Crook County School District #1District Wide Student Handbook

INTRODUCTION

This handbook has been prepared for the students and parents of the students who attend Jr./Sr. High Schools of Crook County School District # 1. It is intended to be a guide as well as a reference of secondary school policies, regulations, procedures, expectations, and philosophy that make our schools a positive place to learn.

ACADEMICSACADEMIC DISHONESTY

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Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. This includes plagiarism, cheating and any act by a student that gives him/her an unfair advantage. Plagiarism is the copying or using the ideas of another without giving proper credit through the use of quotation marks, footnotes or other forms of reference.Cheating involves making unauthorized use of answers to examinations, tests, quizzes, homework or any other assignment as well as copying from fellow students or submitting work that has been done by others. Academic dishonesty of any kind will result in a score of zero on the assignment or exam. It may also result in suspension from extracurricular activities and/or failure of the class. College credit classes will follow CCSD #1 and EWC policy. Students using a cell phone or electronic media inappropriately during a test will be considered guilty of cheating.

ASSEMBLIESAssemblies are a regularly scheduled part of the curriculum, and as such are designed to be educational as well as entertaining. Attendance is required. Students are expected to show courtesy and respect at all times and are to refrain from talking, whispering, whistling, stomping feet, booing, or other rude behaviors. Applause should be generous, courteous, and in keeping with the occasion.

COMPUTING GPAThe grade point average is computed by dividing the total number of grade points (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0) by the number of courses taken. All courses for which Carnegie unit credit is given are used to compute the average; courses failed are included. The class rank will be the relative position of a student’s GPA compared to the rest of the class.

CREDITSTransfer students must meet “required course credit” but not the specific 24 credits for Crook County if graduation requirements in their previous school were less. Other graduation requirements may be waived by the Board if, upon evaluation by the principal, the transcript and the previous School's graduation requirements, the time element is such that the student cannot feasibly complete the district requirements and graduate in their normal class year. Varsity sports and cheerleading are worth ¼ credit per season. Student aides can earn ¼ credit for each semester of satisfactory performance. Student aides must apply and interview for a position and be approved by the principal.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Graduation requirements are based on a dual system of Carnegie units of credit earned in grades 9 through 12 and proficiency as measured by the district’s body of evidence (BOE) assessment system. A minimum of 24 units of credit will be required for high school graduation. Credit requirements are as follows:

CARNEGIE UNIT REQUIREMENTS 4 Units of English 3 Units of Math 3 Units of Science 3 Units of Social Studies. Students must satisfactorily pass an examination on the principles of the United States Constitution and the Wyoming State Constitution. (W.S. 21-9-102) 2 Units of Physical Education and Health. One unit must be obtained in a regular P.E. and health class. One-fourth credit may be earned for participation in varsity sports and will be limited to a total of one unit of credit. 1 Unit of Computer Applications 1 Unit of Fine Arts

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1 Unit of Foreign Language 6 Units of Electives

BODY OF EVIDENCE REQUIREMENTS (Graduating Class of 2014)The district’s body of evidence (BOE) assessment system is based on student performance standards in the nine content areas (language arts, math, science, social studies, foreign language, PE, health, fine and performing arts, and career/technical education.) Proficiency Requirements: The school district, in consultation with the Wyoming Department of Education, shall establish requirements for students to earn a high school diploma as measured by the school district’s body of evidence assessment (BOE) system and the Carnegie Unit requirement. Each high school diploma shall be awarded based on one of the following endorsements, which shall be stated on the transcript of each student:

ADVANCED 28 Carnegie Unit credits and advanced proficiency in five content areas as measured by

the district’s BOE system 4 language arts (English 9, English 10, English 11, English 12) 4 math (Algebra or Applied Algebra, Geometry, Standards Math or Algebra II, 4th Year

Elective) 4 science (Physical Science, Biology, 2 Science Electives) 3 social studies (US History, World History, Government) 2 physical education/health 1 career/vocational (Computer Applications) 1 fine arts 1 foreign language/culture

COMPREHENSIVE 26 Carnegie Unit credits and proficient or above in nine content areas as measured by the district’s BOE system

4 language arts (English 9, English 10, English 11, English 12) 3 math (Algebra or Applied Algebra, Geometry, Standards Math or Algebra II) 3 science (Physical Science, Biology, 1 Science Elective) 3 social studies (US History, World History, Government) 2 physical education/health 1 career/vocational (Computer Applications) 1 fine arts 1 foreign language/culture

GENERAL 24 Carnegie Unit credits and proficient in five content areas as measured by the district’s BOE system

4 language arts 3 math 3 science 3 social studies 2 physical education/health 1 career/vocational

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1 fine arts 1 foreign language/culture

GRADUATION REVIEW PANEL (Graduating Class of 2014)A graduation requirement appeals committee meeting is held for each student at risk of not graduating. This committee consists of the principal, counselor, teacher(s), parents, and student. The purpose of the committee is to design an individualized plan where the student has a final opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in the common core of knowledge and skills. Individualized plan could include: interviewing the student and any pertinent faculty members, watching a demonstration of the student’s knowledge and skills, reviewing additional assessment information, examining appropriate records of student performance, or requesting the student to complete additional assessments.

OTHER GRADUATION INFORMATION Students who wish to take courses not offered in the district curriculum, which includes on-line classes and WEN video classes approved by the principal. Two units of non-district credit may be used to meet graduation requirements. College courses, with the approval of the principal, may be approved for high school credit. Transfer students entering the Crook County High Schools must meet the required course regulations of the district in order to graduate. Other graduation requirements may be waived by the Board if deemed appropriate. Students must be within two credits of the requirements to participate in the graduation ceremony. The Board reserves the right to waive any of the above requirements in cases of extenuating circumstances. FAILED COURSESIf a student fails one semester of a required subject, he must repeat that semester the next year and will be allowed to take the next consecutive class. Students may use correspondence courses to make up a failing grade as spelled out in board policy IKF concerning outside credits.GRADING SCALEThe following grading scale will be used for student evaluation.A+ 97-10 B+ 87-89 C+ 77-79 D+ 67-69A 93-96 B 83-86 C 73-76 D 63-66A- 90-92 B- 80-82 C- 70-72 D- 60-62

INCOMPLETESStudents who receive incompletes on their semester grades for not handing in required assignments or finishing tests may be given up to 10 school days to complete the course. The teacher will determine how much time they will allow based on the amount of work that needs to be completed. Students who fail to complete the work will be given a grade based on the work that was turned in during the semester. A grade of INCOMPLETE should be reserved for those students who have not handed in work because of absences.

