Carmenita Middle School “Accelerating Excellence”

2015-2016 Student Planner 13435 East 166th Street Cerritos, CA 90703 (562) 926-4405 * Fax (562) 404-7807 www.edline.net/pages/Carmenita_Middle_School Principal – Mr. Kester Song Assistant Principal – Mrs. Dale Ross-Williams Dean of Students – Mrs. Deborah McGeary - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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Principal’s Message: The desire to accelerate learning and move all students to the next level of achievement is evident in Carmenita’s classrooms. Students work together on projects, collaborate in groups, and use higher-level thinking skills throughout the instructional day. Furthermore, students understand that progress is an expectation and teachers are committed to assist students in this progress. The philosophy of accelerating learning and excellence makes Carmenita a wonderful place for students to learn and achieve success.

Carmenita Cougars Are: Ready, Respectful and Responsible - Three R’s Ready

Responsible

We participate positively. We know and follow CMS rules and policies. We carry our student ID at all times.

We leave surroundings better than we found them. We report bullying and other threatening situations. We arrive to school and to our classes daily and on time.

Respectful We use appropriate language. We respect others’ space and belongings. We represent ourselves respectfully.

POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION AND SUPPORTS (PBIS) BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS Schoolwide Teaching Matrix

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Have needed materials Have student ID at all times Be prepared to participate positively Follow CMS rules and policies

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Use appropriate language Respect others’ space and belongings Keep hands and feet to myself Represent myself respectfully Use kind words

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Walk safely Go only where I need to go

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Leave surroundings better than I found them Discard trash Recycle Alert staff of bullying and threatening situations Discard gum before coming onto campus.

Homework completed before arriving to school Use restroom during passing periods and breaks

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Include others Socialize appropriately Watch where I am going Use good manners

Visit lockers during snack, 1st 10 min of lunch, and after lunch Student ID Ready Participate in lunch activities

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Wait my turn in line Eat own food Use my manners Be a good listener

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Stay within red lines Clean eating area Walk safely

Keep food off the blacktop Line up and be ready to enter the locker room Dress out and sit promptly on numbers

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Include others in activities Show good sportsmanship Have a positive attitude

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Place books and supplies neatly in designated area Stay behind red line until period ends

Use restroom and have materials before period begins Ask for help when needed Come to class organized, prepared and ready to participate

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Limit distractions such as cell phones, unnecessary noises, etc, Listen while others are speaking Respect classroom supplies and belongings

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Have applicable permission slips Be picked up within 15 minutes after event

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Respect visiting schools/visitors Listen while others are speaking Socialize appropriately

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Do my best Participate Return materials to designated places Complete and turn work in on time Demonstrate academic honesty

Represent CMS with class Obey bus and parking lot rules

Cougars Pass With Class You probably wonder sometimes about what you’re learning, and whether or not it’s really going to matter in your future. You probably think that whatever it is you’re learning the next year or two, you’re going to forget anyway. You might, but there’s more to school than meets the eye. You might think that you’re just learning a bunch of facts like names, dates, equations and ideas, but, really, something a lot more important is also happening. What is it? You’re developing the attitudes, habits and skills that will likely shape your whole life! That’s right! Whatever else you learn or don’t learn, these are the things that will eventually determine your career, your relationships and just about everything else you attempt to accomplish.

Attitude: Have you ever heard of a “self-fulfilling prophecy”?

Basically it is when you, not knowingly, cause a prediction to come true, due to the simple fact that you expect or believe it to come true. If you believe you can do something, you probably can . . . or if you believe you can’t, you probably won’t. Be a winner, “If you can believe it, the mind can achieve it”. Attitudes create reality.

Goals: Why are goals so important? Well, you have to know where you are going and why you’re putting in all of this time and work. Goals provide directions. For most of you it’s the direction of high school and college. For others it might be different. Remember this quote, “setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible” Tony Robbins.

Carmenita Academic Success TIME MANAGEMENT: Students are encouraged to use their time wisely and efficiently while at Carmenita. All students are to use their agenda daily. Students at CMS are expected to bring necessary materials to each class so that they may participate in the educational process. Students coming to class unprepared create an instructional disruption that negatively affects others and often takes time away from learning. Students will be required to move between classes during the four-minute passing period. The passing period is not a time for socializing or going to lockers.

HOMEWORK: Students with an excused absence from school will be allowed to make-up any missed assignments or tests. For each day a student is absent, they will be permitted one day of make-up time. Students are strongly encouraged to make arrangements with a "Study Buddy" for each class period. Parents may request make-up homework for students ONLY after three (3) full days of absences, or if you have knowledge of an impending extended absence. Assignments and tests announced prior to the student’s absence may be due the day the student returns. STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR REQUESTING HOMEWORK AND/OR ASSIGNMENTS THAT WERE MISSED. Homework should be done at home. The quad is a “no homework zone.”

GUIDED STUDY: A mandatory Guided Study program (after school) will be made available to students who struggle academically and may be in danger of failing a class. Students enrolled in this program will attend all days of the program, arrive on time, and observe regular classroom rules.

ACE (A Chance for Excellence): ACE is designed to give students an additional opportunity to complete homework assignments when they have been unable to do so during the course of the class. Students assigned to ACE are to report to the library during lunch and/or after school Mon-Fri the week it was assigned, to complete their assignments. Students can work on their assignments prior to Friday and thus be “cleared” from ACE and need not attend. ACE on Fridays are held from 1:15 - 2:20.

STUDENT Planner: The planner is one of the most valuable resources for your success during your time at Carmenita. Reading the planner will answer many questions and help you to make good choices. Utilizing the calendar portion of this planner to write the class Learning Goals (LG) and Homework (HW) assignments/projects will help you to organize and plan for success. Please take time to read this student planner with others at your home to assure that everyone understands the importance of using this planner and understands the expectations for all students.

