Revised 11-12 Student Handbook.pdf - Millard North High School
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<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong><strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>20<strong>11</strong>-20<strong>12</strong><strong>Student</strong> & Parent Guide
MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOLSTUDENT AND PARENT GUIDE20<strong>11</strong>-20<strong>12</strong><strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>1010 South 144 th StreetOmaha, Nebraska 68154715-1365 (FAX: 715-1336)Homepage: http://mps.mnhs.schoolfusion.usADMINISTRATIONMr. Brian Begley………………………………………..PrincipalMrs. Susan Marlatt ...... …Assistant Principal/Grade 9Dr. Heather Phipps ....... .Assistant Principal/Grade 10Dr. Matt Blomenkamp..Assistant Principal/Grade <strong>11</strong>Mr. Kelley Hood………….Assistant Principal/Grade <strong>12</strong>Mr. Chad Zimmerman…Assistant Principal/ActivitiesDr. Keith Lutz, SuperintendentDon Stroh Administration Center5606 South 147 th StreetOmaha, NE 68137715-8200BOARD OF EDUCATIONMr. David Anderson….………………………………PresidentMr. Todd Clarke ………………………………….....MemberMr. Michael Kennedy……………………………… SecretaryMr. Michael Pate …………………………………… TreasurerMrs. Linda Poole ……………………………Vice-PresidentMr. Patrick Ricketts ………………………………..MemberMISSION STATEMENTThe mission of <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> is toguarantee that each student masters theacademic skills and develops character traitsand intercultural understanding throughchallenging, diverse, personalized opportunitiesthat prepare, engage, and motivate students topursue career pathways and contributenationally and internationally.CONTENTSIntroduction ................................................................. 2<strong>School</strong> History .............................................................. 3Class Bell Schedule ..................................................... 440 Developmental Assets……………………………………. 5Attendance ................................................................... 6Reporting Absences or Tardies ................................... 6Parent Request for Dismissal ..................................... 6Planned Absence..................................................... 7Truancy Policy .......................................................... 7Mustang Time .......................................................... 7Tardiness .................................................................. 7Make-Up Work ......................................................... 8Grading Guidelines ...................................................... 8Class Rank ................................................................... 8GPA ............................................................................... 8Graduation Requirements........................................... 9Diploma Paths ............................................................. 9Honor Cords ................................................................. 9Academic Letter ........................................................... 9Withdraw/Transfer ...................................................... 9Guidance Services ....................................................... 9Counseling Services .................................................. 10Information Center .................................................... <strong>12</strong>General Guidelines .................................................... <strong>12</strong><strong>Student</strong> Activities ....................................................... 14Eligibility ................................................................ 15Activity Tickets ........................................................... 16<strong>Student</strong> Rules/Guidelines ......................................... 16Campus Hours ........................................................... 16Use of Tobacco .......................................................... 17Use of Alcohol ............................................................ 17Alcohol/Drug Testing Technology ............................. 17Public Display of Affection......................................... 17Cell Phones & Other Electronic Devices ................... 17Open Campus ............................................................ 18Dress Code ................................................................. 18After <strong>School</strong>s (<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> Study Center) .............. 19<strong>Student</strong> Parking Guidelines & Security .................... 19Lunch Regulations ..................................................... 2<strong>12</strong>0<strong>11</strong>-20<strong>12</strong> Calendar ................................................ 22Notice of Non-Discrimination…………………….………..23Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Complaintand Grievance Procedures………………………………….23District Code of Conduct ........................................... 301
INTRODUCTIONDear <strong>Student</strong>s and Parents,Welcome to <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>! We are excited and proud to have you join our Mustangfamily for the 20<strong>11</strong>-20<strong>12</strong> school year.<strong>Student</strong>s and parents are responsible for reading this handbook carefully and being familiar with itscontents. It outlines the basic policies of the <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s as approved by the <strong>Millard</strong> Boardof Education, and the specific procedures of <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>.We expect all students to be positive, productive, and well behaved. We are counting on you to putforth a great effort, respect fellow students, cooperate with staff members, follow all school rules,and be a high quality student citizen of <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>. Together, we will work with youand your parents to make sure that you can learn, grow, and achieve great things.We encourage you to be actively involved in <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> school life. Usually, the more involvedstudents are in school, the more success they experience. We will do our best to make sure ourschool continues to be a warm, safe, friendly, and caring place where all students feel special.Have an awesome school year!Sincerely,Brian BegleyPrincipal2
CLASS BELL SCHEDULEMonday’s SchedulePeriod Time Instructional Time0 NONE NONE1 8:45 – 9:29 44 minutes2 9:36 – 10:23 47 minutes3 10:30 – <strong>11</strong>:14 44 minutes4 <strong>11</strong>:21 – <strong>12</strong>:05 44 minutes5* <strong>12</strong>:<strong>12</strong> – 1:33 81 minutes6 1:40 – 2:24 44 minutes7 2:31 – 3:15 44 minutes8 3:22 – 4:14 52 minutesTuesday – Thursday SchedulePeriod Time Instructional Time0 6:50 – 7:53 63 minutes1 8:00 – 8:52 52 minutes2 8:59 – 9:54 55 minutes3 10:01 – 10:53 52 minutes4 <strong>11</strong>:00 – <strong>11</strong>:52 52 minutes5* <strong>11</strong>:59 – 1:19 80 minutes6 1:26 – 2:17 51 minutes7 2:24 – 3:15 51 minutes8 3:22 – 4:14 52 minutesFriday SchedulePeriod Time Instructional Time0 6:50 – 7:53 63 minutes1 8:00 – 8:46 46 minutesMustang Time 8:53-9:18 25 minutes2 9:25 – 10:14 49 minutes3 10:21 – <strong>11</strong>:07 46 minutes4 <strong>11</strong>:14 – <strong>12</strong>:00 46 minutes5* <strong>12</strong>:07 – 1:29 82 minutes6 1:36 – 2:22 46 minutes7 2:29 – 3:15 46 minutes8 3:22 – 4:14 52 minutesPassing Periods are 7 minutes in lengthZero and Eighth hour classes will not be in session on the first day of school.2 nd hour is 3+ minutes longer for announcements*Denotes class period plus lunch4
40 Developmental Assets®Search Institute® has identified the following building blocks of healthy development—known asDevelopmental Assets. Throughout this handbook, you will find references to these assets. At <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong><strong>School</strong>, we work to build these assets in all of our students.5
ATTENDANCESupporting Asset #<strong>12</strong> <strong>School</strong> Boundaries -<strong>School</strong> provides clear rules and consequences.Regular attendance at school is the primary responsibility of the student and parent(s). There is nosubstitute for regular attendance and many classroom experiences cannot be made up. There areoccasions when it is necessary for the student to be absent from school all or part of the day. Theadministration may excuse the student from school for the following reasons:1. Personal illness (a physician’s verification is required for the absence to be medically excused).2. Medical or dental appointments not able to be scheduled before or after school (an appointmentverification is required for the absence to be medically excused).3. Death or serious illness in the immediate family or household.4. Religious observance of the student’s own faith, when approved by the administration.5. Educational, legal, psychological, personal or safety matters when approved by theadministration.6. Participation in a school-sponsored activity.7. Any other absence approved by the administration.According to Nebraska Statute 79-209, the District must file a report with the County Attorney'sOffice on ALL students absent more than 20 days per year, excused or unexcused. If your child hasmissed school due to extenuating circumstances, then the District's report will properly indicatesuch. Therefore, we encourage parents/guardians to communicate consistently with the school.Reporting Absences or TardiesIf a student is absent from school, a parent/guardian MUST call the attendance office at 715-<strong>12</strong>23between 7:00 and 9:30 a.m. to notify the school of the absence and state the reason for theabsence. Messages may be left on voice messaging before 7:00 a.m. to notify the school of theabsence.*Parents/guardians must call the attendance office within one (1) school day immediately followingthe absence.Parents/guardians are expected to call each day that the student is to be absent fromschool unless other arrangements have been made with the attendance office. This phonecall will be a sufficient notice for the student’s return to school.No notes or e-mail will be accepted by the attendance office to excuse an absence or tardy.Any time a student arrives late to school or leaves prior to regular dismissal time, he/sheMUST sign in or out in the attendance office.In cases where a student becomes ill during the school day, he/she MUST report to the school nursewho will make arrangements with a parent or guardian for the student to leave school. Any studentwho leaves school without signing out in the attendance office (or nurse’s office in the case ofillness) will be considered unexcused and will be referred to the assistant principal.Parent Request for DismissalWhen parents request that students leave the school campus during the school day, a phone callfrom the parents will be required and an admit pass to leave must be obtained in the office beforeleaving the building. Failure to comply with this procedure will result in the student being referred toan assistant principal.6
Planned AbsenceThe decision to miss school is the responsibility of the parent and student, in consultation withschool officials, and should be made in consideration of the student’s current status in school. Astudent contemplating a planned absence from school for more than one day should be incommunication with their teachers to develop a plan for completing missed work. Families shouldavoid planned absences during semester final exams. <strong>Student</strong>s will only be allowed to take finalexams on the designated dates in order to receive full credit.Truancy policyTruancy is defined as follows: <strong>Student</strong>s who fail to report to class/school and do not have an acceptable excuse. <strong>Student</strong>s who miss any part of class time without excuse. <strong>Student</strong>s who leave the building prior to the attendance office receiving parental permissionor who do not check out with the office or nurse (if ill). Teachers may enforce late policies on work due or tests taken during the truancy per thecourse syllabus.Penalties for truancy are as follows: Disciplinary action for truancy from class includes, but is not limited to the following:o After <strong>School</strong>so Parent or Guardian contact.o Suspension from school for repeated offenses.o Removal from the course with a failing grade.o Expulsion from school.“Mustang Time”An important and supportive relationship with students is made more possible through ouradvisement program called, Mustang Time. The mission of Mustang Time is to create a personalizedlearning environment by providing an adult advocate who will foster communication among students,staff, parents, and the community; provide academic guidance; prepare student for transitionsthrough the utilization of life skills and encourage engagement in school. Mustang Time meetsbetween 1 st and 2 nd hour on Friday for students in grades 9-<strong>11</strong>. Seniors will meet for Mustang Timesessions and activities separately when scheduled. Mustang Time is a regularly scheduled class andstudents must attend. <strong>Student</strong>s who skip Mustang Time will receive truancy consequences.TardinessTardy to First Period Only through a medical or dental appointment is a student’s lateness to school an excused tardyto his or her first period class. Medical or dental appointments must have verification by thedoctor’s office for the tardy to be excused. After 20 minutes have passed, students will be considered absent and parents must call the<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> attendance office to excuse. <strong>Student</strong>s are expected to proceed to class when the first bell rings at 7:54 (8:39 a.m. onMondays) and be in the class when the bell rings. <strong>Student</strong>s who are tardy to their first scheduled class must report to the security desk beforegoing to class. No one will be allowed to attend classes without a pass from the security desk. Punctuality to school is extremely important. Tardies to school are recorded and become part ofthe permanent record that employers and colleges often request. As a general rule, tardiness can be avoided through proper planning. It is strongly recommendedthat students plan to arrive at school by at least 7:45 a.m. each day (8:30 a.m. on Mondays). Emergencies will periodically occur causing a student to be late to school. Consequently, astudent may be tardy to school five times per semester without disciplinary consequences.Further tardiness, however, will result in the following disciplinary action:7
o 6 th Tardy – After <strong>School</strong>o 9 th Tardy – Two After <strong>School</strong>so <strong>12</strong> th Tardy – One Day Suspensiono Beyond <strong>12</strong> tardies, additional consequences may be assigned on a case-by-case basis.<strong>Student</strong>s should know the expected weather forecast for the upcoming day and plan accordinglywith their parents/guardians. Inclement weather is not an excuse for being late to school.Tardy to Periods Two through Seven Upon receiving three (3) tardies in one semester to a class (periods two – seven), theclassroom teacher will assign a consequence and contact the parent/guardian. After six (6) tardies, the teacher will send a referral to the office and an After <strong>School</strong> will beassigned. After nine (9) tardies, the teacher will send a referral to the office and students will beassigned two After <strong>School</strong>s. At twelve (<strong>12</strong>) tardies, the teacher will send a referral to the office and additionalconsequences may be assigned on a case-by-case basis.Makeup work for excused absences/extended illnessesThe student will be allowed one day for each day of excused absence (up to seven days) to completemakeup work. Some instructional activities will require the student’s presence and may not be ableto be made up. It will be the responsibility of the student to contact the teacher(s) involved todetermine makeup assignments and establish mutually agreeable times for daily and test makeup.Assignments and materials will be sent home on request if the student is to be absent three or moredays. Contact the Counseling Office to arrange for assignments to be sent home.GRADING GUIDELINESSupporting Assets #21-25- Asset Category: Commitment to LearningThe <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s Grading Guidelines for third through twelfth grade shall be used to reportachievement, academic progress, and compute Grade Point Averages (GPA) and Class Rankingswhere applicable. Weighted grade points shall be given to those grades received in AdvancedPlacement (AP) classes or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) classes whereapplicable.Class RankClass rank shall be determined by Total Class Rank Points. The Grade Point Average multiplied bythe total Grade Points shall equal Total Class Rank Points for each student. The listing of the TotalClass Rank Points from highest to lowest shall determine the class rank of each student.Grade Point AverageA student’s Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be calculated by dividing the total grade points achieved(standard and weighted) by the total course credits earned. Weighted grade points will apply toAdvanced Placement courses and to those courses for International Baccalaureate wherein studentsare required to meet IBDP requirements for standard level or high-level assessment. Pre-IB and IBMYP courses do not qualify for weighted grade points.Number Grade Letter Grade % Grade Range Standard Grade Pts. Weighted Grade Pts.(AP) (IBDP)1 A 100-93 20 grade pts. 25 grade pts.2 B 92-85 15 grade pts. 20 grade pts.3 C 84-77 10 grade pts. 15 grade pts.4 D 76-69 5 grade pts. 0 grade pts.5 F 68- 0 0 grade pts. 0 grade pts.P P Pass 0 grade pts. 0 grade pts.F F Fail 0 grade pts. 0 grade pts.8
Graduation Requirements All students must earn 225 (seniors)/ 230 (all other students) credits to graduate. <strong>Student</strong>s must successfully master Essential Learner Outcomes (ELO) in reading, writing,math, science, and social studies. <strong>Student</strong>s must have a completed Personalized Learner Plan (PLP). <strong>Student</strong>s not completing all graduation requirements will not be allowed to participate incommencement ceremonies.Diploma PathsA world-class school district facilitates student goal-setting. <strong>High</strong> school students in the <strong>Millard</strong> Public<strong>School</strong>s will choose a diploma path to pursue during their high school years. In addition to theRegular Diploma, there are two categories of diplomas that students may choose.One diploma path, the Liberal Arts path, specifically addresses the needs of students who plan toearn a baccalaureate degree after graduation. The second diploma path, the Specialty path, focuseson the needs of students who plan to specialize in a particular career field. In the Specialty areasstudents must complete an approved sequence of study in a career field. Both paths includeincentive categories by which students can achieve a more rigorous diploma by taking more classesand achieving a higher GPA. These incentive categories are labeled "Commended" and"Distinguished." More information on these diploma paths can be found in the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong>Curriculum Guide.Honor CordsIn order to recognize achievement at Honors Night and Commencement, green and silver honorcords are awarded to seniors with a 4.0 or above GPA (excluding the 2 nd semester of the graduatingyear). Those students graduating with a 3.50-3.99 GPA (excluding the 2 nd semester of the graduatingyear) will be awarded with a green honor cord.Academic LetterAcademic letters are awarded every year to those students who receive a GPA of 3.50 or above 1 stand 2 nd semester of the same school year. <strong>Student</strong>s will be recognized in the fall for the prior year’srecipients for grades 9-<strong>11</strong>. Seniors will be honored in the spring of their senior year at Honor’s Night.Withdrawal and TransferThe procedure for withdrawal or transfer is as follows:1. <strong>Student</strong> must obtain the withdrawal/transfer form from his/her counselor.2. Have the withdrawal forms signed by teachers, return all schoolbooks and property, andmake sure all fees are paid. Take the completed form to the appropriate assistant principalfor final clearance.GUIDANCE SERVICESSupporting Assets #32 Planning and Decision Making- Young person knows how to plan ahead andmake choices.Schedule ChangesThe class schedule students receive at the beginning of the school years is based upon theregistration process completed in the spring. Parents, students and the school must consider thespring registration process as being one of a near contractual agreement. As has been the practicein the past, we do not have the space or ability to make changes in a student’s schedule for theupcoming year.Therefore, class schedules are not subject to change in terms of courses selected or class periodsscheduled. Work schedules, jobs, open campus privileges, or before and after school responsibilitiesmust be worked around the class schedule provided at the beginning of the school year. Changing9
schedules for things such as transportation, work schedules, or to move a class to another period orto a different teacher cause class load unbalances for both other students and teaching staff.1. A student will only be considered for a schedule change if one of the following conditions exists:health problems, computer error, misplacement, failing prerequisites, or incomplete graduationrequirements. <strong>Student</strong>s must complete a Schedule Change Request form located in theGuidance Office.2. A student will take the completed Schedule Change Request form to each of the student’steachers for signatures for the purpose of notification. A Schedule Change Request form will becompleted only after a parent contact and availability has been verified and entered in InfiniteCampus by the counselor.3. After the conclusion of the first week of the semester, a student will not be allowed to add anyclasses to his or her schedule.4. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors must maintain a minimum course load of 25 credits persemester.5. The last day students can drop a class with parental permission will be one week after the firstand third quarter progress reports have been completed. Should a student and his/her parentsdecide to drop a class after the date stipulated, the student will receive a withdrawal/fail “WF” asa grade for the class dropped.6. Schedules will not be juggled or switched so that a student may leave early. Exceptions to thiswill be for those students involved in a work-study program through the school.7. The last day a student can change an Honors class to a regular class, with parental permission,will be one week after progress reports for the 1 st quarter and at the semester. This change willnot be allowed once the 2 nd semester begins.Curriculum Options Available to ParentsIn a diverse society, there may be occasional situations when parents are uncomfortable with theuse of a particular book or unit in their child’s school. If a parent should find himself or herself inthis position, they should be aware that the <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s have a long-standing policy that,at the request of parents, students may be excused from using such materials. When such arequest is made, the teacher will provide alternative materials for the student. Parents shouldcontact their child’s teacher if they have questions about this policy.COUNSELING SERVICESSupporting Assets #3 Other Adult Relationships and # 5 Caring <strong>School</strong> Climate- Young personreceives support from three or more nonparent adults, and <strong>School</strong> provides a caring, encouragingenvironment.COUNSELORLaurie StackhousePaul GabelCarmen HippenLoel SchettlerVicki GriffinJodi TherkelsonAndy HahnPeggy BreardALPHABETICAL ASSIGNMENTA – BrBu - FenFeo - HudHue - MacMad - PetersonPeth - StacStad - ZCommunity Counselor/SCIPSecretary’s Phone for Counselors 715-1379Some of the most valuable resources our school has to offer are the services provided by thecounseling staff. <strong>Student</strong>s attending <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> are assigned a counselor based on the first letter10
of the students’ last name. The assigned counselor will then work with students and his/her familyfor all of the student’s high school years. They can assist students in coping with self-understandingand in making important decisions regarding educational, vocational, and personal growth.Specifically the counselor can be of help with:Aptitude and interest testing and interpretationExplaining graduation requirementsCourse selectionExplaining summer school opportunitiesCollege selection and applicationCareer planningCoping with personal problemsSCIP - (<strong>School</strong> Community Intervention Program)<strong>Student</strong>s who exhibit drug and alcohol problems can be referred to the SCIP Counselor by a teacher,parent, or other students. The SCIP Team will assess the referral and information given with the goalto successfully intervene, helping both student and parent to deal with the drug/alcohol problem.Contact the community counselor in the Counseling Office.Naviance ProgramWe encourage students to use Family Connection from Naviance, a Web-based service designedespecially for students and parents. Family Connection is a comprehensive website that you can useto help in making decisions about courses, colleges, and careers. Family Connection is linked withCounselor’s Office, a service that we use in our Counseling office to track and analyze data aboutcollege and career plans, so it provides up-to-date information that’s specific to our school.Family Connection will allow you to:• Complete your PLP – The Personal Learner Plan (PLP) is a graduation requirement and canbe found on Naviance. <strong>Student</strong>s must complete various items in order to be eligible forgraduation. These items will be completed during Mustang Time and other courses studentsenroll in.• Get involved in the planning and advising process – Build a resume, complete on-linesurveys, and manage timelines and deadlines for making decisions about colleges andcareers• Research colleges – Compare GPA, standardized test scores, and other statistics to actualhistorical data from our school for students who have applied and been admitted in the past• Sign up for college visits – Find out which colleges are visiting our school and sign up toattend those sessionsFamily Connection also lets us share information with you about up-coming meetings and events,local scholarship opportunities, and other Web resources for college and career information. You canalso use the site to send us an e-mail message.We will provide you with a personal access code and instructions for accessing Family Connection. Ifyou are already registered you will use the same account during your entire high school career.We hope that you will find this resource helpful. If you have further questions about FamilyConnection, please contact you Counselor.<strong>11</strong>
INFORMATION CENTERSupporting Assets #21-25- Asset Category: Commitment to LearningThe Information Center is open to students and staff from7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Thursday7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. FridayThe <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Information Center assists student by providing materials and servicesfor class assignments and individual learning projects, and by providing a wide variety of materialsfor leisure reading. All students, excluding seniors, must have passes to be in the library during theregular school day.AV material and video editing are available for school related projects only. <strong>Student</strong>s need a notefrom a classroom teacher to check out supplies or use AV equipment.The library is to be maintained in a quiet, business-like atmosphere. <strong>Student</strong>s are not to take food orbeverages into the library.Each student will be given a <strong>Student</strong> ID/Library card which he or she must present in order to checkout library materials. <strong>Student</strong>s who lose their ID cards must immediately report the loss to theAdministration Office. There is a $5.00 charge to have a new <strong>Student</strong> ID/Library card made.Books may be checked out for three weeks. Magazines and pamphlets may be checked out for oneweek. Fines will not be assessed for overdue materials; however, students who have overduematerials will not be allowed to check out any additional materials. If a student loses a book, he orshe must pay the full cost of replacing that book. A fee will be assessed for each magazine orpamphlet not returned.Research computers are available in the media center for student research. Games, chat rooms,and e-mails of any kind are prohibited on these computers and could result in disciplinary action.”GENERAL GUIDELINESSupporting Asset #<strong>12</strong> <strong>School</strong> Boundaries -<strong>School</strong> provides clear rules and consequences.Messages for <strong>Student</strong>sBecause of the large number of students enrolled, only emergency messages will be delivered tostudents.Floral, Gift, Food, and Balloon DeliveriesParents and students are asked not to send flowers, food, and/or balloon-o-grams to school. Theschool will not accept delivery of these items and will instruct the vendor to deliver them to thestudent’s home. No balloons of any kind will be permitted in school.Field Trips and Guest Speakers<strong>Student</strong>s are responsible for any material/information they miss due to attendance at a field trip orguest speaker. <strong>Student</strong>s need to check with teachers whose class(es) they will miss. A teacher maydeny a student permission to attend by notifying the student and sponsoring teacher. In the eventthat a teacher(s) does not give a student permission to attend a field trip or guest speaker, thestudent will be expected to attend all of his/her class(es) as regularly scheduled. In the event that astudent does not receive permission from each teacher prior to leaving for the field trip or guestspeaker, the student will be considered unexcused and will be required to make up the time thathe/she missed.<strong>12</strong>
