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Niles Senior High School 1441 Eagle St. Niles, Michigan (269) 683-2894 Student Handbook 2007-2008

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Welcome to Niles High School Dear Students, On behalf of the faculty and staff, we are pleased and proud to welcome you to Niles High School, home of the Vikings. From core academics and Career Pathways to innovative electives and top-notch extracurricular programs, NHS offers challenges and opportunities for every student. Whether you’re returning this fall or joining us as a new student, we hope you will find NHS an ideal environment to get involved in a variety of activities to further your educational and personal development. The material in this handbook is designed to inform students and parents with key school policies and procedures. We encourage you to read through the handbook carefully now, and then refer to it as needed throughout the year. By becoming familiar with these rules and policies, you will have taken the first step in becoming an effective partner in our school community. Our goal is to ensure that both you and the school benefit from your time here. To this end, the doors to our offices are always open to those with questions, concerns, or suggestions. We hope you will drop by sometime! Just as every student has different needs and goals, we can each make a unique contribution to our learning community. Be an involved Viking! We sincerely wish each and every one of you a successful 2007-2008 school year.

James Knoll, Principal Molly Brawley, Assistant Principal Robert Smith, Assistant Principal John Danaher, Athletic Director Faculty and Staff

School Colors: Blue & Gold School Paper: The Viking Journal

Yearbook: Tattler Mascot: Vikings

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Office Staff Phone Numbers ....................................10 Bell Schedules .........................................................11 I. GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................12 Academic Recognition ........................................12 Academic Records/Credits .................................12 Academic Reports ..............................................12 Adult Status ........................................................13 Announcements..................................................13 Computer Use ....................................................13 Counseling and Guidance Services ...................13 Class Changes..............................................13 Dances................................................................14 Detentions...........................................................14 Extracurricular Activities .....................................14 Food Services.....................................................14 Breakfast .......................................................14 Cafeteria Behavior Expectations ..................14 Lunch ............................................................14 Handicapped ......................................................15 In-school-restriction (ISR) ...................................15 Lockers ...............................................................15 Lost And Found ..................................................15 Medications and First Aid ...................................15 Non-Discrimination Policy/Procedures ...............16 Off Campus Events and Field Trips....................16 Out-of–school-suspension..................................16 Problem Solving Procedure................................16 School to Career.................................................17 Seminar ..............................................................17 Student Planners ................................................17 Technical/Electronic Devices ..............................17 Textbooks And Supplies .....................................17

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Transfer Credit and Graduation Requirements ..17 Transportation.....................................................18 Bus Procedure ..............................................18 Student Arrival/Departure..............................18 Student Drop-Off/Pick-Up Areas ...................18 Student Driving/Parking ................................18 Work Permits ......................................................18 II. ATTENDANCE ...................................................18 Policy ..................................................................18 Procedure ...........................................................18 Truancy .........................................................19 Extenuated Absences ...................................19 Excessive Absences and Grade Status........19 Make Up Assignments/Tests.........................19 Pre-Arranged Absence Slip ..........................19 Tardy Policy ........................................................20 III. STUDENT BEHAVIOR.......................................20 District Code of Conduct.....................................20 Non-Negotiables .................................................20 General Behavior Expectations ..........................20 Standards of Dress .............................................21 Student Behavior Consequences.......................21 Appeal Processes...............................................24 IV. APPENDIX A. Niles Community Schools Acceptable Computer Use Policy...............................24 B. Niles Community Schools Appeal Processes ...............................................26 C. Niles Community Schools Athletic Code ......27 D. Acknowledgment of Receipt of NHS Student Planner ....................................................38

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NILES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Office/Administrative Personnel Administrators (269) 683-2894 James Knoll, Principal, Ext. 358 Robert Smith, Assistant Principal, 9-10 grades, Ext. 311 Molly Brawley, Assistant Principal, 11-12 grades, Ext. 329 Athletics 684-8683 John Danaher, Athletic Director, Ext. 318 Counselors 683-2898 Carla Brown, Ext. 313 Jennifer Freeze, Ext. 357 Ron Poole, Behavior Specialist, Ext. 360 Ted Potts, Ext. 314

Work Experience and Placement Coordinators Leon Heimberger, Ext. 315 Ken Swanson, Ext. 312

Librarian Jerry Holtgren, Ext. 347

Secretaries Rhonda Fletcher, Principal, Ext. 303 Marcia Mason, Main Office, Ext. 302 Sharon Syson, Registrar, Ext. 310 Julie VanLaere, Guidance, Ext. 317 Dori Keegan, Athletics, Ext. 319

Attendance Clerk Margie Clubb, Ext. 301

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Schedule Regular Schedule

Friday/Seminar Schedule

7:25-9:10 9:15-10:45 10:45-11:20 11:25-12:55 10:50-12:20 12:20-12:55 1:00-2:32

7:25-8:50 8:55-10:10 10:15-11:25 11:25-12:00 12:05-1:15 11:30-12:40 12:40-1:15 1:20-2:32

1st/2nd 3rd/4th Lunch 5th/6th 5th/6th Lunch 7th/8th

1st/2nd Seminar 3rd/4th Lunch 5th/6th 5th/6th Lunch 7th/8th

Delayed Start Schedule

Half-Day Schedule

9:25-10:30 10:35-11:40 11:40-12:20 12:20-1:25 11:45-12:50 12:50-1:30 1:30-2:32

7:25-8:15 8:20-9:05 9:10-9:55 10:00-10:50

1st/2nd 3rd/4th Lunch 5th/6th 5th/6th Lunch 7th/8th

1st/2nd 3rd/4th 5th/6th 7th/8th

Pep Assembly Schedule 7:25-8:40 8:45-9:55 10:00-11:10 11:10-11:45 11:50-1:00 11:15-12:25 12:25-1:00 1:05-2:32

1st/2nd 3rd/4th 7th/8th Lunch 5th/6th 5th/6th Lunch 7th/8th

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PART I

GENERAL INFORMATION

Academic Recognition The Honor Roll is published at the end of each semester. To be a member of the Honor Roll a student must have attained a 3.0 G.P.A. for the semester. Juniors and Seniors who have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher are considered as candidates for membership in the National Honor Society by completing and submitting an application to the chapter advisor. A faculty panel will review the applications. In addition to academic performance, selection is based on character, leadership and service. National Honor Society applications for the 2007-8 school year are due on/before October 04, 2007 at 7:25 a.m. for Fall Inductions; on/before March 03, 2008 at 7:25 a.m. for Spring Inductions. To be considered for graduation academic honors a student must have completed a minimum of 4 semesters at Niles High School. Graduation honors are awarded as follows: Blue Cords - National Honor Society; Gold Cords - cumulative GPA for 7 semesters of 3.0 or better; Gold School Board Sash - 7 semesters of 3.0 cumulative GPA while taking 4 years of rigorous sequential courses in English, math, science, social studies and 2 years of the same foreign language; Red Cord - 4 years of Math/Science Center; White Cord - Class Officer. All graduates wear a stole signifying their career pathway.

Academic Records The following will be used to determine grade status: Sophom*ore Junior Senior

5.5 credits 13.5 credits 21.5 credits

Credits Credits Available: 32 Graduation Credits: 29 4 cr ELA 4 cr Math 3 cr Science 3 cr Social Studies 1 cr Health/PE 1 cr Visual/Performing Arts A student must earn a total of 16 State Required Credits leaving 16 credits available out of 32 credits offered. The available credits must be earned in four areas: 4 credits in career core, 8 credits in elective credits, 1 credit in Freshman Connection/Learning Lab, 3 Open credits for “Skills” or “Lab” classes. · 1 credit online experience. · successful completion of 2 years of the same World Language will count as 1 career core elective. · all students must take the MME to graduate.

Academic Reports Report cards are mailed home after each nine-week marking period. Academic grades for Juniors and Seniors (A, B, C, D, F) encompass an evaluation of student effort and are based on the standardized grading percentage ranges: 100-90 = A, 89-80 = B, 79-70 = C, 69-60 = D, below 60 = F. Semester progress reports are also mailed to each student’s home. 12

Freshmen, Sophom*ores and Juniors will be calculated using the following scale:

Grading Scale Letter Grade

Non-weighted

Weighted

93-100 A 4.00 5.00 90-92 A3.67 4.67 87-89 B+ 3.33 4.33 83-86 B 3.00 4.00 80-82 B2.67 3.67 77-79 C+ 2.33 3.33 73-76 C 2.00 3.00 70-72 C1.67 2.67 67-69 D+ 1.33 2.33 63-66 D 1.00 2.00 60-62 D0.67 1.67 59 and below F 0.00 0.00 Students enrolled in AP courses (*) will receive weighted grades (+/- not calculated in current Senior grades). *To receive weighted grade credit, students in AP courses must remain in the class for the complete enrollment period.

Adult Status Students who have attained the age of 18 are adults and legally responsible for their actions. They are expected to follow all rules as they apply to the entire student body with the following exception: Adult students not residing with their parent or guardian may sign excuse documentation for their own absence from school. Evidence may be required as to the need for the absence.

Announcements Announcements are for communication of important information to the student body. Announcements should be submitted to the main office. Students wishing to submit announcements must receive proper signatures from teacher/coach/adviser before submitting to administrator. An administrator or advisor before posting must approve signs advertising various student activities. Parents may receive daily announcements via e-mail by contacting the attendance office.

Computer Use Computers are available for student use in classrooms and computer labs. The use of computers is a privilege. Students and parents must read, sign and return the Technology Acceptable Use Policy (see Appendix A).

Counseling and Guidance Services Niles High School offers student counseling and guidance in educational, vocational, and personal fields. Three guidance counselors and a behavior specialist provide services which cover scheduling, major and career pathway planning, testing, scholarship awareness, personal counseling, conflict resolution, alternative methods of earning credit, job requirements, as well as providing information and help with post-secondary options. Students may make a counseling appointment by signing up in the Guidance Office before or after school, during lunch, or between classes if time permits.

Class Changes Classes are scheduled for each student based on the signed request form. Students wishing to change the requests made for their schedule must do so before the end of the previous school year as per signed schedule request forms. There will not be any changes out of scheduled classes listed on the request form. If there is an error in scheduling, please request to see your counselor during the first four days of the semester.

