Dear Granite Hills Parents and Students, As your principal, it is an honor to serve every one of our students and families at Granite Hills High School. Whether you are beginning your journey as an Eagle or nearing graduation, I am committed to engaging every one of you in an educational experience that challenges you to discover your fullest potential while preparing you for life after high school.

I am proud to be principal of this school known for maintaining high academic achievement while fostering interest and excellence in athletics and a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. Part of the success of Granite Hills is attributed to a climate and culture on campus that supports student success. There is no doubt in my mind that every student possesses the skills, knowledge, and ability to continue this tradition of excellence at Granite Hills High School.

The Student Handbook serves as a tool to guide conduct and actions to maintain and ultimately improve campus life and the Granite Hills experience for every one of you. Being a Granite Hills Eagle requires all of us to conduct ourselves appropriately. I challenge every Eagle to consider the contents of this handbook while setting challenging goals for the new school year.

“By recording your dreams and goals on paper, you set in motion the process of becoming the person you most want to be. Put your future in good hands—your own.” - Mark Victor Handen On behalf of the entire Granite Hills staff, I welcome all students and families to the 2017-2018 school year. August 15

First Semester

2017-2018 CALENDAR

School Begins

September 4 No School (Labor Day) 22 First Student Progress Report

November 3 Second Student Progress Report 10 No School (Veterans Day) 20-24 Thanksgiving Recess December 21 Semester 1 ends 22 Faculty Workday (No Students) 25-Jan 5 Winter Recess

Second Semester

January 8 School Resumes 15 Holiday (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) February 12 Holiday (Lincoln Day Observed) 16 First Student Progress Report 19 Holiday (Washington Day Observed) March 26-Apr 6 Spring Recess April 20 May 28

June 6 7

Second Student Progress Report No School (Memorial Day) Semester 2 Ends Graduation

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PEOPLE YOU NEED TO KNOW

PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE Michael Fowler, Principal Barbara Sexton, Principal’s Secretary

(619) 593-5512 (619) 593-5512

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS Jake Gaeir (last names A-F) Dan Santos (last names G-N) Dale Sheehan (last names O-Z)

(619) 593-5523 (619) 593-5520 (619) 593-5522

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL SECRETARIES Cherrie Launder Dawnn Bailey

(619) 593-5524 (619) 593-5527

COUNSELORS Erin Burke Pete Grisafi Kristina Moya Susan Saunders Lisa Statley Guadalupe Sturgeon Summer Lambert (Resource Center Coordinator)

(619) 593-5546 (619) 593-5539 (619) 593-5539 (619) 593-5543 (619) 593-5548 (619) 593-5528 (619) 593-5575

GUIDANCE STAFF Kathy Dizney, Secretary Glenn Recasner, Guidance Specialist Marilyn Morse, Guidance Specialist

(619) 593-5540 (619) 593-5541 (619) 667-6439

Danielle Garcia, Nurse

(619) 593-5571

Susie Fabri, Attendance Clerk

(619) 593-5532

Jill Harrison, Finance Clerk

(619) 593-5537

Aubree Mascari, Book Clerk

(619) 593-5562

Lynn Kraszewski, Librarian

(619) 667-6462

Daniel Root, Associated Student Body Advisor (ASB)

(619) 593-5696

School Police Officer

(619) 593-5573

Ernest Webb, Cafeteria

(619) 593-5578

See Ms. Garcia for all medical related needs. All medications MUST be checked in with the nurse. Check in with the attendance office when you return from an absence, need attendance reports, or need to turn in doctor’s notes and other documentation of excused absences. The finance office sells spirit gear, PE clothes, and tickets to dances and special events. The Book Clerk tracks and maintains the textbooks for each class. See the Librarian for help with research needs and library materials. ASB assists in funding numerous events on campus. Input from students is desired and welcome. A police officer is on special assignment with Granite Hills from the El Cajon Police Department. He assists with matters, which by their nature involve law enforcement.

