Table of contents introduction

All hats, sunglasses, or other inappropriate materials will be confiscated and returned at the end of the current semester.

Violations of Student Appearance/Dress Code
1^st Offense	Conference to expulsion
2^nd Offense	In school suspension to expulsion
3^rd Offense	Out of school suspension to expulsion

STUDENT PARKING POLICY

Due to limitations in space and difficulty of supervision, the following rules and regulations will govern parking for the 2012-2013 school year:

1. 
   On campus parking is a privilege extended only to sophomore, junior, and senior students who have a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and proof of vehicle insurance.
   
2. 
   ANY student meeting the above criteria may purchase a parking pass for the 2011-2012 school year for $25. This cost will cover the entire year. Exception: students who turn 16 during the second semester and wish to purchase a parking permit will be charged a prorated amount.
   
3. 
   Students who do not purchase a parking pass will be charged a senior debt of $25 and will not graduate until paid. A $25 charge will assessed for each year the student parks without a valid parking pass.
   
4. 
   Reduced fees for parking passes will be granted to the following students:
   
   1. 
      Students with perfect attendance (to include no late check-ins, early check-outs) for the previous school year will receive the parking pass for free.
      
   2. 
      Students with a current Green Card = $15
      
   3. 
      Students with a current Blue Card = $20
      
5. 
   A Consent to Search form must be signed by the student before a parking permit can be purchased.
   
6. 
   The parking permit must be displayed from the rear-view mirror of each vehicle. Cars without a displayed valid parking permit are subject to disciplinary measures.
   
7. 
   Students are to park on the auditorium side of campus only. A designated space will be assigned when a permit is purchased.
   
8. 
   Students are to park in their assigned parking spot only. Parking your vehicle in an unassigned parking spot will result in disciplinary actions as outlined in the Violation of Student Parking Regulations at the end of this section.
   
9. 
   All students should be in the parking lot by 8:00 a.m. each morning. Students are to leave their car immediately after parking and enter the school. Loitering in the student parking lot before school is not permitted. Students may not return to their cars during the school day without prior approval from the school administration.
   
10. 
    Students who drive to school and arrive late are subject to having their parking permit revoked without refund according to the following:
    
    1. 
       Upon arriving late (unexcused) three (3) times – student will lose the parking permit for the remainder of the 9 weeks grading period.
       
    2. 
       Upon arriving late (unexcused) six (6) times - parking permit will be revoked for the rest of the year.
       
11. 
    Any student without a parking permit, driving in a disorderly or reckless manner, parking in an incorrect space or location, will be subject to the following disciplinary measures:
    

Violation of Student Parking Regulations

1^st Offense Warning/Conference (A warning sticker will be placed on the vehicle. A parent contact will be made via phone call or letter.)

2^nd Offense One day In-School Suspension (A second warning sticker will be placed on the vehicle. A parent contact will be made by a home visit or a certified letter.)

3^rd Offense Two days In-School Suspension and vehicle towed at owner’s expense
TARDY POLICY

STUDENTS ARE CONSIDERED TARDY IF THEY ARE NOT IN THEIR ASSIGNED PLACE WHEN THE TARDY BELL STOPS RINGING. This means when the 3^rd bell rings to signify the beginning of class, students are to be in their assigned classroom. Students in the doorway or in the hallway, regardless of how close to the room, are considered tardy.

When a student is tardy, a written excuse must be presented to the teacher. Tardies will be excused for the same reasons as given for absences, which are listed in the Attendance Policy of the Laurel County Board of Education. Students without a written excuse are tardy.

After a student has accumulated three (3) unexcused tardies, he/she will be referred to the office of the Assistant Principal by the teacher completing the Disciplinary Office Referral (DOR) and forward to the office. The Assistant Principal will assign the discipline. When a teacher or a JAGS teacher has sent a student to the office, he/she will note that the student has been disciplined and begin accumulating the tardies again.

DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR TARDIES
1st Offense	One (1) day After School Detention
2nd Offense	Two (2) days After School Detention
3rd Offense	One (1) day In-School Suspension and 2 days After School Detention
4th Offense	Two (2) days In-School Suspension and 2 days After School Detention

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  REPEATED AND CONTINUED VIOLATIONS OF RULES AND REGULATIONS: Stricter measures may be taken when a student continues to violate the above rules and regulations. (From Laurel County Student Code of Conduct and Discipline)
  
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  Rewards given by North Laurel High School for perfect attendance are for those students who have been present all day every day. (i.e. tardies and early dismissals are not allowed)
  

TOBACCO POLICY

The use of any tobacco product is prohibited in any building, on school grounds, at school sponsored events, or in any vehicle owned or operated by the Laurel County Board of Education. (See Student Code of Acceptable Conduct for disciplinary measures.)

