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2019-20 STUDENT/FAMILY HANDBOOK Winnisquam Regional High School 435 West Main Street Tilton, NH 03276 Phone: (603) 286-4531 Fax: (603) 286-2006

Dana Giampaolo, Principal……………………………[email protected]

Angela Friborg, Assistant Principal……………………[email protected]

Matt Jozokos, Director of College and Career

Readiness…………………………………………………….…[email protected]

All teachers’ email addresses consist of their first initial and last name, followed by @wrsdsau59.org or

can be located at the district website www.wrsdsau59.org.

MISSION STATEMENT AND STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

Winnisquam Regional High School is a community of learners committed to promoting a sense of PRIDE:

Personal Responsibility - Demonstrating Ownership Over Self

Respect - Showing Empathy and Consideration

Integrity - Acting with Honesty Toward Self and Community

Drive - Displaying Diligence

Excellence - Going Above and Beyond

We are committed to a comprehensive system of support to assure these outcomes in a safe

environment.

Habits of Engaged Learners:

● Habit 1: Communication & Collaboration: Students will effectively communicate and respectfully collaborate with others in order to accomplish individual and common goals.

● Habit 2: Respectful Citizen: Students will demonstrate responsible behavior with a commitment to their community’s well being.

● Habit 3: Ownership Over Learning: Students will develop a variety of skills in order to demonstrate ownership over their learning.

● Habit 4: Creative Problem Solver, Critical Thinker: Students will demonstrate reasoning and originality in thinking as they solve problems and make decisions

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Table of Contents

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORY 3 FIRE DRILLS 31 WRSD 2019-2022 STRATEGIC PLAN 4 RULES AND REGULATIONS 32

DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION 33 CALENDAR OF IMPORTANT DATES 5 OFF CAMPUS PRIVILEGES 33 SCHOOL ALERT NOTIFICATIONS 5 ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT 34 DELAYED OPENINGS 5 STUDENT PARKING 34

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT/DRILLS 35 SCHOOL ATTENDANCE 6 FUNDRAISING 35 ATTENDANCE, ABSENTEEISM, AND TRUANCY 6 LOST AND FOUND 35 RSA 193:1 7 NURSE 35 RSA 193:3 7 VISITORS 35 DISMISSALS AND TARDINESS 7 MILITARY RECRUITERS ON CAMPUS 35 WRHS ATTENDANCE PRACTICES/PATTERNS 8 BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION PROCEDURES 36 SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULE 10 ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATING PROCEDURES 36 BEAR BLOCK 11 PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS 36 EVENING EVENTS 12 SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER 36 ACADEMIC INFORMATION 12 WRHS GRADING PROCEDURES 12 HIGH SCHOOL INTERVENTIONS 36 SUBMISSION OF WORK/LATE WORK 13 OFFICE RESOLUTION MEETINGS 36 REASSESSMENT POLICY 13 TEACHER RESOLUTION MEETINGS 37 EXTRA CREDIT 13 FRIDAY EVENING DETENTIONS 37 FINAL EXAMS 13 IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION 37 AP/RUNNING START COURSES 13 OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION 37 GRADE CALCULATION 14 BEHAVIOR CLASSIFICATION CHART 37 ONLINE GRADEBOOK 14 DISTRICT POLICIES/PROCEDURES 40 COMMUNICATION 15 CHILD FIND 40 NH STATE SCHOLARS 15 CUSTODY/GUARDIANSHIP 41 NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT OF 2001 16 VISITORS 41 EXTENDED LEARNING TIME 16 GRADING CALENDAR 17 CIVILITY POLICY - KEBA 41 POWERSCHOOL SIS/ ONLINE GRADEBOOK 17 VOLUNTEERS – IJOC 41 INCOMPLETE GRADES 17 STUDENT FEES, FINES, AND CHARGES - JO 42 PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES 17 STUDENT SHOWCASE 17 ADMINISTERING MEDICATIONS – JLCD 42 RECORDS 17 HANDICAP LEGISLATION – Public Law 94-142 43 AGE OF MAJORITY 18 NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY 43 LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER 18 NOTIFICATION OF DISCLOSURE DIRECTORY 44 DISTRIBUTED MATERIALS 18 504 SERVICES 44 HOMESCHOOL 18 PUBLIC INFORMATION NOTICE 45 HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMICS 18 PUPIL SAFETY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION 46 HONOR ROLLS 18 STUDENT CONDUCT 54 BEAR PRIDE 18 SEXUAL HARRASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION MAKE-UP WORK FOR ABSENCES 19 AND VIOLENCE 56 CHEATING & PLAGIARISM 19 WRSD BUS RULES/REGULATIONS 62 CREDIT REQUIREMENTS 19 BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, ETC. 63 GRADUATION CEREMONY REQUIREMENTS 19 STUDENT ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS 63 WRHS TIERED DIPLOMAS 20 ELIGIBILITY 63 GRADING POLICIES 22 PARTICIPATION 64 GRADING SYSTEM 22 SCHOOL SAFE ZONE 64 COUNSELING OFFICE 22 DRUG-FREE SCHOOL ZONES 64 RISK FACTORS FOR SUICIDE 23 DRUG/ALCOHOL USE BY STUDENTS 64 ADD/DROP PERIOD 23 ALCOHOL, DRUGS, AND NARCOTICS 65 EARLY GRADUATION 23 USE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS 65 ONLINE LEARNING LAB 24 PERSONAL AND PROPERTY SEARCHES 66 EDGENUITY GUIDELINES 24 STUDENT SEARCHES AND THEIR PROPERTY 66 MODIFIED SCHEDULES 24 SEARCH OF STUDENT AUTOMOBILES 67 VLACS (VIRTUAL LEARNING ACADEMY) 25 HAZING 67 ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT POLICY 25 WEAPONS 67 ADULT EDUCATION 25 UNAUTHORIZED COMMUNICATION DEVICES 68 EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (ELO) 25 RESPONSIBLE USE POLICY 68 HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (Hi-SET) 26 WRSD CAMERA PROTOCOL 68 INDEPENDENT STUDIES 26 AGRICULTURAL CENTER 26 SIGNAGE AND NOTIFICATION 68 LACONIA HUOT TECH 26 CAMERA PLACEMENT 68 CSI (COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, INTERESTS) 27 VIEWING 68 HIGH SCHOOL POST-GRADUATION 27 REMOTE ACCESS OF CAMERA SYSTEM 69 SCHOOL ACROSS THE STREET 27 SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES NOTICE 69 ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM GUIDELINES 28 SUBJECT TO CHANGE NOTICE 69 SUMMER CREDIT ACQUISITION 28 TRAFFIC PATTERNS 70 STUDENT ACTIVITIES 28 WRSD 2019-20 SCHOOL CALENDAR 71 DANCE DRESS CODE 28 FIELD TRIPS 28 RULES REGARDING BEHAVIOR STANDARDS 28 POSITIVE SCHOOL CLIMATE 29 BACKPACKS 30 FRAGRANCES 30 VALUABLES 30 USE OF TELEPHONES 30 HALL AND BATHROOM PASSES 30 BEVERAGES AND FOOD 30 STUDENT DRESS 30 SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM 31

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SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #59 DIRECTORY

ADMINISTRATION Superintendent of Schools.………………………………… Mr. Rob Seaward Business Administrator ……………………………………. Mrs. Amie Leigh Director of College and Career Readiness……………......... Mr. Matt Jozokos Director of Special Education ……………………………... Ms. Lisa Burbach Director of Technology ……………………………………. Mr. Bailey Rigg Director of Human Resources/Accounting.………............... Mrs. Kim Newell Athletics/Activities Director ……………………………… Mr. Brian Contorchick Facilities Manager …………………………………………. Mr. Rob Berry Food Service Director ……………………………………… Mr. Robert Cohen SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS Jasen Stock, Chairperson 187 Perkins Road Sanbornton, NH 03276 Julie Lonergan 181 Johnson Road Sanbornton, NH 03269 Jon Cilley 102 Fellows Hill Road Belmont, NH 03220

Kevin Washburn 3 Aster Drive Tilton, NH 03276 Bridget Puffinburger 242 Peverly Road Northfield, NH 03276 Julie Petty 38 Hidden Lane Northfield, NH 03276

Sean Goodwin, SAU Board Chairperson 166 Cram Road Sanbornton, NH 03269 Christina Flanders 12 Philbrook Road Sanbornton, NH 03269 Tarra LaChapelle 57 Chestnut Street Tilton, NH 03276

CHAIN OF COMMUNICATION If you feel there is a conflict or problem with a teacher, counselor, staff member, or administrator, please contact the person directly involved first. If you feel the situation is not resolved following this interaction, please go to the next step on the chain. For example, if you have a question about a certain grade:

a. Contact the teacher or staff member b. Contact the Assistant Principal c. Contact the Principal d. Contact the Superintendent e. Contact the School Board

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WRSD Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan 2019-2022 Vision Engaging Our Community For Brighter Futures

Mission Engage our Community to ignite a Passion for learning, and Together, craft and promote a Vision for brighter futures.

Core Principles

Strategic Plan SMART Goals Benefit Statements - The Why

Academic Support /

Advancement

Winnisquam Regional School District values lifelong learning and growth for all students. By June 2022, the district will have competency based curriculum that enhances academic performance and supports diverse pathways of learning both in and out of the classroom.

The benefits of achieving the goal will be........ ~ Early interventions as needed ~ Opportunities both in and out of the classroom ~ Increased voice and choice * Will iInclude competencies, assessments, practices, participation, expectations, etc. * Will address diversity through ELO's, work based Learning, VLACS, internships, enrichment, Alt Ed, HiSet, etc. * Will require educators to meet students where they are - ie. learning styles, grade level, etc.

Culture and Climate

Winnisquam Regional School District values clear communication, student engagement and school morale. Therefore, by June 2022, our district will have a united learning environment by creating an infrastructure that fosters a positive culture.

The benefits of achieving the goal will be........ ~ Boosting morale ~ Providing incentive ~ Development of meaningful relationships ~ Increased sense of pride in our school and community ~ Active participants in the learning process

Social Emotional Wellness

Winnisquam Regional School District values respectful citizenship, therefore by June 2022, the district will develop guidelines and implement strategies that will meet the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of our students to ensure a safe environment for all.

The benefits of achieving the goal will be........ ~ Behaviorally-regulated students ~ An empathetic community that is interpersonally competent ~ Students who are respectful, responsible and take an active role in their community ~ Students with a better sense of self; self-awareness, self-esteem, self-respect, self-confidence, and self-control

Community Involvement

Winnisquam Regional School District values the engagement between our students and local communities that lead to brighter futures. By June 2022, the district will establish a network of relationships within the community to build partnerships with all stakeholders, fostering reciprocal collaboration and service for all.

The benefits of achieving the goal will be........ ~ Addressing concerns and developing solutions as appropriate ~ Greater transparency and connection with the community ~ Partnerships - Internships, ELO's, work based learning, mentorships, career counseling, etc. ~ Increased pathways for communication with all stakeholders; media, open house, radio programs, community based activities, etc.

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Important 2019-20 WRHS Dates

Aug 16, 19, 20 …………………………....New Teacher Induction Aug 21, 22, 23, Oct 11, Jan 24, Mar 20 .…Teacher Workshop Days Feb 12, Apr 15, May 13, June 19 ………...ER Workshop Days August 26.......................Students Start School Aug 30 – Sept 2............Labor Day Weekend October 14.....................Columbus Day November 11................Veterans Day November 27-29...........Thanksgiving Break Dec 23 - Jan 1………..Holiday Vacation January 20......................Martin Luther King Day Feb 24 - Feb 28.............Winter Vacation April 27 – May 1...........Spring Vacation May 25...........................Memorial Day June 5 ………………...Graduation (If less than five snow days) June 12 ……………….Graduation (If we have five snow days) June 19 ……………….Last Day of School (1/2 day) – (If we have five snow days) 2019-2020 Graduation Ceremony:

If fewer than five snow days through the 2019-2020 school year: June 5, 2020 If five or more snow days through the 2019-2020 school year: June 12, 2020

SCHOOL ALERT NOTIFICATIONS The Winnisquam Regional School District uses the OneCall Notification Service to enhance parental communication. This service allows us to send a voice and/or email message to all of our students’ parents on all of their contact numbers within minutes if an emergency occurs at a school. The OneCall service also assists us in informing you directly when school cancellations, delays, or early releases occur due to inclement weather. OneCall messages are secondary; WMUR Channel 9 television (or www.wmur.com/closings/index.htm) should be checked first for the most up to date closings. It is imperative that each school has and maintains all contact information for every student. Parents and guardians are responsible for submitting this information at the beginning of each school year and whenever there is a change. To find out more information about the district alert notifications, please see the website: www.wrsdsau59.org. CALLING OFF SCHOOL The decision will be made by 6:15am. School cancellation/delay announcements will be made by the area radio and television stations (WFTN, WMUR) and the WRSD website. Please do not call the radio stations; instead, listen to the radio or watch Channel 9 for no-school announcements. Should a storm develop during the morning of a school day and conditions indicate weather and road conditions will become worse during the day, students will be sent home earlier than usual. The decision will be made around 11:00am if schools are to be dismissed early and will be announced by the area radio stations. School lunch will be served prior to dismissal. PROCEDURE FOR DELAYED OPENING Delayed opening procedures will be used as an alternative to closing schools for the whole day when there is indication that weather and road conditions may improve. The decision will be announced on WMUR and the area radio stations listed above around 6:15am. Bus transportation will start two hours later than usual, and students who walk to school should start for school two hours later than usual. Schools will close at the usual time. There will be no further announcements. However, under delayed-opening, if weather and road conditions do not improve as anticipated by 8:15am, another announcement will be made on WMUR and the radio stations in the area, canceling school for the day. Delayed Opening – Bell Schedule

Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 9:37 - 10:42 (65 minutes)

10:47 - 11:52 (65 minutes)

11:57 - 1:18 Lunch A - 11:57 to 12:22 Lunch B - 12:25 to 12:50 Lunch C - 12:53 to 1:18

1:23 - 2:30 (67 minutes)

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SCHOOL ATTENDANCE JH - ATTENDANCE, ABSENTEEISM AND TRUANCY Category: Priority/Required by Law Absences The Board requires that school-aged children enrolled in the District attend school in accordance with all applicable state laws and Board policies. The educational program offered by the District is predicated upon the presence of the student and requires continuity of instruction and classroom participation in order for students to achieve academic standards and consistent educational progress. Attendance shall be required of all students enrolled in the District during the days and hours that school is in session, except that the Principal may excuse a student for temporary absences when receiving satisfactory evidence of conditions or reasons that may reasonably cause the student’s absence. The Board considers the following to be excused absences:

1. Illness 2. Recovery from an accident 3. Required court attendance 4. Medical and dental appointments 5. Death in the immediate family 6. Observation or celebration of a bona fide religious holiday 7. Such other good cause as may be acceptable to the Principal or permitted by law Any absence that has not been excused for any of these reasons will be considered an unexcused absence.

In the event of an illness, parents must call and inform the school of the student’s illness and absence on the day of the occurrence. After five consecutive days of illness, the Principal will require parents to provide a doctor’s note. Students with excessive, habitual, and/or patterns of absences, even with parental notification, will be asked to provide professional documentation to be excused. If parents wish for their child to be absent for a reason not listed above, the parent must provide a written explanation of the reason for such absence, including why the student will be absent and for how long the student will be absent. The Principal will make a determination as to whether the stated reason for the student’s absence constitutes good cause and will notify the parents via telephone and writing of their decision. If the Principal determines that good cause does not exist, the parents may request a conference with the Principal to again explain the reasons for non-attendance. The Principal may then reconsider their initial determination. However, at this juncture, the Principal’s decision shall be final. Family Vacations/Educational Opportunities Generally, absences other than for illness during the school year are discouraged. The school principal or their designee may, however, grant special approval of absence for family vacations, provided written approval is given in advance. Parents must write a note to their child's teacher two weeks before the trip. This advance planning will allow the teacher enough time to work with parents and the student regarding homework completion. Please note that vacations exceeding two weeks per year will be denied. Truancy Truancy is defined as any unexcused absence from class or school. Any absence that has not been excused for any of the reasons listed above will be considered an unexcused absence. Ten half-days of unexcused absences during a school year constitutes habitual truancy. A half-day absence is defined as a student missing more than two hours of instructional time and less than three and one-half hours of instructional time. Any absence of more than three and one-half hours of instructional time shall be considered a full-day absence. The Principal or Truant Officer is hereby designated as the District employee responsible for overseeing truancy issues. Intervention Process to Address Truancy The Principal shall ensure that the administrative guidelines on attendance properly address the matter of truancy by including a process that identifies students who are habitually truant, as defined above. When the Principal identifies a student who is habitually truant or who is in danger of becoming habitually truant, the student shall commence an

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intervention with that student, the student’s parents, and other staff members as may be deemed necessary. The intervention shall include processes including, but not limited to: 1. Investigating the cause(s) of the student’s truant behavior; 2. Considering, when appropriate, modification of their educational program to meet particular needs that may be causing the truancy; 3. Involving the parents in the development of a plan designed to reduce the truancy; 4. Seeking alternative disciplinary measures but still retaining the right to impose discipline in accordance with the District’s policies and administrative guidelines on student discipline. 5. Determining as to whether school record-keeping practices and parental notification of the student’s absences have an effect on the child’s attendance. Parental Involvement in Truancy Intervention When a student reaches habitual truancy status or is in danger of reaching habitual truancy status, the Principal will send the student’s parent a letter which includes:

1. A statement that the student has become or is in danger of becoming habitually truant; 2. A statement of the parent’s responsibility to ensure that the student attends school; and 3. A request for a meeting between the parents and the Principal to discuss the student’s truancy and to

develop a plan for reducing the student’s truancy. Developing and Coordinating Strategies for Truancy Reduction The Board encourages the administration to seek truancy-prevention and truancy-reduction strategies along with the recommendations listed below. However, these guidelines shall be advisory only. The Superintendent is authorized to develop and utilize other means, guidelines and programs aimed at preventing and reducing truancy. 1. Coordinate truancy-prevention strategies based on the early identification of truancy, such as prompt notification

of absences to parents. 2. Assist school staff to develop site attendance plans by providing development strategies, resources, and referral

procedures. 3. Encourage and coordinate the adoption of attendance-incentive programs at school sites and in individual classrooms that reward and celebrate good attendance and significant improvements in attendance. RSA 193:1 “A parent of any child at least 6 years of age and under 18 years of age shall cause such child to attend the public school to which the child is assigned in the child’s resident district. Such child shall attend full time when such school is in session unless:

(a) The child is attending a New Hampshire public school outside the district to which the child is assigned or an approved New Hampshire private school for the same time;

(b) The child is receiving home education pursuant to RSA 193-A; (c) The relevant school district superintendent has excused a child from attendance because the child is

physically or mentally unable to attend school, or has been temporarily excused upon the request of the parent for purposes agreed upon by the school authorities and the parent. Such excused absences shall not be permitted if they cause a serious adverse effect upon the student’s educational progress. Students excused for such temporary absences may be claimed as full-time pupils for purposes of calculating state aid under RSA 186-C:18 and equitable education grants under RSA 198:41; or

(d) The child is attending a public or private school located in another state which has been approved by the state education agency of the state in which the school is located.

