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st bernard high school 2011-2012 student parent handbook 9100 falmouth avenue playa del rey ca 90293 ph 310-823-4651 fax 310-827-3365 school code 052487 administration principal vice principal asst principal of leadership/dean of humanities asst principal of learning/dean of s.t.e.m dean of character formation director of advancement director of marketing and public relations director of guidance director of performing arts director of athletics/plant manager michael alvarez georgia capell tiffany o rourke sean griffin greg dixon kelley lebouf jon mcmaster rosie roberts maureen robinson david sifuentes this agenda belongs to name grade

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august 2011 dear daughters and sons of st bernard st bernard high school is a community of learning leadership love this is a process a journey an adventure ­ not a destination we accompany each other and support each other with respect and cheerfulness that is what this handbook is all about ­ how to journey with our teachers and coaches and fellow students so that we learn what it means to be a community that loves and appreciates each other this school year is bound to one of the best in the history of our school we have been invited by loyola marymount university to be a member of their family of schools and this partnership will greatly enhance our academic and extra curricular programs we also are beginning to form new academies on campus ­ stem [science technology engineering and math performing arts business and humanities and social justice these new programs are geared to improve student achievement and to better prepare you for college and beyond it is my prayer that all of us continue to seek the lord s will and that we treat each other as god s children if we cooperate with the grace of god mary the mother of jesus will always bless us with her constant guidance and protection just as she did for her son in nazareth take care and may god bless you and your family united with jesus our teacher mr michael alvarez principal 2

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st bernard high school parent/student policies agreement form please print except where signatures are required please return this signed form promptly to the school as instructed by the administration signed form must be received by no later than august 31st or the student is subject to suspension from school pending the receipt of the form this form will be placed in the students permanent files acceptance of parent/student handbook our family has received and read the st bernard high school parent/student handbook we are aware of understand and agree to follow the policies and procedures stated in the handbook we acknowledge that the school has the right to amend the handbook during the school year as needed and we agree to follow the policies and procedures as may be added or amended we understand that we may be asked to withdraw our children from the school or our children may not be invited to return the following year if we fail to fulfill our responsibilities under the handbook and any additions and amendments that may be made our signatures below indicate our commitment to fulfill our obligations according to the requirements of the handbook student s full name grade student signature date father s or guardian s signature date mother s or guardian s signature date 3

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table of contents mission 6 vision 6 philosophy 6 the teaching of doctrine 6 the call to worship 6 the promotion of scholastic excellence 6 the building of community 7 the fostering of service 7 21st century classroom 7 eslrs achieving viking excellence 7 to achieve viking excellence the st bernard graduate will be a 7 christian disciple who 7 critical thinker who 7 effective communicator who 7 self-directed learner who 7 history and tradition 8 st bernard of clairvaux 8 crest motto school prayer and alma mater 8 non-discrimination policy 9 tuition and fees 2011-2012 9 curriculum 11 graduation requirements 11 cal state and uc requirements 11 christian service policy 12 academic honor code 12 violations of the academic honor code 13 actions for violation of the academic honor code 13 academic course load 14 student registration course selection 14 grading policies 15 grading procedure 15 grading scale 15 grade point average 16 semester examinations 16 midterm exams 16 grade reports 16 make-up of semester fails 16 summer school 17 repeating a course 17 community college coursework 17 academic probation 17 7th period mandatory tutoring 18 academic dismissal 18 graduation with honors 18 honor roll 18 valedictorian and salutatorian honors 18 comitatus award 18 transcripts of grades 19 student withdrawal procedures 19 3 academic withdrawal 19 4 confidentiality 19 absence from school 20 re-admit procedures 20 excused absence 20 unexcused absence 20 truancy 21 tardiness 21 make-up work 21 off-campus permits 21 off-campus college visits 21 illnesses occurring at school 21 deliveries and messages 21 discipline 22 classroom discipline 22 school discipline 22 dean s detention 22 causes for disciplinary action 23 disciplinary procedures 24 student discipline reports 24 disciplinary probation 24 strict disciplinary probation 24 suspension 25 board of character formation appeal 25 disciplinary procedures 25 misconduct reports 25 parking lot and on-campus driving regulations 25 insulting or abusing a teacher/school personnel 25 responsibility for property 25 student area 26 snack bar/lunch area 26 hall passes 26 school hours of supervision 26 cell phones and personal electronic device policy 26 unauthorized student internet web sites 26 student lockers 27 photographs video and audio recording policy 27 confiscation of student property papers etc 27 personal appearance 28 uniform dress code 28 everyday uniform 28 boys 28 girls 28 friday sbhs spirit dress 30 formal uniform­ all students 30 casual dress code ­ all students 30 cold weather attire ­ all students 30 letter jacket policy 30 substance abuse policy 31 general procedures 31 grievance procedure 31 arrests and court orders 31 directory information 31 campus maintenance 32 school building access 32 closed campus policy 32 damages 32 lost items 32 student/parent services 32 computer regulations 32 library hours/regulations 32 counseling and guidance 33 academic guidance counselor 33 the hannon college center 33 annual national test dates 33 college admissions 33 guidance for college financial aid 34 letters of recommendation 34 transcripts for colleges 34 asb identification card 35 masses assemblies and rallies 35 dances 35 dance guidelines 35 absence from school participation in activities 35 student government 36 class officers and asb/class commissioners 36 pep squads 36 homecoming court prom king queen 36 athletics 36 probationary eligibility 37

