CONTENTS
Welcome and Introduction
Student Calendar
District Mission, Beliefs, and Goals
Northwest Accreditationand High School Mission, Beliefs and Goals
College Preparation Requirements
Interactive Television Classroom
Technical Preparation Offerings
No Drinks or Snacks except in Lobby
Physical Abuse without a Weapon
Constant, Nonviolent Disruption
Theft, Destruction of Property or Other Vandalism
Student Discipline Policy / Suspension
Field Trips, Excursions and Outdoor Education
Sexual Harassment / Intimidation
Hazing, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying, Menacing
Leaving School During the School Day
Truancies---Grading, Detention, Detention Refusal
Extra-curricular Eligibility Requirements
Students in Good Standing and Training Rules
Co-curricular and Extra-curricular Activities
Alternative High School Program
Daily Bulletin and Announcement
Nonresident Student Attendance
Purpose and Selection Criteria
6 + 1 Trait Analytical Model for Writing Assessment
I would like to welcome you to the 2011-2012 school year. Together we are embarking on an exciting journey and I believe that our staff here at CBHS offers the finest educational experience available. I look forward to working with your and assisting all of you in your educational success.
Cut Bank High School has a proud history of student achievement: academically, athletically, and in the many fine arts opportunities that we offer. Our students accomplish many things in their high school years with the support of our fine, dedicated parents and staff.
Please carefully read through the CBHS Handbook; it is a student's guide to success. While you as students are responsible for your conduct, be assured that your can rely on all of us at CBHS to support and guide your growth. As a Cut Bank Wolf, following the rules and guidelines of this handbook will ensure that you will reach your full potential.
Let's all work together as we watch our students reach for the stars and follow their dreams!
Mr. Hamilton
SEMESTER ONE
August 30 ........................................... First Day for Students
September 2 ....................................... PIR / No School
September 5 ....................................... Labor Day/ No School
October 19 ........................................ Teacher Convention / Noon Dismissal
October 20-21 .................................... Teacher Convention / No School
November 4 ...................................... End of 1st Quarter
November 10 ...................................... Parent Teacher Conferences / Noon Dismissal
November 23 ...................................... Thanksgiving / Noon Dismissal
November 24-25 ................................. Thanksgiving / No School
December 22-January 2 ...................... Winter Break / No School
January 6 ............................................ Wrestling Invitational / Noon Dismissal
January 20 .......................................... First Semester Ends / Noon Dismissal / Records Day
SEMESTER TWO
February 20 ........................................ President’s Day / No School
February 24 ........................................ Parent Teacher Conferences / No School
March 27 ........................................... End 3rd Quarter
April 6-9 ............................................. Spring Break / No School
May 27 .............................................. Graduation
May 28 ............................................... Memorial Day / No School
June 1 ................................................. Last School Day / Noon Dismissal / Records Day
CUT BANK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Vision Statement
Commitment to Excellence!
Cut Bank Public Schools, in partnership with families and community members, will provide a positive learning environment that nurtures and challenges each student to attain excellence.
CUT BANK PUBLIC SCHOOLS - CORNERSTONES
Respectful, Safe Learning Environment
Educating Everyone Takes Everyone
All Individuals Can Learn
Learning For Life
NORTHWEST REGIONAL ACCREDITATION
In addition to District Improvement efforts CBHS has been committed to maintaining Northwest Regional Accreditation. This accreditation is voluntary and requires its member schools to meet higher standards than those required by the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Cut Bank High School has met those higher standards since its membership in the Northwest Association of Schools and of Colleges and Universities began in 1926.
Students who transfer from or graduate from a Northwest accredited school will have their coursework subject to state laws honored by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, North Central Association of Schools and Colleges, New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and Western Association of Schools ands Colleges.
The following items reflect the collaborative efforts of faculty, staff, students, parents, and community members who have participated in School Improvement efforts over the past seven years.
Individuals interested in participating in School Improvement efforts during this school year should contact Daniel Wendt, High School Principal.
CUT BANK HIGH SCHOOL BELIEFS
CUT BANK HIGH SCHOOL GOALS
PERSONNEL
ADMINISTRATION
Peter Hamilton , Principal
Edith Berkram, Secretary
Alana Killian, Office Aide
ART
Bill Hannah
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Jim Gregg
COMPUTER TECH SUPPORT
Lori Minnis
Jim Gregg
Jami Laird, Aide
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Clarence Thomas
GUIDANCE
Ann Larson
Rebecca Marinko*
HEALTH ENHANCEMENT
Hugo Anderson
Mike Faber
Sharon Hannah*
Patrice Larson
HOME SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Carol Flammond
LANGUAGE ARTS
Rachel Brown
Angie DeZort*
Jerry Grinder
Jamie Hetherington
LIBRARY/MEDIA
Randi Larson
MATHEMATICS
Mike Blair*
Lisa Faber
Mark Flaherty
Tia Murphy
MUSIC
Dawn Blair
Brenda Schilling*
PSYCHOLOGIST
Ken Shaffner
SCHOOL-TO-WORK
Lisa Faber
SCIENCE
Jared Frick
Allyson Hoof*
SOCIAL STUDIES
Mike Faber
Dell Meuchel*
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Ron Beringer*
Amber Fleming
Ashley Windham
Jodi Augare, Aide
Kelly Johnson, Aide
Michael Lehner
Taffy McCombs, Aide
Becky Peterson, Aide
Miki Suta, Aide
TRAFFIC EDUCATION
Summer Instructors
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
Theron Lee , Auto, Welding, Animal Science
Jerry Grinder, Business
Quinn Kelly, Industrial Arts and Drafting
Lorrie Siebrecht*, Family and Consumer Science
*Indicates Department Head
Art Club Mr. Hannah
Band Mrs. Blair
BPA Mr. Grinder
Concession Mrs. Minnis
FCCLA Mrs. Siebrecht
Foreign Language Mr. Thomas
Live Wire Ms. DeZort
National Honor Society Ms. DeZort
Cheerleaders Mrs. Butterworth
Pep Club
Speech/Drama Mr. Mark Flaherty
Student Council
Yearbook Mrs. Rachel Brown
MBI Student Group Ms. Marinko
President .................................... Erika Karcher
Vice President ............................ Kayla Kraft
Secretary .................................... Reedie Spencer
Treasurer ................................... Travis Vermulm
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES TO DISTRICT 15 SCHOOL BOARD:
Seated Representative ............................ Amber Nielsen
Understudy ............................................
CLASS OFFICERS:
Seniors:
President .................................... James Burris
Vice President ............................ A.J. Sheble
Secretary / Treasurer .................. Reedie Spencer
Historian .................................... Jordyn Vaile
Juniors
President .................................... Jacob D'Isidoro
Vice President ............................ Josie Ray
Secretary / Treasurer .................. Megan Lewis
Historian .................................... Amber Nielsen
Sophomores
President .................................... Ben D'Isidoro
Vice President ............................ Cody Popelka
Secretary / Treasurer .................. Paige Larson
Historian .................................... Michelle Nygaard
Freshmen Officers and At-large Members: TBA in September 2011
All students must be enrolled in seven offerings per year. Part-time enrollment may be approved by the Board of Trustees upon recommendation of the administration in extenuating circumstances only, such as in the case of a fifth-year senior.
English Language Arts 4 credits
Mathematics (2 full year courses) (2 full year courses) 2 credits
U.S. History (American Civil) 1 credit
Problems of American Democracy 1 credit
Earth Science 1 credit
Biology 1 credit
Health Enhancement 2 credits
Fine Arts 1 credit
Vocational/Practical Arts 1 credit
Word Processing 1 credit
Additional Social Studies 1 credit
Additional Math/Science/Vocational Art 1 credit
Additional Fine Art/Foreign Language 1 credit
Other Electives 6 credits
TOTAL 24 Credits
CHECK YOUR HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT TO BE SURE YOU ARE MEETING ALL OF THE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS.
To be considered for Top Ten, Valedictorian, or Salutatorian, a student must pass the required number of classes with the "Honors" designation.
Mathematics: Credits should be increased to 3or 4 and include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II
Foreign Language: 2 full-year credits
Science: Credits should be increased to 3 or 4
After the ninth grade, students are classified according to the number of credits earned toward graduation.
Credits Earned Grade Placement
6 10
12 11
18 12
Specific grading procedures are left up to the individual teachers and take into account daily work and test grades, classroom discussion, behavior, attendance, and other criteria. Letter grades and their equivalents are listed below:
A - 4.00 Superior
B - 3.00 Excellent
C - 2.00 Average
D - 1.00 Below Average
F - 0.00 Failure
P - 0.00 Pass
I - 0.00 Incomplete
All classes will meet and a written and or practical semester test will be given. No exemptions will be allowed without administrative approval.
Extra-Curricular Eligibility Requirement:
To be eligible to participate in athletics, music, debate, etc., a student must have passed four academic subjects during the preceding semester.
Students in Good Standing and Training Rules:
Students may not participate in school-sponsored activities when the faculty is concerned he / she is not working up to his/her capabilities (and this is seriously hindering his / her educational development), or behaving in an unacceptable manner.
Students involved in sports, music or any activity in which they represent the school at various functions are governed by training rules which are given to them by the coach, director, or adviser for the activity in which they are involved. Students are responsible to secure a copy and understand and meet their responsibilities.
The procedure for withdrawal from school or transfer to another school is as follows:
The Cut Bank High School Honor Roll is published at the end of each nine-week period (quarter honor roll) and at the end of each semester (semester honor roll). All courses receiving a letter grade are included in the grade point calculation. Students who maintain a 3.00 GPA or higher and receive no grades below a C are named on the honor roll.
