CENTRAL HARDIN

HIGH SCHOOL

STUDENT/PARENT
HANDBOOK

2011-2012

HARDIN COUNTY SCHOOLS

2011-2012
SCHOOL CALENDAR

 

JULY 27……………...…….…………PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

JULY 28………………………………PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

JULY 29………………...…………….PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

AUGUST 1………………..……………………………….OPENING DAY

AUGUST 3………………..….…………….FIRST DAY FOR STUDENTS

AUGUST 15………………..………………...……PRESCHOOL STARTS

SEPTEMBER 5………………..………...…(HOLIDAY #1) LABOR DAY

SEPTEMBER 19….....SCHOOL DISMISSED (PROF. LEARNING DAY)

OCTOBER 3-7……..….…………………..……….………FALL BREAK

OCTOBER 10………..SCHOOL DISMISSED (PROF. DEVELOPMENT)

NOVEMBER 7………..………………….SCHOOL DISMISSED (FDEA)

NOVEMBER 8..…SCHOOL DISMISSED (ELECTION DAY) (STAFF P.L.D.)

NOVEMBER 23……….……………….………….SCHOOL DISMISSED

NOVEMBER 24….…….……………..(HOLIDAY #2) THANKSGIVING

NOVEMBER 25……….…………………………..SCHOOL DISMISSED

DECEMBER 20………..……………………....FIRST SEMESTER ENDS

DECEMBER 21-DECEMBER 30..….…………...…….WINTER BREAK

DECEMBER 26……………………….…...(HOLIDAY #3) CHRISTMAS

JANUARY 2…..…..…………………...….(HOLIDAY #4) NEW YEAR’S

JANUARY 3…..………………………..……………SCHOOL RESUMES

JANUARY 16………....SCHOOL DISMISSED (MARTIN L KING DAY)

JANUARY 30………. SCHOOL DISMISSED (PROF. LEARNING DAY)

FEBRUARY 20………......SCHOOL DISMISSED (PRESIDENT’S DAY)

MARCH 5………..…. SCHOOL DISMISSED (PROF. LEARNING DAY)

MARCH 16………..……………………….………SCHOOL DISMISSED

APRIL 9-13……….…………………………..………….SPRING BREAK

MAY 4 .……………..……………………….……..SCHOOL DISMISSED

MAY 10.……………..…….…………..…………..…PRESCHOOL ENDS

MAY 16………………..….……………..….LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS

MAY 17……………………………………….……………CLOSING DAY

MAKE-UP DAYS WILL BE TAKEN IN THIS ORDER:

DEC. 21, 22; MARCH 16; MAY 4, 17, 18, 21, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31

 

        (Ten or more days missed may reduce President’s Day, March 5th, and Spring Break.

       Students will not attend school on Election Day, May 22nd, if school is still in session.)

 

 

 

 
 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Absentee Grading Procedure

 

Students having absences must make-up work.  It is the student and/or parent/guardian’s responsibility to contact the teachers for make-up work during the teachers’ planning periods, or before or after school hours. For every day absent, the student will receive the same number of days to complete the make-up work. The counting of days for makeup work starts the second (2nd) day after the student has returned to school following the period of absence.

 

Academic Studies Curriculum

 

3.0 overall GPA required

• Honors English – 4.5 Credits

Honors English I

Honors English II           

Honors English III

Honors English IV (1.5 credits)

• Honors Math - 4 Credits

Honors Algebra I

Honors Algebra II

Honors Geometry

Students beginning high school at a higher level than Algebra I must take additional courses.

 

• Science - 3 Credits

Introduction to Physics with Earth Science and Space Science

Biology

Honors Chemistry I

• Social Studies - 3 Credits

World Civilization / Geography

Political Science

U.S. History

• Foreign Language - 2 Credits in the same language

• Health &Physical Education - 1 Credit (½ Credit Each)

• Arts & Humanities - 1 Credit

• Electives - 8 Credits

• Total Credits – 26.5 (Class of 2010) 26 credits (2011 and beyond)

Advanced Placement Classes

 

Advanced placement courses are offered in English, Chemistry, Calculus, Biology, US History, Foreign Language and European History. Guidelines for entrance to any of these programs are as follows:

Students will have completed the prerequisite, if any, for entrance to the subject area. The academic requirements of the advanced placement program may be more demanding than the traditional course offering in the subject field.  In May, advanced placement tests are administered at the high school.  The cost of the test is determined by the College Board.

 

AIM

 

Central Hardin maintains the AIM program as an alternative to suspension. This program allows students to continue their regular school assignments.

 

Placement in AIM will result in finals to be taken regardless of grades and/or attendance.

 

 

 

 

Attendance Policy

 

1. Statement of Policy

In order to be eligible to receive class credit(s) at CHHS, a student shall not be absent without a valid excuse more than three (3) regularly scheduled class periods per class each trimester. It shall be the student's responsibility to schedule make-up time with school administration. Make-up time should be scheduled 2 days prior to the Saturday on which the student wishes to attend.

2. Procedures for Administering Attendance Policy

A. The classroom teacher will keep an accurate daily attendance record for each of their classroom assignments. All reports concerning attendance will be completed and forwarded to the proper persons as indicated and required by the attendance policy and the administering procedures.

B. When a student has been absent three (3) times per trimester in a class period, notification will be sent to the parent/guardian. It will be the parent/guardian and student's responsibility to schedule make-up time for any additional unexcused absences.

C. Failure to comply with the attendance policy will result in the loss of class credit(s).

3. Students may make up time by attending Saturday School.

4. Valid Excuses:

A. Illness that is verified by a doctor medical agency (parent note will be accepted for up to six (6) absences-excused for one (1) day per note).

B. Orders of the court. This applies to summonses and subpoenas.

C. Death or severe illness in the immediate family verified by written statement. Immediate family shall mean: father mother, brother, sister, grandfather, grandmother, blood-related aunt, uncle, niece nephew, or anyone living under the same household roof with the student.

D. Religious holidays and practice.

E. If a student is sent home for lice one (1) day per instance will be excused with any additional days missed beyond this to be considered unexcused.

F.  Circumstances if approved by the principal or his/her designee, including trips qualifying as education enhancement opportunities. 