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mission the mission of st bernard high school is to send forth faith-filled principled and knowledgeable young men and women by providing an exemplary college preparatory education rooted in roman catholic tradition as a diverse community of christian believers we strive to inspire students to embrace the teachings of jesus christ and to follow his call to lead serve and learn vision in a global society where values and a sense of community are being challenged daily it has never been more imperative to educate our youth to be the future leaders inventors thinkers professionals creators and philanthropists of the 21st century st bernard high school is moving to the forefront of education as it takes its place as a progressive competitive multicultural and god-valued institution of learning st bernard high school strives to be the school of choice for catholic students in the los angeles area by providing a complete educational experience immersed in the roman catholic tradition and excelling in both academic and co-curricular programs students graduating from the school will have the motivation and expertise necessary to pursue their aspirations for higher learning and lead lives as faith-filled and responsible citizens philosophy in harmony with the school s mission the philosophy of st bernard high school is driven by the message of jesus christ and the mission of the roman catholic church we recognize parents as the primary educators of their children and understand that our role is to assist parents in accomplishing this task by acting as facilitators to the learning and personal growth of the child we strive to equip students with the skills they need to live faith-filled dynamic honorable and productive lives in the image of christ as educators of st bernard high school we embrace and adhere to the five-fold purpose of catholic education the teaching of doctrine · we believe our commitment to the catholic faith is the fundamental principle that must permeate our instruction school activities and every aspect of our daily life · we believe in the dignity and importance of each person and seek to help our students come to the same recognition to this end we cherish our diversity and promote a school environment based on respect and tolerance · we believe in guiding students to achieve a greater degree of self-realization and a heightened awareness of their obligations to god and to their fellow human beings the call to worship we believe in the importance of personal and communal daily prayer and encourage our students to glorify god throughout their lives we believe in providing a liturgical environment where students can worship together at monthly mass and prayer services and can nurture their relationship with god through prayer the sacrament of reconciliation and retreat experiences we believe in welcoming all students regardless of their religious affiliation to be an active part of our catholic faith community by including them in christian leadership opportunities music ministry and by encouraging their participation in mass and catholic religious customs and traditions the promotion of scholastic excellence we believe in providing a challenging academic curriculum rich in student-centered learning opportunities that is designed to promote analytical thinking and to develop life-long learning skills we believe in a christ-centered holistic approach to education that not only supplies students with an outstanding college preparatory foundation but also nurtures the spiritual intellectual social cultural physical and artistic facets of the individual · we believe that a complete education is more than academic and therefore encourage and support students as they cultivate their god-given talents through participation in co-curricular activities such as athletics music dance theatre leadership and service 6

