Good attendance is critical for steady academic growth, and, by law, children are required to attend school. 

Please call the school office any time your child will not be in school. 

If you are asked to leave a voice mail, please give the following information:

• Name of the parent or guardian calling
• Student's name and grade
• Date(s) of absence
• Reason for absence; please be specific

Absences will only be excused for the following reasons:

• Illness
• Medical or dental appointment
• A family death or serious illness
• Court/judicial appearance
• Religious observations
• School-sponsored activities
• Students who are late to school will be considered tardy. Please make every effort to have your student at school on time. 

Additionally signing your child out in the afternoon prior to the end of the school day affects their attendance and learning. 

Students who become truant (inexcusably absent three consecutive days or five school days in any semester or seven days in a school year) will be reported to the Kansas Department for Children and Families in accordance with Board of Education Policy 1461.

Attendance Policies

Since high school courses are arranged to meet the educational needs of our students, regular attendance is a requirement. Much of the value of any course is obtained by participation in the numerous activities that take place in the classroom. Students benefit from their classes and need to attend them daily in order to share in class discussions, demonstrations, direction for assignments, multimedia experiences, continuity of course work, group activities, lectures, and presentations of other students' work. The following policies are designed to help students realize the maximum benefit from their classes at North High.

Attendance Procedures/Reporting Absences

1.   Students are to be in daily attendance in each course taken (BOE Policy P4160). Students should understand that any absence, whatever the reason, could affect their grade. Teachers may grade students for daily classroom participation.

2.  It is the responsibility of the parents or guardians to notify the school within 72 hours of the absence and its cause. (BOE Policy P5100) All absences will be considered unexcused if parents/guardians do not notify the school.

 

3.  Students who are gone for less than the entire day: When leaving school, students must check in and check out of their academy office. Parents and/or legal guardians are required to come into the office to verify the validity of excuse.

Absence classifications. The following are considered excused absences:

a.    Personal illness or illness in the family demanding the student stay at home. If you are ill more than three (3) days you must have a doctor’s note in order for the absences to be excused.

b.    Death in the family or death of a relative.

c.     Medical or dental treatment, examination or recuperation.

d.    Absence because of a religious holiday.

e.     Approval by school authorities prior to the absence.

f.      Circumstances or conditions which, in the opinion of administration, would not make it reasonable to expect the pupil to benefit from an educational experience.

g.    Parents do not have the authority to excuse any other absences.

 

4.  An “excused” absence entitles the pupil to make up the work and receive credit for the make- up work. Students who are absent excessively should be aware credit might not be granted for the course. (BOE P1472 Pupil Make-Up Work)

 

5.  An “unexcused/truant” absence, this includes any absence which does not meet the categories outlined under an “excused absence” i.e. oversleeping, work, transportation issues, predetermined absence with parent permission but not obtained prior to the absence, or other absences of choice by the student. Repeated truancies will result in disciplinary action such as detention, in-school

 

suspension, parent conference, referral to the District Attorney’s office and withdrawal from school.

3, 5, 7 Rule: Inexcusably absent for a substantial part of a school day on either three (3) consecutive school days, or five (5) school days in any semester or seven (7) school days in any school year, whichever of the aforementioned occurs first. A student’s attendance pattern must meet this rule before he/she can be reported to the Office of SRS or to Office of the District Attorney.

6.  Pre-arranged absences - When you know you will be absent a number of days, you should:

a.  Have a note or have a parent call the appropriate academy office. Please state the reason and the number of days for the absence.

b.  Obtain a “Request to be Absent” form from your academy office. Have all your teachers and appropriate administrator sign it. Obtain instructions for making up work from your teachers.

c.     Return the completed form to your academy office. If you have any questions or concerns, see your administrator.

d.  We will only allow 3 consecutive days of principal approved absences.

7.   Seniors may request up to 3 school-related absences for college visits. Verification from the college is required.

8.  Working Students-Students should not accept employment that interferes with the school day. This is to make it possible to carry out activities and or detentions, when necessary, without interference. Students who are enrolled in school sponsored work programs are permitted to be employed during the school day. However, employers should be informed that if the students need to stay after school to serve detention consequences they will be expected to do so.

 

Signing Out A Student

The security and safety of our students is paramount to us. A driving age student can be signed out by a telephone call provided that: 1.) He/she is driving a car to school 2.) Custodial/legal guardian has coordinated in advance with the respective academy secretary, and 3.) Computer information pertaining to the students’ guardianship has been verified. All other students will need to be signed out by their custodial/legal guardian at their perspective academy in person.

 

Tardy Policy

Late arrivals create interruptions to class activities. We believe that classes must be free from interruption and that students be ready to learn as soon as the bell rings. A student is considered tardy if they are not in the classroom or assigned area ready to receive instruction by the time the bell rings, indicating the start of class. Students arriving before the last 10 minutes of class will proceed to the cafeteria to receive a tardy slip. This tardy slip is the student’s ticket into class. Students arriving with less than 10 minutes left in class are marked absent and should report to their academy. Admit slips from administrators, counselors, and teachers will be honored.

 

Consideration in the assignment of tardies will be given during inclement weather or when bells malfunction.

 

Tips To Be On Time: (On time students could be eligible for incentives)

·       Be seated when the bell rings

·       Be ready to learn when the bell rings

·       Have your materials prepared

·       Get a written pass in your agenda to be in the hall

·       Students must have an admit slip from the previous teacher for entry into the next class if detained by the previous teacher

·       Wear your school ID

Students will be allowed five free tardies per semester. Every tardy after the five free ones will result in the student losing their lunch privilege the following day. Lunch will be provided for these students. A teacher may have a more specific expectation for their class, which will be supported, if it is clearly communicated in their course syllabus. Students must have their ID when they are assigned a loss of lunch. Students without their ID will be expected to either produce their ID, or report to the office to purchase a new ID.

 

Students who do not serve the loss of lunch will be assigned a suspension day.

Students not serving their loss of lunch or suspension will receive further consequences per administration discretion.

If you live two and one-half miles or more from North, you may ride a school bus. During enrollment your bus route will be added to your Photo ID. This will be utilized as your bus card. You must be prepared to show your bus card at any time. You will be given a list of bus rules when you receive your card. Please read these carefully and remember that bus drivers will enforce them. Due to the lack of space on many bus routes, students are discouraged from requesting parent permission slips for students to ride home with other students. Parents, if your child desires to go home with a friend, please make other transportation arrangements.

If you DO NOT live two and one-half miles from North and wish to ride the bus, you can be placed on a space available list. This requires a parent request form to be submitted to Academy

 

2.    The district will not grant bus transportation for space available riders until the end of September. This includes those students on special transfer.

It is the right of every pupil being transported to receive this service in the safest possible manner. In order to ensure this, it is necessary for all transported pupils to know, and to follow, the rules and regulations set forth by the State and the local Board of Education.

Please refer the entire bus rules/regulations and BOE policy P7311 in the BOE Policy section of this handbook. Parents of transported pupils are urged to help their children understand the important of these rules as they relate to their personal safety.