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Athletic Seasons and Contacts Jake Gaeir, Athletic Assistant Principal James Davis, Athletic Director Cherrie Launder, Athletic Secretary

Fall Sports Cross Country (B&G) Field Hockey Football Girls Golf Girls Tennis Girls Volleyball Boys Water Polo

(619) 593-5523 (619) 593-5601 (619) 593- 5524

Winter Sports Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Girls Water Polo Wrestling

BELL SCHEDULES 7:00 am 8:00 am 9:00 am 9:53 am 10:07 am 11:07 am 12:06 pm 12:43 pm 1:43 pm 7:20 am 8:00 am 8:40 am 9:20 am 9:53 am 10:07 am 10:50 am 11:30 am

Spring Sports Baseball Boys Golf Gymnastics Boys Lacrosse Girls Lacrosse Softball Boys Swim Girls Swim Boys Tennis Track and Field (B&G) Boys Volleyball

Daily Bell Schedule 1 2 3 BREAK 4 5 LUNCH 6 7 Collaboration Day Bell Schedule 1 2 3 4 BREAK 5 6 7 5

jgaeir @ guhsd.net [email protected] [email protected]

7:53 am 8:53 am 9:53 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:06 pm 12:36 pm 1:36 pm 2:36 pm 7:53 am 8:33 am 9:13 am 9:53 am 10:00 am 10:43 am 11:23 am 12:03 pm

Academic Area (A) History / Social Science

(B) English (C) Mathematics (D) Lab Science

(E) Language other than English (F) Visual and Performing Arts (G) Electives

Additional Requirements

GRADUATION AND BEYOND Graduation Requirements

College Admission Requirements (UC/CSU A-G) 4 years (40 credits) 2 years 1 year each: Geography, World 1 year World History, 1 year U.S. History, U.S. History; 1 semester History and/or 1 semester each: Government, Economics Government 4 years (40 credits) 4 years 3 years (30 credits) 3 years Algebra I plus one year higher 4 years recommended: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II 2 years (20 credits) 2 years 1 year physical and 1 year life 3 years recommended: Biology, science Chemistry, Physics or other approved lab science 1 year (10 credits) 2 years 1 year World Language OR 1 year 3 years recommended of same Fine Art required language 1 year 4 to 6 classes (40-60 credits) 1 year 1 year of an elective chosen from any area on the approved “A-G” course list * Technology (met in Geography) * All A-G requirement completed * Career Plan at college prep or higher classes * Physical Education - 2 years * All courses must be completed *220 credits required to graduate with a grade of “C” or better * Maximum of 8 extra grade points awarded for approved H, AP, IB and transferable community college courses

Credit A student receives 5 credits for a semester course. Credits may be earned in high school classes, Adult School, or Community College (11th or 12th grade). Advanced classes taken at the middle school DO NOT earn high school credit, but help the student advance to higher-level courses while in high school. In order to receive credit, the student must receive a “D” grade or higher. 220 credits are required to graduate. Repeating Courses After a student has passed a course, the course may NOT be repeated for credit. A student may repeat a class to improve a grade or gain stronger foundational skills. Both courses will appear on the transcript, but the higher grade is used to calculate GPA.

Credit / No Credit A student may, with prior administrative approval, enroll in elective courses on a Credit/No Credit basis. An elective course is a course that the student is not taking in order to meet a specific graduation course requirement. A maximum of 20 credits of Credit/No Credit course work may be applied to the 220 unit graduation requirement. The Credit/No Credit option may only be exercised if the student is concurrently enrolled in at least five other five-credit courses for which a letter grade will be issued. 6

Honor Grad For the Class of 2017 and beyond: All students achieving a GPA of 3.5 or above, based on the accumulated high school transcript at the seventh semester, or the eighth semester second progress report, who have met all the requirements for earning a high school diploma, completed all UC “a-g” coursework, shall be recognized as Honor Graduates. For the class of 2018 and beyond, all courses used to meet UC “a-g” requirements, including online and college courses, must be posted on a student’s high school transcript. College courses are unweighted.

PE Exemption Year two of the Physical Education requirement may be waived if a student participates in athletics or marching band during grade 10 or 11. NOTE: Seniors applying for admission for the fall term to either the University of California or the California State University system must complete admission testing by December of their senior year.

