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1. Student Handbook 2011-2012
To engage students in a challenging curriculum so that they will become responsible, productive
citizens who value differences and can adapt to a changing world.
Wichita High School South
701 West 33rd Street South
Wichita, KS 67217-3418
Alma Mater
Hail to thee, our Alma Mater Lift the chorus, speed it onward
Hail to thee, South High Over hill and vale.
We will sing and laud her praises Hail to thee, our Alma Mater
Ever to the sky. Hail to South, all Hail.
This agenda belongs to:
Name ________________________________________________________________
Titan Time Teacher ___________________
If you can’t find what you are looking for
in the agenda book, be sure to check the
web site for
Wichita High School South:
http://south.usd259.org
3. Student Agenda Book Table of Contents
Welcome ..................................................... 1
Guidelines for Success ............................ 1 RESPECT
Administrative Phone Numbers.................. 2
Where to Call When You Need Help........... 3 Dress Code ............................................... 22
Behavior .................................................... 23
LEARNING Harassment & Sexual Harassment ........... 24
Search & Seizure ...................................... 24
Academics First .......................................... 4 Vandalism & Theft ..................................... 24
Stay Connected to School...................... .....4 Behavior Consequences ........................... 24
Full Time Students ...................................... 5 Suspension and Expulsion ........................ 25
Grade Level Classification.. ..................... ...5 Behavioral Adjustment Room (BAR) ......... 25
Marking System ......................................... .5 Youth Court ............................................... 25
Academic Honors/Lettering ...................... ...6 Crime Stoppers at Wichita South ............. .26
AVID ........................................................ ...6 Parking ................................................... ...26
Requirements for Graduation ................... ...7 Plagiarism .............................................. ...27
Graduation Policy....................................... .7
Qualified Admissions ............................. ....8 RELATIONSHIPS
Repeating Classes ...................................... 9
Learning Center .......................................... 9 Guidance & Counseling.......................... ...28
College & Career Timeline ............... ...10-11 Advocacy – Titan Time .............................. 29
College Testing/AP Exams .................. 12-13 Athletics/Activities.................................. ... 30
Mid Term & Early Graduation.................... 13 Behavioral Expectations for Students..... ...30
Clubs/Organizations ............................... ...31
RESPONSIBILITY Changes & Traditions ........................ ...32-33
Blue Pages Begin ................................... ...34
Homework Policy ...................................... 14 Testing Lingo ..................................... ...35-36
Late Work Policy ....................................... 15 Social Studies – DBQ ........................... 37-38
Accessing Your Grades ......................... ...15 Social Studies Persuasive Rubric ........ 39-40
Attendance Policy ..................................... 16 Sample Works Cited page ...................... ...41
Anticipated Absences ............................... 17 Rubric for Incorporating Research............. 42
Tardy Policy .............................................. 17 Expository Writing Rubric ..................... 43-44
Truancy ................................................ 17-19 Persuasive Writing Rubric .................... 45-46
Agenda Books........................................... 19 Narrative Writing Rubric .................... ...47-48
Lunch ........................................................ 19 Writing in MLA format ............................. ...49
Student ID Cards/Lanyards ....................... 19 Common Proofreading Symbols ............ ...50
Library Media Center ................................ 19 World of the Internet .......................... ...51-52
Health Room ............................................. 19 Computer Lab Contract for S-23 ............ ...53
Schedule Changes.................................... 20 Scientific Method .................................... ...54
Hall & Gym Lockers .................................. 20 Measurements ......................................... .55
School Dances .......................................... 20 Periodic Table ........................................... 56
Transportation ........................................... 20 Factoring/ Multiplication Table ................... 57
Wednesdays – Late Start .......................... 20 Powers Chart ............................................ 58
Hall Passes ............................................ ...20 Formulas .................................................. .59
Fire & Tornado Drills ............................. ... 21 World Map .............................................. ...60
Local Area Network (LAN) ........................ 21 Wichita High School South Map ................ 61
4. Welcome to Wichita High School South
In order to provide for a successful educational experience, we have developed an
agenda book for each student that is a “one stop” source of school information. Within
the covers of this agenda book you will find important information regarding academics,
school policies and procedures, schedules, hall passes, your tardy card, etc. With this
streamlined agenda book all students will have access to the latest school information.
The faculty, staff, and administration of South High School are here to assist you. If you
have questions or concerns, please ask! Have a great school year!
Cara Ledy
Principal
Guidelines for Success
Learning Respect Responsibility Relationships
•Be actively engaged •Treat yourself, other •Be on time for class •Listen to what
in classroom students, the every day with all others have to say
activities. teacher and all the materials you and respond
•Have pride in your property with need to be "learning appropriately.
work and advocate courtesy, care and ready." •Treat others the
your own learning dignity. •Complete all way they want to be
style. •Allow the teacher homework on time treated.
•Strive for perfection. and other students and request makeup •Have a positive
•FINISH STRONG! to talk without work when absent. impact on others.
interrupting or •Be productive
disrupting them. whether working
•Challenge yourself alone or in a group.
and others to obey
all school rules.
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5. Administrative and Services Staff
Office Hours 7:30-4:00
Cara Ledy............................................. 973-5477 ................................................Principal
Lori Gold............................................... 973-5477 ............................. Principal’s Secretary
Samuel Zogg (AVID, Jr. Sr.)................. 973-5473 ....................... …...Asst. Principal A - D
Melanie Kiser (AVID, Jr. Sr.)) ............... 973-5607 .................................... Counselor A - D
Renae Dixon ........................................ 973-5491 ............................................ Clerk A - D
Mark Farrar (AVID, Fr. Soph.) .............. 973-5458 .............................. Asst. Principal E - K
Cody Dickman (AVID, Fr. Soph.) ......... 973-5514 .................................... Counselor E - K
Camille Peacock .................................. 973-5467 ............................................ Clerk E - K
Darrin Ross .......................................... 973-5512 .............................. Asst. Principal L - R
Belinda Tummons ................................ 973-5471 .................................... Counselor L - R
Frances Clements ................................ 973-5516 ............................................ Clerk L - R
Jerry Cress ........................................... 973-5479 .............................. Asst. Principal S - Z
Tammy Kniffen ..................................... 973-5478 .................................... Counselor S - Z
Meleah Pellegrini .................................. 973-5511 ............................................ Clerk S - Z
Mike Amann……………………………...973-5485 ......................................... Psychologist
Ron Arehart .......................................... 973-5510 ................................................ Security
William Davis ........................................ 973-5656 ................................................ Security
Cleola Brewster .................................... 973-5474 ............................................... Registrar
Carol Graytok ....................................... 973-5460 ........................................... Attendance
Brett Gunderson ................................... 973-5532 ............................................. ...Truancy
Michelle Kuhns ..................................... 973-5506 .................................... Athletic Director
Tonona Martin ...................................... 973-5509 .................................................... Nurse
Amy Nolen………………………………..973-5483 ....................................... Social Worker
Mike Redmond ..................................... 973-5452 ................................................ Security
Catherine Rupp .................................... 973-5670 ........................................... I.E.P. Clerk
Ticia Trible............................................ 973-5475 .......................................... Bookkeeper
School Resource Officer..........................973-5456
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6. WHERE TO CALL
WHEN YOU NEED HELP
USD #259
Learning Center Programs 683-3315
County/State Agencies
Office of the District Attorney 660-9725
Social and Rehabilitation Services 337-6600
Juvenile Intake and Assessment 660-5350
COMCARE Crisis Hotline 660-7500
Community Agencies
Kansas Children Service League Parent Help Line 942-4261
New Attitudes - Truancy & Runaway Program for Adolescents 683-0011
Recovery Unlimited - Anger Management for Youth 941-9948
USD 259 Translation/Language Line 973-5137
USD 259 Tutoring Program 973-5159
United Way 211
Wichita Children’s Home Runaway and Homeless Youth 684-6581
· Homeless Liaison Youth Services ext. 233
· Crossroads/Case Management Shelter ext. 247
Youth Horizons Mentoring 262-8293
Commodity Supplemental Food Program 267-0511
Clothing
Goodwill 729-6600
His Helping Hands 838-8528
Klothes Kloset 265-1670
Health Care
Adventure Dental Clinic 832-2838
Center for Health and Wellness 691-0249
Elite Sports Chiropractic 337-5757
Good Samaritan Clinic 688-5020
Grace Med 682-6075
Healthy Families of Sedgwick County 942-4261
Hunter Health Clinic 262-2415
Hunter Dental Clinic 269-0677
Prescription Discounts 1-888-311-6224
Sedgwick County Health Department 660-7330
Tim Warren, Warren Chiropractic 529-3700
Vicki Dukes, Pomeroy Chiropractic 686-2020
Walgreen’s Sports Physicals 1-866-825-3227
Wichita Clinic – Derby – Sports Physicals 789-8222
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7. LEARNING
ACADEMICS
ACADEMICS FIRST
Too often students fail to place the proper amount of importance on academic
endeavors until it is too late. Academics First is designed to put the emphasis on
academic achievement in its proper place, the forefront of each student’s high school
experience.
