Coaches and activity sponsors; Maintenance and cafeteria personnel Bus drivers; and Educational Technicians. In addition, all students are responsible for complying with installation regulations and are subject to the authority of the military command while on the installation. Violation of the corresponding policies can be cause for application of this code. II. Core Expectations for Staff, Parents, and Students The need for an interactive, reciprocal and cooperative relationship between student, parent, and educator is recognized. This relationship should be as follows: Staff members are expected to: Exhibit an attitude of respect for students and fellow workers. Plan instruction with use of the Quality Indicator self-assessment map for 33 standards, to meet the needs of all students. Promote effective training or discipline based upon fair and impartial treatment for all students. Develop a good working relationship between the staff and students. Work cooperatively with staff members, parents, and students and treat them with respect and courtesy. Steadfastly enforce school rules and policies with fairness and consistency, while respecting the dignity of students, parents, and other staff members. Be responsible for establishing an atmosphere of proper school behavior by modeling and setting guidelines for such behavior. Communicate with school personnel, students, and parents, in a responsible and non-threatening manner, without abusive language or physical violence. Abusive language is defined as any words or gestures intended to insult, hurt feelings, or show defiance, such as slander, public accusations, or racial/religious/sexual slurs. Respond within a 24 hour time period of a parent’s request for a conference regarding student behavior or class progress. Correct any and all PUBLIC/PERSONAL DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION (PDA). Take daily attendance and inform the parents and administration of students not reporting to class. Parents are expected to be: Read and become thoroughly familiar with this document. Furthermore, parents cannot excuse their children from compliance of the rules, and guidelines explained in the document. (i.e.: parents cannot excuse their children for not wearing the uniform) Be aware and support compliance with the rules and policies established by this document. Be responsible for their child’s daily attendance and promptly communicate in writing, an absence or tardiness to the school. NOTE: It is the responsibility of the student and his/her legal sponsor that every student comes to class every day prepared to learn. In cases of excessive absences or truancy by students, the sponsor will be notified. If the problem persists, subsequent notification to Family Advocacy, Social Services, the
Sponsor requests for early dismissal must be presented in writing. Early dismissals will NOT be granted over the phone. Sponsor picking up student must come to the main office, present a ID and sign out the student. No student will be released to someone other than the sponsor or parent/guardian or emergency contact person on file. D. WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL Students withdrawing from school should: Present to the Guidance office a written notice from their sponsor of the intent to withdraw. This must be done at least three weeks ahead of the withdrawal date. Steps students will take at withdrawal time: Request a copy of transcript, if needed, from the Guidance Office. Inform all of student’s teachers of withdrawal date. On the date of withdrawal, sponsor/parent will come to school and personally obtain official withdrawal from the Guidance Office. For clearance, take the form to each teacher during the day. This includes all activity sponsors, librarian, nurse, coaches, cafeteria, school pictures, and attendance officer (lock). At the end of the day, the student will take the completed form to the Guidance Office. If requested in advance, the parents can receive interim grades to take with them. NOTE: Sponsors must pay for books, lunch fees and any other debt before final clearance and records are given. Unofficial copies of student’s records are available to the sponsor upon written request. The receiving school or university must request official transcripts. V. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS A. ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Advanced Placement is a program of courses and exams that give high school students the opportunity to receive advanced placement and/or credit in college. Students must meet set criteria to enroll in each Advanced Placement course. Enrollment In order to enroll in an Advanced Placement class, a contract is signed by the student, the student's sponsor, the counselor, the Advanced Placement teacher for the class enrolled, and the Principal or Assistant Principal. Advanced Placement Exams All students enrolled in an Advanced Placement course will be required to take the Advanced Placement exam. College Board; schedules the examinations(s); therefore time and date cannot be changed. This exam is typically given in May. DoDEA pays for AP Exams. Students who do not take the exam and are enrolled in class for its duration will not receive a weighted grade. AND STANDARDIZED TESTING PROGRAM The Basic Testing Program lists those standardized tests administered to all DoDEA-PR District students at the designated grade levels. Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers
Defiance of Authority and/or the use of Vulgarity or Vulgar Gestures toward School Personnel Disruptive Behavior including on the bus, on campus, the cafeteria, during school activities and/or events Breach of – verbal assault Simple assault and/or threats Smoking Stealing Cheating and/or Plagiarism Truancy Mutual Fray, Scuffles between students/fighting Hazing, Harassment, and/or the Malicious use of Slurs Based on Race, Gender, Religion, Ethnicity, Language, Background and/or National Origin Sexual Harassment Bullying and Intimidation Lying or Participating in a Deception which may lead to an Adverse Action Against Another Extortion Use or Possession of Alcoholic Beverages Possession of Paraphemalia Related to the Use of illegal Drugs Vandalism/Graffiti Chronic Unexcused Tardiness to School and/or Trespassing into a restricted, unsupervised or secured area Instigator or Accomplice to Group II Violation Habitual Offender of any Group I and/or Group II Violations GROUP II: PENALTIES a. Administrator/Teacher/Student Conference b. Detention c. Parent/Sponsor Conference d. In-School Suspension e. Restriction of Privileges f. Parental/Sponsor Monitoring during the School Day g. Community Service of up to 2 weeks, including holidays and summer breaks h. Probation i. Out-of School Suspension from 3 through 5 days j. Restriction of Privileges, including participating in sports, attending school functions (dances) and/or attending graduation or Awards ceremonies. Suspension of Bus privilege