Snow Day ProceduresWhen snow accumulates and the Nebraska wind begins to blow, the <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s sharewith parents a concern for the safety of children. Here are a few guidelines that should help us inworking together to assure the safety of students, no matter how bad the weather.If bad weather forces the closing of school, an announcement will be made on local radiostations by 6:00 a.m.A message will be sent out to all <strong>Millard</strong> households via a recorded telephone message. Thismessage will be sent out as soon as a decision is made to cancel school.If schools are open during inclement weather, parents should decide whether or not theirchildren should attend school.When extreme weather conditions develop during school hours, it is generally our policy not todismiss students. Because of a number of working parents in our community, many children donot have adult supervision at home during the day. Children are most often safer inside theschool building than on the street.Parents may pick up their children during the school day, if they feel it is necessary to do so.Cancellations for surrounding area schools do not in any way apply to the <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s.<strong>School</strong> personnel will remain in the building as long as children are present.Approved <strong>Student</strong> Fund Raising<strong>Student</strong>s are not permitted to promote and/or sell merchandise for personal profit at school. Allschool fund-raisers must be pre-approved by the Activities office.AdvertisingAccording to <strong>Millard</strong> Board of Education Policies the facilities, staff, and students shall not beinvolved during school hours in advertising or promoting the interest or cause of any individual,private or commercial agency, and/or nonprofit agency or institution, except in situations approvedby the administration.Lockers<strong>Student</strong>s in grades 9-<strong>11</strong> will be assigned individual lockers. Seniors may request a locker if they feelthey need one. <strong>Student</strong>s should only use their assigned lockers and keep them locked at all times.<strong>Student</strong>s are not to change lockers without permission from the administration.All personal items and books, when not in use, are to be kept in lockers or bookbags. <strong>Student</strong>sshould not tamper with another locker or give their combination to another person. The schoolassumes no responsibility for books or other articles lost or stolen. All wraps, gym shoes,notebooks, etc., should be carefully marked so that they can be identified in case they are lost.Lockers are the property of <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> and may be opened or searched by certifiedstaff members without notice and without student consent. Dogs may be used to detect illegal drugsand contraband in school lockers at any time, announced or unannounced, and illegal drugs andcontraband can be seized. <strong>Student</strong>s should report all locker problems or difficulties to the 9-<strong>12</strong>office. All students will be reassigned to a new locker with a new combination each year they are at<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong>. <strong>Student</strong>s are responsible for cleaning out their locker at the end of each year or theiritems will be donated to charity.Book Fines<strong>Student</strong>s are responsible for the care of textbooks checked out to them by a teacher. <strong>Student</strong>s willsign a book card when the book is issued to them. <strong>Student</strong>s should note the condition of the bookon the book card. Lost or damaged books will be assessed a fine according to the age and price of anew book. Fines not paid will result in report cards being held and students will not be allowed toparticipate in Fall Registration13
Food and Beverage Items<strong>Student</strong>s must adhere to individual teacher’s policies for beverages, food, and candy in classrooms.Teachers have discretion in what is allowed in their classroom. Failure to comply with teacherpolicies may result in teacher/administrative assigned consequences. <strong>Student</strong>s are not allowed tobring in outside drinks or drink containers during the school day.<strong>Student</strong> VisitationsBecause of the increasing size of our enrollment, students are directed not to bring visitors to school.Any exceptions to the rule must be approved by the administration at least one day in advance. Ifapproval is given, a Visitor’s Pass must be obtained from the 9-<strong>12</strong> office in advance of the visitingstudent’s arrival. <strong>Student</strong>s from the metropolitan area will not be allowed to visit <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong><strong>School</strong> during the school year due to the large number of students who are not in school at varioustimes throughout the year.Lost and Found<strong>Student</strong>s who find lost articles/books are requested to take them to the office. <strong>Student</strong>s who lostarticles/books should check with the office in order to claim any lost items. Periodically, anyunclaimed items will be donated.Fire Drills/Tornado DrillsFire drills/tornado drills at regular intervals are required by law and are an important safetyprecaution. It is essential that when the first signal is given, everyone obeys orders promptly andclears the building or takes cover by the prescribed route as quickly as possible. The teacher in eachclassroom will give the instructions and post directions for evacuation of the building.Any student who pulls an alarm as a prank or is responsible for setting a fire on school property oraids in either of these instances will be turned over to the proper authorities and may berecommended for long term suspension/expulsion. (Fireworks and other exploding devices will beconsidered as attempting to set a fire.)STUDENT ACTIVITIESSupporting Assets #17-20- Asset Category: Constructive Use of Time<strong>Student</strong>s are encouraged to participate and get involved in our athletic program and to become partof a winning tradition. It is our desire to continue the tradition to dedication, effort and pride that hasbeen displayed in our athletes in athletic competition. We believe our Mustang coaching staff willprovide the leadership to continue a winning effort.The <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> athletic program has become highly competitive. Due to size of ourschool and limited opportunities we are not able to place every child on a team who wishes toparticipate. While this is not our desire, it is reality. The hardest thing our coaches have to do is totell young people they will not be on a team. Please be sure when your child tries out for a team,both you and they understand there is a very real possibility they may not be selected.A main goal of a competitive athletic program is to put the most talented members of the team incompetition to win the contest. Starting positions and playing time are not guaranteed to seniorsmaking a team; or anyone else for that matter. Each member of a team is very valuable to theteam’s overall progress. Some members may play a great deal of time in a contest while others maynot see what a parent would consider to be “significant” playing time. Each student should havepersonal improvement as one of his or her goals.By being a member of a team, regardless of time spent in actual competition, a person can learnmany valuable lessons. Among them are the following: citizenship, sportsmanship, appreciatinggood play by an opponent, working together to meet team goals, responsibility and commitment to14
team and school, loyalty, placing team above self, learning to accept instruction and criticism,respect for others, winning and losing with dignity, self-control, and being responsible for one’s ownactions.Every attempt will be made to offer the following interscholastic sports at <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong>:Fall Winter SpringFootball – 9 th , Res, JV, Varsity B/G Basketball - 9 th , Res, JV, Varsity B/G Track - 9 th , Non-Varsity, VarsityB/G - Cross Country – JV, Varsity Wrestling – 9 th , JV, Varsity Baseball – Res., JV, VarsityBoys Tennis – JV, Varsity B/G Swimming & Diving Girls Tennis – JV, VarsityGirls Golf -VarsityB/G Soccer – JV, VarsityVolleyball – 9 th , Res, JV, VarsityBoys Golf – VarsitySoftball – JV, Varsity<strong>Student</strong>s planning to participate in competitive athletics must complete the following forms and havethem signed by a parent/guardian (and by a physician where appropriate) and returned to theactivities office before he/she can practice or compete in any sport:1. A Physical Exam form (to be signed by a physician after May 1)2. Proof of Insurance3. A Parent/Guardian Statement of Consent form4. Pay $60.00 non-refundable Activity/Athletic Participation FeeALL OF THESE FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE ACTIVITIES OFFICE AND ON THE SCHOOL’S WEBSITE athttp://mps.mnhs.schoolfusion.usEligibility for ActivitiesTo be eligible, the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>School</strong>s require that the student be continuously enrolled in at least twenty(20) credit hours of instruction at the school the student represents in interscholastic competition.<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> school may determine its own current semester scholastic requirement foreligibility to compete in interschool activities. The requirements may be more stringent than theNebraska State Athletic Association but in no case shall the requirements be less restrictive.<strong>Student</strong>s must also have credit on the school records for twenty (20) credit hours of instruction forthe immediate preceding semester.<strong>Student</strong> Activities<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> would like to encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities.Listed below are clubs and activities:Amnesty International DECA Intramurals Senior Class Board (SCB)Do SomethingJapanese ClubShow ChoirMustangsCheerleading Dramatic Productions Junior Class Board (JCB) Spanish ClubChemistry Club Family, Career and Latin Club<strong>Student</strong> CouncilCommunity Leaders ofAmerica (FCCLA)Chess Club Forensics Literary Magazine Vocational IndustrialClubs of America (VICA)Color Guard 40 Assets National Honors Society Vocal MusicDance Team German Club Newspaper Volunteers in Action (VIA)Debate History Club Orchestra/Strings YearbookActivity TicketsThe <strong>Student</strong> athletic ticket is a means whereby the student may purchase one ticket at a greatlyreduced price to attend many functions of <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>. This includes all regularlyscheduled home athletic contests (not NSAA tournaments). The cost of the athletic ticket is $40.00.15
There is a Metro Conference rule that students must have their student ID to receive a studentpriced admission at AWAY games.National Honor SocietyMembership in National Honor Society at <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> is an honor. Four evaluativecategories are used to determine a student’s membership. The four areas are:1. Scholarship2. Leadership3. Character4. ServiceIn order to be eligible for membership in the National Honor Society, a student must meet therequirements of the four evaluative categories by fulfilling the following criteria:1. Academically, students must have a GPA of 3.50.2. As an indication of leadership and service, students must be active in activities within the schooland/or community.3. Eligible students must complete a student information form.4. Final selections will be made by a faculty council.<strong>Student</strong> Governments<strong>Student</strong> CouncilThe <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Student</strong> Council is an organization that is committed to providing engaging andpersonalized opportunities for all students. By connecting all student-citizens to our studentgovernment, the purpose of student council is to unify student activities and promotepositive engagement in our school through developmental assets #5, #7, #8, #18, #22, #24, #26,#28, #30, #32, #37, #38, #39.Junior Class BoardThe Junior Class Board is an organization that is open to all junior students. Its main purpose is toplan and sponsor the Junior-Senior Prom. Officers will be elected by participating members.Senior Class BoardThe Senior Class Board is an organization that is open to all senior students. Its main purpose is toplan and coordinate graduation activities and ceremonies. It also provides service to the school andcommunity by fundraising for various charitable causes. Officers will be elected by participatingmembers.STUDENT RULES/GUIDELINESSupporting Asset #<strong>12</strong> <strong>School</strong> Boundaries -<strong>School</strong> provides clear rules and consequences.Campus Hours<strong>Student</strong>s should not be on campus earlier than 6:30 a.m. and no later than 4:00 p.m. unless theyare in a supervised activity. If students need to stay past 3:30, they must be seated in the cafeteriaor outside by the flagpole. It is an administrative expectation that all students not involved in aschool activity follow all school rules and leave campus by 4:00 pm.Use of TobaccoState law prohibits the sale or use of tobacco by persons less than eighteen (18) years of age. Useof tobacco by students is prohibited on school grounds or at activities or functions sponsored by the16
<strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s. (Section 28-1425 of the Nebraska State Statutes) Violation of the TobaccoPolicy will result in the following penalties:1 st offense – After <strong>School</strong>2 nd offense–Short Term Suspension and possible citation by Omaha Police-SRO.<strong>Student</strong>s are not to carry cigarettes or tobacco in any form. <strong>Student</strong>s with cigarettes in hand orhanded to them by another student, or picked up off the floor or ground even though they are not lit,will be dealt with as violating school policy. This may result in suspension or After <strong>School</strong>.<strong>Student</strong>s who obstruct an administrative investigation by warning other students who are in violationof the tobacco policy may receive disciplinary consequences.Use of AlcoholAny student appearing on school grounds and/or at a <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>School</strong> function, activity, or event, whohas consumed alcoholic beverages in any amount, who is under the influence of alcohol, or who hasalcohol detected on his/her breath or clothing by any school official will be dealt with as a violation ofthis section of the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>Student</strong> and Parent Guide, <strong>Millard</strong> Board of EducationPolicy, and Nebraska State Statues. Furthermore, this policy will apply to any student who is underthe influence of alcohol at school, or has alcohol detected on his/her breath from the previous night.Use of Alco-Sensors/Breathalyzers & Drug detection Aerosol SpraysThe District uses alco-sensors/breathalyzers to detect alcohol or to detect those that have usedalcohol at (or prior to) a school or a school related event. Additionally, the District uses drugdetection aerosol sprays to detect illegal drugs or contraband on school property or at school relatedevents. The purpose of the District’s use of these tools is to eliminate alcohol, illegal drugs andcontraband on school property (or at school related events), and to maintain a safe schoolenvironment conducive to learning. The District may use these tools at any time there is reasonablesuspicion and need for such use. The alco-sensors and breathalyzers which come in many formsmay be used on students prior to them entering or exiting a school related event or function such asa dance or prom. The tools will only be used by trained administrative staff members. If positiveresults are obtained from the alco-sensors/breathalyzers or drug detection aerosol sprays, thestudent may be subject to discipline and the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be notified. SeeDistrict Policy 5490 for more details.Public Display of AffectionPublic display of affection has a tendency to create unfavorable impressions and attitudes towardthe school and the individuals involved and will not be permitted.Cellular Phones & Other Electronic DevicesCell phones and other electronic devices may be used during passing periods and lunch. Usage inclassrooms is up to the discretion of each individual teacher. <strong>Student</strong>s need to be aware of theirteacher’s expectations regarding these electronic devices. Failure to comply with appropriateelectronic device etiquette may result in disciplinary action. If a student is using a cell phone orelectronic device in violation of school or classroom rules, the student will have the item confiscatedand turned in to the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> security desk. Confiscated cell phones and other electronicdevices may be picked the following day by students at the security desk. On the day of confiscation,the student’s parent/guardian may retrieve the device at the end of the school day at the securitydesk unless the object seized is dangerous, contrary to law or school policy, or has been turned overto legal authorities. <strong>Student</strong>s need not ask for their cell phones or other electronic devices afterschool on the day of confiscation because they will not be returned. Electronic items will be returnedto the student or parent/guardian at the discretion of the administration. Failure to give the cell17
phone or other electronic device to a staff member upon request will be considered insubordinationresulting in disciplinary action. Repeated infractions of the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> cellular phone or otherelectronic device guidelines will result in escalated consequences.Closed Campus (Grades 9-<strong>11</strong>)Campuses for ninth, tenth, and eleventh grade students are closed and students will not bepermitted to leave school during the school day unless they have permission for an excused absencefor all or part of the school day from the school principal or principal’s designee as provided inDistrict Policy or Rule.Open Campus (Grade <strong>12</strong> only)Open Campus is a privilege for <strong>12</strong> th grade students. Open campus is reserved for those studentswho have mastered all of their ELO assessment requirements and who have at least 160 credits.Twelfth grade students with a non-scheduled period (including lunch periods) may leave the schoolcampus. Parents of seniors not wanting their student to have open campus privileges shouldcontact the 9-<strong>12</strong> office. During the non-scheduled period, seniors must be in the brick area of thebuilding area unless they have a pass from a staff member. Seniors must take a minimum of fourclasses (two block periods) each semesterThe administration reserves the right to refuse/revoke any open campus privileges at any time in thebest interest of the student or in the event that the student’s behavior indicates that he/she is notaccepting the responsibilities accompanying these privileges.Dress Code<strong>School</strong> is a place for serious work and study. Certain types of clothing and student dress are notappropriate for school. A student’s choice of attire and grooming should be left to the goodjudgment of the student and his/her parents or guardians, and should contribute to a positivelearning environment.The administration and faculty of <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> have the responsibility to help studentsdevelop habits that contribute to good taste in matters of dress and appearance. What isconsidered appropriate dress for school and all school related activities and events is at thediscretion of the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> administration. <strong>Student</strong>s are required to wear shirts andshoes.The following clothing or types of dress are prohibited as noted below:1. Clothing that either causes or has the potential to cause either a substantial disruption ormaterial interference with the educational process.2. Clothing that is not worn appropriately or considered indecent is prohibited.a. Upper body articles should cover the body from both shoulders to the waist. Someexamples of prohibited dress include: bare backs, midriff tops, tube-tops, halter-tops,and spaghetti straps. Shirt straps must be approximately one inch wide or wider.b. Lower body—Very short skirts and shorts are not permitted.3. Clothing that creates or has the potential to create a health or safety problem or risk.4. Clothing that contains vulgar or offensive words or language that is sexual, indecent, or lewd.5. Clothing and other personal items which promote, advocate, or advance the use of illegaldrugs, alcohol, or tobacco, including clothing which displays a logo or trademark of any brandof alcohol or tobacco cannot to be worn at school.6. <strong>Student</strong>s are prohibited from wearing hats, caps, and or other headgear of any type insidethe school buildings from the time a student arrives at school until the 3:15 p.m. bell18
dismissing school. All student hats, ball caps, and headgear worn to school must be kept ina student’s locker or book bag and is not be seen until the 3:15 bell dismissing school.7. Chains or other objects that could be used as a weapon are not to be worn to school orschool activities.8. Sagging pants and visible underwear are not appropriate for school. Pants should be worn ator above the hip level. Underwear is not to be visible or able to be seen by others.9. Any message on clothing that contains a double meaning or suggests vulgar or offensivewords or language, or is sexual in nature are not to be worn to school or a school relatedactivity.10. Clothing that is characteristic of a costume or is considered unusual and normally not wornduring the school day is prohibited unless approved beforehand by the administration.<strong>11</strong>, <strong>Student</strong>s are required to wear shirts and shoes. Slippers are not to be worn at school.<strong>12</strong>. All group or class T-shirts must be approved by the administration before worn to school orany school-related activities or events.13. NO Pajamas.Infractions of <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s dress codes and standards may result in directing thestudent to cover-up, sending a student home to change, suspension, or other student disciplinedepending on the degree of infraction. Dress code infractions and consequences are determined bythe administration.After <strong>School</strong>s (<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> Study Center)The Study Center affords students an opportunity to serve their administrative discipline obligationsfor committing offenses that normally result in suspension. After <strong>School</strong>s will be held in the MustangCenter every day, Monday through Friday, from 3:30pm - 5:30pm. <strong>Student</strong>s must bring something towork on or read otherwise they will be dismissed and rescheduled for another time. <strong>Student</strong>s whodo not follow the rules of the Study Center could receive further consequences.STUDENT PARKINGSupporting Asset #<strong>12</strong> <strong>School</strong> Boundaries -<strong>School</strong> provides clear rules and consequences.Parking and Driving on <strong>School</strong> Grounds1. Parking permits are available to juniors and seniors.2. Parking permits are limited to sophomores who have a driver’s license and 60 credits (Aschool permit is not proper documentation to park on <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong>’s campus).3. <strong>Student</strong>s who wish to park on the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> campus must meet the following grade levelparameters: Seniors must have at least 160 credits and a completed <strong>11</strong> th -grade PLP inorder to have access to a parking permit. Juniors must have at least <strong>12</strong>0 credits and a completed 10 th -grade PLP inorder to have access to a parking permit.Sophomores must have at least 60 credits and a completed 9 th -grade PLP inorder to have access to a parking permit.4. ONLY SENIORS may park in the EAST lot and the first row in front of the building. Thesestalls have been marked in white. Seniors are encouraged to leave campus when theycomplete their day so that parents may park in these areas at the end of the school day.19
5. <strong>Student</strong>s with a valid driver’s license must obtain a parking permit to park on campus ifspace is available. Registration for a parking permit does not guarantee a parking place. Itpermits students to look for parking on a first come first serve basis. <strong>Student</strong>s who elect todrive to school and park on campus will be REQUIRED to complete a “Motor VehicleRegistration Form”, present the county Vehicle Registration Certificate, and valid Driver’sLicense to the 9-<strong>12</strong> office.6. The charge for a parking permit is $35.00. <strong>Student</strong>s who graduate at mid-term will bereimbursed half the cost after their credits are completed and upon request.7. Parking permits are sold to individual students who register their cars.8. Parking permits are non-transferable and cannot be shared with other students/student’svehicles.9. Parking privileges are only for those students who have registered their vehicle. Otherstudents cannot drive the car of the permit holder.10. If a student drives another vehicle other than the registered vehicle, he/she must sign it inthe 9-<strong>12</strong> office.<strong>11</strong>. <strong>Student</strong>s are required to DISPLAY the permit inside the lower left corner of the rear windowof the vehicle which has been registered in the 9-<strong>12</strong> office. <strong>Student</strong>s will be REQUIRED toregister each vehicle which they plan on driving/parking on campus in the 9-<strong>12</strong> office.<strong>12</strong>. Areas for student parking have been designated with WHITE parking stalls. In addition, allstudents who have been granted the privilege to park on campus will be expected to abide bythe following rules.a. Each vehicle must be registered each year.b. Each vehicle must have a current parking permit displayed.c. Vehicles must be parked in assigned areas.d. Speeding and careless driving on or near school grounds is prohibited.e. <strong>Student</strong>s are not permitted to sit in vehicles during the school day.f. <strong>Student</strong>s are not permitted to take more than one parking space.g. <strong>Student</strong>s are not permitted on the West end of the building at any time. This area isrestricted to staff parking only.Violation of Rules will result in the following:a. First offenders will be referred to the 9-<strong>12</strong> office and instructed to move their vehicleimmediately or face disciplinary consequences.b. Second offenders will be referred to the 9-<strong>12</strong> office and receive a detention.c. Third offenders will have their car immobilized with a tire lock and lose parking privilegesfor one week.d. Fourth offenders will have their vehicle towed from the lot AT THE OWNERS EXPENSE andlose parking privileges for the remainder of the semester.13. PARKING AVAILABILITY ON CAMPUS IS LIMITED, THEREFORE, PARKING WILL BE ON A FIRSTCOME-FIRST SERVED BASIS. Any student who cannot find legal, available student parkingmust park his/her vehicle in a residential area and walk to school. <strong>Student</strong>s who arrive atschool after 1 st period or who leave during the day may not find parking available.14. <strong>Student</strong>s must be aware that the school is not responsible for any damage, theft, or loss.The parking fee does not insure that a vehicle will not be damaged or items stolen. Theschool is not responsible for any damage caused by a student who attempts to remove thetire lock or drive the vehicle with the tire lock on.15. <strong>Student</strong>s are not to loiter in the parking lot before or after school.16. Accidents on school grounds: Current state law prevents the police from making aninvestigation of an accident on private property. The only exceptions area. hit and run, andb. a personal injury.20
In the event of an accident on private property, the student should exchange the followinginformation with the other driver: name, address, phone number, name of insurancecompany, license number, make/model and year of car. The Security guard has formsavailable for this purpose.17. Drug detection dogs may be used to determine whether a vehicle contains illegal items orsubstances, and that illegal items or substances may be seized.18. <strong>Student</strong>s must adhere to a 10 mph speed limit on school grounds.CARPOOLING IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED IN VIEW OF LIMITED PARKING AVAILABILITY AND ENERGYCONSERVATION.Parking Lot SecurityThe school has an Outdoor Security Person to assist us in providing safe, orderly parking. Thesecurity person will be on duty from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Security will perform the following duties:a. Respond to individuals needing emergency assistance, etc.b. Continuously monitor the parking area and visitors entering the lotc. Assist in enforcing parking regulations and school rulesYou should report any information regarding thefts, vandalism, and parking problems to the securityperson or the 9-<strong>12</strong> office.LUNCH REGULATIONSSupporting Asset #<strong>12</strong> <strong>School</strong> Boundaries -<strong>School</strong> provides clear rules and consequences.Grades 9, 10, <strong>11</strong><strong>Student</strong>s will be expected to adhere to the following lunchtime regulations:1. <strong>Student</strong>s will not be dismissed to have lunch outside the building.2. <strong>Student</strong> may only be in the cafeteria and Mustang Center during lunch.3. <strong>Student</strong>s found in unauthorized areas at lunch may receive an After <strong>School</strong> or otherdisciplinary penalties. Areas where students are not to be during lunch are: Outsidethe building, classroom areas on both sides of the building, gymnasium, pool/musicarea, brick area, and outside of counselor’s office.4. <strong>Student</strong>s should sit on a chair or bench. Because of health issues, eating on thefloor is not permitted.5. Food may not be ordered in. <strong>Student</strong>s may bring a sack lunch or eat food providedby <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>.6. <strong>Student</strong>s may use their cell phone and other electronic devices during the lunchperiod.Grade <strong>12</strong><strong>Student</strong>s are expected to adhere to the following lunchtime regulations:1. Only senior students with Open Campus are permitted to leave the building during lunch.2. <strong>Student</strong>s are not to be outside the building or in the parking lot except when leaving orarriving to school.3. Food purchased in the cafeteria may not be taken out of the cafeteria/multipurpose area.4. Food may not be ordered in. <strong>Student</strong>s may bring a sack lunch or eat food provided by <strong>Millard</strong><strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>.It is an expectation that all students who have 3 rd lunch will stack their chairs in preparation for thenext hour’s study hall.21