TESTING CALENDARS

PSAT (Sophomores/Juniors) October 2017

October 7, 2017 November 4, 2017 December 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 May 5, 2018 June 2, 2018

Test Date

Test Date

SAT

Register By

September 8, 2017 October 5, 2017 November 2, 2017 February 9, 2018 April 6, 2018 May 3, 2018

ACT

September 9, 2017 October 28, 2017 December 9, 2017 February 10, 2018 April 14, 2018 June 9, 2018 July 14, 2018

Register By

July 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 November 3, 2017 January 5, 2018 March 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 June 22, 2018

Military Options Students interested in the military after high school should take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery). Please check with the Guidance Center in late October for test date. 7

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How to Change a Class During the first three weeks of each semester, the Guidance Center is available, by appointment, to discuss potential schedule changes. Changes are not made after the three- week period due to the large amount of work you have missed in the potential new course. No changes during the first 3 days of the semester. Absence, Tardy, and Truancy Procedures  Excused Absences: personal illness, illness in the immediate family, medical and dental appointments, funerals, court dates, or other as designated by the Principal.  Unexcused Absences: car problems, oversleeping, out of town, etc.  Verification of an excused tardy must take place at the time it occurs.  Verification of an excused absence must take place within 48 hours of occurrence or it will be recorded as truancy. Consequences for unexcused tardies/absences include detention, parent/guardian notification, Saturday school, Student Attendance Review Team (legal process), Student Attendance Review Board (continued legal process), probation officer, and involuntary change of placement.

How to Obtain an Off Campus Pass Granite Hills High School is a CLOSED CAMPUS; students may not leave without permission. Students that need to leave school during the school day must check out through the Attendance Office or the Nurse Office, by bringing a note from a parent/guardian if it is a scheduled departure, or by asking the Nurse to contact a parent/guardian due to illness. NOTE: Students caught leaving or returning to campus without permission are subject to search and disciplinary action including suspension or expulsion. How to Arrange for Visitors to Campus Visitor passes are granted to individuals who have legitimate business at the school and have made arrangements in advance. Guests, visitors, and parents must register at the front office. Student visitors are not permitted.

Clearance for Athletics/Cheer All athletes and cheerleaders must be cleared before they can participate in any tryout, practice, or competition. The following must be completed: 1. Physical Examination within one year to cover the entire season of sport 2. Insurance or waiver (insurance available at minimal cost through Finance Office) 3. Clear all fines 4. Clearance forms may be obtained from and returned to the Finance Office 5. The Finance Clerk will issue a card to be presented to the coach 6. Student athletes must maintain a 2.0 grade point average, have no more than one “U” in conduct, and be enrolled in at least five 5-credit courses. Visit the Assistant Principal’s Office with questions or to appeal eligibility. How and Why to Get an ASB Card The ASB card provides many discounts at school activities, such as getting into home games (non-playoff games) for free. Students may purchase an ASB card at any time from the Finance Clerk for $30. All proceeds from the $30 purchase go directly to the Associated Student Body who develop many extracurricular activities for students throughout the year, including club activities, lunch activities, dances, and support for our teams. 8

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What to do with Medications Students are not to self-dispense any medication while on campus or at a school function including overthe-counter drugs such as Tylenol, aspirin, cough drops, eye drops, etc. All medications MUST have a doctor prescription with a label. Any prescription medication must be checked in with the Nurse immediately upon arrival on campus. Inhalers are the one exception; students should check in with the nurse regarding the inhaler so that it can be noted on their emergency card.

How to Contact a Teacher All teachers at Granite Hills have a district email account. Email addresses are usually the teacher’s first initial and last name, then @guhsd.net. Telephone numbers are available through the front office and the Granite Hills website. How to Check on Grades Many teachers on campus use an online gradebook. Please contact the teacher to gain access.

How to Apply for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program Applications for the lunch program are available in the Assistant Principal Office and on-line. Students and parents may print the application from the Granite Hills High School website at any point during the school year.

How to Get a Work Permit Work Permits are available in the Assistant Principal office. Students must be between the ages of 14 and 17, have good grades, and good attendance in order to be approved for a Work Permit. Return completed application to the Assistant Principal office and allow 48 hours for processing.