Each Friday a list of all students who are earning the grades of D or F will be generated.
When a student’s name appears on the weekly F grade list 2 or more times he/she will
not be permitted to attend any extra-curricular activity until his/her grades improve.
Extra-curricular activities include all athletic contests, fine arts activities, dances
(including prom), and field trips that cause a student on the list to miss classes where
they are struggling. Once a student’s name is placed on this list it will remain on the list
from Monday through Monday. Students will not be removed from the list without
Athletic Director and/or administrative approval.
The D/F list is revised and updated each week giving students the opportunity to devote
the proper attention to their academic work in order to remove their names from this list.
Students are strongly encouraged to make up work during the tutorial sessions held
during Titan Time class periods on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays as well as in Pass
the Class tutoring before school, during lunch (M-F), and after school (T-TH).
The athletic director will be in contact with coaches, teachers and students to assist in
any way to improve grade status. Coaches have the ability to raise expectations as
they see fit. Each individual program can have grade expectations that may exceed the
athletic department’s requirements. Parents and athletes should be notified before the
season of each individual program’s academic policies and expectations for all athletes.
STAY CONNECTED TO SCHOOL
Wichita South has a web presence at http://south.usd259.org. You can login to this
website and access information for your specific classes by using the login and
password that you use for the computer network at school. Each teacher has a
classroom page that can be accessed by students and parents on the internet. You can
keep caught up with school work when you have to miss class by checking your class
page to see assignments that have been posted. Calendars, school announcements
and events, alumni information, assignments, extended learning opportunities through
podcasts and hyperlinks and discussion boards are just a few of the many features you
can find on School Fusion. Sports teams and clubs also have pages on School Fusion.
Remember that Student Assist is your personal link to school to verify your grades.
Open a web browser and go to https://wpsparentsonline.usd259.net (Current Parent
Assistant web address but will switch to Student Assist when you log on). Be sure to
check out these resources!
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8. FULL TIME STUDENTS
It is part of the philosophy of the Wichita Public Schools that students should be
expected to be enrolled full time. Kansas Law requires students to attend all hours
each day. One reason for this is the sincere belief that there are far more educational
opportunities for each student when he/she is enrolled full time. A lesser number of
hours reduces and weakens the educational experience.
There is also the recognition for fiscal responsibility. Currently in Kansas, students who
are not full time by the state definition do not count for full reimbursement of state
funding for schools. The following guidelines have been established:
1. All students are required to be scheduled for all eight periods.
2. The student’s scheduled periods must run consecutively. Students are not to leave
campus and return without permission except during lunch. (Open lunches only to
juniors and seniors.)
3. There is no free time or unscheduled time on campus.
4. Pass cards will be considered for second semester for juniors and seniors provided
they meet eligibility requirements. Students are not to be in the building without
permission during the hours that they have been given pass cards.
Grade Level Classification--BOARD POLICY P6320:
Pupils will be enrolled in grades and classes in which they can be expected to master
established district instructional/learning objectives. All pupils who are included under
the compulsory school attendance law must be enrolled and required to attend all
classes prescribed by the State of Kansas and the Unified School District 259 Board of
Education unless exempt by school authorities. High School pupils are classified by
cohort consistent with Federal Guidelines regarding high school graduation rate. Cohort
is determined by a pupil’s 9th grade entry date.
Marking System of Schools in USD #259
A (90 - 100%) -- Achievement and progress have been outstanding. All course
objectives which have been assigned have been mastered. All work assigned in
the course has been completed and is consistently high in quality.
B (80 – 89%) -- Achievement and progress have been satisfactory. Most course
objectives which have been assigned have been mastered. All work assigned in
the course has been completed and most is high in quality.
C (70 – 79%) -- Achievement and progress have been acceptable. Many course
objectives which have been assigned have been mastered. All important course
assignments have been completed and quality of work is acceptable.
D (60 – 69%) -- Achievement is not acceptable and progress is limited. Although
some course objectives have been mastered, many important course objectives
have not been mastered. Most course assignments have not been completed
with an acceptable level of quality.
F (59% & lower) -- Achievement and progress are not acceptable. Very few, if any,
course objectives have been mastered. Course assignments were not
completed.
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9. ACADEMIC HONORS
In recognition of superior achievement, an honor roll is published at the end of each
grading period. To be named on the honor roll, a full time student must maintain a 3.5
grade average, must be enrolled in a minimum of five academic courses and have no
failing grades. Teacher Assistant and Office Assistant are not considered as academic
classes. Students who earn between 3.0 and 3.5 GPA will be named to the Honorable
Mention recognition list. Juniors and seniors with an overall grade point average of 3.5
in rigorous college prep curriculum are eligible to apply for membership in the National
Honor Society (NHS). Other qualities considered for membership in NHS are
citizenship, leadership and community service.
ACADEMIC CERTIFICATES, LETTERS, BARS, STARS, NHS
Students who make the honor roll for one semester are awarded a certificate. An
academic letter is awarded after a student has been on the honor roll for two
consecutive semesters. After the letter has been awarded, an academic bar will be
granted for each two additional consecutive semesters that the student is on the honor
roll. An academic star is awarded to students who maintain a 4.0 for two consecutive
semesters.
AVID
AVID students who exemplify their own Advancement Via Individual Determination will
be eligible to graduate with distinction and to wear a special honor cord at graduation.
Some of the requirements AVID students must meet to be eligible include: maintain a
high GPA, take leadership roles in the building, serve the community, promote AVID,
complete standardized tests, and be accepted by a four year college or university.
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10. REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
In February of 2011, the Wichita Board of Education approved new graduation
requirements for a high school diploma. The new requirements designed by district
teachers, administrators, business and parent representatives are a commitment to
improving student achievement and preparing students for the challenges of the
changing world.
The minimum requirement for a Wichita High School diploma is 23 units of credit. This
includes credits earned in approved high school programs (2012 Seniors are required to
meet 22 credits for graduation).
1. Four units of credit in English ................................................................................. 4
English 1 (Grade 9), English 2 (Grade 10), and English 3 (Grade 11) are required
courses. Students should consult the enrollment guide or consult English teachers or
counselors about the fourth unit of English which must be earned in the final two
semesters prior to graduation.
2. Three units of credit in social studies ..................................................................... 3
Two units of credit in U.S. History I and II . ……….2
One-half unit of credit in U. S. Government ...... . .5
One-half unit of credit in world studies ............... .5
(World Cultures, World History or World Geography)
3. Three units of credit in mathematics ...................................................................... 3
Units must include Algebra 1 or higher level math courses.
(Students who have not met the competency requirement must continue to enroll in
math even though they have completed 2 units of credit.)
4. Three units in science (#4000). One unit must be a lab class. ............................... 3
5. One unit of credit in Physical Ed. Foundations or Modified Physical Education ...... 1
6. One unit in Fine Arts ................................................................................................1
7. One half unit Financial Literacy………………………………………. ………………...1/2
8. One half unit Career & Technical Education Program Class…………………………1/2
________
Required .......................................................................................................................16
Electives ....................................................................................................................... 7
________
TOTAL ......................................................................................................................... 23
Students must earn seven units of elective credit in at least two additional fields.
GRADUATION POLICY
Policy 1421 stipulates that students must have earned all 23 credits required for
graduation prior to participating in graduation ceremonies.
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11. KANSAS REGENTS QUALIFIED ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENT
Beginning the fall semester of 2001, students applying to any of the six Kansas Regents
universities (Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University, Kansas State
University, Pittsburg State University, University of Kansas, or Wichita State University)
must meet one of the following requirements for admission into the university:
• Complete the precollege or Kansas Scholars Curriculum with at least a 2.0
GPA; AND
• Achieve ONE of the following:
• ACT score of 21 or higher; OR
• SAT score of 980 or higher; OR
• Graduate in the top one-third of their class; AND
• Achieve a 2.0 GPA or higher on any college credit taken in high school.
