FORWARD

This student handbook has been prepared for your personal use in hopes that through a better understanding of the overall program your school experience will prove more enjoyable and profitable.

It is the purpose of the Pirate Handbook to assist students, faculty, and parents to become better acquainted with Adna High Schoolís activities, traditions, requirements, and expectations.

The information contained in this guide will answer many of your questions and enable you to have a clearer conception of philosophy, responsibilities, and opportunities of high/middle school life at Adna.

This booklet should be shared with parents. Additional copies are available in the high school office.

Sincerely,
 

Edward J. Rothlin
Principal
 

A message to the students of Adna. As you grow and develop, you may enjoy many new privileges like participating in sports, extracurricular activities, driving a vehicle, voting, etc., However, along with these privileges are inherent responsibilities. YOU have control over YOUR actions. YOU will be held accountable for YOUR actions.
 
 
 

THE PHILOSOPHY OF ADNA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Education is a public trust and the Adna Schools accept this responsibility. We believe that every child has the right to an education. A school in a democratic republic advances only as does the intellectual, social and moral standards of its citizens. We believe that in a democracy every individual should have the opportunity to realize his full potential and live a meaningful and satisfying life.

Adna educators believe that the school shall strive to develop in children the knowledge, skills, attitudes, understanding, and traits that will enable him to live a worthy personal life. We believe each child should be safeguarded as to his welfare and rights as a citizen regardless of race or creed. The role of the Adna School in our society is to teach and practice democratic principles so that our youth will appreciate their heritage, believe in it, and know how to make it function.

We believe the instructional procedure should implement the educational philosophy. In doing so the teachers are encouraged to be resourceful and creative. The method should provide a learning experience which will prepare students to meet the challenges in their lives. The pupil achievements and responsibilities should provide learning experiences which will prepare students to meet lifeís challenges.

We believe the education of the child extends beyond the confines of the school. In cooperation with other major institutions of our democratic society-home, church, and community-it is hoped all can work together, in an effort to attain educational objectives. The child should develop a desirable frame of mind and attitude through the efforts of all aspects of the community. The school and public are both charged with becoming well informed, and it is the duty of all concerned.

We believe the philosophy of the curriculum is developed to assist in the development of the whole child. The curriculum must have scope, sequence, and be integrated into every phase of the studentís life. The curriculum should be flexible to provide for individual differences, and felt needs of the pupils. The pupil should be afforded an opportunity for firsthand experiences in achieving basic skills. Consistent evaluation of student progress and of the education program must be provided to assume all concerned that there is realization of the educational objectives.

The faculty recognizes the learning processes and will direct and organize teaching techniques in view of these principles. The program is designed to educate, as economically as feasible, each student according to his own capabilities, aptitudes, and personality. The educational plan should be flexible to channeled learning, to enable a relationship to readiness, goals and interests of the child. We believe motivation of learning is closely related to the childís purpose, goals and past satisfactions and dissatisfactions.

BOARD POLICY #3200:

"All students who attend the districtís schools shall comply with the written policies, rules and regulations of the schools, shall pursue the required course of studies, and shall submit to the authority of the teachers of the schools, subject to such corrective action or punishment as the school officials shall determine."

GRADUATION

The requirements for graduation from Adna are:

Total Credits required: 22 (a credit is defined as 150 full hours of in-class instruction, therefore it equals one class for a full school year. We award .5 credit each semester for each class successfully passed with a grade of D or better.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
4 years of English (12th grade English must include the **Senior Project Component)
3 years of Mathematics
3 1/2 years of Social Studies including
*World or Washington History: 1/2 year
World Geography: 1/2 year
U.S. History: 1 year
Contemporary World History: 1 year
Economics: 1/2 year
2 years Science
2 years Physical Education
2 years Humanities (art, music, foreign language)
1 year Keyboarding/Info Proc.
1/2 year Consumer Education
1 1/2 years other occupational

*Washington History normally taken in 7th grade. Those who did not complete it must take it in high school. In those cases it may be substituted for World History at the counselorís discretion.

**The Senior Project must be successfully completed regardless of which Senior English the student selects.

1. In addition to meeting the general minimum requirements for an Adna High School diploma, to graduate with honors or highest honors a studentís course work must include the following:
    Science-4 years to include Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
    Math-Mathematics through the pre-calculus level.
    English-For highest honors, AP English or its equivalent is required
    Foreign Language-2 years of a single foreign language.
    Successful completion of the Senior Project.
2. To graduate with honors or highest honors the student must meet the following accumulative grade point average requirement:
    HONORS: 3.5 minimum accumulative gpa with no grade in any course taken below a C.
    HIGHEST HONORS: 3.8 minimum accumulative gpa with no grade in any course taken below a B.

Student who meet both the course work and gpa requirements will graduate with honors or highest honors and will be honored and recognized at graduation by the wearing of gold honor sashes.
 
