure shallbe as follows: the Harrisonburg Police Department and the superintendent/designee shall benotified immediately. The student's parents or guardians shall be notified immediately thereafter.PenaltiesA. First violation of use or possession of a controlled substance or other substance defined in thispolicy:1. Grades K-4: The principal or his/her designee will hold a conference with the student andparent(s). Out-of-school suspension and/or other appropriate action will be taken.2. Grades 5-8: A first violation shall result in an out-of-school suspension for 10 school daysand suspension for at least 30 school days from all school activities (teams, clubs, and allother school-sponsored activities); all violations resulting in out-of-school suspension will bereported to the school board. The student and his/her parent or guardian must agree to andsubsequently participate satisfactorily in an appropriate substance abuse prevention follow-upactivity approved by the principal or his/her designee. Also, the student may be assigned tothe alternative CORE program.3. Grades 9-12: A first violation shall result in an out-of-school suspension for 10 school daysand suspension for at least 30 school days from all school activities (teams, clubs, and allother school-sponsored activities); violations will be reported to the school board. Thestudent and his/her parent or guardian must agree to and subsequently participatesatisfactorily in an appropriate substance abuse prevention follow-up activity approved by theprincipal or his/her designee.4. Notification: The principal or principal's designee shall immediately notify the parents orguardians of the suspension, of any alternative placement, of possible available communityresources, and of the duration of the suspension. The student and parent or guardian shallbe requested to sign a statement that they have been informed of the consequences ofany subsequent violations (School Board Policy 414).5. In situations where the student in violation of this policy represents a serious threat to the9

safety or health of himself/herself or others, or where the conduct would likely result inschool disruption, the board may expel a student even for a first offense.B. Second and subsequent violations of use or possession of controlled substances or othersubstances defined in this policy:1. Grades K-4: The principal or his/her designee will hold a conference with the student andparent(s). Out-of-school suspension up to 10 days and/or other appropriate action will betaken, with additional suspension days beyond 10 imposed by the superintendent, ifnecessary.2. Grades 5-8: A second violation will result in an immediate out-of-school suspension, andexpulsion shall be recommended to the school board. The first 10 days of the immediate outof-schoolsuspension shall be imposed by the principal. The superintendent shall then extendsuch suspension, if necessary, until the next meeting of the school board.3. Grades 9-12: A second violation will result in an immediate out-of-school suspension,expulsion shall be recommended to the school board. The first 10 days of the immediate outof-schoolsuspension shall be imposed by the principal. The superintendent shall then extendsuch suspension, if necessary, until the next meeting of the school board.C. Distribution, sale, attempting to distribute or sell, possession with intent to distribute or sell anyrestricted substance, imitation or look-alike, or drug paraphernalia:1. The principal shall immediately effect an out-of-school suspension and shall recommendexpulsion to the school board. The first 10 days of the immediate out-of-school suspensionshall be imposed by the principal.2. The superintendent shall then extend such suspension, if necessary, until the next meeting ofthe school board.D. None of the procedural steps (e.g., notification of parent, recording the identity of suspectedillegal substances, etc.) are intended to create any substantive rights or toimply that any sanctions or discipline should be affected by the failure to follow such procedures.Tobacco ProductsThe use of tobacco in any form is a significant health hazard to others. Additionally, passive smokeposes a health threat to persons who are exposed to it.Consistent with good health education practice and a responsibility to provide healthful and safeenvironments for students and staff members, smoking, chewing or any other use of any tobaccoproducts by staff, students and visitors shall be prohibited on school property as defined in this policy.For purposes of this policy, the following definitions shall apply: School property shall mean all property owned, leased, rented or otherwise used by a schoolincluding but not limited to the following:a. All interior portions of any building or other structure used for instruction,administration, support services, maintenance or storage.b. All vehicles used by the division for transporting students, staff, visitors or otherpersons.c. Entire school campus including grounds and athletic fields. Tobacco shall include cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco and all otherkinds and forms of tobacco prepared in such manner as to be suitable for chewing, smokingor both. Tobacco shall include cloves or any other products packaged for smoking. Use shall mean lighting, chewing, inhaling or smoking any tobacco product.Students shall not bring to school or possess any tobacco products, matches, or lighters.Staff and students founds to be in violation of this policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinaryaction. (School Board Policy 413).10

Assault and BatteryA. Students shall not assault or commit battery upon another person. Voluntary fighting resulting inphysical injury to another person shall be considered assault and battery.B. Physical Assault includes any physical confrontation that may result in no injury, minor injury,or serious injury that includes, but may not be limited to, kicking, shoving, pushing, hitting, andfighting.C. Battery is the unlawful application of force to the person of another (School Board Policy 412).Gang Activity or AssociationA. Any group activity that threatens, that is illegal and/or violent, or that indicates the developmentof gang activity, which may involve wearing gang-related apparel, inappropriate congregating,bullying, harassment, initiations, hazings, intimidations, and/or related activities which are likelyto cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace possibly resulting inphysical or mental harm to students are prohibited.B. Any student wearing, carrying, or displaying gang paraphernalia, or exhibiting behavior orgestures which symbolize gang membership, or causing and/or participating in activities whichintimidate or affect the attendance of another student shall be subject to disciplinary action, inaccordance with Policy 412 and regulations (School Board Policy 441).Threats or IntimidationStudents shall not make any verbal or physical threat of bodily injury or use of force directed towardanother person for the purpose of extortion or for any other reason.A. Bullying : Students, either individually or as part of a group, shall not harass or bully others. Thefollowing conduct is illustrative of bullying:1. Physical intimidation, taunting, name calling, and insults2. Comments regarding the race, gender, religion, physical abilities or characteristics of thetargeted person3. Falsifying statements about other persons4. Use of technology such as e-mail, text messages, or Web sites to defame or harm othersB. Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, any unwelcome sexual advances, requests forsexual favors, and other inappropriate verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates anintimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. A student shall not sexually harass anotherstudent or any school employee, volunteer, student teacher, or any other person present in schoolfacilities, on school buses, or at school functions.C. Sex Offender Registry – Information for the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registryis located at: http://sex-offender.vsp.state.va.us/cool-ICE (Va. Code § 22.1-79.3.C). Please referto School Board Policy 528 – Violent Sex Offenders on School Property and Policy 527 – SexOffenders Registry Notification.D. A student shall not take another's property under duress, threat, or by any other unlawful means(School Board Regulations 412R).E. Disciplinary action may be taken when off-campus speech causes a substantial disruption to theeducational environment or interferes with another student’s rights. Criminal action may be takenagainst students when their speech constitutes a true threat. Virginia Code Ann. § 18.2-60concerning threats states that if the threat is written, signed or unsigned, and contains a threat tokill or to do bodily injury to an individual or member of his/her family, it is a Class 6 felony. Ifthe communication is oral and contains a threat to kill or do bodily harm to any elementary,middle, or high school employee and occurs on a school bus, school property, or during a schoolsponsoredactivity, it is a Class 1 misdemeanor.F. No student shall engage in hazing. Hazing means to recklessly or intentionally endanger thehealth or safety of a student or students or to inflict bodily injury on a student or students in11

connection with or for the purpose of initiation, admission into or affiliation with, or as acondition for, continued membership in a club, organization, association, fraternity, sorority, orstudent body regardless of whether the student or students so endangered or injured participatedvoluntarily in the activity. Hazing is a Class 1 misdemeanor which may be punished byconfinement in jail for up to 12 months and a fine of $2,500, or both, in addition to anydisciplinary consequences which may be imposed. In addition, any person receiving bodily injuryby hazing has a right to sue, civilly, the person or persons guilty thereof, whether adults orminors.Disruptive ConductA. Students shall not engage in conduct that disrupts or is intended to disrupt any school activity,function, or process of the school or threatens the health, safety, or welfare of students or others.B. The following are examples and are not an exclusive list: profanity, continual talking after beingasked to cease, throwing spitwads, use of tape or CD players or radios or electronic games,gambling, display of pornographic material or obscene literature, etc.C. Profane or Abusive LanguageStudents shall not use language or gestures that are vulgar, obscene, or disrupt teaching andlearning. If any person shall, in the presence or hearing of another, curse or abuse such otherperson, or use any violent abusive language to such person concerning himself or any of hisrelations, or otherwise use such language, under circumstances reasonably calculated to provide abreach of the peace, he shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor.D. GamblingA student shall not bet money or other things of value, or knowingly play or participate in anygame involving such a bet, on school property or during any school-related activity.E. Student Dress1. A student’s dress and appearance shall not be such that it causes disruption, distracts othersfrom the educational process or creates a health or safety problem. Students must complywith specific building dress regulations and of which students will be given prior notice.2. The following are only examples, not an exclusive list, of inappropriate dress or appearancewhich interrupts or interferes with teaching, good health, and orderly conduct: halters, seethroughshirts, tank or tube tops that bare the midriff, no shoes, no shirts, apparel whichconveys an inappropriate message such as violence, symbols for illegal substances, gangaffiliation insignias, displays offensive or obscene language, or clothing that revealsundergarments, etc.3. Head Coverings – Scarves, “do-rags”, hoods, bandanas, hats, cloth headbands, or any otherhead coverings shall not be worn inside the school building during regular school hours.Exceptions may be granted by the school principal for medical or religious reasons. Otherguidelines may be imposed by school administration for events or activities occurring afterregular school hours.4. Coaches, teachers, and sponsors responsible for athletic teams, co-curricular activities orother student groups may set additional standards related to dress, behavior, and training(School Board Policy 412R).Respect for Teachers and StaffStudents are strictly prohibited from directing obscenities toward, attempting to intimidate, orphysically assaulting or committing battery upon teachers and other staff members (School BoardPolicy 412).Defiance of the Authority of School PersonnelA student shall comply with any oral or written instructions made by school personnel and thoseserving the school (student teachers, practicum students, volunteers) within the scope of theirauthority as provided by board policies and regulations.12

IntegrityStudents are expected to perform honestly through the production of their own work and thedemonstration of respect for the belongings of others.The following acts are prohibited:A. Cheating includes the actual giving or receiving of any unauthorized aid or assistance or theactual giving or receiving of unfair advantage on any form of academic work.B. Plagiarism includes the copying of the language, structure, idea, and/or thought of another andrepresenting it as one’s own original work.C. Falsification includes the verbal or written statement of any untruth, including the production offorgery or use of forged writing.D. Stealing includes acquiring another’s possessions without right or permission. The possessionof stolen property is considered theft.E. Attempts toward completion of any act described above would constitute a violation and may bepunishable to the same extent as if the attempted act had been completed.F. Unauthorized use of technology and information gained through its use without permission isprohibited, as specified in Acceptable Use Agreement (School Board Policy 412R, 752, 752R).G. Forgery. A student shall not forge another person’s name on any note, excuse, pass, paper or anywritten or electronic document.H. Student Identification. Students shall appropriately display student identification cards whenrequired to do so by individual schools. Students shall not refuse to identify themselves whenasked by school personnel, nor shall they give a false identity.VandalismA student shall not willfully or maliciously damage or deface any school building or other propertyowned or under the control of the school board or belonging to or under the control of any otherperson. In addition, students shall not willfully or maliciously damage or deface property belongingto or under the control of any other person at school, on a school bus, or at school-sponsored events.Legislation states that each student “shall be required to reimburse the school board for any actualbreakage or destruction of property ... done by such pupil in pursuit of his studies.” HB 1707 passedby the 2001 General Assembly authorized school boards to take action against a student foractual breakage, destruction, or failure to return. §§ 8.01-43 allows school boards to initiateaction to recover from parents up to $2500 for damages for the willful or malicious destruction ofschool property by their child.Unlawful Acts1. Unlawful acts which will lead to police notification and may lead to alternative placement,suspension from classes, exclusion from activities, or expulsion from school include but are notlimited to: possession or use of alcohol, illegal drugs, imitation (look-alike) drugs, restricted drugs, ordrug paraphernalia selling drugs assault/battery sexual assault arson intentional injury (bullying, fighting) theft (A student shall not intentionally take the personal property of another person withoutconsent under duress, threat or otherwise.) false fire alarms (§18.2-212 of The Code of Virginia states that it is a class 1 misdemeanor ifany person who without just cause calls or summons by telephone or otherwise any13

ambulance or fire-fighting apparatus or maliciously activates a manual or automatic firealarm in a building used for public assembly or for a public purpose, including publicschools, regardless of whether the fire department responds)bomb threats (Students shall not engage in any illegal conduct involving firebombs, explosiveor incendiary materials or devices or hoax explosive devices or chemical bombs as defined inthe Code of Virginia, (§ 18.2-83 – class 6 felony if 15 or over, class 1 misdemeanor if under15). Moreover, students shall not make any threats or false threats to bomb school personnelor school property.)fireworks/explosive devices or materials (A student shall not possess, distribute, or detonatefireworks or explosive devices or materials.)smoke bombs ((§18.2-87.1 – A person who willfully and intentionally sets off or causes to beset off any chemical bomb capable of producing smoke in any building used for publicassembly or regularly used by the public could be guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor)possession of weapons or firearmsextortion, blackmail, or coerciondriving without a license on school propertyhomicideburglarysex offenses such as, but not limited to, harassment, indecent exposure, obscene phone calls,rape, sodomy, and child molestationmalicious mischiefshootingstabbing, cutting, or woundingunlawful interference with school authorities including threatsunlawful use of internet (see Acceptable Use Agreement)unlawful intimidation of school authorities other unlawful acts including being an accessory to any of these or other unlawful acts2. Accessory or accomplice - A student who acts as an accessory or accomplice to another inviolation of any provision of the Student Code of Conduct will be subject to corrective action asoutlined in the Standards of Student Conduct (School Board Policy 412R).Reports of Conviction or Adjudication of Delinquency Pursuant to 16.1-305.1Students convicted or adjudicated delinquent of an offense listed in the Code of Virginia, 1950 asamended, 16.1-305.1, may be suspended or expelled.Other ViolationsOther actions that may be cause for corrective action and, if serious enough or exhibited repeatedly,may lead to alternative placement, suspension, or expulsion. This includes but is not limited to: misuse of internet (see Student Use of Internet, Acceptable Use of Agreement) smoking or otherwise using tobacco or tobacco products; the use of tobacco or tobacco productsby students is prohibited at all times on school property, school buses, or at school-sponsoredactivities. fighting threatening (intentionally and knowingly) another student or school staff member with imminentbodily injury or verbal abuse profanity or obscene language pornography disobedience or defiance14