 

Before and After School Hours

 

The main hallways are to remain clear each morning. Students who arrive early must move to the commons area or the library. Students who remain after school should wait in the front lobby in the main building only. The building must be cleared by 3:45 PM. Any student remaining after school for a school sponsored activity must be supervised by a teacher.

 

 

Bus Rules and Regulations

 

Students are expected to maintain proper behavior on the bus at all times. Specific rules and regulations are contained within the Code of Conduct.

 

Students being transported by the bus will be expected to stay on the bus both to and from school and not leave the bus to ride in a private automobile unless to ride with a parent or guardian. For bus information, please call 769-8965.

 

Bus Suspension

 

A student who is suspended from riding a bus cannot ride another bus until the suspension is complete. Parents are responsible for transporting students whose bus privileges have been suspended or denied for disciplinary reasons.

 

 

 

 

CATS Assessment

 

All students are responsible for successful completion of CATS Assessment. Successful completion of the test will be based upon:

1. Student must take sufficient time to make a good effort.

2. Writing answers related to the content of the question. The student's responses shall reflect thoughtful consideration of the questions. Failure to respond to a question or making a nonsense response to a question is not acceptable and may result in a determination that the student has not successfully completed the test.


1. Successful completion of the portfolios shall be determines by the following:

ό  The table of content contains all required information.

ό  The portfolio has all the required pieces; and

ό  It fulfills its intended purpose.

2.  The portfolio is at the proficient level or raised one scoring level or given best effort.

3.  The student has communicated and developed each piece according to his/her ability.

 

Check Acceptance Policy

 

Your personal check is welcomed at our school to pay fees and purchase student items. CHECKS CANNOT BE CASHED AT THE SCHOOL. In the unlikely event your check is returned unpaid, you understand and agree that your check may be electronically redeposit or, if necessary, redeposit by paper draft. You understand and agree that we may collect a returned check processing charge of $25.00 by the same means and as allowable by state law. If you have any questions regarding our check acceptance policy, please call (270) 769-8800.

 

Classification of Students

 

Students will be classified according to the following number of credits:

Starting with the class of 2011:

Graduation        26     credits

Twelfth                                18.5 credits

Eleventh              12     credits

Tenth                   5.5     credits

Ninth                   Successful completion of eighth grade.

 

College Visits

A senior student enrolled in Honors or AP English may take two (2) college visits that do not count as absences from school. Requests to use a "College Visit Day" should be made in the Guidance Office at least two weeks prior to the visit. The student must pick up a form that is to be signed by a guidance counselor as well as an official at the college. It is the student's responsibility to make-up any missed work. Students are not allowed to make college visits during the last two weeks of school, statewide assessment, or final examinations. The student does not need to inform the Guidance Office or obtain approval for college -visits made on a school break or on a weekend.

 

College Preparatory Programs

 

 

* Note: A student may substitute an integrated, applied, interdisciplinary, or higher level course within a program study if the substituted course offers the same or greater academic rigor and the course covers or exceeds the minimum required content.

Rigorous electives should have academic content at least as challenging as that in courses required in the minimum high school graduation requirement:

These electives also should be in Social Studies, Science, Math, English and Language Arts, Arts and Humanities, non native Foreign Language and above the introductory level in Agriculture, Industrial Technology, Business, Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health Science and Technology Education and Career Pathways. Electives in Physical Education and Health are limited to one-half unit each.

 

 

Commonwealth Diploma Curriculum

The Commonwealth Diploma is a recognition program established by the Kentucky State Board of Education an, governed by state regulation 704KAR.3:340. This diploma combine the Academic Studies Curriculum with the national Advanced Placement Program Advanced Placement (AP) is a program of college-level courses and examination offered to high school students. This series of classes gives students the opportunity to possibly receive college credit for taking the classes and the exams.   Policy differs depending upon the college or university. Students pursuing the Commonwealth Diploma must first meet the following requirements receiving a grade or the equivalent of "C" or better:

 

·         Successful completion of at least twenty-two (22) approved units of credit, including all requirements for the Academic Studies Curriculum.

·         Successful completion of at least four (4) Advanced Placement courses:

English - one course (AP English 12)

Science or Mathematics - one course (AP Calculus, AP Biology, AP Chemistry)

Foreign Language - one course (AP French, AP German, AP Spanish)

Elective Advanced Placement Course - one course selected from any of the above or AP U.S.  History.

 

Exams must be taken in three (3) of the required four (4) subject areas (English, Science, Mathematics, Foreign Language, Elective). The Kentucky Department of Education will reimburse Commonwealth Diploma graduates for three exams if they have at least a combined score of an eight (8) or above on the three exams.

               

Commonwealth Diploma graduates will receive a separate diploma issued by the Kentucky State Department of Education in addition to their Central Hardin diploma. Students working toward this diploma must complete an application with the senior guidance counselor at the beginning of the senior year.

 

Conduct

 

Students shall conduct themselves with proper decorum so other students may learn. Proper behavior shall indicate obedience for school rules and regulations, respect for faculty, staff, public property, and fellow students. Orderly and quiet passage in hallways is mandatory.

1.        Students are not to work, play or practice in any part of the school building unless a teacher or an authorized adult is present.

2.       Weapons Policy KRS.527 Unlawful possession of a weapon on school property in Kentucky is a felony punishable by a maximum of five (5) years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

3.       Any student having in his/her possession on school property or on a school bus a lethal or dangerous weapon (or a replica of such a weapon) or pyrotechnics (firecrackers, powders, explosives, ammunition, etc.) or knives of any kind (including any type of pocket knife) shall be subject to immediate suspension and a recommendation of expulsion may be made to the Hardin County Board of Education.

4.       Gambling will result in disciplinary measures.

5.       Theft of any kind may result in suspension.

6.       Leaving campus at any time without permission will result in disciplinary action. See Skipping Policy.

7.       Each individual is expected to show respect for the rights of other students. Students participating, promoting or encouraging fighting or who are contributing to disorder by being spectators are subject to suspension.

8.       Students who destroy or damage school property shall pay for such damage according to the value set by the school authorities. Graffiti is destruction of school property.

9.       Misrepresentation of information to school officials (including forgeries) may result in suspension.

10.    Written or verbal threats to another student or staff member will not be tolerated. Students are encouraged to report threats.