 

HONOR ROLL

Regular letter grades in a minimum of four core classes are required to be eligible for the honor roll. Students with a minimum of a 3.2 gpa for a particular semester are on the honor roll. A 3.5 gpa qualifies the student for the Principalís List and a 4.0 gpa is required for the Superintendentís List.

All graduation requirements must be met for any student to be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony. Any student taking college courses that are to be applied to graduation requirements must meet the following criteria:

1. You must be enrolled in the course no later than Spring Quarter.
2. The course must be completed or confirmed by the college to be 95% completed and passing prior to graduation.

To participate in the Senior Trip the student must meet the following criteria:

1. The student must be passing all classes including college classes needed for graduation.
2. All fines and fees must be cleared.
3. All detention must be completed.

Selection Criteria:

To be considered for invitation into the AHS Chapter of the National Honor Society a student must have completed at least 3 semesters of high school and be outstanding in the areas of scholarship, leadership, character and service. Initial screening is based on a studentís academic core grade point average and course selection as follows:

    1. A student must have as least a 3.2 cumulative gpa in core subjects (English, Math, Science Social Studies, and Foreign Language)
    2. Third quarter grades in core subjects in the current school year must support the fact that a studentís cumulative core gpa will  not   drop below a 3.2.
    3. A student must have had at least one semester of geometry and be in the second semester OR have completed a yearís geometry course (or it equivalent) at the time of selection.
    4. A transfer student must have completed at least one full semester at Adna High School.

Any student who meets all of the above criteria will be given the opportunity to submit further evidence of outstanding scholarship, leadership, character and service. If such supporting evidence is submitted to the Honor Society Advisor within the time frame allowed, the student will be given further consideration for membership. Membership in the NHS is an honor bestowed upon a student and the decision of the selection committee is final.

"Running Start" students may be National Honor Society members as long as they continue to meet membership responsibilities: gpa requirements, service projects, meeting attendance, leadership within school, etc.

The following number of credits are the minimum a student must have earned to qualify for the next grade level:
    Freshmen must have earned no less than 4 credits to become sophomores.
    Sophomores must have a total of 10 credits to qualify for junior status.
    Juniors must have a total of 16 credits to become seniors.
 
 

GRADING

1. The assignment of letter grades and the point values of each shall be in accordance with state regulations and district policy. Regular grades in classes shall have the following meaning:
    A = Superior
    B = Above Average
    C = Average
    D = Below Average
    F = Failure to meet minimum standards.

2. Some school period assignments (such as T.A.ís) are not graded in the normal way. They are graded:
    P = Pass. Credit is given. G.P.A. is not effected.
    F = Failure to meet minimum standards. G.P.A. is effected.

3. If a student has documented learning problems which make it difficult or impossible to meet the regular standards, he/she may be eligible for special (effort) grading. This shall be clearly explained to the parent/guardian and the student. It is an option which the student may decline if desired. If elected, the regular letter grades will be preceded by the letter "S". All such grades shall not be used in computing G.P.A. or honor roll (except for Fís), but shall count for credit toward graduation.

4. Other grade symbols used:
    Inc. = Incomplete. Any incomplete not made up within two weeks after the end of the grading cycle is converted to an F.
    W = Withdrawal from the course.
    N/C = No credit. This may be awarded in cases where an F would be inappropriate, yet the requirements of the course were not
                (or could not) be met.

1. Early Release: Provided a student has sufficient credits toward graduation, Juniors and Seniors are eligible for one period of early release.

2. Credit for Correspondence: Students can take correspondence courses for credit, provided the courses are cleared through the counselor and they meet the requirements of Board policy. No more that a total of four correspondence/high school completion classes will be allowed towards graduation requirements.

3. Credit for Outside Music: Students can receive credit for out of school music lessons, provided the music instructor is a member of the Washington Music Teacherís Association, and the procedures of the Association are followed. Arrangements must be cleared through the counselor before the grading period begins.

4. Running Start: "Running Start" is a program created by the legislature which provides an opportunity for juniors and seniors to enroll in college courses at Centralia College. Students may enroll simultaneously in high school and college classes or solely college classes and may receive high school credit toward graduation for all classes taken. The college classes offered (numbered 100 or above) are tuition free.

Parents and students should give careful consideration to the appropriateness of this program before enrolling. There are specific course and program requirements which must be met and limitations that should be considered. The high school counselor is available to meet with parents and students to discuss the options.

5. New Market Vocational Skills Center: On a limited basis, junior and senior students from AHS may enroll in vocational courses offered at the NMVSC in Tumwater. Entry level occupational competencies are taught in a work-like setting. Students may choose from a variety of programs (collision repair, cosmetology, data processing, law enforcement, building tech., etc.). Students must have their own transportation to and from the NMVSC and must have sufficient credits in core subject areas to be eligible for this program. Contact the high school counselor for more information.