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the building of community · we believe in the individuality of each student the strength of community in collaborating with parents and in supporting one another to foster a spirit of family · we believe in celebrating our diverse school community by promoting an appreciation and respect for all humanity regardless of race ethnicity gender religious affiliation economic status or sexuality · we believe that achievement of the school s mission depends on administrators teachers parents community members and students all working together toward the common goal of student success the fostering of service · we believe each student is called in a unique way to develop the talents and potentials necessary for assuming roles of christian leadership in our world · we believe in preparing our students to consider christian service as a normal vital part of their lives as adult christians · we believe that each student possesses the ability to assume the role of christian leadership by following the example of jesus christ through concrete forms of service to their brothers and sisters 21st century classroom a 21st century st bernard classroom disperses the use of various technologies throughout the academic disciplines faculty utilizes authentic modes of assessment and varies individual methodologies to meet the specific needs of individual students teacher competencies are held to the california standards for the teaching profession st bernard incorporates writing across the curriculum developing a verbal knowledge of all disciplines along with advanced literacy skills social development and physical growth occurs in athletics fine arts and co-curricular activities involving more than half the student body in sport competitions co-curricular projects and outreach community programs eslrs achieving viking excellence as we strive to attain our vision and mission and in deference to the school philosophy st bernard high school has defined the following school-wide learning results for the graduates of the school at st bernard these learning results are the school aves ­ achieving viking excellence to achieve viking excellence the st bernard graduate will be a christian disciple who · · · models christ in their daily life develops an understanding of and appreciation for the catholic church and her traditions exhibits a sense of catholic social responsibility through acts of service critical thinker who · · · uses higher level thinking processes to analyze problem-solve and draw conclusions based on supportive evidence demonstrates interdisciplinary comprehension and application shows mastery of research skills by effectively using a variety of appropriate resources including technology to seek understanding through inquiry effective communicator who · · · incorporates and presents ideas appropriately thoughtfully and creatively is articulate both orally and in writing reads and listens with respect and comprehension self-directed learner who · · · sets academic lifestyle career and personal goals for the future assumes responsibility and respect for the learning process and strives to exceed expectations masters the academic and life skills necessary to become a productive member of society 7

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history and tradition plans for st bernard high school were begun in 1955 in response to the need for high schools in the westchesterplaya del rey area st bernard was founded as a four year co-instructional school located at st anastasia school it was at st anastasia that classes were held for one year prior to the completion of the present campus on december 4 1957 the present land site was blessed at a simple ceremony during the year 1957-1958 the pioneer class chose the school colors blue signifying loyalty white purity and gold nobility their motto noverim te noverim me and their school mascot vikings the school s first principal reverend francis j cahill headed the faculty consisting of the brothers of saint patrick the sisters of the holy names of jesus and mary and the sisters of st joseph of carondolet on september 22 1958 the doors of the new st bernard high school opened for the first time at 9100 falmouth avenue in playa del rey joining the original faculty replacing the brothers of st patrick were the piarist fathers and the daughters of mary and joseph on may 24 1958 the original building was solemnly dedicated september 10 1957 is observed as founders day st bernard of clairvaux bernard the founding abbot of clairvaux abbey in burgundy was one of the most commanding church leaders in the first half of the twelfth century as well as one of the greatest spiritual masters of all times and the most powerful propagator of the cistercian reform he was born in fontaines-les-dijon in 1090 and entered the abbey of citeaux in 1112 bringing thirty of his relatives with him including five of his brothers ­ his youngest brother and his widowed father followed later after receiving a monastic formation he was sent in 1115 to begin a new monastery near aube clairvaux the valley of light as a young abbot he published a series of sermons on the annunciation bernard s spiritual writing as well as his extraordinary personal magnetism began to attract many to clairvaux and the other cistercian monasteries leading to many new foundations bernard s dynamism soon reached far beyond monastic circles he was sought as an advisor and mediator by the ruling powers of his age more than any other he helped to bring about the healing of the papal schism which arose in 1130 with the election of the antipope anacletus ii at the same time he labored for peace and reconciliation between england and france and among many lesser nobles bernard died at clairvaux on the 20th of august in 1153 he was canonized by pope alexander iii on the 18th of january in 1174 pope pius vii declared him a doctor of the church in 1830 crest motto school prayer and alma mater patron motto crest st bernard of clairvaux noverim te noverim me by knowing him i know myself three miters a book and the school prayer the school crest represents attributes of the school patron st bernard the miters symbolize his position as abbot and recall his sanctity the book signifies his vast knowledge love of learning and his valuable contribution to the theology of the church memorare maria recalls the opening words of the prayer to our lady attributed to st bernard prayer memorare maria alma mater loyal sons and daughters st bernard high to you pledge fore er allegiance loyalty strong and true mary our queen leads us onward `neath gold white and blue alma mater great st bernard hail all hail to you remember o most gracious virgin mary that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection implored your help or sought your intercession was left unaided inspired by this confidence i fly to you o virgin of virgins my mother to you i come before you i stand sinful and sorrowful o mother of the word incarnate despise not my petitions but in your mercy hear and answer me amen 8

