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WILLIAM CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL
PARENT AND STUDENT HANDBOOK2011-12
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FOREWORD
TO THE STUDENTS OF WILLIAM CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL
This handbook has been prepared for you as a reference. Included is basic information which you will need
to know in order to easily adjust to life at William Campbell. Possible corrections and new information may
be issued from time to time during the year. The information contained in this book will greatly determine
the key to your success here. Let's all work together to see that everyone is provided an opportunity for
learning, growing, and developing social skills this year. Use this information wisely and you will help make
this school year the best for you at William Campbell High School. Remember that through mutual respect
of your peers, teachers, and administrators, the same respect will be afforded you.
School Colors - Navy Blue and Gray, with white as a highlight
School Mascot - The Fighting General
School Song - Tune: Washington and Lee Swing
When all of William Campbell falls in line, William Campbell, watch your step,
We're going to win again another time, And always keep that good old "Campbell Rep,"
We're going to win or die, or know just why You know that William Campbell's
You know that blue and gray Unsurpassed, Unsurpassed, Rah, Rah, Ra-a-ah!
Will always reach the sky,
Rah, Rah, Rah,
School Address
William Campbell High/Middle School
P.O. Box 7
474 William Campbell Drive
Naruna, VA 24576
Phone Number
High School: 376-2015
Press 1 High School Office
Press 2 Middle School Office
Press 3 Todays Events
Press 4 Cafeteria
Press 5 Library
Press 6 Nurse
Press 8 Guidance
Press 0 Operator
FAX: 376-5859
School Codes - State Code Number - 016-0542
College Board Code Number - 471500
Campbell County Code Number for WCHS - 19
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MISSION OF
WILLIAM CAMPBELL
COMBINED SCHOOL
William Campbell High/Middle School and its stakeholders
assume the responsibility of preparing students for both
educational and/or vocational pursuits upon graduation. In
an effort to succeed in our mission, the following methodswill be employed:
1. varying instructional approaches which actively engage
students in the learning process.
2. fostering an environment of student achievement,security, and acceptance.
3. exposing students to emerging career opportunities
and emphasizing strategies for success in adult life.
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BELL SCHEDULE
7:50 - 8:13 Breakfast
8:15 - 9:00 1st Period
9:00 - 9:10 Homeroom/Announcements/Organizations
9:10 - 9:14 Class Change
9:14 - 10:00 2nd Period
10:00 - 10:04 Class Change
10:04 - 10:49 3rd Period
10:49 - 10:53 Class Change
1st Lunch 2nd Lunch
10:53 - 11:19 Lunch 10:53 - 11:41 4th Period
11:19 - 11:23 Class Change 11:41 - 11:45 Class Change
11:23 - 12:11 4th Period 11:45 - 12:11 Lunch
12:11 - 12:15 Class Change
12:15 - 1:00 5th Period
1:00 - 1:04 Class Change
1:04 - 1:50 6th Period
1:50 - 1:54 Class Change
1:54 - 2:40 7th Period
2:40 - 2:50 Dismissal *** Bus Loading
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WILLIAM CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL STAFF