PARENT PORTAL: The ABC Unified School District is pleased to make it possible for parents and students to access their child’s academic progress in each of their classes through the Internet. Carmenita Middle School believes this kind of access will improve parent and teacher communication as well as student responsibility. Parents will be able to view a summary report of their child's grades, along with a detailed report showing every assignment and attendance. To access Parent Portal, you will have to submit a completed “Access Form” to the school with your email address. An email will be generated and sent to you along with a password thereafter. With the password provided you can then access the ABCUSD website (abcusd.us) and click on the “Parent Portal” icon. You will then use your email and password to log in and view your student’s grades, attendance and other information!

EDLINE.COM: Edline is a school and class organization service that will be used throughout the district. Carmenita teachers will use this program to provide students, parents and community members access to their class websites 24 hours a day from their computers. Students, parents and guardians will be able to continue to access messages, classroom expectations, policies, assignments, educational videos and other class data to stay current in the class and send and receive messages to and from their teachers. Everyone will be able to log into an individualized account by accessing EDLINE.NET and using their personal log in and activation code. Students can also access the school’s Master Calendar and the Library’s catalog.

HOMEROOM: Students must be seated in their Homeroom class with their planner completed and reading material by 7:50 am. During Homeroom period, attendance is taken and important announcements are made through the TV Broadcasting class and televised in each classroom. Periodically, during the Homeroom period, Staff or student-leaders involved with the WEB Program will present lessons related to school and personal success. Students who are tardy will be subject to the Tardy Policy as outlined on page 15.

SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY: Student schedules are created randomly without ANY preference for teacher or period. Students and parents may not select teachers and periods.

UNSATISFACTORY NOTICES: Students whose work, attendance, or classroom behavior is not up to standards may receive an Unsatisfactory Notice. These are generally sent home halfway through each quarter. Notices may be computer-generated and mailed.

DELIVERIES FOR STUDENTS: Assignments – In an effort to teach our students responsibility, we discourage repeated drop offs of items which may include: students’ homework and class assignment, outside food deliveries, P.E. clothes, school projects and supplies. Students will not be summoned to come to the office. If there is a need for deliveries, students should be made aware of this by parents/guardians before school to pick items up in the main office. Students who require continual drop-offs may be subject to parent conferences with grade-level counselor.

COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY: We are privileged to live, work, and be educated in a multiculturally rich and ethnically diverse community. It is the responsibility of all of us to behave and interact with each other in a respectful, understanding, and tolerant manner. Racial and ethnic slurs, comments, put-downs, stereotypes, and demeaning comments are not allowed. Violations of this responsibility are subject to consequences as outlined in the “Consequences and Disciplinary Measures” section of this agenda.

Carmenita School Rules DANGEROUS OBJECTS: Dangerous objects of any kind are prohibited. Such objects/weapons include, but not limited to, guns (including pellet, BB, toy or look-a-like), knives (of any size), Exacto knives, razor blades, martial arts tools, or “workman” tools, chains (outside of bicycle use), laser pointer lights, “shockers,” buzzers or objects and jewelry that could be considered or used as a weapon. Other types of dangerous articles are fireworks and explosives (homemade or commercially

manufactured), lighters and lighter fluid, matches, poppers, aerosol cans, and “stink-bombs”. Students in possession of, distributing, or manufacturing dangerous articles will be immediately referred to the office and, in most cases, be suspended from school. Further consequences may include notification of law enforcement officers and a referral to the ABCUSD Student Evaluation Committee for possible expulsion.

CELL PHONES: Cell phone use is not permitted during school hours and must remain off and out of view, unless permitted by teacher, for that period only. If a cell phone is lost, stolen, or broken, Carmenita will not replace it or use any instructional time to investigate a missing cell phone. No cell phone features should be used on campus i.e. texting*, camera, video*, photo*, internet, or games, unless permitted by school authority. If a student violates any cell phone policies, they will be subject to the following: 1stOffense Phone confiscated and released to parent or guardian

2nd Offense Phone confiscated and released to parent or guardian

3rd Offense Phone confiscated and released to parent or guardian

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Detention for 1 day

Continued violation of cell phone policy may result in phone not being allowed on campus, phone restrictions if allowed on campus, and/or placement on CMS Tier Contract.

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who use the phone to send inappropriate text messages, photos, video or “other” may be referred to law enforcement in some cases.

In the case of an emergency, and the parents or guardian have to reach a student, please contact the front office to have student brought to the office.

INAPPROPRIATE ITEMS: Any item deemed a disturbance to the educational process is not allowed on campus. This includes all electronic devices such as cameras, flatirons, two-way radios, music players and electronic games. If such items are lost, stolen, or broken, Carmenita will not replace it or use any instructional time to investigate. All toys, stuffed animals, balloons, collector memorabilia (i.e. cards, coins, etc.) are not permitted on campus without permission of school personnel. Such items may be confiscated and kept in the office until a parent can come and pick up items.

INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIORS: Inappropriate language, gestures, or actions by students will not be tolerated. Students who demonstrate these types of behavior will be subject to consequences as outlined in the “Consequences and Disciplinary Measures” section of this agenda. This type of behavior includes, but is not limited to the following acts. ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Use of profane, vulgar, threatening, obscene language, gestures or actions. Committing, attempting to commit, or aiding in theft, robbery, or extortion (or being an accessory to the act.) Inappropriate use or vandalism of school or private property or destruction, mutilation or defacing of student agenda/handbook. Lying or spreading rumors about others. Use of gang-related language, threats, gestures, art, or writing. Gambling of any kind. Unauthorized trading or selling. Play fighting, slap fighting, birthday hits, body slamming (“bodying”), and horseplaying. Intimidation, hazing, harassment, or bullying of others. Verbal comments or gestures that provoke a physical response/taunting and baiting. Writing on a person’s or your own body Spitting in the classroom or in and around campus. Public display of affection includes, but is not limited to: (Hand holding, hugging, kissing, sitting on someone else’ lap, touching, etc.) This behavior is not allowed and should not be observed between students.