11.      Students shall return all books, athletic and/or club equipment furnished by the school at the conclusion of the student's participation. Students shall pay for any books, athletic and/or club equipment that are damaged.

12.     Students are not allowed in the teachers' workroom.

13.     Students away from campus on school activities are expected to follow all school policies. Disciplinary action taken will be the same, whether on or off campus.

14.    Non-school publications may not be distributed or posted without prior approval of the school administration.

15.     No skateboards, scooters or roller blades are allowed.

16.     Students are not allowed to sleep in class.

17.     Failure to report to the office with a discipline form may result in suspension.

18.     Bottles, cans and food are not t be brought into the classroom without teacher's permission.

19.    No student or staff member shall be harassed or intimidated. (Refer to Hardin County Code of Conduct Handbook).

20.   Students are not to be out of assigned areas at any time. During lunch, students are to us the restrooms in the common area.

21.     PDA (Public Display of Affection) is not tolerated.

22.    No standing or loitering enclosed hallway leading freshman center.

23.    Any action, which is judged inappropriate or disruptive, may result in disciplinary action.

24.   Any student who deliberately activates a fire alarm under false pretenses shall appear before the Board of Expulsion hearing. (Passed by the Hardin County Board of Education Jun 19, 1997).

25.    Senate Bill 112 requires parents of a student who has been expelled or adjudicated guilty of certain offenses to inform an school in which he/she seeks to enroll of the expulsion or adjudication; requires expulsion proceedings and dispositions t be included in student record when transferred to another school; requires school employees to report to police an felony or crime involving drug or weapons that are committed: school or school events or within 1,000 feet of school ground. Parents are asked to sign a form verifying the above information when enrolling a student.

26.    E-mail & Internet: Refer to Hardin County Code of Conduct Handbook.

27.    Cell phones are not to be visible or activated until after school.

28.    Students cheating on assignments and/or tests are subject to receive a zero for this assignment and/or test.

 

Contagious Diseases

No pupil having any contagious or infectious disease shall be permitted in the school. If any student is known to have such diseases, that student shall be sent home as soon as arrangements can be made with a parent/guardian.

The student shall remain away from school until satisfactory evidence is presented from a physician or county health officer that the student is free of the disease.

 

Crime Stoppers

1-800-597-8123

The safety of students is our first priority. The Hardin County School District has formed a partnership with Hardin County Crime Stoppers to provide a student safety telephone line. Students and others may now anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-597-8123 and report school safety concerns. The caller's identity is strictly protected. These reports will then be given to proper school officials for investigation. Those who provide information that leads to an arrest and indictment will receive a monetary reward.

 

 

 


Dress Code

CENTRAL HARDIN HIGH SCHOOL
COUNCIL POLICY

POLICY NUMBER:  9.05

POLICY TOPIC:       DISCIPLINE AND CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

DRESS CODE: In keeping with the educational purpose of this school, students are expected to dress and groom themselves appropriately. Each student is expected to keep his/her person and clothing clean and neat.  There will be a classroom check for dress code violations daily during first block.


The following rules will be enforced:

1. Clothing and accessories decorated with offensive illustrations, slogans that are about or suggestive of drugs, tobacco products, alcohol, sex, obscenities or language which proves to be a disturbing influence shall not be allowed.
2. Footwear and shirts must be worn.
3. Bare midriffs, sheer or see through clothing, bare backs, off-the-shoulder tops, tank tops, and shirts with cutout sleeves are not allowed. Tops revealing cleavage are not permitted.
4. No hats, scarves, bandanas, caps, rakes, picks, combs, spurs, or sunglasses may be worn inside the building. Students violating this policy may have the article confiscated. Hats brought to school are not to be carried and must be placed in locker until 3:15.
5. All garments must have no visible holes. Neatly sewn patches are acceptable. Once again, the outer layer must conform to dress code.
6. All shorts, dresses, and skirts must be no shorter than 3 inches above the top of the knee.  If leggings are worn under dresses or skirts, the dress or skirt must still be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee.  If spandex, Lycra, or other form fitting materials are worn, than the outer layer must still conform to dress code.
7. Any apparel that is gang related cannot be worn on the school campus.
8. All pants must be worn on the waist. Sagging pants are not allowed.  If a second layer of clothing or skin is visible underneath shorts/pants/skirts, this is considered sagging.
9. All shirts and tops MUST have sleeves.
10. No chains or spiked collars are allowed.
11. Students will not wear pajamas, nightgowns, house slippers, or lounging pants in school.

Dress Code Violations & Consequences

1st Offense:  Sent to the office. Correct the offense or spend the remainder of the day in AIM.  Garment must be replaced or removed - i.e., don’t put a jacket over the garment.
2nd Offense:  One-half day of Saturday School (8:30 AM -11:30 AM). Offense has to be corrected.
3rd-5th Offense:  One full day of Saturday School. Offense has to be corrected.

 

Ψ  Further violations will be at the discretion of the administration.

Ψ  Discipline referral will be written on each offense.

Ψ  Failure to attend Saturday School for dress code violations will result in three (3) days of AIM.



 

Early Dismissal/Late Arrival

 

If a student arrives late to school, he/she must sign in at the office and take an admit slip to class. Students arriving within the first half of the class period will be considered tardy. Arrivals during the second half of the class period will be counted absent for that class. Students arriving late to school unexcused will be under the same penalties as the regular attendance/tardy policy. Students are expected to be punctual to class and to school.

Students who become ill at school are expected to report immediately to the health office for observation and further instructions. Remaining in the restroom will be considered a "class cut."

It is recommended that all appointments be made before or after school hours.

Any person signing a student out of school must present a valid form of identification. Parent or guardian permission is mandatory.

Individuals listed as "Emergency Contacts" for students are individuals that may be contacted to obtain information to reach a parent or guardian. These individuals are not allowed to sign students out without parental permission.

Between 8:00 and 8:25 AM, the student must present a note signed by the parent or guardian.  The note must state (1) the reason for leaving, (2) the time the student must leave, and (3) the person with whom the student will be leaving.  If the parent or guardian is not picking up the student, then a telephone call from the parent, in addition to the note, is required.

 

Eligibility Requirements for Extra-Curricular Activities

 

On the first day of each school year a student must be at his/her proper grade level. To be a proper grade level, a student must be enrolled during the previous grading period and must be on schedule to graduate.