How to Get a Parking Permit In order to park on campus, the students and a parent/guardian must first attend a Smart Start class. The Smart Start program is offered in conjunction with the California Highway Patrol. Once the class is completed, the student may report to the Assistant Principal office and obtain a permit along with all the applicable expectations. How to Get a Bus Pass The district website, www.guhsd.net provides transportation information and is housed under “Departments”.

How to Get Help for School-Related Issues If the issues involve grades, transcripts, your classes, or other academic questions, see the Counseling Secretary to make an appointment with your counselor. If the issues involve other students on campus, see an Assistant Principals for help. For either type of issue, do not wait until the problem gets out of hand before talking to someone!

How to Get Help for Problems Outside of School Granite Hills High School is staffed with two social workers equipped to help students dealing with traumatic experiences (traumatic death, abuse, depression, loss of home, anxiety, alcohol and other drug abuse, suicidal thoughts, and much more). Students dealing with something that feels overwhelming, or need someone to talk to should begin by contact a Counselor or Assistant Principal. 9

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN EAGLE

BEHAVIOR CODE A Behavior Code is provided to each student because students, parents and staff expect and demand a safe, secure and orderly campus. The procedures comply with Grossmont Union High School District Policy, as well as state and federal law, and are based on timely and consistent consequences for disruptive conduct on our campus. Specific Education Code language is provided in the Grossmont Union High School District Parent and Student Rights Handbook issued during the registration process. Explanation of Terms  

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Suspension removes a student from campus for one to five days, after which time the student may return. Expulsion is a formal process that entails suspension and a hearing at the District Office to determine if a student will be dismissed from their current educational setting. Students who have been expelled by the Governing Board may not attend any school or program operated by the Grossmont Union High School District until the Governing Board acts to lift their expulsion. Detention may be assigned by staff members, teachers, or administrators. Students in detention are expected to read or do schoolwork. Talking, sleeping, passing notes, electronic devices, and all other distractions are not allowed. Students who are tardy to detention may not be allowed to enter.

Bicycles, Skateboards, Roller Blades, Scooters Students are to lock their bicycles to one of the available bike racks on campus. Skateboards and scooters are not to be carried by students from class to class. Granite Hills High School staff is not responsible for lost or stolen skateboards or scooters. Bicycles, skateboards, scooters and skates are not to be ridden on campus at any time, including weekends.

Reckless Driving Students who drive and/or park on the Granite Hills High School campus are expected to do so in a careful, responsible manner. Campus speed limit is 10 mph. Careless use of a vehicle on or about the campus will result in loss of parking and driving privileges on campus as well as other disciplinary action. Law enforcement may be contacted. Sportsmanship Granite Hills High School students abide by the rules of the game on the field/court and in the classroom.  Students are expected to be gracious in both victory and defeat.  Granite Hills recognizes the importance of character development for all students.  Granite Hills recognizes that the work of parents at home, instilling core values, should also be supported at school.  Universal values include Caring, Fairness, Respect, Trustworthiness, Responsibility, and Citizenship.  Development of these traits defines good character and leads to positive conduct, productive citizenship and academic excellence. Unsportsmanlike activities, for example heckling, negative cheering, etc., may result in removal from an athletic event as well as discipline deemed appropriate by an Assistant Principal. 10