ON OR AROUND SCHOOL STUDENTS WILL NOT: push, shove, or trip other passengers Use or possess unacceptable items identified in the school Code of Conduct. Push boarding or exiting the bus. Get on or off the bus while the bus is in motion. Make excessive noise or play electronic equipment without earplugs. Put objects out of bus windows or hang out of windows. Engage in horseplay. Obstruct aisles, steps, or seats. Engage in public displays of affection. Eat, drink, chew gum or litter on the bus** Use profane or abusive language or make obscene gestures. Spit. Harass or interfere with other students. Disrespect, distract or interfere with bus driver. Damage private property. Sit in the bus driver’s seat. Open or try to open bus door. Throw or shoot objects inside or out of bus. Tamper with bus controls or emergency equipment. **Students may drink water and eat snacks on any daily commute bus that travels one-way in excess of one hour between the first pickup and drop-off. However, littering on the bus is still prohibited, and students are required to take their litter off the school bus. Any student who litters on the bus shall be disciplined in accordance with this regulation. 91 Sponsor (Parent) Responsibilities: Parents are responsible for their children’s safety and behavior. Review the DoDEA-PR school system bus rules with your children. Ensure that the dispatch office and school has the correct duty telephone number, home telephone number, and home street address for emergency contacts. Parents are to have bus riders at the designated stop five to 10 minutes prior to the pick- up time given to you during registration. Make sure that your child is on time at the bus stop. You must provide written authorization to the transportation division when requesting a change of bus stop, in addition to any penalty imposed by the school handbook. No adult is authorized to board a bus or ride during school runs or special activities. The exceptions are: another driver learning a new route, a safety attendant, or a bus monitor duly authorized to ride the bus by the respective Commanding Officer or an Agency Head. Neither animals (pets) nor hazardous materials/objects are allowed on the school bus.
Antilles High School Behavior Expectation Matrix Students are expected to…. Be Ready Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Safe Assemblies Report to designated location. Sit with your assigned group. Move when instructed by bell or an adult. Keep hands, feet, objects and unkind words to yourself. Report and remain in assigned area Follow adult instructions for seating Move to the end of the row before sitting Be aware of nearest exit Follow directions of teachers for entering and exiting report unsafe situations to the nearest teacher or Respond to hand signal with silence. Keep electronic devices off and out of sight. Give the speaker or performance your full attention. Show appreciation with applause. Bus Be at bus stop on time. Obey all bus rules. Follow the bus drivers’ Be courteous to others. Use inside voice. Keep the bus clean. Refrain from acts of vandalism. Take all belongings with you when exiting the bus. Report inappropriate or unsafe behavior. Stay seated and exit the bus in a single file line. Refrain from conduct that distracts the driver Common Areas (cafeteria, Move when instructed by Be mindful of personal space.
Students are expected to…. Be Ready Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Safe Classroom Have the necessary tools for learning. Have a positive attitude. Keep electronic devices off and out of sight. Follow teacher's first request. Listen to ideas and opinions of others. Keep hands, feet, objects and unkind words to yourself. Communicate properly and appropriately. Have the appropriate materials and Always do your best. Attend to personal needs before class. Follow classroom rules and expectations. Leave assigned area with Follow adult directives. Media Labs Have a pass or enter with an adult. Have a specific assignment or purpose. Have a signed consent form. Know and lab procedures. Follow all rules and procedures. Use inside voice. Wait patiently when needing assistance. Use resources and equipment appropriately. Return books on time. Put materials in appropriate locations. Use resources appropriately. Follow computer use policy Refrain from bringing food or drinks in the media center or computer lab Emergency Drills Report quietly to designated
area with an Remain and focused on the activity. Practice active listening skills. Follow adult directives. assigned areas. Respond appropriately. to the specific situation Know procedures of designated drills. AHS Block Schedule SY 2018-2019 Mon-Tue-Thur-Fri Wednesday Block 1 7:35 – 9:07 (92 minutes) Block 1 7:35 – 8:52 (77 minutes) Block 2 9:12 – 10:44 (92 minutes) Block 2 8:57 – 10:14 (77 minutes)
Block 3 10:49 – 12:51 (92 minutes) Includes two 30-minute Periods: Lunch 1 10:49 – 11:19 Lunch 2 12:21 – 12:51 Block 3 10:19 – 12:06 (77 minutes) Includes two 30-minute Lunch Periods: Lunch 1 10:19 – 10:49 Lunch 2 11:36 – 12:06 Block 4 12:56 – 2:28 (92 minutes) Block 4 12:11 – 1:28 (77 minutes) 1:30 – 3:00 Focus Collaboration Sessions Food for Thought Imagine there is a bank that credits your account each morning with $86,400. It carries over no balance from day to day. Every evening the bank deletes whatever part of the balance you failed to use during the day. What would you do? Draw out cent, of course! Each of us has such a bank. Its name is TIME. morning, it credits you with 86,400 seconds. Every night it writes off, as lost, whatever of this you have failed to invest to good purpose. It carries over no balance. It allows no overdraft. Each day it opens a new account for you. Each night it burns the remains of the day. If you fail to use the day’s deposits, the loss is yours. There is no going back. There is no drawing against “Tomorrow”. You must live in the present on today’s deposits. Invest it, to get from it the utmost in health, happiness, and success!