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Dances School dances are held throughout the year and are sponsored by various organizations. Students must show their school ID card at the door. Any student who wishes to bring a guest must return a completed guest pass form to the principal’s secretary two days prior to the end of the school day of the dance. Guest pass forms are available from the principal’s secretary. All guests must be high school students, or not over the age of 18. Prom guests may not be over the age of twenty (20) years of age. The NHS principal or his/her designee must approve all guest passes. Students will be admitted to the dance up until 10:00 p.m., unless prior arrangements have been made with administrators. Once a student leaves the dance, he/she will not be allowed to re-enter. All dances held at NHS will end promptly at 11:15 p.m. Students are asked to leave the building at the conclusion of the dance. Students will need to make ride arrangements before coming to the dance, as there will be no student supervision once the dance ends.

Detentions No Morning Detention Lunch Detention 1/2 hour detention only 1st Lunch 2nd Lunch After School Detention 1/2 hour or 1 hour detentions may be served. If a student does not serve a detention, the time is doubled. If a student accumulates 2 “No Shows”, the referral is given to the appropriate administrator who may assign in school suspension (ISR) or out of school suspension (OSS) unless the student had an excused absence the day the detention was to be served.

Extracurricular Activities Sponsors of various clubs, organizations, and athletic teams will formulate rules and regulations pertinent to each individual group and submit them to all participants in writing. It is to be understood that school rules and regulations apply to all such activities including off campus activities. See Appendix B for NHS Athletic Code.

Food Services Breakfast Breakfast will be available to all Niles Senior High students in the school cafeteria. The cafeteria will be serving from 7:00 - 7:20 every morning. Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch will also qualify for free/reduced breakfast.

Cafeteria Behavior Expectations 1. Students are permitted to consume foods and beverages in the cafeteria only. 2. Students who bring lunches must also eat in the cafeteria unless leaving the building. 3. Students who throw food in the cafeteria are subject to suspension from the cafeteria. They may be readmitted with a parent conference. 4. Students who leave trays and debris will be subject to the cafeteria work details and possible suspension. 5. Absolutely NO glass beverage containers allowed in building.

Closed Lunch for Ninth and Tenth Grade Ninth and tenth grade students are not to leave the building be subject to a consequence of the discipline code.

during the lunch period. Violators will

Open Lunch for Eleventh and Twelfth Grade Students are advised that open lunch for eleventh and twelfth graders is a privilege. Students are expected to observe the following rules: 1. Students are to dispose of all litter in proper receptacles. 2. Students are to observe all city ordinances and neither loiters on, trespass on nor damage personal property. 3. Students are to act responsibly and respectfully toward citizens with whom they come in contact during open lunch (example: use of appropriate language). 14

4. Students are to exit and enter the building through the parking lot and office entrance only. 5. Students may be asked to show their ID upon their exit and re-entry. Failure to observe these expectations may result in the denial of open lunch privileges for any or all students.

Handicapped Students are advised that every effort will be made to accommodate special needs. Students who have special needs (wheelchair, crutches, parking permit) are to request assistance in the main office.

In-School-Restriction (ISR) A student may be required to complete the consequences of misbehavior by remaining in a designated room and completing assigned classroom academic tasks. ISR, in lieu of out-of-school suspension will provide a restricted student the opportunity to participate in school and to pursue academic study.

Lockers School lockers are the property of the district. At no time does the district relinquish its exclusive control of lockers provided for the convenience of students. School authorities for any reason may conduct periodic general inspections of lockers at any time, without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant. 1. Each student is required to use school issued locks for hall lockers. All other locks are prohibited. Students must pay $5.00 if their lock must be replaced. 2. Locker assignments are made in the office. NO changes are permitted without administrative approval. 3. Students are to report defective lockers or locks to the office immediately. 4. Students are not to share lock combinations or lockers with anyone. 5. Students are advised not to keep valuables and personal possessions in lockers. The school is not responsible for loss or damage of personal property. 6. When using the gym locker rooms, students are cautioned to lock their valuables and equipment according to directions given by their physical education instructor. All reports of theft are to be made immediately to the physical education instructor.

Lost and Found The lost and found department is in the main office. Lost or stolen items are to be reported to office personnel or the administration. Unclaimed items are given to local charities at Winter Break and at the end of the school year.

Medication/First Aid Before any prescribed medication or treatment may be administered to any student during school hours, the Board shall require the written prescription from the child’s physician accompanied by the written authorization of the parent. Both must also authorize any self-medication by the student. Before any non-prescribed medication or treatment may be administered, the Board shall require the prior written consent of the parent who must also authorize any self-medication by his/her child. The District in accordance with the Superintendent’s guidelines will administer medications. Only medication in its original container; labeled with the date, if a prescription; the student’s name; and exact dosage will be administered. Parents, or students authorized in writing by their physician and parents, may administer medication or treatment. Students may possess and self-administer a metered dose or dry powder inhaler for relief of asthma, or before exercise to prevent onset of asthma symptoms, while at school, on school-sponsored transportation, or at any school-sponsored activity in accord with the Superintendent’s guidelines, if the following conditions are met: A. is written approval from the student’s physician or other health care There provider and the student’s parent/guardian to possess and use the inhaler (Form 5330 F1c) B. The building administrator has received a copy of the written approvals from the physician and the parent/guardian.

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NILES COMMUNITY SCHOOLS NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY AND PROCEDURES It is the policy of the Niles Community School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination, in employment or any of its program or activities. 1. Any questions concerning Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin, should be directed to Mr. Douglas Law, Superintendent, Niles Community Schools, 111 Spruce Street, Niles, Michigan 49120. 269/683-0732. 2. Inquiries related to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, should be directed to the Executive Director of Curriculum, Niles Community Schools, 111 Spruce Street, Niles, Michigan 49120. 269/683-0736. 3. Questions concerning Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, should be directed to Mr. William Kennedy, Director of Special Education, Niles Community Schools, 111 Spruce Street, Niles, Michigan, 49120. 269/683-0757.

Off Campus Events Students at school sponsored off campus events shall be governed by school district rules and regulations and are subject to the authority of school district officials. Students may be restricted from attending these events and may be suspended from school for the violations of school district rules and regulations. In order to participate in school sponsored field trips students are required to maintain passing grades in classes that meet during the scheduled field trip.

Out Of School Suspension (OSS) The principal or designee may impose an out of school suspension of up to ten (10) days duration, but shall attempt to notify the student’s parents or guardians of the suspension by telephone. A copy of the notification shall also be sent home with the student. The written notice shall include the reasons for the suspension and the dates(s) of the suspension. A suspended student is not permitted on any Niles Community Schools’ property during his/her suspension. Students may obtain assignments during suspension (see “Makeup Assignment /Test” section of NHS Student-Parent Handbook).

Procedure for Parents to Follow to Solve a Perceived Classroom Problem At the first sign of concern a parent should contact the teacher before a small incident becomes a big problem. Often situations can be resolved at this stage. The accepted procedure to register a serious concern effectively is: 1. Contact the teacher in person or by phone for an appointment. 2. When arriving for an appointment, check in at the office. 3. Speak to the teacher about the specific problem, and if a change is indicated, agree on a reasonably short time for the changes to be completed. 4. If the classroom situation has not changed within the agreed upon time, make an appointment to speak to the teacher and principal or his/her designee. The Board advises the public that the proper channeling of complaints involving instruction, discipline, or learning materials is as follows: 1. Teacher 2. Appropriate grade level assistant principal 3. Principal or his/her designee 4. Superintendent or his/her designee, if appropriate 5. Board of Education Specific procedures for processing complaints are available from your building principal’s office or Doug Law, Superintendent, Niles Community Schools, 111 Spruce Street.

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School-To-Career The School-to-Career Program is offered to all students. It is designed to provide a work based learning experience in a student’s chosen career. School-to-Career students are to leave the building when scheduled to do so. Students who do not leave at the scheduled time will be sent to the office. Students will be required to participate in all scheduled system wide testing and follow regular /modified bell schedule(s). To receive School-to-Career credit a student must receive 1.0 credit in Niles Senior High classes each semester.

Seminar Seminar period is specifically designed to help students improve their achievement. Students are not allowed to leave school during seminar and return. The only exception is prearranged doctor appointments that must be documented. If there is no documentation, a 1-1/2 hour detention will be assigned. Students must sign out and sign back in according to the attendance policy.

Student Planners The student planner is an integral part of the daily routine at Niles High School. Every student is provided with one planner and is expected to carry his/her planner during the school day. Students are only allowed to use their own planner. Replacement planners are available in the Principal’s Office for $10.

Technical/Electronic Devices No electronic communication devices (ECD) are to be used in the school building during the school day without the school’s permission. ECD’s used in the school building without authorization will be confiscated and turned in to the appropriate assistant principal. ECD’s (including cell phones) must be off and remain in the student’s locker during the school day. A pay telephone is available in the main hallway for student use before class, between classes, at lunchtime and after school. Telephones are to be used only when classes are not in session. When a student needs to use a telephone during class time it is considered an emergency. In these cases the telephone in the office is to be used.

Textbooks and Supplies It is the responsibility of every student to come to class with the proper supplies to be successful. This includes textbook, agenda planner, paper and writing implements. Required textbooks and the original planner are furnished free of charge to students. In many cases, an individual copy will be issued to each student by the teacher, while in other classes, a set of books or a variety of materials will be available to be shared with others. Students will be held responsible for all materials issued to them. If a book or agenda planner is lost during the school year, it will be necessary to make arrangements immediately to purchase another school issued replacement. At the close of the school year, books are to be returned and damage or wear beyond normal usage will be charged to the student. Materials and equipment loaned to the students, such as tools, safety glasses, locks and rulers are to be returned in good condition and any loss or damage will be charged to the student. Any student found with materials improperly checked out from the Senior High Library or taken from a classroom is subject to disciplinary action.

Transfer Credit and Graduation Requirement Transfer students will have their official transcripts evaluated by the guidance department and administration. At the conclusion of the evaluation process, a credit status report will be issued. Credit will be accepted from all public and nonpublic high schools registered and accredited by the state in which they operate. For credits from non-registered and non-accredited schools to be accepted the student must 1) present a course description and a list of the course objectives attained 2) validate the learning through the competency testing procedure. The last semester before graduation must be spent at Niles High School. During that semester the student must take maximum number of credits per semester and fulfill the graduation requirements specified for that graduating class. A maximum of 2.5 make up credits taken off campus is permitted and 29.5 credits are required to participate in the commencement ceremony.