ADMINISTRATIONMr. James Rinella, Principal
Mr. Robert Mason, Assistant Principal
FACULTY
Mr. Jackie Bolling
Mr. Doug Brown
Mr. Mike Cheek
Mr. Gary Cowden
Ms. Clare Davidoski
Mrs. Winifred Dunn
Mr. Andy Haga
Mrs. Nannette Haga
Mrs. Kimberly Hancock
Mrs. Michele Happs
Mr. Robert Heath
Mr. Daniel Martin
Mr. Todd Moats
Mr. Greg Mullins
Mr. Rick Purcell
Ms. Mary Beth Reynolds
Ms. Priscilla Reynolds
Ms. Abigail Robson
Mrs. Lari Scruggs
Ms. Jorena Simpkins
Mr. Chris Smith
Mr. Greg SmithMrs. Sandra Tucker
Mr. Clint Turner
Mrs. Kendra Turner
Mrs. Joyce Williams
Mr. Roy Wilson
Ms. Deborah Yuille
GUIDANCE
Mrs. Susan Dalton, Guidance Director
Mrs. Barbara Maxey, Secretary
LIBRARY
Mrs. Virginia Cox, Librarian
SECRETARIES
Mrs. Debbie Hodgert
Mrs. Dianne Shields
Ms. Lee Wade
CUSTODIANSMrs. Marie Burton
Mr. Carl Lee
Mrs. Diane Meadows
Mrs. Deborah Owen
Mr. Marvin Owen
Mr. Wardell Tune
CAFETERIA
Mrs. Rita Crews
Ms. Patricia Dunkley
Mrs. Margine Evans
Mrs. Connie Fariss
Mrs. Juanita Foster
Mrs. Teresa Irby
Ms. Marylin Walker
NURSEMrs. Joyce Jones
AIDE
Mrs. Kathy Guthrie
RESOURCE OFFICER
Deputy Vince Keller
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Announcements and Bulletins
1. Announcements will be made over the P.A. system during homeroom.
2. Students are expected to be quiet during announcements.
3. Students will observe the moment of silence in a quiet and appropriate manner.
4. Posters or announcements need the approval of a sponsor and an administrator before being read on
the intercom or placed in the building.
Beverage Rule - Students shall not bring to school any beverage contained in a glass container.
Breakfast - Breakfast will be served from 7:50 a.m. to 8:13 a.m. daily. Students who want to buy breakfast are
requested to enter the cafeteria as soon as they arrive at school. To keep the building clean, food and beverages
are to be consumed in the cafeteria. Any student who is late to class due to breakfast will be unexcused.
Broken Equipment - Any student responsible for breakage of school equipment and/or lab equipment will be
responsible for reimbursing the school for the equipment.
Cafeteria - Students at William Campbell High School are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful manner
in the cafeteria. Students are expected to clean up and throw away their trash. Students who violate the
cafeteria rules will be referred to the office for disciplinary action.
Cell Phones - Possession of wireless communications devices (cell phones, pagers, PDAs, wireless internet
connection devices, or any similar device) is prohibited unless kept and used as set out in this policy. Such devices
are contraband subject to confiscation and the student shall be subject to imposition of other penalties.
Possession of such devices by a student is allowed only if such device is kept turned off and kept out of sight inside
a pocket, book bag, purse, or similar container. Such devices shall not be displayed, used, or allowed to emit any
ring tone or other noise on school grounds during school hours or during school transportation. While
participating in school sponsored events outside of school hours, such devices may be used only with the prior
consent of the coach or school official in charge.
Students using cell phones to call or text home for illness or any other reason are in direct violation of theschools cell phone policy. Students should follow appropriate guidelines previously referenced.
Computers - Computers are special equipment and under no circumstances should any student load additional
software programs onto the hard drive of a school computer or in any way alter the program already existing in
the computer. In addition to being against Campbell County School Board Policy, this is also an infringement of
copyright laws.
Club Meetings - Club meetings are an important part of William Campbell High School, and they should be
scheduled before school, during homeroom or after school. Club meetings will be scheduled in advance with the
approval of an administrator, and the club meeting date and time shall be placed on the school monthly activity
calendar.
Dances - Students are required to fill out a guest application form for any student invited to a dance who is not a
student at William Campbell High School. William Campbell Middle School students have the opportunity to
attend several middle school only dances, therefore, they are not allowed at any high school dance. For a
student to be able to go to the Ring Dance or Prom, he needs to be enrolled in a junior or senior homeroom at
William Campbell High School, and the student needs to be in good standing. An eligible student may invite a
guest who meets the criteria set forth by the dance committee to attend a dance at William Campbell High School.
Any guest not granted permission to attend the dance will be asked to leave immediately and further actions may
be taken.
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Deliveries - It is requested that parents and students use discretion in sending flowers or gifts to be delivered to
students, as the school will not be responsible for them. The secretaries have been instructed to keep the flowers
or gifts in the office until the end of the day. Glass containers and balloons are prohibited on the school buses.
Emergency Forms - Student emergency forms are required of each student, and these forms will be kept in the
main office. Parents are requested to update the information with the school if changes occur. Admission to
extra-curricular activities may be denied until an emergency form has been put on file. No student will be
allowed to leave school grounds with anyone until a parent is contacted.
Events and Functions - Any club, organization or class wishing to sponsor an activity or event must see that the
sponsor presents a written request in advance of the event to the principal. The request may need to be
approved by the Campbell County School Board.
Fire Drills - Fire drills are held periodically throughout the year. Students should observe the following
instructions:
1. In the event of a fire alarm, everyone leaves the building whether it is before school, class time, lunch
time, during change of class or after school.
2. When leaving rooms, all windows should be shut, the classroom doors closed but not locked, and the
lights turned out. Pocketbooks should not be left in the building.
3. Students should form quiet, single lines while leaving the building. Students must not talk so all mayhear instructions.
