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STUDENT HANDBOOK

2013 - 2014

GlenOak High School

1801 Schneider St. NE

Canton, Ohio 44721

Phone 330-491-3800 * Fax 330-491-3801

24 HOUR ATTENDANCE REPORT LINE

Parents and guardians can report an absence from school, a tardy to school or an early dismissal from school by using the following direct 24 hour attendance line.

9th GRADE ACADEMY (All 9th Grade Students) Attendance Line 330-491-3831 (24 Hr. Line) Academy Secretary 330-491-3945 Grades 10th-12th are organized by student’s last name. Last Name Beginning with A-Da Attendance Line 330-491-3811 (24 Hr. Line) Academy Secretary 330-491-3872 Last Name Beginning with Db-Mil Attendance Line 330-491-3821 (24 Hr. Line) Academy Secretary 330-491-3837 Last Name Beginning with Mim-Z Attendance Line 330-491-3841 (24 Hr. Line) Academy Secretary 330-491-3907

Name ____________________________________________

Grade __________________Academy __________________

“Home of the Golden Eagles”

ALMA MATER

Of fondest memories

those of GlenOak will last

through the years.

To thee our loyalty,

forever and ever endures.

May all the days that follow

bring back the memories of old,

of GlenOak High School,

the home of the green and gold,

the home of the green and gold.

FIGHT SONG

On Eagles on,

you know we’ll always fight for thee.

Fight, Fight, Fight

Fight, Eagles, fight,

we’re on our way to victory.

We’re gonna win, Eagles win,

you know that we’ll be brave and bold!

We will be loyal to the team of the

green and gold.

WELCOME

With the world changing so rapidly, education must continue to evolve in order to meet the unforeseen challenges of tomorrow! At

GlenOak High School we are prepared and ready to exceed the challenges ahead. We have a rich history of academic, athletic and

arts excellence that continues to pioneer the best researched based educational strategies. Our rigorous curriculum offers 18 career

pathways, over 14 Honors classes, 6 Dual Credit courses and 20 plus Advanced Placement courses to ensure that our graduates can compete academically. We have solid partnerships with the Stark County Library, Mercy Medical Center, Stark State College,

Walsh University, The University of Mount Union and recently established a pipeline with Malone University (Nursing Program),

Bowling Green State University (High School of Business) and The Ohio State University (9th STEM- College of Dentistry). We are launching a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics academy in the 9th grade as well as providing every 9th grade

students with a Google Chromebook to connect globally.

In addition to our rigorous academic curriculum, our student athletes compete in Division I interscholastic play as members of The

Federal League. We continue to produce high school graduates with diverse skills. We offer Visual Arts courses in Ceramics,

Sculpting and AP Studio Art as well as courses in the Performing Arts (Band, Choir, Dance and Drama). Our students continue to perform at high levels in all programs.

I would like to thank you for making us your first choice in education and for reviewing our handbook so that you and your child can have a successful academic year.

Go Eagles!

Tamiko Hatcher

Principal 330-491-3915

CENTRAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Brent May

Superintendent

Tom Brabson Kathy Jordan Business Manager Treasurer/CFO

Mike Labriola Asst. Superintendent

GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Principal Tamiko Hatcher

Academy Principals

Chicola Whitfield Jerad Buck Arts & Communications Business & Marketing

Environmental Sciences Human Services

Mike Babics Leigh Anne Kummer

9th Grade Ind. Tech/Engineering/ Health Sciences

Associate Principal Career Tech Coordinator

Guidance

Kristen Zurbuch Kristy Blankenship

Grades 10-12 Grades 10-12

Last Names A-DA Last Names DE-HR

[email protected] [email protected]

Dawn Jones-Harrington Gayle Kimbrough

Grades 10-12 Grades 10-12

Last Names HU-MIL Last Names MIN-SO


Cathie Ellison Heather Zapolnik

Grades 10-12 Grade 9

Last Names SP-Z Last Names A-Z


mailto:[email protected]




GlenOak High School

Student / Parent Handbook

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

Bell Schedule 2

School Event Calendar 3

District Calendar 6 4

Where To Go For Assistance 5

Fees for GlenOak High School 6

Fees for Career Tech/Tech Prep Programs 7

GlenOak Testing Schedule 8

Senior Information 9

Grade Cards and Grading 9

Schedule Changes 9

High School Athletic Eligibility 10

Ohio Graduation Testing 10

Parking / Parking Permit 10

Search and Seizure 11

Work Permits 11

Medication Policy 12

School Arrivals, Dismissals, Closings 12

Attendance 12

Discipline Philosophy 13

Student Dress Code 14

Student Activities Conduct Code and Procedures 14

Athletics 16

Student Groups / Clubs / Organizations 16

Code of Conduct 18

“Bring Your Own Device” Student Policy 20

Consequences for Inappropriate Use Electronic Devices 21

Misconduct / Student Excluded Information 22

PlainNet User Policy and Agreement 23

Acceptable Use of Technology Student Agreement 24

Stark County District Library Customer Code of Conduct 27

Eagle’s Nest Cafe 28

High School Campus Map 29

“Providing the Plain Community with exceptional

education that is personalized and relevant.”

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GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL

Home of the Golden Eagles

2013-2014 BELL SCHEDULE

Warning Bell Rings at 7:20AM Tardy Bell Rings at 7:25AM

Period 1 (7:25-8:10AM) Period 2 (8:14-8:59AM) Period 3 (9:04-9:49AM) Period 4 (9:53-10:38AM)

Period 5 (10:43AM-12:43PM)

(10:43-11:13AM) 1st Lunch (11:13-11:43AM) 2nd Lunch (11:43-12:13PM) 3rd Lunch (12:13-12:43PM) 4th Lunch

Period 6 (12:48-1:32PM) Period 7 (1:36-2:20PM)

-The high school schedule is an A/B schedule.

The first day of school begins with an “A” day schedule.-

-The first day of the 2nd

semester (January 13, 2014) will begin on an “A” day schedule.-

-If school is cancelled for inclement weather or other reasons, the schedule will resume

on the day it was scheduled to be the day the students were off.-

Example…School on Tuesday was scheduled to be a “B” day schedule, when the students return, school will resume with the “B” day schedule.-

Direct calls to teaching staff cannot be placed to a room

during curriculum hours(7:20-2:20PM).

Teaching staff can be reached by sending an email to their direct school email address.

Email address can be located at the www.plainlocal.org site under GlenOak High School.

http://www.plainlocal.org/

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August 13 12th Grade Photo ID/Schedule Pick Up (8:00-11:00AM) / Door #17



August 15 MAKE-UP Day for Photo ID/Schedule Pick Up (Noon-3:00PM) Main Commons

August 16 District Teacher/Staff Work Day / No Students

August 19 District Convocation Day / No Students

August 20 9th Grade (Freshmen Transition Day) * Required First Day of School

August 21 First Day of School (Grades 9 – 12)

August 30 In Service Day / No Students

September 2 Labor Day / No School

September 21 ACT Testing (Pre-register at www.actstudent.org)

October 5 Fall Formal Homecoming Dance (8:00-11:00PM)

October 8 Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00-7:30PM)

Tech Prep Programs Open House / College Information Session

October 14 Columbus Day / No School

October 15 Junior Class Trip to Walsh University

October 16 Senior “Class of 2014” Meeting & Picture Day (7:30-9:00AM)

October 24 Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00-7:30PM)

Tech Prep Programs Open House / College Information Session

October 25 End of 1st Nine Weeks

October 25 In Service Day / No Students

October 26 ACT Testing (Pre-register at www.actstudent.org)

November 7 Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00-6:30PM)

November 28 Thanksgiving Break / No School

December 3 First Day Back to School after Thanksgiving Break

December 14 ACT Testing (Pre-register at www.actstudent.org)

December 18,19,20 Exams / 1st Semester

December 20 Last Day of School before Winter Break

December 23 First Day of Winter Break

January 6 First Day Back to School after Winter Break

January 7 Senior Graduation Meeting / Theater (11:00AM)

January 10 End of 2nd Nine Weeks

January 17 In Service Day / No Students

January 20 Martin Luther King Day / No School

February 8 ACT Testing (Pre-register at www.actstudent.org)

February 11 Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00-7:30PM)

February 17 President’s Day / No School

February 27 Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00-7:00PM)

March 21 End of 3rd Nine Weeks

March 24-28 Spring Recess / No School

March 31 First Day back to School after Spring Recess

April 12 ACT Testing (Pre-register at www.actstudent.org)

April 18 Good Friday / No School

May 17 Junior/Senior Prom

May 26 Memorial Day / No School

May 27 Graduation “Class of 2014” Evening Ceremony

May 27,28,29 Exams / 2nd Semester

May 29 End of 4th Nine Weeks / Last Day for Students

May 30 Staff Last Day / No Students

2013-2014 SCHOOL EVENT CALENDAR

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WHERE TO GO FOR ASSISTANCE

Sporting Event Ticket Office -Park in Upper East Parking Lot, Enter Door 17-

Ticket Office (Mrs. Kubilus)

330-491-3850

Athlete or Athletic Information

Athletic Director (Mr. Garcia)

Athletic Office (Mrs. Frisbee)

330-491-3779

Call A Student Off Sick, Tardy,

Early Dismissal, Make-up Homework,

or an Advance Absence Request

(24 Hour Attendance Lines)

Last Names Beginning with A-Da

330-491-3811

Last Names Beginning with Db-Mil

330-491-3821 Last names Beginning with Mim-Z

330-491-3841

All 9th

Grade Students (A-Z)

330-491-3831

Bus Information Transportation Department

330-492-1918

Enroll a Student

Withdraw a Student

330-491-3872 (Mrs. Gay)

330-491-3876 (Mrs. Schaffer)

Find Homeroom

Get Parking Permit

Get Student Locker Combination


Academy Office (A217)

Last Names Beginning with Db-Mil

Academy Office (B117) Last names Beginning with Mim-Z

Academy Office (C217)

All 9th


Academy Office (D117)

Class Schedule / Class Schedule

Changes/Testing Information/Letters of

Recommendation/Student Needs

Academy Counselor


Office (A218) Mrs. Zurbuch

Last Names Beginning with Db-Hr

Office (B216) Mrs. Blankenship Last names Beginning with Hs-Mil

Office (B118) Ms. Jones-Harrington

Last names Beginning with Mim-So

Office (C216) Mrs. Kimbrough

Last names Beginning with Sp-Z

Office (C116) Ms. Ellison

All 9th


Office (D117) Mrs. Zapolnik

Copy of Transcript ($3.00) Main Office

330-491-3800

Leave Message for a Teacher Main Office 330-491-3800

Direct email to www.plainlocal.org

Pay Fines / Fees

Financial Secretary / Main Office

330-491-3544 (Mrs. Scheiring)