 

A) For a student in the 9th grade to be on schedule to graduate, that student must have been promoted from grade eight to grade nine.

(B) For a student in their second year to be on schedule to graduate, the student must have at least 5.5 credits on the first day of the school year.

(C) For a student in their third year to be on schedule to graduate, the student must have at least 12 credits on the first day of the school year.

D) For a student in their fourth year to be on schedule to graduate, the student must have at least 18.5 credits on the first day of the school year.

NOTE: All summer school and correspondence credits must be awarded prior to the first day of the school year to count.

(E) On Friday of each grading period, a student in grades 9-12 must be enrolled as a full-time student and must also be passing three (3) classes to be eligible during the next seven-day period (Saturday through Friday).

(F) Students who participate in extracurricular activities must maintain exemplary citizenship. Any student who is charged with a behavioral violation (violations stated in the Code of Conduct) shall be ineligible to participate while disciplinary measures are in effect. Furthermore, a student committing habitual violations may be ruled ineligible for the remainder of the school year.

 

Emergency Drills

 

Fire, tornado, and earthquake drills are conducted during the school year. Evacuation plans are posted in all classrooms and will be reviewed by all teachers. Proper evacuation habits should be developed during the drills. It is essential that when the first signal of a fire alarm is given, everyone obeys orders promptly and follows the prescribed route as quickly as possible. Students should move away from the building and stay with their teacher and class so that the teacher can determine that all their students have safely exited the building.

 

An announcement on the public address system of severe weather or a tornado will warrant movement of students and staff into safer areas by way of the prescribed routes. Students should sit facing the wall and cover their heads.

 

An announcement on the public address system of an earthquake (or its actual detection) will require that students and staff drop to their knees, take cover under a table or desk, with heads protected and their backs to the windows. After a period of time and on a signal from the office, the students and staff will evacuate the building.

 

Extended School Services

 

Extended School Services (ESS) is a unique segment of the Kentucky Educational Reform Act (KERA), which provides special funds to every Kentucky school district to provide instructional support services for students who need additional time to achieve expected academic goals. These services are provided at separate times from the regular school day and beyond the minimum school year term of 177 instructional days. ESS instructors communicate with the regular classroom teachers in an effort to assist the students both during and after the regular school hours. If your child is having difficulty with schoolwork, you can talk with his or her teacher about ESS. The teacher can help you decide if ESS is needed and why.

 

The school district describes major instructional goals for the district's ESS program. Students who exhibit the most severe needs for these services are identified to be served first. Teachers will document specific areas and/or skills in which the student needs assistance.

 

A notice is sent to parents to be signed for permission (yes/no) for the student to attend sessions for assistance. The signed permission form is returned to the school.

 

If your child does not qualify for ESS services, the school will discuss with you ways in which the student's needs will be addressed during the regular schoo1 day.

 

ESS and Bruin Half Credit will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30­5:00 PM. Morning PAWS for math and science will be held Tuesday – Thursday. Contact the counselor or coordinator for more information.

 

Final Exam Exemption

 

In an effort to reward students for good attendance and high academic average, the policy giving students the option of being exempt from trimester finals has been implemented.

 

Any student who maintains perfect attendance in a class maybe exempt from the final for that class.

 

Any student who achieves an A average in a class and who has no more than one absence will have the option of being exempt from the final exam.

 

Students who meet the criteria for exam exemption may choose to take the final exam to improve final grade. Exam is to be calculated as part of the grade ONLY if it improves the final grade.

 

However, if a student accumulates three (3) tardies in any class during a trimester, he/she will be required to take the final.

 

Any student who is assigned to AIM must take the finals for the classes in which he/she is enrolled.

Students who have been subpoenaed to appear in court or who have had a death in the immediate family (mother, father, brother, sister, grandparent, aunt or uncle) may request excused absences for these situations. If an excuse is granted, that student is still exempt from finals. A maximum of three days may be excused.

 

It is the student's responsibility to request an excused absence and to notify his/her teacher within five days of returning to school.

 

Final Exam

 

Examinations are given at the end of each trimester. No finals will be given early. If circumstances prevent the student from being in attendance for a final exam, he/she must make arrangements with the teacher and guidance office to take the exam later.

 

Missed final exams may be made up during a scheduled time set by the guidance office at the end of each trimester. The student will receive a zero for any final exam not taken on the scheduled days (unless the student is exempt). If the student does not make up the exam(s) during the scheduled time, the zero will remain.

 

Final exams will be given at the conclusion of the course. Grades will be calculated as follows:

Trimester      90%

Exam             10%

Freshman Academy

 

Fall semester 2006, CHHS initiated a Freshmen Academy. The purpose of the academy is to create a smaller learning environment for students making the transition from middle school to high school. Students will be placed on teams of 90-100 students in three groups of 30-34. The teachers will know their team members on an individual basis as well as on an academic basis.

 

It is our hope that the students will recognize the more personal approach, feel more comfortable here at CHHS, and thus achieve greater academic success. Students will have a group of teachers who know them personally and are here to help them succeed. It is our hope that we will have no failures in the freshmen class.

 

Should freshmen students fall behind in any class they will be taken out of their 5th block elective class and placed in Study Skills class 5th block. In Study Skills class students will receive additional instruction in the areas where they are experiencing problems. If after a short period of time they are able to catch up with their academic work, they can reenter their elective course. Of course, if this is an extended period of time, they will have to remain in Study Skills for the remainder of the semester.

 

Our goal is the same as the national initiative; we want "No Child Left Behind".

 

Grade Reporting

 

Every effort is made by the school to inform parents of student progress.  Report cards are provided at 12-week intervals. The faculty will request parental conferences as necessary.

 

Any parent may request a conference with any of his/her student's teachers by calling the counselor. Teachers will normally be available immediately before school for conferences.

 

Attendance shall be used to figure a student's grade if it is to the student's advantage. The attendance grade is figured as follows: 0 days absent--3 points added to the quarterly average, I day absent--2 points added, 2 days absent--I point added. At no time is the average to exceed 100%.

 

Grading Period

Progress reports will be sent home at the midway point of the grading period.

