The Pathfinder

Seminole Junior High School Indians & Maidens

2015-2016

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The Pathfinder

Seminole Junior High School

2015-2016 Daily Schedule

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Seminole Junior High School Daylan Sellers, Principal Bryan Ritchey Assistant Principal Valerie Jackson, Counselor 600 NW AVE J 432 758-9431 www.seminole.k12.tx.us

REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE 8:05 - 8:50 1st Period

8:55 - 9:15 Tutorials

9:20 – 10:05 2nd Period

10:10 - 10:55 3rd Period

11:00 - 11:45 4th Period / 6th Lunch

11:50 - 12:35 5th Period /7th Lunch

12:40 - 1:25 6th Period /8th Lunch

1:30 - 2:05 7th Period/ Foundations

2:10 - 2:55 8th Period

3:00 - 3:45 9th Period

Early Release Schedule

8:05 – 8:30 1st Period

8:35 – 8:45 Tutorials

8:50 – 9:15 2nd Period

9:20 – 9:45 3rd Period

9:50 –10:15 7th Period

10:20 – 10:45 8th Period

10:50 – 11:15 4th Period

11:20 – 11:45 5th Period

11:50 – 12:15 6th Period

12:20 – 12:45 9th Period

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION The Seminole Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or disability in providing services, activities, and programs, including vocational programs, in accordance with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Tests & Final Examinations Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 will be given final examinations on the last two days of the six weeks and semester.

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE 2015-2016

First Six Weeks SEPTEMBER 30 Science, Language Arts, LMS, IT, and AG OCTOBER 1 Math, Social Studies, Reading, Fine Arts, Physical Ed, Second Six Weeks NOVEMBER 4 Math, Social Studies, Reading, Fine Arts, Physical Ed, NOVEMBER 5 Science, Language Arts, LMS,IT, and AG Third Six Weeks DECEMBER 16 Science, Language Arts, LMS, IT, and AG DECEMBER 17 Math, Social Studies, Reading, Fine Arts, Physical Ed Fourth Six Weeks FEBRUARY 10 Math, Social Studies, Reading, Fine Arts, Physical Ed, FEBRUARY 11 Science, Language Arts, LMS,IT, and AG Fifth Six Weeks APRIL 6 Science, Language Arts, LMS, IT, and AG APRIL 7 Math, Social Studies, Reading, Fine Arts, Physical Ed Sixth Six Weeks MAY 25 Math, Social Studies, Reading, Fine Arts, Physical Ed, MAY 26 Science, Language Arts, LMS,IT, and AG

iPad Policy Your iPad is an important learning tool and is for educational purposes only. In order to take your iPad home each day, you must be willing to accept the following responsibilities: 1. I will follow the "Acceptable Use Policy" for technology for SISD. 2. I will honor my family's values when using the iPad. 3. I will follow classroom rules for the iPad set up by my classroom teachers. 4. I will be on task in class and am aware of the off task consequences

* I will exclusively use apps and programs during class that are appropriate to the in-class assignment.

5. I will bring a fully-charged iPad to school every day.

* If I am unable to participate in class due to an expired iPad battery or lack of an iPad, my grade may be affected.

6. I will handle my iPad carefully and respectfully. *I will never leave the iPad unattended

*I will never loan it out to another individual without teacher permission *I will keep food and beverages away from my iPad

*I will not remove or modify the identification and inventory labels that have been placed on the iPad.

*I will not add stickers, labels, tags, or markings to the iPad. *I will only load District approved apps onto the iPad.

*I will keep my accounts and passwords secure and will not share these with any other students *I will keep my iPad protected with a case at all times.

7. I will ask permission prior to recording audio and taking photos/videos of my classmates and staff members. 8. I understand that my iPad is the property of Seminole ISD and will be routinely inspected at any time without notice.

*I will return the iPad, charger, charging cord, and case in good working order when requested or upon expulsion, withdrawal from school, or end of the school year. *I must perform regular requested and mandatory updates of the iPad Operating

System only when directed by the Technology Services Dept. 9. I will not delete or tamper with profiles and configurations on my iPad (including but not limited to):

*I will not jailbreak my iPad *I will not change the name of my iPad *I will take no action that could interfere with the district’s network.

10. I understand that by performing regular backups of my iPad, I help protect against the loss of data. I WILL REPORT LOSS OR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY TO THE TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT.

Pledge to the Flags of the U.S. and Texas; Moment of Silence Students will recite the pledge of allegiance to the flags of the United States and Texas (unless the parent of the student, in writing, requests the student be excused) followed by a moment of silence each day of school.

Philosophy of Seminole Public Schools The needs, interests, and abilities of our students should be the controlling factors in determining the curriculum, activities, and policies of the school. It is the duty and privilege of the faculty and community, in cooperation with the students, to find and develop the best in each individual; to lead him through a normal growth and development which will instill in him the fundamental knowledge, skills and tool with which to continue his education throughout adult life in a world of continuous change; to guide him in establishing personal relationships that are satisfying both to him and to his associates; and to enable him to understand and appreciate the privileges, and assume the responsibilities, of the democratic way of life. The Seminole Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or handicap in providing education services. The Seminole Independent School District prohibits the use/abuse of drugs and/or alcohol.

School Property The Seminole Independent School District has extensive property holdings in three elementary buildings, the high school and junior high buildings, the Success Center, gymnasiums, auditorium, vocational shop building, large playground areas in connection with the various buildings, bus storage area, Robert Ryan Field, and Wigwam Stadium, the home of the Seminole Indians. This property belongs to the people in the Seminole School District. You, as a citizen of this community, are part owner of this property, and it is up to you to help protect and preserve it. Your cooperation is requested in helping make our schools a place of which we are proud. Seminole ISD school district properties are designated as drug, tobacco, and gun-free zones. Discipline Good discipline in the school is extremely important to all teachers, students, and parents. Without good discipline, the schools cannot discharge their primary functions of education and guidance, nor can students realize their greatest opportunities for growth and development. In order to form the basis of mutual understanding and enhance good behavior, the following principles and policies are set forth:

1. Self-discipline is the best kind of discipline. Students should strive toward self-discipline by recognizing their responsibility and using good judgment. 2. Disciplinary policy will be administered in a fair, reasonable, consistent and respectful manner with due regard for responsibility, rights, due process, and best possible outcomes. Never will disciplinary policy be administered capriciously, maliciously, or unfairly. 3. Corporal punishment, when necessary, will be administered only by certified personnel in the presence of a professional witness. Parents will be informed of such punishment. 4. After school detention will be assigned to students who have missing assignments. After school detention will be held Monday- Thursday 3:45 – 5:45.

