Hanau
Middle / High School
SY 2007-2008
Military Address: Local Address:
Hanau Middle / High School Hanau Middle / High School
Unit 20193 Box 0017 Geb. 251, New Argonner Kaserne
APO AE 09165 63457 Hanau/Wolfgang
DSN Phone Number: 322-8165 Civilian Phone: 06181 906 9910
Student Services: 06181 906 9912 Bus Office: 06181 906 9911/58/59
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Teacher Email Addresses: firstname.lastname@eu.dodea.edu
School Nurse: 06181 9069955 Guidance
Offices
Registrar Office: 06181 9069950 9th –12th 06181 9069963
Student Support: 06181 9069982 6th – 8th 06181 90697
WELCOME LETTER
As the administrators of Hanau Middle / High School, we would like to welcome you to our school. In a joint effort between home and school, we are here to provide the best possible education for all of our students.
Together,
the staff, parents and students can establish a positive learning environment
for all students at this school. Experience has proven that most problems can
be solved by immediately coming to the people who can answer your
questions. If you have a question or
concern, the classroom teacher is the person with whom you should talk. If the
answer cannot be found there, we will be happy to discuss the matter with you
and the teacher. Our decisions are made with the thought of maximum benefit to
our students and the educational process.
In
order that we may be of help to you we are presenting our policies and rules
that are regarded as important for the best relationship between all parties
who attend this school. If you have a question or problem, please call us at
06181-906-9912 or 06181-906-9910 or come in and see us.
The
Administration
Unexcused absences are those
which occur without written consent of the parents/guardians, or with written
consent for reasons other than stated above. Examples of unexcused
absences are:
1.
Oversleeping
2.
Missed ride/bus
3.
Truancy
4.
Helping with packing/unpacking/moving
5.
Baby-sitting
6.
Unexcused classroom tardy exceeding 20 minutes
7.
Attendance at non-school sponsored activities without
prior written permission of the school administration
8.
Absent without an explanatory note from the sponsor
submitted upon return to school.
General Make-up Work Policy for Excused Absences
Make-up time for missed assignments is equal to the
amount of time missed from that class.
Example: If Sue misses her Day 1 Period 1 Algebra class for a doctor’s
appointment on Monday. She returns to
her 1-1 class on Wednesday, with her excused admit slip. She will have until the beginning of class
Day 1 Period 1 on Friday to hand in her work.
Students are encouraged to check with teachers immediately upon return
to school for missing assignments.
Make-up
Work of 3 or more days
The
procedure for requesting homework assignments is to notify the Student Services
Office personnel (322-8165 or 06181-9069912), giving the total anticipated
length of absence and requesting homework in specific subjects. Assignments will be available from the
teachers for sponsor's pick-up within 48 hours.
Truancy
Truancy
occurs when a student misses school without parental permission or without
parental and/or school knowledge.
TARDY
POLICY
First Referral to
Administrator:
Occurs when a student has two unexcused tardies to class.
Consequences:
Parents Contact attempted by the office and a warning given to the student. Infraction is
entered in the student’s discipline record.
Second Referral to Administrator: Occurs when a student has two tardies to a different class or three unexcused tardies to the same class.
Consequences:
One-Two Hour
Detention
All Future Referrals to
Administrator:
Occurs when a student has two unexcused tardies to another class or three or more unexcused tardies to a class.
Consequences:
Progressive suspensions from school: This will begin with a one-day suspension. An
extra day will be added with each additional infraction. Suspension letter will be sent
through the community (Command, Civilian Misconduct Office, and the Heidelberg
DSO). A Parent and student readmit conference with administrator will be required.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
·
Passing time between classes is five minutes. Class tardiness will be judged
"excused" or "unexcused" by the receiving teacher.
· Upon arriving at school late a student must report directly to the Student Services Office to sign in and receive an admit slip. The admit slip will indicate if the tardy is excused or unexcused.
· Students, who arrive to school late on a school bus, will have five minutes to report to class after the bus arrival is announced.
STUDENT CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE CONT.
Grounds for Suspension or Expulsion
1. Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person, or has threatened to use or has used physical force against any person.
2. Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object.
3. Possessed, used, offered or arranged to sell, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of, any mind altering substance (Includes alcoholic beverages, intoxicants, mind altering inhalants, and controlled substances). A mandatory expulsion recommendation is required for a second offense. Expulsion remains an option for a first offense, if the principal so recommends and the disciplinary committee concludes such measures are necessary.
4. Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.
