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POWAY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 2008-2009 4 Rancho Bernardo High School We Believe Every Student Can Learn Rancho Bernardo High School Shared Commitment It is an expectation of the Poway Unified School District that upon graduation from high school, students will be prepared to pursue a wide variety of reasonable options including admission to college. Beginning with the class of 2008, Rancho Bernardo High School students will be expected to successfully complete a course of study that prepares them to meet the ―a-g‖ application requirements of the CSU/UC systems, and that also prepares them for the world of work and for making a lifetime of informed decisions. Additionally, students will be offered opportunities to participate in a wide variety of extra- and co–curricular activities that help to produce balanced and productive adults. ATTRIBUTES RBHS seeks to provide students with a common core curriculum complemented with a variety of elective courses and extra-curricular activities. This requires that students demonstrate that they know How To Learn and come to school each day ready to learn. RBHS recognizes and communicates the importance of the individual student. As a result, each student feels he/she is a valued member of the school community. RBHS staff members model the importance of Lifelong Learning, and the PUSD core value of All Students Learning – Whatever It Takes! RBHS students develop skills to become self-directed learners, accept responsibility for their learning, and contribute to the learning community. RBHS commits to providing and maintaining a safe, supportive environment for every person to participate and achieve individual learning goals. RBHS participates in the larger community and develops the partnerships to provide the support needed for academic and personal growth. These expectations and attributes allow us to work together, make decisions, and keep our focus on the success of every student that enters RBHS. RBHS welcomes you and your family to our learning community, and we look forward to celebrating our students' achievements throughout the year. 1 Rancho Bernardo High School ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF 2008 - 2009 PAUL ROBINSON….……PRINCIPAL TAMETTE RAPPA ……ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL PATTY HURTT ..……..ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL KEITH KOELZER ……ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL ROBERT SPEIGHTS…..ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (REVISED 8/22/08) COUNSELING STAFF 2008 – 2009 A-Cha……………………...Michelle Matson Che-F...…………………….Charlene Rolls G-J……..…………………...Tim Sager K-McL……………………..Matt Hunt McK-Po…………………….Natalie Johnson Pr-St………………………..Jerilyn Padua Su-Z………………………...Rod Jiu ALMA MATER FIGHT SONG (―The Victors‖ University of Michigan) As we stand beneath our colors with faith and loyalty, Hail to the Broncos valiant, Hail to the conquering heroes; Rancho Bernardo High School, Hail, hail to RB High, we will pledge our love to thee; The mighty Broncos fight! To protect our name and honor Hail to the Broncos valiant, is our never ending fight; Hail to the conquering heroes; Hail, Hail to RB High, Behold our colors flying high The silver, blue and white! the silver, blue and white! 2 Rancho Bernardo High School ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY 2008-2009 EXECUTIVE OFFICERS President ………………………………………. Hilary Stone Vice President of Activities……………………. Melissa Shafer Vice President of Communication……………... Tiffany Dharma Vice President of Student Affairs……………… Madison Langford and Sara Levy Business Manager/Technology………………... Yishian Yao Secretary/School Board Rep…………………... Brittney Pham Finance Commissioner………………………... Ian Clark COMMISSIONERS Academic Recognition ……………………….. Risa Arocha and Jenny Wu ASB Recognition ……………………………. . Sana Marzouq Athletics ……………………………………… Molly Grabill and Sam Simmons Community Marketing ………………………... Corey Permann Elections ……………………………………… Devon Beck Entertainment ………………………………… Ajouni Singh and Kayla Snyder Faculty Recognition ………………………….. Karen Mejia and Yassy Weixelman Fine Arts Recognition………………………… Marlee Croft and Alana Thomas Historian………………………………………. Aly Faucett Human Relations …………………………….. Ciara Pavia and Lucas Ryden Logistics and Support ………………………… Cody Ray and Jacob Roman Music …………………………………………. Matt Hanamoto Outreach ……………………………………… Ana Mohammad-Zadeh and Aneri Parikh Public Relations and Marketing ……………… Alese Brack and Vanessa Trieu Special Projects ………………………………. Hossein Karkehabadi Special Recognition ………………………….. Lynora Garner and Alexis Phomsavanh Spirit and Assemblies ………………………… Michela Moneta and Rachel Johnson CLASS OFFICERS Senior Class President………………………… Marty Ignacio Senior Class Vice President…………………… Alyssa Brown Junior Class President………………………….. Julie Lapidot Junior Class Vice President……………………. Andrew Stern Sophomore Class President……………………. Lauren Menzer Sophomore Class Vice President………………. Lizzie Kurtz Freshmen Class Co-Presidents…………………. Audrey Van Vark and Emily Zhao 3 RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL STANDARDS FOR STUDENT BEHAVIOR Most students are very serious about wanting to take full advantage of the time they spend in school. Students who come to school ready to learn and participate in activities seldom have problems with school rules. However, the conduct of a student should not interfere with the educational rights of others. It is the intent of Rancho Bernardo High School and the Governing Board that district discipline policies and regulations be enforced consistently and fairly without regard to race, creed, color or sex. Discipline based on faith in the worth and dignity of each individual is a positive form of guidance rather than a punitive device. This handbook describes areas considered by the Poway Unified School District as significant infractions. Students with violations in these areas will receive corresponding disciplinary action, also listed in this handbook. In all cases of disciplinary action, students are protected by due process. Students and parents should be aware that this document only describes the major problem areas. At any time, students may be counseled by teachers or administrators regarding their behavior. If this occurs, students will be informed as to what they must do to make their behavior acceptable. Possible consequences, if needed, will also be explained. It is suggested that after reading the handbook carefully, students place the "Standards for Student Behavior" in their school notebooks. This basic code of conduct is designed to support, not stifle, students. We hope it will help provide students with a school they are proud to attend, in an atmosphere where they have freedom to learn. STUDENT RIGHTS/DUE PROCESS STUDENTS IN CALIFORNIA HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE SAFE WHILE ATTENDING SCHOOL. THE RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY, STAFF, AND ADMINISTRATION WILL DO EVERYTHING POSSIBLE TO INSURE THIS RIGHT. ALL STUDENTS ARE ENTITLED TO DUE PROCESS OF LAW. WHEN FACING DISCIPLINARY ACTION, STUDENTS ARE ENTITLED TO HEAR THE ACCUSATION AND THEN PROVIDE AN EXPLANATION. THIS GUARANTEE WILL BE ADHERED TO BY ALL SCHOOL PERSONNEL. STUDENTS WISHING TO APPEAL DISCIPLINARY DECISIONS SHOULD CONTACT THE PRINCIPAL FOR INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC PROCEDURES. 4 RULES OF STUDENT DISCIPLINE IN THE POWAY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT POWAY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 13626 Twin Peaks Road Poway CA 92064-3034 Students of the Poway Unified School District will be disciplined in accordance with Statutes of the State of California. A student will be subject to disciplinary action for designated acts if the acts are related to school activity or attendance and which occur at any time, including, but not limited to, any of the following: • The student is on school grounds. • The student is going to or coming from school. • The student is on breaks or lunch periods whether on or off campus. • The student is going to, coming from, or attending a school or District-sponsored activity. The prohibited acts are: 1. Causing, attempting to cause, threatening to cause, or assisting in the cause or threat of physical injury to another person; including, but not limited to fighting, assault or battery; 2. Possessing, selling, or otherwise furnishing to others any firearm, any knife, explosive, or other dangerous objects such as, but not limited to, brass knuckles, razor blades, any pellet or pellet-type guns, paintball guns, lasers, or pepper spray; 3. Possessing, using, having consumed, or being under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, unauthorized prescription medications (e.g., Soma or Ritalin), or other controlled substances or intoxicants of any kind; (including over-the-counter medications which create an intoxicating effect); 4. Transferring, selling, distributing, offering, arranging, or negotiating to sell, or possessing quantities sufficient to suggest the intent to provide, give, or sell to other students substances which are, or are purported to be, alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, unauthorized prescription medications (e.g., Soma, Ritalin), other controlled substances, (i.e., marijuana, crystal methamphetamine, or anabolic steroids) or intoxicants of any kind; (including over-the- counter medications which create an intoxicating effect); 5. Committing or attempting to commit robbery or extortion; 6. Causing or attempting to cause damage to school or private property; 7. Committing or attempting to commit theft of school or private property; 8. Possessing or using tobacco or any products containing tobacco or nicotine on school premises; 9. Commission of obscene act or engaging in habitual profanity or vulgarity; 10. Unlawfully possessing, offering, arranging, or negotiating to sell any drug paraphernalia as defined in Section 11014.5 of the Health and Safety Code; 11. Disruption of school activities or willful defiance of school authority, including violations of academic honesty; 12. Knowingly receiving stolen school or private property; 13. Possessing an imitation firearm; 14. Committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault or sexual battery; 15. Threatening or intimidating a witness or a complaining witness in a school disciplinary proceeding; 16. Sexual harassment (Grades 4-12); 17. Hate behavior/Violence (Grades 4-12); 18. Violating technology-use policies and inappropriate use of electronic signaling devices (e.g., cell phones, cameras, pagers, laser pointers, computers); 19. Causing or attempting to cause an assault or battery, intimidation, harassment, or threats on any school employee or school property; 20. Causing or attempting to cause acts of intimidation, harassment, or hazing on any student (e.g., initiations into clubs, sport teams, or student body associations); 21. Terroristic threats against school officials, school property, or both; 22. Violating individual school rules, or violating bus rules. Disciplinary actions may include, but are not limited to, advice and counsel, warnings, campus work details, detention, In-School Suspension (ISS), Saturday School, bus suspension, home suspension, behavior or rehabilitation contracts, transfer to another school/program, and/or expulsion from the Poway Unified School District. GROUNDS FOR SUSPENSION AND/OR EXPULSION The Board of Education authorizes the school principal to suspend or to recommend to the Board for consideration of expulsion any student who violates the Rules of Student Discipline. Restitution may also be required in cases of damage or destruction of property. At any time, if the principal determines that the student's presence causes a danger to persons or property or threatens to disrupt the instructional process, the student may be suspended and/or expelled. DISCIPLINE FOR THE USE OF ALCOHOL AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES Board Policy defines specific disciplinary action for the use of alcohol and controlled substances. Compliance with these standards and prohibitions is mandatory. PROHIBITED ACTS DISCIPLINARY ACTION 6-12 1. Unlawfully possessing, using, having consumed or being under First Offense Second Offense the influence of alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, unauthorized Suspend and recommend expulsion or suspend and transfer to another Suspend and prescription medications (e.g., Soma, Ritalin), other controlled middle school or high school, or the continuation high school, for the recommend substances, or intoxicants of any kind (including over-the-counter remainder of the semester/term and the following semester/term. for expulsion. medications which create an intoxicating effect). Contact law enforcement. Initiate an intervention contract. 