4. The class roll will be called immediately after the class has regrouped outside the building.
5. Students must never re-enter the building until the fire drill is over and the students are told to re-
enter the building.
Hall Passes - Students must carry a pass issued by a teacher when they are excused during class time. Hall passes
will be issued for emergencies or instructional purposes only. Students are not permitted to visit students in other
classes, nor are they permitted to get students out of class, unless they have an official pass from guidance or the
administrative office. High school students are also prohibited from the middle school unless the pass specifically
authorizes their presence. Any student found in the hall without a pass, or a student found abusing his hall pass
privilege, will be referred to the office for disciplinary action.
Insurance Program - Each student is strongly encouraged to participate in the school insurance program. Athletes
and cheerleaders are required to have insurance. This program provides protection for the student in accordance
with the terms of the policy when en route to and from his home and while he is at school.
Lockers Locker numbers and combinations will be included on student schedules. The school reserves the right
to inspect or search lockers at any time. Students should not transfer their belongings to other lockers. Students
are responsible for all books and personal items put in lockers. The school is not responsible for any items lost or
stolen from a student's locker.
Lost and Damaged Books and Equipment - Students are responsible for books and equipment issued to them by
the school. The student will be expected to pay for a lost or damaged book or equipment. The classroom teacher
will assess how much a student owes for damages to a book or equipment.
Lost and Found - Articles found on school grounds should be turned in to the office. If a student has lost an article
or book, please check in the office to see if it has been turned in.
Lunch - Students out of class for lunch must remain in the cafeteria.
Media Center - The William Campbell Media Center is open to students for their use and enjoyment. It provides a
wide variety of resource materials on all ability levels. The audio visual equipment and materials are housed in the
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Media Center for faculty and student use. The Media Center will be open from 7:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.
Medicine Refer to the CampbellCounty Schools Policies, Rules, Regulations and Procedures at
www.campbell.k12.va.us.
Parties - Classroom parties will not be permitted during the regular school day unless it relates to the curriculum
or it is a reward party and prior approval is granted by the principal.
Pictures - The sale of pictures is a money-making project for the school.
Room Entries - Students are to get permission from a teacher or an administrator before entering any rooms,
halls, or closets, including those in the gym unless they have a scheduled activity or class in that location.
Senior Privileges - 1) Seniors may leave the cafeteria after eating their lunch and go to the Shrine area at the end
of their lunch period, if supervision is available. 2) Seniors have the first 15 spaces in each parking row reserved
for them. Remember these are only privileges and that violations of these privileges will result in their loss and
further disciplinary actions. Seniors who have paid all dues and are in good standing will be eligible to attend the
senior day activities even if they will graduate in summer school.
Telephones and Messages - In order to preserve uninterrupted instructional time, we are requesting that parentscall only in an emergency. Students are not allowed to use the telephone in the main office, guidance office, or
gym during school hours.
Trespassing - Only authorized personnel and students of William Campbell High School will be permitted on school
grounds between 7:50 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. All other visitors must obtain authorization at the school office upon
entering school grounds. Between 2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., only parents or legal guardians will be allowed to
enter school grounds to pick up students. Due to safety and traffic problems, other visitors are asked to wait until
after 3:00 p.m. before entering school grounds. People in violation of this policy will be charged with trespassing.
Visitors - All guests and visitors must report to the main office to sign in and receive a visitor's pass. Students
cannot bring guests to school during the school day. There will be no visitation during the lunch periods by
students not attending William Campbell High School.
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ACADEMICS
Honor Code - Students at William Campbell High School are expected to abide by the honor code. Any of the
following acts will be considered honor code violations:
1. Turning in or copying another student's work or homework as your own;
2. Using "crib sheets," notes or other;
3. Helping someone during a test or quiz;4. Giving or receiving information from another student who has already taken the test or quiz; or
5. Plagiarism
Students in violation of the honor code could receive a zero on the work, be referred to the office, have their
parent contacted, and disciplinary action.
Class Preparation and Materials - For students to be successful at William Campbell High School, it is
expected that students come to class with the appropriate materials and ready to work. A student who does
not come to class prepared may have his grade affected, and he may face appropriate disciplinary actions.
Excellence Program - The Excellence Program is an incentive program that gives recognition to students for
achieving academically, participating in community service, maintaining self-discipline, and being a student
role model.
Examinations - Examinations will be given in all classes at the end of second semester. Seniors may be
exempt from taking second semester examinations if an A average has been maintained for the fourth, fifth
and sixth grading periods and an A for first semester.
A student may choose to be exempt from a second-semester exam for a course in which he or she has
taken and passed the SOL test(s) for that course.