 

Parents should notify the school nurse if there are any health conditions that may require medical attention, such as asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, etc.

If a student becomes ill during the school day, they should request a pass to see the nurse. 

Students who exhibit fever, sore throat or tonsillitis, any eruption of the skin or rash, any respiratory symptoms accompanied by a fever, severe cough or cold, or any eruption of the scalp, will be sent home.

Parents will be notified to pick up their student and must do so in a timely manner to limit exposure to other students and school staff.

Please keep your emergency contact information up to date with both the teacher and office staff.

School board policy (BOE P5316) restricts school personnel from giving students any medication, including over-the-counter medication.

Medication is given only upon written request from both the parent/guardian and the student's physician. Students must also have received one dose of medication without an adverse reaction prior to any doses being given at school.

All medicine must be in the original container and be presented by a parent to the school nurse for safe keeping and scheduled administration. The container should be labelled with the following:

• Name of student
• Name of medication
• Directions for use
• Name of physician
• Name and address of pharmacy
• Date of prescription

The district uses the ParentVUE online portal to give parents to access information about their student's attendance, assignments and grades. ParentVUE allows parents to quickly and easily update their family contact information, which is vital in order to maintain strong home-to-school connections. 

Keeping students emotionally and physically safe at school is our number one priority. All students have the right to learn in an orderly environment that is free of disruption. We understand that from time to time, students may need additional practice meeting these expectations. We are trying to teach students academic and behavioral skills they will be using in the real world that will help them be successful adolescents and adults. Our staff will work closely with parents to ensure students learn to be responsible citizens and develop strategies for resolving conflicts

We provide breakfast for all students free of charge.

Lunch fees can depend on family income. Complete the Free and Reduced Meal Application annually to qualify for free lunch and adjustments to school fees. 

The district uses an app called School Cafe to allow families to see menus.

The district uses LINQ Connect to pay for meals.

For special dietary restrictions, please contact the school nurse. 

Closed lunch is in effect during the lunch period for freshmen and sophomores. Any freshman or sophomore caught off campus and/or outside of his/her designated area (which includes parking lots) during this time will be subject to disciplinary action taken by the academy administrator. Subsequent offenses will be dealt with appropriate disciplinary actions (i.e., parent contact, detention, ISSR and suspension). Upperclassmen caught aiding and abetting underclassmen leaving school grounds during lunch will be subject to administrative disciplinary action as well.

 

Students will not be allowed on the 2nd and 3rd floor during lunch unless for a club meeting or teacher request. Students who need to go to the 2^nd or 3^rd floors during lunch will need a pre- signed pass from the club sponsor/teacher. Students will be allowed in the designated areas only on the 1st floor and outside.

 

Students must show respect and dignity for all staff members in order to maintain a positive educational environment. Offenses of this nature may result in restorative conferences up to out of school suspension. Repeated offenses may result in suspension and/or disciplinary hearing.

CELL PHONES, ELECTRONIC DEVICES BOE Policy 1464: Pupil Behavior - Regulations Administrative Implemental Procedures, No. 14: High Schools: While in the school building, students may use Personal Electronic Devices before and after school, during passing periods, and at lunch. At all other times, these devices may not be used unless permission is granted by an administrator. Visible and noticeable electronic devices may be addressed by a staff member during any unauthorized time and may be held in the designated administrative office for one school day. Bluetooth speakers and other devices that play music out loud are not to be used at any time inside the building. Students using personal electronic devices to record and/or distribute disruptive, violent, or inappropriate behavior is prohibited.

If the student engages in a verbal confrontation with a staff member and/or refuses to give his/her electronic device as requested by a staff member, it becomes a defiance issue and the student will be subject to disciplinary action. Any student who becomes hostile, combative, or abusive to a
staff member will be dealt with appropriately. Defiance with the cell phone, electronic devices policy could result in a one to five day suspension.

 

USD 259 NON-STANDARD DRESS CODE

ADMINISTRATIVE IMPLEMENTAL PROCEDURES

1.    Purpose

a.     The purpose of the USD 259 Student Dress Code Procedure is to maintain a positive school climate, uphold standards of respect and safety, and support effective teaching and learning.

2.    Responsibilities and Rationale

a.     School Responsibilities:

i.     Foster academic achievement by minimizing disruptions and promoting a serious attitude towards learning.

ii.     Maintain a safe orderly learning environment by setting clear standards for attire.

iii.     Promote community standards and positive behaviors among students, staff, and families.

iv.     Ensure fairness and equality for all students, without discrimination based on race, national origin, religion, disability or sex.

b.    Student Responsibilities:

i.     Select attire and personal appearance that respects the educational setting and peers.

ii.     Manage personal grooming and attire to align with the principles of this dress code.

iii.     Maintain personal hygiene in a way that is safe, healthy, respectful, and supports the educational environment.

c.     Staff Responsibilities:

i.     Identify violations of this policy visually and uniformly, without physical measurement or contact.

ii.     Approach students respectfully regarding dress code compliance.

iii.     Ensure consistent and fair application of the dress code policy.

iv.     Remain aware of the district’s guidance on attire associated with gang affiliation, if any, to enforce this policy effectively.

d.    Administrative Responsibilities:

i.     Conduct diligent reviews of reported dress code violations.

ii.     Guide students in making appropriate attire choices.

iii.     Implement fair consequences for dress infractions, pursuant to the Student Code of Conduct.

iv.     Ensure consistent application of the dress code across all activities.

 

v.     Maintain awareness of attire linked to potential safety concerns.

vi.     Establish clear guidelines for uniforms in sports and extracurricular activities.

e.     Exceptions:

i.     Principals may grant dress code exceptions as described in P1474 – Standardized Dress Codes.

3.    Dress Code Criteria

a.     Appearance, Language on Clothing, Symbols, Tattoos, and Messages:

i.     Any items worn (including socks, belts, jewelry, and hats) in schools must not show, reference, cause or infer:

1.    Profanity, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, firearms, or weapons.

2.    Violence, abuse, or suggestive and/or sexual messages.

3.    Language, logos, or symbols on attire that promote hatred.

4.    A disruption of the school learning environment.

5.    Relationship or affiliation with gangs.

b.    Head Coverings and Related Items:

i.     Head coverings and related items:

1.    Must not conceal identity such as face masks, ski masks, balaclavas, or hoods/stocking caps which cover the ear.

2.    Exceptions shall be recognized in order to accommodate disabilities, medical conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs, as provided more fully in P1474, regarding standard dress codes.

3.    This restriction does not include items that are designed for hair maintenance.

ii.     Hats

1.    For elementary students, hats will be restricted to prevent disruptions, maintain focus in the classroom, and avoid hindering the development of essential classroom, and avoid hindering the development of essential classroom behavior and routines.