AUGUST 20<strong>11</strong>M T W Th F1 2 3 4 58 9 10 <strong>11</strong> <strong>12</strong>15 16 17 18 1922 23 24 25 2629 30 31FEBRUARY 20<strong>12</strong>M T W Th F1 2 36 7 8 9 1013 14 15 16 1720 21 22 23 2427 28 29<strong>Millard</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> 20<strong>11</strong>-20<strong>12</strong> Comprehensive CalendarSEPTEMBER 20<strong>11</strong>M T W Th F1 25 6 7 8 9<strong>12</strong> 13 14 15 1619 20 21 22 2326 27 28 29 30MARCH 20<strong>12</strong>M T W Th F1 25 6 7 8 9<strong>12</strong> 13 14 15 1619 20 21 22 2326 27 28 29 30OCTOBER 20<strong>11</strong>M T W Th F3 4 5 6 710 <strong>11</strong> <strong>12</strong> 13 1417 18 19 20 2<strong>12</strong>4 25 26 27 2831APRIL 20<strong>12</strong>M T W Th F2 3 4 5 69 10 <strong>11</strong> <strong>12</strong> 1316 17 18 19 2023 24 25 26 2730NOVEMBER 20<strong>11</strong>M T W Th F1 2 3 47 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong>14 15 16 17 1821 22 23 24 2528 29 30MAY 20<strong>12</strong>M T W Th F1 2 3 47 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong>14 15 16 17 1821 22 23 24 2528 29 30 31DECEMBER 20<strong>11</strong>M T W Th F1 25 6 7 8 9<strong>12</strong> 13 14 15 1619 20 21 22 2326 27 28 29 30JUNE 20<strong>12</strong>M T W Th F14 5 6 7 8<strong>11</strong> <strong>12</strong> 13 14 1518 19 20 21 2225 26 27 28 29JANUARY 20<strong>12</strong>M T W Th F2 3 4 5 69 10 <strong>11</strong> <strong>12</strong> 1316 17 18 19 2023 24 25 26 2730 31JULY 20<strong>12</strong>M T W Th F2 3 4 5 69 10 <strong>11</strong> <strong>12</strong> 1316 17 18 19 2023 24 25 26 2730 31Aug. 1 First Day for New TeachersAug. 1 Fall Orientation10 th Grade 8-<strong>11</strong> am<strong>11</strong> th Grade 1-4 pmAug. 2 9 th Grade 8-<strong>11</strong> am<strong>12</strong> th Grade 1-4 pmAug. 3 Make-Up Day Grades 9-<strong>12</strong> 4-6 pmAug. 3 First Day for Veteran TeachersAug. 8 New <strong>Student</strong> ELO TestingAug. 10 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL-GRADE 9 ONLYAug. <strong>11</strong> FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL-ALL STUDENTSAug. <strong>12</strong> First day for 0 and 8 th hour classesAug. 18 MNHS Open House 6-8pmSep. 5 Labor Day – NO SCHOOLSep. 10 ACT at MNHSSep. 24 Homecoming Dance 8-<strong>11</strong>pmOct. <strong>11</strong> End of 1 st QuarterOct. <strong>11</strong>-<strong>12</strong> Parent-Teacher Conferences 4-8:00 pmOct. <strong>12</strong> NO SCHOOL – Teacher WorkdayOct. 13 NO SCHOOL – Staff Development 8-4pmOct. 14 NO SCHOOL – Teacher Compensation DayOct. 15 PSAT at MNHS 8am – <strong>12</strong>pmOct. 22 ACT at MNHSOct. 27 9 th Grade Terra Nova – 8:00-<strong>12</strong>:00 (PM classes)10 th Grade – Report at <strong>12</strong>:00<strong>11</strong> th Grade Science & Social Studies ELO – 8:00-<strong>12</strong>:00 (PM classes)<strong>12</strong> th Grade- Senior Meeting <strong>11</strong>:00-<strong>12</strong>:00 (PMclasses)Oct. 28 9 th Grade Terra Nova 8-<strong>12</strong>:00 pm (<strong>12</strong>:00dismissal)10 th Grade PLAN – 8:00-<strong>12</strong>:00 pm (<strong>12</strong>:00dismissal)<strong>11</strong> th Grade – Job Shadow/College Visit All Day<strong>12</strong> th Grade – Job Shadow/College Visit All DayNov. 18 Mustang ManiaNov. 24-25 NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving BreakDec. 10 ACT at MNHSDec. 20 Final Exams periods 1,3, 5, 7, 0Dec. 21 Final Exams periods 2,4,6, 8Dec. 22 –Jan. 4 NO SCHOOL-WINTER BREAKJan. 5 2 nd Semester BeginsJan. 9 Middle <strong>School</strong> Visits this Week-RegistrationJan. 16 NO SCHOOL-MLK Day –Staff DevelopmentJan. 23 IB Information/Application NightJan. 24 8 th Grade Orientation 5-7pm (Auditorium)Jan. 24-25 9 th Grade- Report at 9:4510 th Grade- AWA Testing 8:00-9:30am<strong>11</strong> th Grade- State Writing 8:00-9:30am<strong>12</strong> th Grade- Report at 9:45Jan. 26 8 th Grade Orientation 5-7pm (Auditorium)Feb. 7 Mustang Time Advise. Conferences 4-8 pmFeb. 8 Mustang Time Advise. Conferences 4-8 pmFeb. 9 NO SCHOOL-Staff DevelopmentFeb. 9 Traditional Conferences 1:00-4:00 pmFeb. 10 NO SCHOOL-Teacher Compensation DayFeb. <strong>11</strong> ACT at MNHSFeb. 20 President’s Day- NO SCHOOLFeb. 21 8 th Grade Registration Night 5-7 pm (C)Feb. 23 8 th Grade Registration Night 5-7 pm (C)Feb. 28 IB MYP/DP 2/4-year Plan Night 6:00pmMar. 1 IB MYP/DP 2/4-year Plan Night 6:00pmMar. 13-14 10 th Grade ELO Math - PulloutMar. 15 End of 3 rd QuarterMar. 16 NO SCHOOL-Teacher WorkdayMar. 27-28 <strong>11</strong> th Grade State Reading Assessment –PulloutApr. 2-6 NO SCHOOL-Spring BreakApr. 10-<strong>11</strong> <strong>11</strong> th Grade State Science Assessment –Pullout22Apr. 14Apr. 14Apr. 17-18May 10May <strong>11</strong>May 14-18May 25Prom @ Qwest 8-<strong>11</strong>pmACT at MNHS<strong>11</strong> th Grade State Math Assessment – PulloutSenior Honors Night 6-7 pm (Auditorium)Class Recognition Ceremony9 th Grade Reading ELO – In English ClassesCommencement Rehearsal @ Civic 10 amLast day for SeniorsCommencement @ Civic Auditorium 1 pmNO SCHOOL-Memorial DayMay 26May 28TBD Final Exams periods 1,3,5,7TBD Final Exams periods 0,2,4,6,8May 30 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (Full Day)May 31Jun. 9Teacher work dayACT at MNHSNo <strong>School</strong> for <strong>Student</strong>sLate Start or Early DismissalThis calendar includes four days of school thatmay be used in case of inclement weather. Iffewer (or more) days are used, the last day ofschool will be adjusted accordingly.<strong>Student</strong>s will only be allowed to take finalexams on the designated dates in order toreceive full credit.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATIONAnnual public notification of the Notice of Non Discrimination shall be made through placement in student andemployee handbooks, board policies, newsletters, bulletins, job applications, course offering handbooks, postings,websites, and in other communications required for Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504. The Notice of Non-Discrimination shall read as follows:The <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>School</strong> District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender,marital status, disability, or age, in admission or access to or treatment of employment, in its programs andactivities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:Superintendent of <strong>School</strong>s, 5606 South 147 Street, Omaha, NE 68137 (402) 715-8200. The Superintendent maydelegate this responsibility as needed. Complaints and grievances by school personnel or job applicants regardingdiscrimination or sexual harassment shall follow the procedures of District Rule 4001.2. Complaints and grievancesby students or parents regarding discrimination or sexual harassment shall follow the procedures of District Rule5010.2.PROCEDURESDiscrimination and Sexual Harassment Complaint and Grievance Procedures 5010.2I. Complaint and Reporting Procedures.A. All students and parents are responsible for helping the District to prevent discrimination and sexualharassment. <strong>Student</strong>s and parents who believe that they, or their children, have been subjected to orhave witnessed any conduct which constitutes discrimination or sexual harassment should follow thefollowing complaint and reporting procedures.1. <strong>Student</strong>s and parents are encouraged to directly inform the offending person that such conduct isoffensive and must stop. If such an effort is too uncomfortable or the student or parent desires notto directly so communicate with the offending person, then the student or parent should report thematter to a teacher, counselor, assistant principal or principal, or any other available Districtpersonnel.2. When a student or parent reports discrimination or sexual harassment to a teacher or counselor, theteacher or counselor shall:a. If the alleged offending person is a District staff member or other adult, immediately reportthe matter to the building principal.b. If the alleged offending person is a student, depending on the seriousness of the allegedconduct, the teacher or counselor shall either:(i) Immediately report the matter to an assistant principal or the building principal, or(ii) Immediately investigate the matter in accordance with the District's student disciplineprocedures and, if it is concluded that a violation of the District's Standards for <strong>Student</strong>Conduct has occurred, impose discipline sanctions pursuant to the Standards for <strong>Student</strong>Conduct and undertake other appropriate actions to redress any such conduct and preventits future recurrence.3. When an assistant principal or building principal receives such a report of discrimination or sexualharassment, they shall:a. If the alleged offending person is a District staff member or other adult, immediately reportthe matter to the District's Executive Director of Human Resources.23
. If the alleged offending person is a student, the assistant principal or building principal shallimmediately investigate the matter in accordance with the District's student disciplineprocedures and, if it is concluded that a violation of the District's Standards for <strong>Student</strong>Conduct has occurred, impose discipline sanctions pursuant to the Standards for <strong>Student</strong>Conduct and undertake other appropriate actions to redress any such conduct and prevent itsfuture recurrence.4. When the Executive Director of Human Resources receives such a report of discrimination orsexual harassment, he or she shall:a. If the alleged offending person is a District staff member, immediately investigate the matterin accordance with the District's personnel procedures and implement appropriate disciplinaryaction against the staff member.b. If the alleged offending person is an adult, but not a District staff member, immediatelyinvestigate the matter in cooperation with other involved District administrators andimplement appropriate corrective actions.5. When any other District personnel receive such a report of discrimination or sexual harassment,they shall immediately report the matter to an assistant principal or the building principal.B. Unless prohibited by law or District policies or rules, the investigation and resolution of the complaintor report will be discussed with the student or parent making the complaint, within ten (10) days of thealleged discrimination or sexual harassment being reported.C. If the student or parent is not satisfied with the resolution of their complaint, they may use thegrievance procedures set forth in Section II of this Rule.II.Grievance Procedures. Any student or parent who is not satisfied with the resolution of their complaint ofdiscrimination or sexual harassment may initiate the following grievance procedures which are intended toassist students and parents in the fair and prompt resolution of their complaints and concerns regardingdiscrimination and sexual harassment.A. Level 1. A student or parent shall within ten (10) days after the occurrence of the event which is thesubject of the grievance, make an appointment with and meet and discuss the matter with the buildingprincipal. Every effort will be made to resolve the grievance informally at this level. The buildingprincipal shall give the student or parent an oral response within seven (7) days of such meeting. Dueto the importance of resolving the grievance at the building level, the meeting with the buildingprincipal is important and essential, and the failure of the student or parent to attend such a meetingwill constitute an abandonment of the grievance.B. Level 2. If the student or parent is not satisfied with the resolution of their grievance at Level 1, theymay formalize their grievance by filing a formal written grievance with the building principal withinseven (7) days after the building principal's oral response at Level 1.1. The written grievance must be signed, contain a complete statement of the facts constituting thegrievance, and state the relief sought.2. The building principal will notify their supervisor and the Executive Director of Human Resourcesthat they have received such a formal written grievance. The building principal shall, within seven(7) days of receipt of the formal grievance, create a written response and forward the writtenresponse to the student or parent, and also forward the formal written grievance and their writtenresponse to the Executive Director of Human Resources.3. Upon receipt of the formal written grievance and the building principal's written response, theExecutive Director of Human Resources shall investigate the grievance and attempt to resolve it.As part of the investigation, the Executive Director of Human Resources shall meet with the24
student or parent, if the student or parent so requests, and shall also undertake such investigationdeemed appropriate. The Executive Director of Human Resources may, in his or her discretion,designate another District administrator, other than any previously involved supervisor, assistantprincipal or principal, to conduct the investigation and grievance resolution when appropriate.a. An investigation will be commenced immediately, but no later than ten (10) days after theExecutive Director of Human Resource's receipt of the formal written grievance and thebuilding principal's written response.b. The Executive Director of Human Resources will complete a written report within thirty (30)days of receiving the formal written grievance and the building principal's written response.Such written report shall summarize the facts, the determinations made, and any correctiveactions to be implemented. The Executive Director of Human Resources shall provide thestudent or parent with a copy of such written report within two (2) days of its completion.C. Level 3. If the student or parent is not satisfied with the resolution of their grievance at Level 2, theymay appeal to the District's Superintendent by filing a formal written appeal with the Superintendentwithin seven (7) days after receipt of the written report by the Executive Director of Human Resources.1. The written appeal must be signed, contain a complete statement of the facts constituting thegrievance and appeal, and state the relief sought.2. Upon receipt of the formal written appeal, the Superintendent shall investigate the grievanceappeal and attempt to resolve it. As part of the investigation, the Superintendent shall meet withthe student or parent, if the student or parent so requests, and shall also undertake suchinvestigation deemed appropriate. The Superintendent may, in his or her discretion, designateanother District administrator, other than any previously involved administrator, to conduct theinvestigation and appeal resolution when appropriate.a. The investigation will be commenced immediately, but no later than ten (10) days after theSuperintendent's receipt of the formal written appeal.b. The Superintendent will issue a final written decision within thirty (30) days of receiving theformal written appeal. The Superintendent's decision and any action taken shall be final. TheSuperintendent shall provide the student or parent with a copy of such final written decisionwithin two (2) days of its completion.III.General Provisions.A. Nothing in this Rule shall be construed as limiting the ability of students or parents who have acomplaint or grievance regarding discrimination or sexual harassment from discussing the matterinformally with the building principal or any appropriate District administrators or staff members, or aslimiting the involvement of the administration in informally addressing and resolving any suchcomplaints or grievances. <strong>Student</strong>s and parents are encouraged to discuss a contemplated grievanceinformally with the building principal or other District administrators or staff members prior to filing agrievance.B. The time limits in these procedures are for the purpose of insuring prompt action. If a student or parentdoes not pursue the next step of a procedure within the time period specified, it shall constitute anabandonment of the complaint or grievance.C. No retaliation of any kind will be permitted against any student or parent who makes a good faithcomplaint or grievance pursuant to this Rule, or against any person who in good faith participates in orcooperates with an investigation of alleged discrimination or sexual harassment.25
D. Information regarding an individually identifiable student or employee will only be shared with astudent or parent filing a complaint or grievance, or with other persons, if allowed by law and inaccordance with District policies and rules.E. To the extent permitted by law and in accordance with District policies and rules, the identity ofstudents and parents filing complaints or grievances pursuant to this Rule and any documentsgenerated or received pertaining thereto, will be kept confidential. Information may be disclosed ifnecessary to further an investigation, grievance, or appeal, or if necessary to carry out student oremployee discipline. The District may disclose information to District personnel, law enforcementauthorities, and others when necessary to enforce this Rule or when required or allowed by law.F. The proper law enforcement agency will be contacted immediately when there is a reasonablesuspicion that a violation of a state or federal criminal law may have been committed.SAFE SCHOOLS HOTLINE1-888-809-4754The Safe <strong>School</strong>s Hotline is a 24-hour seven-day a week anonymous reporting system for anyone havinginformation that will protect the lives or safety of our students. Call the Hotline to report information aboutbullying, vandalism, theft, potential suicides, weapons, drugs, gangs, threats, or other safety issues. Every call willbe taken seriously, investigated, and the appropriate action will be taken. Break the Code of Silence –call 1-888-809-4754.SEARCHESCertificated staff are authorized to conduct searches of a student’s person, clothing, automobile, and propertyunder a student’s control including, but not limited to: purses, handbags, book bags, and briefcases.Certificated staff are also authorized to search student lockers. Certificated staff may take into custody anyobjects or substances that are illegal under federal or state law, or in violation of District Policy or Rule.Refusal of a student to consent or submit to a reasonable search and/or surrender objects or substancesfound as a result of such search can be grounds for disciplinary action against the student.STUDENT LOCKERS<strong>Student</strong> lockers are the exclusive property of the District and the District does not relinquish its control andownership of lockers by making them available for students. <strong>Student</strong> lockers are provided to students only forstudent convenience, and this privilege may be withdrawn by the District at any time. The search andinspection of lockers and the taking into custody of objects or substances which are illegal or in violation ofDistrict Policy or Rule may be conducted at any time by certificated staff without notice and without studentconsent.DRUG DETECTION DOGSThe District uses trained drug detection dogs to detect illegal drugs or contraband on school property. The purposeof the District’s use of drug detection dogs is to eliminate illegal drugs and contraband on school property, and tomaintain a safe school environment conducive to learning. The District may use drug detection dogs at any time,announced or unannounced. All lockers and all cars parked on school property shall be subject to a drug dog sniffsearch at any time. All common areas and classrooms are subject to a drug dog sniff search at any time whenstudents are not present. If illegal drugs or contraband are found on a student, or in the student’s car or locker, or atany other place on school property that the student has placed illegal drugs or contraband, the student may be subjectto discipline and the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be notified.26
ALCO-SENSORS/BREATHALYZERS & DRUG DETECTION AEROSOL SPRAYSThe District uses alco-sensors/breathalyzers to detect alcohol or to detect those that have used alcohol at (or prior to)a school or a school related event. Additionally, the District uses drug detection aerosol sprays to detect illegal drugsor contraband on school property or at school related events. The purpose of the District’s use of these tools is toeliminate alcohol, illegal drugs and contraband on school property (or at school related events), and to maintain asafe school environment conducive to learning. The District may use these tools at any time there is reasonablesuspicion and need for such use. The alco-sensors and breathalyzers which come in many forms may be used onstudents prior to them entering or exiting a school related event or function such as a dance or prom. The tools willonly be used by trained administrative staff members. If positive results are obtained from the alcosensors/breathalyzersor drug detection aerosol sprays, the student may be subject to discipline and the student’sparent(s) or guardian(s) shall be notified. See District Policy 5490 for more details.STUDENT PICTURE IDENTIFICATION CARDS(Secondary <strong>Student</strong>s)<strong>Student</strong> picture identification cards should be carried by students at all times for the purpose of identificationand students are required to show their identification card upon request by a <strong>Millard</strong> staff member. Thesecards will also allow the student to check out books from the library, purchase bus tickets and ride assignedbusses.<strong>Student</strong> picture identification cards are required for middle school students to be admitted to <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>shigh school sport activities, plays, etc.SUSPENSION, EXPULSION, MANDATORYREASSIGNMENT, AND EXCLUSIONThe <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>School</strong> District Rules and Regulations addressing student discipline are based on the Nebraska<strong>Student</strong> Discipline Act.The principal (or designee) may determine that it is necessary to exclude a student from school and school functions.The decision to exclude is made after the principal has investigated the facts, given the student oral or written noticeof the charges against him/her and an explanation of the evidence, and provided the student with an opportunity topresent the student’s version. A complete copy of the District’s due process procedures is available upon request.It is the principal’s responsibility to determine the type of exclusion and/or the recommended disciplinary action tobe taken unless otherwise specified by Board Policy or state and federal law. Possible exclusions from schoolinclude:A. Short-term Suspension. Exclusion from all schools in the District not to exceed five (5) school days.B. Emergency Exclusion. Immediate exclusion if:1. The student has a dangerous communicable disease transmissible through normal schoolcontacts and poses an imminent threat to the health and safety of the school community; or2. The student’s conduct presents a clear threat to the physical safety of himself/herself, or others, oris so extremely disruptive as to make temporary removal necessary to preserve the rights of otherstudents to pursue an education.An emergency exclusion shall be based upon a clear factual situation warranting it and shall last no longerthan is necessary to avoid the dangers necessitating the exclusion.C. Long-term Suspension. Exclusion from all schools in the District for more than five (5) school days butless than twenty (20) school days.D. Expulsion. Exclusion from all schools in the District (except the location designated for alternativeeducation) for a period not to exceed the remainder of the semester in which it took effect with thefollowing exceptions:27
1. If the misconduct occurred within ten (10) school days prior to the end of the first semester, theexpulsion shall remain in effect through the second semester; or2. If the misconduct occurred within ten (10) school days prior to the end of the second semester, theexpulsion shall remain in effect for summer school and the first semester of the following schoolyear subject to the annual review provision of paragraph c below.3. The time periods above do not apply to the following infractions which have the following periodsof exclusion:a. Firearms and/or Guns. Exclusion from all schools in the District for not less than one (1)year of any student who is determined to have knowingly possessed, used, or transmitteda firearm or other gun as provided in ( Rule 5400.6 (II)(D)(1) and (2) on school grounds,in a vehicle owned, leased, or contracted by a school being used for a school purpose orin a vehicle being driven for a school purpose by a school employee or his or herdesignee, or at a school-sponsored activity or athletic event. This subsection shall notapply to:(1) The issuance of firearms to or possession of firearms by members of the ReserveOfficers Training Corps when training; or(2) Firearms which lawfully are possessed by the person receiving instruction underthe immediate supervision of an adult instructor who may lawfully possessfirearms.b. Personal Injury and Dangerous Weapons. <strong>Student</strong>s who knowingly and intentionally useforce in causing or attempting to cause personal injury to a school employee, schoolvolunteer, or student (unless caused by accident, self-defense, or reasonably taken toprotect some other person) or who knowingly and intentionally possess, use, or transmit adangerous weapon, other than a firearm, shall be excluded for a period not to exceed theremainder of the school year in which it took effect if the misconduct occurs during thefirst semester. If the expulsion takes place during the second semester, the exclusionshall remain in effect for summer school and may remain in effect for the first semesterof the following school year.c. Sexual Assault. <strong>Student</strong>s who sexually assault or attempt to sexually assault any personon school grounds shall be excluded for one (1) year. <strong>Student</strong>s who sexually assault orattempt to sexually assault any person off school grounds may be excluded for one (1)year, provided that a complaint must have been filed by a prosecutor in a court ofcompetent jurisdiction alleging that the student has sexually assaulted or attempted tosexually assault any person off school grounds not at a school function, activity, or event,and the student’s presence at school has a direct and immediate effect on maintainingdiscipline, order, or safety in the school. Sexual assault shall mean sexual assault in thefirst degree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-319, sexual assault in the second degree asdefined in Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-320, sexual assault of a child in the second or third degreeas defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-320.01, or sexual assault of a child in the first degree asdefined in Neb. Rev. Stat.§28-319.01, as such statutes now provide or may hereafter beamended. Neb. Rev. Stat. § 79-267(9).d. Annual Review. Any expulsion that will remain in effect during the first semester of thefollowing school year shall be automatically scheduled for review before the beginning ofthe school year by a Hearing Examiner after the Hearing Examiner has given notice ofthe review to the student and to the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s). The review shallbe limited to newly discovered evidence or evidence of changes in the student’scircumstances occurring since the original hearing. This review may lead to the HearingExaminer’s recommendation that the student be re-admitted for the upcoming schoolyear. If the Board of Education (or Board Committee) took the final action to expel the28
student, the student may be re-admitted only by Board action. Otherwise, the studentmay be re-admitted by action of the Superintendent.E. Mandatory Reassignment. Involuntary transfer to another school in connection with any disciplinaryaction.F. Other Actions. In addition, administrative and teaching staff may take other actions regarding studentbehavior, such as counseling, holding parent conferences, rearranging of schedules, requiring the student toremain in school after regular school hours to do additional work, or restricting participation inextracurricular activities.G. Exclusion from <strong>School</strong> Grounds and Activities. During any time period that a student is excluded fromschool due to short-term suspension, long-term suspension, expulsion, or emergency exclusion, the studentwill be prohibited from participating in any school activities, being on school property, or attending Districtextracurricular activities which take place on District property.H. Hearing. In cases involving emergency exclusion for more than five (5) school days, long-term suspension,expulsion, and mandatory reassignment, the student will have the right to a hearing to contest the exclusion.A Request for Hearing form, <strong>Student</strong> Discipline Act hearing procedures, and appeal procedures for anydecision rendered at the hearing will be provided to the student and the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s).GUIDELINES FOR MAKE-UP WORK FOR EXCLUDED STUDENTS<strong>Student</strong>s who have received a short-term suspension will have one (1) school day for each day of suspension tomake up school work after returning to school but will not be provided homework during the suspension. <strong>Student</strong>son short-term suspension will not be provided a tutor during the suspension.<strong>Student</strong>s who receive a long-term suspension ranging from 6 to 9 school days will have one (1) school day for eachday of suspension to make up schoolwork not to exceed a maximum of seven (7) school days after returning toschool. During the duration of the 6 to 9 school day long-term suspension, if requested by the parent and approvedby the principal, the student may receive homework for his/her current classes. The parents and student may notcontact teachers directly during the suspension for homework assignments. If homework assignments are madeavailable, they may be picked up from the principal or the principal’s designee by the parents or by a persondesignated by the parents. <strong>Student</strong>s on a 6 to 9 day long-term suspension will not be provided a tutor.Excluded students may not come onto school grounds during the suspension or expulsion unless attendingalternative classes for expelled students at times and the location that the Director of Pupil Services specifies.<strong>Student</strong>s who have received a short-term suspension or long-term suspension will not be permitted to make upinstructional activities that require student attendance. <strong>Student</strong> grades will be based on attendance, classroomperformance, test marks, and grades on written assignments.<strong>Student</strong>s who have been expelled will receive no credit for the semester in which they are expelled except the creditissued for successfully completing the alternative school classes, or programs offered by the District. A Districtalternative education program is available for expelled students and will be arranged by the District’s Pupil ServicesDepartment (715-8371).If the expelled student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) refuse to permit participation in the alternative school classes, orprograms, the District will have no further obligation to the student, parent(s), or guardian(s) with regard to theprovision of an alternative school, class, or program during the expulsion. Attendance at any District approvedalternative school is mandatory and the District will follow established state law and procedures regardingattendance and truancy.<strong>Student</strong>s who enroll in other educational institutions during the expulsion period shall not receive credit that wouldexceed the credit they would have been provided through the District’s alternative program for expelled students.The District’s Pupil Services Department must approve the courses from other educational institutions prior to thestudent enrolling in or taking the course before it can be accepted as substitutes for credit through the District’salternative education program. All costs of any such approved courses from other educational institutions shall bethe sole responsibility of the expelled student, parent(s), or guardian(s).29
Standards for <strong>Student</strong> Conduct5400.6I. Introduction.A. Policy Statement. Every <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>School</strong> District student has the right to an education. Thefollowing Standards have been instituted to ensure that right. Each student and their parents arerequired, on their own, to become familiar with these Standards, and to help provide anatmosphere conducive to learning.B. Grounds for Exclusion. A student may be excluded from school if there is reasonable evidencethat the student has committed a prohibited act listed below while on school grounds, in a vehicleowned, leased, or contracted by a school being used for a school purpose or in a vehicle beingdriven for a school purpose by a school employee or by his or her designee, or at a schoolsponsoredactivity or athletic event, or any other place where the governing law permits theDistrict to discipline students for prohibited conduct.C. Exclusion from <strong>School</strong> Grounds and Activities. A student who is excluded from school for asuspension or expulsion shall not enter upon district property, or ride in a vehicle owned, leased,or contracted by the District being used for a school purpose or in a vehicle being driven for aschool purpose by a school employee or his or her designee, or participate in or attend a schoolsponsoredactivity or athletic event. Expelled students may enter upon District property for thesole purpose of attending alternative education at a location and time designated by the Director ofPupil Services.D. Length of Expulsions. Unless specified otherwise within these Standards, the expulsion of astudent shall be for a period not to exceed the remainder of the semester in which it took effectunless the misconduct occurred within ten (10) school days prior to the end of the first semester, inwhich case the expulsion shall remain in effect through the second semester, or within ten (10)school days prior to the end of the second semester, in which case the expulsion shall remain ineffect for summer school and the first semester of the following school year. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-283(2).E. Contact of Legal Authorities. The principal of a school or the principal’s designee shall notify assoon as possible the appropriate law enforcement authorities, of the county or city in which theschool is located, of any act of a student described in Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267 which the principalor designee knows or suspects is a violation of the Nebraska Criminal Code. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-293(1).F. Sanction to be Followed. If minimum and maximum sanctions are not specified for a specificprohibited act, the recommended sanction shall be imposed.G. Expulsion as Sanction. Expulsion is specified as a sanction for particular conduct because theDistrict’s Board of Education finds that the type of conduct for which expulsion is specified hasthe potential to seriously affect the health, safety, or welfare of the student, other students, staffmembers, or other persons, or to otherwise seriously interfere with the educational process. Neb.Rev. Stat. §79-262(1).H. <strong>Student</strong>s with Disabilities. Disciplinary procedures for students who have disabilities as definedby the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of1973 shall be subject to the disciplinary procedures set forth in District rules 5400.2 and 5400.3and applicable federal and state law.I. Mandatory Compliance. <strong>Student</strong>s and their parent(s) or guardian(s) are hereby notified thatcompliance with the District’s Standards for <strong>Student</strong> Conduct is mandatory. It is the responsibility30