ETHICS CODE VIOLATIONS: (Cheating/Forgery) CHEATING: Carmenita Middle School students are held accountable to an ethics policy that addresses those students who do not adhere to academic honesty. All tests, quizzes, class assignments, homework, and any student-generated work are subject to this policy. Violations include, but are not limited to the following: ♦ Aiding another to cheat on an exam. ♦ Copying from another’s class work/homework by any means. ♦ Individual assignments can NOT be shared with another student at any time♦ Looking at another’s paper during an exam. ♦ Communicating or causing a disturbance during an exam or after the exam, this includes gestures, nodding, note passing, or any other form of signaling. ♦ Writing on one’s body or clothes with intent to cheat ♦ Bringing, passing, or being in possession of a “cheat-sheet” during an exam. ♦ Plagiarizing the work of another student, adult or Internet author/source. ♦ Turning in another’s work as one’s own. ♦ Using another student’s study material FORGERY: All behavioral referrals and most reports of student progress are sent home and require a parent signature upon return. Forgery of a parent/guardian signature circumvents the process of home school communication and denies parents critical and important information regarding student progress. Communication with the home is a high priority for the Carmenita staff. Student work or progress reports are often sent home for parent/guardian review, and a signature, signifying receipt of such report. Students who forge signatures will be subject to the following consequences.

ETHICS CODE VIOLATIONS ARE BASED ON ENTIRE SCHOOL YEAR 1st Offense (may include)

2nd Offense (may include)

3rd Offense (may include)

(Either in the same class as the first offense, or in a different class.)

(Either in the same class as the first offense, or in a different class.)

“Zero” on assignment, test, etc. Parent Notification/referral

“Zero” on assignment, test, etc. Parent Notification/referral

“Zero” on assignment, test, etc. Parent Notification/referral

Lower citizenship grade on the report card.

“U” in citizenship for the semester report card.

“U” in citizenship for the semester report card.

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2 days detention Placement of CMS Tier Contract (Tier I)

INTERNET USE: Users of any electronic information services (EIS) must accept personal responsibility for the proper use of these services. Access to these resources is a privilege and not a right. Current legislation (AB 746) prohibits any type of cyber bullying (over social networks, cell phones or other electronic media) and allows schools to suspend or expel violators of this provision. All students and their parents/guardians must read and sign the District’s “Acceptable Use Policy.” Failure to submit completed forms will result in restricted computer usage. Misuse can come in many forms. The following represents some of the inappropriate uses that may occur: ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢

Using copyrighted material in reports without permission. Using any EIS to access, view or transmit pornography or obscene, sexist, racist or other inappropriate material or language. Damaging any EIS through physical abuse of hardware or by placing a virus on the network. Sending or receiving electronic messages that are inconsistent with the Code of Conduct. Using the network services to access or provide personal information about others that may be considered sexual harassment, harassment, intimidation or degradation (cyber bullying). Using EIS in a manner inconsistent with, or in violation of, District or school rules and regulations *Wikipedia” or other “Wikis” should not be used as a reliable source of information.

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Posting of any information related to Carmenita Activities, Staff or Students on the internet without pre-approval from Carmenita’s Administration Use of school computers are LIMITED to Academic work ONLY.

FIGHTING: Fighting of any sort is forbidden at CMS. Students are expected to ask an adult for assistance instead of using physical contact or threats. Fighting can result in the immediate placement of a student on the CMS Three-Tiered Contract and the following: ♦ 1st Violation = Suspension and/or referral to STEP (see page 9 for STEP program). ♦ 2nd Violation = Suspension from school and/or referral to STEP. ♦ 3rd Violation = Five (5) days of suspension from school and a possible referral to the ABCUSD Student Evaluation Committee.

BULLYING/INTIMIDATION: Bullying will not be tolerated at Carmenita Middle School. Bullying is outlined in Education Code 48900.4 and AB 9 Seth’s Law. Bulling can be defined as gestures, comments or actions – written, verbal or physical – that is intended to intimidate, cause personal degradation or lead to bodily harm of another. AB 9 Seth’s Law protects students by prohibiting discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on these actual or perceived characteristics: disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation. Discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying directed at someone associated with a person or group with one or more of the listed actual or perceived characteristics are also prohibited (Ed code Section 234.1(a)). Students who demonstrate bullying type behavior will be subject to consequences as outlined in the “Consequences and Disciplinary Measures” section of this agenda/handbook. Students or parents who perceive they are recipients of bullying, harassment or any intimidating behaviors are strongly encouraged to report incident(s) to school staff where an investigation by the Principal or designee will take place.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT: Sexual harassment is behavior that is directed at a person because of their gender (either boy or girl) or is sexual. Sexual harassment can be verbal, physical, nonphysical, or visual in nature. Discipline action may include any of the following: detention, suspension, expulsion and/or a referral to law enforcement.

ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES: Tobacco products, vape and vape products, alcohol (of any kind), narcotics, and inhalants are prohibited. Included in this are correction fluids, permanent Sharpie markers and felt-tipped markers (of any size). These articles are considered inhalants, and the markers are often used for graffiti. All medications (prescription or over-the-counter) are prohibited. Students found in possession of, distributing, manufacturing, or under the influence of these substances will be immediately referred to the office for disciplinary consequences. In most cases, consequences will include suspension from school, notification to local law enforcement, and referral to the ABCUSD Student Evaluation Committee.

DRESS CODE POLICY: School is the student’s place of business and he/she is expected to dress accordingly. The ABC Unified School District policy states that, “students should be neat and clean and their attire should not present a safety hazard, or be detrimental or disruptive to the educational process for themselves or their classmates.” In conjunction with this policy, Carmenita Middle School does not permit the following: Headgear of any kind including: (sweatshirt hoods, scarves, beanies or stocking caps) except during inclement weather, or for required medical or religious reasons and approved by the school. Carmenita gear is accepted. Clothing, jewelry or accessories depicting or suggesting inappropriate gestures, violence, pictures, words, illegal activity or which are deemed sexually related. Clothing, jewelry, or accessories that appear threatening or harmful to student or others.