If the SOL test(s) results are not received by the school prior to the administration of exams, exams for
which a student has taken the SOL test(s) will be optional.
Homework
Homework can be a valuable component of education when the overall goal is to improve a students learning
and increase achievement. Teachers, students, parents, and administrators all play a significant role in making
certain that homework is meaningful.
The goal of this policy is to ensure that homework is beneficial and meets the learning needs of all William
Campbell students. It outlines the purpose of homework, the various types of assigned work, the evaluation
of homework, and the roles and responsibilities of teachers, students, parents, and administrators.
Purpose of Homework
The purpose of homework is to increase student learning and achievement. Homework can be a
combination of the following:
Practice of a particular concept, where students are given an opportunity to apply newly taught
knowledge.
Extension of a concept which furthers a lesson presented in class or a long-term project that parallels
classroom assignments.
Preparation for an assignment that will be presented in class, which may include reading, research,
or review of class materials.
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1. Homework may be assignedafter the introduction of new material or concepts with a
thorough explanation of the skills necessary to successfully complete the assignment. It may be
assigned as preparation for the next days class. This may include reading assignments or
vocabulary.
2. Homework should be written down for students to copy into their assignment pads and
expectations are to be clear and consistent. Work will be reviewed prior to being assigned; in
addition, a students access to resource materials will be considered before assignments are
given.
3. The time a student spends on homework should have a direct correlation to increasing their
scholastic achievement and reinforcing curriculum objectives.
Evaluation of Homework
Any homework that is assigned should be assessed to see if instructional objectives are being met. Homework
will be evaluated promptly and returned to the student. The grade will reflect effort and/or accuracy.
Students and Parents
Students are expected to be responsible for their part in their education. This includes but is not limited to:
being organized and prepared for class, communicating with teachers and parents when assistance is
needed, and making sure they are aware of homework goals and deadlines.
Parents or guardians should support their child by providing them with a positive environment where
homework can be completed. Parents can also help their student by checking their homework and
communicating with teachers when instructional concerns arise.
Administration
William Campbell Combined School administrators will work with students, parents, and faculty members to
ensure that the homework policy is being appropriately managed and that efforts are made to address the
academic needs of each student.
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Honor Roll - It is considered a special honor for a student to be named to the Honor Roll. A student can earn
this honor at the end of each six weeks if he has a grade point average for the grading period of 3.0 or higher
and has no grade less than a C.
Principal's List - It is considered academic excellence for a student to be named to the Principal's List. A
student can earn this honor at the end of each six weeks if he has a grade point average of 3.5 or higher and
has no grade less than a B.
Withdrawals - Students withdrawing from school should secure a withdrawal slip from the guidance office.
All books must be returned to subject teachers, and any indebtedness settled. The withdrawal slip must be
signed by the teachers in each class before a student is dismissed.
ATHLETICS
Sports Offered - William Campbell, a member of the Virginia High School League, Region B, and Dogwood
District, offers a number of athletic programs for both girls and boys with teams in the following Varsity
sports:
Girls BoysBasketball Baseball
Cheerleading Basketball
Cross Country Cross Country
Golf Football
Softball Golf
Tennis Track
Track
Volleyball
Junior Varsity sports include: boys - football, basketball and baseball; girls - volleyball, basketball, and
softball. A student can participate in these sports during grades 8-10 for football, basketball and baseball.JV's must meet and follow the same regulations as a varsity team.
Any student can be a member of a team if he meets the following standard requirements at William
Campbell:
1. Must meet the Virginia High School League regulations.
2. Must pass 5 accredited courses each semester.
3. Must be in good standing with the school.
4. Must submit a physical application signed by a physician, prior to practicing or trying out.
5. Must have parental consent.
Virginia High School League - The league sets eligibility standards with respect to the age of participants,
grades, and years of participation. The student shall not have reached the age of 19 on or before the firstday of August of the school year in which he wishes to compete. He may not have been enrolled in high
school more than 8 semesters. He must have enrolled within 5 days after the opening of a semester. A
student may not participate in league activities for more than four years. There are additional regulations
concerning professionalism and transfer from school to school.
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ATTENDANCE
After-School Activities and Absences - A student who is absent from school for more than half of the school
day or leaves due to illness shall not participate in or attend any school sponsored activity. Half of the school
day shall be defined as four full class periods.
Attendance Policy - As of July 1, 1999, state law has changed compulsory school attendance to age 18. State
law also requires that the school call home or the place of work of a parent or guardian when a student is
absent unless the school has been called first. A parent may call in the morning of an absence or early
release for verification purposes.