RSA 193:3 “Every person having the custody of a child shall cause the child to attend such a school during all the time the public schools are in session.” Students must attend the school in the district in which their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) reside(s). DISMISSALS AND TARDINESS Students should only leave school for medical appointments, emergencies, or court appearances. Before leaving, students need to sign out or be signed out of school in the Main Office. Students arriving after 7:37am must sign in the Main Office and are considered late to school. Students should be on time for each class throughout the school day. Repeated class tardiness will result in a 45-minute resolution meeting after the 3rd unexcused tardy in a quarter for any class. The 4th unexcused tardy in a quarter will result in a 3 hour Friday Evening Detention (FED). Student

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consequences will reset at the beginning of each quarter and after each FED. Teachers will notify students any time that they are marked tardy (unexcused). Tardies that are excused have no consequences. Tardies are cumulative among all courses that you are enrolled in (not for each individual class). A tardy is any class time missed fewer than 45 minutes (20 minutes in Bear Block). A class cut is missing 45 or more minutes of a class (20 minutes in Bear Block) that is unexcused or without permission and will result in a FED. Consistent abuse of missing class time may result in further consequences through the main office. Students who attend morning Huot or the Laconia HiSet may arrive to school at bus departure times (8:15am). Any student wishing to be dismissed for any reason must first present a dated parental note giving reasons for the dismissal and a current parent phone number on the day of the dismissal. Students needing to be dismissed from school due to illness or injury are required to see a school nurse. The nurse or designee will contact a parent/guardian or other adult designated by parent on emergency information sheet. A student who leaves without going to the school nurse will be considered truant from school. Unexcused dismissals will be handled in the same manner as unexcused tardiness: accumulating three in a grading quarter will result in a 45-minute detention and four will lead to assignment of a Friday Evening Detention (FED). ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES The following guidelines will enhance communication and improve the documentation process required for keeping accurate student attendance:

1. Parents MUST contact the school nurse (call 286-4531, ext. 1630) to notify and verify their son/daughter’s absence.

2. Upon return from an absence, written documentation needs to be brought to the main office for verification. 3. School attendance will be taken at the beginning of the first block. 4. Students who arrive late to school need to sign in at the main office. 5. Seniors with first period senior privileges must sign in at the main office upon arriving to school. 6. Students who wish to be dismissed must bring a valid note to the main office by 7:37am and then sign out

at the appropriate time. WINNISQUAM REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE PRACTICES and PATTERNS It is the collective responsibility of the school, parents, and students to ensure that individuals fully participate in the school day; this includes that students will arrive promptly and prepared to engage in school and will remain in class(es) throughout the day. It is the school’s responsibility to communicate attendance concerns to the student and their guardian, as well as to enforce its own practices and procedures. It is the responsibility of the parent to ensure that their child attends the full school day unless extenuating circumstances preclude him/her from doing so. If a student will not be in attendance - for any reason - on a given school day, a parent/guardian must contact the nurse in order to update/maintain accurate student attendance records. It is the student’s responsibility to attend school for the full school day and be actively engaged in their learning opportunities. To this end, the Winnisquam Regional School District will engage in, monitor, and enforce the following procedures: Truancy: A student who does not attend school for any of the reasons specifically listed for excusal is considered truant. As such, if a student misses a school day without excusal - including instances in which the student is absent without the school's being contacted by the parent/guardian to report the absence - the student will be issued one warning by the administration. On the second offense (and on additional offenses of this practice moving forward), the student will be issued a Friday Evening Detention. Repeated infractions of this kind may result in greater consequence(s). Parents/guardians are reminded that it is imperative that students attend school and that the school nurse be contacted in cases where the student will be unable to do so. Excused/Unexcused Absences Procedure: 1. Parent/guardian may call out their student for a total of three full days (or six half-days) of school over the course of each grading quarter due to the reasons for excusal that are listed. At the end of each grading quarter, this count restarts and the student may be excused by the parent (without a note from a doctor, etc.) for a total of three full days (or six half-days) through the next grading quarter (and so on).

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Legitimate parent excuses include: A. Personal Illness: Absences beyond 5 consecutive school days require a note from a licensed medical

professional indicating that the student is cleared to return to school. B. A Religious Holiday: Parent note required. C. Family Emergencies: These will be reviewed and considered on a case-by-case basis by the principal

and/or their designee. D. A pre-approved Personal Education Experience (including College Visits): Planned absences for

personal or educational purposes (such as college visits) must be pre-approved by the principal and/or their designee. This form can be found in the main office.

E. A pre-approved Family Trip/Vacation: The Winnisquam Regional School District, its administration, and its faculty maintain that students should attend school when it is in session; planned absences for reasons such as family vacation must be pre-approved by the principal and/or their designee. This form can be found in the main office.

Other (non-parent) acceptable excuses: A. Medical/Dental Appointments: With documentation of the visit upon the student’s return to school to

verify their having been seen. B. A School-Sponsored Activity: Coaches/Teachers/Advisors will provide roster(s) of students

participating in these activities. C. Court Appointments: With court documentation.

The following are NOT considered legitimate reasons for tardiness, dismissal, or absence:

A. The student overslept. B. The student missed the bus/missed his or her ride/his or her ride was late. C. The student was caught in traffic or could not find parking. D. The student is leaving school for an unapproved purpose (such as leaving to purchase lunch).

2. After the third full day (or 6th half-day) of parent/guardian excusals in a quarter grading period, further absence (with or without parent notification) will be listed as unexcused. 3. Any dismissal and/or absence that is accompanied by or followed by (within five school days) a signed note from a medical professional (regarding the student’s illness and/or appointment in that office) will not count against either the excused or unexcused absence totals. 4. Weekly attendance checks will be conducted through the main office; however, if concerning patterns emerge prior to those dates, the Intervention Process will commence at that time. 5. The default setting in our Student Information System (for absences and tardies alike) is Unexcused. The office staff, when an appropriate note/excusal is received/granted (within five school days, as per #3), will then update the student’s attendance to being Excused. Attendance in regards to WRHS extracurricular activities: The Winnisquam Regional School District believes that extracurricular activities enrich a student’s academic career and can open doors to an abundance of skills and opportunities. They promote personal responsibility, collaboration, and goal-setting. For a student to participate in extracurricular events (including practices, rehearsals, games, concerts, performances, dances, and/or other school-sponsored activities) on a given day, the student must:

A. Have attended school on that day (or, in the case of events that take place on non-school days, have attended on the most recent day of school). Exceptions to this practice will be made by the principal or their designee on a case-by-case basis.

B. Have arrived at school prior to 8:00 am unless special and/or prearranged permission has been granted by the principal or their designee (such as for students who have been granted privilege, a medical appointment accompanied by a note, a pre-approved college visit, a school-sponsored field trip, etc.). If a student is unable to adhere to this practice and report to school by 8:00 am as a result of injury or illness, the student will be considered physically unfit to participate on that day.

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C. Have remained at school through the entirety of the school day unless special and/or prearranged permission has been granted by the principal or their designee. Students who have been dismissed must provide documentation of an approved appointment to be eligible for after-school participation.

D. Have not served any portion of the school day in ISS (or have been suspended out of school). E. Have not been dismissed from school (by the nurse or otherwise) for illness.

ATTENDANCE PRACTICES Regardless of the reason for any class absence, it is the student’s responsibility to meet with their teachers at an appropriate time to obtain assignments. For all out of school suspensions, the student will be required to meet with the classroom teacher upon return. The student and teacher will develop a timeline for the completion of the missed work, and for every day of suspension the student will be allowed 2 days to complete the assignment, not to exceed a maximum of 20 days. All documentation for above excused absences must be received in the main office no later than 2 weeks from the date of occurrence. If documentation is not provided within the 2 week time, it will not be accepted. Leave of absence (to be completed 2 weeks prior to absence): Students and parents /guardians are advised that leaves of absence WILL count toward a student’s total number of absences. When taking such a leave, students need to:

● Bring in a note from the parent/guardian to the Assistant Principal’s Office prior to the dates to be missed. ● Obtain, complete, and return “Leave of Absence Form.”

A letter will be sent home by the Assistant Principal’s Office regarding the leave. Perfect Attendance: Students who attend all school days for all four years without any absences (excused or unexcused) will be recognized for perfect attendance. School-sponsored field trips will not count against perfect attendance. SCHOOL DAY Students may enter the building at 7am and report to the cafetorium. We welcome students for breakfast at 7:20 am. Students will be allowed to leave the cafetorium at 7:25 am. Some clubs hold meetings prior to 7:25 am in classrooms. First block will start at 7:37am with the Pledge of Allegiance. Students not present at this time will be marked absent/tardy. The school day closes at 2:30pm. Students in the hallways after classes begin should have appropriate passes. End of Day: It is important that all students remain in the building until all of the busses arrive from the Middle School to avoid problems in the parking lots.

Block Schedule

Block 1 Block 2 BEAR Block Block 3 Block 4 7:37 - 8:58 9:03 - 10:24 10:29 - 11:10 11:15 - 1:04

Huot Lunch: 11:31-11:57 Lunch A: 11:43 to 12:08 Lunch B: 12:11 to 12:36 Lunch C: 12:39 to 1:04

1:09 - 2:30

WRHS Early Dismissal Schedule (12pm Release) Block 1 Block 2 Block 4 Block 3

7:37am-8:37am 8:40am-9:40am 9:43am-10:30am

10:30am-12:00pm Lunch A – 10:30 to 11:00 Lunch B – 11:00 to 11:30 Lunch C – 11:30 to 12:00

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BEAR BLOCK The purpose of this time is to provide personalization within the school day at WRHS. Bear Block meets every day for 41 minutes. The first day of the week (Monday) is the Mentor Day. The remaining days of the week (Tuesday-Friday) are the personalization days where students work with teachers to make academic gains: Intervention: Students will have the opportunity to meet with teachers for extra help and support in areas in which they face challenges. Recovery: Students will have the opportunity to receive teacher assistance to make up work or be provided a

re-explanation of concepts due to absences, need for extra time, school-sponsored field trips, time management issues, and competency recovery.

Extensions: Students who are successful in all their courses may choose to plan self-initiated extensions such as

VLACS, extended learning opportunities, peer tutoring, and enrichments.

Mentoring Day: Students will receive their grades, review their academic progress with their Mentor, and create a plan for the week to see teachers during the personalization days (Tuesday-Friday). Students always stay with their Mentor on this first day of the week for planning. Students will leave the planning day with an individualized schedule for the week for the personalization days. How students plan: Teachers may pre-book students to be with them on a personalization day, and students are expected to attend. Teachers will pre-book students who have achieved under 70% in any course. These bookings will take priority over a student-initiated schedule. After students review pre-bookings, they may request to be booked for specific skills as reinforcement/extra help or choose a location to spend their time on the personalization days (Tuesday-Friday). Each teacher has a cap for the maximum number of students the student can take during personalization days. If a change mid-week to the schedule is wanted, a student may request a change to their schedule through any teacher as long as it does not change a pre-booking by another teacher. Personalization Days: The remaining days of the week (Tuesday-Friday), the students will follow the schedule they set on the planning day (Monday). All school-wide behavioral expectations apply. Students will be marked “Present/Active or Inactive”, “Absent”, or “Skipping”. All students will be required to attend. Students will remain in their assigned location until the block is over. Students are expected to be productive. Students who are found wandering the halls without a pass will be subject to disciplinary action. Students who do not report to their assigned location will be written up for skipping class. What type of things can students do during personalization days?

• Subject specific extra help • Make up class work • Re-take exams • Targeted intervention centers • Computer resource centers • Academic enrichment • Research • Extended learning opportunities • Independent learning projects • Student aides • Online courses • Collaborate with peers for group assignments • Career exploration • College planning • Peer mentoring • Planning community service projects • School improvement projects • Other approved activities that align with the mission of WRHS

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EVENING EVENTS Those coming to WRHS for after-school events must enter through the gym/cafe doors – not the main office entrance. During evening events, once you enter, you may not leave and then re-enter. Spectators must stay seated and refrain from talking during the performance. If you must leave during the event, you should wait until intermission or a break in the show. Children must be supervised by their guardians at all times.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION WRHS GRADING PROCEDURES Student Assessment The following represents the foundation for determining student proficiency for all subjects and for modifying instructional practices to ensure understanding and application of the intended concepts and skills. Assessments of student proficiency fall under two activities: formative and summative strategies.

Formative assessments are activities that introduce and give guided practice opportunities to the students to build their understanding to the mastery level of learning objectives. These learning activities allow teachers to monitor and provide specific feedback for improvement and/or correction and help formulate future instruction to meet each student at their current level of understanding. During the formative process, teachers address mistakes before they become habits, scaffold their instruction to provide appropriate support for the students, look to enrich the students who demonstrate mastery, and provide continual opportunities to practice new skills and reinforce learning.

Summative assessments are activities that are the culmination of the learning objectives that provide students varied opportunities to demonstrate their mastery of the content. After the use of best practices in the formative process, students will demonstrate their ability to understand learning objectives and use their critical thinking and problem solving skills to transfer learning to new and/or real-world situations. This is understood to be the basis for measures of student proficiency in norm-based assessments and for competency based mastery.

Examples of Assessments include, but are not limited to, pre-assessments, discussions, cooperative work, note-taking, homework, writing, reading, projects, presentations, unit tests, demonstrations, portfolios, essays, research papers, lab reports, etc. Assessments will be used as formative or summative, depending on how they are employed in the learning process as defined above. HOMEWORK Many courses at WRHS include learning experiences that take place beyond the scheduled class time. These may include formative and/or summative assessments. Responsible, on-time completion of these assignments contributes to the learning process. Formative homework assignments will typically be due the next class period. Teachers should recognize that students have multiple courses and should assign homework that can be completed within a 30 minute time frame for each course per night. Homework should be differentiated to reinforce content that has already been introduced. Summative homework should take multiple days to complete and include opportunities for students to receive timely feedback by the teacher prior to the final due date. SUMMER LEARNING Certain classes offered at WRHS require completion of summer assignments. Teachers who choose to assign summer work will distribute work in June, and leave copies in the main office for summer access.

Teachers who choose to assign summer work will also be available to support students during the summer on a weekly basis through email and/or Google Classroom. Teachers will establish and share their own communication plans with their students. Teachers will establish and communicate how the assignments will be assessed. All students, regardless of the date of enrollment, will have the opportunity to complete these assignments with the understanding that they are designed to be completed prior to the start of the course to be most effective. Late enrollees will create a timeline for summer work completion with their individual teachers.

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SUBMISSION OF ASSIGNED WORK Optimal learning occurs when assigned work is completed and submitted at the established deadline. Students are expected to meet due dates for all assessments in order to benefit from timely feedback and perform well on summative assessments. WRHS teachers expect students to complete work on time. Students will not be able to reassess summative assessments until all formative work is complete. Late acceptance of high-stakes assignments such as group work or time-sensitive presentations and/or acceptance of work within the final two weeks of a course is at teacher discretion. REASSESSMENT POLICY Students may request to reassess summative work to demonstrate competency. Teachers may provide a variety of formats (for example, a new test, performance task, or alternative for the same possible credit). It is the student’s responsibility to meet with the teacher regarding reassessment and to formulate a plan within 5 school days. Teachers will determine and communicate any additional requirements to exercise this option (i.e. reflection, extra help sessions, etc.). Students working toward competency by actively participating in class activities and completing all formative assessments when assigned are able to exercise this option. Students are able to achieve full credit if the reassessment is completed within the time period the teacher and student have agreed upon. Parents/guardians will be informed that the student has initiated a reassessment, and the grade will be updated to reflect completion. The school’s note section may be used for this communication. If concerns exist, the teacher will address issues/observations with the student, parent/guardian, and administration. Frequent and/or habitual reassessment may indicate an issue such as consistent unpreparedness. Teachers will communicate this to parents/guardians as reassessment may not, in such cases, be an appropriate option. EXTRA CREDIT Course assignments are developed to meet the established standards, and students are required to complete these to demonstrate mastery and earn credit. Extra credit requested or assigned to inflate a student’s grade is not acceptable at WRHS. Enrichment opportunities/experiences aligned to course competencies are always an option. FINAL EXAMS All WRHS students will take a final assessment for all their courses during scheduled exam time to demonstrate mastery of competency. Finals are designed to be a synthesis of the entire course content and are the culminating demonstration of mastery. Teachers will determine the type of assessment such as traditional pencil and paper final exam, performance task, presentations, research, reflective portfolio, or any combination of these. These scores are recorded on the report card at the end of the course’s grading period. There are no re-assessments for final exams. If a student is absent during the scheduled time for a final exam and wishes to take said assessment (during the exam makeup period), the absence must be deemed to have been the result of an excused reason (as defined under WRHS Attendance Practices and Patterns). If a student misses an exam period for an unexcused reason, their ability to make up that assessment will be at the classroom teacher’s discretion. ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) and RUNNING START COURSES These courses have dual credit (WRHS and college). There may be different expectations for grading based on guidelines from the College Board and Lakes Region Community College. Any variances to the WRHS Grading Procedures will be described in the common course outline. The following refers to the appropriate steps for students to complete the Accuplacer for such (Running Start) courses: Statistics: Passing score is 88 or above. If a student receives a score range of 82-87, the student may retake the Accuplacer once (calculators allowed). TAC Math: Passing scores: Arithmetic is 80 or above and Elementary Algebra 55 or above. Students may request a retake if they score 65-79 on the Arithmetic and 44-54 on the Elementary Algebra. Students can only retake the test once (calculators allowed). College Composition: Passing score is a 5 or above on the essay. Should a student score a 4 on the essay, the student

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will be directed to the sentence skills section. To qualify for Running Starting, a student must score at least a 75 on this section. With this assessment having a secondary test, no retakes will be offered. Retakes must be done prior to the registration deadline set by LRCC. To request a retake, see the Running Start coordinator in the school counseling office. GRADE CALCULATION Teachers will communicate the grading competencies and percentages for their course(s) on their common course outline. This scale will not slide during the course of the grading period unless predetermined in the course outline. The total of competency category percentages must equal 100%. Overall course grades will be recorded as percentage numbers in the student’s grade report. ONLINE GRADEBOOK In order to provide parents and students with ongoing, consistent progress updates, PowerSchool SIS is available and should be set up when the school year begins. This allows for parents and students to have access to an updated and current grade for each course.