Restricted In-School Suspension IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the parents to notify the school if the student is ill and unable to attend R.I.S.S. Please call 758-9431 as soon as possible to report the student’s absence. 1. Your principal or designee will inform you why you have been assigned to I.S.S. and for how long. 2. From the time you are assigned until 3:45 p.m. of the last day, you are not allowed to go on the school facilities except the I.S.S. room, and then only during the time from 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. If for some reason you arrive before 8:00, you are to report directly to the office. 3. From the time you are assigned until 3:45 p.m. of the last day, you will not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities or attend these events as a spectator. 4. It is very important that you follow all school rules while in I.S.S. The teacher on duty has complete authority and will decide if your behavior has been acceptable. 5. There will be no conversation or communication with anyone except the teacher or staff member in charge. 6. You must raise your hand and be recognized by the teacher if you desire to communicate with the teacher. 7. You must remain in your desk unless you have permission from the teacher to move. 8. You will be expected to work on the assignments that your regular teachers have given you. You must keep busy. 9. The teacher on duty is not expected to teach you during this assigned time. They may give limited assistance at your desk after you have raised your hand and been recognized. This will be done at their discretion. 10. Attendance is important. You will be counted in attendance as if you were in regular classes. You must serve the time required before you return to regular classes. 11. In case of emergency, your parents should call the campus principal’s office. Parents will not be allowed to talk to students unless given permission by the principal. 12. It is the responsibility of the student to have all textbooks, workbooks, writing material, reading material, etc. at the beginning of the first day assigned to alternative school. If you are in doubt about what to bring, you should bring everything that pertains to any of your regular classes. 13. Exercise/Restroom Breaks: You will be given two breaks per day: one in the morning and one in the afternoon. 14. The assigned work in alternative school is a substitute for the student’s regular work and will be graded by the regular teacher for credit. Because of the nature of the work going on in the regular classroom, there may be cases where the student assigned to Restricted ISS may have to make up some work missed during the assigned time. This will be determined by the teacher involved and must be attended by the student as scheduled. Failure of the student to comply will result in grade/grades of zero, and disciplinary action. Attendance and Excuses Prompt attendance at all classes is required. Students will be excused from attendance or permitted to leave school before the close of the school day only in case of illness or family necessity such as serious illness or death in the family, acts of God, or circumstances of like gravity, in case of school-sponsored activities, or for reasons considered acceptable by the principal. Absences not excused by a parent/guardian within 48 hours of the student’s return to school will be un-excused. TARDY POLICY (Starts over every six weeks)

1st Tardy - Free 2nd Tardy - Swat or Working Lunch Detention (3 days max) 3rd Tardy - Parent Contact and Swats or Working Lunch Detention 4th Tardy - Discipline Slip to office

Hall Passes Students are to obtain from their teachers a hall pass whenever it becomes necessary to leave the room for any purpose. It is the student’s responsibility to ask the teacher for the hall pass. Students are not to be in the halls without a pass at any time during the school day. Students needing to use the elevator will be given a pass from the office. Students using the elevator without a pass will be disciplined. Closed Campus Students will not be allowed to leave campus during the school day. The cafeteria and snack bar will provide lunches, or the student may bring a lunch from home. In the event a student must leave campus during the school day, the student’s parents must sign him or her out in the attendance office. Students will not be released to persons other than their parents or legal guardians unless prior arrangements have been discussed with and approved by the office. A signed letter from the parent or other adult in authority stating the date, time, and reason for the student leaving campus will be required on each occasion, releasing the school of liability. In the case of forgery, disciplinary action may be taken. If the student returns to school that day, he should report to the attendance office to sign in and receive an admit to class. Students who fail or refuse to sign out before leaving campus, or who leave on a forged note, will be considered to be truant and will be disciplined. Lockers Lockers remain under the jurisdiction or the school, notwithstanding the fact that they are assigned to individual students. The school reserves the right to inspect all lockers. Students have full responsibility for the security of lockers. Searches of lockers may be conducted at any time there is reasonable cause to do so whether or not students are present. Students are assigned lockers and are not allowed to change or share with other students. The school does not supply locks. Personal Counseling School counselors are also able to help students with a wide range of personal concerns. Counselors are familiar with community resources and may direct students to other sources of information and assistance. Students who wish to discuss academic or personal concerns with a counselor should get permission and a hall pass from their teacher before going to the counselor. If the counselor is in conference or absent, the student is to return to class immediately. CAMPUS VISITORS All visitors to Seminole Jr. High (parents, guardians, volunteers, contractors, etc.) will now be required to present a valid state issued ID in the office. The ID number will be entered into KeepnTrack system. KeepnTrack helps track visitors, students, faculty, contractors and volunteers at our school, thus providing a safer, more monitored environment for the students. KeepnTrack also has the capability to provide alerts on people who may jeopardize the safety of the campus. We at Seminole Jr. High feel certain that this will help keep our campus safer, and we ask for your cooperation in presenting a valid state ID when checking in at the school. Student Visitors Students from other schools, including former Seminole students, are not permitted to be on campus during regular school hours without permission from school administration.

Drills--Fire, Tornado & Other Emergency Drills Students, teachers, and other district employees shall participate in frequent drills of emergency procedures. When the alarm is sounded, students must follow the direction of teachers or marshals quickly and in an orderly manner.

