      C H A N N E L V I E W
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
2016 – 2017
Student Handbook and
Code of Conduct
828 Sheldon Road, Channelview, Texas 77530
(281) 452-8002
Channelview Independent School District
ADMINISTRATION
Board of Education
J. Kyle Campbell – President
Steven Dennis – Vice President
Raquel Dobbins – Secretary
Patrick Lacy – Parliamentarian
Greg Johnstone – Member
Keith Liggett – Member
Alex Ybarra – Member
Superintendent
Greg Ollis
(281) 452-8008
Assistant Superintendent of Administration
Mike Niemeyer
(281) 452-8010
Assistant Superintendent of Finance
Kris Lynn
(281) 452-8014
Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction
Don Beck, Ed.D.
(281) 452-8017
Administrators
Athletic Director William Jennings (281) 860-3803
Bilingual/ESL Director Magdalena Garcia (281) 457-8723
Career and Technology Director Mia Young (281) 457-7330
Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Carnathan (281) 452-8003
Coordinator of Security Pat Kaptchinskie (281) 452-8002
Director of Human Resources Kay Kerr (281) 452-8016
Federal Programs Director Veronica Pasternack (281) 452-8018
Fine Arts Director Kenneth Wright (281) 452-8004
Maintenance Director Mike Lyons (281) 452-8005
Nutrition Services Director David Bienvenu (281) 860-3807
Special Services Director Gloria Roach (281) 452-8006
Technology Director Darrell Cheney (281) 860-1420
Elementary Curriculum Coordinator Heather Gilpin (281) 860-9825
Secondary Curriculum Coordinator Pam Latiolais (281) 860-9825
School Improvement/Testing Coordinator Patricia Glaeser (281) 452-8017
Administration Building and Tax Office
828 Sheldon Road Channelview, Texas 77530 (281) 452-8002,
Web Address - www.cvisd.org
SCHOOL DIRECTORY
Anthony Aguirre Junior High
15726 Wallisville Road
Eric Lathan, Principal
Samantha Poullard, Assistant Principal
Angie Pulido, Assistant Principal
Keon Wortham, Assistant Principal
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(281) 860-3300
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8:35 a.m. – 4:05 p.m.
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Alice Johnson Junior High School
15500 Proctor
Jules Pichon, Principal
Larry Lewis, Assistant Principal
Ruben Rodriguez, Assistant Principal
Isabel Tavella, Assistant Principal
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(281) 452-8030
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8:35 a.m.-4:05 p.m.
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Barrett/Lee Early Child Care Center
911 Sheldon Road
Judy Lee, Principal
Emily Laird, Assistant Principal
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(281) 860-3827
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Morning: 7:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Afternoon: 11:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Day Care: 5:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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Harvey Brown Elementary School
16550 Wallisville Rd.
LaKeisha LeBlanc, Principal
Angela Lavergne, Assistant Principal
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(281) 860-1400
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8:10 a.m. – 3:40 p.m.
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Joe Frank Campbell Learning Center
915 Sheldon Road
Mark Sims, Principal
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(281) 457-0086
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8:25 a.m.-3:55 p.m.
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Channelview High School
1100 Sheldon Road
Cindi Ollis, Principal
Alan Smith, Associate Principal
Karen Bryant, Assistant Principal
Lizette Castelline, Assistant Principal
Janeth Melancon, Assistant Principal
Troy Michaud, Assistant Principal
Andre Phillip, Assistant Principal
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(281) 452-1450
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7: 05 a.m.-2:35 p.m.
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Viola Cobb Elementary School
915 Dell Dale
Chad Nuetzmann, Principal
William Chalfant, Assistant Principal
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(281) 452-7788
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7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
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Margery Crenshaw Elementary School
16204 Wood Drive
Audry Lane, Principal
Kim Roberts, Assistant Principal
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(281) 457-3080
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7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
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DeZavala Elementary School
16150 Second Street
Manuel Escalante, Principal
Stephanie Green, Assistant Principal
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(281) 452-6008
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7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
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B. H. Hamblen Elementary School
1019 Dell Dale
Constance Norfleet, Principal
Diorica Cavazos-Almand, Assistant Principal
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(281) 457-8720
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7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
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L.W. Kolarik 9th Grade Campus
1120 Sheldon Road
Robert Laird, Associate Principal
Cynthia Benitez, Assistant Principal
Cedric LePeuch, Assistant Principal
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(713) 378-3400
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7: 05 a.m.-2:35 p.m.