Clothing relating to gang affiliations or anything that may provoke others to act aggressively or be intimidated by fear of violence may be worn (i.e. gloves, bandanas, sleeve tattoos,wristbands, initialed belt buckles, plain white t-shirts or v-necks). White shirts must have collars. Inappropriate markings on clothing, book covers and backpacks. These markings include, but are not limited to gang-style writing and inappropriate gestures or profanities. Body markings, tattoos, or extreme hair color or styles of any kind that may distract from the educational environment. Students with excessively long “bangs” will be asked to pin or comb their hair away from their eyes while on campus. Specific unacceptable clothing includes (but is not limited to) the following: ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

EXCESSIVELY TIGHT OR BAGGY CLOTHING Strapless shoes, open toe shoes or sandals. Clothing deemed provocative, excessively tight, short, or sheer Pants that are tattered, distressed, slit, cut or with holes, or that have been cut off. Belts excessively long & not tucked into loops or excessively large belt buckles. Long, oversize tops, shirts extending beyond the inseam. Pants not able to stay up without a belt or dragging the ground. Pants or shorts not worn at the waistline “sagging” Socks worn over the calf with shorts worn below the knees. Any shirt with top button fastened only. Low necklines, exposed back, bare midriff, spaghetti straps, tank tops, shoulder-less tops and sleeveless tops/dresses. Skin is not to be exposed in mid or lower back area. Shorts, skirts/dresses, and skorts whose length does not extend beyond the tip of students’ middle finger. The abpve items of clothing must extend beyond the tip of your middle finger. Leggings and jeggings that are not accompanied with a top, dress, or skirt that extends beyond middle finger. Undergarments that are visible -This includes shorts worn under pants. Pajamas.

Consequences for Dress Code Violations

1st Violation Warning Change of clothing Review of rules

2nd Violation 3rd Violation Review of rules 1 day detention Parent notification Parent notification Change clothing Change clothing Clothing confiscated* Clothing confiscated* *Clothing will be returned only to the parent of the student. Excessive violations contract.

4th Violation plus 2-3 days detention Parent conference Change clothing Clothing confiscated* may result in placement on

Consequences and Disciplinary Measures Parents may be notified in person, by phone or in writing of consequences administered for inappropriate student behavior or violation of school rules. COMMON VIOLATION CONSEQUENCES… 1. Warning. 2. Classroom correction, isolation, in class detention, and/or removal to another class. 3. Parent contacted by the teacher. 4. Referral to the office. (Note: On severe infractions, the teacher will skip the above warning procedures and refer the student immediately to the office for disciplinary action).

Measures used to discourage inappropriate behavior at Carmenita Middle School also includes the following:

OFFICE REFERRAL: An office referral is issued to a student who has demonstrated unacceptable behavior at school and/or classroom measures have been exhausted. The referral is used to communicate with parents and school personnel to inform them of the incident or violation and any consequence earned. Referrals are sent home with the student or mailed home for parents' acknowledgment and signature. Refusal to return referral will result in further disciplinary action.

DETENTION: After-school detention is assigned by the office administration or Student Intervention Assistant for infractions of school rules and policies, resulting in a referral to the office. Detention is held from 2:30 to 3:15 PM on Tuesday & Thursday. Separate after-school detentions may be assigned by an individual teacher (to be served in that teacher’s class) provided parents are notified by that teacher prior to the assigned day. DETENTION RULES: Students must be seated in the room at the assigned time to receive credit for attendance. Silent Detention – students are given an assignment to be completed quietly and independently by the end of the detention hour. ● “No Shows” – 1st Occasion - double assigned detention. 2nd Occasion – office referral and possible parent conference ● Late arrivals to detention are considered as “No-Shows”. ● Disruption of Detention – 1st Occasion – student dismissal and assigned detentions are doubled. 2nd Occasion – office referral. ● Excessive Detentions – will result in an office referral to the administration AND placement on the CMS Behavior Contract. This will result in a loss of privileges including dances, assemblies, and extra-curricular activities. “Excessive” is defined as SIX (6) after-school detentions per quarter. Note: Repeated failure to serve after-school detention is considered as “DEFIANT BEHAVIOR” and may result in placement on the CMS Three-Tiered Behavior Contract.

CMS THREE-TIERED CONTRACT: Students who have numerous referrals (three per quarter for disruptive or disrespectful behavior) will be considered for placement on the CMS Three-Tiered Student Behavior Contract. Students with a major offense will immediately be placed on the contract as part of our guidance procedures. Offenses such as theft, robbery, extortion, tobacco, vandalism, dangerous objects, and fighting are some of the examples of major offenses that would result in the immediate placement of a student on the behavioral contract. Consequences within each tier may include the following: ♦ Tier I – (20 days) Detentions, loss of school activity privileges, parent conference, and suspension. ♦ Tier II – (40 days) All of the above, plus site-based Student Evaluation Committee hearing. ♦ Tier III – All of the above, plus a five (5) day suspension and ABC Student Evaluation Committee hearing, and possible removal from Carmenita Middle School. It is understood that ANY severe infraction committed while on any tier of the contract may result in Tier III consequences and subsequent placement on that tier. In all cases, parents will be contacted and asked to be involved in the contract process.

SUSPENSION: Suspension from school is a serious matter. Suspensions are issued from one to five (15) days in duration. Grounds for suspension are outlined in the California State Education Code, section 48900, items “a” through “r”. Suspended students may not visit any school campus in the ABC Unified School District or participate in any school activity for the duration of the suspension. Students who are suspended may not return to school for any reason during the suspension. Students suspended for 10 days or more will be referred to the Student Evaluation Committee and could be transferred. During a suspension it is the prerogative of the individual classroom teacher to allow make-up of any missed assignments, tests, or quizzes.