2.    For secondary students, hats will be allowed to support personal expression and comfort, reflecting their greater maturity. However, hats must not create disruptions or safety risks.

a.     Visibility: The hat must not obscure the student’s face, ensuring clear identification by staff and security.

b.    Safety: The hat must not create hazards, such by as obstructing visibility.

c.     Non-Disruptive: The hat should not disrupt classroom activities.

c.     Tops:

i.     All tops must:

1.    Cover the majority of the back and shoulders.

2.    Cover the midriff and back when sitting or standing.

3.    Be of sufficient thickness to prevent visibility of undergarments.

4.    Provide coverage of personal areas.

 

5.    Completely cover undergarments.

d.    Bottoms:

i.     All bottoms must:

1.    Cover undergarments at all times.

2.    Be of a safe and appropriate length (cannot drag on the floor or expose the upper thigh).

3.    Be worn no lower than the natural waistline.

4.    Provide coverage for personal areas.

e.     Outerwear:

i.     Students should not wear articles of attire that are disruptive to classroom learning environments or present safety concerns.

f.      Footwear

i.     Footwear worn in school must:

1.    Be worn at all times.

2.    Fit securely enough to the foot for safe movement.

3.    Have a hard or rubber sole.

4.    Not have such a high heel as to cause concern for safe movement throughout the school.

g.    Jewelry, Piercings, Colognes, Perfumes, and Accessories:

i.     Jewelry, piercings, colognes, perfumes, and accessories worn in schools must:

1.    Not have an overwhelming fragrance.

2.    Have no parts that may serve as a weapon.

h.    Additional Statements:

i.     Non-discrimination: The standardized dress regulations shall not include any requirements or be enforced in a manner that discriminates against a student on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability or sex, or which otherwise violates the policies cited above.

ii.     Consistent Standards: This policy shall be applied and enforced consistently and uniformly.

iii.     Code of Conduct: Staff shall refer to the Code of Conduct for guidance in responding to violations of this policy, including non-compliance with staff direction and repeated violations.

iv.     Offer of Compliant Clothing: Staff shall be required to offer students compliant clothing if a student is not wearing clothes that satisfy the dress code. Each school shall maintain a store of compliant items of clothing to offer to students who come to school wearing non-compliant dress.

I.D.

Non –negotiable: Students must display the school photo ID on a lanyard upon entry. If students choose to use a clip it must be clipped on the front below the top of the shoulders and midpoint of the chest. (Safety Issue)

 

 

Any student who does not wear a school I.D. card will report to their academy to obtain an I.D. Students who do not have a school I.D. card must report to their academy. An I.D. can be purchased from the bookkeeper, A105, or the student can have their I.D. card brought to them by a parent. Students must produce their I.D. when it is requested by any staff member.

 

Field Trips

Experiences outside the classroom (Field Trips) should include only activities that contribute significantly to the educational enrichment of the pupil. Grade checks will determine your eligibility to attend. Students not eligible will be provided with an alternative assignment. Eligibility- Students must be passing 5 core/elective classes (does not include advocacy or Teacher Assistant.) There will be no field trips in May.

 

College Trips

Students with any failing grade is a core or elective class will not be permitted to attend. (This includes AVID, CCC, GEAR UP, JAG, or Pando College t

Visitors

North High School does not permit students to bring visitors during the school day. Recent attendees and/or graduates who wish to return to campus to visit must do so at a time when students are not present and school activities are not in session. All non-students, parents, alumni, and community members must check in at the front desk.

Since high school courses are arranged to meet the educational needs of our students, regular attendance is a requirement. Much of the value of any course is obtained by participation in the numerous activities that take place in the classroom. Students benefit from their classes and need to attend them daily in order to share in class discussions, demonstrations, direction for assignments, multimedia experiences, continuity of course work, group activities, lectures, and presentations of other students' work. The following policies are designed to help students realize the maximum benefit from their classes at North High.

Attendance Procedures/Reporting Absences

1. Students are to be in daily attendance in each course taken (BOE Policy P4160). Students should understand that any absence, whatever the reason, could affect their grade. Teachers may grade students for daily classroom participation.

2. It is the responsibility of the parents or guardians to notify the school within 72 hours of the absence and its cause. (BOE Policy P5100) All absences will be considered unexcused if parents/guardians do not notify the school.

3. Students who are gone for less than the entire day: When leaving school, students must check in and check out of their academy office. Parents and/or legal guardians are required to come into the office to verify the validity of excuse.

Absence classifications. The following are considered excused absences:

Personal illness or illness in the family demanding the student stay at home. If you are ill more than three (3) days you must have a doctor’s note in order for the absences to be excused.

Death in the family or death of a relative.

Medical or dental treatment, examination or recuperation.

Absence because of a religious holiday.

Approval by school authorities prior to the absence.

Circumstances or conditions which, in the opinion of administration, would not make it reasonable to expect the pupil to benefit from an educational experience.

Parents do not have the authority to excuse any other absences.

4. An “excused” absence entitles the pupil to make up the work and receive credit for the make-up work. Students who are absent excessively should be aware credit might not be granted for the course. (BOE P1472 Pupil Make-Up Work)

5. An “unexcused/truant” absence, this includes any absence which does not meet the categories outlined under an “excused absence” i.e. oversleeping, work, transportation issues, predetermined absence with parent permission but not obtained prior to the absence, or other absences of choice by the student. Repeated truancies will result in disciplinary action such as detention, in-school suspension, parent conference, referral to the District Attorney’s office and withdrawal from school.

        3, 5, 7 Rule: Inexcusably absent for a substantial part of a school day on either three (3) consecutive school days, or five (5) school days in any semester or seven (7) school days in any school year, whichever of the aforementioned occurs first. A student’s attendance pattern must meet this rule before he/she can be reported to the Office of SRS or to Office of the District Attorney.

6. Pre-arranged absences - When you know you will be absent a number of days, you should:

a.      Have a note or have a parent call the appropriate academy office. Please state the

reason and the number of days for the absence.

b.     Obtain a “Request to be Absent” form from your academy office. Have all your

teachers and appropriate administrator sign it. Obtain instructions for making up work

from your teachers.

c.      Return the completed form to your academy office. If you have any questions or

concerns, see your administrator.

d.     We will only allow 3 consecutive days of principal approved absences.

7. Seniors may request up to 3 school-related absences for college visits. Verification from the college is required.

8. Working Students-Students should not accept employment that interferes with the school day. This is to make it possible to carry out activities and or detentions, when necessary, without interference. Students who are enrolled in school sponsored work programs are permitted to be employed during the school day. However, employers should be informed that if the students need to stay after school to serve detention consequences they will be expected to do so.

We, the teachers of North High, want our students to be prepared for college and the world. We want students to be intellectually curious and to learn to think deeply. We want them to be ethical in all walks of life. We want them to understand the importance of academic honesty and the exact parameters of academic dishonesty. This policy is designed to encourage academic honesty by spelling out these parameters and the resulting consequences.

It is a student’s right and responsibility to behave ethically, to not cheat. It is also a student’s right to appeal. See Board Policy #1464, Pupil Behavior. In the case of concurrent credit, the student may also be subject to the policies of the university.

Definitions

Cheating on Examinations/Tests/Assessments

• copying and sharing exam items and/or answers, by electronic or other means

•  any other behavior designed to gain an unfair advantage

 

Cheating on any other assignment is also academic dishonesty.