5. Caused or attempted to cause damage to school, government, vendor, or private property.
6. Stolen or attempted to steal and/or knowingly received stolen school, government, vendor, or private property.
7. Possessed or used tobacco, or any product containing tobacco or nicotine products.
8. Committed any lewd, indecent or obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.
9. Had unlawful possession of, or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia.
10.
Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid
authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators, school officials, or
other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.
11. Gambling in any form.
12. Conduct, including fighting, that endangers the well-being of others.
13. Unauthorized presence in the school, on the school
grounds, or on school buses or failure to leave promptly after being
told to do so by the principal or staff member in charge.
14. Possession or control of a beeper or similar portable
communications device unless authorized by the principal. Beepers or
similar communications devices are subject to confiscation by school
authorities.
15.
abusing any person, including but not limited to abuse or harassment based
on that person’s race, religion, gender, creed, national origin, personal or
physical attributes, disability, or intellectual ability, and matters pertaining
to sexuality.
16. Vandalism, arson, or any threat to bomb, burn, or
destroy in any manner a school building or school property.
17. Forgery, cheating, or plagiarism.
18. Use or possession of fireworks.
19. Violation of attendance Regulations.
20. Unauthorized or illegal use of, or access to, computers,
software telecommunications, and related technologies; any willful act
that causes physical or financial damage, or otherwise disrupts information
technology; any use of a computer to communicate threatening, harassing,
or indecent messages; or to download obscene material.
21. Violation of any law, regulation of the military
installation or school, or policy of the DoDDS system.
22. Complicity in the violation of any rule described
above.
Particular Grounds for Expulsion
1. Causing serious physical injury to another person.
2. Possession of any firearm, knife, explosive, other
dangerous object of no reasonable use to the pupil at school or at a school
activity on school grounds.
3. Unlawful sale of any mind-altering substance.
4. Making, or participating in the making, of a bomb
threat.
Other
Misconduct Constituting Grounds for Discipline, Including Suspension or
Expulsion. In
addition to the specific grounds for imposing discipline that are described
above, students who have knowledge of, or who participate in, the misconduct of
others may also be disciplined as deemed appropriate. Students must promptly report
to their teacher or principal knowledge of offenses that violate law or
regulation, or that threaten the safety or personal security of any student or
other person on school grounds or
engaged in school activities. Failure to do so will be grounds for discipline.
Due Process: In enforcing attendance and discipline policies due process will
be followed. The Department of Defense
Education Activity disciplinary Rules and Procedures (DoDEA Regulation 2051.1
August 16 1995, amended March 22, 2000) defines the DoDDS policies on student
discipline and due process. In essence,
due process affords students the right to protection from conspiracy and
capricious and unreasonable decisions.
Four important elements in due process procedures are that a student has
the right:
·
To be informed in writing of the rules which regulate
behavior, as well as situations, which will result in disciplinary measures.
·
To an informal hearing in all disciplinary actions.
·
To a formal hearing for suspensions of more than 10 days
or expulsion.
·
To appeal all decisions and be informed of all appeal
procedures available to them
DODEA ZERO TOLERANCE FOR WEAPONS
What Does It Mean?
Zero Tolerance means that weapons or replicas are
not allowed in school. Precise
steps will quickly be taken to rectify the problem. Severe corrective action and punitive actions will be taken. No
Leniency will be shown towards violators
Are School Busses School
Property?
You bet they are! Weapons are not allowed on school busses, or at any school
functions or activities
Can Students Get Into Trouble If They Know About
or Assist Someone Who Has a Weapon?
Yes! Knowing about a weapon without reporting it
to a school official is considered a policy infraction.
Can Students Get Into
Trouble for Bringing a Knife to School for a Scout Meeting
after School, Even if They Keep it in Their Backpack?
Yes! A knife is not needed in school.
Is Threatening Someone
with an Object Not Normally Considered a Weapon
an Infraction?
Yes! Items not designed as weapons, but used as
weapons to harm, frighten, or threaten someone are considered weapons.
Can Students Be Expelled or Suspended from School
for Bringing Items that Look Like Weapons?
Items that resemble weapons will be considered as
a weapon replica and are not allowed at school – even toys that look like
weapons! While the discipline imposed will depend on
the circumstances, suspension or expulsion is possible.
What Disciplinary Actions Can Be Expected for Violation
of the Zero Tolerance Policy?