UNDERCLASSMEN AWARDS POLICY

At North Laurel High School, we feel that students should be honored for academic, attendance, and behavioral achievement. In order to receive an underclassmen award, students must meet the following criteria:

Grades: A student must have an “A” average for each grading period (1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd nine weeks) and an “A” average at the posting date for mid-term grades of the 4^th nine weeks. A student must also have an “A” on the semester exam.

Attendance: A student must maintain an overall attendance percentage of 95% or higher for the academic school year.

Discipline: A student shall have no discipline referrals for the academic school year.
VISITOR POLICY

Due to the crowded conditions in the classroom, student visitors are discouraged. The visits should be made by prior arrangement only. Any visitor must sign the register, and secure a pass from one of the principals.

OTHER RULES AND REGULATIONS
ARTICLES PROHIBITED AT SCHOOL

We are committed to providing a clean, safe, and cooperative learning environment. Any items that are disruptive to the learning environment are considered inappropriate. Problems arise each year because students have articles which are hazardous to the safety of others, or interfere in some way with school procedure. This includes, but is not limited to, CD and/or tape players, large radios/tape players, MP3 players, IPODS, video/DVD camcorders, camera phones, digital cameras, laptops, video games, water guns, toy guns, shaving cream, chains, water pistols, knives, curling irons, stun guns, mace, firecrackers, and glass containers. Those items will be taken from the student. NLHS will not be responsible for any of these items. Loss or theft of these items will not be handled through the administrative offices.

CODE OF CONDUCT

A copy of the School Conduct Code adopted by the Laurel County Board of Education may be obtained upon request in the Principals office at North Laurel High School.

DISPLAY OF AFFECTION

Public display of affection is considered inappropriate behavior on campus or at school sponsored activities. Kissing and hugging in the halls or classrooms will result in either In-School Suspension or After School Detention.

DROPPING A CLASS OR CHANGING A SCHEDULE

Students may change a class prior to the opening of school. Guidance Counselors are available for schedule changes during the summer. No student will be allowed to change a class after school is in session without written permission of the principal or his designee. You may not drop a class after the class has been in session one week. Permission for adding or dropping a class can only be done upon the written approval of the teacher involved and the administration.

IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION PROGRAM

The In-School Suspension (ISS) Program is to be operated strictly according to these rules and regulations, and students will be held accountable for them while serving their assignments.

1. 
   No student will be permitted to choose the day he/she is to serve an In-School Suspension.
   
2. 
   Students who are absent on the day(s) he/she is to serve are to make up the day(s) the next day(s) he/she returns to school. Students who leave In-School early, i.e., sickness, early check-out, etc. will be required to serve a full day extra to make up any lost time.
   

Students In-School Suspension will be permitted to make up tests missed while serving In-School.

REFUSAL TO SERVE/COOPERATE
1^st Offense	1 day OSS
2^nd Offense	2 days OSS
3^rd Offense	5 days OSS

*Students receiving OSS for refusal to serve and/or cooperate while in ISS will be required to attend ISS again, once returning from OSS, to make-up the day(s) missed due to their behavior.

STUDENT SUSPENSIONS AND EXPULSIONS

Students may be suspended and/or expelled for willful disobedience or defiance of the authority of teachers or administrators, use of profanity or vulgarity, assault and battery, or abuse of other students or school personnel, the threat of force or violence, the use or possession of alcohol or drugs, stealing, destruction or defacing school property or personal property, the carrying or use of weapons or dangerous instruments, or other incorrigible bad conduct on school property and at school sponsored activities.

Students shall not be suspended until the following due process procedures have been followed:

1. 
   The student has been given oral or written notice of the charges against him/her and the charges have been followed.
   
2. 
   The student has been given an opportunity to present his/her own version of the facts relating to the charges.
   
3. 
   The principal or assistant principal may suspend a student immediately without taking the two preceding steps if such action is necessary to protect persons or property, or to avoid disruption of the ongoing academic process. In such cases, the due process procedures outlined in Numbers 1 and 2 above shall follow the suspension as soon as possible, but no later than three (3) days after the beginning of the suspension.
   