• duplication of others work—to copy the work of another student to use as an assignment

• sharing answers on homework when not expressly allowed

• allowing work to be duplicated—Intentionally allowing another student to duplicate work is also a form of academic dishonesty.

 

Plagiarism

According to the Merriam Webster online dictionary, to Plagiarize is:

• to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own

• to use (another's production) without crediting the source

• to commit literary theft

• to present as new and original an idea or product derived from an existing source

 

Plagiarism involves both using someone’s work and lying by calling it your own.

Misuse of Sources: This is a sometimes unintentional form of plagiarism in which a student does not adequately give credit for sources. It can be caused by lack of understanding of the formal requirements of citation.

Consequences of Academic Dishonesty Behavior		Consequence
1	Cheating on daily work/homework—1st offense		Student may receive 0 on the assignment, at teacher’s discretion and based on professional judgment. Teacher will contact parent.
2	Cheating on daily work/homework—2nd offense Cheating on test or major assignment		Student may receive 0 on the assignment, at teacher’s discretion. Teacher will contact parent, and administration will be notified.
3	Repeat offense of any type		Student may receive 0 on the assignment, at teacher’s discretion. Teacher will contact parent, and administration will be notified. Student, Parent, Teacher and Administrator conference. Administrative Consequence(s)
4	Further repeat offense of any type		Administrative Consequence(s)

 

Transcripts

A permanent academic record is maintained on every student. Transcript reviews will be conducted during advocacy from time to time. To obtain an unofficial transcript at any time, visit the College & Career Center or registrar. For an official transcript, use www.parchment.com or visit the bookkeeper.

Determining Grade Placement

High school pupils are classified by cohort consistent with Federal Guidelines regarding high school graduation rate. The cohort is determined by the student’s 9th grade entry date. The cohort is promoted to the next grade level each subsequent year, as follows:

 

Freshman (9th grade) – 1st year cohort                    Junior (11th grade) – 3rd year cohort Sophomore (10th grade) – 2nd year cohort                                                        Senior (12th grade) – 4th year cohort

 

Students cannot repeat grades; students are never “held back”. If a student fails a class, in most cases he/she must make that class up in summer school or in the learning center.

Learning Center

The North Learning Center provides a non-traditional environment that enables students to complete graduation requirements by retaking selected classes previously failed. The Learning Center is open to Seniors and select underclassman during the school day and all students after school. The Learning Center rules are:

 

1.    Students are not allowed to repeat a failed class during the same semester that the failure occurred.

2.    All enrollment for Learning center is handled by your academy counselor/ administrator.

3.      All North High School rules apply to all LC students.

4.    Students may enroll and must complete one course at a time in Learning Center. Seniors will have priority enrollment during the school day.

5.    Students must attend class.

6.    If lack of progress or attendance, class will be locked out until a conference with administrator is held.

The College & Career Center (CCC), located in Room D102G, is dedicated to helping students prepare for life after high school. It is a place where students can explore career options, prepare and register for the ACT, learn about the many different types of colleges, understand financial aid and how to pay for college, locate scholarships, apprenticeship programs, and more.

 

More information regarding the CCC can be found on the internet at https://wichitanorthhs.org/academics/college-and-career-center

 

 

 

The Kansas Board of Regents

 

The Kansas Board of Regents is the governing board of the state’s six universities and the statewide coordinating board for the state’s 32 public higher education institutions (six state universities, one municipal university, nineteen community colleges, and six technical colleges).

In addition, the Board administers the state’s student financial aid, adult education, high school equivalency, and career and technical education programs.

The Kansas Board of Regents, in consultation with the Kansas State Department of Education, using the Kansas Course Code system, has identified secondary courses that meet precollege curriculum requirements. Approved courses are listed by subject area: English, Math, Natural Science, Social Science and electives.

The Kansas State Scholarship is designed to assist financially needy students in the top 20- 40% of Kansas high school graduates who are designated as state scholars during the senior year of high school. Completion of the Kansas Scholars Curriculum is one component of the scholarship requirements.

*More information regarding the Kansas Qualified Admissions and the Kansas Scholars Program can be found on the internet at kansasregents.org

Academic Awards, Recognition Opportunities, and Rigorous Course Information

Academic Letter:

Full-time students who have maintained a 3.5 or better GPA (not counting 9000 courses) at North for two consecutive semesters are eligible to receive an academic letter.

 

AVID Honors:

AVID students who exemplify their own Advancement Via Individual Determination will be eligible to graduate with distinction and to wear a special honor cord at graduation. Some of the requirements AVID students must meet to be eligible include: maintain a high GPA, take leadership roles in the building, serve the community, promote AVID, complete standardized tests, and be accepted by a four year college or university.

 

Honor Roll and Honorable Mention:

At the end of each semester grading period a list is published of all students whose grade point average is greater than 3.49. Those students will be recognized as Honor Roll students and students who maintain a greater than 2.99 grade point average and less than 3.50 will be recognized as Honorable Mention.

 

National Honor Society:

To be admitted into membership in the National Honor Society, an individual must be a full-time student classified as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. They must also have current or past enrollment in honors or Advanced Placement courses with a minimum grade of a C, have completed 25 hours of community service in approved service opportunities, submit a completed faculty recommendation form, and have NHS Faculty Council approval. Those students deemed academically eligible will receive further information on the selection process.

Continued membership in National Honor Society requires that students maintain the standards of scholarship, leadership, character, and service as outlined in the chapter bylaws. Members must maintain a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA, enrollment in honors or Advanced Placement courses, and community service.

 

Students in specific disciplines have the opportunity to participate in special honor societies, including ART, Chinese, Spanish, National Forensic League (forensics and debate), Thespians (drama), and Quill and Scroll (journalism).

 

Open Access to Rigorous Curriculum

All students who wish to accept the challenge of AP or Pre-AP (honors level) courses are encouraged to enroll in these classes. Students and parents should be aware of the rigor in these courses so that they can make informed decisions regarding course selection. It is our philosophy at Wichita High School North to allow open access to these demanding courses to any student. This philosophy can be seen in action in the absence of prerequisites, application process or teacher approval requirements for AP classes. In addition, Counselors use the ACT Plan/Explore data as well as the AP potential report to recruit those with ability to consider AP and Pre-AP classes. If a student elects an AP or Pre-AP course on his or her enrollment form, the student will NOT be permitted to drop the course.

Wichita Public Schools Mid-term and Early Graduates District-Wide Expectations

Mid-term graduate: A student graduating at the conclusion of seven (7) semesters. Requirements:

·       Must declare enrollment of junior year (process to be determined by school) and align with Individual Plan of Study

·       Principals' discretion in August

·       Must have sufficient credits

·       Submit a written plan to be considered by Principal

o   Plan must include:

1.  Coursework for seventh semester

2.  Copy of students Xello profile (IPS document)

3.  Letter of intent from student; reason for the request to be mid-term graduate

·       Both English courses taken in seventh semester

o   Must be Qualified Admission courses and cannot be taken in Learning Center. Examples: AP Lit., College Prep English, English Lit, and World Lit.