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GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL

Instructional Fee $16.00

Computer Apps for Business 15.00 AP Biology 16.00

Intro to Business 8.00 AP Chemistry 25.00

AP Physics 16.00

News Staff 10.00 Anatomy/Physiology 16.00

Int Bio Science 12.00

Contemporary Issues 10.00 Chemistry 16.00

Environmental Science 16.00

Enriched Art I, II, III 25.00 Earth Science 12.00

AP Art 30.00 Physics 12.00

Art History I, II 10.00 Hnrs Biology 12.00

Art Appreciation 10.00 Hnrs Chemistry 16.00

Art Survey I, II 15.00 Medical Terminology 75.00

Ceramics I, II, III 40.00

Sculpting 30.00

Multimedia Comm. Skills 10.00

Freshmen Mixed 10.00

Intro to Robotics 20.00

Women’s Chorus 10.00 Robotics I 30.00

Concert Choir 10.00 FND Industrial & Engineer 15.00

Chorale 10.00 Wood Eng 25.00

Treble Chorus 10.00

Healthy Relationships 20.00

PLATO (Per Course) 50.00

AP English III 20.00

Spanish III 15.00 Honors Pre-Calculus 100.00

Spanish III 15.00 English IV (Dual Credit) 120.00

Hnrs Spanish III 15.00 Master Student (Dual Credit) 75.00

AP Spanish 30.00 Computer Applications for

Hnrs French IV 16.00 Business (Dual Credit) 90.00

All Florida Virtual Online Classes will have a fee of $15 per ½ credit.

Chrome Book Lease (Grade 9) - $50.00

Freshmen CORE Class Fees

Int Science I / Hnrs 12.00

Technology Fee 4.00

Sub Total $ 16.00

Instructional Fee + 16.00

Total $ 32.00

(Over for Career Tech Fees)

Fees for 2013/2014 School Year

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Fees for 2013/2014 Career Tech / Tech Prep Programs

Business Management & Support - Sr. $ 60.00 - Separate check to activity account

Animation & Graphic Design I $ 60.00

Animation & Graphic Design II $ 22.00

Auto Mechanics I $ 55.00

Auto Mechanics II $ 55.00

Construction Trades I $ 78.00

Construction Trades II $ 50.00

Cosmetology I $ 250.00

Cosmetology II $ 175.00

Engineering Tech I $ 125.00

Engineering Tech II $ 125.00

Entertainment Technology I $ 25.00

Entertainment Technology II $ 30.00

Emergency Services I $ 78.00

Emergency Fire Services $ 78.00

Floral Design $ 65.00

Intro to Health Tech $ 10.00

Health Tech I $ 110.00

Health Tech II $ 23.00

High School of Business – Jr. $ 60.00

Horticulture I $ 50.00

Horticulture II $ 50.00

Hospitality I $ 35.00

Hospitality II $ 35.00

Marketing II $ 60.00 - Separate check to activity account

Nursing I $ 110.00

Nursing II $ 23.00

Pathway to Teaching I $ 70.00

Pathway to Teaching II $ 55.00

Photography I $ 100.00

Photography II $ 100.00

Residential Landscaping $ 8.00

Sports and Entertainment Marketing $ 30.00 - Separate check to activity account

Intro to Video Production $ 25.00

Video Production I $ 35.00

Video Production II $ 35.00

Fees for classes held at other schools; need to be paid to those individual schools.

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FALL 2013 WINTER 2013-14 SPRING 2014

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PSAT Test (October 19) Quality Core EOC Exams (May 27, 28, 29)

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PSAT Test (October 19) PLAN Test (October 28) Practice OGT

Study Island Practice OGT (Jan 6-10)

OGT Testing (Mar 10-21) Quality Core EOC Exams (May 27, 28, 29)

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ACT Test (September 21) ACT Test (October 26) PSAT Test (October 19) SAT Test (October 5) SAT Test (November 2) OGT Test (Oct 28-Nov 1)

ACT Test (December 14) ACT Test (February 8) SAT Test (December 7) SAT Test (January 25)

OGT Testing (Mar 10-21) Quality Core EOC Exams (May 27, 28, 29) ACT Test (April 12) ACT Test (June 14) SAT Test (March 8) SAT Test (May 3) SAT Test (June 7) AP Test (May 5-15)

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ACT Test (September 21) ACT Test (October 26) SAT Test (October 5) SAT Test (November 2) OGT Test (Oct 28-Nov 1)

ACT Test (December 14) ACT Test (February 8) SAT Test (December 7) SAT Test (January 25) Semester Exams/Grs 9-12 (Dec 18, 19,20)

OGT Testing (Mar 10-21) Quality Core EOC Exams (May 12, 13, 14) ACT Test (April 12) ACT Test (June 14) SAT Test (March 8) SAT Test (May 3) SAT Test (June 7) AP Test (May 5-15) Capstone Projects

GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL TESTING SCHEDULE

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SENIOR HONOR STUDENTS All senior students who have achieved a 4.0 or higher cumulative grade point average at the end of the first semester of their senior

year or the second semester of their senior year, shall be designated HONOR STUDENTS. The cumulative grade point average at

the end of the second semester is a combination of cumulative grades and points for earning advanced credits.

First semester Honor Students will be recognized during the Academic Awards program. All Honor Students will be seated at the

front of the graduating class for commencement.

From the group of Honor Students recognized at the Academic Awards Night, one student will be nominated and selected to address

the senior class and community at the commencement ceremony. These designated Honor Students, with supervision of the guidance department, will vote to elect the senior commencement speaker.

SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECT The senior capstone is a cumulative project GlenOak students complete as part of the senior English curriculum. Each student will present an individual capstone project based on his or her personal growth during high school. The focus for each project will be

based on research and student reflections related to an academic topic of interest or a career area of study. The key components of

the capstone project include: a belief statement, a formal letter, a letter of recommendation, a character statement, an explanation of post-graduation goals, a current résumé, a community service reflection essay, and information each student researched and

compiled in an academic format related to a specific topic or career interest. Each student will present his or her project in May

during his or her scheduled English class period. All presentations will be judged by members of the community and district staff. The capstone project is a senior English requirement for English IV, dual-credit English, and AP English Literature and

Composition. Specific details and information related to how to prepare a capstone project will be provided to all students by their

senior English teacher

PINNACLE The current computer system we are using for grading is called Pinnacle. Pinnacle may be accessed at the Plain Local website

under the Parent Resource Link.

GRADE CARDS AND GRADING 1) General

a) Grade cards will be generated by computer.

b) Grade cards are issued four (4) times each year. This is a record of a student’s progress and should be shown to the

parents. The grade card need not be returned to the school. Grade cards are usually mailed home a week after the end of the grading period.

c) The grade issued at the end of the first nine weeks of the semester is the grade-to-date. The semester grade is the final

grade based on performance over the entire semester.

2) Grading Scale

Percentage Range Letter Point Value

92-100 A 4 82-91 B 3

70-81 C 2

60-69 D 1 0-59 F 0

3) Make-up Work a) All make-up work is expected to be completed within two (2) class cycles after student returns, unless the illness kept the student out for a prolonged period. In this case, make-up will be required at the teacher’s discretion.

b) After six (6) school days have elapsed, no excuses or make-up will be accepted.

c) Advanced Absences – See Section “E” under Attendance.

4) Exams a) Semester exams are mandatory in all subject areas. A student who fails to take the semester exam will receive a zero for the exam grade when the absence is unexcused. Final exams make up 15% of the final grade.

SCHEDULE CHANGES 1) The development of a student schedule is one of the most important events during the school year. The student schedule is the

product of input from counselors, teachers, parents, and the student. It is assumed that the decisions that go into the selection

of courses are responsible ones by all involved. Classes are arranged and schedules are generated on registration selection

from last spring. This being the case, students are strongly encouraged to carefully select their courses, as changes in the fall

are disruptive and very limited.

During the 2012-2013 academic school year all underclassman will have a minimum of (7) classes on their schedule per

semester and all senior students will have a minimum of (6) classes on their schedule per semester.

a) Schedule Correction Policy: It is the student’s responsibility to verify his / her schedule before school dismisses in the spring. If there are any corrections, these should be done prior to the last day of classes.

b) Class Drop Policy: In the case of extenuating circumstances, a procedure for requesting a drop may be implemented

after classes have begun. The principal and academy principal may approve of a class drop without penalty during the

first five weeks of the semester. At the start of the sixth week of coursework, an approved class drop will result in an

“F” grade for the semester.

c) Class Add Policy: Within the first two weeks of school in the fall, a student may add a course in place of a study hall. This process will require the completion of a parent request form, teacher approval, and guidance / administration

approval. Class additions are limited.

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HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY* 1) For GlenOak students to be eligible to participate in interscholastic extra-curricular activities including athletics, students must

meet the following requirements:

a) In the immediately preceding grading period, a student must receive a passing grade in a minimum of five (5) one credit

courses or the equivalent, which count toward graduation; and b) Those grades referenced in (1a) must be, when combined, a total grade point average of at least 1.0 on a four point (4.0)

scale.

c) A student who failed one or more of the state OGT tests are required to participate in provided intervention programs in order to remain eligible. See OGT Testing for the board policy governing eligibility.

d) *Eligibility is subject to any and all rules and regulations of the State of Ohio and the Ohio High School Athletic

Association.

OHIO GRADUATION TESTING 1) By law, all high school students must pass the Ohio Graduation Test in order to graduate from high school. This test is given

for the first time in March of the sophomore year. 2) Any student satisfying the GlenOak graduation requirements but not successfully passing all five sections of the Ohio

Graduation Test will not receive a diploma from GlenOak High School.

OGT Eligibility for Participation in GlenOak Activities

1) In order to remain eligible for participation in any and all GlenOak co-curricular and extra-curricular activities: *

a) All GlenOak students must participate in intervention activities during the school year as assigned.

b) All 10th, 11th, and 12th grade GlenOak students who have not passed the Ohio Graduation Test (OGT) required for

graduation, in one or more areas, by the end of their 10th grade year must participate in summer intervention as assigned.

c) The superintendent and / or a designee may assign alternative intervention in cases of unavoidable hardship. *Activities include, but are not limited to, athletics, band, choir, and all other clubs and organizations.