○ All courses will post at least one formative and/or summative assignment per week ○ All courses will assign/report at least one summative assessment every three weeks ○ Teachers will post feedback within a week or less* after assignments are handed in

■ *Due to the time required to provide meaningful feedback, some assignments, such as term papers and cumulative projects, may take longer for the teacher to post grades in PowerSchool. If this is the case, the teacher will communicate anticipated feedback timelines to students and parents.

Final/Overall Course Grade Calculations:

Final course averages will be determined by combining the equally-weighted course competency grades. To successfully earn credit for this course, a student must pass each course competency as well as the overall class average. If, for example, a course reports out on four competency categories, the student must earn a minimum of a 70 average in each in order to receive credit. In each course, all competencies will be represented on the final exam. Students will have a final assessment in each course with at least a portion of the assessment coming during the regularly-scheduled exam period. For example, in the case of a course with four competencies: Competency One: 80% Competency Two: 75% Competency Three: 90% Competency Four: 71% Final Grade: 79%

Failed Course This is defined by a student’s ending the course with an overall grade of 70% or lower.

● After the first failure of a course, a student must retake the class in the classroom setting or recover the course through VLACS

● After failing a class twice, the student may take the class through Edgenuity

NC - Not Competent/Competency Recovery A student passed the course numerically (71% or better); however, the student failed a competency.

● Student must demonstrate proficiency in all competencies ● The student has a timeframe to recover competency credit (beyond the grading period):

o Two weeks after Q1 and Q3 o During Competency Recovery Time Q2 and Q4

● A student cannot take the next sequential class if the NC competencies are not recovered ● At the conclusion of the first semester, students will work with the teacher (utilizing Bear Block and/or

after school opportunities) to recover competencies

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COMMUNICATION TO FAMILIES WRHS teachers will make a sincere effort to establish communication with their students’ families. Parents should receive prompt communication from the teacher when students demonstrate significant gaps in understanding content, show trends of not completing assignments, and/or have behavioral issues that impact a positive learning environment. Teachers will also communicate student progress through the use of the online student information system, PowerSchool.

Parent/Teacher conferences may be scheduled upon request with any teacher. Families should reach out to teachers via email or phone to make contact when a conference is requested, just as teachers will utilize email and phone to contact parents when they feel a conference is necessary.

To offer more opportunities for contact and increase awareness of the learning that takes place in our classrooms, WRHS will welcome families into our school, hosting two Student Showcases, one in the Fall and one in the Spring. NH STATE SCHOLARS Research shows students who complete coursework at or above the New Hampshire Scholars Core Course of Study have better options for the future. That means more job offers, better job offers, and higher salaries. Remember, the Core Courses listed below are the minimum requirements to graduate as a NH Scholar. However, we recommend students complete four years of science and three years in a foreign language. The State Scholars Core Course of Study is as follows:

● English: 4 years ● Mathematics: 4 years (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Statistics, Pre-Calc, Calculus etc.) ● Science: 3 years (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or AP Chem, AP Bio, or Anat. & Phys.) ● Social Studies: 3.5 years (U.S. History, World History, World Geography, Economics, Government,

Psychology, etc.) ● Languages: 2 years (Two years of the same language other than English)

The State Scholars Stem Course of Study is as follows:


Psychology, etc.) ● Languages: 2 years (Two years of the same language other than English) ● Stem: 1 year (At least one more year chosen from Technology, Engineering, Computers, Advanced

Manufacturing, Science, Math, CTE Program, Project Lead The Way, Family Consumer Science The State Scholars Art Course of Study is as follows:


Psychology, etc.) ● Languages: 2 years (Two years of the same language other than English) ● Art: 2 years (Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Music, Graphic Design, Family Consumer Science)

The State Scholars Career Pathway of Study is as follows:

● English: 4 years

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● Mathematics: 4 years (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Statistics, Pre-Calc, Calculus etc.) ● Science: 3 years (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or AP Chem, AP Bio, or Anat. & Phys.) ● Social Studies: 3.5 years (U.S. History, World History, World Geography, Economics, Government,

Psychology, etc.) ● Languages: 2 years (Two years of the same language other than English) ● Career/Workforce Experience from these 3 Menu Items

● Successfully complete one of the following: Approved NH CTE Program, Industry- Aligned or

Career-Driven Extended Learning Opportunity, All Sequence Components in Formal Career Pathway

Program of Study, CCSNH Industry Certificate Sequence

● Successfully engage in a Work Based Learning Experience

● Successfully earn one of the following: College Credits, Industry Valued Recognized Certificate, or

Post-secondary Hours

Students will meet regularly with the State Scholars advisor to plan fundraising events, career days, and to connect with local businesses. In recent years, students have received a scholarship for graduating as a NH State Scholar and attended a special ceremony at the Statehouse in Concord. Please contact the State Scholars Advisor for more information. NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT of 2001 (NCLB) Parents Right To Know (section 1111 (h)(6)(A-c) The Winnisquam Regional School District is a recipient of Title I funds. As such, the district hereby notifies parents that they may request, and that the schools will provide the parents on request (and in a timely manner) information regarding the professional qualifications of the student’s classroom teachers. These include, at a minimum, the following: whether the teacher has met State qualifications for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction; whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other professional status that the state has waived; the degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher and the field of discipline of the certification or degree; and whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and if so their qualifications. The school must also provide parents with the following information: information on the level of achievement the child has made on all state assessments and timely notice if a child has been assigned or taught for 4 or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified. EXTENDED LEARNING TIME WRHS offers “Extended Learning Time” opportunities to provide students extra help with their classroom assignments and homework. This service is free to WRHS students. Students may also use the program if they just need a place to work quietly or need a computer to complete school work. Our goal is to assist and guide students with their studies in all subject areas to improve their understanding of each competency required for graduation. Students may also complete on-line classes during “Extended Learning Time” on one of the many computers available in the media center. To register for an on-line class through VLACS and/or EDGENUITY to recover credits or to get ahead, please contact your counselor. The “Extended Learning Time” will be staffed by one paraprofessional. Content area teachers may also be available if prior arrangements are made with individual teachers. Students are responsible for bringing their own schoolwork to this program. Students may drop-in at any time between 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in the Media Center and are asked to sign-in and out at the media center desk. The program follows the school term and does not operate during holidays or vacation days. Parents are responsible for picking up their child/children at 4:00 pm.

REPORT CARDS WRHS will no longer mail home report cards at the conclusion of marking periods. As all student grades are available, in real time, to families through our student information system, PowerSchool, we encourage all parents/guardians to refer to their PowerSchool account for the most up-to-date information in regards to student progress. Please contact the Counseling Office for assistance in establishing your PowerSchool access.

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GRADING CALENDAR Without any school cancellations or unforeseen circumstances, the following dates are when course grades will appear as final in PowerSchool for their respective course lengths: Quarter 1: Quarter 3: Start Date: 8/26/2019 Start Date: 1/22/2020 End Date: 10/31/2019 End Date: 4/2/2020 Grades Complete: 11/4/2019 Grades Complete: 4/6/2020 Quarter 2/Semester 1: Quarter 4/Semester 2: Start Date: 11/1/2019 Start Date: 4/3/2020 End Date: 1/21/2020 End Date: 6/19/2020 Grades Complete: 1/27/2020 Final Grades Published: 6/19/2020 POWERSCHOOL SIS / ONLINE GRADING Parents are encouraged to check on their child's progress and may access their child’s grades routinely using our PowerSchool Student InformationSystem (SIS) linked to our web page. A weekly posting to the gradebook portion of Tyler SIS will be recorded by teachers. This posting will include current and/or upcoming assignments for each class. Teachers will note ‘MA’ if the assignment is missing (not handed in by the student on the assigned due date). They will mark ‘TI’ if the assignment has been Turned In but has not yet been graded by the teacher. ‘NYR’ indicates that an assignment or competency has not yet been reported on or the assignment is not yet due. A teacher will utilize this in order to communicate/remind students and guardians of upcoming assessments/deadlines. Formative assessments will be graded and handed back to students with time for practice and refinement before a summative is given to allow opportunity for the learning process to be complete. Assignments will be graded and updated on PowerSchool SIS within one week of the assessment’s being turned in. Exceptions to this practice may be made for long-term/lengthy assignments like term papers and focused projects. In these cases, parents and students will be informed about the long term nature of the assignment. As well, teachers will communicate grading time frames with parents and students when the assignment is given. If you encounter a problem with the program or need instructions on how to access the program, please contact the Counseling Office Administrative Assistant for assistance. INCOMPLETE GRADES Incompletes may be issued at the discretion of the teacher and/or administration. The grade will be reflected as an “I” when the report card is issued. The student will make arrangements with the teacher to make up the work within two weeks of the report card being issued. If the missing work is not made up within two weeks, the “I” grade will be changed to reflect the student’s level of achievement with the incomplete work assessed as-is at that time. A teacher has the discretion to change the grade at any time after that two week period if it is agreed upon that extenuating circumstances warrant an extended period of time to make up the work. PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES Teachers are available and encourage conferences with parents interested in discussing the progress of their child. These conferences may be arranged by directly emailing the teacher. STUDENT SHOWCASES Once per semester, WRHS will invite parents, guardians, family members, and our community partners to celebrate the exciting academic accomplishments of our learners. Classrooms will feature student work, academic exhibitions, information on course offerings, and more. Faculty members will be available at these events, but Student Showcases are not intended to serve as individual Parent/Teacher conferences. RECORDS Student permanent records are confidential documents. The School Counseling Office is required to have a signed release before sending copies of documents to any individual or other institutions. Students and parents may request to review student records by making an appointment with the appropriate counselor.

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AGE OF MAJORITY (18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER) WRHS considers all students residing with a parent or guardian as being responsible to their parents. Regardless of age, all WRHS students will be subject to all school policies, procedures, and regulations. Behavioral expectations, school rules, and designated penalties will apply to all students. WRHS reserves the right to communicate with a parent of any student, regardless of the student’s age, unless both the student (who must be 18 or older) and the parent submit a letter to the school stating that the student is not living at home and that there is no need to keep the parent/guardian informed and there is no other outside factors having a role in the relationship (court, etc.) and the student qualifies as an independent under IRS Code. LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER The High School Library/Media Center is open Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:30 am -4:00 pm as well as Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:30 am -3:00 pm on school days. The goals of the Library/Media Center are to provide access to information, to assist students and staff in learning vital information retrieval skills, to help students learn problem-solving techniques, to integrate information skills within the curriculum, to develop a love of reading, and to develop lifelong learners. The Library/Media Center is open to all students, faculty, and staff for reading, research, and the use of audio-visual materials and equipment. Print materials may be checked out at any time the Library/Media Center is open. Books are signed out for two weeks; magazines are signed out for one week. These may be renewed if necessary. Reference books and books placed on reserve by teachers may not be taken from the Library/Media Center. Please return all Library/Media Center materials on time. A replacement cost will be charged for materials that are damaged or lost. BOOKS, CDs, AND OTHER DISTRIBUTED MATERIALS Students are responsible for texts, reference books, and other distributed materials which are assigned to them or which they have occasion to use. Books are to be treated properly. Books that are unreasonably damaged will have to be paid for. All books should be covered at all times. Any lost materials must be paid for prior to the issuance of duplicate materials. Students may use a replacement in class but will not be allowed to take a replacement from the classroom until reimbursement to the school district is received. HOMESCHOOL Parents/Guardians who are interested in information regarding homeschooling should contact the Superintendent’s Office at 286-4116.

HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMICS

HONOR ROLLS High Honors – all classes with grades above 90 and not more than one grade between 81 and 90. Honors – all classes with grades above 81 and not more than one grade between 71 and 80. No NC’s or F’s. A minimum of three (3) courses at WRHS are needed to be considered for honor roll. Online classes do not count toward the four. Students with a Withdraw Fail (WF) or an Incomplete will not be eligible for honor roll status; however, if, on completion of the incomplete assignments (within the appropriate time frame), the student then qualifies for recognition, the student will retroactively receive credit for honor roll status. BEAR PRIDE WRHS wishes to recognize the efforts and accomplishments of students who meet a variety of student-centered guidelines that enable them to be successful learners and positive contributors to the school community. In an effort to do so, at the conclusion of each grading quarter, a Bear Pride Assembly will take place to honor students who met each of three desired outcomes: 1. The student was passing all academic competency categories at the conclusion of the quarter, 2. The student received no office-assigned behavioral consequences (detention, suspensions, etc.), and 3. The student did not earn any consequences assigned due to attendance concerns (such as detention/FED due to habitual unexcused tardiness). At the end of each quarter, the student’s ‘count’ resets, and the student is again eligible to receive Bear Pride during the next grading period. Our school community will make every effort to

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collaborate with community business partners to offer palpable rewards/recognitions to these students; additionally, Bear Pride recipients will be recognized in local media sources and in displays in/throughout WRHS. MAKE-UP WORK FOR ABSENCES It is the responsibility of the student to see that all work missed from an absence is made up. Students will have two days for each day missed to complete make-up work. Students are encouraged to make up the missed work to maintain continuity of the subject matter. It is the student's responsibility to complete and keep track of their assignments. If a student is in attendance for any portion of the school day, the student is responsible for collecting assignments and submitting all work that is due on that day. CHEATING/PLAGIARISM It is considered plagiarism when a student uses another’s work without using quotation marks around and/or without giving credit to the ideas of others (through MLA Documentation Style or style specified for the course). Students should be especially careful when using internet resources as direct cutting and pasting - and even paraphrasing - another’s ideas will be recognized as plagiarism unless correct citations are used. The first offense for cheating/plagiarism will result in an FED; the initial assignment grade will be recorded as a zero until the work is redone (due by the end of the FED). The redo is eligible for full credit (on the first offense). A second offense within the same class will result in a zero grade in the course. CREDIT REQUIREMENTS To be considered full-time WRHS students, individuals in grades 9, 10, and 11 must carry at least 3 credits per semester. Seniors who are on-track for graduation despite doing so must carry at least 2 credits per semester. Requirements for class standing are as follows:

Sophomore: 6 credits earned Junior: 12 credits earned Senior: 18 credits earned

GRADUATION/CEREMONY REQUIREMENTS (see policy IKF). Although needs, abilities, and future plans of high school students vary greatly, the following minimum programs/credits shall be successfully completed in order to graduate and participate in walking and in the graduation ceremony on graduation day:

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Tiered Diploma from WRSD Policy IKF-P

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Credits required for class standing: WRHS Requirements for Class Standing Sophomore 6 Credits Junior 12 Credits Senior 18 Credits Students need to meet minimum class standing credit requirements to have access to the privileges, activities, and meetings associated with that particular class. This will include, but is not limited to, parking permits, senior privileges, and class meetings and functions. Class standing can be adjusted after credits are officially accounted for at the completion of summer school, online courses, semester classes, or any other credit-bearing coursework. A student’s official Year of Graduation (YOG) will not be adjusted in official school and state records unless the student does not meet graduation requirements at the end of their senior (fourth) year. Students shall meet the minimum graduation requirements to participate in the end of the year senior events including, but not limited to, marching practice, senior BBQ, senior class night, yearbook dedication recognition ceremony, and senior class picture.

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GRADING POLICIES Students must pass all individual course competencies to receive credit for the course. GRADING SYSTEM In compliance with our adoption of competency-based assessing and reporting practices, teachers will report on student progress utilizing points that correspond to their assessment rubrics, as seen below:

Teachers assess: Teachers enter: PowerSchool converts to:

EE - Exceeding expectations 4 90-100

* * 81-89

ME - Meeting expectations

2 71-80

AE - Approaching expectations 1 NC (Not Competent)

EU - Emerging understanding 0 F

Other possible grades: I Incomplete WF Withdrawn w/failing grade NC No Credit (failed at least one competency with a 71% or better overall grade)

* While some teachers’ rubrics may necessitate utilizing a score of ‘3,’ this “Beyond Expectations/3” level of performance would often be the result of averaged scores of ‘4’ and ‘2.’