MAKE UP WORKStudents who are excused will be allowed 2 days to make up work for each day they are absent. However, long term assignments due the day a student is absent, will be due the day the student returns to school. Work that is not completed will be counted as an “F”. The responsibility for finding out what is due and when it is due rests with the individual student. Parents may contact the school and pick up student assignments when students are absent.

PROMOTION OF JR. HIGH STUDENTSStudents in junior high (grades 7 and 8) must pass the 4 core courses; Math, Science, English, and Social Studies. A semester grade of F will mean that the student must repeat that semester course. In terms of credits (1/2 credit per

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semester), students need 8 junior high credits, 2 in each of the core subjects. Students have the option of satisfactorily completing summer school instead of repeating a failed class.

SCHEDULE CHANGESStudents will be allowed 3 school days at the beginning of each semester to make schedule changes. Proposed schedule changes are taken first to the counselor and then need to be approved by the principal. Quarter credits are not given, therefore students may not drop classes in mid semester.

STUDY HALLSStudy halls are provided as a work period for students. Homework assigned in other classes should be worked on during this time. No student has the right to interfere with another student’s ability to study during these times. Rules for study hall will be posted in every room. Students may register for only 1 study hall.

VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIANThe Valedictorian and Salutatorian for a graduating class will be the two students that have the highest cumulative GPA on the first Friday in May.In the event of a tie, the students’ highest ACT scores will be used to break the tie. Any student that has a 3.75 or higher grade point average on the first Friday in May will “graduate with honors”. These students will wear a sash designating that honor during graduation exercises.

ACTIVITIESACTIVITY TRIPSStudents may not drive their own vehicles on any activity trip. Students must ride home on the bus or with parents unless pre-approval, in writing or by phone, has been received from the principal and the coach to ride with another adult (another adult must be 18 years of age and not a student in Crook County).

ELIGIBILITYAll eligibility rules are in addition to the Wyoming High School Activities Association Rules. Eligibility will be based on the previous week’s performance. A student who is failing any subject will be ineligible for that week. Eligibility runs from Monday through Sunday. PowerSchool generates a list of failing students on Monday morning at 11:00 AM. A student who fails two or more subjects at the end of a semester is ineligible for the following semester. Classes failed because of absences will count toward ineligibility. Eligibility will be based on running quarter grades. There will be no eligibility list until the first Monday after there have been 5 student contact days after the start of a new quarter.There are two exceptions:

1. If the student feels the teacher has made a mistake in their grade they are free to contact that teacher and verify that the grade is correct. If the teacher made a mistake in entering a grade, did not enter a grade for a paper that was due and handed in on Friday, transposed a grade, i.e. entered 56 instead of 65, the teacher can then notify the office that the reason the student had a “f” on the list was the teacher’s fault not the students fault and the student will be taken off the list. Work that was due on Friday and handed in on Monday is late work, the teacher is under no obligation to grade or enter that paper until he/she has time during the week to grade and enter it. If it is discovered that the “f” is legitimate and the fault of the student the teacher cannot

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“make” them eligible. They would not be eligible until the next Monday when the list comes out.

2. Resource room students may contact their resource room teacher to see if their work and their work ethic during the week has been exemplary. If the resource room teacher feels the student has been working to their potential the resource room teacher can make them eligible for that week only.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETYMembership in the National Honor Society will be determined from full time students who meet the criteria (set down by the national organization) and complete the membership applications and forms. From that list, a group of five staff members will collect data that addresses the national guidelines and vote on admission. A simple majority will be used to approve membership.

PHYSICALSStudents participating in athletics are required to obtain a physical and leave a copy with the office, as well as complete the concussion course. Physical forms to be used are furnished by the office. Physicals are good from May 1st to May 1st of the next year. Students must provide a written excuse from a doctor to be excused from PE. Written approval must be obtained from a doctor to resume PE.

ATTENDANCE POLICIESABSENTEEISM – NOTIFICATION BY PARENTSThe parents of students who will be absent are expected to call the school before 9:00 a.m. on the day the student is absent to give a verbal excuse for the student. A written excuse from the parent must be submitted to the office within 24 hours of the students return if no phone contact has been established. No note will result in an unexcused absence.

ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCESOur educational program is diverse and challenging enough to assure our graduates the necessary skills and knowledge to continue in whatever education or vocation they may choose. We also recognize the close relationship between attendance and achievement. Our schools cannot teach students that are absent. Frequent absences disrupt the continuity of the educational process, not just for the absentee, but for the other students as well. Everyone loses when someone is not present because students also learn from the discussion, views and experiences of their fellow students. Therefore, it is the responsibility of every student to attend all scheduled classes and to keep absences to a minimum.

Each student will be allowed 10 absences from classes per semester.An absence accompanied by a doctor’s note (doctor, ortho, dentist, school nurse, etc) will not count as one of the 10 allowed absences. Absences after 10 must be accompanied by a doctor’s note or the student will be considered unexcused (truant). After the second truancy the school will advise the Crook County Attorney. After the tenth absence and the fifth truancy the Crook County Attorney will again be advised and Board policy JED will be put into effect. Semester Tests : All students will be required to take a semester test at the end of the fall and spring semesters in each class. Those students that have less than 3 absences from any class will be excused from the semester test in that class. Students that have an “F” in a class must take the semester exam regardless of attendance. Students with less than three absences may elect to take the semester exam to improve their grade.