Telephone A phone is provided for student use in the office, but student will be required to have a phone pass. A student may not use the telephone in the counselor’s office or principal’s office unless he has permission to do so. Textbooks Textbooks are the property of the State of Texas. They are loaned to the student without charge. The student is expected to care for the textbook by using book covers to protect the book while in use. Textbooks will be checked periodically. The student is responsible for any damage that may occur to the textbook. Textbooks lost or damaged must be paid for in full. Students who fail to clear their textbook records will be subject to disciplinary action until records are clear. Textbook bar codes are used for textbook accountability and inventory. Removal of these bar codes could result in a fine and/or disciplinary action. Tutorial Classes Voluntary tutorial services will be available to all students from 8:00 -8:15 a.m. daily. The principals or teachers can assign a student to tutorials and notify parents prior to the assignment. Students must attend when assigned or disciplinary measures will be taken. Promotion of Students For promotion to the next grade level, a student shall attain an overall average of 70 or above in all courses taken. In addition, students shall attain a 70 average or above in three following subjects: Language Arts (including reading improvement if required), mathematics, social studies, and science. Campus assignments will be at the discretion of district administrators in the event a student neither passes nor fails all courses in the eighth grade. Form for Written Work/Grades 6-12 All written work to be turned in to the teacher, except in mathematics, will be in black or blue ink and only one side of the paper used. Neatness and standard form will be required. Each sheet, except notebooks, will be endorsed on the top margin. The form of endorsement is as follows: John Doe Seminole Junior High School English 7 Date Student Success Initiative The goal of the SSI is to ensure that all students receive the instruction and support they need to be academically successful in reading and mathematics. This effort depends greatly on schools, parents, and community members working in partnership to meet individual student needs. A number of materials have been developed to help schools implement the SSI grade advancement requirements. SECOND ADMINISTRATION OF STAAR Students who did not meet the standard have not met the state-identified criterion for promotion to the next grade level. At this point the school must notify parents and convene a grade placement committee (GPC). THIRD ADMINISTRATION OF STAAR Students who did not meet the standard on any of the three testing opportunities of an SSI STAAR assessment and who meet the testing eligibility requirements as specified by TAC §101.2003(b) have not met the state-identified criterion for promotion to the next grade level. At this point the student is retained in the current grade (grades 3, 5, or 8) unless the parent, guardian, or designee appeals that decision. School personnel may not appeal this decision unless the parent or guardian has designated the remaining members of the GPC as the decision-making entity for all purposes.

Junior High Grading Policy Teacher should have at least ten grades recorded for each six-week grading period. At least three of the grades need to be major grades (test, projects, ect.) These grades will count 75% of the six-week grades. Six weeks test will count 25%. Six-week tests are optional. Teacher are encouraged to allow students a reasonable opportunity to makeup or redo a class assignment or examination for which that student received a failing grade (Exception 6weeks test) Transfer grades will be accepted as they are sent from sending district. A student that has no transfer grades will not be given a grade for the grading period missed. Those grading periods will be left blank. Students may receive a passing grade at the end of a grading period if the student has achieved a relative mastery of the curriculum. Students have at least one day to turn in late papers, makeup, redo, or correct assignments from the time the student received the grade. The grade can be raised to at least a 70. (Exception 6weeks test) Students should have the opportunity to make a 100 in every class. Failure Intervention Meetings will be held for resource students that fail a class for two consecutive six weeks or for the semester. Failure conferences will be held with regular education students if they fail two or more classes for every three-week grading period. Students are assigned mandatory tutorials for the classes they are failing. Conferences are also held towards the end of the year for students in danger of failing two or more classes for the year and may not be promoted. Incomplete Grades Students who do not fulfill the requirements for a grade in a subject will receive an incomplete (I) grade. The student must complete the requirements within the makeup days allowed. Students who fail to make up the requirements within the required time limit will have the I changed to a numerical grade of 0. Incomplete grades will be considered failing for UIL purposes, until a grade has been determined. Honor Rolls/Galaxy Students Junior high students with a 90 or higher average in all subjects will be listed on the honor roll at the end of each six weeks. Galaxy students will be recognized each six weeks. Awards Assembly An awards assembly is scheduled during the month of May to recognize students who make special achievements during the school year.

Eighth Grade Celebration Eighth grade student and faculty are honored with an eighth grade celebration, which will be held at the M. S. Doss Youth Center. The student council will present a program during the banquet. All purchases for the celebration must have prior approval by the assistant principal or principal. Only items listed on purchase orders will be reimbursed. Purchase orders must be signed BEFORE purchases are made. The school will establish a total budget for the banquet, and any amount beyond that total WILL NOT be reimbursed. Pep Rallies Pep rallies are conducted during the sports seasons. The rallies are organized and led by the seventh and eighth grade cheerleader sponsor. School Cafeteria The cafeteria at Seminole Junior High serves members of the junior high student body and staff. Students are assigned to one of the three lunch times: Lunch A-4th period; Lunch B-5th period; or Lunch C-6th period. Meals are served at prices set by the school board. The district participates in the National School Lunch Program and offers free and reduced-price lunches based on a student’s financial need. Information can be obtained from the main office. Student Food Service Cards for Seminole Junior High School 1. Each student will be given a student food service number at the beginning of the year. 2. The student must have the food service number to purchase food from the cafeteria. 3. It is recommended that the students put their student number in a purse, billfold, notebook with a zipper, or lock them in a locker. Right to Privacy of Parents & Students 1. Request for inspection Parents of students in the Seminole Public Schools may inspect the official permanent folder and date directly related to their children by making the request in writing or on a request form provided by the school to the principal of the school that the child attends. 2. Request for Transcripts Transcripts of the student’s folder will be mailed to colleges, technical schools, etc., only when requested by the student, his parents, or those legally authorized to make the request. 3. Right to Challenge Parents may challenge the content of their child’s record to insure that the records are not misleading, inaccurate, or otherwise a violation of the privacy or other rights of the student. 4. Appeals in Regard to Permanent Records The initial request should be made to the building principal. The appeal is to be made first to the Superintendent of Schools. The superintendent may hear the request, or he may appoint a committee of administrators to hear the request. The second appeal shall be to the school board and will be in writing. 5. Authorized Access to Pupil Folder Nothing in this policy shall prohibit the teacher, counselor, or other authorized personnel from having access to the records. School personnel are prohibited from discussing confidential material with unauthorized individuals or groups. 6. Protection of Pupil’s Rights For a printout of the Notice of Parent and Student Rights (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1232G), contact the SJHS principal or designee. 7. Student Right to Pray