LOCKERS 1) Lockers remain the property of GlenOak High School. Lockers are for student use only, and may be searched or inspected at

any time.

2) Students who participate in PE, dance and athletics are required to supply their own lock in the locker room areas. 3) Plain School employees assume no responsibility for items not secured and / or left unattended.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION LOCKERS 1) Students should always lock all their personal items in their assigned locker. 2) Students are not permitted to leave personal items outside of their Phys Ed locker while they are in Physical Education classes

in the gymnasiums, building, weight room or outside of the building on fields.

3) GlenOak High School / Plain Local School District is not responsible for lost or stolen property that has not been secured in the student’s locker.

PARKING 1) Driving is a privilege that is granted to students willing to abide by the driving contract. At no time is a student required to

drive to school. This privilege can be rescinded.

2) The school provides part time security personnel for the parking area. The school will not be held liable for damage to

vehicles or items stolen from vehicles. 3) Students are required to park within the white lines in the assigned student parking area on the east side of GlenOak High

School. Parking is not permitted along driveways and designated fire lanes.

4) Parking violations will result in the following disciplinary actions: a) 1st violation $ 5.00 fine

b) 2nd violation $10.00 fine and Suspension Alternative School

c) 3rd violation $15.00 fine and 30 Day Parking Privilege Suspension d) 4th violation $20.00 fine and Parking Privilege Removed for a Semester

PARKING PERMIT

ALL DRIVERS SHALL OBEY THE TRAFFIC LAWS OF THE STATE OF OHIO AND

COMPLY WITH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS

SET FORTH BY SCHOOL OFFICIALS. 5) We realize that student driving is necessary for employment commitments and the convenience of participating in

extracurricular activities. The following rules will apply to all students driving to school and using the parking facilities.

Abuse of the student driving regulations will result in the student NOT being permitted to drive to school. In all cases, a

student-parking permit is required and can be purchased in the student’s academy office from the academy secretary at GlenOak High School. Price of the parking permit is $50.00. A reduced price of $25.00 will be offered at the beginning of

the second semester.

a) The parking permit must be properly affixed to the rear view mirror of your vehicle in order to be valid. b) Failure to register a vehicle and / or failure to display a parking permit will result in having the vehicle towed at the

owner’s expense.

c) If a student acquires a new vehicle, it will be necessary to transfer the permit to the new vehicle by notifying the secretary in the academy office.

6) Students are not permitted to eat, smoke, sit in or loiter around any vehicle on school grounds.

7) Students are not permitted to leave the parking lots in a vehicle for lunch.

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8) Tardiness is considered an abuse of driving privileges. Prompt arrival to school is expected. Inclement weather, mechanical

difficulty, and traffic conditions are NOT excused tardies. Repeated tardiness will result in the loss of driving privileges

and possible suspension.

9) Reckless or dangerous driving practices on school property will result in the loss of driving privileges at the administrator’s

discretion.

10) Vehicles or automobiles parked on school premises maybe subject to search based on reasonable suspicion. Refusal by any of

the parties to provide or allow access to vehicle at the time of a search shall be cause for terminating the privilege without further hearing.

TRESPASS NOTICE No one is permitted on school property without a legitimate reason. All visitors are to report to the main office (door #1), as is

posted on the entrances. Those determined to be trespassing will be reported to the proper authorities and evicted from the building.

SEARCH AND SEIZURE A search may be conducted of a particular person, place or thing, if there is reasonable suspicion that such a search will lead to the discovery of evidence that the student:

a. has violated or is violating a rule or behavior normally contained in the student handbook or

b. has violated or is violating a particular law or c. possesses an item or substance which presents an immediate danger of physical harm or illness to students and staff or

GlenOak High School / Plain Local Schools property.

LOCKERS AND OTHER STORAGE AREAS PROVIDED

1) All lockers and other storage areas provided for student use remain the property of the District, these lockers and storage

areas are subject to inspection, access for maintenance, and search pursuant to these guidelines. A student using the locker or storage area or the contents contained therein. No student shall lock or otherwise impede access to any locker

or storage area except with a lock provided by or approved by the principal. Unapproved locks will be removed and

destroyed. 2) The principal may search student lockers and storage areas and the contents contained therein at any time for any

justifiable reason.

3) The principal may, at any time, request assistance of the Stark County Sheriff Department having jurisdiction over the facilities of the Plain Local School District. The law enforcement officer must have probable cause; however, to conduct

a search of the lockers and storage areas and the contents contained therein.

DESKS AND OTHER STORAGE AREAS

1) A desk or any other storage area in the school provided for student use as well as the contents contained therein may be

searched when the principal has reasonable suspicion for a search.

K-9 SEARCHES In an effort to maintain the safety and security of staff and students at GlenOak High School, the school is authorized to use specially trained dogs to detect the presence of drugs and devices such as bombs on school property. The dogs would be allowed to

examine a student’s possessions including a vehicle as well as the lockers. The use of these dogs can take place at any time during

the school year.

CROWD CONTROL

Any student who does not leave the scene of a fight or school disruption or impedes a staff member’s ability to control a situation

may have disciplinary action. A student encouraging or instigating a fight may also be disciplined.

VISITORS / PAST GRADUATES / FORMER ATHLETES

1) Parents and other adults may visit the school at any time. Visits by students or other non-adults will not be permitted. Past

graduates may only visit after regular school hours with prior permission from administration and must sign in at the main

office. Former athletes may only enter the building after regular school hours with prior permission from the current AD and must sign in at the athletic office.

2) Visitors must register in the Main Office immediately upon arrival and receive a visitor pass. Visitors not abiding by

GlenOak High School / Plain Local School District rules and requirements will be asked to leave. 3) Visitors refusing to leave the building when requested by an administrator will be subject to arrest for trespassing.

BEHAVIOR OUTSIDE CLASS

1) Move quickly between classes without running.

2) Speak in a normal tone of voice.

3) Promote respect for all school property by keeping the floors and walls unmarked.

4) Refrain from public displays of affection. 5) Identify oneself to any and all staff upon request.

6) Do not loiter in the restrooms or hallways.

7) Refrain from sitting on hallway floors, as it becomes a traffic and safety concern.

8) Students are not permitted to leave the building without prior approval from an academy office.

WORK PERMITS

1) Part-time or full-time work permits may be obtained in the main office or academy offices. Proof of student’s birthdate may be required if student is not enrolled at GlenOak full time. No physical is required by the school issuing the permit.

2) Past attendance may influence whether or not the student receives a work permit at the discretion of an administrator.

3) Work permits will be processed in a maximum of 2 days.

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MEDICATION POLICY Before any prescribed or over the counter medication may be administered by the principal, academy principal, or their designee,

the parent must provide the school with the original prescription container and the completed “Medication Administration Record

(MAR)” form which is available in the school office. Forms are also needed for the use of self-medicated inhalers.

SCHOOL ARRIVAL

Upon arrival at school, proceed into the building immediately. Do not loiter on the grounds or in vehicles. Also, students are

prohibited from gathering to use tobacco products on property adjacent to the school boundaries.

SCHOOL DISMISSAL

At the conclusion of the school day, all students must vacate the building no later than 2:30pm unless with a coach or academic

advisor. Students are to depart the building through door #1 or door #17 only. Do not loiter on the grounds or in cars. Also, students are prohibited from gathering to use tobacco products on property adjacent to the school boundaries. Students found at

Schneider Street Park during school hours may be charged with trespassing / truancy.

SCHOOL CLOSINGS

Schools may need to be closed due to severe weather or other emergencies during the school year. Such closings will be posted on

our website at www.plainlocal.org and / or announced on WHBC 1480 AM radio under the name of “Plain Local Schools.” Every attempt will be made to have such closings aired no later than 7:00 am.

ATTENDANCE Ohio Revised Code 2151.022 stipulates that seven (7) or more consecutive school days, ten (10) or more school days in one month

or fifteen (15) or more school days in a school year shall be considered truant and / or chronically truant from school. It may also

result in the forfeiture of a driver’s license or the right to attain a driver’s license. Students must attend 50% of the school day to receive attendance credit for that day.

1) Absence from School a) Regular attendance is essential to the success of the student while in school. In addition, it becomes part of a student’s

permanent record and is an important element in recommendations for employment, promotion, and entrance to college

or other fields.

b) Parents need to phone the Academy Office the day of the absence or provide a written note when the student

returns. Please do not text or call your student during the school day. c) Calls must be made the morning of the student’s absence. Procedures for school absence:

i) Parents are requested to call in by 8:00 a.m. and inform the academy secretary of the absence at the number listed in

the front of the planner. ii) The school will accept the following reasons for an absence:

(1) Personal illness or quarantine (2) Illness or death in the family

(3) Religious holiday

(4) Emergency

d) In the event of a student’s absence where no parental notification was reviewed the day of the absence, the student will

be required to turn in a note from the parent / guardian stating

(1) The date of the absence (2) The reason for the absence

(3) Parent / Guardian phone contact number

e) A student who does not present a statement the day he or she returns will still be charged with an unexcused absence. If he / she brings a valid written statement the second day, the unexcused absence will be vetoed; if not, the absence will be

considered a truancy. Parents will be informed of truancies and disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the

code of conduct.

2) Tardiness to School a) The school day starts at the beginning of the first period class.

b) A written reason, signed by a parent, is required as an explanation for tardiness. The school will excuse tardiness for reasons that are the same as those for which it will excuse absence.

c) An “unexcused tardy” form or an “excused tardy” form will be issued and validated by the Attendance Office. No

student will be admitted to class without a signed “excused” or “unexcused” tardy slip. d) A tardy is defined as arriving less than 10 minutes late to class. Students arriving more than 10 minutes late to class may

be considered truant.

e) Students must enter either door #1 or door #17 and sign-in immediately at that entrance.

3) Early Dismissal

a) A student who has to be excused early from school will observe the following procedure:

i) The student must deliver a written request signed by a parent to the Academy Office before the school day. ii) A parent is required to call the Academy Office to verify the request prior to the student’s departure.

iii) Cell phone calls / text messages to students from a parent / guardian are NOT permitted and will not excuse

the student for an early dismissal.

iv) The student must check out at the Academy Office when he / she depart from school and proceed to the main

office for pick up. v) A student without a written request will not be excused unless the parent picks up the student at the Main Office.

b) A student, who, for some unexpected reason, has to depart school during the school day, is required to report to the

Academy Office prior to leaving the building. The student’s parents will be contacted for approval of the student’s departure.

c) No student will be excused without the verbal approval of a parent.