Interim reports may be sent home at any time and are also specifically sent home midway through each nine-week period. The reports inform parents of their student’s unsatisfactory performances in class(es) or of a student’s marked improvement in specific classes. These reports are used to help students and parents work toward satisfactory quarter and semester grades.
The top ten academic students in the graduating class each year will be honored at graduation. The highest ranking academic student shall be Valedictorian and the second highest ranking student, academically, shall be the Salutatorian. Students to be considered for the top ten shall have attended Cut Bank High School for a minimum of two full school years and be an honor graduate as defined below. Students attending CBHS for less than this time period shall retain a comparable ranking but will not be eligible for these specific awards. Determination of the graduation honors will be made after the seventh semester of high school.
Honors Program. To be considered for Top 10, valedictorian, or salutatorian, a student must have passed the required number of classes with "honors" designation. The following classes are considered "honors" classes: Calculus, Pre-Calculus, Physics, Chemistry, Advanced Biology, Anatomy Composition, Honors American Civil, Honors PAD, and any AP online class. To be considered for Top Ten, valedictorian, or salutatorian, students graduating in 2011 must have passed two (2) of the aforementioned honors classes. To be considered for Top Ten, valedictorian, or salutatorian, students graduating in 2012 must have passed four (4) of the aforementioned classes. Students who will graduate after 2012 must pass five (5) honors designated classes to be considered for Top Ten, valedictorian, or salutatorian. Classes now included in the Honors Program that were successfully completed before the Honors Program was adopted will be included in a student's "Honors" designation.
Co-curricular and Extra-curricular Activities:
Co-curricular activities are extensions of the classroom and include those activities which are reflected in class grading procedures. Extra-curricular activities include club activities, athletics, and those optional activities provided by district staff that are not reflected in course evaluations.
Within the concept of free public education, the District shall provide an educational program for the students as free of costs as possible. Instructional materials may be made available for loan to students when the best interest of the District and student will be served by such a decision. Students will not be charged for normal wear. They will be charged replacement cost, however, as well as for excessive wear, unreasonable damage or lost materials. The professional staff will maintain records necessary for the proper accounting of all instructional materials.
As well, a student may be charged a reasonable fee for any course or activity not reasonably related to a recognized academic and educational goal of the District or any course or activity held outside normal school functions. The Board may waive the fee in cases of financial hardship.
The Board delegates authority to the Superintendent to establish appropriate fees and procedures governing the collection of fees and to make annual reports to the Board regarding fee schedules. Fees may be required for the actual cost of breakage and of excessive supplies used in courses such as commercial, industrial arts, music, domestic science, or science.
A student shall be responsible for the cost of replacing materials or property which are lost or damaged due to negligence. The student and parent shall be notified regarding the nature of the violation or damage, how restitution may be made, and how an appeal may be instituted. A student's grades or diploma may be withheld until restitution is made by payment. The student or parent may appeal the imposition of a charge for damages to the Superintendent and the Board.
Various fees may be required for certain classes. Teachers will make students aware of these when they enter the class. These fees should be paid no later than the first week of class. Failure to pay class fees may result in removal from class.
Anticipated fees include the following for 2009-2010:
Traffic Education $150.00
Auto I $25.00
Auto II $25.00
Welding $25.00
Industrial Arts I $25.00
Industrial Arts II $25.00
Small Engines $10.00
Metal Fabrication $25.00
FCS Courses(each) $25.00
Photo $25.00
AP Tests(each) Cost of Test
A specific charge to every student participating in athletics will be made to help defray expenses of athletic equipment. For School Year 2010-2011 the fee including an activity ticket is $25.00.
A charge will be made for student activity cards which will allow students to attend all athletic events, with the exception of tournaments. We encourage all students to purchase the activity ticket, which is a major savings over single admission to these events. In School Year 2009-2010 the fee for this card is $15.00. (All student participants in athletics purchase this activity card as part of their $25.00 athletic fee.)
The library may be used before and after school as well as at noon. Teachers will also allow time for student use of the library. The library contains much information for use by the student. Student respect for material should be maintained so that all persons can make full use of the library. Specific library rules are determined by the librarian. Please check out all materials before removing them from the library.
The District cannot pay for medical expenses associated with a student’s injury. The District does make available, however, an optional, low-cost accident insurance program for students, to assist parents in meeting medical expenses. A parent who desires coverage for his or her child will be responsible for paying insurance premiums and for submitting claims through the claims office. Parents may also purchase student insurance if they wish to do so. Pamphlets may be obtained through any of the school offices.
The breakfast/lunch room is in the lobby of the gym. Meal tickets will be sold in the high school office. Meal tickets will be established in August 2009. The district also provides free or reduced price lunches to students whose families meet federal income guidelines. Applications for this program are sent home with each student at the beginning of the school year. Additional copies remain available throughout the year at the high school office.
The Guidance Counselor is available to help you help yourself. If you have questions concerning your future plans, school subjects, personal problems, etc., consult your counselor. The counselor is here to serve students and will counsel confidentially. The counselor may also serve as liaison between the students and the teachers or administration. The Counseling Center is also happy to assist students with requests for transcripts. Please provide the staff with 24 hrs. to address requests.
Alternative High School Program
An option exits for students who are not succeeding in the traditional high school setting to interview and seek placement in an evening program where pursuit of a CBHS diploma is possible. Information including a separate handbook is available in the high school counseling center or office.
1. Independent study courses offered to students by CBHS faculty must have the approval
of the principal. Prior to approval, a syllabus of the source must be presented and
specific grading procedures outlined.
2. Independent study courses offered by other schools (i.e. , North Dakota State University,
Brigham Young University) may be taken by senior students who are in need of
additional credits for graduation or by any student at CBHS if the subject is not offered by CBHS.
3. However, credits for these courses will be counted as elective credits only toward graduation
requirements. The principal in advance of study must grant approval, and all costs are the
responsibility of the student.
Students serving as aides to teachers have the opportunity to experience workings of the education profession while assisting educators in their daily role. Students meeting the following criteria may become student aides:
1. Must be a sophomore, junior or senior.
2. Must meet the following GPA requirements
a. Must be a sophomore with at least a 3.5 GPA
b. Or must be a junior with at least a 3.0 GPA
c. Or must be a senior with at least a 2.5 GPA
3. Must Submit an application that will be evaluated based on the students:
a. Maturity, responsibility
b. Past discipline record and related consequences
c. Reason for wanting to be a teacher’s aide
d. Past aide performance (if applicable).
4. Must sign an agreement to remain drug and alcohol free throughout the entire
teacher’s aide placement.
5. May not be assigned to a teacher who already has an aide.
6. Upon acceptance into the program the teacher’s aide must:
a. Inform CBHS as well as the supervising teacher prior to an absence
b. Be punctual
c. Perform all duties required by the supervising teacher
d. Remain drug and alcohol free
e. Maintain good discipline and attendance records.
7. Failure to complete the above criteria will result in suspension from the teacher’s
aide program and / or a failing grade.
8. This course is offered on a pass / fail basis. The course grade will be determined
by the supervising teacher.
School-to-Work is a program that allows students to earn academic credit and gain on the job experience. The work experience is tailored to become an integral part of the student’s education. Through this interaction of study and work experience, the student enhances his / her academic knowledge, personal development and professional preparation.
1. This program requires that a student's schedule accommodate a two-class period block for the entire school year.
2. The student must attend a school-to-work seminar class four times each semester.
a. These meeting dates are mandatory.
b. Times will be established by the counselor and announced during the second week of each semester.
3. Upon completion of this course the student is awarded 2 credits in the area of Vocational and Practical Arts.
4. To be approved for the School-to-Work Program the student must:
a. Have at least 12 credits and be of junior status (passed all required freshman and sophomore courses).
b. Maintain passing grades while in the School-to-Work program.
c. Be approved for the program by the teacher of the related area, counselor, principal, employer and parent.
d. Sign an agreement to remain drug and alcohol free throught the entire School- to-Work placement
5. Students who enroll in this program will be expected to:
a. Keep a weekly journal of work experience.
b. Attend all seminar meetings.
c. Fulfill employers’ expectations.
d. Follow the employee dress code.
e. Report to job site and back to school on time.
f. Inform both the high school and the employer prior to being absent.
g. Follow an exemplary code of conduct.
The first semester of this course is a trial period for the program. Upon completion the student will be evaluated for continued employment and if approved for the second semester of the program he / she will receive 1 credit for the first semester. Upon completion and evaluation of the second semester an additional one credit will be awarded. Should the student not be approved for the second semester of the program, he / she will not be placed in another location, but will return to a full schedule of classes. Both semesters’ evaluations will be based on the course expectations listed above and will be completed by the supervisor, high school counselor and the employer. The counselor will determine the final semester grades.
ITV (Interactive Television Classroom)
Students are provided additional course selections through the Interactive Television Classroom. The counselors will advertise offerings as they become available through other high schools. The system also provides access to MSU-Northern college offerings. The latter require students to register with the college and pay tuition. Again, offerings may be reviewed in the counseling center.
A student’s records are confidential and are protected from unauthorized inspection or use. A cumulative record is maintained for each student from the time the student enters the District through an eight year period following the student’s departure. A copy of this record moves with the student from school to school.
By law, both parents, whether married, separated, or divorced, have access to the records of a student who is under 18 or a dependent for tax purposes. A parent whose rights have been legally terminated will be denied access to the records, if the school is given a copy of the court order terminating these rights.