Quality Points

Grades Levels 1, 2, 3 Level 0

90-100 3.5 - 4.0

Multiply by 1.09

80-89 3.1 - 3.4

71-79 2.1 - 3.0

All assignments will be broken down by competency area and performance indicator to gauge student’s level of competence. The resulting grades will be averaged together by competency area, with all competency categories receiving equal weight in the student’s overall grade average, as reported by the above 71-100 point conversion.

A student’s rank in class is determined by the GPA (grade point average) as outlined above, using the weighted points assigned to each level. GPA is defined as the total points earned divided by the credits attempted. Students have the responsibility, with the guidance of their parents, teachers, and counselors, to select those courses which best meet their needs, aptitudes, and abilities. However, teacher and department recommendations are considered when assigning courses that are taught at more than one level. Prerequisites must also be met.

COUNSELING OFFICE Each student is assigned a counselor for the duration of their high school experience. The Counseling Department at WRHS provides guidance and counseling services to all students from the time they enter the high school until graduation. Counseling supports the academic component of the high school with the goal being to meet the

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individual needs of each student and to help students achieve a productive high school experience. Counseling services are designed to help students with their educational, social, and career development, and students are encouraged to meet with their counselors to access the following services: Academic Counseling: Counselors assist students in becoming aware of their academic strengths and weaknesses; assist students in selecting subjects that are consistent with their personal abilities, interests, and goals; work with students to help them achieve in the classroom; develop sound study habits; and understand school-wide academic, civic, and social expectations. Personal Counseling: The counselor helps the student discover those opportunities which can best foster the fulfillment of the student’s personal needs and aspirations. This includes consideration of development or situational adjustment problems that may interfere with effective functioning. As a result of this personal counseling, the students will develop a sense of personal worth and responsibility; improve their ability for self-understanding and self-direction; and will develop realistic, personal, social, vocational, and educational plans. Career Counseling: Throughout high school, counselors assist students in developing career awareness and decision-making skills. Through the use of interest inventories and career exploration-focused websites, counselors assist students in exploring interests while considering past performance, present potential, and future opportunities. Future career and educational goals are of prime consideration in course selection. College Counseling: Self-assessment and college identification – A variety of college information and resources are available in the Counseling Department to assist the student in choosing the best schools for him or her. Application Process - Counselors are available to assist students through the college application process. Requests for transcripts and letters of recommendation should be submitted to the counselor at least two weeks prior to the deadline in order for the School Counseling Department to process the requests. Scholarships/Grants – Information regarding the financial aid process can be obtained in the School Counseling Department as well as information on local and national scholarships. Additional information can be found on a variety of websites. See your counselor for details. RISK FACTORS FOR SUICIDE: If a Winnisquam student expresses suicidal ideation or makes any statement referencing suicide or harm to oneself, a report must be made immediately to the school counselor, school nurse, or school psychologist. The student will be escorted to the counseling office (or the office of others listed above). A suicide risk assessment will be completed to determine the level of risk present. Following the assessment, the counselor will contact the student’s parents/guardians to discuss the level of risk and possible next course(s) of action. Parents will be contacted even in cases when there is a determination of no risk/low risk. Following the parent call, a follow up letter will be mailed home to parents. ADD/DROP COURSES; LATE WITHDRAWALS Parents will be advised of the courses their children take and will sign a course selection sheet in the spring for the upcoming school year. Parents are encouraged to call the School Counseling Office (286-4531) if they have any questions about courses or class schedules. Students will receive tentative course schedules for the upcoming school year in the late spring. This is a preliminary schedule and the blocks the classes are scheduled for at that time may change over the summer as the counseling office makes needed adjustments. Adjustments to student schedules must be made before the start of school, quarter, or semester. However, when there are extenuating circumstances, a student may petition to drop a class providing that the student is carrying the minimum credit requirements set by the State of New Hampshire’s Department of Education and Winnisquam Regional School District Policy. After the add/drop period, if a student withdraws from a course, the student will earn a grade of either WP if passing at the time of withdrawal or WF if failing at the time of withdrawal. A student may not add/drop and/or withdraw from any class without parent, teacher, and administrative approval. EARLY GRADUATION Students will be considered for early graduation if they meet the following requirements:

● All requests for early graduation must be made before the end of semester 1 of their junior year.

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● The student will request of the principal, in writing, that early graduation be considered. Requests should include reasons for desiring permission to graduate at the earlier date.

● Parent(s) or guardian(s) are required to submit, in writing, approval of their child’s request. ● The principal, school counseling staff, and teachers who know the student will consider the request and

certify all of the graduation requirements can be met. ● Based on this consideration by the staff, the principal will forward a recommendation to the

Superintendent. ● If the principal’s recommendation is favorable, (s)he is to state what was done to counsel the student about

their options and feel confident that a productive plan is in place for post-graduation. ● If the principal’s recommendation is not favorable, (s)he is to state reasons for this decision. ● The Superintendent will then grant or deny the request. ● The Board will receive an annual report regarding the individual requests and their disposition(s). ● With the exception of graduation exercises and senior activities (prom, awards night, banquet, Chem. Free),

students granted early graduation will not be allowed to participate in co-curricular activities when their course work is completed.

EDUCATIONAL ALTERNATIVES

ONLINE LEARNING LAB Winnisquam Regional High School students have the opportunity to receive credits in alternative ways while participating in the Online Learning Lab Room academic programs in direct correlation with our PRIDE mission which may include A+ Online Tutorial, EDGENUITY, Virtual Learning Academy Charter School courses, and other related educational alternative programs and services. Students may transfer up to 5 credits of alternative learning from an institution outside of the district while they are Winnisquam Regional High School students. Students must complete a class before recovering credits using on-line programs; the exception is VLACS which is a transfer credit. A+ Programs are for identified students only, as determined by that students team. Permission to access this program is made by referrals from the counseling department and/or administration. This program will help support at-risk students, extend learning, to prevent drop-outs, and to recover dropouts. EDGENUITY GUIDELINES: If a student takes a full class and fails with a 50% or higher, the student may recover the credit through EDGENUITY. The recovery sections are determined by the classroom teacher/department of the failed class. Other use of EDGENUITY for credit is determined on a case by case basis when agreed upon by school counseling, teacher/department, student, parent, case manager (when appropriate), and administration. An EDGENUITY registration form must be completed (with all signatures) through school counseling before a student can enroll in a EDGENUITY course. EDGENUITY courses may be supplemented with curriculum materials as determined by the departments. EDGENUITY classes that are 1 credit must be complete by the last day of school (1/2 credit classes must be complete by the end of the semester). For a student to be deemed as having successfully completed and passed a EDGENUITY course, the student must have met the passing requirements as set by EDGENUITY . Summer EDGENUITY work must be complete by the end of the summer session. At these deadlines, courses will be graded and included in the transcript. The grade will be recorded as a “Pass” for successful completion and an “F” if not successfully complete by the deadline. EDGENUITY courses must be re-taken in entirety if failed or not completed by the deadline. MODIFIED SCHEDULE This educational alternative provides at-risk students an opportunity to be academically successful by modifying their course schedules in support of their individual learning needs. This program provides students an opportunity to engage in their learning, earn course credits, recover previously failed course credits, and achieve their Winnisquam Regional High School diploma. The Alternative Education teacher, with sponsorship from a highly qualified teacher, will coordinate, oversee, and provide modified, scheduled student instruction. Students will be scheduled for a modified schedule on a semester basis. Students achieving course credit prior to the end of a semester will work on academic support with the Alternative Education teacher based on standardized tests and competencies. The modified schedule may be in conjunction with other educational alternative programs and services. Students interested in participating in the program must be approved by the student’s parent/guardian and the Principal or the Principal’s designee.

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VIRTUAL LEARNING ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (VLACS) New Hampshire’s statewide on-line virtual high school. The Academy’s goal is to use the latest internet technologies to provide our state’s high school students with anytime, anywhere access to a rigorous, personalized education that helps them learn today, graduate tomorrow, and prepare for the future. www.vlacs.org

1. Tuition-free for all students residing in NH 2. Both full-time and part-time students 3. An approved New Hampshire public school 4. Courses taught by New Hampshire certified instructors

Pre-approval for all VLACs courses is required. Please see your school counselor for the appropriate paperwork to obtain approval/signatures. All courses approved and completed through VLACs will earn WRHS credit, which is posted on the student’s transcript and counted toward the GPA. Students may transfer up to 5 credits of alternative learning from an institution outside of the district such as VLACS while they are Winnisquam Regional High School students. ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT POLICY The objective of this policy is to give students a chance to: 1. Improve their skills in an area by retaking a course for a better grade and/or 2. Improve their grade point average by re-taking a failed or low-grade course for a better grade. If a student wishes to retake a course, after consulting with their school counselor and the curriculum leader, the following conditions will apply:

1. A course may be retaken only if: a. The grade earned was equal to a “C-“ or lower. b. The course is a prerequisite for another course with a minimum grade requirement. c. A higher grade is necessary for post-secondary school acceptance. d. Space is available in the course.

2. No additional credit is earned if previous credit has been received. 3. The course may only be retaken once.

4. Both sets of grades for the course will appear on the student’s transcript. 5. Quality points will be calculated based on the higher of the two grades earned.

The following classes may be retaken for credit in addition to that which was previously earned for the same course: PE, Yearbook, Band, and Chorus. ADULT EDUCATION Winnisquam Regional High School, in partnership with the Laconia Adult Education Program and association with the New Hampshire Bureau of Adult Education, provides a variety of educational opportunities that empower adults to become life-long learners. Under the following guidelines, a student may be allowed to earn credits (up to 5) through alternative settings:

1. The adult diploma program in which the student enrolls must be endorsed by the State Department of Education.

2. The student must seek approval in writing from the principal before enrolling in a course of study for which the student is seeking credit.

3. If the student is not 18 years of age or older before enrolling in such a course, the parent or guardian must submit a written approval to the principal.

4. Requests by students will be reviewed by the principal and School Counseling Department. 5. Credits earned in the approved adult diploma program will be applied toward earning the standard

WRHS diploma. EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (ELOs) Extended Learning Opportunities allow for the primary acquisition of knowledge and skills through instruction or study outside of the traditional classroom including, but not limited to, independent study, private instruction, performing groups, internships, community service, apprenticeships, online courses, and service-oriented activities. Winnisquam Regional High School may allow extended learning opportunities as a means of meeting the diverse instructional needs of students with different talents, interests, and development. All such opportunities must be

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aligned with the school’s educational goals and objectives. These opportunities are expected to meet the content, concepts, and skills of course competencies established at the high school. Such opportunities may provide credit or supplement regular academic courses. At the discretion of the Principal or the Principal’s designee, credits can be granted for extended learning activities. Service Credit may be awarded to students involved in service-oriented activities in school such as acting as library aides, tutors, office assistants, teacher’s aides, etc. The student may volunteer for this activity if their class schedule allows. The Winnisquam Regional School District may limit students to one credit per year or equivalent to four in their high school career of extended learning opportunities unless the student has proven success in meeting course competencies through extended learning opportunities.

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (HiSET) Winnisquam Regional High School, in partnership with the Laconia Adult Education Program and association with the New Hampshire Bureau of Adult Education, provides students an opportunity to earn their HiSET during school hours at Laconia High School. To earn a HiSET, the following may be made available to Winnisquam Regional High School students:

1. Pre-test 2. Preparation classes offered in Math, Reading, Writing, Science, and Social Studies. 3. Transportation to Laconia during WRHS school hours. 4. The HiSET exam is given by appointment only. Pre-Registration is required (walk-ins will be turned

away). $95.00 HiSET Exam (Cash Only) - Scholarships may be available. HiSET classes are free; the only cost is $95 (subject to change) to take the test – due on the day of the test. It takes approximately two to four weeks for the test to be scored, and if the student passes the test, the student will receive their HiSET diploma approximately two weeks later. INDEPENDENT STUDIES Independent studies are designed to allow students to study an area of interest in which the teacher of record feels comfortable that the student can instruct and guide the student. All independent studies must have a clear curriculum outline with competencies that will be achieved by the student through participation in the independent study. An independent study form must be filled out, have the curriculum outline with competencies attached, and be signed by the teacher, the student, school counselor, the principal or the principal’s designee, and the student’s parents. Independent study provides the opportunity for students to develop a course proposal to explore aspects of specific learning topics outside the normal curriculum. Students will work with a highly qualified supervising teacher who will guide studies, evaluate assignments, and provide assessments. Depending on the nature of the course, the supervising teacher may require attendance during a study hall/class or allow the student to work independently during the student’s free time. Students must recognize that, in this stricture, they generally will not receive the level of assistance that they would if they were enrolled in a regular classroom setting. WINNISQUAM AGRICULTURE CENTER (Career and Technical Education) At the Winnisquam Regional High School, students are provided the opportunity to learn Career and Technical Education curriculum though agriculture. Students can choose multiple different areas of study to obtain knowledge that prepares them for the workforce and becoming the leaders of tomorrow. Students are able to earn industry recognized certifications and college credit, along with interdisciplinary high school credit through the agriculture classes. All students from grades 9-12 are able to apply, but the selection will be based on the criteria set forth in the application. COURSES AVAILABLE: Full-Year Partial-Year Natural Resources Floriculture Vet Science Animal & Plant Science Pet Science

LACONIA HUOT TECH (Career and Technical Education) Career and technical education is a curriculum designed to provide skills and knowledge in various occupational areas. It involves the development of an individual’s abilities and understanding of attributes that result in future employment or pursuit of post-secondary education. Students are also well prepared to participate in a competitive job market and pursue post-secondary education relating to the technical program in which they are enrolled. Most

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programs communicate with colleges to provide students with advanced placement and qualified admission. College credit may be available through NHCTC Project Running Start in selected programs. Juniors will have earned 11 credits and seniors will have earned 16 credits before attending these programs. Depending on the schedule, students may only be able to schedule 3-4 classes at Winnisquam Regional High School. Juniors have priority in 2-year programs. Seniors can register if room is available.

COURSES AVAILABLE: Business and Computer Skills Artistic Skills Business Culinary Arts

Financial Management Digital Media Arts Business Management

Mechanical and Technical Skills Human Services and Health-Related Automotive Technology Early Childhood Education Building Construction Health Science and Technology Manufacturing Engineering Tech. Bio-Medical Technology Plumbing, Heating, and HVAC Law Enforcement Pre-Engineering

Hospitality & Marketing CSI (COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, INTERESTS-PENACOOK) The CSI public charter school in Penacook is designed for students who did not receive a high school diploma but are now committed to doing so. CSI offers students a regular high school diploma based upon meeting competencies rather than meeting credit hours. Flexible hours and personalized learning plans take into account each student’s individual skills and interests. Personal learning coaches are the foundation of CSI. HIGH SCHOOL POST-GRADUATION The Winnisquam Regional School District provides the opportunity for members of the community to continue their education following secondary graduation. This provision is also made for adult members of the community beyond the age of twenty-one regardless of educational achievement. Basic education is available on a tuition-free basis. Residents of the community may attend assigned classes during the regular school day provided:

1. The student registers with the principal of the school. 2. The student accepts the responsibility for regular attendance to classes assigned. 3. The student provides their own materials (books, paper, pencils, etc.). 4. Space is available in the classroom. 5. The student does not loiter in the building before or after assigned classes or in any way detract from

the educational atmosphere of the school. 6. The student realizes the teacher’s obligation to undergraduate students and does not become a burden

to the teacher. The student shall not be classified as a regular student and will not be carried on the state register. Attendance may be terminated if the principal feels it is a detriment to the school. Completion of 10 courses will be recorded on a permanent record in the Guidance Office, and appropriate high school credits will be granted. SCHOOL ACROSS THE STREET The School Across the Street is a program currently located at the Tilton Northfield United Methodist Church across the street from the high school. This program provides at-risk students at the end of their high school careers an opportunity to engage in their learning, earn course credits, recover previously failed course credits, and achieve their Winnisquam Regional High School diploma. The Alternative Education teacher will coordinate, oversee, and provide student instruction. Students interested in participating in the program must be approved by the student’s parent/guardian and the Principal or the Principal’s designee. School Across the Street hours are from 7:37am-10:48am daily. Prospective students must be within 7 credits of graduating and be in their second semester of senior year or beyond. Exceptions may be made with approval from the Student Assistance Team and SAS staff. Interested students must complete an application with an attached completion plan that is developed by guidance, the student, and SAS staff. Trial period admission with reconsideration each semester based on progress will be made.

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ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMMING CONDUCT GUIDELINES Please note that all students attending programming on WRHS property are subject to the behavioral/conduct guidelines of this Student Handbook. SUMMER CREDIT ACQUISITION Students are eligible to earn credit if they had failed an offered course at Winnisquam Regional High School the previous school year with an average of 50% or better. The summer program is approved by the State Department of Education. The course taken in the summer will be compatible in content to the course failed. The compatibility of the content will be determined by the school administration of Winnisquam Regional High School before credit is awarded.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES Dances, events, and indoor athletic events are intended for WRHS students in good standing regardless of age and are included in this regulation. Pupils from other high schools will not be admitted to school dances unless permission is granted by the principal or assistant principal in advance; permission is at the discretion of the principal. Potential guests must complete a guest permission form 72 hours before the event. No outside guests 21 years or older will be permitted to attend dances, no exceptions. Student attendance for the complete day of an activity is required. Dance hours are from 7:00-10:00 pm. Admission to the dances will not be allowed after 9 pm. Students must remain at the event once they enter. Students will not be permitted to re-enter the area once they leave. Also refer to WRSD Policy JJA under School Policies. DANCE DRESS CODE Appropriate gentlemen’s attire: Includes suits and/or tuxedos, dress shirts with tie, dress slacks, and dress shoes. Appropriate ladies’ attire: Includes semi-formal and formal outfits. Skirt length must stay at three inches from mid-knee (including skirt slit). The top may not be low-cut in the front, may not show bare midriff or sides, and must have three inches of material from the natural waistline in the back. Strapless tops are permitted. Transparent materials are not permitted. FIELD TRIPS The school recognizes the importance of field trips as a means of helping students learn as much as possible about the world in which they live. Students on field trips are representatives of Winnisquam Regional High School. Students who misbehave may be denied participation on future trips or be required to have direct parental supervision. Before each trip, permission slips will be sent home to parents. These are to be filled in, signed, and returned to the school before a student will be allowed to go on a trip. If the child has any medical problems, it should be noted on this permission slip. Teachers and parent chaperones will be assigned to each trip to provide adequate supervision. School rules apply during field trips. A “Field Trip Teacher Grade Slip” must be completed two days in advance of the field trip. Students have an extra class day to make up any work that was assigned on the day of the field trip (unless teacher states otherwise) and must turn in the work due on the day of the field trip the next class meeting (unless teacher states otherwise). Students who wish to attend field trips must be passing all of their courses (according to MMS at the time of the signature); however, as some field trips are curriculum/course content-based, administration maintains the right to make exceptions in regards to this portion of the procedure.