4. 
   The only exception is the standardized achievement tests given each spring.
   
5. 
   Students are responsible for all classroom work missed while In In-School Suspension.
   
6. 
   Students, who come to In-School unprepared to work, (no paper, pencil book, etc...) may be assigned an extra day or days by the In-School teacher. Repeated violations of this type may be treated as refusing to cooperate with teacher.
   

SWEEP PROCEDURES

The SWEEP team, comprised of all faculty members on planning that period, will sweep the halls and restrooms. All tardy students will be taken to the student’s assigned classroom. Students tardy for 1^st period will be swept to the front lobby on the first floor to receive a tardy slip from a school staff member.

TRANSPORTATION GUIDELINES (BOARD POLICY)

BUS RIDING POLICY

The following proposals have been drawn up concerning the disciplinary actions of students involved in discipline problems on school buses. More severe punishments may be administered at the discretion of the administrator involved. Other bus regulations, not specifically covered, will be governed by the minimum penalty of the category in which they are placed. Example: Burning another student with a cigarette lighter or match would fit into category D. Provision is made should driver and/or administrator request conference only for student.

In addition to disciplinary action regarding bus transportation, the school authorities and/or school Board may also take action depending on the nature and seriousness of the offense. Consequences for unacceptable behaviors that are not specifically listed here, also apply to bus transportation.

1. 
   Throwing items on bus.
   
2. 
   Refusal to follow reasonable request/insubordination.
   
3. 
   Smoking and use of tobacco.
   
4. 
   Fighting on bus. (Assault on another student or endangering the safety of other students.)
   
5. 
   Abusiveness to driver. (Verbally)
   
6. 
   Abusiveness to driver. (Physically).
   
7. 
   Changing seats while bus is in motion or having arms and / or head out of windows.
   
8. 
   Destruction of school bus.
   
9. 
   Excessive noise/ mischief/ inappropriate language and / or gestures.
   

For violations of items A through I:
1^st offense	3 days off bus
2^nd offense	5 days off bus
3^rd offense	10 days off bus
4^th offense	6 weeks off bus
5^th offense	Remainder of school year off bus

Note – For damages and destruction of school bus, damages will be assessed and restitution will be required.

10. 
    Misrepresentation (notes/failure to produce notes).
    

Each offense – 3 days off bus.

11. 
    Unacceptable items on bus.
    

Each offense – 3 to 10 days off bus

12. 
    Eating or drinking on school bus.
    

Each offense – 3 days off bus

If a student is suspended from one bus, he/ she is suspended from all other buses as well. A school bus suspension is not an excused absence from school. Students will be expected to be at school each day of their suspension. Students who are serving a bus suspension will be permitted to ride a bus for educational and reward field trips. The riding of a school bus in Laurel County is a privilege that is conditioned on the behavior and the observance of rules and regulations for riders. Students who violate these rules are subject to acts of discipline. It should be understood by all, that the driver has the authority to assign seats on the bus. This may be used as a matter of discipline or as a means of checking for bus seat damage. No reason needs to be given by the driver. Repeated violations can bring about permanent loss of riding privileges.

The following, for the most part, have been mandated by the State Board of Education as safety measures for our school.

Students Shall:

1.

1. Occupy any seat assigned by the driver

2. Be on time, the driver will not be asked to wait while you eat or get ready

3. Honor any request made by the driver

4. Refrain from smoking any substance while on the bus

5. Refrain from the use of tobacco in any form while on the bus

6. Keep head and arms in the bus at all times

7. Not cause any damage to the interior of the bus

8. Leave the bus only at home or school except by written permission signed by your parent and your principal or Director of Transportation

9. Cross road in front of bus only

10. Not throw any object on the bus at any time

11. Show respect for others along the route at all times

12. Ride only the bus to which you are assigned

13. Not ride any bus while on suspension from your assigned bus

14. Not be changing seats while the bus is in motion

15. Stop all talking and other noise when approaching a railroad crossing

16. Not disturb private property while waiting for the bus

17. Move away from the bus after unloading

18. Not exit from the rear (emergency) except in the case of an emergency

19. Wait until the bus stops before moving forward to load

20. Keep their feet on the floor

21. Keep all bulky objects in their possession

22. Report any observed damage to the bus driver or principal

23. Show respect and care for smaller children

24. Not bring any "pop" cans or bottles in the bus

25. Not use any vulgar or profane language or gestures while being transported to or from school

EMERGENCY INFORMATION

FIRE, TORNADO, EARTHQUAKE, AND LOCK DOWN DRILLS

Emergency evacuation, fire drills and lock down drills will be held periodically throughout the year.  Tornado drills will be conducted periodically prior to and during tornado season.  Earthquake drills will be held semi-annually. An exit plan will be placed near the door of each room. Procedures will be explained by your teacher.