efusal to identify self to school personnel (high school students shall appropriately displaystudent identification cards when required to do so. Students shall not refuse to identifythemselves when asked by school personnel, nor shall they give a false identity).absenteeism, truancy (see attendance policy)cutting class and/or leaving the school grounds during the school day without authorization ofdesignated school authorities.school parking or school driving violationsdefacing or destroying property (vandalism)inappropriate dress or appearance; dress or appearance must not present health or safety problemsor cause disruptionexposure - a student shall not expose his/her private body parts and shall not attempt to expose orexpose another person’s private body partstrespass - the student shall not trespass on school property or use school facilities without properauthority or permission, or during a period of suspension or expulsion. No student shall enterupon any school property at night without authorized consent for any purpose other than to attenda school-sponsored meeting or school-approved community activity conducted on such schoolproperty. Any student directed to leave or refrain from entering school property and who fails todo so shall be subject to disciplinary action.failure to permit search of student's person, locker, or vehiclepossession of laser pointersUse of cell phones and other electronic devices is governed by Policy 446 and Regulation 446-R.Students may not turn on, use or openly possess or display any electronic device from the timethey enter the building in the morning until after the dismissal bell at the close of the school day.This same prohibition shall apply to after-school detention and Saturday School. Use of electronicdevices at any other time, including at school sponsored activities or in buses or vehicles used bythe school division to transport students to and from school and school sponsored activities shallbe determined by the administrator, teacher, coach or other supervising school employee or agent.Use of a cellular phone as a camera and use of laser pointer are strictly prohibited at all time.Sexting is defined by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children as “youth writingsexually explicit messages, taking sexually explicit photos of themselves or others in their peergroup, and transmitting these photos and/or messages to their peers.” It is usually associated withcell phones but other technologies can be used as well. Producing, storing, or sharing lewd orexplicit pictures of minors is against the law in Virginia – sections 18.2 - 374.1 and 18.2-374.1:1of the criminal Code of Virginia are felonies that apply to students merely possessing such imageson their cell phones, sharing them with other students via cell phone, or producing them usingtheir cell phones. Two other laws may be invoked, depending on the circumstances: §18.2-152.7:1, if the sexting involves bullying or harassment; §18.2-374.3, if the sexting involves anadult who has solicited images from a child.In addition to these specific standards, a student shall not engage in any conduct which materially andsubstantially disrupts the ongoing educational process or which is otherwise a violation of federal, state,or local law (School Board Policy 412R, 413, 438).On many matters school administrators will initiate regulations specific to their schools. Violations ofthese school regulations will result in appropriate disciplinary consequences. Some examples, while notan all-inclusive list, might include rules regarding vehicles, bicycles, skate boards, roller blades, bookbags, radios and/or tape/CD players, lockers, frisbees, coats and other particular items of dress, hats, toys,etc.15

Pupil TransportationThe bus driver has the responsibility for the safety of all students assigned to his/her bus. Thedriver can perform this responsibility only with the cooperation and courtesy of all students. It is theaim to insure that the health, safety, welfare, and educational opportunity of each transported studentis thoroughly protected.School Bus Safety and DisciplineEach principal is responsible for carrying out a school bus safety program and has jurisdiction overthe conduct of students while they are being transported. Students must be made aware of thefollowing school bus safety procedures:A. Meeting the bus:1. Students should be at their bus stop prior to the arrival of the bus.2. Students should take the safest route to their assigned bus stop.3. Students should wait in a safe place off the main road or street.4. Students should wear bright clothes if there is snow, rain, or fog.5. Students should stand back from the road or street and give the busdriver room to stop.6. Students should not trespass on private property or litter.7. Students should not play in the roadway or street.8. Students should not sit on the curb.9. Students should not run in a bus loading/unloading area.B. Boarding the bus:1. If students must cross the highway to board their bus, they should cross at least ten feet infront of the bus, never behind it.2. When entering the bus, students must enter in an orderly fashion and in accordance withinstructions from the bus driver.3. Younger students should be allowed to enter the bus first.4. Students should go directly to a seat and remain seated while the bus is in motion.NOTE: If a student with a disability requires special consideration in meeting, boarding or exitingthe school bus such accommodations should be determined by the student’s Individualized EducationPlan team in consultation with the transportation director and be written into the student’sIndividualized Education Plan.Standards of Conduct:Students shall not behave in a disruptive manner or otherwise violate the following Standards ofConduct while waiting for a school bus, while on a school bus or after being discharged from a schoolbus. Policy 416 is included here by reference.1. Students should show respect for the bus driver.2. Students are to remain seated until the bus reaches its destination and comes to a completestop.3. Students are to speak in a normal voice and refrain from using unacceptable language.4. The bus aisle is to be kept clear of feet, arms, and other objects.5. Books, coats, and all other objects should be held on students' laps.6. Vandalism to the bus will be paid for by those responsible, and the school board's regulationregarding parent liability will be enforced.7. Students are to be silent at railroad crossings so the bus driver can hear railroad warningsignals.8. State regulations prohibit smoking on the bus at any time.9. Students should ride the same bus mornings and afternoons. No change in buses may bemade without written request from the parent. Additional bus stop locations cannot beestablished for special permission transportation.10. Students should not tamper with the bus or any of its equipment, including emergency16

equipment.11. Students should not fight, scuffle, or throw objects inside the bus.12. Students should not extend arms, legs, or heads out of the bus, or throw objects outside thebus windows.13. Except in an emergency, students should not talk to the bus driver while the bus is in motion.14. No glass containers, water pistols, pea shooters, or weapons of any type are to be brought onthe bus.15. Paper or other litter should not be thrown on the bus floor.16. Students should not deface the bus. Willful or careless damage must be paid for by thestudents.17. Students should not chew gum, eat, or drink on the bus.18. No pets or animals are allowed on the bus. Animals brought on the bus create disturbanceswhich may result in unsafe driving situations.Leaving the bus:1. Students must remain seated until the bus comes to a full stop.2. Students are to leave the bus in an orderly manner. The students in the front seats will departfirst.3. Students must not loiter around the bus.4. Students must leave the bus at their regular stop.5. If students must cross a highway, they are to do so only at the front of the bus and at adistance of at least ten feet in front of the bus. They must not cross until the bus driver hassignaled that it is safe to do so.PenaltiesRiding a school bus is a privilege. Bus drivers are instructed to report to the school administratorany infraction of the regulations for riding. Should a student be reported to the school principal, theprincipal will be responsible for the disciplinary action, including loss of the privilege of bustransportation.Procedures for Handling Bus Misconduct1. The bus driver will hold a private conference with the student (after bus run) to discuss theinfraction/misbehavior. An attempt should be made to gain the student's cooperation. A referralform will be completed to indicate that a conference was held, with a copy of referral form to begiven to the student and copies kept by the school and by the bus driver.2. If misbehavior continues, the bus driver will meet with the student and the schooladministrator to discuss the problem. A second bus disciplinary referral form will be completedwith a copy to the student, school, and bus driver.3. If misbehavior persists, a conference involving the student, his/her parent, the schooladministrator, and the bus driver will be held. Definite guidelines of conduct will beestablished for the student to follow if he/she is to continue riding the school bus. Bus privilegeswill be suspended for 1-4 days. A third bus disciplinary referral form will be completed with acopy to the student, school, and bus driver.4. If misbehavior continues after a short suspension of bus privileges, the student will be suspendedfrom riding the bus for 5-10 days. A conference involving the student, his/her parent, the schooladministrator, and the bus driver will occur before the student is allowed to return to riding thebus. A fourth referral form will be completed and distributed to the parent, the school, and thebus driver.5. Continued misbehavior will lead to the student's removal from the school bus for the remainder ofthe school year. A letter so stating will be written with copies sent to the parent, the bus office,the school, and the superintendent of schools.The seriousness of the rules violation could mean the discipline process would advance immediatelyto the last stages (immediate suspension for five days or more).If a student is suspended from riding the bus, regardless of the number of days suspension, it is thelegal responsibility of the parent to see that the child attends school.17

Transportation for students of the Harrisonburg City Public Schools is contracted through the City ofHarrisonburg Department of Public Transportation (School Board Policy 416R).Approved: 6/18/96In the event of a School Bus AccidentThe School Division will take the following steps.1. The building principal or designees as well as school board office administrators willimmediately respond to the scene of the accident. The accident scene will be under the control ofthe Harrisonburg Fire Department.2. Notify all schools that a bus accident has occurred noting the number and location of the bus.Provide updates to the school(s) as needed.3. Help to coordinate the accounting and medical evaluation of all students involved.4. Notify all the parents of the students involved in the accident.5. Release children from the scene once proper authorization has been given by the HarrisonburgFire Department. Students will not be released to return to school and/or released to parents untila full accounting of all students has been completed.6. Arrange for transportation of all students involved in accident.7. Arrange and coordinate follow up medical treatment as needed at schools.8. Release pertinent information to the school community as it becomes available.Parents of students involved should take the following steps.1. Refrain from going to the accident scene unless requested to do so by the school division. Whilewe understand the natural inclination of parents to want to have that immediate personal contactwith a child, having additional traffic or people at the scene of the accident often complicates oreven prevents the rendering of emergency services.2. Contact the school for any available information.3. Insure that all information on their child’s emergency care form is up to date.4. Report to the hospital if requested to do so by school personnel or by the Harrisonburg FireDepartment.5. Follow any direction given by the school division or the Harrisonburg Fire Department.6. Understand that managing a bus accident scene is very complicated. Many agencies must worktogether to insure the safety of the all the students involved. Information will be released on thestatus of the accident as well as the condition of the students as soon as it becomes available.Consequences for Violating the Standards of Student Conduct1. No suspended student shall be admitted to the regular school program until such student andhis/her parent have met with school officials to discuss improvement of the student's behavior,unless the school principal or his/her designee determines that readmission, without parentconference, is appropriate for the student. Guidelines and procedures related to disciplinaryactions outlined in the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children withDisabilities in Virginia and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will be implemented.2. If the parent fails to comply with this policy, the school board may ask the Juvenile andDomestic Relations Court to proceed against the parent for willful and unreasonable refusal toparticipate in efforts to improve the student's behavior in accordance with the Code of Virginia.The following corrective actions are among those available to the school administration forviolation of the Student Code of Conduct. Each offense shall be considered fully in determiningreasonable corrective actions. Counseling, mediation Admonition Reprimand Loss of privileges, including access to the school division’s computer system.18

Parental notificationParental conferencesTasks or restrictions assigned by the principal or his/her designeeDetention after school or before schoolSuspension from school-sponsored activities or events prior to, during, or after theregular day schoolIn-school suspensionOut-of-school suspensionReferral to an alternative education programNotify legal authority where appropriateRecommendation for expulsionMandatory expulsion for firearm possession or use or possession of a controlledsubstance, imitation controlled substance or marijuana, as defined in Chapter 34 of Title54.1 and 18.2-247 of the Code of Virginia, on school property or at a school sponsoredactivity.Evaluation for alcohol or drug abuseParticipation in a drug, alcohol or violence intervention, prevention or treatment program.Guideline for Consistent ConsequencesThe following guidelines are given for consequences of violations of the student code of conduct. At theelementary schools the principals may modify consequences after considering the age of the student. Atthe middle school some infractions may be first dealt with at the team level before referrals are made tothe principal. For each offense there is given the typical suspension time. However, both theadministration and school board reserve the right to increase or decrease the prescribed penalty if thecircumstances of the violation warrant a change. Administrative discretion is expected to be used inconsidering the facts of each discipline case and the application of the appropriate consequences.When a student’s behavior creates a circumstance in which a suspension is imposed, it is incumbent uponthe administration to seek to determine how to help prevent a reoccurrence of that behavior or othersignificant violations of the code of conduct. The utilization of intervention strategies such as behaviorcontracts, counseling, parental conferences, use of community resources, and assignment to alternativeeducation will be considered.In all cases involving long-term suspension or expulsion the student may be assigned to an alternativeeducation placement if one is available.DISCIPLINARY GUIDELINES FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLSNumber of Days of SuspensionVIOLATION 1 st offense 2 nd offense 3 rd offense 4 th offenseTobacco/smoking 3 5 10 Long-term *Student I.D. Up to 3 Up to 5 5 to 10 Long-termDress Up to 3 Up to 5 5 to 10 Long-termProfanity Up to 3 3 to 5 5 to 10 Long-termForgery Up to 3 3 to 5 5 to 10 Long-termCheating Up to 3 3 to 5 5 up to long-term Long-term19