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Transportation Bus Procedures Permission from home and school is necessary for the following: 1. Getting off the bus at other than the regularly assigned bus stop. 2. Riding a bus other than the one assigned. Students must adhere to guidelines established by the transportation director. Written requests are to be submitted to the attendance office before school or during lunch period.

Student Arrival/Departure Prior to 7:00 a.m. students must enter the building from the student parking lot entrance or the main entrance on Eagle Street, and are restricted to the cafeteria and adjacent hallways. Students who have detention or permission to be outside the restricted area will go directly to that room or area, and must be accompanied by a staff member. Students will not be permitted to loiter in the halls or access their lockers before 7:00 a.m.

Student Drop-Off/Pick-Up Areas Parents are asked to drop-off and pick-up students at the Main Entrance on Eagle Street. When traffic becomes heavy or back-ups occur, students may also be dropped off/picked up in the student parking lot along Eagle Street. Drivers are asked to enter the west entrance of the student lot, turn right along Eagle Street, and exit onto Eagle Street by the baseball field. Parents may also drop-off and pick-up students along 14th Street. Parents and guests should not circle through the student parking lot to drop-off or pick-up students at the parking lot doors. The bus lot on the north side of the school building is restricted to staff members, busses, and deliveries only.

Student Driving/Parking 1. In order for a student to park in the high school parking lot, he/she must purchase a student parking permit at the main office. 2. Students are to park in designated areas only -- main parking lot. 3. Students are not permitted to loiter in their vehicles nor in the student parking lot or block driveway areas. 4. Students are to drive carefully and at a reasonable speed with due regard for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. 5. All vehicles on school property are subject to search with “reasonable suspicion.” 6. Disciplinary action may include suspension of parking privileges on school property and towing.

Work Permits Offer of Work and Request for Working Permit forms are available in the guidance office. This form must be completed by the employer and student and returned to the office. A work permit will then be completed by office personnel, signed by the student and returned to the employer.

PART II

ATTENDANCE Policy

Student attendance is a vital factor in academic achievement. Every class period is important. Regular and punctual attendance of students is expected, encouraged and enforced. Students should anticipate an adverse affect on their grade and enrollment status for excessive absences. Compulsory school attendance ends at age sixteen (16). We believe that the student who is over sixteen and in school is seriously seeking an education. When a student sixteen (16) or older demonstrates this is not the case, the student may be dropped from the regular school program by the administration until it is evident that the student is willing and capable of seriously pursuing an education. To participate in an after school extracurricular or athletic event a student must have been in attendance for the entire day unless excused for another school function, pre-approved by a school administrator, or signed out by a parent with administrative approval. All absences from a class shall be counted except those for school sponsored/sanctioned activities or approved extenuated absences.

Procedure An excused absence from school or class is an absence where the parent or guardian properly completed the required parental contact with the school. An excuse note on the day of return is proper parental contact. Students who have been absent are to bring an excuse note to the first class period upon their return to school. Failure to bring an excuse note will result in an unexcused absence. If a student arrives after the tardy period, (the first five minutes of a class period), he or she will be 18

considered absent and must report to the attendance secretary to sign in and receive an admit. For the first block of the day, the student is allowed a ten-minute tardy period. Students who leave school during the school day must sign out in the Attendance Office. On their return to school, the student must bring an excuse note to their first class period or, if they return the same day, to the attendance secretary. The student will receive an unexcused absence without an excuse note. Students who miss more than five minutes of class are considered absent and must bring an admit to this class period the next meeting time. Unexcused absences will result in a 30-minute detention, to be served after school.

Truancy A student shall be considered truant each day or part of the day s/he is inexcusably absent from his/her assigned location. Absence is defined as no presence in the assigned location any time beyond the tardiness limit. Truancy demonstrates a deliberate disregard for the educational program and is considered as a serious matter. Administrative action taken will be as follows: 1. No credit will be recorded for work missed as a result of truancy. 2. A record of truancy will be entered in the student’s record file. 3. A parent conference may be held. A student shall be considered “habitual truant” when, in spite of warnings and/or his/her parent’s efforts to ensure attendance, s/he has accumulated twenty (20) truancies during a school year. The disciplining of truant students shall be in accord with Board policies and due process, as defined in Policy 5611 and the Student Code of Conduct.

Extenuated Absences Absences beyond the control of the student will be considered for extenuated absence status. Extenuated absence status removes the absence from affecting the participation grade or from a hearing for removal from school. Students are required to make up all work missed during an extenuated absence. When a student wants an absence to be extenuated he/she must apply to the appropriate assistant principal. Vacations are excluded from this, unless mitigating circ*mstances exist. The assistant principal prior to the vacation will determine these circ*mstances. Each case will be decided on its own merit. Appropriate documentation, provided by the student upon return to school is central to determining what is or is not an extenuating absence. When a prolonged absence is anticipated because of medical reasons, students should apply to the principal for homebound status. With the proper documentation the following absences will be considered for extenuated absence status: 1. Court appearance 2. Medical reasons 3. Death in family 4. Emergency

Excessive Absences And Grade Status Excessive absences will affect a student’s grade and ability to pass a class. Attendance/participation may constitute a percentage of the marking period grade. All absences except extenuated and school function absences could be considered part of the attendance/participation grade.

Make Up Assignments/Tests Responsibility for making up work for an excused absence rests with the student. Make up work must be submitted to instructional staff within the equal number of days absent, plus one, but not to exceed ten school days. This does not include pre-arranged absences including vacations and field trips. In these cases, all work must be completed upon student’s return. An unexcused absence/OSS will result in no credit for work missed. Instructional staff has the option to waive this policy. Homework assignments can be requested through the Guidance Office for a student missing three (3) days or longer. Once homework assignments are provided through this manner, students are expected to have assignments completed upon return.

Pre-arranged Absence Slip A pre-arranged absence request must be obtained from the attendance office and must be accompanied by a written note from the parent. The student is expected to complete all of the work that is missed on the day the student returns. Requests for pre-arranged absences should be made three days in advance to give the teachers adequate time to prepare the assignments. 19

Tardy Policy 1. Tardiness defined: A student is considered tardy when not in the appropriate classroom when the tardy bell rings. 2. When the student is more than five minutes late to blocks 3 through 8, the teacher is to mark the student as absent. When the student is more than ten minutes late to blocks 1 and 2, the teacher is to mark the student as absent. 3. Consequences: A student receiving a tardy will be assigned detention to be served within 24 hours. The first failure to serve detention will result in doubling detention time. Repeated skipping of detention will result in ISR/OSS. 4. Excessive tardiness will not be tolerated and will result in parent contact.

PART III

STUDENT BEHAVIOR

District Code of Conduct This code has as its purpose the defining of categories of misconduct and potential consequences as sanctioned by the Niles Community Schools Board of Education. All behaviors have consequences whether or not they are the result of carefully thought out decisions. It is each student’s responsibility to read and understand the code. The high school staff and administration is charged with implementing consequences for misbehavior that will help change a student’s behavior and provide a safe and secure learning environment. The consequences listed in the code are general guidelines. Based upon knowledge of the facts and concepts of effective/progressive discipline, administrators have the authority to implement consequences that, in their opinion, are most appropriate. These consequences may include but are not limited to detentions, suspensions, behavior contracts, school or community service, expulsions, etc.

Non-negotiables The following behaviors are considered unacceptable by Niles Community Schools and will result in suspension and an administrative hearing. The administrative hearing panel will be composed of three district administrators. The student and his/her parents will be informed of the time, place, and purpose of the hearing. At the hearing, all parties will present information pertinent to the case. School officials and the student may invite other individuals to participate in the hearing. After the panel has heard all the parties, they will excuse the student and parents to determine the appropriate disciplinary action. If expulsion is recommended, the recommendation will be forwarded to the board of education. The panel will also recommend conditions for re-admittance to the Niles Community Schools. The behaviors listed below apply to actions on school property and school sponsored activities. 1. Any purposeful action toward another student that results in serious and observable injury requiring medical attention. 2. Use or possession of a weapon, explosive, look-alike weapon, or anything that is used as a weapon. 3. Possession of any drug or look-alike drug (includes alcohol and tobacco). 4. Use, or being under the influence, of drugs or alcohol. 5. Intentionally causing, or attempting to cause, physical harm to any school staff or school representative through force or violence. 6. Verbal assault against any school staff or school representative (any intentional threat or offer to do bodily injury to another by force, under circ*mstances which create a well founded fear of actual harm, coupled with the apparent ability to carry out the act if not prevented). 7. Acts of arson, bomb threats, false fire alarms, or any serious threat to school property or activities. 8. Willful destruction of school property (in excess of $200). 9. Acts of stalking (repeated or continuing harassment of another individual that cause a reasonable person to feel terrorized, frightened, intimidated, threatened, harassed, or molested).

General Behavior Expectations One of the goals of Niles High School is to teach students the behavior expectations of the adult work world. These expectations include self-respect and respect for others. Our behavioral expectations also include behavior that makes Niles High School a safe and secure learning environment. In addition to these expectations, the teacher with administrative approval may develop more specific classroom expectations. 1. Student attendance is required at all assemblies and special programs. Assigned seating, attentiveness, and appropriate appreciation are expected. 20

2. Students are not to loiter in the building after 2:30 p.m. When in the building after 2:30 students are to be with a supervised activity. Any student remaining on school property after dismissal must be supervised by school personnel. 3. Book bags, backpacks, gym bags, purses, briefcases and oversized bags are to be kept in lockers. 4. Consumption of food and/or drink during the school day, except during lunch, must be approved by administration. Food purchased at school vending machines and school store are to be consumed in the cafeteria only. 5. Public displays of affection are prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, kissing and hugging. Handholding is acceptable. 6. Students are expected to maintain academic integrity. 7. The school will not deliver flowers or gifts during class time. Delivered items may be picked up in the office at lunch or after school to take home. 8. Physical, Emotional or Social Bullying will not be tolerated. 9. Running, shouting, pushing, blocking traffic flow and inappropriate language are unacceptable hallway behaviors. 10. Sexual Harassment is prohibited. Sexual Harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, sexual requests or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates an uncomfortable environment for the victim. 11. Students are expected exercise sound decision-making regarding their behavior. If a student assists another student in violating any school rule, they will be disciplined and may be subject to suspension or expulsion.