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non-discrimination policy the school mindful of its mission to be a witness to the love of christ for all admits students regardless of race color or national and/or ethnic origin to all rights privileges programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school the school does not discriminate on the basis of race color disability sex or national and/or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies and practices scholarship programs and athletic and other school-administered programs although certain athletic leagues and other programs may limit participation while the school does not discriminate against students with special needs a full range of services may not always be available to them decisions concerning the admission and continued enrollment of a student in the school are based upon the student s emotional academic and physical abilities and the resources available to the school in meeting the student s needs tuition and fees 2011-2012 tuition is stated as an annual amount and is payable beginning july 2011 for your convenience tuition may be paid in eleven month installments beginning july 1 2011 and ending may 1 2012 there will be no additional class fees charged all fees are non-refundable tuition annually monthly july 2011 ­ may 2012 option a ­ cost to educate no fundraising $9,105.00 per student $827.73 per month 11 payments option b ­ regular tuition 1st student catholic rate $6,900.00 $627.28 per month 11 payments 2nd and 3rd student catholic rate $5,520.00 per student $501.82 per month 11 payments per student 1st student non catholic rate $7,400.00 $672.73 per month 11 payments nd and 3rd student non-catholic rate 2 $5,920.00 per student $538.19 per month 11 payments per student 1 eleven monthly payments starting july 2011 through may 2012 2 see tuition management agreement for payment details and policies 3 tuition payments must be current for students to take mid-term exams 4 tuition and other fees must be paid in full in order to take semester/final exams checks are accepted until ten working days before exams thereafter only cash money order or cashier s other fees mandatory re-registration fee new student registration activities fee senior graduation fee additional costs and fees as applicable $475.00 $475.00 $225.00 $175.00 due on registration day through april 8 late fee of $50 applies april 11 ­ 29 late fee of $200 beginning may 1 2011 fee applies to all freshmen and transfer students due september 15 2011 covers asb/activities retreat programs and campus ministry services note other costs associated with field trips such as tickets and lunches are not included in this fee due march 15 2012 required fee for all seniors locker locks uniforms textbooks fundraising commitments raffle tickets casino night golf etc school dances senior grad night jr sr prom performing arts fee for recitals instruments costumes etc school event tickets musical play recital cif play-off games etc $90.00 per ap class $150.00 per sport additional and special program fees as applicable ap exam testing athletics fee 1 mandatory for all students in ap courses payment must be received before the first game this is an athletic participation and transportation fee and does not include spirit packs program ads banquet tournament expenses or other team fund raisers see head coach for details all players fr/jv/varsity must purchase supplemental accident insurance before football supplemental $58.00 approx starting practice accident insurance provides for transportation and other general team expenses does not include cheerleading $150.00 uniforms camp etc parent volunteer service hours in case of withdraw parent hours are prorated to the month of the withdrawal non-participating uncompleted hours $375.00 25 hours $15 per hour $15.00 per hour due november 15 2011 due by may 15 2012 non-participating 375.00/11 $34.10 per month participating 25hr/11 2.27 hours per month 9