2. Unlawfully possessing, offering, arranging, or negotiating to Suspend or suspend and transfer to another middle school or high school, Suspend and sell any drug paraphernalia as defined in Section 11014.5 of the or the continuation high school, for the remainder of the semester/term recommend Health and Safety Code. and the following semester/term. Initiate an intervention contract. for expulsion. 3. Transferring, selling, distributing, offering, arranging, or Suspend and recommend for expulsion. Contact law enforcement. negotiating to sell, or possessing quantities sufficient to suggest the intent to purvey, give, or sell to other students substances which are, or are purported to be alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, unauthorized prescription medications (e.g., Soma, Ritalin), other controlled substances, or intoxicants of any kind (including over-the-counter medications which create an intoxicating effect). To enforce its policy of intolerance for drugs and other dangerous substances, the District may use specially trained nonaggressive dogs to alert staff to the presence of substances prohibited by law or District policy. The dogs will inspect inanimate objects only. Alcohol detection devices may also be utilized as part of an investigation or as a condition of participation in designated extra-curricular events. Students, lockers, and vehicles are subject to search when reasonable suspicion exists. These rules of student discipline are subject to modification without notice due to State of California legislative action during the school year. Any additional discipline rules for your student's site are available in the principal's office. If you are having difficulty understanding these forms, please contact the school for assistance. • Si tiene dificultad comprendiendo estas formas, haga el favor de comunicarse con la escuela para asistencia. • Tumawag sa paaralan kung kailangan ninyo nang piliwanag. • Neu ong hay ba co tro ngai gi ve van thu nay, xin vui long lien lac voi nha truong de duoc huong dan. PUSD PP-3A/6-12 (4/2008) Grades 6-12 5 GROUNDS FOR SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION The Board of Education authorizes the School Principal to suspend or to recommend to the Board for consideration of expulsion any student who violates the Rules of Student Discipline. Restitution may be required in cases of damage or destruction of property. Suspension or expulsion will be imposed on the first offense for offenses 1 through 11 (see page 5). For offenses 12 through 22 (see page 5), suspension or expulsion may be imposed when other means of correction fail to bring about proper conduct. However, at any time if the Principal determines that the student's presence causes a danger to persons or property or threatens to disrupt the instruction process, the student may be suspended or expelled. DISCIPLINE FOR THE USE OF ALCOHOL AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES Board Policy defines specific disciplinary action for the use of alcohol and controlled substances. A student will be subject to disciplinary action for the designated acts which are related to school activity and attendance and which occur at any time, including but not limited to any of the following: The student is on school grounds at a time when school is in session or a school-sponsored activity is in progress. The student is going to or coming from school. The student is on breaks or lunch periods whether on or off campus. The student is going to, coming from, or attending a school-sponsored activity. PROHIBITED ACTS DISCIPLINARY ACTION st 1 OFFENSE 2nd OFFENSE Unlawfully possessing, using, having consumed or Suspend and recommend Suspend and recommend for being under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, expulsion or suspend and transfer expulsion. Contact law dangerous drugs, unauthorized prescription to another high school, or the enforcement. medications (e.g., Soma, Ritalin), other controlled continuation high school, for the substances, or intoxicants of any kind (including remainder of the semester/term over-the-counter medications which create an and the following semester/term. intoxicating effect). Contact law enforcement. Initiate an intervention contract. Unlawfully possessing, offering, arranging, or Suspend or suspend and transfer to Suspend and recommend for negotiating to sell any drug paraphernalia as another high school, or the expulsion. Contact law defined in Section 11014.5 of the Health and continuation high school, for the enforcement. Safety Code. remainder of the semester/term and the following semester/term. Contact law enforcement. Initiate an intervention contract. Transferring, selling, distributing, offering, Suspend and recommend for arranging, or negotiating to sell, or possessing expulsion. Contact law quantities sufficient to suggest the intent to purvey, enforcement. give, or sell to other students substances which are, or are purported to be alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, unauthorized prescription medications (e.g., Soma, Ritalin), other controlled substances, or intoxicants of any kind (including over-the-counter medications which create an intoxicating effect). To enforce its policy of intolerance for drugs and other dangerous substances, the District may use specially trained nonaggressive dogs to alert staff to the presence of substances prohibited by law or District policy. The dogs will inspect inanimate objects only. Alcohol detection devices may also be utilized as part of an investigation or as a condition of participation in designated extra curricular events. Students, lockers, and vehicles are subject to search when reasonable suspicion exists. These rules of student discipline are subject to modification without notice due to State of California legislative action during the school year. Any additional discipline rules for Rancho Bernardo High School are available in the principal's office. NONPUNITIVE SELF-REFERRAL The Board strongly encourages any student who is using alcohol or drugs to discuss the mater with his/her parent/guardian or any school staff member. Students who disclose past use of alcohol or other drugs when seeking help from an intervention or recovery program shall not be punished or disciplined for such past use. (This does not include a student who is in possession or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs at the time of reporting this information.) 6 The chart below indicates the types of disciplinary action that may apply to each problem area. In each instance, a minimum action is suggested. The range covers suggested action for first occurrences and for repeated occurrences. ACTION TO BE TAKEN VIOLATIONS RANGE FIRST OCCURRENCE REPEATED OCCURRENCES Minimum Warning ISS/Suspension OFF LIMITS Maximum Suspension Suspension Minimum Teacher Assigned Consequences Saturday School/Suspension TARDINESS Maximum Teacher Assigned Consequences Removal from class with failing grade Minimum Teacher Assigned Consequences Parent Contact/Saturday School/ISS CLASS CUT Maximum Saturday School Suspension/S.A.R.B.* Minimum Saturday School Saturday School/S.A.R.B.* TRUANCY ISS/Attendance Contract Maximum Saturday School Alternative placement Minimum Conference Suspension DEFIANCE OF AUTHORITY Maximum Suspension Expulsion Minimum Conference Removal from class DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DISRUPTION with failing grade OF SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Maximum Suspension Expulsion Minimum Conference Loss of bus privileges BUS CONDUCT Maximum Loss of bus privileges Permanent loss of bus privileges Minimum Conference ISS/Suspension PROFANITY / OBSCENE ACTS Maximum Suspension Expulsion Minimum Conference Suspension FORGERY Maximum Suspension Expulsion Minimum Conference Conference GAMBLING Suspension Maximum Minimum Conference Parent Conference/Saturday School DRESS CODE Suspension Maximum Suspension and Restitution Minimum THEF T/POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY Notification of Law Enforcement/Expulsion and Restitution Maximum Minimum Warning/Confiscation Suspension POSSESSION OF LIGHTER/MATCHES Suspension Suspension & notification of law enforcement Maximum SMOKING / POSSESSION OF Minimum Suspension Suspension & notification of law enforcement TOBACCO PRODUCTS Suspension Expulsion & notification of law enforcement Maximum 7 ACTION TO BE TAKEN PROBLEM AREA RANGE FIRST OCCURRENCE REPEATED OCCURRENCES Suspension and Restitution DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY Minimum VANDALISM Expulsion and Restitution Maximum Minimum Conference and Suspension and documentation HAZING documentation Maximum Suspension and expulsion Expulsion and notification of law enforcement Minimum FIGHTING / BATTERY / ASSAULT Suspension and/or Notification of law enforcement and/or Expulsion Maximum HARASSMENT / SEXUAL HARASSMENT Minimum Conference and Suspension and documentation/ documentation Notification of law enforcement Maximum Suspension/Notification of Expulsion/Notification of law enforcement law enforcement Restitution and Drop from computer class with failing grade and Suspension/ COMPUTER HACKING / VIRUSES Minimum Restriction from Campus Computers INAPPROPRIATE USE Maximum Minimum Conference and Suspension and documentation/ HATE BEHAVIOR documentation Notification of law enforcement Notification of law enforcement/Expulsion Maximum TRANSFER / POSSESSION / Minimum Suspension Suspension and Transfer SALE OF PARAPHERNALIA ** Suspension and Expulsion Maximum DRUGS / ALCOHOL / STEROIDS / Minimum Suspension and Transfer/ POSSESSION / USE ** Notification of law enforcement Suspension and Expulsion/ Maximum Suspension & Expulsion/ Notification of law enforcement Notification of law enforcement DRUGS / ALCOHOL / STEROIDS SALE OR Minimum PROVIDING ** Expulsion/Notification of law enforcement Maximum ELECTRONIC PAGING DEVICES / Minimum Conference PHONES, ETC. Maximum Suspension WEAPONS / INJURIOUS OBJECTS Mandatory Suspension and/or Expulsion/Notification of law enforcement EXTORTION / ROBBERY Mandatory Suspension and/or Expulsion/Notification of law enforcement EXPLOSIVE DEVICES Mandatory Suspension and/or Expulsion/Notification of law enforcement LASER POINTERS Minimum Conference/confiscation Suspension Maximum Suspension * School Attendance Review Board ** See PUSD Form PP-3A6-12, "Rules of Student Discipline" (signed by all students and parents) Senate Bill 1300 -- Chapter 1254 states that for any person under the age of 21 years who has been convicted of possessing or us ing alcohol or other illegal drugs, there is a one-year mandatory suspension of driving privileges. Minors between 13 and 16 ye ars of age who received such a conviction would experience a one-year delay in obtaining their driver's licenses once they reach the age of 16. Possession of marijuana on the grounds of a public school during the hours in which school is open and offering instruction or programs for pupils K-12 is a misdemeanor. Minors may be punished on the first offense by a fine of up to $250. Second offenses and adult misdemeanors may be punished by a fine of up to $500 and/or ten (10) days imprisonment. 