The school recognizes a student’s right to individually, voluntarily, and silently pray or meditate in school in a manner that does not disrupt the instructional or other activities of the school. The school will not require, encourage, or coerce a student to engage in or to refrain from such prayer or meditation during any school activity. Regulations Not Covered in Board Policies The student handbook is designed to be in harmony with Board policy and the Student Code of Conduct adopted by the Board. Please be aware that this document is updated annually, while policy adoption and revision is an ongoing process. Therefore, any changes in policy that affect student handbook provisions will be made available to student and parents through newsletters and other communications. Please note that references to policy codes are included to help parents confirm current policy. A copy of the District’s Policy Manual is available in the school office and on the Seminole ISD Website. In case of conflict between Board policy or the Student Code of Conduct and any provision of student handbooks, the provisions of Board policy or the Student Code of Conduct that were most recently adopted by the Board are to be followed The Library The library is open from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Students who arrive at school early and wish to study or read may come into the library. Individual students coming to the library must have a pass signed by their teacher. These passes must be shown at the circulation desk before entry. No more that five students from any one class are allowed to come to the library without being accompanied by the teacher. Teachers may bring their entire class to the library. Please sign up on the schedule that is available in the library. This will help the librarian plan for your visit. Books will be checked out on a two weeks’ basis. Some reference materials may be checked out overnight with the permission of the librarian. A fee of 10 cents a day per book is charged for overdue materials. If a student is absent on the date the book was due, the fine may be waived if the book is brought in the first day the student returns, and the student brings it to the librarian’s attention that he/she was absent the date the book was due. If a student’s absence is due to extraordinary circumstances, then his/her fine may be waived. Students’ cards will be kept in the library for all students. A student will not be allowed to check out any materials if he/she has any overdue items or fine. The student must pay for materials that are lost or damaged. Students who fail to clear record after a reasonable amount of time will be subject to disciplinary action until records are clear. Student Library Cards for Seminole Junior High School 1. Each student will be given a students library card at the beginning of the year. 2. The student must have the library cards to check out books from the library. 3. The cards are property of Seminole ISD, and therefore should not be mutilated. 4. The replacement cost of a card is $5. 5. The student should notify the librarian to get a new card. 6. Students are responsible for all items checked out on their card. 7. It is recommended that the student leave the card with the librarian. Should the student choose to keep the card, he/she should keep it in a purse, wallet, notebook, etc. Curriculum Required courses in the sixth grade are: English, mathematics, science, social studies, reading, physical education. Electives for the sixth grade are Ag, art, choir, or band.

Required courses in the seventh grade are: English, mathematics, science, social studies, literature or reading, and physical education or athletics. Electives for the seventh grade include: art I and art II, technology education, band, choir, and introductory Ag. Required courses in the eight grade are: language arts, Mathematics, social studies, science, language arts, Skills For Living, and technology applications. Electives for eighth grade include: Exploring Construction & Manufacturing technology, art I, art II, art III, ag I, band, choir, office assistant, library assistant, athletics, technology education, and P.E Basic and pre-AP classes are scheduled for grades seven and eight. Students who have not performed at grade level in these subjects may be assigned to the basic classes, and students who display special skills or high achievement in math, literature, social studies, science and language arts may be enrolled in the enriched or pre-AP classes. Strict consideration should be given to the electives that one chooses because there is a one-year commitment to these classes. Schedules will be changes only in extreme circumstances. The district provides special programs for gifted and talented students, migrant students, students with limited English proficiency, dyslexic students, and students with disabilities. The coordinator of each program can answer questions about eligibility requirements, as well as programs and services offered in the junior high or by other organizations. A student or parent with questions about these programs should contact the appropriate administrator. Options and Requirements For Providing Assistance to Students Who Have Learning Difficulties or Who Need or May Need Special Education If a child is experiencing learning difficulties, the parent may contact the person listed below to learn about the district’s overall general education referral or screening system for support services. This system links students to a variety of support options, including referral for a special education evaluation. Students having difficulty in the regular classroom should be considered for tutorial, compensatory, and other academic or behavior support services that are available to all students. At any time, a parent is entitled to request an evaluation for special education services. Within a reasonable amount of time, the district must decide if the evaluation is needed. If evaluation is needed, the parent will be notified and asked to provide informed written consent for the evaluation. The district must complete the evaluation and the report within 60 calendar days of the date the district receives the written consent. The district must give a copy of the report to the parent. If the district determines that the evaluation is not needed, the district will provide the parent with a written notice that explains why the child will not be evaluated. This written notice will include a statement that informs the parent of their rights if they disagree with the district. Additionally, the notice must inform the parent how to obtain a copy of the Notice of Procedural Safeguards - Rights of Parents of Students with Disabilities. The designated person to contact regarding options for a child experiencing learning difficulties or a referral for evaluation for special education is: Ann Millican @ 432/758/9431 Content Mastery Lab This special education program is designed to enable the students with learning difficulties to function successfully in the regular education program. The Content Mastery lab utilizes the expertise of the special education teacher and the regular educator to optimize learning by the special education student.

Grand Central Station Grand Central Station is an intensive academic intervention program that utilizes four steps of interventions, offering ANY struggling learner the opportunities and services needed for success. Entrance Requirements for Junior High Pre-AP Classes

A. A numeric grade average of at least 90 of the prior year in class considered. B. Parent notification and permission.

C. In addition to A&B, a student must meet the following criteria for entrance into an honors course:

1. Math Honors Gifted/Talented Math Grade 6 Pre- AP Math, 7th Grade a. Must have an overall average of at least 90 in Math the year prior to entry into the program and teacher recommendation and

b. Must have demonstrated mastery of math STAAR prior to entry into the program. 2. Math Honors, Pre-AP Algebra 1 Grade 8, Pre- AP Math, 8th Grade

a. Must have successfully completed an Algebra qualifying class with an overall average of 90 or teacher recommendation, and

b. Must have demonstrated mastery of math STAAR prior to entry into the program. c. Students scoring 2400 or better in their 7th grade STAAR test may be invited to take Pre-AP Math their 8th grade year

3. Science Honors Pre-AP Life Sciences Grade 7, Pre-AP Earth Science Grade 8 4. Language Arts Honors Pre-AP LA 8 5. Literature Honors Pre-AP Lit. 7 6. Social Studies Honors Pre-AP Texas History 7, Pre-AP U.S. History Grade 8, a. Student must have an overall 90 average in the corresponding class the year prior to entry into the program, teacher recommendation, and

b. Students that do not have STAAR scores available must provide a score in the 90th percentile of above on an approved norm-referenced achievement test to be considered for an honors program.

Note: If a parent or guardian feels his or her child should be enrolled in an AP class and the child did not meet the above criteria, a conference with the principal may be set for further discussion and options. Class Rank Students in Pre-AP classes will have ten points added to their grade for each Pre-AP class. Class rank is determined from averages at the end of the 5th Six Weeks. Removal from Pre-AP Program Upon parent request, students may move from an honors to a regular class, and the student’s grade will be academically altered. Once a student has been removed from an AP class, he or she must met the requirements for re-entry the following year. Gifted/Talented Guidelines Guidelines for the Gifted/Talented program can be accessed on the Internet. The web site that can be accessed is www.seminole.k12.tx.us. If you prefer to have a hard copy of the guidelines, you can obtain a copy in the junior high office. Extracurricular Activities Participation in extracurricular activities, clubs and organizations is a privilege.