of all students and their parent(s) or guardian(s) to become familiar with these Standards.II.Violations Against Persons.A. Use of Violence. Use of violence, force, coercion, threat, intimidation or similar conduct in amanner that constitutes a substantial interference with school purposes.1. Pushing, Shoving or Related Noninjurious Behaviors.a. Maximum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.2. Fighting. Mutual attempt to physically harm another person through mutual combativephysical contact.a. First offense.(1) Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension. There is nomandated minimum sanction below grade six (6).(2) Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.(3) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§ 79-267(1) and 293.b. Two offenses or more.(1) Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.(2) Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of expulsion.(3) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§79-267(1) and 293.3. Physical Assault. Initiation of a violent act against another person through aggressivephysical contact.a. Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension. There is no mandated minimum sanctionbelow grade six (6).b. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of expulsion.c. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(1) and 293.B. Physical Injury to District Employees, Volunteers, and <strong>Student</strong>s. Causing or attempting to causepersonal injury to an employee, a school volunteer, or to any student. Personal injury caused byaccident, self-defense, or other action undertaken on the reasonable belief that it was necessary toprotect some other person shall not constitute a violation of this provision. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(3).31
1. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.b. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(3) and 293.2. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. First Offense. Citation during academic school year or the student admits that heor she has violated subsection II(B). Suspension from extracurricular activitiesfor remainder of the semester or nineteen (19) school days, whichever is more.b. Second Offense. Suspension for extracurricular activities for one (1) year. Priorviolations of II(B) on or off school grounds will be included as previousoffenses.C. Use of Threats or Intimidation.1. Use of Threats (Verbal and Written). All threats, including those alleged to be jokes, willalways be taken seriously and are subject to the following disciplinary action.a. Level One Threat. Using a threat as part of a common expression or in a contextthat the recipient does not feel threatened, frightened, or coerced (e.g., “Oh, Icould just kill you for that” or “I will punch you in the nose”).(1) Maximum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.b. Level Two Threat. Using an expression or an implied or veiled threat with theintent of threatening, frightening, or coercing another and the recipient feelsthreatened, frightened, or coerced (e.g., “I will kill you.”).(1) Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension. There is nomandated minimum sanction below grade four (4).(2) Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.(3) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§79-267(1) and 293.c. Level Three Threat. Threatening to kill or injure another person or threateningto damage property with potential for personal injury, without possessing aweapon or other object that could kill or injure the threatened or intimidatedperson, and the student describes how it will be done, including any threats thatconcern dangerous chemical substances, biochemical attacks, or bioterrorism.(1) Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension. There is nomandated minimum sanction below grade four (4).(2) Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of expulsion.32
(3) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§79-267(1) and 293.d. Threatening with an Object. Threatening with an object which looks like aweapon or an object that could be used to injure someone. To qualify as a looka-likeweapon, the object must closely resemble a real weapon in size, shape,and color even when examined up close.(1) Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of the suspension.(2) Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of expulsion.(3) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§79-267(1) and 293.2. Bomb Threat (Verbal or Written). Threatening to use any type of explosive or incendiarydevice generally referred to as a bomb to injure a person(s) or destroy property.a. Minimum Sanction. Mandatory expulsion. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of expulsion.b. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-<strong>12</strong>21; Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(1) and 293.D. Firearms, Explosives, and Weapons.1. Firearms, Etc. Knowingly possessing, handling, transmitting, using, intimidating with, orthreatening with any firearm, explosive, destructive device, pipe bomb, or stun gun. Forpurposes of this subsection II (D)(1), firearm means any weapon, including a starter gun,which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by theaction of an explosive, or the frame or receiver of any such weapon, or any firearmmuffler or firearm silencer, or any destructive device. Such term does not include anantique firearm.a. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.(1) Minimum Sanction. Mandatory expulsion for one (1) year.Suspension from extracurricular activities during time of expulsion.(2) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§ 28-<strong>12</strong>02 to <strong>12</strong>04.04, <strong>12</strong>15, <strong>12</strong>16 and: <strong>12</strong>20 Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267 (5) and 293.b. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.(1) Citation for illegal possession of a weapon during academic schoolyear or the student admits that he or she has violated subsection II(D).Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.2. Use and Possession of Other Guns. Using, intimidating with, threatening with, possessingon one’s person, handling or transmitting any paint ball gun, air soft gun, B.B. gun, orpellet gun.33
a. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.(1) Minimum Sanction. Mandatory expulsion for one (1) year.Suspension from extracurricular activities during time of expulsion.(2) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§ 28-<strong>12</strong>02 to <strong>12</strong>04.04, <strong>12</strong>15, <strong>12</strong>16 and: <strong>12</strong>20 Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267 (5) and 293.b. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.(1) Citation for illegal possession of a weapon during academic schoolyear or the student admits that he or she has violated subsection II(D).Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.3. Possession of Other Guns in Vehicles. Possessing any paint ball gun, air soft gun, B.B.gun or pellet gun in any vehicle on school grounds, provided that any such gun is not inany manner handled either within or outside of the vehicle.a. Minimum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of expulsion.4. Other Weapons. Using or threatening with a knife, throwing star, brass knuckles,chemical substances (including, but not limited to, mace, pepper guns, and bleach), andany other object that could be used to injure a person.a. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.(1) Minimum Sanction. Mandatory expulsion. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of expulsion.(2) Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev.Stat. §§28-<strong>12</strong>02 to <strong>12</strong>04.04; Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267 (5) and 293.b. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.(1) Citation during academic school year or the student admits that he orshe has violated subsection II(D). Suspension from extracurricularactivities for one (1) year.5. Possession of Certain Prohibited Objects. Knowingly possessing, handling, ortransmitting knives, throwing stars, brass knuckles, or other objects not enumeratedabove which could cause injury.a. Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.b. Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.6. Possession of Look-a-Like Weapons. Possessing a look-a-like weapon, the object mustclosely resemble a real weapon in size, shape, and color even when examined up close.a. Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.34
. Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.7. Exception for Certain Firearms. Subsection II(D) shall not apply to:a. The issuance of firearms to or possession of firearms by members of the ReserveOfficers Training Corps when training; orb. Firearms which may lawfully be possessed by the person receiving instructionunder the immediate supervision of an adult instructor who may lawfullypossess firearms.c. Firearms and guns which may lawfully be possessed and used off schoolgrounds, not at a school function, activity, or event.E. Extortion. Threatening or intimidating any student for the purpose of or with the intent ofobtaining money or anything of value from such student.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.2. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(4)and 293.F. Sexual Assault or Attempted Sexual Assault. Any sexual assault or attempt to sexually assaultany person. Sexual assault shall mean sexual assault in the first or second degree as defined inNeb. Rev. Stat. §§28-319 and 320 or sexual assault of a child in the first, second or third degree asdefined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 28-319.01 and 320.01. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(9).1. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Minimum Sanction. Mandatory expulsion for one (1) year. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of expulsion.b. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(9) and 293.2. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Minimum Sanction. Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.b. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion for one (1) year. A complaint must have beenfiled by a prosecutor in a court of competent jurisdiction alleging that thestudent has sexually assaulted or attempted to sexually assault any person offschool grounds not at a school function, activity, or event, and the student’spresence at school has a direct and immediate effect on maintaining discipline,order, or safety in the school. Sexual assault shall mean sexual assault in thefirst degree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-319, sexual assault in the seconddegree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-320, sexual assault of a child in thesecond or third degree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-320.01, or sexualassault of a child in the first degree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-319.01, assuch statutes now provide or may hereafter be amended Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(9).G. Sexual Contact. The intentional touching of another person’s sexual or intimate parts or theintentional touching of another person’s clothing covering the immediate area of the otherperson’s sexual or intimate parts, without the consent of the other person. Sexual contact also35
includes the non-consensual touching by the other person of the actor’s sexual or intimate parts orthe clothing covering the immediate area of the actor’s sexual or intimate parts when suchtouching is intentionally caused by the actor. The sexual contact must be such that it can bereasonably construed as being for the purpose of sexual arousal or gratification of either party.Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-318 and 320.1. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.b. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of expulsion.c. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities must be contacted upon the request of theoffended party. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-293.2. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Citation during academic school year or the student admits that he or she hasviolated subsection II(G). Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1)year.H. Sexual Harassment. Unwanted or unwelcome activity of a sexual nature which materiallyinterferes with or substantially disrupts the educational process. This may include, but is notlimited to, unwanted touching, pinching, patting, verbal comments of a sexual nature, sexualname-calling, pressure to engage in sexual activity, repeated propositions, written messages, notes,cartoons or graffiti of a sexual nature, and unwanted body contact.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.I. Harassment. Any intentionally hurtful, demeaning, or disparaging acts, words, symbolicrepresentations, or behavior used by a student or students against another student or students thatis disruptive of the educational process. This includes, but is not limited to, verbal, physical,visual, or graphic actions such as name-calling, taunting, mocking, slandering, humiliating,defaming, teasing, pestering; and making derogatory remarks, demeaning jokes, disparagingdrawings or notes.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.J. Bullying. Any intentionally hostile or offensive verbal, written, graphic, demonstrative, orphysical act that has the purpose of exerting domination over another student through the act ofintimidating, frightening, oppressing, or adversely controlling the student, and that is disruptive ofthe educational process or any ongoing pattern of physical, verbal, written, graphic, demonstrativeor electronic abuse, on school grounds, in a vehicle owned, leased, or contracted by a school beingused for a school purpose by a school employee or his or her designee, or at school-sponsoredactivities or school-sponsored athletic events. This may include, but is not limited to, verbal,graphic, written or electronic activities such as name-calling, taunting, blackmailing, inciting tofight, terrorizing, or physical or demonstrative activities such as poking, blocking or impeding,following, hair pulling, mock hitting motions, intentionally bumping, tripping, and damagingclothing.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.36
K. Hazing. Any activity by which a person intentionally or recklessly endangers the physical ormental health or safety of an individual for the purpose of initiation into, admission into, affiliationwith, or continued membership with or participation in any group or activity. Such hazing activityshall include, but shall not be limited to the following: whipping; beating; branding; forced andprolonged calisthenics; prolonged exposure to the elements; forced consumption of any food,liquor, beverage, drug, or harmful substance not generally intended for human consumption;prolonged sleep deprivation; harassing by exacting unnecessary or disagreeable work, banter,ridicule, or criticism; or any brutal treatment or the performance of any unlawful act whichendangers the physical or mental health or safety of any person. Consent to the hazing by thestudent(s) shall not be a defense to hazing.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during time ofexpulsion.III.Violations Against Public Health and Safety.A. Possession of Alcohol or other Drugs. Possession or use of an illegal narcotic drug, controlledsubstance, mood-altering or behavior-affecting substance, or look-a-like substance, or possessionor use of a prescribed medication by a student for whom the prescribed medication was notprescribed; or possession or use of drug paraphernalia. Possession or use of alcohol or an alcoholcontainingbeverage or liquor capable of human consumption.1. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. First Offense. Suspension for nineteen (19) school days. Suspension fromextracurricular activities while not in school due to the suspension. Parents, attheir own expense, may choose to participate in a District-approved suspensionreduction program. Successful completion of this program may reduce thesuspension and curtailment of extracurricular activities by a maximum of nine(9) school days (results in a total of ten (10) days out of school).b. Second Offense. Mandatory expulsion. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of expulsion. Prior violations of subsection III(A) on oroff school grounds will be included as previous offenses.c. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(6) and 293.2. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Citation during academic school year or the student admits that he or she hasviolated subsection III(A). Curtailment of extracurricular activities for nineteen(19) school days.(1) First Offense. Parents, at their own expense, may choose to participatein a District-approved suspension reduction program. Successfulcompletion of this program may reduce the curtailment ofextracurricular activities by a maximum of nine (9) school days(results in a total of ten (10) school days curtailment of extracurricularactivities). Previous offenses of subsection III(A) on or off schoolgrounds during the current academic school year would not allowparticipation in this option.37
(2) Second Offense. Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1)year.B. Distribution of Alcohol or other Drugs. Distribution or attempted distribution to any other person,of any illegal narcotic drug, controlled substance, look-a-like substance, mood-altering or behavioraffecting substance, drug paraphernalia, or alcohol.1. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. First Offense. Mandatory expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of expulsion.b. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(6) and 293.2. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Citation during academic school or the student admits that he or she has violatedsubsection III(B). Curtailment of extracurricular activities for one (1) year.C. Possession, Use and Transportation of Medications. The possession, use, and transportation ofprescribed and non-prescribed medications shall be in accordance with the following rules.1. Possession of Medications (Preschool and Elementary Levels). Possession of prescribedor non-prescribed medications, or possession of prescribed or non-prescribed medicationson school grounds or during transportation to and from school, is prohibited. Elementaryschool students may possess and use inhalers, as well as glucose tablets, according to theprovisions of rule 5600.2.a. First Offense. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.b. Second Offense.(1) Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.(2) Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of expulsion.2. Possession of Medications (Middle <strong>School</strong> Level). Possession of prescribed or nonprescribedmedications, or possession of prescribed medications on school grounds orduring transportation to and from school, is prohibited. Middle school students maytransport non-prescribed medications to and from school but must turn it into the nurseupon arrival at school. Middle school students may possess and use inhalers, as well asglucose tablets, according to the provisions of rule 5600.2.a. First Offense.(1) Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.(2) Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.b. Second Offense.38
(1) Minimum Sanction. Mandatory Expulsion. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of expulsion.3. Possession of Medications (<strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Level). Possession of prescribed medications isprohibited. <strong>High</strong> school students may possess non-prescribed medications, but they maynot possess prescribed medications except in transport to and from school. Prescribedmedications must be turned into the nurse upon arrival at school. <strong>High</strong> school studentsmay possess and use glucose tablets and inhalers according to the provisions of rule5600.2.a. First Offense.(1) Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.(2) Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of suspension.b. Second Offense.(1) Minimum Sanction. Mandatory Expulsion. Suspension fromextracurricular activities during time of expulsion.D. Distribution of Prescribed Medications. Distribution or attempted distribution to any other person,of any prescribed medication.1. First Offense. Mandatory expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities duringtime of expulsion.2. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(6)and 293.E. Distribution of Non-Prescribed Medications. Distribution or attempted distribution to any otherperson, of any non-prescribed medication.1. First Offense. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activities duringtime of suspension.2. Second Offense.a. Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of suspension.b. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of expulsion.F. Receiving Non-Prescribed Medications. Receiving non-prescription medications by high schoolstudents that are distributed by another student at school.1. Maximum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.G. Under the Influence of Alcohol or Other Drugs. Being intoxicated or under the influence of anyillegal narcotic drug, controlled substance, prescribed medication by a student for whom theprescribed medication was not prescribed, mood-altering or behavior-affecting substance, oralcohol.39
1. Sanctions on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. First Offense. Suspension for nineteen (19) school days. Suspension fromextracurricular activities while not in school due to the suspension. Parents, attheir own expense, may choose to participate in a District-approved suspensionreduction program. Successful completion of this program may reduce thesuspension and curtailment of extracurricular activities by a maximum of nine(9) school days (results in a total of ten (10) days out of school).b. Second Offense. Mandatory expulsion. Suspension from extracurricularactivities during time of expulsion. Prior violations of subsection III (G) on oroff school grounds will be included as previous offenses.c. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(6) and 293.2. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds.a. Citation during academic school year or the student admits that he or she hasviolated subsection III(G). Curtailment of extracurricular activities for nineteen(19) school days.(1) First Offense. Parents, at their own expense, may choose to participatein a District-approved suspension reduction program. Successfulcompletion of this program may reduce the curtailment ofextracurricular activities by a maximum of nine (9) school days(results in a total of ten (10) school days curtailment of extracurricularactivities). Previous offenses of subsection III(G) on or off schoolgrounds during the current academic school year would not allowparticipation in this option.(2) Second Offense. Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1)year.H. Exposure to Bodily Fluids. Intentionally spitting, throwing, wiping, or otherwise dispersingbodily fluids on or to another student or staff member for the purpose of infecting, inciting,demeaning, or intimidating that person.1. Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.2. Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.I. Tobacco. Possession or use of tobacco or tobacco products.1. Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.J. Possession of Fireworks.1. Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.K. Use of Fireworks. Use or lighting of firecrackers or fireworks of any description.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during time40
of expulsion.IV.Violations against Public Decency and Good Morals.A. Public Indecency. Behavior resulting in public indecency (see definition). This subsection shallapply only to students above grade five (5). Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(7).1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.B. Profanity and Obscenity. Written or oral language that is reasonably offensive or repulsive to theperson hearing the same and which is disruptive of the educational process.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.C. Disparaging Language/Symbolism. Disparaging or demeaning language or symbolic actions ofany kind including, but not limited to gestures or language that is intended to disparage, demean,or subject another student or staff member to ridicule.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.D. Secret Organizations/Gangs. Participation or membership in any secret fraternity, sorority, club,association, or organization is prohibited. The wearing of any ring, pin, or insignia of such a secretorganization is also prohibited. Organizations or gangs, which initiate, advocate, or promoteviolence, drug or alcohol use, sex, criminal activity, or activities which disrupt the schoolenvironment or threaten the safety or well being of persons or geographic territory, uniqueappearance, or language, are a substantial disruption to and material interference with theeducational environment, and are prohibited. The use of hand signals, graffiti, or the presence ofany apparel, jewelry, accessory, or manner of grooming which, by virtue of its color, arrangement,trademark, symbol, or other attributes indicates or implies membership in or affiliation with such agroup, constitutes a substantial disruption to and material interference with the educationalenvironment, and are prohibited.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.V. Violations against Property.A. Damage to Property. Willfully causing or attempting to cause substantial damage or participatingin behavior that results in negligent damage to property, or repeated damage to property. Thisshall include school property lent to the student which the student damages. As to any suchdamaged property, the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be liable for the damage to theschool property. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(2).1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.2. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted when the value of the property isfive-hundred dollars ($500.00) or more. Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-519; Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(2) and 293.B. Theft/Larceny. Stealing or attempting to steal property, or repeated theft of property. This willinclude school property lent to a student that is not returned upon demand by an authorized staff41
member and for which there is no reasonable justification for the failure to return the property.Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(2).1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.2. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted when the value of the propertyinvolved is two hundred dollars ($200.00) or more. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-5<strong>11</strong> and 518;Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(2) and 293.3. Sanctions off <strong>School</strong> Grounds. Committing burglary or theft which constitutes a felonyprovided the student has received a citation by a law enforcement officer which involvesthe offense subject to this subsection or the student admits that he or she has violatedsubsection V(B). Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.C. Arson or False Fire Alarm. Intentionally starting a fire. Use of any fire causing agents to start orattempt to start a fire. Purposely or knowingly causing a false fire alarm. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-502 to 504 and 907; Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(10).1. Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension. There is no mandated minimum sanction below grade six (6).2. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.3. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted if it is believed the arson wascriminal. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-502 to 504 and 907; Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(10) and293.D. False Alarm or Report. Purposely making a false alarm or false report, or purposely furnishingfalse information or making a false communication or statement, whether verbal, written orelectronic, concerning the existence of any bomb, explosive device or weapon, dangerouschemical substance, or biochemical or terroristic device, or concerning another’s intent or attemptto be made to kill, injure, or intimidate any individual or to use any bomb, explosive device, orweapon, dangerous chemical substance, or biochemical or terroristic device, or concerning theneed for medical, police, or emergency services or procedures. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-907 and<strong>12</strong>21; Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(10).1. Minimum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.2. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.3. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-907 and<strong>12</strong>21; Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(10) and 293.E. Computers. Direct or indirect use of District computers, computer networks, or computer systems,which involves offensive, personal, commercial, and/or religious messages, or any unauthorizedaccess or use of a District computer, computer network, or computer system which violatesDistrict policy or state or federal law. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-1341 to 1348; Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(10).1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.42