8 High School At the high school level, violations are cumulative and do not start over at the beginning of each year. These guidelines do not prevent school administrators from imposing a more severe consequence based on the seriousness of the offense(s) at issue. Academic Honesty Violation - Level 1 Plagiarizing or copying of homework or daily classroom assignments 1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense Initial parent contact by teacher • Initial parent contact by teacher Action Referral to Assistant Information Only Referral to Parent conference scheduled with Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal and teacher Parent conference scheduled with ―0‖ on assignment, as determined Action Referral to Assistant Assistant Principal and teacher by the classroom teacher Principal ―0‖ on assignment, as determined May result in ―U‖ in citizenship for Placement on Academic Honesty by the classroom teacher the six- or twelve-week progress Probation for remainder of high Citizenship grade of ―U‖ for the report, as determined by the school semester, as determined by the classroom teacher. ―0‖ on assignment, as determined classroom teacher by the classroom teacher Behavior contract established Possible ―U‖ in citizenship for the with student, parent, and semester, as determined by the administration classroom teacher May result in ―F‖ in class, as determined by the classroom teacher Academic Honesty Violation - Level 2 Cheating on classroom tests, quizzes, major projects, standardized tests Fabrication / Falsification Theft or alteration of materials or equipment Plagiarism Forgery Unauthorized collaboration 1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense Action Referral to Assistant Action Referral to Assistant Principal Action Referral to Principal Parent conference scheduled with Assistant Principal Parent conference scheduled Assistant Principal and teacher Parent conference with Assistant Principal and Possible home suspension scheduled with Assistant teacher ―0‖ on assignment, as determined by Principal and teacher Placement on Academic Honesty the classroom teacher ―Withdraw/Fail‖ and grade Probation for remainder of Citizenship grade of ―U‖ for the of ―U‖ in citizenship in high school grading period, as determined by the class the infraction Possible home suspension the classroom teacher occurred, as determined ―0‖ on assignment, as determined by the Behavior contract established with by the classroom teacher. classroom teacher student, parent, and administration Removal from class to an May result in ―U‖ in citizenship for the If second offense is in same class as appropriate setting grading period, as determined by the the first offense then: classroom teacher o ―Withdraw/Fail‖, as determined by the classroom teacher o Removal from class to an appropriate setting *Further violations of the Academic Honesty Policy may result in transfer, suspension, and/or expulsion. 9 ACADEMIC HONESTY 3. Forgery It is expected that students, parents/guardians, staff, and Falsifying or submitting academic work by forging administrators shall be responsible for creating and another person's signature. maintaining a positive school climate that supports and encourages honesty. In support of academic honesty 4. Unauthorized Collaboration and the personal integrity of all students, the Poway Unified School District has established the following Collaboration on an assignment between a student and guidelines: another person, if such collaboration is not expressly directed or permitted by the teacher. This includes 1. Discipline rules and procedures for all violations of copying another student's work, allowing work to be academic honesty will be conveyed to staff, parents, copied or completing assignments for others, giving or and students, in writing, at the beginning of each ―passing‖ old tests to other students for the following school year. year, or receiving old tests from other students. 2. Parents and students will be required to review and 5. Plagiarism sign the Academic Honesty Policy and Procedures at the beginning of each school year. Any use of another's ideas, words, or work, and crediting such, as one's own. Plagiarism includes the 3. Teachers and staff will be responsible for providing misuse of published materials, Internet information, and safeguards that discourages acts of student dishonesty the work of other students. This also includes copying on tests and assignments. another student's work, allowing work to be copied, or completing assignments for them. 4. School staff (administrators/teachers) will enforce discipline rules and procedures as described in the 6. Theft or Alteration of Materials or Equipment school's discipline rules and procedures for all Any unauthorized taking, concealment, or alteration of violations of academic honesty. student or teacher instructional materials or equipment, including, but not limited to, the District data network, 5. Students found to be in violation of rules of Internet, and other on-line resources. academic honesty will be subject to disciplinary action outlined in the school's discipline rules and Guidelines for consequences of Academic Honesty procedures. violations. A system of progressive discipline shall be followed 6. Teachers are encouraged to be the first point of parent whenever practicable and the listed consequences shall contact at all levels regardless of frequency of offense. serve as guidelines. Acts of academic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, the following: Consequences for academic honesty violations will be enforced in accordance with behavioral expectancies at the high school. Nothing in these 1. Cheating on Tests procedural guidelines shall be construed to Any giving or receiving of external assistance (either prohibit school administrators from imposing a verbally, in writing, or using an electronic device) more severe consequence based on the seriousness relating to an examination, test, or quiz, without of the offense(s) at issue, including, but not expressed direction or permission of the teacher. This limited to: leadership positions, co-curricular includes giving or receiving previously administered activities, and extra-curricular activities. Consequences tests. may include, but are not limited to: 2. Fabrication/Falsification Any falsification or invention of data citation, or other (please refer to page 9) authority in an academic exercise. 10 ATTENDANCE Compulsory attendance laws require that parents send their 10. Students must obtain an Off-Campus Pass BEFORE children to school. The law further states that students leaving school. If they leave without a pass, it is must attend every scheduled session of every class, even if considered truancy and can NOT be excused. failure is imminent. The law applies to all students until 18 years of age. Once students attain the age of 18 years they Off-Campus Passes, Leaving Campus During become guests and can be removed from school rolls if their School Hours: academic progress, attendance, or behavior is not 1. Rancho Bernardo High School is a CLOSED CAMPUS. acceptable. 2. Students who need to leave campus before the end of their last class must get an Off-Campus Pass ATTENDANCE OFFICE HOTLINE BEFORE LEAVING SCHOOL. Students are to 485-4845 obtain an Off-Campus Pass at the Attendance Office by having a parent call and leave the following information: Clearing Absences: 1. Parents must call the Attendance Office EACH DAY the Full name and grade student is absent. The Attendance Office Hotline may be Phone number where parent can be reached contacted 24 hours a day at 485-4845. WE DO NOT Date and time of departure ACCEPT NOTES, PLEASE CALL. Time of expected return 2. All students returning to school after an absence must Reason for leaving check the Attendance Office window for a list of students who need to pick up a readmit slip. If the YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PICKING UP THE student's name is on the list, they must get a readmit slip OFF-CAMPUS PASS. IT MAY BE PICKED UP before going to 1st period class. Failure to do so will BEFORE SCHOOL, AT BREAK, LUNCH, OR result in Saturday School. BETWEEN CLASSES ONLY. THE ATTENDANCE 3. Those students whose parents have not called must pick OFFICE IS HERE TO HELP STUDENTS. BE SURE up an unexcused readmit slip and will be given until TO CHECK WITH THEM BEFORE LEAVING break the following day to clear the absence. After that SCHOOL. STUDENTS WHO LEAVE WITHOUT time, the absence will be listed as truancy, and FOLLOWING PROPER PROCEDURES WILL BE disciplinary action will be taken. CONSIDERED TRUANT. 4. Ten absences are considered excessive and a SARB letter will be sent to the district office, unless a medical 3. The Health Attendant may issue Off-Campus Passes in note is provided. case of illness. 5. MEDICAL EXCUSES - In order for a student not to be 4. When returning to school, students should use their penalized for any tardy or absence, the State of Off-Campus Pass as their readmit slip. California requires verification in writing, on official 5. Students who leave campus without properly checking doctor's letterhead, showing student's name and date of out of school as outlined above will be subject to appointment. disciplinary action. This includes students who leave 6. Students who arrive between classes, during break, or for legitimate reasons such as medical appointments but lunch must check in with the Attendance Office before fail to properly check out of school. going to the next class. Six (6) tardies are considered 6. A parent must call the Attendance Office immediately if excessive and will be subject to disciplinary action unless a student leaves campus at lunch on a lunch pass and a doctor or dentist note is provided. does not return to school that day. Rancho Bernardo 7. Students who have a 6½ period class must consider High School does not accept after-the-fact calls the next that part of their regular school and must follow all the day. attendance rules as stated in this handbook. Those students with a 6½ period must NOT leave campus prior THREE TIMES A STUDENT MUST REPORT TO to the class without an Off-Campus Pass. THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE: 8. Students who are attending off campus classes will be considered truant if they do not arrive to their RBHS 1. AFTER AN ALL DAY ABSENCE (TO CHECK class on time. LIST AT WINDOW). 9. Seniors who leave campus on a lunch pass must either 2. ARRIVING LATE TO SCHOOL. return for the afternoon classes or have a parent call the 3. LEAVING BEFORE THE END OF THE SAME day to excuse the afternoon absence. Otherwise SCHOOL DAY (THIS INCLUDES 6½ PERIOD). afternoon absence will be considered a truancy which can NOT be cleared. (see page 16). 11 ARRIVING LATE TO SCHOOL CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR 1. Students arriving late to school must report to the Inappropriate behavior in class is unacceptable and subject Attendance Office window. to disciplinary action. All students are expected to follow 2. Students arriving late to school after first period must the Rancho Bernardo High School classroom rules which check in with the Attendance Office the SAME DAY or are posted in all classrooms. face possible disciplinary action. 3. Six tardies are considered excessive and will result in Saturday School unless a doctor or dentist note is COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL provided. It is the intent of the Poway Unified School District that all staff members and students shall adhere to the provision of copyright laws in the use of instructional materials. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR Copyright guidelines specify the appropriate use of printed PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL ACITIVITIES materials; sheet and recorded music; computer software; A student must attend a minimum of four classes (two audio recordings including records, disks and tapes; films, laboratory classes) the day of any school activity (such as an videotapes, filmstrips, overhead transparencies, or slide athletic contest, play, field trip, academic league, club activity, programs; off-the-air taping (radio and television); rental, rehearsals, practices, etc.) in order to participate. Parent purchase, and use of videotape. Copyright guidelines for knowledge of a student absence will not excuse the absence. specific materials are available in the RBHS library. In order for the student to be eligible for participation, the principal must be consulted prior to the absence. Source: PUSD Administrative Procedure. Educational Program, Use of Copyrighted Material. California Department of Education. Suggested Copyright Policy and CAFETERIA Guidelines for California's School Districts. 