Classroom or otherdisruptive conductUp to 3 3 to 105 up tolong-termLong-termLaser pointers Up to 3 3 to 10 10 up to long-term Long-termBeepers, pagers,cellular phones **See Section 13Up to 3 3 to 1010 up tolong-termLong-termDefiance Up to 3 3 to 10 10 up to long-term Long-termInternet misuse Up to 5 3 to 10 10 up to long-term Long-termBullying Up to 3 3 to 10 Long-termTheft1 to 5 andrestitution5 to 10 andrestitutionLong-term andrestitutionFighting 5 10 Long-termTrespass Up to 5 10 up to long-term Long-termProfanity/disrespect to staff510 up to long-term Long-termSexual harassment Up to 10 5 up to long-term Long-termFalse fire alarm Up to 10 10 up to long-term Long-termGang Activity 3 to 10 10 up to long-term Long-termDangerous behavior(threatens safety ofothers)3 to 1010 up tolong-termLong-termVandalism3 up to longtermandrestitution10 up to long-termandrestitutionLong-term andrestitutionExposureTheft/alteration ofrecords5 up to longterm5 up tolong-term10 up to long-term Long-termLong-termDrugs Follow policy 414Weapons,fireworks/explosivedevicesViolations outlined in22.1-277.2:1 of theCode of VirginiaFollow policy 440Placement in an alternative education program20

Multiple violations On a third referral to the office for any combination of offenses listed above theprincipal may impose up to a 10 day suspension or recommend long-termsuspension or expulsion. A fourth referral for any combination of the aboveoffenses may result in the student’s appearance before the school board forconsideration of long-term suspension or expulsion. On a third referral for repeat or separate violations of school rules not listedabove but provided in advance to students, the principal may impose up to afive day suspension, on the fourth referral up to a 10 day suspension, and on afifth referral may recommend long-term suspension. Any pattern of studentmisbehavior (defined as three or more office referrals during a semester) willrequire a parent conference to discuss strategies to prevent further violations.Any student who is referred to the office in excess of 6 times during a schoolyear may be required to appear before the school board for a disciplinaryhearing.*”Long-term” means long-term suspension or expulsion** For the purpose of communicating with parents, students may use cellular telephones or other communication devices atcertain evening activities such as dances and athletic events.Day Report Center AlternativeIn an effort to address the emotional and academic needs of a select group of students, the Boys & GirlsClubs of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County is joining forces with Harrisonburg City Public Schoolsto create the Day Report Center. The purpose and mission of this project is to provide services to youthwho are suspended from school, and provide them a supervised environment that may address the issueresponsible for the suspension as well as limited academic instruction thereby assisting them in preparingfor their re-entry into the regular school environment.This project will be housed at the Lucy F. Simms Unit of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Harrisonburg andRockingham County at 620 Simms Avenue. Middle School and High School students who have shortterm suspensions will be required to attend the alternative Day Report Center program. These youth willbe mandated by court order if necessary to ensure their attendance.Youth participants will be required to attend Monday through Friday from 8:30 am until 2:30 pm. Theparticipants may stay longer and attend regular Boys & Girls Club after school activities if they desire.The Day Report Center Director will provide supervision and discipline and time permitting instructyouth in behavior – specific with programs such as smoking cessation, anger management, ATOD use,teen pregnancy and gang prevention in addition to academics. JMU and EMU students will assist theDirector.Boys & Girls Clubs of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County will utilize grade appropriate textbooks andeducational software used by Harrisonburg City Public Schools.Harrisonburg City Public Schools’ involvement will consist of referring youth to the program andproviding a contact for continuity of curriculum and record of attendance and outcomes. HarrisonburgCity Public Schools will also provide lunch and transportation for the participants.Minute of SilenceDuring the 2000 legislative session, 22.1-203 of the Code of Virginia was amended to require a minute ofsilence at the opening of each school day.During such one-minute period of silence, the teacher responsible foreach classroom shall take care that all pupils remain seated and silent21

and make no distracting display to the end that each pupil may, in theexercise of his or her individual choice, meditate, pray, or engage in anyother silent activity which does not interfere with, distract, or impedeother pupils in the like exercise of individual choice. Code of Virginia22.1-203.The statute specifically says “minute of silence.” This clearly precludes students using the occasion topray audibly or otherwise speak, singly or in unison. Teachers and administrators will not allow ortolerate any coercion or overbearing by some students to force others to engage in or refrain from prayeror any other permitted activity. This time is not intended to be and shall not be conducted as a religiousservice or exercise, but considered as an opportunity for a moment of silent reflection on the anticipatedactivities of the day.Student ServicesStudent FeesThe Virginia Constitution and Code of Virginia provide that the state shall establish and maintain asystem of free public elementary and secondary schools. Virginia Code section 22.1-251 also requiresthat textbooks and workbooks required for courses of instruction are to be provided free of charge tochildren attending public schools. Notwithstanding the requirement of a system of free public education,school boards may assess fee and charges as permitted by the code and by Virginia Department ofEducation Regulations.The Harrisonburg City School Board shall annually approve a list of fees and charges to be assessed forthe forthcoming year. Charges for field trips or an educational related program that is not a requiredactivity shall vary from activity to activity and, therefore, shall be determined and assessed prior to eachsuch activity or trip. Charges will not be assessed if the trip or activity is required.Fees or charges may be assessed by the School Board for the following categories of activities: (1) classdues; (2) voluntary student activities (any activity that is not a required curricular activity); (3) nightschool classes; (4) postgraduate classes; (5) summer school; (6) musical instruments used in regularlyscheduled instructional classes; and (7) library fees. Any fees charged for supplies, services or materialsshall be based upon the cost to the school division and shall not be used to generate additional operatingfunds for the school division.Any parent who is unable to pay a student fee due to financial hardship may request a waiver of the feefrom the school principal. Eligibility for free or reduced lunches shall automatically be deemed toconstitute a legitimate reason for waiver of most fees. Requests for student fee waivers based on criteriaother than eligibility for free or reduced lunch will generally not justify a waiver; however, the schoolprincipal may, in the exercise of his/her sole discretion, grant a fee waiver based on other compellingevidence of significant financial hardship presented by the parent(s) of a student. Driver education feeswill generally not be waived.Collection of FeesAny student fees levied must be in accordance with the annual fee schedule approved by the school board.The school board may approve only those fees which are permitted by law or regulations of the StateBoard of Education. Fees will generally be collected prior to the opening day of school each year.Parents may apply for a waiver of fees due to financial hardship. Completion of a waiver request formwill be required and principal approval granted before a waiver is granted. Appeal of a principal’sdecision on a waiver request may be made to the superintendent or his designee, whose decision will befinal.Fees should be prorated as new students enroll in accordance with the following schedule:1. A student who enrolls anytime during the first semester is to pay 100% of the fees;22

2. A student who enrolls anytime during the second semester is to pay 50% of the fees;3. Students withdrawing during first semester may receive a refund of 50% of amount paid. There are norefunds of fees for students withdrawing during second semester.Examples of FeesExamples of fees which may be charged, though not an exhaustive list, include: class dues, club dues,locker and lock fees, gym suits and towels, lab breakage fees, driver education (behind the wheel),optional state or national educational or occupational tests (including industry certification tests), summerschool, musical instruments used in regularly scheduled instructional classes, library fees, and studentinsurance.Loss of or Damage to Textbooks or Other School Board PropertyStudents are financially liable for loss of or damage to school board property, even when malicious intentis not involved. If malicious intent is involved, the case is treated as vandalism (see Vandalism below).The responsible student shall be charged a reasonable fee for the lost or damaged item. Fees collected fordamaged school board property shall be accounted for in accordance with procedures disseminated by thedivision's chief financial officer.Charges for Lost TextbooksPercent of OriginalAge of Condition of Cost of Book ChargedTextbook Book for Replacement1 yr. new 100%2 yrs. very good 90%3 yrs. good 80%4 yrs. good 70%5 yrs. good 60%6 yrs. poor 50%The charge for losing a book should not be reduced below 50% for the following reasons:1. The book will have to be replaced with a new book for which the school division will have to payfull price.2. Generally the price of new books increases each year. Therefore, if 50% of the original cost ischarged for a lost textbook, that amount may provide only one-third the amount needed toactually replace the book.Charges for Damaged TextbooksNormal wear and tear on textbooks is expected. However, if textbooks are damaged beyond reasonableexpectations, thus shortening the time the book may be used, fines may be imposed.Waivers of fees will not absolve parents of the responsibility to reimburse the school for lost ordamaged textbooks or materials.VandalismDeliberate and malicious damage to school board property will be paid for by the student(s) responsiblefor the damage or by his/her parent/guardian in accordance with Section 8.01-43 and 8.01-44 of the Codeof Virginia. Funds collected by schools will be forwarded to the division's business office.RefundsSchools may make refunds to students if they return lost items.23

Student Financial Obligations§ 22.1-276 of the Code of Virginia states that each student shall be required to reimburse the school boardfor actual breakage or destruction of property owned by or under the control of the school board done byany student in pursuit of his studies. However, it must also be recognized that § 22.1-6 states that nostudent’s scholastic report card or diploma may be withheld because of nonpayment of fees or charges.Student Health Services & RequirementsA. Authority1. Harrisonburg City Schools shall comply with the Code of Virginia requirements in mattersrelating to health, physical examinations, and inoculations.2. Interpretation of regulations shall be from the Harrisonburg City Health Department.B. Contagious Disease - students may be excluded from school when suffering from contagiousdisease.C. Treatment of Medical Emergencies - no treatment of injuries, except first aid, will be given in theschools.First Aid1. Schools are responsible for giving first aid or emergency treatment in case of suddenillness or injury to a student or a member of the staff.2. Each principal is charged with providing for the immediate care of ill/injured personswithin his/her area of control.3. Procedures for the handling of such emergencies will be established by each school andmade known to the staff.4. All employees are expected to be knowledgeable about first aid procedures and to knowwhere first aid supplies and emergency equipment is stored.D. Accidents and Injuries: Emergency CareSchool Personnel:1. shall render emergency care only to students who are injured at school.2. shall proceed on the assumption of maximum disability in the event theseverity of an injury cannot be determined.3. shall see that first aid kits are available when students are on field trips.4. shall under no circumstances imply that they or the school are responsible or liable for anaccident. Responsibility is decided by the insurance carrier.5. shall notify the parent before a physician is contacted except in case of extremeemergency.6. shall file a report of the accident on forms provided for that purpose.E. Rights of Students - the religious beliefs and constitutional rights of students shall be respectedwithin restraints of legal requirements for health instruction, examination, and treatment.F. Health Supplies and Equipment1. Parent is responsible for providing the school with required health supplies and equipmentneeded for child’s specialized health conditions.2. Parent is responsible for the maintenance of child’s health equipment.G. Accidents/Injuries/Illnesses1. Any accident, injury, or illness which occurs on school property must beimmediately reported to the principal and/or main office.2. Every effort shall be made to immediately contact the parent/guardian (School Board Policy424 and Regulations 424R).H. Physical Examinations of StudentsBefore any child is admitted for the first time to any public preschool, kindergarten, orelementary school, such child must have a comprehensive physical examination (School EntranceHealth Form MCH-213D or a complete physical examination including a Hct/Hgb test andurinalysis) as prescribed by State Department of Health, by a qualified licensed physician,licensed nurse practitioner, or a licensed physician’s assistant. Sports physical examinations,24

school health records or a statement of being physically fit are not acceptable.1. A copy of such report must be presented to the school on the child’s behalf.2. The report must indicate that the child has received the physical examination no earlierthan 12 months prior to the date of first entering kindergarten or elementary school.3. Transfer students entering a Harrisonburg City School must provide either one or theother of the following:a. Records establishing that a physical examination was completed. Physicalexaminations that have occurred out-of-state may be accepted as long as thosephysical examinations are deemed comprehensive and are within the guidelines setby the Virginia State Department of Health.b. Physical examination dated within the last 12 months.4. Physical examination reports will be placed in the child’s scholastic record at the school.5. A physical examination shall not be required by any child whose parent(s) or guardianobjects on religious grounds and who shows no visible evidence of sickness. Theparent(s) or guardian shall complete a notarized form stating that to the best of his/herknowledge, the child is in good health and free from any communicable or contagiousdisease.6. Before admission to school, the Department of Health will conduct physical examinationsfor medically indigent children, without charge. The student must obtain a completephysical examination within 30 days of enrollment. The parent or guardian must providewritten documentation that an appointment for a physical examination has been securedat the time of enrollment. (School Board Policy 425)I. Student Immunizations – Requirements for School EnrollmentPursuant to the Code of Virginia at § 22.1-270, students shall not be permitted to attend schoolwithout documentation of a comprehensive physical exam performed within the 12 months priorto the date the student enters public kindergarten or elementary school. The Code does not extenda grace period for complying with this requirement. Several exceptions exist to this requirement:homeless students, those whose parents object due to religious belief, foster care students, andchildren from military families.Homeless students are to be enrolled and immediately referred to the school division homelessliaison for assistance in complying with entrance requirements. Parents objecting to a physicalexam based upon religious belief must provide the school division with a written statement thatthe child is in good health and free from communicable or contagious disease.Pursuant to the Code of Virginia § 22.1-3,4, a student who has been placed in foster care by alocal social services agency shall be immediately enrolled even if the placing social servicesagency is unable to produce the documents required for enrollment. In such cases, the personenrolling the student shall provide a written statement that, to the best of his knowledge, sets forth(i) the student’s age (ii) compliance with the requirements of § 22.1-3.2 of the Code (student’sschool status), and (iii) that the student is in good health and is free from communicable orcontagious disease.On July 1, 2009, Virginia entered into the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity forMilitary Children (§22.1-360 of the Code). This compact facilitates the timely enrollment ofchildren of military families and ensures that they are not placed at a disadvantage due todifficulty in the transfer of education records from the previous school district(s) or variations inentrance requirements. According to the compact, children of military families, withoutdocumentation of immunizations, should be immediately enrolled and shall have up to 30 daysfrom the date of enrollment to obtain any immunization(s) required by the receiving state. Thecompact does not waive the physical examination requirement for these children.Certain prescribed immunizations are required for a child to enroll or attend public school inVirginia as outlined in School & Day Care Minimum Immunization Requirements, Virginia25