2. Mandatory Action. Legal authorities shall be contacted if the action constitutes a felony.Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-1341 to 1348; Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-267(10) and 293.VI.Violations against <strong>School</strong> Administration.A. Truancy. Unauthorized absence from school. Neb. Rev. Stat. §§79-201 and 209.1. Maximum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.B. Gambling. Playing any game of chance for money or other stakes. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(10 ).1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.C. Dishonesty. Dishonesty that interferes with the educational process.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.D. Cheating or Plagiarism. Cheating on examinations including but not limited to ELOexaminations. Plagiarism on projects including but not limited to reports, research papers, andportfolios.1. Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.E. Insubordination. Disrespect for, defying authority of, or refusing to obey requests or directions ofteachers, school officials or school employees.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.F. Disruptive Behavior. Behavior or possession of any item that materially interferes with orsubstantially disrupts class work, school activities, or the educational process.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.G. Nuisance Items. Any item in a student’s possession that is sufficiently annoying, offensive,unpleasant, or obnoxious that it substantially interferes with or materially interrupts theeducational process. These items may include, but are not limited to, radios, camera cell phones,beepers, walkie-talkies, tape and CD players, IPods, MP3 players, cameras, devices that emit laserlight beams, and other electronic devices.1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.H. Unlawful Activity. Engaging in any unlawful activity not specifically covered herein, whichconstitutes a danger to other students or school personnel, or interferes with school purposes or theeducational process. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(10).1. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.I. False Complaints. False accusations or complaints against another student or staff member.1. Maximum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activities43
during time of suspension.J. Noncompliance with Code Yellow or Code Red. Intentionally leaving an assigned area already incontainment during a Code Yellow or Code Red alert unless specifically given permission to do soby the supervisor of the assigned area.1. Minimum Sanction. Long-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.2. Maximum Sanction. Expulsion. Suspension from extracurricular activities during timeof expulsion.K. <strong>Student</strong> Identification. Failure of a high school student to present the school approved studentidentification card upon the request of a District staff member while on school grounds, in avehicle owned, leased, or contracted by a school being used for a school purpose or in a vehiclebeing driven for a school purpose by a school employee or by his or her designee, or at a schoolsponsoredactivity or athletic event.1. Maximum Sanction. Short-term suspension. Suspension from extracurricular activitiesduring time of suspension.VII.Repeated Offenses or Series of Prohibited Conduct.A. Two (2) or more violations of prohibited conduct or violation of two (2) or more of the actsprohibited herein within the academic school year which constitute a substantial interference withschool purposes. Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-267(<strong>11</strong>).1. Sanction. Unless otherwise provided herein, prohibited conduct otherwise subject toshort-term suspension shall be subject to long-term suspension; conduct otherwise subjectto long-term suspension shall be subject to expulsion; prohibited conduct initially subjectto expulsion shall be again subject to expulsion.VIII.Curtailment of Extracurricular Activities.A. General Statement. When reasonably necessary to aid the student, further school purposes, orprevent interference with the educational process, the District shall curtail a student’s participationin District extracurricular activities. <strong>Student</strong>s shall not be permitted to be on District property orparticipate in or attend District-sponsored extracurricular activities during the time period that thestudent is excluded from school for disciplinary reasons. In addition, students may be curtailedfrom extracurricular activities for misconduct taking place off school grounds and not at a schoolfunction, activity, or event during the academic school year pursuant to the provisions of thissection and Rule 5400.4.B. Period of Ineligibility for Conduct on <strong>School</strong> Grounds.1. Period of Ineligibility. During any time period that a student is excluded from school dueto short-term suspension, long-term suspension, expulsion, or emergency exclusion forconduct occurring on school grounds, in a vehicle owned, leased, or contracted by aschool being used for a school purpose or in a vehicle being driven for a school purposeby a school employee or by his or her designee, or at a school-sponsored activity orathletic event, or any other place where the governing law permits the District todiscipline students for prohibited conduct, the student so excluded shall also be ineligiblefor participation in extracurricular activities for the entire period of exclusion, and willalso be prohibited from being on District property or attending any District-sponsoredextracurricular events during the period of exclusion from school.2. Effective Following Semester if Necessary. The ineligibility period shall remain in effect44
during the following semester (including the following school year) if there areinsufficient school days in the semester to complete the ineligibility period.C. Period of Ineligibility for Conduct off <strong>School</strong> Grounds. The following prohibited conductoccurring off school grounds not at a school function, activity, or event during the academicschool year shall subject the student to the following periods of ineligibility for extracurricularactivities:1. Guns, etc. Knowingly possessing, handling, transmitting, using, intimidating with, orthreatening with any object or material that is ordinarily and/or generally considered afirearm, explosive, destructive device, or weapon, including, but not limited to, guns,firearms, pipe bombs, stun guns, paint ball guns, air soft guns, B.B. guns and pellet guns,provided the student has received a citation by a law enforcement officer which involvesthe offense subject to this subsection or the student admits that he or she has violated thissubsection.a. Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.2. Other Weapons. Using or threatening with a knife, throwing star, brass knuckles,chemical substances (including, but not limited to, mace, pepper guns, and bleach), andany other object that could be used to injure a person, provided the student has received acitation by a law enforcement officer which involves the offense subject to thissubsection or the student admits that he or she has violated this subsection.a. Sanction. Ineligibility period of one (1) year.3. Sexual Contact. The intentional touching of another person’s sexual or intimate parts orthe intentional touching of another person’s clothing covering the immediate area of theother person’s sexual or intimate parts, without the consent of the other person. Sexualcontact also includes the non-consensual touching by the other person of the actor’ssexual or intimate parts or the clothing covering the immediate area of the actor’s sexualor intimate parts when such touching is intentionally caused by the actor provided thestudent has received a citation by a law enforcement officer which involves the offensesubject to this subsection or the student admits that he or she has violated this subsection.a. Sanction. Ineligibility period of one (1) year.4. Possession of Alcohol or other Drugs. The use or possession of an illegal narcotic drug,drug paraphernalia, look-a-like substance, controlled substance, mood-altering orbehavior-affecting substance, or alcoholic beverage, provided the student has received acitation by a law enforcement officer which involves the offense subject to thissubsection or the student admits that he or she has violated this subsection.a. First Offense. Ineligibility period of nineteen (19) school days. Parents, at theirown expense, may choose to participate in a District-approved suspensionreduction program. Successful completion of this program may reduce thecurtailment of extracurricular activities a maximum of nine (9) school days(results in a total of ten (10) school days curtailment of extracurricularactivities).b. Second Offense. Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.Prior violations of subsection III(A) on or off school grounds will be included asprevious offenses.5. Distribution of Alcohol or other Drugs. The dispensing, sale, or the intent to sell or45
dispense an illegal narcotic drug, look-a-like substance, controlled substance, moodalteringor behavior-affecting substance, or alcoholic beverage, provided the student hasreceived a citation by a law enforcement officer which involves the offense subject to thissubsection or the student admits that he or she has violated this subsection.a. Sanction. Ineligibility period of one (1) year.6. Under the Influence of Alcohol or other Drugs. Being intoxicated or under the influenceof any illegal narcotic drug, controlled substance, prescribed medication by a student forwhom the prescribed medication was not prescribed, mood-altering or behavior-affectingsubstance, or alcohol, provided the student has received a citation by a law enforcementofficer which involves the offense subject to this subsection or the student admits that heor she has violated this subsection.a. First Offense. Ineligibility period of nineteen (19) school days. Parents, at theirown expense, may choose to participate in a District-approved suspensionreduction program. Successful completion of this program may reduce thecurtailment of extracurricular activities a maximum of nine (9) school days(results in a total of ten (10) school days curtailment of extracurricularactivities).b. Second Offense. Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.Prior violations of subsection III(G) on or off school grounds will be included asprevious offenses.7. Physical Injury to District Employees, Volunteers, and <strong>Student</strong>s. Causing or attemptingto cause personal injury to any District employee, school volunteer, or to any student,provided the student has received a citation by a law enforcement officer which involvesthe offense subject to this subsection or the student admits that he or she has violated thissubsection.a. Sanction. Ineligibility period of remainder of the semester or nineteen (19)school days, whichever is more.b. Second Offense. Suspension from extracurricular activities for one (1) year.Prior violations of subsection II(B) on or off school grounds will be included asprevious offenses.8. Sexual Assault or Attempted Sexual Assault. Sexually assaulting or attempting tosexually assault any person, provided the student has received a citation by a lawenforcement officer which involves the offense subject to this subsection, the studentadmits that he or she has violated this subsection, or a complaint has been filed by aprosecutor in a court of competent jurisdiction alleging that the student has sexuallyassaulted or attempted to sexually assault any person.a. Sanction. Ineligibility period of one (1) year.9. Theft/Larceny. Committing a burglary or theft that constitutes a felony, provided thestudent has received a citation by a law enforcement officer which involves the offensesubject to this subsection or the student admits that he or she has violated this subsection.a. Sanction. Ineligibility period of one (1) year.10. Repeated Offenses. Two (2) or more offenses of one (1) of the above prohibited actions.Prior offenses of the above prohibited actions will be included as previous offenses.a. Sanction: Ineligibility period of one (1) year.46
D. District Events During Ineligibility Period. <strong>Student</strong>s who are ineligible for participation inextracurricular activities will also be prohibited from attending any District-sponsoredextracurricular events during the ineligibility period.E. Effective Following Semester if Necessary. The ineligibility period shall remain in effect duringthe following semester (including the following school year) if there are insufficient school daysin the semester to complete the ineligibility period.F. Commutation. Penalties assigned under this Section may be reduced by the Superintendent orSuperintendent’s designee upon the successful completion of counseling, community service, orother alternatives to curtailment set by the District. The District shall have the sole discretion indetermining whether the student is eligible for commutation, and what form the counseling,community service, or other alternatives to curtailment must be successfully completed beforecommutation may take place. Any costs associated with counseling, community service, or otheralternatives to curtailment shall be borne by the student or the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s).G. Effective Date. The effective date of the curtailment of extracurricular activities shall be the datethat the principal or principal’s designee provides the student with the oral or written notice of thecharges except the principal shall not issue a letter of curtailment until there is a studentadmission, court decision or uncontested citation.IX.DEFINITIONS.A. “Alcoholic beverage” shall mean any substance subject to the jurisdiction of the Nebraska LiquorCommission.B. “Citation” shall mean a summons to appear in court issued by a law enforcement officer.C. “Controlled substance” shall mean opiates, opium derivatives, depressants, stimulants, and thesubstances and derivatives as defined by Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-401(4) including, but not limited to,“uppers”, “downers”, barbiturates, amphetamines, LSD, heroin, hashish, hallucinogenic orcocaine, and substances, such as glue, to the extent any such substance is used for the purpose ofmood or behavior alteration by a student, and any other substance which alters the mood orbehavior and which is not taken for medical purposes (e.g., steroids).D. “Curtailment of extracurricular activities” shall mean that the student is ineligible for participationin or attending any extracurricular activities. During any time that a student is excluded fromschool for conduct occurring while within school jurisdiction, the student is ineligible forparticipation in or attending any extracurricular activities.E. “Destructive device” shall mean (1) any explosive, incendiary or poison gas-bomb, grenade,rocket having a propellant charge of more than four (4) ounces, missile having an explosive orincendiary charge of more than one-quarter ounce, mine, or device similar to any of the devicesdescribed in the proceeding clauses; (2) any type of weapon (other than a shotgun shell which isgenerally recognized as particularly suitable for sporting purposes) by whatever name knownwhich will, or which may be readily converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosiveor other propellant, and which has any barrel with a bore of more than one-half inch in diameter;and (3) any combination of parts either designed or intended for use in converting any device intoany destructive device or from which a destructive device may be readily assembled.F. “Exclusion” shall mean that time period a student is excluded from school during short-termsuspension, long-term suspension, emergency exclusion, or expulsion. It may also mean thatperiod that the student is mandatorily reassigned.G. “Expulsion” shall mean exclusion from all schools in the District (except the location designatedfor alternative education).47
H. “Extracurricular activities” shall mean all athletic teams, activities, groups, clubs, homecomings,proms, dances, graduation ceremonies, and all other organizations or events sponsored by orassociated with the District which are not part of the District curriculum.I. “Firearms” shall mean (1) any weapon (including a starter gun) which will or is designed to ormay readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive; (2) the frame orreceiver of any such weapon; (3) any firearm muffler or firearm silencer; or (4) any destructivedevice. Such term does not include an antique firearm.J. “Illegal narcotic drug” shall mean the illegal substances as defined by Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-401(15).K. “Ineligibility period” shall mean that period of time that a district student is prohibited fromparticipating in and/or attending any district extracurricular activities.L. “Injury” shall mean damage to a person that results in a specific wound or wounds that requiresfirst aid treatment or a physician’s care.M. “Long-term suspension” shall mean exclusion from all schools in the District for more than five(5) school days but less than twenty (20) school days.N. “Look-a-like substance” (also known as imitation controlled substance) shall mean any substancewhich is not a controlled substance, but which by its appearance (including, but not limited to,color, shape, size, markings, or packaging) or by representations made, induce or are intended toinduce, persons to believe that the substance is a controlled substance. “Look-a-like substance”shall include any beverage containing alcohol or a beverage that is represented to contain alcohol.O. “Medication” shall be broadly defined and shall mean all prescribed medications, over the counterand other non-prescribed medications, and all chemical substances, compounds, homeopathicsubstances, herbs, vitamins, and/or devices, which purport to aid in a person’s health or well-beingor are intended for use in the diagnoses, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of diseases, orare intended to affect the structure or any function of the body; and any device, instrument,apparatus, implement, machine, contrivance, implant, or other similar or related article, includingany component part or accessory, which is prescribed by a physician, physician assistant, oradvanced practice registered nurse, and dispensed by a pharmacist or other person authorized bylaw.P. “Non-prescribed medication” shall mean all medications which are available without aprescription or order from a person who is licensed under the laws of Nebraska to prescribemedications.Q. “On school grounds” shall mean on District property, in a vehicle owned, leased, or contracted bythe District being used for a school purpose or in a vehicle being driven for a school purpose by aschool employee or his or her designee, or at a school-sponsored activity or athletic event.R. “One year” shall mean the three hundred sixty-five (365) days that follow the acts at issue.S. “Prescribed medication” shall mean all medications which are available only with a prescriptionor order from a person who is licensed under the laws of Nebraska to prescribe medications.T. “Public indecency” shall mean performing, procuring, or assisting any other person to perform, ina public place and where the conduct may reasonably be expected to be publicly viewed: (1) Anact of sexual penetration; (2) An exposure of the genitals, female breasts or buttocks of the bodydone with intent to affront or alarm any person; or (3) A lewd fondling or caressing of the body ofanother person of the same or opposite sex.U. “<strong>School</strong> day” shall mean any day that school is in session and students are attending academic48
courses. It does not include practices for extracurricular activities held during the summer, orweekends and vacations that occur during the academic school year.V. “<strong>School</strong> jurisdiction” shall mean on District property, in a vehicle owned, leased, or contracted bythe District being used for a school purpose or in a vehicle being driven for a school purpose by aschool employee or his or her designee, or at a school-sponsored activity or athletic event, or anyother place where the governing law permits the District to discipline students for prohibitedconduct.W. “Sexual assault” shall mean sexual assault in the first degree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §§28-319, sexual assault in the second degree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-320, sexual assault of achild in the second or third degree as defined in Neb. Rev. Stat. §28-320.01, or sexual assault of achild in the first degree as defined in Neb Rev. Stat. §28-319.01, as such statutes now provide ormay hereafter be amended.X. “Sexual or intimate parts” shall mean the genital area, groin, inner thighs, buttocks or breasts.Y. “Short-term suspension” shall mean exclusion from all schools in the District not to exceed five(5) school days.Z. “Under the influence” shall mean the manifestation of physical and physiological symptoms orreactions caused by the use of any illegal narcotic drug, controlled substance, mood-altering orbehavior-affecting substance, prescribed medication by a student for whom the prescribedmedication was not prescribed, or alcohol.RESTRAINT & SECLUSIONAs a part of the emergency procedures in place within <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s, any student who poses a significantimminent risk of injury to him/herself or others may be physically restrained and/or placed in seclusion by schoolstaff in accordance with District Rule 5495.2. These actions could occur along with other emergency actions such ascalling the police. Significant violations of the law including assaults on students and staff will be reported to thepolice. The building administrator or designee will make reasonable efforts to notify the parent/guardian no laterthan the end of business on the school day on which the physical restraint/seclusion occurred. The parent should benotified of the circumstances leading up to the physical restrain/seclusion and be given a point of contact foradditional information.District Rule 5495.2 is available to all parents electronically via the District’s website or as a hard copy onrequest.STUDENT SAFETYIn order to insure the safety of every student, it is necessary to have safety procedures to protect the well-beingof students during emergency situations. <strong>Student</strong>s shall follow these procedures when a Code Yellow or CodeRed is announced:Code Yellow. When a Code Yellow is announced students will comply with the instructions of the teacher orstaff member who is supervising the area of the building where the student is located. Unless told otherwise,the general procedures for students to follow under a Code Yellow are:1. <strong>Student</strong>s will remain in the classroom and continue with the activities of that classroom.2. The door will be locked but the teacher may admit students who are in the hallway or have been in otherareas.3. <strong>Student</strong>s may not leave the classroom.4. <strong>Student</strong>s may not be allowed to use cellular phones.5. <strong>Student</strong>s who are between classes are to immediately report to their next class.49
6. <strong>Student</strong>s who are in other areas of the building are to follow the plan for that area of the building.Failure of a student to comply with the instructions of a teacher or staff member during a Code Yellow willresult in disciplinary action.Code Red. When a Code Red is announced students will comply with the instructions of the teacher or staffmember who is supervising the area of the building where the student is located. Unless told otherwise, thegeneral procedures for students to follow under a Code Red are:1. <strong>Student</strong>s will remain in the classroom and take cover in the classroom away from windows or doors.2. The door will be locked and students will not be admitted to the room.3. <strong>Student</strong>s may not leave the classroom.4. <strong>Student</strong>s may not be allowed to use cellular phones.5. <strong>Student</strong>s who are between classes are to immediately report to their next class.6. <strong>Student</strong>s who are in other areas of the building are to follow the plan for that area of the building.Failure of a student to comply with the instructions of a teacher or staff member during a Code Red will result indisciplinary action.Dating ViolenceI. Dating Violence Prohibited. The District provides physically safe and emotionally secure environments for allstudents. Positive behaviors are encouraged in the educational program and are required of all students.Inappropriate behaviors, including but not limited to, dating violence, will not be tolerated and must be avoidedby all students.II.III.IV.Dating Violence Training. Strategies and practices will be implemented to reinforce positive behaviors and todiscourage and protect others from inappropriate behaviors. Dating violence training, as defined by Neb. Rev.Stat.79-2,141(4,) shall be provided to staff deemed appropriate by the administration. Training shall include, butnot be limited to, basic awareness of dating violence, warning signs of dating violence, and the District's datingviolence policy.Dating Violence Information. The District shall inform the students' parents or legal guardians of the District'sdating violence policy on an annual basis via the <strong>Student</strong> <strong>Handbook</strong>. If requested, the District shall also providethe parents or legal guardians a copy of the District's dating violence policy and other relevant information.Definitions.A. Dating Violence shall mean a pattern of behavior where one person uses threats of, or actually uses,physical, sexual, verbal, or emotional abuse, to control his or her dating partner.B. Dating Partner shall mean any person, regardless of gender, involved in an intimate relationship withanother person primarily characterized by the expectation of affectionate involvement whether casual,serious, or long term.50
Attendance and TardinessA. Attendance Accounting. Attendance accounting shall be accomplished in secondary schools byrecording students’ attendance period-by-period, in elementary schools by recording students’attendance in the morning and afternoon, and in summer school by recording secondarystudents’ attendance period-by-period and elementary students’ attendance by the hour.B. Grounds for Excused Absences. <strong>Student</strong>s may be granted an excused absence from school by theprincipal or the principal’s designee for the following reasons:1. Personal illness (a physician’s verification may be required after four (4) consecutive days ofabsence for illness);2. Death or serious illness in the immediate family or household;3. Medical or dental appointments which cannot be scheduled during non-school hours;4. Inclement weather;5. Observance of religious holidays of the student's own faith, when approved by the buildingprincipal or principal's designee; and6. Educational, legal, psychological, personal, or safety matters when approved by the buildingprincipal or principal's designee.C. Rules Governing Absences. The following rules shall apply to excused and unexcused absences:.1. Adoption of Absence Guidelines:.a. <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>s. The District's high schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelines governingabsences.b. Middle <strong>School</strong>s. The District's middle schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelinesgoverning absences.c. Elementary <strong>School</strong>s. The District's elementary schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelinesgoverning absences.Such guidelines must comply with applicable law and District Policy and Rule.2. Individuals who are authorized to submit written excuses for absences are a parent or guardian, thestudent if age nineteen (19), or the student if emancipated. Written excuses shall be provided tothe principal or the principal's designee.3. Only the principal or principal's designee shall be authorized to approve excused absences. Allother absences shall be counted as unexcused absences.4. If an absence is planned, a written request should be made by an individual enumerated in SectionC (2) above in advance of the absence. The written request must include the date(s) and/or time ofthe planned absence, the reason for the absence and the signature of the person submitting therequest.5. Unless the District has provided prior approval of an absence, if a student is absent, the student'sparent or guardian should notify the school by calling the principal's office. If a student is absentand the student's parent or guardian has not notified the school, the school will attempt to call theparent or guardian to ascertain the reason for the absence.51
6. The student's parent or guardian must call within the time specified by the school's guidelines andprovide the following information: the date(s) and/or time of the absence and the reason for theabsence. Failure to call within the required time frame will result in the absence being counted asunexcused.7. When a student returns to school after an absence, which has not received District approval, thestudent must report to the school office.8. The District reserves the right to require verification from a doctor or dentist when an absence isfor medical or dental reasons.9. A written excuse, which is forged or contains factual misrepresentations, shall be deemed anunexcused absence and shall subject students who use, write, or direct the writing of the same todiscipline under District Rule.D. Make-up Work for Excused Absences.1. Guidelines governing make-up work for excused absences shall be as follows.a. <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>s. The District's high schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelines which willdetermine under what conditions school work missed during excused absences can be madeup.b. Middle <strong>School</strong>s. The District's middle schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelines whichwill determine under what conditions school work missed during excused absences can bemade up.c. Elementary <strong>School</strong>s. The District's elementary schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelineswhich will determine under what conditions school work missed during excused absences canbe made up.2. <strong>School</strong>work missed due to an excused absence must be completed to the satisfaction of eachteacher whose class was missed. <strong>Student</strong>s will have a minimum of one (1) school day for eachday of excused absence to make up missed schoolwork but may be given additional time for timemissed due to illness or injury. <strong>Student</strong>s who do not make up their work within the prescribedtime limits will not receive credit for the work missed.E. Unexcused Absences. The following rules shall apply to unexcused absences:.1. Unless specifically exempted by District Policy, District or rule, or applicable law, students whoare absent from instructional time without an approved excuse shall be given an unexcusedabsence and shall be subject to discipline under District rule.2. Each instructional day or portion of an instructional day of an unexcused absence shall beconsidered a separate violation of this Rule.3. Make-up Work for Unexcused Absences.a. <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>s. The District's high schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelines which willdetermine under what conditions school work missed during unexcused absences can be madeup.b. Middle <strong>School</strong>s. The District's middle schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelines whichwill determine under what conditions school work missed during unexcused absences can bemade up.52