1991.Policy Students are not to cut in cafeteria lines or ask other students Section 3.28 to purchase food for them. Students who wish to buy food are to wait in line. The cafeteria will not sell food/drinks once the HONESTY Truthfulness; sincerity; candidness not passing bell sounds after break and lunch. stealing or cheating INTEGRITY Being virtuous; showing commit- ment; behavior reflects beliefs CELLULAR TELEPHONES PROMISE Trustworthiness; reliability; being Cellular phones are to be turned off and hidden from view KEEPING prudent about making during class time. Videotaping on campus without commitments and scrupulous about permission from an administrator is prohibited. meeting them FAIRNESS Objectivity; open-mindedness; being just and fair CITIZENSHIP CARE FOR Kindness; compassion; sharing; Striving for excellence is a tradition at Rancho Bernardo High OTHERS RESPECT acknowledging the rights of others, School. This excellence comes as a result of hard work and FOR including personal consideration of sacrifice by many students in a variety of roles. It is essential OTHERS their feelings, dignity, and privacy; that students who represent Rancho Bernardo High School being courteous and helpful exhibit behaviors both on and off campus which would not RESPONSIBLE Accepting social responsibility; being detract from, tarnish or mar the reputation of a team, program, CITIZENSHIP law-abiding or school. Our student leaders should act as meaningful, PURSUIT OF Striving for excellence; persevering; productive members of society, showing good citizenship EXCELLENCE being diligent, reliable, careful, toward all. They should through their own degree of good prepared and informed citizenship, provide the role models necessary to maintain the ACCOUNTABILITY Accepting responsibility for actions high level of excellence and provide leadership for other LOYALTY Faithful devotion to obligations; student followers. maintaining confidences; fidelity Failure to live up to these standards may result in students TEMPERANCE Being patient, moderate, careful; self- being removed from the positions they hold including all co- restrained in conduct; thought curricular activities such as team sports, clubs and ASB preceding action offices. COURAGE Bravery; taking appropriate risks; having the courage of one's convictions; being capable of self-sacrifice 12 CORE ETHICS OF RANCHO BERNARDO DEFIANCE OF AUTHORITY HIGH SCHOOL 1. All school staff members are in a position of authority on Rancho Bernardo High School is committed to being a campus and at any school-related activity. community of thoughtful persons in the way we use our 2. Direct challenges or verbal abuse toward a staff minds and the way we relate to one another. We are member will result in disciplinary action. dedicated to developing character through a school-wide 3. If the challenge or verbal abuse is considered a threat effort of students and staff to examine and bring to life the of bodily harm to a staff member, disciplinary action following habits of mind: could result in arrest and possible expulsion from the Rancho Bernardo High School encourages all students to be Poway Unified School District. respectful of others, including other students, faculty, staff, and parents. This would include being tolerant of differences NOTE: By law, students are required to do what is as well. Racially or gender oriented offenses will not be reasonably asked of them as long as the request does not tolerated and are subject to strict discipline. cause physical or mental danger to them. If a student feels he/she is being treated unfairly, the student should NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: District refrain from arguing with the staff member and take the programs and activities shall be free from discrimination appeal to an administrator. SCHOOL STAFF IS with respect to gender, race, color, religion, national DEFINED AS ANY AND ALL ADULT PERSONNEL. origin, ethnic group, marital or parental status, and physical or mental disability. DRESS CODE School clothing should be neat, clean, and follow the CONFLICT RESOLUTION standards of common decency and safety. Shirts and shoes During the 1992-93 school year the students created the must be worn at all times. Appropriate clothing guidelines following conflict resolution: include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Agree to avoid the use of derogatory names. 1. Apparel must not promote or mention violence, drugs, 2. Agree to try to understand the intent of another alcohol, sexual references, or gangs. person's actions before reacting. 2. Tops must be secured with straps. 3. Agree to respect individuals as they are. 3. ―Muscle‖ undershirts are not allowed. 4. Agree to educate and learn from each other. 4. No bare midriffs. 5. Agree that educators should be educated on culturally 5. Underwear must not be exposed. sensitive issues/themes. 6. Tops must not reveal cleavage. 6. Agree that students want and need input on 7. Skirts must be at least mid-thigh. (―Skorts‖ are administrative decisions. defined as skirts). 7. Agree that students should be educated from a global 8. Mini-shorts are not allowed. perspective. 9. No bandanas. 8. Agree to listen to each others' perspective. 10. Shoes must be worn at all times. 9. Agree all cultural clubs are open to all students. 10. Agree that only united as a student body can issues If students arrive at school dressed inappropriately, parents be resolved. will be notified and requested to bring clothes to school for 11. Agree to request mediation between students and their children to change into. Students will not be allowed staff when necessary. to return to class until they meet the RBHS dress code. Let's work together to make the learning environment at DANCES and DANCE CONTRACT Rancho Bernardo High school good for everyone. Guests over 20 years of age are not permitted to attend RBHS dances. An RBHS student must have a signed RBHS Dance Contract on file prior to attending RBHS dances. The terms and conditions of the Dance Contract AND the school EARLY DEPARTURE POLICY FALL: Students who leave school prior to the end of the Dress Code will be enforced at all dances and the attire fall semester will take their finals upon their return. These should be in good taste. ―Freak dancing‖ or sexually students need to make arrangements with their teachers suggestive dancing will not be allowed. Financial, for their tests. disciplinary and attendance obligations must be fulfilled to SPRING: Students who leave school prior to final exams be eligible to attend the Prom. will take their finals upon their return. Students may call during the summer to make arrangements with the Registrar to take their finals in June, July, or August. 13 Students who do not take their finals during the summer another individual or joining or ―jumping‖ into a fight months may take them after the start of school in August. already in progress is subject to arrest as well as severe In this case, the student will need to make arrangements disciplinary action. with their teachers to take their finals. The faculty, counselors, and administrators are always Students who leave permanently prior to the end of school, willing to help students resolve conflicts. Utilize these must refer to School Board Policy 3.6.2. resources when the situation warrants and before it becomes ―physical‖. EXPLOSIVES, WEAPONS, AND RELATED NOTIFICATION REGARDING VIOLENT STUDENT DEVICES BEHAVIOR 1. Any weapons or simulated weapons brought on campus The school district shall, in accordance with Education Code will be confiscated. The result could be possible arrest, Section 49079, inform the teacher of each pupil who engaged prosecution, and expulsion. The list of prohibited in, or is reasonably suspected to have engaged in, any of the weapons is, but not limited to: guns, air-powered guns, acts described in any of the subdivisions, except subdivision B-B guns, pellet guns, paint ball guns, stun-guns, zap, (h), of Section 48900. The district shall provide the and zip guns. information to the teacher based upon any records that the 2. All types of knives regardless of size or design, and district maintains in its ordinary course of business, or similar sharp or pointed objects, regardless of length, are receives from a law enforcement agency, regarding a pupil considered weapons and are not to be brought on described in this section. campus. Disciplinary action including suspension and/or expulsion, will result. 3. Look-alike weapons are prohibited. Students who bring FRIDAY SCHOOL RULES look-alike weapons to school are subject to suspension 1. The time is 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and/or expulsion. 2. STUDENTS MUST BE ON TIME WITH WORK TO 4. Any student proved to be in possession of firecrackers or DO. any other explosive device will be suspended with 3. All music devices and cell phones must be turned off and consideration of expulsion. out of sight. 5. Any student found guilty of setting off an explosive 4. Students may come to Friday School voluntarily or by device, including firecrackers and ―poppers‖, will be assignment. suspended pending recommendation of expulsion. 5. Any conflicts to an assigned Friday School must be brought to the attention of the Attendance Coordinator California Education Code 49331: Any certificated by Monday of the same week. employee of any school district and any classified employee 6. Failure to show to Friday school will result in a of a school district who is designated by the governing board Saturday School and a reassigned Friday School. for such purposes may take from the personal possession of 7. Friday school will have student tutors to assist with any pupil upon school premises or while under the authority work. of school personnel any injurious object in the possession of 8. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT to the pupil. get work from their teachers prior to going to Friday School. 9. All work done in Friday School will be turned in to the FACULTY ROOMS Friday School teacher at that time. Completed work will 1. Students are not allowed in the faculty workroom, be given to the appropriate teacher on the following faculty offices, staff restrooms, or faculty lunchroom. school date. 2. T.A.s may be in faculty rooms only when supervised by 10. FAILURE TO TURN IN COMPLETED WORK WILL the faculty member to whom they are assigned. RESULT IN ANOTHER FRIDAY SCHOOL. FIGHTING/BATTERY GAMBLING Rancho Bernardo High School is committed to being a Gambling in any form is prohibited by law. Therefore, Fight-Free Campus. Fighting is an unacceptable way to pitching or flipping coins, rolling dice and any other form of resolve conflict and will not be tolerated on this campus. gambling will result in disciplinary action. Serious steps, which may include citation by the San Diego Police Department, will be taken toward anyone involved in verbal or physical aggression directed toward any other person. Furthermore, battery is illegal and anyone attacking 14 GANG POLICY Section 212.5 and Board Policy). The District The Board of Education of the Poway Unified School District is committed to providing students with an academic believes in a safe and orderly environment for students and environment that is free from harassment desires to keep District schools free from the harmful and discrimination. influence of gangs and gang behavior. Therefore, the Board encourages activities that will allow students to pursue their Discrimination is negative or unfair treatment toward an common interests in a positive way and to resist peer individual based on race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, pressure to become involved in gang activity. The Board religion, or gender. prohibits behavior that provokes confrontation, violence, or disruption of the school environment (5.25 Gang Prevention These acts are prohibited: Policy). Vulgar letters, notes, posters, symbols or other writings offensive to students of a specific race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or gender. Comments, gestures or touches of a sexual nature that GRADUATION are deliberate and unwelcome. Students may participate in the graduation ceremony if they have completed a minimum of 230 credits and all of the Any forced action such as pulling clothes down, requirements for graduation. Beginning with the Class of blocking or cornering someone in a sexual way. 2006, students may participate in the graduation ceremony if Negative comments, slurs, or behaviors based on race, they have completed 230 credits and all requirements of ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or gender. graduation, including passing the California High School Vandalism to personal or District property. Exit Exam. Both the completion of 230 credits and Force or threat of violence through outright actions, passing the CAHSEE must be accomplished before a intimidation, or bullying. student can ―walk the line‖ in graduation ceremonies. Seniors must have all financial and discipline obligations There are several important things you should know about if fulfilled to be eligible for senior activities and graduation you feel you are being harassed or are a victim of ceremonies. discrimination. Tell someone you trust, such as a parent, teacher, HALL PASSES counselor, or administrator. Complaints are required to be in writing and will include an interview with a site Students are required to have an authorized pass in their administrator. Any student who falsely accuses another possession anytime they are outside of their classrooms. student or staff member of sexual or racial harassment is Special badges for the use of office aides, teachers' subject to disciplinary action. aides, and organizations will be supplied by the administration and counseling. The badges should be The policy governing sexual harassment is Article 5.24 of worn in plain view. Board Policy, adopted August 17, 1992. The legal references Students must carry their restroom or hall passes in hand for this policy are found in the Education Code, in the Title and present it to