The Kansas Board of Regents has approved the following Wichita High School South
courses for the Qualified Admissions curriculum. All honors, gifted, and Advanced
Placement courses are included in the Qualified Admissions curriculum.
English - 4 units required
English I, II, III, IV or College Prep English IV
Natural Science - 3 units required
Students must take at least one unit of Physics or Chemistry.
Science Survey, Earth Space Science, Biology, Chemistry 1, Physics,
Principles of Technology I
Math - 3 units required, Algebra I or higher
Algebra I, Intermediate Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II,
Precalculus/Trigonometry, College Algebra
Social Sciences - 3 units required
One (1) unit U.S. History; one-half (½ ) unit U.S. Government; one-half (½ ) unit
selected from World History, and 1 unit selected from Psychology, U.S History, or
Sociology
* Two years of the same foreign language is recommended but not required.
The South High Guidance department recommends students take Computer
Applications I and one additional computer course to earn one full credit. (This is
recommended, not required.)
Students who will be attending one of the six Kansas Regents universities need
to be aware of these requirements when they select courses during enrollment.
Please check the Kansas Regents website for updates at:
http://www.kansasregents.org/
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12. REPEATING ENGLISH, SOCIAL STUDIES, SCIENCE AND PHYSICAL
EDUCATION COURSES
Seniors will be given priority placement in recovery sections.
Students who have a failing grade (F) in one or both semesters in English I, II, or
III must repeat the semester/semesters in the Learning Center, Summer School,
Extended School Year classes or Recovery Classes that are offered during the
regular school day.
Students who have a failing grade (F) in both semesters of World History or in
one or both semesters of US History I or II must repeat the semester in the
Learning Center, Summer School, Extended School Year classes or Recovery
Classes that are offered during the regular school day.
Seniors who fail one or both semesters of senior English and/or Government
must repeat the semester/semesters in the Learning Center, Recovery Class or
Summer School. Students who are not completed with the Learning Center by
the deadline or who are attending Summer School to meet graduation
requirements will not walk at graduation.
Students who fail Biology 1 (or Honors Biology 1) must retake Biology 1 in the
10th Grade or earn credit in the Learning Center, Summer School or Extended
School Year.
Students who fail one or both semesters of Physical Education Foundations must
repeat the semester/semesters in the Learning Center, Recovery Class, Summer
School or Extended School Year classes.
THE LEARNING CENTER
The South Learning Center provides a non-traditional environment that enables
students to complete graduation requirements by retaking selected classes previously
failed. Open to seniors from 8:00am until close at 3:10pm Monday through Friday, and
underclassmen after school. The center closes at 3:10pm on Friday. Classes cost
$90.00 each. See your counselor for information. The Learning Center rules are:
1. Students are not allowed to repeat a failed class during the same semester that
the failure occurred unless approved by the Principal.
2. All LC enrollment forms must be signed by the student, legal guardian, counselor
and Principal.
3. All South High School rules apply to all LC students.
4. No 9th grader shall be admitted to the LC during the school day. These students
may be admitted to the LC during the school day at the beginning of their
sophomore year as their schedule permits.
5. Students who are co-enrolled at South and LC (not community) must pay $30
prior to starting any LC course. Students are then required to pay the remaining
balance of $60.00 for that course before starting another course. Students will be
enrolled in one course at a time.
6. Learning center classes are not available for original credit.
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13. COLLEGE & CAREER PLANNING TIMELINE
Preparing for a career and making plans to attend college after high school requires
organization, planning and preparation. Ultimately, you want to make the best possible
choices now in order to have the most options available to you later. To be prepared for
any option, including college, do the following throughout your high school years:
Take rigorous courses
Make the best grades you possibly can
Get involved in school activities and find ways to serve in your community
Develop your skills and talents and pursue your personal interests
Gather information about your college and career choices and options
Save money for college or career training
To get into college and prepare for a career, you need to do specific things each year in
high school. Following this timeline will help keep you organized and on track.
9th Grade
Get off to a good start academically. Remember, all of your 9th grade courses and
grades will be on your transcript, and your freshman grades will be used to calculate
your GPA;
Challenge yourself academically and consider taking a variety of courses that will
help you develop new skills. This will help you prepare for future standardized tests
and explore career interests;
Develop a 4-year high school plan. This plan should list all of the courses your plan
to take each year. Make sure that your 4-year plan includes the recommended
college prep courses;
Talk to your parents and your high school counselor about your plans to attend
college or seek career training;
Take the PLAN test and review your score report. This is excellent practice for the
ACT and your score report includes valuable career planning information as well;
Get to know your guidance counselor. School counselors are here to support your
academic, career, and personal/social needs throughout high school.
10th Grade
Continue to focus on academic development. Work to maximize your strengths and
develop your weakness in order to realize your full potential. Explore special
interests through elective courses and develop specialized skills by taking advanced
classes in a specific elective content area.
Start thinking about what you are looking for in a college (size, location, cost, etc.).
Make informational visits to colleges to get a feel for what different college
campuses are like.
Take the PSAT and review your scores. Many resources for academic and career
planning are available to you through the College Board when you take this national
standardized exam. This exam is also given to juniors to pre-qualify them for the
National Merit Scholarship Competition.
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14. 11th Grade
Begin to seriously research and consider your college options by doing the following
Meet with college representatives
~ Attend college fairs
~ Visit college Web sites to learn about specific colleges
~ Search online for colleges that meet your needs
~ Talk to your parents about college costs.
Take the PSAT in October.
Think of your interests and abilities in terms of possible college majors.
Look into scholarship possibilities.
Take the ACT and/or SAT in the spring. Students should begin preparing well for
these exams in the fall of their junior year. Summer workshops are also offered to
help students prepare.
If you are thinking about playing a sport in college, register with the NCAA.
Meet with your counselor to discuss your senior schedule. Make sure that your
senior courses meet your high schools’ graduation requirements and that you’re
taking the courses your need for college.
Make college visits in the spring and summer. Try to narrow your choices so that by
the fall of your senior year, you know where you want to apply.
12th Grade
Fall
Revisit the colleges you’re seriously considering.
Retake the ACT and/or SAT if necessary.
Begin filling out applications for admissions. Be aware of deadlines.
Meet with your school counselor to discuss your college choices, possible majors,
financial aid, scholarships, etc. Also go over your high school transcript to find out
your GPA and class rank.
Apply early for scholarships! Do not put this off. There are many resources and
opportunities available in the fall for students who take advantage of them.
Take advantage of the College and Career Center. This is a tremendous resource to
support you in your college and career planning!
Winter
Finish filling out college applications.
If you are applying for financial aid, encourage your parents to get their tax
information ready. Submit your FAFSA as soon after January 1 as possible.
Spring
Consider your college options and compare financial aid packages.
Decide where you want to go to college.
Return award letters and notify other colleges of your decision. If you plan to live on
campus, send in your housing deposit. Tell your counselor where to send your final
transcript.
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15. COLLEGE TESTING
Most colleges require incoming freshman to take either the American College Test
(ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Students should check in the Guidance
Center or check with the universities under consideration to see which college entrance
tests are required. This information can be found in the college’s catalog.
A registration packet may be picked up in the Guidance Center for either the ACT or the
SAT. You can register online at http://www.actstudent.org for the ACT or
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/reg.html for the SAT. To register
online you must have access to a credit card in order to pay the testing fee.
The ACT is required for Kansas and most Midwestern colleges while many out-of-state
colleges and universities require the SAT. Students should complete the registration
form, follow the instruction booklet carefully, and choose the date to take the test. ACT
recommends taking the test late in the junior year, during the following summer or early
in the senior year. Registration deadlines must be observed. Some colleges require
alternate Achievement Tests administered by the College Board. The registration form
must be completed correctly; the school’s code number is required for both the
ACT and the SAT. That number is 173-211. A Social Security number is also needed
for identification purposes.
Sometimes students apply to colleges and/or scholarship agencies outside Kansas and,
as a result, take both tests. The test results must be sent to the considered colleges
before the applicant is admitted. Often the ACT and SAT are used for scholarship
selection as well as for admission and guidance purposes. Several scholarship
agencies may also be designated to receive test scores. Scores from either test may
be mailed automatically to three colleges and/or scholarship agencies for the initial fee.