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ATTENDANCE PRIOR TO ACTIVITIESStudents must be in school 2/3rds of the day immediately before an activity or practice. If a student is not eligible, for attendance or academic reasons, on a Friday, they may not participate Friday night or Saturday. Exceptions must be approved by the principal in advance of the absence.COLLEGE VISITSSeniors have two excused absences (one day per school) to visit schoolsthey are considering attending after graduation.

HOME BOUND INSTRUCTIONCrook County School District provides Homebound Instruction for students who are going to be absent for more than 5 consecutive days due to illness. Parents are urged to contact the school as soon as possible whenever their child may miss more than 5 days. Students enrolled in homebound are considered present.

LEAVING SCHOOL DURING SCHOOL HOURSOccasionally it is necessary for students to leave school during the school day. We do not have open campus. Students MUST CHECK OUT at the office and have written permission from a parent or legal guardian. Upon returning, the student must check in with the office and sign the checkout sheet. Consequence for not checking out will be an office referral.

RELEASE FROM SCHOOLStudents will not be allowed to leave school with anyone except the immediate guardian or parents. Any exception requires prior approval by the principal.

TARDIESAn adequate passing period is provided between classes. Students who enter a class after the tardy bell will be marked tardy if they do not have an excuse from another teacher or the office. Any student more than 7 minutes late will be considered absent and be sent to the office. Students with excessive tardies may face further discipline action. Students with more than 10 accumulated tardies will take all semester tests.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCESAll absences falling into this category are truancies. A student is considered truant (unexcused) when he/she is absent without the knowledge of the parent/guardian and/or school officials, or if the absence cannot otherwise be excused by the building principal. Students may not exceed 5 truancies per year.

TRUANCIES:Each school will establish procedures regarding disciplinary action for unexcused absences. The district will establish additional actions for truancies applying differently to compulsory and non-compulsory students.When a student is truant, upon his/her return, the student will be required to have a conference with the building principal or his/her designee. The parents/guardians are to be notified by phone, when possible, and/or by letter, within 48 hours of the principal/designee administering the consequences for the truancy. Interventions will be taken to establish corrective steps to improve the students’ attendance and prevent future truancies. For more information you may reference board policy JED.

COMPULSORY STUDENTS:

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Compulsory students are those who have not completed the tenth grade or have not reached 16 years of age. Consequences for truancies are listed below. Any student who has accumulated five or more days of truancy in any one school year will be referred to the superintendent by the building principal. The superintendent will schedule an informal hearing. Upon conclusion of the hearing with the parties of interest, the superintendent may recommend the student be classified as a habitual truant and reported to the county attorney’s office. The superintendent can request court intervention as per W.S. 21-4-106

Consequences for truancy at the secondary level are:1st Incident: Zeros for the class(s) missed, one day of in school suspension (at principals discretion), notification of parent, and conference with the principal. Principal will explain state statutes regarding truancies and possible further action. 2nd Incident: Zeros for the missed class(s), two days of in school suspension, and a conference with parent(s) and principal.3rd Incident: Zeros for the missed class(s), three days of in school suspension, and a conference with parents and principal. The principal will send a registered letter notifying the parents of the third truancy and the action to be taken if a fifth truancy should occur.4th Incident: Zeros for the missed class(s), four days of in school suspension, and a conference with parents and principal.5th Incident: Zeros for the missed class(s), a five day in-school suspension, a parent /principal conference, and referral to the County Attorney and School board for action. Non-Compulsory Students:Non-compulsory students are those who are 16 and older or who have completed the tenth grade. Upon their third truancy, the principal/designee will have a conference with the truant student, his/her parents, and appropriate building staff. At this meeting, the principal/designee will explain future consequences for continued truancy. Upon the fourth truancy, the principal/designee will send a registered letter notifying parents of the fourth truancy and the action to be taken if a fifth truancy should occur.Any non-compulsory student who has accumulated five or more truancies in any one school year will be considered as a continued, willful disobedient student and as such could be scheduled for an expulsion hearing.Examples of truancy include:1. Leaving school without checking out at the office and receiving permission to leave.2. Being present in school but failing to attend classes.3. Obtaining permission to go to a certain place but failing to report.

STUDENT CONDUCTCODE OF CONDUCTAll students are governed by the rules and regulations outlined in the student handbook or any official publication of Crook County School District #1. All rules apply to students while they are on the school grounds or while participating in school activities or while being a spectator at any school-sponsored activity. School activities are defined as any activity sponsored by a District school or the Wyoming High School Activities Association. Rules will be enforced by all staff members. Students will be given all due process rights as outlined in the Wyoming Education Code, 21-4-305.Detentions for students will be served at the teacher’s discretion with the teacher giving the detention.Detentions for the office will be served immediately after school or before school. Detention is served the day issued or the following day. Failure to

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serve a detention will result in additional time. Continued failure to serve will result in ISS. In School Suspension rules will be provided to those students assigned to ISS. When given Out of School Suspension (OSS) students may not be on school property. Students may not participate or attend co-curricular activities while on OSS. Activity suspensions will begin on the date the principal advises student(s)of consequences for conduct violations.

ALCOHOL, CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, TOBACCO & E-CIGARETTES ALCOHOL- This rule applies to students while they are on school grounds, while a spectator or a participant in any school sponsored activity, see also “code of conduct”.1st offense: Three days OSS, exclusion from participation in all interscholastic and intra scholastic activities excluding practices for a period of either 45 school days, or 20 school days and completion of an approved drug and alcohol counseling program.2nd offense: Seven days OSS, exclusion from participation in all interscholastic and intra scholastic activities for 88 calendar days, expulsion hearing for up to 1 year. In all cases law enforcement officials will be notified.

