Student Handbook

Technology

High School

1801 East Cotati Avenue

Salazar Hall- First Floor

Rohnert Park, CA 94928

Phone 707-792-4825

FAX 707-792-4727

2009-2010

STUDENT/PARENT

HANDBOOK

www.techhightitans.org

2009-10 Technology High School Student/Parent Handbook

Table of Contents

District Calendar1

Table of Contents2

Principal’s Message5

Technology High School Vision5

Technology High School Essential Abilities6

General Information7

Technology School Colors7

Mascot7

Important Phone Numbers7

Staff Information7

Important Dates8

Daily Schedule8

Bulletin9

Closed Campus9

Community Meetings9

Emergency Cards9

Exhibition Nights9

Field Trips9

Food Services 9

Identification Cards9

Immunization Records10

Library10

Lost and Found10

Messages and Deliveries10

Off limits Area11

Parent Student Teacher Association (PTSA)11

Parking11

School Site Council11

Skateboards, Rollerblades, and Bikes11

Technology and Facility Use11

Telephones11

Textbooks11

Visitors (CRPUSD BP1250)11

Academic Support12

Academic Workshop12

Counseling12

Student Study Team (SST) Meetings12

Special Education, School Psychologist, Nurse12

Tutoring13

Work Permits (CRPUSD BP 5113.2)13

Academic Information13

College Prep Courses Meeting “a-g” Requirements13

Graduation Requirements14

Standards of Proficiency/Certificates of Coursework Completion14

Graduation Course Requirements15

Graduation Requirements for Special Education Students17

Grade Level Designation (CRPUSD AR 5123)18

California High School Exit Exam19

Special Education and the CAHSEE Requirement19

Community Service Requirement19

Withdrawal from Classes – (CRPUSD BP 5121)19

Report of Student Progress19

Academic Honesty/Personal Integrity19

Grading (CRPUSD AR 5121)20

Grading and Unexcused Absences20

Weekly Progress Reports21

Progress Reports21

Report Cards21

Transcript Requests21

Extra-Curricular Activities (CRPUSD BP 6145)21

Repeated Courses21

Make-Up Work/Homework22

Make-Up Homeward Requests22

Make-Up Work and Unexcused Absences (CRPUSD BP 5121)22

Make-Up Work and Suspension22

Attendance22

Excused Absences (CRPUSD BP 5113)22

Clearing an Absence24

Illness at School24

Off-Campus Passes24

Off-Campus Lunch Policy25

Unexcused Absences/Truancy (CRPUSD BP 5113(b))25

Truancy (CRPUSD AR 5113(e) and (f))25

THS Truancy and Tardy Policy27

Compulsory Attendance Regulation27

Enrollment Requirements28

Emergency cards28

Identification Cards28

Immunizations29

Assessment Programs (Standardized Testing) 29

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)29

STAR: Standardized Testing and Reporting Program29

California English Language Development Test (CELDT)29

Advanced Placement Tests29

PLAN29

PSAT29

SAT/ACT29

Student Recognition30

Student of the Month30

Senior Awards Ceremony30

Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh Grade Awards Ceremony30

Honor Roll (CRPUSD AR 5121)30

Scholarships30

Valedictorian (CRPUSD AR 5121)30

Alternative Educational Options31

Summer School31

El Camino High School31

Phoenix High School31

Home/Hospital Instruction31

Independent Study (IS) Alternative Education Program32

Santa Rosa Junior College/Sonoma State University32

Important College Information32

Admission to Colleges and Universities32

College Preparation32

University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) Admissions Requirements33

California Community College Entrance Requirements33

Student Activities33

Extra/Co-Curricular, Athletics: Definition34

Eligibility for Athletics and Activities (Extra/Co-Curricular): Attendance/Discipline34

Extra Curricular and Co-Curricular Eligibility34

ASB35

Attendance Requirements35

Clubs & Organizations35

Dances35

Concerts35

Guidelines for Student Behavior at Dances and Concerts36

Good Standing36

Assemblies and Community Meetings36

Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Activities………………………………………….36

Academic Eligibility Requirements37

Behavior and Citizenship Eligibility37

Attendance Requirements37

Guidelines for Student Behavior at Activities37

Information Technology Guidelines37

User Responsibilities38

General Guidelines38

Workstation Guidelines38

Food and Drink38

Personal Laptops/data devices38

Guidelines for Laptops/data devices38

Network Guidelines39

Dress Code/Grooming Guidelines39

Writing on Personal Belongings41

Gang Apparel is Prohibited41

Technology High School Student Conduct Code, Disciplinary Violations and

Consequences 2009-201042

Guidelines for Positive Communication for All Students ad Staff58

Modeling Positive Communication58

Parent Involvement/Communications58

Student Use of Technology CRPUSD BP 6163.4 & AR 6163.459

Sexual Harassment64

CRPUSD Board Policy 5145.7 & CRPUSD AR 5145.764

Complaint Procedures64

Administrative Review and Procedures65

Notification65

Administrative Regulations67

Purpose of Policy67

Special Assistance67

Uniform Complaint Procedure CRPUSD Board Policy 1312.3 and AR 1312.369

Nondiscrimination Notice74

Tobacco Free Schools74

Sonoma State University Map75

Technology High School’s Path to Successful Communications76

Principal’s Message

The Technology High School community enjoyed a remarkable 2008-09 school year. In December, U.S. News & World Report awarded Technology High School a bronze medal in its America’s Best High Schools Program. In March, the school hosted representatives from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges who validated our accreditation term for three additional years. In April, Technology High School was identified for the second time as a California Distinguished School. The school community connected through events such as the Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)-sponsored First Day Barbecue and Rock N’ Bowl. Tech High enjoyed its first casual dance and benefit band concert. Student achievement continues to improve and graduates are accepted to our nation’s finest higher institutions.

These noteworthy accomplishments will serve as the foundation for the 2009-10 school year. I look forward to working and learning with you. Let’s make this year the best year ever!

Adam Littlefield, Principal

Technology High School Vision

At Technology High School (THS), students, staff, parents and our community partners understand what it takes to foster successful lifelong learning. All THS community members have a voice and work together toward the development of the whole child; preserving their uniqueness while preparing them to be a productive, contributing member of our diverse society.

The THS community promotes high expectations for academic excellence through five tenets. Student achievement is accomplished through innovative, powerful project-based teaching and learning of the standards-based integrated curriculum in a safe, caring small school environment. Students are empowered to manage their learning through the use of technology tools. Instruction is personalized and differentiated based on the learning styles of the student. Students are assessed using multiple measures which help guide staff in supporting student achievement. Standards-aligned research-based instructional strategies are the focal point of the school’s professional development program.

The THS Essential Abilities, including Personal Integrity, Effective Communication, Citizenship and Global Responsibility, Critical Thinking, and Reflective Learning, are learning outcomes that provide the foundation for positive student behavior and are integrated throughout the school environment. Students are influential in how their school is run through the leadership program. Students are encouraged and nurtured by recognition programs, PTSA family events, engaged parents, a caring staff, dedicated volunteers and many community partners. It is the vision of Technology High School that all students will contribute to our society, experience academic success, possess a strong sense of self-worth and leave the school with the attitude, skills, and knowledge to be critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and lifelong learners.

Technology High School

Essential Abilities

Prior to graduation from Technology High School, students will demonstrate:

Personal Integrity

Students handle themselves with confidence and act with intellectual courage. They commit to their beliefs and are willing to assume leadership roles. They demonstrate cooperative and positive working relationships across diverse groups, share responsibilities, accept advice and supervision, and are open-minded to different points of view.

Citizenship and Global Responsibility

Students know how to analyze the world using multiple sources. They recognize the many facets of society and deliberately consider their role in it. They are aware of their responsibilities and the long-term effects of their actions in a global community.

Reflective Learning

Students excel at making critical observations about their own experiences and the experiences of others. They can formulate meaningful and insightful questions that inspire and encourage further exploration. They consistently take charge of their education and actively seek out answers to their own questions.

Critical Thinking

Students recognize and analyze problems from multiple perspectives. They identify, locate, and organize information. They propose, evaluate, and use a variety of strategies, tools, and skills to produce solutions. They are comfortable taking risks and they are creative and flexible in their approach to solving problems.

Effective Communication

Students understand principles of effective communication and use precise academic language. They articulately, effectively, and persuasively communicate orally, visually, and in writing to a wide range of audiences in a variety of ways. They listen with understanding and empathy. They thoughtfully follow instructions.

General Information

Technology High School Colors

Royal Blue and Black

Technology High Mascot

Titans

Important Phone Numbers

Technology High School Main Office 792-4825

Technology High School FAX 792-4827

Crisis Hotline Numbers

♣Alcoholics Anonymous 544-1300

♣Child Protective Services 565-4304

♣Cotati Police Department 792-4611

♣Narcotics Anonymous 575-7837

♣Rape Crisis Center 545-7273

♣Rohnert Park Public Safety 584-2600

♣SCAYD (Sonoma County Adults for Youth Development) 793-9030

♣Suicide Hotline 1-800-621-4000

2009-10 Technology High School Staff

Office Staff

Adam LittlefieldPrincipal

Laura TriantafyllosCounselor

Marsha BarbatoSpecialized School Secretary

April Nelson Office Assistant

Teaching Staff

Mike BerryScience and Engineering

Bill BowersSocial Studies

Heather BrownEnglish

Linda DesautelsMathematics

Dave FreebairnForeign Language

Joe ImmelScience and Engineering

Vicki LarsenResource Specialist Program

Maggie LondonArt

Eric NewmanPhysical Education

Cole SmithEnglish

Ken TorreMathematics

Greg WeaverScience and Engineering

Matt ZwingeSocial Studies

Support Staff

Carla BrownResource Specialist Program Assistant

All staff email addresses are first name (underscore) last name @crpusd.org

Important Dates

August 2009

8/25 New Student Orientation

8/27 1st Day of School/PTSA BBQ

January 2010

1/1 Winter Break (no school)

1/18 Martin Luther King Day (no school)

1/19-21 Finals (minimum days)

1/21 End of 1st Semester

1/22 Teacher Work Day (no school)

September

9/3 Senior Parent Night

9/7 Labor Day-No School

9/9 Junior Parent Night

9/16 Back-to-School Night

9/21 PTSA Meeting

9/23 Sophomore Parent Night

9/30 Freshman Parent Night

February

2/8 Lincoln’s Birthday (no school)

2/15 Presidents’ Day (no school)

October

10/17 PSAT and PLAN Testing

10/19 PTSA Meeting

10/30 End of 1st Quarter

March

3/16-17 10th Grade California High School Exit Exam

3/26 End of 3rd Quarter

March-PE Testing for 9th grade

November

11/11 Veteran’s Day (no school)

11/16 PTSA Meeting

11/23-27 Thanksgiving Holiday (no school)

April

4/5-4/9 Spring Break (no school)

4/23-5/21 STAR and Make-up STAR testing

December

12/21-1/1 Winter Break (no school)

May

4/23-5/21 STAR and Make-up STAR testing

5/8 Junior/Senior Prom

5/31 Memorial Day (no school)

June (tentative dates)

6/9-6/11 Finals (minimum days)

6/11 End of 2nd semester

6/11 Last Day of School--Graduation

2009-10 Daily Schedule

Period 1 8:00-8:50

Period 2 8:55-9:45

Break 9:45-9:55

Period 3 10:00-10:50

Period 4 Academic Workshop10:55-11:30

Period 511:35-12:25

Lunch 12:25-1:05

Period 6 1:10-2:00

Period 7 2:05-2:55

Bulletin Announcements

The bulletin is one of several forms of communication at Technology High School. It contains important news of club meetings, school events, and student activities. It is read weekly and is posted near the school office and on the school website.

Closed Campus

Technology High School has a closed campus policy for all students. Once students arrive at school, they may not leave without permission and a pass from the office. Off-campus privileges are granted only during lunch to students who demonstrate responsibility in returning to school on time for classes after lunch. Students may go to the Bookstore, Toast, etc. during morning break.

Community Meetings

Technology High School holds student Community Meetings to discuss important information, provide updates to club activities, recognize students for their achievement, and exhibit student talent. Community meetings are typically held monthly during school hours.

Emergency Cards

Technology High School staff needs to be able to notify parents/guardians in case of illness, accident, or other emergencies. Emergency cards for all students must be on record each school year. Please remember to update emergency information throughout the year as needed.

Exhibition Nights

The Technology High School community believes that public exhibition of student work increases the likelihood of exceptional student achievement. Exhibition Nights are planned throughout the year for students to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding to local experts, including university professors, business and industry leaders, scientists and engineers.

Field Trips

Throughout the year, students will have the opportunity to participate on field trips. Field trips are an extension of the classroom learning environment. Students are required to complete the necessary forms and get permission from parents/guardians and teachers to attend the trip. While on the trip, students are expected to follow school rules and serve as goodwill ambassadors while representing the school.

Food Services

Technology High School students may purchase food from various locations on the Sonoma State University campus, including vending machines. These food services close when SSU is not in session (month of January and mid-May to the end of school). Students should be prepared for alternatives during these times. The National School Lunch Program offers lunch for students who qualify for that program.

Identification Cards

Each student will be issued a student identification card free of charge. For reasons of safety, all students are required to carry their student ID card at all times and to present the card when requested to do so by any Technology High School employee, Sonoma State University employee, or public safety officer. If a student loses an ID card, a new one may be obtained in the Technology High School office for a $5.00 fee. Technology High School ID cards must be presented to enter a THS activity.

Please carry your ID card at all times!

Immunizations

California law requires that all students attending school must have current immunizations. Parents will be notified if their student’s vaccinations need to be updated. When immunizations are not current, the student will not be allowed to attend school until the requirements are met.

Library- Jean and Charles Schulz Information Center

Technology High School students have access to the Jean and Charles Schulz Information Center (SSU Library). Students will receive a library card that allows students to check out library resources. The fall semester 2009 library hours are:

Fall 2009
(Wednesday August 26 - Friday December 18)

Monday-Thursday

7:30am-midnight

Friday

7:30am-5pm

Saturday

10:00am-5pm

Sunday

Noon-9:00pm

Not all services are available M-F 7:30am-8am
3rd floor closes and some services end 15 minutes prior to closing

Reference Desk:

M-Th 10am-6pm, F 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 1pm-5pm

Regional/Special Collections Desk

M-F 1-3pm or by appointment (664-4152)

Library Gallery

M-F 8am-5pm, Sat and Sun noon-5pm

Exceptions:

Labor Day Mon September 7: Closed
Veteran's Day Wed November 11: Closed
Thanksgiving Break
Wed November 25: Open 7:30am-5pm,
Thu Nov 26 - Fri Nov 27: Closed

The use of the library is a privilege. Students will be expected to follow the library rules and policies. Please be considerate of others when using the library,

Lost and Found

The lost and found is located outside the Technology High School Office. Unclaimed articles are donated to a charitable organization.

Messages and Deliveries

No messages for students will be taken except in case of an emergency when requested by the parent/guardian. Deliveries of notes, flowers, balloons, messages, etc. during instructional hours are not permitted. This severely interrupts the teaching and learning environment.

Off Limits Area

During the school day, certain areas of the Sonoma State University campus are off limits to students unless under direct teacher supervision. The SSU Health Center and pub are two locations off limits to students at all times. Students should check with the Technology High School staff regarding other specific off limit locations.

Parent Teacher Student Association (PTA)

The PTA is the largest volunteer child advocacy association in the nation. The PTA provides parents and families with a powerful voice to speak on behalf of every child and the best tools to help their children be safe, healthy, and successful - in school and in life. Technology High School enjoys an active PTA that provides invaluable support to the school community. Please contact the Technology High School office for more information about becoming a member of the PTSA.

Parking

A parking permit is required to park on the Sonoma State University campus. Daily permits may be purchased through one of the parking lot vending machines for $2.50. A semester parking permit may be purchased from SSU Customer Services for $94.

School Site Council (SSC)

The School Site Council at Technology High is a group of teachers, parents, classified employees, and students that works with the principal to develop, review and evaluate school improvement programs, safety plans and school budgets. Please contact the Technology High School office for more information about the School Site Council.

Skateboards, Roller Blades, Bikes

Skateboards, roller blades, scooters, bikes, and other similar forms of transportation are allowed going to and coming from school. Once at school, they should be properly secured in the specified location. Bike racks are available near the main entrance to Technology High School. All bikes should be properly locked to the rack.

Technology and Facility Use

Technology High School students have access to a variety of technology resources at Technology High School and SSU. Students are expected to treat the resources and the Technology High School facilities with respect. Students who abuse the resources and facilities will pay for damages.