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN EAGLE Dress Code Students are expected to dress in a manner that reflects positively on themselves, their parents, and their school. Consequences for violating dress code range from detention to suspension and possible referral to an alternative education site. Unacceptable dress includes the following: *Baggy/saggy pants *Showing underwear (bras, boxers, etc.) *Spaghetti strap (strap must completely cover the undergarment) *Thin wrap skirts *White muscle tank shirts / underwear shirts *Backless shirts (shirts must cover the back entirely) *Bare midriff (stomach) may not be exposed *Strapless / tube shirts / off shoulder or single strap garments / bandos / crop tops *Excessively low-cut shirts *See-through clothing *Halter shirts or dresses *Slippers / Pajamas *Micro mini skirts or shorts (shorter than mid-thigh) *Clothing or jewelry with suggestive sexual words or symbols *Garments / accessories displaying logos of racist groups or juvenile gangs, obscene language, vulgar gestures, racist, ethnic or sexual symbols or slurs or symbols of hate, prejudice, intolerance or discrimination, or symbol of the Iron Cross *Apparel advertising or resembling alcohol, tobacco, drugs, death and violence *Wallet or waist chains *Spiked jewelry *Headgear (hats, bandanas, sweatbands, beanies, scarves, hoods, caps, rags) *Overalls that act as the straps of the shirt *Athletic spirit phrases with an inappropriate double entendre - teams are asked to get Assistant Principal approval prior to making spirit shirts *Any type of footwear that may put student in danger of hurting themself or others in accordance with health and safety laws Changes to the Dress Code may be made as necessary at anytime during the year by the administration. Students and parents will be notified of any changes through the school bulletin. Searches and Seizures The law provides school officials with wide latitude to search students, their possessions, and automobiles in the ongoing effort to maintain a safe and secure campus. When a school official has a “reasonable suspicion” that a student may be in possession of contraband or dangerous objects, the student will be asked to empty all pockets and provide the official access to other personal items (backpacks, purses, lockers, cars, etc.). Students should also be aware that any contraband or dangerous objects found in their possession are assumed to belong to them. If a student should discover contraband or dangerous objects on campus, he or she should go directly to an Assistant Principal or any staff member to turn it in. 11

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN EAGLE Cheating Acts of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated at Granite Hills High School. Examples: cheating on tests, fabrication (any intentional falsification or invention of date, citation, or other authority in an academic exercise), unauthorized collaboration, plagiarism (stealing and passing off as one’s own the words or ideas of another), theft or alteration of materials, or forgery.

Cheating on standardized tests (SBAC, CAHSEE, AP, etc.) will result in a minimum 2-day suspension with a possible recommendation for expulsion. Violations of standardized test security include, but are not limited to sharing or discussing test questions with other students, taking photographs of test documents, copying test answers or allowing another student to copy, etc. Classroom Behavior Students are expected to attend classes daily and be on time to class. Students must also behave in a safe and orderly manner, treat all members of the classroom community with respect, follow directions given by school staff, and complete assignments. Students who do not follow these guidelines are subject to discipline that may range from detentions to a drop from class with loss of credit. Closed Campus All schools in the Grossmont Union High School District are closed campuses. Students may not leave the campus until their school day has been completed. Students who need to leave campus during the school day must obtain a permit to leave through the Nurse Office or the Attendance Office. Students who leave campus without permission are subject to search. Students may not arrange food deliveries. Discipline may range from detention to suspension, and transfer to an alternative education site.

Computer / Internet Ethics All students are expected to embrace the following principals as they utilize technology:  Be empowered and be innovative. Do awesome things. Be amazing.  Be smart and be safe. Make good choices. Protect self and others.  Be careful and courteous. Foster a school community that is respectful, helpful, and kind. As a student at Granite Hills High School: 1. Make school appropriate judgments about information and images viewed and shared online. Protect passwords, accounts, and resources. Not engage in inappropriate/unlawful activities. Report any attacks or inappropriate behavior targeted at any student. 2. Refrain from utilizing technology to bully, harass, or stalk other people. Show respect by not using/altering the passwords/accounts of other students. 3. Avoid plagiarism and abide by copyright laws. Treat school equipment with care. Follow testing safeguards and protocols.

Electronic Devices Students are strongly advised not to bring cell phones, cameras, or any other electronic equipment to school. Granite Hills High School will not investigate or be responsible for loss or theft of any electronic devices and is not responsible for confiscated items that are not allowed on campus. Cellular phones and other electronic may not be used in hallways or other common areas during instructional time. Individual teachers will define use within the classroom. Consequences vary based on number of offences and level of student cooperation. 12

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN EAGLE Excessive Displays of Affection Excessive displays of affection are inappropriate on school grounds or at school sponsored activities. Excessive refers to kissing, petting, and other physical demonstrations considered to be inappropriate when conducted in public.