TOBACCO & E-CIGARETTES - This rule applies to students while they are on school grounds or while a spectator or a participant in any school sponsored activity. See also “Code of Conduct”1st offense: Two days ISS, exclusion from all interscholastic activities, excluding practice, for a period of 10 calendar days.2nd offense: Four days OSS, exclusion from all interscholastic activities, excluding practice, for a period of 88 days.3rd offense: Six days OSS, expulsion hearing for up to one year.Law enforcement officials will be notified if the student is less than 18 years of age.

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE POLICYThe use, transfer, or being under the influence of any controlled substance will result in a minimum ten days OSS, exclusion from all interscholastic and intra scholastic activities, including practices, for 88 days, an expulsion hearing for up to 1 year. Law enforcement officials will be notified.

MEDICATIONStudents may carry a day’s supply of antibiotics and over-the-counter medicines. All other medications must be stored and administered by the school nurse or designee. The medication must be provided in a bottle showing the name and telephone number of the pharmacy, the student’s name, physician’s name, and dosage of the drug to be taken.BUS CONDUCTStudents riding the bus are expected to maintain orderly behavior at all times and obey driver directions promptly without argument. Sponsors or drivers may decide to stop the bus and/or return home if conduct is improper. Additional bus rules are posted in every bus.

CONSEQUENCES FOR MISBEHAVIORFor the most part, misbehavior by students will be handled by imparting logical consequences. For example, students who abuse their driving privilege at noon will not be allowed to drive at noon for a period of time. Other consequences that may be used are detention, lowering or loss of grades if grades are gained unfairly, loss of participation privileges, in-school suspension, out-of-school suspension, expulsion, or arrest through law enforcement agencies.

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DISMISSAL FROM CLASSA student’s conduct in class has an important effect on his/her learning and on the learning of others. If the student repeatedly fails to meet the standards of conduct required by the teacher, or should the teacher feel that the student’s behavior is out of the realm of ordinary classroom control, he/she will be referred to the office. Consequences for being referred to the office shall include one of the following:

office detention one day ISS two days ISS behavior contract OSS

FIGHTINGFighting in the school or on the school grounds will not be tolerated.1st offense: up to 3 days suspension2nd offense: up to 5 days suspension3rd offense: referral for expulsion

HARASSMENT, BULLYING, HAZING, VERBAL ASSAULTS

HARASSMENT/BULLYINGIn order to provide a safe learning environment for every student, harassment/bullying will not be tolerated.  Harassment/bullying is defined as persistent unwanted, unsolicited, annoying, demeaning, or sexual actions, gestures, or remarks (both written and unwritten).  This is especially true when a person has made it clearly known that they don’t like it.  Incidents of harassment/bullying must be reported to a supervising teacher immediately or to the principal as soon as possible.  Students referred to the office for harassment/bullying will be  given a warning by the principal on the first offense , the 2nd offense will result in In School Suspension and on the 3rd offense the student will be given Out of School Suspension.  Refer to board policy JFCB for more information.

HAZINGHazing and initiations are not acceptable behaviors. Hazing, by definition, “is any humiliating or dangerous activity expected of a student to belong to a group regardless of their willingness to participate”. It is of utmost importance in all classes and on all teams, but it is especially important with underclassmen that there be no hazing or so called initiation rites. This is demeaning to all involved and is a blatant form of discrimination. Hazing obstructs the development of good citizens, escalates the risks of participation, negates positive contributions and destroys respect for self, others and the environment. Hazing, torturing, or tormenting another student or staff member, or in any way threatening another pupil or staff member verbally or physically will not be tolerated. Consequences will be the same as for dismissal from class and may result in suspension or expulsion depending on the severity of the incident. Chapter 124 of Wyoming School Law prohibits hazing and is punishable by a $100 fine and/or suspension.

VERBAL ASSAULTStudents using obscene language toward any teacher, administrator, staff, or student may receive a 1-4 day ISS or OSS suspension. Legal action may ensue depending on the severity of the incident.

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HORSEPLAY AND SNOWBALLINGDue to the potential for injury, snowball throwing and any other form of horseplay such as sliding down the banister or dropping things from the second floor are not permitted at any time on school premises or at school activities.

PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTIONAny behavior beyond handholding is unacceptable. Students who are kissing or embracing publicly will be called into a conference with the principal. Failure to control this conduct after a warning has been given may result in suspension from school.

SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION PENALTIESThe principal may suspend or recommend expulsion of a student who violates one or more of the following standards of conduct while on school grounds, during a school-sponsored activity or during a school-related activity.The Crook County Board of Trustees may expel a student for the following reasons:1. Continued disobedience or open defiance of school personnel.2. Willful destruction or defacing school property.3. Any behavior, which, in the judgment of the local board of trustees, is clearly detrimental to the education, welfare, safety, or morals of other students.4. Torturing, tormenting, or abusing a pupil, or in any way maltreating a pupil or teacher with physical violence.5. Continued disruption of the educational process so that others have difficulty learning.6. Causes or attempts to cause damage to school property or steals or attempts to steal school property.7. Causes or attempts to cause damage to private property or steals or attempts to steal private property.8. Causes or attempts to cause physical injury to another person.9. Possesses, uses, transmits, or is under the influence of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana,alcoholic beverage, intoxicant, or tobacco of any kind.

WEAPONSThe superintendent, pursuant to 21-4-305(a), shall expel from school for a period of 1 year, any student determined to possess, use, transfer, carry or sell a deadly weapon as defined under W.S. 6-1-1-104(a)(iv) within any school bus or within the boundaries of real property used by the district primarily for the education of students in grades kindergarten through twelve. The superintendent may modify the period of expulsion on a case-by-case basis depending on the circumstances of the violation or the violator. This category has been expanded to include bombs and threats of bombs. All violators will be referred to a Law Enforcement Agency.