Department of Health:http://www.vdh.state.va.us/Epidemiology/Immunization/documents/Min%20Requirements.pdf.Parents are responsible for providing documentation that all required immunizations are up-todateand completed, or that a medical or religious exemption has been obtained. These include therequired doses of DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis), polio, hepatitis B, MMR (measles,mumps, rubella) and varicella.A child whose immunizations are incomplete may be admitted conditionally, provided the parentor guardian has documentation at the time of enrollment indicating that the child has received atleast one dose of the required immunizations and has a written schedule for completing theremaining doses within 90 calendar days of the opening of school. The 90-day grace period doesnot apply to the Tdap booster as outlined below (Code of Virginia § 22.1-271.2B).Since the start of the 2006-2007 school year, a booster dose of pertussis-containing vaccine(Tdap) has been required for students entering the sixth grade, unless the student has had atetanus-containing vaccine within the last five years or has a medical or religious exemption.There is no grace period for compliance with this requirement because Tdap is a single dosevaccine, not a series.A complete series of three doses of Human Papillomavirus vaccine (HPV) is required for femalestudents (§ 32.1-46 of the Code), unless the parent decides against it. The first dose shall beadministered prior to entering the sixth grade. Unlike any other required vaccine, after reviewingeducational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent’s orguardian’s sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.Parents/guardians of rising sixth-grade girls are requested to provide the school withdocumentation of HPV vaccine administration if the student has received the immunization. If theparent/guardian opts not to have his/her daughter receive the HPV vaccination, the schooldivision should not require parents/guardians to sign a waiver form, and no documentation isneeded. Sixth-grade girls who do not have proof of HPV vaccine administration should not beexcluded from school. These guidelines apply only to the HPV vaccine.J. Administering Medicines to Students1. General Guidelines – The administration of medication during school hours is discouragedand, when possible, is requested to be scheduled at other times than in school. Recognizingthat this is not always possible, the following guidelines have been established for theadministration of medication during the school day. Building administrators shall require allstudents who possess or take any medication or substance at school to have prior writtenparental permission on file stating the type, dosage, and duration of treatment on a formsubstantially equivalent to the form contained herein.2. Prescription Medication – Prescription drugs may be administered by school personnel onlywith a prior written Medication Authorization form completed by both the parent/guardianand physician. Medications may only be given to students for whom the medication issupplied. Medications may not be administered to a student in emergency situations withoutwritten consent from a physician.a) A Medication Authorization form from the student’s physician listing the name, dosage,time administered and any other special instructions is required for each medication.b) The Medication Authorization form must be completed and signed by theparent/guardian.c) The medication must be brought to school and taken home from school by the parent orlegal guardian of a student in grades K-8 in the original container which is appropriatelylabeled by the pharmacy or the physician. A student in grades 9-12 may bring medicationto school under the same guidelines.d) Only a one week or less supply of medication should be brought to school unlessmedication is taken on a daily basis throughout the school year. Unused medication26

should be picked up by the parent or guardian or the school will destroy such within 5school days after the last administration of prescription.e) The Daily Log Medication Record is used for each medicine given to a student. Eachmedicine record includes the name of the medication, dosage, time given, and personadministering the medicine.f) All medicines are to be stored in a locked cabinet or room and in a refrigerator whenrequired. Refrigerated medicines must be kept in a refrigerator, separated from foods, etc.3. Inhaled Asthma Medications - Under specified conditions, students with a diagnosis ofasthma may possess and self-administer inhaled asthma medications during the school day, atschool-sponsored activities, or while on a school bus or other school property.a) Written consent of the parent as defined in 22.1-1, of a student with a diagnosis of asthmathat the student may self-administer inhaled asthma medications.b) Written notice from a licensed physician that (i) identifies the student; (ii) states that thestudent has a diagnosis of asthma and has approval to self-administer inhaled asthmamedications that have been prescribed or authorized for the student; (iii) specifies thename and dosage of the medication, the frequency in which it is to be administered andcertain circumstances which may warrant the use of onset of asthmatic symptoms or toalleviate asthmatic symptoms aft the onset of an asthmatic episode; and (iv) attests to thestudent’s demonstrated ability to safely and effectively self-administer inhaled asthmamedications.c) Development of an individualized health care plan, including emergency procedures forany life-threatening conditions.d) The permission granted a student with a diagnosis of asthma to possess and selfadministerinhaled asthma medications shall be effective for one school year. Permissionto possess and self-administer inhaled asthma medication shall be renewed annually.4. Nonprescription Medication – Nonprescription drugs in the original pharmaceutical packagemay be administered by designated school personnel with the Medication Authorization formcompleted by the physician and the parent/guardian, stating the type, dosage, and duration oftreatment. (School Board Policy 428 and Regulations 428R).K. Student Screenings1. Students in grades PreK, K, and 3 will be screened in the following areas; vision, hearing,gross and fine motor function, speech, voice and language within 60 days of their enrollmentin school. Parents will be notified only if a child does not pass a screening.2. Students in grades 7 and 10 will receive vision and hearing screenings during the course ofthe school year. Parents will be notified only if a child does not pass a screening.3. All students new to Harrisonburg City Public Schools will receive vision and hearingscreenings within 60 days of their enrollment in school. Parents will be notified only if achild does not pass a screening. Harrisonburg City Public Schools may recognize screeningsreported as part of a students pre-school physical examination if completed within 60 days ofenrollment.L. Pediculosis (Head Lice) Control1. In the interest of the health and welfare of the students enrolled in Harrisonburg City, notstudent will be permitted to attend classes with the general population if they are infestedwith head lice.2. Students and classrooms will be screened at random periodically throughout the year.3. The student found with one or more head lice is to be kept out of school until he/she is treatedand hair is free of live lice. Although nits (eggs) cannot spread to other children, they mayhatch in 2-3 days then will become immediately communicable.4. When it is discovered that a student has live lice, the principal, school nurse, or designee willimmediately notify the parent/guardian and make arrangements for the student to be pickedup and have treatment initiated. The student will be isolated from other students until theparent/guardian arrives.5. Upon return to school, the parent/guardian must accompany the student to school and provideproof of treatment, i.e. empty bottle or box of lice treatment product or a letter from the27

health department or physician. The principal, school nurse or designee will inspect thestudent’s head for presence of active lice. The child WILL NOT be readmitted if lice arepresent.Guidance and Counseling ProgramThe Harrisonburg School Board will provide a K-12 guidance and counseling program designed to assiststudents in their educational, social, and career development. No student will be required to participatein any counseling program to which the student's parents object.For the purposes of this policy, the following definitions apply:Academic Guidance (Academic Advising) - Guidance which assists students and their parents to acquireknowledge of the curricula choices available to students, to plan a program of studies, to arrange andinterpret academic testing, and to seek post-secondary academic opportunities;Career Guidance (Career Advising) - Advice which helps students to acquire information and plan actionabout work, jobs, apprenticeships, and post-secondary educational and career opportunities;Personal/Social Counseling - Counseling which assists students to develop an understanding ofthemselves, the rights and needs of others, how to resolve conflict and to define individual goals,reflecting their interests, abilities, and aptitudes. Such counseling may be provided either (i) in groups inwhich generic issues of social development are addressed or (ii) through structured individual or smallgroup multi-session counseling which focuses on the specific concerns of the participant(s).Information and records of personal/social counseling shall be kept confidential and separate and notdisclosed to third parties without prior parental consent or as otherwise provided by law.It shall be the policy of the Harrisonburg School Board with respect to personal/social counseling thatparents will notify the school division in writing if a student is not to participate in thepersonal/social counseling program (opt-out) provided through group, individual, small groupcounseling, and/or classroom guidance (School Board Policy 443).Student Records (School Board Policy 434)The Harrisonburg City School Board shall maintain accurate and complete individual, permanent andcumulative records for every student enrolled in the public schools. These records shall includecumulative and confidential information and shall be the student's official school record. Such records,identified as education records in Title 20, Section 1232(g) of the United States Code and in Chapter 14of Title 22.1 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, shall be maintained in compliance with allfederal and state laws.The superintendent or his/her designee(s) shall be responsible for the collection of data, recordmaintenance and security, access to, and use of records, confidentiality of personally identifiableinformation, dissemination of information from records, and destruction of records, including thedestruction of personally identifiable information regarding a student with a disability at the request of theparent. The superintendent shall also provide for notification of all school division personnel of policyand procedures for management of education records and notification of parents and students of theirrights regarding student records, including the right to obtain, upon request, a copy of the HarrisonburgCity Public Schools written policy and procedure on the management of the education records and theirlocation.28

The superintendent or his/her designee(s) shall be present for interpretation and explanation of studentrecords when all parties have access to those records with the exception of designated professionalpersonnel within the school division. The superintendent shall provide for the periodic evaluation ofrecords by the professional personnel and the removal of data no longer educationally useful. Parent(s) ofstudents and eligible students shall be informed prior to destruction of records and provided a copy ifdesired.The Harrisonburg City Public Schools will provide a copy of this policy on request to a parent or eligiblestudent.For the purposes of this policy, the Harrisonburg City Public Schools has used the following definitionsof terms: Student - any person who attends or has attended a school in the Harrisonburg City PublicSchools Eligible student - a student or former student who has reached age 18, is emancipated underVirginia law, or has complied with compulsory attendance requirements as set forth in the Codeof Virginia, 1950, as amended Parent - either natural parent of a student, a guardian, an individual acting as a parent or guardianin the absence of the student's parent or guardian, or other person in the Commonwealth havingcontrol or charge of any child of school age as defined in the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended Education records - any record (in handwriting, print, tapes, film, or other medium) maintainedby the Harrisonburg City Public Schools or an agent of the school division which is directlyrelated to a student, except:1. A personal record kept by a staff member if it is kept in the sole possession of the maker of therecord and is not accessible or revealed to another person except a temporary substitute for themaker of the record.2. Records created and maintained for law enforcement purposes by the Harrisonburg City PublicSchools law enforcement unit, if any. A law enforcement unit is an individual, department, oroffice of the school division that is authorized to enforce any state or federal law, reportenforcement matters to appropriate authorities, or maintain the physical security and safety ofthe school division.3. An employment record which is used only in relation to a student's employment by theHarrisonburg City Public Schools.4. Alumni records which contain information about a student after he/she is no longer inattendance at the Harrisonburg City Public Schools and which do not relate to the person as astudent.Education records include:1. Court notice of adjudication as provided in Section 16.1-305.1 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, asamended, if disciplinary action against a student is based upon an incident which formed the basisfor the adjudication or conviction. Any notice of disposition shall not be retained after the studenthas been awarded a diploma or certificate.2. Disciplinary record of action taken based on notice of adjudication as specified in number 1.3. Any disciplinary action taken against a student for violation of school rules or policies occurringon school property or at school-sponsored events. Information concerning disciplinary actiontaken against such student for conduct that posed a significant risk tothe safety or well-being of that student, other students, or other members of the schoolcommunity.If disciplinary action is taken by the school division in regard to the incident upon which the adjudicationor conviction was based, notice shall be provided to the parent or guardian in accordance with state law.With the consent of the parent or guardian, or in compliance with a court order, the school division mustalso notify the court of the disciplinary action. If the school does not take disciplinary action, every noticeof adjudication or conviction received by a local superintendent, and information contained in the notice,shall be maintained by the superintendent and by any others to whom he disseminates it separately from29

all other records concerning the student.School officials are regularly asked to balance the interests of safety and privacy for individual students.While the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) generally requires schools to ask forwritten consent before disclosing a student’s personally identifiable information to individuals other thanhis or her parents, it also allows schools to take steps to maintain school safety in cases of health or safetyemergency or cooperation with law enforcement officials.Dissemination of Information About Court ProceedingsThe superintendent or designee shall disseminate the notice or information about an adjudication orconviction received pursuant to Section 16.1-305.1 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, to theprincipal of the school in which the student is enrolled. The principal shall disseminate such informationto licensed instructional personnel and other school personnel who (1) provide direct educational andsupport services to the student and (2) have a legitimate educational interest in such information.In addition, the superintendent and principal shall disseminate information about court proceedingsrelated to a student following notice by the court pursuant to Section 16.1-305.2 of the Code of Virginia,1950, as amended, in the following circumstances: Prior to receipt of the notice of disposition, the superintendent may disclose the fact of the filingof the petition and the nature of the offense to the principal of the school in which the student isenrolled if the division superintendent believes that disclosure to school personnel is necessary toensure the physical safety of the student, other students, or school personnel within the division;and After the student has been taken into custody, whether or not the student has been released, theprincipal may further disseminate the information only to those students and school personnelhaving direct contact with the student and need of the information to ensure physical safety,appropriate educational placement, or other educational services.When the superintendent receives notice regarding a student who is not enrolled, he/she shall promptlynotify the juvenile court and not disclose this information to anyone within the school division. If thejuvenile is not enrolled as a student in a public school in the division to which the notice was given, thesuperintendent shall promptly so notify the intake officer of the juvenile court in which the petition wasfiled and may forward the notice of petition to the superintendent of the division in which the juvenile isenrolled, if known.Enrollment ProceduresAll students either new to the Harrisonburg City Schools or returning to the Harrisonburg City Schoolsafter being in a different school district need to call the Harrisonburg City Schools Welcome Center tomake an appointment to complete the registration process. The Welcome Center has a complete listing ofall school attendance zones and can answer questions about specific neighborhood districts. Thefollowing documents/information will be asked for at your registration appointment. Birth Certificate Legal Guardianship Proof of residency in Harrisonburg City – documents that are accepted to meet this requirementare: water bill, electric bill, lease or mortgage statement Immunization Records/*Physical Previous School’s Name and Phone number Health Insurance Card; Social Security Card*All new students K-5 entering the Harrisonburg City Schools for the first time must show proof ofhaving received a physical examination by a doctor. Children that turn five years of age on or prior toSeptember 30 th of the current year are eligible to register for kindergarten in Harrisonburg City PublicSchools.30