RULES/REGULATIONS AND BEHAVIOR STANDARDS The faculty and staff are committed to protecting every student’s right to an education and keeping distractions to a minimum. As a result, there are rules and regulations that are designed to protect student rights and provide a safe and effective learning environment for all. Students are expected to comply with rules set forth by teachers and staff, and failure to do so may result in a variety of consequences. In cases of serious or persistent misbehavior, teachers will contact parents and, if needed, schedule a parent conference. Students may be referred to the Principal or Assistant Principal's office for further action.

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A POSITIVE SCHOOL CLIMATE: ● Is a process through which individuals learn and demonstrate expected, appropriate behaviors. ● Is an orderly and structured environment. ● Is achieved when students, parents/guardians, teachers, principals, administrative and support personnel,

superintendents, and the community, as represented by the Board of Education, accept responsibility for their own behaviors and respect the rights of others.

We Believe That: IT IS EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:

● Teach and model self-discipline ● Respect the rights of others ● Cooperate with one another ● Learn the Winnisquam Regional School District’s Student Behavior Standards ● Recognize that absenteeism is a classroom disruption ● Provide a safe and positive educational environment at school and home ● Understand that the rules and regulations governing students identified with special educational needs may

result in different consequences being applied than those applied to students who are not educationally handicapped

IT IS A STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:

● Be in charge of their own behavior ● Comply with school rules at all times ● Arrive to school and class on time ● Be prepared to learn ● Honor the teacher’s duty to teach and other students’ right to learn ● Attend school daily ● Tell school staff about any discipline concerns the student may have

IT IS A PARENT’S/GUARDIAN’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:

● Assure that the child attends school daily ● Assure that the child arrives on time and is in attendance for the full day ● Communicate to the school the child’s concerns or needs ● Encourage the child to do their best ● Contact the school if the child will be absent ● Be available for conferences ● Help the child learn about the Winnisquam Regional School District’s behavioral expectations and the

consequences of breaking rules ● Contact the school if the child is suffering from problems outside of school which may impact their ability

to concentrate and learn IT IS A TEACHER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:

● Manage classroom behaviors ● Inform and post classroom rules and behavioral expectations ● Report to parents regularly about behavioral concerns ● Enforce the Winnisquam Regional School District’s Student Behavior Standards ● Provide students with a safe school environment ● Report any suspected illegal activities to the principal

IT IS A PRINCIPAL’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:

● Enforce the Winnisquam Regional School District’s Student Behavior Standards ● Maintain high visibility in and around the school ● Communicate school rules to students, staff, and parents ● Communicate to parents and involved staff disciplinary action(s) taken ● Maintain discipline and attendance files ● Report any illegal activities to police and Superintendent’s office

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● Assume overall responsibilities for school rules being followed IT IS THE SUPERINTENDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:

● Ensure that all school principals consistently enforce the Winnisquam Regional School District’s Student Behavior Standards

● Give support and advice to school staff ● Maintain quarterly discipline reports (excluding student’s names) of incidents requiring principal’s

involvement ● Maintain high visibility in and around the school community

IT IS THE BOARD OF EDUCATION’S RESPONSIBILITY TO:

● Adopt a fair and consistent discipline policy ● Ensure, through the Superintendent of Schools, that Student Behavior Standards are consistently

implemented by all school employees ● Give directions and appropriate referrals to their constituents

BACKPACKS The use of backpacks in school is considered a privilege. Any abuse in the use of backpacks, such as concealing contraband, can result in the revocation of this privilege. FRAGRANCES Students are not to apply make-up, perfume, cologne, hand lotion, or sprays of any kind while in class. They should be applied in the bathroom or prior to coming to school. VALUABLES Students are cautioned to keep all valuables, including money and jewelry, on their persons or locked in their locker. It is suggested that students refrain from bringing valuables or large amounts of money to school. The school cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items. USE OF TELEPHONES Students who need to use the telephone may ask permission from the teacher or other adult to use the classroom phone. These requests should be based on an urgent need and whenever possible be delayed until class is not in session (before and after school, lunch period, and/or passing time). HALL AND BATHROOM PASSES All students who have a reason to leave the classroom, other than changing classes or going to lunch, must have a pass from their teacher indicating destination and time the student left the classroom. Students must sign out in the book located in each classroom with the times out and in, date, and destination. Someone must know where the student is at all times. Students in the hall or bathrooms without a pass will be issued a consequence. BEVERAGES AND FOOD Students may not have or drink energy drinks in school. Students are only permitted to drink beverages from containers with a top to prevent spills during the school day. Parents are encouraged NOT to send sodas to school for snack or lunch. Food/snacks may be allowed in the classroom at the teacher’s discretion. Food is to leave the cafeteria covered. Food and beverages are never allowed in science classes or around computers. While parents/guardians are permitted to drop food off in the main office for their WRHS students, students are not permitted to have food delivered directly to the school by businesses without being granted permission by the Principal/Assistant Principal.

STUDENT DRESS The Board recognizes that student individual dress is primarily a parental responsibility that should reflect concern for health and safety of students, staff and others. When the dress of an individual student constitutes a health problem, seems to be unsuitable for school wear, is a danger to any person, or causes a disruption or disturbance, the principal shall take appropriate action to correct the situation. The following apparel is not to be worn during the school day:

● caps, hats, and other head gear; ● tank tops;

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● clothing with offensive, vulgar, or racist language or pictures; ● tops that do not completely cover the mid-section; ● clothing that glorifies, encourages or promotes the use of alcohol or drugs.

Students who violate this policy will be given an opportunity to correct the situation by either changing the clothing, removing the clothing (if appropriate), wearing it inside-out, or other means as determined by the principal so the student is in compliance with this policy. Students who repeatedly violate this policy may face more severe punishment, including detention, in-school suspension, or out-of-school suspension. SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM The Food Service Program provides breakfast, lunch, and a variety of snacks to students and staff. The program strives to provide the most nutritious meals and outstanding service for the education and well-being of all members of our school community. All students will be issued a pin number. Students will use this pin number to access their lunch accounts. Money for the account can be deposited with cafeteria personnel each day or online at www.myschoolbucks.com. Deposits received after 9:30 am will not be credited until the following day, and online deposits can take up to 3 days to reach the account. Students may bring cash or checks made payable to: WRHS. The program provides free and reduced-price meals for qualifying families. Applications are available in the office throughout the school year. If your child qualified for free or reduced price meals at the end of the last school year, he or she will continue to receive those rates for the first thirty (30) school days or until a new application is filed. If employment changes at any time during the school year, a new application should be filed. If you have any questions, please contact the food service director at 286-7739. Free and Reduced Lunch Applications are now available online by visiting: http://wrsdsau59.schoollunchapp.com. The school will make every effort to work with families who experience financial hardship. Meal prices are as follows: $3.00 (lunch) and $1.50 (breakfast) for students. Regarding student lunch accounts, as alluded to in WRSB Policy EFAA, “It is the parents’ responsibility to provide their child with a meal from home or pay for school prepared meals. Therefore, the District’s policy is to direct communications to parents about student meal debt. When parents choose to provide meals sent from home, it is the parents’ responsibility to explain to their child the necessity of the child to not use the school meal program. When a student’s account reaches a $0.00 balance, they will be allowed an additional three (3) lunch charges after which students must pay for additional meals or bring a meal from home. Snack and a la carte items will not be available to any student with a negative account balance. The Food Service Director will work with parents to resolve negative debt. If the negative debt balance is not resolved, the parent will be requested to meet with the school principal and/or designee. If account issues remain unresolved, further action will be pursued. Note: Failure to pay for services and/or products provided is against the law. Students may check their balances at the point of sale register and will be responsible for notifying their parents of their lunch balances. Parents may check their child’s account at any time through My School Bucks, URL: https//www.myschoolbucks.com or by contacting the Food Service Director.” FIRE / EMERGENCY DRILLS Emergency plans and evacuation routes are posted in each room. Teachers will review these plans with students. Students should study the plan and become familiar with them. When the fire alarm sounds, students will immediately leave the room; running is not permitted. The first students to reach an outside door are to hold it open until all have left the building. Students should proceed to their respective meeting place with their current class and teacher. Students are not to remain in the building under any circumstances. Students finding themselves between classes (corridor, lavatory, etc.) should leave the building by the nearest possible exit and then report to their class teacher. Students are not permitted to talk during a fire drill and are to remain at least 50 feet away from the building until the signal is given to re-enter. No one is to return to the building until the signal is given by the Principal or the Assistant Principal. In addition to fire drills, the school also holds drills to prepare students for bus evacuations, lockdowns, and shelter in place as well as other drills intended to maintain the highest state of readiness to deal with unforeseeable situations. During a lockdown, it may be necessary to remain in the room if/when the fire alarm sounds; please follow the directions from the teacher.

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RULES AND REGULATIONS The following guidelines will help promote a safe, healthy, and productive environment for all school activities at Winnisquam Regional High School: Accountability: Taking responsibility for one’s actions and decisions is an important characteristic that will promote their credibility and standing in life. 1. The following will be expected for every student:

● Be where the student is supposed to be ● Provide appropriate documentation for absences, tardiness, and dismissals ● Explain their decisions and behaviors ● Be proactive in communicating their location and activities in the building (where the student is going and

what the student is doing) ● Sign in and out of their destinations (study hall, media center, etc.) ● Accept interventions and redirection when one makes poor choices or acts inappropriately ● Follow through on consequences

2. Parents will communicate with the school when their son or daughter is absent, tardy, or needs to be dismissed for legitimate, necessary reasons that cannot be conducted outside of school time. 3. If absences or behaviors become an issue, the school will communicate with the student and the parent when necessary. 4. Parents, teachers, students and administration will attend meetings deemed necessary for the student’s success. Appropriate Areas: The following areas and behaviors are acceptable for WRHS: 1. Passing in hallways:

● Hallways are used for getting to and from appropriate classrooms and areas ● Be in class before the bell rings ● Walk ● Use appropriate language (tones, decibels, and vocabulary) ● All students are expected to have a pass when in the hallway during class time. Students who fail to follow

this procedure may receive disciplinary action. 2. Parking Lot/Car:

● Only permissible when arriving at school and leaving school. ● All materials for the day need to be removed from the car before entering the building. Students will not be

allowed to go to the parking lot without staff escort. 3. Lunch areas:

● Clean up after eating or drinking ● Assist those who are maintaining the area and keeping it clean ● Food and drink is only for consumption ● Conduct conversations or activities that are not disruptive, harmful, or threatening

4. Study halls: Are available on a limited basis and capped at 25 students. Underclassmen will be allowed one study hall per two day block rotation (A/B). Seniors are allowed two study halls per two day block rotation (A/B).

● Will be scheduled when students are not scheduled for an academic class ● Are a place to work and study and are to be silent ● Are an opportunity for assistance, support, and growth ● Need to have an environment conducive to learning and studying ● Are places where students are expected to arrive on time and prepared to work. ● Students may obtain passes to use the media center, see guidance, or see teachers before reporting to the

study hall. ● Students should sign in and out of their designated areas and destinations. ● Students are to adhere to the electronic equipment guidelines. ● Students are not allowed to wear hats or visors.

5. Lockers: ● Locks can be rented for $5.00 (this money is given back at the end of the year)

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● Are used to store personal belongings ● Are used to store school property ● Are property of the Winnisquam Regional School District ● Should be kept clean and free from writing ● Can be decorated with appropriate, tasteful material ● Students should use a lock to increase the security of the locker’s content ● If the situation warrants, lockers may be searched ● Need to be completely cleaned out at the end of each school year

6. Food and Drink: ● Students are only permitted to drink beverages from containers with a top to prevent spills during the

school day. Any food leaving the cafeteria needs to be in a covered container. ● Food is allowed in the classroom ONLY with the teacher’s permission. ● Individuals will be responsible for cleaning any food/drink spills or mess.

Socially responsible: In order to be a productive member of WRHS, all people are expected to demonstrate certain humanistic qualities that support, nurture, and benefit everyone in all activities and events. The following positive characteristics will be demonstrated by all students, faculty, staff, and parents:

● Be kind: a smile goes a long way ● Be patient: listen more, speak less ● Be respectful: treat others as you would like to be treated ● Be honest: it builds character ● Be considerate: think before you speak or act ● Be helpful: take the initiative and you will receive the benefits ● Be courteous: it leaves a good impression and eases tension ● Show self-restraint: it will only make matters better

Tolerance of/for differences: It is important to realize no two people are exactly the same. We must take the time and make the effort to learn about our differences in order to better understand, respect, and accept each other as equals. Therefore, Winnisquam school members must:

● See things from all points of view: there are two sides to every story ● Respond and not react to situations: be logical instead of emotional ● Be a positive role model: be the better person ● Deflate instead of escalate: just walk away ● Let knowledge, not fear or ignorance, influence your decision: seek the truth in a positive, proactive way ● Have an open mind: do not be quick to judge

DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION This is a public building where we must be considerate of others and promote a comfortable environment for everyone. Use common sense and courtesy when displaying affection. Certain types of intimate behaviors, which might include kissing, caressing or embracing, should not be conducted within the school building or on school grounds. Continued offenses will receive appropriate disciplinary action. OFF CAMPUS PRIVILEGES Seniors/Juniors who qualify may arrive late to school or leave school grounds early with prior parental permission for up to one block a day. ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING INDEPENDENT STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR PRIVILEGES, ARE NOT ALLOWED TO LEAVE SCHOOL GROUNDS. Senior requirements include:

● Students must have earned 16 academic credits. ● A Senior Privilege Disclaimer form must be on file in the main office and signed by the student's

parent/guardian, releasing the school from responsibility while the student is off campus. ● Senior privileges for the start of the school year will be based on 4th quarter grades from the previous school

year. ● The student must have no “F’s,” “WF” or “Incompletes,” and no more than one “NC” on the previous

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● There will be no senior privileges on school days with 2 hour delays or early dismissals. The Principal may suspend privileges for the day at their discretion.

● Privileges can only be used during study halls. ● Seniors may lose the use of the card if they do not abide by the following rules:

1. Failure to maintain the academic requirements stated above. 2. Any senior who receives a suspension will lose their card for 15 days starting upon return to school

from the suspension. 3. Any senior who receives a FED will lose their card for 10 school days. 4. Seniors who fail to sign in or out of the office will lose the card for 5 school days. 5. Seniors who take other students without senior privileges out of the building will lose their card for 10

school days. 6. Habitual abusers of senior cards will be subject to administrative actions not listed. 7. Penalties are not restricted to those listed in the outline.

ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT Use of CD players, MP3 players, headphones, cell phones, beepers, or any other electronic device is not permitted during scheduled class time, including study halls and in the library. Appropriate use of electronic devices is allowed in the cafeteria and during passing from classes as long as it does not disrupt the educational environment. When in the halls or cafeteria, only one earphone may be used. Tardiness to class caused by the use of electronics will not be excused. The content of the audio/visual material must be appropriate. Electronic equipment use during scheduled class time, including study halls and in the library, needs to be pre-authorized by administration. Any violation of this policy will result in confiscation of the item and/or disciplinary action according to WRSD discipline policy. If a student fails to follow the request to turn over the electronic device, the student will be subject to further disciplinary action. STUDENT PARKING WRHS supports student drivers. Students who drive and who act responsibly can alleviate the demands of parents’/guardians’ providing their children transportation. Driving back and forth to school gives young drivers experience and develops independence. On WRSD grounds, it is expected that students will follow all procedures of process and safety. The following rules and regulations will assist in maintaining a successful student driving arrangement:

● Students with a valid driver’s license must fill out the Request for Permission to Drive form. This can be obtained in the WRHS main office or on the WRHS website.

● The yearly parking fee must be paid before a student is issued a parking pass. Arrangements can be made for financial hardships to issue a pass prior to the full payment being submitted.

● Students who drive vehicles dangerously such as (but not limited to) speeding, passing buses, and/or disobeying direction signs are subject to police intervention and/or WRHS Parking Pass suspension or revocation.

● Student vehicles are subject to School Board policy JIHB-Searches of Student Automobiles on School Property.

● Students are not allowed in or on their vehicles before, during, or after school. ● Parking spaces are issued on an availability basis. Seniors have first priority – then juniors and sophomores,

in that order. ● No student is allowed to park without a displayed, valid WRHS parking pass that was issued specifically to

that student. ● Students cannot loan, or allow another vehicle to be parked in, their spot. ● If a student changes vehicles during the course of the year, the student will inform the Assistant Principal or

secretarial staff to be issued a new pass. ● Students who drive a different vehicle than their usual one will inform the Assistant Principal or secretarial

staff. ● Students who park without a valid WRHS parking pass or in a restricted parking area are subject to the

following: -First Offense: Student is verbally warned by an administrator and required to open the spot for the rightful driver. Parents/Guardians are informed through email and/or phone call.