Telephone

Pay telephones for student use are located throughout Sonoma State University. The closest telephones are located in Ives Hall and near the SSU bookstore. Students should keep change on hand for necessary calls. The office phones are for official use only. Cellular phones may be used outside the building during break, lunch, and after school. The use of cellular phones during instructional time is prohibited.

Textbooks

Textbooks will be provided free of charge to students as needed in individual classes. Students are responsible for returning textbooks checked out to them. In the event a textbook is lost or damaged, the student will either be charged for damages or for the full replacement cost of the textbook.

Visitors (CRPUSD BP 1250)

Students may not bring guests to school; however, parents and guardians are always welcome. All visitors are required to sign in at the front desk in the Technology High School office and are required to be escorted to their destination and to wear a visitor’s pass at all times. To ensure minimum interruption of the regular classroom program, school visits should be first arranged with teacher and principal or designee.

Academic Support

Academic Workshop

Academic Workshop serves various purposes and will serve different purposes for different Academic Advisors. The primary function of Academic Workshop is remediation. Students will be placed with an Academic Advisor according to their area of need, allowing teachers time to provide remediation within their discipline. Students will also be placed with an Academic Advisor based on relationship. Advisors can help students with whom they have positive relationships in many ways, from working within the teacher's specific discipline to working on general study skills for other classes. The Academic Workshop provides tutored work time for all students. Academic Workshop is a place where students not in need of remediation can pursue independent academic interests with the supervision of a teacher. Students are also encouraged to form their own study groups to pursue shared academic interests under the supervision of a teacher. Academic Workshop serves as the venue where individual teachers can work on academic pursuits with their students. Students can be requested by other teachers to attend their Academic Workshop if the student needs to make up time for that teacher’s course. For example, if a student needs to complete a project for Art class, an Art instructor could request that the student be excused from his/her regular workshop to go to Art Workshop until the project is completed.

Counseling

Technology High School offers a counseling program that provides academic guidance, personal counseling and college/career information. The counselor assists students in identifying academic goals and in planning courses of study that support achievement of these goals. The counselor works closely with the staff, faculty, principal, families and community to provide a supportive, effective and safe environment in which all students can succeed. Students and families are encouraged to contact the office to set up appointments if they wish to meet with the counselor.

Student Study Team (SST) Meetings

Students, parents, teachers, counselor and/or administrator can request a Student Study Team Meeting (SST). An SST meeting includes feedback from all teachers and may include pertinent information from any staff member that has regular contact with the student. An SST is designed to evaluate a student’s progress and to identify ways to assist students at school. During the initial SST, a plan or contract is developed and then agreed upon. If this plan fails to assist the student, a second SST meeting may be held. At this meeting, other alternative educational opportunities may be explored. Please contact the Technology High School principal to coordinate an SST (participants, date, time, and location as well as supervising any follow-up needs).

Special Education, School Psychologist, Nurse

A range of services are available for students identified as needing special education services. Technology High School’s special education services provide appropriate academic support, ranging from core subjects being taught in a small group setting to students receiving support in the core general education classes. Students also have access to the school’s elective classes and extra-curricular activities. Special education services are developed on an individual basis and further questions should be referred to the principal or special education teacher. The school psychologist conducts assessments and provides services for students who are referred by the counselor or principal. Parents should work with the counselor when requesting these services. The nurse’s primary responsibility is to screen students for immunizations and supervise medical services for students. The nurse is available on an as-needed basis.

Tutoring

Classroom teachers, Sonoma State University’s Pre-College Program and advanced-level Technology High School students may provide before school, lunch, and after-school tutoring. Students and parents should contact the individual teacher or counselor for more information.

Work Permits (CRPUSD BP 5113.2)

It is against the law for students under the age of eighteen to work without a work permit. Work permit request forms are available at the Technology High School office. To obtain a work permit a student must have passed 20 credits the previous semester, must have a minimum 2.0 grade point average, good attendance and approval from an the principal. After a student has received a work permit, the student’s scholastic and attendance records will be inspected regularly. Work permits will be revoked for poor attendance or poor grades and school disciplinary infractions. Students need a work permit for each job they have (if they have two jobs, they need two work permits), and work permits are good only for the school year they are issued. There is a special work permit for summer-only jobs.

Academic Information

2009-10 THS College Prep Courses Meeting "a-g" Requirements

A. History:
World History, U.S. History, Government

B. English:

English 9, English 10, English 11, Contemporary Literature (English 12)

C. Mathematics:
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus

D. Laboratory Sciences:

Integrated Science II, Integrated Science III

E. Language other than English:
Spanish 1, Spanish 2

F. Visual and Performing Arts:

Drawing

G. Elective:
Integrated Engineering I, Integrated Engineering II, Integrated Engineering III, Integrated Engineering IV, Integrated Science I, Psychology, Economics

Technology High School students may participate in the Rancho Cotate High School Band Program.

Graduation Requirements/Standards of Proficiency – BP 6146.1 (a)

High School Graduation Requirements

The Governing Board desires to prepare each student to obtain a diploma of high school graduation in order to provide students with opportunities for postsecondary education and/or employment.

Graduation from public schools implies that students have satisfactorily completed the prescribed courses of study for the several grade levels in accordance with the respective abilities to achieve and that they have satisfactorily passed any examinations, other course requirements and standards of proficiency as required by law.

Because the prescribed course of study may not accommodate the needs of some students, the Board shall provide alternative means for the completion of prescribed courses in accordance with law.

Each prescribed and elective course of study shall define detailed requirements and standards of proficiency. Each course of study shall be adopted by the Governing Board prior to implementation. It is expected that the faculty will apply measures of achievement to provide evidence that each student has progressed far enough toward school goals to warrant graduation according to the terms of paragraph #1 above.

No minimum time of residency in this school district may be made a condition of graduation.

Beginning in the 2005-2006 school year, each student completing grade 12 shall have successfully passed the state exit examination in language arts and mathematics as a condition of high school graduation.

Supplemental instruction shall be offered to any student who does not demonstrate "sufficient progress," as defined in Board policy, toward passing the exit examination.

Certificates of Coursework Completion

The Governing Board desires that every student shall have the opportunity to earn recognition of achievement for successful completion of the prescribed course of study thereby meeting standards of proficiency established by the Governing board.

Students who successfully complete the prescribed course of study but do not pass the California High School Exit Exam, shall receive a "Certificate of Coursework Completion" instead of a diploma and shall be allowed to participate in graduation ceremonies.

Graduation Requirements/Standards of Proficiency/Certificates of Coursework Completion -- AR 6146.1 (a)

High School, Grades 9 – 12

Requirements for graduation and specified alternative means for completing the prescribed course of study shall be made available to students, parents/guardians, and the public.

Students shall not be required to have resided within the district for any minimum length of time as a condition of high school graduation.

If a student successfully completes the district's graduation requirements while attending a juvenile court school or nonpublic, nonsectarian school or agency the district shall issue the student a diploma from the school the student last attended.

At the beginning of each school year or at the time a student transfers into the district, the school shall provide written notification to all students in grades 9-12 and to their parents/guardians that, each student completing the 12th grade shall be required to successfully pass the state's high school exit examination as a condition of graduation. The notification shall include, at a minimum, the date of the examination, the requirements for passing the examination, and the consequences of not passing the examination.

The examination shall be administered in accordance with law, Board policy, and administrative regulation.

When students do not demonstrate sufficient progress toward passing the exit examination, supplemental instruction offered by the district shall be designed to assist students to succeed on the exit examination and shall reflect statewide academic standards to the extent that the district has aligned it s curriculum with those standards.

Supplemental instruction may include summer school programs for students in grades 9-12 who do not demonstrate sufficient progress toward passing the exit examination.

Graduation Course Requirements

Students in high school, grades 9 through 12, must earn 220 units of course credit and complete the prescribed course of study. A minimum school day of 240 minutes is required of all students each year.

English

40 units of credit earned by passing the following prescribed courses of study:

10 units of any English 9

10 units of any English 10

10 units of any English 11

10 units of any English 12

Mathematics

Class of 2004 - Class of 2010

THIS SECTION WILL BE ADDED SOON. PLEASE CONTACT MR. LITTLEFIELD WITH QUESTIONS.

Class of 2011

30 units of credit with the following stipulations:

1. Students must pass the equivalent of Algebra 1. This course will be aligned to the High School Exit Exam.

2.2. Students who pass Algebra 1 in middle school will be given credit for meeting the Algebra high school graduation requirement. They will still need to take 30 units of mathematics while in high school.

3.Some students may take four years to complete the Mathematics requirement.

4.10 of these units may be taken in designated courses outside the department (e.g., Accounting, Metals 1A/1B, Wood 1A/1B, Drafting 1) and be counted as mathematics credit provided the student has passed the math portion of the High School Exit Exam. Please note: These courses are not offered at Technology High School.

Beginning with the class of 2011, the Mathematics graduation requirement will read as follows:

30 units of credit with the following stipulations:

1.Students must pass the equivalent of Algebra 1. This course will be aligned to the High School Exit Exam.

2.Students who pass Algebra 1 in middle school will be given credit for meeting the Algebra high school graduation requirement. They will still need to take 30 units of mathematics while in high school.

3.Some students may take four years to complete the Mathematics requirement.

Science

20 units of credit in science, including earth, physical, and biological sciences

Physical Education

20 units of credit

Social Studies

30 units of credit earned by passing the following prescribed courses of study:

10 units of credit in world history, culture and geography

10 units of credit in United States history

5 units of credit in American government and civics

5 units of credit in economics

Visual & Performing Arts or

Foreign Language

10 units of credit in one language

A course in American Sign Language shall be deemed a course in foreign language.

10 units of visual and performing arts credit

Community Service

40 hours of participation in community service activities. No units of credit are earned for this requirement

Elective Subjects

As needed to complete the total unit requirement of 220

Teaching Assistant credits limited to four semesters, 1 period per semester, for elective credit towards graduation.

Beginning with the class of 2006, students in high school, grades 9 through 12, in addition to the above requirements must pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Additional coursework as listed below must be taken by those students who have not passed a portion of the CAHSEE.

English

Students who have not passed the Language Arts portion of the High School Exit Exam in their junior year, must take a course specifically designed to help them pass the exam during their senior year.

Mathematics

Students who do not pass the mathematics portion of the High School Exit Exam will be required to take a course specifically designed to help them pass the exam.

Certificate of Coursework Completion

Standards for "Certificate of Coursework Completion" and Eligibility for Participation in Graduation Ceremonies

Students who have successfully completed the prescribed course of study, but have not passed the California High School Exam (CAHSEE) may receive a Certificate of Coursework Completion.

Effective since the class of 2007, in order to be eligible to receive a Certificate of Coursework Completion and participate in graduation ceremonies a student shall have accomplished the following:

•Taken the CAHSEE three times during their senior year. Senior transfer students will be counted as meeting the three test requirements if they register during the summer for the fall administration of the CAHSEE following their senior year.

•Documented participation in intervention activities starting with the 2005-2006 school year

•Met the District's course/credit requirements for graduation

•Met the District's Community Service requirement

•Met the District standard for acceptable behavior for participation in graduation ceremony

•Returned all property loaned to him or her by the District (including but not limited to textbooks and all other curricular materials) and settled any outstanding financial obligations to the District.

Special Education Students and California High School Exit Exam Requirements

Commencing with the class of 2007, Special Education students are required to take the High School Exit Exam or the appropriate alternate examination developed by the State of California. Students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or 504 plans will receive testing accommodations on the High School Exit Exam as designated in their plans. If the plan does not directly address accommodations for the High School Exit Exam, any other general testing accommodations identified in the plan will be implemented for the High School Exit Exam.

If the student’s IEP identifies the student as exempt from the High School Exit Exam, the student will receive an alternative certification of completion instead of a regular high school diploma. Students who do receive an alternative certificate of completion will be able to participate in the graduation ceremony with his/her graduating class. Such an exempted student may remain eligible for special education services through the age of twenty-one and will not be deemed to have “graduated” high school for the purposes of continuing to receive special education services.

No student who chooses to take the exam will be excluded from doing so. All appropriate accommodations as specified in the student’s IEP or 504 plan will be implemented if that student takes the exam. Students with IEPs or 504 plans will be informed of any procedures for applying for a waiver from the High School Exit exam. Special Education students who do not have an IEP that exempts them from the High School Exit Exam and who do not meet requirements for graduation will be subject to the same policies regarding graduation as all other students in the district.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS

Beginning with the class of 2007, special education students in grades 9-12 who have an active Individualized Education Plan (IEP) must complete all course and examination requirements for graduation as identified in Board Policy 6146.

•Special education students are required to take the High School Exit Examination or the appropriate State identified alternate assessment in order to graduate from high school and receive a diploma.

•Three years prior to the senior year, written notice must be provided to the parents of each special education student regarding whether or not the student will be on a diploma track or an alternative Certificate of Completion track. Parents will be advised of any waiver procedures developed by the state and/or district for students who might face individual obstacles to passing the High School Exit Exam but would otherwise qualify for a regular high school diploma.

The IEP team determines the appropriate track:

1.If a diploma track is identified, the student must complete all graduation requirements, including the High School Exit Examination.

2.If a Certificate of Completion track is identified, the student must meet the certificate requirements of progress in IEP goals and objectives.

For the special education student or 504 eligible who is allowed testing accommodations within his/her IEP or 504 plan, that student will be administered the High School Exit Examination with the appropriate accommodations as determined by the California Department of Education.

A special education student who fails to meet the requirements for graduation will be subject to the same policies regarding graduation as all other district students unless that student is covered by a state and/or district approved waiver to regular graduation policies and meets those individualized graduation policies as outlined in his/her waiver.

Though a special education student on the Certificate of Completion track will not meet the requirements to receive a diploma, he/she may participate in the graduation ceremony with his/her graduation class provided he/she has met all requirements for a certificate of completion as outlined in his/her IEP.

A special education student who is exempted from requirements for high school graduation and who participates in the graduation ceremony may remain eligible for special education services through the age of twenty-one (21).

Grade Level Designation -- (CRPUSD AR 5123)

Counselors shall review each student’s credit standing with the student each semester as part of the course schedule planning process for the next semester.

Parents are informed of student progress through report cards issued each quarter.

If a student is in danger of failing a course and thus not earning credit, the teacher shall send a report to the parents prior to the close of the grading period.

As part of a parent conference, course credit standing shall be evaluated by the counselor, teacher, and/or administrator.

In order to graduate high school in four years, it is recommended that freshmen should complete their first year with a minimum of 40 credits; sophomores - 100 credits, and juniors - 160 credits. Parents of students who have not met the minimum number of recommended credits shall be notified following the close of the final grading period and prior to the start of the next school session (including summer school) of their student's current credit standing and progress towards graduation.

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

The exam is divided into two parts: (1) reading and writing, and (2) mathematics. All questions on the test are based on the California State Board-adopted standards. Students must pass both parts of the CAHSEE to receive their high school diploma. Students must also meet the district’s requirements for graduation.

The CAHSEE will be given at the school site during regular school hours on the designated dates. Students will:

•Receive results of the exam within eight weeks after testing is completed

•Have opportunities to retake the exam or either part previously not passed

•Receive additional instruction, if needed to help ensure success

Special Education and the CAHSEE Requirement

All Special Education students are required to take the California State High School Exit Exam in order to graduate from high school and receive a diploma. A Special Education student who does not meet the CAHSEE requirement for graduation, but meets all other requirements, will receive a Certificate of Completion and can participate in the graduation ceremony with his/her graduating class.

Community Service Requirement

Technology High School students are required to perform 40 hours of community service in order to graduate. Students are required to submit proof of community service. Community Service Documentation forms are available at the Technology High School office. Community service opportunities are regularly posted in the weekly bulletin, sent to parents through email, and posted on the school website. Students should try to complete this requirement before the start of their senior year. No units of credit are earned for this requirement.

Withdrawal from Classes – (CRPUSD BP 5121)

A student who drops a course during the first six weeks of the semester may do so without any entry on his/her permanent record. A student who drops a course after the first six weeks of the semester shall receive an “F” grade on his/her permanent record, unless otherwise decided by the principal or designee because of extenuating circumstances.

Report of Student Progress

Academic Honesty/Personal Integrity

Trustworthiness is the key to academic success. All work submitted by students should be a true reflection of their effort and ability. If it is not, then the student has exhibited unacceptable behavior. The following criteria define cheating:

•Claiming credit for work that is not the product of one’s own honest effort.