6. Progress Reports: When a student is doing unsatisfactory work in any class, a progress report will be sent home informing the parent/guardian of the problem. Parents may request regular progress checks. In these cases, it is the responsibility of the student to pick up a progress form and take it to each of his/her teachers for endorsement. The student then takes it home.

7. Final Exams: Finals are scheduled at the end of each semester and are a regular, required part of high school. Finals may not be taken earlier than the scheduled test day. Finals may count up to 1/3 of the total semester grade. Teachers may waive the requirements for certain individual students as a reward for exceptional work, provided the rules and procedures for waiver are explained at the start of the grading period. Any students who are not available to take the final on a scheduled day may reschedule the final for a time after it was given.

6. Withdrawals: Students are expected to work to their full capacity, and to learn the maximum amount possible during their school years. For this reason, students will not be allowed to drop classes after the first week of the semester, and no academic solids can be dropped without parent/guardian consent and valid educational reasons for same. All schedule changes must be processed through the counselor and through the teachers involved. In the event any teacher (or counselor) objects to the change, the parent or guardian will be contacted and advised of the concern. In the event the issue remains unresolved, the principal shall make the final decision (based on the best educational interest of the student).

7. Withdrawal from school: Withdrawals of non-emancipated students require parent consent. A withdrawal sheet must be filled out and completed before the student will be withdrawn.

8. Emancipation: Students who are 18 years of age are not necessarily emancipated and cannot freely sign their own notes, excuses, etc. If the student is still living with his/her parents or guardian, emancipation has not occurred. In these cases, all notes, permission slips, excuses, etc., must still be completed by the parent or guardian. Any student 18 years of age or older that can establish complete functional and financial independence will be considered emancipated.

9. Transcripts are a permanent record of all courses taken and all grades earned. If a course is repeated at a later date, it will be posted to the transcript and the grade will be averaged in the G.P.A., but the earlier grade will not be erased.

10.Prerequisites: Many courses have prerequisites. These are preconditions a student must meet to be established to enroll in the course. These requirements are not arbitrary. They are based on educational experience in the past which has indicated to us what grades are competencies are necessary for the student to succeed in the class. Nearly all of our advanced classes have prerequisites (Algebra II, French II, etc.). Eligibility to enroll for these classes will be based on a combination of the studentís grades (mainly 2nd semester of the previous course), comprehensive testing (usually the final exam of the previous course), and the teachers recommendation.

11.Failing a Class: Any student who is failing a class and it has been determined that there is no possible way a passing grade can be earned before the end of the semester, the student will be immediately pulled from the class, an "F" will be posted on their transcript and their schedule will be adjusted to best meet the needs of the student without disrupting the schoolís educational environment. The adjusted schedule may require a shortened day.

ATTENDANCE

RCW 28A.225.010 Mandatory Attendance. In compliance with RCW 28A.225.005, each school is required to inform parents and students about RCW 28A.225.010, compulsory education requirements and mandatory attendance. This RCW begins by stating that "All parents in this state of any child eight years of age and under eighteen years of age shall cause such child to attend the public school of the district in which the child resides and such child shall have the responsibility to and therefore shall attend full time when such school may be in session.... Some exceptions are permitted (ie., home-based instruction, those attending private school,....)."

Grades and Credits Earned

The presence of a student in class on a daily basis is a prerequisite for academic success. Students who do not attend class on a regular basis miss a large amount of material that can only be grasped by regular classroom attendance. Failure to be exposed to this material on a daily basis means the student is not fulfilling the expectations of the class. All teachers may include attendance requirements as a part of the course grade. The attendance requirement may not exceed 10% of the course grade.

In addition, the State of Washington defines a credit as equal to a minimum of 150 hours of in-class instruction. As our periods are 55 minutes in length, a student must be in class 164 days to qualify for a full credit in each class. Provisions are made in the law for extended, serious illness when verified by a physician, and home tutoring is available in those instances to assist the student. In all other cases, excessive absences will result in failure to meet the terms of the law and no credit will be given. This attendance policy refers to all absences including those days lost for illness but not school related activities.*

*Concerning grades and credits, students who are subject to extreme circumstances that are out of their control can request an exemption from this policy by making an appeal to the attendance review board. (This board consists of school staff [teachers, counselors,...] community members and parents.)

Therefore, students who miss over 16 days in a school year will lose credit(s) unless significant extenuating circumstances exist. Students who miss over 8 days in the fall semester without medical verification of extended illness will have fall credits placed on hold pending the outcome of the overall attendance for the year. If the full year attendance is under 16, full credit for the year will be given. If, however, the student runs over 8 in the first semester and/or over 16 for the year, credit would be lost for the full year, not just for the second semester. It is possible for students to make up for absences by attending summer school. This option should be explored through the counselor.

Students who arrive at a class 15 minutes or more after the class has started will be considered absent from that class. Any student arriving late or leaving early must sign in or out at the high school office. If a student is absent, a written note from a parent or guardian is required for the absence. The note does NOT guarantee an excused absence, however. Excused and unexcused absences will be determined by state guidelines.

