Student Handbook 2007-2008

Student Handbook 2009-2010

HANNIBAL HIGH SCHOOL

Home of the Pirates

4500 McMasters Avenue

Hannibal, Missouri 63401

Telephone: 573-221-2733

Fax: 573-221-9511

Hannibal High School Website

http://www.hannibal.k12.mo.us/k12/hhs/index.html

Hannibal High School Parent Link

https://sisk12.hannibal.k12.mo.us/hb/Default.aspx

REVISED 6/16/09

WELCOME PIRATES

The faculty and administration would like to take this opportunity to extend to each of you a very sincere welcome. A special welcome is extended to new students. We are pleased to have each of you as a part of our school. We hope the new school year will be a successful one for all. During the months ahead, your abilities will increase and your interests will widen. Splendid opportunities in education and friendship with others will be offered to you.

As school opens, there will be many things you will want to know about your studies and other phases of school life. As the year passes, questions will continue to arise. Many of the answers can be found in this handbook. Reading this material carefully will give you a better understanding of your school. If you or your parents have any questions which are not answered, please feel free to call upon any member of our staff. We want to see each student at Hannibal High School succeed. It is our belief that this can best be achieved if students and teachers work together.

HANNIBAL HIGH SCHOOL

PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES

Statement of Philosophy

Every student has dignity and value as an individual. Each is entitled to a safe, supportive school staffed by qualified, caring professionals. The student will have the opportunity to grow personally and to contribute to our complex society. The school will provide a wide variety of courses and facilities to serve individual needs and differences. Emphasis on a solid academic foundation will enable the student to meet the challenges of chosen occupational training, whether during high school or after graduation. The responsibility for a quality education is shared by the student, parents, community, and the school.

OBJECTIVES

Through educational experiences the student will have the opportunity:

1. To develop a respect for the uniqueness and value of each individual and subsequently to become more responsive to the needs and rights of others.

2. To develop self‑discipline as it relates to moral, spiritual, and ethical values.

3. To cultivate intellectual curiosity, an enthusiasm for study and achievement, and an awareness of the enjoyment that results from learning.

4. To develop the ability to think clearly, critically, creatively, and independently.

5. To evaluate his or her own needs, aptitudes, abilities, and interests.

6. To develop the ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, listening, speaking, and spelling correctly.

7. To develop the proficiency in mathematics that is required to continue education past the high school level or to enter the job market.

8. To develop an interest in, knowledge of, and respect for science on a level adequate to function in a science‑oriented society.

9. To promote the ideals of good government and to explore the role of the United States in international relations.

10. To develop an interest in, appreciation for, and awareness of the value of the arts for enriching life.

11. To develop a positive attitude toward maintaining overall physical fitness with emphasis on team and lifetime sports.

Most books are loaned for a period of two (2) weeks with the privilege of renewal for another two (2) weeks. A fine of five (5) cents for each school day is charged on overdue books. Pamphlets and magazines are loaned for three (3) days. The fine is 25 cents each school day. Reference books are to be used in the library or may be checked out for one period or overnight. The fine is 25 cents for each school day. In the case of a lost library book, the student should notify the library immediately. The fee for a lost book will be the replacement cost of the book.

All students are to be given proper passes and will be allowed to leave the library only to return to class. Passes should be left at the circulation desk when entering the library and picked up when leaving. Time of departing class and entering and leaving the library shall be recorded.

Students may be admitted to the library computer lab if they have a proper pass from a teacher. Students will not be admitted to the lab to play games.

HANNIBAL SCHOOL DISTRICT COMPUTER/INTERNET USAGE AGREEMENT

Access to the Internet is a wonderful opportunity to interact with the world at large. The opportunity brings with it a number of responsibilities. In order to use the Internet services available in the Hannibal School District, students must read and sign the computer internet usage agreement. New students to the High School will receive forms during the 1^st week of school. Forms are also available in the main office. The acceptable use policy can be read in entirety on the district website. http://www.hannibal.k12.mo.us/

1. The use of any Hannibal School District computer which provides access to the Internet is a privilege which may be revoked by instructors, staff, or administrators at any time for abusive or inappropriate conduct. Such conduct would include, but is not limited to, the placing of unlawful information on or through the computer, system, accessing another person's files or e-mail, using proxy sites to bypass the district’s Internet content filtering software, and the use of obscene, abusive, or otherwise objectionable language or images in either public or private files or messages.

2. Because of the potentially large number of individuals who might need to use the computers for Internet as well as personal productivity, student access may be limited to a specified time, as provided by the instructor(s) and/or administration.

3. The district reserves the right to inspect any material stored in files to which users have access and will edit or remove any material which the district staff, in its sole discretion, believes may be objectionable. Users of the computers/Internet will not use their account to obtain, view, download, or otherwise gain access to potentially objectionable materials. This includes text materials, video images, or sound files that may be considered objectionable.

4. The district's Internet access is provided primarily for educational purposes under the direction of district staff. Non-educational use may be limited at any time by district staff.

5. Information services and features contained on the Hannibal School District network are intended for the private use of its patrons. Any commercial or other unauthorized use of those materials, in any form, is expressly forbidden.

6. The district does not warrant that the functions of the system will meet any specific requirements you may have, or that it will be error-free or interrupted; nor shall it be liable for any direct or indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (including lost data, information, or profits) sustained or incurred in connection with the use, operation, or inability to use the system.

7. Rules and regulations of system usage will be added and posted from time to time by the faculty/administrators of the district and/or the network. Users of computers/Internet are subject to these rules and regulations.

LOCKERS

1. Students should check out a lock from the Assistant Principals' office. Students should not give the combination to anyone else.

2. Students are not to use their own lock. Lockers found with locks other than those issued by the school will have the locks cut off of the locker.

3. There is no excuse for the theft of any item from a locker. Lockers should be locked at all times.

4. Students are cautioned not to leave money or valuables in lockers.

5. Students are assigned to the specific locker numbers that are printed on the schedules. CHANGES IN LOCKER ASSIGNMENTS will be made only by request to the assistant principal's office. You are responsible for the locker and its contents. Students who are not in their assigned locker may be assigned disciplinary actions by the HHS administration.

6. Padlocks are the responsibility of the students to whom they were issued. A $4.50 charge will be made for replacement of locks when they are not returned.

7. Lockers remain the property of the school district. Therefore, the district reserves the right to open and inspect lockers at any time.

INSURANCE

The Hannibal School District will offer a low‑cost, student accident/injury insurance program. Students may purchase this insurance through the high school office during the first week of school. All claims on this insurance must be made through the Principal's office. This insurance program is intended to supplement your current insurance program. Information on insurance for athletics will be distributed through the Athletic Director's office.