staff members when asked to do so. VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and in Title IX of the Students out of class without benefit of an approved hall Education Amendments of 1972. pass will be subject to disciplinary action. Verbal authorization to be out of class without a pass will not be accepted. HATE HARASSMENT and HATE BEHAVIOR Students are not allowed to use soda, snack machines, or In order to foster a supportive environment for a diverse cell phones during class times. student body, the Poway Unified School District provides guidelines to assist in the reduction and/or prevention of hate harassment and hate behavior (School Board Policy 5.28.1). HARASSMENT/DISCRIMINATION Report all hate behavior to staff and administration. Harassment is unwanted and unwelcome behavior from others which interferes with another individual's life. When Definition of Hate-Motivated Behavior it is sexual in nature, it is ―sexual harassment‖. When it is Poway Unified School District Board Policy, supported by racial in nature, it is a ―hate-motivated behavior‖ or the California statute, defines hate-motivated behavior as sometimes a ―hate crime‖. an act, or attempted act, motivated by hostility toward a victim's actual or perceived race, ethnicity, national Harassment on the basis of race, ethnicity, sexual origin, immigrant status, gender, sexual orientation, orientation, religion, or gender is a violation of both religious belief, age, disability, or any other physical or federal and state employment discrimination laws as well cultural characteristic. Hate-motivated behavior is as District Policy and Administrative Procedures: (Title elevated to a criminal act, defined as hate violence by the VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, the 1991 Civil Rights, the California Education Code Section 200.3 and section Educational Amendments of 1972, Education Code 422.55 of the California Penal Code. 15 HAZING Hazing in any form, including initiation, which is degrading, should be reported to the secretary in the administration is strictly forbidden by California State Law. No student office. shall conspire to engage in hazing, participate in hazing or 6. Students are not to share lockers! commit any act that causes or is likely to cause bodily 7. Students who write on or deface lockers will be subject danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace to disciplinary action. Defacing lockers is considered resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student or vandalism and restitution must be made. other person. Persons violating this policy shall be subject to 8. Items located in a student's locker or car are considered District discipline, misdemeanor penalties and forfeiture of to be in the student's possession. entitlements. LUNCH PASSES I.D. CARDS 1. Lunch passes are available to senior students only, with Student I.D. cards must be visible at all times during the parental permission. To be considered a senior, a school day. Students are required to show them to any staff student must have a minimum of 170 credits at the member upon request. I.D. cards are necessary for beginning of the fall semester (Adm. Procedure 3.6.5). admittance to athletic events, dances, and other school- In addition, the senior must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 sponsored activities. Students must present I.D.s when with no N's or U's from the last grading period. This purchasing items on campus and checking out any library pass allows a student to leave campus during the lunch materials. Replacements for lost I.D. cards are processed in period only and to return for the afternoon session. The the main office for a $5.00 fee. parent/guardian who wishes to have his/her student issued a permanent lunch pass must come to the office and complete the lunch pass contract. Parents / Administrators may revoke the pass at any time. LITTERING 2. Applicants must have satisfactory discipline and Students are encouraged to keep Rancho Bernardo High attendance records or the pass will not be issued. School clean at all times. Students caught littering will be 3. Any abuse of the lunch pass privilege or violation of the subject to disciplinary action, including campus clean-up. lunch pass contract will result in disciplinary action and/or loss of the lunch pass privilege. Abuses would be such things as loaning the pass to other students; failure LOCKERS to show pass when leaving; habitual tardies to class after 1. A locker is issued for the convenience of the student lunch; misbehavior off campus during the lunch period; during the school day. A P.E. locker is issued during class cuts or truancies (whether or not related to the use the first P.E. class for those students taking P.E. of the lunch pass); discipline problems. ONLY a Rancho Bernardo High School issued lock 4. Lunch passes are ONLY valid during the scheduled purchased at the ASB Student Store can be used on all lunch period. If a student does not return after lunch, a RBHS lockers! Students are responsible for purchasing parent/guardian must call in that day or the absence will an RBHS lock. Any lock other than the RBHS be considered a truancy, which CANNOT be cleared. purchased lock will be removed. 2. Rancho Bernardo High School is NOT liable for personal property destroyed or stolen on campus. RBHS and the PUSD are not liable for articles placed within MEDICATIONS Designated school personnel must assist any student who lockers at any time. Articles placed within lockers, needs to take medication during the school day and the including textbooks, are the sole liability of the school must receive both of the following: individual who has chosen to use the lockers. 1. A written statement from the doctor detailing the 3. RBHS lockers are older and, candidly, not very secure. method, amount, and time the medication is to be taken It is recommended that lockers be used only during the (Form H26, available from the school). school day. All articles should be taken home at the end 2. A written, signed statement from the parent/guardian of each day and for the weekend. Adherence to this asking the school to assist the student (Form H26). recommendation will help prevent theft. Students are responsible for payment of textbooks lost or stolen Both the required form and the medication (in original from lockers. container, no Baggies or other containers will be accepted) 4. Rancho Bernardo High School will not be responsible must be submitted to the Health Office. Students are NOT for maintaining the combinations for RBHS locks. allowed to carry any medication with them; this includes Students who lose their combinations will be required to aspirin, Tylenol, or any other over-the-counter drugs, without purchase new locks. special permission from the school and doctor (Form H26B, 5. Students must use their assigned locker only. Locks that available from the school). are placed on lockers other than the assigned locker will be removed. Any damage or needed repairs to lockers 16 Please understand that Form H26 must be filled out and BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL AND POWAY UNIFIED signed by BOTH doctor and the parent for ALL medications. SCHOOL DISTRICT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR THEFT This includes prescription and over-the-counter drugs. OR LOSS OF ANY PROPERTY FROM CAMPUS AT ANY TIME, INCLUDING ALL EXTRA-CURRICULAR Medications that require ONLY the parent signature are: EVENTS. Videotaping on campus without permission from sunscreen, cough drops, and contact solution. an administrator is prohibited. OFF LIMITS AREAS During break and lunch students are required to eat in the PROFANITY OR VULGARITY covered lunch area adjacent to the cafeteria, the large quad Use of profanity or vulgarity is offensive to good taste and area between the cafeteria and the Administration Building, will not be accepted or tolerated at school or at a school or the small quad between the Library and Science building. activity. Disciplinary action will result should a student use All other areas of the campus are off limits for eating. this type of language. According to the California Education After eating, the students may go to the cement area in front Code, students may be home suspended for obscene acts or of the gym or the athletic courts when adult supervision is engaging in ―habitual profanity or vulgarity‖. provided. Areas off limits at all times during break and lunch are: PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION The parking lots Inappropriate and overly intimate displays of affection are Public streets adjacent to campus not acceptable in the school setting. Students will be Bernardo Heights Middle School expected to exercise good judgment and restraint when Stadium showing affection. All athletic fields Stairway to gym by 700 building Sidewalks along the perimeter of the school REPORT CARDS / PROGRESS REPORTS Locker areas by the gym Semester report cards are issued two times a school year and Locker areas at Performing Arts Theater are mailed home to parents from the District office. Report Area behind the Gym/Locker Room cards will be mailed during the week of January 26, 2009 and the week of June 22, 2009. On rainy days students will be allowed to eat under covered areas throughout the school. Students who go on the Six and twelve week progress reports are issued four times a Bernardo Heights Middle School campus are subject to school year. These reports are distributed directly to the disciplinary action. student. It is the student's responsibility to bring the progress report home. Progress reports will be issued October 9, 2008, November 20, 2008, March 19, 2009 and May 7, 2009. OFF ROLL SCHEDULES Students are expected to leave campus when their individual school day ends, unless other arrangements have been made SATURDAY SCHOOL RULES with the administration. 1. The time is 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. BE PROMPT. A TEN-MINUTE BREAK WILL BE GIVEN. 2. You are to meet the teacher in the Multi-Purpose room OTHER SCHOOL CAMPUSES (MPR) by 8:00 a.m. If you are late, you will not be Rancho Bernardo High School students are not to be on the allowed to come in. campuses of other schools in this District or other districts 3. Rules will be read at Saturday School. There is no prior to, during, or after school hours. Students reported as talking or eating during Saturday School. being on other campuses will face serious discipline 4. All music devices and cell phones must be turned off and consequences. out of sight. 5. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to get your work from teachers prior to going to Saturday School. PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES 6. Failure to keep busy may result in being reassigned (i.e. I-Pod, MP3, PDA) another day. Students are encouraged NOT to bring personal electronic 7. Failure to fulfill the assignment may result in devices to school. Devices, such as I-Pods and MP3 players, suspension. are small and easy to conceal. They are often misplaced or 8. If for any reason, a student has to leave during the course stolen and, unfortunately, rarely recovered. In order to of the day, that day WILL NOT COUNT toward prevent any loss of valuable personal property, you are fulfilling the obligation. advised to leave the device at home. RANCHO 17 9. Conflicts with an assigned Saturday School must be SMOKING/USE OF TOBACCO discussed with the Attendance Coordinator no later than 1. State law prohibits smoking, possession or use of the end of lunch on the day before the tobacco, or any product containing tobacco (including assignment. NO RE-SCHEDULES WILL OCCUR chewing tobacco), by students while on campus or while AFTER THIS POINT. attending school-sponsored activities. 