Records may be reviewed during regular hours, upon completion of a written request. The principal or Superintendent or their designee will respond to reasonable requests for explanation and interpretation of the records. Copies of the records are available at a minimal cost.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires that Cut Bank Schools, with certain exceptions, obtain your written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from your child’s education records. However, Cut Bank Schools may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without written consent, unless you have advised the District to the contrary in accordance with District procedures. The primary purpose of directory information is to allow the Cut Bank Schools to include this type of information from your child’s education records in certain school publications. Examples include:
• A playbill, showing your student’s role in a drama production;
• The annual yearbook;
• Honor roll or other recognition lists;
• Graduation programs; and
• Sports activity sheets, such as for wrestling, showing weight and height of
team members.
Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent’s prior written consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limited to, companies that manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks. In addition, two federal laws require local educational agencies, like Cut Bank High School, receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three directory information categories – names, addresses and telephone listings – unless parents have advised Cut Bank High School that they do not want their student’s information disclosed without their prior written consent.
If you do not want Cut Bank Schools to disclose directory information from your child’s education records without your prior written consent, you must notify the building principal.
Cut Bank Schools has designated the following information as directory information:
Dates of attendance
Grade level attended
Please note that CBHS customarily uses electronic media to highlight students’ involvement in activities and classes as well as traditional print media.
For full review of the Trustees’ Policy on Student Records, please consult School Board Policy # 3600F1. You may access these policies at the District website online or by requesting a copy from the High School Office
ATTENDANCE
It is believed that only through regular school attendance may a student progress academically at a successful rate. Absence from class provides an automatic penalty on the student due to the teaching / learning atmosphere and interaction missed. Also, attendance is part of the cumulative record and will be helpful or detrimental to the student in his / her future search for employment, depending on the absences and tardies recorded.
If a student misses 30 minutes or more of class, they will be marked absent for that class period.
Students in school-sponsored activities shall receive full credit for work completed. The teacher shall administer no penalties to the student for missing class for school-related absences.
The student is responsible for obtaining and completing assignments missed while absent. Two days of makeup time is given for each day absent.
An absence with parental permission and school approval is considered excused. It is the responsibility of the student or parent / guardian to notify the High School Office via a written note or with a phone call for an absence to be excused. Examples of excused absences are listed below:
A student absence which is acknowledged, but not excused by a parent / guardian is considered unexcused. Examples of unexcused absences include, but are not limited to, sleeping in, missing the bus, or taking extended time for lunch.
An absence is considered unexcused until parents contact the school with an approved excuse. An unexcused absence turns into truancy if a parent / guardian does not contact the High School Office in a timely manner.
Leaving School During the Day:
A student will not be released from school at times other than at the end of the school day except with permission from the principal or designee and according to the building sign-out process. Unless the principal has granted approval because of extenuating circumstances, a student will not regularly be released before the end of the instructional day.
A student who will need to leave school during the day must bring a note from his or her parent and follow the advanced make-up procedure. A student who becomes ill during the school day should, with the teacher’s permission, report to the office. The administrator or nurse will decide whether or not the student should be sent home and notify the student’s parent.
Truancy is an absence without parental permission or school approval.
Students in grades 9-12 who are truant from school for one or more class periods will be assigned a minimum of four noon detentions, or detention equivalent to the length of the truancy to a maximum of seven hours. Any truancy of more than seven hours will result in a minimum of two days in-school suspension. Parents will be notified of the offense and the disciplinary action. The following consequences will result for further truancies:
2nd Truancy: In-school suspension for one (1) day
3rd Truancy: In-school suspension for two (2) days
4th Truancy: Out-of-school suspension for three (3) days
5th Truancy: Out-of-school suspension for five (5) days
6th Truancy: Recommendation for expulsion
Truancy/Grading:
Students may make up work missed during truancies and also for work missed during truancy related out-of-school suspensions (OSS), however, no credit will be extended for this work. Students serving in-school suspensions will complete work for full credit. Non-compliance demonstrated during in-school suspension may result in out-of-school suspension.
Truancy/Detention:
Truancy related detention must be served in full before a student represents the school in any interscholastic competitive activity, attends a class activity, etc.
Any student in grades 9-12 who accumulates more than ten absences, either excused or unexcused, per semester in any class will lose all credit for that semester. School related absences are not considered in this total. Upon appeal, extenuating circumstances will be considered by an attendance committee composed of the student’s teachers and a recommendation made to the principal. The principal will forward recommendations for credit loss to the Board of Trustees.
An appeal for credit retention due to extenuating circumstances must be submitted in the form of a letter by the parent / guardian and / or the student and should be supported by pertinent information, i.e. reports from medical, dental or mental health professions or any other information to substantiate that the absences were beyond the student’s control. This letter should be directed to the CBHS Principal, and should be filed within five days of the eleventh (11th) absence and not later than the last day of the semester. The student is responsible for keeping track of his / her attendance. Copies of attendance records are available through the counseling center (please provide 48 hours for a response to an attendance request.)
Students are expected to be on time to class. Tardiness disrupts class instruction and is not acceptable. The consequences of being tardy will be assigned on a semester basis. Students who are tardy before school, after lunch, or between classes face the following consequences:
1st tardy .................................. verbal warning
2nd tardy .................................. 15 minutes noon detention
3rd – 7th tardies ........................ noon detention
8th – 9th tardies ........................ 1 day in-school suspension and parent conference
10 or more tardies ................... 1 day out-of-school suspension and parent conference
Students will serve detention on the day of the tardy when the tardy occurs before lunch. When a student is tardy after lunch, the detention shall be served the next school day.
Students at Cut Bank High School behave in a manner that is a credit to them, their community, and school. As young adults, students display an attitude of RESPONSIBILITY, COMMON SENSE, and RESPECT. Students recognize their behaviors must support their own learning, the learning of others, and the teaching of all instructors. CBHS students recognize that actions speak much louder than words.
Accordingly they are reminded of the following:
Students are reminded of Trustee Policy #3310 should their behaviors not match expectations.
As Trustee policy states, a teacher or principal has the authority to hold a pupil to strict accountability for disorderly conduct in school, on the way to or from school, or during intermission or recess. Disciplinary action may be taken against any student guilty of disobedience or misconduct including but not limited to:
These grounds for disciplinary action apply whenever the student’s conduct is reasonably related to school or school activities, including, but not limited to:
Disciplinary measures include, but are not limited to:
No person who is employed or engaged by the District may inflict or cause to be inflicted corporal punishment on a student. Corporal punishment does not include, and District personnel are permitted to use, reasonable force as needed to maintain safety for other students, school personnel, or persons, or for the purpose of self-defense.
Students who follow the rules will be eligible for individual and class rewards. Several motivation/recognition programs exist including the Student of the Week program and Heisey Scholarships.
Seniors have a tradition of requesting privileges for their final days of class. The senior class president petitions the principal for privileges following the posting of third quarter grades. The principal will review and respond to the president’s requests. A contract reflecting privileges will be generated. Parents will be asked to sign along with their senior who is requesting privileges. A senior class with academic success, strong current grades and good behavior, as well as good attendance will be rewarded. Remember, the ultimate goal is seeing all seniors ready for the graduation ceremony.
Students are reminded to always be on their best behaviors. In the hallways they are asked:
The personal dress and appearance of students is left to the good taste and discretion of the individual student and his / her parents or guardians with the following guidelines.
1. All clothing shall be neat, clean, not torn, and appropriate to the circumstances. Students will be excluded from attending classes when, in the opinion of the building principal, any of the following:
Strapless or backless shirts or sundresses. Shoulders need to have at least 2 finger width straps and back need to be completely covered.
2. Hair will be neatly trimmed, clean, and of a length that does not impair vision.
3. Shoes must be worn for health and safety reasons. “Heelie” shoes and roller blades are not allowed on school property.
4. Any inappropriate markings on the skin including pencil, pen, marker, hickeys, etc. are required to be covered by clothing or removed.
A student whose dress disrupts the educational process or is deemed a safety issue will be subject to appropriate discipline. We would prefer you “stand out’ because of your wonderful personality and/or use of your academic abilities. Everyone has the right to LEARN. None of us has the right to disrupt that process.
Care of School Property, Food, Litter
Cut Bank High School is very proud of its building and equipment. Each student is urged to do his / her best in helping to maintain the beauty of the building and grounds and must assume responsibility in the use of school equipment. A beautiful building is not very attractive if there are markings, or defacing of walls, desks, or other equipment. It is a discredit to any school when the corridors and grounds are littered with waste paper. Let’s maintain pride in our school. Eating food in the school building is allowed as long as responsibility is shown. Wrappers and other litter will cause this privilege to be revoked. Sunflower seeds are prohibited in the school building. No glass containers are allowed due to breakage problems.
No Drinks or Snacks except in the Lobby, unless part of a class activity. Students may drink water.
1st time: Loss of drink/snack and thirty (30) minutes detention.
2nd time: Loss of drink/snack and one (1) noon detention.
3rd time: Loss of drink/snack and two (2) noon detention.
4th time: Meet with principal and suspension with notification to parents.
Each student will be assigned a locker with a lock at the beginning of the school year. Each student is asked to care for his / her locker in a responsible manner, and to keep it locked at all times. Damage to and/or failure to care for lockers may result in the loss of locker privileges. CBHS is not responsible for loss of articles from the locker. The condition of the locker will be checked at the end of each school year. Students may only use their assigned locker (no shared lockers). Lockers may be searched if “reasonable cause” to do so exists.