ACCIDENT INJURY REPORT

All accidents or injuries occurring to students during school hours or school sponsored events must be reported to the supervising teacher, coach, or the principal's office the day they occur. If the student has school insurance, he or she will be responsible for securing the insurance form in the office and taking it to the doctor or hospital.

BEFORE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Students who drive to school are to park their cars in the appropriate student parking lots as soon as they are driven onto school grounds. Students are to leave their cars as soon as they are parked. Once a student arrives at school, he/she may not leave the school grounds unless permission has been granted through the office. Students are not to congregate in parking areas or on private property close to the high school.

Students are not to be in the main part of the high school before 7:30 unless permission has been granted by an administrator and the student is being supervised by a teacher. Before 7:30, students should go to the cafeteria and be seated. When students are dismissed from the cafeteria at 7:30, they are to proceed directly to their lockers and then to their classroom. Students are not to loiter in the hallways before school or during passing times.

MESSAGES

Urgent messages for students will only be accepted from his/her parents or guardians. No messages will be relayed from friends, employers, etc.

VISITORS

Visitors should enter the building through the South doors. Any visitors to Hannibal High School should immediately report to the main office in order to obtain a Visitor’s Badge. The Board of Education policy states that NO VISITORS with students shall be permitted during the school day without authorization of the Hannibal High School Administration.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Announcements will be read during the first 5 minutes of first hour daily. If you have a 1st block class off campus, you are encouraged to check the HHS Website for daily announcements. Any school organization may have an announcement placed in the daily bulletin provided it is approved by the sponsor, and it is in the office by 2:00 the day before it is to be announced.

ILLNESS DURING SCHOOL DAY

Illness during the school day requires that the student must report to the school nurse and then to the attendance office. The student's parents must be contacted by a school official to determine if it is necessary for the student to leave school. Students are not to report directly to the nurse's office without an illness report. A teacher must sign an illness report that is filled out by the student before the student reports to the nurse's office. Students may be considered truant or disciplinary action taken if this procedure is not followed.

MAKE‑UP WORK

Student absences falling on the day of a scheduled test or advance assignment shall be treated in the following manner.

1. If the student was present the day prior to a scheduled test and absent the day of the test, the student will generally be expected to take the test on the first day the student returns to school.

2. If the student is absent several days prior to a scheduled test, reasonable accommodation will be made for test make-up.

3. Advance assignments are due the day the student returns to school unless arrangements have been made in advance with the instructor.

4. Because a student who has been very ill one day may return to school the following day, it is not always reasonable to expect that the student will return to school with all assignments completed. Please make reasonable accommodations in such instances.

5. If a student is absent the day an assignment is made, reasonable time will be given to complete and hand in the assignment(s)

6. Students who have an unexcused absence or truancy will be allowed to make-up their work for credit, but a 1% deduction will be made in their overall semester grade per each class affected.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

The educational process requires continuity of instruction and learning experiences, classroom participation, and regular interactions with other students and the classroom teacher. Student attendance is directly correlated with learning and academic success. The benefit of regular classroom instruction cannot be entirely regained after absences, even with after-school instruction. Because of our belief in the benefits of regular attendance, the Hannibal High School faculty expects and requires regular attendance from all students.

Regular school attendance is a family responsibility. The school also has a responsibility to assist families by supporting their efforts to ensure school attendance. Hannibal High School’s attendance policy is designed to assist families but does not transfer the responsibility for regular attendance to the school.

The appropriate attendance standard for academic success is 100% attendance. Students who miss more than three days per quarter are jeopardizing their academic success.

To encourage regular attendance, the faculty will use a system of awarding extra credit percentage points to semester grade totals. If a student misses no more than one day in a class per semester, two percent will be added to his/her semester grade. If a student misses no more than three days in a class per semester, one percent will be added to his/her semester grade.

Daily Attendance Incentive – NEW FOR 2009-2010

To encourage good attendance and promptness a daily incentive will be implemented. Any student who has been on time to each class during the school day and has not been absent will earn a preferential dismissal at 2:30. Absences not counted against students include school sponsored fieldtrips / activities, or office delays which are coded S or D in SISk12. All other students will be released at the normal 2:35 dismissal.

Attendance Policy

1. When a student is absent from school, the student’s parents are asked to call the attendance secretary by 7:45 a.m. on the day of absence to report the reason for the absence. This call will excuse the student’s absence. Students whose parents have not contacted the school should bring a note to the attendance secretary on the day of their return. The note should be signed by a parent verifying the absence as parent excused. If the parent has not called to notify the attendance clerk of a student absence and a student does not bring a parental note to the attendance secretary within 24 hours of returning to school after an absence, the students absence will be counted as unexcused/truant.

2. Types of absences:

a. Excused - Absence verified by a parent as necessary for the student’s well being. Students are allowed nine (9) parental excused absences per semester. The following excused absences (doctor’s excuses, dental appointments, court dates, pre-arranged absences with the principal, funerals, etc.) do not count against the nine (9) parental excused absences per semester. The following absences with verified documentation will not count against the allotted absences per quarter for the HHS Pirate Pride Positive Discipline Privilege Level (doctor’s excuses, dental appointments, court dates, pre-arranged absences with the principal, one college visit per quarter, funerals, etc.). SisK12 codes (X,V,S,)

b. Unexcused - Any absence that does not have the proper verification or documentation, or any absence that has exceeded the number of parental excused absences (9) for the semester. This applies to absences that are verified by the parents without proper documentation. SisK12 code (A)

c. Truancy - Any time a student is absent without the knowledge and/or permission of the student’s parents and/or the school administration, the student is considered to be truant. SisK12 code (K)

d. Off-Campus Suspension (OCS) - Absences due to being assigned to the OCS program for the student’s violation of the school’s code of conduct. This program is held at the HEC at 205 South 5^th St. SisK12 code (I)

e. Out-of-building suspension (OBS) - Absences due to suspension for the student’s violation of the school’s code of conduct. SisK12 code (O)

3. Unexcused/Truancy absences will start over again each semester.

The following interventions will be used for unexcused/truancy absences:

Each unexcused/truancy absence will result in a 1% reduction in the students overall semester grade.

Pass/Fail courses – truancies will result in office referrals

3. Students may make-up work for all absences according to each of his or her teacher’s make-up policy. It is the student’s responsibility to know the policy for each class and to complete missed work accordingly.

4. Students who are suspended from school to the Off Campus Suspension (OCS) program are given their school work to complete. Any work completed during an OCS assignment in a timely manner will be given full credit.

5. Students who are suspended from school (OBS) are expected to do their school work to stay current with the objectives of the class. Students will receive credit for their work, but 2% will be deducted from the student’s semester grade for each day missed due to OBS.