GROUNDS FOR SUSPENSION: According to the California Education Code Policy 48900, "A pupil may be suspended or expelled for acts that are enumerated in this section and related to school activity or attendance that occur at any time, including, but not limited to, any of the following:” THE FOLLOWING REASONS FOR SUSPENSION ARE FROM THE CALIFORNIA EDUCATION CODE #48900. (a) (1) Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person. (a)(2) Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense. (b) Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object, unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the pupil had obtained written permission to possess the item from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the designee of the principal. (c) Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of, any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind. (d) Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind, and either sold, delivered, or otherwise furnished to any person another liquid, substance, or material and represented the liquid, substance, or material as a controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant. (e) Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion. (f) Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property. (g) Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property. (h) Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew packets, and betel. However, this section does not prohibit use or possession by a pupil of his or her own prescription products. (i) Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity. (Including Cyber bullying) (j) Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia, as defined in Section 11014.5 of the Health and Safety Code. (k) Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators, school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties. (l) Knowingly received stolen school property or private property. (m) Possessed an imitation firearm. As used in this section, "imitation firearm" means a replica of a firearm that is so substantially similar in physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead a reasonable person to conclude that the replica is a firearm. (n) Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Section 261, 266c, 286, 288, 288a, or 289 of the Penal Code or committed a sexual battery as defined in Section 243.4 of the Penal Code. (o) Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining witness or a witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of either preventing that pupil from being a witness or retaliating against that pupil for being a witness, or both. (p) Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription drug Soma. (q) Engaged in, or attempted to engage in, hazing as defined in Section 32050. (r) A pupil may not be suspended or expelled for any of the acts enumerated in this section, unless that act is related to school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the superintendent or principal or occurring within any other school district. According to California Education Code, students may be suspended . . .. ♦ While on school grounds. ♦ While going to or coming from school. ♦ During the snack or lunch period, whether on or off the campus. ♦ During, or while going to or coming from, a school sponsored activity. ♦ Cyber bullying Students can also be suspended or in some cases expelled from school for violating the following: E.C.48900.7 – Made terrorist threats against school officials and/or school property.

E.C.48900.2 – Committed sexual harassment as defined in E.C.212.5 E.C.48900.3 – Caused, or attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participate in an act of hate violence as defined by E.C.33032.5 E.C.48900.4 – Intentionally harassed, threatened or intimidated a student or group of students to the extent of having the actual and reasonably expected effect of materially disrupting class work, creating substantial disorder, and invading student rights by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment. “The California Legislature amended Education Code (EC) Section 48915 (c) to fulfill the federal mandate. California law also adds a requirement for the mandatory suspension and the recommendation for expulsion of students who: ● ● ● ● ●

Possess, sell, or otherwise furnish a firearm Brandish a knife at another person Sell a controlled substance Commit or attempt to commit a sexual assault or sexual battery Possess an explosive

EC Section 48906 includes the requirement to refer a student with a firearm to law enforcement, and California EC Section 48915 requires the school district governing board to refer students who commit the above acts to an alternative program of study that meets the standards listed within the section.”* * http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/ss/se/zerotolerance.asp

P.A.T.H/S.T.A.Y/S.T.E.P.:

Alternative educational programs students can be referred to in lieu of suspension for first-time offenders. These are intervention programs to assist with drug use, tobacco use, and anger management.

S.E.C. - STUDENT EVALUATION COMMITTEE: The Student Evaluation Committee of the ABC Unified School District hears cases that have resulted in multiple days of suspension or deemed to be of a very serious nature. The SEC meets at the ABC Unified School District offices, and is vested with the authority to enforce student transfers to other schools within the district or may recommend expulsion from all schools within the ABC Unified School District.

LAW ENFORCEMENT AND STUDENTS: The ABC Unified School District policy on involving law enforcement authorities with student discipline issues is as follows: The ABC Unified School District takes very seriously its responsibility to provide for the welfare, health and safety of students and staff. District administrators will involve law enforcement agencies when necessary or as required by Education Code 48902, to maintain learning and working environments that are safe, secure and free from the threat of physical or psychological harm. District administrators will notify law enforcement authorities of any student who brings, or is suspected of bringing a firearm to school; possesses or threatens others with a weapon or dangerous instrument; threatens others with death or great bodily injury; commits a violent crime; unlawfully possesses or is suspected of possessing, using, selling or otherwise furnishing, or being under the influence of any controlled substance; sexually harassing another student or adult on campus or those who commit theft, vandalism or destruction of property. UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT, PARENTS OF MINORS WILL BE NOTIFIED THAT LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES HAVE BEEN CONTACTED.

S.A.R.B. -

Student Attendance Review Board: State law indicates that each school district must have a hearing board to review cases of serious attendance problems, truancies, and tardies. The Student Attendance Review Board of the ABC Unified School District is our avenue for such cases. SARB meetings are held at the Cerritos Sheriff’s Station, adjacent to City Hall and the Cerritos Library. The panel includes district officials, local counseling agencies, and a representative of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. Mandatory attendance at school is “the law”, and violation of this law can result in criminal actions against the families of violators. Parents are notified by the school district three to five (3-5) days prior to a scheduled SARB hearing.

SEARCH AND SEIZURE: School

officials may search students and their property when there is reasonable suspicion of a violation of the rules of the school, district, or Education Code. Opening and inspecting school lockers, backpacks or cell phone is allowed without student permission to maintain safety on campus.

Carmenita Student Responsibilities TEXTBOOKS: All students are accountable for full financial restitution for lost, stolen, or damaged textbooks, library books, supplies, or materials. All textbooks must be covered and maintained in good condition. Students are not to loan or share textbooks with others, including any type of academy. Teachers will make periodic checks during the school year. Books assigned to go home must remain at home unless requested by a teacher. NO adhesive book covers or stickers.

BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS:

CA VC 21212 requires all students riding on bicycles, scooters, skateboards or skates wear a properly fitted and fastened helmet that meets the standards of either the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), or standards subsequently established by those entities. ✓ Students riding bicycles must observe this and all other traffic laws while riding to and from school. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY! ✓ Students are also to dismount on the sidewalk before getting to the school gate and walk their bikes, skateboards or scooters onto campus. ✓ All bikes must be locked in the bike rack. Bikes are not to be locked together. ✓ A CMS Bike-Rider Contract must be filled out, signed by student and parent, and be on file in the office for those who will ride bikes, skates, skateboards or scooters to school. ✓ Riding skateboards and in-line skates (i.e. Roller-blades, etc.) to school is permitted, but students must observe all traffic laws and store above items in their lockers or in the bike rack.

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Riding of bikes, boards, or skates is not permitted on campus or in the parking lot at any time. If caught violating any of these rules, the student's bike, board or skates will be confiscated and only then returned to a parent or legal guardian.