Grading Periods end on the following dates:

 

Trimester 1    October 28

Trimester 2    February 15

Trimester 3    May 16

 

Grading Scale

 

A         92-100

B          83-91

C         74-82

D         68-73

F          0-67

 

Graduation Honor Graduates

 

Honor Students - graduates in any curriculum with academic average of 92.

Magna cum laude - graduates in academic studies curriculum with academic average ranging from 98-99.

Summa cum laude - graduates in academic studies curriculum with academic average of 99 or above.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Graduation Minimum Requirements

·         English - 4.5 credits

·         Math - 4 credits - to include Algebra I, Geometry, and electives. All students are required to take a math class during their junior year.

*Beginning with the Class of 2012: Students complete Algebra II and be enrolled in a math class during senior year.

·         Science - 3 credits - Introduction to Physics with Earth and Space Science or Introduction to Chemistry and Physics, Biology, and Chemistry.

·         Social Studies – 3 credits – World Civilization/Geography, Political Science, U.S. History

·         Health—.5 credit

·         Physical Education—.5 credit

·         Arts and Humanities - 1 credit

*Beginning with the Class of 2011: Students who take band or choir for 3 years or more do not have to complete the Arts & Humanities required credit. The curriculum will be covered through the band and choir classes for those students.

·         Electives - 9-11 credits, depending on curriculum chosen

·         Total - 26.5 (Class of 2010), 26 credits (2011-beyond) credits

 

Graduation Procedures

 

Students who have completed the requirements for graduation at Central Hardin High School are eligible for a diploma.

 

Graduation exercises and the issuing of diplomas shall occur only once each year at the end of the school term.

 

Only those students who have completed the requirements for graduation will be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.

 

In order to graduate, seniors must successfully complete requirements of CATS Assessment, which includes portfolio and ILPs.

 

Health Service

ADOLESCENT HEALTH UNIT

 

School Nurse

A nurse educator is available to provide health education and assist students with their heath needs. Signed parental consent and health history must be on file for students to obtain the services offered at the Adolescent Health Unit on an as needed basis. Services include:

1. Physical, developmental or social, emotional assessment.

2. Health education and teaching.

3. Basic laboratory tests such as finger-stick for diabetes and urine screening for possible urinary tract infection.

4. Dispensing over-the-counter medicines such as: Tylenol, Ibuprofen, antihistamines, decongestants, antacids and first aid ointments

Medication

Prescription and over-the counter medication for students own use should be given at home before the student arrives at school when possible. Any prescription medication may be kept in the care of the student to be taken as ordered by the doctor. Any prescription medication taken daily at school may be kept at the nurse’s office at the parent’s request. The school nurse or her designee in her absence will dispense these medications. An "Authorization to Administer Prescription Medication" form signed by a parent or guardian will be needed before dispensing these medications. Over-the counter medication (Tylenol, Midol, Ibuprofen, Sudafed, etc.) may be brought to school by students only if kept in their original container.

 

Illness or Injury

If a student becomes ill or injured during the school day, he or she may report to the health office. If the injury or illness is evaluated as serious, the parent will be notified if possible. If the parent or emergency contact cannot be notified, the student will be kept at school for the remainder of the day. Call ext. 243 or 244.

 

Home/Hospital Program

 

The Home/Hospital Program is available for students who have a home/hospital application by a physician, psychiatrist or psychologist verifying a student’s health condition renders it unadvisable to attend school for at least twelve consecutive school days.

 

Immunization

 

Kentucky law requires that any student enrolled in a public school must have a valid certificate of immunization. In compliance with the law, any child enrolling in the Hardin County Schools must have a valid immunization certificate on file or present one to the local school with in two (2) weeks of enrollment. Any student who fails to have a valid immunization certificate will not be permitted to enroll until such a certificate is presented to the school.

 

Individual Graduation Plans/Individual Learning Plans

 

Career planning is an integral part of the curriculum in Hardin County Schools. It is based on Kentucky's fourteen Career Clusters. Students at Central Hardin High School will use course sequences developed from the career clusters in choosing career majors and planning career paths. 

 

Students begin learning about different careers as early as kindergarten. During the eighth grade year, students are involved in career assessment activities. These activities are revisited during the high school years to look for changes in interests.

 

Using their individual career results, students complete an Individual Graduation Plan (lGP)/Individual Learning Plan (ILP). The IGP/ILP is a guide to help students understand the classes needed during their four years of high school and to help them reach their career goal.

 

KEES Scholarship Program

 

The Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES) offers cash for good grades. Kentucky high school students can earn money based on grade that can be used to help pay tuition expense at a Kentucky college, university or technical school for four full years.

The amount of money earned is based on each year's GPA, and a bonus will be given based on ACT composite score.

 

The Hardin County Board is responsible for reporting GPA and ACT scores to the State Department. At the end of each year, students will receive a letter stating the amount they are eligible to receive based on that year's grades.

 

Students are also required to take a minimum of five core curricular classes each year.  They are allowed only ½ credit in Physical Education classes in addition to the required PE.

 

Kentucky Missing School Children Program

 

Central Hardin High School through the Kentucky State Department of Education has developed the Kentucky Missing School Children Program. (This program gives the students and educators every Kentucky school access to the names and identifying data of missing children and is mailed to every school in the state.) If you have or know of a missing child, please notify your school immediately.

 

Lockers

 

Lockers are issued at the beginning of the school year. These lockers have combination locks that are changed yearly. Do not place another lock on your locker. Your locker combination is your personal responsibility; keep confidential.  If you cannot open your locker, contact one of the assistant principals. Lockers must be clean at all times. Do not stick gum or stickers on the inside of the locker. At the end of the school year, all lockers are to be emptied so they can be cleaned during the summer.

 

Lost and Found

 

All lost items should be turned in to the office. Students may call for the lost items at the office. Students are strongly advised not to bring large sums of money or valuable items to school.

 

Media Center

 

The media center provides an extensive collection that includes non-print and electronic resources that support the curriculum and enrich students' lives. It is the goal of the library media center to assist students in developing information literacy skills and effective research strategies. Students are permitted to check out three items, which could include books or magazines.

 

Regular books can be checked out for two weeks and can be renewed. Reference books and magazines are checked out for two days only. Overdue fines are accessed at five cents per day.

 

The media center is open from 7:30 AM until the end of school to service all patrons. For information, please call extension 235 or 236.