Student Driving Student operation of a vehicle is a privilege that requires responsibility. All proper traffic rules are to be obeyed. Improper driving behavior will result in loss of driving privileges. Students are asked to use extreme caution while operating vehicles near the school grounds.
Electronic Devices including but not limited to Cell Phones, I-Pods, MP3s, CDs, DVDs, Cameras, and Telephone Usage.
Parents or others needing to contact students during the instructional day are requested to call the school office and messages will be taken and delivered to students as necessary. Students will be called to the office for telephone to take calls in the case of dire emergencies. The office phone and the classroom telephones are off limits for out-going phone calls by students unless approval is given by school
officials.
Students may not use cell phones during the instructional day. Personal electronic devices (including cameras) are not to be used in Cut Bank High School without the permission of the classroom instructor, coaching staff, or administration. Students may use cellular phones, pagers, and other electronic signaling devices on campus before school begins and after school ends. High school students may also use such devices during the lunch period. These devices must be kept out of sight and turned off during the instructional day.
Unauthorized use of such devices disrupts the instructional program and distracts from the learning environment. Therefore, unauthorized use is grounds for confiscation of the device by school officials, including classroom teachers, teacher aides, and substitutes. Confiscated devices will be returned to the parent or guardian. Repeated unauthorized use of such devices will result in disciplinary action.
Students are also reminded that visual cell phones are strictly prohibited in locker rooms, bathrooms, and similar areas where an expectation for privacy is high. Similarly, any photo device is excluded from such areas.
A student must have a pass to move from one area of the school to another between 7:15 a.m. and 3:36 p.m. Students are responsible for obtaining this pass in advance (this includes teachers’ aides.) Exceptions are made during the noon hour for club activities announced in morning announcements. Students are reminded to attend meetings on time & secure passes. Students are also reminded that the central office doors and the middle school doors are not for student entry and exit during the school day.
1st Time: verbal warning
2nd Time: 30 minutes detention and loss of privileges for one week.
3rd Time: 1 day noon detention and loss of privileges for three weeks
4th Time: 2 days noon detention and parent notified.
5th Time: Contact Parent as well as detention and / or Suspension.
Scholastic Integrity (Lying/Cheating/Plagiarism)
Scholastic Integrity is defined as delivering a message that is untrue and/or deliberately violates rules.Cheating on tests or copying from another student's test paper or assignment is inappropriate. This includes collaborating with another student during a test without authority or using material during a test, which is not authorized by the teacher. Plagiarism is defined as the use of another's work including the internet, and claiming it as one's own. This type of behavior will not be tolerated at Cut Bank High School and is nothing but a detriment to all involved. The faculty and administration will institute stern disciplinary measures against students who lie, cheat, or plagiarize. Students should realize those future recommentations written for them by teachers, counselors, and administrators may reflect any behavior of this kind and thus would be a limiting factor for that student for future employment and education. Students will received a "0" grade for their work and may face additional discipline ranging from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
FORGERY
Forgery is defined as signing a person's name without that person's permission, making a false entry, or trying to authorize any document used or intended to be used in connection with the operation of the school. The severity of the discipline will range from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
INAPPROPRIATE PHYSICAL CONTACT
Inappropriate physical contact is defined as engaging in non-serious but inappropriate physical contact. Keep hands, feet, and objects to oneself. The severity of the discipline will range from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
FIGHTING/PHYSICAL AGGRESSION
Fighting/physical aggression is defined as action involving serious physical contact where injury may occur (e.g. hitting, punching, striking with an object, kicking, hair pulling, scratching, etc.) Students engaging in this behavior will be suspended by the principal or appropriate school official. Any subsequent infraction will result in a recommendation for expulsion.
HARASSMENT/BULLYING
Please refer to Hazzing / Harassment section of this handbook.
INAPPROPRIATE LANGUAGE
Inappropriate language is defined as engaging in low intensity or inappropriate language that is not directed at an individual. The severity of the discipline will range from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
Abusive Language is defined as verbal messages that include swearing, name calling, or use of words in an inappropriate way, or directed to another person. Students engaging in abusive language will be suspended by the principal or appropriate school official. Continued infractions may result in a recommendation for expulsion.
NON-COMPLIANCE
Non-compliance is defined as engaging in brief or low-intensity failure to respond to adult requests (eg: following rules or directives given by an adult staff member). The severity of the discipline
will range from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
Insubordination is defined as refusal to follow directions, talking back and/or socially rude interactions. Students who, on school property or while at a school sponsored activity, verbally abuse, threaten, are insubordinate to, or defy a person under the jurisdiction or employment of Cut Bank will be suspended by the principal or appropriate school official. Continual infractions may result in a recommendation for expulsion. . Refusal to serve detention, or to deliver a cell phone are examples of defiance.
Disruption is defined as behavior causing an interruption in a class or activity. Disruption includes sustained loud talk, yelling, or screaming; noise with materials; constant non-violent disruptions and/or sustained out of seat behavior. The severity of the discipline will range from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
EXCESSIVE HORSEPLAY
Exessive horseplay is defined as engaging in an activity which could endanger themselves, other students or staff members. The severity of the discipline will range from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
INAPPROPRIATE (PUBLIC) DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
Even though student relationships occur during school, public displays of affection (PDA) are not warranted during the school day or at school events. The rule to remember here is: HOLD THE HAND, NOT THE BODY. Also, remember that kissing is considered PDA. Students who violate this policy will be subject to discipline ranging from a warning for a minor 1st event, to suspension for continued infractions.
PROPERTY MISUSE
Property misuse is defined as using property for something other than its intended use. The severity of the discipline will range from detention to suspension, as determined by the principal or appropriate school official.
THEFT/DESTRUCTION OF SCHOOL PROPERTY/VANDALISM
See THEFT, DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY OR OTHER VANDALISM
MISUSE OF TECHNOLOGY
A misuse of technology occurs when a student engages in inappropriate use of school computers (including network and internet) or electronic equipment.
Refer to TECHNOLOGY USE POLICY, #3612 --District-Provided Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks
TECHNOLOGY VIOLATION
A technology violation occurs when a student engages in non-serious but inappropriate use of school computer(s), printing, internet, and network. Refer to:
TECHNOLOGY USE POLICY, #3612 --District-Provided Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks
The Board authorizes the use of video cameras on district property and school buses to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all staff, students, and visitors to District property, and to safeguard District facilities and equipment. Video cameras may be used in locations as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.
Video recordings may become a part of a students’ educational record. The District shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws related to record maintenance and retention.
Audio shall not be part of the video recordings made, reviewed, or stored by the district.
STUDENT DISCIPLINE POLICY / SUSPENSION
Non-Suspension Discipline:
Discipline administered by the administrative team that is less than out-of-school suspension including but not limited to detention, and work assignments is final. Detention takes precedence over any participation in interscholastic activities, school activities, or employment obligations. Transportation to detention is a family responsibility.
In-School Suspension (ISS). Parents will be notified if a student is assigned ISS. Students assigned ISS will report to the office on the assigned day. They will spend their time doing school work or other work assigned by the detention teacher. Students will receive credit for school work completed when serving ISS.
Out-of-School Suspension of Less than 10 Days:
Students are not allowed on campus during out-of-school suspension. To receive credit for work missed while suspended (except when related to truancy), students must complete assignments missed while suspended. Assignments are due upon return to class unless an alternative date is agreed upon by the principal. To obtain assignments, the parents of the suspended student will need to meet with teachers one-on-one. Teachers are available to meet with parents by appointment during their conference periods, before school starts, or after students are dismissed for the day. Discipline resulting in out-of-school suspension of less than ten (10) school days may be appealed to the superintendent of Cut Bank Schools subject to the following:
1.) All appeals must be in writing and delivered within ten (10) working days of the administrative decision to the superintendent described herein. Delivery must be either by hand delivery to the superintendent personally or by certified mail, return receipt.
2.) The scope of review for the superintendent shall be limited to the issue of whether the administrative team followed applicable school policies, and Montana State and Federal Law.
3.) All decisions by the superintendent described herein are final.
Out-of-School Suspension of 10 Days or More:
Discipline resulting in out-of-school suspension of ten (10) days or more may be appealed to the superintendent of the Cut Bank Schools in the same manner as stated in 1 and 2 above. After the superintendent’s decision an appeal may be made to the Board of Trustees for the Cut Bank Schools subject to the following:
1.) All appeals to the Board of Trustees described herein must be in writing and delivered with ten (10) working days of the superintendent’s decision. Delivery must be either by hand delivery to the superintendent personally or by certified mail, return receipt requested.
2.) The scope of review for the Board of Trustees shall be limited to the issue of whether the superintendent’s decision was proper based on the applicable school policies, and Montana State and Federal Law.
3.) All decisions by the Board of Trustees described herein are final.
Out-of-school suspension will take place, except as stipulated below, only after the student and parents have received notification citing the rule or regulation that has been abridged. The student will have an opportunity to defend the action that led to the suspension in a hearing that includes the appropriate authority figure, the student, and parent / guardians. The student and parent / guardians will be informed of the consequences and the appeal procedures.
In the case where, in the opinion of the principal, a suspension must commence immediately, a phone call or other notification to the parents / guardians of the student will suffice for notification. A hearing will be held as soon as possible. The students and parents / guardians will be informed of the consequences and the appeal procedures. The participants at this hearing do not have any right to legal counsel.
The Drug and Alcohol Policy adopted by the Cut Bank School District #15 will apply to all students enrolled in Cut Bank School District #15. For students participating in any activities that begin prior to the first day of school, these rules apply as of the first official day of the activity. For students who are not participating in any activities that begin prior to the first day of school, these rules apply as of the first day of school. For students participating in any activities that end after the last day of school, these rules apply through the final day of activity. For students not participating in spring activities, the policy ends on the last official day of school for non-participants.