•Providing unwarranted access to materials or information so that others may dishonestly claim credit.

•Representation of another person’s words, ideas, as your own by not properly citing the source and giving the author credit.

•Copying off the Internet.

•Knowledge and tolerating of the foregoing circumstances.

Any behavior which can be defined as cheating represents a violation of mutual trust and respect essential to education at Technology High School. Students who cheat should expect to be disciplined according to the Technology High School Student Conduct Code.

Grading – (CRPUSD AR 5121)

The purpose of grading is to communicate the level of achievement in the educational program to students, parents, institutions of higher learning, prospective employers, counselors and other schools the student might attend. Grades for achievement shall be reported each marking period as follows:

A90-100% Outstanding Achievement 4.0 grade points

B80-89% Above Average Achievement3.0 grade points

C70-79% Average Achievement2.0 grade points

D60-69% Below Average Achievement1.0 grade point

F/NP 0-59% Little or No Achievement 0 grade points

I Incomplete 0 grade points

Whenever it becomes evident to a teacher that a student is in danger of failing a course, the teacher shall arrange a conference with the student’s parent/guardian or send the parent/guardian a written report.

An incomplete is given only when a student’s work is not finished because of illness or other excused absence. If not made up within two weeks after returning to school, the incomplete will become an F.

Plus and minus signs may be used at the option of the teacher.

No grade of a student participating in a physical education class may be adversely affected due to the fact that the student, because of circumstances beyond his/her control, does not wear standardized physical education apparel.

Students in grades six through twelve must earn at least a 2.0 or C grade point average in order to participate in extra-curricular activities.

Criteria for determining grades for achievement may include but are not limited to:

•Preparation of assignments, including accuracy, legibility and promptness

•Contribution to classroom discussions

•Demonstrated understanding of concepts in tests

•Applications of skills and principles to new situations

•Organization and presentation of written and oral reports

•Originality and reasoning ability when working through problems

Due to the rigorous nature of courses at Technology High School, some courses are “weighted” to a 5.0 grade point scale. Students who successfully complete academic courses at Santa Rosa Junior College and/or Sonoma State University may also earn weighed grades. Please contact the Technology High School counselor for more information.

Grading and Unexcused Absences

If a student misses class without an excuse and does not subsequently turn in homework, take a test or fulfill another class requirement which he/she missed within the designated time frame, the teacher may lower the student’s grade for nonperformance - BP 5121 (a).

A teacher may assign a failing grade to any student who has absences equal to or in excess of twenty percent of the days in the grading period if the following has occurred:

•The teacher has informed the class and parent/guardian at the beginning of the semester of the possibility of receiving a failing grade for unexcused absences, and

•The student or his/her parent/guardian has been given a reasonable opportunity to explain the absence.

If a student receives a failing grade because of unexcused absences, school records shall specify that the grade was given because of excessive unexcused absences - AR 5121 (d).

Weekly Progress Reports

Weekly Progress Report forms, which students provide to teachers for feedback on Friday, are a tool to assist students and parents in monitoring the students’ progress. Weekly Progress Report forms are available at the Technology High School office.

Progress Reports

Progress reports are distributed to students at the halfway point of each school quarter. Teachers are only required to issue progress report grades for any student who is in danger of receiving a failing grade in their class. Some teachers issue progress reports that include comments but no grades.

Report Cards

Report cards are mailed to each student household at the end of each semester. For specific questions regarding report cards, holds, or transcripts, please contact the Technology High School office.

Students or parents who have questions regarding grades should pursue the following courses of action:

•Contact the specific teacher.

•Schedule a meeting with the teacher and counselor (as needed).

•For further steps, please refer to the Path to Successful Communication located in this handbook.

Please note: California Ed Code 49066 (a) states that when grades are given for any course of instruction taught in a school district, the grade given to each pupil shall be the grade determined by the teacher of the course and the determination of the pupil's grade by the teacher, in the absence of clerical or mechanical mistake, fraud, bad faith, or incompetence, shall be final.

Transcript Requests

Transcripts may be requested through the Technology High School office.

Extra-Curricular Activities – (CRPUSD BP 6145)

In order to be academically eligible to participate in extra-curricular activities, a student must have earned at least an overall 2.00 grade point average on a 4.0 grading scale for credits attempted in the previous grading period. The grade point average and determination of eligibility shall be based on quarter grades for the first and third quarter grading periods and on semester grades for the second and fourth quarter grading periods. For courses where students earn credits on a quarterly basis, quarterly grades will be used to determine academic eligibility. Summer school grades may be averaged with the grades form the preceding spring semester to improve the student’s overall grade point average.

Repeated Courses – (CRPUSD AR 5121)

With the approval of the principal or designee, a student may repeat a course in order to raise his/her grade. The student shall receive credit only for taking the course once. Both grades received will be entered on the student’s transcript.

Make-Up Work/Homework

The Governing Board recognizes that homework contributes to building responsibility, self-discipline and life-long learning habits, and that time spent on homework directly influences students’ ability to meet the district’s academic standards. The Board expects students, parents/guardians and staff to view homework as a routine and important part of students’ daily lives – BP 6154.

Make-Up Homework Requests

Board Policy 6154: Students shall be given the opportunity to request make-up work missed because of an excused or unexcused absence and shall receive full credit for the work that is turned in within a maximum two week period following an absence unless otherwise arranged with the teacher. Teachers will provide students with make-up work within twenty-four hours of their request.

Education Code 48205 (b): A pupil absent from school under this section shall be allowed to complete all assignments and tests missed during the absence that can be reasonably provided and, upon satisfactory completion within a reasonable period of time, shall be given full credit therefore. The teacher of any class from which a pupil is absent shall determine the tests and assignments shall be reasonably equivalent to, but not necessarily identical to, the tests and assignments that the pupil missed during the absence.

Make-Up Work and Unexcused Absences – (CRPUSD BP 5121)

Make-Up Work and Suspension

The teacher of any class from which a pupil is suspended may require the suspended pupil to complete any assignments and tests missed during the suspension - Education Code 48913.

The Board encourages teachers to give suspended students full credit for work that is turned in according to a reasonable make-up schedule. Teachers may require suspended students to complete any assignments and tests missed during suspension – BP 6154.

Attendance

Regular attendance plays a key role in student achievement. The Board recognizes its responsibility under the law to ensure that students attend school regularly. Parents/guardians of children ages six to eighteen are obligated to send their children to school full-time unless otherwise provided by law. The Board shall abide by all state attendance laws and may use appropriate legal means to correct the problems of excessive absence or truancy. Attendance at all schools and classes shall be recorded and kept in accordance with law and regulations of the State Board of Education - BP 5113 (a).

Excused Absences – (CRPUSD BP 5113)

Absence from school will be excused only for health reasons, family emergencies and justifiable personal reasons, as permitted by law, Board policy and administration regulations.

A student’s absence shall be excused for the following reasons:

1.Personal illness

2.Quarantine under the direction of a county or city health officer

3.Medical, dental, optometric or chiropractic appointments

4.Attendance at funeral services for a member of the immediate family

a.Excused absence in this instance shall be limited to one day if the service is conducted in California or three days if the service is conducted out of state.

b.“Immediate family” shall be defined as mother, father, grandmother, grandfather, spouse, son/son-in-law, daughter/daughter-in-law, brother, sister, or any relative living in the student’s immediate household.

5.Jury duty in the manner provided by law

6.Exclusion from school, for up to five school days, for failure to present evidence of immunization

7.Participation in religious instruction or exercises in accordance with district policy

a.In such instances, the student shall attend at least the minimum school day.

b.The student shall be excused for this purpose on no more than four school days per month.

A student’s absence shall be excused for justifiable personal reasons including but not limited to the following. Advance written request by the parent/guardian and approval of the principal or designee shall be required for absences for:

1.Appearance in court

2.Attendance at a funeral service for a person other than a member of the student’s immediate family.

3.Observation of a holiday or ceremony of his/her religion

4.Attendance at religious retreats for no more than four hours during a semester

5.Employment interview or conference

In addition, if a student is the custodial parent of a child, his/her absence shall be excused when the child is ill or has a medical appointment during school hours.

Class participation is an integral part of students’ learning experiences and parents/guardians and students are encouraged to schedule medical appointments during non-school hours. When this is not possible, parents are requested to vary the appointment time so the student does not continually miss instruction at the same time of day.

Students in grades 7-12 should not be absent from school without their parents/guardians’ knowledge or consent except in cases of medical emergency or confidential medical appointment.

Education Code 46010.1 – The governing board of each school district shall, each academic year, notify pupils in grades 7 to 12, inclusive, and the parents/guardians of all pupils enrolled in the district, that school authorities may excuse any pupil from the school for the purpose of obtaining confidential medical services without the consent of the pupil's parent or guardian. The notice required pursuant to this section may be included with any other notice given pursuant to this code.

Student absence for religious instruction or participation in religious exercises away from school property shall be considered excused subject to administrative regulations and law.

Education Code 46014 - Pupils, with the written consent of their parents or guardians, may be excused from school in order to participate in religious exercises or to receive moral and religious instruction at their respective places of worship or at other suitable place or places away from school property designated by the religious group, church, or denomination, which shall be in addition and supplementary to the instruction in manners and morals required elsewhere in this code. Such absence shall not be deemed absence in computing average daily attendance, if all of the following conditions are complied with:

(a)The governing board of the district of attendance, in its discretion, shall first adopt a resolution permitting pupils to be absent from school for such exercises or instruction.

(b)The governing board shall adopt regulations governing the attendance of pupils at such exercises or instruction and the reporting thereof.

(c) Each pupil so excused shall attend school at least the minimum school day for his grade for elementary schools, and as provided by the relevant provisions of the rules and regulations of the State Board of Education for secondary schools.

(d)No pupil shall be excused from school for such purpose on more than four days per school month.

It is hereby declared to be the intent of the Legislature that this section shall be permissive only.

If a student is the custodial parent of a child, his/her absence shall be excused when the child is ill or has a medical appointment during school hours.

Clearing an Absence

The Technology High School office is open to students before school, during break, lunch, and after school to excuse absences.

When students who have been absent return to school, they must present a satisfactory explanation verifying the reason for the absence. The following methods may be used to verify student absences:

1.Written note from parent/guardian or parent representative. Students may leave a note with office personnel during the times listed above.

2.Conversation, in person or by telephone, between the verifying employee and the student’s parent/guardian or parent representative.

3.Visit to the student’s home by the verifying employee, or any other reasonable method which establishes the fact that the student was absent for the reasons stated. A written recording shall be made including information outlined above.

4.Physician’s verification

When excusing students for confidential medical services or verifying such appointments, district staff shall not ask the purpose of such appointments but may contact a medical office to confirm the time of the appointment.

When a student has had 14 absences in the school year for illness verified by methods listed in #1 - #3 above, any further absences for illness must be verified by a physician.

All absences must be cleared within three school days. After three school days, an unexcused absence will turn into a class cut. A class cut will warrant detention and/or community service.

Illness at School

If during the school day a student is feeling ill, a student may go to the Technology High School office with approval from the teacher to rest for a 15-minute period of time. If the student is not feeling better after that time, the student may call a parent/guardian from the office to inquire about going home. Permission must be granted by the principal or designee according to each individual case. The school office personnel will verify with the parent/guardian that the student may be released to their care and issue an off-campus pass. If a student leaves school without receiving an off-campus pass, the absence will not be excused and will count towards truancy.

Off-Campus Passes

Requests for early dismissal permission must be granted by the principal or designee according to each individual case.

•No student will be allowed to leave campus without permission from a parent/guardian and must be in possession of an off-campus pass.

•Parents/guardians arranging to pick up their son/daughter at school during the instructional day, must report in person to the office prior to their child being released from school and may be asked by school personnel to show identifying information (driver’s license, student’s date of birth, and/or school identification number).

•In the event the parent/guardian is requesting their child be released from school to meet him/her at a location away from the school site, he/she may call the office and arrange for a student to pick up an off-campus pass before leaving school. The parent/guardian must be listed on the student’s current record and provide an identifying piece of information prior to an off-campus pass being issued by school personnel.

Off-Campus Lunch Policy

The off-campus lunch policy is as follows:

1. Off-campus lunch is a privilege and may be revoked at any time.

2. The school assumes no liability for any accident or injury incurred in the exercise of off-campus lunch.

3.Students exercising off-campus lunch privileges are subject to the rules of student conduct as applicable to the regular school day adopted by the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District and Technology High School.

4. Students are required to return punctually from lunch to their scheduled class and follow all of the school rules that are outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. Chronic tardiness will result in the loss of off-campus privileges and detention.

Unexcused Absences/Truancy – CRPUSD BP 5113 (b)

Truancy may be the result of either unexcused absences or tardiness or a combination of both. The district participates in the county School Attendance Review Board (SARB) as allowed by law in order to meet the special needs of students with school attendance or school behavior problems.

Students who are habitual truants or habitually insubordinate or disorderly during attendance at school may be referred to the School Attendance Review Board or the county probation department.

When the student’s attendance problems cannot be resolved or the student and parent/guardian have failed to respond to directives to correct the problem, a student who has been classified as truant may be referred to the district attorney or probation officer for truancy mediation.

When the student’s attendance problems cannot be resolved or the student and parent/guardian have failed to respond to directives to correct the problem, the school attendance review board or probation officer may ask the County Superintendent of Schools to request a juvenile court petition on behalf of the student -BP 5113 (b)

A student’s grades may be affected by excessive unexcused absences in accordance with Board policy.

A teacher may assign a failing grade to any student who has absences equal to or in excess of twenty percent of the days in the grading period if the following has occurred:

•The teacher has informed the class and parent/guardian at the beginning of the semester of the possibility of receiving a failing grade for unexcused absences, and

•The student or his/her parent/guardian has been given a reasonable opportunity to explain the absence.

If a student receives a failing grade because of unexcused absences, school records shall specify that the grade was given because of excessive unexcused absences - AR 5121 (d).

Truancy – CRPUSD AR 5113 (e) and (f)

1.Students shall be classified as truant if absent from school without a valid excuse three full days in one school year or tardy or absent for more than any 30 minute period during the school day without a valid excuse on three occasions in one school year, or any combination thereof. Such students shall be reported to the Superintendent or designee.

The parent/guardian of a student classified as a truant shall be notified of the following:

a.That the student is truant.

b.That the parent/guardians obligated to compel the student to attend school.

c.That the parent/guardian who fails to meet this obligation may be guilty of an infraction of the law and subject to prosecution pursuant to Education Code 48290-48296.

d.That the parent/guardian has the right to meet with appropriate school personnel to discuss solutions to the student’s truancy.

e.That alternative educational programs are available in the district.

f.That the student may be subject to arrest by a probation officer, a peace officer, a school administrator, an attendance supervisor or his/her designee under Education Code 48264 if found away from home and absent from school without a valid excuse.

g.That the student may be subject to suspension, restriction or delay of his/her driving privilege pursuant to Vehicle Code 13202.7.

h.That it is recommended that the parent/guardian accompany the student to school and attend classes with the student for one day.

2.Upon his/her first truancy, a student may be given a written warning by a peace officer. A record of this warning may be kept at school for at least two years or until the student graduates or transfers from the school. If the student transfers, the record may be forwarded to the new school.

3.Upon his/her second truancy within the same school year, a student may be assigned to an after school or weekend study program within the county. If the student fails to successfully complete this study program, he/she shall be subject to item #5 below.

4.Upon his/her first or second truancy within the same school year, an appropriate district staff member shall make every effort to hold at least one conference with the student and parent/guardian and may discuss resources available for achieving regular school attendance, which may include:

a.Program changes

b.Referral of family to community agency

c.Referral to school psychologist or student study team

d.Modified day

e.Independent study

f.Special school projects, special programs

g.School furlough

h.Work experience education

i.Alternative education

j.Referral for health checkup, medical examination

5.Upon his/her third truancy within the same school year, a student may be referred to, and required to attend, an attendance review board, a truancy mediation program established by the district attorney or the probation officer, or a comparable program deemed acceptable by the Superintendent or designee. If the student does not successfully complete the truancy mediation program or other similar program, he/she shall be subject to item #6 below.

6.Upon his/her fourth truancy within the same school year, the student shall be classified a habitual truant. A habitual truant may be referred to a School Attendance Review Board or to the Probation Department. When a student is referred to a School Attendance Review Board or to the Probation Department, the Superintendent or designee shall provide the student and the parent/guardian, in writing, the name and address of the School Attendance Review Board or Probation Department and the reason for the referral. This notice shall indicate that the student and parent/guardian will be required, along with a district staff member, to meet with the School Attendance Review Board or probation officer to consider a proper disposition of the referral.