Gangs Students are not to identify themselves as a member of a gang. Any clothing, monikers or graffiti identified with a gang will be confiscated and turned over to local law enforcement. Gang-related tattoos must be covered. Any student involved in a behavior code violation, AND it is determined that the violation was due in whole or in part to being affiliated with a gang, will be severely punished and local law enforcement will be contacted. Penalties range from suspension through referral to the Governing Board for expulsion. Put Downs, Disparaging Remarks, Racial Slurs Words and gestures that reflect negatively on others will not be tolerated. Any negative discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic group, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other unlawful consideration, whether actual or perceived, are not acceptable. Racial slurs directed at any person, no matter the races of the parties involved, will not be tolerated.

Unsupervised Activities / Games / Horseplay Unsupervised activities/games are not permitted because of potential injury or disruption of the campus. Students who wish to participate in any activity or game on campus must find a faculty or staff person to supervise the activity. Penalties will range from a warning through suspension; equipment will be confiscated. MANDATORY SUSPENSIONS / POSSIBLE EXPULSIONS:

Physical Injury to Another Person Fights on campus or off campus before or after school or at school events are considered Mutual Combat if both students are actively engaged in fighting. Both students are subject to suspension. A student may be suspended for instigating, threatening, arranging, or aiding a fight. Consequences include suspension, behavior intervention program, placement at alternative education site, arrest, and referral to the Governing Board for expulsion. Dangerous Objects Students may not possess, sell or otherwise furnish any knife, explosive, or other dangerous object that constitutes a potential threat to the safety and security of the school. Student will be suspended and possibly referred to the Governing Board for expulsion on the first offense.

Controlled Substance Students may not possess, use, arrange exchange, or sell, be under the influence of, or furnish any amount of controlled substance, alcohol, or intoxicant of any kind. All prescription and over-the-counter medication must remain in the possession of the school nurse. Consequences include suspension, behavior intervention program, referral to alternative education site, arrest, and referral to the Governing Board for expulsion. 13

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN EAGLE Robbery Robbery is the theft of any property by use of force or by the creation of fear in others during the attempt to steal. Consequences for robbery or extortion will range from suspension to expulsion. The student and/or parent will be responsible for returning stolen property or for full payment. In addition, law enforcement may be contacted. Damage to Property The consequences for attempting to cause or causing damage to others’ property will range from suspension to expulsion. The student and/or parent will be responsible for payment for the damage. In addition, law enforcement may be contacted. Theft The consequences for theft will range from suspension to expulsion. The student and/or parent will be responsible for returning the stolen property or for full payment of the property. In addition, law enforcement may be contacted.

Tobacco Students may not possess or use tobacco or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigs, vapor pens, cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew packets, and betel. Students will receive a 2-day suspension with a referral to the Alternative to Smoking program. On the second offense, students will be suspended; on the third offense, students will be referred to an alternative education site. Obscenity, Profanity, & Vulgarity Students may not engage in obscene acts or engage in habitual profanity or vulgarity, which includes writing, speaking, gesturing, or using irreverent or coarse language. Pornographic materials are not allowed at school.

Paraphernalia Students may not possess, offer, arrange, or negotiate to sell any drug paraphernalia. Examples of paraphernalia include, but are not limited to, pipes, vapor pens, bongs, roach clips, rolling papers, and any other devices used in conjunction with illicit substances. Students who are found with drug paraphernalia are subject to the same disciplinary consequences as listed previously in this Handbook under “Controlled Substances”. Defiance & Disruption Students may not be defiant, disruptive, disrespectful, or deceptive. These behaviors negatively impact the orderly operation of the classroom or general educational environment of the school. Students who defy the directions of a school employee or disrupt the orderly operation of any school-related activity will receive consequences ranging from a detention through expulsion. In addition, students who run from or attempt to evade a school official may be referred to alternative education on the first offense. Receiving Stolen Property Students who knowingly receive stolen property will be suspended and may be referred to the Governing Board for expulsion. In addition, law enforcement may be contacted. 14

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE AN EAGLE Possession of an Imitation Firearm As used in this section, “imitation firearm” means a replica of a firearm that is so substantially similar in physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead a reasonable person to conclude that the replica is a firearm. This includes pellet guns, BB guns, and/or other “toy” guns that may be mistaken for a real firearm. Consequences include suspension and possible referral to the Governing Board for expulsion on the first offense. Law enforcement may be contacted.