Disciplinary actions taken are guided by DoDEA Regulation
2051.1, Department of Defense Education Activity Disciplinary Rules and
Procedures. Actions taken may vary
dependent on the circumstances. In
addition, Military Authorities and German Authorities will be involved
in serious incidents and could take additional legal action.
- DoDEA
Regulation 2051.1, Department of Defense Education Activity Disciplinary
Rules and Procedures, August 16, 1995 (amended March 22, 2000)
- DoDEA
Regulation 4700.2, DoDEA Internal Physical Security, March 27, 2001
- DoDEA
Manual 2005.1, Department of Defense Dependent Schools Administrators’
Guide, January 5, 1996
- DoDEA
Manual 2051.2, DoDEA Student Responsibilities and Privileges, February
16, 1997.
BUS RULES
Students will:
- Comply
with the Behavior Standards for School Bus Students.
- Board
and exit the bus in an orderly, safe manner (front door only).
- Have
bus pass in their possession and present it when boarding the bus and
upon demand.
- Remain
seated while on the bus.
- Talk
with other passengers in a normal voice.
- Keep
all parts of the body inside the bus windows.
- Keep
aisles, steps, and empty seats free from obstruction.
- Remain
fully and properly clothed.
- Treat
the driver and fellow students with respect.
- Promptly
comply with the bus driver’s or monitor’s instructions.
- Treat
the bus and other private property with care.
Students will not:
- Fight,
push, shove, or trip other passengers.
- Use
or possess unacceptable items identified in the school rules.
- Push
while boarding or exiting the bus.
- Get
on or off the bus while the bus is in motion.
- Make
excessive noise or play electronic equipment without headphones.
- Put
objects out of bus windows or hang out of windows.
- Engage
in horseplay.
- Obstruct
aisles, steps, or seats.
- Engage
in public displays of affection.
- Eat,
drink, or litter on the bus.
- Use
profane or abusive language or make obscene gestures.
- Spit.
- Harass
or interfere with other students.
- Disrespect,
distract, or interfere with the bus driver.
- Damage
private property. (requires payment of damages)
- Sit
in the bus driver’s seat.
- Open
or try to open bus door.
- Throw
or shoot objects inside or out of the bus.
- Tamper
with bus controls or emergency equipment.
Going to the bus stop:
Give yourself plenty of time. Plan on leaving your home early enough to
arrive at the bus stop at least 10 minutes before the bus arrives. Dress for the weather. Please wait approximately 20 minutes after
the scheduled arrival time to allow for adverse weather conditions or heavy
traffic.
Be on time. Your bus driver has a schedule to keep and
will arrive/depart at scheduled times unless traffic/weather causes delays.
Buses depart promptly at 1455 from Hanau High School.
Activity
Bus: Remember there
are shortened bus routes for the activity busses.
1. The same rules apply for the activity bus as for the regular school bus.
2. Students are on after school detention or after school work-detail, may not ride the activity bus home.
3. Students must have an activity bus pass in order to ride the activity bus.
4. If you are caught going to the PX area instead of staying with your teacher sponsor, your activity bus pass privileges will be suspended.
Inclement Weather Delays or School Closure: AFN(FM) will carry all school closing announcements
due to inclement weather or other emergencies. They start announcing school closures at 5:30
a.m. when communities call in. In
order for school to be closed, the announcement must say, “Schools in the
Hanau Military Community are closed for students today.” An announcement for school delays may be announced. If there is no such announcement, be assured
that school will be in session.
BUILDING PLANS Building 251
SCHOOL GROUNDS/BOUNDARIES
Any
misconduct while heading to or leaving school is considered to be on school
grounds, regardless of where the offense takes place.
Before school, at break, during lunch, and after school the boundaries are:
From the lunchroom to, but not including, the student parking lot.
Students should not enter or play in the street.
HS students should not go behind the main school building (251)
MS students should not go behind the main school building (251) at break or lunch
HS students may not enter the hallways after lunch until 11:40
The stage is also off limits to students.