7.If a student in grades 7-12 has been judged by the county juvenile court to be a habitual truant or habitually insubordinate or disorderly at school, or if a student has been required by the court to attend school as a condition of probation, the principal or his/her designee shall inform the juvenile court and the student’s probation or parole officer within 10 days, whenever that student is insubordinate, disorderly at school, or truant or tardy without a valid excuse.

The Superintendent or designee shall gather and transmit to the County Superintendent of Schools the number of referrals and types of referrals made to the School Attendance Review Board and the number of requests for petitions made to the juvenile court.

Technology High School Truancy and Tardy Policy

•THS will assign three detentions for each class cut and six detentions for cutting two or more periods in a given day.

•THS will assign three detentions after a student has accumulates three tardies in one quarter. If a student accumulates six tardies in one quarter, the student is assigned additional detention and a parent is contacted. Students with nine or more tardies in a quarter will meet with the principal and parent to develop a plan to reduce tardiness. Consequences may include loss of off-campus lunch, removal from extra-curricular activities, etc. A tardy is defined as arrival to class after the scheduled start of class. Arrival to class after thirty minutes will constitute an unexcused absence and be considered a class cut.

•The THS principal will regularly post (by student identification number) the number of detentions accrued by students. Students are responsible for monitoring their own hours. Additional disciplinary action will be taken toward students who fail to serve their detention.

•The principal will post detention days and times outside the principal’s office.

Compulsory Attendance Regulation

Education Code 48260 (a) - Any pupil subject to compulsory full-time education or to compulsory continuation education who is absent from school without valid excuse three full days in one school year or tardy or absent for more than any 30-minute period during the school day without a valid excuse on three occasions in one school year, or any combination thereof, is a truant and shall be reported to the attendance supervisor or to the superintendent of the school district.

Education Code 48261 - Any pupil who has once been reported as a truant and who is again absent from school without valid excuse one or more days, or tardy on one or more days, shall again be reported as a truant to the attendance supervisor or the superintendent of the district.

Education Code 48262 - Any pupil is deemed an habitual truant who has been reported as a truant three or more times per school year, provided that no pupil shall be deemed an habitual truant unless an appropriate district officer or employee has made a conscientious effort to hold at least one conference with a parent or guardian of the pupil and the pupil himself, after the filing of either of the reports required by Section 48260 or Section 48261.

Education Code 48263 - If any minor pupil in any district of a county is a habitual truant, or is irregular in attendance at school, as defined in this article, or is habitually insubordinate or disorderly during attendance at school, the pupil may be referred to a School Attendance Review Board. The supervisor of attendance, or any other persons the governing board of the school district or county may designate, making the referral shall notify the minor and parents or guardians of the minor, in writing, of the name and address of the board to which the matter has been referred and of the reason for the referral. The notice shall indicate that the pupil and parents or guardians of the pupil will be required, along with the referring person, to meet with the School Attendance Review Board to consider a proper disposition of the referral.

If the School Attendance Review Board determines that available community services can resolve the problem of the truant or insubordinate pupil, then the board shall direct the pupil or the pupil’s parents or guardians, or both, to make use of those community services. The School Attendance Review Board may require, at any time that it determines proper, the pupil or parents or guardians of the pupil, or both, to furnish satisfactory evidence of participation in the available community services.

If the School Attendance Review Board determines that available community services cannot resolve the problem of the truant or insubordinate pupil or if the pupil or the parents or guardians of the pupil, or both, have failed to respond to directives of the School Attendance Review Board or to services provided, the School Attendance Review Board may direct the county superintendent of schools in which the school district is located, pursuant to Section 48263.5, notify the district attorney, if the district attorney has elected to participate in the truancy mediation program described in that section. If the district attorney has not elected to participate in the truancy mediation program described in Section 48263.5, the School Attendance Review Board may direct the county superintendent of schools to, and, thereupon, the county superintendent of schools shall, request a petition on behalf of the pupil in the juvenile court of the county. Upon presentation of a petition on behalf of a pupil, the juvenile court of the county shall hear all evidence relating to the petition. The School Attendance Review Board shall submit to the juvenile court documentation of efforts to secure attendance as well as its recommendations on what action the juvenile court shall take in order to bring about a proper disposition of the case.

Enrollment Requirements

Emergency Cards

The Technology High School staff needs to be able to notify parents/guardians in case of illness, accident, or other emergencies. Emergency cards for all students must be on record each school year. Please remember to update emergency information throughout the year as needed.

Identification Cards

Each student will be issued a student identification card (ID) and all eligible junior and senior will be issued off-campus lunch pass free of charge (please note that all students are required to get their picture taken). For reasons of safety, all students are required to carry their current year student ID card at all times and to present the card when requested to do so by any school employee or public safety officer. Current year student ID cards must be presented at all extracurricular events to enter. If a student loses his/her ID card, a new one may be obtained at the Technology High School office for $5.

Immunizations

Assessment Programs (Standardized Testing)

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

To earn a diploma, all students must pass both the English/Language Arts and mathematics sections of the California High School Exit Exam.

Further updated information regarding the CAHSEE can be obtained online at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/hs/index.asp

STAR: Standardized Testing and Reporting Program

•Students assessed in California content standards areas of English Language/Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Science.

•Assesses the performance of schools relative to the performance of other like schools in the state.

•Designed to provide meaningful feedback related to the performance of individual students and specific school programs.

•State mandated; 9th – 11th grade participates.

•Used to calculate Academic Performance Index for California schools (API), and Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) as measured by No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)

California English Language Development Test (CELDT)

The CELDT is a required state test for English language proficiency that must be given to students whose primary language is other than English. The CELDT is administered in September each year.

PLAN

As a "pre-ACT" test for sophomores, PLAN is a powerful predictor of success on the ACT. At the same time, many schools like Technology High School recognizes the importance of PLAN testing for all students, as it focuses attention on both career preparation and improving academic achievement. The PLAN is administered in October. Approximate cost for this exam is $23

PSAT

The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) measures English and Math skills, and is given every October to interested Technology High School students. Juniors should take this test as some scholarships and preliminary admissions to college are based on these scores. Approximate cost for this exam is $23. Students should see the counselor for more specific information.

SAT/ACT

The Scholastic Aptitude Test and the American College Test are given several times a year beginning in October. Most four year colleges and universities require these tests for admissions. Juniors and seniors should take these tests which are administered at local sites throughout the academic year. Students should contact their counselor or listen to the bulletin for more information.

Student Recognition

Student of the Month

The Technology High School recognizes students who regularly demonstrate the Essential Abilities through the Student of the Month recognition program. Students receive this recognition at Community Meetings.

Senior Awards Ceremony

Each year, Technology High School staff recognizes seniors for their many extraordinary efforts through their time at Technology High School. Awards in the areas for academics, extra-curricular activities and scholarships are announced.

Ninth, Tenth and Eleventh Grade Awards Ceremony

Each year, Technology High School recognizes students for their many extraordinary efforts through the year. Awards in the areas for academics, extra-curricular activities and attendance are announced.

•Honor Roll: Students who earn a 3.0 – 3.49 grade point average

•High Honor Roll: Students who earn a 3.5- 3.99 grade point average

•Principal’s List: Students who earn a 4.0 or higher grade point average

•Perfect Attendance

•Academic Block: Students have earned all A’s

Honor Roll – (CRPUSD AR 5121)

Each school shall post an Honor Roll. All courses except for Pass/Fail shall be counted in computing eligibility for Honor Roll. To qualify for the Honor Roll, a student must receive no current grade below a “C” and have a grade point average of 3.0 or better. Please see the counselor for more information.

Scholarships

There are many scholarships available for students who are interested in continuing their education beyond high school. Scholarship information is available from the Technology High School counselor. Be aware of financial aid deadlines during your senior year.

Valedictorian – (CRPUSD AR 5121)

Each year, a Technology High School senior is named valedictorian of his/her class. The criteria are as follows:

The valedictorian shall be named at the end of seven semesters.

The student with the highest cumulative grade point average (GPA) calculated to the nearest hundredth will be named valedictorian.

If two or more students are within .15 of a point difference in grade point average, they will also be named valedictorian.

All courses on the official transcript will be included in the GPA calculation.

Any course taken at the university level (not including junior college) in lieu of the school’s honors or advanced placement course will be calculated with honor’s points for the same number of Carnegie units as the course it is replacing.

Alternative Educational Options

The Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District Unified School provides a variety of ways to pursue alternative credits toward graduation. The following opportunities are available:

Summer School

Summer school is available for all students who have failed a class or have received a “D” in a class and need to take the class to receive a “C” grade or better. Our district students have first priority.

El Camino High School

El Camino High School provides a continuation high school setting for credit deficient students age 16 and over who prefer or need an alternative to a comprehensive high school setting. Students may transfer to El Camino High School at any point throughout the school year. The school provides an individual instruction program, which enables students to make up deficient credits and graduate on time. Students who obtain a diploma from El Camino High School have met the same high school graduation requirements established by the state of California and the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District for Technology High School. El Camino High School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges as is Technology High School. El Camino High School’s enrollment is limited to 150 students, and students who meet the criteria are accepted to El Camino High School when space is available. Interested parents should contact the Technology High School counselor for more details. Courses do not meet the a-g requirements for admission to the University of California. Students who leave Technology High School to attend El Camino High School and want to return to Technology High School to graduate are subject to meeting Technology High School entrance, course, and graduation requirements and space must be available prior to return.

Phoenix High School

Phoenix High School is a community of learners where teamwork, high expectations and clear standards foster achievement. In an environment that encourages appropriate risk-taking, mutual respect, and trust, students experience learning as pleasurable, joyful, and adding quality to their lives. The staff is committed to providing all students opportunities to gain the confidence and ability to become successful, life-long learners. Students at Phoenix High School are required to take a year-long course called Personal Power. This course is designed to help students claim their self-esteem, identify their individual talents, create the internal motivation and drive to expand those talents, assume responsibility for themselves, and interact responsibly with others. Students develop special skills enabling them to internalize and use the abilities to claim self-esteem, act responsibly, relate effectively, solve problems, and set goals in all aspects of their lives. When a student graduates from Phoenix High School, he or she has learned the skills necessary to take control of the future both vocationally and personally. Courses do not meet the a-g requirements for admission to the University of California. Students who leave Technology High School to attend Phoenix High School and want to return to Technology High School to graduate are subject to meeting Technology High School entrance, course, and graduation requirements and space must be available prior to return.

Home/Hospital Instruction

Students who have been diagnosed with a long-term debilitating illness may apply for home study if their physician requests in writing that they be placed in the program. Students in Home/Hospital Instruction may have a teacher meet them at an agreed upon location for five (5) hours a week. Please contact the counselor for further information.

Independent Study (IS) Alternative Education Program

Independent Study is an alternative for students who are unable to attend any of the four district high schools due to special personal needs. Instruction is provided for the students for one (1) hour per week, with approximately 37 hours of school work coming under the supervision of the parent/guardian(s). Independent Study is not a program for students who are credit deficient or have attendance issues, and students may not miss more than three (3) independent study meetings with the teacher. Failure to keep 3 Independent Study appointments and/or to complete the assignments each week will result in the student’s being dropped from Independent Study to the comprehensive high school. Independent study courses do not meet the a-g requirements for admission to the University of California.

Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University Courses

High school students may enroll in courses at Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University for either high school or college credit while being concurrently enrolled at Technology High School. Students can obtain general information from the Technology High School counselor. Concurrent enrollment must be approved by the principal and counselor prior to the student enrolling in a college class. Some restrictions may apply. For example (since SRJC classes are non-California State Standards aligned), students will only receive elective credit for core content classes. Fees associated with college and university classes are the responsibility of the student.

Important College Information

Admission to Colleges and Universities

While completion of the requirements for high school graduation will allow admittance to a community college, it does not ensure entrance into all colleges, universities, trade schools, etc. Technology High School provides all of its students with every possibility to attend a college or university. All core classes in English, Math, Science, and Social Science are college preparatory classes. Additionally, the counselor works hard to assist students to schedule appropriate classes and plan a 4-year course of study that meets UC/CSU, private, and out-of-state university requirements. Please contact the counselor for more information on post-secondary opportunities.

College Preparation

Preparing for college requires planning. Please see your counselor.

Freshmen are encouraged to develop a four-year plan, knowing what courses are required for college entrance and successfully completing their coursework. Check UC’s a-g admissions requirements.

Sophomores and their families are encouraged to begin “college shopping”. It is beneficial to the student to narrow down choices and determine each school’s entrance requirements. Make sure students are “on target” with their goals. Sophomores should plan to take the PLAN in October.

Juniors need to prepare for entrance exams and narrow their college choices. Juniors are encouraged to buddy up with other students who have similar goals, study together and encourage on another through the process. Check the SAT and ACT exam schedules to be sure they are on target. Juniors should be preparing for and taking college readiness exams such as the PSAT, SAT Reasoning Test, SAT Subjects Test, ACT, as well as maintaining a high GPA and remaining in their college preparatory classes.

Seniors need to begin sending out applications and be aware of application deadlines. Give teachers, the counselor and principal enough time to complete letters of recommendation. Parents, please remember that the students are the ones making the decision. Guide, direct and be supportive as they work through the process. If you need further information, please contact the counselor. Sign up to take SAT or ACT exams during fall to raise scores. Remember financial aid deadlines and look for scholarship information.

University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) Admissions Requirements

Specific requirements include:

Subject Area (a-g)

Required

Recommended

History/Social Science

2 years

English

4 years

Mathematics

3 years

4 years

Laboratory Science

2 years

3 years (UC)

Language other than English

2 years

3 years (UC)

Visual and Performing Arts

1 year

College Preparatory UC Approved Elective Courses

1 year

More recommended

Sources for the information above:

http://pathstat1.ucop.edu/ag/a-g/

http://www.csumentor.edu/

For a full list of UC approved courses at Technology High School, please access: http://doorways.ucop.edu/list/

Fulfilling all of the minimum UC admission requirements does not guarantee school acceptance. To be considered eligible for UC admission a student with a GPA of 3.45+ must have a minimum total UC eligibility score on the SAT of 1858 for California residents. You must also have completed all a-g subjects with “C” or better grades. Applicants who are not California residents are ineligible for UC admission if they have a GPA below 3.4. Some students may be eligible for UC admission by examination alone. Students are encouraged to go the UC website to check for specific college entrance exam requirements for their individual 10th-11th grade GPA: www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/scholarshipreq

The CSU admissions requirements for freshmen have been aligned with the UC requirements listed above. However, the grade point average requirement for a CSU is lower than that of a UC.

California Community College Entrance Requirements

Generally, any student who is 18 years of age, or has a high school diploma or its equivalent, is eligible to enter a California community college. Assessment testing for proper placement is normally required. A student wishing to enter a community college outside his/ her district of residence should inquire about an inter-district agreement. For more information, please contact the Technology High School counselor.

Student Activities

Please note: Senior students during the 09-10 are the last class who are allowed to play interscholastic sports at Rancho Cotate High School.

Extra/Co-Curricular, Athletics: Definition (CRPUSD BP 6145)

For the purpose of this policy, extra curricular activity means a program that has all of the following characteristics:

a.The program is supervised or financed by the school district.

b.Students participating in the program represent the school district.

c.The program includes both preparation for performance and performance before a public audience.

d.The activity is not part of the regular curriculum, is not graded, does not offer credit and/or does not take place during classroom time.

For the purpose of scholastic eligibility, co-curricular activity means a program that may be associated with the curriculum in a regular classroom (Education Code 36150.5).

Examples of such extra-curricular/co-curricular activities/programs shall include but are not limited to the following:

1.All interscholastic athletics.

2.Instrumental music activities not included as part of the required program.

3.Pep squads, drill team.

4.Student government.

5.Class officers.

6.Club officers.

7.Drama activities not included as part of the required program.

8.Choral productions not included as part of the required program.

9.Competitive speech activities not included as part of the required program.

10.Out-of-class student newspaper presentations and competitions.

11.Out-of-class student yearbook, presentations and competitions.

12.Other performances or competitive groups, (i.e. robotics competitions)

Eligibility for Athletics and Activities (Extra/Co-Curricular): Attendance/Discipline

In order to participate in school sponsored after-school activities as well as co-curricular and extra curricular events, students need to be in good standing. Good standing means that the student has cleared all fines and does not owe more than 9 detentions. Students also need to have a valid, current school year student ID card and have been in attendance at school for all scheduled periods on the day of the activity, unless absent for the following reasons that have been pre-approved by administration: Medical appointments, attending funeral services of an immediate family member, or appearance in a court of law.