CLOSED CAMPUS:

Carmenita Middle School is a “closed campus”. Students enter and exit campus through the main gate adjacent to the school parking lot on 166th Street. Students are NOT permitted to leave campus during the school day without parent consent and contact with the office. All students leaving campus MUST be signed out by a parent, guardian, or person listed on the student information card on file in the office. If a student has been signed-out and is returning to school that same day, they must be signed back in by that person. ANY VISITOR TO CAMPUS (INCLUDING PARENTS) MUST FIRST REPORT TO THE MAIN OFFICE. CMS students are not allowed to have visitors on campus during the school day, or at school activities. Additionally, CMS students are not to visit other schools during the school day or on early release days.

PARKING LOT SAFETY: We

are extremely concerned for the safety of our students regarding the school parking lot and the crossing of 166th Street before and after school. We realize the lot is small and crowded, so full cooperation is needed to make it as safe as possible. ● Students are required to use the crosswalks east or west of the main parking lot in order to cross 166th Street, regardless of where they live, are dropped off, or where their ride may be parked. ● Strict adherence to the established traffic flow is necessary for the safety of all. ● Please do not stop or park in the traffic flow lanes (outer lanes) when dropping-off or waiting for your student. Please use middle lanes to wait and once contact (eye) is made with student, move to outer lanes ● Due to the heavy traffic within the lot, students are not allowed to cross through the parking lot. ● The back parking lot on Carmenita Road is NOT to be used for student entrance/drop-off and/or pick-up, as this lot is very small and difficult to maneuver in and out of through the single gate. ● The front gate is the only entrance for students to enter or exit the campus. ● IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT STUDENTS BE PICKED UP FROM SCHOOL AT DISMISSAL TO ENSURE IMMEDIATE SUPERVISION.

MEDICATION POLICY:

By law, medicines may ONLY be given at school when a doctor indicates in writing that it is necessary. This includes over-the-counter AND prescription products. Specific instructions for medication usage must be included with the written doctor’s notification. Forms for this may be obtained through the school office and must be signed by your doctor. All medications must be kept in the school office and dispensed by school personnel, unless given medical approval and filed at school.

LOCKERS: Each student at CMS is issued a locker for his/her personal use.

These lockers are the property of the school and are subject to search at any given time (see Search and Seizure). Students are required to empty all contents of the lockers during extended school breaks. And as with all personal property, students are responsible for textbooks placed in their locker. LOCKERS AND COMBINATIONS ARE NEVER TO BE SHARED OR TRADED WITH OTHER STUDENTS! YOU MUST KEEP YOUR ASSIGNED LOCKER. Students who fail to follow this and/or other school rules will be subject to disciplinary measures outlined beginning on page 10.

BACKPACKS & BOOK BAGS: Backpacks and book bags are to be placed in student lockers and not brought into any classroom, including the P.E. locker rooms, unless directed to do so by your teacher. All lockers are large enough for one backpack or book bag no more. Students who fail to comply with this rule will be subject to the disciplinary measures as outlined on page 10.

PASSING PERIODS: Students are only allowed four (4) minutes of passing time between classes, after snack, and after lunch to arrive at their next class. It is advised that students avoid having to use their book lockers during the passing period between periods 1 and 2, 3 and 4, and 5 and 6. If a locker stop is absolutely necessary, students need to be mindful of time and not “waste” it by socializing with others.

PERSONAL PROPERTY: CMS is not responsible for personal items lost or stolen on campus.

Any type of personal property brought on campus, without permission of school officials, is done so AT YOUR OWN RISK! The school and the ABC Unified School District do not assume responsibility for these items. Bicycles should be registered and locked at all times. School possessions should be clearly marked with the student’s name. A “Lost and Found” area is located outside room 302 and may be checked before and after school, or during lunch and snack. Students must be extremely careful of purses and valuables, and not leave them unattended. Valuable items found on campus will be kept in the Attendance Office or with the Library Clerk. Use your street locker for such things. Large amounts of money or items of value should never be brought to school. If a student is carrying a large amount of money, this money may be taken by school personnel until the end of the school day or given to a parent or guardian. School personnel will not use instructional time to investigate missing personal items not related to school use.

EMERGENCY DRILLS: Emergency drills are conducted so that everyone will know what to do in case of emergencies such as earthquakes, fires and campus intruders. Teachers will explain the correct procedures to each class at the beginning of each school year, and drills are conducted throughout the year for review and practice. The evacuation drills make students aware of the precautions that must be taken in such emergencies.

FIRST AID/SCHOOL NURSE:

The nurse’s office is located in the main office building. Carmenita has a registered nurse one day a week. Office personnel tend to most student first aid needs. In cases of emergency treatment, the staff will contact local paramedics. If a student becomes ill during the school day, he/she should report to their teacher for a hall pass to the office. If it is necessary to send a student home due to illness or fever, the nurse or office staff will contact the student’s parent/guardian. Students are not to leave campus without the permission of the school and the parent.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM/CLOTHING/NON-SUIT POLICY: According to the Education Code, all students are to be enrolled in a middle school course of physical education. Students are required to “dress out” in a “uniform” of an approved shirt, shorts, shoes and socks. These clothes are available through the PE department. Participation is the key element in successfully completing the course of physical education. Written notes are required prior to non-participation, and a doctor’s note is needed for any disability beyond three (3) days. If students do not wear their entire P.E. uniform (shorts, shirts, tennis shoes) they will be considered NON-SUIT. Students may wear their own uniform only. Any student who wears another student’s uniform will be considered a nonsuit. P.E. clothes are only to be worn during P.E.

LUNCH AND CAFETERIA USE:

Breakfast and hot lunches are available daily at the school cafeteria along with other snack options, and may be purchased for a nominal fee. Prices vary and parents and students can check and deposit funds into a student account at mynutrikids.com. Parents can also check on the their students healthy eating habits through this web service. Students are required to observe the following rules during breakfast, snack and lunch: ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Students will be allowed to use their lockers during the first five and last five minutes of the lunch period. Use your locker before going to lunch to avoid leaving books and backpacks unattended. WALK at all times. (Running to a lunch line may result in an injury) Respect all of the lunch workers and treat them with kindness and respect. Use the designated “Deposit” window to add funds to your account- use it before school and snack for faster service. Remain in the designated lunch area - QUAD - to drink and eat your meal. Students are not allowed to take food beyond the designated RED LINES, unless they have a note or specific teacher’s permission. Students who plan on using the basketball courts during lunch must arrive to the courts before 12:10 to ensure proper supervision of all students. Students will not be allowed to go beyond the red lines after 12:10.