10. There are no excuses for absences, tardies, or early 2. TOBACCO USE IS PROHIBITED before and after departures from Saturday School. No after-the-fact school, in the parking lot, in or out of cars, and outside notes or phone calls will be accepted for excuses school entrances and areas adjacent to and around school of any kind. VERIFIABLE emergencies may be called property. Possession of lighters and matches is into the Attendance Hotline (858/485-4845) PRIOR to prohibited. your assigned day. 3. First tobacco violation may result in suspension or 11. All RBHS and District rules will be enforced. Saturday School. Repeated violations will result in suspension and citation issued by the San Diego Police Department. SEARCH AND SEIZURES School officials have a duty to protect students from the possible dangers of contraband, such as weapons or SPORTS EQUIPMENT/TOYS ETC. controlled substances. While the rights of students are a high Athletic equipment and toys such as baseball bats, priority, when situations of reasonable suspicion warrant, basketballs, tennis balls, rackets, Frisbees, skateboards, dice, searches of vehicles, lockers, backpacks, purses, pockets, and etc., are not allowed on campus during regular school hours. other personal belongings will be performed. Our goal is to Athletic equipment may be stored in the Administrative maintain a safe and orderly environment free of weapons, Offices until the corresponding PE class or until students drugs, or paraphernalia which can negatively influence the have been dismissed. Water pistols, water balloons, and climate of our school. In an effort to enforce its policy of other similar devices are considered a very disruptive zero tolerance for drugs, the District may use specially influence and are not allowed. trained non-aggressive dogs to sniff out and alert staff to the presence of substances prohibited by law or District policy. The above inspections shall be unannounced. STEROIDS Steroids are recognized as dangerous drugs. Use, possession, or sale of steroids on campus or at school-sponsored SEXUAL HARRASSMENT (PUSD BOARD activities will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary POLICY 5.24) action, including suspension, transfer, or expulsion. The Poway Unified School District recognizes that harassment on the basis of sex is a violation of both Federal and State employment discrimination laws as well as District Policy and Administrative Procedures. The District is STUDENT PARKING (JUNIORS & SENIORS committed to providing students with an academic ONLY) 1. Students may park in the student parking lot only. Due environment free from sexual harassment and will not to very limited numbers of parking spaces in the student tolerate such conduct on the part of any student or District employee. Any student with a complaint of sexual lot, parking is available only to Juniors and Seniors, harassment should implement the complaint process based on the following criteria: On track for graduation with credits (Seniors = 170 and contained in the Administrative Procedures. No individual Juniors = 110 at the start of the school year) will suffer reprisals for reporting incidents of sexual Good behavior (no U's or N's) harassment or making any complaints. (Copies of the Administrative Procedures may be obtained from the office.) Satisfactory grades (No ―F's‖) The District will promptly and thoroughly investigate any The use of the student parking lot and bicycle rack is at the students' own risk. Neither Rancho Bernardo High complaints of sexual harassment and will take immediate School nor the Poway Unified School District assumes action to resolve such complaints. any responsibility for loss, damage, or theft. For everyone's protection, it is advised that all students keep their vehicles locked. SKATEBOARDS and SCOOTERS 2. Eligibility is re-evaluated every grading period. Those Skateboards and scooters are not to be ridden on campus. A with stickers will have them revoked if they receive an F, general rule is for the wheels not to be touching the ground at U, or N during any grading period. Students can reapply any time. after the next grading period in which they meet the appropriate qualification. 18 3. All motor vehicles must be registered with campus TARDIES/UNEXCUSED CLASS TARDINESS security. Each driver will be required to complete a Students are responsible for being in class at the tardy bell. registration form with parent signature, present current The seriousness of tardiness is recognized in the State registration from the California Department of Motor Education Code and can result in removal from class with loss Vehicles, a valid California driver's license, and a current of credit or suspension from school. Students should be aware RBHS ID card in order to obtain a parking permit. All that periodic tardy sweeps are conducted throughout the year. students who park in the lot must have a student parking permit. Cars without permits will be cited. 4. When a student drives to school for the first time or drives a different car to school for the first time, he/she is to TEACHER AIDES/OFFICE AIDES (TA/OAs) 1. TA/OAs must wear their badges at all times during the register the car with campus security no later than period they are assigned. morning break. The car will not be cited that day. The 2. TA/OAs often handle school documents/forms. car will be subject to citing if the sticker is not in place by the next day. 3. TA/OAs found stealing, forging or altering school 5. Vehicles parked on campus must display a valid parking documents/forms will be home suspended for five days and dropped from the class. If dropped after the first permit on the lower inside rear window of the left twenty days the student will receive a W/F (withdraw/fail) (driver's) side. All permits must be affixed to the and cannot be placed in another class for credit. A W/F window. No permits will be honored if attached to also constitutes a loss of five credits the student would cassette case or other temporary means. 6. Vehicles parking in unauthorized areas, including the have received from successfully completing the class. staff parking lot, or vehicles not displaying the approved permit will be subject to a parking violation citation. This may result in a fine and/or loss of on-campus parking TECHNOLOGY—APPROPRIATE USE privilege for a specified period of time. The use of the PUSD computer system is a privilege for 7. The staff lot is off limits to all students from 7:00 a.m.to which all users (students, staff and community members) 3:30 p.m. Students may not loiter in any parking area accept responsibility. The computer system is intended to during any part of the school day. provide: 8. Park in marked stalls only. Cars that use two or more Support for learning stalls are subject to being cited. Additional resources for general information 9. Students should not park on the public streets near the Increased opportunities for communication campus as most streets are posted with limited parking. Also, the local residents have requested that the students Increased opportunities for personal growth not park on the streets. 10. Parking permits are valid for current year only. The PUSD computer system must be shared and available to Students must get a new permit and sticker from the all users. The computer system then may not be used in such office each year. a way as to disrupt or interfere with its use by others. 11. The following areas are off-limits to student parking; Inappropriate conduct in the use of the system includes, but is cars parked in these areas will be cited: faculty parking not limited to: Damage, vandalism or theft of equipment. areas, fire lanes, Performing Arts Center, the gym, pool, Theft, privacy or altering of software. or athletic fields, the bus lane, or Bernardo Heights Theft of services. Middle School. STUDENTS ARE TO PARK IN THE Use of the system to communicate unlawful STUDENT LOT ONLY. 12. PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: Parking anywhere at information or to transmit computer viruses. Sending information which is pornographic, Rancho Bernardo High School is by permit only. ALL VISITORS, regardless of length of visit, MUST obscene, sexist, racist or abusive. Plagiarism of ideas or information. REGISTER WITH THE RECEPTIONIST to avoid Violation of copyright law. being issued a parking citation. Specially marked visitor Use of the system for commercial purposes or spaces are for stays less than 30 minutes. 13. Students should be aware that ALL contents of their for political campaigning. Other conduct deemed objectionable by PUSD. vehicles are considered ―in their possession‖ and fall under the guidelines and policies of Poway Unified School District. The vehicle driven to school by the Inappropriate computer use, including hacking and/or the student is considered his/her vehicle for that day. introduction of a computer virus violates school rules and will result in disciplinary action. Disciplinary action includes The RBHS Administration reserves the right to revoke a restitution, suspension, being dropped from computer classes parking sticker as a discipline response to any with a W/F (withdraw/fail) and the filing of a report with the inappropriate behavior. police. Computer ―hacking‖ is illegally entering a computer system. A computer ―virus‖ is a program that once entered 19 into a computer will destroy software and computer memory 10. Students may check their library textbook record online, (Penal Code, State of California, Section 502 [A-C]. search the catalog, access online databases, or eBooks by visiting the library webpage http://rbhs.org/rblibrary and All students will be asked to sign a PUSD ACCEPTABLE clicking on Search the Catalog. USE AGREEMENT, TECHNOLOGY AND Click Login: Your username=ID# Password= lastname TELECOMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES. TELEPHONES THEFT/PROPERTY DESTRUCTION The office phones are off limits during class time. Theft and property destruction may result in police action and Students are not to be out of class to use these phones. possible prosecution. Restitution will be required and They may be used before and after school and at break disciplinary action will be taken. The parent/guardian is and lunch. In an emergency, students must obtain a pass legally responsible to pay for any losses due to proven theft from their teacher to the office to request permission to or damage to public property caused by the student. use the phone. TRUANCY/CLASS CUTS TEXTBOOKS AND LIBRARY Students who miss from 15 minutes to a full class period 1. The RBHS library is open from 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. without an approved excuse will be considered to have cut The library is closed during professional time. the class and will be subject to disciplinary action. Students 2. A current RBHS student identification card is required who fail to return to class or leave without permission, for all library and textbook checkouts. regardless of the time missed, will also be considered to have 3. Students are responsible for returning all library and cut class. After the 3rd class cut, Saturday school will be textbook materials by the date due and in good issued and a S.A.R.B. letter will be sent to the district office. condition. Fines are charged for late, damaged or lost materials. If a teacher fails to show up by the time the tardy bell rings, 4. Seniors must clear all library and textbook obligations students are to remain by the door until the teacher or before participating in senior activities. administrator arrives. Students who fail to do so will be 5. Students will be issued one copy of the textbook used in considered to have cut class. each of their classes. Students are responsible for returning the exact book Students who miss an entire day of school without a issued to them in good condition. Students will be legitimate excuse are considered truant from school and are billed for lost or damaged textbooks. subject to disciplinary action. Students who are truant are assigned one Saturday School for each day of truancy and Students who have more than one overdue text book may also be referred to the School Attendance Review Board or one textbook damage charge will not be issued (S.A.R.B.). additional books until the obligation is cleared. Students are responsible for books stored in lockers, including theft and damage. 6. A $5.00 per book fee will be charged for refunds made UNSAFE BEHAVIOR for library books and textbooks. Your physical safety at Rancho Bernardo High School 7. The library will be a quiet place suitable for reading and requires that you make mature and appropriate decisions studying. regarding your own behavior. Being involved in aggressive Food, drinks, and gum are not permitted. ―mock fighting‖, horseplay, or dangerous activities such as Students are expected to respect the furniture, scaling fences or sitting ―on‖ moving vehicles can be equipment, and materials in the library and to extremely hazardous. Students are asked to use common respect the rights of other students who are sense and good judgment to avoid putting themselves at risk. reading or studying. 8. The library collection includes books, magazines, In addition, students involved in throwing ANY objects at newspapers, online databases, art prints, recorded music, other students or into crowds will be subject to severe and CD-ROM reference sources. The library computer disciplinary action. network provides additional information resources for students and staff as well as MS Office and internet access. VISITORS 9. The PUSD Technology Acceptable Use Agreement will 1. Students are not permitted to bring visitors on be implemented. Library computers are to be used for campus. Visitor passes will not be issued. school purposes only. Games are not permitted. The 2. In order to ensure campus security and protection to library can be accessed 24/7 via the RBHS website — students, the campus policy regarding the presence of http://rbhs.org/rblibrary. non-students on campus is enforced. 