NCAA Regulations

 

Students planning to enroll in college as a freshman and intending to participate in Division I or Division II athletics must be certified by the National Collegiate Athletic Association Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse. This process should begin at the end of your junior year in high school. Students can register online at ncaaclearinghouse.net

 

Nutrition Service

 

Students are not permitted to order or to receive food from commercial establishments. Students are not allowed to leave the campus during lunch. Students who violate this policy shall lose their driving privilege plus receive disciplinary action.

 

Students are not allowed to charge ala cart items. No more than one charge will be permitted unless prior approval is obtained from cafeteria manager.

 

Lunch:

                Full price student:                           $2.10

                Super Value Meal:                           $2.35

Reduced price student:                  $0.40  (Available to all children participating in lunch programs)

Adult meal prices:                           $3.00

Breakfast:

Full price student:                           $1.35

                Reduced price student:                  $0.30

Adult meal prices:                           $1.85

 

Food and drink purchased during lunch must be consumed in the cafeteria. All trays and paper products must be returned to the tray receiving area Students are not allowed to take food from the cafeteria into the classrooms.

 

The Child Nutrition Service will offer a set menu for each day of the week for the year. There will be several choices for each day.

 

Parking

 

·         Student parking is located in the lower parking lot.

·         Students will be assigned a parking spot when their vehicles are registered with the school.

·         Any student who does not comply with parking procedures will have his/her vehicle towed at his/her own expense and/or driving privileges suspended.

 

Phone Policy

 

Incoming Calls: Except for emergencies, students will not be called from classes to answer telephone calls. Parents should avoid using the office for messages. The school cannot guarantee messages will be delivered.

 

 

 

Plagiarism Policy

 

Plagiarism is "the presentation of another writer's ideas or words as if they were your own, without acknowledging the source" (Sebranelc, Meyer, and Kemper 297). Furthermore, portfolio pieces must be the work of the student. Relying too heavily on the wording and organization of a source also poses problems. It is the responsibility of each teacher to instruct in proper documentation and the ramifications of turning in plagiarized pieces.

1. According to KDE requirements, portfolio pieces that require research must attempt to correctly cite sources. Based on this requirement, pieces requiring documentation will only be accepted for portfolio inclusion if such documentation is included. Teachers should not accept or grade pieces completely lacking this needed documentation.

2. All portfolio pieces requiring research must include a source list. All sources consulted will be included in the source list, even lecture and guest speaker notes. Central Hardin High School uses MLA format.

3. Material used verbatim must be properly punctuated using quotation marks with the source noted in the body of the paper.

4. Papers will be determined plagiarized and/or unacceptable for portfolio inclusion if students do either of the following:

OR

5. Once a piece has been deemed plagiarized or unacceptable for portfolio inclusion:

6. Seniors will submit the final draft of their portfolio piece to Turnitin.com for authenticity verification. The Turnitin assessment will be attached to the front of the portfolio piece directly behind the CHHS cover sheet. It is the responsibility of the assigning teacher to deal with portfolio pieces that are suspected of being plagiarized.

 

Works Cited:

Sebranek, Patrick, Verne Meyer, and Dave Kemper. WRITE FOR COLLEGE. Wilmington, MA; Houghton Mifflin Company, 1997 Revised March, 2006.

 

Prohibited Items

 

Students shall not bring radios, tape recorders, miniature televisions, laser pointers, or any electronic device, which disrupts the learning environment, to school or school activities. IPods/MP3 players may be used in the commons area before and after school only.

 

Faculty members are required to bring any of these items collected from students to the office. Parents are requested to come to school for the return of these items.

 

Pupil Records

 

In compliance with Public Law, 93-380, and the Hardin County Board of Education, Central Hardin High School has developed a policy concerning pupil records. The purpose of this policy is to provide parents the right to view or request changes in their children's educational records and with some exceptions, to control their disclosure to others. Student over the age of 18, including the students themselves, have the same rights as d parents of younger children. Specific regulations and requirements relative to the records are provided in The Pupil Record Information provided by the Board of Education at the beginning of each school year.

Transcripts of student records are available for a nominal fee. There is no fee for transcripts used for scholarships or transferring to another school. Requests for transcripts should be made two days in advance of time transcript is needed.

 

Sales

 

Students will be allowed to sell only the materials approved for school sales.  Selling for out-of-school groups, such as churches, clubs, etc. is not permitted.  Door to door sales campaigns are prohibited.  Students who accept approved material for schools sales are held responsible for either turning in money or returning the items to the teacher in charge.

 

Saturday School

 

Being assigned to Saturday School for discipline takes precedence over working, extracurricular activities, sport or personal plans.  Each student is notified in advance. It is the responsibility of the student to notify his/her parents of the scheduled detention time. Students are expected to use this time as a study period. Students are responsible for bringing work to Saturday School. Rescheduling of this date will be done only in extreme emergency and then on a phone call in advance by a parent. No late arrivals will be permitted Transportation is the responsibility of the parent. The school will not provide transportation under any circumstance.  Students may attend Saturday School to make up attendance hours. Students are responsible for making arrangements for dates and transportation with parents. Failure to attend Saturday School may result in suspension.

 

Schedule Requests

Schedule changes will be minimal and will be done only during the first week of the semester. Schedule changes will be made only for one of the following reasons: graduation requirements, physical limitations, administrative action to balance class size, and errors in scheduling. It is important you give your course selection serious consideration.

 

Skipping Policy

 

1 st Offense        1 day Saturday School

2nd Offense      2 days AIM

3rd Offense       Possible suspension

NOTE: Hours for discipline do not count toward attendance make-up hours

 

Student’s License/House Bill 32

Section 1: An act relating to a student's license or permit to operate a motor vehicle.

 

When a student age sixteen (16) or seventeen (17) drops out of school or is declared to be academically deficient, the school administrator or his designee shall notify the superintendent of schools of the district in which the student is a resident or is enrolled. The reports shall be made at the end of each semester but may be made earlier in the semester for accumulated absences. A student shall be deemed to have dropped out of school when he has nine (9) or more unexcused absences in the preceding trimester. Any absences due to suspension shall be unexcused absences. A student shall be deemed to be academically deficient when he has not received passing grades in at least four (4) out of five (5) courses, or the equivalent four (4) out or five (5) courses, in the preceding semester. The local school board shall adopt a policy to reflect a similar standard for academic deficiency for students in alternative, special education, or part-time program.