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-Second Offense: Student and Parent receive a written document stating the violation. The student is required to move the vehicle to open the parking spot for the rightful driver. The student will be issued a Friday Evening Detention (FED). -Third Offense: The vehicle will be booted by WRHS School Resource Officer. The student will be fined $50 and will need to pay the fine prior to removal of the boot. Parents/Guardians are informed through email and/or phone call. -Fourth Offense: The vehicle will be towed at the owner’s expense. The student will lose parking privileges and will not be refunded their initial parking pass fee. Parents/Guardians are informed through email and/or phone call.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND DRILLS The school holds regular safety drills, including fire drills, lockdowns, building evacuations, bus evacuations, shelter in place, and other drills, which are conducted for your child’s safety. Students are expected to be on their best behavior during these drills. All outside doors to the school are locked during school hours for the safety of all. Visitors will identify themselves at the front door before being buzzed in. In the event of an emergency, the school will first assess the situation, keeping student safety the top priority, and will then release communication about what is happening. FUNDRAISING All fundraising activities need to be approved in advance by the Athletic Director. LOST AND FOUND Lost articles are collected and made available to the student body. Lost clothing articles will be turned in to the nurse. A student may request permission to review these articles through the administration. NURSE The school nurse is available Monday through Friday. Students who become ill or who wish to be dismissed need to report to the nurse’s office. Parent permission must be obtained before a student is dismissed for illness. VISITORS Any student wishing to have a visitor must request permission from the Assistant Principal at least two days prior to the day of their guest’s visit and state the reason for the visit. Students will need to meet with all of their teachers to gain their approval for having a visitor in the class. All visitors must register in the office and obtain and wear a visitor’s pass when arriving to school. Administration reserves the right to be restrictive in granting permission to people who wish to visit WRHS. Students from other high schools may only visit WRHS if their own school is not in session. MILITARY RECRUITERS ON HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS It has been several years since the Department has provided any technical assistance to districts concerning the right of military recruiters to provide information about military service as a post-secondary option. If a high school provides an opportunity to colleges and businesses to come onto its campus to recruit students, it must provide recruiters the same opportunity. High schools are also required to provide military recruiters with the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of their junior and senior class students. The school should omit the name, address, and telephone number of any student who has either by parental notification, if a minor, or personal election, if 18 or older, opted out of this notification. Schools are required annually to notify parents regarding their policy of providing directory information to third parties without prior parental/student consent. In the past, the Department has suggested that high schools use this notice to also inform parents/students of their right to opt out of this program.

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BEHAVIORAL MODIFICATION PROCEDURES ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATING PROCEDURES Behavior reports will be handled as soon as possible, depending on the severity of the behavior. When a report is made, the Principal, Assistant Principal, or designee will meet with the student, discuss the concern, and make a decision. The school administrator will determine the most appropriate choice according to the severity of the offense(s) and may increase the level of consequence when factors involved in the incident are evaluated. The action taken will be written on the report. PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS The following procedures will be used when processing behaviors to ensure one’s basic constitutional rights:

1. The Superintendent of Schools or their representative is authorized to suspend pupils from school for misconduct, provided: a. Prior to any suspension of ten school days or less, the student shall be given oral or written notice of

the charges against him/her. If the student denies the charges, the student will be given an explanation of the evidence and an opportunity to justify their actions.

b. Notification will be made by phone that day. Written notice will be mailed home whenever a student is suspended.

2. In all suspensions beyond ten days and in all expulsions, “procedural due process” shall be conducted. “Procedural due process” shall include a meeting and shall include a written notice of the charge and, if desired, the opportunity to secure counsel, the opportunity to confront and cross examine witnesses to verify the student’s version of the incident, or clarify circumstances which cause the suspension or expulsion.

3. All notice of suspension or expulsion to parents or guardians should note the specific offenses and/or violations pertinent to the cause for suspension or expulsion.

4. A student may be expelled from school by the WRSB for misconduct or for refusal to conform to reasonable rules and regulations of the school and said student shall not attend school until restored by the school board. All expulsions will be subject to review if requested by a student eighteen years of age or older and parents or guardians prior to the start of each school year.

5. All students eighteen years of age or older and parents or guardians have the right to appeal any suspension lasting beyond ten school days to the school board. Any request for an appeal must be made in writing within five school days of the effective date of suspension.

6. All students eighteen years of age or older and parents or guardians have the right to appeal any expulsion to the State Board of Education.

7. Students must understand, although they have a right to a public education, they do not have the right to disrupt or interfere with the education of other students. Students who continually violate school rules and disrupt the education of others will be held accountable for their actions.

The principal and assistant principal will be responsible for determining when cases are referred to the Superintendent’s office. As a guideline, the third suspendable offense may be referred to the principal’s office for further action. That action can range from additional days of suspension to referral to the Superintendent for further action. SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER WRMS and WRHS share a School Resource Officer who is a full-time member of the Tilton Police Department. The officer works to promote a positive and safe learning environment for students, staff, parents, and community members.

HIGH SCHOOL INTERVENTIONS OFFICE-BASED RESOLUTION MEETING Students will be assigned a 45 minute resolution meeting to be served after school in a supervised area. Resolution meetings run from 2:30-3:15, Monday through Friday. Students are encouraged to bring work to complete during this time. There will be no talking, food, drink, or music. Students cannot enter the resolution meeting late. Students who fail to show for their resolution meeting may receive a Friday Evening Detention.

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TEACHER-BASED RESOLUTION MEETING Students will be assigned a 45-minute resolution meeting to be served after school in a supervised area with the teacher of conflict. Resolution meetings run from 2:30-3:15, Monday through Friday. Students are encouraged to bring work to complete during this time. There will be no talking, food, drink, or music. Students cannot enter the resolution meeting late. Students who fail to show for their resolution meeting may receive a Friday Evening Detention. FRIDAY EVENING DETENTION Students will be issued a three-hour Friday Evening Detention (FED) from 2:30-5:30 pm. This is a more significant penalty for chronic behaviors or more serious infractions. FEDs are designed to deter recurrent behaviors and prevent Out of School Suspensions. Students must arrive on time and are encouraged to bring work and reading materials that will foster learning. There will be no talking, food, drink, or music during the FED. Transportation is provided or arranged by the student’s parent/guardian. One 10-minute break will be given. Students who are late will be asked to leave immediately and will be addressed by the assistant principal. Students who fail to show to the FED, leave FED early, or are asked to leave FED, may be placed in In-School Suspension. Such students may still be required to serve the original FED. IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION In-school suspension will be used as a disciplinary action when the infraction warrants a more severe consequence than a Friday Evening Detention. Students serving an in-school suspension will be required to report to the Main Office at the beginning of the school day and remain until the end of the school day at 2:30 pm. For each day of ISS, students must satisfactorily meet the behavioral and academic expectations of ISS; these are detailed on the WRHS In-School Suspension Expectations/Contract the student will receive and sign on the morning of the suspension. Any student who does not comply with these expectations may be assigned OSS for the remainder of that day (needing to be picked up by their parent) and the student will need to serve an additional day of ISS before reentering their regular classes. Your child will be escorted to the lunchroom to get their meal to bring back to the ISS room. We encourage your child to bring a water bottle for the day. OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION The suspension is the most serious consequence a student faces for repeated offenses and/or for single incidents of gross misconduct or illegal infractions. This will be used when all other forms of interventions and consequences have been exhausted or to remove students who are a threat to themselves or others. Due process (see district policies) will be given and a decision will be made by administration. The student will be allowed to make up all work missed during out-of-school suspensions, having two school days for each day of suspension served to complete said assignment(s), not to exceed a maximum of twenty (20) school days from the date the assignment was provided by the teacher. Parents and/or administration may/should submit a work request, and teachers will make every effort to provide as much work as possible within 24 hours of being contacted. If there is work that is not completed during the suspension, upon the student’s return to school, it is the student’s responsibility to meet with their teacher. The purpose of this meeting will be to communicate the missed schoolwork and to establish a timeline for its completion. Failure to complete the assigned make-up work may result in their not receiving credit for the assignment(s). During the suspension, students will not be permitted to attend any school functions or be on school district property. This includes before and after school hours. If a student is on school grounds or at a school function during the time of their suspension, it will be considered trespassing and may become a police matter. A reentry meeting may be required prior to the student’s return from a suspension involving gross misconduct or chronic offenses. WRSD BEHAVIOR CLASSIFICATION CHART The following behavior chart outlines student violations and the response classification to those violations by grade levels. The chart is made up of four columns. The first column names the student violations in alphabetical order. The second, third, and fourth columns name the response levels for those violations by grade level: Elementary School (K-5), Middle School (6-8), and High School (9-12). At times, the response classification (1= Minor, 2=Moderate, 3=Major) will be the same for more than one grade level and, in some cases, the response classification may vary by grade level. The reason for the difference is based on what is considered typical/atypical behaviors for

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the different age groups. In all cases, consideration will be given to the severity of the offense(s), identifying the most appropriate student offense description, and any/all other factors to be considered in the incident. Please read below the chart for additional information regarding response classification descriptions and procedural responses.

Student Offense Elementary Middle High Any other behavior/act which the administrator considers to be inappropriate and/or in violation of school rules, WRSD policy, or against the law. Level to be determined by the administrator.

TBD TBD TBD

Assault (includes spitting) 3 3 3

Belligerent 2 2 2 Bringing or possessing a firearm, as defined in Sect 921 or Title XVIII of the US code on school grounds or within the “Safe School Zone”

3 3 3

Bullying/Harassment (includes cyber-bullying) 2 2 2 Causing false public alarm (bomb threat, fire alarm) 3 3 3 Cheating/plagiarism 2 2 2 Class cut 1 2 2 Demeaning/offensive materials 2 2 2 Directed profanity and/or gestures 2 2 2 Disrespect 1 1 1 Distribution, exchange, or sale of prescription or over-the-counter medication 3 3 3 Extortion 1 1 1 Failure to follow request 1 1 1 Forgery 2 2 2 Intentional destruction of property 2 3 3 Intentional/targeted aggression 2 3 3 Internal possession of drugs and/or alcohol 3 3 3 Leaving class without permission 1 1 1 Leaving the school building and/or school grounds without permission 2 2 2 Lying 1 1 1 Non-directed profanity and/ or gestures 1 1 1 Possession of a pellet, BB gun, paintball gun, or knife in a “Safe School Zone” 3 3 3 Possession of a toy weapon with the intent to threaten or harm another 3 3 3 Possession of any dangerous object which might be capable of harming another 3 3 3 Possession of drug paraphernalia 3 3 3 Possession of illegal drugs 3 3 3 Possession of a lighter, matches, or contraband 2 2 2 Possession of prescription or over-the-counter medication 2 2 2 Possession or the use of tobacco products 3 3 3 Public display of affection 1 1 1 Pushing/shoving 1 2 2 Reckless behavior 2 2 2 Repeat level 1 offense(s): 2 2 2 Repeat level 2 offense(s): 3 3 3 Repeat bullying/harassment 3 3 3 Repeated disruption and/or distraction to/of others 2 2 2 Retaliation 2 2 2 Sexting (sending, forwarding, or possession) 3 3 3 Sexual violence 3 3 3 Starting or attempting to start a fire at school 3 3 3 Teasing/taunting 1 2 2

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Technology/electronics misuse 1 1 1 Theft 2 3 3 Threatening comment (general) 2 2 2 Threatening comment (specific) 3 3 3 Unauthorized area 1 1 1 Unexcused class tardy 1 1 1 Unprepared for class 1 1 1 1= Minor 2=Moderate 3=Major CLASS 1 MINOR OFFENSES: Class 1 minor offenses usually occur in the classroom or other setting under the teacher's supervision. Occasionally, the teacher will have to call on other people for assistance; the responses at this level usually do not require the intervention of a building administrator. Procedural responses to class I offenses: A. Discuss the matter with the student. B. The staff may rely on any of the following corrective actions:

● Contact parent/guardian. The student may be present for the communication. ● Have student write a letter to parent/guardian explaining their misbehavior and require parent/guardian to

sign the letter. ● Develop a student behavior contract. ● Assign a Level 1 consequence appropriate to the school (lunch detention, recess detention, after school

detention). ● Consult with behavior specialist, guidance counselor, case manager, etc. ● Any other acceptable action as adopted by the school staff.

C. If the student does not respond to the above attempts, the student may be removed from the classroom and the parent/guardian will be notified. D. When a student is sent to the office/Behavior Specialist, a discipline referral form will be submitted by the teacher as soon as practical. The office/Behavior Specialist will maintain these forms as part of the student's disciplinary files. When necessary, teachers will be responsible for providing summary information of corrective actions attempted prior to referring the student to the office. E. Repeated or significant Class I Offenses as reviewed by appropriate staff may be treated as Class II Offenses. Tips for remediating student behavior(s) at this level: Speak with the student to identify what caused the conflict. Discuss what happened and allow the student to give their side of the story. Empathetic listening is the key. Then, develop a plan or goals so that the student does not repeat the same behaviors. A key focus in this meeting is to improve the relationship between the student and staff member. It should be a goal to realize how both sides process information, frustrations, and expectations. Below are some guiding questions that may be helpful during the meeting: What happened? Why? What triggered the conflict? How did you respond? What were the natural consequences? What would you do differently next time? What can I do to help you in the future? Students should only be removed from instruction when the misconduct is grossly inappropriate and making it impossible or extremely difficult to teach and the teacher has exhausted all other means of deterring the student’s behavior. If the student conduct is severe and the student has to be removed from the area, a complete behavior

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report must be written by the teacher. This type of incident could be part of the student’s permanent record, depending on their grade level.

Typical interventions for Class I offenses when referred to the office:

First offense: 45-minute resolution meeting

Second offense: FED

Third offense: FED/ISS

Fourth offense: Possible removal from class/ISS CLASS 2 MODERATE OFFENSES: By their nature, these acts are considered more significant violations of the student behavior standards. Class II Offenses that have not been corrected by demonstrated teacher action may require that a building administrator and/or behavior specialist become involved in the disciplinary response. Possible procedural responses to Class II offenses: A. Immediate removal of the student from the classroom. A student may be removed for the school day if their presence poses any danger to others or prevents other students from learning. Depending on the severity of the offense(s): Elementary, Middle and High Schools: Possible corrective actions:

● Notices, and/or detention(s) ● Friday Evening Detention(s) [MS/HS only] ● Parent notification will take place (mail, email or phone) ● Parent conferences may be held ● In-School or Out-of-School Suspensions may be assigned (administration only)

B. Depending on the severity and the nature of the offense, law enforcement officials may be contacted and the student may be subject to prosecution. C. Restitution for damages to school or private property may be required. *Singular severe incidents and/or repeated Class II Offenses may be treated at Class III Offenses. CLASS 3 MAJOR OFFENSES: In accordance with RSA 192-D: 2, the Safe School Zone Act, violence, weapons, and crime will not be tolerated on Winnisquam Regional School District property or at any Winnisquam Regional School District sponsored event. These acts are the most severe violations of the behavior code. Offenses at this level may go beyond the school discipline system and may be referred to law enforcement authorities. Most students involved in Class III Offenses may be removed from school immediately. Procedural responses to Class III offenses: The administrator will contact the parents and may contact the police department as needed. In addition, the following are possible consequences:

● Up to a ten (10) day out-of-school suspension from the Principal or their designee. ● Additional out-of-school suspension from the Superintendent and a possible recommendation for an

extended suspension/expulsion by the School Board. ● Any other consequences to be determined by the building administrator or their designee.

DISTRICT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

CHILD FIND As mandated by Public Law 94-142, Education for All Children Act, and the NH Standards for the Education of Children with Disabilities, public school must provide special education for all children determined to be educationally handicapped. The law also requires a school district to identify such children from birth through 21 years of age. This law applies to all children including those in non-public schools, pre-schools, and hospital settings. Parents or service providers who suspect a child might have an educationally handicapping condition are encouraged to contact that child’s school. The principal will provide information on the procedures for determining if a child is educationally handicapped and in need of special education services. For more detailed information

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about policies, procedures, services, and building contact persons established in SAU #59 for special education, you may also contact the Director of Pupil Personnel Services at (603) 286-4116. CUSTODY/GUARDIANSHIP When questions arise on routine matters, the school district will look to the parent having primary physical custody of the child. When there are court orders pertaining to a child’s guardianship, parents should provide the school with a copy of said orders. The participation of both parents having joint custody is encouraged; however, the parties themselves must coordinate the handling of routine communications sent home. VISITORS Visitors are welcome at our school. All visitors must be buzzed in through the front doors and report directly to the office so that we can issue a visitor’s pass. To prevent disruption to the instructional process, visitors are asked to call ahead to arrange a visit through the school administration. Visitors will be given a pass to wear; this lets the staff know that you have been cleared to be in the building. CIVILITY POLICY-KEBA Members of the Winnisquam Regional School District staff will treat parents and other members of the public with respect and expect the same in return. The district must keep schools and administrative offices free from disruptions and prevent unauthorized persons from entering school/district grounds. Accordingly, this policy promotes mutual respect, civility, and orderly conduct among district employees, parents, and the public. We do not intend this policy to deprive any person of his or her right to freedom of expression. Rather, we seek to maintain, to the extent possible and reasonable, a safe, harassment-free workplace for our students and staff. In the interest of presenting teachers and other employees as positive role models, we encourage positive communication and discourage volatile, hostile, or aggressive actions. This district seeks public cooperation with this endeavor.

1. Disruptive Individual Must Leave School Grounds. Any individual who disrupts or threatens to disrupt school/office operations, threatens the health and safety of students or staff, willfully causes property damage, uses loud and/or offensive language that could provoke a violent reaction, or who has otherwise established a continued pattern of unauthorized entry on school district property will be directed to leave school or school district property promptly by the school’s principal and/or other chief administrative officer.

2. Directions to Staff in Dealing with Abusive Individuals. If any member of the public uses obscenities or speaks in a demanding, loud, insulting, and/or demeaning manner, the administrator or employee to whom the remarks are directed will calmly and politely warn the speaker to communicate civilly. If the abusive individual does not stop the behavior, the district employee will verbally notify the abusing individual that the meeting, conference, or telephone conversation is terminated; and, if the meeting or conference is on district premises, the employee shall direct the abusive individual to leave promptly. If the individual continues to be abusive, the employee has the right to inform the individual that the police will be notified to deal with the problem immediately.