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Mac F. McMullan Elementary School
1290 Dell Dale
Gina Ervin, Principal
Linda Craft, Assistant Principal
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(281) 452-1154
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8:10 a.m.-3:40 p.m.
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H.C. Schochler Elementary School
910 Deerpass
Ann Garza, Principal
Cynthia Vasquez, Assistant Principal
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(281) 452-2880
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8:10 a.m.-3:40 p.m.
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EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING INFORMATION
Each year, parents are asked to complete an emergency release form to provide contact information in the event that school is dismissed early or opening is delayed because of severe weather or another emergency, or if the campus must restrict access due to a security threat.
The district will rely on contact information on file with the district to communicate with parents in an emergency situation, which may include real-time or automated messages. It is crucial to notify your child’s school when a phone number previously provided to the district has changed.
If the campus must close, delay opening, or restrict access to the building because of an emergency, the district will also alert the community in the following ways:
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TV STATIONS:
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RADIO STATIONS:
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KTRK - Channel 13
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KILT 610 AM
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KHOU - Channel 11
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KLVL 1480 AM (Spanish)
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KPRC - Channel 2
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KLAT 1010 AM (Spanish)
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FOX - Channel 26
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KTRH 740 AM
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UNIVISION - Channel 45 (Spanish)
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KRBE 104.1 FM
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TELEMUNDO - Channel 47 (Spanish)
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KTJM 98.5/103.3 FM (Spanish)
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KIAH - Channel 39
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KKBQ 92.9 FM
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EMERGENCY CRISIS MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
The Channelview Independent School District has developed an extensive Crisis Management Plan to address prevention, intervention, and follow-up of crisis situations. The safety of our children is our primary concern. The following procedures will be utilized during certain crisis situations.
This procedure is used in any situation other than weather that may be a hazard.
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This means all windows and doors are locked and the air-conditioning will be shut off.
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No one is allowed to enter or leave a building that has activated shelter in place procedures. This means that parents will not be able to pick up children from school. It is safer to keep the students inside the building rather than expose them to possible harm by allowing them to leave the building.
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Once the "All Clear" is given, students and teachers will return to their regular activities or a parent/student "Reunification" (student pickup) program may be initiated.
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If a school is sheltering in place, parents should also shelter in place at home.
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Shelter In Place, Weather Only
This procedure is used when weather conditions exist that may place a school or schools in immediate danger.
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Students and staff are sheltered inside the buildings away from outside windows or doors.
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Buildings are open for entry only.
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There is no exit until the "All Clear" is given.
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Normal activities will resume when the "All Clear" is given, or a student/parent "Reunification" (student pickup) program may be initiated.
This procedure is used when an intruder invades the premises or there is an imminent danger to the campus.
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All doors, windows, and classrooms are locked. Students and teachers remain in the classroom until the "All Clear" is given.
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No one will be allowed to enter or leave the building. Parents will not be allowed to pick up children from school.
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The local authorities will provide assistance if necessary.
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Once the "All Clear" is given students and teachers can return to their regular activities. If needed the parent/student "Reunification" (student pickup) process will be utilized.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS
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In case of a conflict between Board Policy (including Student Code of Conduct) and any provisions of the Student Handbook, the provisions of Board Policy or the Student Code of Conduct that were most recently adopted by the Board are to be followed.
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School organizations, student clubs, performing groups such as the band, choir, drill, JROTC, LOTC, and athletic teams may establish stricter codes of conduct and have eligibility rules. Any such code of conduct and/or rules should be in writing, on file in the principal’s office, and approved by the superintendent and/or board of trustees.
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District alternative schools may have different rules, requirements, and procedures than those outlined in this handbook.