Commit or Attempt to Commit a Sexual Assault or Sexual Battery As used in this section, sexual assault includes any sexual acts performed against the victim’s will by means of force, violence, threats, or duress, or fear of immediate and unlawful bodily injury on the victim. Sexual battery means intentionally touching the breasts, buttocks, or groin area of another person without his/her consent. Consequences include suspension and referral for expulsion on the first offense. Law enforcement will be contacted. Harass, Threaten, or Intimidate a Student Witness A students who knowingly harasses, threatens or intimidates a student who is a complaining witness or who is a witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of preventing that pupil from being a witness, or retaliating against that student for being a witness, or both, will face suspension and possible referral for expulsion on the first offense. Law enforcement may be contacted. Bullying Bullying means one or more acts by a student or group of students directed against another that constitutes sexual harassment, hate violence, or severe or pervasive intentional harassment, threats, or intimidation that is disruptive, causes disorder, and invades the rights of others by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment. Bullying includes acts that are committed personally or by means of an electronic act directed specifically toward a student or school personnel. Consequences range from detention through expulsion. In addition, law enforcement may be contacted. Sexual Harassment Students may not engage in conduct constituting sexual harassment such as, but not limited to, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, including harassment for sexual orientation. Any student wishing to make a complaint of sexual harassment should immediately report to an Assistant Principal.

Hate Violence A hate crime is one that is motivated solely by another person’s race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. Students may not cause, attempt to cause, threaten to cause, or participate in an act of hate violence; such acts include injuring or intimidating another person either verbally or physically; interfering with the exercise of a person’s civil rights; and/or damaging a person’s property.

Threats on School Staff and/or Property Students may not make threats against school officials and/or property. Such acts include any written or oral statement by a person who willfully threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person or property damage in excess of $1000 with the specific intent that the statement is taken as a threat, EVEN IF THERE IS NO INTENT OF ACUTALLY CARRYING IT OUT. 15

Granite Hills High School Family and School Compact to Learning 2017-2018 Working Together, Learning Together, Succeeding Together SCHOOL: The entire school staff will share the responsibility for student achievement; therefore, we will do the following: Create a partnership with every family and provide support programs to students and families to address issues affecting school Provide a supportive and effective learning environment that enables students to meet the standards Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction that is Common Core (CCSS) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) aligned, is research based, and is differentiated to meet the needs of all students Make sure all students get help as soon as needed Inform families frequently and accurately of their child’s progress through phone calls, notices sent home, emails, parent conferences, grade reports, and Infinite Campus Portal Respond to parent’s inquiry in a timely manner Provide opportunities for parents to volunteer, access staff, participate in class activities, and learn more about the school and adolescent issues and serve as decision makers on committees STUDENT: It is important to do the best that I can; therefore, I will do the following: Attend school daily, on time, prepared and ready to work and learn in appropriate clothing Do my best in class and have a positive, respectful attitude toward myself, others, school and learning Write down assignments, do my homework every day, and turn it in when it’s due Let my teacher and family know if I need help Attend Late Library Tutorial and participate in activities on campus PARENT/FAMILY: It is important to assist in the learning and success of my child in school; therefore, we will do the following: Make time to talk to my child about school and how things are going Let the teachers know if my child has problems with learning Establish a regular time and a quiet place for homework and studying Help my child see how reading and math skills will help him/her pursue his/her interests and goals Monitor my student’s progress regularly by contacting teachers (granite.guhsd.net staff directory) and checking updated grades on Infinite Campus Support our school by reinforcing the CODE (Respect, Responsibility, Pride), collaborating with school staff, and making an effort to be

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Granite Hills High School Title I Parental Involvement This policy describes the means for carrying out designated Title I parental involvement requirements.