For an additional fee, more scores will be sent to colleges or scholarship agencies as
directed.
In order to be eligible for many financial aid programs, it is essential that senior students
take the test on the first or second test date listed. The importance of the examination
scores to college admissions varies with the colleges. A determination about how much
weight they carry to a particular college’s admissions standards is usually indicated in
the college’s catalog.
NCAA eligibility regulations to practice and play sports as a freshman at an NCAA
Division I or II college require the student athlete to satisfy the requirements of NCAA
bylaws 5-1(J), commonly known as Proposition 48. Minimum test score requirements
are 700 on the SAT (combined score) and 17 on the ACT (composite score).
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16. TEST DATES AND REGISTRATION DEADLINES
FOR COLLEGE TESTING
ACT SAT
Testing Date Registration Testing Date
Deadline
September 10, 2011 August 12 October 1, 2011
October 22, 2011 September 16 November 5, 2011
December 10, 2011 November 4 December 3, 2011
February 11, 2012 January 13 January 28, 2012
April 14, 2012 March 9 March 10,2012
June 9, 2012 May 4 May 5, 2012
PSAT/NMSQT – October 12, 2011 ASVAB – November 3, 2011
All students enrolled in AP classes are required to take AP exams and pay a
deposit of $13 by January 11, 2012; the balance is due April 1, 2012.
AP Exams
Government – May 15, 2012 Statistics – May 16, 2012
Calculus – May 9, 2012 English Literature – May 10, 2012
Biology – May 14, 2012 Chemistry – May 7, 2012
U.S. History – May 11, 2012 Psychology – May 7, 2012
Studio Art – May 11, 2012 English Language – May 16, 2012
Mid-Term Graduates
District-wide Expectations
Mid-Term Graduate: A student graduating at the conclusion of seven (7) semesters.
Requirements
Must declare during enrollment of junior year
Each school will determine process
Principals discretion in August
Must have sufficient credits
Submit a written plan approved by Principal
Plan must include:
Coursework for seventh semester
Post-secondary plan
Each school will determine plan format
Take Government in seventh semester
Both English courses taken in seventh semester
Must be qualified Admission courses and cannot be taken in a Learning Center
Examples:
College Prep English 4, AP Lit, College English, English Lit, World Lit
Only exception is for SPED students per IEP
ACT
State Assessment Proficiency
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17. RESPONSIBILITY
HOMEWORK POLICY
Homework contributes toward building self-discipline, responsibility and life-long
learning. It is a reflection of the classroom work which:
Enhances the academic growth of the student;
Prepares the student for subject lessons;
Reinforces concepts and objectives taught in the classroom;
Develops independent study skills to foster initiative and self direction.
Time
The actual time required to complete assignments will vary with each student’s study
habits, academic skills and selected course load. More rigorous courses may
necessitate more homework.
Student Responsibilities
Write down daily assignments in the agenda book.
Ask questions about the assignment if you do not understand what to do.
See your teacher during Titan Time if you need help to complete your
assignment(s) or make-up work.
Attend Pass the Class to get the extra help and support you need to be
successful in class.
Set aside a regular time for studying at home.
Produce quality work on your own.
Complete assignments on time.
In the event of an absence, it is your responsibility to make up the work in a
reasonable amount of time as determined by the teacher.
Teacher Responsibilities
Assign relevant, challenging and meaningful homework that reinforces classroom
learning.
Give clear instructions and make sure students understand the purpose.
Give feedback and correct homework in a timely fashion.
Clearly define homework and late work policy in the course syllabus.
Family Responsibilities
Monitor students’ assignments in the agenda book, the school’s website or
Parent Assist.
Contact teachers to stay well informed about your students’ progress.
Attend Parent/Teacher conferences in the first and third nine week grading
periods.
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18. LATE WORK POLICY
For each excused absence, students will be given 1 additional class period to make up
missed assignments or to turn in assignments that were due during their absence.
Any other assignments that are turned in late will be graded according to the following
guidelines.
Assignment is turned in… Assignment is worth…
Up to 2 weeks late 80% of earned grade
After 2 weeks late 50% of earned grade
*After the end of the 9 weeks 0%
*Based on the amount of time needed to grade late assignments, there will be a Late
Work Cutoff Date before the end of each grading period (see below).
†
Grading Period Ending Date Late Work Cutoff Date
1st Nine Weeks Friday, October 14, 2011 Thursday, October 6, 2011
2nd Nine Weeks (1st Wednesday, December Tuesday, December 13,
Semester) 21, 2011 2011
rd
3 Nine Weeks Wednesday, March 14, Friday, March 9, 2012
2012
4th Nine Weeks (2nd Wednesday, May 25, 2012 Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Semester)
†
Cutoff dates for tests and other large projects/assignments will be determined on an
individual teacher basis. These dates may be either before or after the cutoff dates
listed. Any such changes will be included in that teacher’s syllabus.
FINALS POLICY
All students will take finals for all classes; these tests are scheduled on the last two
days of each semester. Tests given at the end of the semester will cover all course
work covered in that semester.
ACCESSING YOUR GRADES
USD #259 has another version of Parent Assistant that was created just for students.
This new web applet allows you to be able to check your grades and missing
assignments in all of your classes. Student Assistant differs from Parent Assistant only
in two ways: your log-on credentials are different; students cannot change their personal
information (address, medical allergies, etc.) So, how do you access this new program?
Simple!
1. Open a web browser and go to https://wpsparentsonline.usd259.net (Current
Parent Assistant web address)
2. Login with the following information:
a. Username: first initial, last name, date of birth (acoleman090394)
b. Password: Date of birth: MMYY (0994)
3. You will immediately be required to change your password. Do so accordingly.
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19. ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular school attendance is required of all pupils enrolled in school under Kansas
compulsory attendance statutes (KSA 72-113).
In order to report an absence from school, parents/guardians need to call the
attendance clerk at 973-5460 to excuse the absence. This telephone will be on
voice mail from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. You may call during these hours to leave a
message.
We believe that attendance is essential to the success of the students and the school
program. A parent/guardian is responsible for providing notice/documentation to
excuse an absence within 72 hours. (Exceptions may be made only by an
administrator.)
Absences will be excused for the following with appropriate documentation:
Doctor/dental appointments--medical office verification provided on
professional stationery
Court appearances – court written documentation
Religious holidays that appear on a standard calendar
Illness – (Any student accumulating 12 days or 96 hours of student
illness will be required to provide a note from a doctor for future
absences.)
College visits – written documentation
Funerals – printed documentation
1. A student who is participating in school-related activities will be given an excused
absence.
2. It is the responsibility of the pupil to make up assignments. The teacher shall make
reasonable efforts to encourage and assist the pupil to make up missed
assignments, shall give credit for such work, and shall allow the pupil a reasonable
period of time to complete such missed assignments. Pupils with unexcused
absences are encouraged to make up their work, but teachers are not required to
accept such make-up work for credit. Students should be allowed two class
periods for each period absent to complete the make-up work. (B.O.E Policy
P1472)
3. Wichita High School South does not sanction gyp days or walkouts. Any absence
that occurs as a result of either will be considered unexcused. Oversleeping,
running errands, providing child care or having car trouble are not viewed as
legitimate excuses for missing school.
4. Any time a student leaves campus or returns he/she MUST check in/out through the
Attendance Center.
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20. ANTICIPATED ABSENCES
When you know you will be absent four or more days, students should:
1. Have a note from the parent or have a parent call the attendance clerk
(preferably a week in advance of the absence) stating the reason for absence
and the dates to be missed. Absences due to vacation will not be excused.
2. Obtain a Request to be Absent form from the attendance clerk or your
administrator. Have your administrator and all of your teachers sign it. When
you ask your teacher to sign the form, be sure to get the assignments that you
will need to make up.
3. Return the completed form to the attendance clerk. If you have a question or
concerns, see your administrator.
TARDY POLICY
In order to report a tardy from school, parents/guardians need to call the
attendance clerk at 973-5460.
1. Students will be allowed two tardies per class per semester. Every tardy after the
two free ones will result in the student being sent to the Holding Room. The student
is responsible for finding out what work was missed while he/she spent the class
period in the Holding Room.
2. Parents should notify the school if they know that their student will be tardy.
Students not in possession of a tardy pass in their agenda will be sent to the Holding
Room.