STUDENT INFORMATIONBICYCLES,SKATEBOARDS, ROLLER SHOES,HACKY SACKStudents who ride bicycles are to park them in the racks provided. It would be wise to lock them with a chain lock. Riding is not permitted during school hours except to and from lunch. No skateboarding on school property Roller balls must be removed from roller shoes in the building. No playing “hacky sack” in the building

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BUILDING HOURS FOR STUDENTSStudents loitering in the building will be asked to leave. Students waiting for rides by parents or siblings must confine themselves to the commons area.

CARSStudents are to park their cars in the student parking lot when arriving at school. With the exception of the noon dinner period, students are not allowed to go to their cars during the day without permission from the office. Because most cars are left unlocked, the parking lot is off limits during the school day. Students who drive at noon should not give rides to other students without the permission of their parents. Any accident, regardless of severity, occurring on school grounds will be reported to the police

PARKING - See section specific for each site.

CELL PHONES & ELECTRONIC DEVICESCell Phones and electronic devices may be used with teacher supervision. Inappropriate use will result in the following: first offense will be a warning and the item will be taken to the office. The student may retrieve the item at the end of the day. Second offense and subsequent offenses will result in AST. COMPUTER USAGENo student may use the Internet without first submitting the digital citizenship agreement found in the handbook. Any inappropriate use of computers for any reason, such as surfing, chat lines or visiting interactive websites, will result in disciplinary action and/or legal action when applicable. DRESS EXPECTATIONSStudents are expected to dress according to acceptable educational standards.  These types of dress or appearance are not acceptable:

1 Clothing depicting immoral behavior, illegal acts, obscene language or sexual innuendo.

2 Grooming habits that are disruptive or have a detrimental effect on the educational process.

3 Clothing depicting or describing any alcohol product, tobacco product, or any illegal substance or a legal substance that is prohibited.

4 Clothing which exposes the stomach, back, chest, upper leg, or buttocks.

5 Exposed undergarments.6 Shorts, skirts, or dresses may not be shorter than fingertip length when

hands are held at side. 7 Insignia in any form if they contain words, symbols, messages, styles

of gang symbols, logos or emblems which degrade gender, religion, culture, ethnic values or if they are obscene.

8 Sun glasses worn in the building.9 All head coverings are unacceptable unless worn for medical reasons

(with doctor approval).10 Jewelry that could inflict bodily harm or be used for drug

paraphernalia.  Visible body piercing such as face, eyes, arms, hands and feet that could inflict bodily harm to self or others.

11 Footwear must be worn.12 Pants will be worn no lower than a line drawn horizontally from the

middle of the forearm on the right side and the middle of the forearm on the left side.

Any dress that is determined by school authorities to disrupt the educational process, i.e, causes a distraction to student learning, will be considered unacceptable.

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1st Offense-Student will be asked to go home and change, be loaned alternate clothing or asked to remove the offending item. 2nd Offense Penalty for 1 above Plus Consultation with Principal/detention. 3rd Offense- Penalty for 1 and 2 above Plus Parent notification and/or ISSAdditional Offenses- ISS

LOCKERS: HALLEach student is allowed to have a locker in which to keep books, coats, etc. It is the student’s responsibility to keep the locker neat and locked. Valuables should not be left in the locker. Student lockers are considered school property, as such lockers can be searched by police and/or school officials at any time. Any damage to the locker will be paid by the student

LOCKERS: P.E./ATHLETIC Students participating in physical education and athletic activities are encouraged to purchase a combination lock or use the schools if they are issued. It is advisable to keep all lockers locked at all times. Do not allow others to know your combination. If the lock does not work properly, report this fact to your coach or physical education teacher right away. The cost to replace a lost school lock will be $5.

LUNCHAs of July 2013, students are not allowed to charge breakfast/lunch or a la carte items.

OPEN CAMPUSThe lunch period is the only time that students have open campus privileges. At all other times students must check out and have parent approval through the office to leave the school grounds. Students who are not coming back after lunch must check out before leaving for the lunch period. Students who fail to check out before leaving will be considered truant. Open campus is a privilege that may be taken away if a student engages in improper behavior.

RECRUITERSJuniors and seniors may visit armed forces recruiters and college reps for up to 30 minutes provided they check out of class, sign in at the recruiter’s table, and have a genuine interest in following up after graduation.

VALUABLESStudents are asked not to bring valuables to school. The school will not be held responsible for theft or loss of personal belongings. If the students need to bring money or valuables to school they should be turned in to the office for safe keeping.Parents are asked to mark their student’s names on personal belongings in permanent ink.

PARENT INFORMATIONACCIDENT INSURANCEAt the beginning of the school year, accident insurance covering students while they are at or traveling to or from school participating in school activities, is offered at a nominal cost. Parents are urged to consider this action if they do not have family insurance coverage. The school district does not cover treatment of accidents incurred at school. Membership is optional.ADDRESS AND TELEPHONEIt is important that the school have up-to-date addresses, telephone numbers, cell phone numbers, and email addresses to use in case of an emergency. Please notify the office about any changes in the home or work address and home or cell phone number.

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HOME SCHOOL STUDENTSWe welcome home school students into our school. A home school student that wishes to receive instruction in any of our curriculum offerings or participate in extra-curricular activities may do so.The following would apply to those students:

1. Students would be expected to abide by all school rules and regulations while on school grounds.

2. Students entering the building will be under the direct supervision of a teacher at all times.3. Home school students will be required to meet the same eligibility

criteria as a full time student. The school will provide the form for the required weekly eligibility report from parents. The school will provide the student with report cards and transcripts showing credits earned upon successful completion of the subject(s) taken in school.

4. Honor Roll, Scholarships, GPA & Class Rank- do not apply to part time students

5. Discipline will be administered according to the School handbook and teacher’s class rules.

6. Home school students will be eligible for class or activity awards. They would not be eligible for school awards that require full time attendance.

PROBLEMSConstructive criticism of the school is welcome when it is motivated by a sincere desire to improve the quality of education and is solution oriented. Complaints will be handled as close to the origin as possible. The complaint procedure will proceed through the following steps: the teacher to the principal to the superintendent to the board.

PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENTSParents will be notified via School Reach when Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled. Report cards will be posted at the end of each quarter. Grades are accessible via power school throughout the year and may be requested at any time. It is assumed that those parents not requesting a progress report are keeping current with their student’s progress via PowerSchool.

TELEPHONESStudents will not be called out of class to the telephone except in case of emergency. Messages will be delivered to students as soon as possible. A phone is provided in the commons for student use. Students may use the phone before and after school and during their lunch period. Use at other times requires permission from a teacher or the office.SCHOOL INFORMATIONBLIZZARD CONDITIONS AND SCHOOL CLOSINGBusses are seldom sent home early and school is seldom canceled because of weather conditions. When school is dismissed early or canceled because of a storm or other emergency, it will be announced over the following radio andtelevision stations;KOTA-TV Rapid CityKEVN-TV Rapid CityA phone call will be issued through School Reach to advise of late starts, early dismissals, or school closures., the district website will also post the information.

FACILITIESAny student or group who wants to use the school facilities must have prior approval by the office and have an approved sponsor present at all times.

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Students may not use the weight room or gym at any time without faculty supervision.

FIRE ALARMSTo provide adequate evacuation in case of fire, the district will have regular fire alarm drills. Students are asked to cooperate by leaving the building in the prescribed, orderly fashion. Students are not allowed to go to their lockers or any destination other than the accepted fire escape route.

THREATSThreats, no matter how they are intended, that cause concern on the part of the threatened party or concern for the safety of the school will be investigated and dealt with appropriately.

VISITORSAll visitors are required to check in at the front office. Please obtain permission from teachers and the principal before bringing a guest to school. The student must accompany the guest throughout the day and will be responsible for his/her conduct. Introduce your guest to each teacher at the beginning of each period. Each guest is limited to a one day visit. No elementary students or preschoolers may be guests. Any unauthorized visits will be considered trespassing.

EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES                  Policy – JBThe district shall not discriminate in any manner because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, handicapping condition, or age except as otherwise provided by law.  Persons with concerns or questions regarding discrimination are advised to contact the Director of Instruction.  Complaints may also be filed with the Office of Civil Rights.NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents, persons, with disabilities, employees, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with the Crook County School District #1 are hereby notified that this District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any person with concerns regarding the District’s compliance pertaining to nondiscrimination with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act 1973 or the Americans with Disabilities Act is directed to contact the Section 504 Coordinator, Crook County School District #1, Box 830, Sundance Wyoming 82729, or phone (307) 283-2299. Inquiries can also be made to the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310 Denver, Colorado 80204-3582, or phone (303) 844-5695, facsimile (4303) 844-4303, TDD (303) 844-3417 Email OCR.Denver@ed.gov

MOORCROFT JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL SECTIONDANCESDances are to be scheduled two weeks in advance. The sponsor(s) will chaperone all dances. All dances are for Moorcroft Jr/Sr High School students only. Outside dates and Bear Lodge students from Moorcroft are allowed at Homecoming, and Prom dances and must be signed up and approved by the principal by the end of the school day preceding the dance. A closed-door

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policy will be enforced at all dances-if a student leaves they will not be allowed back into the dance. No dance will go past twelve o’clock midnight. Jr High students may not attend high school dances and vice-versa. Clean up is the responsibility of the organization sponsoring the dance. Dress code for Prom will be determined by the Junior class on a yearly basis and announced to students in January prior to the prom.LUNCHLunch tickets may be purchased in the cafeteria, at the elementary school office or at the high school office. Students are welcome to leave their meal ticket in the file box provided in the cafeteria so that their ticket is always readily available. Students will not be charged for their first three replacement tickets. A letter will be sent home when a third replacement ticket is issued advising the student and his/her parents. Free and reduced lunch may be received by qualifying families. More information on the application process and the qualifications may be obtained by contacting the school office. Students who carry sack lunches are to eat them in the commons area or outside in the courtyard and are expected to clean up their trash when finished with their meals. During the lunch period students that are in the building are confined to the commons area. Halls, classrooms, and other parts of the building are off limits.PARKINGStudents are required to park in the main parking lots on the west or south side of the building. Students who park in non-designated areas may lose their parking privileges. Staff members are to park in the lot on the north or south side of the building. The yellow marked areas in the south parking lot are reserved for bus parking. Students driving in an unsafe manner, on school property, will lose parking privileges for a period of time to be determined by the Principal. Students may not drive through the staff parking lot during or after school.AFTER SCHOOL TIMEAt Moorcroft Jr/Sr High School ISS may be replaced with After School Time (AST) at the principal’s discretion. When the handbook specifies an ISS time the ISS time will be doubled.

All of the teachers and staff of our school want you to succeed. We want you to develop your abilities to the highest possible degree. Whether you choose to go on to college, attend a vocational school, or go out and get a job and begin your career right after leaving high school you will need to do certain things to succeed.

This book is designed to help you be prepared, organized and prompt. Using it will help you learn and develop the skills that will make you successful here at school and in life after school. Read it, use it, wear it out. It will make a difference!!

Remember this book cannot do everything, you will have to contribute the following:1. You will need to be prompt and at school on time.2. You will need to be prepared for school each day.3. You will need to get along with your fellow students.4. You will need to be organized and efficient.5. You will need to give your teachers your best effort.