Standards of Dress 1. Clothing should be appropriate, neat, clean, inoffensive, and decent. Student attire should not pose a threat to public or personal safety and not be disruptive or distracting to classroom activity or pupil behavior. A. Pants worn below the waistline (“sagging”) or exposes underwear are not allowed. Pants may not have holes above the knee. Excessively holed, torn, or ripped pants are not permitted to be worn. Pants made from flannel or fleece that are considered “pajama bottoms” are not permitted. B. Shorts and skirts must be no shorter than a hand’s width above the knee. C. All shirts and/or blouses must cover a minimum of half of each shoulder and the entire torso. “Fish net” or see through clothing, open-armed shirts that are loose-fitting, halter tops, tube tops, spaghetti straps or tank tops are not permitted. D. Clothing, patches, buttons, jewelry, bags and any other personal items which advertise or promote alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, illegal substances or obscene matter in print, pictures or symbols are not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, descriptions or representations of sexual acts, excretory functions, nudity, mutilation, violence, gang emblems, swear words, or offensive language or symbols. 2. Hair curlers, hats, bandannas, sunglasses, and headgear are not to be worn in the building. These items are to be placed in lockers prior to class time. 3. Shoes are to be worn at all times. Slippers are not permitted. 4. Any accessories such as chains, spikes or jewelry that could be detrimental to the safety and/or welfare of other persons will not be permitted. 5. Coats designed and intended for outdoor wear shall be stored in the student’s locker immediately upon arrival at school. They are not to be worn again until the student is on the way out of the building. This includes, but is not limited to, jackets for outdoor wear, military style coats and jackets, and letter jackets.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR CONSEQUENCES It is to be understood that this code is intended to be cumulative for the 2007 - 2008 school year. Parent-student-teacher-administrator communications and/or conference(s) are encouraged to correct all misbehavior.

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THREATENING BEHAVIOR (verbal or physical) incitement to fight parent contact by administrator 21/2-hour detention 2 ISR/OSS 5 ISR/OSS Code of Conduct Hearing

CHEATING/PLAGARISM First offense parent contact by teacher no credit for assignment Second offense parent contact by administrator Nine week grade of “F”

INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR IN SCHOOL (behavior and/or conduct and/or incitement to action that results in disruption of the learning process and an orderly school environment or endangers the safety of the school, students, and/or personnel). ½ hour detention 1-hour detention 21/2-hour detention 2 ISR/OSS 5 ISR/OSS DRESS CODE VIOLATION* warning 1 hour detention and removal from school until standards are met. (Time of absence will unexcused) 2½-hour detention 2 ISR/OSS *(extracurricular activities dress code compliance will be at administrators’ discretion)

POSSESSION OR USE OF FIREWORKS, EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS OR NOXIOUS SUBSTANCES 5 OSS Code of Conduct Hearing PHYSICAL ASSAULT (physical assault is different from fighting because it does not involve at least two active participants. Macing a person is viewed as an assault.) 5 day OSS Code of Conduct Hearing

FIGHTING will be defined as physical contact in which two or more parties are active participants, which does or could cause bodily harm. Physical contact refers to but is not limited to hitting, shoving, pushing, tripping, pinching, or spitting. on another individual will result in Out-of-School Suspension. 3 ISR/OSS 5 OSS Code of Conduct Hearing

FORGERY OF SCHOOL DOCUMENTS 1-hour detention 2 ISR/OSS 5 ISR/OSS

THEFT OR POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY 3 day OSS plus restitution 5 day OSS plus restitution Code of Conduct Hearing possible police contact

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Spitting

VANDALISM(misuse/destruction/defacing school property and/or personal property caused by the result of inappropriate behavior) 1 ISR/OSS 3 ISR/OSS 5 ISR/OSS all consequences included full payment of labor and replacement costs of applicable restitution Possible police contact Code of Conduct Hearing

SKIPPING/CLOSED CAMPUS VIOLATION (truancy or willful absence from school) Single class, 1 1/2 hour detention (all subsequent violations will result in “all classes” discipline consequences) All classes, 3 ISR/OSS, 5 ISR/OSS Code of Conduct Hearing IMPROPER CHECK OUT (Failure to sign in/out at the office when entering/leaving the building, unauthorized leaving building) 1-hour detention 1 ISR/OSS 3 ISR/OSS

VIOLATION OF DRIVING/PARKING REGULATIONS parking ticket/fine loss of school driving/parking privileges possible police action/towing INSUBORDINATION/DISRESPECT (refusal to comply with request of school authorities or disrespect to school personnel) 1-hour detention 2 ISR/OSS 5 ISR/OSS Code of Conduct Hearing

USE/ACCESSED/DISTRIBUTION OF OBSCENE OR PROFANE LANGUAGE IN ORAL OR WRITTEN FORM IN PICTURES, CARICATURES, GESTURES, ON CLOTHING OR THROUGH TECHNOLOGICAL DEVICES ½ hour detention 21/2-hour detention 1 ISR/OSS 3 ISR/OSS 5 ISR/OSS Code of Conduct Hearing

INDECENT EXPOSURE 5 OSS Code of Conduct Hearing The listed penalties are a possible range of penalties. The administration has the right to invoke any disciplinary measure necessary to insure the positive operation of the school. Referrals to police and juvenile authorities will be made, when appropriate. • Regulations covered in this handbook are in effect at school or at any school approved activity on or off school property. All penalties must be served prior to the student being readmitted to school. • Any student who is under restriction or suspension will not be allowed to attend or participate in any school activity. • Any student accumulating 12 or more in-school restriction days through the course of the school year will receive OSS for every day thereafter. • Administration may convene a Code of Conduct Hearing against a student whenever, in his/her judgment, the documented behavior pattern of the individual or the seriousness of the offense is opposed to the process of formal education within the Niles Community Schools. 23

Appeal Processes (See Appendix B) APPENDIX A NILES COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ACCEPTABLE COMPUTER USE POLICY GENERAL INFORMATION Niles Community Schools strongly promotes the use of electronic information technologies in educational endeavors. The district provides access to information resources in a variety of electronic formats, which allows learners to access resources, communicate in a technologically rich environment, and become responsible, self-directed, life-long learners. Niles Community Schools is responsible for the management of the infrastructure, hardware and software that the district uses to access information technologies for educational purposes. These responsibilities include: ‰ Enforcing this Acceptable Use Policy ‰ Defining the rights/responsibilities of members ‰ Assigning/removing of member’s accounts on the network(s) ‰ Maintaining and repairing of network equipment ‰ Selecting software that the network will support ‰ Selecting resources that support the mission of the school district ‰ Providing training opportunities on the use and application of information technology All account holders on the Niles Community Schools Network will be granted access to services the network offers. The following people may hold accounts: • Students: Students who are currently enrolled in the district may be granted a network account upon agreement to the terms stated in this policy. • Faculty and Staff: Staff members currently employed by the district may be granted a network account upon agreement to the terms stated in this policy. • Others: Anyone may request a special account on the district network. These requests will be granted on a case-by-case basis, depending on need and resource availability.

Definitions District equipment includes, but is not limited to, computers, hardware peripherals, network infrastructure, disk drives, printers, scanners, video and audio recorders, cameras, photocopiers, telecommunications, video, and audio equipment. ‰ Software includes, but is not limited to, computer software, audio/video media resources and print/non-print resources. ‰ Networks include but are not limited to, all voice, video and data systems. The use of district technology is a privilege, which can be revoked at any time by the district. All files, programs and other electronic media are the property of Niles Community Schools. Users should have no expectation of privacy regarding documents, files, e-mail or other media stored or created using technology of Niles Community Schools, and understand that all items may be reviewed at any time without knowledge or consent of the user. Checkout of district technology for non-classroom use must be in accordance with building policy. ‰

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Users have appropriate experience or training before using the technology. Each individual user is responsible for the reasonable care of technology, including hardware and software while in their possession or while they are using it. They will not damage, deface, or misuse any computers or other technology equipment. Users will report any damage or problems with equipment immediately upon discovery to the building principal. Users are expected to have all media scanned for virus, dirt, or other contamination which might endanger the integrity of district hardware, software, or networks before they are used in district systems. Users are responsible for the security of the technology. Staff and students are not to use

or disclose confidential information except as part of an appropriate educational use of technology. For example, passwords are the property of the user and are not to be used by anyone else. Users may not leave their account open or unattended. Appropriate use of district technology is defined as use to further instructional goals and mission of the district. Only access within the district network, the Internet to retrieve information to facilitate learning, and outside resources to enhance educational information exchange is appropriate. Users should consider any use that does not fall under this definition of appropriate use as being potential misuse for which a loss of technology use and disciplinary consequences may occur. For example, students are not to check e-mail, download song lyrics, etc. Users are to use technology during instructional time only for facilitating learning and enhancing educational information exchange consistent with the purposes of the school. Users are to adhere to the rules established for the use of hardware, software, labs, and networks in the school or through remote access outside of the school. Users will be considerate of other users. This includes demonstrating respect for the rights and property of others and not accessing or misusing files, data, or information of others. Users will make the most efficient use of technology resources to minimize interference with others. (Examples: students will not use excessive time on the computer.) Staff needs the permission of their building administrator to install or duplicate software or unauthorized files. Students may not install or duplicate software or unauthorized files without direct and specific permission from the supervising teacher. Users have the conditional right to sign up for list servs, bulletin boards, web sites, newsgroups, or on-line services on the Internet that facilitate learning and enhance educational information only with the approval of the building administrator. Users accept responsibility for all material received via the Internet under their account. They accept responsibility for keeping all p*rnographic material, inappropriate files, or files dangerous to the integrity of the school’s network, equipment, or software from entering the

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school via the Internet or from being reproduced in visual, digital, or written format.

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using the technology for any illegal activity using the technology for private, for profit, or for nonprofit activities, or for product advertisem*nt malicious use of technology to disrupt the use of technology by others, to harass or discriminate against others, or to infiltrate unauthorized computer systems.

Consequences of Inappropriate use of Technology, Computer(s) and the Network • Any person who does not comply with the Acceptable Use Policy may lose privileges of use. • •

Repeated or severe infractions of the policy may result in permanent termination of privileges. The building administrator will determine what is inappropriate use based on this Acceptable Use Policy. Their decision is final. The building administrator may close an account at any time. Users violating any of these rights and responsibilities may face additional disciplinary action deemed appropriate in keeping with policies as stated in the student code of conduct, staff handbook or policies of The Board of Education.