3. Students referred to Holding Room must record their names on the sign in sheet. If
students do not sign in, they will be considered truant.
4. If a parent/guardian comes to the attendance office to sign a student in late, the
same rules will apply as stated above. Students must be in possession of their
agenda at all times.
5. Students will receive the following consequences for tardiness:
Holding Room Youth Court
BAR (In-school Suspension) Community Service
Parent conferences
TRUANCY
USD 259 Mission: The mission of the Truancy Program Office is to assist in providing
a unified school and community effort towards quick response to negative school
attendance and educational neglect issues by identifying, developing, and implementing
plans and procedures to assure that all students learn the skills and acquire the
knowledge necessary for success at continuing stages of their lives.
USD 259 Goals: Increase accuracy in reporting truants to the appropriate agency.
Monitor and react quickly to non-attendance/enforce the law.
Establish regular school attendance as community protocol.
Reconnecting disengaged students to school.
USD Expected Outcomes: As each school becomes more committed and responsive
to these goals, USD 259 will create a lasting systematic and cultural change within the
district. Families, school, and community constituents will increasingly value regular
school attendance as the pivotal contributing factor in school success for each child.
Achievement of these goals will be evidenced by a continuous reduction in the number
of non-attending students and a corresponding continuous increase in the number of
USD 259 graduates.
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21. REPORTING TRUANCY
Board Policy 1460: Pupil Attendance
Regular school attendance is required of all pupils under Kansas Compulsory
Attendance Statue (KSA 72-111). The Kansas Compulsory School Attendance Law
holds parents responsible for requiring a child under their control or charge who is
between seven (7) and less than eighteen (18) years of age to attend school on a
continuous basis.
Board Policy 1461
In compliance with requirements of the Kansas Compulsory School Attendance Law,
reports shall be filed with appropriate authorities when a child is not enrolled in a public
school or when a child is enrolled in school and is inexcusably absent.
3 Consecutive Days, 5 Days in a semester, 7 days in a year..............IT’S THE LAW
Inexcusably absent for a substantial part of a school day on either three (3) consecutive
school days, or five (5) school days in any semester or seven (7) school days in any
school year, whichever occurs first.
A student’s attendance pattern must meet this rule before he/she can be reported to the
Office of SRS or to Office of the District Attorney.
A valid excuse for absence is defined as follows:
Medical or dental treatment, examination or recuperation;
Death or serious illness in immediate family;
Approval by school authorities, secured prior to the absence;
Circumstances or conditions which, in the opinion of the principal, constitute a
valid excuse.
Note: Students accumulating more than 12 days or 96 hours of illness will be
considered to have excessive absences and will be required to provide a doctor’s note
for all future absences OR be recorded as inexcusably absent.
Definition of Inexcusable Absence for Substantial Part of a School Day
“Substantial Part of a School Day” is defined as follows: The Board of Education has
set a “Substantial Part of the School Day” as being inexcusably absent four (4) hours
any part of the school day.
Procedures for Students with Excessive Student Absences
1. TWELVE (12) DAYS/ NINETY-SIX (96) HOURS OF STUDENT ILLNESS
Students that have accumulated 12 days or 96 hours of student illness will be
considered to have excessive absences. A letter will be sent to the
parent/guardian advising them that a doctor’s note must accompany any further
student illness absences or the absences shall be considered unexcused.
2. PROCEDURES AFTER THE STUDENT HAS ACQUIRED 12 DAYS/96 HOURS
OF STUDENT ILLNESS
After the parent/guardian has been notified, all further student illness absences
must be accompanied by a doctor’s note or the absence shall be unexcused then
procedures for Truancy Referral for Students with Inexcusable Absences will be
followed.
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22. 3. STUDENTS SENT HOME FROM SCHOOL BY SCHOOL NURSE
When a student is examined and deemed ill by the school nurse and the student
is required to recuperate at home, this absence shall be coded as medical/dental.
4. EXCEPTIONS TO EXCESSIVE STUDENT ILLNESS
If a student has obtained a medical diagnosis and has provided the initial
documentation to the appropriate school personnel for a chronic/terminal illness
such as cancer or an acute illness such as chicken pox, a doctor’s note will not
be required for the days/hours accumulated beyond the 12 days or 96 hours.
AGENDA BOOKS
Replacement agenda books may be purchased in the main office at a cost of $5.00.
Your agenda book has designated places for you to record your homework and obtain
passes for Titan Time tutoring. Replacement agenda books will not have tardy
passes available for the semester of purchase.
LUNCH
Juniors and seniors may choose to eat in the cafeteria or leave the campus. Freshmen
and sophomores have a closed lunch and must remain in the designated areas of
the main building or the courtyard, when weather is appropriate, during the lunch
period. All other areas are out of bounds during lunch time. The gym is open during
lunch period for recreation. It is the students’ responsibility to be in class on time
following lunch.
P1358 MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL LUNCH PERIOD ACTIVITIES
BOARD POLICY:
Open lunch is a privilege available only for pupils in grades eleven and twelve and
may be rescinded or modified at any time by the building principal for individuals or
groups of pupils.
Students are asked to pick up their trash if they eat in the hallways or other
alternative eating areas to help keep our school clean.
STUDENT ID CARDS
Students are expected to wear their student I.D. cards at all times on their school
lanyards. No other lanyards will be acceptable. Students who are not wearing their
ID’s on their South lanyards will be sent home to get them or they must purchase new
ones. All school activities held after school hours require students to show their I.D.
cards. Each I.D. card or school lanyard will cost $3.00.
LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER
The library is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 every school day. In order to check out a
book, you must have your student ID card. Computers are also available in the library.
To use the library during Titan time, you must first get a pass from the library clerk.
HEALTH ROOM
The Health Room is staffed by a registered nurse. If a student becomes ill at school,
he/she should, if possible, report to class and obtain written permission from the
teacher, then report to the Health Room. The nurse cannot be used as a tardy excuse.
If it is necessary for a student to go home because of illness, the nurse will contact
parents. Any student who is ill must check out with the nurse before going home.
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23. SCHEDULE CHANGES
Schedule changes will be granted for the following reasons during the school year and
only during the schedule change timeline:
A student is not at the appropriate skill level to take the course.
A student’s schedule does not have a course for every period of the day.
A student has taken the course before and received a passing grade.
A student is enrolled in the same course twice.
A student is not enrolled in a course that is required for graduation.
A student is enrolled in a course out of sequence or he/she does not meet the
prerequisite.
A student withdrawing from a class 3 weeks after the first day of the class will
receive an "F" for the class for the semester unless approved by an
administrator.
HALL AND GYM LOCKERS
Lockers are school property rented for student use and subject to search. Lockers are
rented and registered in the office for $2. Lockers for gym classes are paid for in the
main office and assigned and registered through the P.E. office. All students must
have a hall locker and the sharing of these lockers is not allowed. Valuables
should never be kept in lockers. The school accepts no responsibility for articles
stolen from lockers in the hallway or the gym.
SCHOOL DANCES
Students will be required to show school ID for attendance at all school dances.
When guests are permitted they must be preregistered and have a photo ID. No one will
be admitted during the last hour of the dance. Students must be in compliance with
the Academics First policy for the week prior to the dance to be eligible to attend
any school dance. The administration has the right to revoke the privilege of students
attending any dance if they are not in good standing in our school.
TRANSPORTATION
School bus transportation will be provided at no charge to students living within the
South attendance boundaries who are at least two and one-half miles from the school.
Some students who live closer may be allowed to ride the bus on a space available
basis. Transportation privileges can be revoked if student behavior warrants.
WEDNESDAYS - LATE START
Throughout the school year on Wednesdays, school will start at 8:20 instead of the
usual 8:00 starting time to allow teachers to meet in their Professional Learning
Community groups. Teachers will not have PLC meetings during the first week of the
school year, the week after winter recess, and the weeks of Parent/Teacher
conferences in September and February. The bus schedule does not change on
Wednesdays to reflect the late start.
HALL PASSES
Students should take care of their personal needs during the ten minute passing
periods. Teachers are instructed to not write hall passes unless there is an emergency,
and in that case, the office will be called and you will be escorted to the nurse.
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24. FIRE AND TORNADO DRILLS
There are procedures designed for safe evacuation of the building in the event of fire or
smoke. South will conduct fire drills monthly from September through May. Everyone is
required to leave the building immediately when an alarm is given. Students are not
permitted to go to the lockers or restrooms during a drill.