6. After six (6) days of parent excused absences for the semester, students will be placed on an Attendance Probation Contract. Students who reach this level will only have absences excused for the following reasons: doctor’s excuses, dental appointments, court dates, pre-arranged absences with the principal, or funerals. The student will be allowed to miss three (3) days more parentally excused absences that are not of this type. For a student who is under the age of 16, a copy of the Attendance Probation Agreement will be sent to the Juvenile Authorities (JJC).

7. After nine (9) days of parent excused absences for the semester for a student who is 16 years old or older, the student and parent may be required to attend an attendance review meeting with a Principal to discuss the student’s attendance and current academic progress. The tenth and all future absences without a valid medical, principal, or school related excuse will by considered unexcused/truant. Credit for the classes missed will not be awarded.

8. If a student misses more than nine (9) days in a semester that are excused by the parent/guardian, the Principal has the option of dropping the student from enrollment for the semester if the student is not passing six (6) classes or the parents, principal, and student can extend the probation an additional day if mutually agreed upon.

9. If the student is dropped from enrollment for violating his/her Attendance Probation Contract, he/she will be encouraged to re-enroll at the start of the next semester at Hannibal High School.

10. After nine (9) days of absence for the semester for a student who is 15 years old or younger, the student and parent may be required to attend an attendance review meeting with the Principal to discuss the student’s attendance and current academic progress. At this time, the Principal has the option of placing an Educational Neglect Hotline call to the Division of Family Services and/or contacting JJC.

11. Senior students who have earned enough credits to graduate at the end of their seventh semester but choose to attend an eighth semester must remain in good standing during the eighth semester. If an eighth semester senior student misses more than nine (9) days during the second semester of their senior year, he/she may be dropped from enrollment and listed as a mid-year graduate. On the ninth (9) absence for the semester for a senior who has earned enough credits to graduate, the student and parent will be required to attend an attendance review meeting with the Principal to discuss the student’s attendance and current academic progress. At this time, the Principal has the option of dropping the student from enrollment and awarding the student a diploma for being a mid-term graduate, or the parents, principal, and student can extend the probation an additional day if mutually agreed upon.

12. Decisions of the Principal may be appealed to the Hannibal High School Attendance Committee for review. The Hannibal High School Attendance Committee will consist of members of the HHS Guidance Department, members of the HHS Administration, and members of the HHS Staff. Parent notification will also include information regarding further appeals procedures.

13. In case of a serious accident, extended serious illness, or other emergency health situations where an extended absence from school is expected, a doctor’s letter and an “Application for Homebound Instruction” should be filed with the Hannibal High School Guidance Department.

14. A student must be in attendance all day on the day of an extracurricular activity unless excused by a principal. Students who participate in an activity on a night before school is in session must be in school on time the morning after the event unless excused by a principal. Students who arrive at school after 8:30 a.m. or who miss more than 45 minutes of school without pre-approval by a principal will be ineligible to participate in activities after school that day. These activities include but are not limited to athletic contests and practices, homecoming activities, dances, etc.

Senior students wishing to visit a college or other post-secondary institution should make arrangements by having his/her parent or guardian communicate with office personnel at least five days in advance. The student will be given a blue slip to be signed prior to the college visit by teachers for classes missed. Upon returning to school the student will be expected to present signed documentation from college personnel verifying an official college visit. Absences due to a required court appearance are to be verified in writing by a court official.

ADMINISTERING MEDICINES TO STUDENTS

With the exception of students in special education programs, or those with section 504 Accommodation Plans, the school district is not obligated to supply or administer medication to children. However, the Board recognizes that some students may require medication for chronic or short-term illness during the school day to enable them to remain in school and participate in their education. Therefore, the Board directs the superintendent to establish procedures for the administration of medication for any student provided the following requirements are met.

The administration of medications, including over-the-counter medications are nursing activities which shall be under the direction of the school nursing staff. A registered professional nurse may delegate and thereby will supervise the administration of medication by unlicensed personnel who are trained by the nurse to administer medications.

I. Prescription Medication

The parent/guardian will provide a written request that the school district comply with the physician's request to give medication. Parents are responsible for administering the first dose of any medication.

The parent/guardian will supply the medication in a properly labeled container from the pharmacy with only those doses to be given at school and with instructions for any special need for storage, e.g. refrigeration. Medication supplies should not exceed a 30-day supply.

II. Over-the-Counter Medication

Written permission must be obtained from a parent/guardian to administer over-the-counter medications which have been prescribed. Medications must be supplied by the parent/guardian. This permission must be renewed at least annually.

III. Emergency Medication

Parents are responsible for supplying the school with medication to be administered in the event of a severe allergic reaction. The emergency medication and physician's orders for such medication shall be kept in a secure location but easily accessible to qualified designated personnel.

IV. Self-Administration of Medication

Students with a chronic health condition, such as asthma or other potentially life-threatening illness, may assume responsibility for their own medication as part of learning self-care. The Board may permit a student to self-administer medication such as a metered-dose inhaler, provided that the following conditions have been met:

A. The parents/guardians of the student must provide the principal with written authorization for the self-administration of medication, a written medical history of the student's experience with the respiratory illness, and a plan of action for addressing any emergency situations that could reasonably be anticipated as a consequence of administering the medication and having the illness. And that the student has been instructed in the proper method of self-administering the medication and has been informed of the dangers of permitting others to use the student's medication.

B. The principal must inform the parents/guardians of the student, in writing, that the district and its employees or agents shall incur no liability as a result of any injury arising from the self-administration by the student, absent any negligence by the district, its employees or agents; or as a result of providing all of the above-mentioned relevant information to the school nurse, absent any negligence by the district, its employees or agents, or in the absence of a school nurse, to the school administrator.

C. The parents/guardians of the student must sign a statement acknowledging that the district shall incur no liability as a result of any injury arising from the student's self-administration of medication, and that the parents/guardians shall indemnify and hold harmless the district and its employees or agents against any claims arising out of the student's self-administration of medication.

Permission for the student to self-administer medication for asthma or other potentially life-threatening illness is effective for the school year for which it is granted, and is renewed for each subsequent school year upon meeting the conditions set forth above.

V. Documentation

A record documenting in writing the student's name, date, time, name of medication, dosage administered, and signature of the individual who administered the medication must be maintained.

CONTAGIOUS DISEASES POLICY

Contagious diseases such as pink eye, strep throat, head lice, impetigo, etc., must be treated by a doctor. Most students may return to school after being on medication a minimum of 24 hours. Pink eye and head lice may require a longer absence from school. When possible, all treatment including Band-Aids, ointments, lotions, etc., should be given at home before coming to school. Medications such as antibiotics given 3 times a day should be given before school, immediately after school, and just before bedtime, unless directed specifically by a doctor.

CUSTODIAL AND NONCUSTODIAL PARENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

When parents of a student are separated, involved in divorce proceedings, or are divorced, the building principal will respect the rights of custodial and non-custodial parents equally except when a court order exists concerning special restrictions. It is the responsibility of the custodial parent to provide the school principal with a copy of such a court order if restricted access to a student or student information is requested.