Within ten (l0) days after receiving the notification, the superintendent shall report the student's name and Social Security number to the Transportation Cabinet. As soon as possible thereafter, the cabinet shall notify the student that his operator's license, intermediate license, permit, or privilege to operate a motor vehicle has been revoked or denied and shall inform the student of his right to a hearing before the District Court of appropriate venue to show cause as to the reasons his license, permit. or privilege should be reinstated. Within fifteen (15) days after this notice is sent, the custodial parent or legal guardian of the student may request an ex parte hearing before the District Court. The student shall not be charged District Court filing fees. The notification shall inform the student that he is not required to have legal counsel.

In order for the student to have his license reinstated, the court shall be satisfied that the license is needed to meet family obligations or family economic considerations which if unsatisfied would create an undue hardship or that the student is the only licensed driver in the household or the student is not considered a dropout or academically deficient pursuant to this section. If the student satisfies the court, the court shall notify the cabinet to reinstate the student's license at no cost. The student, if aggrieved by a decision of the court issued pursuant to this section, may appeal the decision within thirty (30) days of the Circuit Court of appropriate venue. A student who is being schooled at home shall be considered to be enrolled in school.

A student who has had his license revoked under the provisions of this section may reapply for his driver's license as early as the end of the semester during which he enrolls in school and successfully completes the educational requirements. A student may also reapply for his driver's license at the end of a summer semester which results in the student having passed at least four (4) out of five (5) courses, or the equivalent four (4) out of five (5) courses, during the successive spring and summer trimesters, and the courses meet the educational requirements for graduation. He shall provide proof issued by his school within the preceding sixty (60) days that he is enrolled and is not academically deficient.

Section 2. KRS 186.470 is amended to read as follows:  The application of any minor under the age of eighteen (18) for an operator's license, motorcycle operator's license, intermediate license, or any instruction permit shall not be granted unless the application is signed by a parent or legal guardian of the applicant. Regardless of which parent signs the application, both parents shall be responsible as provided in KRS 186.590. If the minor does not have a father, mother, or guardian, an operator's license, intermediate license, or instruction permit shall not be granted to the minor unless his application is signed by a person willing to assume the obligation imposed by KRS 186.590 upon a person signing the application of a minor. A signature shall not be required in the case of the renewal of a minor's license but the signature on the original application shall continue to make the parent, guardian, or other person liable under the provisions of KRS 186.590 on all renewals of the minor's license until he reaches the age of eighteen (18) unless the license, or any renewal thereof, is canceled as provided in subsection (3) of this section.

The application shall include parental consent for the receipt and release of the information as set forth in Section 1 of this Act regarding the attendance and academic requirements for a minor to acquire and keep an operator's license. intermediate license, instructional permit, or privilege to operate a motor vehicle.

A parent or a guardian of a minor applicant may file with the cabinet a verified written request that the license of the minor be canceled. Thereupon the license of the minor shall be canceled and the person who signed the application shall be relieved as to subsequent acts of the minor from the liability imposed by subsection (1) of KRS 186-590.

The cabinet upon receipt of satisfactory evidence of the death of the person who signed the application of a minor for a license shall have the license canceled and no new license shall be issued to the minor until a new application, signed and verified, is made as required by this section.

Suspensions

While suspended, students may not participate in any school-sponsored activity. Suspended students will be given an opportunity to make up the work missed after the suspension. Suspended students are responsible for asking for work. All students who have been suspended must take final exams.

Tardy Policy

Any student who is not in the classroom when the tardy bell rings is considered tardy.

If a student arrives late to school, they must sign in at the office and take an admit slip to class. Students arriving within the first half of the class period will be considered tardy. Arrivals during the second half of the class period will be counted absent for that class. Students arriving late to school unexcused will be under the same penalties as the regular tardy policy.  Students are expected to be punctual to class and to school.  The following actions will be taken on a trimester basis.

 

1st tardy             Warning by teacher

2nd tardy           Warning by administrator

3rd tardy            Three (3) hours Saturday School

4th tardy            One (1) day Saturday School

5th tardy            Two (2) days in AIM

 

 

Test Dates for ACT, SAT & PSAT

 

ACT

September 10, 2011

October 22, 2011           

December 10, 2011

February 11, 2012

April 14, 2012

June 9, 2012     

SAT

October 1, 2011

November 5, 2011

December 3, 2011

January 28, 2012

May 5, 2012

June 2, 2012

PSAT

October 12, 2011

                                                                                                                                                                                               

Tobacco Policy

 

Students are not allowed to use or to possess tobacco (in any form), matches, or cigarette lighters on the Central Hardin campus or while participating in after school activities. Students found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to the following disciplinary action as determined by the school administration:

 

I st Offense        I day Saturday School

2nd Offense      I day Suspension

3rd Offense       2 day Suspension

Refer to Youth Services Center for Tobacco Education

4th Offense       Possible referral to Brown Street

 

 

Transportation

 

Students at Central Hardin High School are allowed to drive their personal cars to and from the campus provided they meet the following regulations:

1. Possess a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

2. A signed parental consent to the school administration.

3. Register their vehicles with the school administration: (registration shall consist of a license number and make of car).

Student driving is a privilege, which may be granted to conscientious students, provided they adhere to proper safety regulations. Student's driving privileges may be revoked if the following guidelines are not closely followed.

1.  There is a five (5) MPH speed limit on campus.

2.  Cars and parking lot are off limits during the school day unless special permission to go the car is obtained from the administration.

3.  A parking permit is required for parking on campus. The permit must be purchased through the office. These permits are self-adhesive and are to be displayed in the lower comer on the driver side of the windshield.

4.  Vehicles are to be parked in assigned parking space provided and within the painted lines. Vehicles are not to be parked in the travel lanes except for the purpose of loading or unloading passengers and not; any time in a manner to block the normal flow of traffic. Cars illegally parked will be towed at owner's expense.

5.  Students are not to associate with non-students who may be in the parking lot during school hours.

6.  Vehicles are for transporting people to and from school and not for "cruising". Cars should be locked and students should leave them immediately upon arrival on school grounds. There will be no loitering in the parking lot or sitting in vehicles for any reason.