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4) Illness During the School Day a) If a student becomes ill during the school day, the student must report to their Academy Office and an adult in the

Academy Office must make the call home. Cell phone calls / text messages to parents or guardians from a student

are NOT permitted and will NOT excuse the student for an early dismissal.

b) A student suffering minor cuts or abrasions will be treated. School personnel will issue no aspirin or other medication.

Temporary illness during the day will not be accepted as an excuse for any class missed unless the teacher or the

Academy Office excused the absence in advance. The school has no clinic. Students who are ill either will be released to go home or will be sent to class.

5) Advanced Absence

a) A student who anticipates being absent from school for any reason is required to obtain an advanced absence request

form from the Academy Office.

b) The request form is to be completed and signed by a parent and returned to the Academy Office. The form should be returned at least one week prior to the absences to permit schoolwork to be made up before the absence, or to permit the

preparation of assignments to aid the student in keeping up with the progress of his/her classes.

c) GlenOak High School does not promote absences for reasons not approved by the Board of Education. On rare occasions, however, such absences will be permitted so long as the student endeavors to complete all assignments

provided. A school administrator approves all such requests.

d) An administrator must approve advanced absence requests. e) Once approved, the advanced absence form will be returned to the student, who will have it signed by each of his / her

classroom teachers.

f) Requests for an advanced absence to accompany parents on vacation must be returned to the academy office secretary at

least one week prior to absences.

6) Early Release

a) A student may be authorized to regularly depart the school before the end of the school day if he or she meets any of the

following requirements:

i) Enrollment in a school related work program. ii) Enrollment in a college or technical school.

iii) Special permission approved by an administrator.

b) A student authorized to depart early must leave the building at the time specified or face the possibility of disciplinary action or the loss of his / her permission.

c) Cell phone calls / text messages from students to a parent or guardian are NOT permitted and will not excuse the

student for an early dismissal.

7) Departures

a) Students are not permitted to leave the school building at any time during the school day without an excuse from the Academy Office. Students authorized to enter or leave school at any time other than normal bus arrivals or departures

are required to use either door #1 or door #17.

b) Students failing to follow the above procedures will be considered truant.

DISCIPLINE PHILOSOPHY

The Plain Local District Philosophy recognizes the individuality of each child, notwithstanding the need for children to “...accept

and live in accord with the positive expectations of our free democratic society.” A significant component of that need is the child’s

adherence to acceptable standards of behavior established by the school. Accordingly, the Plain Local School District shall provide all students the guidelines necessary for clear recognition of behavior expectations, in order that learners realize this important

element of good citizenship.

The ultimate purpose of education is to help each student become an effective citizen in a democracy. Each student must have the

opportunity to exercise the rights of citizenship, as well as to assume the responsibilities and the obligations of those rights.

One of the most important lessons to be learned is discipline. While it does not appear as a subject, discipline underlies the whole

educational structure. Discipline is a process that develops self-control, character, orderliness, and efficiency. It is the key to proper

conduct and the foundation for good citizenship.

Students should be taught to assume responsibility for obtaining the best education possible and learning to use opportunities wisely. Skills necessary to assume such responsibilities can be taught. Children begin formally to take responsibility for their self-

development, setting goals, and making decisions upon entering school.

Development of these skills leads to an understanding of the purpose of discipline. It also aids in the development of a positive

attitude toward discipline, as well as the habit of self-restraint, which is necessary in a democratic society. It is essential then that

each student develop: 1) a respect for his or her own individual worth; 2) a respect for the rights of others; 3) exemplary personal standards of courtesy, decency and honesty; 4) respect for real and personal property; 5) a respect for the law and those given the

authority to administer it.

Each student shall be guaranteed the protection of due process in disciplinary actions. However, the maintenance of discipline in

our schools is the shared responsibility of all school personnel, students and their parents. Underlying all proceedings is the belief

that discipline is a growth process and that parents and staff will work together in guiding students in this process of growth and self-development.

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STUDENT DRESS CODE 1) Purpose

a) Freedom to express one’s individuality exists through participation in the many activities associated with the educational program. This dress code does not deprive one of those freedoms.

b) School dress, like all modes of dress, should be appropriate for the environment and the activity in which the individual

is involved. Anything deemed to be distractive or detrimental to the education program will not be permitted. c) It is believed that the following regulations should be implemented to accomplish the above purposes:

i) The dress and appearance of students be restricted only by the standards of cleanliness, safety, and that which is

appropriate to the setting. ii) The specific guidelines for definition of these standards will be established and reviewed as needed by a

student/faculty/parent committee.

2) Guidelines for student dress code while in the school building

a) All decisions as to the appropriateness and safety of school dress will be at the discretion of the building

administrator. i) All clothing is to be clean, untattered, untorn, and worn appropriately.

ii) Foot outerwear must be worn at all times (shoes or sandals). House slippers are not permitted.

iii) Hair must be clean, groomed, and not of a distracting nature. iv) Proper dress may be prescribed in a given laboratory or instructional situation, including extracurricular activities

and special programs that go beyond the ordinary school day.

v) Mid-thigh is the minimum length for dresses, skirts and shorts. Skirt slits must not extend higher than mid-thigh. vi) Pants and shorts must be worn appropriately at waist level. Undergarments should not be exposed. Pajama

bottoms are not permitted.

vii) Sleeveless undershirts, tank tops, tube tops, and cut-off t-shirts are not permitted for outerwear. viii) Bare midriff, bare back low cut tops, tight fitting and other revealing garments are prohibited. Undergarments are

to be covered by outerwear.

ix) Apparel that has any stated or implied reference to alcohol, drugs, and tobacco, sex, gangs, and cults, symbols of death, violence or obscene language is not permitted.

x) Coats, jackets, head covering, bandanas, gloves and sunglasses are not to be worn or carried in the school

during the school day. All of the items listed must be stored in the student’s assigned locker.

xi) Chains and other potentially dangerous apparel are not permitted.

xii) Spandex pants or leggings must be covered by appropriate apparel to mid thigh.

3) Implementation Throughout the regular school day, teachers and staff will monitor and enforce the Plain Local District dress code. Students who

will not comply with the requests to conform will be dealt with under the Plain Local School District Code of Conduct.

Students so identified will report to the appropriate administrator who will adjudge the validity of the nonconformity of the

approved school dress code. If found to be appropriately dressed or groomed, the student will be permitted to return to the class with a pass indicating that the apparel/grooming is proper. If found not appropriately dressed or groomed, the student must

meet the requirements of the dress code prior to returning to class. Dress code violations will result in Suspension

Alternative School assignments or suspension.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

CONDUCT CODE AND PROCEDURES The most important goal of GlenOak High School activity programs is to provide every participant the opportunity to grow

mentally, morally, physically and emotionally. To assure that the programs can provide these opportunities, two things are required: first, a belief that students need to experience a wide range of activities to develop the total person. Second, a belief that self-

discipline is required of every student involving compliance with rules and regulations concerning behavior.

Students are encouraged to be involved in a diverse cross section of activities. In case of any conflicts between activities coaches

and advisors will work to maintain schedules that will allow for the student to participate to their maximum capabilities in all activities. However, due to the scheduling of the calendar, the demands placed on practice, rehearsal, and meeting times and places,

and the need to develop positive group and team morale, conflicts will exist. To resolve these issues the coaches and advisors

directly involved will resolve said conflicts within the framework of the best interests of the team and the groups affected.

Self-discipline must be encouraged and is the cornerstone of a person’s character. Part of self-discipline involves the compliance

with rules and regulations. Participation in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities at GlenOak High School is to be considered a PRIVILEGE, and not a RIGHT.

The following conduct code and procedures have been established for all co-curricular and extra-curricular activities sponsored by GlenOak High School. The students are expected to maintain the highest standards of conduct and behavior.

The authorization of student codes of conduct to include discipline for misconduct which occurs off school property to the extent that (1) the misconduct is connected to activities or incidents which have occurred on property owned or controlled by the Board of

Education, and (2) misconduct by a pupil that, regardless of where it occurs, is directed at a district official or employee, or the

property of such official or employee. R.C. 3313.661(A).

Students may now be “PROHIBITED” from participating in any or all-extracurricular activities. ANY administrative personnel or

other personnel employed by the district to direct, supervise, or coach a pupil activity program may do this R.C. 3313.664. Again, choices will have to be made as to who will be given this authority.

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The following Code of Conduct and procedures have been established for all activities sponsored by GlenOak High School. Included, but not limited to, are all clubs, class organizations, athletic programs, academic competitions, honors programs,

intramurals, music programs and award programs.

1) Student Code of Conduct

a) The GlenOak High School Student Code of Conduct is in effect for all participants and all student observers in all co-

curricular and extra-curricular activities sponsored by GlenOak High School on our site, or other sites, and while en

route by transportation provided by the Plain Local Schools or its representatives.

2) Activity Rules and Regulations

a) In addition, each advisor, director, or coach shall distribute and explain the rules and regulations pertinent to that

particular activity and list the possible consequences of violations. These rules must be on file in the principal’s office and the Athletic Administrator’s Office when appropriate.

3) Denial of Participation

a) Students may be denied participation or permanently excluded from an activity or program for violations in the following areas at any time:

i) Chemical use and/or abuse

(1) Students shall not at any time possess, use, sell, offer to sell, deliver, conceal or consume, or be under the

influence of any drug of abuse including alcoholic beverages or any counterfeit drugs of abuse. Counterfeit

drugs of abuse include any substances that are directly or indirectly represented to be a drug of abuse. Participants shall not possess, use, sell, and offer to sell, deliver or conceal any instruments or paraphernalia

for use with drugs of abuse. (Consequences for violations in this area may also involve mandatory chemical

assessment and / or participation in Community Intervention “Insight” classes).