Violations are cumulative, through the student’s period of attendance in middle or high school. Violations do not carry over, however, from middle school to the high school. In addition to the disciplinary consequences outlined below, any student in violation of the drug and alcohol regulation will be referred to the Counseling Department and a specific course of action will be determined. This may include completion at personal expense of the community Life Skills course.
Generally, students are reminded of the general Board Policy on Discipline. Should an individual violate the alcohol and drug regulation, he/she is reminded disciplinary measures include, but are not limited to:
Students who do not complete an activity for disciplinary reasons will not be eligible to receive letters, awards, or other recognition. Further the Trustees remind students that “activity suspensions” mean an individual may forfeit activities like: Senior Banquet; Prom; Athletic and non-athletic practices, contests, performances, travel; Graduation; Class Activities like BBQ’s, Macho Volleyball, Powder Puff Football; Homecoming; Spirit Week, etc., as determined by the administration. Accordingly, the following regulation outlines the disciplinary procedure:
Possession of Alcohol, Controlled Substances, Look Alike Drugs, or Drug Paraphernalia
Possession of alcohol, controlled substances, look alike drugs, or drug paraphernalia by students during the school day or at school-sponsored activities will result in the following:
First Offense: Out-of-school suspension for seven (7) days
Second Offense: Expulsion or such other appropriate disciplinary action as the Board will determine after notice and hearing
Distribution of Alcohol, Controlled Substances, Look Alike Drugs, or Drug Paraphernalia
Distribution of alcohol, controlled substances, look alike drugs, or drug paraphernalia by students during the school day or at school-sponsored activities will result in the following:
First Offense: Expulsion or such other appropriate disciplinary action as the Board will determine after notice and hearing.
Tobacco Products Prohibited
Possessing or using tobacco products on school grounds or at school-sponsored activities will result in the following:
First Offense: The parent or guardian will be notified and the student will be assigned four (4) hours of detention.
Second Offense: The parent or guardian will be notified and the student will be given out-of-school suspension for three (3) days.
Third Offense: The parent or guardian will be notified and the student will be given out-of-school suspension for nine and one-half (9.5) days. The parent or guardian and student
be required to come in for a conference with the principal.
Fourth Offense: The parent or guardian will be notified and the student will be
recommended to the Board of Trustees for expulsion.
Extracurricular activities include but are not limited to:
Football Cheerleading Pep Band
Volleyball Music Ensembles Jazz Band
Cross Country Speech & Drama BPA
Basketball Teacher’s Aide FCCLA
Wrestling Science Club Foreign Language
Golf Art Club Pep Club
Tennis Student Council
Track Prom
Softball Senior Activities
Possession of alcohol, controlled substances, look alike drugs, or drug paraphernalia by any student who is a member of an extracurricular, non-graded activity / organization, or who is a member of an interscholastic team will result in the following:
First Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where a thirty (30) school day suspension from activities and recommended counseling will be determined after
notice and hearing
Second Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where a sixty (60) school day suspension from activities and required proof of counseling prior to reinstatement will
be determined after notice and hearing
Third Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where a ninety (90) school day suspension and required proof of dependency evaluation and proof of ongoing
counseling prior to reinstatement will be determined after notice and hearing
Fourth Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where a one-hundred and eighty (180) school day suspension and required proof of chemical evaluation and proof
of ongoing counseling prior to reinstatement will be determined after notice and hearing
Possession of tobacco products by any student who is a member of an extracurricular, non-graded activity / organization, or who is a member of an interscholastic team will result in the following:
First Offense: The student will receive a nine (9) school days suspension from activities or such other appropriate disciplinary action will be determined after notice and
hearing
Second Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where a twenty (20) school days suspension from activities or such other appropriate disciplinary action
will be determined after notice and hearing
Third Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where a sixty (60) school days suspension from activities or such other appropriate disciplinary action will be determined after notice and hearing
Administrative Procedures:
The Principal will investigate and apply appropriate discipline for violation of policies regarding illegal contraband (alcohol, controlled substances, look alike drugs and drug paraphernalia) only under the following circumstances:
Accusation Procedures:
A student may be accused upon a signed sworn testimony of one or more citizens of the community or admission by the student. This sworn statement must be made in writing at the Principal’s office within ten school days of the said violations. If the accused claims innocence, a three-member panel appointed by the principal will, within five school days, conduct a hearing to determine guilt or sustain innocence.
Contact of Law Enforcement:
In all disciplinary scenarios that result in consequences regarding alcohol and toxic or controlled substances, administrators will advise law enforcement.
THEFT, DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY OR OTHER VANDALISM
Students in grade 6-12 who steal, vandalize, or destroy school or third party property valued at $50.00 or less, as defined solely by the individual building principal responsible for administration of the grade level of the student, during the school day or at school-sponsored activities will receive the following consequences:
First Offense: ISS for One Day
Second Offense: ISS for Two Day
Third Offense: Out of School Suspension for five (5)
Any student who is a member of an extracurricular, non-graded activity / organization, or who is a member of an interscholastic team will also receive the following consequences:
First Offense: Activity Suspension for five (5) school days
Second Offense: Activity suspension for nine (9) school days
Third Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where a ninety (90) school days suspension from activities or such other appropriate disciplinary action will be
determined after notice and hearing
Students in grades 6-12 who steal, vandalize, or destroy school or third party valued at more than $50.00, as defined solely by the individual building principal responsible for administration of the grade level of the student, during the school day or at school sponsored activities will receive the following consequences:
First Offense: Out-of-school suspension for three (3) days
Second Offense: Expulsion or such other appropriate disciplinary action the board shall determine after notice and hearing
Any student who is a member of an extracurricular, non-graded activity / organization will also receive the following:
First Offense: Activity Suspension for five (5) school days
Second Offense: Activity suspension for nine (9) school days
Third Offense: The student will appear before the Board of Trustees where an indefinite suspension or other such appropriate disciplinary action will be determined after notice and
hearing
In all cases, reimbursement for damages will be collected based on replacement costs. This reimbursement must be made prior to admittance to school following suspension. The principal may allow other payment arrangements based on extenuating circumstances.
Students who do not complete a competitive or noncompetitive activity for disciplinary reasons will not be eligible to receive letters, awards or other recognition. The administration may report information regarding each incident to law enforcement officials.
Students are reminded of the general Board Policy on Discipline. Should an individual violate the theft, vandalism and destruction of third party property regulation, he/she is reminded disciplinary measures include, but are not limited to:
Further the Trustees remind students that “activity suspensions” mean an individual may forfeit activities like Senior Banquet; Prom; Athletic and non-athletic practices, contests, performances, travel; Graduation; Class Activities like BBQ’s, Macho Volleyball, Powder Puff Football; Homecoming; Spirit Week, etc., as determined by the administration.
A student who uses, possesses, controls, or transfers a firearm, or any object that can reasonably be considered, or looks like, a firearm, shall be expelled for a definite period of time of at least one (1) calendar year. The Board, however, may modify the expulsion period on a case-by-case basis. The building administrator shall notify the criminal justice or juvenile delinquency system of any student who brings a firearm to school.
If a student violating this policy is identified as disabled, either under IDEA or Section 504, a determination must be made whether the student’s conduct is related to the disability. If the violation of the policy is due to a disability recognized by the IDEA or Section 504, lawful procedures for changes in placement must be followed.
Any student subject to an expulsion shall be entitled to a hearing before the Board, in accordance with Sec. 20-5-202, MCA, and Policy 3300.
CUT BANK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ACTIVITY REGULATIONS
To provide the best possible atmosphere for our fans to enjoy Cut Bank Public School activities, and for our students to perform in these activities, the following guidelines for children and students attending are in effect:
a. For greater visibility and safety of players and officials, loitering around doorways is prohibited.
b. Fans are encouraged to walk, not run.
c. Repetitive leaving of the activity will result in no readmission.
d. No drinks may be brought into the facilities and no drinks without lids are allowed in the gym.
e . Student behavior issues may result in parental notification and suspension from event attendance.
4. Football Field:
a, Walk; do not run.
b. Sit in the bleachers or stand behind the fence.
c. Tree/bush area is off limits.
d. Problems will result in parental notification and suspension from event attendance.
5. Auditorium:
a. Listen quietly.
b. Exit only if necessary and do so between group performances.
c. Exercise consideration for the individual seated behind you by removing hats.
d. Refrain from sitting and/or visiting in the back of the auditorium. Kindly carry conversations to the lobby area.
e. Enjoy the talents of our performers/speakers!
6. Sportsmanship:
a. Exercise representative behavior and proper perspective at all times.
b. Display openly a respect for the opponent at all times.
c. Gain an understanding and appreciation of the contest rules.
d. Recognize and appreciate skilled performances regardless of the team.
e. Always exhibit respect for contest officials.
f. Support the cheer squad with enthusiasm.
CUT BANK HIGH SCHOOL DANCE REGULATIONS
All social and school dances are to be cleared through and approved by the principal. At least two faculty members plus the sponsor of the organization holding the dance shall always supervise dances. Students who leave the building before the end of the dance shall NOT be readmitted. Middle School Students are NOT permitted to attend high school dances. The high school dances are for Cut Bank students and the only exceptions will be at the Homecoming, Prom, and tournament dances. Guests may attend if permission is granted by the administration.
Any student, regardless of age, who in the opinion of an activity sponsor is under the influence or in possession of chemicals, shall be reported to the administration for disciplinary action. The Counseling Staff shall also receive this information.