20 3. Any non-student on campus during regular school hours is subject to arrest under Penal Code Section 626.8 4. Only students registered and attending Rancho Bernardo High School may be on campus during school hours. Students who have been assigned home suspension are considered non-students during the term of their suspension, and their presence on campus or at any school –sponsored event makes them subject to Penal Code Section 626.8. 5. Parents and guardians wishing to see a student during regular hours must check into the office. Non-emergency interruption of classes is not permitted. Parents entering to see and/or sign a student out of class must be prepared to present proper identification. Students may not be released to any person other than the parent/guardian without the parent's/guardian's authorization. PENAL CODE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, SECTION 626.8 Any person who comes into any school building or upon any school ground, or street, sidewalk, or public way adjacent thereto without lawful business thereon, and whose presence or acts interfere with peaceful conduct of the activities of such school or disrupt the school or its pupils or school activities, and who remains there, or who re-enters, or comes upon such place within hours after being asked to leave by the school official is guilty of misdemeanor and is punishable by a fine of not exceeding $500 and/or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding six months. WORK PERMITS All students under 18 who hold a job are required to have a work permit. Work permit applications may be obtained from the secretary in the Counseling Office. Work permits may be revoked as a result of poor academic performance. THE RULES OF THIS STUDENT HANDBOOK WILL BE ENFORCED DURING THE SCHOOL DAY AND AT ALL EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. 21 INTRODUCTION On behalf of the principal, faculty and staff, I would like to welcome you to Rancho Bernardo High School athletics. As a Bronco, you will be part of a very special group of students who will be representing not only yourself, but also your school, your parents and your community. That means a great deal of responsibility will be placed on you. We want you to consider that each time you put on the blue, silver and white of Bronco Athletics. Our school provides a comprehensive program of 27 individual and team sports for both boys and girls. As a part of the program, you will be participating in events that will bring you many lasting memories. You will make new friends, develop new skills, and be associated with one of the finest coaching staffs in the state of California. Athletics plays a vital role in the total educational experience, and as a Bronco athlete, you will be a visible part of this outstanding program. Consider it a privilege and honor to be a part of this program, and compete in a manner in which you, your school and your parents will be proud. IT'S GREAT TO BE A BRONCO... WELCOME TO RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL! Peggy Brose Director of Athletics 22 I. PHILOSOPHY Rancho Bernardo High School offers students an opportunity to participate in voluntary interscholastic competition in order that they may experience and acquire the lessons and rewards of team-oriented sports: namely cooperation, sacrifice, striving to achieve group goals, and commitment to the team. We also believe that a successful athletic program nurtures and fosters good citizens and tomorrow's leaders. Therefore, athletes at Rancho Bernardo High School will be expected to adhere to the following code of behavior: Always... 1. be on time 2. be enthusiastic, industrious, dependable, loyal and cooperative 3. be responsible and coachable 4. be a team player 5. abide by the general rules of discipline for RBHS and CIF 6. strive to improve 7. be positive 8. show pride and respect for your school 9. practice humility 10. attend tutorial when required 11. demonstrate respect for your teachers, coaches and fellow athletes Never... 1. sulk, pout or become angry when given constructive criticism 2. make excuses 3. criticize a teammate 4. be egotistical or selfish 5. use inappropriate language II. PROGRAM Rancho Bernardo High School is a member of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), San Diego Section, and competes in the North County Conference. The Conference consists of the following schools. PALOMAR LEAGUE AVOCADO LEAGUE VALLEY LEAGUE Carlsbad Escondido Mt. Carmel El Camino Fallbrook Oceanside Poway La Costa Canyon Orange Glen Rancho Bernardo Mission Hills Ramona Rancho Buena Vista San Pasqual San Marcos Vista Torrey Pines Valley Center Westview The athletic program is bound by the constitution, by-laws and rules of the California Interscholastic Federation; however, we are also bound by the constitution and rules of the North County Conference. Our own school may also have policies and rules that could be more stringent than those of the CIF or the league with which we must comply. 23 The athletic program at Rancho Bernardo High School consists of the following sports. Fall Winter Spring Cross Country (B/G) Basketball (B) Baseball (B) Field Hockey (G) Basketball (G) Golf (B) Football (B) Soccer (B) Gymnastics (G) Golf (G) Soccer (G) Lacrosse (B/G) Tennis (G) Water Polo (G) Softball (G) Volleyball (G) Wrestling (B/G) Swimming/Diving (B/G) Water Polo (B) Roller Hockey (B) Tennis (B) Track & Field (B/G) Volleyball (B) III. PARTICIPATION AND ELIGIBILITY A. CIF Requirements - Rancho Bernardo High School will uniformly meet the standards of eligibility as stated by the Constitution and By-laws of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF Green Book.) 1. If an athlete attains his/her 19th birthday before July 1 of the upcoming school year, he/she cannot participate in interscholastic athletics. 2. If an athlete is in his/her fifth year of high school, he/she cannot participate in interscholastic athletics. 3. Every athlete must pass at least four classes AND maintain a 2.0 GPA each marking period. 4. An athlete cannot practice or compete on any "outside" team, in the same sport, during the high school season of that sport. 5. An athlete cannot try out for a professional or collegiate team from September 15 to June 25 each year. 6. Foreign students must be on a CIF approved exchange program and have written approval from the CIF San Diego Section. Waiver forms are available from the RBHS Athletics Office. B. General Regulations 1. An athlete must live with his/her parent or legal guardian and within the geographical boundaries of Rancho Bernardo High School to be eligible. (For your information, it takes court action to have someone declared your legal guardian.) If the athlete has moved recently, or if you have any questions on this rule, talk to the athletic director immediately. 2. There are some situations where students do not live within the boundaries of Rancho Bernardo High School, but have the official permission of the Board of Education to attend our school. These students may be eligible. If you have any questions, see the athletic director. 3. An athlete cannot be a member, or a pledge of, or attend meetings of a secret fraternity or club and still be eligible for a Rancho Bernardo team. 4. No senior may participate at the junior varsity level. 24 C. Rancho Bernardo High School Rules of Eligibility 1. Potential athletes must turn in a completed athletic packet by the required deadline to be eligible to pick up a ―Ticket to Play‖. Possession of a ―Ticket to Play‖ is required before trying out for any team and must be presented to the coach on the first day of tryouts. a. Physical (must include parent signature and insurance information). An athlete may not start the season, including tryouts, with a physical that will expire during the season. b. Coaches medical information release c. Ethics in sports d. Residency verification / hazing policy e. Signature page 2. If a student does not have insurance, School Accident Insurance may be purchased to meet this requirement. An application can be picked up from the Athletic Secretary. 3. Scholastic Eligibility Requirement a. During each grading period, in their season of sport, students must attain a 2.0 grade point average (based on a 4.0 scale) and be passing 4 classes (20 semester units). b. Accounting for eligibility will be the day after school-wide distribution of grades. The grades that will be counted for eligibility are six-week grades, twelve-week grades, and semester grades. Summer school grades may be computed to improve spring semester grades. c. If a student earns a spot on a team but has not attained a 2.0 grade point average in the previous grading period (whether they were on a sports team or not at that time), one of two things will occur: (1). If this is the athlete's second consecutive grading period below a 2.0, they will be ineligible. Or (2). They will be placed on probation (which allows them to compete). Once an athlete has used their probation, each grading period below a 2.0 results in ineligibility. d. A student may only be placed on probation once during their freshman year and once during the subsequent three years. e. Progress toward Graduation At the high school level, normal progress toward graduation will be defined as follows: The student has passed 20 semester units (4 classes) the previous grading period. (1). Failure to pass 4 classes during any grading period will result in ineligibility. f. All CIF eligibility rules still apply. D. Team Rules/Policies 1. Athletes are expected to be on time. Coaches will impose an appropriate penalty for tardiness. 2. If you are absent from school, you must have one of your parents call to notify the coach or leave a message at the switchboard. 3. If an athlete has attended school, he/she may not miss practice. 4. An athlete must attend 2/3 of the school day (4 daily classes; 2 lab classes) in order to practice or play in any athletic contest at any level. An exception may be granted if the principal or director of athletics is informed prior to the absence. 5. Participation in school athletics takes precedence over all other outside athletic activities. Recognizing that choices must be made in everything we do; first priority must be given to high school athletics over club sport activities. An athlete may have to choose to participate in high school athletics over club sports during the season. 25 6. General Athletic Facility Regulations a. Shirts and shoes are required at all times b. No one is to be in the athletic facility alone c. All students must be under the supervision of an instructor d. No chewing gum or eating candy while lifting weights in the weight room e. No food or drinks (except water) inside weight room or on stadium field/track. f. No horseplay or profanity g. No abuse of equipment. Any equipment that is broken must be reported immediately. h. Sunflower seeds are NOT allowed in any athletic facility. 7. Vacation Policy Vacations by athletic team members during a sport season are discouraged. Parents/athletes wishing to do so may want to assess their commitment to being an athlete. In the event an absence due to a vacation if unavoidable, an athlete must: a. Contact the head coach prior to the vacation. b. Be willing to assume the responsibilities and consequences of missing practice or athletic contests. Consequences will be at the discretion of the head coach. Vacation policy will be reviewed by the head coach at the beginning of each season. 8. Squad Selection In accordance with our philosophy of athletics and our desire to see as many students as possible participate in the athletic program while at Rancho Bernardo High School, we encourage coaches to keep as many students as they can without unbalancing the integrity of their sport. Time, space, facilities, equipment, personal preference, and other factors will place limitations on the most effective squad size for any particular sport. Squad selection is determined by the coaching staff through a normal tryout procedure open to all students. 