A parent may not excuse an athlete/competitor except for reasons stated above. Students leaving Technology High School may not attend any school activities during the current school year if they still owe 9 detentions or owe fines.

Extra Curricular and Co-Curricular Eligibility

Co-Curricular Code of Ethics - All students participating in activities sponsored by the school must meet certain standards. Specifically, the principal must certify that all students participating are good citizens. In addition, any student involved with drugs or alcohol during school hours/activities will immediately be removed from any extra- or co-curricular activity such as robotics, yearbook, or student leadership for 45 school days. With the permission of the principal, any co-curricular advisor or coach may impose rules in addition to these standards.

All students elected to student office or who represent their school in co-curricular activities shall have and maintain a 2.5 grade point average at each grading period. Grade point averages shall be checked at the end of each grading period. Eligibility shall be determined by the student’s 1st quarter, 1st semester, 3rd quarter, 2nd semester grades. Second semester grades will determine eligibility for the 1st quarter of the next school year.

ASB

The Associated Student Body (ASB) is the governing body for the students at Technology High School. The ASB sponsors dances and other activities at the school. The following are the offices represented:

President Vice President

Treasurer Secretary

School Board Representative Senior Class Representatives

Junior Class Representatives Sophomore Class Representatives

Freshman Class RepresentativesAdvisor

Community Meeting Master of Ceremonies

Attendance Requirements

In order to be eligible to participate in extra-curricular activities a student must be in school for a minimum of four periods the day of the activity. If the activity is scheduled for a holiday or weekend, the student must be in school for a minimum of four periods on the last day of required attendance prior to the event.

Clubs & Organizations

Involvement in extra-curricular activities assists students in their total development. Colleges, universities, vocational institutions and employers are searching for well-rounded students for their respective organizations. Join a club, become a member of the Associated Student Body (ASB), or become a community volunteer and make a difference.

The following is a partial list of Technology High School clubs and organizations:

ASB

Burrito Club

Dance Dance Revolution

Guitar

Interact

NHS (National Honor Society)

Robotics

Speech

Yearbook

Dances

Casual dances are for Technology High students only. All students must show a valid, current school year student ID card upon entering any dance. THS students may invite a guest to the Fall Dance and the Prom. A guest pass must be completed and approved one week prior to the dance. Guests may not be attending middle school and must be under 21 years of age. Freshman and sophomore students may only attend the prom as a guest of a junior or senior.

Concerts

All Technology High School students may attend a school-sponsored concert. All students must show a valid, current school year student ID card upon entering any dance. THS students may invite one guest to the school-sponsored concert. A guest pass must be completed and approved one week prior to the concert. Guests may not be attending middle school and must be under 21 years of age.

Guidelines for Student Behavior at Dances and Concerts

No one will be admitted without purchasing a ticket.

All students MUST present a valid, current school year student ID or they will not be allowed to enter the dance or concert.

All school rules apply at the dance or concert, even if a guest/student is not a minor.

You must arrive within the first hour to enter the dance or concert.

Students are not permitted to return to the dance or concert once they leave.

No guest will be allowed into the dance or concert without a completed and approved guest pass form. The completed guest pass form must be turned into the Technology High School office by designated date and time.

Illegal entry or attempted illegal entry into the dance or concert will result in the students’ removal from the dance or concert and possible disciplinary action.

Students will not be permitted to slam dance and/or dance in a sexual manner, such as freak dancing.

Students who dance in this manner will be immediately removed from the dance.

Sexually suggestive or provocative dancing with explicit sexual gestures, gyrations, and similar body maneuvers, motions, or actions will be cause for your immediate removal from the dance.

In the event that a guest behaves inappropriately and is asked to leave the dance or concert, the guest and the THS student forfeit their privileges to receive a guest pass for the reminder of the school year.

Students must prearrange transportation both to the dance or concert and immediately following the dance or concert.

All ticket sales are final. No refunds, no exceptions.

This notice is your warning. No warnings will be given at the dance or concert!

Good Standing

Students must be considered in “good standing” in order to attend any student body activities such as dances and concerts. Suspension at the time of the activity, detentions not served by deadline, book fines and monies owed to the school all mean the student is not in good standing.

Assemblies and Community Meetings

Assemblies and Community Meetings will be held throughout the school year to promote school spirit and pride. Students are expected to enter and exit the facility in an orderly fashion and behave appropriately. Students are to sit in their assigned areas.

For assemblies and community meetings to be a success, the following is necessary:

No class or group may display inappropriate language towards other class, group, or individual. School unity is an important goal of assemblies and community meetings.

Students should channel their energy into appropriate enthusiastic support of the presenter.

No objects may be thrown in the facility.

Students will defer to the instructions and corrections of all school staff and assigned parent volunteers.

Failure to comply with the above policies may result in suspension and/or cancellation of future assemblies and community meetings.

Student discipline rules are enforced at all assemblies and community meetings.

Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Activities

Extra-curricular and Co-curricular Activities – (CRPUSD BP 6145)

The Governing Board recognizes that extra-curricular and co-curricular activities enrich the educational and social development and experiences of students. The district shall encourage and support student participation in extra/co-curricular activities without compromising the integrity and purpose of the educational program.

Extra-curricular activities are those programs that have the following characteristics:

a.The program is supervised or financed by the school district.

b.Students participating in the program represent the school district.

c.Students exercise some degree of freedom in the selection, planning, or control of the program.

d.The program includes both preparation for performance and performance before an audience or spectators.

Extra-curricular activities are not part of the regular school curriculum, are not graded, do not offer credit, and do not take place during classroom time.

Co-curricular activities are those activities which meet the following criteria:

a.They are extensions of a regularly scheduled academic class.

b.Participation in the activity has an effect on the student’s grade and/or credit in that class.

Academic Eligibility Requirements

A student in order to be academically eligible to participate in extra-curricular activities, must have earned at least an overall 2.00 grade point average on a 4.00 grading scale for credits attempted in the previous grading period. The grade point average and determination of eligibility shall be based on quarter grades for the first and third quarter grading periods. For courses where students earn credits on a quarterly basis grades will be used to determine academic eligibility. Summer school grades may be averaged with grades from the preceding spring semester to improve the student’s overall grade point average.

Behavior and Citizenship Eligibility

A student, in order to be eligible must have demonstrated good citizenship and behavior during the previous quarter and must maintain those high standards throughout the grading period of participation. The Principal or his/her designee may revoke a student’s eligibility for participation in extra/co-curricular activities when a student’s poor citizenship is serious enough to warrant loss of this privilege. The Principal or his/her designee shall determine the duration of the revocation.

Attendance Requirements

In order to be eligible to participate in activities such as competitions, a student must be in school for a minimum of four periods the day of the activity. If the game or practice is scheduled for a holiday or weekend, the student must be in school for a minimum of four periods on the last day of required attendance prior to the event. NOTE: The principal or his designee may waive this requirement, but the absences must be for an acceptable reason. A waiver must be obtained prior to the absence.

Guidelines for Student Behavior at Competitions and other activities

Attendance at school-related activities is a privilege for Technology High School students. All school rules are in effect during the time of the event, including to and from the event. Students violating school policies are subject to removal from the activity/competition and future activities/competitions.

Information Technology Guidelines

Please note: The school and the district are not responsible for any electronic devices, such as cell phones, laptops and games that students bring to school that are lost, stolen or confiscated.

User Responsibilities

Students and staff are expected to maintain a professional approach to all actions performed in the classroom and while using the information system/network. The following serves as general guidelines and should not be considered all-inclusive. It's the staff expectation that students will make good choices while using the information systems at Technology High School.

General Guidelines

Workstations, network infrastructure, software and THS equipment are provided and to be used for educational purposes.

•Treat school property with respect

•Report any system problems your teacher

•Ask a staff member if you are not sure about the acceptability of a use

•All technology equipment is to remain where it was placed and connected

Workstation Guidelines

Users are not allowed to do the following unless given permission by the principal

Change the local configuration of the desktop including:

•Wallpaper or color of the desktop

•Screen Saver

•Mouse Settings

•Store and/or install files on local drive(s) including:

Freeware, shareware, public domain, or any other software

Music, video or games

Personal Files

•Use unauthorized programs installed on the local workstation

•Play games at any time at THS (including Java-based and web-based games)

•Play music CDs without headphones

•Use any logon and password other than your User Account

•Boot off a floppy disk, CD-ROM, or anything other than the computer's standard boot device

•Send computer to computer or computer to network messages(i.e. net send, instant messaging)

•Use the command prompt

•Change configuration files

Food and Drink

•Food and Drink may not be consumed next to or near the computer, keyboard and mouse.

Personal Laptops /data devices

•Permission for use in the building must be cleared by the principal.

•The THS Student Laptop Acceptable Use Policy must be completed and turned into the principal before student may use a personal laptop at THS.

Guidelines for Personal Laptops

•Current Up-to-date Virus Protection must be installed

•File Sharing programs must be disabled or uninstalled

•May only use installed applications that meet THS educational guidelines

Network Guidelines

The following are THS network violations:

•Printing personal documents

•Storing files of inappropriate content

•Storing executable files without permission from the principal

•Storing MP3s unrelated to school work, or without prior authorization

•Storing personal files on the network

•Changing permissions for network files

•Playing or streaming videos or music over the network or internet

•Intentionally bypassing the internet filter

•Using programs that are stored on a flash drive without the permission of the principal

•Impersonating another user in any manner (Including using their account)

•Sending messages with inappropriate content, profanity, or malicious intent

•Sending or forwarding impersonal messages (i.e. chain letters)

Participating in any of the following is prohibited and may result in recommended expulsion:

•Network-Hacking/Cracking

•Infiltrating computer system security for testing or troubleshooting without the

permission of the principal

•Accessing, modifying or tampering with information or files for which you do not have permissions

•Intentional introducing and/or distributing virus programs to workstations or servers

•Remotely controlling another workstation or server, other than your own,

without permission of the principal

•Possessing destructive or invasive programs

•Intentionally by-passing the CRPUSD District’s Content Filter

•Using a Proxy Server to by-pass without permissionof the principal

•Accessing inappropriate sites (i.e. pornographic content)

•Accessing non-educational sites during class time

•Participating in Chat rooms for non-school related purposes

•Using internet connection to download files for personal use

•Illegally copying software licensed to THS

•Installing software not licensed to THS

•Installing or running freeware/shareware applications

•Running non-THS software from a flash drive, CD player or other external device

•Connecting outside equipment (non-THS owned) without prior permission of the principal-Exceptions: USB mouse, flash drives, digital cameras

•Bringing and using personal laptops without prior permission

•Disconnecting any THS equipment for any reason, without permission

•Using e-mail, website, network equipment, or any other resource belonging to THS for personal commercial gain without staff approval

Dress Code/Grooming Guidelines

Students are expected to wear clothing which is appropriate and does not interfere with the learning environment. No student shall wear articles of clothing, jewelry, or accessories which, in the opinion of school administration, poses a disruption to the educational process or a threat to the physical well being and safety of the student or others. State law requires footwear to be worn at all times during school hours. The dress code is in effect while on school grounds, going or coming to school, during the lunch period whether on or off campus, or while going to or coming from a school sponsored activity.

Of special note:

•Clothing or adornment which advertises or otherwise promotes the consumption of drugs, alcohol, tobacco or tobacco products, or controlled substances is prohibited.

•Clothing or adornment which promotes harassment directed at a pupil or group of pupils or is sexually derogatory is prohibited.

• Clothing or articles of clothing that depict violent images and weapons are not permitted.

•No clothing or articles of clothing (including, but not limited to gloves, bandannas, shoestrings, wristbands, belts, jewelry) related to a group or gang, which may provoke others to acts of violence, shall be worn on campus or at any school activity. Current examples of articles of clothing or adornment which may be related to a group or gang are:

- belt buckles with initials, and red, blue or brown web belts

- belts hanging out of pants at an excessive length

- red, blue, or other colored shoe laces

- bandanas, wave caps, or hairnets of any type or color

- gloves, towels or other items hanging from pants pockets

- excessive clothing items of predominately one color;

- old English writing style on clothing or notebooks.

- wallet, chains, and other potentially dangerous jewelry.

• Excessive exposure of skin; i.e. midriff, halter/backless tops, and/or revealing shirts, shorts, or skirts (mini and/or slit) are inappropriate for school and are not permitted.

•Sagging pants are not acceptable.

A further analysis is provided below:

1. Pants, shorts, skirts:

•No underwear showing

•No “sagging pants”: waistband must not be below the hip bone

•Properly fastened bib overalls and pants

•No inappropriately “short shorts” or “short skirts”

2. Tops, shirts, blouses:

•No underwear showing

•No bare midriffs: tops must completely cover skin

•No low cut tops

•No “see-through” or fishnet fabrics

•No halter tops, tube tops, off the shoulder tops, spaghetti strap tops, or bra-like tops

3. Footwear:

•Shoes must be worn at all times

•No spike heels, house slippers, or “wheelies” are allowed

NOTE:Teachers may impose additional guidelines for special needs and safety.

Dress Code Prohibited Clothing Illustrations

Writing on Personal Belongings

No writing on clothing, hats, backpacks, or binders that is gang-affiliated, crude, vulgar, profane, sexually suggestive, racially, ethnically, or religiously intolerant, which promotes the use of drugs and alcohol, or which in the opinion of the Technology High School administration is disruptive to the learning environment, will be allowed. The same rules also apply to any writing on the skin.

Gang Apparel is Prohibited!

Jewelry, accessory, notebook or manner of grooming (including haircuts) which by virtue of its color, arrangement, trademark or any other attribute denotes membership in a gang or group is prohibited. No clothing or articles of clothing including but not limited to:

♣gloves

•bandanas

•shoestrings

•wristbands

•belts

•jewelry

Belt buckles with initials or red, blue, or brown web belts, belts hanging out of pants, red, blue or other colored shoelaces, bandanas of any type of color, either worn in hair or displayed in clothing, gloves, towels, suspenders or other items hanging from rear pants pockets or from belt, old English style writing on clothing or notebooks are prohibited. If a student is determined to have violated the dress code by wearing gang colors, he/she will be banned from wearing specific colors or any gang related apparel.

Technology High School Student Conduct Code

Disciplinary Violations and Consequences 2009-2010

The Technology High School staff knows that the vast majority of our students are considerate, well-behaved and responsible. The staff will make a consistent effort to notice, praise and reward these positive behaviors. Because all students are here to learn, all students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that neither distracts from nor disrupts the learning process and that supports the safety of all persons on campus. Each individual’s conduct should be in keeping with the rules and regulations of the school, the school district, and the laws of the state. While disciplinary violations are rare, the Student Conduct Code with Disciplinary Violations and Consequences is in place when intervention is needed. All school rules are enforceable on the way to school, leaving school, during school, at lunch time, during the period that school is in session when the student is truant from school, at school activities, to and from school activities on or off campus. The area of school supervision includes the Technology High School campus and the perimeter of campus. All school rules are also in effect at ALL SCHOOL events and activities. The Student Conduct Code provides an indication of the types of behavior violations and potential consequences that may occur. Please be aware that behavior consequences incurred at any of the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District schools are cumulative, regardless of the fact that they pertain to different offenses. Consequences and infractions incurred at one school will be carried out in any of the other Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District high schools in case of student transfer. Each student behavior as well as his/her academic record will follow the student if, and when, he/she changes schools in the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District.

EDUCATION CODE 48900

Subsection (a)(1) Caused, or attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person.

(2) Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self-defense.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Agitation

Inciting Violence

3-5 day suspension.

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Continuing to Engage in Combat

A student who continues to engage in combat and causes, attempts to cause, or threatens to cause harm after being directed to stop and/or being separated by school personnel.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Fighting

Mutual combat in which both parties have contributed to the situation by verbal and/or physical action: or when a fight has been provoked by one person.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Gang/Group Related Violence/Physical Injury to a Student

When a student causes, attempts to cause, or threatens to cause physical injury to another student as a part of any group or gang activity, the following shall result:

•Parent/guardian contact.

•5 day suspension and recommendation for an expulsion.

•Report to law enforcement agency

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Gang/Group Related Violence

When a student causes, attempts to cause, or threatens to cause physical injury to a classified or certificated staff member as part of any group or gang activity, the following shall result:

•Parent/guardian contact.

•5 day suspension and recommendation for an expulsion.