c. Elementary <strong>School</strong>s. The District's elementary schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelineswhich will determine under what conditions school work missed during unexcused absencescan be made up.II.Tardiness.A. Rules. The following rules shall apply to tardiness.1. <strong>Student</strong>s tardy to school will not be admitted to school unless the student has the permission of theprincipal or principal's designee.2. <strong>Student</strong>s tardy to class will not be admitted to class unless the student has the permission of theprincipal or principal's designee.3. Tardies will be excused on the same basis and pursuant to the same procedures as provided inSections I (B) and (C) above for excused absences.4. Adoption of Additional Guidelines:.a. <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>s. The District's high schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelines to be used toavoid or minimize student tardiness.b. Middle <strong>School</strong>s. The District's middle schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelines to beused to avoid or minimize student tardiness.c. Elementary <strong>School</strong>s. The District's elementary schools shall adopt a uniform set of guidelinesto be used to avoid or minimize student tardiness.III.Excessive Absenteeism.A. Rules. The following rules shall apply to excessive absenteeism.1. At least one attendance officer shall be appointed by the District’s Board who shall enforce theprovisions of Nebraska's mandatory attendance laws. If the Superintendent, a principal, a teacher,or a Board member knows of a violation of Nebraska's mandatory attendance laws by a child ofschool age, the child's parents, the person in actual or legal control of such child or any otherperson, then the Superintendent, principal, teacher, or Board member shall report the violation tothe District’s attendance officer within three (3) days of learning of the violation.2. If a student has accumulated five (5) absences in a school year or the hourly equivalent, theDistrict shall render all services in its power to compel the students to attend a public, private,denominational, or parochial school, which the person having control of the student shalldesignate, in an attempt to address the problem of excessive absenteeism. Such services shallinclude, but need not be limited to, the following:a. One or more meetings between a school attendance officer, school social worker, or theschool principal or a member of the school administrative staff designated by the schooladministration if a school social worker is unavailable, the student’s parent or guardian, andthe student, if necessary, to report and to attempt to solve the problem of excessiveabsenteeism, unless the officer or worker has documented the refusal of the parent or guardianto participate in such meetings;b. Educational counseling to determine whether curriculum changes including, but not limitedto, enrolling the student in an alternative education program that meets the specificeducational and behavioral needs of the student, would help solve the problem of excessiveabsenteeism;53
B. Notification.c. Educational evaluation which may include a psychological evaluation to assist in determiningthe specific condition, if any, contributing to the problem of excessive absenteeism,supplemented by specific efforts by the school to help remedy any condition diagnosed; andd. Investigation of the problem of excessive absenteeism by the school social worker, or if aschool social worker is unavailable, by the school principal or a member of the schooladministration staff designated by the school administration, to identify conditions which maybe contributing to the problem. If services for the student and the student’s family aredetermined to be needed, the school social worker or the school principal or a member of theschool administration staff performing the investigation shall meet with the parent or guardianand the student to discuss any referral to appropriate community agencies for economicservices, family or individual counseling, or other services required to remedy the conditionsthat are contributing to the problem of excessive absenteeism.1. If a student has accumulated five (5) absences in a school year or the hourly equivalent, theDistrict shall send written notice to the student’s parents or guardian regarding the Statemandatory attendance and excessive absenteeism laws.2. If a student has accumulated ten (10) absences in school year or the hourly equivalent, the Districtshall send a second written notice to the student’s parents or guardian regarding the Statemandatory attendance and excessive absenteeism laws. In addition, the District shall sendnotification to the county attorney of the county in which such student resides.3. If a student is absent more than twenty (20) days in a school year or the hourly equivalent, theattendance officer shall file a report with the county attorney of the county in which such studentresides. Notification to the county attorney shall be in writing, and shall include the student's andparents’ names, address, number of excused and unexcused absences, and copies of all otherrelevant information regarding the student’s attendance and excessive absenteeism.C. <strong>Student</strong>s on Probation. If a student on probation who has previously been expelled from the District isattending school pursuant to Nebraska law governing students on probation, prior to the re-admissionof the student to the school, school officials shall meet with the student's probation officer and assist indeveloping conditions of probation that will provide specific guidelines for behavior and consequencesfor misbehavior at school as well as educational objectives that must be achieved. The school mayexpel such a student for subsequent actions which violate District Rule 5400.6. Such a student shall bescreened by the District for possible disabilities and, if the screening so indicates, the student shall bereferred for evaluation for possible placement in a District special education program.IV.<strong>Student</strong>s Exempt from the Mandatory Attendance Laws. <strong>Student</strong>s who are exempt from the mandatoryattendance laws are:A. <strong>Student</strong>s who have obtained a high school diploma;B. <strong>Student</strong>s who have completed the program of instruction offered by a school which elects pursuant tostate law not to meet accreditation or approval requirements;C. <strong>Student</strong>s who have reached eighteen (18) years of age;D. <strong>Student</strong>s who have reached sixteen (16) years of age, but are not yet eighteen (18) years of age andtheir parent or guardian has signed a notarized release discontinuing the enrollment of the student;E. <strong>Student</strong>s who will reach six (6) years of age prior to January 1 of the then current school year, and theirparent or guardian has discontinued enrollment in accordance with District Rule 5100.2(III)(A); and54
F. <strong>Student</strong>s who will not reach six (6) years of age prior to January 1 of the then current school year, andtheir parent or guardian has discontinued enrollment in accordance with District Rule 5100.2(III)(B).V. <strong>Student</strong> Discipline. <strong>Student</strong>s who violate the provisions of this Rule, or the District’s Standards of <strong>Student</strong>Conduct, or the guidelines of the building principal or principal's designee, may be subject to studentdiscipline. <strong>Student</strong>s who have excessive absences or tardies may also be subject to student discipline.VI.Definitions.A. "Emancipated student" shall mean any student, under the age of nineteen (19), who is either married,or is enlisted in the military service, or unmarried and has voluntarily left home without financialsupport from the student's parent(s) , or the student has been declared emancipated by a court of lawand the conditions leading to that declaration remain unchanged.B. "Immediate family" shall mean spouse, parents, children, mother-in-law, father-in-law, siblings,siblings-in-law, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandparents, spouses’, grandparents, or any relativewho is a permanent resident in the student's home or for whom the student has specific responsibility.C. “Excessive absences” shall mean five (5) or more absences from school in a school year or the hourlyequivalent.<strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>sSTUDENT HEALTHOmaha, NebraskaAmong the health services provided for students by the <strong>Millard</strong> <strong>School</strong> District are screening tests for vision andhearing. Hearing tests are given to students in kindergarten, first, second, fifth, and eighth grades, and to newstudents and those who have had previous hearing losses. Vision screening is done each year in all elementarygrades and sixth and eighth grades. Dental screenings are completed each year at all elementary and middle schoollevels except for those students who have evidence of having been seen by a dentist within the preceding six (6)months. These screenings are for the purpose of detecting major dental problems, which are visually apparent andare not intended to substitute for a thorough dental examination by a dentist.None of these routine health inspections are intended to replace regular physical examinations by a medicalspecialist. Parents/guardians are notified if the screenings indicate the potential for any type of problem. <strong>School</strong>personnel do not diagnose health problems. If health problems are detected, parents/guardians are then encouragedto consult their family medical specialist, but the schools cannot assume the cost of the medical specialist’sexamination.Parents/guardians are asked to inform the school of any changes in a student’s general health or physical limitations.This information will be helpful to school personnel in working with the student.If a student has a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher, parents/guardians will be contacted. The student will besent home as soon as proper arrangements can be made. <strong>Student</strong>s will be excluded from school for the followingconditions: contagious or infectious disease, including chicken pox, measles and mumps; pink eye; suspicious rash;vomiting, diarrhea, seizure activity, skin eruptions or head lice. <strong>Student</strong>s may not return to school until they arefever free and/or bring a doctor’s note granting permission to return, or until all evidence of the condition is gone.PHYSICAL EXAMINATION, IMMUNIZATION AND INSPECTIONI. Physical Examination. Prior to the entrance of any student into kindergarten and the seventh grade or, inthe case of a transfer from out of state to any other grade in any District school, the parents/guardians mustsubmit written evidence of a physical examination of the student by a physician, physician assistant, D.O.,or advanced practice registered nurse.A. The physical examination must have been performed within six (6) months of the date ofenrollment.55
II.III.B. The cost of such physical examination is to be assumed by the parents/guardians of each childexamined.C. No physical examination shall be required of any student whose parents/guardians object inwriting.D. In accordance with Nebraska <strong>Revised</strong> Statute 79-214, there is a change in eye examinationprovisions for kindergarten enrollment. All kindergartners and out of state transfer students will berequired to have an eye exam by a Physician, PA, D.O., APRN, Ophthalmologist or Optometristwithin six months prior to admission. The eye exam can be done at your doctor’s office at thesame time as your child’s school physical.Immunization. All students by law are required to be protected by immunization againstmeasles/mumps/rubella (MMR), varicella, poliomyelitis (Polio), diphtheria (D), pertussis (P), tetanus (T),and Hepatitis B prior to enrollment and in accordance with the immunization standards prescribed in Title173, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 3-007.A. Any student who does not comply with this provision shall not be permitted to continue in schooluntil the student complies unless the student falls within the two exceptions stated below inparagraph C.B. Unless exempted by state law, the cost of such immunization shall be borne by theparents/guardians of each student who is immunized or by the Department of Health and HumanServices for those students whose parents/guardians are unable to meet such cost.C. Immunization shall not be required for enrollment if either of the following is submitted to theDistrict:1. A statement signed by a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registerednurse stating that, in the health care provider's opinion, the immunizations required wouldbe injurious to the health and well-being of the student or any member of the student'sfamily or household; or2. A notarized affidavit signed by the student or, if the student is a minor, by a legallyauthorized representative of the student, stating that the immunization conflicts with thetenets and practice of a recognized religious denomination of which the student is anadherent or member or that immunization conflicts with the personal and sincerelyfollowed religious beliefs of the student.3. The physician's statement or affidavit shall be kept in the student's file.D. A student may be provisionally enrolled in the District in the following circumstances:1. The student has begun the immunizations required by state law and the student isreceiving the necessary immunizations as rapidly as is medically feasible and inaccordance with the requirements of Title 173, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter3-009.02; or2. The student is the child or legal ward of an active member of the military services of theUnited States or of his or her spouse, and the student is enrolling in the District followingresidence in another state or in a foreign country, and the parents/guardians of the studentprovide the District with a signed written statement certifying that the student hascompleted the immunizations required by state law. The student’s parents/guardiansmust thereafter provide the District with written evidence that the student has completedthe immunizations required by state law, and if such written evidence is not provided tothe District within sixty (60) days of the date of the provisional enrollment, then thestudent shall not thereafter be permitted to continue in school until such written evidenceof compliance is provided.Required Evidence of Immunization. For the purposes of compliance with the immunization requirementsof state law, the student’s parents/guardians shall be required to present to the District the followingevidence of immunization:56
A. An immunization history containing the name of the vaccine, the month and year of administration(the month, day, and year for MMR vaccine), the name of the health practitioner, the agencywhere the immunization was obtained, and the signature of the physician, parent, guardian, or ofsuch other person maintaining the immunization history of the student, verifying that the studenthas received these vaccines; orB. Laboratory evidence of circulating antibodies for measles, mumps, or rubella shall constituteevidence of immunity against those diseases provided the following information is supplied:name of test, test result, signature of laboratory technician performing the test or of the laboratorydirector, and date of signature.C. For purposes of compliance with this Rule, clinical history of measles, mumps, or rubella withoutlaboratory or epidemiologic confirmation does not constitute evidence of immunity.Epidemiologic confirmation of a diagnosis means that the clinical history of measles, mumps, orrubella is corroborated by association with laboratory proven case(s) and that such epidemiologiccase(s) have been reported to and counted by the Department of Health and Human Services.IV. Inspection. Qualified District personnel shall separately inspect District students to ascertain if any studentis suffering from defective sight or hearing, dental defects, or other conditions as prescribed by theDepartment of Health and Human Services Regulation and Licensure.A. If such inspection determines that any student has such condition, the District shall notify theparents/guardians in writing of the condition and explain the necessity of professional attendanceor professional assistance for such student.B. When a student apparently shows symptoms of any contagious or infectious disease, such studentshall be sent home immediately, or as soon as safe and proper transportation can be found, and theDistrict’s Director of Pupil Services shall be notified immediately.C. No student shall be compelled to submit to a physical examination other than the Districtinspection over the written objection of the student's parents/guardians, delivered to the District.Such objection shall not exempt the student from the state's quarantine laws nor prohibit anexamination for infectious or contagious diseases.D. The District's inspections shall be conducted during the first quarter of each school year forstudents currently in attendance. Thereafter, as students enter the District during the year, suchinspections shall be made immediately upon their entrance.V. Parental Notification and Opportunity to Opt out of Participation. Pursuant to the Protection of PupilRights Amendment, 20 U.S.C. § <strong>12</strong>3h, the District shall provide reasonable notice directly to the parentsand guardians of students enrolled in District schools, of the specific or approximate dates of any nonemergencyinvasive physical examination or screening that is required as a condition of attendance andadministrated by the District and scheduled in advance, and which is not necessary to protect the immediatehealth and safety of the student or other students.A. An invasive physical examination is any medical examination that involves the exposure ofprivate body parts, or any act during such an examination which includes incision, insertion, orinjection into the body, but does not include a hearing, vision, dental, or scoliosis screening, or anyphysical examination or screening permitted or required by State law.B. Parents, guardians, and students who are eighteen (18) years old or emancipated under State law,may opt out of participation in any such invasive physical examination by providing the Districtwith a signed written statement which declines participation in any such invasive physicalexamination.VI.Physical Examinations for <strong>Student</strong> Athletes. <strong>Student</strong>s participating in student athletics, cheerleading, ordance team, shall obtain a physical examination by a physician prior to participation, and shall submit thesame to the District prior to participation.A. The requirement of obtaining and submission of a physical examination will be in force each yeara student participates in student athletics.57
VII.<strong>Student</strong> athletes must also be covered by accident insurance prior to participation on any team. <strong>Student</strong>athletes may be eligible to purchase insurance through the “Kids Connection” program made available bythe Nebraska Health and Human Services System. Insurance through “Kids Connection” is available forfamilies whose income is 185 percent of the federal poverty level or below. Applications are available atall school offices and also the Pupil Services Department in the Don Stroh Administration Center. <strong>Student</strong>athletes who are not eligible for insurance through the “Kids Connection” program are eligible to purchaseinsurance made available by the District insurance program, “<strong>Student</strong> Assurance Services”.VIII. Definitions.A. <strong>Student</strong> Athletics. <strong>Student</strong> athletics shall mean extracurricular school sponsored competitiveinterscholastic sports.B. Physician. Physician shall mean individuals who are licensed by the Department of Health andHuman Services Regulation and Licensure such as:1. Medical Doctors (M.D.) who practice medicine and/or surgery; or2. Osteopathic Physicians (D.O.) who are also authorized to prescribe medications.C. Physician assistant. Physician assistant shall mean individuals who are licensed under Neb. Rev.Stat. Sections 71-1, 107.15 through 71-1, 107.30 to perform medical services under thesupervision of a licensed physician.D. Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). Advanced Practice Registered Nurse shall meanindividuals who are licensed and practicing under and in accordance with the Advanced PracticeRegistered Nurse Act.Possession and Use of MedicationI. General Statement. Prescribed medication shall not be brought to school unless the written directions of aphysician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse state that the prescribed medicationmust be taken during school hours or during school activities.II. Rules for all Medications.A. Preschool, Elementary and Middle <strong>School</strong> Levels. The following rules shall apply to the use,application, and transportation of all medications at the preschool, elementary school, and middleschool levels.1. Non-Prescribed Medication. A written authorization must be signed by the student'sparents or guardian and filed with the school nurse or principal permitting the use of nonprescribedmedication.2. Prescribed Medication. The student or the student's parents or guardian must provide theschool nurse or principal with a written order of a physician, physician assistant, oradvanced practice registered nurse that prescribes the type and amount of medication. Acurrent prescription label will satisfy the requirements of this paragraph. In addition, awritten authorization permitting the use of medication must be signed by the student'sparents or guardian and filed with the school nurse or principal.3. Taking of Non-Prescribed and Prescribed Medication. The ingestion, taking, orapplication of non-prescribed and prescribed medications, including nebulizers, shall beperformed under the direct supervision and observation of the school nurse, principal, orprincipal's designee, who shall have successfully completed a District competencyassessment pursuant to the Medication Aide Act and applicable state rules andregulations, will be administered as directed on the manufacturer’s label, as directed bythe student's physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse. Theschool nurse or health room paraprofessional may assist a student with eye drops or eardrops if the school nurse or health room paraprofessional deems it appropriate or thestudent is unable to effectively administer such. If the student’s parents or guardian havegiven written authorization, students will be allowed to possess and/or ingest glucosetablets as needed anywhere on school grounds.58
4. Homeopathic Substances, Herbs, and Vitamins. Homeopathic substances, herbs, andvitamins shall not be administered by school staff unless prescribed by a physician,physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse and dispensed by a pharmacistor other person authorized by law. Homeopathic substances, herbs and vitamins, whetherprescribed or non-prescribed, shall be subject to the same restrictions and requirements asprescribed medications.5. Transporting Medications to and from <strong>School</strong>.a. Preschool and Elementary <strong>School</strong>s. In the preschool and elementary schools,students shall not be allowed to transport non-prescribed or prescribedmedications to and from school with the exception of glucose tablets.Elementary school students may possess and use inhalers according to theprovisions of Section II (E.1). Non-prescribed or prescribed medications mustbe transported by the student’s parents or guardian or by an adult designated inwriting by the parents or guardian, and must be delivered to the school nurse,principal, or the principal’s designee.b. Middle <strong>School</strong>. Middle school students will not be allowed to transportprescribed medications to and from school with the exception of glucose tablets.Middle school students may possess and use inhalers according to the provisionsof Section II (E.1). Prescribed medications must be transported by the student’sparents or guardian or by an adult designated in writing by the parents orguardian. Non-prescribed medications may be transported by middle schoolstudents to and from school but must be delivered to the school nurse, principal,or the principal’s designee.B. <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>. The following rules shall apply to the use and application of medications at the highschool level.1. Non-Prescribed Medication. No written authorization shall be required for nonprescribedmedication. However, if a teacher, principal or school nurse observes frequentor inappropriate use by a student of non-prescribed medication, the school may requirethe following:a. Written authorization by the student's parents or guardian permitting thepossession and use of the non-prescribed medication; andb. A written statement signed by a physician, physician assistant, or advancedpractice registered nurse permitting the use of the non-prescribed medication.2. Prescribed Medication. If prescribed medication is to be ingested, taken or applied, thefollowing shall be required:a. The medication shall be delivered to the school nurse, principal, or principal'sdesignee;b. A written authorization signed by the student's parents or guardian permittingthe possession and use of the medication shall be filed with the school nurse orprincipal;c. The school nurse or principal shall be provided with the written order of aphysician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse prescribingthe medication, and its dosage; andd. The ingestion, taking or application of prescribed medication, includingnebulizers, shall be performed under the direct supervision and observation of theschool nurse, principal, or principal's designee, who shall have successfullycompleted a District competency assessment pursuant to the Medication Aide Actand applicable state rules and regulations, and as directed by the physician,physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse. If the student’s parentsor guardian have given written authorization, students will be allowed to possess59
and/or ingest glucose tablets as needed anywhere on school grounds and topossess and administer inhalers according to the provisions of Section II (E.1).C. Administration of Injections. Only school nurses and school personnel who have been trained toadminister the Epi-Pen or Glucagon and are giving injections in emergency life-saving situationsmay administer injections at school.1. Glucagon Injections. If a student requires administration of Glucagon in an emergencydiabetic attack, school personnel will call 9<strong>11</strong>. The Glucagon will be provided by thestudent’s parents or guardian. <strong>School</strong> personnel other than the school nurse mayadminister Glucagon injections only in emergency situations if they are trained byqualified personnel.2. Epi-pen Injections. <strong>Student</strong>s may use/carry Epi-Pens without supervision or monitoringby the school nurse or principal. The Epi-Pen must be a prescribed medication and theschool nurse or principal shall have received written permission from the student'sparents or guardian as well as a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practiceregistered nurse. All other injections that are given in response to an emergency shouldbe given by a school nurse if available. Emergency medical personnel and the student'sparents or guardian shall be called.3. Other Injections. If a student requires any injections during the school day, students mayadminister injections in the nurse’s office or in an area designated by the principal’sdesignee. Parents may request that a school nurse administer injections if the student isincapable of self-administration. Parents shall submit requests to the Director of PupilServices.D. Medical Information to be Provided to the District.1. Medical Allergies, Seizures, and Susceptibility to Illness. If a student is either allergic toa certain medication or is prone to seizure or other illness, the student's parents, guardian,physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse shall provide theDistrict, in writing, with the following information on or by the first day of school:a. The name of the medications to which the student is allergic;b. The serious illnesses to which the student is susceptible; andc. If the student is susceptible to an illness, what steps are to be taken by schoolpersonnel in the event the illness occurs.2. Injections for Medical Emergencies. If a student is required to receive an injection for amedical emergency, the student's parents, guardian, physician, physician assistant, oradvanced practice registered nurse shall notify the school, in writing, and provide thefollowing information on or by the first day of school:a. The name of the medication and its dosage; andb. The method of administration (subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, etc.).E. Miscellaneous Provisions.1. Inhalers. <strong>Student</strong>s may use/carry inhalers without supervision or monitoring by theschool nurse or principal. The inhaler must be a prescribed medication and the schoolnurse or principal shall have received written permission from the student's parents orguardian as well as a physician, physician assistant, D.O., or advanced practice registerednurse. This statement shall also include directions of appropriate inhaler usage. If schoolpersonnel observe a student using an inhaler in excess of the directions on the inhaler orwith a frequency which would be considered unreasonable, it shall be reported to theschool nurse or principal in which case the student’s use of the inhaler shall be supervisedby the school nurse or principal.2. Containers. All medication shall be kept in its original container with its original labelwhich describes the ingredients of the contents, recommends dosages, and provides60
III.IV.appropriate warnings. The label must be legible and be written in English, or provideEnglish translations.3. Custody and Storage. All medication delivered to the school nurse or principal shall bestored in a container or refrigerator in the nurse's office, principal's office, or other areadesignated by the school principal. The storage area shall either be locked or under thecontrol of a designated school employee.4. Quantity. No more than a thirty (30) day supply of prescribed medication shall beprovided and delivered to the school by the student, student's parents or guardian, unlessthere is a written order by a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practiceregistered nurse requiring a greater supply.5. Transfer to Other <strong>Student</strong>s. <strong>Student</strong>s are prohibited from transferring, delivering, orreceiving any medication to or from other students. Violation of this subsection willauthorize the confiscation of the medication by the District, and subject the students todiscipline.6. Finger Stick Blood Test. <strong>Student</strong>s who have been taught finger stick blood tests shallfollow those procedures that they have been taught. Parents of students who havediabetes, and students who have diabetes, should notify the school nurse or principal atthe beginning of the school year that the student is diabetic, and should provide theschool nurse or principal with all information required under this Rule. <strong>Student</strong>s mayadminister the finger stick blood test in the nurse’s office or any other area.<strong>Student</strong> Discipline. If a student violates a provision of this Rule, the student shall be subject to discipline.A. In addition, where appropriate, the following people shall be immediately notified of a violation ofthis Rule:1. The school nurse, principal, or principal's designee; and2. The student's parents or guardian; and3. The physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse prescribing themedication if deemed necessary.B. While notifications are being given, the student shall remain in the custody of the school nurse,principal, or principal's designee until necessary notifications have been made and until actionshave been taken to eliminate any possible threat to the student or other students.1. If medications have been improperly dispensed or ingested by the student or otherstudents, the student’s physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registerednurse shall be requested to give the proper medical directions to be followed by theschool staff. Unless otherwise directed by the physician, physician assistant, or advancedpractice registered nurse, the school nurse, and principal or principal’s designee shalldetermine what action if any shall be followed to insure the student(s)’ safety.2. If the physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse cannot bereached and the school nurse or principal determines that an emergency exists,emergency medical personnel shall be immediately called. The parents or guardian shallbe notified of any action being taken.Definitions.A. Emergency medical personnel. Emergency medical personnel shall mean medical personnel thatcan respond to a medical emergency.B. Medication. Medication shall be broadly defined and shall include:1. All prescribed medications, over the counter and other non-prescribed medications, andall chemical substances, compounds, homeopathic substances, herbs, vitamins, and/ordevices, which purport to aid in a person’s health or well-being or are intended for use inthe diagnoses, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of diseases, or are intended toaffect the structure or any function of the body; and61