Three tornado drills will also be scheduled during the school year. In the event of a
tornado warning, students will not be permitted to leave the building unless called for by
a parent.
Students will remain calm, quiet, and attentive during fire, tornado and crisis.
LOCAL AREA NETWORK (LAN) COMPUTER POLICIES
Appropriate use of the South LAN and/or Internet is defined by BOE policy 1232. The
parents of each student are asked to sign a permission form acknowledging BOE policy
number 1232 regarding student use of the Internet and the LAN at South High School.
This permission will be noted on the student’s ID card at enrollment time as well as the
student user name for the network. Permission forms returned after the ID card has
already been made will mean the student must purchase a new ID.
Each South student has his/her own personal username, password and home directory
(H: drive) on the network. Individual passwords are not to be shared with others.
Students are expected to abide by the BOE acceptable use policy referenced above.
A student who has difficulty logging on to the South LAN should see a network
administrator in the library as soon as possible. Students must present their ID card at
this time. The network administrator will ascertain the cause of the difficulty and make
necessary adjustments.
BOE Policy 1232 states that student use of computers, the network or Internet shall be
in support of education and consistent with the district’s educational objectives. At
Wichita High School South if any student bypasses the network proxy or goes around
the Internet filter to gain access to sites which have been blocked he/she will be subject
to disciplinary action. After the first offense the student will lose computer privileges in
all classes for one semester or 90 school days. If the student is enrolled in a computer
class, he/she will be assigned a computer in that classroom with access to the Internet
for only that class period. If the student commits a second offense, he/she will be unable
to use a school computer for 180 school days and cannot enroll for computer classes
during that time period.
If any student logs in for another student or allows another student the use of
his/her password, both students will lose all computer usage for up to 180 school
days.
Students who use the South LAN, Internet, or computers inappropriately will be subject
to disciplinary action, which may include any of the following depending on the severity
of the action:
Suspension of network privileges Removal from a class
In-school suspension (BAR) Out-of-school suspension
Assessed costs of damages to hardware/software Expulsion
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25. RESPECT
DRESS CODE
We believe that students should dress for school in an appropriate manner because
inappropriate dress tends to promote an atmosphere of inappropriate behavior.
Clothing designed to call undue attention or make the wearer conspicuous is
inappropriate. Student safety is critical when choosing accessories to wear at school.
We also ask parents to support this code of dress so that students will recognize the
importance of dressing properly for the most important job of their lives: their education.
If any adult in the building deems your attire to be inappropriate, you will be
expected to correct what is unacceptable.
Unacceptable at South: Try this instead:
TOPS
low cut or see through apparel South High T-shirts
strapless or halter tops tops that cover the shoulders
muscle shirts shirts that cover the torso
tank tops blouses that show no cleavage
spaghetti-strap tops
bare midriff tops
BOTTOMS
short shorts shorts that are finger-tip length
sagging pants pants that fit at the waist
SHOES
slippers or house shoes shoes with hard soles
ACCESSORIES
gloves
belts with tails
dog collars or spiked bracelets
hats/head coverings including
bandanas
wallet chains or other long chains
jewelry/clothing associated with
gangs &/or illegal paraphernalia
lettering, appliqués, or tattoos with
profanity or sexual connotations,
double meanings, or promoting
alcohol, drugs, tobacco or violence
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26. BEHAVIOR
RATIONALE: In order to provide a quality learning environment in school, appropriate
student behavior is necessary. The vast majority of students are cooperative and
dedicated to making constructive progress in school; their efforts are appreciated.
SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL expects all students to follow these expectations for student
behavior. Parents are asked to cooperate with school personnel in setting the correct
tone for a safe, secure and pleasant atmosphere where optimum learning can take
place.
With this in mind, whether on campus or at a school-sponsored activity:
1. Students will arrive at school/class on time, prepared to engage in active learning
with appropriate homework assignments and materials. Students will utilize the
ten minute passing periods and lunch time to take breaks for vending, restrooms
and any personal needs. Teachers will not issue passes during class time
unless it is an emergency.
2. Students will follow directions given by any adult in the building. Students will
demonstrate courtesy and respect toward themselves, other students, guests,
staff members, and substitute teachers as well as respect for school property and
equipment. Students should not loiter across the street from the building or
on the fringes of the campus as per state loitering statutes. Graffiti of any
kind will not be allowed.
3. Students will exhibit appropriate behavior in the hallways. Students will not fight,
act to incite fights or form a wall of spectators at a fight. Students will not display
acts of affection, such as kissing, hugging and petting.
4. Students will use appropriate language. Inappropriate language including
profanity, racial slurs, name-calling or harassment of any kind will not be
tolerated. Students will not process, voice or distribute printed literature that
describes antisocial views (i.e. racial, ethnic or sexual orientation bigotry, racial
supremacy).
5. Cell phones, headphones, ear buds, CD players, MP3 players, IPODs, radios, or
other electronic equipment are not allowed to be used in the classroom from 8:00
am to 3:10 pm. If your phone is being utilized during class, it will be confiscated,
given to your administrator, and your parent will have to come to school to pick it
up. Keep your phone in your pocket, purse or bag during class. Students shall be
personally and solely responsible for the security of their cellular telephones and
other electronic equipment (as per BOE Policy 1464).
6. Students will refrain from using tobacco products, drinking alcoholic beverages,
or possessing illegal substances on campus or at any school sponsored activity
as per BOE Policy 1465.
7. Students will not bring weapons or weapon replicas of any kind to school or
school activities. This includes laser pointers. Violation of this expectation will
result in a student being taken to an expulsion hearing as per BOE Policy 1466.
8. Disrespect means disobeying teachers or staff members, not following
instructions in regard to conduct, or in anyway, by actions or words, showing a
defiant attitude. If you fail to identify yourself or to present an ID card when
requested to do so by authorized school personnel will be considered as an act
of insubordination. Detention or suspension will result from insubordination.
9. ANY act that disrupts school activity, infringes on the rights of others, causes
danger to people, or causes destruction of property (whether or not specifically
described herein) is a violation of school rules.
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27. Harassment and Sexual Harassment - Board Policy 1115/1116
Harassment is defined as verbal or physical behavior that puts another person down or
shows hostility toward another person or group of persons based on their race, color,
religion, gender, national origin, age or disability.
Sexual Harassment is unwanted and unwelcome sexual behavior which interferes with
your right to get an education or to participate in school activities. In school, sexual
harassment may result words or conduct of a sexual nature that offend, stigmatize,
demean, frighten, or threaten you because of your sex.
USD 259 will not permit harassment or sexual harassment of an employee, pupil, non-
employee, or non-pupil. Violation of this policy shall result in disciplinary action against
any employee or pupil involved, including possible termination of the employee and
expulsion of the pupil.
Search and Seizure – Board Policy 1469
The student has exclusive control over property in his/her immediate possession, but
such possession may not be exclusive against the school and its officials. When a
reasonable suspicion arises that use or possession of a student’s property is illegal,
illicit, disruptive, or a danger to the general welfare of students and staff, a search may
be made of the student’s person or personal property.
Vandalism and Theft
Pride and respect for our building, grounds and equipment are characteristics that are
typical of South High School students. Because repairs cost money, reasonable
damage charges are assessed and those responsible are required to make restitution.
Also, local police will be called and charges will be filed. School consequences will be
up to and including suspension &/or expulsion from school.
BEHAVIOR CONSEQUENCES
Various consequences are given for misconduct:
Parent conference
Lunch Detention
Behavioral Adjustment Room (BAR)
o Administrators will assign students for a specific number of days and
notify parents of the assignment.
o Attendance will be taken and submitted to Administration.
Community Service
Youth Court
Suspension from school
Removal from class
Expulsion
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28. SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION
In accordance with the laws of the State of Kansas and the policies of the Wichita Board
of Education, a student may be suspended up to ten (10) days, due to rule, policy
and/or regulation infraction(s). While a student is on suspension, he/she may not
attend school functions or be on the South campus or any other USD #259
facility.
In order to assure safe schools, the Board of Education has adopted Policy 1462,
Assault and Battery of Staff, Policy 1465, Pupil Behavior-Alcohol, Drugs, Drug
Paraphernalia and/or Other Controlled Substances and Policy 1466, Possession or Use
of Weapons. In compliance with Kansas State Bill 470, students found in possession of
a weapon or drugs will be turned over to the Department of Motor Vehicles and may
lose their driver’s license for up to a year.