7.  Vehicles leaving campus at the end of the school day will give school buses the right of way.

8.  Drivers should always yield to pedestrians.

9.  Before and after school the only approved entrances to Central Hardin are from Ring Road, the drive located on Highway 62 next to the tennis courts, and the entrance at the top of the hill east of the building. Students may exit on Ring Road and Highway 62.

10. The school is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicle parked on school property. Park at your own risk.

11. Students not riding a bus must assume the responsibility for providing a note signed by a parent/guardian granting permission for that student to ride with a designated individual.

12. While buses are in the parking lot there should be no traffic moving behind or around the buses.

 

Visitors to Campus

 

Our school is a closed campus.  The parents of Central Hardin High School students are welcome - they should report to the office and arrangements will be made, when possible, for visits to student teachers, departments or classes.

 

Visitors are not permitted except for official reasons approved by the principal's office. Students are not to bring guests to school. Our full-time effort must be directed toward Central Hardin students.  Social visits are not allowed.

 

Students are not to use outside back of building during exchange of classes.


Weather Closing

 

In the event of inclement weather, school cancellation will be announced as soon as possible on local and Louisville television stations. School extra-curricular activities, such as ball games, may or may not be held depending on the weather at the time the activity is scheduled.

 

Students assigned to Saturday School should listen to a local radio station for cancellation announcements during inclement weather.

 

Withdrawal from School

 

When a student withdraws from school for any reason during the school term, he/she must follow guidance department procedures. All records must be cleared, textbooks returned, and any debts paid before a transcript of the student's record can be forwarded to another school for admission there.

Attendance KRS 159.0 lO--states "except as provided in KRS 159.030, each parent, guardian, or other person residing in the state and having in custody or charge any child who has entered the primary school program or any child between the ages of six (6) and sixteen (16) shall send the child to regular public day school for the full term that the public school of the district in which the child resides is in session, or to the public school that the board of education of the district makes provision for the child to attend. The child's age is between six (6) and sixteen (16) when the child has reached his/her sixth birthday and has not passed his/her sixteenth birthday. An unmarried child between the ages of sixteen (16) and eighteen (18) who wishes to terminate his/her public or nonpublic education prior to graduating high school shall do so only after a conference with the principal or his/her designee, and the principal shall request a conference with the parent, guardian, or other custodian. Written notification of withdrawal must be received from his/her parent, guardian, or other person residing in the state and having custody or charge of him/her. The written notification shall be dated and the signature witnessed by the principal of the school or his/her designee, where the child is in attendance. The parent(s) and child shall be required to attend a one (1) hour counseling session where they shall view a media presentation prepared by the Department of Education, which shows economic statistics and other information on potential problems of non-graduates.

A child's age is between sixteen (16) and eighteen (18) when the child has reached his/her sixteenth birthday and has not passed his/her eighteenth' birthday. Written permission for withdrawal shall not be required after the child's eighteenth birthday. Every child actual resident in this state is subject to the laws relating to compulsory attendance, and neither he/she nor the person in charge of him/her shall be excused from the operation of those laws or the penalties under them on the grounds that the child's residence is seasonable or that his/her parent is a resident of another state.

 

Youth Service Center

 

The Central Hardin Youth Services Center's slogan - "Bridging the gap between Needs and Services" - summarizes its mission. The goals of the center are to enable our youth in becoming productive members of society and to overcome any barriers to the educational process by utilizing faculty, staff, home, and community resources. The Youth Services Center provides a resource lending library, drug/alcohol abuse preventive education and referrals, employment skills training, summer and part-time employment development, health and social services education and referrals, crisis intervention services, mental health education and referrals, teenage pregnancy, STD and HIV Prevention education, and character and leadership development.

The Central Hardin Youth Services Center is located on North Black Branch Road behind the school in a mobile unit. Business hours are from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM or by appointment. Contact Ms. Brangers at 769-9965.

Volunteer Program

The Hardin County Schools have successfully operated a volunteer program for several years. This program makes use of parents, grandparents, and citizens in a variety of activities, which enhance our students’ educational experience. The continued success of this program depends upon willingness on your part to share some time with your school. If you are interested in becoming a school volunteer, contact Central’s school volunteer coordinator, Amy Wheeler.

 

Pursuant to KRS 17.160, an individual must complete a Youth Leader Request form for a background check and be approved by the Administrative Office of the Courts being allowed to volunteer in school.
 

Volunteer Application Form

Name: ________________________________________________


Address: ________________________________Phone: (C)__________________(W)_______________(H)________________


E-mail: ________________________________________________________________

City: ________________________ State: __________________ Zip: ____________________________

Contact(Emergency): ________________________________________________________________

Relationship : _______________________ Address: ___________________Phone: ________________


Do you have any child(ren) in school?  Yes …    No …


Names of child(ren) in school:  ______Grade _________________ School;  ________Grade    __________________ School

_________________ Grade ________ School __________________; _____________ Grade ________ School __________________


Skills, Interests and Hobbies _____________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________


Languages ____________________________________________________________________________


Availability:  Short Term …                          Special Projects…             Long Term …

                         Hours:  Per day ______________________  Per week_________________

Time of work you prefer:

… Work with students                                   … Work with administrative staff

…Special events or activities                        …Making/Repairing things

…Business or computer-related  …Other:____________________


Conditions of Commitment:

As a volunteer I agree to:

• Submit to a records check conducted by the state.

• Attend an orientation or training session that may be necessary to help in my job.

• Abide by all school rules and Board of Education regulations and policies that apply to me.

• Honor my commitment to work as scheduled.

• If I must be absent from a scheduled commitment, I will notify my school.

__________________________________________________                                                            ________________________

                                Signature                                                                                                                Date

Return to Mrs. Amy Wheeler, Library
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Bell Schedule

1st period               8:30-9:42
9:42-9:48

2nd period              9:48-11:00
11:00-11:06

3rd period              11:06-12:18
12:18-12:24

4th period              12:24-2:07
2:07-2:13

5th period              2:13-3:25

 
 

1st period               8:30-9:42
9:42-9:48

2nd period              9:48-11:00
11:00-11:06

3rd period              11:06-12:49
12:49-12:55

4th period              12:55-2:07
2:07-2:13

5th period              2:13-3:25

 
 
Freshmen                                                                            Upper Classmen