9. Locker Room Regulations a. Rough-housing and throwing towels or other objects are not allowed in the locker room. b. Hazing of other players is not allowed. All athletes and parents must sign and return the school policy against hazing as a requirement for athletic participation. Hazing: Hazing in any form including initiation which is degrading is strictly forbidden by California State Law. No student shall conspire to engage in hazing, participate in hazing or commit any act that causes or is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student or other person. Persons violating this policy shall be subject to District discipline, misdemeanor penalties and forfeiture of entitlements (athletic participation, awards, certificates, letters, etc.) c. All showers must be turned off. The last person to leave the shower room is expected to check all showers. d. Only coaches and assigned players are allowed in the locker room. e. All spiked or cleated shoes must be put on and taken off outside the locker room or school buildings. f. No glass containers are permitted in locker rooms. 10. Release from Class It is the responsibility of athletes to see their teachers before they are absent due to an athletic contest. Do not leave class prior to your release time. 26 11. Grooming and Dress Policy A member of an athletic team is expected to be well groomed. Appearance, expression and actions always influence people's opinions of athletes, the team and the school. Once a student has volunteered to be a member of a squad(s), he/she has made a choice to uphold certain standards expected of athletes in this community. The following grooming and dress rules will be adhered to by team members: Hair styles are to be maintained in a neat and clean manner so as to present a positive image for both the team and the school. An athlete shall dress presentably at all times, on trips or at assemblies or banquets. Athletes will not be permitted to participate until deviations of the above rules are satisfactorily corrected. IV. DISTRICT ATHLETIC DISCIPLINE POLICY (Section 3.21.2) Rules of Conduct Athletes are governed by District Policy, CIF Regulations, school rules, and the Athletic Handbook. Each school's Athletic Handbook will include the following section on training rules: 1. Possessing, using, having consumed, or being under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, other controlled substances, or intoxicants of any kind, including anabolic steroids at a school function will result in application of District sanctions. 2. Outside of school activities, these are prohibited acts that will be grounds for immediate dismissal from participation for the remainder of the season (fall, winter, and spring) or a minimum of four weeks, which will carry over into the next season of sport. a. Possessing, using, having consumed, or being under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, other controlled substances, or intoxicants of any kind, including anabolic steroids. b. Offering, arranging or negotiating to sell any drug paraphernalia as defined in Section 11014.5 of the Health and Safety Code. c. Transferring, selling, distributing, offering, arranging, or negotiating to sell, or possessing quantities sufficient to suggest the intent to purvey, give, or sell to other students substances which are, or purported to be, alcohol, narcotics, dangerous drugs, other controlled substances, or intoxicants of any kind including anabolic steroids. In addition, the athlete will remain on probation for one calendar year from the date of the offense. An additional incident involving alcohol or drugs, including anabolic steroids, within that year of probation, will result in a full year suspension. d. Rancho Bernardo High School also requires that its students involved in athletic activities conduct themselves appropriately at all times while in public. Any public behavior at any time during a season of sport that is in conflict with District or school policies or codes of law enforcement is subject to team participation sanctions. These sanctions may range from a short term suspension to removal from the team. e. These rules will apply 24 hrs/day 7 days/week for athletes in season. 3. Any use of tobacco in any form during the season will result in a five-day suspension from athletics. The five days will carry over into the next season of a sport if the incident occurs at the end of a season. A second offense will result in a one month suspension. 4. Athletes will not be allowed to compete or practice on days in which they have been home suspended. 5. An athlete will not be allowed to participate on another team during the same season if he/she quits a team without permission from the athletic director. 27 6. Multiple Sports - athletes may compete in more than one sport in the same season, i.e. baseball, track, but only with the consent of both coaches. Students wishing to appeal disciplinary decisions should contact the principal for information on specific procedures. V. EQUIPMENT AND UNIFORMS A. Athletes should treat all equipment as though it were their own personal property. They must NOT abuse it. They must NOT trade with any other athlete without first checking the equipment in to the equipment person, and then have it re-issued. Be sure the changes are made on the proper form. No trades should be made without the approval of the head coach. B. When players lose uniforms or equipment, they may not take part in any other sport until uniforms/equipment is returned or paid in full. C. Athletes are financially responsible for all equipment checked out to them. No athlete... 1. will be cleared from school until he/she is clear on equipment, 2. will receive credit on items turned in if they are not the items that had been checked out to him/her, 3. will receive any awards, trophies or letters until he/she is clear in all areas, 4. who is a senior, will receive a diploma until clearance has been established. D. Athletes will not share their team locker unless assigned to do so. E. All gear will be turned in after the last contest. If you quit or are released from a team, you must turn in your equipment immediately. F. Uniforms are not to be worn around school or after school unless for game purposes to communicate team unity. G. Athletes assume liability for use of their own athletic equipment. H. Only uniforms issued by the athletic department will be permitted to be worn for contests. VI. TRANSPORTATION A. All athletes will travel to away contests by way of PUSD authorized vehicles only unless no such transportation is provided. In that case, the athlete will be responsible for his or her own transportation to and from the event. B. If, for some special reason, an athlete's parents or guardian wish to take the athlete home after a contest, in which PUSD provided transportation, the parents must request permission in writing from the athletic director 48 hours in advance. The parent must meet the athlete in person after the contest. C. Under certain, specific circumstances an athlete with a valid driver's license, the approval of the coach, Athletic Director, and with written parental consent prior to the event in time for the Athletic Director to verify with parents, may drive his/her own vehicle to the contest. D. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MAY STUDENTS TRANSPORT OTHER STUDENTS. 28 E. Good behavior on the bus is expected. As a member of a team representing Rancho Bernardo High School, you are entrusted with the pride and reputation of the school. It is your responsibility to make that reputation a good one. F. Conduct of Athletes on the Bus Players are to be neat and clean Behavior on the bus by the athletes is the direct responsibility of the coach in charge Players must not leave their seat while the bus is in motion All athletes must sit facing the front of the bus Players must not throw anything inside or out of the bus Use of profanity and excessive noise will not be allowed on the bus Players may not wear spiked or metal cleated footwear on the bus Players will take all equipment and trash (tape, papers, etc.) off the bus Providing transportation for non-team members will be at the discretion of the individual coach VII. AWARDS A. Letters and Certificate Awards 1. All letter awards in athletics should be earned. Letter awards can only be earned by participation in varsity contests. In order for a player to letter, minimum standards and requirements must be met as established by each coach. Such standards will be communicated to athletes and parents. In order to receive a varsity letter, an athlete must complete the season, including playoffs, in good standing both academically and athletically. 2. A letter, certificate and team emblem shall be awarded to each athlete the first time it is earned in a sport. Each subsequent year, a service bar and certificate will be awarded. 3. There shall be a certificate awarded to any athlete for participating on freshman or junior varsity team but not a letter. 4. At the completion of the season, all equipment must be returned and bills paid before any award is given to an athlete. B. CIF Awards 1. CIF championship medals or emblems (patches) will be awarded to all athletes of a team who have won the CIF team championship of that sport providing the athlete has also earned a letter award in the sport for the same year. The cost of extra patches will be paid by the team's club account. 2. A CIF pin will be awarded to those athletes in a CIF championship individual sport providing the athlete participated in the CIF preliminaries or finals of the individual sport. 3. A CIF pin will be awarded to all athletes of a team sport who win a CIF championship providing the athlete has also earned a letter award in that sport the same year. 4. Awards may be presented at the appropriate end of season program for each sport with the coach having the prerogative to award them at his/her discretion. 5. At the end of the year, the head coaches of each varsity sport will assist in the selection of Rancho Bernardo's male and female Athlete of the Year, male and female Scholar Athlete of the Year and the male and female Sportsmanship Award recipients. The winners of these awards will be presented a plaque at Athletic Recognition Night in addition to having their names inscribed on a perpetual plaque. 29 VIII. WARNING, AGREEMENT TO OBEY INSTRUCTIONS I am aware that playing or practicing to play/participate in any sport can be a dangerous activity involving MANY RISKS OF INJURY. I understand that the dangers and risks of playing or practicing to play include, but are not limited to, death, serious neck and spinal injuries which may result in complete or partial paralysis, brain damage, serious injury to virtually all internal organs, serious injury to virtually all bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and other aspects of the skeletal system, and serious injury or impairment to other aspects of my body, general health, and well-being. I understand that the dangers of playing or practicing to play may result not only in serious injury, but in serious impairment of my future abilities to earn a living, to engage in other business, social and recreational activities, and generally to enjoy life. I recognize the importance of following coaches' instructions regarding playing techniques, training, and other team rules, etc., and agree to obey such instructions. I specifically acknowledge that FOOTBALL, WRESTLING, LACROSSE, SOFTBALL, GYMNASTICS, SOCCER, ROLLER HOCKEY and BASEBALL are VIOLENT CONTACT SPORTS involving even greater risk of injury than other sports. Due to the heights involved, POLE VAULTING also involves greater risk of injury. By the nature of their performance, some cheerleading movements are very high risk. 30 BELL SCHEDULE MONDAY, TUESDAY, FRIDAY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY PERIOD BEGIN END PERIOD BEGIN END 1 7:25 8:23 1 // 2 7:25 9:14 2 8:29 9:27 Break 9:14 9:26 Break 9:27 9:39 3 // 4 9:32 11:26 3 9:45 10:48 Lunch 11:26 11:56 4 10:54 11:52 5 // 6 12:02 1:51 Lunch 11:52 12:22 Wednesday Schedule: Staff Professional 1:57 2:57 5 12:28 1:26 Time Thursday Schedule: 6 1:32 2:30 1:57 2:30 Student Tutorial 6½ 6 1/2 (optional) 2:36 3:36 2:36 3:36 * (Optional) * 6 ½ Period classes are optional enrichment courses DISTRICT – WIDE HOLIDAYS FOR 2008 - 2009 AUGUST 19…………...SCHOOL BEGINS JANUARY 19………...M L KING, JR. DAY Tuesday Monday – National Holiday SEPTEMBER 1……….LABOR DAY JANUARY 20…………NON-STUDENT DAY Monday – National Holiday Tuesday SEPTEMBER 29………NON-STUDENT DAY FEBRUARY 16-20…….DISTRICT RECESS; Monday LINCOLN / WASHINGTON BIRTHDAYS Monday – Friday NOVEMBER 10……….NON-STUDENT DAY MARCH 20……………NON-STUDENT DAY RBHS ONLY – Monday RBHS ONLY – Friday NOVEMBER 11……….VETERANS DAY APRIL 6-10……………SPRING BREAK Wednesday Monday – Friday NOVEMBER 24-28……THANKSGIVING BREAK MAY 25…………………MEMORIAL DAY Monday – Friday Monday – National Holiday DECEMBER 22 ………JANUARY 2 JUNE 11………………..SCHOOL ENDS WINTER BREAK…..Monday – Friday Thursday 31 32
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