Parent rights include access to student records and school mailings, attendance at parent/teacher conferences and Individual Educational Program (IEP) meetings. The authority to request that a student be released early or be absent from school for a legitimate reason will be granted to the custodial parent who has physical custody of the student, unless the custodial parent notifies Hannibal High School that the non-custodial parent may do this. It is the responsibility of the non-custodial parent to inform the school office of his/her name, address, and phone number if they wish to be consulted regarding their child or wish to be placed on the school's mailing list.

BELL AND LUNCH SHIFT SCHEDULE

Block A1 - B1 7:45 - 9:20

The two formal dances are Jack of Hearts and Junior/Senior Prom. Dress for both dances is formal, but semi-formal attire is acceptable. Junior/Senior Prom is reserved for juniors and seniors and their dates. In addition, all students who participate in HHS dances must conform to the standards established in the Student Personal Appearance Code. Any dress that is questionable in nature must be pre-approved by the principal. In order to have a dress pre-approved by the principal, the student must present a picture of herself in the dress to the principal to be approved. Students are expected to dance in an appropriate manner. Students who engage in sexually suggestive or vulgar dancing will be asked to leave the dance. Dances are for currently enrolled Hannibal High School students. If a student wishes to bring a non-HHS student date, they must complete a Dance Guest Request and have it approved by the Principal. Guests will not be allowed into any HHS dance without an approved Dance Guest Request. Middle school students are not permitted at any HHS dance. Students who are on the Fine’s List or on the Red Level will not be allowed to attend any school dance.

STUDENT AFFECTION

Students are to conduct themselves as ladies and gentlemen while on the school campus. Undue affection shown toward one another is not considered acceptable behavior. Students, who continue with this type of behavior while at school, will be counseled and disciplinary action will result if corrections are not made.

PIRATE PRIDE POSITIVE STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY PROGRAM

Students earn a privilege level based on their attendance, tardies, grades, and office assigned discipline. Students will be issued a Pirate Privilege Card at the beginning of the school year based on fourth quarter of the previous school year. Students will have their Privilege Level evaluated at the end of each quarter. Students who have met the criteria for the Pirate Privilege card will be a issued a new card at the beginning of each quarter.

Students should keep their Pirate Privilege Card in their possession at all times. Students will be asked during the school day to present their Pirate Privilege card to staff members in order to earn the privilege being awarded at that time. Students will be expected to turn their Pirate Privilege card in at the end of each quarter to be eligible for Pirate Pride Drawings.

Pirate Privilege Criteria:

1. Any HHS Student who is a freshman-senior.

2. No grade of D or F for previous quarter.

3. Missed no more than 8 blocks of parent excused absences in the previous quarter.

4. 4 or less tardies to all classes in the previous quarter.

5. No office assigned discipline in the previous quarter.

Privileges earned with Pirate Privilege Card

1. Preferential dismissal to lunch (2 minutes at teacher discretion)

2. $1 admission to all HHS athletic events (excluding MSHSAA events)

3. One waiver for 75 minutes of office assigned discipline

Students who maintain a Pirate Privilege during all four quarters will be eligible for additional incentives/prizes.

RED LEVEL PRIVILEGES FORFEITED

1. Not allowed to attend all school functions such as athletic events, vocal and instrumental music concerts, school dances, and all other school sponsored activities.

2. Loss of preferential dismissal to lunch (2 minutes) at teacher discretion.

3. Loss of early dismissal at 2:00 PM on last day of the quarter.

4. NO Hall Pass travel privilege. Only allowed to travel under restroom emergencies with a staff escort.

5. Not allowed to attend all student assemblies.

6. Not eligible to participate in extracurricular activities while at the Red Level.

7. *SENIORS ONLY - Not eligible for Senior Week off during last week of school.

*SENIORS CANNOT BE ON RED LEVEL FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN DAYS DURING THE 2ND SEMESTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE SENIOR WEEK OFF.

STUDENT DISCIPLINE CODE AND INTERVENTIONS

C. Dishonesty

An act of lying, whether written or verbal, including forgery. Punishment will include nullification of the forged document.

D. Academic Dishonesty

Academic Dishonesty will not be tolerated at HHS. The following policy is in effect and cumulative for the entire career of a student at HHS.

1st OCCURRENCE On the first offense of cheating in any class, the student will receive a zero (F) on that particular work. An assistant principal will be notified and the assignment will be placed on file. The parents will be informed by the assistant principal.

2ND OCCURRENCE On the second offense of cheating in any class, the maximum penalty will be a failure in that particular class for the semester. An assistant principal will be notified and the student's work placed on file. The parents will be informed by the assistant principal.

E. Defiance.

Refusing to do as instructed by faculty or staff.

F. Use of profanity.

Use of words which, by community standards, are considered inappropriate for use in school and which have no legitimate basis for use in school. Words which are used to demean or disparage other students.

G. Out of Place.

Being at any part of the buildings or the grounds at an inappropriate time without permission of a teacher or other supervisor.

H. Cell Phones

Possession or use of personal communication devices such as beepers, pagers, or cellular telephones is prohibited. These devices will be confiscated and returned only to the parent/guardian of the student.

Exceptions: These devices may be used before school or during lunch in the cafeteria only.

1^st offense - warning (*parent must pick up)

2^nd offense - 225 discipline minutes

3^rd offense - 3 days OCS

4^th offense - 5 days OCS & parent conference

5^th offense – 3 days OBS

I. Other Electronic Devices

Use of personal listening devices, laser pointers, cameras, and other electronic devices are not allowed at Hannibal High School during the school day. Students in possession of these electronic devices will have them confiscated and returned to them at the end of the school day. Exception: Personal listening devices may be used before school or during lunch in the cafeteria only.

J. Bus misconduct.

Misbehavior by a student on a school bus owned or contracted by the school district. Any misconduct may be punished by temporary or permanent removal from the bus and/or the same intervention that would apply if the misconduct had occurred in school or in a classroom.

K. Technology Misconduct

Attempting, regardless of success, to gain unauthorized access to a technology system or information; to use district technology to connect to other systems in evasion of the physical limitations of the remote system; to copy district files without authorization; to interfere with the ability of others to utilize district technology; to secure a higher level of privilege without authorization; to introduce computer viruses, hacking tools, or other disruptive/destructive programs onto or using district technology; or to evade or disable a filtering/blocking device. Major violations of this policy may lead to recommendations of in school or out of school suspension. Loss of technology privileges will be assigned for each offense.

L. Weapons.

Students are forbidden to bring dangerous weapons to school. (Examples include, but are not limited to, knives with blades in excess of 2.5 inches or of a switchblade variety, any pocket knife that is brandished in school , guns, chains, clubs, metal knuckles, explosives, shocking devices or any other item which might be used as, represented as, or perceived to be a weapon.)