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DoDDS Graduation Requirements for |
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Required Courses |
Units |
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Language Arts 9, 10, 11, 12 (2 years of ESL may be substituted
for 2 years of English.) |
4 |
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Social Studies (1 credit of U.S. History and
1/2 unit of government required.) |
3 |
|
Mathematics (2 credits must be earned in course
work that includes algebra and geometry.) |
3 |
|
Science |
3 |
|
Career Education |
1 |
|
Second (foreign) Language |
2 |
|
Fine Arts |
1 |
|
Physical Education (PEF 301 and PEL 301) |
1 |
|
Health |
1/2 |
|
Computer Technology and/or Computer Science |
1 |
|
Sub-total for Required Courses |
19 1/2 |
|
Sub-total for Elective Courses |
4 1/2 |
|
|
|
|
TOTAL
CREDITS |
24 |
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Eligibility: All athletes’
grades must be monitored on a weekly basis (grades cumulative to date for
that quarter). An athlete with
two or more failing grades will be declared ineligible for that week. Students declared ineligible on the Tuesday
grade check will be ineligible from Wednesday 0800 through the following
Wednesday 0800. Athletes may practice
but are not authorized to participate, be in school uniform at a scheduled
event, or travel with the team to any event until regaining eligibility. An athlete with one failing grade cannot be
denied the opportunity to participate in practice or competition. A student participant who has been identified
as being ineligible for three consecutive weeks may be dropped from the
team. Participation of students
with a written Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be left to the
discretion of the coach and administration.
Students
with below a 2.0 GPA from the previous quarter may not participate in any
school activity. (Exception 9th graders 1st quarter) The student may appeal to the principal for
permission to participate on a probationary basis. At the end of the three-week probationary period if the student
fails to obtain a 2.0 GPA said student will be removed from participation
in any school sponsored activities for the remainder of the season. If said student meets the GPA requirement
she will be allowed to continue participating and is subject to weekly
grade checks as with other participants.
DoDEA Class of 2008 and Beyond
Graduation Requirements |
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|
Required Courses |
Units |
|
English Language Arts 9, 10, 11,
12 (2
years of ESL may be substituted for 2 years of English Language
Arts.) |
4 |
|
Social Studies (1 credit of U.S. History, 1 credit
of either World Regions or World History, and 1/2 credit in U.S.
Government required.) |
3 |
|
Mathematics (Algebra I and Geometry are required.
The third math credit must have a course code of 400 or above excluding
Lab classes.) |
3 |
|
Science (Biology is required and either
a chemistry or physics credit is required. |
3 |
|
Foreign Language ( A total of 2 credits in the
same foreign language is required.) |
2 |
|
Professional Technical Studies (1/2 credit must be in a computer
technology.) |
2 |
|
Physical Education |
1 1/2 |
|
Fine Arts (Courses used to meet this credit
must relate to: visual arts, music, theater, dance , and/or humanities.) |
1 |
|
Health Education |
1/2 |
|
Sub-total for Required Courses |
20 |
|
Sub-total for Elective Courses |
6 |
|
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|
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TOTAL
CREDITS |
26 |
GPA REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
CLASS OF 2007
Beginning with the ninth grade class of School
Year (SY) 2003-04, (graduating in 2007), students will need
to have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 to graduate from
a DoDEA high school.
CLASS OF 2008 AND BEYOND
Beginning with the ninth grade class of SY 2004-05,
(graduating in 2008),
students will need a minimum of 26 units of
credit and a minimum cumulative
grade point average of 2.0 to graduate from a DoDEA high school.
Information Problem Solving…………
“Anytime
you gather information to solve a problem, you are doing research.”
Need to find the phone number for the local
theater?
Need to find out which hiking boots are best
in the snow?
Need to know how to fix a flat tire?
These are all information needs. These all require
research. No matter how simple or complicated, research is always a process,
involving several stages.
http://www.sbhsd.k12.ca.us/sbhslib/research/01researchproc.htm
Before getting on the computer:
Define your
task
What is your information problem?
Explore topics.
Do some background building.
Create questions to guide your
research.
Using a print source.
Do some general reading about
your topic. With this information,
create
key words and
terms
for Internet searching using
synonyms and related topics.
When
using an internet search,
Locate accurate and authentic
web sites. If you pulled
up too many or too few sites, you will need to refine your research question.
Choosing
ten of the best web sites,
-Read each article quickly for specific information.
-Skim
and scan the article, deciding
what information is important or relevant to your information problem.
-Rephrase
the information in your own words and record on your Research Notes
Page.
*If
you must copy and paste some of the information, make sure you copy the
web site address to your notes page to use for verification of facts and
for citing your paper.
Assessment
and Rubrics for Information Literacy. AASL June
30, 1997
The
Big6 by Barbara Jansen
Research
Cycle 2000 by
Jamie McKenzie
San
Benito High School Library Page http://www.sbhsd.k12.ca.us/sbhslib/research/01researchproc.htm#step1
ICT Literacy Assessment (www.ets.org/ictliteracy/assessment.html)