Regular school attendance is important to the academic development of each student. When a student
is absent from school, he is required to bring a note with a phone number from a parent/guardian stating
the date and the reason for the absence. All students with or without notes are to report to the attendance
clerk on the first morning they return. They will be issued an excused or unexcused admittance slip based on
Campbell County School Board Policy. Persistent absences will require the student to bring in a note from
the doctor to be excused.
Students without a note will receive an unexcused admittance slip. Failure to bring an excused note for
the second day after an absence will result in disciplinary action and zeros on all school work.
The admittance slip for all excused or unexcused absences shall be signed by all teachers and returned tothe office by the student's seventh period teacher.
Students requesting an approved absence are required to bring in a note two days prior to the absence.
The note will be submitted to the principal for approval. If the approval for the absences is granted, the
student will be responsible for securing all assignments which will be due when the student returns to
school.
Early Dismissal - Before going to first period a student who must leave school early must bring to the
attendance clerk a note from his parent or guardian stating the date, time, reason for early dismissal, and
who will be signing the student out of school. The note will also require a phone number, which will be used
for verification purposes. A parent may call the school in the morning to verify an early release. No student
will be released until a parent is contacted. For medical or legal matters, the student shall present anappointment card or a summons. The student will be given an early dismissal note to be shown to the
teacher before leaving the class. The student must sign out in the office before leaving and sign in if returning
before the end of the day.
A parent or guardian who comes to the school without prior written notification to pick up a student
must come to the office and sign out the student. Students failing to sign out of school will be disciplined for
leaving school grounds without permission.
Field Trips - Field trips are a privilege, which may be an extension of the instructional day; however, if
excessive absences or tardies occur or a student is not in good standing the student will be denied the
privilege of attending the field trip.
Illness - If a student becomes ill during school hours, he must report to the regular classroom teacher to get
permission to report to the nurses office. The parent or guardian will be called to provide transportation
home. Students are not to leave school grounds without permission from the office.
Late Arrival - A written excuse must be submitted to the office when a student arrives after the school day is
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started. The attendance clerk will issue a class admittance pass, which will indicate whether the student is
excused or unexcused. The pass must be initialed by the student's teachers in each class he attends during
the remainder of the day. The seventh period teacher will collect the slip and return the slip to the office.
Make-Up Work Policy - It is important for every student who has an excused absence from school to make up
his work. For a student to be able to make up his work, he needs to receive an excused absence from school,
and he needs to get the absentee slip signed by his teachers. Any student receiving an unexcused absence
will receive zeros for those days missed. A student is to make-up his work before or after school or during
study hall only. It is the students responsibility to request and obtain make-up work from each of their
teachers.
The length of an excused absence will determine the amount of time the student is allowed for make-up
work. For example, if the student is absent for one day and the work was assigned the day prior to his
absence, it will be due upon his return. If the work was assigned the day of his absence, it would be due the
day after his return. However, if a student has been assigned a special project or paper, the project or paper
needs to be sent to school that day.
On occasions where a student has been absent for three or more consecutive days due to hospitalization
or other extenuating circumstances, the student will see an administrator to set up guidelines for making up
his work.
The following guidelines will apply to providing assignments for students absent due to illness:
A. Students are strongly encouraged to get assignments for short-term absences from their peers.
B. When assignments are being requested, please follow these guidelines:
1. If requests to the guidance office are not submitted by 8:30 a.m. of the day needed,
assignments may not be available the same day. A parent who submits a late request is
advised to call and ask about availability of assignments before coming to pick them up.
2. Assignments may not be picked up before 3:20 p.m.
3. Students are requested to return assignment sheets with the completed work.
Tardiness - Students at William Campbell High School are to be in class and ready to learn prior to the tardy
bell. If a student is tardy to class, he will be required to have a pass from a teacher, or he will be informedthat a tardy slip has been issued. After the third unexcused tardy to school, homeroom or class during the
semester, the student will receive the following assignment:
4th offense - 1 day PAD
5th offense - 2 days of PAD
6th offense - Further disciplinary action
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CLUBS
William Campbell offers a variety of clubs both co-curricular and special interest. These may include:
Academic Team - Purpose - To promote knowledge and awareness in subjects related to literature, science,social studies, math, and current events. Club members will work on selected topics during the year and areeligible to compete in Dogwood District tournaments involving speed and recall.