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mandatory fundraising fees mandatory for all families register your vons pavilions macy s debit and credit cards for use in the program every time you use them e-scrip will make a contribution to st bernard high school fill out the enclosed application or sign up online by visiting www.escrip.com enter group id #6568391 to find st bernard high school see enclosed flyer for details mandatory for all families families will be billed or can make $300 per family advance payments starting jan feb and march 2012 $150 in sales mandatory for all families e-scrip raffle tickets christmas tree sale additional fundraising opportunities see enclosed for enrollment information ralph s card food4less albertson s card onecause target office depot staples goodshop 4 rebate st bernard high school receives contributions based on your purchases at ralph s when you enter your club card number or phone number at the cash register varies 4-5 rebate st bernard high school receives contributions based on your purchases at food4less when you use your community rewards card 4 rebate st bernard high school receives contributions based on your purchases at albertson s when you enter your club card number or phone number at the cash register varies up to 36 rebate if you are an online shopper st bernard s can benefit just go to www.onecause.com sign in and select st bernard high school as your beneficiary 1 rebate when you use your target ® visa ® or target guest card ® st bernard s receives a contribution 5 rebate while shopping for your business or school supplies at office depot give them st bernard s id #70012455 and st bernard s will receive a rebate 5 rebate while shopping for your business or school supplies at staples give them st bernard s phone number 310-823-4651 and st bernard s will receive a rebate varies up to a 20 rebate every time you make a purchase online you can support st bernard high school each purchase made via the goodshop mall results in a donation ­ averaging approximately 3 of the sale but going up to 20 or even more 1¢ per search every time you search the internet you can contribute to st bernard high school goodsearch.com is a new yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue to the charities its users designate varies up to 26 rebate and 1¢ per search every time you shop online at any of their 744 participating stores you can contribute to st bernard high school you can also search the web through isearchigive.com a search engine powered by igive and raise a penny or more for st bernard s every time recycle your printing cartridges and cell phones in our escrip recycle bin in the advancement office at st bernard high school st bernard s receives between $1 and $10 per item goodsearch igive printer cartridges laptops ipods and cell phones 10

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academic policies curriculum students in the school are expected to be prepared to meet the demands of the academic curriculum as defined by the high school graduation requirements students are challenged to meet the demands of a rigorous college preparatory curriculum as defined and certified by the university of california the st bernard high school curriculum does not include a separate program special services or an individualized study plan for students who for medical learning behavioral psychological or other reasons require special handling or consideration if a student s situation or condition requires an accommodation that the administration deems unreasonable or unworkable or if the school does not have the facilities or services to provide for the accommodation the student will be referred to another school graduation requirements if any of the graduation requirements are not met the student s diploma will be withheld when a diploma is withheld the student will not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony students with outstanding financial accounts are ineligible to receive a diploma transcripts or graduation verification with the exception of computer studies visual and performing arts p.e classes and health all graduation requirements and college entrance required coursework must be taken at st bernard during the regular school year to graduate from st bernard high school a student must have 1 a record of good character citizenship and support of school philosophy 2 all students are required to perform 80 hours of christian service 3 students must submit and present a senior portfolio following the requirements defined by the administration 4 a minimum of 240 semester credits to include the following religious studies english social science world history us history us government economics foreign language same language math 4 years 4 years 3 years 40 credits 40 credits 30 credits 10 credits 10 credits 5 credits 5 credits 20 credits 30 credits 2 years 3 years must include at minimum college prep algebra i geometry and algebra ii or higher students receiving credit for algebra i in 8th grade must complete three years of math at st bernard through trigonometry or higher lab science computer applications visual performing arts physical ed health electives 2 years 1 semester 1 year 1 year 20 credits 5 credits 10 credits 10 credits 35 credits must include 1 year of biology and 1 year of chemistry or other physical science cal state and uc requirements university of california ·a minimum of 150 credits in academic or college preparatory p hp or ap courses at least 70 must be taken in grades 11 and 12 students planning to apply to competitive universities should take more than the minimum requirements ·eligibility to uc depends on the grade point average in six subject areas combined with sat i or act scores 3.0 minimum gpa to apply 11