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APPENDIX B APPEAL PROCESS Suspension of more than one (1) school day but not more than ten (10) school days may be appealed in writing to the principal within two (2) school days of the parents’ receipt of the written suspension notice. The written appeal must contain the reason(s) that the suspension is being appealed. Upon review, the principal may uphold the suspension, establish an alternative suspension of lesser severity, or reverse the suspension in its entirety. The review may include, but not be limited to, a meeting with the parents if, in the principal’s opinion, this is appropriate. The principal will reach the decision and inform the parents. The decision of the principal may be appealed in writing to the Superintendent within two (2) school days of the parents’ receipt of the decision. The Superintendent will reach a decision and inform the parents in writing within ten (10) school days after the receipt of the written request. The Superintendent’s decision shall be considered final. The parents may appeal to the Board only in cases of alleged violation of due process (Policy 5611) by the Superintendent. In such cases, the appeal shall be made in writing to the Board President within two (2) school days after the parents’ receipt of the decision and shall include a statement of the alleged violation of the policy. The Board shall notify the parents of its decision within five (10) school days of receipt of the written request.

Disabled Students In accordance with Board Policy 2461, a student in Special Education must be referred to the I.E.P.C. and those disabled under 504 must be referred to the Director of Special Education to determine if the behavior is related to the disability. Its decision will determine the appropriate next steps.

Student’s Record A record of a student’s expulsion is to be made a part of his/her permanent record.

Waiver It is the student’s prerogative to waive his/her right to a formal hearing. This waiver is to be in writing and signed by both student and parents or guardian. The signatures should be witnessed. Additionally, the student can constructively waive the hearing by simply not availing himself/herself of the opportunity for it, but such waiver cannot be construed before the passage of a considerable period of time, since it operates to close off the student’s rights. MISSION STATEMENT The Athletic Handbook is a resource for High School athletes and their parents, outlining the policies and conduct expectations associated with Viking Athletics. It is the goal of the athletic department that our athletes are as successful in the classroom as they are on the field. Our athletes are role models not only for younger athletes, but also in the community at large. The image of “class” that Viking Athletics strives to always maintain in the face of victory or defeat, requires that our athletes display good sportsmanship, good manners and comply with and support the rules and regulations contained in this Handbook. Through athletics, young adults are helped to become responsible citizens. By following the tenants set forth in this manual, the ideals personified through athletics will become a part of the student athlete’s personality and character. Every student in attendance at Niles Community School has the opportunity to be a part of the athletic program. Athletics are a privilege and bring with them benefits as well as obligations and responsibilities. Viking student athletes shall adhere to the standards established by the Michigan High School Athletic Association. With any participation in athletics there is a certain inherent risk of injury, be they minor or serious. Prior to participation, student athletes’ and parents/guardians must analyze and weigh this risk in relation to the many benefits of participation. In an effort to eliminate or minimize the risk of injury, the Athletic Department at both the Middle and High School levels will utilize the following safeguards: a The Athletic Department will maintain a continuing education program for coaches to learn the most up-to-date techniques and skills to be taught in their sport. b The coaching staff for each sport for each season will instruct all student athletes about the dangers of participation in the particular sport. c The Athletic Department will maintain safe structural and mechanically sound equipment and playing surfaces 26

APPENDIX C PHILOSOPHY The focus of the athletic program is on doing what is best for kids. Athletics are an integral part of the total education program. Not only are athletics an extension of the classroom, but also they serve as a laboratory for life’s lessons and learning. Every student athlete should enjoy a positive experience in the program. Interscholastic athletics are provided to promote the following goals: ¾ Teamwork and cooperation ¾ Good health and physical fitness habits ¾ Good sportsmanship ¾ Moral development ¾ Socialization ¾ Emotional maturity ¾ School spirit Winning records or team accolades do not solely drive the success of our athletic program. A successful Viking Athletic program means being competitive and achieving the educational objectives of Niles Community Schools. The program allows, and encourages, each participant to reach his/ her maximum educational and athletic potential in addition to building leadership skills and strong character traits.

SECTION 1- INTRODUCTION Participation in athletics is a privilege not a right. Students who participate assume greater responsibility and make certain sacrifices. All participating students must conduct themselves in a manner that appropriately represents the student, their family, the activity, the team, the school and the Community of Niles. The following rules of conduct shall apply to all students of Niles High School and Ring Lardner who are participants in interscholastic athletics or work as student managers or student athletic training student aides and student athletic workers. A student athlete will not: A. Consume or possess alcoholic beverages. B. Use or possess tobacco in any form (cigars, cigarettes, chewing tobacco or snuff) C. Use, possess, or distribute controlled substances (marijuana, cocaine, stimulants, intoxicants, depressants, narcotics, hallucinogens) or substances “made to look like” those listed above. D. Use, possess, or distribute Steroids or any performance enhancement substance. E. Be convicted of a felonious criminal offense. F. Engage in illegal activities or inappropriate behavior that dishonor or discredit the school or community. The Athletic Director and an Assistant Principal will decide questions as to whether a behavior is inappropriate. MHSAA CODE FOR ATHLETES shall serve as a guideline G. Engage in hazing or harassment. H. Engage in habitual misconduct in school. SECTION 2- PROCEDURES All violations accrued under the previous Viking Code, carry over with punishments being served as originally required. Process: An offender has an opportunity to present the facts from his/her viewpoint in a meeting with an Administrative Committee. The Administrative Committee will then determine the appropriate consequence. Appeal: All appeals must be presented in writing to the Principal or Athletic Director within 5 days of the notification to the parents of the offense and the penalty. All appeals will be heard by an Appeals Committee appointed by the Superintendent or Designee. NOTE TO ATHLETES: THE VIKING CODE IS IN EFFECT 365 DAYS PER YEAR FOR ALL YEARS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL ELIGIBILITY.

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SECTION 3-PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Physical Examinations A current year physical is one given on or after April 15 of the previous school year. The physical examination form must be completed by the physician, student athlete, parent(s) and/or guardian(s) and submitted to the coach prior to tryouts or practice. 2. Emergency Medical Information The parent(s) and/or guardian(s) shall complete an emergency medical information form giving permission for treatment by a physician or hospital when the parent(s) or guardian(s) are unavailable. The form will be kept in the medical kit for availability at all practices and contests. 3. Parent(s) or Guardian(s) Responsibility Acknowledgment Agreement Prior to trying out for any athletic team, a student athlete will be presented with an Athletic Handbook containing the necessary forms and information for participating in athletics. The student athlete must then present this athletic handbook to his/her parent(s) or guardian(s). The parent(s) or guardian(s) shall read all of the enclosed material and acknowledge understanding of the athletic eligibility rules and policies. The parent(s) or guardian(s) shall sign and return the Responsibility Acknowledgement Agreement to the coach or Athletic Department prior to participating in any practice or tryouts. 4. Insurance The Athletic Department will annually review the athletic insurance policy. Further information will be presented to student athletes beginning of each school year. Meet the Coach’s Night will also address the policy. Effective August 1997, the Athletic Department requires each student athlete grades 7-12 to purchase an athletic insurance policy through Niles Community Schools. The fee must be submitted to the head coach prior to practice or tryouts. Refunds are available upon request for student athlete’s unsuccessfully trying out for a team. The 2007-2008 costs is as follows: $40.00 one time fee The Board of Education will cover the remainder of the premium. This is a supplemental insurance program through First Agency of Kalamazoo, Michigan. 5. Scholastic Eligibility The athletic philosophy is that academic improvement reflects athletic success. The administration, teachers, coaches and staff will make every effort to provide development opportunities and maintaining consistent improvement of our student athletes.

High School Eligibility It is a long-standing fact that success in life, whether at work, home, or socially, depends on developing good personal habits in the classroom as well as in extra-curricular activities. The Athletic Department recognizes this and urges parent(s) or guardian(s) to get involved in any way possible. Conduct that is determined to be undesirable of a student athlete may force the administration to declare the student athlete ineligible for participation according to the principal’s discretion and the student athletes’ due process in conjunction with rules listed in this handbook. A student athlete serving a suspension is ineligible for all extracurricular activities for the assigned day(s) of the suspension. A student athlete is ineligible until the following day. The student athlete cannot participate in practice or an athletic contest during a suspension. Scholastic eligibility for all students participating in any extra curricular activities shall be determined by Michigan High School Athletic Association regulations. M.H.S.A.A./Niles High School Eligibility Regulations A. A student athlete must be passing six (6) full credited courses in order to be eligible to participate in the athletic program. Eligibility will be determined every four and a half weeks. B. Semester eligibility carries over from one school year to the next. C. A student athlete will be able to practice while ineligible but cannot participate or dress in any contest while ineligible. D. Athletic eligibility will be determined on Thursday following the end of the period.

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Academic Probation Definition: the status of any student athlete who fails one or more classes during the nine weeks or semester. A student athlete will remain on Academic Probation until all grades are passing at the end of the semester. The Athletic Department will conduct grade checks once every two weeks. The results will be placed in the head coach’s mailbox in the Athletic Department.

Athletic Academic Support Program A. Study Table - The Athletic Department recommends all head coaches offer their student athletes an opportunity for a study table. This study table may be conducted Monday through Thursday from 2:30 - 3:15 p.m. B. Academic Probation Plan - This plan will be developed when a student athlete fails one or more classes. The coach, parent(s) or guardian(s), athlete and teachers will attend this meeting. This plan will continue for the entire semester. When the plan overlaps from one season into another, the plan will continue with a review meeting of new coach and student athlete. The coach will monitor the progress of the student athlete. C. Tutor - Teachers can provide special tutoring to those student athletes with academic difficulties. Teachers will be available during the study table or after school. The coach and the student athlete will make arrangements for this special tutoring. D. Mentor - National Honor Society members or exceptional student in a given subject at the High School may tutor student athletes who work better with student mentors.

Ring Lardner Middle School Eligibility All 7th grade Middle School student athletes who begin the school year shall be academically eligible. Eligibility will be determined week-by-week for each subject. The standards for eligibility are as follows:

A. An “F” in any class during the current week will make the student ineligible the following week. B. A suspension from school during the current week will make the student ineligible the following week, as well as during the time of their suspension. C. Semester eligibility carries over from one school year to the next. D. Student athletes will be able to practice while ineligible, but cannot participate or dress in any athletic contest while ineligible. E. Eligibility will be determined on a weekly basis. Ineligibility begins each week on Monday and ends on Friday. Please note that students (High School and Middle School) who are currently receiving special education services must have any exemptions to this eligibility rule clearly stated in their individual educational plan as prescribed by their case conference review team. 6.