The dress of students will be determined by the type of social event, but must comply with school policy. At no time in any assembly or social event will the lighting be so subdued that the faces of the persons in attendance cannot be seen. There will be order and respect in any social event. If order does not exist, the group will be dismissed.
The music is to stop at approximately 12 midnight, so that the building may be cleared by 12:15. Law enforcement officials may be requested to attend the social function if deemed necessary by the administration.
Possible dates that dances may be held are determined at the beginning of each year. Any exceptions to the above must have the permission of the administration.
FIELD TRIPS, EXCURSIONS AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION,
POLICY #2320
The Board recognizes that field trips, when used as a device for teaching and learning integral to the curriculum, are an educationally sound and important ingredient in the instructional program of the schools. Such trips can supplement and enrich classroom procedures by providing learning experiences in an environment beyond the classroom. The Board also recognizes that field trips may result in lost learning opportunities in missed classes. Therefore, the Board endorses the use of field trips when the educational objectives achieved by the trip clearly outweigh any lost in-class learning opportunities.
In advance, the Board must approve field trips that take students out of the state. Building Principals have the authority to approve all other field trips.
Building Principals shall develop procedures for the operation of a field trip. Each field trip must be integrated with the curriculum and coordinated with classroom activities that enhance its usefulness.
No staff member may solicit students during instructional time for any privately arranged field trip or excursion without Board permission.
Wednesday night is reserved for family activities. No school activities will be scheduled after 6:30 p.m.
Daily Bulletin and Announcements
All school personnel will be informed of school and related activities on a daily basis via e-mailed announcements. Any person may submit a written request for announcements on the daily bulletin. Announcements to be included in the bulletin must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. the day prior to when it is to be announced. All announcements will be subject to the approval by the administration and run up to 3 days. Announcements may also be reviewed on the school web page. These announcements must be read during first period so the proper information is relayed to the students, faculty and staff.
Student Council meetings and class meetings may be held during school time. All other organizations will hold meetings before school, after school, or during the lunch hour. Organizations wishing to hold a meeting must complete a “meeting request” form which may be obtained in the office. Administrative approval is required for these meetings and passes must be secured.
Official school colors are purple and gold. The school mascot is the Wolf. The song is the Washington Fight Song.
Regulations require that fire drills be held periodically throughout the year. The fire signal will be an intermittent ringing paired in some locations with a strobe light. All persons are to leave the building when the fire bell rings. Please close all windows and doors. Teachers are responsible for carrying an accurate class roster. Leave the building via the following exits:
West Door (Administration): Rooms 114, 116, 213, 214, 216, 113, 211,
North Door (Main Entrance): Rooms 109, 112, 209, 111, 212, 210
West Corridor (Breeze way doors): Library, HS Computer Lab, Rooms A1, A2, A3-4,B1, B2, B3
Lobby Exit (South Door): Rooms A5, A6, B4, B5, B6
Music Exit: Art room, Band, stage, and Choir room.
Gymnasium Fire Doors (East Door): Every class in the gymnasium, locker rooms, and shower rooms.
Students in the auditorium: Freshman leave by south exit; other three classes leave by main auditorium exit.
The signal will remain on for an extended period while students are to remain outside. Students should not reenter until once again they hear the alarm. The message to return to the building will be a short ringing of the same alarm used for exit. Remember silence is not the reenter signal.
In the event of an emergency, students may need to be moved to an alternative site. Parents are asked to turn on radios for informational updates. Parents are discouraged from phoning the schools or emergency service providers; phone lines are limited and need to be open for necessary emergency response. Parents are also advised not to come to the schools or alternate locations. Students will remain with staff and will be cared for until a dismissal plan is instituted. The radio will be your best source for details regarding dismissal. We ask for your assistance in keeping the emergency areas clear for emergency and disaster workers and thank you for your patience as you wait for your student’s dismissal.
All visitors to the high school are asked to enter by the main office and check in with office personnel. Visitors are asked to wear a visitor’s badge while in the building. Visitations to teachers during conference periods and appointments in the various offices are encouraged. As we want to maximize instructional time and minimize disruptions, we appreciate your advanced planning. We welcome your presence at our school and appreciate your consideration of our need to maintain a secure setting for optimal learning.
Written materials, handbills, photographs, pictures, petitions, films, tapes, posters, or other visual or auditory materials may not be posted, sold, circulated, or distributed on campus by a student or a non-student without the prior approval of the principal. Any student who posts material without approval will be subjected to disciplinary action. Materials displayed without this approval will be removed.
On occasion requests are made to administration for student participation in surveys. No student is required to participate. Parents will be advised in advance of dispersal of surveys and have the opportunity to preview materials. Common survey activities include the bi-annual Montana Youth Behavior Survey and periodic school improvement surveys.
Foreign Exchange Students and Nonresident Student Attendance
Foreign Exchange: Foreign exchange students must be eighteen years of age or younger, must reside with a legal resident of the District, and must demonstrate English proficiency on the District’s assessment tool or be tutored at the exchange organization’s expense. The exchange student must meet all appropriate standards and meet CBHS graduation requirements to participate in Graduation ceremonies. Please see Policy #3145 for additional requirements/responsibilities.
Nonresident Student Attendance:
The Board, recognizing that an educational requirement of its resident students includes the need for an orderly educational process and environment, free from disruption, overcrowding, and any kind of violence or disruptive influences, has established criteria on the admission of nonresident students. The policy may be reviewed at any office.
Cut Bank Schools are in compliance with the educational amendments of 1972, Title IX, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1983. No person shall be denied equal opportunity for education instruction, participation in school activities or employment by the school unless based upon reasonable grounds as provided by law.
The Equity Coordinator is the Principal of Cut Bank High School, 873-5629.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT/INTIMIDATION OF STUDENTS
Sexual harassment of students is prohibited. An employee, District agent, or student engages in sexual harassment whenever he/she makes unwelcome advances, requests sexual favors, and engages in other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual or sex-based nature, imposed on the basis of sex, that:
1.) denies or limits the provision of educational aid, benefits, services, or treatment, or that makes such conduct a condition of a student’s academic status; or
2.) has the purpose of effect of:
a.) substantially interfering with the student’s educational environment;
b.) creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment;
c.) depriving a student of educational aid, benefits services, or treatment; or
d. making submission to or rejection of such unwelcome conduct the basis for academic decisions affecting a student.
The terms “intimidating”, “hostile” and “offensive” include conduct which has the effect of humiliation, embarrassment, or discomfort. Examples of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to, unwelcome touching, crude jokes or pictures, discussions of sexual experiences, teasing related to sexual characteristics, and spreading rumors related to a person’s alleged sexual activities.
Students who believe that they may have been sexually harassed or intimidated should contact a counselor, teacher, Title IX coordinator or administrator who will assist them in filing a complaint. Supervisors or teachers who knowingly condone, or fail to report or assist a student to take action to remediate such behavior of sexual harassment or intimidation may themselves be subject to discipline.
Any District employee who is determined, after an investigation, to have engaged in sexual harassment will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge. Any student of the District who is determined, after an investigation, to have engaged in sexual harassment will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to, suspension and expulsion consistent with the discipline policy. Any person knowingly making a false accusation regarding sexual harassment will likewise be subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge, with regard to employees, or suspension and expulsion, with regard to students.
The District will make every effort to insure that employees or students accused of sexual
harassment or intimidation are given appropriate opportunity to defend themselves against such accusations.
Retaliation against persons who file a complaint is a violation of law prohibiting discrimination, and will lead to disciplinary action against the offender.
Any individual seeking further information should contact the Superintendent for the name of the current Title IX Coordinator for the District. The Superintendent shall insure that the student and employee handbooks identify the name, address, and telephone number of the individual responsible for coordinating the District’s compliance efforts.
An individual with a complaint alleging a violation of this policy shall follow the Uniform Grievance Procedure.
HAZING/ HARASSMENT/INTIMIDATION/BULLYING/MENACING
The Board of Trustees strives to provide a positive and productive learning and working environment. Hazing, harassment, intimidation, menacing, or bullying by students, staff, or third parties is strictly prohibited and shall not be tolerated.
“Hazing” includes, but is not limited to, any act that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or as a condition or precondition of attaining membership in or affiliation with any District-sponsored activity or grade-level attainment, including, but not limited to, forced consumption of any drink, alcoholic beverage, drug or controlled substance, forced exposure to the elements, forced prolonged exclusion from social contact, sleep deprivation, or any forced activity that could adversely affect the mental or physical health or safety of a student; requires, encourages, authorizes, or permits another to be subject to wearing or carrying any obscene or physically burdensome article, assignment of pranks to be performed, or other such activities intended to degrade or humiliate.
“Harassment” includes, but is not limited to, any act which subjects an individual or group to unwanted, abusive behavior of a nonverbal, verbal, written, or physical nature, on the basis of age, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, ancestry, disability, or marital status.
“Harassment, intimidation, or bullying” means any act that substantially interferes with a student’s educational benefits, opportunities, or performance, that takes place on or immediately adjacent to school grounds, at any school-sponsored activity, on school-provided transportation, or at any official school bus stop, and that has the effect of:
“Intimidation” includes, but is not limited to, any threat or act intended to tamper with, substantially damage, or interfere with another’s property, cause substantial inconvenience, subject another to offensive physical contact, or inflict serious physical injury, on the basis of age, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, ancestry, disability, or marital status.
“Menacing” includes, but is not limited to, any act intended to place a school employee, student, or third party in fear of imminent serious physical injury.