•Report to law enforcement agency

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Physical Injury

Physical injury to staff members including verbal threats to person, family or property.

•Parent/guardian contact.

•5 day suspension and recommendation for an expulsion.

•Report to law enforcement agency

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Third Party Engaging in Combat

A third party student who attempts or threatens to cause harm to one or all of the students involved in combat (fight).

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Five (5) day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Threats of Violence

Expression of an intention to harm

First and repeat offenses = Administrative decision:

•Counsel

•Detention

•Parent contact

•1-5 day suspension

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Unprovoked Attack

•5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

•Report to law enforcement agency.

Note: If a serious injury results from an act of physical violence, referral to an appropriate law enforcement agency for expulsion will occur.

Subsection (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.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Possession of Any Firearm, Knife, Explosive or other Dangerous Object.

Possession, use or sale of any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object of no reasonable use to the pupil.

5 day suspension from school and recommendation for expulsion, unless the principal determines and reports to the governing board that expulsion is inappropriate due to the particular circumstances in the incident.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Possession of Pepper Spray and/or Irritant of Any Kind

Confiscation and possible suspension from school

1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Use of Pepper Spray and/or Irritant of Any Kind

Subsection (c)

(Reference BP5114) 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.

Students are prohibited from using any drugs or consuming any alcohol or being under the influence of any drugs or alcohol or intoxicant of any kind while on school property, during school-sponsored activities and under school jurisdiction. Possession of drugs and/or alcohol or intoxicant of any kind, either actual or constructive, by students on school property, during school-sponsored activities, or under school jurisdiction is also expressly prohibited. Possession of drugs, alcohol or intoxicant of any kind includes, but is not limited to, actual physical possession or control of such substances, possession of such substances in a student’s car, locker, desk, backpack or other container or being in close proximity to such substances with the intent to use or possess such substances.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Alcohol

Unlawfully furnished, possessed, used, or been under the influence of alcohol.

3-5 day suspension, probation, and SCAYD referral.

5 day suspension, probation, and recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension, probation, and recommendation for expulsion

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Drugs

Unlawfully possessed, used, or been under the influence of any controlled substance (drugs).

5 day suspension, probation, and SCAYD referral.

5 day suspension, probation, and recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension, probation, and recommendation for expulsion

Conditions of Probation:

The conditions of probation shall include a forty-five (45) school day restriction from all social and extra-curricular activities. The student will not be permitted to participate, practice, or play in any extra/co-curricular activity. The student’s probationary period shall extend from one school year to the next when needed to complete the prescribed amount of social restriction. For example, if a student violated the Alcohol or Drug Code during the last week of school, he/she would be required to complete the social restriction the following regular school year. Counseling will also be a recommendation of the student’s probation.

Important Note to Seniors:

Any senior on Probation may NOT participate in any senior activity, including but not limited to, the following:

a.Graduation commencement exercises

b.Junior/Senior prom

c.Senior picnic

d.Awards ceremonies

e.Other senior activities

Note: Violations for drugs, alcohol and drug paraphernalia are cumulative throughout a student’s high school career. If a second offense occurs less than 12 months from the first offense, expulsion may be recommended.

Subsection (d)

(Reference BP5114)Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with section 11053) or 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.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Drug/Alcohol/

Intoxicant Sales

Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell or furnish any controlled substance (drugs), alcoholic beverages or intoxicants of any kind.

5 day suspension from school and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Represented (Look alike) Drug/Alcohol/ Intoxicant Sales

5 day suspension from school and recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (e)

(Reference BP5114)Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Robbery/Extortion

Theft of personal property accomplished by means of force or threat of force.

5 day suspension from school and recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (f)

(Reference BP5114)Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Property Damage/

Graffiti

Caused or attempted to cause damage to school or private property.

1-5 day suspension and/or detention /community service alternative to suspension, restitution, and possible recommendation for expulsion.

2-5 day suspension, restitution and recommendation for expulsion.

3-5 day suspension, restitution and recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension, restitution and recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (g)

(Reference BP5114)Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property.

Subsection (l)

(Reference BP5114)Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Theft

The taking of, or knowingly receiving, stolen school or private property without permission.

3-5 day suspension, restitution and possible recommendation for expulsion.

3-5 day suspension, restitution and recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension, restitution and recommendation for expulsion

Subsection (h)

(Reference BP5114 &

BP5131.6)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.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Tobacco

Student possession or use of tobacco on school premises or at school-sponsored events is a violation of law and School Board policy and is not permitted.

Parent/guardian contact; 1-5 day suspension. Referral to tobacco cessation classes.

1-5 day suspension. Referral to tobacco cessation classes.

Subsection (i)

(Reference BP5114)Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Pornography/ Vulgarity/Profanity/Obscene Acts

Possession of or displaying of pornography, language or gestures that are not publicly acceptable.

Parent/guardian notification and possible 1-5 day suspension.

1-5 day suspension.

2-5 day suspension.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Verbal Abuse

Student’s use of abusive language, profanity, or vulgarity.

1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Five (5) day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Verbal Abuse of Staff Member

Student’s use of abusive language, profanity, or vulgarity.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (j)

(Reference BP5114) Had unlawful possession of, or unlawfully offered, arranged or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia, as defined in Section 11014.5 of the Health and Safety Code.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Drug Paraphernalia

Unlawful possession of or unlawfully offered, arranged or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia.

3-5 day suspension.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (k)

(Reference BP5114)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.

Note: Students may be suspended from school when they have willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators, school officials or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Academic Dishonesty/Personal Integrity

(See Academic Policies section of the Student Handbook).

“Zero” on work submitted; Parent contact; Detention; Possible suspension from class.

“Zero” on work submitted; Student to receive F for quarter. Parent contact. Conference with student, teacher, counselor. Possible 1-5 day suspension .

“Zero” on work submitted; Student to receive F for quarter. Parent contact. Conference with student, teacher, counselor. 1-5 day suspension .

3-5 day suspension. Possible recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Bicycles

Bicycles shall be ridden responsibly. Bikes must be locked with a secure mechanism.

Warning and/or detention

Parent contact. 1-5 day suspension.

Suspend riding/parking on campus for five school days.

Suspend riding/parking on campus from five (5) to twenty (20) school days. 3-5 day suspension.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Closed Campus Policy

Consequences for exiting campus without a valid pass.

Warning. Parent contact. Detention.

Parent contact. Detention.

Parent contact and 1-5 day suspension.

Parent contact and 2-5 day suspension.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Defiance of Authority

Refusal to follow school rules and regulations or take directions from a staff member, security, or other responsible adult.

Administrative decision which would include one or more of the following:

•Detention

•Parent contact

•1-5 day suspension

1-5 day suspension.

1-5 day suspension from school and possible recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Disruptive Devices

Any student who possesses and/or throws any disruptive objects such as eggs, tortillas, other foods, water balloons, poppers, silly string, shaving cream, matches, lighters, etc.

1-5 day suspension or detention alternative to suspension, restitution and possible recommendation for expulsion.

2-5 day suspension, restitution, and possible recommendation for expulsion.

3-5 day suspension, restitution, and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension, restitution, and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Dress Code

Parents are responsible for sending their child to school dressed in a fashion which does not distract from the instructional process. Students are expected to dress within the guidelines outlined in the Student Handbook.

*Note: Bandannas are prohibited at all times.

Warning/change clothes and/or detention

Warning/change clothes and/or detention.

Change clothes; 1-5 day suspension from school.

1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Explosives

Maliciously informing any other person that a bomb or other explosive has been or will be placed, knowing that such information is false.

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion. In addition, the principal shall report the incident to the police department for appropriate legal action. (Per Penal Code 141.1: “Any person who maliciously informs any other person that a bomb or other explosive has been or will be placed in any public or private place, knowing that such information is false, is guilty of a felony and may be incarcerated in a state prison or the county jail for up to one year.”)

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Fire Alarms

Tampering with a fire alarm or giving false alarms.

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion. In addition, the principal shall report the incident to the police department for appropriate legal action. (Per Penal Code 148.4: “Any person who tampers with a fire alarm or gives false alarms, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in the county jail and/or a $1,000.00 fine.”

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Forged I.D. Card: Forged Off Campus Pass

Any document, note, ID card or Off Campus pass that is altered, loaned, contains false information, has a forged signature or picture or has not been officially issued.

Detention

1-5 day suspension from school.

1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Gambling

The playing of a game of chance for stakes.

Parent contact. Possible detention.

1-5 day suspension.

2-5 day suspension.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Gang Symbols

When a student wears or carries any apparel, jewelry, accessory, notebook, or makes gestures that symbolize gang membership.

Parent contact. Possible detention.

Student sent home to change clothes or provided with alternative clothing. Confiscation of gang-related jewelry, accessory, notebook, etc.

Parent contact.

Detention or 1-5 day suspension. Report to law enforcement agency.

Parent contact.

2-5 day suspension. Report to law enforcement agency.

Parent contact.

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion. Report to law enforcement agency.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Identify Oneself to a School Employee (failure to)

Detention; possible 1-5 days suspension.

1-5 day suspension.

3-5 day suspension.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Identification (School)

Students shall carry their I.D. card while attending school and all school-sponsored activities.

Warning and parent contact.

Parent contact. Detention.

1-5 day suspension.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Impedance of Directives

A student, who obstructs, delays, impedes or fails to follow the directives of school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.

Warning. Detention and/or 1-5 day suspension.

1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

1-5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Inappropriate Symbols

Wearing or carrying any apparel, jewelry, accessory or notebook with crude or vulgar lettering, printing pictures, symbols that depict drugs, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, or are sexually suggestive, or hate symbols.

Student sent home to change clothes or provided with alternative clothing. Confiscation of jewelry, accessory, notebook, etc.

Parent contact. Detention. and/or 1-5 day suspension.

1-5 day suspension.

5 day suspension.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Out of Class

Without permission.

Warning. Detention

Detention

1-5 day suspension.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Electronic Devices

Electronic devices including, but not limited to, radios, pagers, cellular phones, laser pointers, CD players, and tape recorders, are NOT allowed to be used or seen on campus except during break and lunch (not including passing periods) unless authorized by the school administration. Student found in violation of the school rule will be disciplined as outlined in the discipline code/consequences grid. See Academic Policies section in Student Handbook for more information.

Unit confiscated by school personnel and returned to the owner at the close of the school day. Parent contact

Unit confiscated and parents must contact the principal for pick-up.

Unit confiscated; parent contact and parent pick-up; 1 day suspension.

2-5 day suspension from school.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Skateboards/

Rollerblades

Skateboards/ rollerblades are not permitted to be ridden at/in THS at any time. (They may be used to and from campus)

Warning; unit confiscated and returned to student after school; Parent contact.

Warning; unit confiscated and returned to parent

Warning; unit confiscated and returned after nine (9) weeks

1-5 day suspension from school

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Violation of Suspension

Physically present on the school campus at any time, in the immediate vicinity of school premises, or at a school - sponsored activity while suspended from school.

Note: Per Penal Code 626.2: “No student can be on campus during suspension.”

1-5 day

suspension

2-5 day suspension

3-5 day suspension

3-5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Water Guns, Toy Guns, Laser Pointers

Water guns, toy guns, and laser pointers are not permitted at any time.

Unit confiscated. Possible 1-5 day suspension or possible recommendation for expulsion.

Unit confiscated for the duration of the school year and 1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Unit confiscated for the duration of the school year and 2-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Unit confiscated for the duration of the school year and 3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Computer Usage

*Any use of computers in violation of the District Acceptable Use Agreement. See Information Technology Policies section in Student Handbook for more information.

Parent contact. Detention or 1-5 day suspension. Loss of computer privileges.

1-5 day suspension from school. Loss of computer privileges.

2-5 day suspension from school. Loss of computer privileges.

*As per the District Acceptable Use Agreement, cancellation of user privileges will be at the discretion of the staff after application of due process.

Please note: Students are prohibited from audio or videotaping in any classroom without the prior consent of the teacher and principal. Student found in violation of the school rule will be disciplined as outlined in the discipline code/consequences grid. Ed Code 51512

Please note: The school and the district are not responsible for any electronic devices, such as cell phones, laptops and games, that students bring to school that are lost, stolen or confiscated.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Inappropriate Displays of Affection

Physical, verbal, or written contact between students that is not appropriate for public places

Warning, parent contact, detention or 1-5 day suspension.

Parent contact; 1-5 day suspension.

Parent contact; 2-5 day suspension.

Subsection (m)

(Reference BP5114Possessed 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.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Look-Alike Guns

Look-alike guns are not permitted on campus at any time.

Unit confiscated and possible 1-5 day suspension.

Unit confiscated for the remainder of the school year and 1-5 day suspension.

Unit confiscated for the remainder of the school year, 2-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Unit confiscated for the reminder of the school year and 3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (n)

(Reference BP5114)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.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Sexual Assault

Parent contact. 5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion. Report to a law enforcement agency.

Subsection (o)

(Reference BP5114)Harassed, threatened, or intimated 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.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Witness Intimidation

Administrative decision may include the following: Parent contact, Detention, 1-5 days suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (p)

(Reference BP5114)Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription drug Soma.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Sale of Soma

Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell or furnish the prescription drug Soma.

5 day suspension from school and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (q)

(Reference BP5114)Engaged in, or attempted to engage in, hazing as defined in Section 32050

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Hazing

Initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization or student body or any pastime or amusement engaged in with respect to these organizations which causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any other person.

1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (r)

(Reference BP5114)Engaged in an act of bullying, including, but not limited to, bullying committed by means of an electronic act, as defined in subdivisions (f) and (g) of Section 32261, directed specifically toward a pupil or school personnel.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Bullying

Bullying, including electronically, directed toward a student or staff member

1-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion

5 day suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Subsection (t)

(Reference BP5114)A pupil who aids or abets, as defined in Section 31 of the Penal Code, the infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury to another person may suffer suspension, but not expulsion, pursuant to this section, except that a pupil who has been adjudged by a juvenile court to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical violence in which the victim suffered great bodily injury or serious bodily injury shall be subject to discipline pursuant to subdivision (a).

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Aids and abets

Aids or abets the infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury to another person.

5 day suspension from school and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Education Code 48900.2Sexual Harassment: A substantiated charge against a student shall subject that student to disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Sexual Harassment

Conduct described in Education Code Section 212.5 to be sufficiently severe or pervasive to have a negative impact upon the individual’s academic performance or to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment.

Administrative decision to include one of the following: Parent contact, 1-5 day suspension or possible recommendation for expulsion.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Education Code 48900.3Hate Violence: A substantiated charge against a student shall subject that student to disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Hate Violence

Caused, attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of, hate violence, as defined in subdivision (e) of Education Code Section 233.

Administrative decision to include one of the following: Parent contact, 1-5 day suspension or possible recommendation for expulsion.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Education Code 48900.4Intimidation: A substantiated charge against a student shall subject that student to disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or expulsion.

First Offense

Second Offense

Third Offense

Maximum

Intimidation

Intentionally engaged in harassment, threats, or intimidation, directed against school district personnel or pupils, that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have the actual and reasonably expected effect of materially disrupting class work, creating substantial disorder and invading the rights of either school personnel or pupils by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment.

Administrative decision to include one of the following: Parent contact, 1-5 day suspension or possible recommendation for expulsion.

3-5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

5 day suspension and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Education Code 48900.7Terroristic threat: A substantiated charge against a student shall subject that student to disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or expulsion.

First Offense ---- Second Offense ----Third Offense ---- Maximum

Terroristic threat

Any statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or property damage in excess of $1,000, with the specific intent that the statement is to be taken as a threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it out, which, on its face and under the circumstances in which it is made, is so unequivocal, unconditional, immediate and specific as to convey to the person threatened, a gravity of purpose and an immediate prospect of execution of the threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to be sustained fear for his or her own safety or for his or her immediate family’s safety, of for the protection of school district property, or the personal property of the person threatened or his or her immediate family.

5 day suspension from school and possible recommendation for expulsion.

Guidelines for Positive Communication For All Students and Staff

1.Address the subject or issue being discussed, thereby avoiding personal attacks against individuals or any groups. *

2.Discussions should educate and illuminate rather than inflame passions that could create a hostile school environment.

3.Any and all printed material that is meant for distribution anywhere on campus will need to conform to the above guidelines.**

(BP 5145.2(a) and BP 5145.2(b)).

4.All speech will be in accordance with the discipline grid posted in classrooms and with the behavior guidelines described in the student handbook.