These policies place substantial consequences on pupils who bring real guns or realistic
replica guns, sell or traffic illegal substances at school or on school property or commit
battery upon a staff member. Specifically, the policies state that pupils involved in such
activity shall receive a mandatory expulsion from the Wichita Public Schools for 186
school days, regardless of age.
BEHAVIORAL ADJUSTMENT ROOM (BAR)
In-school suspension allows a student to remain at school and complete assignments.
Upon assignment to the BAR as a behavioral consequence, it is the student’s
responsibility to obtain work from each of his/her teachers and report to the BAR room
prepared to work. Attendance will be taken and submitted to Administration.
1. Expectations while in the Behavior Adjustment Room (BAR):
Students will not be allowed a pass without prior administrative approval.
Students will not sleep in BAR.
Students will not have food or drink in BAR.
Students will not be allowed to talk in BAR.
2. Those students who bring nothing to work on while in the BAR will be provided with
supplemental learning materials.
YOUTH COURT
Youth court is a voluntary alternative discipline program. This program was instituted in
the schools to deal with disciplinary concerns and to provide law-related educational
opportunities to participants.
What happens in Youth Court? A student, who has admitted guilt to a school offense,
appears for sentencing before a jury of peers. The jury is presented with evidence
relevant to sentencing, deliberates, and passes sentence. Sentences typically include
community service, detention, written assignment, jury duty, mediation, or a written/oral
apology.
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29. CRIME STOPPERS OF WICHITA SOUTH
Crime Stoppers of Wichita South is a program run for students by a student board. Two
students from each grade level are chosen to serve on the Crime Stoppers Student
Board. These students decide on how much to reward fellow students for information
that lead to the resolution of a crime that is committed at South. If you know of any
crime or violation of school policy, please let Crime Stoppers know.
Any student who has knowledge of a crime or violation of school policy should make a
Crime Stoppers report. Any crime or violation, regardless of how insignificant it may
seem, needs to be reported. That information can be reported in a variety of ways:
1. Tell a staff member or the SRO Officer.
2. Leave a message on the Crime Stoppers 24 hour hotline.
3. Call 973-5481 and give your name, time you called and all information you know
of the crime including who is responsible.
4. Drop a note in the tip box located near the Security Office. Leave your name so
we know whom to reward. All names are kept strictly confidential!
5. Anonymous tips can be sent via text to 274637. Begin the message with
SPEAKUP.
6. Tips can also be sent through a secure website at this address:
https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=562. Messages are
encrypted and routed through secure servers to protect the sender.
PARKING
Parking on school property is a privilege and all cars are subject to search; vehicles
must be registered and display a South parking permit on the rear view mirror. This
permit may be transferred among those family vehicles which the student has
registered. Students attending Wichita high schools and using the parking lots are
assessed a $10 facilities fee.
Students must park in rows 5-16 in the main parking lot. The speed limit on school
grounds is 10 mph. Student parking is not allowed in the 33rd street (Sim) parking lot.
Motorcycle parking is provided in a designated area. Bicycles must be parked and
locked in the provided racks. Do not park in the spaces that are marked for visitors.
Parking violators will be assessed a $5 charge per violation. Repeated offenders will
have their tickets raised and additional $5 per infraction. Not complying with parking
rules and regulations may result in losing the privilege of parking on school property. A
$5.00 ticket will be assessed for littering in the parking lots.
South High and USD #259 accepts no responsibility for the security of vehicles.
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30. PLAGIARISM
Plagiarism occurs when proper credit is not given to the author or creator of something
you have used in an assignment; you are then claiming their ideas as your own.
Types of Plagiarism
Copying information directly from a source
Cutting and pasting information from an Internet source
Paraphrasing the author’s information (Putting it into your own words, but still
using the author’s ideas)
Ways to Avoid Plagiarism
Use quotation marks if the information is worded exactly as the source and
parenthetical documentation for any of the following:
statistical information, facts, graphics, drawing or art work
another person’s ideas, words, expressions, or theories
direct quotations of the author’s/speaker’s words
paraphrasing of the author’s/speaker’s words
A teacher will probably never tell you that you’ve used too many parenthetical citations
in your paper or research project. When in doubt, cite the source!
Consequences
Academic honesty is a very important expectation for all Wichita South students. The
purpose of this policy is to maintain high academic standards and an ethical
atmosphere within our learning community. When plagiarism has occurred, the following
consequences will be implemented:
Redo the assignment according to the teacher’s expectations
The student will receive no/reduced credit for the assignment
Parent notification
Administrator notification
The student with multiple offences will be removed from the class with no credit
for the semester
Removal from any academic honor societies
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31. RELATIONSHIPS
GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING
Guidance Center - School counseling offices are located in B-Hall and counselors are
available from 7:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. Students should sign up for an appointment or
have a pass to see their counselor:
Counselor A – D ......................... Room B5 .......... Melanie Kiser (AVID, Jr., Sr.)
Counselor E - K ......................... Room B2 ...... Cody Dickman (AVID, Fr. Soph.)
Counselor L - R .......................... Room B2 ............................ Belinda Tummons
Counselor S - Z .......................... Room B5 ................................. Tammy Kniffen
Registrar’s Office - Located in B-1, the Registrar oversees school records and works
with those requesting school transcripts.
College Career Center - Located in B-6, you can get help here as you fill out college
applications, apply for college testing or write your résumé to find a job.
Psychologist – Located in the Library, member of the Child Study Team, the
psychologist assesses students through testing, observation, & other means to help
determine proper educational placement.
Social Worker - Located in the Library, in addition to providing social histories on
students being considered for special education placement, the Social Worker is
also available to counsel families and provide information on community resources
which may be available to them. The Social Worker is a member of the Child Study
Team.
Behavior Specialist - Located in B5, works with students referred by administration on
behavior issues.
Truancy Specialist - Located in B1, works closely with the attendance office to identify
students with attendance issues and works with parents and students on remedying
the causes for the truancy behaviors.
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32. TITAN TIME
Academic success in the classroom is a goal that every student can achieve at Wichita
High School South. As part of our class schedule, an academic tutorial period is
provided for students. This time is known as Titan Time which meets for 40 minutes
every day except Wednesday. Titan Time offers students the opportunity to work with
teachers to get additional assistance necessary to improve the student’s academic
standing.
TITAN TIME GUIDELINES
1. Students must obtain passes in their agenda books ahead of time to attend
tutorial sessions during Titan Time on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
2. The first day of the week will be for Advocacy. Students may not pass to receive
tutorial help on Advocacy days. This will generally be on Mondays. For
example, when there is no school due to holidays on Monday, Advocacy will be
on Tuesday of that particular week.
3. If the student does not plan to attend a tutorial session, he/she must bring work
to Titan Time that will enhance his/her academic skills.
4. Students can only obtain a pass from a teacher who appears on that student’s
schedule. The exceptions are for students who need to use the computer
labs/library during Titan Time or visit with college representatives.
5. Seniors will not be allowed to drop their Titan Time class for second semester.
6. Passing time is only for those students who are taking advantage of a tutorial
session.
7. Titan Time will not be held on Wednesdays.
TITAN TIME GRADING
All teachers will use the same grading system for Titan Time.
Each Titan Time will be worth 10 points. Students will receive 10, 5 or 0 points
for each Titan Time class period. Students will receive 10 points if they meet all
the participation requirements for Titan Time or Advocacy, 5 points if some of the
requirements are met and zero points if none are met.
Students who come to Titan Time without work to complete or signed passes for
tutorial sessions will receive no points.
Teachers will exempt students with excused absences. (School related or BAR
absences are excused. Students in the holding room are unexcused and
suspended students are exempt from Titan Time.)
Students with unexcused absences will receive a zero.
Students are responsible for showing proof of attendance at tutorial sessions.
Since students will not return to Titan Time classes at the end of the tutorial, they
will need to show their agenda books to their Titan Time teacher the next class
day in order to receive participation points from the previous day if they attended
a tutorial session.
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33. ATHLETICS/ACTIVITIES
COMPETITIVE ATHLETICS
Athletics on the interscholastic level are a part of the total educational program at
Wichita High School South. South is a member of the Greater Wichita Athletic League
and a member of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA). All
teams will have a team page that can be viewed on the school’s website at
http://south.usd259.org . Michelle Kuhns is the Athletic Director for Wichita South and
can be reached at 973-5506 if you need additional information regarding athletics or
clubs.