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a grade of c or higher is required in a-g coursework d f grades in the a-g required courses must be repeated a-g requirements a social science two years required must include a one year of u.s history or one semester of u.s history and one semester of u.s government and b one year of world history cultures b english fours years required comp wld lit am lit brit lit or grade level honors/ap classes c mathematics three years required four recommended must include algebra i geometry and algebra ii or higher three years must be taken at st bernard d lab science two years required three recommended must include at least two of biology chemistry or physics e foreign lang two years same language required three recommended f visual/performing ar ts vpa must take a full-year course g college prep electives ­ one year of approved upper division elective coursework california state university high school subject requirements students must have a grade of c in a-g coursework eligibility index combining college prep gpa and sat scores a english 4 years b math:3 years algebra i geometry algebra 2 c history 2 years including u.s history d foreign lang 2 years same language e science 2 years science at least one year from d and one from g ­ one biological science and one physical science f visual/preforming ar ts 1 year g 1 year of college prep electives christian service policy the 80 hours of christian service graduation requirement is in support of the school aves and is based on the belief that a well-rounded christian young man or woman must learn to serve the lord in practicing christian service the student has the opportunity to understand what jesus said whatsoever you do to the least of these that you do unto me the christian service program is designed to supplement a student s in-class religious education some guidelines for the choice of service projects are as follows 1 the service must help others at a non-profit agency 2 the service must be performed on a volunteer basis no payment can be accepted 3 the service must be performed to serve others besides family neighbors and friends academic honor code 1 st bernard high school is a catholic institution dedicated to the intellectual moral and spiritual development of the student the school expects that its students will strive to meet their individual potentials and upon graduation become citizens who incorporate high ethical standards and christian values into their daily lives the school strives to develop promote and maintain moral structure and honesty among all members of its community commitment to truth and academic integrity is imperative to this goal adherence to the academic honor code promotes the level of academic integrity required within the school and assures that student work is judged fairly when evaluated against curricular standards and the 2 12

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3 work of others it also insures that each student will demonstrate honesty and integrity in their assignments testing and participation in their learning process this code defines the behaviors which violate the principle of academic integrity and the methods for promoting academic integrity on campus academic integrity will be emphasized throughout the student s career at st bernard student and parent at the beginning of each school year must sign the honor code agreement the honor pledge must be signed by students on assignments and exams as required by any instructor on my honor i pledge that i have not violated any of the provisions of the st bernard high school academic honor code honor code agreement each year students shall be required to sign the following honor code agreement which will be kept in the student s academic file 1 as a student at st bernard high school i will conduct myself in an honest and academically ethical manner and will comply with the provisions of the st bernard high school honor code 2 i understand that i must write and sign the following honor pledge on tests and work whenever required by an instructor on my honor i pledge that i have not violated any of the provisions of the st bernard high school academic honor code 3 i understand that if i do not include this pledge as required by the instructor with my signature the instructor will not grade my work in those instances where there is an unintentional omission i will be given an opportunity to correct it by signing the pledge 4 i understand that the academic honor code applies to all work submitted whether or not the signed honor pledge is required by the instructor and that i am expected to submit only my own work at all times 5 i have read and understand my responsibilities as defined by the st bernard high school academic honor code and will to the best of my ability comply with those responsibilities violations of the academic honor code violation of the academic honor code includes but is not limited to 1 giving or receiving answers to quizzes tests examinations or any assignments the student is expected to submit as his/her own work 2 loaning or copying homework in or out of class 3 plagiarism or copying the work of another and submitting it as one s own work 4 plagiarism of information from the internet or other electronic source 5 using unauthorized aids in doing course work or in testing 6 altering graded work and resubmitting it for grading 7 fabricating data references or other information and including it in an assignment as if it were fact 8 forging the signature of a parent on an assignment test paper report card or other official school document of communication from the teacher or school to the parent actions for violation of the academic honor code academic integrity is essential to the fair assessment and evaluation of the student and to the very mission of catholic education and the school violations of the honor code may be cumulative in nature over the four years the student is at st bernard depending on the severity of a violation as determined by the dean of character formation and/or administration violation of the academic honor code may result in the following 1st violation 1 2 the student will not receive credit for the work or test grade earned will be a zero the student may in the presence of the dean of character formation be required to call his/her parents and inform them of the incident 13