Risk Of Participation: A student athlete and parent(s) or guardian(s) must realize the risk of serious injury as a result of athletic participation. Niles High School and Ring Lardner Middle School will use the following safeguards in an effort to eliminate injury. A. The Athletic Director and coaching staff will conduct a Meet The Coaches Night prior to the start of the season to fully explain the athletic policies and to advise, caution, and warn parent(s) or guardian(s) of the potential for injury. B. The Athletic Department will maintain a continuing education program for coaches to learn the most up-to-date techniques and skills to be taught in their sport. C. The coaching staff for each sport for each season will instruct all student athletes about the dangers of participation in the particular sport.

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Financial Obligations: A. Uniforms—A student athlete will be required to maintain his/her contest uniform in good condition. B. Equipment—A student athlete is responsible for the proper care and security of equipment issued to him/her. School-furnished equipment is to be worn only for contests and practices; there will be exception for game day attire. All equipment not returned in good condition (excluding normal wear and tear) at the end of the season will subject the student athlete to a financial penalty. C. Facilities—A student athlete is responsible for the proper care and security of the facilities at Niles High School and Ring Lardner Middle School. Any damage caused by a student athlete will require full restitution by those responsible.

SECTION 4- INFRACTIONS/CONSEQUENCES All consequences will be based on a full seasons schedule. In the event that a consequence runs thru the end of a season, the athlete will be out the remainder of the season. If less than 50% of the consequence is served in the current season, the consequence will carry over to the next season until the remainder of the consequence is served. Violations of the Viking Code will result in the imposition of consequences as follows:

TOBACCO Tobacco Products, Snuff, Chew, etc. Possession or Consumption or Sale 1st Offense: Self Report: 0 Penalty Assessment required as well as Non-self Report: Up to 20% of any recommendation resulting Season from the assessment. Practice at coach’s discretion. 2nd Offense: Up to 50% of Season

Same as above plus loss of awards

3rd Offense: 365 Days

Same as above plus loss of awards

4th Offense: Life (End of Athletic Career)

Possibility of review for reinstatement after 365 days

ALCOHOL Possession/No Consumption 1st Offense: Self Report: Up to 15% of Season Assessment required as well as Non-self Report: Up to 25% of any recommendation resulting Season from the assessment. Practice at coach’s discretion. 2nd 365 Days Same as above and loss of awards Offense: 3rd Offense: Life (End of Athletic Career)

Possibility of review for reinstatement after 365 days. No practice and loss of awards

Alcohol Consumption

(Definition - the ingestion of any amount of alcohol) 1st Offense: Self Report: Up to 25% of Season Assessment required as well as Non-self Report: Up to 50% of any recommendation resulting from Season the assessment. Loss of awards for non-self report. Practice at coach’s discretion. 2nd Offense: 365 Days Same as above and loss of awards 3rd Offense: Life (End of Athletic Career)

Possibility of review for reinstatement after 365 days. Loss of awards. No practice

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ILLEGAL DRUGS (and controlled substances including use of another’s prescriptions)

Possession/No consumption 1st Offense: Self Report: Up to 15% of Season Non-self Report: Up to 25% of Season 2nd Offense: 365 Days 3rd Offense: Life (End of Athletic Career)

Assessment required as well as any recommendation resulting from the assessment. Practice at coach’s discretion. Same as above and loss of awards Possibility of review for reinstatement after 365 days. No practice and loss of awards

Consumption

(Definition - the ingestion of any amount of drugs) 1st Offense: Self Report: Up to 25% of Season Assessment required as well as Non-self Report: Up to 50% of any recommendation resulting from Season the assessment. Loss of awards for non-self report. Practice at coach’s discretion. 2nd Offense: 365 Days Same as above and loss of awards 3rd Offense: Life (End of Athletic Career)

Possibility of review for reinstatement after 365 days. Loss of awards. No practice

Providing prescription drugs to others freely will automatically be placed on the second level of the consumption clause for drugs. If this unlawful behavior has occurred repeatedly, it will be treated as a first offense for selling drugs.

SELLING OF DRUGS (Street drugs or prescription drugs) 1st Offense: 365 days from date of discovery Assessment required as well as any recommendation resulting from the assessment. Loss of awards. No practice Reinstatement hearing required after 365 days. The reinstatement committee consists of the standing appeal committee plus an active coach from either Ring Lardner or NHS, depending on which school the athlete attends. (i.e. if athlete is a high school student, the coach will be a high school coach) 2nd Offense: Life (End of Athletic Career)

Loss of awards. No practice

REASONABLE PROOF OF A FELONY 1st Offense

(i.e. Charges Pending) Athlete immediately suspended Practice at coach’s discretion. from competition.

Upon conviction, suspended from Practice at coach’s discretion. the date of occurrence for one (1) Loss of awards calendar year. 2nd Offense Life (End of Athletic Career) Loss of awards. No Practice

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ILLEGAL OR INAPPROPRIATE ACTIVITIES (of a non-felony nature)

THESE ARE ACTIVITIES THAT REFLECT INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR AND BRING DISHONOR OR DISCREDIT UPON THE SCHOOL AND THE COMMUNITY. SHOULD THERE BE A QUESTION ABOUT SUCH BEHAVIOR IT SHALL BE DETERMINED WHETHER IT IS INAPPROPRIATE BY CONSULTATION BETWEEN THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR AND PRINCIPAL (OR ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL) 1st Offense Up to 10% of the season Practice at coach’s discretion 2nd Offense Up to 25% of the season Practice at coach’s discretion 3rd Offense Up to 50% of the season 4th Offense

Practice at coach’s discretion. Loss of awards

Life with possibility of reinstatement upon review by the Appeals No practice. Loss of awards committee after 365 days.

NOTE: In today’s climate even the time-honored custom of spreading of toilet paper (“Tee-Peeing”) at someone’s house has come under scrutiny. The act itself has often been passed off as harmless fun. However, other factors must be considered. Among these are intent and what else occurs beyond the spreading of toilet tissue (i.e. do bushes get trampled, is paint or shaving cream involved, are cellophane and shredded paper used, is reckless driving and disorderly behavior occurring?). It is very easy for such activity to be perceived as hazing or harassment. Beyond that, it may be seen as trespassing, may also involve a city curfew violation and may result in intentional or unintentional property damage. Tolerance of these behaviors is not what it once was. These practices have “run their course”. Therefore, it is not appropriate for student-athletes to engage in “Tee-Pee-ing” anyone’s home or property. For these reasons the school reserves the right to punish such behavior as “inappropriate” or “illegal” under the Viking Code.

ATHLETIC POLICY REGARDING STUDENT HAZING AND HARASSMENT Hazing and harassment are behaviors, by one person towards another, which are insulting, intimidating, humiliating, malicious, degrading or offensive; it creates negative and uncomfortable feelings for the person, or group of persons to whom they are directed. The recipient may feel anything from a discomfort or embarrassment in the presence of the person or group of people displaying the behavior to a feeling of terror or even fear for their safety. Hazing and harassment can take many forms whether physical, verbal, sexual or emotional, and can involve a combination of these elements. Sexual hazing or harassment is a form of sexual discrimination under both Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972. Hazing, or initiation rights, which single a person or group of people out and subject them to embarrassing, degrading, or secretive behavior will almost always be viewed as harassment. It is the policy of The Athletic Department to maintain a learning and working environment that is free from sexual hazing and harassment. Athletes shall not engage in behavior that, even in the broadest sense, might be considered ‘hazing”. It is not just the conduct itself, which may make certain behavior inappropriate, but the context or way in which it is delivered, or its repetitive nature. Allegations of emotional, physical or sexual abuse or neglect involving a minor must be reported to an available administrator. Once a complaint of harassment or abuse is made, the school will conduct a thorough investigation and respond appropriately. Coaches must be alert to society’s changing perceptions about the appropriate use of power. With coaching comes power, with power comes vulnerability. Codes of behavior for players and coaches must be developed and communicated in a manner that guides and governs “the words and actions” of all participants during their sport season. The coach is the most influential participant in preventing harassment, hazing and abuse during his/her coaching season. The coach must use every opportunity to reinforce the principle of appropriate behavior by being a role model and communicating with athletes daily in practice, during pre-competition preparation, during competition and in post-competition feedback sessions. The coach has a responsibility to behave in a respectful 32

manner. The coach is an important leader who must reinforce an environment free of abuse, hazing and harassing behaviors of all student athletes and coaches alike. The value and safety of children and youth must be reflected in the standards of the entire athletic department.

HAZING / BULLYING / INTIMIDATION / HARASSMENT (In school or out - anytime) 1st Offense Up to One (1) game Practice at coach’s discretion 2nd Offense Up to 33% of the season

Practice at coach’s discretion

3rd Offense 365 days

Practice at coach’s discretion. Loss of awards No practice. Loss of awards

4th Offense Life

SCHOOL CONDUCT Habitual misconduct in school, cheating, fighting, theft, detentions, miscellaneous trouble, immoral behavior and all rules as promulgated/understood to be a part of a school student’s life, and/ or infractions that lead to the following school punishment: Any suspension from school

Mandatory meeting with coach to discuss the behavior. Coach reports to AD.

NOTE: Subsequent suspensions from school may result in additional athletic sanction (particularly for serious habitual misconduct as described above) Among these could be suspension from contests, practices and loss of awards. IN SUCH CASES WHERE STUDENTS ARE SUSPENDED FROM SCHOOL, THEY MAY NOT PARTICIPATE AND CANNOT ATTEND EVENTS (WHICH INCLUDES PRACTICE) UNTIL ALL I.S.R and O.S.S. IS SERVED/COMPLETED.

SECOND/THIRD VIOLATION OF VIKING CODE In the event that a student-athlete violates the Viking Code for a second time, in his/her career, or school year, in the same category, that second offense shall apply. (Likewise third offense and so on.) In the event the student athlete’s Viking Code violation is in a different category than the first (or second), the Athletic Director shall weigh the circ*mstances, and evaluate the case in a manner consistent with the seriousness of the two offenses. The Athletic Director will then render a consequence commensurate with those circ*mstances.