·       ACT or WORKKEYS

·       State Assessment Proficiency

·       Only exception is for special education students per IEP

 

Early graduate: A student graduating at the conclusion of six (6) semesters. Requirements:

·       Must declare during enrollment of sophomore year (process to be determined by school) and align with Individual Plan of Study

·       Must have sufficient credits

·       Submit a written plan to be approved by the Principal

o   Plan must include:

1.  Coursework for seventh semester

2.  Copy of students Xello profile (IPS document)

3.  Letter of intent from student; reason for the request to be an early graduate

·       Both English courses taken in seventh semester

o   Must be Qualified Admission courses and cannot be taken in Learning Center. Examples: AP Lit., College Prep English, English Lit, and World Lit.

·       Must complete Board of Regents Curriculum

o   Maintain a 2.0 GPA

o   Completion of Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

o   All English courses must be Qualified Admissions approved

o   Completion of Chemistry or Physics

·       Take ACT or WORKKEYS

·       State Assessment Proficiency

·       Only exception is for special education students per IEP

Destruction of school property

If you steal, maliciously destroy, or deface property, you will be expected to pay for the damage as part of the penalty for such action. Malicious destruction cases will be referred to the police under the Kansas School Law.

Drugs and alcohol

The use, possession, transfer of, or being under the influence of narcotics, depressants, stimulants, alcohol (including beer) or hallucinogens of any type anywhere on campus or at any school sponsored activity, whether within the school district or out of town, is prohibited. Refer to P1465 for disciplinary consequences.

Failure to serve a detention

Failure to serve a detention will result in further disciplinary action. Students will not be allowed to attend or participate in extracurricular activities (including Prom) with unserved detentions and

/or lunch suspensions.

Fighting

Fighting will not be permitted on any school grounds, on school buses, or at school-sponsored activities. Violations will result in suspension and/or hearing of students involved, as well as, contact with Wichita Police Department may be made for legal ramifications. Fights which occur during, before, or after the school day and within close proximity of the campus will be dealt with in a similar manner. Those participating in the fight, as well as any whose actions are found to be instigating or inciting the fight will be subject to disciplinary action.

 

Gross misbehavior

Extortion, gambling, exploding of fireworks, causing a false fire alarm, carrying or using weapons, drugs, or alcoholic beverages will be considered acts of gross misbehavior. The proper civil authority will be notified. Metal detectors or police search dogs may be used. Suspension or hearing as well as possible criminal proceedings may result.

Homework Policy

Students are expected to work during class and to do homework when assigned. Homework at North High School is assigned as practice or reinforcement of existing concepts and standards. It is not assigned to introduce new concepts or learning but may include “pre-exposure” such as reading a new chapter or familiarizing yourself with new charts or diagrams. There is no set amount of time per grade level or course and there is no schedule of homework assignment by department. The amount of homework assigned is determined by the classroom teacher. Expectations are communicated through course syllabi, student agendas, parent/teacher conferences, and teacher contact with parents through phone calls and written notes.

We expect all students to be provided by their teachers the necessary resources to complete assigned homework. These resources include, but are not limited to: textbooks, handouts, teacher lecture, library resources (i.e. books, periodicals, computer and internet access), and other classroom materials.

 

Students can expect thirty minutes of homework per class which could be approximately two hours of work per night. More time spent on homework might be necessary if students have procrastinated or have absences.

 

Teachers will determine the impact homework will have on grades by clearly explaining the amount of points or weight assignments carry. Make-up of assigned homework will comply with the same rules as class work in regard to Excused and Un-Excused work.

 

Student or parents who wish to discuss issues regarding homework should contact the individual course instructors. If resolution to questions or problems is not achieved, students and parents are advised to contact the academy assistant principal. After working with the assistant principal and instructor, and there still remains issues, the student and/or parent should contact the head principal.

In-School Suspension Room (ISSR) Classroom Expectations

·       Cell phones will be turned in at the beginning of the day and returned at the end of the day. You will be allowed one ‘Tech Break’ during lunch where you will be allowed to use your phone.

·       Students are expected to be engaged in the homework provided and other activities. Tutors are available for assistance if needed.

·       Community Service volunteer opportunities will be allowed as part of your time in ISS.

·       Participation in Restorative Circles and Reflections are encouraged and essential in order for students to return to the regular classroom.

Violation of rules and regulations will subsequently result in further administrative action.

Inappropriate displays of affection

Excessive display of affection is inappropriate in the school environment. Students are to refrain from kissing, intimate embraces, and sitting upon one another’s laps in the school and on school grounds. Repeated offenses will result in disciplinary action.

Overt/Covert behavior

Students may not overtly or covertly express any behavior that tends to disrupt the educational climate or the normal operation of the school. Any behaviors displayed that promote gang affiliation will result in administrative actions. This includes gang signs, handshakes, graffiti in lockers, planners, and/or personal belongings. If the wearing of certain clothing or colors becomes an issue, those students may have a more restrictive dress code requirement.

Profane, vulgar, or suggestive language

Profane or suggestive language on school property or at any school function is prohibited. Message t-shirts or other written expressions that are profane or suggestive will not be displayed. Profanity or vulgarity directed at teachers or students will result in disciplinary actions up to and including suspension.

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment will not be tolerated in USD 259. P1115, Sexual Harassment of Employees and P1116, Sexual Harassment of Pupils define the policy guidelines regarding inappropriate behavior and possible consequences. The establishment of a productive learning and working environment is essential at North High School. This environment must be free of intimidating, hostile or offensive behavior linked to any type of sexual harassment. Refer to P1115 and P1116 in the Appendix.

At the beginning of the year, all students will go over school expectations and sexual harassment guidelines and consequences which will include sexual harassment brochures and handouts being distributed. Each class will have been told that sexual harassment amongst staff and/or students will not be tolerated at North High School.

 

Any complaint of sexual harassment will be investigated and severe consequences will be taken. All faculty and staff at North High will have an in-service on sexual harassment amongst staff to staff, staff to student, and student to staff before school starts which will include sexual harassment brochures and handouts being distributed to all staff members.

 

Smoking/Vape and tobacco products

Pupils are not permitted to be in possession of tobacco products or to smoke or use tobacco products (including electronic cigarettes) on the school campus, which includes the parking lots, and Rochester Street. This rule is in effect before school, during the school day, after school, and while attending school activities. Students participating in school activities and wearing school

 

uniforms on or off campus are not permitted to use tobacco products. Violations will result disciplinary consequences, fines/tickets, as well as referral to Wichita Police Department.

Social Media

The use of social media will be limited to outside of school only. Students responsible for inappropriate material placed on social networks at any time will face administrative consequences if the material is deemed to have created a disruption to learning and/or the general purpose and welfare of the school, up to and including expulsion from USD 259. In addition to violating school policy, students must be aware that posting inappropriate material may subject them to criminal and civil penalties.