J. Possession of pocket knife.

Students are forbidden to possess a pocket knife in school or at school activities. A pocket knife will be classified as any tool with a blade on it that is less than 2.5 inches long. A student who brandishes a pocket knife in school will be subject to the disciplines mentioned in Item L. Weapons.

K. Fireworks.

Students are forbidden to bring, possess, or ignite fireworks of any kind or description to school.

III. Violations against persons.

A. Bullying

Repeated and systematic intimidation, harassment and attacks on a student or multiple students, perpetuated by individuals or groups. Bullying includes, but is not limited to: physical violence, verbal taunts, name calling and put downs, threats, extortion, damaging property, etc. Bullying may also include cyberbullying or cyberthreats. Cyberbullying is sending or posting harmful or cruel text or images using the Internet or other digital communication devices that causes a significant disruption at school. Cyberthreats are online materials that threaten or raise concerns about violence against others, suicide, or self-harm that causes a significant disruption at school. Consequences will be determined on a case by case basis. It is the policy of Hannibal High School that bullying will not be tolerated and will be dealt with severely.

B. Hazing

Any activity that a reasonable person believes would negatively impact the mental or physical health or safety of a student or put the student in a ridiculous, humiliating, stressful or disconcerting position for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, admission, membership or maintenance of membership in any group, class, organization, club or athletic team including, but not limited to, a grade level, student organization or school-sponsored activity. Hazing may occur even when all students involved are willing participants. Consequences will be determined on a case by case basis. It is the policy of Hannibal High School that hazing will not be tolerated and will be dealt with severely.

C. Assault ‑ Student.

Hitting, striking, and/or attempting to cause injury to another student, intentionally placing another student in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury. If the circumstances warrant, the Hannibal Police Department will be called and assault charges will be filed.

D. Assaulting a staff or faculty member.

Striking or otherwise physically attacking a member of the faculty or staff. If the circumstances warrant, the Hannibal Police Department will be called and assault charges will be filed.

E. Fighting.

Mutual combat in which both parties have contributed to the conflict either verbally or physically. If the circumstances warrant, the Hannibal Police Department will be called and charges filed for peace disturbance.

F. Threats and scuffling.

Aggressive behavior between two or more students which does not result in blows being struck or wrestling but rather ends or is prevented in preliminary stages. Threats made toward another student. In these cases, the students will be sent home for the day in order to diffuse the situation and to prevent a possible physical confrontation.

G. Threats toward faculty or staff.

Profane or disrespectful language that is threatening in nature or physically intimidating towards a faculty or staff member.

H. Verbal abuse toward faculty or staff:

Profane language or gestures directed toward a staff or faculty member.

I. Racial Harassment.

It is the policy of Hannibal High School to maintain a learning and working environment that is free from racial harassment. Examples of racial harassment may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Unwanted racial behaviors, such as, oral comments, name calling, jokes, pictures, etc.;

2. purposefully limiting or denying minority students access to educational resources, such as computers or weight rooms;

3. Use of words or statements that are used to demean or disparage any race or ethnic group, regardless of the race or ethnic origin of the person using such statements.

If a student believes he or she is being racially harassed, the student should bring the concern to the attention of one of the building principals or the Title IX compliance coordinator Susan Johnson, assistant superintendent. If the student for any reason would prefer to report the student's concern to another administrator within the school district, the student may do so. Consequences: Consequences will be determined on a case by case basis using the following guidelines. It is the policy of Hannibal High School that racial harassment will not be tolerated and will be dealt with severely.

J. Sexual harassment or indecent conduct.

Sexual harassment constitutes unlawful sexual discrimination. It is the policy of Hannibal High School to maintain a learning and working environment that is free from sexual harassment. Examples of harassment and/or indecent conduct may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Unwanted sexual behavior, such as touching, oral comments, sexual name calling, spreading sexual rumors, jokes, pictures, leers, overly personal conversation, cornering or blocking a student's movement, pulling clothes, students "making out" on school premises;

2. Use of unwelcome verbal, written or symbolic language based on gender or of a sexual nature or unwelcome physical contact based on gender or of a sexual nature that has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with a students’s educational environment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational environment ;

3. when such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with a student’s educational performance or creates an intimidating,

A. Possession, use or attendance under the influence of controlled substances, alcoholic beverages, or substances represented to be such. In cases where there is a reasonable suspicion that a student is under the influence, an alcohol screening device will be administered to the student. After administering the screening device, the parent/guardian will be notified of the suspicion and the results of the procedure. If a student refuses to submit to a screening device, the parent will be notified and permission will be sought from the parent. Alcohol screening devices will be used in instances where there is reasonable suspicion that a student has consumed alcohol at school or a school event or prior to arrival at school or a school event. A refusal by the student and/or parent to use the screening device will result in the same disciplinary consequences as testing positive with the screening device. (See also the Policy on Drug Free School section.)

B. Sale or distribution of controlled substances, alcoholic beverages, or substances represented to be such.

C. Possession of drug paraphernalia.

Any device or material that aids in the use of a controlled substance.

D. Tobacco Use or possession:

Tobacco products found in a student's possession will be confiscated and disposed of by a Principal. Students shall not smoke, use, or possess tobacco on school grounds, adjacent property, or buses before, during, or after school or at school sponsored activities, home or away.

HANNIBAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS EXTRACURRICULAR CODE OF CONDUCT

The Board of Education, the Administration, and the coaching staff of Hannibal Public Schools have high expectations of those who represent our school on athletic teams. HHS and HMS student athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects integrity on themselves, their team and teammates, and the school. Participation in the HHS and HMS Athletic Programs is considered a privilege, not a right. Parents, guardians, and student athletes should understand that this code does not contain a complete list of what might be considered inappropriate behavior as a HHS or HMS athlete. Students who represent a school in interscholastic activities must be creditable citizens and judged so by the building principal certifying a list of students for competition. Those students whose character or conduct is such as to reflect discredit upon themselves or their schools are not considered creditable citizens. This code of conduct is in effect for the student/athlete’s entire athletic career and applies throughout the calendar year. Efforts by students or their parents to hide violations, or deceive school officials on issues related to citizenship will result in long-term suspensions from all activities. HHS and HMS athletes are expected to demonstrate excellent conduct in their classrooms, in the community, and on the field of athletic competition. Nothing less is acceptable.

Use or Possession of Alcohol/ Drugs or Major Discipline Code Violations – The Board of Education, the Administration, and the coaching staff of Hannibal Public Schools consider the following as violations of the ideals of the athletic code of conduct which warrant the indicated actions:

1. Confirmed involvement in the use or possession of a controlled substance.

2. Confirmed involvement in the use or possession of an alcoholic beverage.

3. Violation of the rules and regulations of the HHS or HMS Discipline Code that result in an Out-of-School Suspension greater than five (5) days or a cumulative total of Out-of-School Suspension days exceeding five (5) days.