Any complaints about behavior that may violate this policy should be promptly reported to the building principal. This report may be made anonymously. A student may also report concerns to a teacher or counselor who will be responsible for notifying the principal. Complaints against the principal should be made to the superintendent. Complaints against the superintendent should be made with the Board of Trustees.
False reports and retaliation toward any person who reports a violation or who is though to have reported a violation will be subject to appropriate discipline as these are serious offenses.
Students whose behavior is found to be hazing, harassment, intimidation, bullying, menacing, false reporting, or retaliation will be subject to discipline up to and including expulsion. Staff whose behavior is found to be a violation shall be subject to appropriate sanctions as determined and imposed by the Superintendent or Board. Individuals may also be referred to law enforcement officials.
ADMINISTERING MEDICINES TO STUDENTS, POLICY #3416
Special circumstances may require the school to support physician and parents in the administration of prescribed medicine. When such circumstances arise, the following guidelines will be adhered to:
a. A written authorization from the student's physician must be presented. Only oral medication will be given.
b. A written authorization from the student's parents/guardian to give the medication.
c. Medication shall be delivered to and kept in the High School Office.
d. The medications must be in the original containers.
e. A log will be kept for each student concerning the administration of prescription medicines.
Self-administration or possission of asthma or allergy mediation may be authorized by school personnel.
a. A signed authorization from the student's physician must be presented.
b. Authorization will be for the current school year only.
Reference may be made to School Board Policy #3416 for further information.
SEARCHES AND SEIZURE, Policy #3231
The goal of search and seizure with respect to students is meeting the educational needs of children and ensuring their security. The objective of any search and/or seizure is not the eradication of crime in the community. Searches may be carried out to recover stolen property, to detect illegal substances or weapons, or to uncover any matter reasonably believed to be a threat to the maintenance of an orderly educational environment. The Board authorizes school authorities to conduct reasonable searches of school property and equipment, as well as of students and their personal effects, to maintain order and security in the schools.
The search of a student, by authorized school authorities, is reasonable if it is both: (1) justified at its inception, and (2) reasonably related in scope to the circumstances which justified the interference in the first place.
School authorities are authorized to utilize any reasonable means of conducting searches, including but not limited to the following:
School Property and Equipment and Personal Effects of Students
School authorities may inspect and search school property and equipment owned or controlled by the District (such as lockers, desks, and parking lots).
The Superintendent may request the assistance of law enforcement officials, including their use of specially trained dogs, to conduct inspections and searches of lockers, desks, parking lots, and other school property and equipment for illegal drugs, weapons, or other illegal or dangerous substances or material.
School authorities may search a student or a student’s personal effects, when reasonable grounds
suggest a search will produce evidence that the particular student has violated or is violating a law or District student conduct rules. The search must be conducted in a manner that is reasonably related to its objectives and not excessively intrusive in light of age and sex of a student and the nature of the suspected infraction.
Students may not use, transport, carry, or possess illegal drugs or any weapons in their vehicles on school property. While on school property, vehicles may be inspected at any time by staff, or by contractors employed by the District utilizing trained dogs, for the presence of illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, or weapons. In the event the school has reason to believe that drugs, drug paraphernalia, or weapons are present, including by alert-trained dogs, the student’s vehicle will be searched, and the student expressly consents to such a search.
Also, by parking in the school parking lots, the student consents to having his/her vehicle searched if the school authorities have any other reasonable suspicion to believe that a violation of school rules or policy has occurred.
When a search produces evidence that a student has violated or is violating either a law or
District policies or rules, such evidence may be seized and impounded by school authorities and disciplinary action may be taken. As appropriate, such evidence may be transferred to law enforcement authorities.
Legal Reference: Redding v. Safford Unified School District,
---F.3d----, 2007 WL 2743594(C.A. 9 (Ariz.))
Terry v. Ohio, 392 U.S. 1, 20 (1968)
NOTIFICATION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
When law enforcement officers or other authorities wish to question or interview a student at school:
The Principal will verify and record the identity of the officer or other authority and ask for an explanation of the need to question or interview the student.
The Principal ordinarily will make reasonable efforts to notify parents unless the interviewer raises what the principal considers to be a valid objection. The principal will cooperate fully regarding the conditions of the interview, if the questioning or interview is part of a child abuse investigation.
State law requires the District to permit a student to be taken into legal custody:
Before a student is released to a law enforcement officer or other legally authorized person, the principal will verify the officer’s identity and, to the best of his or her ability, will verify the official’s authority to take custody of the student.
The principal will immediately notify the superintendent and will ordinarily attempt to notify the parent unless the officer or other authorized person raises what the principal considers to be a valid objection to notifying the parents. Because the principal does not have the authority to prevent or delay a custody action, notification will most likely be after the fact.
ADDENDUM TO HANBOOK
Additional rules and regulations may be added to this handbook at any time by the Administration. Such information will be presented as an addendum to this handbook.
TECHNOLOGY USE POLICY, #3612 --District-Provided Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks
Acceptable Use of Electronic Networks
All use of electronic networks shall be consistent with the District’s goal of promoting educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication. These procedures do not attempt to state all required or proscribed behaviors by users. However, some specific examples are provided. The failure of any user to follow the procedures will result in the loss of privileges, disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal action.
All users are required to sign and return (to the appropriate building office) the signature page of the Acceptable Use Policy prior to using any district computers. Accounts will be disabled until submitted to office.
a. Using the network for any illegal activity, including violation of copyright or other contracts, or transmitting any material in violation of any federal or state law
b. Unauthorized downloading of software, regardless of whether it is copyrighted or de-virused (including games, music, videos, etc.)
c. Downloading copyrighted material for other than personal use
d. Using the network for private financial or commercial gain
e. Wastefully using resources, such as file space or printing
f. Hacking or gaining unauthorized access to files, resources, or entities or changing computer settings that affect the operations of the computer or network
g. Disclosure, dissemination, and use of information of a personal nature about anyone
h. Using another user’s account or password
i. Posting material authored or created by another, without his/her consent
j. Posting anonymous messages
k. Using the network for commercial or private advertising
l. Accessing, submitting, posting, publishing, or displaying any defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, racially offensive, harassing,
or illegal material
m. Using the network while access privileges are suspended or revoked
n. Cyber bullying of any kind will not be tolerated.
4. Network Etiquette – The user is expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. They include, but are not limited to, the following:
a. Be polite. Do not become abusive in messages to others.
b. Use appropriate language. Do not swear or use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language (including in file storage).
c. Do not reveal personal information, including the addresses or telephone numbers of students or colleagues.
d. Recognize that electronic mail (e-mail) is not private. People who operate the system have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be
reported to authorities.
e. Do not use the network in any way that would disrupt its use by other users.
f. Consider all communications and information accessible via the network to be private property.
5. No Warranties – The District makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing. The District will not be responsible for any damages the user suffers. This includes loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, missed deliveries, or service interruptions caused by its negligence or the user’s errors or omissions. Use of any information obtained via the Internet is at the user’s own risk. The District specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services.
6. Indemnification – The user agrees to indemnify the District for any losses, costs, or damages, including reasonable attorney fees, incurred by the District, relating to or arising out of any violation of these procedures.
7. Security – Network security is a high priority. If the user can identify a security problem on the Internet or school network, the user must notify the system administrator or building principal. Do not demonstrate the problem to other users. Keep your account and password confidential. Do not use another individual’s account without written permission from that individual. Attempts to log on to the Internet as a system administrator will result in cancellation of user privileges. Any user identified as a security risk may be denied access to the network.
8. Vandalism – Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges, and other disciplinary action. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user, the Internet, or any other network. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses.
9. Telephone Charges – The District assumes no responsibility for any unauthorized charges or fees, including telephone charges, long-distance charges, per-minute surcharges, and/or equipment or line costs.
10. Copyright Web Publishing Rules – Copyright law and the District policy prohibit the republishing of text or graphics found on the Web or on District Websites or file servers, without explicit written permission.
a. For each re-publication (on a Website or file server) of a graphic or text file that was produced externally, there must be a notice at the bottom of the page crediting the original
producer and noting how and when permission was granted. If possible, the notice should also include the Web address of the original source.
b. Students and staff engaged in producing Web pages must provide library media specialists with e-mail or hard copy permissions before the Web pages are published. Printed
evidence of the status of “public domain” documents must be provided.
c. The absence of a copyright notice may not be interpreted as permission to copy the materials. Only the copyright owner may provide the permission. The manager of the
Website displaying the material may not be considered a source of permission.
d. The “fair use” rules governing student reports in classrooms are less stringent and permit limited use of graphics and text.
e. A student’s work may only be published if there is written permission from both the parent/guardian and the student.
11. Use of Electronic Mail
a. The District’s electronic mail system, and its constituent software, hardware, and data files, are owned and controlled by the District. The District provides e-mail to aid students and staff members in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities and as an education tool.
b. The District reserves the right to access and disclose the contents of any account on its system without prior notice or permission from the account’s user. Unauthorized access by any student or staff member to an electronic mail account is strictly prohibited.
c. Each person should use the same degree of care in drafting an electronic mail message as would be put into a written memorandum or document. Nothing should be transmitted in an e-mail message that would be inappropriate in a letter or memorandum.
d. Electronic messages transmitted via the District’s Internet gateway carry with them an identification of the user’s Internet “domain.” This domain name is a registered domain name and identifies the author as being with the District. Great care should be taken, therefore, in the composition of such messages and how such messages might reflect on the name and reputation of this District. Users will be held personally responsible for the content of any and all electronic mail messages transmitted to external recipients.
e. Any message received from an unknown sender via the Internet should either be immediately deleted or forwarded to the system administrator. Downloading any file attached to any Internet-based message is prohibited, unless the user is certain of that message’s authenticity and the nature of the file so transmitted.
f. Forwarded messages and mass mailings should be limited due to potential harm to the network and computer.
g. Use of the District’s electronic mail system constitutes consent to these regulations.