Modeling Positive Communication

1.All students and staff will model the positive communication guidelines.

2.Any communication that does not model the guidelines will be stopped and redirected by the appropriate staff member.

3.Individuals whose speech violates the discipline grid, communication guidelines, or board policy, after redirection as described above, will be referred to an administrator.

*Groups include, but are not limited to; racial or ethnic, religious, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation.

**Per Education Code 48970, nothing may be distributed that is libelous, obscene, or that creates a material disruption of the campus environment.

Parent Communication and Involvement

Our goal is to have informed involved parents. To support this goal, we will continue to provide you updated information through email and the school website.

There are numerous opportunities for parents to be actively involved at Technology High School

Some of the parent organizations are:

•Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)

•School Site Council

•THS Graduation Committee

•Project Graduation

•Robotics Parents Group

Other ways to help:

•Serve as a chaperone at a school activity or event

•Drive students on a local field trip

•Contribute time and expertise on a project

•Serve as an Exhibition Night judge

•Encourage your child to do his/her personal best

BP 6163.4

STUDENT USE OF TECHNOLOGY

The Governing Board recognizes that technology provides ways to access the most current and extensive sources of information. Technology also enables students to practice skills and to develop reasoning and problem solving abilities. In addition, electronic resources foster workplace skills that may be transferable to new technologies. The Governing Board intends that technological resources provided by the district be used in a responsible manner in support of the instructional program and for the advancement of student learning. Every effort shall be made to provide equal access to technology throughout the district’s schools.

The Superintendent or designee shall notify students and parents/guardians about authorized uses of district computers and consequences for unauthorized use and/or unlawful activities.

The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that all district computers with Internet access have a technology protection measure by September 1, 2002 that blocks or filters Internet access to visual depictions that are obscene, pornographic, or harmful to minors, and that the operation of such measures is enforced. Staff and students may not disable the district’s filtering software at any time when students are using the Internet system if such disabling will cease to protect against access to inappropriate materials. Authorized staff may temporarily or permanently unblock access to sites containing appropriate material if the filtering software has inappropriately blocked access to such sites.

The Board desires to protect students from harmful matter on the Internet or other on-line services. The Superintendent or designee shall implement rules and procedures designed to restrict students’ access to harmful or inappropriate matter on the Internet. He/she also shall establish regulations to address the safety and security of students when using electronic mail, chat rooms, and other forms of direct electronic communication. He/she shall ensure that users have no expectation of privacy and understand the district staff may monitor or examine system activities to ensure proper use of the system.

Staff shall closely supervise students while using on-line services and may ask instructional assistants and student assistants to assist in this supervision.

Disclosure, use and dissemination of personal identification information regarding students are prohibited.

Before using on-line services, the student and his/her guardian shall sign the district’s Acceptable Use Agreement specifying user obligations and responsibilities. In that agreement, the student and his/her parent/guardian shall agree to not hold the district responsible and shall agree to indemnify and hold harmless the district and all district personnel for the failure of any technology protection measures, violations of copyright restrictions, users’ mistakes or negligence, or any costs incurred by users.

In order to help ensure that the district adapts to changing technologies and circumstances, the Superintendent or designee shall regularly review this policy, the accompanying administrative regulation, and other procedures. He/she shall also monitor the district’s filtering software to help ensure its effectiveness.

Legal Reference:

EDUCATION CODE:

48980Required notification at beginning of term

51006Computer education and resources

51007Programs to strengthen technological skills

51870-51874Education Technology

51870.5Student Internet access

60044Prohibited instructional materials

Policy Adopted: February 20, 1996Cotati-Rohnert Park

Policy Revised: October 9, 2001; 6/8/04Unified School District

AR 6163.4

STUDENT USE OF TECHNOLOGY

The principal or designee shall oversee the maintenance of each school’s technological resources and may establish guidelines and limits on their use. He/she shall ensure that all students using these resources receive training in their proper use as well as copies of related district policies and regulations.

At the beginning of each school year, parents/guardians shall receive a copy of the district’s policy and administrative regulation regarding access by students to the Internet and on-line sites.

On-Line Services: User Obligations and Responsibilities

Students are authorized to use district equipment to access the Internet or on-line services in accordance with user obligations and responsibilities specified below and in accordance with Governing Board policy and the district’s Acceptable Use Agreement.

1.The student, in whose name an on-line services account is issued, is responsible for its proper use at all times. Students shall keep personal account numbers, home addresses, and telephone numbers private. Students shall use the system only under their own account number.

2.Students shall use the district’s system responsibly and primarily for educational purposes. The District reserves the right to monitor any on-line communications for improper use. Electronic communications and downloaded material, including files deleted from a user’s account, may be monitored or read by district officials to ensure proper use of the system.

3.Students shall not access, post, submit, publish or display harmful or inappropriate matter that is threatening, obscene, disruptive or sexually explicit, or that could be construed as harassment or disparagement of others based on their race/ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion or political beliefs. This applies to all forms of speech communicated and accessed through the district Internet system, including all e-mail, instant messages, Web pages, and Web logs.

Obscene matter includes matter, taken as a whole, which to the average person, applying contemporary statewide standards, appeals to the prurient interest and is matter which depicts or describes in a patently offensive way sexual conduct and which lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value for minors.

4.Students shall not disclose, use or disseminate personal identification information about themselves or others when using electronic mail, chat rooms, or other forms of direct electronic communication. Students are also cautioned not to disclose such information by other means to individuals located through the Internet without the permission of their parents/guardians.

Personal information includes the student’s name, address, telephone number, Social Security number, or other individually identifiable information.

5.Students shall not post pictures of themselves or others to the Internet.

6.Students shall not use the system to encourage the use of drugs, alcohol or tobacco, nor shall they promote unethical practices or any activity prohibited by law or Board policy.

7.Copyrighted material shall not be placed on the system without the author’s permission. Students may download copyrighted material for their own use only.

8.Students shall not intentionally upload, download, or create computer viruses and/or maliciously attempt to harm or destroy district equipment or materials or manipulate the data of any user, including so-called “hacking.”

9.Students shall not read other users’ electronic mail or files; they shall not attempt to interfere with other users’ ability to send or receive electronic mail, nor shall they attempt to delete, copy, modify or forge other users’ mail.

10.Students shall not send obscene, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, inflammatory, threatening, or disrespectful messages.

11.Students shall not post information that could cause damage, danger, or disruption, or engage in personal attacks, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks.

12.Students shall not intimidate, bully, harass, or embarrass another person, or knowingly or recklessly post false or defamatory information about a person or organization. Students who use the Internet or other communication device to intimidate, bully, harass or embarrass other students or staff members, either on school grounds or who engage in such activity off campus and create a material disruption of school operations shall be subject to school disciplinary action.

13. Students are expected to keep messages brief and use appropriate language.

14. Students shall report any security problem or misuse of the services to the teacher or principal.

15.Students’ home and personal Internet use can have an impact on the school and on other students. If students’ personal Internet expression – such as a threatening message to another student or a violent Web site – creates a likelihood of material disruption of the school’s operations, students shall be subject to school disciplinary action.

In the event of a claim that a student has violated this policy, the principal or designee shall follow established District disciplinary procedures in making a determination if the student has violated Board Policy or the District’s Acceptable Use Agreement.

Inappropriate use shall result in a cancellation of the student’s user privileges, disciplinary action and/or legal action in accordance with law and Board policy.

Regulation adopted: February 20, 1996Cotati-Rohnert Park

Regulation revised: October 9, 2001; 6/8/04Unified School District

EXHIBIT A

PART ONE

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR

COTATI-ROHNERT PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

USE OF INTERNET CLASSROOM

AND LIBRARY ACCOUNTS

Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District provides EDUCATIONAL INTERNET USE in the library and classrooms.

INTERNET access is available through the District and is an association of computer networks, including networks of governmental agencies and national, state and local organizations. The smooth operation of the network relies upon the proper conduct of the end users who must adhere to strict guidelines established by the INTERNET. These guidelines are provided so that you are aware of your child's responsibilities in using the network.

Acceptable Use: INTERNET USE must be in support of education and research consistent with the educational objectives of Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District. Use of other organizations' network or computing resources must comply with the rules appropriate for that network and for the District.

Unacceptable Use: Transmission of any material in violation of any federal or state regulation or District policy or regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening, harassing, disruptive, sexually explicit, discriminatory, prejudicial, defamatory or obscene material, or material protected by trade secret. E-mail messages or postings that are obscene, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, inflammatory, threatening, or disrespectful are prohibited. Postings of information that could cause damage, danger, or disruption are prohibited. Personal attacks, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks, are prohibited. Dissemination of personal identification information about oneself or another is prohibited. Use for commercial activities, product advertising or political lobbying is prohibited. Any transmission or reception of pornographic material as defined by applicable federal and state law is expressly prohibited and will result in the cancellation of the account.

Privileges: The use of INTERNET is a privilege, and unacceptable use will result in a cancellation of those privileges.

Network Etiquette: Users are expected to abide by generally accepted rules. These include but are not limited to the following:

a)Be polite

b)Use appropriate language

c)Do not reveal personal addresses or phone numbers or those of others

d)Electronic mail (e-mail) is not guaranteed to be private. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities.

e)Do not use the network in such a way that disrupts the use by others

f)All communications and information accessible via the network should be assumed to be private property

Students will also be required to comply with any rules established by the District for use of this service. The District makes no guarantee of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing.

Security on any computer is a high priority. All problems must be reported. Do not use any access without permission.

Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges. Vandalism includes any malicious attempt to harm or destroy the data of another user.

EXHIBIT B

PART TWO

CONTRACT AGREEMENT FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS

OF COTATI-ROHNERT PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

FOR INTERNET USE

Directions: After reading the Terms and Conditions, please read and fill out the appropriate portions of the following contract completely and legibly. The signature of both the student and a parent or guardian is required. Please return the contract to your teacher as well. Any questions should be addressed to your teacher as well. Failure to have this contract properly executed and returned to the teacher will result in denial of INTERNET access.

STUDENT CONTRACT

I have read the Terms and Conditions and understand and will abide by these Terms and Conditions. I further understand that violation of the Terms and Conditions may constitute a criminal offense, and may result in revocation of my access privileges, school disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal action against me.

Student name (please print): _______________________________________________

Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ____________________

PARENT OR GUARDIAN

(If the applicant is under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must also read and sign this agreement.) As the parent or guardian of this student I have read the Terms and Conditions. I understand that this access is designed for educational purposes and that Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District has taken reasonable precautions to eliminate access to controversial materials and I will not hold them responsible for materials acquired by my child on the network. I hereby give permission for my child to have access to the school Internet account and certify that the information contained on this form is correct.

Parent/Guardian (Please print): _____________________________________________

Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___________________

BP 5145.7

Students

Sexual Harassment

The Governing Board shall not tolerate the sexual harassment of any student by any other student, staff member, or third party doing business with the District. The district shall take action with regard to any student found guilty of engaging in sexual harassment. Such action may include discipline and/or counseling.

The Board recognizes that sexual harassment is unlawful and can cause embarrassment, feelings of powerlessness, loss of self-confidence, reduced ability to perform schoolwork, and increased absenteeism or tardiness.

The Board requires students or staff to immediately report incidences of sexual harassment to the principal or designee. The Principal or designee shall promptly and thoroughly investigate each complaint of sexual harassment in accordance with the District’s sexual harassment complaint procedures. In no case shall the student be required to resolve the complaint directly with the offending person.

To promote an environment free of sexual harassment, the principal or designee shall take appropriate actions such as removing vulgar or offending graffiti, establishing site rules, and providing staff in-service or student instruction and counseling. Teachers shall discuss this policy with their students in age-appropriate ways and shall assure them that they need not endure any form of sexual harassment.

Legal Reference: Education Code

212.5Sexual harassment

230Particular practices prohibited

48900.2Additional grounds for suspension or expulsion: Sexual harassment

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Policy Adopted: May 4, 1993

Policy Revised:September 8, 1998COTATI-ROHNERT PARK

March 9, 1999UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

AR 5145.7

Students

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

As defined by Education Code Section 212.5, “Sexual harassment” means unwelcome sexual conduct including advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature, made by someone from or in the work or educational setting, under any of the following conditions.

1. Submission to the conduct is explicitly or implicitly made a term or a condition of an individual’s employment, academic status, or progress.

2.Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct by the individual is used as the basis of employment or academic decisions affecting the individual.

3.The conduct has the purpose or effect of having a negative impact upon the individual’s work or academic performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or educational environment.

4.Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct by the individual is used as the basis for any decision affecting the individual regarding benefits and services, honors, programs, or activities available at or through the educational instruction.”

Sexual harassment may occur as a pattern of degrading sexual speech or actions ranging from verbal or physical annoyances or distractions to deliberate intimidations and frank threats or sexual demands. Examples of conduct which are inappropriate in the academic environment and which may also constitute sexual harassment include but are not limited to:

1.Unwelcome sexual flirtations or propositions. Continuing to express sexual interest after being informed that the interest is unwelcome. (Reciprocal attraction, among peers, is not considered sexual harassment.)

2.Verbal abuse of a sexual nature.

3.Graphic verbal comments about an individual’s body, sexuality, or sexual conduct.

4.Suggestive or obscene letters, notes, invitations, derogatory comments, slurs, jokes, epithets, assault, touching impeding or blocking movement, leering, gestures, display of sexually suggestive objects or pictures, or cartoons, or use of sexually degrading words to describe an individual.

5.Display of sexually suggestive objects or pictures in the educational environment which are not part of the curriculum or which are offered outside of the classroom out of the context of the curriculum.

Any expression of sexual interest between adults and students, regardless of reciprocity is considered inappropriate and shall be subject to discipline under applicable state law.

Confidentiality

A complaint and the results of the investigation shall be confidential to the extent reasonably possible under the investigation process. The complainant will be informed of this by the administrator receiving and/or investigating the complaint. Witnesses and those interviewed shall be informed of the confidential nature of the issues and the investigation. The alleged harasser will also be informed as to the confidential nature of the procedure. All parties shall be informed that it will be a violation of this policy to disclose the complaint or the nature of the investigation to others and that anyone violating confidentiality by disclosing the nature of the allegation or the investigation to others shall be subject to disciplinary action.

Retaliation

The initiation of a complaint of sexual harassment, will not cause any reflection on the complainant or witnesses nor will it affect such persons’ future business dealings with the District, his or her employment, compensation or work assignments, or, in the case of students, grades, class section or other matters pertaining to his or her status as a student of any District program. It shall be a violation of this policy to engage in such retaliation. An allegation of retaliation shall be considered as a separate incident, shall be investigated, and shall be subject to disciplinary action as defined in this policy.

Complaint Procedures

A.Informal Resolution

Students who feel aggrieved because of conduct that may constitute sexual harassment are encouraged, but not required, directly to inform the person engaging in such conduct that such conduct is offensive and must stop.

B.Formal complaints

If an aggrieved student is unable to communicate directly with the person whose conduct is offensive, or if direct communication has been unavailing, the aggrieved student may file a complaint with the site principal or designee. If the complaint involves the Principal or Assistant Principal, the student shall communicate the complaint to the Deputy Superintendent.

Administrative Review and Procedures

A.Complaints – General Provisions

1.A principal or assistant principal who receives a verbal complaint of sexual harassment shall provide the student with a copy of the District’s sexual harassment policy and procedures. Any non-administrative staff member who receives a verbal complaint of sexual harassment shall promptly inform the school site principal of the complaint.

2.Filing

Complaints shall be filed with the site principal or designee as set forth above. Verbal complaints shall be committed to writing by the principal/designee receiving the complaint. If it appears that the student is unable to prepare a written report without assistance, the principal or designee shall assist the student in the preparation of the complaint.

In the case of the minor, the principal or designee should consider whether a child abuse report should be completed.

3.Contents of Complaint

The complaint shall identify the offending person or persons; include reference to specific examples of offensive conduct, identify the remedy sought; and describe the informal efforts, if any, made to correct the situation.

4.Review and Disclosure of Complaint

The Principal or designee shall review the complaint and, as soon as reasonably possible after receipt of the complaint, the individual who is accused of sexual harassment should be informed of the contents of the communication.

If the individual accused of sexual harassment is a district staff member or a third party doing business with the district, the Principal or designee shall refer the complaint to the Deputy Superintendent who will conduct an investigation pursuant to Board Policies 4119.11 and 4219.11.

5.Time Limits

A complaint shall be filed as soon as reasonably possible after the conduct in question has arisen.