Carmenita Cougar Attendance “You miss school, you miss out.”

TARDY POLICY: Promptness

to class is very important. Students are to be in their seats and ready to work when the bell sounds. Students who are tardy interrupt not only their own educational program, but that of others as well. Tardy records are kept on a quarterly basis (9 weeks). ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

1st Tardy – Verbal warning notice sent home by teacher. 2nd Tardy – Notice sent home by teacher. 3rd Tardy – Referral to office, “N” in class citizenship for the quarter, parent notified by teacher. 4th Tardy – Referral to office, “U” in class citizenship for the quarter, parent notified by administrator, and one after school detention or campus beautification. 5th Tardy – Referral to office, parent conference by administrator, and two days of detention.

Tardy students MUST report to the Attendance window before going to class. A student that is tardy more than 30 minutes without an excuse will be viewed as a truant, and an immediate referral will be issued. Students with a chronic record of tardies or absences will be referred to the ABCUSD School Attendance Review Board Committee.

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE:

There is a direct correlation between school attendance and school success. The majority of students who maintain regular attendance and are rarely absent throughout a given school year, often prove to be the students who are academically successful, although this isn’t the only factor involved in achieving good grades, we find that when you miss school, you miss out! Students who miss several days of school may be referred to the district Student Attendance Review Board.

STUDENT ABSENCES: A parent should call the CMS Attendance Office at 562-229-7781 by 9:00 A.M if a student is going to be absent. Otherwise the school must contact the home or parent’s workplace to confirm the absence. When returning to school from an absence, students must bring a note that is signed by their parent/guardian, to the Attendance Office window. The note must contain the date(s) of absence, student’s full name, and the specific reason for the absence. By law, these notes are kept on file for accounting purposes. The Attendance Office opens at 7:30 A.M. If a student will need to miss an extended number of days due to medical reasons or other, please contact the school to see if arrangements can be made to support the student.

LEAVING CAMPUS: If there is a reason to leave campus during school hours, a student must… ♦ ♦ ♦

Bring a note signed by a parent or guardian to the Attendance Office before the 7:45 A.M. bell. Be signed out in the office, by a parent or guardian or by an adult listed on the Student Information Sheet on file in the office, before leaving campus. Upon return to school, the student must check in at the Attendance Office.

CHECKING OUT OF CARMENITA:

If a student moves or transfers to another school during the school year, he/she must report to the Counseling Office with a letter to that effect, or a parent must contact the Counseling Secretary. We will need the following information: 1) New home location and new school; 2) Student needs to return all books, both Text and Library; 3) Student is to take a “check-out” sheet to each classroom to be signed by each of the student’s teachers and librarian before the check-out is complete.

Carmenita Student Recognition and Awards PRIDE ASSEMBLY A mid-year recognition assembly is scheduled to honor deserving students for a variety of accomplishments on campus. Some of the areas of recognition could include:

☺ Effort Awards, ☺WEB Leaders, ☺CJSF Tutors, ☺Sports Team Members, ☺ Students with strong academic effort and Improvement, ☺ Distinguished Scholars and ☺PASS peer Mentors QUARTERLY TREATS:

Students who earn A, B, and C grades on their quarterly Report Cards (with no “U” or "N" grade in Citizenship), are treated with a congratulatory letter from the Principal, and a coupon to redeem at lunch for a treat.

STUDENT OF THE MONTH: Students are recognized each month based on the virtue of the month’s characteristic. Each month students will examine virtue words in their classes, and those who exemplify those characteristics may be nominated by a teacher as “Student of the Month”. Students who are selected will have their picture placed on the student bulletin and receive a certificate.

GREEN AND GOLD AWARDS:

Students who have demonstrated a strong record of Academic Excellence or Academic Improvement are recognized for their efforts during the Green and Gold Awards. Students are awarded in every subject level and are recognized by their teachers at an evening event.

PAW PRINT CERTIFICATES:

PAW (Positive Attitude Works) certificates are handed out to CMS students who display random acts of kindness and respect. As CMS staff observe students making a positive impact on the campus, they may reward students with A PAW Print Certificate. Certificates will be placed in a PAW Print mailbox located outside of the main office. At the end of each week, 5— 10 certificates are pulled from the mailbox and the students are presented with a surprise/goodie bag.

UNEXPECTED SURPRISE:

This is an opportunity for teachers to acknowledge students’ behavior or academic improvements with a surprise goodie bag.

Carmenita Student Activities AFTER-SCHOOL SPORTS/ACTIVITIES:

ABCUSD offers team sports after school. Teams include: Girls Volleyball, Softball, Track and Basketball, as well as Boys Flag Football, Basketball, Track, and Soccer. Depending on interest and availability of coaches/sponsors, other activities will be introduced throughout the year. Students enrolled on any tier of the CMS Three-Tiered Behavioral Contract, or those with a GPA below 2.0, will not be eligible to participate in these activities until improvement is shown.

CHRISTIAN CLUB: Students meet once a week at lunch for fellowship and to plan service to the school and the community. All student s are welcome.

C.J.S.F.: The CJSF motto is “Scholarship for Service”. Members serve as peer tutors, support school activities, and are active in community service. Opportunities to learn leadership skills, scholarships, and network with other CJSF members in California are possible with leadership conferences and the annual CJSF Spring Conference. To participate in this state organization, students must apply at the beginning of each semester. 7th grade students may only apply after completion of their 1st semester at CMS. Students pay a fee for membership each semester plus the cost of the official CJSF sweatshirt in the Fall and the CJSF T-shirt in the Spring.