Internet Safety
Legal Reference: Children’s Internet Protection Act, P.L. 106-554
20 U.S.C. § 6801, et seq.
47 U.S.C. § 254 (h) and (l); Revised: November 12, 2002
STUDENT GOVERNMENT CONSTITUTION
CUT BANK HIGH SCHOOL (REVISED SPRING - 1993)
PREAMBLE
We, the students of Cut Bank High School, in order to form a better understanding of the rules, traditions, and administration of the high school, to promote initiative and student rights, and to better define the limitations and powers of the student government, do obtain and establish this constitution for the Cut Bank High School student body.
ARTICLE 1 - NAME
Section I - STUDENT BODY
A. All students properly enrolled in Cut Bank High School are members of the student body.
B. Upon enrollment all members will receive a copy of the current Student Handbook and such other regulations affecting the student.
Section II - STUDENT COUNCIL
A. Shall be composed of the following:
1. Student council president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer
2. Class presidents, vice-presidents, secretaries/treasurers, and historians
3. Recognized club presidents
4. Leadership Directors (delegates)
5. Yearbook and newspaper representatives shall be non-voting members
6. Student representatives to District 15 Board of Trustees
B. Total membership will vary upon need.
C. Function: to carry on the business of the student council
ARTICLE II - MEETINGS
Section I
The Student Body as a whole shall meet for the purpose of listening to the platforms of the nominees for student council office each spring and at such other times as deemed necessary for associated student business. Meetings shall be approved by the student council and the principal. Two-thirds membership shall constitute a quorum.
Section II
The Student Council shall meet every two weeks or as needed for the purpose of carrying on the decision making business of the council. The meetings will be held during the noon hour. The president and student council adviser shall determine the time and meeting place. Two thirds membership shall constitute a quorum.
ARTICLE III -OFFICE QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES
Section I - President
A. Chosen from the senior class
B. Presides over sessions of the student body and student council.
C. Acts as chief representative of the A.S.C.B.H.S.
D. Determines meeting times with the consent of the student council adviser.
E. Serves as master of ceremonies for school assemblies.
Section II -Vice President
A. Assumes the office of the president if the president is unable to fulfill his/her duties.
B. Serves as presiding officer in the absence of the president.
C. Serves as chairman and convener of all temporary committees.
D. May be a junior or senior.
Section III - Secretary
A. Records minutes of all meetings
B. Provides hard copies of the minutes to the student council president and adviser.
C. Has important minutes announced through the principal’s office.
D. Initiates and / or answers all correspondence on behalf of the student council.
Section IV -Treasurer
A. Keeps clear and accurate records of all student council finances in accordance with the law.
B. Gives an accurate report of the financial condition at each meeting.
C. Completes the necessary paperwork needed to deposit and / or expend student funds.
D. May be a sophomore, junior, or senior.
ARTICLE IV - IMPEACHMENT
Any member of the student council shall be nominated for impeachment if a member of the student body recommends it through written charges to the student council. A hearing shall then be held before the student council and a two thirds majority vote from the student council is needed for impeachment. The vice-president shall replace an impeached president. All other impeached positions shall be filled by student council appointments.
ARTICLE V - STUDENT BODY ELECTIONS
Section I
Elections shall be held in accordance with Spring Spirit Week.
Section II
Presidential and vice-presidential candidates must submit a joint petition containing fifty student signatures. Candidates for secretary and treasurer must submit individual petitions containing twenty-five signatures on or before the day set by student council.
Section III
Candidates for the four offices may form parties and develop platforms on which to run. The candidates of each party shall present their platform at a student body assembly during Spring Spirit Week. Candidate speeches shall also be given at this time.
Section IV
Voting shall be by secret ballot and shall take place during Spring Spirit Week.
Section V
Candidates may campaign with posters and signs one week prior to election day. All campaign materials should be removed prior to the day of voting.
Section VI
Grades 8 - 11 shall be entitled to vote. Graduating seniors shall not have a vote, but student council seniors shall be in charge of the voting procedure.
ARTICLE VI - CLASS GOVERNMENT
Section I
Each class shall elect a president, vice-president, and secretary/treasurer one week after Spring Spirit Week. The freshman (next year) class will elect their officers in the fall and shall also elect a historian who will serve the entire four years.
Section II
Candidates for each office must present a petition signed by at least ten members of the class to be eligible to be elected at the class caucuses.
Section III
Impeachment of a class officer will be by a two-thirds majority of the class involved. Charges may be brought by any class member on a petition signed by at least one third of the students in the class.
ARTICLE VII -CLUBS AND SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS
Section I - Formation:
Clubs with an adviser and at least ten members may be formed with the approval of the student council and the principal.
Section II -Recognition
The Constitution or itinerary of any club or organization must be submitted to the student council for approval each fall before the club is recognized as a functioning group in the school.
ARTICLE VIII - AMENDMENT PROCEDURES
Section I
The student council shall make rules for itself which are not specified in the constitution.
Section II
Student legislation of periodic importance shall be incorporated in the minutes.
Section III
The adviser of the student council shall be the principal of the high school and his / her designee(s).
Section IV
Temporary committees may be formed from time to time as seen necessary by the president or the council. The vice-president shall be a member of the temporary committees.
ARTICLE IX - SPRING SPIRIT WEEK
Section I
A spirit week shall be held for one full week each spring as designated by the convenience of the student council.
Section II
Student body elections will be held in accordance with the activities set by the student council.
ARTICLE X - ELECTION OF ROYALTY CANDIDATES
Section I
Candidates must be nominated one week prior to Homecoming/Prom.
Section II
Candidates may be nominated numerously until successfully elected.
Section III
Candidates will be voted on by the student body prior to Homecoming/Prom.
Section IV
Homecoming candidates must be seniors.
Section V
Prom candidates shall be juniors and seniors.
Purpose and Selection Criteria:
The National Honor Society is a service organization established to recognize students who reflect high academic accomplishments and exemplary character, leadership, and service qualities.
Selection Criteria:
Selection Process:
During the spring of the sophomore, junior or senior year, those students meeting the scholastic requirements and having been in attendance at CBHS at least one semester receive a letter inviting them to express an interest in being selected for induction in to the National Honor Society. Interested students complete a student information form outlining their leadership and service activities. The faculty at large reviews all eligible candidates on issues of character, leadership and service. The completed information forms and the faculty input are then forwarded to the Faculty Council. Final membership selection rests with the Faculty Council. Students not selected for induction have the opportunity to go through the appeals process. If the student maintains the scholastic requirement, and he or she is not a senior during the spring induction, the student is also eligible to be considered another time.
Recognition at Graduation:
Members who have remained in good standing, completed their service requirement, and maintained the 3.25 GPA requirement may wear the National Honor Society stole and be recognized at the graduation ceremony.
The Faculty Council of the chapter selects students who demonstrate outstanding performance in all four criteria of scholarships, leadership, service, and character. The Faculty Council will first identify students with a GPA of 3.25 and will then evaluate the candidates’ performance in the areas of leadership, service, and character.
During the selection process the Faculty Council as well as faculty members who are asked to evaluate the candidates directs their attention to the following attributes which the student may possess:
Leadership: The leadership criterion is considered highly important for membership selection. The Faculty Council recognizes a student’s leadership potential in terms of the number of offices a student has held in school or community organizations; the committee also recognizes that leadership exists outside elected positions including effective participation in other co-curricular activities offered on campus. Leadership is also displayed within the classroom. The student who exercises leadership:
Service:
Character:
Character is probably the most difficult criterion to define. A person of character demonstrates the following six qualities: respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring and citizenship. In addition, it can also be said the student of character:
Cut Bank High School National Honor Society Selection Process:
Revised and Ratified May 2003
The name of this organization is the National Honor Society.
The purpose is to encourage the four characteristics of the NHS:
Character, Leadership, Service, and Scholarship
The high school principal shall reserve the right to approve all activities and decisions of the chapter.
The adviser is appointed by the principal of Cut Bank High School. The adviser will maintain all records of membership, selection and discipline associated with the chapter.
A five member Faculty Council appointed yearly by the principal will meet a least once a year to review the procedures of the chapter, select members, and consider non-selection, discipline and dismissal.
The Faculty Council will develop and revise, when necessary all chapter procedures for selection, disciplining, and dismissal of members.
The chapter adviser will invite all students, grades 10 through 12 whose GPA is 3.25 to indicate an interest in being selected for membership in the local chapter o f the National Honor Society. A student information form indicating areas of service and leadership roles, along with a faculty-at-large evaluation form, will be considered by the Faculty Council for membership selection. Membership is granted to students who demonstrate outstanding qualities in all four areas of character, leadership, service and scholarship. Once selected, members have the responsibility to continue to demonstrate these qualities.
Candidates become members upon induction.
The local chapter may from time to time recognize any individual with an honorary membership, subject to the approval of the adviser and principal.
The NHS Induction Ceremony and Installation of Officers are scheduled in the spring. Members, their parents, school administration and Board of Trustees are invited to the induction. The chapter president, and appointed members are responsible to organize this event. The chapter adviser and chapter officers are responsible for the induction of new members.
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