Birth CertificateA state birth certificate is required for all students enrolled as verification of the date of birth. If a studentdoes not have a birth certificate, a request for one should be sent to the Bureau of Vital Statistics of thestate in which the child was born. Forms for Virginia are available from the school office. If a parent isunable to obtain a birth certificate from a foreign country, a notarized affidavit will be required as asubstitution for the birth certificate.Residency RequirementsSection 22.1-264.1 was added to the Code in 2005. A parent or guardian can be charged with a Class 4misdemeanor for knowingly making a false statement concerning the residency of a child in a particularschool division or school attendance zone if the purpose is to avoid tuition or to enroll the student in aschool outside the attendance zone in which the student resides.Social Security NumberAccording to Section 22.1-260 of the Code of Virginia, each student shall present a social securitynumber within ninety days of enrollment. The superintendent may grant a waiver of this requirement “forany student who, together with his parent/guardian, by reason of bona fide religious training or belief, isconscientiously opposed to having a federal social security number”. Disclosure of the social securitynumber is not mandatory. Social security numbers will become part of each student’s record.Annual NotificationParents will be notified of their rights under the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)annually by publication in their child's student handbook.The school division shall notify, at least annually, the parents of students in attendance (including thoseparents identified as having a primary or home language other than English) and eligible students inattendance (a student who has reached age 18) by such means as are reasonably likely to inform them oftheir rights as follows: the types and location of education records and information maintained therein the title and address of the school official responsible for the maintenance of education records,the parties to whom data may be disclosed, and the purpose for disclosure policies and procedures for reviewing and expunging education recordspolicies and procedures for disclosure of data from education recordsthe rights of parents and eligible students to review and challenge the content of educationrecords and to file with the FERPA Office a complaint concerning an alleged failure by theschool division to comply with 20 U.S.C. 1232gany fee established in this policy to the parent or eligible student for reproducing copies ofeducation recordsthe data designated in this policy as directory informationthe right of parents and eligible students to obtain, upon request, a copy of the school divisionwritten policies and procedures on the management of education records and the location of theserecordsProcedure to Inspect Education RecordsParents of students or eligible students may inspect and review the student's education records relating totheir children without unnecessary delay and before any meeting regarding an IEP or hearing involving astudent with a disability. Further, parents shall have the right to a response from the school division toreasonable requests for explanations and interpretations of the education record.Parents or eligible students should submit to the student's school principal a written request whichidentifies as precisely as possible the record or records he/she wishes to inspect.The principal (or appropriate school official) will make the needed arrangements for access as promptlyas possible and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be31

inspected. Access must be given in 14 days or less from the receipt of the request.When a record contains information about students other than the parent's child or the eligible student, theparent or eligible student may not inspect and review the portion of the record which pertains to otherstudents.When disciplinary action is taken by the school division in regard to an incident upon which anadjudication of delinquency or a conviction of acts specified in Section 16.1-305.1 of the Code ofVirginia, 1950, as amended, the parent or guardian must be notified of the action, the reasons therefore,and his/her right to review and to request amendment of the student's education records. Every notice ofadjudication or conviction received by the superintendent and information in the notice, which is not adisciplinary record, shall be maintained by the superintendent and other school personnel separately fromall other records concerning such student unless the division takes disciplinary action based on an incidentwhich was the basis for the adjudication or conviction.Refusal to Provide CopiesAlthough the Harrisonburg City Public Schools cannot deny parents access to their children's educationrecords, the Harrisonburg City Public Schools will not provide a parent or eligible student a copy of thestudent's education record unless failure to do so would effectively prevent the parent or eligible studentthe right to inspect and review the records.Fee for Copies of RecordsThe fee for copies will be 10¢ per page. The actual cost of copying time and postage may be charged. TheHarrisonburg City Public Schools shall not charge for search and retrieval of the records. TheHarrisonburg City Public Schools shall not charge a fee for copying an Individualized Education Plan(IEP) or for a copy of the verbatim record of a hearing conducted in accordance with the State Board ofEducation’s Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities inVirginia.Types, Locations, and Custodians of Education RecordsThe Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall provide parents, on request, a list of the types and locations ofeducation records collected, maintained, or used by the school division.The following is a list of the types of records that the Harrisonburg City Public Schools maintain, theirlocations, and their custodians:Types Location CustodianScholastic (cumulative) Harrisonburg High School guidance officePrincipalScholastic (cumulative) Thomas Harrison Middle School guidance office PrincipalScholastic (cumulative) Skyline Middle School guidance officePrincipalScholastic (cumulative) Keister Elementary School administrative office PrincipalScholastic (cumulative) Smithland Elementary School administrative office PrincipalScholastic (cumulative) Spotswood Elementary School administrative office PrincipalScholastic (cumulative) Stone Spring Elementary School administrative office PrincipalScholastic (cumulative) Waterman Elementary School administrative office PrincipalConfidential Harrisonburg High School guidance office PrincipalConfidential Thomas Harrison Middle School guidance office PrincipalConfidential Skyline Middle School guidance office PrincipalConfidential Keister Elementary School administrative office PrincipalConfidential Smithland Elementary School administrative office PrincipalConfidential Spotswood Elementary School administrative office PrincipalConfidentialStone Spring Elementary School administrative office PrincipalConfidential Waterman Elementary School administrative office Principal32

ConfidentialHarrisonburg Public Safety Building andCentral OfficeDir. of spec. ed. and/orsupervisory staffDisclosure of Education RecordsWhen parental consent is required in order to release a student’s records and the parent refuses to givesuch consent, the school division shall use informal means to secure the consent. If the parent continues torefuse to give consent, the school division shall provide written notification to the person/agencyrequesting the information, that parental consent is required and has been refused. If the school divisionwishes to disclose the information and has been unable to secure the necessary consent through informalmeans, the school division may use more formal measures, as appropriate, to effect release ofinformation.The Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall disclose information from a student’s education records onlywith the written consent of the parent or eligible student except:1. To school officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the records.A school official is: A person employed by the division as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staffmember A person appointed to the school board A person employed by or under contract to the school division to perform a special task, suchas an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist A person who is a teacher or school official, including teachers and school officials in otherschools, who has legitimate educational interests in the student A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official is: Performing a task that is specified in his/her position description or by a contractagreement Performing a task related to a student's educationPerforming a task related to the discipline of a studentProviding a service or benefit related to the student or student's family, such as healthcare, counseling, job placement, or financial aid2. To officials of another school, upon request, in which a student seeks or intends to enroll(Including disciplinary records). The Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall provide writtennotice of the transfer including the identify of the requester to the parent, guardian, or otherperson having control or charge of the student or to a student who is 18 years of age or olderwithin five days of the date on which the record was transferred. This notice requirement applieson the transfer of records to education programs in jails and detention centers.3. To certain officials of the U.S. Department of Education, the Comptroller General, and state andlocal educational authorities, in connection with certain state or federally supported educationprograms.4. In connection with a student's request for or receipt of financial aid as necessary to determine theeligibility, amount, or conditions of the financial aid, or to enforce the terms and conditions of theaid.5. State and local officials or authorities to whom such information is specifically allowed to bereported or disclosed pursuant to state law adopted: prior to November 19, 1974, if the allowed disclosure or reporting concerns the juvenilejustice system and its ability to effectively serve the student whose records are released; or after November 19, 1974, if the allowed disclosure or reporting concerns the juvenile justicesystem and its ability to effectively serve, prior to adjudication, the student whose recordsare released and the officials to whom the records are disclosed certify in writing to thedivision that the information will not be disclosed to any other party without the prior writtenconsent of the parent or eligible student, except as provided by state law.6. To organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the division.7. To accrediting organizations to carry out their functions.8. To parents of an eligible student who claim the student as a dependent for income tax purposes.33

9. To the entities or persons designated in judicial orders or subpoenas as specified in FERPA.10. To appropriate parties in a health or safety emergency.11. Directory information so designated by the division.Sec. 9528. Armed Forces Recruiter Access to Students and Student Recruiting Information(a) Policy –(1) ACCESS TO STUDENT RECRUITING INFORMATION – Notwithstanding section444(a)(5)(B) of the General Education Provisions Act and except as provided inparagraph (2), each local educational agency receiving assistance under this Act shallprovide, on a request made by military recruiters or an institution of higher education,access to secondary school students names, addresses, and telephone listings.(2) CONSENT – A secondary school student or the parent of the student may request that thestudent’s name, address, and telephone listing described in paragraph (1) not be releasedwithout prior written parental consent, and the local educational agency or private schoolshall notify parents of the option to make a request and shall comply with any request.(3) SAME ACCESS TO STUDENTS – Each local educational agency receiving assistanceunder this Act shall provide military recruiters the same access to secondary schoolstudents as is provided generally to post secondary educational institutions or toprospective employers of those students.(b) Notification – The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, shall, not later than120 days after the date of enactment of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, notify principals,school administrators, and other educators about the requirements of this section.(c) Exception – The requirements of this section do not apply to a private secondary school thatmaintains a religious objection to service in the Armed Forces if the objection is verifiablethrough the corporate or other organizational documents or materials of that school.Record of Requests for DisclosureThe Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall maintain a record of all requests for and/or disclosure ofinformation from a student's education records. The record will indicate the name of the party making therequest, any additional party to whom it may be disclosed, and the legitimate interest the party had inrequesting or obtaining the information. The record may be reviewed by the parent or eligible student.Directory InformationThe Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall notify parents and eligible students at the beginning of eachschool year what information, if any, the Harrisonburg school division has designated as directoryinformation, the right to refuse to let the division designate any or all of such information as directoryinformation, and the period of time to refuse, in writing, the directory information designation inaccordance with FERPA.The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires that Harrisonburg CityPublic Schools, with certain exceptions, obtain a parent’s or eligible student’s written consent prior to thedisclosure of personally identifiable information from the student’s education records. However,Harrisonburg City Public Schools may disclose appropriately designated "directory information" withoutwritten consent, unless the parent or eligible student has advised Harrisonburg City Public Schools to thecontrary in accordance with Harrisonburg City Public Schools procedures. The primary purpose ofdirectory information is to allow the Harrisonburg City Public Schools to include this type of informationfrom the student’s education records in certain school publications. Examples include: A playbill, showing your student's role in a drama production; The annual yearbook; Honor roll or other recognition lists; Graduation programs; and Sports roster sheets, such as for wrestling, showing weight and height of team members.Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion ofprivacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent's or eligible student’s34

prior written consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limited to, companies that manufactureclass rings or publish yearbooks. In addition, two federal laws require local educational agencies (LEAs)receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to providemilitary recruiters, upon request, with three directory information categories - names, addresses andtelephone listings - unless parents or eligible students have advised the LEA that they do not want thestudent's information disclosed without their prior written consent.If a parent or eligible students does not want Harrisonburg City Public Schools to disclose directoryinformation from the student’s education records without their prior written consent, they must notify theDistrict in writing within 15 days of receipt of this notice. Harrisonburg City Public Schools hasdesignated the following information as directory information: Student's name Participation in officially recognized activities and sports Address Telephone listing Weight and height of members of athletic teams Electronic mail address Photograph Degrees, honors, and awards received Date and place of birth Major field of study Dates of attendance Grade level The most recent educational agency or institution attendedCorrection of Education RecordsParents or eligible students shall be notified of their right to challenge the content and to ask to haverecords corrected (including expungement) that they believe are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation oftheir privacy rights. Following are the procedures for the correction of records:1. Parents or the eligible student must request in writing that the Harrisonburg City Public Schoolsamend a record. In so doing, they should identify the part of the record they want changed andspecify why they believe it is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student's privacy orother rights.2. The Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall decide whether to amend the record in accordancewith the request within a reasonable period of time. If it decides not to comply, the schooldivision shall notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right toa hearing to challenge the information believed to be inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of thestudent's rights.3. Upon request, the Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall arrange for a hearing and notify theparent or eligible student, reasonably in advance, of the date, place, and time of the hearing. Thehearing shall be held within a reasonable period of time after the request.4. The parent may be represented by one or more individuals/attorney.5. The hearing will be conducted by a hearing officer who is a disinterested party; however, thehearing officer may be an official of the school division. The parent or eligible student shall beafforded a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issues raised in the originalrequest to amend the student's education records inaccordance with FERPA.6. The Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall prepare a written decision which will include asummary of the evidence presented and the reasons for the decision.7. If the Harrisonburg City Public Schools decides that the challenged information is not inaccurate,misleading, or in violation of the student's right of privacy, it will notify the parent or eligiblestudent that he/she has a right to place in the record a statement commenting on the challengedinformation and/or a statement setting forth reasons for disagreeing with the decision. The35