Beta Club - Purpose - To promote scholarship, leadership, character, and school spirit and to assist theadministration of the school. This is an honor club and is affiliated with the National Beta Club. Membershipis open to students who have successfully completed two (2) semesters and have maintained a 3.5 grade-pointaverage. The student must also have the approval of the administration and faculty to become a member.Once membership has been granted students must maintain a 3.5 average.
FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America - Purpose - To develop competent, aggressive business leadership;to strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work; to create more interest in theAmerican business enterprise; to develop character, prepare for useful citizenship and foster patriotism; toencourage scholarship and promote school loyalty; and to facilitate the transition from school to work.
FFA - Future Farmers of America (national organization of, by, and for students enrolled in Agriscience)-Purpose - To provide members an opportunity for practical training in agricultural leadership, cooperation and
citizenship.
Forensics - Purpose - To provide students with opportunities to participate in forensic activities as set forth bythe Virginia High School League.
One Act Play - Purpose - To provide students with opportunities to participate in One Act Play activities as setforth by the Virginia High School League.
International - Purpose - To encourage students to pursue the study of Foreign Languages and to offer co-curricular activities related to those languages.
TfT Teachers for Tomorrow - Purpose - to provide members an opportunity for training in education.
Varsity - Purpose - To promote boys' and girls' athletics at WCHS
Weight Lifting - Purpose - To build strength and endurance.
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CONSTITUTION
OF THE
STUDENT COUNCIL ASSOCIATION
OF
WILLIAM CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL
NAMEThe name of the organization shall be the Student Council Association of William Campbell High School. It
shall consist of nine officers, two faculty advisors, the principal, and assistant principal.
OBJECTIVES
1. To allow students to participate in or to assist in managing extra-curricular affairs.
2. To develop student responsibility, initiative, leadership and school pride.
3. To promote the welfare of the school through proper student/faculty relationships.
4. To promote a better relationship between the school and the public.
5. To provide student leadership in the promotion/evaluation of school related policies and
procedures through the administration.
6. To provide for appropriate student expression.7. To furnish a working model of democratic government.
Specific information on the procedures, practices, and functions of the SCA may be obtained from the
advisors in charge.
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DISCIPLINE
It is the philosophy of William Campbell High School that students of senior high school age are capable
of exercising self-discipline. Their responsibilities are continually increasing in the school, home, and
community, and their acceptance of these responsibilities should be displayed throughout the school year.
To implement this philosophy, only those rules and regulations necessary to ensure an effective instructional
program and ensure the safety and well being of the students have been adopted. These rules also apply to
student conduct when going to and from school, attending or engaging in any school-sponsored activity.
Students who do not exercise acceptable self-discipline or fail to adhere to school board policies and school
rules will be subject to disciplinary action by the administration to include but not be limited to: detention,
placement in the Program of Alternative Discipline (PAD), out-of-school suspension (OSS), referral to the
Superintendent's Office, long-term suspension, and referral to the school board for expulsion.
After-School Detention - Detention is a form of discipline, which can be assigned to a student for violations of
school rules and regulations.
Students who are assigned detention will report to a designated area at a designated time. Students will
be required to be quiet and do homework. Students who report to detention without homework will be
assigned to PAD, and they will still be required to serve another assigned detention or will be assigned to
PAD.Assignments to detention take priority over practices and games. It has been instituted as an alternative
to suspension from school; therefore, transportation to school or home is the responsibility of the student
and the parent.
Lunch Detention - Students who are assigned lunch detention shall report to the cafeteria and sit at an
assigned table. The following guidelines shall be followed:
1. The students shall sit at an assigned table until the cafeteria supervisor directs them to get their
lunch.
2. The students shall sit facing away from the students and shall not talk to anyone.
3. Lunch detention shall end when the cafeteria supervisor dismisses the student.
4. The students may be asked to provide other services such as picking up trays or pushing chairsunder the tables.
School Community Service - The purpose of the school community service program is to provide students
with an alternative to our regular discipline program. The administration reserves the right to offer this
choice based on the severity of the offense. The following guidelines have been established for this program:
1. A student failing to report to work detention will receive further disciplinary actions.
2. The school community service shall not be for more than one hour per day.
3. The administrator shall assign the work detention that shall include, but is not limited to: trash
collection; sweeping halls, classrooms, or cafeteria; cleaning around the outside of the building;
and cleaning the gym area.4. The student will be given 24-hour prior notification in order for the student to provide his own
transportation.