2. Any device, instrument, apparatus, implement, machine, contrivance, implant, or othersimilar or related article, including any component part or accessory, which is prescribedby a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse and dispensedby a pharmacist or other person authorized by law.C. Physician. Physician shall mean individuals who are licensed by the Department of Health andHuman Services Regulations and Licensure as:1. Medical Doctors (M.D.) who practice medicine and/or surgery; or2. Osteopathic Physicians (D.O.), who are also authorized to prescribe medications.D. Advanced practice registered nurse. Advanced practice registered nurse shall mean individualswho are licensed and practicing under and in accordance with the Advanced Practice RegisteredNurse Act.E. Physician assistant. Physician assistant shall mean individuals who are licensed under Neb. Rev.Stat. Sections 71-1, 107.15 through 71-1, 107.30 to perform medical services under thesupervision of a licensed physician.F. Qualified personnel. Shall mean people who have met an educational or legal requirementnecessary to administer emergency injections.Pandemic PlanAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO): “An influenza pandemic occurs when a new influenza virusappears against which the human population has no immunity, resulting in several simultaneous epidemicsworldwide with enormous numbers of deaths and illness. With the increase in global transport and communications,as well as urbanization and overcrowded conditions, epidemics due to the new influenza virus are likely to quicklytake hold around the world.”It is important to note that there are numerous variables pertaining to pandemics that cannot be determined.However, the <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong> Pandemic Plan includes a system to assist in managing the impact of aninfluenza pandemic, if one should transpire. The plan focuses on two main strategies which include, sustainingeducational functions and reducing the spread of the virus within school facilities. Communication to schools fromexternal sources regarding a pandemic virus and internal communications within the school are also addressed.Please see the districts web page under the Pupil Services link for complete details.AccidentsIn case of an accident at school, the student will be made comfortable and not moved until attended by Districtpersonnel who have been trained in first aid. The principal, school nurse, or health aid will be notified. Emergencyfirst aid will be administered by District personnel who have been trained in first aid, and parent(s) or guardian(s)will be notified. If the school is unable to reach a parent/guardian, emergency phone numbers will be used.9<strong>11</strong> will be called immediately when in the judgment of the principal, the school nurse, or a staff member trained infirst aid, determines the injury requires the attention of emergency medical personnel. District personnel will remainwith the student whenever practical until relieved or excused by emergency medical personnel. Emergency medicalpersonnel are dispatched by city or county officials according to the location of the school, and are usually requiredto take patients to the nearest hospital. The schools have no control over these decisions.Law enforcement officials will be notified, if deemed appropriate. They will be called in all cases involving injurycaused by vehicles.AsthmaIncreasingly, asthma is becoming a medical condition that is affecting students at school. Asthma InformationForms must be completed by students identified as having asthma. The Asthma Information Form will provideinformation about the severity of the asthma condition, medication that is needed, what triggers attacks and peakflow meter readings.62
Emergency procedures for life-threatening asthma attacks and systemic allergic reaction, provide that Epi-pens andnebulized albuterol can be administered in emergency conditions to students in life-threatening situations byapproved staff members who have been trained to administer these drugs. Emergency supplies may not be used forroutine medication purposes.Automated External DefibrillatorsCardiac arrest is always a threat for students, staff, or visitors to our schools and when it occurs, can leave onlyminutes to save a life. To maximize the chances that emergency response will result in full recovery, AutomatedExternal Defibrillators (AEDs) will be placed in each school, and trained designated school personnel will use AEDsaccording to procedures that have been approved by the Director of Pupil Services or designee. AEDs will not betaken on field trips or other activities away from the school building unless an extra AED is solely dedicated for thatpurpose, the AEDs absence does not affect coverage at school, and the AED is under the constant direct supervisionof a staff member trained in its use.DiabetesI. Planning and CommunicationA. The parent(s)/guardian(s) will complete the <strong>Student</strong> Health Information form and indicate if thestudent is diabetic.B. A meeting will be held with the parent(s)/guardian(s), school nurse, health paraprofessional, theteacher(s), the student and any other staff deemed appropriate to establish the following:1. Share information provided by the physician.2. Review the physician’s instructions.3. Determine any specific procedures unique to that student.4. Discuss parental/staff concerns5. Decide which basic care procedures the parent will assume responsibility for and whichprocedures school personnel will be responsible.6. Develop a care plan, if needed, and distribute copies to parents and staff.7. Discuss training requirements and develop a timeline for training completion.II. Treatment and ManagementA. Parents are responsible to provide the schools with diabetic supplies except for the sharpscontainer that will be supplied by the District.B. <strong>Student</strong>s may carry their diabetic testing kits (must be in an enclosed case) with them at school.C. <strong>Student</strong>s may perform the finger stick test in the classroom. The parent(s)/guardian(s) must notifythe school in writing if they wish the student to test in the classroom. Procedures for testing in theclassroom:1. A specific place will be designated in the classroom by the principal.2. A sharps container will be provided by the school and kept locked away by the teacherwhen not in use.3. The student is responsible for disposal of sharps and test strips in the sharps container.4. The meter kit is to be closed and put away when not in use and the testing area will beclean of contaminates.5. The principal will inform parents if the student repeatedly violates procedures, and ifnecessary, suspend classroom-testing privileges.63
III.D. Snacks in the classroom.1. <strong>Student</strong>s will have the option to bring snacks and consume them in the classroom.2. <strong>Student</strong>s will not be required to bring or consume snacks if it interferes with the student’sestablished diabetic care routines.E. Diabetic children who use school transportation.1. The parent(s)/guardian(s) will inform the bus driver that their child has diabetes.2. The parent(s)/guardian(s) will give the bus driver a packet that includes information ondiabetes in general and specifically includes signs and symptoms. They will also furnishsnacks if needed.F. Diabetic students on field trips.1. No student will be prohibited from going on a field trip because of diabetes.2. Personnel trained in the student’s diabetic care will accompany the student if the parentcannot.3. The parent(s)/guardian(s) is responsible for providing the glucagon medication if it isneeded.4. The parent(s)/guardian(s) may give written permission for the student to go on a field tripwithout glucagon.5. The parent(s)/guardian(s) may accompany their diabetic student on a field trip.6. The care plan must specify how field trips will be handled.G. Insulin Injections.1. Insulin injections should not be given around other students.2. Insulin injections will be administered in a place designated by the principal.H. Glucose Tablets.1. <strong>Student</strong>s may carry and take glucose tablets anywhere in school if the parent has providedwritten permission for the student to do so.I. Insulin Pumps.1. Training and materials on insulin pumps will be provided at the initial meeting with staffand parent(s)/guardian(s).2. Teachers should be informed that the student has an insulin pump.3. <strong>Student</strong>s will be allowed to maintain the insulin pump in the classroom, if needed.After <strong>School</strong> ActivitiesA. The parent(s)/guardian(s) will be responsible for management of the student’s diabetes duringafter-school activities.B. Activity sponsors and coaches will be informed of diabetic students who are participating in theirafter-school activity. The parent(s)/guardian(s) should share the care plan with sponsors/coaches.If needed, the sponsor/coach or trainer will hold testing kits for diabetic students.Head Lice AlertMillions of American school children will have head lice sometime this year. Since this is a definite concern amongparents/guardians, the following facts are presented.Head lice are small but annoying insects, which spend most of their approximate two-month life span on a person’sscalp. An infested person is usually host to approximately ten (10) lice at any given time, however, because they64
move so fast, lice may be difficult to locate. Itching is the most common symptom of lice infestation. The best wayto confirm a lice infestation is to look for nits (lice eggs, which are teardrop in shape and about 1/32 of an inchlong). Close examination of the hair, especially at the nape of the neck and above the ears, may reveal the smallgrayish-white eggs. Each egg is attached to a hair shaft a short distance from the scalp. These nits can sometimesbe mistaken for dandruff. However, nits cannot easily be brushed away like dandruff because lice attach nits to thehair shafts with a waterproof like substance.Although head lice infestation is normally not considered a serious medical condition, it is a nuisance that can bevery upsetting, causing undue anxieties for many families. Head lice can happen to anyone, it is not a sign of havingpoor health habits or being dirty.Proper treatment is most effective in ridding head lice from the scalp. If lice/nits are found/suspected by a parent intheir child’s hair, the parent is encouraged to contact their family physician or pharmacist for treatment at theirexpense.<strong>Student</strong>s who have live head lice will be sent home until head lice are eliminated. Upon returning to school,students will be inspected by the school nurse to insure that head lice do not remain. <strong>Student</strong>s must be nit free beforereturning to school after having been sent home for the third time for head lice infestation.<strong>School</strong> Health Rooms Provide Limited ServicesAll of the District’s schools include a health room through which limited health services are provided. Primaryservices include maintenance of students’ health records; vision, hearing, dental and minor first aid services.<strong>Student</strong>s who must take prescription medications at school are also monitored through the health rooms. Healthroom personnel check to ensure students are vaccinated and that parent’s obtain the physical examinations forstudents as required by state law or that they sign waivers indicating they do not want their students examined.Most days health rooms are staffed by paraprofessionals who have received certified First Aid training, asthma/anaphylaxis and CPR/AED training. Most of these paraprofessionals have clerical duties in addition to their healthroom responsibilities. A registered nurse generally spends one (1) day a week in each elementary school, three (3)days a week in each middle school, and every day in each high school to provide supervision of the health servicesprovided.Health room staff does not diagnose diseases or illnesses, but they do report signs and symptoms of health problemsto parents and encourage them to have their children seen by their own family health care providers for diagnosisand treatment. Please remember, the health room is not meant to be used in place of family health care providers.Child AbuseAccording to law, school employees and all other persons are required to notify Child Protective Services and lawenforcement officials if they believe a student has been subjected to abuse or neglect. The school cooperates in theinvestigation of such cases.INSURANCEA law passed in 1998 requires that schools provide “Kids Connection” information to all families in the schooldistrict. This program which is governed by the Department of Health and Human Services provides eligiblestudents, who are uninsured, health care coverage. Health care through “Kids Connection” will be available forfamilies whose income is 185 percent of the federal poverty level or below. The program is designed to provideroutine, preventive health care and basic hospitalization of students needing coverage. For students who are noteligible for insurance through the “Kids Connection” program, the District has a group pupil accident insurance planavailable for purchase through “<strong>Student</strong> Assurance Services”. Interested families should contact their school officeor Pupil Services for an application.I. K-<strong>12</strong> Within-District TransfersK-<strong>12</strong> Transfer of <strong>Student</strong>s within the DistrictA. A parent of a Kindergarten through twelfth grade student who is currently enrolled in the Districtmay submit a request to have his/her student attend a different school or special program during65
the current or next school year. Such requests shall be made in accordance with the followingprocedures.II.<strong>Student</strong> Eligibility for Within-District TransfersA. Any K-<strong>12</strong> student whose parents reside in the District attendance area.B. Any K-<strong>12</strong> student who is currently attending the District under Option Enrollment.C. Any K-<strong>12</strong> student who has been accepted into a specific building under the Open Enrollmentprovision as long as the request is for the subsequent year in which enrollment was granted.III.Limitations and Restrictions on <strong>Student</strong> EligibilityA. <strong>Student</strong>s will not be allowed to transfer to another school during suspension or expulsion. Astudent’s disciplinary record will be considered and students with extensive disciplinary recordswill not be considered for transfer unless it is determined to be in the best interests of the studentor the school.B. The within-district transfer policy will not apply to or alter a student’s mandatory reassignment.C. If the student is in a special education program, the approval recommendation of the Director ofSpecial Education will be based upon the student’s individualized education program andeducational needs; class size; related service needs; transportation arrangements as may berequired by law; the allocation of specially trained staff and personnel; facility issues; and theallocation of equipment or materials necessary to provide an appropriate education program.D. If the student receives ELL services, the recommendation of the Superintendent or designee willbe based upon the student’s educational needs and the allocation of specially trained staff andpersonnel.IV.Conditions of TransfersA. <strong>Student</strong> Withdrawal from Special Program: Any student approved for a within-district transfer toattend a special program in the District who subsequently withdraws from participation in suchprogram shall have his/her within-district transfer approval revoked. Such student shall bereassigned to the school he/she would have attended if the within-district transfer had not beenapproved.B. <strong>Student</strong>s of parents who move from one school's attendance area to that of another within theDistrict during the school year may continue attending the original school if the parents apply for atransfer even though the original school is closed to transfers for students who have not beenattending that school.C. Once a student is transferred to a particular school, the parents need not re-apply unless they wantthe student to transfer back to the student's home school or to another school at the same level(elementary school, middle school, or high school) in the District.D. Within-district transfers are only for the educational level (elementary school, middle school, orhigh school). As the student moves from elementary into middle school or from middle schoolinto high school, another within-district transfer must be filed. If not, the student will attend theirassigned school.E. The Superintendent or designee may reassign a student should it be determined that circumstancesjustify such reassignment.66
F. Once a transfer is approved, every effort will be made to make the transfer permanent; however,the District reserves the right to reassign transferred students back to their home school in order tomaintain enrollment limits on an annual basis.G. Unless special safety, health, or program issues are involved, no student will be granted more thanone transfer per school year.V. TransportationA. Transportation for students who transfer within the District must be provided by the student'sparents or legal guardian unless as otherwise required by law.VI.Within-District Transfer ApplicationsA. A Within-District Transfer Request Form should be completed and returned to the Office of PupilServices.B. Every student who desires to attend a special program shall complete a Within-District TransferRequest Form even if he/she is in the attendance area for the building where such special programis located.C. Only one Within-District Transfer Request Form may be completed at any given time for anindividual student.VII.Determination of <strong>School</strong>s Open to Within-District TransfersA. The Superintendent or designee will recommend which schools, programs, grades or classes are tobe considered open to within-district transfers.B. The Superintendent or designee will base recommendations on available space, curriculum, classsize, personnel and staffing requirements, facility issues, the allocation of equipment andmaterials, and anticipated growth for the school, program, grade, or class.C. The Board will approve annually any schools, programs, grades or classes that are to be open towithin-district transfers.VIII.K-<strong>12</strong> Within-District Transfer Requests for the Subsequent <strong>School</strong> YearA. Application Timeline1. Applications Open: Parents may submit applications for within-district transfers to theOffice of Pupil Services anytime after September 1 of the year preceding the school yearin which the transfer would take effect if approved.2. Applications Deadline: The deadline for submission of applications for within-districttransfers shall be February 15 of the preceding school year.B. Approval Process1. Applications for within-district transfers will be approved for a specific building orprogram based upon the order outlined in Section VII (C) below.2. If requests for within-district transfers exceed capacity, a random drawing in the orderoutlined in Section VII (C) below will determine which applications are approved.67
C. Order of Approval1. <strong>School</strong> Attendance Area <strong>Student</strong>sa. Special Programs by Grade2. Other District Resident <strong>Student</strong>sa. <strong>Millard</strong> Resident Siblingsb. Special Programs by Gradec. Regular Program by Grade3. Non-Resident Open Enrollment <strong>Student</strong>sa. Special Programs by Gradeb. Regular Program by Grade4. Non-Resident Option Enrollment <strong>Student</strong>sa. Special Programs by Gradeb. Regular Program by Grade5. All other Non-Resident <strong>Student</strong>sa. Special Programs by Gradeb. Regular Program by GradeE. Notification to Parents: The District shall notify the parents of the approval or denial of theirstudent’s requests for within-district transfer on or before March 1 of the preceding school year.F. Acceptance by Parents: After receiving notification of approval of a within-district transfer, theparent shall accept such transfer in writing by completing the District’s enrollment process for thestudent on or before noon on March 10 (or noon the following Monday if March 10 is on aweekend) of the preceding school year.IX.K-<strong>12</strong> Within-District Transfers for the Current <strong>School</strong> YearA. Parents may submit applications for within-district transfers to the Office of Pupil Services afterthe first day of school and prior to January 15 of the current year.B. The Superintendent or designee will determine whether the transfer request will be granted ordenied after considering the following factors:1. The reasons for the within-district transfer request.2. The time of year the transfer request is made.3. Personnel and staffing requirements, building or program capacity, curriculum, andfacility issues affecting the building to which the student wishes to transfer.4. The student’s educational program including, but not limited to, course credits andgraduation requirements.68
C. The District shall notify the parents of the approval or denial of their student’s requests for withindistricttransfers.X. Extenuating Circumstances. The Superintendent may in his/her discretion allow students to transfer toclosed schools when extenuating circumstances warrant.XI.Special programs shall mean the District’s Core Program, Montessori Program, and InternationalBaccalaureate Programs.HOMELESS1. Dispute Resolution. The process to resolve disputes concerning the enrollment or placement of a homelesschild is as follows:a. The homeless child and the parent, guardian or other person having legal or actual charge or control ofthe homeless child shall be referred to the Director of Pupil Services. The Director of Pupil Services shallcarry out the dispute resolution process as expeditiously as possible after receiving notice of the dispute.The dispute resolution process is as follows:i. The homeless child and parent/guardian will submit a written dispute statement to the Director of PupilServices.ii. When it is determined that additional information would be helpful, the Director of Pupil Services willschedule a meeting within 10 days, or such time as practicable, at which the homeless child andparent/guardian will be given the opportunity to provide information in support of their positioniii. The Director of Pupil Services will contact school officials and others as determined appropriate toobtain information to corroborate the information provided in support of the positions of the homelesschild and parent/guardian and the District.iv.The Director of Pupil Services will provide a written response and explanation of a decision regardingthe dispute within 30 calendar days after receiving the dispute statement.v. The written response and explanation of the decision will include a notice of the right to appeal usingthe appeal process provided for in Nebraska Department of Education Rule 19.Legal Reference: Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-215Nebraska Department of Education Rule 19McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act 42 USC §§<strong>11</strong>431, et seqPARENT NOTIFICATIONSProfessional Qualifications of Teachers. Parents may, upon request, receive information regarding the professionalqualifications of the student’s classroom teachers. The following information may be acquired:Whether the teacher has met state licensing criteria for the grade level(s) and subject area taught.Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or provisional status through which state licensingcriteria has been waived.The undergraduate degree major of the teacher, and any graduate certification degree held by the teacher,including the field of discipline of the certification or degree.If the child is provided services by paraprofessionals, their qualifications.Drug Programs. The following drug prevention programs are used in the District that are not a part of the regularcurriculum. Parents may withdraw their student from the program or activity by submitting a written request to theprincipal.69
SCIP—<strong>School</strong> Community Intervention Program.Asset BuildersYMAD (Youth Making a Difference)<strong>High</strong> on Life WeekSupport Groups: Substance Abuse Support Group, Children of Alcoholics, Anger management Group,Friendship Group, Banana Splits–Children of Divorce, Kids Helping Kids, and Peer MediationREPORTING TO PARENTS/GUARDIANSAcademic Progress. Parent notification about unsatisfactory student academic progress is the responsibility ofthe teacher. The progress report shall reflect the educational growth of the student in relationship to his or herability and achievement. This responsibility is to be carried out as follows:A. At the end of the first four (4) weeks of each quarter or the mid-point of each marking period,parents/guardians of students doing failing or near-failing work are to be notified in writing by the teacherwith a copy of this information given to the counselor or principal. For students attending middle schoolsthat operate with hexters, those parents will be notified every three weeks or as determined by the buildingprincipal.B. At least two (2) weeks before the end of each marking period if failing or near failing work persists, theteacher should again give written notice to the students’ parents/guardians concerning the students’unsatisfactory work with a copy of this information given to the counselor or principal.Parent-teacher conferences are held at least twice a year. However, parents/guardians should feel free to call theirchild’s teacher or principal for an additional conference at any time during the year.Parents/guardians will be notified of their scheduled conference time. Conferences are designed to informparents/guardians of their child’s progress, and to give parents/guardians an opportunity to ask questions about theirchild’s work and the school program.District Assessments. District Essential Learner Outcome assessments are reported to students andparents/guardians according to the District’s timeline. By Board policy, achieving mastery levels in reading, math,writing, science and social studies at the high school level are required for graduation.STUDENT RECORDSParents, guardians, and eligible students (students who have reached age 18) who desire access to and/orphotocopying of student records must submit a written request to the school principal or the principal’s designee.The requested records shall be made available within forty-five (45) days of receipt of the request unless the requestis denied. To release information from student records to someone other than the student, the student’s parents,guardians, teachers, counselors, school officials, the school to which a student is transferring, or other persons orinstitutions legally authorized to have access, an original release signed by a parent, guardian, or eligible student andstating what specific information is to be released must be provided to the District. The District has request andrelease forms available for use by parents, guardians, and eligible students.Both parents (including the non-custodial parent) have the right of access to and copying of their child’s studentrecords unless the District has been provided with evidence that there is a court order, state statute, or legallybinding document relating to such matters as divorce, separation, or custody that specifically revokes such rights.To obtain access to a student’s records, the following procedures must be followed:A. A written request for access shall be submitted to the building principal or principal’s designee.B. The requested records shall be made available within forty-five (45) days of receipt of the request unlessthe request is denied.C. Within five (5) school days of receipt of the request, the principal or principal’s designee shall notify theperson making the request of the time and place for compliance with the request.D. Access shall be provided during regular business hours of the school day.70
E. A record of access shall be maintained and kept with the student’s records and made available only to thestudent’s parents/guardians and eligible student, to the school official and the school official’s assistantswho are responsible for the custody of such records, or other persons authorized by applicable law. Suchrecord shall identify the party requesting or obtaining access to the student’s records, and the legitimate orlawful interest that each such person, agency, or organization has in obtaining this information. Access byDistrict personnel who have a legitimate educational interest in the record need not be recorded.<strong>Student</strong>s Attaining Age Eighteen or Postsecondary Enrollment. Once a student has attained eighteen (18)years of age or is attending an institution of postsecondary education, the permission and/or consent requiredof and the rights accorded to the student’s parents/guardians shall be accorded to the student. If the studentis disabled, the type and severity of the disability shall be taken into consideration before these rights aregranted to the student.Academic and Disciplinary Matters. All student records shall be maintained in a manner which separates academicand disciplinary matters. Disciplinary materials shall be removed and destroyed after a student’s continuousabsence from the District for a period of three (3) years unless otherwise provided for by applicable law. Nothing inthis Rule shall prohibit the District from including appropriate information in the disciplinary record of any studentconcerning disciplinary action against such student for conduct that posed a significant risk to the safety or wellbeingof that student, other students, or other members of the school community; or disclosing such information toteachers and school officials in other schools who have legitimate educational interests in the behavior of thestudent.FORWARDING OF RECORDS ON STUDENT TRANSFERA copy of the student’s files or records shall be provided at no charge, upon request, to any public or private schoolto which the student transfers.DIRECTORY INFORMATIONThe District may publish in only the manners hereinafter provided, or may make available to the public in responseto a request therefore, the categories of personally identifiable information which the District has specificallydesignated as directory information pursuant to 20 U.S.C. §§ <strong>12</strong>32g(a)(5)(A) and (B), without the prior writtenconsent of parents. Such directory information for a student shall not be published and shall not be made availableto the public in response to a request therefore, if the student’s parents, guardians, or the eligible student him/herself,present to the school principal a written and signed request, not to publish or not to make available to the public inresponse to a request therefore, such directory information without the parent’s, guardian’s, or the eligible student’sprior consent. The principal must receive the written and signed request by no later than the last Friday inSeptember, preceding the upcoming school year.A. The directory information which, pursuant to 20 U.S.C. §§ <strong>12</strong>32g(a)(5)(A) and (B) the District designatesfor the purpose of making available to the public in response to a request therefore, only includes students’names.B. The directory information which, pursuant to 20 U.S.C. §§ <strong>12</strong>32g(a)(5)(A) and (B) the District designatesfor the purpose of publishing in only the manners hereinafter provided, includes the student’s name,address, telephone number, e-mail address, date and place of birth, major field of study, current grade level,participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams,dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, the most recent previous educational agency orinstitution attended by the student, photographs, and other similar information.C. The directory information designated in the immediately preceding paragraph may be published by theDistrict in only the following manners:1. In accordance with District Rule 5710.1 (IV).2. In District publications and materials, which are associated with District and/or student activitiesand events, including, but not limited to, yearbooks, annuals, newsletters, newspapers, activity andevent programs, community communications, parent communications, student communications,and notices.3. In District press or media releases.71