Student Safety and Victims' Rights

Wichita North High School’s priority is the individual personal safety of each student and staff member. North High School will not tolerate bullying, (including electronic, social networking, and texting), hazing, threats (verbal, non-verbal) physical assaults, harassment or any acts that threaten or endanger a student or staff member. Assault and/or battery and intimidation are unlawful behaviors as well as in violation of school rules. Students are not to retaliate with similar behavior. Students must report any such behavior to any staff member. Staff members will follow the procedure listed below if a student makes a report to them.

1.  Accept the student’s report of violence.

2.  Offer the student first aid and provide privacy and emotional support.

3.  Notify the administrator immediately.

4.  Assist the student in identifying the perpetrators.

5.   Assure the students of confidentiality and protection from retribution to the fullest extent possible.

Walkouts

Pupil walkouts, boycotts or any other unauthorized holidays will not be permitted or recognized. Any such activities are in violation of published BOE policy and KSHSAA regulations. Students who participate in such actions may be subject to disciplinary action

Student Code of Conduct

 

Being prepared to meet the demands of the adult world, its challenges and its problems, is the basis for a high school education. Foremost among these challenges is respect for the rights and property of each individual. As a North High School student, you are expected to have self- discipline and respect the rights of all other individuals with whom you associate. All students will have the responsibility to see that their conduct reflects reverence to their school, the staff, and themselves.

Teachers have been requested to be alert for any student activities that are in violation of good student conduct. Students should understand that any school staff member has the authority to correct misconduct at any time. The authority, responsibility, and accountability to ensure appropriate pupil behavior in the classroom and on school campus are granted to each teacher (P5112) (See Board Policies Section)

 

By following the North High Code and using common sense it is believed that all appropriate behavior guidelines will allow you to be successful as a North High Student.

CHAMPS

 

CHAMPS is a quick and easy way for you to determine the appropriate behaviors for various school settings such as the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, etc. Each letter in CHAMPS stands for a different behavior expectation:

 

Conversation                              –How to communicate appropriately with others.

Help                                           –How you or who you should ask for help.

Activity                                       –What you will be doing.

Movement                                  – If you are able to move during the activity.

Participation                              – How to demonstrate that you are actively participating.

Success                                      – How to know you have been successful.

 

Be sure to check these expectations regularly, they can change from class to class and for different activities. School-wide CHAMPS expectations can be found on the next page.

 

Conversation Levels

In addition to CHAMPS, please be aware of the following conversation levels. These levels will help you determine appropriate volume levels while talking.

4=Outside Voice

Example: Cheering at a Football Game

3=Presentation Voice

Examples: Giving a report, teaching a class

2=Conversation

Example: 2-3 students walking down the hall, four students working in a cooperative group.

 

1=Partner Voice/Whisper

Example: Asking your partner a question during work time in which conversation is allowed.

 

0=No talking

 

 

 

 

 

Aligned Academic Honesty Policy

We, the teachers of North High want our students to be prepared for college and the world. We want students to be intellectually curious and to learn to think deeply. We want them to be ethical in all walks of life. We want them to understand the importance of academic honesty and the exact parameters of academic dishonesty. This policy is designed to encourage academic honesty by spelling out these parameters and the resulting consequences.

It is a student’s right and responsibility to behave ethically, to not cheat. It is also a student’s right to appeal. See Board Policy #1464, Pupil Behavior. In the case of concurrent credit, the student may also be subject to the policies of the university.

Definitions

Cheating on Examinations/Tests/Assessments

·         copying and sharing exam items and/or answers, by electronic or other means

·         any other behavior designed to gain an unfair advantage Cheating on any other assignment is also academic dishonesty.

·         duplication of others work—to copy the work of another student to use as an assignment

·         sharing answers on homework when not expressly allowed

·         allowing work to be duplicated—Intentionally allowing another student to duplicate work is also a form of academic dishonesty.

Plagiarism

According to the Merriam Webster online dictionary, to Plagiarize is:

·         to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own

·         to use (another's production) without crediting the source

·         to commit literary theft

·         to present as new and original an idea or product derived from an existing source Plagiarism involves both using someone’s work and lying by calling it your own.

Misuse of Sources: This is a sometimes unintentional form of plagiarism in which a student does not adequately give credit for sources. It can be caused by lack of understanding of the formal requirements of citation.

Consequences of Academic Dishonesty

	Behavior	Consequence
1	Cheating on daily work/homework—1st offense	Student may receive 0 on the assignment, at teacher’s discretion and based on professional judgment. Teacher will contact parent.
2	Cheating on daily work/homework—2nd offense Cheating on test or major assignment	Student may receive 0 on the assignment, at teacher’s discretion. Teacher will contact parent, and administration will be notified.
3	Repeat offense of any type	Student may receive 0 on the assignment, at teacher’s discretion. Teacher will contact parent, and administration will be notified. Student, Parent, Teacher and Administrator conference. Administrative Consequence(s)
4	Further repeat offense of any type	Administrative Consequence(s)

Students are to park bikes in the bike racks located around the school grounds. They should be locked to prevent theft. Students should place skateboards in lockers upon arrival at school. There will be no bike riding, skateboarding, or roller-skating on campus. Upon arrival to school sidewalks, students are to walk bikes and carry skateboards and roller-skate. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.

Bullying will not be tolerated at North. BOE P1464 defines the policy guidelines regarding inappropriate behavior and possible consequences. Bullying occurs in all forms including, but not limited to, appearance, status with a peer group (social power), intellectual, socio-economic, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, etc. Bullying in any form is prohibited on school property, in a school vehicle, or at a school sponsored activity or event. In addition, bullying is prohibited while utilizing school property. Bullying includes Cyberbullying. In compliance with

K.S.A. 72-6147 and amendments thereto, the Board developed and adopted a plan that addresses bullying. In addition to disciplinary action described in BOE Policy P5113 - Suspension and/or Expulsion of Students, students who violate the bullying prohibition may be reported to local law

 

enforcement, if appropriate Suspension and/or Expulsion of Students, students who violate the bullying prohibition may be reported to local law enforcement, if appropriate. This AIP 2 of this policy and the Bullying Plan shall be reviewed by the Board on a yearly basis.

 

 

Advocacy (Attendance in Advocacy is Required)

Advocacy class connects each student to a teacher to help monitor their progress as they prepare for graduation and support them as they make decisions about their future after high school.

 

Closed Advocacy (Monday and Thursday) will include required lessons and tasks.

Open Advocacy (Tuesday and Friday) provides time for students to study or visit another teacher.

During Closed Advocacy days, students will have assigned tasks to complete. Some of these tasks include reviewing information regarding school operations and expectations, completing a weekly grade check, preparing for and taking assessments, completing digital citizenship lessons, and working on their Individual Plan of Study (IPOS) requirements using Xello.

Xello guides students as they develop a digital portfolio of their education (called their IPOS). The activities assigned include exploring careers, colleges, and majors; documenting activities and work experiences completing grade-level lessons; selecting courses for enrollment; writing a resume; and applying for colleges, scholarships, and jobs. Completion of IPOS an is a state, district, and building requirement.