First Offense - Participant will be suspended for a minimum of 20% of the team’s games during that season. If the occurrence takes place too late in the season to levy a 20% penalty, the penalty shall carry into the next season in which the athlete goes out for AND completes a sport.

Second Offense - An athlete with a second confirmed incident involving drugs or alcohol will be suspended for a minimum of 75% of the athlete’s upcoming games in the current season and/or the following season in which the athlete goes out for AND completes a sport. The student athlete would also be required to complete an approved substance abuse treatment program before reinstatement into any activity.

Third Offense - An athlete would automatically be suspended for 365 days. The student athlete would also be required to complete an approved substance

abuse treatment program before reinstatement into any activity.

Fourth Offense - An athlete would be banned from representing the Hannibal School District for the remainder of their scholastic career.

Note: Efforts by students or their parents to hide violations, or deceive school officials on issues related to citizenship will result in long-term suspensions from all activities.

Use of Tobacco, Theft or Vandalism – The Board of Education, the Administration, and the coaching staff of HHS and HMS consider the following as violations of the ideals of the athletic program and will result in the consequences indicated below:

1. Confirmed involvement in smoking or chewing any tobacco substance.

2. Confirmed involvement in major theft or vandalism of personal or school property as described in the HHS and HMS school handbooks.

First Offense - Participant may be suspended from the student/athlete’s current and/or next athletic season for a maximum period of forty-five (45) days of participation or until all obligations to society have been met, whichever time is longer.

Second Offense - Participant may be suspended from the student/athlete’s current and/or next athletic season for a maximum period of ninety (90) days of participation or until all obligations to society have been met, whichever time is longer.

Third Offense - Participant may be excluded from all athletic activities for a maximum period of one (1) year or until all obligations to society have been met, whichever time is longer.

CONFIRMED INVOLVEMENT/ADMISSION is defined to be direct information received from the Police Department, information received from an Administrator including the Athletic Director, or a member of the Hannibal Public Schools coaching staff or faculty, as well as any admission of involvement by the student.

The above violations are cumulative during the athlete’s career in the Hannibal Public Schools extra curricular programs. Due to the range of severity of offenses possible under these policies, the specific suspension period will be determined by the head coach after meeting with the AD, student, and parents/guardians. In order to maintain the highest possible standards for athletics in the Hannibal School System, these minimum requirements are established for all students participating in the athletic program. More restrictive standards may be required by each individual coach; however, these requirements will be set forth in writing, approved by the building principal, distributed to the athletes and parents involved, and kept on file in the Activities Office.

Misconduct, Unexcused Absences or Other Discipline Code Violations – The Board of Education, the Administration, and the coaching staff of the Hannibal Public Schools consider the following as violations of the ideals of the Hannibal Athletic Program which warrant the indicated actions:

1. Violations of the rules and regulations of the HHS or HMS Discipline Codes that result in an Out-of-School Suspension of five (5) or fewer days.

2. Violations of rules and regulations of the HHS or HMS Discipline Codes that result in Off-Campus-Suspension.

3. Unexcused absences from a contest or practice.

4. Misconduct at practice, at a contest, or on an athletic bus.

First Offense - Punishment will be determined by the coach with notification given to the Athletic Director.

Subsequent Offenses - Punishment will be determined by the coach with notification given to the Athletic Director.

* Students who are assigned Off-Campus-Suspension (OCS) will be allowed to practice, but not participate in games during their OCS assignment.

* Students who are assigned Out-of-Building Suspension (OBS) will not be allowed to practice or participate in games during their OBS assignment.

DRUG TESTING POLICY – Every student participating in an extracurricular activity must present a signed drug testing form to their coach/director before they will be allowed to participate in games or contests. By signing the drug testing form, the student understands that they could be randomly chosen to undergo a drug test. Each student will receive a complete policy and signature form upon trying out for an activity.

POLICY PERTAINING TO STUDENT ATHLETE ATTENDANCE-IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN ANY EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY AT HANNIBAL HIGH SCHOOL AND HANNIBAL MIDDLE SCHOOL – A student must be in school, all day, on the day of the activity unless excused by the principal. All students who participate in an activity on a night before school is in session must be in school, on time, the morning after the event unless excused by the principal. These regulations pertain to practices, as well as competitions.

POLICIES PERTAINING TO TERMINATION OF A SPORT (FOR PURPOSES OF CLARIFICATION, THE ATHLETIC YEAR IS DIVIDED INTO THREE SEASONS - FALL, WINTER, AND SPRING SEASONS):

1. Athlete voluntarily terminating a sport - beginning practice in a sport of the same season. Any athlete who tries out for a particular sport and subsequently drops from the squad of his own accord after the first contest in that sport cannot compete in another sport during that sport season, including weight training unless the initial coach grants a release to the athlete.

2. Athlete voluntarily terminating a sport - beginning practice in a sport of the succeeding season. Any athlete who tries out for a particular sport and subsequently drops from the squad of his own accord after the first contest in that sport cannot begin practice in a sport of the succeeding sport season until the schedule of the sport in which he was competing is completed, unless the initial coach grants a release to the athlete.

3. Athlete involuntarily terminating a sport. If any athlete is cut from the squad for other than disciplinary reasons, he may try out immediately for another sport in season or begin practice in a sport of the succeeding sport season. If any athlete is dropped from a squad for disciplinary reasons, he or she may try out for another sport or begin practice in a sport of the succeeding sports season only after the schedule of the sport in which he or she was competing is completed providing all obligations to society have been met and all suspension periods have passed.

4. Dual-sport participation. Athletes may participate in two sports during a single season IF it is agreed upon by both coaches involved and the student-athlete’s parents. One sport would be the “major” sport, taking priority over the “minor” sport. A schedule would have to be agreed upon and signed by all parties before being submitted to the Activities Office before the season begins. This is for high school athletes only.

Hannibal Public Schools Athletic Standards

1. A practice or contest shall not be missed unless previously excused by a coaching staff member of that particular sport. The head coach of that sport will be the final judge as to whether that absence is excusable or not.

2. Any athlete representing Hannibal in interscholastic activities must be a creditable citizen by Missouri State High School Activities Association standards and judged so by the principal of his school. An athlete whose character or conduct is such as to reflect discredit upon himself or his school is not considered a creditable citizen.

3. An athlete who missed class on the date of a contest or practice without being excused by the principal shall not be considered eligible to represent the school on that date. In order to be eligible to attend or participate in any extracurricular activity, a student must be in school at Hannibal High School and Hannibal Middle School, all day, on the day of the activity unless excused by the principal.