Band Band 1 is open to all students regardless of previous participation. Band II is open to those students who have successfully completed Band I or its equivalent as determined by the director. Athletics Students in seventh and eighth grade will be permitted to participate in athletics. Age Limits for Student Participation in Athletics All athletes shall meet the following age requirements: (It is understood that variations must be made in case of conflict with UIL district regulations.) 8th grade - shall not be 15 on or before September 1st 7th grade - shall not be 14 on or before September 1st The athletic director and principals are responsible for checking ages and eligibility of players, but team coaches should help principals in checking and should report anything that might affect eligibility of players. JUNIOR HIGH ATHLETICS Boys Girls Football Basketball Volleyball Basketball Track & Field Tennis Track & Field Tennis Cross-Country Cross-Country Student Participation The school will provide athletic opportunities for both boys and girls. All students shall have an opportunity to try out for sports approved for their age, grade, and level of maturity. To participate in sports, students must be eligible according to the standards set by the University Interscholastic League. The schools will play those sports as may be approved by the school board. Coaches shall encourage all students to participate in sports. The student may chose to participate in one or more sports or may choose not to participate in sports. Coaches should be encouraged to work with the largest number possible depending upon the availability of facilities. Professional employees of the school district shall not ridicule, criticize, or penalize any student because of the student’s failure to engage in any sport. Athletics is and should be viewed as not only an important part of any student’s overall educational experience, but also as a deserving privilege. The coaching staff, along with the administration, will remove from the athletic program any student who cannot maintain his of her academic performance. If an athlete is ineligible, due to failures or not participating in a UIL competitive sport, all three six weeks of the first semester, he of she will be removed from the athletic period in which he or she is enrolled beginning with the second semester. If the athlete is academically eligible at the conclusion of the fourth six weeks and wishes to participate in a spring sport, he or she may do so. However, the athlete will have to attend practice after school hours. Athletic Suspension An athlete may be suspended from a team when a coach feels that his staying on the squad would hurt the team. A suspension from a team requires the approval of the junior high athletic director. Reinstatement to the sport may be made at any time with the approval of the coach or the administrator making the suspension. All suspensions are subject to appeal as provided for under the policy on suspension and expulsion. An athlete who voluntarily withdraws from a sport in an accepted way is eligible to participate in other sports. “General Code of Conduct and Dress” is to be enforced while commuting or participating in an athletic contest.

Cheerleader Policy I. Prerequisites for cheerleading. To be eligible to try out, the student must: A. Register in the office. B. Have passed the prior six weeks with an overall 70 average and meet UIL requirements. C. Have approval from his or her parents. D. Be able to attend all required practice sessions. Cheerleaders will be allowed to participate in athletics, because the required practice sessions will be coordinated between the athletic coach and the cheerleader sponsor. E. Try out before a panel of judges. F. Try out before the student body. II. Elections Any student who meets the prerequisites for cheerleading can try out for cheerleader. Six seventh grade and six eighth grade cheerleaders will be chosen for both football and basketball seasons. The student body will vote to select the cheerleaders. The first alternate will serve as cheerleader in the event one of the elected cheerleaders becomes ineligible. The cheerleader and candidates will not be allowed to solicit votes by handing out candy, flyers, posters, or any other tangible means of soliciting votes. III. Eligibility Cheerleaders will follow the UIL rules for eligibility. Cheerleaders should exhibit satisfactory conduct in the classroom. A “U” for conduct will result in the cheerleader not participating in the next function. A second unsatisfactory conduct grade will result in the cheerleader being suspended from participation for two functions and a parent/teacher conference with a campus administrator and the student present. A third unsatisfactory conduct grade by the cheerleader could result in dismissal from the squad. Cheerleaders who are ineligible or removed from the squad may be replaced with an alternate if the sponsor judges it necessary. Cheerleaders who are ineligible must attend practice sessions and other functions in which the cheerleading squad is involved. They may not wear a uniform while suspended/ineligible. IV. Purpose of Cheerleading Program A. Promote and uphold school spirit B. Develop good sportsmanlike conduct among students and adults C. Promote unification of crowd involvement during athletic events D. Strive to build better relationships between schools E. Strive to uphold the highest personal, as well as cheer leading, standard V. Values of Cheerleading A. Develop leadership abilities B. Develop physical fitness and coordination C. Develop courtesy, tolerance, and self-control D. Develop good sportsmanlike conduct. E. Develop sports appreciation F. Develop responsibility, patience, and respect for self and others G. Develop communication skills H. Develop self-confidence I. Develop character and citizenship VI. Uniforms The school will provide each cheerleader with at least one top and one skirt to be used as the official uniform for that school year. No bells are permitted on shoes in the school building. Uniforms and all other equipment (poms, megaphone, and bag) must be returned in good condition at a time designated

by the sponsor. The principal and the sponsor will determine and purchase the official uniform. Should any additional items be approved, they must be furnished for all cheerleaders and become the property of the school district. All extra items such as jackets, sweaters, T-shirts, and etc. are prohibited. Shoes, socks, tights, crop tops, leggings, and emblems, are provided by the individual. VII. Transportation The school provides transportation to some out-of-town games during football and basketball season. The sponsor or principal will chaperone. Any cheerleader who attends an out-of-town game, as a cheerleader must go in school approved transportation. The school provides meals for the cheerleaders for out-of-town games. The principal and sponsor will determine out-of-town trips. All students must return by school-arranged transportation unless the parent personally makes prior arrangements to pick up the student. The parent should submit a letter to the principal requesting the release, and the principal will initial the letter and forward it to the sponsor. Cheerleaders should make arrangements for prompt transportation from practices and games. VIII. Eighth grade cheerleaders must complete the duties and responsibilities assigned by their cheerleading sponsors. Junior High duties take precedence over high school activities if conflicts occur. IX. Any squad member who fails at least one academic course for two consecutive six weeks will be dismissed form the squad. REQUIRED PRACTICE SESSIONS FOR CHEERLEADERS MUST BE ATTENDED! Insurance At the beginning of the school year, the district will make available to students and parents a low-cost student accident insurance program. This is a voluntary policy. If you choose to have your child covered, you will be responsible for submitting the premium fee and claims to the insurance company. The district shall not be responsible for costs of treating injuries pr assume liability for any other costs associated with an injury. Not Liable for Physical Education Injuries to Athletes Before or after an athletic season of any sport, if a boy or girl who participates in the athletic program is injured, in a physical activity which is a normal part of the physical education program for all students, the school will not be liable for payment for medical treatment for injuries incurred. School Trips Students going on school-sponsored trips are expected to observe the following rules: 1. The general rules for students’ behavior will apply to all school-sponsored trips. 2. All students must travel by school-arranged transportation unless the parent personally makes special arrangements to pick up the student. Students will not be released to persons other than their parents or legal guardians unless prior arrangements have been discussed with and approved by the principal or assistant principal. A signed letter from the parent or other adult in authority stating the date, time, and reason for the student leaving campus will be required on each occasion, releasing the school of liability. In the case of forgery, disciplinary action may be taken. 3. Students must be eligible according to UIL or State Board rules if the activity is an extracurricular trip, and loss of school time rules must be observed. 4. Students who miss school on school-sponsored trips will not be counted absent, but they will be required to make up the work missed. 5. Students must take the responsibility of observing all safety rules while riding on school-arranged transportation. 6. Students making a school-sponsored trip shall be under the supervision of a sponsor and shall be polite in conduct, considerate of the rights of others, and otherwise meet the standards required of Seminole students.