 

Open Advocacy days enable students time to study or to visit another teacher for assistance or to complete work. To visit another teacher, the student must obtain a pre-signed pass in their agenda from the teacher they wish to visit. Students will first report on time to their advocacy class for attendance and to show the pre-signed pass. A travel bell will ring for students to visit other teachers. Students will remain in their classroom until the 3:10 bell rings.

 

The open advocacy schedule is as follows:

2:31-2:34 – Attendance/Sign-Out Log 2:34-2:39 – Pass to help session

2:39-3:10 – Help session

(Students must remain in help session classroom until 3:10 pm)

 

Advocacy Attendance: Students are expected to attend advocacy every day and to make up work from absences just as with any other class.

Advocacy Grades: Advocacy will be graded as pass/fail using USD 259’s adopted Employability Scales including work habits, social development, personal development, and character development. More information will be included in the course syllabus.

 

Meals are served two times during the school day: 7:30 - 7:55 a.m. (breakfast) and during the scheduled lunch periods. Students must remember their I.D. card is their lunch card and there will be no “charging” of meals. You must have your lunch card or cash to purchase a lunch. Students

 

on free and /or reduced meal plans must have their student ID card to receive the discount. Second chance breakfast is served at several locations throughout the school after the first class period of the day. Serving ends 2 minutes before the passing period ends.

 

Final Exam Guidelines (North High does not approve early Final requests)

Assessments provide learning opportunities for students. As we seek to equip students for success at the post-secondary level, we believe final exams are appropriate for all students. These assessments should reflect demonstration of learning from the course. To that end, a final exam may be a project, paper, or more traditional test which allows the student to synthesize learning from the course. Final exams should comprise 5-10% of the final grade.

All comprehensive high schools shall designate a period of time for final exams which allow students an adequate opportunity to demonstrate learning from the semester. Participation in final exams is not something which a student may opt out nor gain an exemption. Teachers should communicate final exam expectations via syllabus and communication throughout the semester. North High does not approve early finals requests.

Final exam schedules will be developed at the building level with the expectation that adequate time will be provided for students to prepare for and demonstrate learning through this end of semester assessment. All students will take finals in the school designated time during first semester. All students, with the exception of seniors and those completing an Advanced Placement exam, will take finals in the spring semester. Seniors will take finals prior to the graduation ceremony according to the seniors’ finals schedule.

Grade Cards & Progress Reports

Grade cards are issued for each nine-week per parent request; however, only semester grades are recorded on your transcript. The nine-week grade is referred to as “mid-term” grades and is an indication of your progress at that point. Parents/students are encouraged to use Parent VUE/Student VUE to monitor grades and attendance. If parents/guardian desire additional reports, please contact your respective Academy Counselor.

Guidance and Counseling

Counselors help students in many ways. If you are a new student, a counselor will help you choose classes or straighten out a schedule conflict. If you have problems at school or at home, the counselors are here to help.

You will want to use the college catalogue and career information available in the counselor's office and/or our College Career Center (CCC) located in the library. Counselors will be available to talk to you about your plans for your life after North High School. This is particularly important if you are interested in financial aid or scholarships.

Mental Health Resources

The North High Support Staff are here to guide you through school. We can help you face challenges, tough classes, peer pressure, friendship problems, depression, anxiety and more.

We can also provide resources to support your mental health outside of school.

For more information regarding student resources and Social/Emotional Wellness at school as well as the North High Support Staff contact information, visit our Social/Emotional Resources page as well as the Wichita Public Schools mental health page, called Mental Health Matters.

North High Social/Emotional Resources Website: https://wichitanorthhs.org/academics/counseling-department/mental-health-resources

Wichita Public Schools Mental Health Matters Website: https://www.usd259.org/student- support-services/mental-health-matters/mental-health-matters

Health Services

The health room is located on the first floor, room A110. Our registered nurse is on duty there. If you wish to see the nurse for illness or other emergency, get a pass from your teacher or administrator. You will not be allowed in the health room without a pass.

Library Media Center

Hours: The library is open from 7:30 – 3:30 (Mon. – Fri.). Individual students may come with an individual pass and specific work, if there is space available.

 

·       Check Out: 2 books at a time for 2 weeks (unlimited re-checks). Fines are $.20 a day for overdue books. Please refer to http://library.wichitanorthhs.org to find: Destiny catalog of books, Gale databases, research/senior project resources, reading recommendations and other print/multimedia tools.

·       Library Printing: $.10 per b&w print & $.50 per color print

·       Library Quiet Zone- Tuesday and Thursday during lunch. Voice level 0-1 Whisper.

·       Failure to follow guidelines will result in loss of access to the library during lunch.

Lockers and locker combinations may be requested with security in A108 for interested students. Students may also sign up for their

lockers through their first two weeks of school. The school cannot accept responsibility for articles in lockers. It is your responsibility to keep your locker locked at all times. Lockers remain the property of the school and may be inspected at any time. The cost of removing any writing, graffiti or anything that defaces your lockers will be charged to the student assigned to the locker. Sharing of lockers is discouraged by the administration. You place yourself at risk of theft by giving your combination to anyone else.

Parking on North High’s property is a privilege. A STUDENT’S PRIVILEGE TO PARK IN PARKING LOTS MAY BE REVOKED per administration discretion for any student not complying with the parking lot rules or for any student with illegal conduct in the parking lot.

 

The STUDENT PARKING LOT is located on the east side of Rochester Street and expands over into the south side of the old Dillions lot. All students must park in the designated parking spaces only! The use of the Student Parking Lot requires each student to have a valid driver’s license/permit and to register their vehicle with North High security and properly display a North High parking decal. Parking decals can be purchased on a first come first serve basis during enrollment for $10 per year. Parking decals must be placed on the rear-view mirror.

Students must follow all published traffic and parking regulations, or tickets will be issued by North High and or the North High SRO.

The designated student parking stalls are well marked. You must park between the yellow lines only! Do not back into parking stalls. Areas marked by yellow striped lines indicate “NO Parking” areas which also include areas where signs are visible or curbs that are painted yellow.

 

STUDENTS ARE PROHIBITED FROM PARKING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS

STAFF PARKING LOTS are for staff only!!

 

 

Staff parking lot #1 is located off of 13^th Street in front of the cafeteria.

Staff parking lot #2 is located on Rochester, North of 14^th St across from the new gym. Staff parking lot #3 is located on both sides of Rochester from 13^th street to 14^th Street FRC parking East side of the old dillions and the North side of the old dillions.

Students will be ticketed ($5) for each parking violation and repeat offenders will have their parking privileges suspended or revoked, in addition to parents being notified.

DROP OFF/PICK UP AREAS ARE DESIGNATED FOR THE STUDENT LOT ONLY!! STUDENT LOT IS ACCESSIBLE FROM WACO AND 13^TH STREETS. This is

important for students’ safety, relieve traffic congestion on Rochester Street and to allow

school buses access to/from the 13^th Street lot. The 14^th Street Rochester gate will be closed to thru traffic from 8am- 3:00pm!