4. All athletes are responsible for preservation of school owned athletic equipment. This equipment must be handled properly and accounted for at the conclusion of the sport season. In no case will equipment be given or sold to students. Students who fail to return equipment or uniforms or who have other financial obligations will not be allowed to continue to participate in athletic activities until they have been cleared by that particular coach or administrator.

5. All athletes shall engage in all pre-game, intermission, or post-game ceremonies if such ceremonies are part of the program. The penalty for violation of this standard shall be decided upon by the coach, the athletic director, and the building principal.

6. If an athlete is removed from an athletic contest by an official, the athlete will not be able to participate in the next scheduled contest.

7. Student-athletes are required to adhere to all guidelines set forth by the Missouri State High School Activities Association.

8. Students who wish to ride home with their parents from “away” contests may do so with the following provisions:

* The coach must approve the release of the student-athlete to their parents.

* The student-athlete and their parent must sign the student out with a member of the coaching staff.

* The student-athlete may ride home with their parents only! Student-athletes are NOT allowed to ride home with anyone other than their own parents without prior written approval by the building principal.

The disciplinary actions for the various violations listed in this code are guidelines for the actions that can be taken. A coach’s policies can exceed the listed disciplinary action when such information has been provided to the athlete in that coach’s sport in accordance with the procedure outlined above.

APPEAL PROCEDURE -- A parent/guardian who does not believe that their child’s case has been satisfactorily resolved may utilize the school district’s grievance procedure. The parent/guardian should contact the Athletic Director of Hannibal Public Schools for the proper steps in the grievance procedure.

I understand and agree to conduct myself in accordance with the conditions of the Hannibal Public Schools Athlete’s Code of Conduct.

I approve of my son’s/daughter’s participation in the Hannibal High School and Hannibal Middle School Athletic Programs and I also agree to the conditions of the Hannibal Public Schools Athlete’s Code of Conduct.

LOST AND FOUND

Any item found is to be turned in at the Principal's office. Items lost on school buses are kept at the Transportation Center. The transportation number is 221‑2604. All unclaimed items will be donated to a local service agency.

FINE’S LIST

Fees for damaged or missing books will be issued and determined by the individual classroom teachers. The rate of payment will be determined on a five year normal textbook life. Other fines that a student may be assessed include but are not limited to: Lunch charges, missing fundraiser materials, missing equipment charges, missing locks, etc. Any student who has not paid his/her fines is not eligible for Pirate Pride drawings and is not allowed to attend any high school dances. Any Senior who has not taken care of his/her obligations from the fine’s list will not be awarded his/her diploma and his/her records will not be transferred to requesting post-secondary institutions.

COOPERATIVE SPECIAL EDUCATION

This is a work‑study program and is operated in cooperation with the Missouri State Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Vocational Rehabilitation Department. Special educational counseling is required for this program. It is designed for the educationally disadvantaged pupil.

VIRTUAL SCHOOLS

CORRESPONDENCE COURSES

1. Correspondence courses may be taken to supplement a student’s course of study or to replace courses the student failed.

2. The student must have the approval of the principal in advance of enrollment in the correspondence course.

3. A student may take a maximum of two (2) units of correspondence courses through extension. No more than one (1) required non-elective credit may be replaced by a correspondence course credit. Physical education must be taken at Hannibal High School.

4. If a student is planning to use a correspondence course to qualify for graduation, notice of successful completion of the necessary course must be received on or before the date designated by the principal as the deadline for senior "F"s. If notice is not received, the person will not be allowed to participate in commencement.

INDEPENDENT STUDY POLICY

1. Independent Study will generally be defined as curriculum not presently offered in a department's course offerings.

2. Classes already offered in the curriculum will only be considered for Independent Study at the instructor’s request. In these cases, the normal grading procedures for that class will apply.

3. Independent Study will be non‑weighted.

4. Independent Study will be on a pass‑fail grade system.

5. Independent Study will be available to those Seniors, with a 3.5 cumulative grade point average or higher.

6. One-half unit of credit will be applied toward graduation for each full semester of Independent Study completed.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Membership in National Honor Society is an honor and is recognized as a commitment to continued excellence on the part of the student. Selection to NHS is a privilege, not a right. Membership is open to juniors and seniors who meet the required standards in four areas of evaluation: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale at the end of their sophomore year.

Those students are given a student activity information form to complete in the fall. Each student should have at least one activity in each of the categories on the application form. At least one item in the co-curricular area should be a non-athletic activity. Students who wish to be considered for membership are asked to return this form to the faculty advisor. Members of the faculty are solicited for input regarding a candidate’s character and leadership. Students are then selected to be members by a five-member faculty council appointed by the principal.

Following notification, a formal induction ceremony is held at the school to recognize all the newly selected members. Once inducted, members are required to maintain the same level of performance in all four criteria that led to their selection. This obligation includes regular attendance at chapter meetings and participation in the chapter service projects.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

A student shall successfully complete a minimum of 24 units of credit in a program which is cooperatively planned by the student, parents, and the school to meet the needs of the student. Accumulation of credits will begin with the ninth grade year. Students must also pass the Missouri and the United States Constitution tests.

GRADUATION

REQUIREMENTS

Class of 2010 and Above

Communication Arts* 4

Mathematics 3

Science 3

Social Studies 3

Fine Art 1

Physical Education 1

Practical Arts 1

Computer Application .5 (counts as .5 practical art)

Health .5

Personal Finance .5

Electives 6.5

Total Minimum Requirements 24

The .5 credit of computer applications may be waived if a student passes a computer proficiency test administered by Hannibal High School.

All subjects taken after the eighth (8th) grade count toward high school graduation requirements.

The actual granting of a diploma at commencement exercises is dependent upon the student meeting all requirements for graduation. Persons who do not meet the requirements for graduation WILL NOT participate in commencement exercises.

CREDIT RECOVERY PROGRAM

The Credit Recovery Program is designed to help students recover credit on a semester basis. If a student has failed a core class for a semester with a percent above 50%, the student is eligible for Credit Recovery. A student who meets this qualification will be provided with an ALS checklist by the teacher in the core class in which he/she failed. It is the responsibility of the student to complete the work in the folder. Once the student has completed the work satisfactorily, the student is awarded credit for that class.

When students have failed multiple classes, the following priority list will be used to determine which class the student will recover first:

1. English - The rationale for this is that students must have 4 credits of English and these must be passed in sequence (English 9, English 10, English 11).