Table of Contents
PREFACE 1
SECTION I: PARENTAL RIGHTS 2
CONSENT, OPT-OUT, AND REFUSAL RIGHTS 16
Consent to Conduct a Psychological Evaluation 16
Consent to Display a Student’s Original Works and Personal Information 2
Consent to Receive Parenting and Paternity Awareness Instruction if Student is Under Age 14 3
Consent to Video or Audio Record a Student When Not Otherwise Permitted by Law 3
Prohibiting the Use of Corporal Punishment 3
Limiting Electronic Communications with Students by District Employees 4
Objecting to the Release of Directory Information 4
Objecting to the Release of Student Information to Military Recruiters and Institutions of Higher Education (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 5
Participation in Third-Party Surveys 19
Consent Required Before Student Participation in a Federally Funded Survey, Analysis, or Evaluation 19
“Opting Out” of Participation in Other Types of Surveys or Screenings and the Disclosure of Personal Information 5
REMOVING A STUDENT FROM INSTRUCTION OR EXCUSING A STUDENT FROM A REQUIRED COMPONENT OF INSTRUCTION 20
Human Sexuality Instruction 6
Reciting a Portion of the Declaration of Independence in Grades 3 – 12 7
Reciting the Pledges to the U.S. and Texas Flags 7
Religious or Moral Beliefs 21
Tutoring or Test Preparation 7
RIGHT OF ACCESS TO STUDENT RECORDS, CURRICULUM MATERIALS, AND DISTRICT RECORDS/POLICIES 21
Instructional Materials 7
Notices of Certain Student Misconduct to Noncustodial Parent 8
Participation in Federally Required, State-Mandated and District Assessments…………..8
Student Records 22
Accessing Student Records 8
Authorized Inspection and Use of Student Records 22
Teacher and Staff Professional Qualifications 11
STUDENTS WITH EXCEPTIONALITIES OR SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES 25
Children of Military Families 11
Parental Role in Certain Classroom and School Assignments 25
Multiple Birth Siblings 11
Safety Transfers/Assignments 12
Service/Assistance Animal Use by Students 12
Students in the Conservatorship of the State (Foster Care) ………………………………12
Students Who Are Homeless ……………………………………………………………..13
Students Who Have Learning Difficulties or Who Need Special Education Services 13
Students Who Receive Special Education Services with Other School-Aged Children in the Home 14
Students Who Speak a Primary Language Other than English 14
Students With Physical or Mental Impairments Protected under Section 504 14
SECTION II: OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS 14
ABSENCES/ATTENDANCE 15
Compulsory Attendance 15
Age 19 and Older 30
Between Ages 6 and 19 30
Prekindergarten and Kindergarten 30
Exemptions to Compulsory Attendance 15
All Grade Levels 30
Secondary Grade Levels 31
Failure to Comply with Compulsory Attendance 16
All Grade Levels 31
Age 19 and Older…………………………………………………………………….. 16
Between Ages 6 and 19………………………………………………………………. 16
Attendance for Credit or Final Grade (Kindergarten Through Grade 12) 17
Official Attendance-Taking Time (All Grade Levels) 18
Documentation after an Absence (All Grade Levels) 18
Doctor’s Note after an Absence for Illness (All Grade Levels) 18
Driver License Attendance Verification (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 19
ACCOUNTABILITY UNDER STATE AND FEDERAL LAW (All Grade Levels) 34
AWARDS AND HONORS (All Grade Levels) 19
BULLYING (All Grade Levels) 20
CAFETERIA SERVICES………………………………………………………………….. 21
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) PROGRAMS (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 22
CELEBRATIONS (All Grade Levels) 23
CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE AND OTHER MALTREATMENT OF CHILDREN (All Grade Levels) 23
CLASS RANK / HIGHEST RANKING STUDENT (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 24
Speeches at Commencement 25
Top Ten Graduates 25
Honor Graduates/Top Ten Percent 25
Early Graduation 25
Academic Class Rank Calculation 25
End-of-Course Assessment Scores 26
Grade Point Weight 26
Advanced Placement 27
Course Included in Class Rank Calculation 28
Exclusions 28
Transfer Credit 28
Homebound Students 28
CLASS SCHEDULES (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 28
COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 29
COLLEGE CREDIT COURSES (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 29
COMPLAINTS AND CONCERNS (All Grade Levels) 30
CONDUCT (All Grade Levels) 30
Applicability of School Rules 30
Campus Behavior Coordinator …………………………………………………………...30
Disruptions of School Operations 31
Social Events 31
COUNSELING 32
Academic Counseling 32
Elementary and Junior High School Grade Levels 32
High School Grade Levels 32
Personal Counseling (All Grade Levels) 32
COURSE CREDIT (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 32
CREDIT BY EXAMINATION - If a Student Has Taken the Course/Subject (All Grade Levels) 32
CREDIT BY EXAM FOR ADVANCEMENT/ACCELERATION—If a Student Has Not Taken the Course/Subject 33
Students in Grades 1–5 49
Students in Grades 6–12 50
DATING VIOLENCE, DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT, AND RETALIATION (All Grade Levels) 34
Dating Violence 34
Discrimination 34
Harassment 34
Sexual Harassment and Gender-Based Harassment 35
Retaliation 35
Reporting Procedures 35
Investigation of Report 36
DISCRIMINATION 36
DISTANCE LEARNING 36
All Grade Levels 36
Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN) (Secondary Grade Levels) 53
DISTRIBUTION OF LITERATURE, PUBLISHED MATERIALS, OR OTHER DOCUMENTS (All Grade Levels) 37
School Materials 37
Nonschool Materials 37
From Students 37
From Others 37
DRESS AND GROOMING (All Grade Levels) 38
Channelview High School, L.W. Kolarik Center and Joe Campbell Learning Center (Pre-Kindergarten When Applicable) 39
Kindergarten – 5th Grade Including Students Being Sent to Appollo 41
6th, 7th and 8th Grade 43
Discipline School Dress Code for Apollo Grades K – 5th 45
Discpline School Dress Code for Highpoint East Grades 6th – 12th 45
DROPOUT PREVENTION PROGRAM (Joe Frank Campbell Learning Center) 47
ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES (All Grade Levels) 47
Possession and Use of Personal Telecommunications Devices, Including Mobile Telephones 47
Possession and Use of Other Personal Electronic Devices 47
Instructional Use of Personal Telecommunications and Other Electronic Devices 48
Acceptable Use of District Technology Resources 48
Unacceptable and Inappropriate Use of Technology Resources 48
END-OF-COURSE (EOC) ASSESSMENTS 48
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (All Grade Levels) ……………………………………. 48
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, AND ORGANIZATIONS (All Grade Levels) 49
Standards of Behavior 50
Offices and Elections 50
FEES (All Grade Levels) 50
FUNDRAISING (All Grade Levels) 51
GANG-FREE ZONES (All Grade Levels) 51
GENDER-BASED HARASSMENT 51
GRADE LEVEL CLASSIFICATION 51
Grading System – Pre-K and Elementary Schools 51
Grading System – Elementary, Junior High and High School 52
GRADING GUIDELINES (All Grade Levels) 53
GRADUATION (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 53
Requirements for a Diploma for a Student Enrolled in High School Prior to the 2014–2015 School Year 53
Requirements for a Diploma Beginning with the 2014–2015 School Year 53
Testing Requirements for Graduation 53
Minimum, Recommended, and Advanced/Distinguished Achievement Graduation Programs 54
Foundation Graduation Program 56
Personal Graduation Plans for Students Under The Foundation Graduation Program. 57
Available Course Options for all Graduation Programs 58
Certificates of Coursework Completion 58
Students with Disabilities 58
Graduation Activities 59
Graduation Speakers 59
Graduation Expenses 59
Scholarships and Grants 59
HARASSMENT 60
HAZING (All Grade Levels) 60
HEALTH-RELATED MATTERS 60
Bacterial Meningitis (All Grade Levels) 60
Communicable Disease (All Grade Levels) 62
Food Allergies (All Grade Levels) 62
Health Screenings 62
Immunizations (All Grade Levels) 62
Medication Policy 63
Pediculosis Capitis (Head Lice) (All Grade Levels) 64
Physical Activity Requirements 65
Elementary School 83
Junior High School 83
Pink Eye 65
Psychotropic Drugs…………………………………………………………………….. 65
School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) (All Grade Levels) 66
Student Wellness Policy/Wellness Plan (All Grade Levels) 84