Title I School-Level Parental Involvement Policy Granite Hills High School Granite Hills has developed a written Title I parental involvement policy with input from Title I parents. The Vision and Planning (VIP) Committee meets every two weeks. School Site Council (SSC) meets monthly. Both groups are open to parents. These committees review, edit and revise Granite Hills’ SPSA. The school has published this policy to parents of Title I students on the school’s webpage. The policy describes the means for carrying out the following Title I parental involvement requirements [20 USC 6318 Section 1118(a)-(f) inclusive]. Involvement of Parents in the Title I Program To involve parents in the Title I program at Granite Hills the following practices have been established: •

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The school convenes annual meetings to inform parents of Title I students about Title I requirements and about the right of parents to be involved in the Title I program. The first meeting was held at Back to School Night on August 30, 2017. Principal Fowler discussed Granite Hills’ Title I status. An informational letter was handed out explaining GHHS status as a Title I school. A second meeting, “Coffee with the Principal,” was scheduled on Tuesday morning September 19, 2017. The school offers morning and evening meetings for Title I parents. Back to School Night is in the evening and Coffee with the Principal is in the morning. Both are school-wide events. Parents can also attend “Visions In Planning” meetings bi-weekly at 7am, and School Site Council is monthly at 3pm. The school involves parents of Title I students in an organized, ongoing, and timely way, in the planning, review, and improvement of the school’s Title I programs and the Title I parental involvement policy. Groups such as VIP, SSC and PTSA give parents an opportunity to give input and help plan Title I programs. The school provides parents of Title I students with timely information about Title I programs. Parents are e-mailed information monthly about on campus activities via the “Campus Connection” newsletter. The school provides parents of Title I students with an explanation of the curriculum used at the school, the assessments used to measure student progress, and the proficiency levels students are expected to meet. At “Back to School Night” parents have a chance to meet with 17

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teachers, staff and Administration. Each parent has an opportunity to meet with their student’s teachers to discuss curriculum. The school provides opportunities for Title I parents to request meetings related to the education of their children. Parents are members of, and invited to, all VIP and SSC meetings.

School-Parent Compact A Granite Hills High School Parent Compact is distributed to parents of Title I students. The compact, jointly developed with parents, outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement. It describes specific ways the school and families’ partner to help children achieve the State’s high academic standards. It addresses the following legally-required items, as well as other items suggested by parents of Title I students: • • •

The school’s responsibility to provide high-quality curriculum and instruction The parent’s responsibility for supporting their children’s learning The responsibility of the educators and parents to communicate via annual parent-teacher conferences; frequent reports on student progress; access to staff; opportunities for parents to volunteer and participate in their child’s class; and opportunities to observe classroom activities

The Title I parent policy is developed through parent input at VIP and SSC meetings. Parents are also given the policy with their registration packet information each school year. Building Capacity for Involvement Granite Hills High School engages Title I parents in meaningful interactions with the school. It supports a partnership among staff, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement. To help reach these goals, the school has established the following practices: •

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The school provides Title I parents with assistance in understanding the State’s academic content standards, assessments, and how to monitor and improve the achievement of their children. Parents meet with each of their students’ teachers at Back to School Night. At this time, each teacher reviews the State’s academic content. Staff provides an overview of “Infinite Campus,” an on-line program where parents can access class grades and student achievement. The school provides Title I parents with materials and training to help them work with their children to improve achievement. Granite Hills High School has a Family Resource Center located in the Career Center where parents get assistance with their children’s needs. With the assistance of Title I parents, the school educates staff members about the value of parent contributions and how to work with parents as equal partners. Staff meets monthly to discuss many on campus issues and programs including Title I. The school coordinates and integrates the Title I parental involvement program with other programs, and conducts additional activities, such as parent resource centers, to encourage and support parents in more fully participating in the education of their children.

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The school distributes information related to school and parent programs, meetings, and other activities to Title I parents in a format and in languages that parents speak. Parents are e-mailed information monthly about on campus activities via the “Campus Connections” newsletter. The school provides support for parental involvement activities requested by Title I parents. Granite Hills High School has an active PTSA which meets regularly to help parents stay involved with school activities and policies.

Accessibility Granite Hills High School provides opportunities for the participation of all Title I parents, including parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory students. Information and school reports are provided in a format and languages that parents speak. ELAC, PTSA, SSC and VIP are all avenues for parents to be informed and a part of the decision making process at GHHS.

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