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PAD - The Program of Alternate Discipline (PAD) will provide for the retention of students within the school
during the normal school day. The objectives of the program are (1) to assist the student in academic
achievement, (2) to help the student meet the goals of the educational system, (3) to remove the student
from a classroom setting thereby enabling the remaining students to realize greater benefits from the
educational system, and (4) to modify behavior and bring about a more positive attitude toward education.
The following is the list of rules and regulations that students must follow during their assignments in
PAD:
1. Students will bring textbooks, notebooks, pencils, and other needed supplies to class.2. Students will report to the PAD room at the beginning of homeroom.
3. Students will remain seated and quiet.
4. Students assigned to PAD will not be able to leave the PAD for any reason other than for lunch or
when escorted by an administrator or teacher.
5. Students are to work the entire time on school and PAD assignments.
6. Students will not bring snacks, beverage, or gum into the PAD area.
7. Students will be cooperative and observe all school rules.
8. Students will return their PAD discipline notice signed by a parent to the PAD instructor or they
will receive further discipline.
9. Students will complete all work in PAD before re-entering regular classes. Failure to do all
assignments will result in a longer stay in the PAD.10. Students will act appropriately in PAD. Any act of misconduct while assigned to the PAD will
result in suspension. Upon the student's return to school, he must complete the PAD assignment.
Out-of-School Suspensions - Students may be suspended out of school as a disciplinary action. Make-up
work will not be allowed for time suspended out of school. When a student is suspended, he is suspended
from all school functions and is not to be on school property at any time unless arranged in advance by the
administrators. Suspended students may not visit any other schools in the county during their suspension.
Violation of these regulations will be grounds for further disciplinary action.
Articles Prohibited in School - Refer to the Campbell County Schools Parent Notifications at
www.campbell.k12.va.us.
Dress Code - Students are expected to maintain appearances which are not distracting to teachers or other
students and are not detrimental to the educational process. When a student's dress is considered
inappropriate, he will be sent to the office for appropriate disciplinary actions.
Drug Policy - It is a student's responsibility at William Campbell High School to inform a teacher or an
administrator if a person is in the possession of or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Refer to the
Campbell County Schools Parent Notifications at www.campbell.k12.va.us.
Fighting - Refer to the Campbell County Schools Parent Notifications at www.campbell.k12.va.us.
Public Affection - Students are expected to refrain from public displays of affection. Students who violate
this policy will be subject to disciplinary action. Public affection includes but is not limited to hugging,
kissing, and inappropriate touching.
Remaining After School Hours - No student will be allowed to remain in any area of the school after school
hours without permission and supervision by a staff member. Students are required to be out of the building
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by 3:05 p.m. unless they are involved in a school activity.
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Sales - Students are required to obtain permission from the administration to sell anything in the school
unless it is school sponsored. All fundraisers must be approved in advance by the administration.
Sportsmanship - Students and spectators are expected to use good sportsmanship at all school extra-
curricular activities. Students who violate this rule will be referred to the office for disciplinary action.
Stealing - Students stealing personal property belonging to the school or other students will be disciplined.
This also includes damaging another person's property. The sheriffs department may be called.
CHARGES AND FEES
Book Rental - There will be no textbook rental charge or materials fee. Students will be charged for
damaged or lost textbooks at book cost.
Driver Education: Behind the Wheel - $100.00
Tuition Charges: Nonresident Tuition - $500.00/Year
$250.00/Semester
Campbell County employee - No Charge
Class Dues: Must be paid each year in order to be involved in class and school sponsored activities.
Freshman $10.00
Sophomore $10.00
Junior $25.00
Senior $25.00
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GUIDANCE
At William Campbell guidance encompasses a wide range of activities to help the student get the most
out of high school experiences with the cooperative efforts of parents, students, administrators, teachers,
and counselors.
Current emphasis on career education has added to the importance of guidance as an instrument of aid
to the student in planning a course of study. We encourage parents and teachers to participate in the
student's planning.
Program of Studies
Core Curriculum
A step to assure opportunities of learning for all students is the core curriculum implemented by the
Campbell County School Board. Each student will successfully pass a minimum of 22 units for graduation.
The twenty-two credits counted for graduation are earned in grades 9 - 12.
Courses Offered
English - A core of four English classes in grades 9-12 will be offered. In addition, honors and AP English
courses will be offered to students.