Visitor Parking and Handicap Parking are also off limits to students and will result in tickets.

 

Student Parking Lot speed limit is 10 MPH. Excessive speed and or careless driving is prohibited. Riding on vehicle hoods, rooftops or any other place not designated for passengers is also prohibited. Parking lots are not for loitering. If you do not have a class, you are expected to leave school property.

 

Bicycles must be placed in the bicycle cage and chained. The bicycle cage is located at the Statue Entrance off of 13^th Street. Motorcycles are to be parked in designated parking stalls in the student lot. Motorcycles are also to be registered with the North High Security and purchase a parking decal for ($10). North High Security will strive to protect your property and ask for your assistance by using the following common sense practices:

1.  Always lock your vehicle

2.  Never leave valuables and or packages in the passenger seat or in plain sight. Place valuable items in the trunk, console area, under seats or in the glove compartment. North High, nor USD259 are responsible for any damages incurred as a result of this parking site.

3.  In case of an accident, stop and exchange information with the other driver, including name/phone number/insurance information and take photographs of the damages of all vehicles involved. Report the accident to security immediately!

Any situation which warrants a refund may require a 24 hour notice. All refunds will be payable to a student’s parent or legal guardian. All refunds will be issued through the NHS bookkeeper

Per Board of Education Policy 1227, schedule change requests are to be discouraged except for valid educational reasons. During the spring of each year, the master schedule is determined by student needs and enrollment course selections. Student and teacher schedules are established for the entire school year. The schedule change procedure is designed to assure that students will start all their classes on the first day of the semester, increasing their chances for success.

Schedule change requests must be completed for first semester by the first day of school, and second semester by the last day of first semester.

 

Schedule change requests may occur for the following reasons:

·       Schedule does not have a course for every period of the day;

·       Duplication of course;

·       Class incorrectly sequenced or student does not meet prerequisite;

·       Student lacks a class needed for graduation;

·       Inappropriate skill level for class (teacher recommendation)

·       Individual Education Plan (IEP) service and setting needs.

 

Schedule change requests are NOT made for the following reasons:

·       Request withdraw from Advanced Placement Course(s) or honors course(s);

·       Preference for a different teacher, period or semester;

·       Preference to be with a family member or friend;

·       Change of mind about taking a course;

·       Student or Parent request.

Emergency Procedures

Sometimes during the year, it becomes necessary to take emergency measures because of severe weather or civil defense. Announcements may be made concerning evacuation or certain parts of the building.

 

Fire Drills: Will be held quarterly as required by Kansas law. Your teachers will inform you of proper exits and procedures. The procedures and exits are also posted in each room. ALL students and teachers are required to leave the building when the alarm is sounded.

Tornado Drills: Will be held as required by Kansas Law.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

The Wichita Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap/disability, age or religion. Persons having inquiries may contact the ADA and Section 504 coordinator at 973-4420.

Athletics/Activities

There are numerous clubs and athletic teams for both males and females. If you are interested in participating in fall, winter, or spring sports you can stop by the Activities Director's office in room H101 or call 973-6314.

Student Clubs

There are many clubs at North High School for students to join and participate. Announcements for club sign up will be announced in the first 9-weeks of school. All clubs must be approved by school administration.

Class Elections

Sophomores, junior and senior class elections are held in the spring of each year. Officers elected for each class are president, girl’s vice president and boy’s vice president. The election of freshman officers is conducted in the fall.

 

Dances

a.     You must have a current North I.D. to buy your ticket and you must bring your North ID and TICKET to enter any dance. No exceptions.

b.    NO TICKET SALES AT THE DOOR!

c.     You may bring a date who does not attend North. Your date must have a photo I.D, and if your date attends North, it must be a North ID. You must register your date when you buy your ticket(s) Your date must be in good standing with their school, and the person registered must be the person who attends the dance.

d.    Middle School students and Individuals over 21 years of age may not attend.

e.     We will not accept broken, defaced, or mutilated photo I.D.’s – replace all broken I.D.’s prior to the dance.

f.      Dances are drug/alcohol free events since they are a school function. Anyone under the influence or in possession of alcohol or drugs will be suspended and arrested.

g.    You must dress appropriately, no hats, head coverings, sunglasses, or glow sticks. Anyone dancing in a lewd and/or sexually suggestive manner will not be permitted to stay at the dance. Remember, this is a SCHOOL dance.

h.    Doors will be closed 1 hour prior to the end of the dance. No students will be admitted to a dance in the final hour.

Dance Royalty Qualifications:

a.      Nominated for only one dance royalty per year

b.    GPA 2.8 in previous semester

c.     Must be in good standing for semester (no unserved detention, no suspensions, good attendance, etc.)

d.    Must help in some way with the event.

 

e.     Involved in at least one extra-curricular activity during the current year.

f.      Tower royalty for the Waterfest does not follow dance qualifications because teachers nominate Tower Royalty.

Drama

Drama students present a variety of plays throughout the school year and are involved in the all- school musical. Tryouts for all-school productions are announced in the daily bulletin.

Music

Vocal and instrumental music are offered as classes at North. All of the various groups present concerts and may travel to competitions and performances outside of school. If you have ever played an instrument or if you enjoy singing, plan to enroll in music.

Publications

North is proud of our student publications. The newspaper, North Star, is published by the advanced journalism classes and available online. The Tower (yearbook) is prepared by the advanced yearbook classes and can be ordered by students and staff members. Yearbooks are distributed in September.

 

Spirit Squads

North High School has an outstanding reputation for its spirit and sportsmanship. These qualities are exemplified through its spirit groups: Dance Team, Cheerleaders, Color Guard (Flag Team), JROTC Color Guard and Drill Team.

 

Student Council

Students elect the members of the Student Council, which is composed of representatives from each class and the President and Vice-President of the Student Council. The editor of the school newspaper, if not an elected council member, is an ex-officio, non-voting member.

Sportsmanship

The Kansas State High School Activities Association’s Rule 52 deals with Citizenship and Sportsmanship of our students when they are involved in KSHSAA sponsored activities. The regulations listed below apply to both participants and spectators. It is important to know that violations of this policy may result in an individual being removed from contest at North High School being penalized in some way.

 

At North events:

·       Learn the rules of the game so you may understand and appreciate why certain situations occur.

·       Show respect for opposing players, coaches, support groups, and spectators.

·       Respect the integrity and judgement of game officials.

 

·       Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.

·       Be aware that contests are learning experiences for students and mistakes may be made. It is not acceptable to be critical of students /athletes on or off the athletic field.

·       Do not use cheers that downplay the opponent or that have profane or abusive language in them.

Admission to an interscholastic event is a privilege, and with that privilege comes responsibility- responsibility to conduct oneself in a manner where the game is enjoyable for the fans and participants.

All KSHSAA rules and regulations are published in the official KSHSAA Handbook which is distributed annually and is available at your school principal’s office. If you have any questions, ask your principal.

*All student spectators should be picked up from events no later than 30 minutes after the conclusion of the event. Violation of this rule will result in the student losing the privilege of attending North High School events.