Students are to be in class on time. Students will be allowed a total of four tardies for the school year--two for first semester and two for second semester (plus any unused from first semester.) See following for more information.

First Semester
    a. Tardy one and two-no detention
    b. Tardy three and four-30 minutes detention for each tardy
    c. Tardy five and six-30 minutes detention for each tardy plus loss of second semester tardies.
    d. Tardy seven.....30 minutes detention (all detention will be included in the progressive discipline procedure [see discipline code-minor offense]

Second Semester
    a. Tardy one and two (plus/minus first semester tardies--see first semester, a and c)
    b. 30 minutes detention for every tardy that exceeds step a.

EXAMPLE:
    1. Student has seven tardies first semester-he/she will be assigned 2.5 hours detention and will use two second semester tardies.
    2. Student has one tardy first semester--he/she will have three DT free tardies second semester.

Students must have a hall pass signed by a teacher to be in the halls during class time.

Excused absences fall into two categories: absences that are necessary and cannot be preplanned, such as illness, death in the immediate family, etc. and absences for a legitimate, reasonable purpose that have been preplanned and cleared through home AND the school Students who have demonstrated responsible, regular attendance and effort in school will be favorably viewed for preplanned absences of a legitimate nature. Students with attendance and/or grade problems will not be authorized any absences that are avoidable.

Unexcused absences are any absences that do not meet the excused criteria above and may be any of the following:
    1. Truancy ( an absence without parent/guardian or school permission).
    2. Absence due to illness or medical appointment that has not been documented by a note from parent/guardian.
    3. Parent approved absences that were not prearranged.

Any student whose absence is unexcused will experience the natural consequences for his/her actions.
    1. Fís will be recorded for that day in all gradebooks.
    2. No makeup work will be given for credit.

If the absence is a truancy (without parent/guardian knowledge or consent), the student will be assigned detention time double to the amount of time missed from school. If the absence falls in the category of requiring preclearance and the student does not receive clearance from the principal, the absence is not excused. On the first occurrence, the student will be warned that consent of the principal is required for nonemergency absences. However, no detention will be assigned if a permission note from the parent is received. If further instances occur despite the warning from the office, detention and/or other discipline will be imposed. It is critical that students understand the Washington statutes which mandate compulsory attendance.

The Becca Bill is a state law that requires the school to file with the juvenile court the names of students who have 5 (five) unexcused absences in a month or 10 (ten) in a year. It also allows the schools to file the names of students who have excessive excused or unexcused absences.

NOTE: An absence is defined as missing 15 minutes or more of any assigned class. A tardy is an absence of less than 15 minutes.

1. There are times students will need to take medications while attending school. We ask that all prescription medication be brought to the office with a signed note from the parent and doctor indicating what medicine we are administering, how much to give, and at what times. We request the medicine be in the original container with the the doctorís name and directions. Medicines should not be kept in the studentís personal belongings. If your child needs to take medicine on a long term basis, we need to have you fill out a form. Also, due to current regulations, over the counter medication cannot be given at school. The parent will have to come to the school to administer these medications. Violation of this policy could result in a discipline referral to the office.

1. Students are responsible for fulfilling obligations to the district. Students owing debts will not receive grades or transcripts until debts are cleared, nor will diplomas be issued. Students who are unable to pay may work off the debt at school at the rate of minimum wage. Unserved detention time is considered an obligation to the district. Students who refuse to fulfill their detention obligation to the school may be suspended until the matter is resolved.

1. Students are expected to wear appropriate attire to school and to school-related activities. Clothing, buttons, banners, etc. that may be offensive to others will not be worn. Examples include t-shirts promoting drugs, alcohol, or tobacco. Other examples include t-shirts that are sexually explicit or suggestive. Clothing worn by both male and female students must fit snugly under the arm with a shoulder strap of 2 1/2 inch or more (no tank tops), shorts or dresses/skirts will go to the ends of the fingertips, and shirts/blouses will go to the tops of the pants/skirt/shorts.

2. Hats are not to be worn and are to remain in your locker or bag from arrival until departure from school. Students will be warned the first week of school. After that, hats that are worn or seen will be confiscated and turned into the office. They will be released to the student at the end of the day on the first offense. Subsequently, they will be held all year or released to a parent.

1. Adna policy provides for a closed campus. Following their arrival, students will be expected to remain on campus until their dismissal at the end of the school day. Some areas of the campus will be deemed off limits(for example, the parking lot, the play area extending past the site of the football field).

2. Permission to leave campus may be given by school staff for a legitimate reason. Students must have parent permission prior to leaving campus. Any student leaving school early must check out at the attendance office; failure to do so may result in a truancy and the consequences normally assigned for missing classes without permission.