4. In accordance with District Rule <strong>11</strong>02.1(III)(D) regarding web publishing and directoryinformation.5. To District agents or contractors, or to District-affiliated organizations the purpose of which is toenrich or supplement the educational, instructional, curriculum, or administration programs of theDistrict.6. To government agencies and other educational institutions.D. Military recruiters and institutions of higher education shall be provided on request, with access to secondaryschool students’ names, addresses, and telephone numbers as required by 10 U.S.C. §503c and 20 U.S.C.§7908. A secondary school student’s name, address, and telephone number shall not be released to suchmilitary recruiters or institutions of higher education, if the student or the parent of the student present to theschool principal a written and signed request, not to release such information without their prior written consent.The principal must receive the written and signed request no later than the last Friday in September, precedingthe upcoming school year.RECORD AMENDMENT PROCEDURESParents or eligible students may request a hearing to challenge the content of the student’s records in order to insurethat the records are not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student,and to provide an opportunity for the correction or deletion of any such inaccurate, misleading, or otherwiseinappropriate data contained therein and to insert into such records a written explanation by the parents regarding thecontents of such records. The following procedure shall be followed:A. The proposed correction or deletion shall first be presented in writing, to the principal or designee. Theprincipal or designee shall meet with all parties concerned within five (5) school days of the receipt of therequest. Within three (3) school days of the meeting, the parties involved shall be notified in writing of theprincipal’s decision, and of the right to a hearing if they disagree.B. If the parties involved are dissatisfied with the decision rendered by the principal, they can, within ten (10)school days of receipt of the written decision of the principal, present the challenge to the Superintendent orSuperintendent’s designee. The Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee shall hold a hearing with allparties concerned within five (5) school days of the receipt of the request. The parents or eligible studentshall be notified two (2) days prior to the hearing of the date, time, and place of the hearing. The hearingwill be conducted by any individual who does not have a direct interest in the outcome of the hearing. Allpersons attending the hearing will keep confidential the information contained in the student records.C. Within three (3) school days following the hearing, the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee shallrender a decision and send notice thereof in writing to the parties involved which will comply with thefollowing:1. If it is determined that the information is inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of theprivacy or other rights of the student, the record will be amended accordingly and the parents oreligible student shall be provided with a copy of the written amendment.2. If it is determined that the information is not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation ofthe privacy or other rights of the student, the parents or eligible student shall be informed of theirright to place a statement in the record commenting on the contested information and/or statingwhy there is disagreement with the Superintendent’s decision.Parents/guardians or eligible students also have a right to reasonable requests for explanations and interpretations ofstudent records.Federal law permits a parent/guardian or eligible student to file a complaint with the Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act (FERPA) Office concerning alleged failures of the District to comply with the federal regulationsgoverning disclosure of student records. The address of the FERPA Office may be obtained from the office of theDirector of Pupil Services.Copies of District Policy and Rule regarding student records may be obtained by contacting the office of theDirector of Pupil Services, 5606 South 147th Street, Omaha, NE 68137. Photocopying cost for parents, guardians,or eligible students who desire copies of student records is set by District Rule.72
RIGHTS OF NON-CUSTODIAL PARENTS TO SCHOOL INFORMATIONThis is a summary of the District’s policy on the rights to school information of parents who do not have custody oftheir children:<strong>School</strong> RecordsNon-custodial parents shall have the same right of access to their child's student records and contact with their childas custodial parents unless restricted by District policy or rule or by law or court order.Upon request, non-custodial parents shall be entitled to exercise all parental rights regarding student records,including the right to request that the records be forwarded to other parties, unless restricted by law or court order.Conferences and InformationNon-custodial parents shall have the same right as custodial parents to attend regularly scheduled teacherconferences, IEP conferences, and to obtain copies of records of conferences unless the non-custodial parent isrestricted by law or court order. If divorced or separated parents request separate teacher conferences, the principalshall have the discretion to grant or deny such a request. Non-custodial parents shall also have the same rights ascustodial parents in obtaining general notices such as menus, parent organizations, announcement of teacherconferences, and school pictures.Other ContactsDuring or after the school day or school activity, children will be released only to the custodial parent or to lawenforcement officers unless the custodial parent has granted permission for children to be released to someone else.If custody has not been decided, the student may leave with either parent unless a court order to the contrary hasbeen provided.A. Surveys:District participation in surveys. The District will conduct all surveys of students required by law. TheDistrict will also participate in surveys of students conducted for educational purposes or which arereasonably related to the same.Protections of personal information and student privacy. No surveys shall be conducted which requirethe disclosure of personally identifiable information unless the survey is required by law, District Policy, orBoard authorization. Survey results shall not disclose personally identifiable information unless suchdisclosure is required by law, District Policy, or Board authorization.Notification and consent. No student shall be required to submit to a survey, analysis, or evaluation thatreveals information concerning political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; mentalor psychological problems of the students or the student’s family; sex behavior or attitudes; illegal, antisocial,self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior; critical appraisals of other individuals with whomrespondents have close family relationships; legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships, suchas those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers; religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student orstudent’s parent; income (other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in aprogram or for receiving financial assistance under such program); or which originates outside the District,without the prior written consent of the parent or without the prior consent of the student if the student is anadult or an emancipated minor. The District shall provide for reasonable notice of the adoption orcontinued use of this Rule directly to the parents of students enrolled in the District at least annually at thebeginning of the school year, and within a reasonable time after any substantive change in this Rule. TheDistrict shall directly notify the parents of students at least annually at the beginning of the school year, ofthe specific or approximate dates during the school year when such surveys are scheduled or expected to bescheduled.Right to inspect surveys and to opt out. The parents of District students have the right to inspect anysurvey before the survey is administered or distributed, including all instructional materials, teacher’smanuals, films, tapes, and other supplementary materials which will be used in connection with any suchsurvey. A parent shall be provided reasonable access to a survey within a reasonable period of time after a73
equest to inspect is received. Parents, adult students, and emancipated students, may opt out ofparticipation in any such survey by not providing the required prior consent, or by revoking any previouslyprovided consent.Personal information for marketing or sale. The District does not collect, disclose, or use personalinformation collected from students for the purpose of marketing or for selling that information orotherwise providing that information to others for that purpose. The District may engage in the collection,disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for the exclusive purpose of developing,evaluating, or providing educational products or services for, or to:1. <strong>Student</strong>s;2. Educational institutions, such as college or other post secondary education recruitment; bookclubs, magazines, and program providing access to low-cost literary products;3. Curriculum and instructional materials used by elementary and secondary schools;4. Tests and assessments used by elementary schools and secondary schools to provide cognitive,evaluative, diagnostic, clinical, aptitude, or achievement information about students (or to generateother statistically useful data for the purpose of securing such tests and assessments) and thesubsequent analysis and public release of the aggregate data from such tests and assessments; and5. The sale by students of products or services to raise funds for school-related or education-relatedactivities; or student recognition programs.Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment <strong>Student</strong> Fees 6750.1Pursuant to Policy 6750 and Neb. Rev. Stat. §79-2,135 et seq., the District may, and hereby does, require andcollect fees or other funds from or on behalf of District students or require District students to furnish or provide,supplies, equipment, or attire as provided for herein below.I. Elementary <strong>School</strong> Fees:A. Extracurricular Activities *1. Field Trips: <strong>Student</strong>s pay a fee of up to $20 (but not to exceed actual cost) per field trip.2. All Clubs: <strong>Student</strong>s pay a fee of up to $30 (but not to exceed actual cost of conducting the clubactivities) for membership and activities in each club.3. <strong>School</strong> will not fund competition beyond the state level.4. Optional <strong>High</strong> Ability Learner (HAL) Field Trips: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to $22 (but not to exceed actualcost) per trip.5. Choir: <strong>Student</strong>s pay a fee of $15 (but not to exceed actual cost) for screen‐printed t‐shirt.B. Special Transportation1. §79‐241 (option enrollment students): n/a2. §79‐605 (tuition students): n/a3. §79‐6<strong>11</strong> (students within 4 miles and open enrollment students): n/aC. Copies of Files/Records1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay 10 cents per page.74
D. Lost/Damaged Property1. <strong>Student</strong> pays for repair or replacement cost of property.E. Before/After/<strong>School</strong>1. Mini-Classes: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to $60 per class, including materials (6-8 sessions, but not toexceed actual cost).F. Summer/Night <strong>School</strong> *1. Regular Education Summer <strong>School</strong>: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $<strong>11</strong>5 (for 3 instructional hours per day for <strong>12</strong> days).2. Special Education Summer <strong>School</strong>: Elementary students pay $<strong>11</strong>5 (for 3.25 hours per day for <strong>12</strong> days inJune).3. Building Level Summer <strong>School</strong>: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to $3 per hour, including materials.G. Breakfast/Lunch Programs *1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay for breakfast (i.e., current cost of breakfast $1.30).2. <strong>Student</strong>s pay for lunch (i.e., current cost of lunch $2.05).H. Non-Specialized Attire1. PE: <strong>Student</strong>s provide tennis shoes.2. Art: <strong>Student</strong>s provide a paint shirt.I. Musical Instruments (Optional Courses, Non-Extracurricular) *1. Band & Strings: <strong>Student</strong>s provide their own instruments.* The requirements marked with an asterisk (*) may be waived for students who qualify for free andreduced-price lunches.II.Middle <strong>School</strong> Fees:A. Extracurricular Activities*1. Optional <strong>High</strong> Ability Learner (HAL) Field Trips: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to $20 (but not toexceed actual cost) per trip – such trips may include the NASA Space Workshop (DesMoines Science Center); Lewis & Clark; Writer’s Workshop; Archeology Workshop; CityPlanning Workshop; as well as other opportunities that may arise as a result ofprogramming by area institutions.2. Montessori Immersion Experiences: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to a total of $400 (but not toexceed actual cost) for up to four trips.3. <strong>School</strong> will not fund competition beyond the state level.4. Sixth Grade Outdoor Education at <strong>North</strong> Middle <strong>School</strong>: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to $50.5. Other optional field trips sanctioned by the building administration: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to$15 (but not to exceed actual cost) for each trip.6. All Clubs: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $0 to $140 (not to exceed the cost of conducting club activities)for membership and activities in each club.75
7. Athletics: <strong>Student</strong>s pay a $40 participation fee for football. <strong>Student</strong>s pay a $35participation fee for interscholastic sports. <strong>Student</strong>s pay a $25 participation fee for eachintramural sport.8. All Sports: <strong>Student</strong>s provide elastic waist shorts, t‐shirt, socks and cold weather attire asneeded.9. Football: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes.10. Volleyball: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes for use indoors only.<strong>11</strong>. Basketball: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes for use indoors only.<strong>12</strong>. Wrestling: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes for use indoors only.13. Track: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes.14. Other Requirements: <strong>Student</strong>s who participate in athletics and/or the Cross CountryClub are required to have a sports physical (except for intramural basketball/volleyball)and must be covered by health insurance. Health insurance is available through privatecarriers, or, for those who qualify, the State of Nebraska.B. Spectator Admission / Transportation1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay an admission fee to activities, not to exceed $10 per person per event. Thesite administrator shall determine the admission charges to each “home” middle schoolevent.C. Special Transportation1. §72‐241 (option enrollment students): n/a2. §79‐605 (tuition students): n/a3. §79‐6<strong>11</strong> (students within 4 miles and open enrollment students): Transportation for students whoseresidences are two miles or more from school is provided through First <strong>Student</strong> Busing at $1.25 pertrip (with the balance of the cost paid by the District).D. Copies of Files/Records1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay 10 cents per page.E. Lost/Damaged Property1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay for repair or replacement of property.F. Summer/Night <strong>School</strong> *1. Regular Summer <strong>School</strong>: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $<strong>11</strong>5 (for 3 instructional hours per day for <strong>12</strong> days – onecourse); $230 (for 6 instructional hours per day for <strong>12</strong> days – two courses); $60 (for 3 instructionalhours per day for 4 days).2. Special Education Summer <strong>School</strong>: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $<strong>11</strong>5 (for 3.75 hours per day for <strong>12</strong> days in June).3. Middle <strong>School</strong> After‐<strong>School</strong> Program: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to $30 (for one hour per day for one week); upto $60 (for 3 hours per day for one week).4. Summer Opportunities instruction for students – no more than $150 (per opportunity per student).5. Transition Programs: $10.76
G. Breakfast/Lunch Programs *1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay for breakfast (i.e., current cost of breakfast $1.55).2. <strong>Student</strong>s pay for lunch (i.e., current cost of lunch $2.25). A la carte selections vary in price.H. Non-Specialized Attire1. PE: <strong>Student</strong>s provide athletic shoes, elastic waist shorts, t-shirt, and cold weather attire asneeded.I. Musical Instruments (Optional, Non-extracurricular) *1. Band & Strings: <strong>Student</strong>s provide their own instruments.J. Music Items (Extracurricular) *1. Swing Choir & Jazz Band: <strong>Student</strong>s provide their own instruments and attire.Required performance attire will not exceed a cost of $<strong>12</strong>5.* The requirements marked with an asterisk (*) may be waived for students who qualify for free andreducedprice lunches.III.<strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Fees:A. Extracurricular Activities *1. Optional Field Trips: <strong>Student</strong>s pay a fee (not to exceed $2,000 or actual cost less revenueraised via fundraising activities and/or donations) for all optional field trips approvedby the building administration.2. All Clubs: <strong>Student</strong>s pay up to $800 (not to exceed the cost of conducting club activities)for membership and/or activities in each club.3. All Activities: <strong>Student</strong>s pay a $60 fee for participation in athletics and activities governedby the Nebraska <strong>School</strong> Activities Association (fee includes an Athletic Admission Ticketfor “home” school events). (Journalism, Concert Choir, and Orchestra are excluded.)4. Curriculum Related Activities (i.e., Marching Band, DECA, VICA, FCCLA, Debate,Forensics, and FCS). The District does not fund competitive activities for studentsbeyond the state level. Fundraising and/or donations must cover the cost of competitionbeyond the state level.5. Drama Club: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $25 for supplies, materials, and services.6. Athletics, Cheerleading and Dance: <strong>Student</strong>s are required to have a physical and must becovered by health insurance to participate. (Health insurance is available throughprivate carriers, or, for those who qualify, the State of Nebraska.)7. All Athletics: <strong>Student</strong>s provide elastic waist shorts, t‐shirt, socks, towels and coldweather attire as needed.8. Football: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes and practice jersey.9. Volleyball: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes for use indoors only.10. Basketball: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes for use indoors only andpractice jersey.77
<strong>11</strong>. Cross Country: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes.<strong>12</strong>. Tennis: <strong>Student</strong>s provide tennis racquet and appropriate athletic shoes and pay indoorcourt fees up to $30.00 per season.13. Golf: <strong>Student</strong>s provide golf clubs, golf bag, golf balls, and appropriate athletic shoes andpay range or green fees up to $30.00 per season.14. Softball: <strong>Student</strong>s provide softball glove, bat, appropriate athletic shoes, and coloredsocks.15. Baseball: <strong>Student</strong>s provide baseball glove, bat, appropriate athletic shoes, and coloredsocks and pay indoor facilities fees up to $30 per season.16. Soccer: <strong>Student</strong>s provide shin guards, appropriate athletic shoes, and colored socks andpay indoor facilities fees up to $30 per season.17. Wrestling: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes for use indoors only.18. Swimming: <strong>Student</strong>s provide swimsuits, towels, goggles and fins.19. Track: <strong>Student</strong>s provide appropriate athletic shoes.20. Dance Team/Cheerleading: <strong>Student</strong>s purchase selected uniforms and pay fees to asummer camp.21. Swing Choir: <strong>Student</strong>s will purchase required selected performance attire at a cost not toexceed $350 per student.22. Intramurals: <strong>Student</strong>s pay intramural fees, not to exceed $25 (per intramural activity,per person), for intramural participation. The site administrator shall determine the feefor each intramural activity.B. Spectator Admission / Transportation1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay admission fees, not to exceed $30 (per event, per person), to school activities. Thesite administrator shall determine the admission charges to each “home” high school event.2. Athletic Admission Ticket: <strong>Student</strong> pays $40 for admission to all “home” high school athleticevents (non‐tournament competitions).C. Post-Secondary Education1. Post‐Secondary Education Costs: <strong>Student</strong>s pay the cost of tuition and other fees only associatedwith obtaining credits from a postsecondary educational institution if the student chooses toapply for postsecondary education credit [i.e., $21.50 per credit hour for MetropolitanCommunity College (MCC), $225 per course at UNO, University of Nebraska – Omaha or $140 percredit hour and registration at UNL, University of Nebraska – Lincoln (online classes)].2. Advanced Placement Exams Fees: <strong>Student</strong>s pay the cost of each exam (i.e., currently $87 perexam).3. International Baccalaureate Exams Fees: <strong>Student</strong>s pay for the cost of testing (i.e., currentlyapproximately $650 for two years of testing).4. PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship QualifyingTest): <strong>Student</strong>s pay for the cost of testing (i.e., currently up to $20 per exam).D. Special Transportation1. §72‐241 (option enrollment students): n/a78
2. §79‐605 (tuition students): n/a3. §79‐6<strong>11</strong> (students within 4 miles and open enrollment students): n/aE. Copies of Files/Records1. Transcript fee: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $5.2. Other Requests: <strong>Student</strong>s pay10 cents per page.F. Lost/Damaged Property1. <strong>Student</strong> pays for cost of repair or replacement of property.G. Summer/Night <strong>School</strong> *1. Summer <strong>School</strong>: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $135 (for 3 instructional hours per day for 24 days, 1 one‐semestercourse); $270 for 6 instructional hours per day for 24 days, 2 one‐semester courses); or $<strong>11</strong>0 (for 3instructional hours per day for 14 days, noncredit mini class).2. Special Education Summer <strong>School</strong>: <strong>Student</strong>s pay $135 (for 3.75 hours per day for 14 days in June).3. Summer Opportunities instruction for students ‐ no more than $40 (per opportunity per student).H. Breakfast/Lunch Programs *1. <strong>Student</strong>s pay for breakfast (i.e., current cost of breakfast $1.80)2. <strong>Student</strong>s pay for lunch (i.e., current cost of lunch ‐ $2.50, or $3.00). A la carte selectionsvary in price.I. Parking Permit1. <strong>Student</strong>s wishing to park in school lots during the school day must obtain a parking permit for$30.J. Non-Specialized Attire1. PE: <strong>Student</strong>s provide athletic shoes, socks, swimsuit, towel, elastic‐waist shorts, t‐shirt, and coldweather attire as needed.2. Lifeguarding: <strong>Student</strong>s provide a CPR mouth guard.K. Musical Instruments (Optional, Non-Extracurricular) *1. Band & Strings: <strong>Student</strong>s provide their own instruments.L. Music Items (Extracurricular) *1. Pep Band: <strong>Student</strong>s provide a colored polo shirt (general description by band instructor).2. Band: <strong>Student</strong>s may provide black or white leather shoes as generally described by band instructor.* The requirements marked with an asterisk (*) may be waived for students who qualify for free andreduced-price lunches.IV.<strong>Student</strong> Fee Fund:79
A. The District shall establish a <strong>Student</strong> Fee Fund, which shall be a separate fund not funded bytax revenue.B. All money collected from students pursuant to §79‐2,<strong>12</strong>7(1) (related to extracurricularactivities), §79‐2,<strong>12</strong>7(3) (related to post secondary education costs), and §79‐2,<strong>12</strong>7(8)(related to summer school and night school) shall be deposited into the <strong>Student</strong> Fee Fund.Money expended from such fund shall be for the purposes for which it was collected fromstudents.V. Waiver of Fees and/or Requirements:A. <strong>Student</strong>s who qualify for free or reduced-priced lunches under the USDA child nutritionprograms may have fees and requirements waived for the following:1. §79‐2,133(1) Related to participation in extracurricular activities.2. §79‐2,133(1) Related to participation in extracurricular activities.3. §79‐2,131 Related to optional music courses and extracurricular music activities.B. Participating in a free-lunch program or a reduced-price lunch program shall not be requiredfor students to qualify for a waiver of fees and/or requirements.C. Any qualified student desiring a waiver of fees and/or requirements shall complete andsubmit a Request for Waiver of Fees and/or Requirements form to the building principal(or his/her designee). Once the Request is processed, the principal (or his/her designee)shall inform the student as to whether the Request was approved or denied.Free and Reduced Priced Meals Program Application InformationAll principal’s offices at <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong> District will have the current version of the Free and Reduced PricedMeals Program applications available in both English and Spanish from late July before school begins through theentire school year. Parents can apply at any time during the school year to see if their family qualifies for thisprogram. Applications are assembled into packets from several pages and sources, so applications are not availableonline at present.FAMILIES: Only one application should be completed for an entire family, even if there are children in more thanone <strong>Millard</strong> school.FOSTER CHILDREN: Foster parents need to fill out a separate application for each foster child. Foster childrenshould not be included with the family’s application since each foster child is considered a household of one by theUSDA.Original signatures are required on the applications (no faxes). Applications can be mailed or delivered to any<strong>Millard</strong> school office or can be sent to:<strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>sFood Service Department13906 F StreetOmaha, NE 68137If you have questions you can call the Food Service Office at (402) 715-1433 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.,Monday through Friday.“In accordance with Federal law and the U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibitedfrom discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.80
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 IndependenceAvenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (voice). Individuals who arehearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800)877-8339 or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”TechnologyELECTRONIC SURVEILLANCE AND MONITORINGThe Board of Education has the responsibility to maintain and protect the property of the <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s andto provide for the safety and security of its students, staff, and visitors. To meet this responsibility, the District mayutilize electronic monitoring and surveillance systems at its facilities and in school buses and vehicles used by theDistrict.INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGY USE GUIDELINESInternet Access is available to students in classrooms, computer labs, and Information Centers. The goal of thisservice is to provide students with an additional resource for locating information needed for projects and reportsthat teachers may assign.The use of the Internet, the District’s technology network, and computers is a privilege and must be consistentwith educational objectives. It is the student’s responsibility to access only authorized sites appropriate foreducational purposes. Inappropriate use of the Internet, the District’s technology network, or computers willresult in the restriction or cancellation of those privileges and/or other disciplinary action.The following are guidelines for Internet, Network, and Computer Technology usage: The District may sponsor or work with a company to provide student e-mail accounts for student usage.The identified company may provide students, along with an e-mail account, the opportunity to use blogs,message boards and other forms of electronic communication in a filtered/monitored environment. <strong>Student</strong>s are not allowed to check their outside personal e-mail accounts. Access to personal web pages,chat rooms, instant messaging, or news groups is not permitted at school. Downloading will not be allowed unless the student has permission from a teacher. The transmission of any material in violation of any Federal or state law is prohibited. This includes, but isnot limited to, copyrighted material and threatening or obscene material, messages, or pictures. The use of obscene language or language that is intended to harass, insult, or attack others is prohibited. Misuse of, damage to, and/or any attempt to access, hack, or circumvent District equipment settings andnetwork protocol, including internet filtering is prohibited. Trespassing in another’s folders, work, or files is prohibited. Use of another individual’s username and/or password is prohibited. Altering or deleting files, other than the student’s own, is strictly prohibited. <strong>Student</strong>s may not use the network or other District technology for commercial purposes.STUDENT PORTAL WEBSITE FOR STUDENT INFORMATION (secondary students only)The <strong>Millard</strong> Public <strong>School</strong>s is pleased to provide secondary students with access to their own information ascontained in the District’s student information system (Infinite Campus). Available information includes: dailyattendance, student schedules, grade book information, progress reports, and high school transcripts. All data areencrypted and secured. <strong>Student</strong>s may access their information using District provided network usernames andpasswords. The student portal may be found at https://www.campus.mpsomaha.org/campus/portal/millard.jsp.<strong>Student</strong> Portal information for the 20<strong>11</strong>-<strong>12</strong> school year will become available on or about August 10, 20<strong>11</strong>.81
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