Activities for Making Money An administrator must give his approval for any plan or activity used by an organization for making money. Injuries-Summer Activities The school will not be responsible for paying for the treatment of injuries suffered by pupils when participating in summer activities. University Interscholastic League Students in the sixth, seventh, or eighth grade may participate in academic contests that are a part of the University Interscholastic League. Following the guidelines set by the Texas Education Agency; Seminole Junior High School is an equal opportunity school. Class participation will not be based on race, religion, or sex. Eligibility for UIL Activities Students shall be permitted to participate in extracurricular activities, subject to the following restrictions: 1. During the initial six-week period of the school year, students shall have been promoted into the next grade level. (See the PROMOTION section in this handbook or the principal for further information on promotion.) 2. During subsequent six-week periods, students who receive a six-week grade below 70 in any course or subject, or handicapped students who fail to meet the standards in their Individual Education Plan (IEP), may not participate in extracurricular activities during the following three-week period. This suspension from extracurricular activities goes into effect seven days after the last day of the six-week period during which the grade lower than 70 was earned. Students shall be allowed to participate at the end of any three-week period in which the student earns a grade of 70 or above in all coursed or subjects. 3. The principal or designee will determine whether a student may participate in school-related activities if that student was absent that day or part of that day. Health Requirements Immunization A student must be fully immunized against certain disease or must present a certificate or statement that, for medical reasons or reasons of conscience, including a religious belief, the student will not be immunized. For exemptions based on reasons of conscience, only official forms issued by the Texas Department of Health, Immunization Division, can be honored by the District. The immunizations required are: diphtheria, rubella (measles), ruella, mumps, tenets,Haemophilus influenza type B, poliomyelitis, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and varicella (chicken Pox). The school nurse can provide information on age- appropriate doses or on an acceptable physician- validated history of illness required by the Texas Department of Health Proof of immunization may be personal records from a licensed physician or public health clinic with a signature or rubber- stamp validation. Bacterial Meningitis WHAT IS MENINGITIS? Meningitis is an inflammation of the covering of the brain and spinal cord--also called meninges. It can be caused by viruses, parasites, fungi, and bacteria. Viral (aseptic) meningitis is common; most people recover fully. Medical management of viral meningitis consist of supportive treatment and there is usually no indication for the use of antibiotics. Parasitic and fungal meningitis are very rare. Bacterial meningitis is very serious and may involve complicated medical, surgical, pharmaceutical, and life support management. There are two common types of bacteria that cause meningitis:Strep pheumoniae causes pneumococcal meningitis; there are over 80 subtypes that cause illness.Neisseria meningitiis -- meningococcal meningitis; there are 5 subtypes that cause serious illness -- A, B, C, Y ,W- 135.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? Someone with meningitis will become very ill. The illness may develop over one or two days, but it can also rapidly progress in a matter of hours. Not everyone with meningitis will have the same symptoms, but any of the following are possible. Children (over 1 year old) and adults with meningitis may have a severe headache, high temperature, vomiting, sensitivity to bright lights, neck stiffness or joint pains, and drowsiness or confusion. In both children and adults, there may be a rash of tiny, red-purple spots caused by bleeding under the skin. These can occur anywhere on the body. They are a sign of blood poisoning (septicemia), which sometimes happens with meningitis, particularly the meningicoccal strain. WHAT IS THE RISK OF GETTING BACTERIAL MENINGITIS? The risk of getting bacterial meningitis in all age groups is about 2.4 cases per 100,000 population per year. However, the highest risk group for the most serious form of the disease, menigoccal meningitis, is highest among children 2 to 18 years old. HOW SERIOUS IS BACTERIAL MENINGITIS? If it is diagnosed early and treated promptly, the majority of people make a complete recovery. In some cases it can be fatal or a person may be left with a permanent disability, such as deafness, blindness, amputations or brain damage (resulting in mental retardation or paralysis), even with prompt treatment. HOW IS BACTERIAL MENINGITIS SPREAD? Fortunately, none of the bacteria that cause meningitis are as contagious as diseases like the common cold or the flu, and they are not spread by casual contact or by simply breathing the air where a person with meningitis has been. The germs live naturally in the back of our noses and throats, but they do not live for long outside the body. They are spread when people exchange saliva (such as by kissing; sharing drinking containers, utensils, or cigarettes).The germ does not cause meningitis in most people. Instead, most people become carriers of the germ for days, weeks or even months. Being a carrier helps to stimulate the body’s natural defense system. The bacteria rarely overcomes the body’s immune system and causes meningitis or another serious illness. HOW CAN BACTERIAL MENINGITIS BE PREVENTED? Do not share food, drinks, utensils, toothbrushes, or cigarettes. Limit the number of persons you kiss. Vaccines against pneumococcal disease are recommended both for young children and adults over 64. A vaccine against four meningococcal serogroups (A, C, Y, W-135) is available. These four groups cause the majority of meningococcal cases in the United States. This vaccine is recommended by some groups for college students, particularly freshmen living in dorms or residence halls. The vaccine is safe and effective (85-90%). it can cause mild side effects, such as redness and pain at the injection site lasting up to two days. Immunity develops within 7 to 10 days after the vaccine is given and lasts for up to 5 years. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU THINK YOU OR A FRIEND MIGHT HAVE BACTERIAL MENINGITIS? Seek prompt medical attention. HOW IS BACTERIAL MENINGITIS DIAGNOSED? The diagnosis is usually based on a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory results from spinal fluid is obtained by a lumber puncture (spinal tap). LA MENINGITIS BACTERIAL QUE ES LA MENINGITIS? La meningitis es una inflamacion de la codertura del cerebro y la medula espinal--conocida como meninges. Puede ser causada por viruses, parasitos. hongos, o por bacterias. La meningitis viral consister de un tratamiento simple y por lo gernera no requiere el uso de antibioticos. La meningitis parositoria y fungal (de hongos) no son comunes. La meningitis bacterial es muy grave y puede requerir la intervencion medica, ya sea por el uso de aparatos necesarios parael cuidado del paciente. Hay dos tipos de bacterias que causan la minigitis: Strep pneumoniae causa la minigitis meningococcal; hay 5 subtipos que causan la enfermedad grave -- A,B,C,Y,W-135. CUALES SON LIS SINTOMAS? Una persona con minigitis se pondra muy enfermo, La enfermedad puede desarrolarse en uno o dos dias, pero tambien puede empeorarse rapidamente, en cuestion de horas. No todas las personas con meningitis tendran los mismos sintornas, pero uno de los siguientes podria ocurrir. Los ninos (mayores de 1 ano) y los adultos con meningitis pudieran tener: dolores de