1. No person may visit, enter or remain on our public school campus or grounds without obtaining a pass giving express consent of the administration or clearance through the attendance office. Persons without such permission will be asked to follow the appropriate procedure or leave. Those who refuse or insist on remaining on campus after this verbal warning, or who return following such warning will be referred to the legal authorities for prosecution on charges of criminal trespass and/or creating a disturbance.

2. Friends of students who clear through the office may visit during lunch in the Commons. Visitation should not be a regular occurrence--they will be limited to special occasions. Visitors who come to school to pick up students after school should wait in the parking lot. Nonstudents of Adna High/Middle School are welcome at regularly sponsored school functions, but not for social visits during school hours.

In order to ensure a safe and orderly parking situation, students will follow these regulations. Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being towed away at the ownerís expense or vehicle privileges revoked.

1. Vehicles must be parked properly in the student parking area within the marked slots. Improper parking involves parking the freight/bus loading zones, and area marked"handicapped" without appropriate parking license, in the kitchen parking area or in any other area behind the school without permission. Cars parked improperly may be towed without warning at studentís expense.

2. Drivers must obey all posted signs and directional markings in the parking lot. Students driving vehicles on campus before, during or after the school day and/or sponsored activities in a reckless or endangering manner (in excess of 10 mph) may be subject to school discipline and/or citation from the Lewis County Sheriffs Department. Driving privileges may also be revoked.

3. Students should not be in the lot without good cause between the hours of 8:25 and 3:00 p.m. and being there will be considered a violation of the closed campus policy.

4. Sitting in cars and loitering in the parking lot is not permitted.

5. The parking lot is off limits to unauthorized student traffic from 8:25 to 3:00 daily.

1. The commons is the designated area for eating meals and drinking beverages. Other areas of the school grounds may be open to eat lunch if permission is received from lunch supervisory staff. During regularly scheduled class periods, food is not allowed in the classroom unless its presence an/or consumption is directly related to an instructional objective outlined by the teacher or with a teacher in a supervised situation.

2. No food or drink is allowed in the hallway or in the gym.

3. Simple rules for the lunchroom are:
    Respect school property and others.
    Leave the table and surrounding area clean.
    Put trash in proper containers.
    Eat food in designated areas.

4. Failure to follow the simple lunchroom rules that are stated above will become the responsibility of the class that is violating the specific rule. If the unacceptable behavior continues, it will become the responsibility of the entire student body.

1. Cell Phones/Pagers--Parents, guardians and adults can contact students through the high school office. Therefore, cell phones/pagers are not considered a necessity during school time. If one is visible or causes a disruption, it will be confiscated by the staff member and placed in the office.

2. Electronic devices (headphones, gameboy...)--Students are discouraged in bringing electronic devices to school. They are not allowed during class time. The school will not be responsible for their loss or damage if a student chooses to bring them to school. Electronic devices include laser pens. If a student brings a laser pen to school, it will be confiscated and discipline may be assigned.

THE STUDENT WILL:

    1. Be in class on time or have a readmit pass.
    2. Bring all books, materials, and supplies at the beginning of the period.
    3. Follow reasonable requests the first time they are given.
    4. Raise hand and wait to be called upon before speaking unless the teacher has given permission to do otherwise.
    5. Remain seated unless given permission to do otherwise.
    6. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
    7. Avoid loud, boisterous behavior.
    8. Stay seated until the bell rings.
    9. Have primary responsibility for his/her own person and property.

Two student behavior rules are absolute at Adna Middle/High School: No student has the right to interfere with other studentsí right to learn, or the teacherís right to teach; and disrespect and/or abuse of others will not be tolerated.

There are certain offenses that will cause specific consequences to be invoked, however, students should be aware that because a certain misbehavior may not be listed in the procedure book does not excuse the student from specific consequences.

The cumulative effect of a series of unrelated violations by the same student shall be cause for invoking disciplinary measures which may include suspension or expulsion.

MINOR OFFENSES

Our discipline policy is divided into minor and major offenses. Minor offenses are to be handled by the school staff in the classroom, halls, etc. These types of offenses will require the student to attend after school detention on the assigned Tuesdays and/or Thursdays. If the student misses the assigned detention without permission, 30 minutes will be added to the assigned time. If the student misses the next detention, a major discipline referral will be filled out for willful disobedience and the student will suffer the additional consequences. This will continue until the cumulative assigned detention is completed.

Reference will be made to DT, OSS, ISS. If you see this please refer to the following:
    DT Detention
    OSS Out of School Suspension
    ISS In-House School Suspension

If minor offenses continue, they can become a major offense and will be handled as willful disobedience. It is up to the individual classroom teachers as to how many minor offenses they will handle before they write it up as willful disobedience.

(See Minor Referral on next page)

In the semester, no student will be allowed to receive more than 5 cumulative hours of after school detention. Out of school or in school suspension will replace the assigning of after school detention after the limit has been reached.