SECTION 5- PARTIES If a student-athlete attends a party where alcohol or drugs are being illegally dispensed, the student-athlete must leave the party and report their attendance to a coach or administrator before the end of the next school day. If the party occurs over the summer, the student-athlete has 72 hours to report to any school official or coach. leaving a detailed voice mail or e-mail is considered a report. Following these procedures exactly exonerates the innocent athlete assuming that the athlete is not frequently showing up at these parties. However, a student- athlete failing to report attendance will be judged to have been in possession unless it can be reasonably proven that consumption occurred. LEAVING MEANS LEAVING IMMEDIATELY

SECTION 6- MATRICULATION AND TRANSFERS TRANSFER/INCOMING STUDENT WITH PREVIOUS FELONY AND/OR SANCTIONS An incoming 7th grader or freshman that has committed a felony violation before entering Ring Lardner or NHS (or who committed a felony at his last school, if not in the system) must apply for athletic eligibility through the Administrative Committee. Transfer students from out of the Niles Community Schools system at the middle school or high school level will have any sanctions imposed upon them at their previous school of attendance carried over to the Niles Community Schools system. Also, any transfer student who had a previous felony conviction must apply for athletic eligibility through the Administrative Committee. This would happen upon completion of any “carry over” penalty

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SECTION 7 - THE APPEALS PROCESS Be it understood that this Viking Code of conduct is in effect twenty-four (24) hours a day, twelve (12) months a year. Furthermore, violations of the Viking Code are cumulative from year to year throughout the students’ middle school or high school career. Following notification that a penalty will be imposed for a violation of the Viking Code, the student or their parents may request a hearing before the Appeals Committee. The Appeals Committee may consider the guilt or innocence of the student with regard to their involvement in the violation. The Appeals Committee should not consider changes in the assigned penalties unless the evidence (facts) or extenuating circ*mstances require otherwise. Requests for hearings must be made in writing to the Principal within five (5) days of notification of suspension.

SECTION 8-VIKING CODE PARAMETERS, PROTOCOL AND FURTHER DEFINITION Never will a penalty be “rounded up” to a higher number than the actual mathematical computation. Suspensions are to begin immediately subsequent to the offense. Any violation that causes a loss of 50% or more of the season carries also an automatic loss of letter and school individual awards for that season. This would include school sponsored awards or awards which require nomination by the school. Any suspension in which the entire percentage cannot be fulfilled in that sport season shall be continued into the athlete’s next sport season. Drug and Alcohol Assessment programs must be mutually approved by the school and parents, and a certificate of completion must be sent to the designated person at the school and also a summary of any education or rehab courses the assessment recommends. If a Viking Code or apparent Viking Code violation occurs with reasonable proof, and the individual refuses to cooperate with the investigation by school authorities, he/she may be suspended from the sport until cooperation is obtained or until the investigation is complete, at which time further penalties may be imposed at the discretion of the Administrative Committee. A season is defined as that next season in which the athlete has historically participated. An athlete who chooses to go out for a different sport must complete that season if the penalty is to apply. A student may not participate (except practice if allowed by the Viking Code) during the appeals process. He/she has already been judged to have violated the Viking Code and therefore the penalty begins immediately upon his/her hearing with the Administrative Committee. Appeals will be handled expeditiously. In the event there is an apparent offense, but it falls into an “uncovered” or “gray” area, then the Administrative Committee shall, after seeking any possible parallels or common and standard procedures in such cases, evaluate the evidence and administer a consequence commensurate with the offense. Self-reporting is defined as notifying a Coach, Athletic Director, or School Administrator on the next school day after the infraction. If over the summer, the student has 72 hours in which to reach a Coach, Athletic Director, or School Administrator. An athlete may self-report only one time (on the first offense of their career) in order to receive a lesser penalty. However, a student-athlete who is “clean” or without violation for two years, and who then commits a violation, may self-report with the understanding that the Athletic Director may consider a reduced penalty according to the motivation and sincerity of the self-report. Because we adhere strongly to the policy that a student-athlete is a representative of his school and community, all athletes are responsible to hold themselves to this Viking Code and to high standards of behavior, 365 days per year, while attending Ring Lardner or Niles High School. This Viking Code comes into effect when a student officially begins practice as a middle school student or as a freshman whichever comes first and continues until graduation. The policy has no jurisdiction over non-athletes or over athletes who renounce their eligibility to compete. Violations from middle school shall not be carried over to high school (with the possible exception of certain felonies). However, all high school violations shall be considered cumulative. Assessment refers to an evaluation by competent professionals who then submit a report to the designated school official. For purposes of computing penalties, the “season” shall consist of all the regular season games and tournaments plus the first MHSAA Tournament game for a high school athlete or a first game post-season tournament for a middle school athlete. 34

The powers vested in the Appeals Committee and the process of Appeal is defined under the section titled, The Appeals Process

SECTION 9- PARENT (FAN) DECORUM At a time when society is experiencing increased incidents of physical confrontations and unmanaged anger associated with youth sports, Ring Lardner Middle School and Niles High School wish to state their philosophical stance for keeping our athletes, coaches and fans safe; insisting on proper behavior and promoting our positive reputation as regards to sportsmanship. We recognize that the majority of our parents and fans set a behavioral example of the highest standard. However, the few who do not; force us to address these issues. In as much as certain standards of expected behavior for our coaches (Coaches Handbook), student-athletes (Viking Code), and regular students are subject to school rules at athletic events, it becomes incumbent upon us to set standards for the behavior of our adult fans and parents. Niles Community Schools will not condone or permit inappropriate parental (fan) behavior directed toward Niles staff or players, the opposing school and all its representatives or the game officials. Such behavior by parents (fans) can cause the school to suffer severe sanctions from the MHSAA /conference and is embarrassing to the school and community. Inappropriate behavior is embarrassing to the school and reflects poorly on our values as a community. Niles Community Schools supports the MHSAA/ conference rules and the emphasis on good sportsmanship. We embrace this fully by definition and in spirit of intent. Proper human courtesies, kindness and decorum must apply to all relationships and situations, and sports are no exception. High school and middle school sports exist to build character, allow students to express themselves through physical exertion and skills, and as entertainment. There is no place for poor behavior toward anyone. Parents (fans) need to understand certain facets of the structure of high school athletics and the relationships involved. Notably 1. There is no inherent right to participate. Coaches will only retain those players whose skills and attitudes meet the needs of the program, as defined by the coach. 2. Likewise, the coach alone is responsible for deciding who plays and how much. 3. By allowing one’s child or children to play sports, the parent is, in effect, turning the child over to that coach for that time period. The coach, as is naturally assumed, will instruct the child and keep the child safe within normally accepted standards. 4. Coaches are professionals and are operating within the best interests of all student-athletes in their charge. 5. It is inappropriate for a parent (fan) to confront a coach after a practice or event. Parents (fans) should wait until the next day and schedule a meeting with the coach. This will help avoid conflict at a potentially emotional time. If a parent (fan) cannot reach satisfactory resolve from the coach, he/she may then contact the Athletic Director. 6. Making derogatory comments about the officials, coaches, players of either team or other parents and fans at an athletic event is never acceptable. 7. Swearing in public at athletic events is never acceptable. 8. Coming to an athletic event intoxicated is not acceptable. 9. Being offensive in any other fashion is not acceptable. Parents fans) who violate any of the above standards of decorum risk sanctions by the Niles Community Schools including, but not limited to, the following: A. B. C. D. E.

A warning, verbal or written. Removal from the contest or premises. Banishment from attendance at athletic contests for a set period of time or even permanently. The severing of further contact with team personnel. Civil or legal action.

In conclusion, we commend those parents (fans) who have always exhibited exemplary behavior and have served as positive role models for our student-athletes. We encourage our parents (fans) to volunteer, to become involved with our teams, and to be supportive of the attempts of the entire community to educate our youth. By working together, we will establish Niles athletes as a “class” act.

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We sincerely want to strive to make sportsmanship at Niles Community Schools an expectation, Where we let players play Coaches’ coach Officials officiate And let the fans be positive

SECTION 10-GENERAL POLICIES 1. Vacation • Vacations by student athletes during a sport season are discouraged. In the event an absence due to a vacation is unavoidable, an athlete must: A. Be accompanied by his/her parent/guardians while on vacation. B. Contact the head coach prior to the vacation with a written request from the parents or guardians. C. Any athlete who vacations without their parent/guardian shall face disciplinary action at the discretion of the coach. 2. Quitting a Sport • If a student athlete decides to quit participating in a sport he/she must: A. Consult with his/her Head Coach B. Check in all issued equipment. Once an athlete goes through a tryout or the first day of practice and is named to a team, if the athlete quits after that point he/she can’t participate in another sport during the same season. 3. Practices • According to the MHSAA for contact sports an athlete must have a minimum of 10 days of supervised practice with a coach before he/she can participate in a scheduled contest. Conditioning may be counted. • An athlete is expected to attend all practice sessions and try-outs unless excused in advance by the coach. • In order to practice or play, an athlete must be in attendance for an entire school day unless he/she has been signed out by a parent for a Dr./Dentist or other appointment. This also includes a school related absence. 4. Travel • Student-athletes must travel to and from out-of –town games on the school bus. • Only under extreme circ*mstances would an athlete be allowed to ride home with his/her parents; a form granting permission must be signed by an administrator. Any exceptions to this rule must be arranged prior to the contest and the athletic director and the coach must agree to this. • The policies and rules of the transportation department will be in effect. • The head and assistant coaches will ride the bus with the team to all away games. 5. Conflicting Extracurricular Activities • High school should provide a wide range of opportunities for its students, so there is bound to be conflict occasionally with the schedule of athletic events. • If such conflict arises, the student athlete will not be penalized no matter which event they attend; whether athletic or not. However, they must notify the coach or club organizer two school days prior to the event so that coach/organizer can adequately prepare other plans. • If no such notice is given disciplinary action will be at the discretion of the coach/organizer. 6. Inclement Weather • If a contest is scheduled to be played every effort will be made to see that the competition is held as long as it is safe for the visiting team, home team and spectators to travel. • If school is dismissed early or is cancelled due to weather the following will occur: • All middle school games and practices will be canceled. • All freshman teams will not be allowed to practice. • The Athletic Director will make the decision as to if the JV and Varsity teams will be allowed to practice between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. and will contact the head coach. • If the Athletic Director decides that it is safe for the JV and Varsity teams to conduct practice 36

the practice time will be between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. No practices past 5:00 p.m. will be allowed. • Any practices held on a day where school is not in session due to weather are totally voluntary on the part of the athlete. No punitive action will be taken if an athlete cannot attend practice on a snow day. • During the spring, no practices or games will be held during a tornado watch or warning. If in progress, the event will be suspended and the athletes will seek shelter, until such time as the watch or warning has expired. • In keeping with the SMAC Conference policy, if during the spring, the temperature is less than 40 degrees at 1:00 p.m. the contest shall be rescheduled. Practice will be held at the discretion of the coach. • Cancellations of athletic events will be put on the radio and local television stations. 7. Try-outs • Head Coaches have the responsibility for selecting the members of their teams. The coach will provide the following information to the athletes prior to the tryout period. • Information about the entire process and criteria used to select the team. • The length and extent of the try-out period. 8. Early Dismissal • Due to the length of time required to reach certain competitions, there will be occasions when students will be dismissed early. • Students are to report to class whether they are to be dismissed early or not. • It is the athlete’s responsibility to make up all work; this work shall be made up quickly and at the convenience of the teacher.