AMENDED POLICY STATEMENT OF LAUREL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION RESPECTING FIRST AMENDMENT ACTIVITIES

This statement is intended as a clarification and an Amendment of The School Board's policy concerning religion in county schools as set forth in the letter of The Board's Attorney, dated December 17, 1986 (Original Policy Statement).

Nothing in the Original Policy Statement was ever intended to nor shall it be construed to prohibit the following activities:

1. 
   Religious activities of teachers and students during non-school hours.
   
2. 
   Voluntary prayer or grace prior to meals if not done en masse and with classified or certified school personnel participation only in a non-leadership manner when students are involved.
   
3. 
   The use of the Bible, religion in drama and music for comparative and historical purposes or studies.
   
4. 
   Student-initiated and student-led prayer or study of the Bible or other religious material during school hours in which teachers are present only in a non-leadership manner.
   
5. 
   The display by students and teachers of religious symbols, buttons, or jewelry on their persons.
   
6. 
   Voluntary acts of Bible reading, prayer, and communication of religious beliefs by and between students and by and between classified/certified school personnel on an individual basis during non-class time during school hours.
   

The listing of permitted activities above shall not necessarily be deemed all inclusive of constitutionally protected activities. The legitimate right of The Board to maintain proper order and discipline in the schools is recognized and reserved and the enumeration of the above items shall not be construed to abrogate such right.

Laurel County Schools

HONOR DIPLOMA

STUDENT CHECKLIST
Student Name: _________________________________ School: ______________________________________

A copy of this form must be completed for each Honor Diploma candidate.

NOTE: Check the boxes as appropriate to confirm that this student has completed or will complete each requirement by the date of graduation.

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  Successful completion of all the minimum unit requirements for high school graduation set forth in 704 KAR 3:305 or as specified by the local board of education.
  
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  Successful completion of all minimum requirements of the pre-college preparation curriculum.
  
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  Successful completion (i.e., receiving a grade of “C” or its equivalent) in 3 AP courses in the list of subjects below to qualify for
  the Laurel County Schools Honor Diploma. Note the following:
  

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  That 704 KAR 3:340 requires that the courses must contain “essential content” and meet the standards described in the Advanced Placement (AP) Program Course Description Booklets of the College Entrance Examination Board.
  

ENGLISH

English Language & Composition

English Literature & Composition

SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS

	Biology		AP Chemistry		AP Physics C
	Calculus AB		AP Environmental Science*		AP Statistics*
	Calculus BC		AP Physics B

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

	AP Chinese Language & Culture		AP Japanese Language & Culture		AP Russian Language & Culture
	AP French Language		AP Latin Literature		AP Spanish Language
	AP French Literature		AP Latin Vergil		AP Spanish Literature
	AP German Language

ELECTIVE (selected from any of the above or the following):

	AP Art History		AP Macroeconomics*		AP Physics C: Mechanics*
	AP Comp Govt. & Politics*		AP Microeconomics*		AP Studio Art (drawing or 2D or 3D portfolio)
	AP Computer Science A*		AP Music Theory		AP U. S. Govt. & Politics*
	AP Computer Science AB		AP Psychology*		AP U. S. History
	AP European History		AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism*		AP World History
	AP Human Geography*	(*This subject is the equivalent of a half-year college course.)

Completion of (or will complete) AP examinations in at least 2 of the 3 AP courses.
Exam #1: ___________________ Exam #2: ____________________
CERTIFICATION: By the date of graduation, this student will have completed all of the requirements checked above.
___________________________________ __________________________________ ________________

Signature of Senior Counselor Signature of Student Date

I have received a copy of the Student Handbook as distributed by North Laurel High School. I have read and discussed this handbook with my child.

_________________________ ________

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

_________________________

Name of Student

*Please return to your child’s homeroom teacher.