Disruption of Activity

(2) A student shall not cause disruption or obstruction of educational programs, whether curricular, extra-

curricular by violence, coercion, threat, or verbal abuse.

ii) Damage of Property

(1) A student shall not willfully or recklessly cause or attempt to cause damage to property owned by the Board

of Education, private individuals, or other public agencies.

iii) Violent or Aggressive Behavior

(1) Any act of violent or aggressive nature, including but not limited to, verbal abuse of students and / or staff,

initiating and / or engaging in fights, assault, possession of a weapon or look-alike weapon, intimidating, threatening, harassing a student or staff person, and / or hazing.

iv) Dangerous Weapons and Instruments

(1) A student shall not illegally use, possess, handle, transmit, or conceal, dangerous weapons or look-alike weapons, substances, or instruments which include but are not limited to, firearms, knives, tear gas,

firecrackers, explosives, incendiaries, or other similar devices.

v) Use of Tobacco

(1) A student shall not use or possess any tobacco or synthetic tobacco product, which shall include, but not

limited to, cigarettes, cigars, snuff, chewing tobacco and pipes. The Ohio Tobacco Law will be in effect.

vi) Obscenity

(1) A student shall not use obscene, profane or other patently offensive language or gestures.

vii) Theft

(1) A student shall not wrongfully take, carry away or exercise control over property of other individuals,

schools, or Boards of Education.

viii) Disobedience

(1) A student shall not fail to comply with the rules and regulations of the activity as set forth by the advisor, director or coach, GlenOak High School, or any additional rules and regulations required by the activity’s

local, regional, state, and national governing bodies including the Federal League and O.H.S.A.A.

ix) Proficiency Eligibility for Participation in GlenOak Activities:

(1) In order to remain eligible for participation in any and all GlenOak co-curricular and extra-curricular

activities: *

(a) All GlenOak students must participate in intervention activities during the school year as assigned.

(b) All GlenOak students who have not passed the Ohio Graduation Test required for graduation, in

one or more areas, by the end of their 10th grade year must participate in summer intervention as

assigned.

(c) The superintendent and / or a designee may assign an alternative intervention in cases of unavoidable

hardship.

*Activities include but are not limited to: athletics, band, choir, and all other clubs and organizations.

4) Duration of Code a) This policy shall go into effect for all GlenOak High School participants in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities

on the first day of GlenOak’s participation in fall extra-curricular or co-curricular activities, whichever is earlier, and

shall stay in effect until the last day of school or the last day of extra-curricular or co-curricular activities, whichever is

the latest. It also includes any organized activity under the direction of an advisor, director or coach. Penalties for violations of this code may be enforced for up to twelve (12) months following a violation.

5) Procedures a) All GlenOak High School students will receive a copy of the code of conduct agreement on the first day of school each

year. Students are automatically under the contract regardless of whether or not they sign it. All students and their

parents/guardians shall attend mandatory meetings prior to the start of their activity. The coach / advisor may provide copies of additional rules and review the conduct agreement.

6) Penalties

a) First Offense i) A first offense shall result in ten percent (10%) denial of participation from all scheduled contests, competitions,

programs or performances effective immediately. During this period, students may participate in all scheduled

practices and meetings at the discretion of the advisor, director or coach. In activities, which do not follow a

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regular schedule of contests, competitions, programs, or performances, the advisor / director and principal shall determine an appropriate consequence.

ii) In the event of a drug or alcohol related offense, the student shall also be required to participate in “Insight” classes

and may have a professional assessment and follow the recommendation. Failure to comply with all requirements

shall result in immediate dismissal from all GlenOak High School extra-curricular activities, including the

receiving of award, until such times of the obligation is met.

b) Second Offense i) A second offense will result in immediate dismissal from all extra-curricular activities for the remainder of the

school year and may be excluded up to a 12-month period following the date of infraction. In the event of a second

drug or alcohol related offense, a professional assessment will be mandated. Failure to comply with all recommendations will result in the denial of participation in any future GlenOak High School extra-curricular

activity.

7) Due Process a) A student who is found to be in violation of the Student Activities Code of Conduct will have the opportunity of a

hearing with the assistant principal, the advisor, director, or coach, and the Athletic Administrator, when appropriate. b) The student will receive a description of the offense and the assigned consequences in writing. The student and his or

her parent / guardian may appeal the penalty by notifying the principal (or designated administrator) in writing within

five (5) days of the hearing. The principal (or designated administrator) will form an appeal committee of at least three (3) staff members who may affirm, reverse, or modify the disciplinary action. Any further appeal must be made to the

superintendent, in writing, within five (5) days of the committee’s decision.

c) Any student-participant who has been denied participation after a second offense and has followed the recommendations of professional assessment and has demonstrated a renewed commitment to upholding the GlenOak High School

Activities Code of Conduct may appeal in writing to the high school principal for possible reinstatement.

8) Additional Responsibilities a) All participants in GlenOak High School extra-curricular activities must have on file for each school year:

i) Code of Conduct Agreement

ii) Emergency Medical Authorization Form iii) Activities Conflict Form

b) In addition, student athletes must provide:

i) Physical form ii) Parent Information Form

9) Equipment and Materials a) Students are responsible for the care and keeping of all materials issued to them as participants in a GlenOak High

School activity. Participants who fail to return any issued uniforms, equipment or supplies at the designated times will

be fined the cost of replacing said property at current prices. In addition, the school may hold all report cards,

certificates, diplomas, etc., and deny further participation in GlenOak activities until appropriate compensation is made.

ATHLETICS

1) GlenOak High School supports 20 varsity sports. In addition, most of the 20 varsity sports have junior varsity and freshman

teams. Any GlenOak student can compete on these teams if they maintain eligibility requirements and the “Activity Code of Conduct.” To sign up, contact the appropriate head coach or the Athletic Administrator.

a) Athletic (Interscholastic)…by season: i) FALL – Cross Country (Boys), Cross Country (Girls), Football, Golf (Boys), Golf (Girls), Soccer (Girls), Soccer

(Boys), Tennis (Girls), Volleyball and Water Polo (Boys & Girls).

ii) WINTER – Basketball (Boys), Basketball (Girls), Bowling (Boys), Bowling (Girls), Gymnastics, Swimming

(Boys), Swimming (Girls), Wrestling and Indoor Track and Field (Boys & Girls). iii) SPRING – Baseball, Softball, Tennis (Boys), Track (Boys), Track (Girls).

STUDENT GROUPS / CLUBS / ORGANIZATIONS 1) To join any of the groups at GlenOak, you should contact the appropriate advisor. In most cases, P. A. announcements are

made or signs posted regarding when the group is being organized. To be eligible for membership in any group, students must

maintain the requirements of the group and the “Activity Code of Conduct”.

a) ACADEMIC CHALLENGE TEAM – Our GlenOak team competes against other schools in a challenge round type format answering questions. Students meet to prepare for these challenge matches. If you enjoy testing your knowledge

and ability to recall information, or if you enjoy watching the popular”Jeopardy!” game show, you will find this group is

for you. b) ACADEMIC LETTER - Students interested in pursuing and obtaining an Academic Letter must maintain 3.0 or higher,

have zero unexcused absences and no more than 3 excused absences each nine weeks (this excludes school related

absences), no discipline referrals, and 10 hours of community services each 9 weeks. The fourth nine weeks we will celebrate the students’ successful accomplishment of obtaining the Academic Letter.

c) BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA – BPA is the student organization for students enrolled in Career Tech

Business programs. Our mission is to contribute to the preparation of a world-class workforce through advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic and technological skills. Students are given opportunities for club leadership,

community service, and competitive testing. d) CHEERLEADING – The GlenOak Cheerleading Organization is responsible as outlined in the Cheerleaders’

Constitution. Tryouts are held in the spring.

e) CHORAL MUSIC GROUPS – Choral music groups are open to all students with an interest in singing. Students should schedule a “Choir Placement” or “Audition” accordingly in the spring. Some groups require auditions with the

director before final selections are made. Choral groups include Freshman Treble Choir, Freshman Mixed Choir, the

Notables, Chorale, Treble Chorus, Women’s Chorus, Men’s Chorus, Concert Choir, and the Drifters. Choral groups may perform at various functions, participate in contests, and will be involved in concerts throughout the year.

f) CLASS OFFICERS – Each class elects officers (president, vice president, secretary, treasurer) who help coordinate

class projects. In addition, class officers serve on the Executive Committee of Student Council. Elections for the

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sophomore, junior, and senior classes are held in the spring. Freshmen delegates are elected in the spring of their eighth grade year. The application process for any student council representative opens in the fall for all interested students.

g) DECA – DECA is an organization of marketing students. It is available to all GlenOak students enrolled in the business

cluster and marketing related classes. It is designed to promote activities that develop leadership, teamwork skills, and

individual growth in the areas of marketing, management and entrepreneurship

h) DRAMA CLUB – The Drama Club gives students an opportunity to participate in theater activities as an actor,

crewmember, or director. Any student may join. i) FACES - (Females Articulating Character, Excellence and Success) Female students have the opportunity to connect

with students and adults in the community. Students are exposed to teamwork and planning, new ideas for development

of projects involving community programs and organizations. Several community leaders connect with the students during the school year.

j) INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC GROUPS - The Plain Local School District maintains a number of groups that perform at

various functions and concerts. Marching Band, Jazz, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and a Strings Ensemble make up the high school program. The GlenOak Majorette Line is also a part of the band along with “Ernie” Eagle. Any student

who plays a band instrument is eligible for these groups after auditioning. k) KEY CLUB - The purpose of Key Club is service to others and leadership development of its members. The Belden

Village Kiwanis Club sponsors this group. As a chapter member of Key Club International, members strive to work and

coordinate with them, as well as, sponsor local community projects and activities. The membership drive for Key Club is held in the early weeks of September of the current school year.

l) INTERNATIONAL CLUB—Students currently enrolled in a foreign language class or students who have completed

two years of a language may become members of the language club. Objectives of the language club include: fostering an interest in and appreciation of the culture, foods, travel, holidays, and traditions related to the language.

m) MUSICAL PRODUCTION – GlenOak High School may sponsor a school-wide musical on alternating years. Any

student may tryout for roles and various crews. Auditions will be announced over the P.A. n) NATIONAL FORENSIC LEAGUE (NFL) – Students interested in competing in various speech and debate

tournaments can join NFL. Sign up is held in the fall for the various categories, which include Lincoln-Douglas,

Humorous Interpretation, Foreign Extemp, Duet Acting, Prose/Poetry, Oratorical Interpretation, Domestic Extemp, Dramatic Interpretation, Two-Man Debate, and Four-Man Debate.

o) NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS) – National Honor Society honors students who create enthusiasm for

scholarship, serve others in the community, promote worthy leadership, and develop the character of all students. Juniors and seniors who have a 3.67 grade point average are eligible for National Honor Society. Once eligible, students

must complete an application packet for NHS. Members of the

p) Faculty Council will then evaluate each applicant’s application based on the four areas of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. Once selected as a member of NHS, students are required to complete 45 hours of community

service to receive their honor cord for graduation.