Adopted by Niles Community Schools Board of Education on Monday June 21, 2004

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APPENDIX D

Acknowledgment of Receipt of Student Planner PLEASE DETACH THIS PAGE AND RETURN TO YOUR TEACHER

I have read the Niles High School Handbook, including the rules, regulations and policies. I fully understand its meaning and consequences and support its enforcement by persons responsible. Please sign and return to your Teacher. This form will be kept on file in the office. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

__________________________________________________ SIGNATURE OF STUDENT ____________________________________________________ SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN

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SEPTEMBER SUNDAY

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2007 THURSDAY

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26 SUNDAY

27 MONDAY

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SEPTEMBER 2007

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31 FRIDAY

1

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WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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02 SUNDAY

03 MONDAY

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SEPTEMBER 2007

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7 14 21 28

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06 THURSDAY

07 FRIDAY

08 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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09 SUNDAY

10 MONDAY

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12 WEDNESDAY

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SEPTEMBER 2007

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14 FRIDAY

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WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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17 MONDAY

18 TUESDAY

19 WEDNESDAY

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SEPTEMBER 2007

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20 THURSDAY

21 FRIDAY

22 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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23 SUNDAY

24 MONDAY

25 TUESDAY

26 WEDNESDAY

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SEPTEMBER 2007

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27 THURSDAY

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29 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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OCTOBER SUNDAY

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01

02

03

07

08

09

10

14

15

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21

22

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2007 THURSDAY

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04

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11

12

13

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19

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26

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MONTHLY GOALS

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02 TUESDAY

03 WEDNESDAY

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08 MONDAY

09 TUESDAY

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14 SUNDAY

15 MONDAY

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17 WEDNESDAY

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21 SUNDAY

22 MONDAY

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29 MONDAY

30 TUESDAY

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76

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04 SUNDAY

05 MONDAY

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11 SUNDAY

12 MONDAY

13 TUESDAY

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NOVEMBER 2007

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WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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18 SUNDAY

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DECEMBER SUNDAY

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2007 THURSDAY

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MONTHLY GOALS

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20

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29

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26 MONDAY

27 TUESDAY

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30 FRIDAY

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WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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03 MONDAY

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DECEMBER 2007

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07 FRIDAY

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WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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10 MONDAY

11 TUESDAY

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WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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16 SUNDAY

17 MONDAY

18 TUESDAY

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DECEMBER 2007

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21 FRIDAY

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23 SUNDAY

24 MONDAY

25 TUESDAY

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JANUARY SUNDAY

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02

06

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08

09

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20

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27

28

29

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MONTHLY GOALS

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31 MONDAY

01 TUESDAY

02 WEDNESDAY

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7 14 21 28

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04 FRIDAY

05 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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06 SUNDAY

07 MONDAY

08 TUESDAY

09 WEDNESDAY

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JANUARY 2008

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7 14 21 28

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10 THURSDAY

11 FRIDAY

12 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

109

13 SUNDAY

14 MONDAY

15 TUESDAY

16 WEDNESDAY

110

JANUARY 2008

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M

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7 14 21 28

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S 5 12 19 26

17 THURSDAY

18 FRIDAY

19 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

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20 SUNDAY

21 MONDAY

22 TUESDAY

23 WEDNESDAY

112

JANUARY 2008

S

M

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

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T 3 10 17 24 31

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S 5 12 19 26

24 THURSDAY

25 FRIDAY

26 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

113

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FEBRUARY SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

03

04

05

06

10

11

12

13

17

18

19

20

24

25

26

27

116

2008 THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

01

02

07

08

09

14

15

16

21

22

23

28

29

MONTHLY GOALS

117

Notes

118

Notes

119

27 SUNDAY

28 MONDAY

29 TUESDAY

30 WEDNESDAY

120

FEBRUARY 2008

S

M

T

W

T

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

F 1 8 15 22 29

S 2 9 16 23

31 THURSDAY

01 FRIDAY

02 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

121

03 SUNDAY

04 MONDAY

05 TUESDAY

06 WEDNESDAY

122

FEBRUARY 2008

S

M

T

W

T

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

F 1 8 15 22 29

S 2 9 16 23

07 THURSDAY

08 FRIDAY

09 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

123

10 SUNDAY

11 MONDAY

12 TUESDAY

13 WEDNESDAY

124

FEBRUARY 2008

S

M

T

W

T

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

F 1 8 15 22 29

S 2 9 16 23

14 THURSDAY

15 FRIDAY

16 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

125

17 SUNDAY

18 MONDAY

19 TUESDAY

20 WEDNESDAY

126

FEBRUARY 2008

S

M

T

W

T

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

F 1 8 15 22 29

S 2 9 16 23

21 THURSDAY

22 FRIDAY

23 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

127

Notes

128

Notes

129

MARCH SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

02

03

04

05

09

10

11

12

16

17

18

19

23

24

25

26

30

31

130

2008 THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

MONTHLY GOALS

01

06

07

08

13

14

15

20

21

22

27

28

29

131

Notes

132

Notes

133

24 SUNDAY

25 MONDAY

26 TUESDAY

27 WEDNESDAY

134

MARCH 2008

S

M

T

W

T

F

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

S 1 8 15 22 29

28 THURSDAY

29 FRIDAY

01 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

135

02 SUNDAY

03 MONDAY

04 TUESDAY

05 WEDNESDAY

136

MARCH 2008

S

M

T

W

T

F

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

S 1 8 15 22 29

06 THURSDAY

07 FRIDAY

08 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

137

09 SUNDAY

10 MONDAY

11 TUESDAY

12 WEDNESDAY

138

MARCH 2008

S

M

T

W

T

F

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

S 1 8 15 22 29

13 THURSDAY

14 FRIDAY

15 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

139

16 SUNDAY

17 MONDAY

18 TUESDAY

19 WEDNESDAY

140

MARCH 2008

S

M

T

W

T

F

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

S 1 8 15 22 29

20 THURSDAY

21 FRIDAY

22 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

141

23 SUNDAY

24 MONDAY

25 TUESDAY

26 WEDNESDAY

142

MARCH 2008

S

M

T

W

T

F

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

S 1 8 15 22 29

27 THURSDAY

28 FRIDAY

29 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

143

Notes

144

Notes

145

APRIL SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

01

02

06

07

08

09

13

14

15

16

20

21

22

23

27

28

29

30

146

2008 THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

03

04

05

10

11

12

17

18

19

24

25

26

MONTHLY GOALS

147

Notes

148

Notes

149

29 SUNDAY

30 MONDAY

01 TUESDAY

02 WEDNESDAY

150

APRIL 2008

S

M

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

W 2 9 16 23 30

T 3 10 17 24

F 4 11 18 25

S 5 12 19 26

03 THURSDAY

04 FRIDAY

05 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

151

06 SUNDAY

07 MONDAY

08 TUESDAY

09 WEDNESDAY

152

APRIL 2008

S

M

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

W 2 9 16 23 30

T 3 10 17 24

F 4 11 18 25

S 5 12 19 26

10 THURSDAY

11 FRIDAY

12 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

153

13 SUNDAY

14 MONDAY

15 TUESDAY

16 WEDNESDAY

154

APRIL 2008

S

M

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

W 2 9 16 23 30

T 3 10 17 24

F 4 11 18 25

S 5 12 19 26

17 THURSDAY

18 FRIDAY

19 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

155

20 SUNDAY

21 MONDAY

22 TUESDAY

23 WEDNESDAY

156

APRIL 2008

S

M

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

W 2 9 16 23 30

T 3 10 17 24

F 4 11 18 25

S 5 12 19 26

24 THURSDAY

25 FRIDAY

26 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

157

Notes

158

Notes

159

MAY SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

04

05

06

07

11

12

13

14

18

19

20

21

25

26

27

28

160

2008 THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

01

02

03

08

09

10

15

16

17

22

23

24

29

30

31

MONTHLY GOALS

161

Notes

162

Notes

163

27 SUNDAY

28 MONDAY

29 TUESDAY

30 WEDNESDAY

164

MAY 2008

S

M

T

W

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

F 2 9 16 23 30

S 3 10 17 24 31

01 THURSDAY

02 FRIDAY

03 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

165

04 SUNDAY

05 MONDAY

06 TUESDAY

07 WEDNESDAY

166

MAY 2008

S

M

T

W

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

F 2 9 16 23 30

S 3 10 17 24 31

08 THURSDAY

09 FRIDAY

10 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

167

11 SUNDAY

12 MONDAY

13 TUESDAY

14 WEDNESDAY

168

MAY 2008

S

M

T

W

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

F 2 9 16 23 30

S 3 10 17 24 31

15 THURSDAY

16 FRIDAY

17 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

169

18 SUNDAY

19 MONDAY

20 TUESDAY

21 WEDNESDAY

170

MAY 2008

S

M

T

W

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

F 2 9 16 23 30

S 3 10 17 24 31

22 THURSDAY

23 FRIDAY

24 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

171

25 SUNDAY

26 MONDAY

27 TUESDAY

28 WEDNESDAY

172

MAY 2008

S

M

T

W

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

T 1 8 15 22 29

F 2 9 16 23 30

S 3 10 17 24 31

29 THURSDAY

30 FRIDAY

31 SATURDAY

WEEKLY GOALS AND PRIORITIES

173

Personal Directory Name/Address

174

Phone/E-Mail

Personal Directory Name/Address

Phone/E-Mail

175

Personal Directory Name/Address

176

Phone/E-Mail

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