SCIENCE CLUB: This organization is open to all students interested in joining and learning more about Science. Weekly meetings at lunch time allows students to discuss topics concerning science and our lives such as ecology, conservation, and to take part in the district Science Olympics, hear speakers from science professions, and investigate science concepts. The goal is to further students understanding, pique new interests and have some fun.

W.E.B. PROGRAM: “Where Everybody Belongs” (WEB) is a peer-mentoring group whose responsibility is to make sure all students, particularly our new 7th grade students, feel welcome at CMS. Prior to the first day of instruction all 7th grade students visit campus for an orientation relating to CMS campus life with the WEB students acting as guides.

DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARS PROGRAM: Each year students who are passionate about a subject area, are willing to go above and beyond, and are committed to school excellence or community service, will have an opportunity to become a Distinguished Scholar. These exemplary students will be positive role models for others and must meet and maintain the requirements of each subject area.

FIELD TRIPS: There are two types of field trips taken by CMS students. One type of field trip supports specific curriculum as it relates to the students’ classes and is considered educational in nature. The other is considered to be a service field trip. To participate in the service field trip, students 1) must have at least a 2.0 GPA in core classes on the most current grade report, 2) must not be absent more than an average of once a week for a four-week period prior to the field trip, 3) not miss 2 or more homework assignments within the seven-day period prior to the field trip, and 4) not be on the CMS Three-Tiered Student Behavior Contract.

SCHOOL DANCES: Dances are held after school and are sponsored by the CMS Parent Teacher Association (PTA) or the Student Council. Chaperones are school personnel and administration. No guests are allowed, and ALL SCHOOL RULES AND DRESS CODES APPLY. Parents are expected to pick up students promptly at the conclusion of the dances. Dances held directly after school will end promptly at 4:00 p.m. Students are never permitted to leave early unless there has been contact with a parent or guardian. Students enrolled on any tier of the CMS Three-Tiered Behavioral Contract, or who have six (6) or more detentions in a quarter, are ineligible to attend school dances. EVENING DANCES END AT 7:00. Students who do not observe the rules or do not make arrangements for pick up sooner than 15 minutes after a dance will be subject to the disciplinary actions.

**STUDENT PICK-UP: After school and all school-sponsored events/activities, it is imperative that students are picked up PROMPTLY! Students who are not picked up within 15 minutes after release are subject to disciplinary actions that may result in the loss of privileges to future events.

The costs associated with extracurricular programs are considerable. Costumes/uniforms, referees, transportation, equipment, royalties, rentals, meals and supplies are just some of the examples of the expenses required to offer extracurricular opportunities for students. In most cases, the school cannot afford to fund the full amount of these costs. Fortunately, our students have benefited from generous parents and a supportive community whose donations have allowed us to provide a variety or programs and activities. However program or activities have to be curtailed or eliminated if we do not receive enough donations to fund them. Still schools may not make students pay for any educational activity offered by the school, whether curricular or extra-curricular.

8th Grade Promotion Ceremony and Disneyland Trip Requirements: To strengthen the academic requirement of the students in the ABC Unified School District, standards for participation in the middle school promotion exercises have been established. Parents will receive written notification if their child is deemed “at-risk” of not participating in the Promotion Ceremony. Such notification may include Unsatisfactory Notices, Progress Reports, and Administrative Communications. Parents are encouraged to contact the school in a timely manner upon receipt of such notification. Additionally, CMS has aligned the Disneyland Trip requirements with the Promotion Ceremony requirements. Therefore, three specific areas will be examined to determine participation in the Promotion Ceremony and Disneyland. Academic, Citizenship, Attendance, and Financial standards are as follows: ♦

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Academic Standards – In order to participate in the promotion ceremony, an 8th grade student must pass all core classes (English, math, science, social studies, and physical education) with a “D” or better, at the end of the second semester. If a student has only passed four of the five core classes, by the end of the second semester, the student must have an 8th grade GPA average (1st and 2nd semester) of 2.0 or better to participate in the promotion ceremony. If a student has not passed at least four of the five core classes, the student will not be permitted to participate in the promotion ceremony. To participate in the Disneyland trip, academic requirements are the same as promotion requirements, but are determined by students’ ABI report 5 school days prior to the scheduled trip. Citizenship Standards – Students must maintain satisfactory citizenship and non-excessive discipline referrals. Students who receive three or more unsatisfactory marks on their final report card shall not be permitted to participate in the promotion ceremony or Disneyland Trip. Attendance Standards - Students shall attend school regularly with no more than 3 unexcused absences or tardies for the second semester. Financial Standards – Students shall clear all final obligations prior to participation in the promotion ceremony or Disneyland Trip. This may include lost or damaged textbooks, library books, damaged school property, and fundraising obligations, etc.

SALUTATORIAN/VALEDICTORIAN:

Salutatorian Awards – Students are awarded Salutatorian awards by earning only one “B” in a quarter grade, and a 4.0 grade point average (G.P.A.) each semester throughout both years in middle school. Valedictorian Awards – Students are awarded Valedictorian awards by earning a 4.0 each semester without a single B, or lower in a quarter grade throughout both years in middle school. Students with a “C” grade are automatically disqualified for both awards.

Non-social Promotion & Retention /Guided Study: The Governing Board of the ABC Unified School District expects students to progress through each grade within one school year. To accomplish this, instruction should accommodate all students with strategies for addressing academic deficiencies when needed. Board Policy 5123 states that students shall be considered for retention at certain grade levels; one of them being the eighth grade. As early as possible in the school year, students will be identified as being “at risk” using the following criteria: Report Card grades, California Assessment scores (CAASPP), District Writing Assessments, and Proficiency Tests. Parents will be contacted and students will be strongly encouraged to participate in one or more of our supplemental instructional programs that include: guided studies, PASS, teacher/peer tutoring, intervention, etc.

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WHO IS BEING BULLIED? ___________________________ WHO IS THE BULLY? _______________________________ WHERE? ____________ PERIOD _______ DATE_________ Describe the incident: ____________________________________

Your Name: ________________________

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WHO IS BEING BULLIED? ___________________________ WHO IS THE BULLY? _______________________________ WHERE ____________ PERIOD _______ DATE_________ Describe the incident: ____________________________________

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