q) NEWSPAPER - The school newspaper “THE EAGLE” offers interested students the chance to become involved in journalism. Staff members should have an interest in writing and a basic mastery of the writing skills.

r) OHIO MODEL UNITED NATIONS (OMUN) – The Ohio Model United Nations club (O.M.U.N.) is a student led

club that takes place during the fall months at GlenOak High School. Students are assigned a pre-determined country and work in groups to conduct research about that country. Through this research, students become experts on their country's

strengths and weaknesses in order to write a resolution that they will then present to other high school students from

around the state down in Columbus.

s) SCIENCE OLYMPIAD - The Science Olympiad Team is available to students who have typically excelled in the

areas of science and mathematics. Students practice and study various subtopics within science, including but not

limited to physics, chemistry, biology and engineering. The team competes at the annual Regional Science Olympiad in early March, and if it finishes high enough, will compete at the State Science Olympiad in the middle of April. The team

is limited to fifteen students and two alternates. Only seven seniors are allowed.

t) STUDENT COALITION FOR A BETTER ENVIRONMENT - The environment group promotes the sensible use of our national resources and the concept of recycling. Preserving the environment and all of its life forms is the focus of

their work.

u) STUDENT COUNCIL – The Student Council is a highly active group of representatives chosen from each class to serve as a governing body for student affairs. The Student Council’s principle purpose is to promote better relationships

between students and administration and to plan student activities. School wide balloting elects officers of the Student

Council. Besides the normal election process, students who wish to be on Council can take out a Representative Petition in the Fall of each school year.

v) TEEN COURT - Teen Court is a program sponsored by the Stark County Family Courts. Students hear real juvenile

cases for which they act as attorneys, bailiffs, and jury members. Students commit to 4 hours at the Stark County Family Courts in downtown Canton every Thursday evening. Approximately 25 students are selected for a fall session and a

spring session through competitive application.

w) YEARBOOK – The yearbook is a record of the past school year. Through photographs, an interesting story unfolds of students at work and play. All areas of student life are covered, including academics, independent study, sports and

clubs. The name of the yearbook is AURUM. The yearbook is sold during the school year and available for pick up the

following Fall. All seniors ordering yearbooks are called to pick up their yearbook in August. .

UNAUTHORIZED CLUBS The participation in any unauthorized club, secret society, satanic activity, and/or gang activity is absolutely prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to the display, wearing, or possession of contemporary gang identifiers, the use of gang hand signals, and

the solicitation of others for memberships, the requesting of payment of dues, insurance, or other forms of protection.

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CODE OF CONDUCT 1) General School Behavior

The student Code of Conduct was established for the welfare of the entire student body. Plain Local Schools’ students are

expected to behave in a manner appropriate to the setting. This expectation includes the time during which students are

attending school when it is in session, as well as those times when students are involved in or attending school functions

beyond the regular school day.

2) The Student’s Responsibility The school is a community and its rules and regulations are the laws of that community. All those who enjoy the rights of

citizenship in the school community must accept the responsibilities of citizenship. The student has the responsibility to: a) Be regular and punctual in attendance.

b) Conduct oneself in a manner that does not infringe upon the freedoms and rights of others.

c) Cooperate with fellow students and staff in contributing to the general welfare, health and safety of all. d) Respect the authority of all employees of the school district.

e) Conduct oneself outside the school in a manner which is credible to the student body.

f) Acknowledge and respect the property of other students and the property of the school. g) Maintain habits of appropriate dress and personal grooming.

h) Accept the obligation of being a good school citizen.

i) Realize that Plain Local encourages friendly relationships between boys and girls. Overt public display of affection, however, is inappropriate and not permitted. A public display of affection, which includes, but is not limited to, hugging

and kissing is inappropriate in the school setting. Students involved in these behaviors may be disciplined.

j) Refrain from using playing cards and dice during the school day. They are not permitted on school property.

k) Show courtesy towards all school personnel, visitors, fellow students, and the coaches and officials of all school

activities.

l) Take pride in everything Plain Local endeavors to accomplish and has accomplished. School spirit means loyalty to all functions of the school.

m) Report all incidents of intimidation, harassment, sexual harassment, and bullying to the to any staff member,

guidance counselor or appropriate administrator.

Harassment, intimidation or bullying behavior by any student/school personnel in the Plain Local School District is

strictly prohibited and such conduct may result in disciplinary action including suspension and/or expulsion from school.

“Harassment, intimidation or bullying” in accordance with House Bill 276 means any intentional written, verbal, graphic or physical act including electronically transmitted acts i.e., Internet, cell phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), or

wireless hand-held device, either overt or covert, by a student or group of students toward other students/school personnel with the intent to harass, intimidate, injure, threaten, ridicule or humiliate. Such behaviors are prohibited on or

immediately adjacent to school grounds, at any school-sponsored activity or school provided transportation or at any

official school bus stop that a reasonable person under the circumstances should know will have the effect of:

Causing mental or physical harm to the other student/school personnel including placing an individual in

reasonable fear of physical harm and/or damaging of students’ personal property; and,

Is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive so that it creates an intimidating, threatening or abusive educational environment for the other student/school personnel.

n) Physical- hitting, kicking, spitting, pushing, pulling, taking and / or damaging personal belongings or extorting money,

blocking or impeding student movement, unwelcome physical contact.

o) Verbal- taunting, malicious teasing, insulting, name-calling, making threats.

p) Psychological- spreading rumors, manipulating social relationships, coercion, or engaging in social exclusion / shunning, extortion or intimidation.

q) “Cyber bullying”- the use of information and communication technologies such as any form of WCD’s (Wireless

Communication Devices) e-mail, cell phones and pager texts messages, instant messaging (IM), defamatory personal web sites, and defamatory online personal polling web sites to support deliberate, repeated and hostile behavior by an

individual or group that is intended to harm others.

3) Disruptive Behavior The Plain Local Code of Conduct defines “disruptive behavior” as including but not limited to the following:

a) Any of the following list of behaviors involving illegal and / or non medically prescribed drugs, look-alike drugs, or alcohol:

i) Possession and / or use

ii) Being under the influence iii) Sale

iv) Distribution

b) Possession of drug paraphernalia. c) Any act of violent or aggressive nature, including but not limited to:

i) Verbal / written abuse of students and / or staff

ii) Initiating and / or engaging in fights iii) Words of provocation

iv) Assault

v) Possession of a weapon or look-alike weapon. A student shall not illegally use, possess, handle, transmit, or conceal, dangerous weapons or look-alike weapons, substances, or instruments, which include, but are not limited

to, tear gas, firecrackers, explosives, incendiaries, or other similar devices. Students who bring, or at any time

possess firearms or knives on school property can be expelled for a period of one (1) calendar year. This rule is in addition to our current code of conduct references to “weapons and look-alike weapons” and is the result of Plain

Local Board of Education policy, adopted August 16, 1995, in accordance with ORC 3313.66, 3313.61 and 3313.62 (effective September 14, 1995).

vi) Intimidating, harassing, or threatening the personal safety of anyone.

vii) Hazing

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viii) Sexual harassment is defined as the deliberate and/or repeated sexual or sex based behavior that is not

welcome and not asked for. Examples of sexual harassment include, are not limited to:

(1) Unwelcome leering, staring, sexual flirtation, propositions.

(2) Unwelcome sexual slurs, epithets, threats, verbal abuse, derogatory comments or sexually degrading

descriptions.

(3) Unwelcome graphic verbal comments about an individual’s body or overly personal conversation.

(4) Unwelcome sexual jokes, stories, drawings, pictures or gestures. (5) Unwelcome spreading of sexual rumors.

(6) Unwelcome touching of an individual’s body or clothes in a sexual way.

(7) Cornering or blocking of a sexual nature of normal movements. (8) Displaying sexually suggestive objects in the educational or work environment.

viii) Harassment (including racial harassment)

(9) Any student who believes that he/she has been subjected to discrimination (including racial harassment) will report the incident(s) to his/her teacher, school administrator, or guidance counselor.

(10) Harassment is defined as intimidation by threats of actual physical violence; the creation, by whatever means, of climate of hostility or intimidation; or the use of language, conduct, or symbols in such a manner as to be

commonly understood to convey hatred, contempt, or prejudice or to have the effect of insulting or

stigmatizing an individual. d) In accordance with the Ohio Revised Code, students will be cited and fined for use, possession and/or consumption of

tobacco products on school campus. Students may not use or possess tobacco in any form on or around the GlenOak

High School campus area (including parking lots). This rule also applies to field trips and any extracurricular activities. Effective in March 2001, it is now prohibited by law for a minor to “use, consume, or possess cigarettes.” It is also now

prohibited for a minor to assist, pay for or share in the costs of such products. Even though there are some exceptions to

the law that became effective in March 2001, those exceptions would not apply to use or possession of these products at school or school activities. This would include cigarettes, cigars, snuff, chewing tobacco, etc. The administration

reserves the right to ask the Sheriff/Police or legal area representatives to summons tobacco offenders into court.

e) Theft/Possession of stolen property shall not be caused by a student or group of students. A student shall not cause or attempt to cause damage to private property of students, teachers, school personnel or other persons or steal or attempt to

steal private property or engage or attempt to engage in or participate or attempt to participate in the unauthorized

removal of private property. f) Vandalism - The unauthorized painting, defacement, or marking of property, or other acts of vandalism shall be

considered a violation of this rule.

g) Arson and/or other felonious acts. h) Unauthorized use of fire – Students may not use or possess any form of device or material that would produce fire

(matches, lighters, etc.) on or around the GlenOak High School property.

i) Fireworks may not be in possession of a student or used any form including but not limited to fire crackers, stink bombs, etc. on or around the GlenOak High School property.

j) Any act which infringes on the civil rights of another, or in any way threatens the safety or welfare of another.

k) Refusing to comply with the dress code. l) Adult Themed materials are not permitted at GlenOak High School by any student. This includes clothing which

displays or reflects an adult theme, magazines or other imprinted materials or pictures.

m) Failure to demonstrate respect during the normal flag salute and/or pledge of allegiance.