After 4 1/2 hours of DT in one semester (including tardies and one hour for truancies), the parents are called in for a conference and asked to sign a contract which includes the following information: THE FOLLOWING SET PLAN IS FOR EVERYONE THAT EXCEEDS FIVE HOURS OF DETENTION IN A SEMESTER. Any student who is on this plan whoís actions require a major referral, will receive the greater consequence. These steps will be followed on every minor offense beyond five hours of DT:

                               HIGH SCHOOL                                                              MIDDLE SCHOOL
                                    a. 5 hours DT                                                                        a. 5 hours DT
                                    b. 1 day OSS                                                                         b. 1 day ISS
                                    c. 2 days OSS                                                                        c. 2 days ISS
                                    d. 3 days OSS                                                                        d. 3 days ISS
                                    e. 5 days OSS                                                                         e. 1 day OSS
                                    f. 10 days OSS                                                                       f. 2 days OSS
                                    g. 15 days OSS                                                                      g. 3 days OSS
                                    h. Long term suspension for                                                  h. 5 days OSS
                                        remainder of school year.                                                   i. 10 days OSS
                                                                                                                                   j. 15 days OSS
                                                                                                                                   k. Long term suspension for
                                                                                                                                        remainder of school year.

When a student has accumulated and/or completed 3 hours of DT, a letter will be sent home informing the parent of the problem, and of the upcoming solution.

A student who owes detention and has been suspended will be obligated to complete the detention upon return.

Major offenses are handled by all staff with the assistance of the administration. Any major offense will generate a discipline referral (see Major Referral on previous page) and will automatically add the students name to the Weekly Progress Report. Consequences involving major offenses are progressive based on the following:
    1. The repetition of each individual major offense.
    2. The total number of major offenses.

Any time a student is suspended from school for any reason, and for any length of time, the parents are required to come in for a conference with the principal upon the studentís return. The student is not to return to school alone. The student, parent, and principal will conference to decide if any further action is needed upon the studentís return to school. At the schoolís discretion, this conference may be done over the phone.

Reference will be made to DT, OSS, ISS. If you see this please refer to the following:
    DT Detention
    OSS Out of School Suspension
    ISS In-House School Suspension

These offenses and their consequences are listed and defined below.
 

WILLFUL DISOBEDIENCE/DEFIANCE/DISRESPECT Any Disobedience, Defiance, Disrespect that involves a staff member (certified or classified) personally and directly (student calling staff member derogatory names, etc.) shall be considered major and carry the major punishment instead of the minor punishment. This includes anytime off campus and outside of school Any type of disobedience, defiance, disrespect which involves a staff member indirectly (another staff member hears what is said, etc.) will result in a minimum punishment of step 3 under minor.

                                                MINOR                                                                 MAJOR
                                    1. 1 hour detention                                                       1 - 3 days suspension (ISS/OSS)
                                    2. 2 hours detention                                                     3 - 5 days suspension (ISS/OSS)
                                    3. 3 hours detention                                                     5-10 days suspension (ISS/OSS)

TOBACCO-POSSESSION AND/OR USE The sheriffís office may be notified for all tobacco infractions based on RCW 70.155.080 which states that: A person under the age of 18 who purchases, or attempts to purchase, possesses, or obtains or attempts to obtain cigarettes or tobacco products commits a class three civil infraction and is subject to a fine or participation in up to four hours of community service, or both.
    1. Conference with parents, one day suspension (OSS)
    2. Conference with parents, three days suspension (OSS).
    3. Request for long term suspension.

LEAVING CAMPUS WITHOUT PERMISSION
    1. Warning, parents notified, 1 hour DT.
    2. Conference with parents, one day suspension (OSS)
    3. Conference with parents, three days suspension (OSS).
    4. Request for long term suspension.

TRUANCY Becca Bill--state law requires the school file with Judicial Court the names of students who have 5 (five) unexcused absences in a month or 10 (ten) in a year (see Unexcused absences).
    1. Parents notified (state law), student makes up double the missed time.
    2. Conference with parents, student makes up double the missed time.
    3. Conference with parents, student makes up double the missed time plus 30 minutes.
    4. Conference with parents, student makes up double the missed time plus one hour and, may be referred to Lewis County juvenile authorities (state law).

FIGHTING/CONTRIBUTING TO A CONFLICT
    1. Parents notified, 1 - 3 days suspension (OSS/ISS)
    2. Conference with parents, 3 days suspension.
    3. Conference with parents, 5-10 days suspension.
    4. Request for long-term suspension.

POSSESSION/USE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
    1. Parents notified, Sheriffís Office notified, long-term suspension (OSS) or 5-10 days suspension (OSS), with follow-through on Core Team Recommendation (at student expense).
2. Parents notified, Sheriffís Office notified, long term suspension (OSS) with follow-through on Core Team Recommendation (at student expense).

MAJOR VANDALISM
    1. Parents notified, 3 days suspension (OSS).
    2. Conference with parents, 5-10 days suspension (OSS).
    3. Conference with parents, request for long-term suspension.
    4. Recommendation for expulsion.

