INTRODUCTION
The policies and procedures contained in this handbook are the results of a concerted effort on the part of faculty and administration. The administration and faculty will hold each student responsible for being aware of the information contained in this handbook.

The ultimate purpose of education is to help each student become an effective citizen in a democracy. To develop and accept the responsibilities and obligations of good citizenship will help the student participate successfully in the world of tomorrow.

SCHOOL SAFETY HOTLINE
A statewide school safety hotline staffed by the Kansas Highway Patrol has been established. The hotline allows students to anonymously report possible impending violent acts in schools. The toll free number is:
877-626-8203
Students are encouraged to talk to local school officials, but are welcome to call the hotline if anonymity is desired.

ATTENDANCE
It is expected that every student will be in school each day. Absences and tardiness are entered on a student's permanent record. The parent/guardian of a student who is absent must call the school the day of the absence. If a call cannot be made, then the parent must send a written note the day the student returns explaining the absence. If the student does not provide a note or parent contact has not been received within one school day upon the student’s return to school, the absence will be unexcused.
An excused absence is will include:
1) illness,
2) death in the family,
3) appointments of a legal or medical nature,
4) attendance as a spectator at a school sponsored event accompanied by a parent,
5) emergency at home. This is not to include appointments of convenience such as haircuts, shopping, etc.
6) absences beyond 8 per semester will require a medical documentation to be excused
Admit slips (issued by the office) will be needed by the student to return to class after an absence. Make up work is the responsibility of the student.

TARDINESS
Being tardy to school and classes will not be tolerated. Students should leave for school early enough to give themselves sufficient time to arrive in time for the start of school.

Students are also given 4 minutes between classes and are expected to be in their seats when the final bell rings.
1. Two (2) tardies without penalty will be permitted each student per semester in each class.
2. A 3rd and 4th tardy will result in teacher detention. 3. A5th tardy will result in an office conference and detention.
4. A 6th tardy will result in ISS (in school suspension).
5. Seven (7) or more tardies could result in OSS (out of school suspension).

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