n) Possession and/or use of forged documents, falsification, dishonesty and/or cheating shall not be engaged in by a student

at GlenOak High School. A student shall not falsify the writing of another or falsely use the name of another person or

falsify times, dates, grades, addresses, or other data on school forms or school related correspondence. A student shall not lie or make a misrepresentation of any fact to a teacher or any other school personnel. A student shall not obtain,

use, disseminate information about any test which the instructor does intend to be used or known by students, or which

would create an unfair advantage for any student or students. o) Profane, vulgar or improper language or gestures will not be tolerated by staff or administration at GlenOak High

School. A student shall not speak or write profane, vulgar, obscene, derogatory, demeaning or other improper or

inappropriate language, or use profane, vulgar, obscene or other improper or inappropriate gestures or signs or engage or attempt to engage in profane, vulgar, obscene or other improper or inappropriate actions.

p) Excessive tardiness to school.

q) Failure to report to or identify oneself to school personnel as directed. r) Truancy, which includes either/both of the following:

i) Failure to report to class/school without permission to be absent.

ii) Leaving class/school without permission to do so. s) Unruly behavior on the school bus.

t) Deliberate disobedience to a staff member and/or failure to comply with directives from a staff member. A student shall

promptly comply with directives, request and orders of teachers, student teachers, educational aides, bus drivers, principals, counselors, and school staff personnel.

u) Any act which by nature interrupts the educational process.

v) Tampering with safety equipment or alarm systems. w) Failure to accept discipline or punishment from teachers, student teachers, substitute teachers, educational aides, bus

drivers, principals, counselors, and school staff personnel will not be tolerated. x) Complicity – No student shall assist or aid any other student in the violation of any rule set forth in this policy, or take

any action, or make any statement, to prevent school personnel from obtaining information about any violation of this

Student Discipline Policy. y) Attempt – The attempt to commit any of the offenses set forth in this Student Discipline Policy shall be punishable in the

same manner as the offense itself.

z) Repeated Acts of Misconduct – If any student commits any of the offenses listed in this Student Discipline Policy more than once within a given school year, such repeated misconduct may be treated as a separate offense or may increase the

severity of the punishment for the underlying offense.

aa) Wireless Communication Devices

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i) Students are prohibited from using WCDs to capture, record or transmit the (i.e. audio) and/or images (i.e.,

pictures/videos) of any student, staff member or other person in the school or while attending school-related activity, without express prior notice and explicit consent for the capture, recording or transmission of such words

or images. Using a WCD to take or transmit audio and/or picture/video of an individual without his/her consent is

considered an invasion of privacy and is not permitted unless authorized by the school personnel. Students who violate this provision and/or use a WCD to violate the privacy right of another person may have their WCD

confiscated and held.

The use of WCDs that contain built-in cameras (i.e. devices that take still motion pictures, whether in a digital or

other format) is prohibited in locker rooms, bathrooms and/or swimming pools.

No expectation of confidentiality will exist in the use of WCDs on school premises/property.

Students are prohibited from using a WCD in any way that might reasonably create, in the mind of another person, an impression of being threatened, humiliated, harassed, embarrassed, or intimidated.

Students are also prohibited from using a WCD to capture and/or transmit test information or any other information in a manner constituting fraud, theft, cheating, or academic dishonesty. Likewise, students are prohibited from

using their WCDs to receive such information.

Possession of a WCD by a student is a privilege that may be forfeited by any student who fails to abide by the

terms of the “Bring Your Own Device” policy or otherwise engages in misuse of this privilege.

A person who discovers a student in possession of, or using, a WCD in violation of this policy is required to report

the violation to the building principal.

Students are personally and solely responsible for the care and security of their WCDs. The Board assumes

no responsibility for theft, loss, damage or vandalism to WCDs brought onto its property or the

unauthorized use of such devices.

Parents/Guardians are advised that the best way to get in touch with their child during the day is by calling the

school office.

Students may use school phones to contact parent/guardians during the school day.

Students who violate any of these provisions will be subject to discipline and possible confiscation of the WCD.

GlenOak High School “Bring Your Own Device” Student Policy

Electronic Devices

Use of certain electronic devices is permitted in GlenOak High School as described below. Electronic devices are classified as

disruptive, non-disruptive, and mobile phone devices. Permissibility of each type of electronic device is described as follows:

Disruptive Electronic Devices

1. Recording devices, radios, pagers, laser pointers and other electronic devices are deemed distracting to the educational environment. As such, these devices are not permitted in any area of GlenOak High School.

Use of cameras on non-disruptive devices and cell phones to take still pictures or video is not permitted on school

grounds, including transportation, unless under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher. 2. The misuse of permissible electronic devices in a manner distracting to other students or school personnel is not allowed.

The misuse of electronic devices includes, but is not limited to:

Use of any electronic device in a classroom or other area of GlenOak High School not authorized by school personnel.

Violation of the Plain Local Schools Acceptable Use Policy.

Listening to video or audio without headphones or earbuds.

Use of headphones/earbuds at a volume level where others can hear.

Non-disruptive Devices

1. Non-disruptive devices are defined as electronic devices primarily used for educational purposes. 2. The categories of non-disruptive devices include: (a) laptops, (b) netbooks, (c) tablets, (d) eReaders, & (e) audio players (MP3 players).

3. These devices may be used:

during classroom instruction and in the library as permitted and directed by school personnel.

in study hall and lunch as permitted and directed by school personnel.

Mobile Phones

1. Use of mobile phones for any voice or text communication is not permitted during school hours.

2. Mobile phones may be used as directed by school personnel. Otherwise, mobile phones must be off or muted during

school hours. 3. Mobile phones may possess advanced functions including internet access, eReader and video/audio functions.

The functions may be used during study hall and lunch period. Use of these functions during classroom instruction is at the

discretion of school personnel.

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Consequences for Inappropriate Use of Electronic Devices

Violation of the appropriate use of electronic devices as described above may result in (1) detentions, SAS, or Out of

School Suspension and (2) the student may be required to turn the device over to school personnel and the student and/or parent may pick up the device from the Academy Office at the end of the day.

Internet Connection

Wireless Internet connection will be provided by the Plain Local Schools for students to connect their devices to the Internet.

Students must have completed an Acceptable Use Policy signed and on file at GlenOak High School. Additionally, students

may connect to the Internet using their own Internet provider. In this case, the student and family will be responsible for any Internet connection expenses.

Lost or Damaged Device GlenOak High School assumes no responsibility for theft, loss or damage of any electronic device brought to school.

Students bring these devices to GlenOak High School at their own risk.

Transporting Devices

Use of bags and cases to transport electronic devices to and from GlenOak High School is encouraged. Students may use laptop bags to carry portable computers to and from class. However, the bags may not be used to carry books.

When a student engages in any of the preceding behaviors on school property, or during school related activities, the student will

be disciplined according to administrative guidelines with appropriate due process, possibly resulting in a suspension.

4) Suspension a) Guidelines

i) Students violating the Plain Local Code of Conduct and whose behavior warrants a suspension shall fall under the

following guidelines: (1) The students shall be made aware of the violation and that he/she may be suspended.

(2) The administration may amend the consequence when deemed appropriate.

(3) In case of property loss, restitution may be required. (4) Disruptive behavior, as identified earlier in the Code of Conduct, may result in a suspension.

Any acts, in the opinion of the building administrator, that endanger the safety of staff or students, or are criminal acts can

result in immediate suspension for up to 10 days and may include a consideration for expulsion.

a) Other disruptive behaviors / consequences

i) An administrator shall consider all other violations of the Plain Local Code of Conduct, and appropriate consequences shall be chosen.

b) Expelled students who return to school.

ii) Students returning to school following an expulsion will fall under the “3rd offense” for any suspendable behavior during the remainder of the school year.

c) A student may be expelled from school for a period not to exceed one year for committing an act that is

a criminal offense if committed by an adult and that results in serious physical harm to persons or property. d) Accumulated Consequences.

iii) All disciplinary responses accumulate over a given school year.

5) Chemical Abuse Policy

Sale, distribution, possession, use, abuse, and/or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs on school property before or

during school-related activities are grounds for a ten-day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion. Each offense warrants a different approach.

a) Sale. When a student is found to be selling alcohol or drugs the following will occur:

i) The student will be suspended for ten days out of school and recommended for expulsion. ii) The offense will be reported to the proper law enforcement authorities.

iii) Early re-entry may be considered upon completion of an assessment and / or treatment as prescribed.

iv) All such re-entries will include the signing of a no use / abuse contract by the student and parents / guardians. Should the student or parents reject these alternatives, re-entry before the end of the assigned expulsion period

would be denied.

v) Failure to faithfully attend and participate in group sessions will result in reactivating the expulsion for the remainder of the semester.

vi) A second offense will result in a ten-day suspension out of school and a recommendation for expulsion.

b) Distribution. When a student is found to be distributing or attempting to distribute any chemical the following will

occur:

i) The student will be suspended for ten days out of school and recommended for expulsion.

ii) When illegal substances are involved, the proper law enforcement authorities will be notified. iii) A hearing will be scheduled, during which a possible alternative to expulsion will be explored. The meeting will

conclude with a recommendation either that the expulsion stands, or that appropriate alternatives are considered.

Alternatives may include the signing of a no use / abuse contract by the student and parents / guardians. Should the student or parents reject these alternatives, it will be recommended that the expulsion stand. If the final

recommendation is for an assessment, the individual will be responsible for following the guidelines of the assessment. Failure to do so will lead to a recommendation for expulsion.

iv) A second offense will result in a ten-day suspension out of school and recommendation for expulsion.

c) Use / Possession. When a student is found to be possessing or using an unprescribed chemical, the following will occur: i) The student will be suspended for ten days out of school, with a possible recommendation for expulsion.

ii) The offense will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.

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iii) After the beginning of the suspension, a meeting may be held to prescribe a program for the student. Alternatives

may include the signing of a no use / abuse contract by the student and parents / guardians. Should the student or parents reject these alternatives, the remainder of the suspension shall be served out of school

iv) Acceptance of recommended student involvement will allow for the student to finish the suspension or to attend an

assessment, if one has been recommended. v) A second offense will result in a ten-day suspension out of school and recommendation for expulsion.

d) Suspected Use / Abuse/Dependency Teachers and staff members will be provided with specially prepared referral sheets to be used when a student exhibits

behaviors noted on referral sheets. These referrals will be forwarded to the appropriate person or committee who will

maintain a file. When the quantity and / or quality of the referrals suggest action to be taken, a meeting will be scheduled. At this meeting, the parents / guardians will be made aware of the nature of the referrals and recommendation

may be made for the student to sign a no use/abuse contract, to attend group sessions, or to seek professional help. If the

parents or the student reject the recommendation of the group, they both will be informed that the student’s behavior will continue to be monitored.

e) Look-Alike Drugs i) Anyone who sells or distributes any substances falsely represented to be an illegal substance shall fall under the

same provisions of the Chemical Abuse Policy as though the “look-alike” substance were, in fact, the substance

represented. Such behavior, subject to the provisions of the Chemical Abuse Policy, shall also include any or all of the following:

(1) Selling or soliciting a substance, which has a trademark indicating the substance to be other than, what it is.