cabeza seceros, temperatures altas, vomito, tension en el cuello sensibilidad a luces brillantes, mareos o confusion. En ninos y en adultos, pudiera surgir un salpullido de manchas rojimorada a moretones en cualquier parte del cuerpo causados por derrames debojo de la piel. Estas son senales de envenamiento in la sangre (septicemia), que sucede algunal vexes con la minigitis, particularmente la minigococcal. CUAL ES EL RIESGO DE CONTRAER LA BACERIA DE LA MININGITIS? El riesgo de contraer meningitis en personas de cualquier edad es como de 2.4 casos por cada 100,000 personas por ano. Pero el grupo en mas riesgo, para la forma mas grave, la miningitis meningococcal, son los minos de 2 a 18 anos. COMO SE PROPAGA LA MENINGITIS BACTERIAL? Afortunademente ninguna de las bacterias que causan la meningitis son tan contagiosas como el resfriado comun a la gripa, ni se propagan por el contact casual ni simplemente con respirar el aire donde una persona con meningitis hata estado. Los macrobios vinen por largo tiempa fuera del cuerpo. Se pasan por la saliva de la gente (como besando, compartiendo bebidas, los utensilios, o los cigarrillos). El microbio no causa meningitis en la mayoria de la gente. Lo que sucede es que la jente se convierte en portador del microbio por dias, semanas o aun meses. Siendo un portador estimula al sistema de defensas naturales del cuerpo. Las bacterias raramente vencen el sestema inmunologico del cuerpo ni causan meningitis ni ninguna orta enfermedad grave. COMO SE PUDE PREVENIR LA MININGITIS BACTERIAL? No comparta alimento, bebidas, utensilios, cepillos de dientes, ni cigarillos. Fijese bien a quiences besa. Se recomienda que se vacuna contra cuatro serogroups de meningococcal. Estos custro causan la mayoria de meningocaccal en los Estados Unidos. La vacuna se recomienda tambien para jovenes universitarios que tienen. La vacuna es segura y efectiva en (85-90%) del tiempo. Puede causar algunos efectos secundarios como enrojecimiento y dolor en el sitio de la inyeccion, que puede durar hasta dos dias. La sefensa se desarolla dentro de 7 a 10 dias despies de la vacuna, y dura hasta 5 anos. QUE DEBE HANCER IS PIENSA QUE USTED O ALGUN AMIGO PUEDIERA TENER ESTA ENFERMEDAD? Obtener atencion medica de inmediato. COMA SE DIAGNOSTICA LA MENINGITIS BACTERIAL? El diagnositico se basa en una combiacion de sintomas clinicos y resultados de estudios labortorios del liquido espinal y la sangre. El liquido espinal se obtiece por una perforcion en el lumber ( una carvilla espinal). Para mas informacion: Su enfermera escolar, su doctor y el personal de las oficinas locales o regionales del Departamento de salud son excelrites fuentes para la ingormacion sobre enfermedades comunicables. Tambien puede llamar el Departamento of Health para obtener informacion adicional se puede encontrar en los sitios de Internet para los Centers for Diease Control and Prevention: www.cdc.gov y el Texas Department of Health: www.tdh.state.tx.us. Constitution for Seminole Junior High Student Council Preamble We, the students of Seminole Junior High, in order to develop and to promote democracy as a pattern of living, to promote school spirit, to increase pride in our school, community and country, and to strengthen the relationship between the students and teachers, do ordain and establish this Constitution for Seminole Junior High School student body. Article l-- Name and Purpose Section 1 The name of this organization shall be the Seminole Junior High School Student Council.

Section 2 The purpose of the Student Council shall be to help develop and maintain participation in school activities, to promote student-teacher cooperation and school-community relationship, to help develop student initiative, responsibility, leadership, school pride and school spirit, to encourage student respect for school and private property, and to achieve a higher level of scholastic achievement. Any officer or representative failing to participate in school activities will go through the following steps: 1st offense-- 1 day lunch detention 2nd offense-- 2 days lunch detention 3rd offense-- 3 days lunch detention/probation with parent contact 4th offense-- removal from position of authority Any officer or representative can do 2 hours community service to erase a step as per sponsor. Article ll--Membership Section 1 All students enrolled in Seminole Junior High School shall be considered members of the Student Council. Section 2 The Student Council shall consist of the regular officers and representatives from the sixth, seventh and eighth grades and sponsors. Article lll--Powers Section 1 The Student Council shall have the power to hold meetings which any student or faculty member may attend, to hold closed meetings when necessary to sponsor special activities in which all the students may participate, to hold special elections, to provide polling places and ballots, and to provide all other equipment necessary in carrying out the above duties. Section 2 Since the powers of the Student council are delegated to it by the principal, he shall have the right of veto over any measure proposed by the council. Article lV--Officers The regular officers of the Student Council shall consist of a president, a vice-president, a second vice-president, a secretary, and a parliamentarian, all of whom shall be elected by the student body. A reporter and treasurer shall be appointed by the sponsors. Article V--Duties Section 1 The duties of the president shall be to preside over and conduct meetings of the council, call special meetings, vote only in case of a tie, represent the Student Body, and to speak at occasions (assembly). Section 2 The duties of the vice-president shall be to preside in the absence of the president, to assist the president whenever necessary, to appoint committees, and to maintain and check the roll at meetings. Section 3 The losing presidential candidate shall assume the office of second vice-president, and shall assist the president by performing the duties assigned. Section 4 The duties of the secretary shall be to prepare and read the minutes of the meetings, to have available for the president the list of business for each meeting, to attend to all official correspondence, to send and post notices, to count and record rising vote when taken, to keep permanent records of the Council, and to read communications at meetings. Section 5 The parliamentarian’s duties shall be to become familiar with parliamentary procedure and to assist the president in conducting council meetings according to correct procedure.