English 9 English 11
Pre AP English 9 AP English Language and Composition
English 10 English 12
Pre AP English 10 College Composition I/II (CVCC Dual Enrollment)
Mathematics - The courses offered in Mathematics include the following:
Algebra I Pre AP Algebra II/Trigonometry
Geometry Elementary Math Functions
Pre AP Geometry Pre AP Calculus
Algebra II AP Calculus AB
Science - The courses offered in Science include the following:
Earth Science Physics Honors
Biology AP Biology
Pre AP Biology AP Chemistry
Pre AP Chemistry Ecology
Social Studies - The courses offered in Social Studies include the following:
World History I AP U. S. History
World History II Virginia and U. S. Government
Virginia and U. S. History AP Comparative Government and Politics
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Foreign Language - The courses offered in Foreign Language include the following:
Spanish I French I
Spanish II French II
Spanish III French III
Spanish IV French IV
Fine Arts - The courses offered in the area of Fine Arts include the following:
Art I Band
Art II Speech/Drama
Art III
Our students realize the importance of self-discipline and self-motivation in regards to fine arts. Extra-
curricular activities with fine arts are extensions of the classroom instruction.
Health and Physical Education - The courses in Health and Physical Education include the following:
Health and Physical Education 9
Health and Physical Education 10 / Driver's Education
Also available: Phys. Ed. 11/12, Athletic Training
Vocational Education - Each high school offers two complete sequential vocational programs at the
home-school level. The courses offered in Business include:
Keyboarding / Computer Application Info/Word Processing
Accounting Computer Information Systems
Advanced Accounting Office Administration
Business Management Economics
Other vocational courses offered include:
Basic Technical Drawing Agriscience I
Architectural Drawing Agriscience II
Engineering Drawing Agriscience III
Advanced Drawing/Advanced Technical Agriscience IV
Drawing I/II Dual Enrollment (CVCC)
The three-hour block programs at the Campbell County Technical Center carry Carnegie units for students in
Grades 9-12 only. Work passed nets 3 units per year. All other courses are year-long and carry one credit per
course passed.
Study Hall - Students at William Campbell High School will be expected to come to their study hall prepared
to study or read. During the study hall periods, students may be provided with study skills instruction.
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College Information
College Applicants - Seniors should begin obtaining and filling out applications for colleges by mid-October. A
transcript of the high school record should accompany all applications. A signed release is necessary prior to
the mailing.
Admission requirements to colleges vary. A good resource providing the specifics of any given college is
The College Handbook. Usually, the colleges expect the applicants to have taken the SAT I: Reasoning Test.
Larger colleges and universities also expect their applicants to take SAT II: Subject Tests. The Admission
Testing Program provides the necessary materials for the various tests which are generally administered
during the following months: October, November, December, January, March, May, and June. Students
planning to attend college must pre-register for all tests approximately six weeks prior to the actual test
date. Juniors are encouraged to take the SAT's.
An opportunity for juniors and sophomores providing experiences similar to those of the SAT's is optional
in the selection of the PSAT/NMSQT for practice. Community colleges generally administer the Comparative
Guidance Placement Tests for purposes of determining the selection of courses and other guidance services.
Costs for the different tests vary.
Transcript Fee - Official high school transcripts may be requested from the guidance office. Students
scheduled to graduate at the end of the current school year may request two transcripts, free of charge, to
be sent directly to the colleges of their choice. Additional transcripts may be requested for a fee of $2.00 pertranscript. Transcript request forms are available in the guidance office. Please allow one week for
processing.
TRANSPORTATION
Student Automobile Regulations - Each student driving a vehicle to William Campbell must display a William
Campbell High School Parking Permit. Students must park in the main student parking lot located by the
tennis courts.
Students must secure permission from the administration before they will be permitted to park on the
school grounds. Applications may be picked up the first week of school. These applications must be
returned to the office the first week in September. If the application is approved and school fees have beenpaid, a parking decal will be issued that must be displayed and properly adhered to the rear window. The
cost of the decal will be $5.00.
Parking decals may not be transferred from one vehicle to another vehicle. Any violation of parking
regulations will make the student subject to loss of the parking decal and/or disciplinary action.
Students are not permitted in the parking lot or in vehicles, except when arriving at or departing from
school, without permission from the administration. Any student going to the parking lot without
permission from the administration will be subject to disciplinary action.
Any students staying after school for extra-curricular activities are prohibited from moving vehicles from
the student parking lot.
Students who violate the conditions of the parking application will have their parking decal confiscated.
Students who are repeatedly suspended are subject to loss of parking privileges.The school also reserves the right to deny parking on school grounds to individuals who have not
purchased a decal, who are constantly tardy to school or who fail to observe the 10 mile-per-hour speed
limit. Any violation of parking regulations will result in disciplinary action. Vehicles are subject to being
searched on school grounds if there are reasonable grounds of suspicion for a search.