(2) Selling or soliciting a substance which is unmarked, but which is represented to be other than what it really is.

(3) Representing a substance falsely in such a way as to make a reasonable person believe the substance is other

than what it really is.

(4) Any printing of trademarks which could be used in association with falsely representing illegal substances. (5) Describing the effects of a substance falsely so as to mislead a reasonable person into thinking the substance

was other than what it really is.

(6) Advertising for the sale or distribution of substances falsely represented. ii) In addition to the preceding chemical abuse policy, schools may also include as part of their programs curriculum

development, counseling and psychological services or community resources.

MISCONDUCT FOR WHICH A STUDENT MAY BE PERMANENTLY EXCLUDED

FROM

GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL / PLAIN LOCAL SCHOOLS

1. Conveying deadly weapons on to school property or to a school function. 2. Possessing deadly weapons on school property or at a school function.

3. Carrying a concealed weapon on school property or at a school function.

4. Trafficking in drugs on school property or at a school function.

5. Murder or aggravated murder on school property or at a school function.

6. Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter on school grounds or at a school function.

7. Assault or aggravated assault on school grounds or at a school function. 8. Rape, gross sexual imposition, or felonious sexual penetration on school grounds, at a school function,

or when the victim is a school employee. 9. Complicity in any of the above offenses, regardless of location.

It should be noted that it is impossible to foresee all possible conduct infractions, and that the administration reserves the right

to impose disciplinary action for any act that is contrary to proper behavior yet might not be expressly stated in this handbook.

Violation of the Student Handbook and or failure to make adequate academic progress may face the following

corrective actions:

o Exclusion from attending GlenOak Events, Functions and or Activities

o Mandatory Participation in Mediation

o After School Detention

o In-School Suspension

o Out of School Suspension

o Expulsion

o Criminal Charges

NOTE: This Student/Parent Handbook is based in significant part on policies adopted by the Board of Education and

Administrative Guidelines developed by the Superintendent. Those Board Policies and Administrative Guidelines are

Incorporated by reference into the provisions of this Handbook. The Policies and Administrative Guidelines are periodically updated in response to changes in the law and other circumstances. Therefore, there may have been changes to the documents

reviewed in this Handbook since it was printed in August 2013. If you have questions or would like more information about a

specific issue or document, contact your school principal, Mr. Tamiko Hatcher at 330-491-3915.

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In exchange for the use of the Plain Computer Network System, I understand and agree to the following

conditions: misuse may result in disciplinary action under the Student Code of Conduct, Board Policy,

and/or the possibility of criminal charges under Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 2913.04.

1. Hacking or attempting to gain unauthorized access to district computers, servers, or other network devices is strictly

prohibited and illegal according to Ohio Revised Code (ORC 2913.04)

2. Users shall not transmit material that is threatening, obscene, profane, slanderous, disruptive, or pornographic or that

could be construed as harassment or disparagement of others based on their race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,

age, disability, religion or political beliefs.

3. Privacy in communication over the Internet and the network is not guaranteed. To ensure compliance with these

guidelines, the school district reserves the right to monitor, review, and inspect any directories, files and/or messages residing on or sent using the district's computers/network. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities will be

reported to the appropriate authorities.

4. Users are prohibited from downloading or attempting to download or install software to district computer equipment.

5. The use of computers and/or network shall be used only for purposes related to education or administration of the district. Commercial, political and/or personal use of the system and any illegal activity is strictly prohibited.

6. Game playing or accessing music/lyric sites is not permitted unless part of a teacher-directed classroom activity.

7. The user in whose name an on-line service account is issued is responsible for its proper use at all times. At no time

should passwords or accounts be shared. Account holders should use this system only under their own username.

8. Users shall not use the system to encourage the use of drugs, alcohol or tobacco nor shall they promote unethical

practices or any activity prohibited by law or Board policy.

9. Copyrighted material may not be placed on the system without the author’s permission.

10. Vandalism of computers/network including uploading/downloading any inappropriate material, creating computer

viruses, and/or any malicious attempt to harm or destroy equipment, materials and the data of any other user, is strictly

prohibited.

11. Users shall not delete, copy, modify or forge other users’ mail or file. They shall not attempt to interfere with other users' ability to send or receive email.

12. Users shall report any security problem or misuse of the network to the teacher or the principal or immediate supervisor.

13. Users who borrow equipment are responsible for its care and for any damages that may occur through accident or

neglect.

14. Chat clients and social network sites are strictly prohibited. Including but not limited to: AOL Instant Messenger, MSN

Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, Google Messenger, IRC, MySpace, Meet Me, FaceBook, etc…

15. Peer to peer file sharing programs (P2P) are strictly prohibited. Including but not limited to: LimeWire, Torrents, etc…

Revised 8/2/12

PlainNet User Policy and Agreement

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Section Number 2

Document Number PM 2002

Resolution Number 2009-46

Adopted Date October 20, 2009

Stark County District Library

Customer Code of Conduct

A. PURPOSE

The principal purpose of the Stark County District Library is to provide open and convenient public access to all of the Library’s written, recorded, and digital resources and to its educational and

informational programs and services. The Library and its staff are committed to providing a safe

and congenial atmosphere in which to carry out this purpose. This commitment can only be carried out if users of the Library respect the rights of all other users and the staff.

This general statement underlies the more specific provisions of the Library’s Code of Conduct set

forth below. The Code of Conduct has a threefold purpose: to protect the rights and safety of Library customers, to protect the rights and safety of staff members, and to preserve and protect the

Library’s materials, facilities, and property. The Code of Conduct requires that Library users act in

a manner that will not interfere with the functioning of the Library or disturb others. Entering the library represents an agreement to abide by this Code of Conduct. A customer who

engages in conduct inconsistent with the purpose of the Library or who fails to follow the Library’s

Code of Conduct may be asked to leave the Library premises, may have Library privileges suspended or restricted, and may be barred from all Library premises for a period of time up to one

year.

B. PROVISIONS

Customer conduct must at all times be conducive to the comfort and safety of Library users and

staff and the protection of Library property. The following are examples of conduct not allowed on

the Library premises. These provisions are examples only. Customers engaging in conduct adversely affecting the comfort and safety of Library users and staff and library property may be

subject to Enforcement whether the conduct is included in these examples or not. The term

“Library premises” includes the facility and grounds controlled and operated by the Library.

Student Conduct Rules for the Plain Community Branch Library 1. Students must use appropriate language in the library. Profanity will not be tolerated. 2. Students must show respect toward library staff, school personnel and members of the public. 3. Tables are limited to having no more than four chairs around the table. All students at a table should be seated, so there should be no more than four students to a table. 4. One person to a chair. 5. One person to a computer unless the students request in advance to work on a special project. 6. Students cannot go into the children's area on the first floor. This area is reserved for children and families. 7. Students cannot be disruptive, disorderly or engage in inappropriate behavior. 8. Students cannot be noisy or boisterous. 9. No eating is permitted. 10. No smoking is permitted. 11. No running is permitted. 12. Personal belongings cannot be left on the floor or in aisles or other areas where they are blocking pathways or access to library resources. 13. Students must cooperate with staff. 14. No socializing, rowdiness, or waiting in the library entrance. 15. No use of sound equipment without headphones is permitted. 16. No offensive physical contact is allowed. 17. No damage to library materials will be tolerated. 18. Committing lewd acts is forbidden. 19. Actions that deliberately annoy others or disrupt library operations or prevent the legitimate use of the library and its resources. People demonstrating disruptive, disorderly or inappropriate behavior may be required to leave the library premises. The library reserves the right to evict disruptive patrons and/or contact the police or another appropriate authority. In the case of a minor, the school or parents may also be contacted.

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C. ENFORCEMENT

1. This Code of Conduct will be enforced in a fair and reasonable manner. Anyone who

observes violations of this policy may report them to a security guard who will take the appropriate action.

2. Anyone not complying with this Code of Conduct or any reasonable request of the staff, will

ordinarily first be warned by an authorized representative of the Library and will be advised of the next course of action to be taken by the Library if the unacceptable behavior

continues.

3. Library staff and security personnel on duty are authorized to ask persons who continue to violate these rules after being warned to leave the Library premises immediately.

4. Anyone may, without prior notice or warning, be removed from the premises if his or her

presence or conduct is threatening, willfully malicious or poses an immediate and imminent danger to any person or property.

5. Violators of this Code of Conduct are subject to suspension or restriction of their Library

privileges and/or eviction from all Library premises for a period from one day to one year. 6. Following review of the circumstances of the violation, the Library’s Executive Director or

designee will issue a written notice to the customer informing the customer of the duration

of any suspension, restriction, and/or eviction that is imposed. The determination relating to suspension, restriction, and/or eviction will depend on the nature of the offense, the extent of

damage or disruption caused, any history of prior infractions of the Library’s Code of

Conduct and other relevant circumstances. 7. Persons committing criminal acts on Library premises, or using Library resources in

violation of the law, including acts of theft or vandalism, will be subject to arrest and

prosecution. 8. Any person whose Library privileges are suspended or restricted or who is evicted from

Library premises has the right to appeal by requesting a hearing before the Associate

Director for Planning and Facilities, provided such hearing is requested by written notice addressed to Executive Director, Stark County District Library, 715 Market Avenue North,

Canton, OH 44702, mailed no later than ten calendar days after the date on which the

Library’s notification of suspension, restriction and/or eviction was mailed to such person. Any person requesting a hearing shall have the right to appear in person and to be

represented by counsel if they choose.

EAGLE’S NEST CAFÉ

Students may purchase food items from the Eagle’s Nest Café during daily lunch periods only at their own expense. Students may not use their school lunch pin numbers to make purchases in the café. Students must follow the guidelines below in order to make

purchases at the café.

1) Students must get a “Café Pass” from an Administrator before going to the café to make purchases. 2) Students must return to the main commons cafeteria to consume food or drinks purchased from the café.

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