Ms. Becky Waters Moorcroft Secondary Principal

SUNDANCE JR./SR. HIGH SECTIONDANCESDances are to be scheduled two weeks in advance. The sponsor(s) and two other parent couples are to help chaperone the dance. Outside dates are

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allowed and must be signed up and approved by the principal by the end of the school day before the dance. A closed-door policy will be enforced for all dances - if you leave, you will not be allowed back in to the dance. No dance may go on past twelve o'clock midnight. Jr. High students may not attend high school dances and vice-versa. Clean up is the responsibility of the organization sponsoring the dance. A breathalyzer test will be used for admittance to Sundance High School dances. LUNCHLunch payments may be made in the cafeteria, the elementary office, or the High School office. Students are welcome to leave their meal ticket in the file box in the cafeteria so that their ticket is always available and to keep from losing or forgetting their ticket. Free and reduced lunch tickets may be received by qualifying families. More information on the application and qualifications can be obtained by contacting the elementary school office. Students who carry sack lunches are to eat in the commons area or outside during the noon period and are expected to clean up their trash when done with their meal. During the noon period, students that are in the building are confined to the commons area. Other parts of the building are off-limits.PARKINGStudents are required to park in the main parking lot on the east side of the school, even on weekends when going on a school activity. Students who park in non-designated areas may lose their driving privileges. Staff members are to park in the lot on the south side of the school or on the street on the west side of the school. The yellow marked areas in the main parking lot are reserved for bus parking.

All students at Sundance High School will be asked to:1. Put forth appropriate effort. 2. Behave appropriately. 3. Treat others appropriately.

Mark BrodersonSundance Secondary PrincipalBEAR LODGE HIGH SCHOOL SECTIONPROJECT-BASED LEARNINGBear Lodge incorporates project-based learning, which is an integrated learning framework. Standards across subject areas are applied to student/group driven projects. Projects and investigations generally range from two to five weeks. Students are provided daily project logs, rubrics that define project requirements, grading, and timelines. Rubrics and expectations are reviewed with students and progress is monitored by students and staff. Additionally, student absences are reviewed by staff to determine changes in timelines if warranted.GRADINGProject-based Learning defines grading through rubrics. Students review and understand grading requirements defined by rubrics.

Credit for late work is defined as follows: For each day the assignment/project is late, 10% of the total

points earned is deducted from the final grade After five school days, students will receive 50% of the total points

earned Example: Student turned in an assignment 10 days late.

Assignment was graded as an 86/100 or 86%. Points deducted each late day is 8.6. A total number of points deducted were 8.6 * 5 = 43 points, which are deducted from 86 points. A final score of 43 points is recorded in the gradebook for this assignment.

Students are responsible for turning in work on timeABSENCES

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To assist students who exceed District absence parameters, Bear Lodge Staff will provide Saturday School and After School time so students have the opportunity to make up absences.TARDIESAfter 10 tardies, students will make up 15 minutes per tardy. Make up times consist of lunch detention (with Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich provided), Saturday School, or after school time.CELL PHONE AND OTHER TECHNOLOGY USECell phone use for students is defined as before school, lunch time, or after school. Other times may be approved upon request, but will be made in the office. iPADs are instructional devices and therefore not used for texting.DANCESBear Lodge Students will complete the participation approval form in order to attend Hulett, Moorcroft, or Sundance dances.LUNCHStudents have options for eating lunch. School lunch may be purchased, students can bring their lunch, or students can walk to town to purchase lunch. When eating school lunch, students will remain in the commons area. Halls, classrooms, and other parts of this building are off limits. Students may bring their lunch and eat in the commons area or main room at Bear Lodge. Also, students may walk to purchase lunch in Sundance. Driving a vehicle is not permitted, unless approved by the principal. Entering a vehicle of another student is not permitted.

PARKING and DRIVINGIf driving privileges are approved by the principal, then students are required to park on the west end of the building. Students driving in an unsafe manner will lose driving privileges for a period of time to be determined by the Principal. Students will request permission to go to their vehicle during school hours.AFTER SCHOOL TIMEAt Bear Lodge High School ISS may be replaced with After School Time (AST) at the principal’s discretion. When the handbook specifies an ISS time the ISS time will be doubled. POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SYSTEMCrook County School District #1 utilizes Positive Behavior Intervention System for encouraging constructive thinking in resolving a variety of issues or conflict. The Refocus Room is utilized in providing time for student reflection. After reflection, a student will dialog with staff or the principal to determine readiness to re-enter learning activities.

Bear Lodge teachers and staff support your success. We support and promote the development of your abilities to the highest degree. Whether you choose to go on to college, attend a vocational school, or to begin your career through a job, you will need to do certain things to succeed.

This book is designed to help you be prepared, organized and prompt. Using it will help you learn and develop the skills that will make you successful at school and in life.

Remember this book will guide you, however, you will have to contribute the following:

1. Put forth every effort needed to start each day with a goal and then finish what you start…

2. Behave with pride in all that you do. 3. Treat others with respect.

Dr. Hartman-HallamBear Lodge Secondary Principal

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HULETT JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL SECTIONAFTER SCHOOL TIMEAt Hulett Jr/Sr High School ISS will be replaced with After School Time (AST) at the principals discretion. When the handbook specifies ISS time the ISS time will be converted to AST time. LUNCHLunch tickets may be purchased in the cafeteria, at the elementary school office or at the high school office the Students will not be charged for their first three replacement tickets. A letter will be sent home when a third replacement ticket is issued advising the student and his/her parents. Free and reduced lunch may be received by qualifying families. More information on the application process and the qualifications may be obtained by contacting the school office. Students who carry sack lunches are to eat them in the commons area or outside and are expected to clean up their trash when done with their mealPARKINGStudents are required to park in the Commons parking lot. Students who park in non-designated areas may lose their parking privileges.PLANNERSEach student will be issued a planner/handbook at the beginning of the school year. Students who lose their planners will be charged a fee of $5.00 for a replacement. Students are expected to have their planners with them at all times, particularly since the planner also functions as a hall pass. SCHOOL DANCESSchool-sponsored dances will be chaperoned by the sponsors of the sponsoring organization and must be scheduled two weeks in advance. A minimum of three chaperones is required for dances. Doors will close one hour after the dance has started. Once students leave the dance, they will not be readmitted. All school rules apply at dances. Regular dances may be held between 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Special dances, such as homecoming and prom, may continue until midnight. FEDERAL COMPLIANCE NOTICEThe two federal laws, No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), require Crook County School District #1 (CCSD#1) to notify you of the following: 1. Schools receiving Title 1 funds must inform parents of their right to obtain information on the professional qualifications and Highly Qualified Status of their child’s/children’s teacher(s). If you wish to obtain this information, please contact your school principal. 2. Parents and eligible students have a right to:

Inspect and review education records Request an amendment of education records Know that CCSD#1 will only disclose student records to other

schools or institutions with a legitimate educational interest, unless parents/eligible students direct CCSD#1 otherwise

File a complaint with the Family Policy Compliance Office (FPCO) If you need to know more about any of the above requirements, please contact your school principal.Mrs. Linda WolfskillHulett Principal

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Philosophy statement for Sixth Grade Athletics:Participation, skill development, sport knowledge, strategy, team building, physical fitness, and fun take precedence over winning. Playing time will be at the discretion of the coach but the older players on the team will be given priority if in good standing on the team in terms of attendance, effort, responsibility and sportsmanship.

Eligible Athletics:Boys: Football ,Basketball, Wrestling, Track, GolfGirls: Volleyball, Basketball, Track, Golf

Criteria for sixth grade participation:Same academic and code of conduct requirements as outlined in board policy for high school participation

Participation is school specific. For further information see your principal.

Student Participation AgreementCrook County School District

1. I realize that representing my high school is a privilege. Because I choose to be an athlete or group member and represent my school, I choose to follow the rules and guidelines set down by the school and coach/sponsor.

2. As a representative of my school I will remain free from all forms of chemical abuse. I will not use, possess or transmit tobacco, alcohol, or any controlled substance prohibited by law.

3. If I am found in violation of rule #2 on a school activity or on school property, I will be suspended from the organization according to the guidelines set down in the board policy: (see board policy JFC-R). If the violation involves alcohol or tobacco, a first violation shall result in an out-of-school suspension for 3 days and exclusion from participation in all interscholastic activities for a period of either: a) 45 school days, or b) a confession prior to the next school day to the coach or administration may result in a suspension reduction to 10 school days of no competition. Any other type of confirmed violation (such as witnesses, police action, confession, etc.) will result in a suspension from interschool competition or representation for 10 school days or 2 contests whichever comes first. A second violation of any kind will result in removal from co-curricular activities for 88 school days.

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4. The 10 school days suspension can be used only one time in any school year. Any violation in any activity after that will result in expulsion from all interschool competition for 88 school days.

5. If found in violation of the school policy on alcohol, tobacco, or controlled substances, I will be ineligible for All Conference and All State honors during season in which the violation occurs.

6. I will support the organization in mind, word, spirit and effort at all times. Cooperation, teamwork and sacrifice are the keys to success.

7. I will be on time whenever time is involved. If there is a contest on a weekday, I will be in school the following day. Consequences for being late or absent are at the discretion of the coach/sponsor.

8. I will exhibit sportsmanship at all times and show respect for my fellow players, the opponents, coaches, and officials.

9. Playing or competition time is not guaranteed and is at the discretion of the coach or sponsor.

10. Any behavior that is detrimental to the welfare of the school’s or team’s image (such as vandalism, stealing, obscene behavior, etc.) can result in suspension or expulsion from the team.

11. This agreement will be in effect during the school activity(s) in which the student participates.

I understand and agree to abide this agreement.

Student Signature__________________ Date______________________

Parent Signature___________________Date________________________

User Agreement and Parental Permission FormAs a user of the Crook County School District #1 computer network, I hereby agree to comply with School District policy and the rules set forth therein pertaining to communication over the Internet in a responsible fashion while

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honoring all relevant laws and restrictions. I agree only to use the Internet for legitimate, educational purposes.

I do hereby expressly consent to allow school district personnel, including teachers, aides and administrators to access and review any computer files, e-mail transmissions and other computer data and/or information received by or sent from the student named below in order to ensure that the school district computers are being used appropriately and solely for educational purposes.

As the parent or legal guardian of the student signing above, I grant permission for my son or daughter to access the network for computer services, such as electronic mail and the Internet. I understand that individuals and families may be held liable for violations. I understand that some materials on the Internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate, or potentially offensive to some people, and I accept responsibility for guidance of Internet use, including setting and conveying acceptable standards to my son or daughter to follow when selecting, sharing or exploring information on this network. We do hereby release the School District, its Board of Trustees, staff, and agents, from any liability of any kind arising out of our son’s or daughter’s use of the computer/Internet system at the school.

We do hereby authorize school district personnel, including teachers, aides and administrators to access and review any computer files, e-mail transmissions, and other computer data and/or information received by or sent from the student named above in order to ensure that the school district computers are being used appropriately and solely for educational purposes.

Parent consents to allow school to use Internet (Web site) operators to offer online programs for the benefit of students and the school system, such as for communication regarding homework, facilitating online testing and/or communication regarding grades.

The school requires that the service provider assure the school that it has in place a procedure or security system to maintain the confidentiality of any personal information that the service provider could have access to.

Because these services or programs will necessitate giving access to student personal information to the Internet or Web site operators that host or facilitate these programs, the school must represent that it has parental permission for this and your execution of this policy/handbook shall be considered permission.

I grant access for my child to have access to the Internet __Yes __No

I grant access for my child to have an email account ____Yes ____No

Date: ___________ _________________________________ StudentDate: ___________ _________________________________ Parent/GuardianStudent PicturesDuring school, pictures of students may be taken and possibly posted on the district's web site. No last names will be associated with these pictures. Parents who do not want photos of their children to appear on the district's web site may contact the school and let them know their wishes. 

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:First language spoken by the child_____________The language spoken in the home______________

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The language spoken or understood by the child ________________

E Mail address_________________________________________

If you child has special dietary needs, and you wish the school to consider how to accommodate these needs, the State of Wyoming requires a medical statement from your doctor be on file with the school. Please call the Food Service Director at 307-283-2299.

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