Section6 The duties of the reporter shall be to prepare news, notes, and articles for publications and radio, and to file clippings and pictures of council activities. Section 7 The duties of the treasurer shall be to pay out council funds as authorized, and to supervise all financial matters involving council money-raising activities. Section 8 The duties of the Student Council representatives shall be to attend all meetings and to serve on standing and appointed committees of the Student Council. Article Vl--Qualifications Section 1 The officers and representatives of the Student Council must have a scholarship average of “80” or above and not be failing any class. Any officer or representative failing to meet the grade requirements will be suspended from the council for a period of six weeks. Should an officer of representative fail to meet the grade requirements after this time, he will be permanently removed from the council. The officers and representatives of the Student Council must have a scholarship average of “80” or above. Any officer or representative failing to maintain and “80” average will be suspended from the council for a period of six weeks. Should an officer or a representative fail to meet the grade requirement after this time, he or she will be permanently removed from the council. If an officer is failing a six weeks in any subject, he or she will be removed from that office. All elected members will be reinstated in good standing at the beginning of a new school year. Section 2Candidates for president, vice-president, secretary and parliamentarian must have attended Seminole Public Schools for at least nine school weeks preceding the election. Candidates for officers shall be rising eighth grade students and must have served as a representative. Article Vll--Nominations and Elections Section 1 Any person desiring to be nominated as a Student Council officer shall file a petition by the announced deadline with the approval of the principal, containing the signatures of the Student Council sponsor and five junior high teachers and the names of thirty junior high students endorsing the candidate for office. He needs to have served on the Student Council during the previous year. To run for student council officer, one must be passing all classes and not have been placed in ISS. Section 2 Persons desiring to run for representative shall file a petition by the announced deadline with the signature of the Student Council sponsor and of thirty junior high students endorsing them as candidates. Section 3 Seventh and eighth grade representatives shall be elected during the spring semester of their sixth and seventh grade year. The day shall be decided upon by the Student Council, and they shall be in charge of the election. The sixth graders shall be elected during the first six weeks of the following year. Officers shall be elected during the last nine weeks of the spring semester. Section 4 All officers and representatives shall be elected by secret ballot. Ten eighth graders, ten seventh graders,and ten sixth graders shall be elected. There shall be three special representatives. The special representatives shall include a choir, band, and cheerleader representative. Section 5 In case of a tie, those with tying votes will all serve. Section 6 All regular officers shall be elected by the sixth and seventh grade. Representatives shall be elected by their respective grades. Article Vlll--Terms of Office The term of office for the regular officers and the representatives will be for one school year. Article IX--Recall and Deportment

In case a member of the Student Council is guilty of misconduct unworthy of this organization, he shall first be advised by the Council. If he persists in his unworthy conduct, his case shall be referred to the principal and sponsor for final action. Any member of the Council who is in violation of the Student Code of Conduct will be discharged. Any members assigned to the Corrective Action Program (CAPS) will be discharged. Any student that is assigned to ISS on more than one occasion will be removed from the Council. All Student Council meetings shall be conducted in an orderly and businesslike manner. Any member disrupting a meeting shall be warned. Should the disruption continue, the member shall be removed from the meetings. Two expulsions shall earn a member a six-week suspension from the Council. Article X--Meetings Regular meetings of the Student Council may be held twice each month during the school year, or when called by the executive committee of sponsor. All members are required to attend meetings. Three un-excused absences from meetings shall result in the member being discharged and replaced with the runner-up on the ballot. Two tardies shall be counted as one absence. Article Xl--Amendments An amendment must be approved by a majority of the Student Council members and by the principal. Article Xll—Ratification This constitution shall become operative immediately following the approval of the principal and ratification by a majority of the Student Council members. Amendment 1 The regular officers and the seventh and eighth grade council members shall meet and appoint a committee to hold elections for sixth grade council members.

NOTICE The following regulations that are not covered in the student handbook, The Pathfinder, can be found in the Student Code of Conduct. Student Code of Conduct -- General Guidelines Student Code of Conduct -- Levels of Offenses A. General Guidelines for Assessing Discipline Penalties B. Non-Student Code of Conduct Violations C. Discipline Management Plan D. Detention E. Corporal Punishment F. Student Code of Conduct Violation Reports G. Categories of Offenses for Student Code of Conduct H. Reports to Local Law Enforcement; Liability I. Report of Drug Offenses; Liability J. Federal Firearm Statutes K. Alternative Education Programs Student Code of Conduct A. Paging Devices B. Acceptable Use of Computers and Networks C. Gang-Related Activities and/or Dress D. Vandalism and Damage to School Property E. Hazing F. Tobacco Use G. Drug/Alcohol Use H. Weapons I. Assaults

J. Disruption of Classes K. Disruption of Lawful Assembly L. Secret Societies M. Dress Code/Attendance Policies N. Sexual Harassment O. Teacher Removal of Students Suspensions/Removals/Due Process A. Suspension or Removal to On-Campus Alternative Education Program B. Removal to the Corrective Action Program C. Expulsion for Extremely Serious Offenses Unusual Circumstances A. Interrogations and Searches B. Searches/Use of Trained Dogs C. Police Questioning of Students D. Department of Human Services Questioning of Students E. Arrested Students F. Physical Restraint G. Students Publications School Song Soar to triumph, wing to glory, O Warriors bold! The angels wave thy colors, O Seminole! Fierce in battle, victors ever, Hail, Black and Gold! We proclaim our love and praise to thee, Old Seminole. Fight Song Go Indians, down the field; Fight ever onward. Fight for the Black and Gold That long may she wave her colors. Go Indians, down the field; Fight ever onward. Black and Gold will cheer you onward Down the field. Colors - Black and Gold No Child Left Behind Dear Parents, As parents, you have the right to know, under the new federal education legislation “No Child Left Behind,” if your child is being instructed by a teacher who is highly qualified. If you wish to know this information regarding your child’s teacher, you may contact Daylan Sellers at (432) 758-9431 for this information.