statement will be maintained as part of the student's education records as long as the contestedportion is maintained.8. The Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall notify the parent and eligible student of their right tofile with the FERPA Office a complaint concerning an alleged failure by the school division tocomply with federal law. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: FamilyPolicy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW,Washington, DC 20202-5920If the Harrisonburg City Public Schools decides that the information in inaccurate, misleading, or inviolation of the student's right or privacy, it will amend (including expungement) the record and notify theparent or eligible student, in writing, that the record has been amended.Confidentiality of HIV and Drug and Alcohol Treatment RecordsThe Harrisonburg City Public Schools shall comply with the confidentiality requirements of Section 32.1-36.1 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, providing for the confidentiality of records related to anytest for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). In addition, the school division shall maintainconfidentiality of drug and alcohol treatment records as required by federal and state laws (School BoardPolicy 434).School Nutrition ProgramNutritious meals are available daily to students, staff members, and parents. All city schools participate inthe National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. Meals served must meet state and federal nutritionguidelines. Additionally, Harrisonburg City Public Schools has in place nutrition guidelines which exceedstate and federal requirements to insure that foods served are as healthful as possible.Free and reduced price meals are available to students who qualify. A free lunch application is providedto all students at the start of the school year. Families must complete a new application each school year.Please contact your child’s school to obtain an application.Lunch prices for the 2010-2011 school year are as follows:Full PriceReduced PriceElementary $1.45 $0.40Middle $1.65 $0.40High $1.80 $0.40Adult (all schools) $2.50Breakfast prices for the 2009-2010 school year are as follows:Full PriceReduced PriceAll Schools $0.75 $0.30Adult (all schools) $1.50For more information, please contact Mrs. Andrea Early, Director of School Nutrition Programs, at437-3300.Administration of Surveys and Questionnaires(School Board Policy 435)Instructional Materials and SurveysA. Inspection of Instructional Materials and SurveysAll instructional materials, including teacher’s manuals, films, tapes, or other supplementarymaterial which will be used as part of the educational curriculum for a student or which will beused in connection with any survey, analysis, or evaluation as part of any federally funded36

program shall be available for inspection by the parents or guardians of the student in accordancewith Policy 434. Additionally, any survey created by a third party may be inspected before itsadministration or distribution.B. Participation in Surveys and EvaluationsNo student shall be required, as part of any federally funded program, to submit to a survey,analysis, or evaluation that reveals information concerning:1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent,2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or the student’s family,3. Sex behavior or attitudes,4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior,5. Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom respondents have close familyrelationships,6. Legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships, such as those of lawyers,physicians, and ministers,7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or student’s parent, or8. Income (other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a programor for receiving financial assistance under such program), without the prior consent of thestudent (if the student is an adult or emancipated minor), or in the case of an unemancipatedminor, without the prior written consent of the parent.Physical Examinations and ScreeningsIf the Harrisonburg City School Division administers any physical examinations or screenings other than those required by Virginia law, and surveys administered to a student in accordance with the Individuals with DisabilitiesEducation Act, policies regarding those examinations or screenings will be developed andadopted in consultation with parents.Commercial Use of InformationQuestionnaires and surveys shall not be administered to public school students during the regular schoolday or at school-sponsored events without written, informed parental consent when participation in suchquestionnaire or survey may subsequently result in the sale for commercial purposes of personalinformation regarding the individual student.This subsection does not apply to the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected fromstudents for the exclusive purpose of developing, evaluating, or providing educational products orservices for, or to, students or educational institutions, such as the following: college or other postsecondary education recruitment, or military recruitment; book clubs, magazines, and programs providing access to low-cost literacy products;curriculum and instructional materials used by elementary schools and secondary schools;tests and assessments used by elementary schools and secondary schools to provide cognitive,evaluative, diagnostic, clinical, aptitude, or achievement information about students (or togenerate other statistically useful data for the purpose of securing such tests and assessments) andthe subsequent analysis and public release of the aggregate data from such tests and assessments;the sale by students of products or services to raise funds for school-related or education-relatedactivities; andstudent recognition programs.NotificationA. Notification of PoliciesThe Board shall provide notice of this policy directly to parents of students annually at thebeginning of the school year and within a reasonable period of time after any substantive changein the policy. The Board will also offer an opportunity for the parent (or emancipated student) toopt the student out of participation in:37

activities involving the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected fromstudents for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information (or otherwise providingthat information to others for that purpose);the administration of any survey containing one or more items listed above; orany nonemergency, invasive physical examination or screening that is required as a conditionof attendance; administered by the school and scheduled by the school in advance; and notnecessary to protect the immediate health and safety of the student, or of other students.B. Notification of Specific EventsThe Board will directly notify the parent of a student, at least annually at the beginning of theschool year, of the specific or approximate dates during the school year when the followingactivities are scheduled, or expected to be scheduled:activities involving the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected fromstudents for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information (or otherwise providingthat information to others for that purpose);the administration of any survey containing one or more items listed above;any non emergency, invasive physical examination or screening that is required as acondition of attendance; administered by the school and scheduled by the school in advance;and not necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of the student, or of otherstudents.DefinitionsA. Instructional material: the term “instructional material” means instructional content that isprovided to a student, regardless of its format, including printed or representational materials,audio-visual materials, and materials in electronic or digital formats (such as materials accessiblethrough the Internet). The term does not include academic tests or academic assessments.B. Invasive physical examination: the term “invasive physical examination” means any medicalexamination that involves the exposure of private body parts, or any act during such examinationthat includes incision, insertion, or injection into the body, but does not include a hearing, vision,or scoliosis screening.C. Parent: the term “parent” includes a legal guardian or other person standing in loco parentis (suchas a grandparent or stepparent with whom the child lives, or a person who is legally responsiblefor the welfare of the child).D. Personal information: the term “personal information” means individually identifiableinformation including a student or parent’s first and last name; a home or other physical address (including street name and the name of the city or town); a telephone number, or a Social Security identification number.E. Survey: the term “survey” includes an evaluation.Parents/eligible student who believe their rights have been violated may file a complaint with:Family Policy Compliance OfficeRecords Management OfficerU.S. Department of EducationHarrisonburg City Public Schools400 Washington Avenue SW Harrisonburg, VA 22801Washington, DC 20202-5920InstructionStudent Achievement ExpectationsA. All students in grades 3,5,8 and secondary courses for which there is a corresponding Standardsof Learning (SOL) test or Virginia Alternate Assessment shall take and be expected to achieve apassing score. Schools will use the SOL test results as part of a multiple set of criteria fordetermining advancing or retaining students in grades 3, 5, and 8.38

B. Each student in middle and secondary schools shall take all applicable end-of-course SOL testsfollowing course instruction. Students who achieve a passing score on an end-of-course SOL testshall be awarded a verified unit of credit in that course. Students may earn verified credits in anycourses for which end-of-course SOL tests are available.Middle and secondary schools may consider the student’s end-of-course SOL test score indetermining the student’s final course grade.C. Character Education 22.1-208.01The purpose of the character education program is to instill in students civic virtues and personalcharacter traits so as to improve the learning environment, promote studentachievement, reduce disciplinary problems, and develop civic-minded students of high character.Classroom instruction may be used to supplement the character education program; however,character education is interwoven into the school procedures and environment and structured toinstruct primarily through example, illustration, and participation, in such a way as tocomplement the Standards of Learning.Basic character traits taught may include:trustworthiness, including honesty, integrity, reliability, and loyalty;respect, including the percepts of the Golden Rule, tolerance, and courtesy;responsibility, including hard work, economic self-reliance, accountability, diligence,perseverance, and self-control;fairness, including justice, consequences of bad behavior, principles ofnondiscrimination, and freedom from prejudice;caring, including kindness, empathy, compassion, consideration, generosity, and charity;citizenship, including patriotism, the Pledge of Allegiance, respect for the American flag,concern for the common good, respect for authority and the law, and communitymindedness.Graduation RequirementsIt is important to keep track of the requirements for graduation. This section defines many of the issuesthat come up when discussing these requirements. A course record sheet is included at the end of thisdocument. It is recommended that students and parents keep track of the student’s progress towardgraduation requirements.English Math Science Social StudiesEnglish 11 Reading Algebra 1 Earth Science GeographyEnglish 11 Writing Geometry BiologyWorld History1Algebra 2 ChemistryWorld History2US HistoryThere are three scoring categories on these tests: Not Proficient (0-399), Proficient(400-499), and Advanced Proficient (500-600).Substitute Assessments:Student-Selected Tests:Sequential electives:Tests approved by the State Board of Education that enable students toearn verified units of credit. For a complete list of these tests, see theguidance department.Test required to pass in order to earn a standard or advanced studiesdiploma. Test may come form any of the following:(a) any end-of-course SOL test that is not already satisfying a requiredverified credit, or;(b) tests in computer science, technology, or other areas as prescribedby the State Board of Education, or;(c) substitute tests approved by the State Board of Education.Elective courses required for a standard or modified standard diplomathat are a focused sequence of elective courses leading to furthereducation or preparation for employment developed by the school39

Expedited Retakes:Remediation:Locally verified credit:Virginia AlternateAssessment Program:division consistent with Board of Education guidelines and as approvedby the local school board.If preliminary results of SOL tests are returned to the school before theend of the school year and a student was found “Not Proficient” andscored between 375 and 399 on any Math or Science test then they maybe given the opportunity to retake the test.During the summer, students that are found “Not Proficient” on any Endof-coursetest are invited to attend a program to review the informationand retake the test.Students may earn a verified credit in science or social studies inaccordance with Virginia and HCPS policy. To be eligible to earn alocally verified credit the student must:(a) pass the high school course and not pass the related Standards ofLearning test;(b) take the same Standards of Learning test at least twice;(c) score within a 375-399 scale score on any administration of theparticular Standards of Learning test, and ;(d) demonstrate achievement in the academic content through theappeal process.For information on the appeal process, please see your guidancecounselor.This program is available to students with disabilities and is for studentswho do not participate in the Virginia Standards of Learning testingprogram. Participation in the alternate assessment is decided upon by theIEP team upon meeting the requirements of the program as outlined bythe state.Diploma OptionsStandard and Advanced Studies DiplomaThe credit requirements for the Standard and Advanced Studies Diploma are listed below. Requirementsto satisfy the credit requirements follow.Number of Credits Verified Credits #Subject Area Standard Advanced Standard AdvancedEnglish 4 4 2 2Mathematics 3 4 1 2Lab Science 3 4 1 2Social Studies 3 4 1 2Foreign Language - 3*Health and PE 2 2Fine and Practical Arts 1 1Electives 6 ¥ 2 1 1Total 22 24# To earn a verified credit a student must pass the course and the associated End-of-Course (EOC) SOL Test.40