6.Investigation

As soon as the Principal learns of a complaint, he/she shall investigate the complaint thoroughly, promptly and in a confidential manner.

The person conducting the investigation shall speak to all individuals reasonably believed to have relevant information, including, but not limited to, the student and the alleged offender, any witnesses to the conduct, and other victims of similar conduct whom the investigator reasonably believes may exist.

The investigation shall be conducted discreetly, maintaining the confidentiality of the student and the alleged offender insofar as confidentiality is consistent with a thorough investigation and appropriate disposition of the matter. The person conducting the investigation shall advise all individuals whom he/she contacts in connection with the investigation of the confidential nature of the complaint and the investigation.

The investigation and written report shall be completed as soon as possible and shall be provided to the complainant and the alleged offender.

Any student report of assault and/or physical battery that is gender based or sexual in nature shall be reported to the police for investigation.

B.Corrective Action

Upon completion of the investigation of the complaint the Principal shall determine whether the harassment occurred and what corrective action is appropriate. Corrective action may include counseling, warning, or the initiation of disciplinary procedures against the student. The determination shall be in writing and shall be issued to the student and the alleged offender within 20 school days from the date of the original formal complaint. A pupil in grades 4 through 12 may be suspended from school or recommended for expulsion if the superintendent or the principal of the school in which the pupil is enrolled determines that the pupil has committed sexual harassment as defined above.

C.Appeal Procedures

All determinations made under this procedure may be appealed by student or the alleged offender to the Deputy Superintendent. The appeal shall be filed in writing with the Deputy Superintendent within 10 school days of issuance of the determination in Section B above. The Deputy Superintendent shall issue a decision, which is final, within 15 school days.

Notification

All students will be notified annually of this policy and of the process through which complaints of sexual harassment will be handled, as well as the potential consequences of sexual harassment.

Administrative Regulations

The Superintendent shall adopt, and from time to time may revise, further procedures as may be necessary to implement this policy and provide for a means of enforcing this policy. Such further procedures may include the following: posting and other means of distributing this policy; a process under which complaints of sexual harassment will be handled; and an explanation of possible civil proceedings and potential legal consequences of sexual harassment. The Superintendent may initiate training and education programs to enable all persons, and in particular, supervisors to better understand the problem of sexual harassment.

In addition, the Superintendent shall designate appropriate employees to enforce or administer this policy within the District.

Filing Complaints with State and Federal Agencies

This policy is intended to supplement, and not replace, any applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Formal complaints under those laws and regulations shall be processed through the procedures established by applicable state and federal agencies.

Civil law remedies may also be available to persons filing complaints under this procedure. Anyone desiring to pursue civil law remedies should consider consulting an attorney and/or sources of assistance including:

Office for Civil Rights

San Francisco Office

50 Beale Street, Suite 7200

San Francisco, CA 94105

Telephone: (415) 486-5555

Fax: (415) 486-5570

The Sonoma County Lawyer Referral Service (707) 546-5297 may be able to provide the names of attorneys who practice in the area.

Special Assistance

It is expected that questions may arise concerning the interpretation of the prohibition against sexual harassment, the methods and procedures to be followed in the investigation of complaints, and the appropriateness of specific solutions in disposition of complaints. For assistance in these matters, an aggrieved person may contact the Deputy Superintendent.

Regulation Adopted: May 4, 1993

Regulation Revised:January 7, 1997

September 8, 1998

March 9, 1999 COTATI-ROHNERT PARK

November 15, 2005UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

BP 1312.3

Community Relations

UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

The Governing Board recognizes that the district is responsible for complying with applicable state and federal laws and regulations governing educational programs. The district shall investigate complaints alleging failure to comply with such laws and/or alleging discrimination and shall seek to resolve those complaints in accordance with the district’s uniform complaint procedures.

The district shall follow uniform complaint procedures when addressing complaints alleging unlawful discrimination against any protected group as identified under Education Code 200 and 220 and Government Code 11135, including actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, or mental or physical disability, or age, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in any district program or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. Uniform complaint procedures shall also be used when addressing complaints alleging failure to comply with state and/or federal laws in adult education, consolidated categorical aid programs, migrant education, career technical and technical education and career technical and technical training programs, child care and development programs, child nutrition programs, special education programs and in the adoption of school safety plans.

Complaints related to sufficiency of textbooks or instructional materials, emergency or urgent facilities conditions that pose a threat to the health or safety of students or staff, and teacher vacancies and misassignments shall be investigated pursuant to the district’s Williams uniform complaint procedure.

The Board encourages the early, informal resolution of complaints at the site level whenever possible.

The Board acknowledges and respects student and employee rights to privacy. Discrimination complaints shall be investigated in a manner that protects the confidentiality of the parties and the facts. This includes keeping the identity of the complainant confidential except to the extent necessary to carry out the investigation or proceedings, as determined by the Superintendent or designee on a case-by-case basis.

The Board prohibits retaliation in any form for the participation in complaint procedures, including but not limited to the filing of a complaint or the reporting of instances of discrimination. Such participation shall not in any way affect the status, grades or work assignments of the complainant.

The Board recognizes that a neutral mediator can often suggest a compromise that is agreeable to all parties in a dispute. In accordance with uniform complaint procedures, whenever all parties to a complaint agree to try resolving their problem through mediation, the Superintendent or designee shall initiate a mediation. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that mediation results are consistent with state and federal laws and regulations.

Legal Reference:EDUCATION CODE

200-262.3Prohibition of discrimination

8200-8498Child care and development programs

8500-8538Adult basic education

18100-18179School libraries

35294.95School Safety Plans

48431.6Academic progress and counseling review program

48985 Notices in language other than English

49060-49079 Student records

49490-49590 Child nutrition programs

52000-52049.1School improvement programs

52160-52178Bilingual education programs

52300-52499.6Vocational education

52500-52616.24Adult schools

52800-52870School-based coordinated programs

54000-54041Economic impact aid programs

54100-54145Miller-Unruh Basic Reading Act

54400-54425Compensatory education programs

54440-54445Migrant education

54460-54529Compensatory education programs

56000-56885Special education programs

59000-59300Special schools and centers

62000-62008Evaluation and sunsetting of programs

64000-64001Consolidated application process

CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 5

3080Application of section

4600-4671Uniform complaint procedures

4900-4965Nondiscrimination in elementary and secondary

education programs receiving state financial

assistance

PENAL CODE

422.6Interference with constitutional right or privilege

Policy adopted: 11-18-80 COTATI-ROHNERT PARK

Policy revised:9-1-92UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

6-3-03

4-6-04

12-12-06

AR 1312.3

Community Relations

UNIFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

Compliance Officer

The Governing Board designates the following compliance officer to receive and investigate complaints and to ensure district compliance with law:

Deputy Superintendent

5860 Labath Ave.

Rohnert Park, CA 94928

(707) 792-4714

The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that the employee designated to investigate complaints is knowledgeable about the laws and programs for which he/she is responsible. Such employee may have access to legal counsel as determined by the Superintendent or designee.

Notifications

The Superintendent or designee shall annually provide written notification of the district’s uniform complaint procedures in the following manner:

• To employees in the employee handbook

• To students in student handbooks or other publications

• To parents in the school information packet

• To members of district and site advisory committees at a meeting

•To appropriate private school officials by First Class Mail

•To adult school students with the enrollment form

•To other interested parties, upon request, by First Class Mail

All copies of the district’s uniform complaint procedures shall be provided free of charge.

Procedures

The following procedures shall be used to address all complaints that allege that the district has violated federal or state laws or regulations governing educational programs. The compliance officer shall maintain a record of each complaint and subsequent related actions, including all information required for compliance with 5 CCR 4632.

All parties involved in allegations shall be notified when a complaint is filed, when a complaint meeting or hearing is scheduled and when a decision or ruling is made.

Step 1: Filing of Complaint

Any individual, public agency or organization may file a written complaint of alleged noncompliance by the district.

A person who alleges that he/she personally suffered unlawful discrimination or a person who believes that an individual or any specific class of individuals has been subjected to unlawful discrimination may file complaints alleging unlawful discrimination. The complaint must be initiated no later than six months from the date when the alleged discrimination occurred or when the complainant first obtained knowledge of the facts of the alleged discrimination.

The complaint shall be presented to the compliance officer who shall maintain a log of complaints received, providing each with a code number and a date stamp.

If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as illiteracy or other disabilities, district staff shall help him/her to file the complaint.

Step 2: Mediation

Within five days of receiving the complaint, the compliance officer may informally discuss with the complainant the possibility of using mediation. If the complainant agrees to mediation, the compliance officer shall make all arrangements for this process.

Before initiating the mediation of a discrimination complaint, the compliance officer shall ensure that all parties agree to make the mediator a party to related confidential information.

If the mediation process does not resolve the problem within the parameters of law, the compliance officer shall proceed with his/her investigation of the complaint.

The use of mediation shall not extend the district's timelines for investigating and resolving the complaint unless the complainant agrees in writing to such an extension of time.

Step 3: Investigation of Complaint

As soon as practical following the receipt of the complaint or following an unsuccessful attempt to mediate the complaint, the Compliance Officer will convene a meeting to investigate the complaint. The complainant and/or his/her representative and the district's representatives shall have an opportunity to present information relevant to the complaint. Parties to the dispute may discuss the complaint and question each other or each other's witnesses.

To ensure that all pertinent facts are made available, the compliance officer and the complainant may ask other individuals to attend this meeting and provide additional information.

A complainant’s refusal to provide the district’s investigator with documents or other evidence related to the allegations in the complaint, or his/her failure or refusal to cooperate in the investigation or his/her engagement in any other obstruction of the investigation, may result in the dismissal of the complaint because of a lack of evidence to support the allegation.

The district’s refusal to provide the investigator with access to records and/or other information related to the allegation in the complaint, or its failure or refusal to cooperate in the investigation or its engagement in any other obstruction of the investigation, may result in a finding, based on evidence collected, that a violation has occurred and may result in the imposition of a remedy in favor of the complainant.

Step 4: Response

Unless extended by written agreement with the complainant, the compliance officer shall prepare and send to the complainant a written report of the district's investigation and decision, as described in Step #5 below, within 60 days of the district’s receipt of the complaint.

Step 5: Final Written Decision

The report of the district's decision shall be in writing and sent to the complainant.

The report of the district's decision shall be written in English and in the language of the complainant whenever feasible or required by law. If it is not feasible to write this report in the complainant's primary language, the district shall arrange a meeting at which a community member will interpret it for the complainant.

The decision shall include:

1.The findings of fact based on the evidence gathered

2.The conclusion (s) of law

3.Disposition of the complaint

4.Rationale for such disposition

5.Corrective actions, if any are warranted

6.A statement detailing the Board's prohibition of retaliation.

7.Notice of the complainant’s right to appeal the district’s decision within 15 days to the California Department of Education and procedures to be followed for initiating such an appeal

8.For discrimination complaints, notice that the complainant must wait until 60 days have elapsed from the filing of an appeal with the California Department of Education before pursuing civil law remedies.

If an employee is disciplined as a result of the complaint, this report shall simply state that effective action was taken and that the employee was informed of district expectations. The report shall not give any further information as to the nature of the disciplinary action.

Appeals to the California Department of Education

If dissatisfied with the district's decision, the complainant may appeal in writing to the California Department of Education within 15 days of receiving the district's decision.

When appealing to the California Department of Education, the complainant must specify the basis for the appeal of the decision and whether the facts are incorrect and/or law has been misapplied. The appeal shall be accompanied by a copy of the locally filed complaint and a copy of the district’s decision.

Upon notification by the California Department of Education that the complainant has appealed the district’s decision, the Superintendent or designee shall forward the following documents to the California Department of Education.

1.A copy of the original complaint

2.A copy of the decision

3.A summary of the nature and extent of the investigation conducted by the district, if not covered by the decision

4.A copy of the investigation file, including but not limited to all notes, interviews and documents submitted by the parties and gathered by the investigator

5.A report of any action taken to resolve the complaint

6.A copy of the district’s complaint procedures

7.Other relevant information requested by the California Department of Education

The California Department of Education may directly intervene in the complaint without waiting for action by the district when one of the conditions listed in 5 CCR 4650 exists. In addition, the California Department of Education may also intervene in those cases where the district has not taken action within 60 calendar days of the date the complaint was filed with the district.

Civil Law Remedies

A complainant may pursue available civil law remedies outside of the district's complaint procedures. Complainants may seek assistance from mediation centers or public/private interest attorneys. Civil law remedies that may be imposed by a court include, but are not limited to, injunctions and restraining orders. For discrimination complaints, however, a complainant must wait until 60 days have elapsed from the filing of an appeal with the California Department of Education before pursuing civil law remedies. The moratorium does not apply to injunctive relief and is applicable only if the district has appropriately, and in a timely manner, apprised the complainant of his/her right to file a complaint in accordance with 5 CCR 4622.

Regulation Approved: 11-18-80 COTATI-ROHNERT PARK

Regulation Revised:9-1-92 UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

12-10-96

5-11-99

6-3-03

12-12-06

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE

The Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religious creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, or age, or mental or physical disability, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics, in any of its policies, procedures or practices, nor does it condone such conduct by its officers, employees, agents, or students. This policy is adopted in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (pertaining to race, color, and national origin), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1974 (pertaining to race, color, sex, including sexual harassment, age and national origin). Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (pertaining to sex), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (pertaining to handicap), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (pertaining to age) and California Government Code Section 12940 and California Education Code Section 220 (pertaining to sexual orientation). This nondiscrimination policy covers admission and access to, and treatment and employment in, the District's programs and activities, including Career/Technical Education. Inquiries regarding the equal opportunity policies, the filing of grievances, or to request a copy of the grievance procedures covering discrimination complaints may be directed to:

Barbara Vrankovich, Title IX Coordinator / Title VI Coordinator

5860 Labath Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 792-4714

John Laughlin, Section 504 Coordinator

5860 Labath Avenue Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 285-2076

The Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District recognizes its obligation to provide overall program accessibility throughout the District for disabled persons. Contact the Section 504 Coordinator to obtain information as to the existence and location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by handicapped persons.

Inquiries regarding Federal laws and regulations concerning nondiscrimination in education or the District's compliance with those provisions may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights

U.S. Department of Education

50 Beale Street, Suite 7200

San Francisco, CA 94105

Telephone: (415) 486-5555

Fax: (415) 486-5570

TTY (877) 521-2172

Tobacco Free Schools

The use of any tobacco products and the disposal of tobacco-related waste at any time in district-owned or leased buildings and on district property is prohibited.

This prohibition applies to all employees, students and visitors at any instructional program, activity or athletic event.

Technology High School’s Path to Successful Communication

At a small alternative high school such as Technology High School, communication between parents and the school is a key ingredient to success. Parents/guardians and students should utilize the “Path to Successful Communication” to facilitate them getting the answers they desire in a timely fashion.

Teachers

Counseling

General Questions

Discipline

Activities

Step 1

Whom to Contact

Please contact the teacher directly if you have a question related to a specific class, test, assignment, etc. Contacting the teacher first allows for the fastest response to a parent/student question. Please allow the teacher at least two working days to respond. If this timeline is not met, please progress to Step 2.

Individual Teacher

If you have a question about schedules, setting up a conference, college requirements, financial aid, or other counseling related needs – please contact your student’s counselor first.

Counselor

If you have general questions about your student’s educational experience, please contact the staff member responsible for the related program/event. Any discipline questions should be directed first to the principal.

Principal or Staff member responsible for Program/Event

All questions regarding student activities, student government, school dances, homecoming, etc. should be first referred to the teacher in charge of activity.

Teacher in Charge of Activity

Step 2

Whom to Contact

If the conversation you had with your student’s teacher does not meet your expectations, please contact the principal. The principal will assist in facilitating your discussion with the teacher and schedule a parent/teacher conference (if needed).

Principal

If the conversation you had with your student’s counselor does not meet your expectations, please contact the principal. The principal will assist in facilitating your discussion with the counselor and taking next steps as appropriate.

Principal

If further clarification is needed regarding a general question or event, the Principal will become involved as requested.

Principal

If the conversation you had with the teacher in charge of activity does not meet your expectations, please contact the principal. The principal will assist in facilitating your discussion with the teacher and schedule a parent/teacher conference (if needed).

Principal

Step 3

Whom to Contact

When you feel a question has not been adequately answered by the teacher and Assistant Principal, the Principal will be glad to assist you in resolving any unanswered questions.

Principal

When you feel a question has not been adequately answered by your student’s counselor and Assistant Principal, the Principal will be glad to assist you in resolving any unanswered questions.

Principal

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