PUBLIC INDECENT EXPOSURE OF SELF OR OTHERS
    1. Parents notified, 3 days suspension (OSS).
    2. Conference with parents, 5-10 days suspension (OSS).
    3. Conference with parents, request for long-term suspension.
    4. Recommendation for expulsion.

EXCESSIVE DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
    1. 5-10 days suspension (OSS).
    2. Long-term suspension (OSS).

HARASSMENT/ASSAULT (VERBAL, PHYSICAL, SEXUAL)
    1. Conference with parents, 3 days suspension (OSS).
    2. Conference with parents, 5-10 days suspension (OSS).
    3. Long-term suspension.

NOTE: Harassment is a serious offense that encompasses many levels of inappropriate behavior. Therefore, if appropriate and effective discipline is to be assigned, it is the responsibility of the victim to report an incident to the teacher, counselor, or principal as soon as possible. Timely reporting of an incident may allow school staff to keep the report confidential and keep the harassment from continuing to escalate. If the incident is of a continuous or serious nature that might prevent us from providing the safe environment that we strive to create and students have the right to have, the infraction may require an emergency expulsion.

THEFT
    1. Parents notified, 3 days suspension (OSS).
    2. Conference with parents, 5-10 days suspension (OSS).
    3. Conference with parents, request for long-term suspension.
    4. Recommendation for expulsion.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY Academic Dishonesty will be determined by each classroom teacher and will include any student who gives/receives/takes information on the assignment/test.
    1. Parents notified, student receives "zero" grade for work and 1 hour DT.
    2. Conference with parents, student receives "zero" grade for work and 3 hours DT.
    3. Conference with parents, student receives "zero" grade for work, and 3 days suspension (OSS).
    4. Conference with parents, student receives "zero" grade for work, and 5 days suspension (OSS).

USE/POSSESSION OF A DANGEROUS WEAPON AND/OR FIREARM

The law, ESSB 5307, makes it unlawful for ANY person to carry onto public or private elementary or secondary school premises, school provided transportation, or areas/facilities while being used exclusively by public or private schools any firearm or dangerous weapon as defined in law.

USE/POSSESSION OF A FIREARM

Firearms are not permitted on school district property at any time, day or night. This includes firearms in vehicles. According to state law, violation by the student will result in a one calendar year expulsion from school. (RCW 9.41.250, RCW 9.41.280). Any firearm; and device commonly known as "nun-chu-ka sticks" consisting of two or more lengths of wood, metal, plastic, or similar substance connected with wire, rope, or other means; or any device, commonly known as "throwing stars", which are multi-pointed, metal objects designed to embed upon impact from any aspect; or any air gun, including any air pistol or air rifle designed to propel a BB, pellet, or other projectile by discharge of compressed air, carbon diozide, or other gas. Violators are guilty of a gross misdemeanor.

USE/POSSESSION OF A DANGEROUS WEAPON

This offense may/shall result in expulsion and a report will be given to the Lewis County Sheriffís office in accordance with state law. (RCW 9.41.250, RCW 9.41.280). Dangerous weapons include: instrument or weapon of the kind usually known as a sling shot, sand club, or metal knuckles, or spring blade knife, or any knife the blade of which if automatically released by a spring mechanism or other mechanical device, or any knife having a blade which opens, or falls, or is ejected into position by the force of gravity, or by an outward, downward, or centrifugal thrust or movement; who shall furtively carry with intent to conceal any dagger, dirk, pistol, or other dangerous weapon; or who shall use any contrivance or device for suppressing the noise of any firearm.

In regard to pocket knives, squirt guns, and look-alike weapons: The consequence for the possession/use of these items is determined by the intent of the individual in possession. Example--A pocket knife may/shall be confiscated and a minor referral may/shall be issued (detention). However, if the pocket knife is used to threaten or assault a student or staff member, the student shall be expelled.
 

An important goal of the Adna School District is the development in students of an appreciation of our democratic, republican form of government. The appreciation of this form of government must include the study of our national heritage and opportunities for students to exercise their rights and to assume full responsibilities of citizenship. With these thoughts in mind, the Adna School District has adopted these policies and guidelines.

The effective implementation of these policy guidelines will require the good faith and cooperation of all students, parents, and guardians, teachers, administrators and other patrons of the district.

Recent court decisions have greatly altered the manner in which the public schools are to be administered. The Adna School District stands ready to administer the educational processes in our schools in a way that will provide an optimum learning environment and, at the same time, protect the citizenship rights and responsibilities of all those involved in the process. All those involved, and especially the students, would fully realize that the acquisition of rights inherently carries with it additional personal responsibility.

1. Attendance: All pupils enrolled in the Adna Schools shall be punctual and regular in attendance. Attending the common schools of the Sate of Washington shall be recognized as a right and responsibility of those who meet the requirements prescribed by law, and no pupil shall be disciplined, suspended or expelled exceptfor sufficient cause.