*3 years of one language or 2 years of 2 different languages.¥ Credits in this area must include 2 courses in sequence. (Sequential Electives)Standard Diploma RequirementsMathematics: Courses shall be at or above the level of Algebra and shall include at least two courseselections from the following: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, or other mathematicscourses above the level of algebra and geometry.Science: Courses shall include course selections from at least two of the following sciencedisciplines from earth science, biology, chemistry, or physics.Social Studies: Courses shall include US and Virginia History, US and Virginia Government, and oneworld history/geography course. Courses that satisfy the world history/geographyrequirement are: World History 1, World Geography, and World History 2.Electives: Courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequential electives.Advanced Studies RequirementsMathematics: Courses shall be at or above the level of Algebra and shall include at least three courseselections from the following: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, or other mathematicscourses above the level of algebra 2.Science: Courses shall include course selections from at least three of the following sciencedisciplines from earth science, biology, chemistry, or physics.Social Studies: Courses shall include U.S. and Virginia History, U.S. and Virginia Government, andtwo world history/geography courses. Courses that satisfy the world history/geographyrequirement are: World History 1, World Geography, and World History 2.Languages: Students must complete a three-year sequence in a foreign language or take a two-yearsequence of two different languages.Modified Standard DiplomaThe modified standard diploma is intended for certain students at the secondary level who have adisability and are unlikely to meet the credit requirements for a Standard Diploma. The student’s IEPteam determines eligibility and participation in the program and can be made at any point after thestudent’s eighth grade year. Written consent from the parent is required. Students pursuing this diplomaoption are permitted to take classes that allow them to pursue a Standard or Advanced Studies diploma.Students earning a Modified Standard Diploma must pass the eighth grade EnglishReading/Literature/Research SOL test and the eighth grade Mathematics SOL test. Students maysubstitute a higher-level Standards of Learning test (i.e., end-of-course English [reading], Algebra I,Algebra II, or Geometry) for the 8 th grade Standards of Learning (SOL) tests in English (Reading,Literature, and Research) and mathematics or other substitute tests approved by the Board.DisciplineStandardCreditsEnglish 4Mathematics 1 3Science 2 2History and Social Science 3 2Health and Physical Education 2Fine or Practical Arts 1Electives 4 6Total 201 Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include content from among the applications of algebra,geometry, personal finance, and statistics in courses that have been approved by the Board2 Courses completed shall include content from at least two of the following: applications of earth science, biology,chemistry, or physics in courses approved by the Board3 Courses completed to satisfy this requirement shall include one unit of credit in US and Virginia History and one41

unit of credit in US and Virginia Government in courses approved by the Board.4 Beginning with the graduating class of 2003, courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequentialelectives in the same manner required for the Standard Diploma.Certificate of Program CompletionThe Certificate of Program Completion is not a diploma. It is for students who have completed therequired number of standard units of credit for the standard diploma, but have not completed the requirednumber of verified unites of credit.General Achievement DiplomaThe General Achievement Diploma is intended to provide a diploma option for high school dropouts andindividuals who exit high school without a diploma. It should not be a first option for high schoolstudents.Special DiplomaThe special diploma is intended for certain students at the secondary level who have a disability and areunlikely to meet the credit requirements for a diploma. The student’s IEP team determines eligibility andparticipation in the program. Written consent from the parent is required. The IEP team sets goals anddecides what the student needs to complete in order to earn the special diploma.GED Certificate (ISAEP)The Individualized Student Alternative Education Program is a state program that allows students toparticipate in the GED tests prior to their 18 th birthday. Students must be at least sixteen to enter theprogram.An applicant must be at least 18 years of age and out of school. Under special circumstances consideredby local school authorities to be justifiable, the age limit may be lowered if an applicant 1) has beenofficially withdrawn from school, 2) meets the requirements for home schooled youth, or 3) meets therequirements for youth currently enrolled in alternative education programs. No one under the age of 16is eligible for testing (Supts. Memo. No. 188).Workplace Preparedness CertificateThe Workplace Preparedness Certificate is not a diploma. This certificate is intended to provide studentswith sufficient skills for employability. The receiving student must be at least 17 years of age. Please seeyour guidance counselor for more informationTransfer StudentsStudents that transfer into a Virginia public high school after the ninth grade may have differentgraduation requirements, depending on when they transferred (for the first time) into a Virginia HighSchool.Standard DiplomaBeginning=First 20 hours of instructionStudents transferringinto a Virginia publicschool for the firsttimeDuring 9 th GradeBeginning of 10 th GradeMust Earn6 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent SelectedDuring= After first 20 hours of instructionVerified Credits needed forGraduation2111142

During 10 th GradeBeginning of 11 th GradeDuring 11 th GradeBeginning of 12 th GradeDuring 12 th Grade4 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected2 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected1Students should be given every opportunity to earn a diploma; if this isnot possible, arrange to have the previous school award the diploma; orseek a waiver of the verified credit requirement from the DOE11111Transfer Students-Advanced Studies DiplomaBeginning=First 20 hours of instructionStudents transferring into aVirginia public school for thefirst timeDuring 9 th GradeBeginning of 10 th GradeDuring 10 th GradeBeginning of 11 th GradeDuring 11 th GradeBeginning of 12 th GradeDuring 12 th GradeDuring= After first 20 hours of instructionVerified CreditsMust Earnneeded forGraduation9 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected6 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected4 Verified CreditsEnglishMathematicsScienceHistory and Social ScienceStudent Selected3Students should be given every opportunity toearn a diploma; if this is not possible, arrange tohave the previous school award the diploma; orseek a waiver of the verified credit requirementfrom the DOE22221211111Diploma SealsGovernor’s SealStudents who complete the requirements for an Advanced Studies Diploma with an average grade of "B"or better, and successfully complete at least one advanced placement course (AP), internationalbaccalaureate (IB), or one college-level course for credit will receive the Governor's Seal on the diploma.Board of Education SealStudents who complete the requirements for a Standard Diploma with an average grade of "A" willreceive a Board of Education Seal on the diploma.The Board of Education’s Career and Technical Education SealAwarded to students who earn a Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma and complete a prescribed43

sequence of courses in a career and technical education concentration or specialization that they chooseand maintain a "B" or better average in those courses; or (i) pass an examination in a career and technicaleducation concentration or specialization that confers certification from a recognized industry, trade orprofessional association; or (ii) acquire a professional license in that career and technical education fieldfrom the Commonwealth of Virginia.The Board of Education's Seal of Advanced Mathematics and TechnologyAwarded to students who earn either a Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma and (i) satisfy all of themathematics requirements for the Advanced Studies Diploma (four units of credit including Algebra II);two verified units of credit with a "B" average or better; and (ii) either (a) pass an examination in a careerand technical education field that confers certification from a recognized industry, or trade or professionalassociation; (b) acquire a professional license in a career and technical education field from theCommonwealth of Virginia; or (c) pass an examination approved by the Board that confers college-levelcredit in a technology or computer science area.Civics Education SealThe legislation requires the Board to consider the following criteria: (i) successful completion of history,government, and civics courses, including courses that incorporate character education; (ii) voluntaryparticipation in community service or extracurricular activities; and (iii) related requirements it deemsappropriate.Additional InformationFor additional information on graduation requirements and programs please contact the guidancedepartment or visit the Virginia Department of Education’s Director’s Notebook athttp://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Instruction/osecdirec.htmlAdvanced PlacementAdvanced Placement classes are offered in a variety of subjects for all students whochoose to register for them. The Advanced Placement Program provides an opportunity for students topursue college level courses while in high school. This program allows students to possibly receive highschool credits and/or college credits simultaneously.Fees for these courses may be reduced or waived for students who receive free or reduced lunch.Dual EnrollmentBlue Ridge Community College and Harrisonburg High School partner to offer college courses at HHSfor many of our students and to offer added assistance for other HHS students to be more successful ifchoosing to enter Blue Ridge Community College after high school.This opportunity is open to any qualifying junior or senior at HHS especially those considering enrollingat Blue Ridge.If a student qualifies by either having a minimum SAT score of 520 on the Reading and Writing sectionsof the SAT or a 530 on the Math SAT section or they have passed the BRCC placement test they canenroll in several college level, dual enrollment classes, right at HHS.If a student does not pass the placement test or does not have the qualifying SAT score, we will embedthe placement test objectives into one of our English courses and one of our Math courses and then uponsuccessful completion of those high school courses students can retake the BRCC placement test.The typical cost for tuition and fees at BRCC is just under $100 a credit or $300 a course. However, forthis program, BRCC has agreed to provide student scholarships equivalent to 80% of the cost of thecourse. That means for a three credit course the cost would be $60 for our students.44

Remediation/Summer SchoolThe Standards of Quality (SOQ), in 22.1-253.13:1 C, Code of Virginia, require that any student who doesnot pass all of the SOL assessments in grades three, five, and/or eight must attend a summer schoolprogram or participate in another form of remediation chosen by the division, as appropriate for theacademic needs of the student (Supts. Memo No. 116).Placement (Promotion and Retention)It is the purpose of the Harrisonburg City Public Schools to meet the educational needs of allstudents, kindergarten through twelfth grade. It is recognized that each child is unique and that allstudents in a class may progress at a different rate. All students enrolled in the Harrisonburg City PublicSchools will be assigned to grades or to classes from which they can best profit educationally and inconformity with state laws and recommendation of the building principal.Teachers and administrators recognize the detrimental effect that failure has on the future success ofstudents; and, therefore, every effort must be made to prevent retention. Children should be retained in agrade when it is determined by the teacher, principal, and parent that retention is in the best interest of thechild. Since the placement of students is a function of administration, the principal shall make the finaldecision about promotion/retention of students (School Board Policy 711).Child Study TeamsEach school has an Instructional Support Team and a Child Study Committee established to reviewinformation on any student who is experiencing difficulty in school. The Instructional Support Team is acommittee of teachers who work with the classroom teacher to identify and recommend strategies toaddress individual student learning, behavior, communication and/or development concerns. The purposeof the Child Study Committee is to consider whether or not a referral for evaluation for special educationand related services is needed.Parents and/or teachers refer a child for review to either the Instructional Support Team or the ChildStudy Committee by contacting the building principal or the child’s classroom teacher.Special Education and Related ServicesA free appropriate public education is provided to all identified students with disabilities ages twothrough twenty-one, inclusive, who live in the city of Harrisonburg. Programs and services are providedto persons identified as having autism, deaf-blindness, developmental delay, hearing impairment, mentalretardation, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairment, emotional disturbance,severe disability, specific learning disability, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, or avisual impairment. Questions concerning special education and related services may be directed to yourchild’s principal or the Director of Exceptional Student Services at (540) 434-2752.Child Find and Division-Wide ScreeningHarrisonburg City Public Schools maintains an active and continuing child find program designed toidentify, locate and evaluate those children residing in the jurisdiction who are birth to age 21, inclusive,who are in need of special education and related services.Harrisonburg City Public Schools screens all children enrolled in Harrisonburg City Public Schoolsincluding transfers from out of state, as follows: All children (through grade three), within 60 business days of initial enrollment, are screened inspeech, voice, and language to determine if a referral for an evaluation for special education andrelated services is indicated. All children, within 60 business days of initial enrollment, are screened in the areas of vision andhearing to determine if a referral for an evaluation for special education and related services isindicated. In addition, the vision and hearing of all children in grades three, seven, and ten arescreened during the school year. All children (through grade three), within 60 business days of initial enrollment, are screened for45

fine and gross motor functions to determine if a referral for an evaluation for special educationand related services is indicated.Harrisonburg City Public Schools recognizes screenings reported as part of the child’s pre-schoolphysical examination required under the Code of Virginia if they are completed no more than 60days prior to the start of school.Screening results are maintained in the student’s scholastic file.If a student fails the screening, parents will be notified of the screening results in writing.Harrisonburg City Public Schools screens all students in grade 2 to determine if a referral for anevaluation for gifted education services is indicated. Parents may choose for their 2 nd grade student to optout of this screening by providing a written request to the classroom teacher.Section 504 Services and AccommodationsAny student, employee or parent who has a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits oneor more of a person’s major life activities is eligible for services and accommodations under Section 504of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Section 504 states that no otherwise qualified individual with adisability can be excluded from or denied benefits of any program receiving federal financial assistance.Services and accommodations to provide access include but are not limited to ramps, elevators,interpreting services for the hearing impaired and special accommodations in the classroom in order toallow a disabled student to benefit from his or her education. If you should have Section 504 questions,the contact listed below will respond or direct you to the appropriate person.Compliance Officer of Section 504Harrisonburg City Public SchoolsKrista HoganDirector of Exceptional Student Services101 N. Main St., 4 th FloorHarrisonburg, VA 22802(540) 434-2752khogan@harrisonburg.k12.va.usGradingThe superintendent, with the concurrence of the school board, shall be responsible for developing uniformadministrative grading procedures for reporting student progress. The primary responsibility for thedecision regarding promotion, retention, or grading of students is vested in the teacher. The finalauthority for promotion, retention, or grading, however, rests with the principal.Many of the components in the evaluation of student work cannot be given a numerical equivalent.Where a numerical equivalent is appropriate, the standard is:Middle and High School: A 93 – 100 Elementary: A 93 - 100B 86 - 92 B 85 - 92C 78 - 85 C 77 - 84D 70 - 77 D 70 - 76F 0 - 69 F below 70To determine grade point average (GPA) for high school courses, the scale shall be:Regular: A = 4 Honors Classes: A = 4.5B = 3 B = 3.5C = 2 C = 2.5D = 1 D = 1.5F = 0 F = 0.046

Advanced Placement (weighted): A = 5B = 4C = 3D = 2F = 0 (School Board Policy 712)College Courses must have administrative approval.HomeworkHomework is a learning activity which increases in complexity and amount commensurate with the ageand/or grade level of the students.Homework is an integral part of the learning experience, and its completion is the responsibility of eachstudent.With regard to the amount and frequency of homework, the following should be expected:Elementary School - Assignment of homework is planned in terms of student needs. A recommendedschedule for elementary homework is:Kindergarten and Grade 1 - When assignments are made, they will beinformal in nature.Grades 2 and 3 - It is suggested that, on the average, assignments rangefrom two to four hours per week.Grade 4 - It is suggested that, on the average, assignments rangefrom three to five hours per week.Middle School - Both short-term and long-term homework is regularly assigned. Coordination andcooperation among the teachers on a team is encouraged.Grades 5-8 - It is suggested that, on the average, assignments range fromfive to eight hours per week.High School - Both short-term and long-term homework is regularly assigned. Coordination andcooperation among the departments and teachers is encouraged.Grades 9-12 - It is suggested that, on the average, homework assignmentsrange from one to two-and-a-half hours daily. Preparation for tests,examinations, research papers, and required reading may add time to this range.Fundamental expectations at all levels include 15-20 minutes free reading daily. Younger students may beread to (School Board Regulations 735R).Video SurveillanceAs a part of our school safety efforts, video surveillance equipment may be used in different locations inthe schools, on school property and on school buses. While we believe that the use of this equipment is avaluable tool in helping create safe schools and buses, parents and students should note that the videosurveillance may not be constant and it is not continuously monitored in real time. Recording occursrandomly. Parents and students should not assume that the cameras provide a greater level of securitythan actually exists.The Harrisonburg City School Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age,religion, disability, national origin, or status as a parent. This attitude will prevail in all of its policiesconcerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whomthe Board does business.47