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3 4 5 depending on the severity of the infraction defined by the dean membership in any academic or leadership organization may be suspended for at least one semester these organizations could include but may not be limited to national honor society california scholarship federation csf young black scholars student council/class office/asb campus ministry leadership viking ambassador the student may be ineligible for honor roll honors for the semester the infraction occurs seniors may be ineligible to earn their diploma with academic honors depending on the nature of the infraction and the student s disciplinary history further disciplinary action including probation suspension and expulsion may be taken a student who steals or purchases a copy of a test or the teacher s edition of a textbook is subject to immediate dismissal from school 2nd violation a b students involved in a second incidence as defined above in the same class may be immediately removed from the class and may receive a fail in the class for the semester students involved in a second incidence as defined above for the same class or in a different class will be subject to the following disciplinary action if already on probation the level of probation will be raised to strict probation if already on strict probation the student will be asked to withdraw from the school a student allowed to continue at st bernard high school after a 2nd violation of the academic honor code can be asked to withdraw upon a 3rd violation 3rd violation a academic course load all students are required to be enrolled in courses for each of the six periods of the day all students must have their own text books novels and other necessary supplies with them in class students who register for a zero period or 7th period class do so in addition to the regular course load student registration course selection the assistant principal of learning and guidance department organize the registration process to include a comprehensive guidance program designed to assist the student and parent in selecting the courses which meet graduation requirements and college entrance goals group and individual guidance will accompany the distribution of the course catalog and registration packet parents must assist their child in selecting an appropriate course a study prerequisites/course commitment forms for some classes students must meet prerequisites defined in the course catalog in order to take the course students requesting upper division ap and honors courses must complete course commitment forms in order to take the class · students who earn second semester grades which render them ineligible for a class may have their course request pulled for the class · students not eligible to take a course may attend sbhs summer school to review material in order to improve the grade and become eligible to take the course · students who achieve the minimum requirement at the end of summer school will be only be placed in the course space and schedule permitting course request updates · · at the time of registration students and parents must thoughtfully select courses for the entire school year both the students and the parent must sign the course request and any necessary commitment contracts students must also select alternate courses to be used in the event a course is not offered due to low enrollment or a scheduling conflict prevents enrollment in a class failure to select alternate courses as instructed on the course request may result in being scheduled in any available class students may request updates to their course request through july 1 after july 1 student initiated changes in the course request cannot be made students who do not properly complete the course request or do not list alternate choices will be placed by the counselor or administrator in any class that is available in this case changes will not be made · · 14

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schedule correction once the final schedule is created after july 1 student-initiated changes are not made unless the school has made an error if a course is on the course request is scheduled the course will not be changed unless an error was made or the student no longer meets prerequisite requirements for the course · schedules are created for the entire year full-year classes cannot be dropped at the end of the semester · schedules are never changed for period or teacher preference · for single semester classes students may not choose the semester the class is to be taken grading policies the primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to determine the extent to which a student has achieved success in terms of course objectives and accepted content standards this level of achievement is to be determined by a systematic process and conveyed to the student and his/her parent in the form of a letter grade grades are further used by teachers and administrators to determine a student s eligibility for the next level of study and for placement in future classes colleges use grades to determine eligibility for admission grading procedure · · the final grade earned at the end of each semester is posted on the permanent academic transcript teachers will give written statements of grading policies to each student during the first week of instruction the policy statement will include the method of determining grades and the teacher s policy regarding homework and the make-up of assignments and tests/quizzes missed when a student is absent in accordance with the course grading policy teachers will average all grades earned during the semester in determining the semester grade a teacher assigns a grade on the basis of a student s academic achievement citizenship grades participation work habits and attendance can be computed into the academic grade attendance is a factor in assigning grades o no student should be absent more than 10 days excused or unexcused in any class in any semester o a teacher reserves the right to lower a student s class grade by 1 point for each absence over 10 in the same class for the purposes of grade calculation 3 class tardies may be considered equivalent to 1 unexcused class absence o the school reserves the right to deny credit for a class in which a student has been absent more than 10 days during the semester · · · grading scale superior 100-97 a 96-93 a 92-90 aabove average 89-87 b 86-83 b 82-80 baverage 79-77 c 76-73 c 72-70 cbelow avg pass 69-67 d 66-63 d 62-60 dfailing no credit f i 59 0 incomplete uses time well is self-motivated works independently exhibits mastery of content with high degree of understanding of the subject matter and application of the knowledge is able to apply learning to other subjects life needs and interests shows consistent interest and maintains a respectable standard of understanding and proficiency in the subject matter does satisfactory work but may requires direction and academic stimulation or guidance from the teacher shows a reasonable proficiency in understanding the subject frequently fails to do satisfactory work and understands only minimal amount of the subject consistently fails to meet the requirements of the course shows little interest and demonstrates little understanding of the subject late and remiss in completing work fails to meet minimum standards student failed to complete all requirements of the course students who do not take midterm or final exams receive an incomplete an i will become an f after two weeks if the work is not complete a student with an outstanding tuition balance who is rendered ineligible to take exams will retain the incomplete until that the student is cleared by the finance office for testing 15

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