Eligibility -To be eligible to participate in the sports program, an athlete must have
passed five (5) subjects the previous semester and be currently enrolled in five (5)
subjects.
Physical - A physical examination with the appropriate KSHSAA paperwork completed
must be on file in the athletic office before a student may participate in any part of a
sports program.
Athletic Teams and Head Coaches
Men Women
Baseball V/JV - Derik Dukes Basketball V/JV/FR – Antwain Scales
Basketball V/JV/FR – Demarcco Owens Bowling V/JV – Darin Culver
Bowling V/JV – Darin Culver Cross Country V/JV – Stephanie
Cross Country V/JV – Stephanie Chippeaux Chippeaux & Betsy Goering
& Betsy Goering Softball V/JV –
Football V/JV/FR – Cory Brack Soccer V/JV – Michelle Kuhns
Golf - V/JV – Travis Rogers Swimming V – Brett Beal
Soccer V/JV – Johnny Martin Tennis V/JV – Andrea Harris
Swimming V – Brett Beal Track V/JV – Cody Dickman
Tennis V/JV – Tom Grow Volleyball V/JV/FR –
Track V/JV – Cody Dickman
Wrestling V/JV - Mike Atlee
BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT PARTICIPANTS
Participation in activities teaches a student that it is a privilege and an honor to
represent his/her school. It teaches self-confidence, poise, respect for the rules and
good sportsmanship. South High and the Kansas State High School Activities
Association believe this to be an important part of the total educational process.
Wichita South Athletic Department may exclude any student athlete from representing
Wichita High School South if his/her conduct in or out of school reflects discredit upon
Wichita South or the KSHSAA or creates a disruptive influence on discipline, good
order, moral or educational environment at Wichita High School South.
Students are subject to administrative action if an administrator or law enforcement
officer’s investigation results in information that students have been involved in an illegal
activity or any violation of a state statute. A student who uses any form of tobacco,
illegal drugs, alcoholic beverages, or any illegal substances, at school or at a school
event, or traveling to and from a school activity/event is not in good standing and is
subject to disciplinary action as determined by the principal and athletic director.
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34. CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
In addition to athletics and other activities which are governed by the KSHSAA, South
High offers a variety of clubs and other organized activities. Students are encouraged
to participate in extra-curricular activities. Joining a club/organization or participating in
athletics gives students the opportunity to meet new people, improve skills, make a
contribution to South High and the community and have a good time in the process.
Students should listen to the daily bulletin and check bulletin boards for
information and club meetings.
Club Sponsor Room Number
DECA John Berseth M-15
Future Educators Cathy Mong E
National Honor Society Sarah Grandstaff D-13
Poetry Club Diane Schawe S-32
FCCLA Camille Harding F-4
Weightlifting Club Tom Grow J-6
Latino Leaders Teresa Molina E-4
Wrestling Club Mike Atlee K-22
Freshman Class Sherry Mariani C-10
Jennifer Haney C-9
Sophomore Class Camille Harding F-4
Junior Class Kristy Baker C-6
Anita Wilborn M-14
Senior Class Jolene Maltz B-2J
International Thespian Society Vonda Schuster A-1
Crime Stoppers Mike Redmond B-3
SADD Melanie Kiser B-5A
Circle of Friends Skeeter O’Ketch S-36
Choose Respect/Kindness Lexie Faulkner E-12
Matters Laura Almquist-Parks C-1J
Leadership Advisory Council Courtney Bell B-6
Varsity Club Michelle Kuhns M-6
The Spherical Lyrics Sara Harjo S-3
Rick Rivera
Young Life Bret Gunderson C-4
Teens Hope Cody Dickman B-2H
Parents as Teachers Cody Dickman B-2H
Jill Thompson M-12
Student Council Rick Rivera C-4
Technology Student Assn. Jeff Welch H-1
National Technology Honor
Society Jeff Welch H-1
Skills USA Darin Culver H-5
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35. Changes and Traditions
Wichita High School South became the fifth public secondary school in the city when its
doors were opened to 1502 students in three grades Sept. 4, 1959. The 328 graduates
from the Class of 1960 went through ceremonies in the courtyard June 1.
The original cost of the building was $3.9 million; it was designed by Fosbeam and Parks
with construction by the Clarence Vollmer Construction Company. Situated on a 40 acre
tract and modeled after West and Southeast, the original building comprised 226,000
square feet. With several additions, and considering inflation, the total value of the
complex exceeded $12 million in 1982. A courtyard between C and D halls became a new
library media center in the mid 1970’s and the area was air conditioned.
Several portables were added during the expansion years before Wichita High School
Northwest was built in 1978; several of those portables were moved only to be returned for
other growth spurts. When the ninth grade class was added in the fall of 1988, Sim
Elementary School became part of the complex and a variety of classes met there. The
Language Arts Department was moved to Sim in the fall of 1989.
When South opened, its teams were “Colonels,” its yearbook was the Sabre, its newspaper
was the Southerner and the school song was “Dixie.” It was that way for 12 years. In June
of 1971, the Board of Education ruled that themes must “continually unify and develop a
feeling of togetherness” and a committee was formed to come up with a new theme. After
analyzing several ideas and possible choices, members of the committee decided that the
name “Titan” was not offensive to any group and that the mythical figure would enhance the
school’s image. The original Titan was designed by Don Alexander, a 1970 graduate.
Through a system of voting by the student body and faculty, Torch and Sceptre were
chosen for the newspaper and yearbook.
C. Elmer Carpenter Memorial Stadium was so designated in the 1980-81 school year after
a petition to name it after the former athletic director was signed by students and citizens
and presented to the Board of Education. Carpenter was the athletic director at South for
15 years and died in 1980. Even though it is on the South site, the stadium is a facility
used by all the Wichita high schools. It has also been used for the Special Olympics and
other special events.
Until 1988, a tombstone was located in a fenced-in grassy area near the parking lot
entrance. It was put there in the 1964-65 school year to signify the “death of teachers’
academic freedom.” An English teacher had assigned 1984 as material for her class to
read. The parent of one of the students considered the book to be unsuitable for assigned
reading material because of controversial obscene passages and the parent petitioned for
the book to be removed from the classroom. Ironically, the student who was being
protected was not reading 1984 at all. Rather than doing the assigned reading, the student
had slipped a book considered to be much more pornographic inside the slipcover of 1984
and had been reading that one all along. As a result of this situation, the school district
formed a committee with the function of reviewing all books which might be considered
objectionable and the committee would decide whether the books should be removed from
the classroom and/or the library.
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36. Hanging in the cafeteria is a mural which was given by Southwestern Federal Bank when it
was redecorated. The mural did not adapt to the new surroundings, so bank officials
decided to give it to a school. South was chosen and the piece was hung here in 1977. Dr.
John Simoni and Clark Britton, art teachers at Wichita State University, created the mural.
The courtyard opposite the main office has become a place for student memorials. New to
the courtyard in 1994 was the addition of an alumni walk. The walk will be made with
imprinted bricks with the name and “Class of __” for each alum who chooses to donate.
Also new to South High in 1994 was an 8’6” steel Titan. Sculpted by retired public school
English teacher, Frank Jensen, the Titan was donated to the school by the South High
Activity Booster and the graduating class of 1994.
The school district passed a comprehensive bond issue in April 2000 for $284.5 million of
improvements. The South High construction began on November, 2003 and concluded in
2007. South High’s 10.1 million dollars of renovations included: 27 new classrooms,
expansion of a major hallway intersection and relocation of support administration/staff to a
common area. All of the portable classroom buildings were removed and all classroom
spaces are now air-conditioned.
With the passage of the bond issue in November of 2008, Wichita South is slated to have
improvements totaling more than twelve million dollars. The turf will be replaced on the
football field, a new track will be installed, a new 2,000 seat gym will be built and the small
gym will be converted into a weights room. In addition to the upgrades to the athletic
facilities, the auditorium will be upgraded, music, art and technical education classrooms
will be remodeled and expanded, and new windows will be installed.
South High School celebrated its 50th year of existence during the 2008-2009
school year. The year held multiple activities lauding the occasion including a
rousing send off of the class of 2009 at the graduation ceremonies. We welcomed
a host of reunions which included a number of students that attended South in its
very first year.
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