Sunscreen 66
Vomiting and/or Diarrhe………………………………………………………………… .66
Other Health-Related Matters 66
Physical Fitness Assessment (Grades 3–12) 66
Vending Machines (All Grade Levels) 67
Tobacco and E-Cigarettes Prohibited (All Grade Levels and All Others on School Property) 67
Asbestos Management Plan (All Grade Levels) 67
Pest Management Plan (All Grade Levels) 67
HOMELESS STUDENTS (All Grade Levels) 67
HOMEWORK (All Grade Levels) 67
ILLNESS 86
LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES (All Grade Levels) 68
Questioning of Students 68
Students Taken Into Custody 68
Notification of Law Violations 69
LEAVING CAMPUS (All Grade Levels) 69
During Lunch 70
At Any Other Time During the School Day 70
LOST AND FOUND (All Grade Levels) 70
MAKEUP WORK 70
Makeup Work Because of Absence (All Grade Levels) 70
DAEP Makeup Work 71
Grades 9–12 89
In-school Suspension (ISS) Makeup Work (All Grade Levels) 71
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT (All Grade Levels) 71
NONTRADITIONAL ACADEMIC PROGRAMS (All Grade Levels) 72
PARENTAL AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT (All Grade Levels) 72
Working Together 72
PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS / HEALTH SCREENINGS 73
Athletics’ Participation (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 91
Other Exams and Screenings (All Grade Levels) 91
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE AND A MINUTE OF SILENCE (All Grade Levels) 73
PRAYER (All Grade Levels) 73
PROMOTION AND RETENTION 73
Elementary and Junior High Grade Levels……………………………………………….74
High School Grade Levels 93
RELEASE OF STUDENTS FROM SCHOOL 75
REPORT CARDS / PROGRESS REPORTS AND CONFERENCES (All Grade Levels) 75
RETALIATION 76
SAFETY (All Grade Levels) 76
Accident Insurance 76
Preparedness Drills: Evacuation, Severe Weather, and Other Emergencies 76
Emergency Medical Treatment and Information 76
SAT, ACT, AND OTHER STANDARDIZED TESTS 76
SCHOOL FACILITIES 76
Use by Students Before and After School (All Grade Levels) 76
Conduct Before and After School (All Grade Levels) 77
Use of Hallways During Class Time (All Grade Levels) 77
Library (All Grade Levels) 77
Meetings of Noncurriculum-Related Groups (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 77
SEARCHES 77
Students’ Desks and Lockers (All Grade Levels) 77
Telecommunications and Other Electronic Devices (All Grade Levels) 78
Vehicles on Campus (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 78
Trained Dogs (All Grade Levels) 78
Drug-Testing (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 96
SEXUAL HARASSMENT 78
SPECIAL PROGRAMS (All Grade Levels) 78
STANDARDIZED TESTING 79
Secondary Grade Levels 97
SAT/ACT (Scholastic Aptitude Test and American College Test) 79
TSI (Texas Success Initiative) Assessment 97
STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) 79
Grades 3–8 79
High School Courses—End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments 80
STEROIDS (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 99
STUDENTS IN FOSTER CARE (All Grade Levels) 81
STUDENT SPEAKERS (All Grade Levels) 81
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION (All Grade Levels) 81
SUICIDE AWARENESS (All Grade Levels) 81
TARDIES (All Grade Levels) 81
TEXTBOOKS, ELECTRONIC TEXTBOOKS, TECHNOLOGICAL EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS (All Grade Levels) 81
TRANSFERS (All Grade Levels) 82
TRANSPORTATION (All Grade Levels) 82
School-Sponsored Trips 82
Buses and Other School Vehicles 82
VANDALISM (All Grade Levels) 83
VIDEO CAMERAS (All Grade Levels) 83
VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL (All Grade Levels) 84
General Visitors 84
Visitors Participating in Special Programs for Students 84
VOLUNTEERS (All Grade Levels) 84
VOTER REGISTRATION (Secondary Grade Levels Only) 84
WITHDRAWING FROM SCHOOL (All Grade Levels) 84
YMCA AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM……… …………………………………………….84
GLOSSARY 87
APPENDIX… 91
Appendix I: Freedom From Bullying Policy 93
Appendix II: Acknowledgment Form—Amendment…………………………..………….97
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