3. Provide Policy and Report Incident. When a staff member determines that a member of the public is in the process of violating the provisions of this policy, the staff member should provide a written copy of this policy at the time of occurrence. The staff member will then immediately notify his or her supervisor and provide a written report of the incident.

*It is understood that school personnel are to abide by the same principles enunciated in this policy as provided in school board policies GBAA, GBE, GBEBB, and KEB. **Students are expected to abide by the same principles enunciated in this policy as provided in the K-12 WRSD Student Discipline Procedures. VOLUNTEERS - IJOC The District recognizes the valuable contribution made to the total school program through the volunteer assistance of parents and other citizens. In working with volunteers, a District staff shall clearly explain the volunteer's responsibility. The Superintendent is responsible for developing and implementing procedures for the utilization of volunteers. The selection of volunteers will be consistent with those policies and procedures under the direction of the

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Superintendent or their designee. The voluntary help of citizens should be requested by staff through administrative channels to assist in conducting selected activities and/or to serve as resource persons. Staff members shall receive training in assignment of duties and supervision and evaluation of volunteers. Designated Volunteers At the beginning of each school year, building principals will identity a pool of people who will routinely volunteer as their designated volunteers. Designated volunteers will be required to undergo a background investigation and a criminal records check. The District will reimburse the designated volunteer for the cost of the background check. “Designated volunteer” means any volunteer who: 1. Comes in direct contact with pupils on a daily basis 2. Meets regularly with students 3. Meets with students on a one-on-one basis 4. Any other volunteer so designated by the School Board or Superintendent. 5. Attends and chaperones field trips. Designated volunteers are subject to the provisions of Policy GBCD – Background Investigation and Criminal Records Check. Volunteer Duties A. Complete an application form describing their skills, interests and availability. B. Observe in the capacity of assistants and not be assigned to roles which require specific professional training. Instructional services shall be rendered under the supervision of certified staff. C. Sign a confidentiality agreement and refrain from discussing the performance or actions of a student except with the student's teacher, counselor, or Principal. D. Defer any student problem that arises, whether of an instructional, medical, or operational nature, to a regular staff member. E. Direct elective orientation, including (1) general job responsibilities; (2) information about school facilities, routines, and procedures, including safety and evaluation; (3) work schedule and place of work; and (4) expected relationship to regular staff. F. Receive appropriate training at the building level consistent with their tasks and existing District standards. This training shall be developed under the leadership of the Principal in consultation with the volunteer coordinator. G. School district employee with whom the volunteer is working should have assignments and activities clearly defined and in writing. H. Receive evaluation and acknowledgment for their services. I. Volunteers may be terminated when: 1. Program and/or duties are no longer needed;

2. They are replaced by paid staff; or 3. In the sole judgment of the administration, their conduct does not meet the standards of the District.

Coaches Volunteer coaches of individual sports must be certified in that sport and be in compliance with the standards set by the NHIAA. Volunteers should only function under the direct supervision of a school employee. STUDENT FEES, FINES, AND CHARGES - JQ Students are responsible for all textbooks and school property entrusted to them and must ensure they receive proper care in accordance with the Student Handbook. Damage, destruction, or disappearance of school property is the responsibility of the student, and reimbursement up to replacement cost may be required by the District. ADMINISTERING MEDICATION TO STUDENTS - JLCD General Guidelines – Whenever a student has health needs which require taking medication during the school day, it will be considered as a program adjustment. Prescribed medication should not be taken during school hours if it is possible to achieve the medical regimen at home during time other than school hours. Non-prescribed medication will not be encouraged for use by students.

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Specific Guidelines - Policies and regulations in the matter of medication in schools: ● For the purpose of clarification, the school nurse may administer medical prescriptions. In the absence of

the school nurse, a designee of the building principal may assist* the student in taking medication. ● Physician’s orders for medicinal preparation for use by the student shall specify in writing the duration of

the order, the name of the drug, and the dosage. Physician’s orders shall be renewed each school year if long-term (or more often if a change in medication) dosage or time schedule is indicated.

● Upon receiving requests from the parent or physician relative to a particular student’s need for medication during school hours, the school nurse may contact the parent and family physician and give due consideration to whether the student should remain at home or whether the medication can be taken at home before and after school is in session.

● In those instances when medication must be taken during the school day, arrangements will be developed to accomplish this.

● The prescribing physician will be responsible for the medical care of the student, but assistance in his assessment of the student’s health/condition/program will be given upon request by the physician from the classroom teacher and/or school nurse on the appearance, behavior, and classroom achievement of the student.

● The school nurse may obtain additional information regarding medication, such as side-effects of the drug, results of possible refusal by the child to take medication, etc.

● The medication should be delivered directly to the school nurse, principal, or assistant principal by the parent or guardian.

● The medication should be delivered in the original pharmacy container and be properly labeled with the student’s name, the physician’s name, the date of original prescription, name and strength of medication, and directions for taking by the student.

● All prescribed medication shall be stored in a designated and secure place. The principal or their designated representative shall be responsible for the key or combination of a locked cabinet.

● Unused medication shall be picked up by a parent or guardian within ten days, or disposal by the school nurse will be carried out and duly recorded. No more than a 30-day supply will be kept and maintained by the school.

● Clarification – regarding having the required medication available to the student as needed, and observing the student as he takes, or does not take his own medication; the nurse and school personnel give only emergency first aid. Serious injuries such as fractures and cuts requiring sutures are not treated except for emergency measures until parents can be notified. When it is not possible to locate the parent, the child will be referred to his family doctor. If there is no family doctor, the child will be referred to a doctor on call at the hospital. Students who are ill may be dismissed from school, and it shall be the responsibility of the parent to come and pick them up. Should it be necessary for an ill child to go home, the student may not go home alone, but only in the company of a parent or an adult designated by the parent. Children who are in school are expected to attend physical education classes unless for medical reasons, not covered above, a doctor indicates that the child should refrain from such activity. In such cases, an alternate activity may be provided. Students shall not share any prescription or over-the counter medication with another student.

HANDICAP LEGISLATION -Public Law 94-142 The Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 (public law 94-142) guarantees all children the right to an education. Its primary goal is to give every child the learning opportunities the student needs to become as self-sufficient and productive as possible. This law goes further than any other legislation in our history in affecting the lives of handicapped children. Its aim is “to assure that all handicapped children have available to them a free and appropriate education which emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs.” A parent or guardian who has a handicapped child or who feels that their child is handicapped can become informed about the rights and responsibilities concerning the education of his or her child by contacting the school principal, resource room teachers, or the Superintendent. NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY UNDER TITLE VI AND TITLE IX It is the policy of SAU #59 – WRSD not to discriminate in their educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, language, sex, age, or handicap. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination.

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Inquiries may be directed to: or to: Title IX Coordinator U.S. Commissioner of Education 433 West Main St. 330 C Street

Tilton, NH03276 Tel: 603-286-4116 Washington, DC0200

Grievance procedures are available which provide for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging violations of Title VI and Title IX. These may be obtained at the Office of the Superintendent of Schools 433 West Main St., Tilton, NH03276 NOTIFICATION OF DISCLOSURE DIRECTORY INFORMATION Parents, or students 18 years of age or older, have the right to inspect the student’s school records. Otherwise, information found in the school record is regarded as confidential except for the student’s name, address, telephone number, date of birth, school attendance, degrees and awards, major field of study, and participation in sports and activities. This information will be released by the schools unless you, parent or student (18+), refuse such release. This must be done in writing to the Superintendent of Schools, WRSD, 433 West Main St., Tilton, and NH03276. Policy JRA. 504 SERVICES It is the policy of the Winnisquam Regional School District, SAU #59, that no otherwise qualified person shall, solely by reason of their disability, be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of, any program or activity sponsored by this district. The intent of the Winnisquam Regional School District is to meet the obligations of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. As used in this policy and any implementing regulations, “handicapped persons” means a person who has, or had, or is regarded or was regarded as having a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of a person's major life activities. This term may include students identified as disabled and students found to be eligible for services under IDEA as educationally disabled. Notice of the District’s policy on non-discrimination shall be stated in the local School Board policy manual, posted throughout the district, and published in any district statement regarding the availability of education services. The educational program of the District shall be equally accessible to all students at each grade level. Barrier-free access to school facilities shall be provided to the extent that no handicapped person is denied the opportunity to participate in a District program available to non-handicapped persons. Information as to the existence and location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by handicapped persons is available through the district 504 Coordinator and building principals. A free and appropriate public education shall be provided for each child determined to be in need of services. Such services or programs shall be provided in the least restrictive environment in barrier-free facilities comparable to those provided to non-handicapped students. No otherwise qualified student with handicaps will be denied participation in co-curricular, intramural, or interscholastic activities or any of the services offered regularly to students in this District. The Director of Pupil Personnel Services is designated as the Section 504 Coordinator. A complaint regarding violation of the law and this policy shall be subject to the District’s adopted grievance procedure, which provides for prompt and equitable resolution of disputes. Eligibility for services will be established by the provision of appropriate documentation by the concerned party, identification through the special education process, child find activities, or other reasonable alternatives. Once eligibility is established, the building principal will assign a case coordinator. A team is then established to develop a reasonable accommodation/modification plan. This plan will adhere to the district policy of non-discrimination, providing a free and appropriate public education for all students.

Inquiries regarding Section 504 may be directed to: Superintendent of Schools 433 West Main St. Tilton, NH03276 Tel. 603-286-4116

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Or the director of the Regional Office of Civil Rights, Dept. of HEW, 140 Federal St., Boston, MA 02110. Grievance procedures are available which provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging violations of Section 504.These may be obtained at the Office of Superintendent of Schools, 433 West Main St., Tilton, NH 03276. PUBLIC INFORMATION NOTICE School Administrative Unit #59, in compliance with Public Law 105-17 and the NH Standards for the Education of Students with Disabilities, is required to locate and identify all school age children who may be educationally handicapped and provide those who meet eligibility requirements with a free, appropriate public education. If you are a parent of, or know of a child age birth through 21, whom you feel may be educationally handicapped and who is not receiving an appropriate public education, please contact the Director of Student Services at 286-4116. School Administrative Unit #59 annually makes application for federal funds for special education programs and services under Part B of the Education of the Handicapped Act. The application and all related documents are available for public review at any time and comment is invited during the annual grant proposal development period. School Administrative Unit 59's Local Special Education Plan and related documents are also available for public review and comment. Separate public notice is made regarding development and revision schedules for these documents and the specific periods during which public comment is solicited. In School Administrative Unit #59, as in all New Hampshire school districts, parents have the right to review all educational records on their children, as guaranteed under Part 99 of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Section 504: To protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in all programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance, all school age children who have a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits a major life activity, have a record of such an impairment, or are regarded as having such impairment have a right to a 504 Plan of accommodation. Major life activities include walking, seeing, hearing, breathing, learning, working, caring for one’s self, and performing manual tasks. For further information regarding any of these announcements, contact the Director of Pupil Personnel Services, SAU #59, 367 West Main Street, Tilton, NH 03276

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At Winnisquam Regional School District, we believe that: We should respect ourselves and the rights of others. We all have a right to feel safe and to be treated with respect. We must learn, practice, and understand the procedures for reporting harassment. All children have a right to learn and play in a school that is free from harassment. HARASSMENT IS WRONG Harassment is when someone such as a student, adult, or a group of people, repeatedly do things or say things that make you feel: Afraid Angry Embarrassed Upset Unsafe Uncomfortable Harassment is: Not wanted Not asked for Not welcome Harassment includes words or conduct involving: Gender (boy or girl) Race (White-American, Asian, and African-American, for example) The color of your skin (black, for example) Religion (such as Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, for example) Whether someone is married or not What country you or your family comes from (Ireland, France, or Nigeria, for example) and/or whether you speak English at home A disability or handicap (if you have an illness or condition that makes it hard to walk or participate in certain activities - or if it is hard to think and talk like other students) Genetic information (information about your genetic history or condition) Some kinds of harassment are: Rude signs, teasing and name calling, dirty jokes or talk, offensive writing, notes or messages, offensive pictures, drawings, or language Inappropriate touching, particularly of private body parts Putting people down because of their gender, family background, religion, or disability A HAPPY SCHOOL IS HARASSMENT FREE You can be kind and thoughtful and respect others by: Greeting people with a smile Saying nice things to others Including people in games and activities Being aware of how your behavior affects others Changing your behavior when it is upsetting someone Getting to know new people and making them feel welcome HARASSMENT IS SERIOUS At this school the staff will: Listen when you tell. Let you know that telling is a sensible thing to do. Work out the best way to handle the situation. Keep the matter as quiet as possible. Protect you from anyone who bothers or threatens you for talking about it. Punish people who do or say things that are wrong. Punish people who try to get back at you for telling the School about it.

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The Principal or another adult in charge of handling your problem will talk or meet with you to find out what happened. He or she may talk to whoever else is/was involved and/or other people who saw the behavior. He or she will write a report. After that, the person who broke school rules may be punished or the school will do something else to make

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you feel more comfortable at school.They will try to do this within 10 days, but it may take longer. The Superintendent is someone you or your parents or guardians can talk to if you are not satisfied with the outcome. Also, you, your parents, or guardians can contact: Office of Civil Rights, Region I, John W. McCormack PO and Courthouse, Room 222, Post Office Square, Boston MA02109-4557, (617) 565-1340 WRSD BUS RULES AND REGULATIONS Pupils transported in a school bus shall be under the authority of the School District and under control of the bus driver, a legal representative of the School Board. The safety of pupils riding school buses cannot be left to chance, and it is imperative that good order and discipline is maintained on each bus. Continued disorderly conduct or persistent refusal to submit to the authority of the driver shall be sufficient reason for a pupil to be denied the privilege of transportation in accordance with the regulations of the School Board and RSA 189:9a.The driver of the bus shall be held responsible for the orderly conduct of the pupils transported. Each driver has the support of the School Board in maintaining good conduct on the bus. The rules adopted by the School Board are as follows: 1. All pupils will be picked up and/or dropped off only at predetermined stops approved by the School Board. Pupils must be ready to board the bus when it arrives. Drivers are not to wait for pupils who are not ready. Do not crowd onto the street or road when waiting for the bus. Line up and enter the bus in an orderly fashion when it arrives. 2. Pupils must board the bus in an orderly and courteous manner, go immediately to a seat, and sit down. The driver may assign seats to pupils. 3. Pupils will be expected to ride only on the school bus assigned to them. Emergency situations will be handled at the discretion of the building principal. 4. Pupils will always cross the street in front of the bus, under the driver's direction, when loading or departing the bus. Students may be asked to wait for a “thumbs-up” signal from the driver. 5. Pupils wishing to use a different bus or get off at a different location must have a note from the parent/guardian specifying the drop-off address and be pre-approved by the school office. Approval will be given only if space is available. 6. Pupils must remain seated at all times when the bus is moving; arms and heads must be inside the bus at all times. 7. Pupils must not throw anything within the bus or out of the windows of the bus. 8. Aisles are to be left free of books, lunch boxes, coats, and other objects at all times. Musical instruments and backpacks should be placed under the seat. 9. Talking should be carried on in conversational tones - never shouting or making loud noises that may distract the driver. 10. Eating or drinking is prohibited on school busses during regular bus routes to and from school. 11. Pupils loading and departing from the bus will do so from the front of the bus. Emergency doors are for emergencies only. 12. Pupils must obey instantly any request or suggestion from the bus driver pertaining to safe pupil transportation. 13. Animals of any kind are not allowed on the bus. 14. Appropriate use of technology and cell phones is permitted in accordance with school board policy. No photographs or video recordings are permitted on student devices. 15. Any other behavior/act which the administrator considers to be inappropriate and/or in violation of school rules, WRSD policy, or against the law will be responded to based on disciplinary practices of the District. Level of the offense will be determined by the administrator. Video and/or audio evidence may be reviewed and considered when determining student consequences. WHERE APPLICABLE, THE ABOVE RULES APPLY TO BOTH BUS AND BUS STOP. Normal procedure for violations: 1. Drivers are to report violators immediately (in writing) to the appropriate building principal and include the date, the trip (morning or afternoon), and the specific violation. 2. The building administrator will notify parents of bus reports and/or consequences. 3. Copies of bus suspension letter notifications will be forwarded to the Superintendent of Schools. *Severe cases may result in an immediate bus and/or school suspension

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Safety is the first priority in transporting all WRSD students. Consequences for bus infractions may result in school consequences as outlined in the WRSD Behavior Chart and Behavior Classifications and/or a suspension of bus services per policy JICC. Bus suspensions may not exceed 20 days without WRSD School Board approval. SKATEBOARDS AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES In accordance with school board policy JICBA, SKATEBOARDING IS NOT ALLOWED ON SCHOOL PROPERTY AT ANY TIME. Skateboards may be brought to school only on days when the skateboard club has an afterschool activity planned. Students must carry their boards directly to the main office for safekeeping on days when after school activities are planned. Recreational motorized transportation devices that are not state registered (such as hoverboards, etc.) are not allowed on school property. Students who travel to school by scooter or bicycle must be aware of the following:

1. All such vehicles must be walked or carried while on school property. 2. Bicycles must be stored in the bike racks behind the gym. 3. It is the responsibility of the student that their bicycle is locked at all times. 4. Scooters must be left at the main office. They may not be taken into the hallways, classrooms, or

bathrooms. 5. Scooters may not be stored in student lockers. 6. Roller blades and ‘heelies’ may not be used in school. 7. Students who do not comply with these rules will lose the privilege of bringing their bike or scooter to

school for a minimum of one week for the first offense and longer periods of time for subsequent violations.

BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, AND ROLLERBLADES- JICBA Bicycles may be ridden to and from school where permitted. Bicycle riding students must walk their bicycles to the bike racks located at each school. For their protection, students are encouraged to lock their bikes securely. The school district is not responsible for bikes stolen from the racks. Skateboards and rollerblades are not allowed on school grounds at any time. Violators will be disciplined and/or the local police will be called. The only exception for skateboards to be on school property is if there is an approved after school extra-curricular activity that will be held off school grounds. Skateboarders, in these cases, will be able to bring the skateboards to school; skateboards will be placed in a secure spot determined by the principal. On such days where there will be skateboarding extra-curricular activities, there will be no skateboarding on school property. Students are to bring their skateboards into the school upon arrival on school grounds. STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS - JJA It is the policy of the Board to allow opportunities for all students to participate in co-curricular activities designed to meet their needs and interests. Such activities must supplement and enrich regular academic instruction; provide opportunities for social development; encourage participation in clubs, athletics, and/or performing groups; or encourage service to the school and community. Any student organization must be recommended by the Principal and approved by the Board. ELIGIBILITY To participate in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, all students must meet eligibility requirements and understand that such participation is a privilege, not a right. The superintendent is directed to establish eligibility standards and procedures for acceptable academic performance, good citizenship/sportsmanship, parental permission, fees, and physical exams/health requirements. The eligibility standards and procedures will be published in the student/parent handbooks. In addition, students who choose to participate in interscholastic sports will be governed by Policy JJIB, Interscholastic Athletics, and by the eligibility standards of the New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association (NHIAA).

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PARTICIPATION The district allows students enrolled in other schools - including charter schools, non-public schools, and home schools - to participate on an equal basis in any activity offered by the district that is not offered at a student's school of attendance, provided the student meets the eligibility requirements for participation. This applies to: 1. Students who are residents of this school district but who are being educated in a home school. They may

participate provided they comply with all laws governing non-public home-based education.

2. Students who are residents of the district who are being educated in an independent or parochial school if the school in which the student is enrolled does not sponsor the activity.

The superintendent is directed to establish procedures for application and appeal to implement this participation allowance. PARTICIPATION FEES Non-enrolled students participating in district co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are subject to the same fees charged to enrolled students for the activity. SAFE SCHOOL ZONE It is the policy of the Winnisquam Regional School District that all buildings, grounds, bus stops, and routes will be safe environments for students - free of danger posed by weapons or threat of weapons. It is the policy of the Winnisquam Regional School District that the provisions of the Safe School Act, RSA 193-D:2 be carried out in all respects. This complete policy is available on the district website or by request from the main office. This policy defines and details violent acts and weapons violations and replaces the former "Weapons Policy." DRUG-FREE SCHOOL ZONES It is the policy of the Winnisquam Regional School District that it shall be unlawful for any person to manufacture, sell, prescribe, administer, dispense, or possess with intent to sell, dispense, or distribute any controlled drug or an identical item within a drug-free school zone at any time of the school year. In consultation with the local police authority having jurisdiction over drug enforcement where each drug-free zone is located, a map will be published by each school clearly indicating the boundaries of each permanent drug-free school zone in accordance with RSA 193-B:1,I. Such map shall be posted in a prominent place in the district or municipal court of jurisdiction, the local police department, and in all schools existing in a drug-free school zone. The procedure to mark drug-free zones with signs or other markings shall:

a) Be posted in a prominent place: 1) On or near each school; 2) In each school bus;

3) On or near non-school-owned property serving as a temporary drug-free zone by virtue of its use for the school's instructional program for the duration of such use.

b) Indicate that the posted area is a drug-free zone which extends to 1,000 feet surrounding such property; and

c) Warn that any violation of this chapter shall subject the offender to severe penalties under the law. DRUG AND ALCOHOL USE BY STUDENTS - JICH The School Board is concerned with the health, welfare and safety of its students. Therefore, the use, sale, transfer, distribution, possession, or being under the influence of unauthorized prescription drugs, alcohol, narcotics, unauthorized inhalants, controlled substances, and illegal drugs is prohibited on any school district property, in any district-owned vehicle, or in any other district-approved vehicle used to transport students to and from school or district activities. This prohibition also applies to any district-sponsored or district-approved activity, event, or function. The use, sale, transfer, or possession of drug-related paraphernalia is also prohibited. For the purposes of this policy, a controlled substance shall include any controlled substance as defined in the Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. § 812(c), or RSA 318-B, Controlled Drug Act. Students may only be in possession of medication as detailed in Board Policy JLCD. Searches of persons reasonably suspected to be in violation of this policy will be conducted in accordance with Board Policy JIH.

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Any student who is found by the administration to be in violation of this policy shall be referred for prosecution and subject to disciplinary action up to and including suspension, expulsion, or other discipline in accordance with the district's disciplinary policy. Strict compliance is mandatory. The school principal shall immediately report all incidents involving a controlled substance to the appropriate local law enforcement agency and the superintendent. All controlled substances shall be turned over to local law enforcement Students with disabilities who violate this policy will be disciplined in accordance with the student's Individual Education Program (IEP). Under the influence of drugs/alcohol : 5 days out of school suspension; student must be picked up by a parent, and is reported to the police for appropriate actions. Possession of drugs/alcohol: 10 days out of school suspension; student is reported to police; students younger than 16 are taken into custody, and students 17 or older may be taken into custody or the police may issue a warrant. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, DRUGS, AND NARCOTICS “No person shall drink, or have in his possession, any intoxicating beverage while in attendance as a spectator or otherwise, at any place where a school interscholastic contest is being conducted. Whoever violates the provisions of this section shall be fined not more than fifty dollars or imprisoned for not more than thirty days or both” (570:24). A.) A student, during school hours or on school property (or in the approximate vicinity), shall not buy, sell, possess on their person or in their desk, locker, or any other place, use, transmit, give, or be under the influence, or knowingly be in the presence of, any narcotic drug, controlled drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, counterfeit drug purported to be controlled, alcoholic beverages, or intoxicant of any kind. B.) A student shall not possess on their person or in their desk or locker or any other place any drug or any kind of drug paraphernalia (including, but not limited to, roach clips, rolling papers, bongs). Cause of drugs authorized by a medical prescription from a registered physician should be registered with the school nurse and once so registered should not be considered in violation of this rule. All factual information pertaining to any alleged offense will be presented to the student's parents and the local police authorities, and the student will be suspended from school for 10 days. A first time offender may be offered a "waiver of suspension" for five of the suspension days IF the student is accepted into the Youth Assistance Program's Challenge Program and successfully completes the program. Serious cases will be referred to the Superintendent for further action. Some cases may be referred to the School Board for additional action, including expulsion from school. USE OF TOBACCO No person shall use any tobacco product in any facility maintained by the School District, nor on any of the grounds of the District. Students are neither to use/consume nor be in possession of any tobacco product on school grounds. “Tobacco products” means cigarettes, cigars, snuff, smokeless tobacco, electronic cigarettes, vapes (including “juice”), Juuls, liquid nicotine, products containing tobacco, and tobacco in any other form. Under New Hampshire state law, no person shall use any tobacco product in or on the grounds of any public educational facility. Any person caught smoking in or on the grounds of any public educational facility shall be fined a maximum of $100 for each offense in addition to students’ facing school disciplinary consequences. No person under 18 years of age shall purchase, use, or possess tobacco products. The use or possession of tobacco or tobacco products by students in any form is prohibited on the school grounds RSA 78:12-b. RSA 78:12-b "No person under 18 years of age shall purchase, use or possess tobacco products." (Policy JICG)*

Possession of lighters or other incendiaries devices is prohibited on school grounds.

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PERSONAL AND PROPERTY SEARCH USE OF POLICE SEARCH DOGS – (see policy JIH) It is the policy of the district to protect the constitutional rights of its students regarding search and seizure activities as interpreted by appropriate courts and governmental agencies. All students are entitled to a safe and healthy educational environment. Therefore, the school has the responsibility to protect students from illegal activity on the part of irresponsible classmates on school grounds. Furthermore, school administrators must take preventive and disciplinary measures that are both swift and informal in order to be effective in maintaining safe and drug free schools. While students have a legitimate expectation of privacy under the Fourth Amendment, a search by school authorities will be considered legal if there is reasonable suspicion at its inception that the search will discover evidence of a violation of a school rule or the law. School administrators have the authority under reasonable suspicion to search student backpacks and handbags. In situations where a danger exists, a search may be conducted based solely upon an anonymous tip and/or rumor that contraband is present. The extent or scope of the search shall be reasonable and related to the objectives of the search. The school district retains ownership and possessor control over school property that includes student lockers, storage bins, disks, and, therefore, reserves the right to inspect these at all times. Given the fact that lockers are school property provided for the convenience of students, students shall not have any expectation of privacy in such use. The school district retains the right to inspect lockers in the interest of maintaining school safety. The use of backpacks in any school is considered a privilege. Any abuse in the use of backpacks, such as concealing contraband, can result in the revocation of this privilege. The use of "sniffer" dogs trained for the search of drugs is permissible for the general facility inclusive of backpacks in public spaces, lockers, and school grounds. This search will be conducted by qualified law enforcement officers upon request of the superintendent of schools. These unannounced inspections are necessitated by the compelling need of the school district to prevent illegal drugs on school property. STUDENT SEARCHES AND THEIR PROPERTY - JIH The superintendent, principal, teacher, or school security personnel may detain and search any student or students on the premises of the public schools, or while attending, or while in transit to, any event or function sponsored or authorized by the school under the following conditions:

1. When any authorized person has reasonable suspicion that the student may have on their person or property alcohol; dangerous weapons; electronic paging devices; controlled dangerous substances as defined by law; stolen property if the property in question is reasonably suspected to have been taken from a student, a school employee, or the school during school activities; or any other items which have been or may reasonably be disruptive to school operations or in violation of school rules and regulations.

2. School lockers and school desks are the property of the school, not the student. The users of lockers, desks, and other storage areas or compartments have no reasonable expectation of privacy from school employees as to the contents of those areas. Lockers, desks, and other storage areas/compartments may be subjected to searches at any time with or without reasonable suspicion. Students are not to use any school area or property to contain any thing that should not be at school. Students shall not exchange lockers or desks or use any lockers or desks other than those assigned to them by the principal. A shared locker or storage area implies shared responsibility.

3. Students are not required to consent before a search of their property. However, if a student does consent to a search, such consent will not be obtained through threats or coercion.

4. Authorized personnel conducting a search have authority to detain the student or students and to preserve any contraband seized.

5. Student searches will be documented by an authorized person who is the same sex as the person being searched.

6. Strip searches are forbidden. No clothing except outer garments will be removed before or during a search.

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7. Authorized personnel are permitted to arrange for the use of trained canines to aid in the search process.

8. Items that may be seized during a lawful search, in addition to those listed in Paragraph #1, include (but are not limited to) any item, object, instrument, or material commonly recognized as unlawful or prohibited.

● For example: prescription or non-prescription medicines which have not been authorized; switchblades, knives, brass knuckles, billy clubs, or other weapons; pornographic material; unlawful or prohibited items; and items which may pose a threat of injury or harm to students. Such items shall be seized, identified as to ownership if possible, and held for release to proper authority.

SEARCH OF STUDENT AUTOMOBILES ON SCHOOL PROPERTY - JIHB Students recognize that parking their automobiles on school property is a privilege and not a right. As part of this privilege, the district may search students’ automobiles while parked on school property if the district has reasonable suspicion that a violation of school rules or policy has occurred. It is implied that students consent to having automobiles searched by parking in school parking lots. In the event that an employee of the school district has reason to believe that drugs, drug paraphernalia, or weapons are present in a student’s automobile, that employee will inform the building principal or designee who will then conduct a search of the automobile. The principal shall fill out a vehicle search form, which will be maintained by the district. HAZING - JICFA It is the policy of the District that no student or employee of the District shall participate in or be members of any secret fraternity or secret organization that is in any degree related to the school or to a school activity. No student organization, or any person associated with any organization sanctioned by the Board of Education, shall engage or participate in hazing. For the purposes of this policy, hazing is defined as an activity which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into or affiliation with any organization sanctioned or authorized by the Board of Education. “Endanger the physical health” shall include, but is not limited to, any brutality of a physical nature, such as whipping; beating; branding; forced calisthenics; exposure to the elements; forced consumption of any food, alcoholic beverage, drug or controlled dangerous substance; or any forced physical activity which could adversely affect the physical health or safety of the individual. “Endanger the mental health” shall include any activity, except those activities authorized by law, which would subject the individual to extreme mental stress such as prolonged sleep deprivation, forced prolonged exclusion from social contact which could result in extreme embarrassment, or any other forced activity which could adversely affect the mental health or dignity of the individual. Any hazing activity upon which the initiation or admission into or affiliation with an organization sanctioned or authorized by the Board of Education is conditioned, directly or indirectly, shall be presumed to be a forced activity, even if the student willingly participates in such activity. This policy is not intended to deprive School District authorities from taking necessary and appropriate disciplinary action toward any student or employee. Students or employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action which may include expulsion for students and employment termination for employees. WEAPONS - JICI Weapons are not permitted on school property, in school vehicles, or at school-sponsored activities. This policy applies to students and members of the public alike. Student violations of this policy will result in both school disciplinary action and notification of local law enforcement authorities. Members of the public who violate this policy will be reported to local law enforcement authorities. The term “weapons” includes, but is not limited to, firearms (rifles, pistols, revolvers, pellet guns, BB guns, etc.), knives, slingshots, metallic knuckles, firecrackers, billy clubs, stilettos, switchblade knives, swords, canes, pistol canes, black jacks, daggers, dirk knives, explosives, incendiaries, martial arts weapons or self-defense weapons (as defined by RSA 159:24 and RSA 159:20 respectively), or any other object or substance which, in the manner it is used or threatened to be used, is known to

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be capable of producing death or bodily injury. In addition, any student who is determined to have brought a firearm (as defined by 18 U.S.C. 921) to school will be expelled for not less than one year (365 days). This expulsion may be modified by the Superintendent upon review of the specific case in accordance with other applicable law(s). Weapons under control of law enforcement personnel are permitted. All students will receive written notice of this policy at least once each year. UNAUTHORIZED COMMUNICATION DEVICES - JICJ Students are allowed to be in possession of paging devices, cellular phones, or other communication devices. The use of such devices is restricted to non-instructional time, as determined by the school principal or his/her designee. Upon receipt of the signed Acceptable Use Policy, students may use such devices during instructional time, as determined by the school principal or his/her designee. It is prohibited for students to take, store, disseminate, transfer, view, or share obscene, pornographic, lewd, or otherwise illegal images or photographs, whether by electronic data transfer or other means, including but not limited to texting and e-mailing. Any student found to have engaged in such conduct may be reported to local law enforcement authorities and may face criminal penalties in accordance with applicable law. School administrators may refer such matters to local law enforcement if the administrator believes student action in this regard involves illegal activity (e.g., pornography). The school district will not be responsible for loss, damage, or theft of any electronic communication device(s) brought to the school. RESPONSIBLE USE POLICY (RUP) Parents and students must agree to the terms and conditions of the proper and acceptable use of the WRSD Information Network (WRSD IN) as written in the Responsible Use Policy (formerly Acceptable Use Policy). Parent and student signatures must be received on the Parent/Student Agreement Form (included in the first day packet) before students may access computer technologies each school year. The purpose of the WRSD IN is educational, serving as a resource for improving, extending, and enriching teaching and learning in the district. Improper use of any equipment or provided technologies of the WRSD Information Network can result in consequences such as school suspension, financial costs, possible criminal prosecution, or other repercussions described in the policy. The current and applicable RUP is available on the district website (policy JICL-R) and each school website. WRSD SECURITY CAMERA PROTOCOL The WRSD has installed video cameras throughout all schools for the purpose of enhancing school safety and security. Our goal is to promote and foster a safe and secure teaching and learning environment for students and staff, to ensure public safety for community members who visit or use our school property, and to diminish the potential for personal and district loss or destruction of property. Security camera recordings will be viewable in each building by authorized designees only. SIGNAGE AND NOTIFICATION Signage will be posted at school buildings that notify students, parents, staff and the general public of the District’s use of security cameras. Students, parents, and staff will receive additional notification at the beginning of the school year regarding the use of security cameras in the schools and on school grounds. Such notification will include, but is not limited to, staff handbooks and student handbooks. CAMERA PLACEMENT The security camera system is installed in public areas only. These areas include, but are not limited to, entrances and exits to school buildings; large areas of traffic such as corridors, cafeterias, and lobbies; and exterior grounds around buildings. Security cameras are not placed where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy, including but not limited to restrooms, changing rooms, private offices, nurses’ offices, and/or locker rooms. VIEWING There will be no monitoring of live recordings except at door entrances where access is controlled by office personnel and in the case of a suspected emergency or safety concern. Reviewing of recordings will occur only when a suspected incident is committed inside or outside the buildings (e.g. vandalism, graffiti, etc.). Viewing the data will only be performed by authorized personnel who have been expressly designated by district administrators.

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No sound is to be monitored or recorded in connection with the video surveillance system. Any surveillance system misuse will be addressed on a case-by-case basis by the Superintendent or their designee. REMOTE ACCESS TO THE CAMERA SYSTEM Remote use of the camera systems outside of school premises is reserved solely for emergency situations of real and present danger or in times of suspected criminal activity. The Superintendent and/or designee and local police departments will have available remote access. SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES Please refer to the district website for the complete list and explanation of all School Board Policies. SUBJECT TO CHANGE Unanticipated changes to laws and programs during the course of the school year may result in handbook changes not reflected in this handbook.

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MORNING and AFTERNOON TRAFFIC: Student pick-up and drop-off before and after school is ONLY permitted:

1. On the WEST SIDE of the high school in the student parking section (near the Agricultural Center), and 2. Behind the SAU, between the high school and middle school.

Please, DO NOT drop off or pick up students in the FRONT of the high school (near the Main Office entrance) between the hours of 7:00-7:30am and 2:00-2:45pm.

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