5. Social Studies - The rationale for this is that students must have 3 credits of this to graduate.

6. Math and Science - The rationale for this is that students must have 3 credits of both to graduate.

7. Health - The rationale for this is that students must have 2 credit of these to graduate.

A+ LEARNING SYSTEM (ALS) CREDIT EARNING PROGRAM

The A+ Learning System is a self paced computerized program that is correlated to the Missouri Grade Level Expectations. Students who have failed a core class at 50% or below may complete this class by completing the appropriate modules in ALS. The purpose of this program is to address students with credit deficiencies and students with severe attendance issues. The program is designed for the following students and for the following grade levels:

Regular School Year Freshman - Seniors

Summer School Freshman - Seniors

(Students below 50% and not eligible for Credit Recovery)

1. Students enrolled in the ALS Program due to attendance issues may be in any grade level.

2. Students will be allowed to enroll in a maximum of two blocks of ALS unless prior approval is obtained by the HHS Director of Guidance, HHS Principal, and the ALS Program Director.

3. Only students who are credit deficient are allowed to enroll in the ALS Program. Credit deficient will be defined using the following criteria:

- A Sophomore with less than 6 credits after his/her Freshman year.

- A Junior with less than 12 credits after his/her Sophomore year.

- A Senior with less than 18 credits but greater than 15 credits after his/her Junior Year.

- A Senior with less than 15 credits will be eligible for the Missouri Option Program.

4. New students who enroll in the middle of a semester from a another high school who was enrolled in a course which HHS doesn’t offer may be enrolled in the ALS Program.

7. Students not enrolled in an at-risk program through Hannibal High School are not eligible to use the following remedial programs to earn credits towards early graduation:

- Persistence to Success in Graduation Program

- Credit Recovery Programs

- A+ Learning System (ALS)

WEIGHTED GRADE PLAN

In keeping with the recommendations of the American Association of College Admissions Officials and the National Association of Secondary School Principals, Hannibal High School uses the following plan of weighted grades to determine class rank.

WEIGHTED GRADES UNWEIGHTED GRADES

Grade Point Grade Point

Value Value Value Value

A 5 A 4

B 4 B 3

WC 3 (80 - 85%)

C 2 (73 - 79%) C 2

D 1 D 1

F 0 F 0

With the exceptions of alternative programs, and Independent Study classes all subjects are assigned a grade, all subjects have a credit value, and all subjects are used in determining class rank. It is possible in a given semester for a person to achieve a grade point average of five (5). It is not possible for any student to graduate with a five (5) point average, since all students must take some unweighted subjects, to complete State and Local requirements.

The following subjects receive a weighted grade point:

ENGLISH SCIENCE MATHEMATICS

English 11 C.P. Chemistry II Math Analysis

English 12 C.P. Ecology/Lab Experimentation Analytic Geometry/Calculus

Human Anatomy & Physiology

Physics

SOCIAL STUDIES FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Economic Theory Spanish III, Spanish IV, Spanish V

American Studies C.P. French III, French IV, French V

HLG EARLY ENROLLMENT CLASSES

All Core Courses taken at HLG.

HLG EARLY ENROLLMENT PROGRAM

Any HHS Senior who has a 3.0 cumulative GPA is eligible to take dual enrollment classes through HLG. Students are awarded .5 credit from HHS for every 3 hours of college credit awarded by HLG. Tuition is $85 per credit hour and there is a one time application fee of $25. Students are allowed to take a maximum of three (3) dual enrollment classes per semester.

SEMESTER TEST POLICY

All weighted, advanced, and college prep classes have a comprehensive semester test valued at 20% of the semester grade. All other academic classes will have a comprehensive semester test valued at 10% of the semester grade. Practical Arts, Fine Arts, Health/P.E., and Special Education classes will not be required to have a semester test. The teacher has the option to administer a semester test if he or she so desires. Semester projects may be appropriate in lieu of a semester test and they may count up to 20% of the final semester grade.

HONOR ROLL

The average of all grades earned that quarter or semester must be a 3.0 to be eligible for the "B" honor roll. To be eligible for the "A" honor roll, an average of all grades must be a 4.0. Any student receiving a grade of "F" will not be eligible for the Honor Roll.

GRADUATION HONORS

CUM LAUDE HONORS SYSTEM

In place of honoring a Valedictorian and Salutatorian, a Cum Laude Honors System will be implemented with the Class of 2007 and future classes. The eligibility requirements for these honors are listed below:

SUMMA CUM LAUDE

1. Students has a 4.2 cumulative GPA or above on the HHS weighted scale.

2. Student scores a composite score of 26 or above on the ACT or a combined score of 1170 or above on the SAT.

MAGNA CUM LAUDE

1. Student has a GPA between 4.00 and 4.19.

2. Student scores a composite score at least between 22 and 25 on the ACT or a combined score of between a 1020 or 1160 on the SAT.

CUM LAUDE

1. Student has a GPA between 3.80 and 3.99.

2. Student scores a composite score at least between 20 and 21 on the ACT or a combined score of between a 940 or 1010 on the SAT.

STUDENT RECORDS

The family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age ("eligible students") certain rights with respect to the student's education records. These rights are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the school receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the school principal (or appropriate school official) a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The school official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Parents or eligible students may ask the school to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the principal or appropriate official, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the school will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

An employee, supervisor or student who is aware of any harassment directed toward a student or employee of the school district shall immediately report such conduct to the appropriate school official. When a complaint alleging harassment is received, an investigation will be conducted by the school district during which every effort shall be made to preserve the confidentiality of the person making the complaint. In determining whether the alleged conduct constitutes harassment, consideration shall be given to the record of the incident as a whole and to the totality of the circumstances, including the context in which the alleged incidents occurred. The complaint files containing allegations of harassment shall be separately maintained and shall be confidential to the extent possible under law.

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

Employees who believe that their complaint has not been satisfactorily resolved may utilize the appropriate school district grievance procedure. A student who believes that his or her complaint has not been satisfactorily resolved may utilize the School District's grievance procedure, Board of Education Policy section 5.90-1, paragraph 3.

NON‑DISCRIMINATION

No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under the educational programs or activities of Hannibal High School on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, or handicap. The Title IX coordinator and the Section 504 coordinator is Susan Johnson.

NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS OF STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Hannibal School District No. 60, Hannibal, Missouri in conformance with the U.S. General Education Provisions Act, declares the following as "directory information". As provided in that act, this information concerning students may be made public:

1. Student's name, address, telephone listing

2. Date and place of birth

3. Pictures

4. Participation in officially recognized activities

5. Weight and height of members of athletic teams

6. Dates of attendance

7. Honors and awards received.

This public notice is required by law before such information can be placed in yearbooks, student directories or other student publications. If any parent or legal guardian of a student does not want any of this information released without his or her consent, he or she may contact the principal of the school that the student attends within thirty (30) days of this notice.

HANNIBAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

PUBLIC COMPLAINTS OR CONCERNS POLICY

Hannibal, Missouri

(Effective November 14, 2001)

The following steps are proper procedures to be followed by persons with questions or complaints regarding the operation of the school district. This complaint resolution procedure applies to all programs administered by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) under the Goals 2000: Educate America Act and the Improving Schools Act (ISA).