2. Search and Seizure: State Board of Education WAC 180-40-215 provides in part:
    "Pupils shall have the right to be secure in their persons, paper effects against unreasonable searches and seizures". A reasonable search and seizure will be interpreted by this school district to mean a search and/or seizure conducted when the health and safety of the students are concerned. Studentsí lockers and desks are the property of Adna School District and made available for student use. Student lockers and desks will be subject to inspection for the purpose of school safety and cleanliness. Individual student lockers may be searched at any time in the presence of the students.

3. Freedom of Speech and Assembly: Students are entitled to express verbally their personal opinions in such manner and at such times as does not disrupt or interfere with the educational process or with freedom of others to express themselves. The use of obscenities or personal attacks is prohibited. All student meetings on school district property may function only as scheduled and regulated by school authorities as to time, place and manner.

4. Freedom to Publish:
    a. Students are entitled to express in writing their personal opinions. The distribution of such material may not interfere with or disrupt the educational process. Such written expressions must be signed by the authors.
    b. All publications intended to be distributed on school district property must first be submitted to the principal for regulation as to time, place and manner.
    c. Libel, obscenity, and personal attacks are prohibited in all publications.
    d. Commercial solicitations will not be allowed on school property at any time unless authorized by the principal.
    e. Students who edit, publish, or distribute hand-written, printed or duplicated matter among their fellow students within the school must assume responsibility for the content of such publications.

5. Disruptive Conduct: Conduct which materially and substantially interferes with the educational process is prohibited. The type of conduct prohibited under this section would include, but not to be limited to the following acts:
    a. Occupying any school building, school grounds, or part thereof, with intent to deprive others of its use.
    b. Blocking the entrance or exit of any school corridor, room, etc., therein.
    c. Preventing students from attending a class or school activity.
    d. Blocking normal pedestrian or vehicular traffic on a school campus, except under the direct instruction of school officials.
    e. Intentionally making noise or acting in a manner so as to interfere with the teacherís ability to conduct his/her class.

6. Refusal to Identify Self: All persons must, upon request, identify themselves to any school personnel in the school building or on school grounds, or at school-sponsored events. Any teacher, administrator, or other school district personnel has the legal right and responsibility to request that persons on activities identify themselves.

7. District Rules: Students must obey lawful instructions of school district personnel and all rules and regulations of the school district as determined by the administrations and Board of Directors.
    a. Dress and Appearance: Dress and appearance must be neat and clean and must not present health or safety problems or cause disruption.
Reasonable standards of dress and appearance may be established consistent with these rights and responsibilities.
    b. Possession and/or Use of Tobacco and Alcoholic Beverages: Possession and/or use of tobacco and alcoholic beverages on school property by the students is also prohibited by the Washington State Board of Education Rules and Regulations. Studentís violation of this rule will be disciplined in accordance with the discipline code in this handbook.
    c. Use of Motor Vehicles: Students driving motor vehicles to/from school shall abide by such rules of vehicle use during the school day as may be prescribed by the district board of directors (see handbook).
    d. Off Campus Events: Students at school sponsored, off-campus events shall be governed by school district officials. Failure to obey the rules and regulations and/or failure to obey the lawful instructions of school district officials shall result in loss of eligibility to attend school, off-campus events.

1. Eligibility of Adna students to attend dances will be determined by the advisor sponsoring the activity and approved by the administration. Suspended or expelled students will not be eligible to attend any extracurricular functions.

2. Adna students may bring one guest provided they are signed up on the guest roster and cleared through the principal one week prior to the dance. Guests may be asked to meet the same eligibility requirements that Adna students are asked to maintain. There are no exceptions.

3. Dance times will be approved by the chaperone, not to exceed 1:00 a.m.

4. Adna students are responsible for their guests and will be held accountable for any problems.

5. Students may not leave and then return.

6. Any student who displays unacceptable behavior will be asked to leave. Failure to immediately comply will be viewed as major disobedience (see handbook).

7. All school rules will be enforced. Possession/use of alcohol, and/or drugs and tobacco products are prohibited. Students perceived to be under the influence will not be admitted and parents and the Lewis County Sheriff will be notified and discipline will be assigned as if infraction occurred during school hours.
 
 

DANCE PLANNING

1. Students will submit a COMPLETED form TWO WEEKS prior to the dance.

2. The signature of one staff member (chaperone) and two parents (chaperones) will be required on the form. One chaperone must be a male. In the event three chaperones are not available, the dance will be cancelled.

3. The staff member signing the form is responsible for the overall dance procedures and clean-up. He/she has assumed responsibility for before-dance preparation, after-dance cleanup, and supervision during the dance.

4. Names of the cleanup committee will be included on the form. If the custodial staff has to commit time to cleanup, the class or club responsible will be billed for the cleanup costs.

5. The staff member will remain on the school premises until all students have secured rides, and will be responsible for locking up.