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Harrisonburg City Public SchoolsAcceptable Use Agreement (752-R)AAll use of the Harrisonburg City Public School’s computer system shall be consistent with the HarrisonburgCity School Board’s goal of promoting educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation andcommunication.District Internet and E-mail GuidelinesAccess to E-mail and the internet will enable students to explore thousands of libraries, databases, and websiteswhile exchanging messages with internet users throughout the world. Families should be aware that somematerial accessible via the internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate or potentiallyoffensive to some people. While the intent is to make Internet access available solely to further educationalgoals and objectives, students may find ways to access other materials as well. We believe that the benefits tostudents from access to the internet, in the form of information resources and opportunity for collaboration,exceed any disadvantages. But ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting andconveying the standards that their children should follow when using media and information services.The School Division computer system is provided for students for the purposes of education, research andcommunication. Access to the division computer system is given to students who agree to act in a considerateand responsible manner. Access is a privilege—not a right—and entails responsibility.Individual users of the School Division’s computer system are responsible for their behavior andcommunications over the network. Administrators, teachers and staff will provide guidelines for acceptable useof the division computer system and will monitor and guide student use. The School Division has no duty toregulate or review off-campus internet/electronic messages, statements, postings, or acts; however, if those actsthreaten violence against another student or school personnel or otherwise disrupt the learning environment orthe orderly conduct of the school, the school can take action, from conferencing with parents and students todisciplinary action.Network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Network administrators may review files andcommunications to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are using the system responsibly. Usersshould not expect that files stored on district servers will be private.Internet SafetyWithin reason, freedom of speech and access to information will be honored; however, this must be balancedwith the need to provide a safe and healthy environment for students. In accordance with the Children’s InternetProtection Act (CIPA), the school division makes every reasonable effort to filter access to internet content thatis obscene, depicts pornography, is harmful to minors, or is deemed inappropriate. During school, teachers ofyounger students will guide them toward appropriate materials. Internet use is monitored by teachers at allgrade levels. In accordance with VA Code §22.1-70.2, Harrisonburg City Public Schools provides internetsafety training to teachers and students in grades K-12. Teachers provide guidance and information aboutinternet safety as part of classroom instruction when it involves the use of the internet. Students at the middleschool participate in a unit on internet safety.CyberbullyingCyberbullying, the use of technology to support deliberate, hostile behavior intended to frighten or harm others,is a criminal act under the VA Code § 18.2-152.7:1. Any student who uses a school-provided device or who usesa personal device on school grounds with the intent to intimidate, harass, or coerce another person; to useobscene, profane, lewd, or lascivious language to communicate such harassment; or to threaten an illegal orimmoral act shall be subject to school disciplinary action. In any instance in which cyberbullying creates aclimate of fear and/or causes a substantial disruption of the work of the school or infringes on the rights of otherstudents, the person committing the act shall be subject to school disciplinary action.Student EmailHarrisonburg City Public School’s electronic mail system is owned and controlled by the School Division. TheSchool Division may provide electronic mail to aid students as an educational tool. Electronic mail is notprivate. Students’ electronic mail may be restricted and/or monitored. Unauthorized access to an electronic mailaccount by any student is prohibited. Users shall be held personally liable for the content of any electronicmessage they create. Downloading any file attached to an electronic message is prohibited unless the user is

Acertain of that message’s authenticity and the nature of the file. High school students will be issued an emailaccount which will allow them to only send email to and receive email from themselves and faculty members atHarrisonburg High School. With teacher sponsorship and signed parent permission, students may apply forexpanded access. The second level of access will allow students to send and receive email from other students atHarrisonburg High School, while the most advanced access would allow students to send and receive emailfrom any domain. Limited email access may be provided to other students for special projects through the use ofmoderated email system.Responsibilities1. Students are responsible for utilizing School Division technology for facilitating learning and enhancingeducational information based on school division curriculum and instructional goals.2. Students are responsible for maintaining the privacy of passwords and are prohibited from publishing orsharing passwords with other system users. Students shall not attempt to gain unauthorized access toany computer system or go beyond personal authorized access. This includes logging into the systemthrough another person’s account or attempting to bypass the internet content filter.3. Students are responsible for maintaining appropriate use of electronic mail. School officials reserve theright to monitor any or all activity on the division’s computer systems and to inspect individuals’ files.Students should not expect that their communications and files on division owned computers/servers areprivate.4. Students must not access, display, or transmit pornography, obscenities, or other materials deemedinappropriate for educational purposes. In accordance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act(CIPA), the School Division makes every reasonable effort to filter access to internet content that isobscene, depicts pornography, is harmful to minors, or is deemed inappropriate for minors. The SchoolDivision does not guarantee that school officials will monitor or control all user access to non-filtered,inappropriate internet content or that students will not have access to such materials while using thedivision’s technological resources.5. Students are responsible for properly using and caring for district technology including hardware andsoftware. Any use which damages, compromises, or jeopardizes technology resources is prohibited.Students shall not download files without system administration permission.6. Users must adhere to copyright and trademark laws and applicable licensing agreements in the use ofhardware and software and the transmitting or copying of text or files from the internet or from othernetwork resources.Students may be disciplined for any improper or prohibited activity, including but not limited to: using a computer ID/password other than his/her own using a computer to engage in any illegal act using a computer to engage in “cyberbullying” modifying or defacing hardware or software improperly exiting established menus or applications attempting to bypass the division internet content filter using School Division technology without authorization downloading files or installing software gaining unauthorized access to any computer system or otherwise access data not intended for theuser including, but not limited to, other users’ files and administrative data engaging in inappropriate language or activities on division networks accessing the division network with personal computers or other electronic devices that obtain an IPaddressViolation of any of the above rules may result in a loss of network/internet access. Additional disciplinaryaction may be determined at the building level in keeping with existing procedures and practices regardinginappropriate conduct. When and where applicable, law enforcement agencies may be involved.The Harrisonburg City School Board makes no warranties of any kind, neither expressed nor implied, for theinternet access it is providing. The Division will not be responsible for any damages users suffer, including, butnot limited to, loss of data resulting from delays or interruptions in service; the accuracy, nature, or quality ofinformation stored on Division devices, hard drives, or servers; the accuracy, nature or quality of informationgathered through Division-provided internet access; personal property used to access Division computers ornetworks or for Division-provided internet access; nor for unauthorized financial obligations resulting fromDivision provided access to the internet. Parents may choose to have their student(s) not utilize technologyservices by completing and returning the non-participation form.

Harrisonburg City Public SchoolsNotice of Technology Usage by StudentsBThe Harrisonburg City Public Schools consider the use of technology resources and the internetto be instrumental in the education of students. Access to electronic resources enables studentsto efficiently use hardware and application software and conduct research via the internet. As aresult, as part of your student’s educational program, he/she may be required to:1) Utilize school network services such as using software, creating and saving files, andprinting from network computers;2) Search for and retrieve information via the internet;3) Utilize school-established email accounts with acceptance and compliance of studentemail guidelines and acceptable use agreement;4) Create and publish documents and projects on the World Wide Web and in other publicforums;5) Post limited identifying information about student, including a picture/image, video, andaudio on school-owned computers, networks, and school websites. Photos, audio, andvideos will be used for educational purposes only and names or other personallyidentifiable information will not be associated with pictures, audio, or video.6) Post/allow use of photo, audio, or videos of student without personally identifiableinformation in class projects and distributed to class members, in school projects anddistributed to school members, on class or school web pages, in public presentations, inpresentations by teachers, student teachers, or practicum students for a class project at auniversity or in presentations at educational conferences.Harrisonburg City Schools takes all legally required precautions to eliminate objectionablematerial received via the internet. School staff will monitor students’ use of the internet toensure compliance with acceptable use, either through direct supervision, remote observation, ormonitoring of internet use history. It is impossible, however, to restrict access to allobjectionable materials, and the school division cannot be held responsible for material acquiredvia the internet or via network resources. Families should be warned that despite precautionstaken by the school division, some material accessible via the internet may contain items that areillegal, defamatory, inaccurate or potentially offensive to some people.Student network storage areas may be provided for students. Network administrators mayreview files and storage locations to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are using thesystem responsibly. Files may be deleted as part of regular maintenance, and students should notexpect that files stored on district servers are private or maintained in perpetuity.A parent’s request that a school staff member electronically communicate personally identifiableor other information to him or her may be interpreted by HCPS as permission to transmit suchinformation in that way. See Email Guidelines for Parents.Any parent, guardian or student (age 18 or over) NOT wishing to participate in the use oftechnology in school as stated in items 1 through 6 above, should sign and print in theappropriate place below and return to your child’s school within fifteen (15) administrativeworking days of receipt of this handbook. The non-participation statement will be effectivefor the academic school year only.

BNotice of Technology Usage by StudentsNon-Participation FormReturn ONLY if you do not wish your student to participate in any of thefollowing technology activities.______________________________I DO NOT wish to have my student utilize school network services such as usingsoftware, creating and saving files, and printing from network computers;I DO NOT wish to have my student search for and retrieve information via the internet;I DO NOT wish to have my student utilize school-established email accounts (highschool and middle school only) with acceptance and compliance of student emailguidelines and acceptable use agreement;I DO NOT wish to have my student create and publish documents and projects on theWorld Wide Web and in other public forums;I DO NOT wish to have limited identifying information about my student, includingpicture/image, video, and audio, posted on school-owned computers, networks, andschool websites. Photos, audio, and videos will be used for educational purposes onlyand names will not be associated with pictures, audio, and video.I DO NOT wish to have my student’s digital image included in public presentations(see explanation of usage in #6 on preceding page).___________________________________________________Parent’s Name (printed) and Signature____________________________________________________Student’s Name (printed)_____________________________________________DateReturn ONLY if you do not wish your student to participate in any of theabove technology activities.

CHarrisonburg City Public SchoolsEmail Guidelines for ParentsEmail may be a fast and convenient way for parents/guardians to send messages, but this maynot be the case for many of our teachers and administrators. Some teachers and administratorsread their email messages in the morning before school, some read them at the end of the day,and some read them during the school day. Many teachers and administrators prefer to use thephone to speak directly to parents or to communicate with written notes.For these reasons, please remember if you choose to send an email message to a member of ourprofessional staff, you may not get an immediate reply. In fact you may not receive an emailreply at all, since staff members will determine how best to contact you: by email, phone, writtennote, or to schedule a personal conference.When using email, please remember: Send only non-vital messages by email. For example, do not use email to inform ateacher, administrator, or clerical staff that your child is not to go home on the bus since afaculty members may not read their email before a student is dismissed. Instead use thetelephone to be sure your message is received and clearly understood. Your child’s academic progress, learning expectations, or behavioral issues are bestaddressed through a telephone conversation or by scheduling a personal conference withyour child's teacher. Email is not confidential. Confidential information should be conveyed by phone orpersonal contact only. Please identify yourself in the subject line of your email message and, if appropriate, thename of your child. For all medical or health concerns, please contact your child's school nurse by phone. Please keep all contacts professional. Jokes, amusing or special stories, chain letters, orcommercial solicitations are inappropriate and reduce valuable teaching time. Please send only messages pertaining to school issues. Do not ask teachers to relaymessages to your child. Mass email to the campus staff should be sent to the school principal for distribution tohis/her staff.Email is a quick way to send a message, but it is not necessarily the best way to get a quick replynor is it appropriate for all types of communication.

DDIRECTORY INFORMATIONDuring the school year the Harrisonburg City Public School division provides student directoryinformation to appropriate organizations and news media. Certain publications, such as athleticprograms, cast lists for dramatic presentations, and graduation lists may also include thisdirectory information.Directory information includes, but is not limited to, the following data:--Name of student--Address--Date and place of birth--Birth certificate serial number--Telephone listing--Dates of attendance--Participation in officially recognized activities--Height & weight, if a member of an athletic team--Awards and honors receivedAny parent, guardian or student (age 18 or over) NOT wishing the above information releasedwithout prior consent should sign in the appropriate space below and return to your child’sschool within fifteen (15) administrative working days of receipt of this handbook.I DO NOT WISH TO HAVE MY CHILD’S NAME INCLUDED ON ANYPUBLISHED LISTS OF STUDENTS NAMES OR HAVE ANY OTHERDIRECTORY INFORMATION RELEASED CONCERNING MY CHILD.Parent’s NameChild’s NameDate(Complete only if information is not to be published or released.)

EHarrisonburg City Public SchoolsParent Signature SheetAcknowledgment of Parental ResponsibilityEach parent of a student shall sign and return to the school in which the student is enrolled astatement acknowledging the receipt of the school board’s Standards of Student Conduct andthe notice requirement of this section, and the Compulsory School Attendance Law. Eachschool shall maintain records of such signed statements. (See Code of Virginia on insidefront cover page.)I acknowledge the receipt of the enclosed Rules of Conduct.*Student’s Name (Printed)Student’s SignatureParent’s/Guardian’s SignatureSchool NameDate*By signing the statement of receipt, parents shall not be deemed to waive, but to expresslyreserve, their rights protected by the constitutions or laws of the United States or theCommonwealth and that a parent shall have the right to express disagreement with aschool’s or school division’s policies or decisions.RETURN BY SEPTEMBER 15, 2010